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Frap Tools CUNSA Saturnian Rainforest Patch

video upload by Nightlife Electronics

"Crafting some Saturnian rainforest vibes on the Frap Tools CUNSA. Using it as the only sound source in the patch, pinging each of the four filter cores with a rotating series of clocks from the Make Noise Tempi. a sprinkling of FM here and there and finally running into the Intellijel Rainmaker for a touch of comb delay. Dense sounds from a relatively simple patch!

The Frap Tools CUNSA is available at Nightlife Electronics: https://nightlife-electronics.com/pro...

Nightlife Electronics is a shop based in Vancouver, British Columbia that specializes in the sale and service of the world's finest drum machines, synthesizers, eurorack modules and samplers. Visit our online shop to see what we have in store or if you are in the Vancouver area please stop by and try some amazing synths in person!"

Avalon Service Note 12: Adding Filter PWM input (updated)

video upload by Abstrakt Instruments

https://abstraktinstruments.com/

"Avalon Service Note 12: Adding Filter PWM input

Please note: This video was updated on July 16 after finding Resistor R328 was the incorrect value.

If you have an Avalon from the 6th run your unit may be missing a surface mount resistor relating to the filter PWM input. The result is that the filter CV offset feature and MIDI filter control are not working. This issue affects about 25% of 6th run units, approximately 80 units total.

Serial Numbers Affected: AVxxxx201704 between 0930 and 1044 (i.e.from AV090201704 to AV1044201704)

Please also see the service note here:

https://abstraktinstruments.com/conte... [PDF]

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Everything In EZBOT's Studio Belongs Inside The Digitakt II

video upload by EZBOT

"In today's episode we use samples of the Prophet-5, Push 3, and my voice to make a total banger (I hope) from scratch. Auo-Shift on the Push 3 is amazing, I love it, and the Digitakt 2 does too! The Prophet-5 is one of the most sought after synthesizer on the market today, you love it and you don't even know it!

Get yourself the Micro Prophet-5 Sample-Chains pack here / micro-prophet-5-108197283 and here: https://ko-fi.com/s/213ee0e90b

Download the Octatrack Performance Mixer 3.0 Template and the Octacosm here: https://ko-fi.com/s/c71520e99c and here patreon.com/ezbot

PERFORMANCE TEMPLATE OVERLAY MAGNETS: https://www.modbang.com/modbang-shop/..."

OBX8 Split- What a beefy sound!!

video upload by SMV Producer

"Here is an OBX8 split patch going through an external FX ( the H90) and recorded live."

"Sound banks for Arturia Matrixbrute, Waldorf Quantum/Iridium, Prophet 5/10, Moog One and Oberheim OBX8 available for purchase at:
https://gumroad.com/smvproducer"

New Moog Muse Details

Some new details on the upcoming Moog Muse have been shared online and have been added to this post. They appear to be from a Norweigan shop, and appear to be legit, however, we won't know for sure until Moog officially announces the Muse, of course. Some slightly larger pics have been added there as well, however, they are still pretty blurry. They do, of course, give you the gist of it. Click here for the update.

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Please note as a courtesy to sponsors and supporting members of the site, I will reach out if I do spot a leak, prior to posting. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out.

The Magic World of Analog | Serge Modular | Episode 04

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"In this video, I'll dive into the magic world of analog synthesis with a focus on the Serge Wavemultiplier (folder) and Resonant EQ. They sound great, but many of the Serge modules have secret 'magic' worlds, or less dramatic, they can do things you would not expect.

I also took the opportunity to do a compare with the Ohmicide digital distortion, which is ported from a VST. I don't want to compare digital and analog sonically, because I believe digitally modelled analog sounds just as good as real analog. The differences are revealed when unexpected conditions take place. In real analog, mother nature will determine what happens (cause and effect). In digital, you'd encounter an exception. So let's see what happens when Ohmicide has to process its own output :).

Another difference is that digital modules don't have a secret world beyond the code."

Oberheim TEO-5 Demo: Presets for Ambient, Techno, and Electronica - NO "T. Sawyer" or "Jump"

video upload by Limbic Bits

▶ Oberheim TEO-5 Cranium Sound Pack: coming soon...
▶ Book "Electronic Music Production": [on Amazon]

0:00 Quick Overview
2:33 (PADS) Neuron
3:31 Synapse
3:53 Dendrite

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FM Synthesis Simplified w/ Legends Stephan Schmitt & Manny Fernandez

video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

"Join us for an incredible masterclass into the world of FM synthesis with two legends in the field! Stephan Schmitt, the visionary founder of Nonlinear Labs and Native Instruments, and the genius behind REAKTOR, teams up with Manny Fernandez, renowned for his groundbreaking FM programming on Yamaha’s iconic synthesizers including the DX7II, SY77, SY99, FS1R, DX200, RefaceDx, Montage, and his insightful tutorials on YamahaSynth.com.
In this video, Stephan and Manny will demystify FM synthesis, breaking down complex concepts into simple, actionable steps. Whether you're a seasoned synth enthusiast or a curious beginner, this masterclass will empower you to create the sounds you’ve always imagined. Learn from the experts as they share their tips, techniques, and secrets to mastering FM synthesis, making it accessible and fun for everyone.
Don't miss this chance to elevate your sound design skills with insights from two of the greatest minds in the industry."

