Casio FZ-1 batch sample conversion

video upload by Collector Current

"A demonstration of the utilities I made to batch-convert audio files so they can load into the Casio FZ-1."

Source code: https://github.com/jacobvosmaer/fz1/

Blog: https://blog.jacobvosmaer.nl/
Music: https://music.jacobvosmaer.nl/

https://www.goldbaby.co.nz

120 Minutes to Make a TUNE (Only Launchkey + Klevgrand Plugins Allowed)

video upload by Novation

"We teamed up with @klevgrand to set ourselves a challenge - can our in-house music producers create a track in 2 hours, using only a MIDI keyboard and a limited set of plugins?

Back in early summer, our very own Vini from Novation and Lucas from Klevgrand met for the first time in Berlin and set themselves the ultimate challenge: producing a track from scratch in only two hours. With just a Launchkey Mini 37, Logic Pro, and the full suite of Klevgrand plugins to hand, how did they get on?

Listen to the track they created here - https://bit.ly/The_Final_Track

Read the full article here - https://bit.ly/_2-Hours_To_Finish_A_T..."

Chapters:
00:00 - Making a track with the Novation Launchkey & Klevgrand plugins
00:32 - Meeting Lucas from Klevgrand in Berlin
01:00 - Rules of the challenge
01:58 - Making a track in only 2 hours
03:56 - Making a beat with Klevgrand OneShot
04:54 - Adding in chords with Launchkey and Klevgrand Tomofon
05:43 - Using Chord Map to build out chords on Launchkey
07:15 - Creating a lead line and chords with Launchkey and Klevgrand Tomofon
08:30 - Adding a bassline using Launchkey
08:44 - Using the arpeggiator to create a bassline on Launchkey
09:53 - Building the second part of the track
10:24 - Creating chord variations for the verse on Launchkey
11:53 - Changing up the drumbeat on the Launchkey
12:33 - Adding in a shaker to the beat with Klevgrand Shaka
14:26 - Arranging the song and building out the structure
14:51 - Creating an intro to the track using Klevgrand DAW Cassette
17:21 - Adding in arpgeggiated synths with Launchkey and Klevgrand Stark
17:56 - Adding a guitar amp effect to the appreggios with Klevgrand Spinn
18:26 - Layering in chord variations with Launchkey
19:02 - Adding in a drum fill and bassline with Launchkey
19:50 - Tweaking the tone of chords with Klevgrand Tomofon
20:48 - Adding in reverb using Klevgrand Revolv
21:49 - Mixing the track in Logic Pro with Klevgrand Korvpressor
23:09 - The final track
24:04 - Our ratings of the final track

Valley Of The Shadows/Origin Unknown (Circuit Tracks Version)

video upload by Guinan

"'We need Jungle I'm afraid'.....this weeks track is the highly influential jungle track 'Valley Of The Shadows' by Origin Unknown released first in 1993."

"Funnily enough I had this CD for years and didn't have a sampler! (I couldn't lay my hands on it for the video but had a copy in my 'archive'). It was a lot of fun to assemble this very simple track from the ingredients and only a small amount of artistic licence was required to fit it into the Tracks.

As you can hear there are no drum machine samples in this...the 'Drum' section is used entirely to play back samples and loops. The samples were edited and time stretched to work in the track at 160Bpm. The arpeggiated section was prepared as 3 samples (2 of which had the extra pitch shifted repeat of the arpeggio).

Synth 1 - single oscillator sine wave with a touch of distortion to fatten it up
Synth 2 - detuned sine waves on 2 oscillators with heavy phaser effects applied.

Drum 2 - '31 seconds' NASA sample from FM Disk 1, 'Long Dark Tunnel' sample from Youtube.
Drum 3 - 'Think' loop from FM CD, with occasional 2nd variation and chopped 2nd half of loop.
Drum 4 - time stretched and pitch shifted arpeggiated loops from FM CD.

Almost entirely based on sounds from a CD free with the first issue of the magazine, Future Music. It also features a sample from a BBC TV documentary about near-death experiences. Countless tracks from the next few years were based on this one CD as bedroom producers hungrily reused the samples creatively.

(I found it here too - enjoy!
https://archive.org/details/the-futur... )

If you've ever heard it, the '31 Seconds' and 'I felt like I was in a long dark tunnel' samples are especially memorable with the deep sub bass.

This was all programmed and played on a single Circuit Tracks. No additional synths or effects were used."

