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Fermi Paradoxon I — We’re alone — Modular Synth Performance

video upload by Mars Machine

"I just got a ‪@NoiseEngineering‬ Univer Iter, because I wanted to sequence from a DAW for a long time. It works perfectly for this purpose and can be customized easily.
Univer Iter is sequencing all voices from Ableton.
The main arp ist Plaits through Forbidden Planet and Clouds.
Bass is Basimilus Iteritas Alter through Peradam.
Chainsaw plays 3 voices, a lower octave and 2 leads. Filtered with Belgrad, Delay by Mimeophon.

Sequencing with Univer Iter also allowed me to do some additional production in Ableton for the first time."

Two New Synthesizer Evolution Books by Oli Freke

Details follow via the author, Oli Freke:

These two new volumes in my Synth Evolution ‘zine series were launched at last weekend’s SynthEast event in Norwich, UK. They are Volume 3: Modern Classics, and Volume 4: Modular Greats. I’ve moved into the 21st Century with these two! As ever, they feature my signature hand-drawn illustrations and are full of facts, figures and tech-specs:

Volume 3: Modern Classics

Synthesizer Evolution: From Analogue to Digital (and Back) author Oli Freke returns with a new volume in his Synthesizer Evolution A6 zine series. The first two volumes (Vintage Synths and Drum Machines & Samplers) focused on vintage electronic instruments from the 1970s and 1980s. Volume three moves into the 21st century, showcasing a selection of the most interesting, impactful, and—arguably—best synthesizers of the past two decades.

The synths in this book celebrate the vast range of sonic possibilities now available to musicians and producers. From analogue wonders to extraordinary digital creations, from tightly designed monosynths to open-ended polyphonic beasts, each one is more marvellous than the last! Also featuring ‘Desert Island Modular’ choices from Robin Vincent, Steve Davis, Panic Girl and more.

https://velocitypress.uk/product/modern-classics-synths/

Alesis Andromeda A6 on the cover.

Volume 4: Modular Greats

The modular resurgence of the past 25 years has been a wonder to behold. Where musicians were once chained to their DAWs, we are now liberated once again to wire, patch, and modulate in the real world, choosing from a mind-boggling array of options.

Modular Greats celebrates the fusion of art, logic, science, and serendipity in modular synthesis, highlighting some of the best-selling, most creative, and most impactful modules of the 21st century. Featured manufacturers include Make Noise, Mutable Instruments, TipTop Audio, Intellijel, Rossum Electro-Music, Doepfer—and many more!

https://velocitypress.uk/product/modular-greats/

Instruo Cs-L on the cover.

Cosmische Echoes: 1970s Inspired Apple Loops

video upload by Ross Totino and Fans of Collision

"Cosmische Echoes: 1970s-Inspired Apple Loops
Hypnotic, Pulsing, and Drenched in Vintage Vibe

Step into the sonic universe of 1970s German 'Kosmische Musik' and 'Krautrock' with this exclusive collection of 138 Apple Loops ready to add instant retro-futuristic warmth to your tracks! Recorded in the late ‘90s using authentic vintage gear, these loops deliver the hypnotic, analog textures that defined an era of experimental electronic music.

Created with Legendary Gear:
🔹 **70s Conn Min-o-Matic – Classic mechanical beatbox rhythms
🔹 **Sequential Circuits Pro One – Deep, pulsing synth lines
🔹 **Lexicon Alex – Lush, spacey atmospheres
🔹 **Sony DAT Machine – Pristine late-90s digital capture

What’s Inside?
Seven curated folders packed with motorik grooves, lush arpeggios, and cosmic textures, ready to drop into your DAW for seamless creativity. Whether you're producing ambient, electronic, or experimental music, these loops provide an instant gateway to the vintage 70s Kosmische sound**.

🔗 **Get it now on Gumroad and bring some Krautrock magic to your productions!

https://rtotino.gumroad.com/l/rdqio"

Exploring MICROFREAK MINIFREAK Oscillators

video upload by Woody Piano Shack

"Demo and review of the ARTURIA MICROFREAK and ARTURIA MINIFREAK oscillator types, putting them into action and hearing how they sound.

PIANO CLUB
/ woodypianoshack"

Is This The Missing Piece For Your Groovebox? | Digitone II + Rooms Pedal

video upload by Malvinus Music

"My very first attempt with the DBA Rooms pedal, with Digitone II. Enjoy, peace!

Pixabay artists who made the video content:
waiguobox
silasclough
mishasurfu"

Dreadbox Murmux Adept #3 | Winterdagen

video upload by Winterdagen

"Here's another gentle one on the mighty Dreadbox Murmux Adept :-) For this patch I didn't make use of the oscillators as a sound source. I stead I turned up the resonance on the filter and put the tracking to 100%, making the filter basically output a sine wave that tracks the keyboard. I used a very short decay time and low sustain on the envelopes to output a very soft sound, again helping emphasise the lovely layer of noise coming from the effects. I also dialed in a tiny bit of filter FM giving the sound some edge. Some subtle gritty delays from the Strymon El Capistan plugin add a little texture. God I love this synth."

Farfisa Soundmaker (Model 111222E) Synthesizer SN 6739

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Additional SYNTH CITY Listings

"Built in 1979-81, the Soundmaker has Synth, String and Piano/Brass Sections. The Monophonic Synth section has 12 preset sounds (Tuba, Trombone, Trumpet, Sax, Clarinet, Oboe, Flute, Piccolo, Violin, Accordion, El Bass, El Guitar) and one free patch which lets you use the controls to create your own sound.

Basic controls for the filter, the one ADSR for the filter and/or the VCA, and the LFO are laid out plain and simple.

The Polyphonic Preset Synth section has Volume & Brightness controls for its four preset Piano type sounds (Piano, Electric Piano, Honkey Tonk, Brass).

The String section offers a fairly decent string sound with Volume, Brightness, Attack and Sustain controls for a choice of two preset strings (8" footage or 4" footage).

This unit was just inspected and cleaned internally by our in-house repair shop. All functions work as expected."

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