MATRIXSYNTH

Thursday, November 14, 2024

NEW GS Music Bree6 // first overview & sound demo

video upload by Miles Away

"From the creator of the GS E7 comes a new analog polyphonic synthesizer, the Bree6! Follow Miles Away to Music Expo SF 2024 for a first impressions sound demo and overview!

GS Music: https://www.gsmusic.com
Buy my custom synth patches: https://shop.milesawayofficial.com/co...

0:00 - Intro / heading to Music Expo SF 2024
1:03 - what is the GS Bree6 Synthesizer?
2:37 - first impressions of the synth!
5:21 - bonus, the rest of Music Expo and the 50th anniversary of Sequential
7:06 - size comparison vs the GS E7
7:32 - direct sound demo no talking"

The Story of Warm Leatherette

video upload by Alex Ball

"A look at how Daniel Miller (aka 'The Normal') used his first synth, a second-hand miniKORG 700S, to create the cult song Warm Leatherette in his bedroom. The song was the B-side to T.V.O.D and was the first ever release on Mute Records.

0:00 Intro
0:26 The Story of The Normal
2:18 Recreating the sounds
6:56 Summary and Sample Pack
7:25 Warm Leatherette Cover"

New Teenage Engineering OP–XY Details & Pics

video uploads by teenage engineering

"it's here. it's real. it's black. and it's got so much more than you've wished for. a no-compromise, dual-cpu boosted and fully rebuilt sequencer, sampler, and performance instrument, built on the much-loved workflow of the OP–Z. now including built-in cv, effect sends, and a best-in-class dac. with 8 individual instrument tracks and 8 auxiliary tracks for controlling any external synthesizer, modular or otherwise, and adding effects."

User videos:

OP-XY (The Dark Flagship)

video upload by True Cuckoo

"Teenage Engineering has a new DARK flagship. And it's called OP-XY. It's s huge step up in sound quality, workflow, storage capacity, performability etc. compared to something like the OP-Z. And as with all flagships by TE, it's safe to assume there will be many years of quality updates over the years."

OP-XY Review - Funky but Functional?

video upload by Ricky Tinez

00:00 It’s Here!
00:50 The MAIN gripe I have with the OP-XY
02:40 Laying Down Drums
04:09 Adjusting the velocity can be a bit tricky…
05:15 Parameter locking the effects sends
06:48 I wish there was more sound design…
08:15 Laying down the chords
09:00 Bassline time!
10:33 The Step Components are CRAZY sick
12:15 The “Intelligent Transpose” is kind of crazy…
12:46 Using the onboard microphone
14:02 Adding another element to show off the effects
14:52 Tracks 9-16 are not what you think
15:25 Tape Beat Repeat effect
17:15 Punch-In Effects are super unique
19:00 Then combined with the Transposer?!
19:51 Compressor time
21:18 Lost in the sauce
22:44 Jam it out
23:21 But what makes the OP-XY special?
25:45 But…

MSRP of $2299 (check with dealers on the right)

the new evolution of sequencing. OP–XY is a powerful sequencer, synthesizer, and sampler. stack sounds on a 64-step grid, and create thousands of projects. tactile 24-key keyboard and a multi-out jack that lets you select one of four outputs. 8 unique synth engines, two send effect slots, plus brain™ for transposition—it’s a complete studio in the palm of your hand.

sequencer, synthesizer and sampler
built-in speaker for room-filling sound
16 hours usb-c rechargeable battery
multi-out port
thousands of user projects
8 unique synth engines
usb-c audio/midi host
dimensions: 288 x 102 x 29 mm | 11.4 x 4 x 1.2 in
weight: 900 g | 31.7 oz

das sequenzer.
experience the ultra fast sequencing workflow. punch-in FX™ lets you add quick, rapid-firing, unique, live variations and adding individual step components creates an extra dimension and deep rhythmic patterns. randomize note timing, velocity and pitch, or use live automation to alter filters. use brain™ to create chord progressions, generating tracks that reinvent themselves. literally.

