Roland TR-1000 "Melodic Mode"

video upload by Maffez Synthmods

"So the idea is to fake a chromatic mode by making a sound and copying it across all instruments, then tuning these chromatically. Kinda roundabout workflow and not quite as easy as yours truly in front of an ice cream vendor, but this way the TR1000 can do polyphonic VA, FM, PCM, and even Cowbell Synth :) trwo in some morphing slider action and you get realtime sound control too!"

Getting Started with the S4: Modulation System

video upload by torso electronics

"In this series of videos we focus on getting started with the S4, while creating music in the now.
In this “Getting started” video we take a look at the modulation system, and demonstrate how the modulators can be used.

0:00 - Introduction
00:26 - Mapping a parameter
01:59 - Clearing modulations
02:18 - Modulation Source View
03:55 - Modulation Recap
04:38 - Example #1 chopping breaks
05:53 - Example #2 Modulation and Perform Macros
08:23 - Example #3 Modulation using external audio"

Free Krakli RMPX Synthesiser Sound Demo

video upload by steve webb

"Only 32bit available https://plugins4free.com/plugin/2946/"

Free RMPX Synth Headphone Ambience , Demo Tune

video upload by steve webb

"RMPx is a hybrid physical modelling and ensemble synthesizer.

The Phys-mod section especially enjoys being played with a touch sensitive keyboard and can conjure up very accoustic sounding patches which respond to your playing style beautifully."

J3PO // RESIST MFTPOM

video upload by Julian "J3PO" Pollack

"'Resist' (Music for the people of Minneapolis) -- DAW-less cinematic composition/improvisation performed in one take by Julian "J3PO" Pollack.

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Please visit my website for the latest tour dates, music releases, and preset libraries: www.j3po.net

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Gear used: Arturia Keystep Pro (sequencing), Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8m (utilizing bitimbral mode), Oberheim OB-X8, Sequential Pro-3, Roland SP-404, Hologram Chroma Console, El Capistan, Red Panda Particle, Meris Mercury 7, Red Panda Tensor, Meris Ottobit.

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Julian 'J3PO' Pollack is a Los Angeles-based keyboardist, producer, and sound designer, renowned for his blend of jazz and electronic music styles. He has toured and/or recorded with legends including Herbie Hancock, Marcus Miller, Terence Blanchard, Chris Botti, Nate Smith, Santana, Talib Kweli, and many others. He has released several acclaimed solo albums, most recently SOUL & CIRCUITRY (Ropeadope, 2025). A former guest on NPR’s Piano Jazz at just 18, Julian is also a sought-after sound designer for top synth companies around the world like Nord, Sequential, Oberheim, and Spectrasonics.

Listen to Julian's new album: https://lnk.to/soulandcircuitry"

Novation Peak Synthesizer some sounds from James Dyson's soundset and sound design fun

video upload by James Dyson

"Novation Peak Synthesizer some sounds from my soundset and sound design fun 128 Full Bank of Custom Presets each with careful use of the Animate Buttons the sound design has been done in a meaningful way to mazimise the Animate options. These range from careful addtional FX to Moprhing into a another sound.. example a Keys preset pressing one of the Animate buttons will give you a pad etc etc..

Deep Programming and great care and attention to detail throughout the Soundset, Presets are very Diverse hence the soundset name 'Diversity' and cover many musical styles from Cyberpunk/Synthwave to Space/Ambient to Classical and Retro emulations of the great synths of past years.

The Soundset uses Novation Peaks latest Firmware and features assiocated with the update FX,Stereo Panning etc etc. I should add I have not encountered any problems with the latest Firmware in Hours upon hours of creating this Bank."

EMW - Patch Synthesizer – Create & Modify Sounds Instantly (Juno, DW-8000, JX-8P & More)

video upload by EMW Synthesizers

Previous incarnations of the EMW Patch Synthesizer were featured here back in 2014 and 2011.

