Oberheim OB 12 Synth Hunter Episode 50

video upload by Synth Hunter

Audio demo at the end. You can use the player controls on bottom to slide forward and to enable CC subtitles.

"The Oberheim OB-12 is a virtual analog synthesizer introduced in the late 1990s by Oberheim, then under the management of Viscount International. It was intended to transfer the iconic analog sound of the earlier Oberheim synthesizers such as the OB-Xa or the OB-8 into the world of digital signal processing.

The OB-12 has been praised for its wide tonal palette, ranging from gentle pads and bell-like tones to aggressive leads and basses. However, purists did not always regard it as a worthy successor to the analogue Oberheim synthesizers, as the digital sound character was sometimes perceived as less authentic.

Nevertheless, the OB-12 remains an interesting and versatile synthesizer that will be appreciated in both studios and live performances thanks to its distinctive sound and flexible programming options."

NAMM 2025: A Walkthrough of Day Two Highlights

video upload by sonicstate

"Today's update from Nick & Edd, filmed on the go as they walked through the mostly empty halls before the show started.
(Top work with the camera again, Edd ;-)"

SUPERCHARGE your OP-XY with KOALA Sampler

video upload by Skerry Vibe

"While we patiently wait and hope for updates to the sampler in the OP-XY, the solution to many of the shortcomings can be found in our pockets, the Koala Sampler. It works well with midi and sending audio to and from it.

I hope this will give you some inspiration.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro
00:13 KOALA Sampler
00:19 Stem separation
00:43 Autochop
01:53 Time stretch
03:25 Sequence the samples
04:03 Sequence drums
05:56 Creating a dirty tape piano sound
06:44 Adding effects
11:00 Recording the sound back in to the OP-XY"

Monomer Norns looper (WIP)

video upload by Grunk Grunk

"I’ve been learning softcut for Norns and made this little looper and records a loop then adds some addition loops at different rates. If you want to try it, you can install it like this:
;install https://github.com/corygrunk/around"

1/22/25 (pulser monks) Metasonix TM-3 & TM-1 + Hewlett-Packard 3310A + CXM 1978

video upload by Cfpp0

"1/22/25 (pulser monks) Metasonix TM-3 & TM-1 + Hewlett-Packard 3310A + CXM 1978

The TM-3 didn’t fit easily onto the Alesis rackmount, but we were able to rack it after grinding the holes a bit. In this video, the TM-3 oscillators and suboctave are droning through the TM-1 SE, which is getting CV from the Hewlett-Packard 3310A function generator. The reverb was blended on the CXM 1978."

Noise synthesizer - BWNoise

video upload by VladimirRadiomay

"Экспериментальный звуковой синтезатор BWNoisе.
Идеи и сборка - полная импровизация. Желание соединить несоединяемое и чтобы это звучало.

Experimental sound synthesizer BWNoise.
Ideas and assembly - complete improvisation. The desire to connect the unconnectable and make it sound."

Noise synthesizer - RADIODRONE

video upload by VladimirRadiomay

"Экспериментальный звуковой синтезатор RADIODRONE (с модулятором Червонского представленного в видео - • Модулятор звука. Звуковой эффект. Авт...
Полная импровизация. И давняя идея совместить радио с эстетикой дрон-звучания и другими нойз-структурами. После долгих мытарств получилось уже что-то интересное. Можно развивать эти идеи дальше).
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Experimental sound synthesizer RADIODRONE (with Chervonsky's modulator presented in the video - • Модулятор звука. Звуковой эффект. Авт...
Complete improvisation. And an old idea to combine radio with the aesthetics of drone sound and other noise structures. After long ordeals, something interesting has already been obtained. These ideas can be developed further)."

Модулятор звука. Звуковой эффект. Автор - А. Червонский.

video upload by VladimirRadiomay

"Sound effect - sound modulator. A. Chervonsky.
In the video, first the sound from the electric guitar, from 2:45 with the voice, and from 4:12 from the audio player, the voice and the song.
Description from the magazine: "the described device makes it possible to modulate the amplitude and phase of the EMI signal with the audio frequency voltage from the auxiliary generator. The sharp specificity of the resulting musical effect (there is no established name for it) significantly limits its use, but in a number of cases of pop practice it can be quite justified. The frequency of the auxiliary generator can be changed during the game, introducing new colors into the sound of the instrument. In addition, the device has a vibrato generator, which additionally modulates the amplitude of the generator signal, which, in turn, leads to a timbre vibrato of the sound at the EMI output. The device has been tested in operation together with an electric guitar, but it is possible that good results can be obtained with other EMI."
magazine "Radio" No. 4 . 1980. Page 57.
https://archive.radio.ru/web/1980/04/...
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(my addition - added a microphone amplifier to the circuit (it also came in handy for amplifying the guitar). The low-frequency generator (vibrato) is of course already outdated and has a small range. I increased the value of resistor R25 by 47-50 kilo-ohms, otherwise vibrato would not work. And I decided to add a variable resistor of 1 mega-ohm, after R12, to adjust the intensity of the effect. Although this does not give much)."

