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Thursday, September 25, 2025

Rare Vintage LinnDrum Drum Machine Fully FORAT Restored SN 1375

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via this Reverb listing

"Gorgeous LinnDrum, fully refurbished by the legendary Bruce Forat. This unit has been given a complete overhaul, including a rebuilt power supply, quick-swap EPROM sockets for easy sound changes, and the updated 3.1 operating system. All sliders, buttons, and potentiometers have been cleaned or replaced, ensuring smooth, reliable operation. Functionally, it performs exactly as it did when it left the factory, with rock-solid stability and that unmistakable Linn sound. A rare opportunity to own a classic that’s been professionally restored to near-new condition. A truly inspirational piece to work with."

1975 Yamaha SY2

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via this Reverb listing

"Yamaha SY 2 in excellent condition.

The instrument has a wonderful sound.

It comes with the original legs and lid included.

It may need a slight calibration after shipping.

It will be on sale at a reduced price for a short time due to the immediate need for a quick sale."

Roland JP-8080 SN ZN16123 w/ Original Box

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via this eBay listing

"Includes

1x Roland JP-8080 Rack Module
2x Roland JP-8080 Rack Ears
1x Roland JP-8080 Box
1x Power Cable
2x Wood Side Panel Stands (Synths & Wood UK)"

Just a Minute (JAM) - Live Ambient #19 (Relaxing Modular Sounds + Elektron Syntakt + OXI One + S-4)


video upload by ST Modular (Stefan)

"🟢 I found something cool on my mobile (...well, actually I only had this video in vertical format, so I needed some kind of workaround, which is that mobile frame 😉🎶).

✨ This is a live ambient modular synth performance! This set explores slowly evolving pads, hypnotic drones, and delicate rhythmic textures, performed live with Eurorack modulars, Elektron Syntakt, Torso S-4 and creative FX.

🎧Also perfect for deep listening, study, or meditation. Immerse yourself in evolving soundscapes and analog warmth.

💡 Gear used & roles in the setup:

♫ Elektron Syntakt → kick, percussion, live melody playing
♫ ST Modular Honeyeater + Disting MK4 (wavetable algo) → Pad 1 → through Mimeophone + FX Aid
♫ Behringer Victor OSC → Pad 2 → through Pico DSP + Intellijel Sealegs
♫ Bastl GrandPa → alternating samples → through EQ8, Pico DSP + Intellijel Sealegs
♫ OXI One → main live sequencing
♫ Torso S-4 → one-shots, drones, percussive tweaks

🌐 More about me and my (DIY) Eurorack designs: https://www.st-modular.de/"

Ambientverk


video upload by r beny

"Hello Tonverk. Do you dust? Do you haze? Do you distortion?

The samples in this track are simple tones from a Korg Z1. All sequencing, modulation, effects, and processing is done on the Tonverk. Recorded directly to Zoom F3."

Great combo: Ult-Sound DS-4M Pro-Muzer and DS-4M CUSTOM with a Roland RE-201


video upload by Korablove Roman

"You don't other synths anymore if you already have a few DS-4M. In this video, discover how easily you can craft expressive, controlled melodies using four fully independent voices—each one individually editable for limitless creative possibilities. Demo by Yebisu303"

Beatbuddy 2 vs the OG // Why its best feature is the community // Review & Tutorial


video upload by loopop

TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
1:20 BB2 vs BB
1:50 Master ctrl
5:00 I/O
6:10 Differences
6:50 Superswitch
7:25 Expression
8:00 Dynamics
9:20 MIDI
9:35 USB?
10:25 Panel
11:25 Screen
11:55 Autopilot
12:50 HD Kits
15:15 Melodies
15:45 BBMO2
16:05 Songs
16:35 Emulator
17:20 Melodies
17:50 Whole tracks
18:20 Song match
18:50 Community
19:10 Plugin
19:15 Pros & cons

UVI Introduces Augmented Choirs


video uploads by UVI

Playlist:

1. UVI Augmented Choirs | Trailer
Introducing Augmented Choirs
Pristine Voices Reimagined

https://www.uvi.net/augmented-choirs

A breathtaking fusion of authentic choirs and modern sound design, delivering a vast hybrid vocal palette crafted to elevate your music. With over 500 unique sources, a powerful 4-layer hybrid engine, and 800+ handcrafted presets, Augmented Choirs gives composers and musicians a flexible and inspiring tool to create vocal emotion in any production.

