ARP Quartet Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer

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"Arp Quartet in very good condition. Unit is fully functional and professionally serviced in house. Includes sustain footswitch(see photos)"

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Oberheim SEM Pro SN 0780 w/ Original Box Signed by Tom Oberheim & Manual

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"Oberheim SEM Pro Analog Synthesizer w/ Original Box - Signed by Tom Oberheim - Rare!

Excellent Near Mint Condition

One very small, faint scratch on the upper right corner of the black, right side panel as shown in photos. Generally not noticeable unless really looking for it at just the right angle.

Sounds Fantastic!! Plugin replicas do not do this synth justice in my opinion.

Includes Original Box, Power Supply, Manual, and a couple of Patch Cables"

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Vintage Analog Roland PB-300 Rhythm Plus & PR-800 Piano Recorder Set

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"working through the various PB-300 analog drum machine beats, bass lines and arpeggiators that this unit is capable of"

Note this video is from 6 years ago.

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"Early 80’s Roland PB-300 Rhythm Plus and PR-800 Piano Recorder Combo Set , both units 117v with MIDI, MIDI out can control other synthesizers via CHORD, ARPEGGIO and BASS settings on the PB-300, the PR-800 is basically an old school Roland sequencer.

Both units working as it should and in great cosmetic condition overall, there’s a tiny crack on the plastic frame on the PB-300 unít that can be seen in the last picture, it can be glued and fixed easily."

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Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer SN 310994

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"Single owner and stationary in studio for entire lifetime. The tempo knob is missing, but this can be purchased from spare part suppliers. Installed Kenton retrofit d-sub for MIDI control."

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Roland Jupitor-8

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Oberheim OB-SX 4-Voice Synthesizer W/ MIDI & Controller SN 913511XP

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"Here is a great package for any analog synth lover. It starts with a 1980 Oberheim OB-SX 4 voice that was overhauled by Synthchaser about a year ago... Works like a dream, all voices pass autotune. Has the synth king eprom in it. 56 presets. Comes with Magic Box Midi Editor that connects to the "Computer" Interface on the back. Also comes with a Behringer Controller that has the OBSX template loaded already.. Plug it all up and you now have so many controls to edit the OBSX!!! Synthchaser calibrated th OBSX as well as installed new key bushings. All in all a modern re-do and stable synth to deliver some jaw dropping Obie pads, brass, strings, leads, basses and more! RARE to find a turn key package like this and priced low as well!"

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Bad Gear - 80s are for NERDS!!!

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"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world’s most-hated audio tools. The 80s are oftentimes associated with Hollywood-worthy heroism, impeccable style and epic synth music that aged great - as long as it was played on instruments designed in the 70s.

Today, however, we are going to talk about K4. This digital synth , Kawai’s answer to Roland’s answer to Yamaha’s DX7 and more upscale successor to the K1 demonstrates impressively that the 80s were - first and foremost - VERY, VERY nerdy.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro tune
00:54 Overview Kawai K4 Synth
01:49 Oscillators, Waves
02:36 Drum Kit
02:47 Synth Architecture, Pitch Envelope, Ring Mod
03:14 Filter Section, Envs, LFOs
03:41 FX Section
03:54 Differences Keyboard vs. Rack Version
04:05 Sound Examples
04:43 Multitimbrality
04:56 Workflow, Pricing, Technical Background
05:25 H*te Screen
05:54 Jam 1 ( Nerd House )
06:47 Jam 2 ( Nerd Elektro )
08:53 Finale ( Nerd Techno )
08:17 Verdict"

WHY OPEN SOURCE IS KING: 3 New Kits for Our 8‑Bit Eurorack Drum Module

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"In this video, we take another look at UTF-8 SAMPLIFIED – the fully open-source 8-bit Eurorack drum module I released with ASCII Synth. It’s made its way into racks all over the world, and even into DIY workshops like the one run by mzourack at Noise Kitchen in Prague.

Now it’s getting even better:

Thanks to a pull request by community member poetaster, three new kits have been added: 808, Jungle, and Beatbox – plus a handy wav2c.py script that lets you convert your own samples into custom kits!

Check out the GitHub Repository:

🔧 https://github.com/wgd-modular/utf-8-...
📚 Wiki and build instructions: https://github.com/wgd-modular/utf-8-...
🔌 Flash your module online: https://wgd-modular.github.io/ut-flas...

📖 Chapters:

0:00 – Intro
0:05 – Our drum module: The story so far
1:44 – PCBWay Advertisement
2:15 – Demo 1: Jungle kit
4:01 – Demo 2: 808 kit
6:20 – Ending words"

FREE OPEN SOURCE DRUM MACHINE DESIGN! DIY BUILD + DEMO

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"In this video we are building a tiny - almost credit card sized - drum machine called UTF-9 SAMPLIFIED. It is based on the bleep drum. Check out my version on GitHub:

https://github.com/wgd-modular/utf-9-...

