Gladiolus Murielae

video upload by Ebotronix

"Waldorf Iridium with 4x CV ~ Gate in,
Doepfer R2m,A 174-2, A 185-2,
Mutable Instruments, Shades, Yarns,Peaks,
Ornament and Crimes,Arabian scale,
Roland Aira S1,
Hologram Electronics Microcosm Special Edition 2024,
Strymon Big Sky MX, controlled by,
ATO Faderbank 16 n , with Midi CC,
lab4 Enjoy,
22.08.2025
video # 2566"

Tom Oberheim: The Genius Behind the Greatest Sounding Synthesizers

video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

"Today, we’re at the home of Tom Oberheim — one of the original pioneers who shaped synthesizers and music history. Tom's legacy includes some of the most groundbreaking innovations: (a stand alone ring modulator, the first commercially available phase shifter pedal (my personal favorite), an early digital sequencer, the Oberheim DS-2, and the SEM the first commercially available polyphonic synthesizer made in 2, 4 and 8 voice models, followed by favorites such as the OB-X, OB-Xa, OB-8, Xpander, Matrix 12, DMX drum machine and more... of course, most importantly he gave us the unmistakable "Oberheim sound" on his entire collection of iconic synthesizers that have inspired compositions and performances on countless records by multiple generations of artists.

Joining me for this special interview is my friend Rob Rosen from Rosen Sound—talented musician and renowned expert in synth restoration and preservation, and someone who's worked closely for a while with Tom to keep Oberheim instruments and ALL vintage synthesizers alive for future generations of musicians.
We’ll also be joined by Marcus Ryle, who's done so much. Marcus began his career working closely with Tom, at Oberheim, was a session musician, designed dozens of affordable and accessible products for Alesis - including the ADAT multitrack recording, Quadraverb digital reverb, and HR-1 drum machine, and later co-founded Line 6 (creating innovative guitar effects and revolutionizing digital modeling technology). His insight into Tom’s innovations—and his own contributions in music history —makes this a rare, deeply meaningful conversation.
Let’s get into it."

https://oberheim.com/

https://anthonymarinellimusic.com

Trying the Novation Launch Control XL3 as a Hardware Hub in a Dawless Setup

video upload by Starsky Carr

"Discover the power of the Novation Launch Control XL3 — the ultimate Ableton Live controller and a flexible standalone MIDI controller for the Arturia AudioFuse 16 In this video, I’ll show you how to use the XL3 in a hybrid studio setup including the Dreadbox Nymphes and *Erica Synths LXR02*, giving you full hardware mixer control over up to 24 channels and a synth.

✅ Seamless integration with Ableton – plug it in via USB and Live recognises it instantly.
✅ Control up to 24 channels on the AudioFuse Rig 16 + X8 setup.
✅ Flexible setup options: USB or MIDI DIN for a fully computer-free rig.
✅ Real-world mixing example: faders, pans, sends, and mute/solo control at your fingertips.

Whether you’re a producer, live performer, or looking for hands-on hardware control in your hybrid studio, the Launch Control XL3 is a compact powerhouse."

⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps

0:00 – Intro: What is the Launch Control XL3?
2:23 – Quick Ableton setup demo
5:00 – Intro Demo Hardware Setup Explained
9:05 – Setting up MIDI Control
14:03 – Minor Niggles
15:21 – Hardware Connections
17:38 – Final thoughts

https://us.novationmusic.com/products/launch-control-xl

LD ZERO: Distorted Ambience

video upload by gotharman

"I have created the craziest instrument :)
Just a kick drum and a saw wave running through filters and effect."

www.gotharman.dk

ELGAM CRAZY BAND 48 : A unicorn Groove Box unearthed

video upload by Vintage Audio Institute Italia

"Chapters
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00:00 intro
00:35 specifications
01:37 drum machine demonstration
04:49 auto accompaniment demonstration
05:15 bass section
05:55 chords sections
06:49 auto melody
07:24 jamming
08:17 disco
08:58 one finger mode and sayonara

ELGAM CRAZY BAND 48 (1978)

After looking for years we finally found an ELGAM CRAZY BAND 48 about a year ago in a former communist country with great food - hunch hunch - and, without knowing if it worked or not, went straight to making the first and last V.A.I. unboxing video ever - we plugged it in and was rewarded a full blasted of hiss so loud the neighbors dog started barking : • UNBOXING THE ELGAM CRAZY BAND 48 [posted here]

The had arrived with a thick folder of docs - the manual and even the warranty and sales receipt - but better still : the original schematics.
Fixing it was surprisingly complicated but well, now it works and this is the first ever recorded video and probably audio of the ELGAM CRAZY BAND 48.

This is the machine Elgam created to follow up on the success of the ELGAM CAROUSEL.
It's what we like to call a "unicorn" - there are very few of these around.
It's a similar type of auto-accompaniment and analog drum machine as the ELGAM CAROUSEL but with an expanded drum section and more auto accompaniment sounds : instead of the arpeggiator of its predecessor the Carousel, we're blessed with a unique Auto-Melody generator.

The name Crazy Band 48 comes from the number of drum patterns - they're 48 rhythms in total since each of the 16 rhythm push buttons has 3 selectable variations.

The rhythm patterns span 2 bars instead of the more common single bar so we're well covered rhythmically here.

