Thursday, July 17, 2025
Do you remember this 80s theme?🚀
video upload by RetroSound
"(c)2007-25 by RetroSound
supported by UVI: http://bit.ly/retrosound-uvi
❤️ Support #RetroSound channel: https://retrosound.creator-spring.com
One of my favorite movie themes from the early 80s.
Captain Future Suite by Christian Bruhn (1980)
Featured the Moog Minimoog and the Oberheim OB-Xa Synthesizer
This cover song series contains my own recreations of my favourite songs from the last 50 years. The original music from which I take inspiration belong to their respective owners. I recreate tracks only for personal passion and to pay homage to these tracks.
My intention is not to create covers that sound exactly like the original (if you want to hear identical sounds, please listen the original). It's more of an inspiration with my sounds from the old synthesizers from the past and of course the great appreciation for the original performers and producers."
AstroLab Update 1.5 | Avant-garde Stage Keyboard | ARTURIA
video upload by Arturia
"Join Kari as she introduces AstroLab 1.5, a powerful update that brings deeper creative control and smoother integration to your performance rig. Explore newly added instrument engines, seamless playlist transfer with Analog Lab, MIDI program change support and more!"
Playthrough | AstroLab 88 | ARTURIA
video upload by Arturia
"Step inside Marek Pędziwiatr’s live session as he explores AstroLab 88’s rich sound palette - gliding from expressive organs and pianos to multi-layered synths, punchy basses, soaring leads, and dusty lo-fi textures. Along the way, discover how AstroLab’s intuitive parameter controls bring each preset to life, whether for sculpting classic instrument sounds or adding some experimental flourishes."
via Arturia:
"This update delivers new and updated instruments from Arturia’s V Collection 11.
7 new instruments
Support has now been added for MiniBrute V, Augmented YANGTZE, Augmented MALLETS, Synthx V, SEM V3, Jup-8000 V and Pure LoFi.
Requested features
Enjoy quicker preset loads, seamless playlist transfer with Analog Lab, on-the-fly program-changes for external gear, and direct FX & MIDI editing straight from Analog Lab.
Fixes and enhancements
We work continually to improve the performance of AstroLab and the seamlessness of its integration with Analog Lab. Have more confidence on stage and manage your sounds with ease."
SOLAR 42 | Erica Synths PERKONS HD-01
video upload by ELTA music
"ELTA MUSIC - SOLAR 42F
Erica Synths - PERKONS HD-01
Gamechanger Audio - FX pedal
SOLAR 42 is a unique experimental electro-music instrument, an analogue microtonal ambient drone machine. It will inspire you to find a new and spontaneous approach to composing music.
The instrument is oriented for live performances, creating film soundtracks, theatre soundtracks, atmospheric sounds, microtonal and background music. The instrument was inspired by early electronic musical instruments of the 1920s and 1950s, notably Leo Theremin's «Harmonium» instrument, as well as science fiction film soundtracks."
07.16.2025 Mos-Lab 2500 - Various flavors of FM
video upload by batchas
Follow-up to 07.16.2025 Mos-Lab 2500 - Fantastic FM
Mos-Lab 2500 - FM fiesta [Part 2]
video upload by batchas
Dreams of departure | Ambient IDM | Korg Radias, Elektron Digitakt II
video upload by Treenote
"Dreams of departure
An ambient / downtempo / IDM track created with a Korg Radias and an Elektron Digitakt II.
Support me on Bandcamp:
Bandcamp: https://treenote.bandcamp.com
My Website: https://treenotemusic.ca
Gear Used:
Logic Pro X (DAW)
Korg Radias (synth pad)
Elektron Digitakt II (drums, bass, samples, sequencing)
Makie Big Knob Studio (sound card)"
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
1980 Yamaha SY-22 "Vector Synthesis" Ad
via Retro Synth Ads, where you'll find the full write-up.
"Yamaha SY-22 "Vector Synthesis" advertisement from page 39 in the September 1990 issue of Keyboard Magazine.
