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Thursday, May 08, 2025

Roland SH-4d v2.0 Update: Everything You Need to Know


video upload by RolandChannel

"The free Roland SH-4d v2.0 update expands the desktop synthesizer’s sonic capabilities with new Harmonic and Step Oscillator Models joining the existing eleven OSC models. Plus, smooth out your workflow with Pattern Chaining, system-wide reverb, chorus, and delay effects, a new Quick Overwrite process for saving tones and patterns, new Sub Step options to push sequence timing off the grid, and more.

In this video, Dustin Good walks through the features included in this major SH-4d update.

00:00 Intro
00:25 Step Oscillator Model
02:43 Harmonic Oscillator Model
04:50 Pattern Chain
06:14 Effects
07:25 Sub Step
08:25 Additional Features

To update to version 2.0, please visit: https://www.roland.com/global/product..."

Roland SH-4d V2 Firmware is here!!
video upload by Starsky Carr

0:00 what's this all about?
1:13 New Synth #1 HARMONICS
4:35 New Synth #2 STEP
10:49 Pattern Chaining
13:31 Step Shift Microtiming
15:16 Quick Saving & QUERTY input
16:08 It's got 10 undos
17:09 MIDI & USB

Update: press release follows:

The Roland SH-4d Desktop Synthesizer expands its creative potential with Version 2.0. The free upgrade gives electronic music producers new sonic capabilities with two expressive new OSC Models, pattern chaining for streamlined performances, and serious workflow refinements.

Two new OSC Models

STEP for step-based LFO modulation to produce dynamic movement within tones. From rigid, classic analog step sequencer-inspired phrases locked into the groove, to experimental soundscapes with curves, swells, bleeps and bloops.

HARMONIC for rich, layered sounds with a classic drawbar organ layout. Prime for creating essential house bass tones, bell-like chimes, deep pads, and powerful organ sounds with hands-on control of four harmonically tuned drawbars.

Workflow refinements

PATTERN CHAIN for streamlined hands-free performances and song construction.

SYSTEM-LEVEL FX options for consistent Reverb, Delay, and Chorus settings across all patterns for cohesive mixes in the studio as well as uninterrupted pattern switching while playing live.

QUICK OVERWRITE for saving tone and pattern data with less steps, never breaking creative momentum.

UNDO/REDO function now supported up to 10 times for worry-free experimentation when creating sequences.

New SUB-STEP options for off-grid note entry, shifting synth and drum hits behind-the-beat for looser grooves and greater variations when paired with Probability.

Extended MIDI control with improved program change implementation and new options for which MIDI data is transmitted to external devices.

Wednesday, May 07, 2025

SSB X-Flow FM Synthesizer


video uploads by Synthesizer Studio Berlin

Playlist (use the player controls to skip around):

1. Gnossienne no 1 X FLOW EDIT
2. X FLOW DEEP DIVE INTO XY FM
3. X FLOW TUTORIAL
4. THE POWER OF X FLOW MPE

SSB X-Flow FM Synthesizer
available at:
https://www.synthesizerstudioberlin.c...

A Revolution in Visual FM Synthesis

Experience FM synthesis like never before with the SSB X-Flow, a groundbreaking instrument for Native Instruments Reaktor.

X Flow reimagines FM with an innovative visual approach, replacing complex matrices with intuitive XY fields, putting the power of FM directly at your fingertips.

Key Features:

Visual FM Matrix:Ditch the confusing charts! X-Flow uses four XY fields to represent the FM matrix, providing a clear and direct way to shape your sound. Each operator's modulation source is visually displayed, making FM synthesis more accessible and creative.

Expressive Performance: X-Flow is designed for performance. Modulate your FM creations live with your mouse, MIDI controllers, or even with the nuanced control of Mono-, Poly-Aftertouch or MPE, for unparalleled sonic expression.

Deep Modulation Capabilities: Dive into a world of intricate sound design with extensive modulation options. X-Flow features 4 FM Envelopes per voice, 2 LFOs per voice (which can be polyphonic, monophonic, key synced or one-shot) for Pitch, Amp, and Filter modulation, and 8 XY LFOs per voice to further animate the FM matrix.

Powerful Sound Engine: X-Flow boasts a 24-voice engine with 4 operators, each offering 5 selectable waveforms (Sine, Tri, Saw, Pulse, Square). Shape your sound further with a dedicated filter section (including Low Pass and High Pass options) and an Overdrive effect for added grit and character.
(16 Voices for the MPE version)

Advanced Control: Fine-tune your sound with detailed controls including individual operator Pitch and Level, voice panning with randomization, and comprehensive Voice Mode options for polyphony, monophony, unison, and detuning.

