Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Why you do or don’t need 3 oscillators
video upload by Monotrail Tech Talk
"A three-oscillator setup seems to be the high-end standard in the land of synths. That benchmark has a lot to do with some of the first synths available to a wide public, like the Minimoog model D, EMS VCS 3, and ARP 2600. All 3 oscillator synths. But modern classics like the Pro 3, or even poly synths like the Hydrasynth, or Peak also have a 3-oscillator setup. So… should you have a triple oscillator bank in you modular?"
Timetable:
00:00 – Intro
01:11 – The misleading standard
03:00 – 3 Oscillator tuning
06:08 – Audio rate modulation
10:48 – Sub oscillator
13:02 – Unique VCLFO
Patreon: / monotrail
Drone | The Schlappy Minute
video upload by SCHLAPPI ENGINEERING
"This is the Schlappy Minute.
Today I quickly show you how to use the Three Body and 100 Grit together to create some big sounding drone."
L-1 Sallen Key Filters. Mutant Cure VCF vs. DS VCF.
video upload by Aleksei Laman
"L-1 Synthesizer makes two Sallen-Key filters.
Mutant Cure VCF is optical, based on vactrols.
DS VCF is solid-state, based on original L-1 discrete gain cells.
In this video I split input waves and modulations between these filters.
I play them by one and both together.
Mutant Cure VCF has correct Sallen-Key LP mode. HP mode is mutant-ish, it has not so nice timbre as it must be and no selfocillation.
So I play this filter only in LP mode.
DS VCF has correct Sallen-Key LP, BP, HP modes. It switches between LP, BP, HP topologies using sophisticated switching system with 12 electronic switches.
Also it has voltage control on resonance and Drive knob which adds gain to the input.
Mutant Cure VCF sounds more blurry. It's not a flaw, it's a feature of vactrols, for that we love them.
DS VCF sounds cleaner and faster, especially on trebles. Also it has more convex resonance.
L-1 Synthesizer website: http://L-1.su/
00:00 Intro
00:25 Sample 1
04:55 Sample 2
09:34 Sample 3
14:45 Sample 4
19:14 Sample 5"
Theremon+ Feature Overview [Final Hardware]
video upload by MoShang
"Here's an updated look at the features of the Theremon+ - this time with the final enclosure."
See the MoShang label below for more.
Osmose MPE Presets for Diva, Hive2, ACE and Bazille
video upload by u-he
"Something special for owners of the wonderful Expressive-E Osmose synthesizer: A free collection of ACE, Bazille, Diva and Hive 2 presets that respond to Osmose playing techniques.
Download the free presets here: https://dl.u-he.com/extras/common/osm...
Instructions on how to set up communications between your Osmose and the plugins are included in the zip file.
Music by Seb (Hyboid)
00:00 - Intro
00:10 - Diva MPE Presets for Osmose
04:43 - Hive MPE Presets for Osmose
11:13 - ACE MPE Presets for Osmose
14:56 - Bazille MPE Presets for Osmose"
WMD Skorpion Sound Demos
video uploads by WMDevices
"Skorpion is an 8-stage vector based wavefolder module that boasts a huge range of sounds via it's deep, yet intuitive set of controls. In this video, we cut about an hour of jamming and experimentation together into about 8 minutes of sound examples. No talking in this one, just pure sonic exploration and a demonstration of what this module can do with a simple input.
In the intro, we're running a sine wave through Skorpion and add some CV from an envelope into slope to create some rhythm. We add some drums to hear this in context with a drum beat. We then transition into a sine wave as the input signal, then some Saw (with windows) and Swarm Waveforms, experiment with a filter before the Skorpion, and end up back with some drums in different configurations.
WMD designs electronic hardware for musicians longing for a balance of precision and exploration. Our quality control is the absolute finest, with service to match."
Check with dealers on the right on availability.
Arturia Astrolab 88 Review - Arturia's Flagship Stage Keyboard
video upload by Bonedo Synthesizers
"In this video, we dive into the Arturia AstroLab 88—a flagship stage keyboard that blends a premium hammer-action keybed with the vast sonic universe of Arturia’s software instruments. Equipped with a Fatar TP-40L weighted keybed with aftertouch, it offers a tactile piano-like feel perfect for expressive playing.
Loaded with over 1,600 onboard presets drawn from 40 iconic instrument engines—and expandable to 10,000 via V Collection and Pigments—the AstroLab 88 turns studio-grade sounds into a stage-ready rig.
Onboard you'll find performance essentials: arpeggiator, looper, chord/scale modes, splittable parts, four macro and four effects knobs, plus a colorful circular display and navigation wheel that streamline live sound control.
It also benefits from a beefed-up CPU—delivering smoother polyphony and faster load times for sample-heavy patches. The unit integrates seamlessly with Analog Lab Pro and AstroLab Connect for effortless playlist and sound management.
Gigging keyboardists note its tour-level build and intuitive layout make it ideal for set-and-go live workflows—anyone relying on the Arturia ecosystem will feel right at home."
RSF Kobol with Roland TR-909 and CR-8000
video upload by analogia pl
"I just don’t remember how they all were triggered. I believe it was trigger to Kobol and DIN SYNC or MIDI to the Rolands (8000 has Tubbutec MIDI)."
Exploring the Moog Messenger – Massive Analog Tone, Creative Sequencing & Hands-On Sound Design
video upload by Noisegate
"We went deep on the Moog Messenger, the latest affordable monophonic analog synth from Moog Music. Lachy takes it for a spin—exploring the huge sounds, flexible CV/midi options, lush filters, and the sequencer/arpeggiator that takes inspiration from the Moog Muse. Whether you're making basslines, modular jams or experimental sequences, this thing delivers.
🌀 Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:28 - First Impressions
01:02 - Build & Keybed
01:48 - Connectivity & CV
03:01 - Layout Walkthrough
04:41 - Oscillators & Sub
05:43 - Filter & Feedback
06:55 - Filter Modes
08:00 - Envelope Section
09:02 - Arpeggiator Setup
10:38 - Hands-on Arp Jam
12:35 - Arp Settings Deep Dive
16:06 - Swing, Expression & MIDI
17:06 - Sequencer Overview
18:10 - Step Recording & Parameter Lanes
21:10 - Note Pool & Probability
25:37 - Final Thoughts"
Harvey Sutherland x Moog Messenger – Analog Sound, Motion Sequencing & Modular Control in Action
video upload by Noisegate
00:17: Harvey Sutherland at the Aviary Studio
01:31: Harvey Sutherland at the SynthTemple
"In this artist spotlight, @HarveySutherland puts the new Moog Messenger to work, first in his studio, then inside the iconic SynthTemple.
From classic filter sweeps to real-time modulation, motion sequencing, and CV/gate control over iconic modular gear, the Messenger proves itself as an intuitive, expressive synth built for modern musicians.
🎛️ Features explored:
• New take on Moog's classic ladder filter & analog tone
• Creative sequencer with parameter locks
• CV/gate out to modular system
• Compact, portable design with full-size keys and after-touch
Shot across two sessions, this video captures the musicality, immediacy, and performance potential of the Messenger."
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