Elektor Surf Synthesizer - Ocean Sound DIY Synth Designed by John S. Simonton Jr (1972)

video upload by Elektor TV

"Dive into the world of DIY electronics with our detailed build guide for the Elektor Surf Synthesizer Kit! In this video, we unbox, assemble, and test this amazing kit that mimics the soothing sounds of the ocean. Whether you're a seasoned builder or a curious newbie, this video will provide you with step-by-step instructions, from soldering to testing.

🌊 What’s Inside:

Unboxing: First look at all the components and the packaging.
Schematic Guide: Detailed breakdown of the schematic to ensure a smooth assembly.
Assembly: Step-by-step soldering and assembly instructions.
Testing: Hear the serene ocean waves we create with the assembled kit!
🛠️ Kit Features:

Includes all necessary components and a wooden stand.
Detailed schematic for easy follow-along building.

🎁 Special Offer:

Available for a limited time at a special price on the Elektor store. Check out the link below to get your kit while supplies last!

🔗 Buy the Kit: https://www.elektor.com/products/elek...
🔗 Article Surf Synthesizer https://www.elektormagazine.com/magaz..."

Bad Gear - The Gold Standard

video upload by AudioPilz

"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world’s most-hated audio tools. Senior synth citizens like me might get the impression that the technical evolution is going backwards: the mass market returned to the dark ages of analog, there’s an obvious disconnect between traditional manufacturers and their customers and sampling hardware is slowly reapproaching the tech specs of 1991.

Today we are going to talk about the Korg EMX-1. This 2003 Electribe is considered to be the gold standard for groovebox design by many - and a gimmicky hotchpotch of cheap-sounding late dance sounds for more or less everyone else.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro tune
01:00 Overview Electribe EMX1
01:31 Korg Electribe EMX-1 vs. Korg Electribe ESX-1
01:49 The Synth Engines
02:31 Sample Playback
02:50 Filter Section
03:08 Modulators and their Limitations
03:23 FX Section
03:31 Drum Parts
03:50 Workflow ( Arpeggiator , Sequencer )
04:23 Additional Features, External Input
04:52 Tubes / Valves / Toooooooooooooobs
05:20 What else??? (Pricing, Thanks,...)
05:38 Hate Screen
06:01 Jam 1 ( House )
06:59 Jam 2 ( Drum'n'Bass )
08:07 Finale ( Electro )
08:37 Verdict"

ALM MFX Dynamics Plugins

MFX Dynamics Plugins - TY-50 Dynamics

video upload by ALM TV

"‘MFX Dynamics’ is a pair of plugins, a unique compressor expander and a feature rich auto-panner, ported from our popular multi effect MFX module and pedal as plugins for use in your favourite DAW.

In this video we take a look at the 'TY-50 Dynamics', an extensive dynamics plugin that can act as a compressor, expander or transient shaper. It also features an automatic gain compensator, side-chain input and tilt filter. Here we process a break through compressor mode, expander mode, then both modes together to explore how transients and hits can be emphasised and shaped. We also explore the sidechain functionality and the transient shaper mode. For a demo of the Modulating Panner, please see our overview linked below.

Both plugins use enhanced DSP code from the MFX hardware with a clean, simple and expanded user interface.

‘MFX Dynamics’ is available for purchase now for macOS and Windows. Purchase to get emailed a unique download link."

MFX Dynamics Plugins - Modulating Panner

video upload by ALM TV

"In this video we take a look at the the ’Modulating Panner’, a free-running or synced stereo panner plugin with 3 modes. The modulation shape can be edited with the interactive graph. Here we process the Motto Akemie through the panner and explore its various settings, wave shapes and modes. We recommend listening on headphones for the clearest distinction between modes. For a demo of the TY-50 Dynamics plugin, please see our overview linked below."