The Crazy Band 48 is comprised of 5 individual sections, each with a separate volume control.
Apart from the drum section, the stand-alone keyboard controller changes the tonality and harmony of the 4 auto accompaniment voices :
Bass, Chord 1, Chord 2 and Auto Melody.

The Auto Bass delivers 2 bass lines and a Auto Vari function that switches between the two.
It has 4 different Bass sounds compared to the Elgam Carousels' single sound.

Both chords divisions have two, unique sounds each, while the Auto Melody flexes three. The Auto Melody generates 16 half-tempo arpeggio type melodies that vary depending on the rhythm pattern engaged."

Want Clean audio with your Zoom L6 mixer?

Digitakt, Volca Drum and CB Onward: Silent Alchemist Power video upload by myVolts

"Want to hear the silence?
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At myVolts, we're not just trying to power your gear, we want to give you the best possible audio output too.
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You may not realise it, but isolation of your power sources keeps your output clean and as you intended.
Everything (including the L6 is powered via USB from the Silent Alchemist).
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This is a clean feed recorded onto an SD card on the Zoom L6 Mixer.

Note especially between 27 seconds, when the Zoom recording is turned on (pressing the button that turns Red) and 32 Seconds when 'Play' is pressed on the Digitakt. Nice bit of silence right there, no rattle, no hum.

We're all about simplifying your process, with solutions that just work.
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Setup info 1:
4 X USB Power ports used
1- Digitakt with 12V Step Up.
2-Korg Volca Drum 9V+ Step Up
3-Standard USB-C cable takes 5V and Powers the Zoom L6.
4. Chase Bliss Onward pedal with 9V Negative Step Up.

Audio setup:
Digitakt connected to Zoom L6
Volca Drum output sent through CB onward into Zoom L6.

Note: we would normally give a mixer/recorded it's own independent power source, this is probably the origin of the noise in the mix. However, with the Silent Alchemist, it's not a concern, isolation means no noise, even when sharing a power source.

If you would like to examine these setups,check out PowerMyGear, our free web tool for planning your power setup.
www.myvolts.com/powermygear

The Silent Alchemist is on pre-sale now through our website

www.myvolts.com/thesilentalchemist"

Suonobuono POLYVERA - 7 ways this synth plays dirty // Review & Tutorial

video upload by loopop

"Get access to dozens of analog and digital synth multisamples, as well as my exclusive In-Complete Book of Electronic Music Ideas, Tips and Tricks, on my Patreon: ► / loopop"

TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
2:00 Overview
5:45 Workflow
7:55 Build
8:15 I/O
9:15 Osc dirt styles
10:45 Sub osc
11:45 Osc 2 samples
13:25 Loop points
15:15 Sample styles
15:35 Sample shape
16:25 FM w/samples
19:15 Ring mod
19:45 Sync & noise
20:05 Filter
22:30 Clipping
23:45 Overdrive
25:30 Filter env
26:25 Effects
29:10 Reverbs
30:40 Modulation
33:00 LFOs
34:20 Arp
34:50 Sequencer
36:00 Voicing
37:10 Pros & cons
40:00 Preset sounds!

Korg Minilogue XD - Atmosphere V2

video upload by NatLife Sounds

"Get Atmosphere V2 for Korg Minilogue XD: https://natlifesounds.com/product/atm...

Atmosphere V2 is a sound pack for Korg Minilogue XD, featuring 25 presets and 25 original sequences. Designed for ambient, cinematic and atmospheric music production, this pack gives you evolving pads, lush textures, deep sequences and soundscapes inspired by Blade Runner and sci-fi sound design.

Perfect for producers working in ambient, cinematic, electronic and experimental genres. Every preset is carefully crafted to take full advantage of the Minilogue XD’s engine, delivering unique tones, movement and depth.

🎧 Pack content:
25 Presets
25 Sequences
100% compatible with Korg Minilogue XD / Minilogue XD Module

👉 More Korg Minilogue XD sound packs: https://natlifesounds.com/product-cat..."

SOMA Laboratory Lyra 8 Drones - Drone 2 - 'Silver Thread'

video upload by j bowman ALL PROCEEDS TO MEDICAL AID FOR PALESTINE

"Experience the powerful soundscape of the SOMA Laboratory Lyra 8 in “Drone 2 - Silver Thread,” the latest re-release from my ambient drone synth album, "Lyra 8 Drones: Just a Memory". This immersive track blends deep drone textures, organic modulation, and rich binaural sound design to guide you into a state of mindfulness, meditation, and sonic exploration.

Created entirely on the SOMA Lyra 8, this piece highlights the analog synth’s unique voice architecture and chaotic beauty. If you're a fan of binaural drone music, ambient synth albums, or are exploring music for meditation and mindful listening, this video is for you.

This track is part of a full drone album available now on Bandcamp — perfect for late-night sessions, sound therapy, or ambient playlists. Whether you're a SOMA enthusiast, a modular synth explorer, or someone searching for viral ambient drone music, this performance will resonate.

🎧 Best experienced with headphones for full binaural depth.
💿 Listen to the full album: Lyra 8 Drones: Just a Memory
📌 Tags: SOMA Lyra 8, ambient drone synth, binaural meditation music, drone album, viral drone music, ambient soundscape"

SCJS#68 CROSS CHAOS X

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

"Small Case Jam Sessions #68 - CROSS CHAOS X

Trepanator & Noiswasp cross modulation
Live and sample grains by Multigrain

Recorded live thru Syntakt inputs with delay and reverb"

https://zlobmodular.com/product/trepanator/