G-Storm Electro Introduces GODSPEar | Oxford OSCar Eurorack Filter Translation

[Demo #1] video upload by gstormelectro

"Audio + Video by G-Storm Electro c. 2024

Today I am introducing GODSPEar, my homage to the Oxford OSCar filter in Eurorack format. GODSPEar is the only filter used in these audio recordings. Detailed explanation of the module and patch examples will be in a forthcoming Demo #2. Audio recorded direct to Tascam DR-05, some additional compression and normalization used in the making of this audio.

Check my Reverb store for GODSPEar and other module availability
http://reverb.com/shop/gstormelectro

These audio demos from this video can be heard on their entirety on my Soundcloud page. http://soundcloud.com/gstormelectro"



via Reverb

"As Oscar translates from Celtic to God’s Spear, now GODSPEar is my translation Oxford OSCar Synthesizer filter for the Eurorack format. GODSPEar has a special look and sound that pays special homage to OSCar designer Chris Huggett’s creation. The Oxford OSCar would inherit some of the funky DNA from EDP WASP as it was discontinued at the time. Hailed as Europe’s answer to the Minimoog, sets itself apart from Bob’s hardware with some curious technical wizardry all its own.

The OSCar, and now with my GODSPEar filter were already interesting to start. It is actually TWO FILTERS each w/ 2-Pole cutoff slope. The cutoff frequencies of the two filters can diverge from each other by an adjustable SEPARATION control. The “Q” resonance control behaves as one would expect when no SEPARATION is used. But in BANDPASS mode, with higher Q settings as well as SEPARATION impart vocal formant sounds.

Divorced of any CPU control prowess as it was implemented on the original. GODSPEar filter control has been designed from the ground up to work well w/ the Euro standard. And to meet the stringent requirements that discerning modular synth enthusiasts have come to expect. Yet retains the original core topology, a full analog signal path, NOS NJM13600 OTAs, as well as V/Oct filter tracking. Logic assisted Filter MODE selection button toggle. Two external CV inputs for control of Frequency. And now the additional features of CV control over Q, and yes CV control of Separation.

Beware - CV control over Separation is serious business.These signals were only meant to diverge in one direction. Sending the cutoff frequencies in the other directions yield vanishing Bandpass audio and unintended consequences for Low/HighPass modes. Thus on GODSPEar, I’ve added an active Full Wave Rectifier circuit to govern the Separation CV input as gate-keeper and peace maker. Go ahead and send your bi-polar LFO signals etc. Just know in doing so, any negative voltage components will be flipped over to the positive realm. You’re welcome.

FREQUENCY | the initial Cutoff Frequency of the filter

Q | the depth of the peak frequency resonant feedback.Res will self-oscillate without an input signal present.

Q CV | Modulate the Q Resonance w/ any polar/bi-polar mod signal. This signal is summed against the Initial Q amount knob.

IN 1 & IN 2 | Mix together 2 different audio signals, each w/ their own mix pot.

Freq CV | Modulate the Cutoff Frequency w/ any polar/bi-polar signal. At 12 o’clock, the pot has no modulation. In the Counter-Clockwise direction it can invert the incoming control signal.

KB | Modulate the Cutoff Frequency w/ a V/oct signal or any other polar/bi-polar mod. Self-oscillation resonance will loosely track v/oct when KB is set to 100%, allowing the self-oscillation Q sinewave to be played in a musical fashion.

TYPE | Toggle switch for choosing the filter MODE: Lowpass, Bandpass, Highpass.

SEPARATION | Initial amount that diverges the frequency cutoff spread between the two filters.

SEP CV | Control Voltage Input with attenuator knob for modulating the Initial Separation amount. Input CV Signal is passed through a Full Wave Rectifier so that Separation behaves in a prescribed manner as expected, thereby preserving audio integrity.

OUT | the mono audio output jack.

Spearhead your own analog filter trajectory by racking up something a bit outside the usual fare. GODSPEar is made in limited quantities, not mass produced – so don’t wait and get yours whenever available. Includes a 10-pin to 16-pin Eurorack ribbon connector. Rack screws are not included as it’s presumptuous that one fastener spec suits everybody. Fasteners are possibly available upon request if you let me know your specs I’ll see what I can do. I highly recommend After Later Audio Rack Screws sold separately here on Reverb."