In a crowded world of 90s synths, the SY-22 vector synthesizer dared to be different. With FM, sample playback and joy-stick driven sound design, its still loved by a small group of fanatics. I've never owned one... and I still consider myself one of those fanatics."
Modular vid #326
video upload by Phisynth
"A (mostly) Serge modular drone, with some help from BugBrand & Eventide Eclipse"
Modcan system to the left; DSI Pro 2 below that.
Pivot – Walkthrough
video upload by Fors
"Get Pivot: https://fors.fm/pivot
This is a walkthrough of Pivot and its features including Pivot-Lite with a short introduction to FM synthesis. (Voice / Sound balance is a bit off sometimes, sorry about that.)
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:10 What is Pivot?
00:02:05 What is FM?
00:04:30 Interface & Concept
00:07:17 UI Layout
00:07:56 Modulator (OP2 + OP3) Parameters
00:21:20 OP3 Routing
00:23:10 Carrier (OP1) Parameters
00:23:45 Subtractive Morphing Filter
00:24:45 Filter Parameters
00:28:17 Voice Parameters
00:34:02 Main Effects (Dist + Widener)
00:37:44 Mod Matrix Overview (2x ADSR, 2x LFO)
00:40:25 LFO Parameters
00:46:31 Velocity
00:50:05 Preset Controls
00:52:44 FM Randomizer
00:54:03 Interface Menu (Zoom + Themes)
00:54:33 Color Themes
00:55:07 Creating Custom Themes
00:57:07 Update 1.1
00:57:34 Tuning Support (MPE, Clap Note Exp., MTS-ESP)
01:00:24 ODDSound MTS-ESP Support
01:02:00 Pivot Closing Thoughts
01:03:14 Pivot-Lite Introduction
01:04:54 Pivot-Lite Overview
01:07:47 Pivot-Lite FM Primer
01:15:05 Pivot-Lite to Pivot Preset Compatibility
01:16:44 Noodling + Rambling"
07.16.2025 Mos-Lab 2500 - Fantastic FM
video upload by batchas
"First oscillator modulated by second oscillator."
Also see 07.16.2025 Mos-Lab 2500 - Various flavors of FM
The Story of the DPO with Tony Rolando | Make Noise
video upload by MAKEN0ISE
"A look back at the origins and design of the Dual Prismatic (or is it Dual Primary?) Oscillator with Make Noise founder Tony Rolando!
Animations: Lewis
Patch examples: Pete and Walker
Interludes: Pete and Lewis
Music: Sam (and Tony)
"Imagine A Dolphin"
http://www.makenoisemusic.com/modules..."
The age of sadness | Sequential Prophet VS and Rhodes Piano somber improvisation w Fractal Audio FM3
video upload by MIDERA
"In the distance I saw the clouds, and with them a rainbow. It appeared so tranquil, so peaceful. And then it was gone. Just like that. Just like us.
Fractal Audio FM3 was used to loop the Prophet VS. I played on top of that with the Rhodes Piano.
No external FX used."
PlayFader PlayMates - Intellijel Atlantix, Roland Aira S-1, Algoriddim DJAY Pro, Ableton Live & Link
video upload by Play All Day
"PlayFader is made in Cyprus and I’ve just relocated back to Cyprus permanently after 30 years away. I really miss the place and I’m so happy to be home.
At the same time as arriving, the amazing @caroline_myvolts introduced me to Dim, head honcho at @synthesizergr and he wanted to stock PlayFader. This means so much to me, to have a Cypriot-made electronic music device being sold in Athens, Greece 🇨🇾❤️🇬🇷
So… PlayFader is now available in @synthesizergr
I wanted to do something special to celebrate this 🫠
I wanted to make a full length performance for Dim and celebrate the best of modern Greek dj’s and producers while showcasing PlayFader as the expressive and creative instrument that it is. Especially in one of my favourite contexts, as a live sequencer that you can use to perform while dj’ing. I’m after all more of a dj than a producer. And this is my happy place where I absolutely fucking love to use PlayFader 👊
Dim pointed me in the direction of @echonomist_music and I instantly found this track that I fell in love with. It’s about homecoming and joy… 💛
What you see in this video is only the 2nd take, totally improvising over the entirety of the track “Happiest of all memorial days”.