Original bleep drum design: https://bleeplabs.com/product/the-ble...
My eurorack footprints: https://github.com/wgd-modular/eurocad

00:00 - Hello!
00:06 - Tiny drum machines?
01:15 - PCBWay Sponsorship
01:31 - Building the Drum Machine
02:17 - Jam 1
03:31 - Jam 2 using MIDI"

Rides in the Storm SED CSM

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"Rides in the Storm SED CSM Synth Voice module
Pulse and Tri Osc with Saw Sub"

Mellow Ride (Rides in the Storm - SED CSM Synth voice jam)

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"Rides in the Storm SED CSM analog synth voice
Using the built in glide function
Mostly VCO 2 Tri Wavefolder

A very powerful compact synth"

Hawk HA-80 variable Delay

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With Suzuki Omnichord.

We built a 5 BAND VOCODER at Joranalogue Audio Design HQ

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"This idea was stuck in my head for at least a year before I finally decided to just ask Joran (‪@joranalogue‬ ) what he thought of the concept of building a vocoder using his modules.

The result is a crude 'proof-of-concept' 5 band vocoder that sounds a bit crap, especially on live vocals, but nonetheless it was a fun learning experience. I would like to repeat this educational endeavour for other ridiculous builds.

I realised afterwards that I should have documented the build process a bit more, explaining why certain choices were made. Maybe I can figure out how to logistically approach that for a next build. Looking forward to that.

Thanks to Joran and Frits at Joranalogue Audio Design HQ for having me, for providing a smörgåsbord of modules and for putting up with my relentless questions, jokes and general ADHD vibes.

Also: awesome video room amirite?!"

Bastl Softpop SP2 Jam 28 (with Kastle DRUM and PO-35 speak)

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"Softpop roars!"

"Timeless" dawless jam with Teenage Engineering OP-XY, Walrus Qi

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"Another dawless jam with the amazing OP-XY and the ambient master FX, the Walrus Qi. Really loving how these two complement each other for this kind of vibe!"

Moog Sound Studio & spices

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"Robert Arthur Moog was an American engineer and electronic music pioneer. He was the founder of the synthesizer manufacturer Moog Music and the inventor of the first commercial synthesizer. His inventions changed the complexion of the pop and classical music worlds. Moog synthesizers are considered high-quality instruments with a strong reputation for sound and build quality. They are known for their distinctive analog sound and are often praised for their musical legacy, solid construction, and the ability to inspire creativity.

Headphones 🎧 recommended"

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#808day TR-808 : Awareness 2025-08-08 by atnr

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"#808day – TR-808 Jam
A stripped-back techno track built entirely on the iconic Roland TR-808.

Each individual output gets its own flavour:

Cowbell → ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ LOSSY for lo-fi grit

Main mix → ‪@BOSSinfoglobal‬ DD-6 for digital delay

Snare → ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ MOOD MK II for glitchy ambience

Kick → SANS AMP BASS DRIVER D.I. for extra punch

Check out my 2024 #808day performance as well:"

#808day TR-808 Jam | Para 2024-08-08 by atnr

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"A piece featuring the TR-808 and DD-6. The parameters and patterns of the TR-808 are manipulated in real-time. The sounds were recorded via individual outputs. The DD-6 is applied to the snare."

808 Day 2025: Roland Celebrates 45 Years of Rhythm Culture

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"A TR-808 beat so raw it stopped gangsters in their tracks."

"Check the debut of The Rhythm Creators series, featuring @ThEgyptianLover's first meeting with the drum machine that changed everything. Animated by Vaughn Taormina."



Press release follows:

Los Angeles, CA, August 7, 2025 — Roland Corporation celebrates the 45th anniversary of its iconic TR-808 Rhythm Composer today. Since its debut in 1980, the TR-808, commonly known as “the 808,” has shaped the creation of musical genres from hip-hop to techno, trap, and beyond. Its unmistakable sound has powered decades of iconic tracks, from smash hits like Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” and Beyoncé’s “Drunk in Love” to a sea of underground techno, electro, and hip-hop anthems. TR drum machines have laid the musical pulse for generations, fueling global rhythm culture through the hands of producers, DJs, and creative visionaries who continue to push its legacy in new directions.

To celebrate this 808 Day, Roland will unveil a series of special releases—including a limited-edition sneaker collaboration with New Balance—and global events that pay tribute to the 808’s enduring legacy and cultural impact.

Rhythm Creators
As part of the celebration, Roland is launching The Rhythm Creators, an eight-part animated video series highlighting untold stories from artists shaped by the legacy of its most iconic rhythm machines—the TR-808 and its influential successor, the TR-909. Each episode blends humor, reverence, and nostalgia, and features stylized animation by Detroit artist Vaughn Taormina and narration from the artists themselves.