ESK Bullfrog FX Sound


video upload by Metunar

"I tried to do a kind of shepard tone effect (constantly rising tone) with the Erica Synths Bullfrog.
I used the polyphonic feature of the sampler card to get this result.
Later in the video I add some delay, ringmodulation and noise.
Direct recording with soft mastering."

http://www.metunar.ch

Arturia MicroFreak - "Roland Jupiter-4" Soundset 100 Presets 330 Samples


video upload by LFOstore

"Welcome to 'Roland Jupiter-4' Soundset for mighty micro beast - Arturia MicroFreak.

BUY: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/arturia-mi...

Nick Klimenko had a great opportunity to play & record a Legend - almighty Roland Jupiter-4.

Than we made a samplepack with330 samples capturing synthesizer's authentic spirit.

And than we thought - why not to put these sounds in tiny MicroFreak engine and make presets?

Thanks to Arturia Team & their love to support customers - we are having OS 5.0!

New OS allows to load your own samples & put it through granular synthesis and it works great.

!!! Required – MicroFreak Fiwmware – V5 !!!

And result amazes us - vintage samples + MF organic analog filter done a real magic.

Thats how 'Roland Jupiter-4' Soundset was made.

It contains 100 presets + 330 samples:

Boss RV-500 Custom Presets


video upload by NatLife Sounds

"Buy Product: https://natlifesounds.com/product/bos...

18 Custom Presets for the Boss RV-500
Crafted for depth, motion, and stunning reverb textures

This pack includes 18 custom presets that transform the Boss RV-500 into a powerful ambient and spatial tool. Every preset focuses on clarity, beauty, and creative flexibility.

Ping-Pong Delay with Character
You’ll hear rhythmic, stereo-panning delays that move naturally and blend with the reverb. These effects add motion and space to your sound.

Lush, Long Reverb Tails
These patches offer rich and extended decay. They work beautifully for ambient textures, emotional solos, and cinematic moments.

Beautiful, Musical Hall Reverbs
From warm and vintage to clean and spacious, these halls feel alive. Each one adds character without overwhelming your tone.

All presets respond well to expression and dynamics. Whether you're playing live or producing in the studio, this collection gives your RV-500 a new creative edge."

New KOMA Sensei, Kassiopeia & More Superbooth!



Via KOMA

"Dear synthusiasts,

long time no hear!

First of all, big THANKS to everyone who made it to our KOMAPARTY 2.0 some weeks ago! We had great fun and were happy to hang out with friends and our community <3
 
Big ups Bertolt Meyer, Teslator, Cate Hops with FridaY and Echosisters!

Here's a few snaps for the vibes:

KOMA BOOTH AT SUPERBOOTH

What's all this??? We're excited to share what we've been working on during the Superbooth preparations, including a few mysterious surprises! You will find us at Booth O400 - same as last year. Just walk up the main big stairs and turn left until you see a bunch of nerds in black dungarees playing weird looking instruments… Probably our best SB drip yet!

This year, we will showcase a handful of brand new designs of upcoming modules to be released later this year including Monoplex - a smaller version of the Komplex sequencer, Bürste - a noise burst generator, a Wavefolder, a Dual Envelope and a KOMA VCO!
Sensei and Kassiopeia, which are both available for pre-order, will also have their space in special installations we’ve prepared especially for this year.


One of them is using your movements or even your heartbeat to generate cool shapes with our new VCO and Sensei sensor modules. You'll be
able to print out the results as a sticker!

Moon Modular Joins SYNTH-WERK





Some good news for Moon Modular fans via SYNTH-WERK:

“After long and intensive meetings, discussions and formal obligations we can say today that Moon Modular is now a SYNTH-WERK company. We will continue the legacy of our friend Gert Jalass and will start the work on modules in the near future. We miss you Gert but your legend will live on...”

This one is in via John L Rice who noted: "Also on the 5th they announced a 5U module version pf their Bode Barberpole Phaser and yesterday announced their final version of their keyboard controller." The SW 955-CONTACT picured below.

Native Instruments expands partnerships and platforms at Superbooth 2025

Press release follows (no pics included):

Electronic music fans can try a preview of NKS sounds on Arturia hardware, and expect a glimpse at unreleased instruments at workshops from NI, iZotope, and Plugin Alliance

Berlin, Germany – May 7, 2025 – Native Instruments, alongside iZotope and Plugin Alliance, is set to drop some exciting news at SUPERBOOTH 25, taking place at FEZ-Berlin from May 8–11. From a new NKS Hardware Partner in Arturia, to Kontrol S-Series upgrades, a special PPG LEAP pack, and new plugins from iZotope and NI, there’s a lot to look forward to.

