Saturday, August 23, 2025
Learning synthesis changed my life | Workshop registration is open!
video upload by Sarah Belle Reid
"I know that sounds over the top - but it’s true.
It taught me to listen more deeply.
To embrace imperfection.
To find creative flow again, and more importantly… to find JOY in my music-making again.
Rediscovering the joy of experimenting, exploring, and making weird sounds just for fun. 🙂
I’m teaching a free online class next week – it’s equal parts about getting started with modular synths, AND about simply giving yourself permission to experiment and play.
Permission to try something new.
Permission to follow your curiosity and see where it leads.
If you’ve been curious about the world of synths but not sure where to begin, this class was made for YOU.
It’s free, it’s beginner-friendly, and you don’t need any special gear.
Go to the link in my bio if you’d like the link to register."
linkin.bio/sarahbellereid
video upload by Sarah Belle Reid
"When I was first learning modular synths, people would tell me that the best way to learn was to “just plug cables in, turn knobs, see what happens—you’ll figure it out!”
Even today I sometimes get messages when I share my online modular synthesis course, saying “Who needs a course to learn this? Just plug cables in!”
On the one hand, I completely agree that exploration, experimentation, & play are super valuable parts of learning any new instrument, & you CAN get really far with modular just by listening, turning knobs, & seeing what emerges.
But—I also remember how I personally felt when I was told that as a beginner. I’m sure their intentions were for me to feel inspired, lighter, & less concerned with “getting it right.”
But instead? I felt paralyzed.
“What do you mean, just plug things in!? Where do I even begin?
What if I break something?”
I’m sure this works for some; but for me the lack of guidance made me lock up & get super nervous. Instead of experimenting, I felt overwhelmed & stupid for not “getting it” right away.
I’m sharing this because I’ve realized over the years that this isn’t unique to me. Some folks work well with exploring & others thrive in a more structured environment.
I create all my synthesis classes for folks in both worlds, who want to get deeper into their music-making AND want support to help them get there.
The amazing thing is that for SO many of the ppl who initially feel overwhelmed, as soon as they’re given step-by-step structure & support they immediately feel more empowered to experiment—& from there? They take off 🔥🚀
PS: If you haven't heard yet, I'm running a free live workshop (online) next week, all about getting started with modular synths—with clarity and confidence, instead of overwhelm and doubt.
I'll share the first steps to getting started, a simple process for building synth patches, how to develop your sound design skills, and we'll have an open Q+A to address any of your questions live!
Go to the link in bio for the link to register! 🥳"
linkin.bio/sarahbellereid
MARS Tube Synthesizer - Melodic Techno Patterns
video upload by Eternal Engine EMI
More info on https://apparatus.su/mars.html
0:00 - Pattern 1
1:02 - Pattern 2
2:07 - Pattern 3
3:10 - Pattern 4
4:12 - Pattern 5
Elektron Machinedrum 160 BPM Beat
video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto
"Machinedrum Sample Pack
https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store...
The Elektron Machinedrum, first introduced in the early 2000s, was not simply a drum machine. It was a digital architecture built to generate percussion with surgical precision and metallic sharpness. Its synthesis models produced results that went beyond drum programming, moving into the territory of sound design. Even today, no software plugin has managed to fully replicate its distinctive texture.
This collection captures that uniqueness. Every sample was recorded directly from the Machinedrum itself. No external processing, no layering. What you hear is the circuitry of early Elektron design, distilled into one-shots that highlight the instrument’s raw identity.
The Daleks: EMS VCS3 and Moog Model 10.
video upload by Rhythmicons
"Just a Dalek heartbeat with some other layers from a Dr. Who fanfilm that I've had the pleasure of contributing some sounds for."
Playing Buchla Music Easel & MOOD MKII : Portrait of Authoritarianism 2025-08-23 by atnr
video upload by atnr
"A piece created with Music Easel and MOOD MK II. Synthesizer music composed of modal micro loops and live synth performance.
On the Music Easel, the keyboard is played with occasional use of the arpeggiator, while adjusting portamento and timbral modulation. Reverb is applied with MOOD MK II, which also plays micro loops."
Lighthouse keeper-inspired electronica💡
video upload by Kaseki Hammer
"#dawless #emu #synth #synthesizer #beatmaking #electronicmusic #xl7 #groovebox #dawlessjam #electronica #lofi #chillmusic"
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