It would have been the 1st take but I forgot to plug the audio into the camera 😂
There are some slightly less perfect moments, but I was absolutely in my flow state and enjoyed every second of playing!
And that’s the point I wanted show. PlayFader is a live performance instrument and a wise genius synth-builder once said “instruments reward practice and perseverance”. (Vlad from Soma thank you 🙏)
Me and Jason designed PlayFader to give users lots of support and freedom - stay tightly locked into the groove and wander far away from it at any time, always with the option to come back to where you were.
There’s lots going on in this, too much to explain in detail here. It’s 7 minutes long and uses lots of features like the dual buffers, live switching, Latch play, Fun fx, ratchets etc etc.
Left channel is playing @rolandsynthandaira S-1. Right channel is playing the @intellijel Atlantix. I’m using @algoriddimofficial djay Linked to @ableton 💛
Enjoy ❤️"
3D Galax Cover (MEGASYSTEM live remix)
video upload by LucaTronico
"Space shooter nostalgia meets analog chaos.
This cover of a 3D Galax-style track gets the full MEGASYSTEM treatment: live chiptune performance + retro CRT visuals glitching in real time as the audience plays.
Megasystem Live – June 20 @ El Sótano Analógico
Chiptune & retrowave performanec + real-time glitch visuals powered by CRTs and classic consoles.
Audience gameplay influences both visuals and music. Total chaos, fully live.
🧠 Instruments: Dirtywave M8 · Roland MC-101 · Teenage Engineering OP-Z
🎛️ Visuals: Video Glitch System (Oliver Behrmann)
🎮 Interaction: Classic consoles hacked into the AV chain
Original music theme not owned by me :)
🔗 Stay Connected:
📷 Follow my musical explorations on Instagram: / luca.tronico
🌐 More info about me: https://lucatronico.w.link/"
Korg MiniKorg 700Sm Demo (no talking)
video upload by Bonedo Synthesizers
"In this video, we dive into the Korg miniKORG 700Sm—a compact reissue of the iconic ’70s monosynth with modern tweaks. Discover its lush analog tone, hands‑on controls, and unique character that make it a vintage gem in a petite package. Perfect for synth enthusiasts craving retro warmth with intuitive playability."
16 luglio 2025 - First Sound From The Logan Vocal Synth
video upload by Riccardo Pietroni
You can find additional posts featuring the Logan Vocal Synth here.
Mylar Melodies Performs Live on Moog's Messenger | Superbooth 2025
video upload by Moog Music
"Watch @mylarmelodies bring Messenger to life with a fully stacked Moog semi-modular ecosystem in this live improvisation captured at this year's Superbooth show in Berlin.
Blending expressive analog tones with modular precision, this set highlights Messenger’s dynamic ability to draw out deep and delicate textures from DFAM, Mother-32, Subharmonicon, and Labyrinth. From evolving sequences to sweeping filter movements and modulations, the performance showcases the instrument’s potential for both nuance and power."
Exploring Torso S-4 #techno
video upload by Yan Cook
"After just a week with the sampler, here are my first impressions:
The Torso S-4 is a powerful instrument with a lot of potential. It feels like a serious piece of gear—comparable to Elektron boxes. The performative aspect really blew me away; the Perform page combined with the Temp button is pure magic. I love it.
So far I've experienced a few bugs, but nothing too disruptive—the instrument is perfectly usable. I hope the @torsoelectronics team continues to update the S-4 regularly and adds new devices."
00:00 - Track 1
04:04 - Track 2
10:10 - Track 3 + MOD
21:02 - PERFORM
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