schritt-sequenzen.
run every track, independently, at different speeds and lengths to form powerful polyrhythms. create new sequences every time with step components, variations that can be added to any step on the sequencer, controlling everything from altering pitch to bending, skipping or even multiplying steps.

alles verbinden.
the 2 Vrms main output drives any sound system, real loud. keep everything locked in sync and sequenced with the multi-out and take control with midi-in. process and sample external audio with the audio-in. control, record and charge with the audio/midi host over usb-c, plus a complete wireless experience with midi over bluetooth le—keine bedingungen [no strings attached].

länger, weiter, stärker.

compose your album, head off to the gig, plug and play immediately, then keep everything locked-in with all the i/o you could ask for. 16-hour, battery-powered freedom lets you perform for hours on-end. create, produce and perform anywhere. mit allen bedingungen [all strings attached].

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DSI Tempest: An Analog Drum Machine for the Digital Age

video upload by Retrothusiast

"The DSI Tempest is a groundbreaking analog drum machine that combines the best of both analog synthesis and digital control, making it a favorite among electronic musicians and beatmakers. Released in 2011 as a collaboration between legendary designers Dave Smith and Roger Linn, the Tempest delivers six powerful analog voices, each with dual oscillators, filters, and comprehensive sound-shaping options. With 16 responsive, pressure-sensitive pads, real-time effects, and unique features like the Roll function, the Tempest offers hands-on control that brings beats and sequences to life, whether in the studio or on stage. This is a drum machine with an unmistakable analog soul in a digital world.

For those seeking the warmth of analog combined with modern flexibility, the DSI Tempest stands out as more than just a beatmaker—it’s a complete performance instrument. Users can layer sounds, experiment with live sequencing, and even use it as a six-voice synthesizer when connected to a MIDI keyboard. Its robust step and live recording systems make it perfect for building complex patterns, stacking beats, and switching sounds on the fly. Whether you’re crafting intricate grooves or exploring unique soundscapes, the DSI Tempest remains a powerful tool for anyone wanting analog depth with digital precision.

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:47 Background
1:28 Analog Soul
2:17 Performance Tools
2:55 What Makes It Unique
3:31 Sweat Cheeks
3:48 Why The Tempest
4:26 Wrap-up
4:43 Outro
4:56 Groove On

I love retro computers and retro music production gear. Follow me on YouTube, Facebook and Retrothusiast.com if you share the same passions.

https://www.retrothusiast.com"

Bastl Introduces Kastle 2 FX Wizard

Kastle 2 FX Wizard 🎧 Best with headphones video upload by Bastl Instruments

"We’re blissed to announce the Kastle 2 FX Wizard—a portable, patchable multi-effects processor and the newest addition to our pocketable, battery-powered mini-modular Kastle family.

Kastle 2 builds on the success of our accessible and affordable mini-modular format, which began with the Bitranger in 2016, followed by the Kastle Synth later that year, and expanded with Kastle 1.5 (2017), Kastle Drum (2020), and Kastle Arp (2023).

Kastle 2 is a completely redesigned model that offers enhanced connectivity and significantly improved audio quality with a new stereo architecture.

Kastle 2 FX Wizard focuses on processing sounds—texturizing or completely transforming them in a fun and unique way through its mini patch bay. With stereo input and output, along with sync input and output, it integrates smoothly with other gear, becoming a powerful, semi-autonomous co-creator. Power options include 3x AA batteries or USB-C."

"The Kastle 2 FX Wizard is available now for 160 € ex. VAT (approx. 190 € with VAT) and shipping at the end of November 2024"

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

Features
● 9 FX modes
— delay (max time in stereo is 1.15s)
— flanger
— freezer
— panner
— crusher
— slicer
— pitcher
— replayer
— shifter
● Stereo audio processing at 44kHz/16-bits
● Time parameter with attenuverting modulation (S&H or free)
● Feedback parameter with attenuverting modulation
● AMOUNT mix with attenuverting modulation
● FILTER in the feedback with Lowpass/Highpass
● STEREO detuning for each FX MODE
● FX MODE cv input with attenuation to change modes with CV
● TRIG input to synchronize effects with tempo
● LFO - triangle and pulse output, reset input, attenuverting modulation, synced or free
● T empo generator with tap tempo and divider with external clock
● Pattern generator (tempo synced) with GATE and CV output and patch programmability
● patchable envelope follower
● stereo input with input gain (up to +12db), accepts up to 6 Vpp signal
● stereo output capable of driving headphones up to 250 Ohm
● analog sync input
● analog sync output

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Xaoc Devices Lublin

video upload by Xaoc Devices

"Lublin [ˈlublin] is a dual, DC-coupled, high-quality VCA module with exponential control characteristics. It features a gain control circuit that prevents distortion from excessive amplification, which is common with traditional VCAs.