The guide here tells you step-by-step how to recreate this track. Thanks ‪@newbreakscom5050‬:

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Recreating Yazoo's Too Pieces using a Novation Bass Station II Swifty Edition

video upload by Matt Culpin

"In this video I've recreated Yazoo's 1982 track 'Too Pieces' from their debut album 'Upstairs at Eric's" using a Bass Station II #yazoo #bassstation2 #synthesizer #remake #trending #ableton #abletonlive #synthpop

00:00 - Introduction and background
00:47 - The sounds
02:09 - The track"

Also see Recreating Yazoo's Situation using a Sequential Prophet 5

Revolutionary Motorized Knob Technology by Melbourne Instruments

video upload by Melbourne Instruments

"Why Motorized Knobs? ⚡️

Our motorized control unlocks a modern creative workflow. Adaptive motorized control merges the flexibility of software with the feel of classic hardware—giving you real-time tactile control, instant recall, haptic feel with 15bit precision.

✅ Instant visual feedback
✅ No screens, no guesswork
✅ A faster, sharper, more interactive workflow

🎛️ See it. Touch it. Feel your sound.

Discover more here: https://www.melbourneinstruments.com/..."

NINA multitrack sequencer mode is awesome

video upload by ŌKUBI Music Studio

Yamaha Montage M8x Synthesizer - All Tweaking, No Talking

video upload by Kraft Music

"Great bundle deals on the Yamaha Montage M8x synthesizer:
https://kraftmusic.com/collections/ya...

Dave from Kraft Music experiments with the Yamaha Montage M8x synthesizer using the assignable realtime controllers.

Yamaha Montage M is a next-generation flagship synthesizer featuring amazing sound from three engines that recreate warm vintage analog synths, cutting-edge FM synths, and ultra-realistic instruments. The Motion Control engine enhances these capabilities, adding a unique fourth dimension of control to your music making. Unlike traditional hardware synthesizers, Montage M seamlessly bridges stage and studio with deep computer connectivity and integration, unlocking new possiblities for sound, control, and workflow.

Get more for your money with an exclusive Yamaha Montage M synthesizer bundle from Kraft Music. These package deals include the accessories you'll need to get the most out of your new synth, all for one low price. If you have any questions, please contact us. Our knowledgeable sales advisors will be happy to assist in choosing the bundle that's right for you!"

Oberheim FVS-1 Four Voice 4 SEM Meticulously Refurbished Vintage Synthesizer

video upload by tonetweakers

"Here’s the gorgeous vintage Oberheim 4 Voice synthesizer we just fully refurbished, a process requiring an investment of 88 hours of skilled vintage synth tech work, plus parts. It’s now up for sale on our website and should make its next owner real happy.

Buy vintage gear that works like new at tonetweakers.com

We buy sell trade refurbish vintage synths and electronic musical instruments.

Tone Tweakers Inc.
http://www.tonetweakers.com"

You can also find Tone Tweakers on eBay.

Psychedelic Music on the Antonelli Syntorgan 2445

video upload by Reuben Jones

"I was kindly donated this Italian synth by a family friend and piano tuner who took over a piano repair business from a piano restorer and reverend here in Malta.

It sounds very cheesy and limited, but has quite a nice analogue filter with an LFO (which is either on or off, with no control over speed or amount!). You can route the (para)polyphonic organ through the filter, like on the Farfisa Syntorchestra. The rhythm section has several drum beats which can be mixed together to create more rhythms.

0:00 Disco (Cheese) Ball
0:49 The Acid Kicks In

Italian keyboard
Italian organ
Combiorgan
Synthesizer
Synth
Cheesy keyboard
Retro keyboard
Vintage keyboard"

You can find addional demos of the Syntorgan in previous posts here.

Crumar Spirit by Cherry Audio - Part 2: Beyond the original classic

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We continue our deep dive into the new Crumar Spirit by Cherry Audio, a meticulous software recreation of the legendary and elusive Crumar Spirit analog synthesizer from the early 1980s. This is Part 2 of a two-part series. In this part, we go over the arpeggiator as well as several new features added by Cherry Audio to enhance the possibilities of this instrument.

If you haven't yet seen Part 1, we recommend checking that out first. [in the announcement post here]

To find out more about Crumar Spriit by Cherry Audio, please visit: https://cherryaudio.com

00:00 Introduction
00:28 Matrix Z
06:28 Voice modes
11:29 Arpeggiator
18:08 Effects (main path)
26:47 Effects (Shaper Y path)
33:06 Factory presets
38:33 More factory presets (Andrew Longhurst collection)"

Merch: https://shop.catsynth.com
Patreon: / catsynth
Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/catsynth