Episode one premieres today with Egyptian Lover, with new installments featuring Prince Paul, Fatboy Slim, Soul II Soul’s Jazzie B, and other trailblazing artists dropping throughout August and into September.

New Balance Collaboration
Roland and iconic footwear brand New Balance have relaunched the special edition Tiago Lemos NM808 x Roland sneaker. This collaboration exemplifies the 808’s impact on music and culture, showcasing the unique intersection of skateboarding, hip-hop, and fashion.

To further celebrate this collaboration, Roland and New Balance are hosting Atlanta’s creative community for an exclusive industry mixer dedicated to the 808’s legacy in the birthplace of trap music.

The mixer will be hosted at SESSIONS Atlanta, the iconic studio run by legendary producer Tricky Stewart. Highlights will include private Roland product demonstrations, live performances by Sonny Digital and Mix Master David, as well as an appearance by the popular BackTrack podcast host Don Cannon. Guests will also check out the Tiago Lemos NM808 x Roland sneakers in person.

The Tiago Lemos NM808 x Roland sneakers will be available starting on August 8 at 10:00 a.m. EDT for $114.99 on newbalance.com.

Roland Retail Celebrations: Tokyo and London
In Tokyo, Roland is teaming up with iconic streetwear brand XLARGE for a special 808 Day launch celebration at the Roland and XLARGE stores in the fashionable Harajuku District. The event will include live techno sets from REMO-CON, Yebisu303, and Ken Plus Ichiro, as well as an exclusive first look at the limited-edition XLARGE x 808 capsule collection, available for purchase in-store. The collection includes graphic t-shirts, hoodies, and accessories that fuse

XLARGE’s signature streetwear aesthetic with Roland’s iconic 808 design language. Guests will also have the rare opportunity to see the original TR-808 machine on display as part of the evening’s festivities.

Roland Store London is also hosting an in-store celebration today, presenting further opportunities for guests to purchase the XLARGE x 808 capsule collection in-person and online from around the world. In addition, the event includes live sets by DJ Complexion to keep guests moving for an upbeat, energized celebration.

Roland Cloud
A founding member of the Los Angeles rap scene, hip-hop legend Arabian Prince, best known for tracks like “Panic Zone” and “Situation Hot,” is coming to Roland Cloud users worldwide. The TR-808 Arabian Prince sound pack allows users to utilize his classic patterns and sequences like never before via a Roland Cloud Pro or Ultimate membership or Lifetime Key purchase.

Also, until 9/09 (September 9th), the TR-808 Software Rhythm Composer is available for only $49—an authentic option for easily accessing the classic 808 sound within DAWs."

TR-808 Software Rhythm Composer | FLASH SALE!

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Happy 808 Day

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POLYGENE II - First Look

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"Sound recorded directly from the back of the synth (No added effects / eq / reverb etc)."


"POLYGENE II is an all analog polyphonic synthesizer with two halves. One half is all-transistor class A from signal source through audio path two output, the other half is identical except it uses analog chips to generate dynamic customisable waveforms.

Inspired by the earliest polysynths of the 1970s, it is fully polyphonic (all 24 notes can be played at the same time), can be tuned to any scale or tuning, is multi-timbral and completely touch sensitive.

Touching any part of the synthesizer bridges connections in the circuitry and creates a unique sound.

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Patch & Play: Moog Minimoog Model D - Episode 1

video upload by William Cas

"In this episode of Patch & Play, William Cas explores the Moog Minimoog Model D (2016 Reissue), a faithful recreation of Moog’s iconic monophonic synthesizer, renowned for its rich analog tone, classic three-oscillator architecture, and expressive filter—revered across genres for its warmth, power, and playability.

Patch & Play is hosted by William Cas, featuring a new setup each series of episodes. The experience itself unfolds as a meditative dialogue with the environment, exploring its unique alchemy of sounds.

Produced by Nolan Feldpausch
IG: @noliefeldpausch

Chapters
0:00 - Track 1
1:32 - Track 2
2:38 - Track 3
3:10 - Track 4
4:36 - Track 5
5:49 - Track 6
6:38 - Track 7
7:32 - Track 8
8:42 - Track 9"

Oberheim TEO-5 & Sequential Take 5 Desktop Modules - demo & history presentation | 30 July 2025

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"On Wednesday, 30th July 2025, we welcomed synth wizard and long-time friend of the store Chris ‘-CALC-’ Calcutt to our showroom for a masterclass on all things Sequential and Oberheim.

He provided insight into the culture and history of both companies, as well as what makes their instruments a feature in so many studios and live rigs worldwide. These iconic brands - founded by Dave Smith and Tom Oberheim, respectively - have been at the forefront of analogue synthesiser design for half a century, and they’re currently both going stronger than ever, with new desktop versions of the affordable Oberheim TEO-5 and Sequential Take 5 polysynths hitting the market. Chris spoke about both instruments’ illustrious heritage and explained just what makes each one sound so unique."