"Discover the Patch Synthesizer, a powerful tool designed to generate and transform sounds on classic MIDI synthesizers. In this video, I demonstrate how it works, including both Create and Modify modes, and how you can quickly explore new sounds without complex programming.
More info: info@electronicmusicworks.com
www.electronicmusicworks.com"

‪Steve Porcaro's‬ Iconic BLIP & SPIT Synth Technique on the ARP 2600

video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

"‪@StevePorcaroMusic‬ shows me his iconic BLIP & SPIT synth technique"

https://anthonymarinellimusic.com/products/think-like-a-synth

Pluto's Moons (Album) by The Pedalboard Orchestra

Also see The Pedalboard Orchestra's demos of Modern Sounds Pluto Semimodular Synthesizer

"This album presents ten extended ambient soundscapes (approx. 150 minutes total), composed and recorded using the Modern Sounds Pluto semimodular synthesizer as the sole sound source. Pluto’s architecture—featuring five primary modulation engines named after Pluto’s moons (Charon, Styx, Nix, Kerberos and Hydra)—served as both a structural and conceptual framework during production.
Each track explores different interactions between these modulators, ranging from FM-based timbral shifts to complex CV-driven rhythmic deviations and slow-evolving modulation cycles.

Across the sessions, the wider effects chain underwent several iterations, incorporating various pedals for filtering, spatial processing, and granular-style textural shaping. However, two components remained consistent throughout:

Modern Sounds Pluto (core synthesis + modulation)

Eventide Space (primary reverb stage, used for long-tail ambient diffusion, shimmer variants, and modulated plate algorithms)

All material was captured as real-time, single-track, one-take recordings, with no overdubs or post-layering. Performance control relied heavily on Pluto’s internal modulation matrix, manual parameter riding, and dynamic interaction between the... more
credits
released March 7, 2025

Many thanks to the brilliant creators of synthesizers and effects pedals -
especially the teams at Modern Sounds, Chase Bliss, Old Blood Noise Endeavors, and Eventide Audio.
Without their innovations, this album would not have been possible.

All sounds and noises by: The Pedalboard Orchestra
Recording and mastering by: The Pedalboard Orchestra
Photo and album cover design by: The Pedalboard Orchestra"

248t Arbitrariness & Tutorial Videos by Todd Barton & Stazma

video upload by Todd Barton

"A deep look at the multifunctionality of each stage. This answers the question, 'What is meant by Arbitrary Function Generator.'
Also , checkout Stazama’s video on the 248t [below]
My Patreon: / synthtodd"

Here comes the MARF - Tiptop Audio 248t Demo Video

video upload by Stazma and Tiptop Audio

"Here we are, the "MARF" aka Multiple Arbitrary Function Generator Model 248 in now in a reality in eurorack: all hail the 248t!

In this video I'm going to show you a bit of everything it can do (it can do a lot) but believe it or not I'm not going to go too deep. I'll try to go a bit deeper in some of the many rabbit hole of this things in future videos."

Birds by Aylesim -- Generative Melody Sequencer for Ableton Live (MaxforLive Demo)

video upload by Isotonik Studios

"Birds by Aylesim is a MaxforLive instrument that generates and evolves 16-step melodic sequences in real time -- no note programming required.

Get Birds here: https://isotonikstudios.com/product/b...

In this demo we walk through everything Birds offers: four generative styles (Stormo, Ostinato, Cantabile, and Puntillista), eight pitch mutation algorithms, and independent gate evolution controls that keep both the melody and the rhythm moving as the sequence plays.

The core idea is straightforward. Generate a sequence, set your Difference Limit, and Birds will drift away from that original reference and back toward it -- creating variation that stays musical. The bird-on-wire interface shows you exactly which notes are original, which have evolved, and which are inactive, so you always know where the sequence stands.

Whether you're building evolving loop beds, generating melodic material for a live set, or just breaking out of patterns you've played a hundred times, Birds gives you a sequence that works with you rather than sitting still.

Birds reads Ableton Live's scale and root key directly. Use it diatonic for in-key lines or switch scale mode off for chromatic and atonal results. Drive it from Ableton's transport or use MIDI Trigger mode to sync it to external hardware."



BIRDS BY ALESSANDRO AYLESIM MIRACAPILLO

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Static sequences repeat. Birds evolves. This MaxforLive instrument generates 16-step melodic sequences and mutates them in real time -- drifting away from the original idea and back again, creating melodies that breathe, shift, and surprise without losing their thread.

Inside you'll find:

Four generative styles -- Stormo, Ostinato, Cantabile, and Puntillista -- each producing distinct melodic character

Eight pitch evolution algorithms including Chromatic, Gravity, Smooth, Drift, Interval, and Rotate

Difference Limit control to set how far the sequence drifts from the original reference

Independent gate evolution with Shuffle, Density, and Chaos controls for rhythmic mutation

Generation tab with full control over density, note range, velocity range, and motif length

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