Nervy jam w/ Torso T-1, Moog Matriarch, Micromonsta 2, Drumbrute Impact

video upload by Jay Hosking

"Please support my work on Patreon: / jayhosking
A live synthesizer jam performed entirely on hardware.

After my recent work with the S-4, Torso reached out to see if I'd like to borrow the T-1 for a couple of months, with no expectations on me making a video or doing anything publicly with it. I found the T-1 to be an exceptional sequencer for noodling around, for both better and worse. Better: you quickly start writing song ideas you wouldn't otherwise come up with, and arranging multiple parts across different instruments is extremely fast. Worse: it was challenging for me to shape the output into a finished song; to get to the finish line, I had to work against (or ignore) some of the T-1's best features.

Together, it makes me think the T-1 would shine most as an idea generator with another sequencer (e.g. the DAW), where you could take output from the T-1 and then further refine it. Really enjoyed my time with it, though.

This also marks the return of the Moog Matriarch. I had sold off the Matriarch because it was too large for my smaller studio, or maybe too large to justify keeping around as a mono device for the table. Then I got a larger studio and immediately missed it. Happy to have it back, even if it still feels too big for what it does.

As for the rest, well, they do what they do well. The Micromonsta 2 is a great synth for filling in the gaps, and is bitimbral; the Arturia Drumbrute Impact is a superb drum machine for live performance; and the Chroma Console is a perfect little sweetener, here taking a mono instrument into the stereo space.

Performed and recorded live to a multitrack output, with EQ, compression, and limiting on the master.

Thanks for listening.

https://jayhosking.bandcamp.com"

GAME BOY & Music Easel Ambient Electronica session : Whitecaps 2025-10-14 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A piece created with Nintendo Game Boy, ‪@buchlausa‬ Music Easel, and ‪@KORG_INC‬ microKORG S — an ambient electronica track where looping sequences intertwine with random phrases and hand-played harmonies.

The Game Boy runs LSDj, repeating a simple sequence while adding delay using the TIMELINE.

The Music Easel plays arpeggiated phrases, processed through the MOOD MKII with pitch-shift and SLIP effects.

The microKORG S performs synth pads using a long-release tone.

Additionally, in Ableton, field recordings are loaded into the Wavetable synth to create layered pad textures that blend into the performance."

Behringer Introduces CZ-1 Mini | The Rebirth of Phase Distortion in a Compact Powerhouse

video upload by Behringer

"Experience the Behringer CZ-1 Mini — a stunning rebirth of the legendary phase distortion synth, now re-engineered into a sleek and portable form.
Same iconic sound. Smaller size. Bigger inspiration.

🎹 Highlights:
• Authentic phase distortion engine inspired by the classic Casio CZ series
• True 8-voice polyphony for lush, vintage tones
• Real-time hands-on control with intuitive interface
• USB-powered and ready for studio or stage

The CZ-1 Mini brings the warmth and punch of the ‘80s into today’s creative workflows — at a price that changes everything.

⚡ Watch now and rediscover the sound that shaped a generation."

Update:

Behringer CZ-1 Mini | Compact Phase Distortion Powerhouse

video upload by Behringer

Roland System 700 (Live performance feat. Wizard) ‪@SynthTemple‬

video upload by Brett Little

"All sounds created and performed in a single patch on the magnificent Roland System 700 at Synth Temple in Melbourne. A throwback performance to the mid 70s when this rare and absolutely monolithic synth was invented. Performance and patch by Wizard, featuring artists Mu-Gen and Cosmic Sound Explorer."

Soundtoys EchoBoy & SuperPlate Sale Ends Today

Just a heads up, Soundtoys EchoBoy & SuperPlate are currently on sale, and the sale ends tonight.

You can find EchoBoy here and SuperPlate here.

ELTA Music POLYVOX 8 Incoming

via ELTA Music

"The prototype is already in development. An 8-voice polyphonic synthesizer with presets, MPE, and many other features. More details to come. Stay tuned. #polivoks #polyvox #synth #synths #synthesizers #synthesizer #eltamusic #analogsynth"

Oberheim TEO-5 vs Sequential OB6 (Tone and filter focus, no talking no fx)

video upload by Infested Alien

"Just a super simple comparison trying to match them a bit to each other. The matching is oriented more towards OB6 since it has least modulation possibilities compared to the TEO5. When it comes to the tone character I've to say OB6 is more in my taste but we are limited with modulation on the OB6 so if you love modulation then TEO-5 is the king :)"

SEQUENTIAL CIRCUITS SCI MODEL 64 SEQUENCER Interface Cartridge für COMMODORE 64

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this eBay listing

This one was spotted and sent in via
M Me.

From the listing (Google translated):

"The case shows virtually no signs of wear.
As far as I can tell, nothing appears to be damaged.
This is an absolute rarity!

Please note - Unfortunately, I cannot technically test the device, as I don't own a Commodore 64.

For this reason, I must sell the SEQUENTIAL CIRCUITS Model 64 as 'untested' or 'unreviewed'! This sale is non-returnable!

There is some information about this device online - for example - https://www.muzines.co.uk/articles/sci-model-64-sequencer/7891"

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Similis - Chords

video upload by DecadeBridge

"Similis is a lofi synthesiser that has 6 different presets.

This is an example of the 'chord' preset.
The first control sets the root note of the chord. The second selects 1 of the 10 chords available (5 major variations and 5 minor). The third control sets the volume of the notes that make up the chord except the root. Each of these controls has a CV input.
Here the root note is controlled by the keystep pitch. The VCA is being gated by the keysteps gate out. The volume of the chord notes are controlled using the mod wheel."

https://decadebridge.etsy.com/



"Similis is a lofi chip tune synthesiser that uses basic waveforms to generate it's sound.

Features:-
6 different settings (TYPE) from stacked oscillators to chords to self sequencing.
The setting selection can also be stepped using a trigger/gate signal for some odd patch skipping.

Each control can also has a CV input for connecting external gear.

Settings 1-3 deal with stacked oscillators.
3 oscillators with independent pitch. Sine, Saw and Triangle waves.
3 stacked oscillators. The first sets the root note and the other two are detuned plus and minus from the root.
The two detuned oscillators can be faded in.
Chords. The first oscillator sets the root note. The second control sets the chord (5 major chord variations and 5 minor) The amount of voices in the chord can be altered using switch C. The chord notes can be faded in to give a swell effect.
Settings 4-6. Simple sequencing.
The last three patches are random sequencers. The first is free running. Select between, chromatic, major and minor scales. The range and rate of the sequence can be altered and a second oscillator can also be brought into the sound.
The last two patches substitute the rate control as a mix for other voices. A short trigger signal is needed to tell Similis to choose a new random note/s within it’s selected scale.

The output is run through a 3 position passive LPF which turns into a Low pass gate when the VCA switch is down and a CV signal is connected to the VCA input."

ARP Quadra vintage synth with Midi again

video upload by Mikus Pilatus

"Variation on the theme - kinda like this too"