#weareUVI #musicproduction #sounddesign

Video credits: Anthony Hak
Music credits: Harel Tsemah
2. UVI Augmented Choirs | Showcase
Video credits: Théo G.
_________
00:00 - Choral
00:25 - Heavy Synth
00:41 - Cinematic Scoring
00:55 - Hybrid Trap
01:11 - Natural Ensemble
01:22 - Electronic Pop
01:51 - Vocal & Cello
02:05 - Vox Beat
02:32 - Grand Opening
3. UVI Augmented Choirs | Overview

Introducing LCO Producer Strings by Native Instruments


videos upload by Native Instruments

"Step inside the studio with the London Contemporary Orchestra – boundary-breaking musicians known for bold orchestrations and collaborations with Frank Ocean, Taylor Swift, Radiohead, and beyond. Shape colourful string textures with expressive four-layer control and creative articulations, all recorded at London’s iconic RAK Studios."

Press release follows:


Add magic to your music with the London Contemporary Orchestra

Get in the conductor's chair and guide the avant-garde orchestra with NI’s latest Kontakt instrument

Berlin, September 25, 2025 – Native Instruments is proud to present LCO Producer Strings. The new Kontakt instrument puts the sound of one of the world’s most adventurous ensembles into the hands of producers everywhere, from bedroom creators to film composers. An ensemble celebrated for its fearless and innovative approach, the LCO has scored award-winning films like Deadpool & Wolverine, and collaborated with visionary artists including Radiohead, Frank Ocean, Taylor Swift, and The Weeknd.

LCO Producer Strings delivers emotional depth through modern, gritty, and glitchy string textures, with all sounds captured at London’s iconic RAK Studios in partnership with acclaimed engineer Fiona Cruickshank.

The instrument is built around a flexible four-layer engine that lets users stack violins, violas, cellos, and synths sections into kaleidoscopic textures. Explore the beauty of raw organic sounds or blend them with evolving synth beds and granular textures for unique hybrid timbres. Unique articulations like cluster blooms, harmonic flickers and percussive pizzicatos add an avant-garde flair.

“LCO Producer Strings makes the unique and striking sound of the London Contemporary Orchestra available to everyone. The world-class musicians, studio, engineer, sampling techniques, and intuitive instrument engine combine to give producers and songwriters the freedom to craft strings that are as bold and unconventional as their ideas”, Tim Adnitt, VP, Product Management, Native Instruments.

“For us, it’s about reimagining what an orchestra can be. This collaboration lets us capture the raw, experimental spirit of the LCO and place it directly in the hands of artists and producers - opening new possibilities for how expressive strings can be shaped and integrated into modern music production.” Hugh Tieppo-Brunt, co-Artistic Director & co-Principal Conductor, London Contemporary Orchestra.

Is the Messenger a New Era for Moog?


video upload by Jorb

0:00 Intro
1:53 Oscillators
7:58 Mixer
9:15 Filter
14:17 Filter Modes
17:14 Envelopes
19:38 LFOs
22:14 Mod Assignments
28:03 Arpeggiator
30:45 I'm about to get lost, watch out
33:09 Sequencer
35:07 Note Prob / Pool
38:00 Gate Prob
41:50 Parameter Recording
43:58 Slow Jam and Conclusions

"My notes unedited:
----Probably cant change----
Lfo mode / pitch decouple on osc 2 would be goated
Mod wheel as a mod source(expression source with nothing in the jack?)
Pitch wheel as a mod source
Lfo 2 as an signable mod source
Gate prob should work on the arp page as well
Maybe note prob as well, but thats mostly covered by arp modes
Ratchets would've been a huge buff to the sequencer

----Probably could change----
F env mod to osc wave is almost a useless range
Velocity curves could use a tweak, maybe that's preference
Any modulation to pitch, (i feel) needs a more generous taper for low amounts
Noise can get way too loud.. Am I crazy?
Pressing 1-16 in note prob should do something clear that note? Deactivate it?"
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