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Monday, December 29, 2025

Waldorf M 1.11 Update Adds Varysaw VA Oscillator, CS80 Based Oscillator, Extensive FM & More



You can find the update here

Details form the release doc follows:

Disclaimer: This is an unofficial add-on to the M user manual, describing some of extra features added from firmware 1.05 up to firmware 1.11. This add-on also covers some complex aspects of the Multi Mode, which remains somewhat unusual.

Author: Vladi Salnikov aka VladiS.

Algorithms of FW version 1.11:

Varysaw: A VA oscillator ranging from SAW through PULSE to TRI.

Wave (red encoder): Mixes from 0 to 31 from SAW to PULSE; 32 is pure PULSE, and 33 to 63 mixesfrom PULSE to TRI.

Meta parameter: Pulse width for PULSE, adjustable from 5% to 95%.

CSAW: A famous Yamaha CS-80 saw oscillator with mutation towards a parabolic oscillator.

Wave : Controls the amplitude of the “step” component of the saw wave.

Meta parameter: Mixes between this saw wave and the parabolic saw wave.

Waveshpr: A SAW to TRI oscillator fed into a mild waveshaper.

Wave : 0 is pure SAW, 1-62 mixes between SAW and TRI, and 63 is pure TRI.

Meta parameter: Depth of the waveshaper.

TriplSaw: A stack of three SAW oscillators; two are detuned slightly higher and lower than the third.

Wave : Controls the amplitude of the “central” SAW oscillator relative to the two “side” SAWs.

Meta parameter: Detuning factor, from 0 to maximum detune.

S/T Fold: A SIN wave folding oscillator that folds the chosen crossmixed wave between SIN and TRI waves.

Wave : 0 is pure SIN, 1-62 mixes between SIN and TRI, and 63 is pure TRI.

Meta parameter: Folding depth.

FM 2 OP: Classic simple two-operator FM synthesis. OP1 (modulator) generates a sine wave that modulates the phase of OP2 (carrier). Both operators generate sinewaves; the algorithm's output is the carrier signal.

Wave: Maps values from 0 to 63 to harmonics ratios of 1 to 8 in stepped increments.

Meta parameter: Amount of phase modulation applied to the carrier.

Spectral Oscillators Toolkit Vol. 3 - Evolving Looping Oscillators for Cinematic Sound Design



"Available here now for €19.99 instead of €45 until January 20 2026: https://oceanswift.net/product/spectral-oscillators-toolkit-vol3/

Ocean Swift Synthesis has released Spectral Oscillators Toolkit Vol. 3, continuing its “loop-as-oscillator” approach with a newly curated batch of seamless, production-ready oscillator materials designed for modern sound design workflows. The collection includes sample oscillators, tuned tonal beds, drifting textures, and evolving drones intended to function as a playable synthesis foundation—reliable starting points that invite modulation, layering, and deep processing.

Like the previous volumes, every file is built to drop directly into samplers, sample-based synth engines, granular tools, and modular systems, making the toolkit a practical source of dependable oscillator material for both experimental and production contexts.

What’s New in Vol. 3
Vol. 3 distinguishes itself through both its source material and its sense of motion. The pack was assembled from a broad range of new recordings and sampling sessions drawn from Ocean Swift’s synth preset development, hardware sessions, and sound design workflows. These sources were then refined using updated looping, curation, and motion-focused techniques- aimed at delivering more micro-events, subtle tonal details, and evolving character, while staying clean and controlled.

Skull & Circuits METAL-O-TRON II / extensive playthrough / metallic percussion and beyond


video upload by BRiES

"METAL-O-TRON 2 by ‪@skullandcircuits‬ is a 16HP module built for creating stereotypical XOR logic (ringmod) metallic and noisy percussion (think 808 hihats), but in this deep dive video I try to demonstrate that you can do much more with it. There's a general introduction, a deeper dive and a pretty long section with a few (in my opinion) cool patches explained in much detail."

0:00 intro
1:18 general overview
3:30 deeper dive
17:34 patches patches patches
48:58 closing thoughts

Joranalogue Audio Design / EVERY MODULE in the current line-up / STORIES & TRICKS


video upload by Joranalogue Audio Design

"In conclusion of 2025 our friend Simon (aka @briesmodular ) walks us through every single module in the Joranalogue catalogue right now (except TEST 3). He tells us how he uses the modules and shares a few tricks here and there. Join us for the ride!"

0:00 intro
1:36 STEP 8
5:11 GENERATE 3
10:31 FOLD 6
14:28 FILTER 8
19:36 RECEIVE 2

Do These 5 Things to Improve Your VCV Rack Patches in 2026


video upload by Omri Cohen

Introduction - 00:00
Start with intention - 00:32
Think in systems - 02:18
Go deep on fewer modules - 03:30
Practice vs Music - 04:51
Learn when to stop - 07:34

"Check out my Modular Cookbook:
US: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/catalo...
UK: https://www.signalsounds.com/search.p...
EU: https:/schneidersladen.de/en/search?...

Online courses about Modular Synthesis - https://bit.ly/learnmodular

Additional resources: https://www.patreon.com/omricohen"

MetaModule Tutorials: Generative Klezmer Patch


video upload by 4ms Company

"Patch notes here: https://forum.4ms.info/t/generative-k..."

Nonlinear Labs C15 Digital Keyboard Synthesizer + Flight Case

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Akai AX60 Polyphonic Analog Keyboard Synthesizer

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Oberheim Xpander Desktop 6-Voice Synthesizer G50218

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"Near perfect condition. Passes all tuning. Latest firmware. Comes with heavy duty flight case."

Oberheim OB-X 6-Voice (1979) – Fully Restored SN T92612

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"1979 Oberheim OB-X 6-voice analog polyphonic synthesizer in excellent cosmetic and functional condition. This unit has been fully professionally restored and is stable, reliable, and ready for daily studio use.

This is not a project or a fixer — it has been properly serviced and maintained.

Restoration

Recently (late 2024) fully restored by a Retro Pro Audio in Belmon CA. Complete restoration documentation included.

Work includes:

Power supply unit (PSU): Replaced voltage regulators (including failed LM337), bridge rectifiers, PSU filter caps. Replaced battery and added removeable battery holder. Calibrated
Full calibration of all 6 voice cards
Replacement of aging components where required
Keybed complete service and test
Control boards were removed and cleaned along with the front panel. All button contacts were cleaned and pots lubricated.
Installed a dedicated 5.6V power supply for the CV S&H circuit
Full functional testing and burn-in
All voices tune correctly and respond evenly across the keyboard.
Factory patches restored
Much more was done. Full details with photos available upon request. Comes with (unrestored) Oberheim factory volume pedal.

Condition

Very clean front panel with clear lettering
Excellent wood end cheeks
Clean rear panel and jacks
Only light wear. This instrument does not look 45 years old.
Overall, a very well-preserved OB-X.

Specs

6-voice configuration
No MIDI (original configuration)
Pratt-Read keybed
Approx. weight: 65–70 lb"

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