Besides audio and CV inputs, it features additional pinging inputs that use an elaborate analog circuit to model the dynamic behavior of vactrols, allowing you to trigger a carefully crafted gain response that mimics the natural decay of plucked and struck acoustic instruments.

Note that despite this emulation, Lublin is not a lowpass gate type module as it retains the full frequency bandwidth when reducing gain. Unlike many modules that use vactrols, Lublin's dynamic profile can be varied within a wide range.

Dual Voltage-Controlled Amplifier ∙ High quality, low noise and distortion, DC-coupled signal path ∙ Ping inputs for emulating vactrol response ∙ Three variants of ping response ∙ Exponential CV response with adjustable sensitivity ∙ Gain limiting circuit for protection against signal clipping

Timeline:
00:00 - Intro
00:29 - Ping response controls
00:43 - Bass!
00:54 - Combine CV & ping
01:37 - Generate envelopes"

Xaoc Devices Lublin | Dual VCA with vactrol-style envelopes

video upload by Tom Churchill

Chapters:
00:00 Intro & patch previews
01:24 Lublin overview
02:46 Twin VCA with pinged envelopes
07:56 Patching a low pass gate
12:07 Dialling in the perfect kick drum
16:34 Creating vintage hi-hats
19:08 Stereo plucked chords

Xaoc Devices Lublin: pinging for the new era, or strike your VCA!

They say you can never have too many VCAs. So we decided to make another one, actually two in one. After our modern classic that is Tallin, lauded for its inimitable saturation circuit, it's time for Lublin [ˈlublin]! Lublin is a high-quality dual VCA module with exponential CV inputs. On top of that, its two identical channels feature additional inputs for pinging. These inputs use an elaborate analog circuit to model the dynamic behavior of vactrols, allowing you to trigger a carefully crafted gain response that mimics the natural decay of plucked and struck acoustic instruments. Unlike lowpass gate modules though, Lublin reduces gain while retaining the full frequency bandwidth, so it is perfect for harmonically rich signals, like our Odessa additive VCO. The vactrol-like behavior is just a starting point as the envelope may be varied within a wide range using a switch (natural, shortened and prolonged response) and a potentiometer, so you are not stuck with one decay characteristic. Therefore, you can use it not only to create bongos, but also for fat compressed kicks! The built-in gain control circuit (saturating CV instead of the audio signal) prevents distortion from excessive amplification. Lublin is DC-coupled, so you can use it to process CV as well as audio signals.

Notable features:
- Dual Voltage-Controlled Amplifier
- High quality, low noise and distortion, DC-coupled signal path
- Ping inputs for emulating vactrol response
- Three variants of ping response
- Exponential CV response with adjustable sensitivity
- Gain limiting circuit for protection against signal clipping

- width 6HP
- depth 33mm (including cable bracket)
- +40mA/-20mA

PRICE: 170 EUR MSRP, available now!

Check with dealers on the right for details.

Creating on the Oberheim Teo-5

video upload by Reginald "Regg" Smith

"Giving the Teo-5 a go

Sound Design and Preset Banks available for Synths
Link: https://reginald-regg-smith-sounds.sellfy.store/"

Electro Novation Cicuit Tracks Sound Pack Teaser 01

video upload by A Force Truly Evil

700FM system with buchla 200

video upload by Gm Xe

"In this video, a small system is created using the 700FM paired with the Auratie and Buchla 200, performing a demo. The Auratie is routed through the 292 to form a send-return effects chain."

See the Gm Xe label below for more.