New Future Retro Transient Eurorack Module

Published on Mar 19, 2017 FutureRetroSynths

"A small sample of what the Transient drum module does. An Orb sequencer is triggering and sending CV and Accent to the Transient. A touch of reverb was applied from an Eventide Eclipse."

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Future Retro Vectra Synthesizer Percussion Sound Demo

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"All sounds you hear are from the Future Retro Vectra synthesizer. In this video we take a look at a few of the percussion sounds the Vectra is capable of.

Some clips may include a touch of reverb/delay from the Eventide Eclipse."

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Future Retro TRAX! sequencer Global Parameters

Published on May 9, 2019 FutureRetroSynths

"In this video we cover the Global Parameter features and their functions in the TRAX! sequencer."

Transient Tweak'a Preset

Published on May 15, 2017 FutureRetroSynths

"Exploring the Rhythm possibilities of a single preset."

Transient Hand Assembly

Published on Jul 16, 2017 FutureRetroSynths

"Showing some of the steps involved in hand-soldering, programming, assembling, and packaging the Transient modules"

XS Tips and Tricks Exploring amplitude modulation

Published on Jul 1, 2015 FutureRetroSynths

"XS Tips and Tricks:
Yes, the XS also offers several ways to create amplitude modulation as well.
Be sure to watch the full series of XS Tips and Tricks tutorials to get the most out of your XS synthesizer."

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FutureRetro Transient Assembly

Published on Jun 28, 2017 FutureRetroSynths

"Placing surface mount components on the Transients"

XS Synthesizer + Orb Tips and Tricks: Dual Glide plus LFO sequencers & sequences with a MIDI keyboard

Published on Jun 30, 2015 FutureRetroSynths

"XS Tips and Tricks:
Learn some neat tricks you can do with the Orb and XS including creating different glide times for each oscillator. Don't have a sequencer? Learn how you can create a simple one using the LFO in the XS and a MIDI controller keyboard.
Be sure to watch the full series of XS Tips and Tricks tutorials to get the most out of your XS synthesizer."

XS Synthesizer Tips and Tricks: Transposing Orb sequences with a MIDI keyboard

Published on Jun 30, 2015

"XS Tips and Tricks:
For all those who always wished the Orb could transpose its patterns using a MIDI keyboard, we show you one trick to get the same results. And also show a way that you can change the oscillator keyboard scaling to achieve alternative tunings, or create discord between the two oscillators.
Be sure to watch the full series of XS Tips and Tricks tutorials to get the most out of your XS synthesizer."

Future Retro Vectra Analog Drums

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"All sounds you hear are the Future Retro Vectra synthesizer. All sounds were recorded dry. I would recommend listening to this demo though a good audio system, preferably one that includes a subwoofer"

Future Retro TRAX! sequencer CV1 Parameters

Published on May 15, 2019 FutureRetroSynths

"In this video we cover the CV1 Parameter features and their functions in the TRAX! sequencer."

Future Retro TRAX! sequencer

Future Retro Transient Quick & Dirty Jam

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Published on Aug 4, 2017

"All sounds are being generated by the two Transients, and in some cases further processed by the Echophon, Morphagene, or Clouds.

I recently put together this smaller eurorack system for a couple Transients, and included quite a few of the newer modules to see how they all get along. The Malekko Voltage Block and Varigate8+ are an excellent match for triggering and sending CV's to the Transients. The MakeNoise Echophon and Morphagene provide some cool granular effects, delays, and pitch shifting, and the Clouds is used to add some reverb and ambience at times. Very happy with this setup, and I've only began to scratch the surface of possibilities."

FutureRetro 512 Touch Response Adjustments & Interface Cables for Moog, EMS, & Buchla

Making 512 touch response adjustments. Future Retro

Published on Jun 24, 2016 FutureRetroSynths

"All 512 owners should watch this video, as I describe 3 hidden adjustments you can make to the touch response for aftertouch, mod wheel, and pitch bend… that is not explained in the owner's manual.