What NI is showcasing at SUPERBOOTH 25

Arturia and NI team up to announce upcoming NKS support — Arturia owners can now look forward to seamless NKS integration for the KeyLab MK3, KeyLab Essential MK3, and MiniLab controllers. SUPERBOOTH 25 attendees can preview the upcoming Arturia NKS integration live at the Native Instruments or Arturia booths.

Enhanced Ableton Live control for Kontrol S-Series MK3 — Native Instruments is previewing expanded support and hands-on control of non-NKS plug-ins and internal Ableton devices directly on the keyboard, available to all S-series MK3 owners in the coming months.

• NKS & Leap-builder Station — Experience the power of NKS in action at the Native Instruments booth, featuring seamless integration with gear from Arturia, Akai Pro, Novation, M Audio, Nektar, and Korg, alongside Native Instruments' own acclaimed products. See how NKS reduces creative friction and helps you find the perfect sound.

•Plus, get access to a special PPG Leap pack for Kontakt 8’s Leap, only available at SUPERBOOTH, to celebrate an upcoming official re-issue from Liquid Sky of two legendary PPG hardware synthesizers.

• Circular: a revolutionary Euclidean sequencing instrument — Experience Native Instruments' groundbreaking instrument a week before release. Circular transforms held notes into evolving, polyphonic patterns brimming with intricate modulation and rhythmic expression. Try it at the booth, or get a deep dive at the workshop:

• Friday, May 9, 12:00 CEST: First look: Native Instruments’ Circular - a new approach to step sequencing. Attendees will have a chance to win a copy of Circular and try it out a week before release!

• Velvet by iZotope — iZotope will showcase the brand-new Velvet plugin, a smarter de-esser for smoother vocals that splits audio into Sibilance and Tonal channels. Get hands-on with Velvet at the booth, and don't miss platinum producer Jan Van der Toorn's workshop:

• Saturday, May 10, 16:00 CEST: iZotope presents: How to mix vocals and low-end w/ Jan Van Der Toorn. Attendees will have a chance to win a copy of Circular and try it out a week before release!

• Try bx_mastering studio from Plugin Alliance — Come by our booth and try the new, free bx_mastering studio on a touchscreen, and compare it with a custom Plugin Alliance mastering chain.

Visit Native Instruments at Room H130 at SUPERBOOTH 25 to experience the future of music creation firsthand.

Introducing Nensen Electronics 4U Modules



"Nensén Electronics, previously the Human Comparator, has released a new module in 4U format. The Ten Band Vocoder. A simple analog vocoder for all robot fans out there!

The previous announced sequencer Overlapping Voltage Source is now in stock as well. And there’s a few left of the joystick controlled Nested Vector Oscillator."

Ten Band Vocoder

€649.00

An analog ten band vocoder in 4U format

Xaoc Devices Introduces ORADEA and ARAD Eurorack Modules



Press release follows:

ORADEA
QUADRUPLE VOLTAGE CONTROLLED RESONATOR
MODEL OF 1950

ARAD
RESONATOR COMMANDER
MODEL OF 1950

Please welcome Oradea: a quadruple voltage controlled analog resonator. You can use it to enhance external audio or to generate tones. It can mimic the resonant characteristics of physical objects or spaces. Oradea's frequency response can be tuned over the entire range of audible frequencies with V/oct response. The module offers precise control over the resonance of each band up to extremely high values with long response to pinging. Oradea is additionaly equipped with four individual trigger inputs for exciting its filters with internally generated, uniform, and finely tuned impulses.

Individual outputs allow you to externally process each band separately. Resonant frequency gain compensation prevents uncontrolled distortion (the gain at peak does not increase with resonance). There is a VCA and a polarity switch in each channel, so you can remotely shape the overall amplitude and manually change the phase response.

By adding Oradea's expander Arad, you gain three additional features. Arad features direct audio inputs for individual channels, so you can use each channel for a different audio source (the individual channel outputs are already incorporated into the main module). There are buttons and gate inputs for manual and/or remote clickless muting and unmuting of the channels. Another group of four buttons acts in parallel to the TRIG inputs of Oradea, allowing for manual triggering.

Oradea main features:
- width 20HP
- depth 40mm (including cable bracket)
- +210mA/-190mA
- Four independently adjustable bands
- Manual and voltage control over tuning frequency, resonance, and level
- Joint and individual CV inputs with calibrated V/oct tracking
- Dedicated trigger inputs for exciting individual channels
- Individual outputs and mixed output
- Signal polarity switchable for each channel
- Signal level indicators with multi-color LEDs

PRICE: 520 EUR MSRP, available next month!

Arad features:
- width 6HP
- depth 30mm (including cable bracket)
- +10mA/-0mA
- clickless muting and unmuting buttons and gate/trigger inputs
- manual trigger buttons
- individual audio input for each channel

PRICE: 120 EUR MSRP, available next month!

Check with dealers on the right.

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