Thursday, July 24, 2025
PlayFader PlayMates - Elektron Syntakt ⚡️ fragments and moments of firmware testing
video upload by Play All Day
"I was using the @elektron Syntakt to test some firmware updates and it was too much fun not to share. This isn't a whole performance, just some selected clips from a longer 30 minute exploration.
Connected with just one MIDI TRS to 5-pin cable, I’m controlling tracks 2 & 5 with Channels A & B of PlayFader. Syntakt is only sequencing the drums, the rest is PlayFader… including the master clock, Syntakt is the slave 😏
I don’t think I’ve had as much fun with an Electron box before!
It’s endlessly creative and inspiring to actually play the Syntakt rather than just program a sequence and press start…
I’m not a Syntakt expert by any means though, and I’m not really that good at making techno either, but it when in Rome… had to be done.
One other cool aspect of this setup is that you can also record everything you’re doing on PlayFader into the Elecktron sequencer!!! 👊💥I don’t show it here but it is very simple, just press record and you’re capturing grooves on the fly, ready for editing, playing and even storing them into new patterns!
Love and Patches
Play All Day"
Sonicware Liven Evoke | Oscillator Controls | Part 2 of In-Depth Guide Series
video upload by Sonic Cartography
"An in-depth guide to the Sonicware Liven Evoke’s oscillator section, covering all the parameters, settings, and controls in detail, how they interact with each other, and some tips and tricks for using them effectively. Along the way, we also look at the almighty latch function and the difference between easy and normal mode. The next video looks at sound design on the Evoke, focusing especially on its complex LFOs. This video is already available for early access at my new Patreon, / soniccartography .
Table of Contents:
0:00 - intro
0:22 - quick review of INST, WAVE, BLEND, etc. (w/ some new information and tips)
2:40 - latch function
3:50 - backtide modulation range (amount/depth) and rate parameters
8:20 - backtide modulation attack rate
10:43 - backtide modulation attack curve + interactions between the four backtide parameters
13:32 - harmonic parameter modulation of WAVE
18:07 - pitch parameter
20:20 - easy mode versus normal mode"
Part 1 here
Korg Minilogue XD Dreamy Presets+Patterns No Talk Sound Demo
video upload by Anton Anru
"🪄 Dreamy Spells is a collection of 50 sequence presets for Korg Minilogue XD.
This soundset is centered around creating dreamy, melodic sequences inspired by the beauty of nature and the mystique of magic.
Each patch brings its own atmosphere and mood, ranging from soft and delicate to deep and textured, making it easy to find the right sequence for your track, jam session, or ambient exploration. Despite their variety, all patterns share a common enchanting and magical quality.
📦 Get these presets: https://antonanru.sellfy.store/p/mini...
🌌 The collection spans a wide sonic spectrum—warm, noisy, lo-fi, and detuned textures sit alongside bright, dreamy, punchy, deep, and airy timbres. The sequences vary in tempo and rhythm, offering both slow-evolving patterns and faster, more dynamic motions.
Says (Version)/Nils Frahm - Circuit Tracks Version.
video upload by Guinan
"I was lucky enough to see Nils Frahm on his latest tour and this is my favourite of his compositions. Whilst listening to the track build on his stack of vintage synths and keyboards (notably a Roland Juno for the main arpeggio) it occurred to me (perhaps over-ambitiously) to have an attempt at seeing how this would sound on the Circuit Tracks.
The track may be familiar to some from the 'Ad Astra' movie soundtrack (might be the best thing about the movie?!). • Says - Nils Frahm Scene Part 2 | Ad Astra ... [below]
This time the limit was definitely not the Circuit hardware but more my own musical ability. Without a score, (and discovering that many of the versions online seem to be semi-improvised) I was left with slowing down the track until I could identify individual notes and program them in in step time….add to that the fact that the track has enormous amounts of tape echo which he manipulates in real-time.
I came to the conclusion that at best I could try and create my own ‘version’ inspired by his original. This should be viewed as a reinterpretation and not a strict cover (and I did put a rhythm track on it too). I’ve since found other Youtubers playing versions of these but they mainly go for very simple arpeggios and I was aiming to try and capture some of the complexity of the other ‘layers’ played.
Imagine this composition then as the simplified version Nils might create for his first Café Del Mar set armed only with a Circuit Tracks…..and after someone had removed his ability to play the piano ;)
I hope some of you like it…I loved attempting this electronica classic and hope you enjoy the end result.
Everything you hear is just the Circuit Tracks. No extra synths or effects."
Says - Nils Frahm Scene Part 2 | Ad Astra (1080p)
video upload by Favorite Scenes
Impulse | Elektron Monomachine IDM track
video upload by MIDERA
"Another monomachine track. One monomachine was used for melody, the other for drums.
Created 07/23/2025 | MIDERA"
Live Ambient Synth Jam (Moog, Sequential, UDO, Nord, Elektron)
video upload by Iris Orbit
"Drift into after-work calm.
Think shadowed mountains just after sunset, the first stars sharpening above a silent ridge, and an endless sky that lets every breath slow. Best experienced on headphones at low light.
A nocturnal ambient piece performed in real time on:
Moog Subsequent 37
Sequential OB-6
UDO Super 6
Nord Stage 3 88
Digitakt Mk II
UAFX Galaxy
Hologram Microcosm
SSL Bus+"
【Performance & Machine】 Ozzy R.I.P. with Roland Jupiter-80 & SH-201
video upload by nicolai maruhama
"Ozzy Osbourne Passed away on 22nd July 2025.
Thanks for your creations.
Rest In Peace!!
I play like Mr. C Something.
Please Enjoy thanks!
nicolai maruhama"
Also see RIP Ozzy Osbourne 🖤
Random Step Mode on the MON2
video upload by Monkhum craft and creative (ม่อนคํา ซีซี)
"🎲 Random Step Mode on the MON2 lets you explore unpredictable soundscapes and evolving textures.
Just hold SHIFT, press BT, and twist the knobs:
– Knob 3: Control random speed
– Knob 1: Main Volume
Choose INFINITY STEP mode for endless generative chaos—perfect for ambient, glitch, or drone lovers.
But here’s the twist… 🔥
In Firmware 2.0, the original 8-Step Random Mode has been replaced by Sampler Mode.
Yes – MON2 now plays .WAV samples!
Load your own sounds and turn MON2 into a one-of-a-kind sampler synth.
🎧 A new sonic world awaits."
Korg Monologue | Digitakt 2 | Digitone 2 - Ambient Downtempo
video upload by Stefan Torto
"Sculpting Korg Monologue, Digitakt II & Digitone II.
My music : https://stefantorto.bandcamp.com/
Get my sample pack : https://www.stefantorto.com/psy-crafts
Website : https://www.stefantorto.com"
Roland CR-68 Compurhythm Vintage Drum Machine SN 832447
Note: Auction links are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.
via this Reverb listing
"The legendary Roland CR-68!
Perfectly Working conditions.
FULLY SERVICED by pro tecnician
Amazing Aestetics conditions.
Just Perfect… nothing else to say."
via this Reverb listing
"The legendary Roland CR-68!
Perfectly Working conditions.
FULLY SERVICED by pro tecnician
Amazing Aestetics conditions.
Just Perfect… nothing else to say."
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