The 512 provides more personalization parameters than any other touch keyboard we know of. With it's Velocity and Aftertouch Curves and Ranges, Pitch Bend and Mod Wheel response rate, and now touch response sensitivity adjustments for Aftertouch, Mod Wheel, and Pitch Bend."

Interface cables for Moog, EMS, Buchla with Future Retro 512

Published on Jun 24, 2016

"In this video we take a look at the V-trig to S-trig cable for Moog synths, the Keyboard cable for EMS, and talk about 1/8" to banana cables for Buchla and trimming the V/Oct output."

Future Retro XS Synthesizer

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Future Retro Vectra Synthesizer Things with Strings

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"All sounds in this demo were created on the Future Retro Vectra synthesizer, and recorded dry without any additional effects or processing."

Future Retro XS filters the TR-808

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Future Retro Vectra Synthesizer Sound Demo Part 1

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"All sounds you hear are from the Future Retro Vectra synthesizer. The Vectra is capable of recreating some of the most recognizable sounds from some of the greatest synths of all time. Want to do wavetable synthesis like the Prophet VS and Microwave 1? How about some DX FM sounds? Or combine digital and analog waveforms like the D-50? And who remembers the SQ-80? But this goes farther than just digital synths, how about 303 stuff? Do you enjoy the rich fat tones of the Oberheim's with variable glide time per oscillators, and gorgeous filters? We do too! And British synth lovers, will enjoy the Synthi, Wasp, and Oscar inspirations. Want to dive into some modular weirdness, you got it! Or maybe you're just tired of the same old drum machines and ready for some new percussion. Whether you're a professional musician, sound designer for film, or hobbiest the Vectra offers something for everyone.

Some clips may include a touch of reverb/delay from the Eventide Eclipse."

Future Retro 512 touch keyboard Arpeggiator Overview and Tutorial

Published on Jun 7, 2016 FutureRetroSynths

"In this video we will discuss the Arpeggiator section of the 512 touch keyboard, and cover topics including: Playing the arpeggiator, using the Hold mode, Transposing arpeggiations, applying Scales, applying Chords, and how Chords are applied while in the Poly mode, as well as changing the MIDI channel on the fly."

Future Retro 512 touch keyboard Sequencer Overview

Published on Jun 7, 2016

"In this video we take a look at the 512's sequencer, show how to select different sequences, apply Scales, Transposition, Chords, change the MIDI channel, direction and octave reiterations, and write our own sequences."

Future Retro 512 touch keyboard in Poly Mode

Published on Jun 17, 2016 FutureRetroSynths

"In this video we show a couple examples using the 512's Poly mode to play individual monophonic synths polyphonically. Up to 16 monophonic synthesizers can be played polyphonically using the 512's Poly mode."

TRAX! Session 2

Published on Apr 26, 2019 FutureRetroSynths

"Another improv performance piece using two Trax sequencers each playing a Transient. One Transient plays the 909 drums, while the other plays 303 and synth samples."

Future Retro Vectra Firmware 2.0 Brings New Sequencer Updates, Bug Fixes, & Soundsets

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"Examples of new sequencer features on the Future Retro Vectra with firmware 2.0 and expanded sound/sequencer sets. (External drum machine providing bass drum.)"

Playlist:
1. Future Retro Vectra Playing the Sequencer in Real Time
2. Future Retro Vectra Quick Jam
3. Future Retro Vectra Sequencer Length and Direction and Knob Assign
4. Future Retro Vectra Sound Morph and Sequencer Direction
5. Future Retro Vectra Sequencer Length and Direction
6. Future Retro Vectra Sequencer Randomize



via Future Retro:

Improvements

Randomization over sequencer parameters.

Reset to step 1 of sequencer.

Midi cc control over sequencer parameters.

Midi cc in and out of joysticks.

Sequencer parameter improvement for more convenient usage of features during live performance including keyboard enhancements.

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Bug Fixes

Eliminates crash when receiving midi data during preset change.

All 16 midi channels now sending and receiving.

Fixes crashes on sequencer edit page when using for long periods of time.

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Soundset expansion contributions from:

Matia Simovich
Jon Sonnenberg
Drew Schlesinger

You can find audio demos at https://future-retro.com/.