Behringer Reveals Upcoming JT-16 - 16 Voice Jupiter-8 Clone

via Behringer

"After many years, we have finally created the first prototype of our upcoming JT-16, a 16-voice polyphonic synth. Our product engineer, Gilles, who is also a synth enthusiast, couldn't stop playing with it, but we managed to pry it away from him for a moment to capture it on camera. Sorry Gilles:-) Currently, the synth is in its very early stages, and we are now focusing on debugging and implementing the necessary software.

We kindly ask for your patience, but we assure you that this beauty will come to fruition. What do you think?"

Behringer previously showed their JT-2 desktop/eurorack format JP-8, as well as the Saturn mini synth.

ELZ_1 play - Synth Engine & Looper Showcase

video upload by ChrisLody

"Full Disclosure: I occasionally take on freelance work at Sonicware on an hourly rate producing synth & sample sound design, beta testing, checking English text and videos like this. Any other shorter videos on my channel containing Sonicware products are not paid content.

So the ELZ_1 play is now shipping to its backers and will also go on general sale. Please see the following link for more information about that: https://sonicware.jp/products/pre-ord...

The black keys edition is shown here but is also available with white keys."

Mega Synthesis Tutorial

video upload by True Cuckoo

For more info about Mega Synthesis visit https://sonicware.jp

Chapters:
00:00 intro
02:28 Hardware overview
04:14 Select presets
04:43 Velocity knob
05:38 Nice factory presets
07:49 3 x FM tracks
08:02 2 x PSG tracks, (8-bit style)
09:34 Vibrato
10:08 PCM samples
12:02 Track recap
12:16 Program a bass line
13:11 Select a melody sound
13:42 Making a track longer
14:33 About live-recording
15:18 Turning on the metronome
16:02 Recording in real-time
16:40 Poly/ mono/ legato/ portamento
17:38 Arpeggio
18:59 Muting a track
19:14 Reverb and other FX
21:52 Changing a sound in retrospect
22:13 Sound Locking
25:51 Parameter locking pan, fx send etc…
26:37 Recording drums
27:42 Mixing advice
28:41 Stutter
30:25 Don't forget to SAVE!
30:44 Yuzo Koshiro's factory presets
33:22 Design an FM sound from scratch - Edit Mode
34:55 Algorithms
35:32 Starting out a patch
36:28 Changing an Operator Frequency
36:38 The envelope generator (EG)
37:42 Mixing and tuning frequencies
40:02 Feedback
41:13 Another algorithm (5)
41:34 Adjusting Envelopes per Operator
41:58: Changing frequencies per operator
42:42 Diving deeper into the algorithm
44:45 The looping envelope (SSG EG)
46:13 Saving the sound
46:29 Make an E-piano sound with velocity
50:27 External MIDI keyboard + MIDI channels
51:48 Legacy modes
53:46 Jamming out a song

[ELZ_1 play] New synth engine "Super OSC" demo

video upload by SONICWARE

"About Super OSC (https://dr.yuendo.jp/pages/elz_1-play)

I have shoot a demo of 'Super OSC,' which will be additionally installed by taking advantage of the period of time created by the delay in FCC/CE certification testing that I reported recently.

Not only Super SAW, but also Super SIN, Super SQR, Super TRI, and other sounds can be created. The video also introduces sound making and simple jammin', so please take a look.

Thank you for your continued support.

Yu Endo

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Super OSCにつきまして

先日報告させて頂きましたFCC/CE認証試験の遅延により生じる期間を活用して追加搭載する『Super OSC』のデモを撮影しました。

Super SAWだけではなく、Super SIN, Super SQR, Super TRIなどのサウンドを作ることが出来ます。
動画ではサウンドメイキングや簡単なジャムも紹介していますので、ぜひご覧ください。

引き続き応援のほどよろしくお願いいたします。

遠藤 祐

#SONICWARE #ELZ_1play #elz1play #elz_1 #elz1 #synth #synthesizer"

Behringer JT-4000 Trance 90s

video upload by NatLife Sounds

"Hi to all fans of Roland JP-8000 sound. I made a small demo with two of my sounds for this synthesizer, I hope by the end of the month I will make a full-fledged soundset for the Beringer JT-4000 with a sounds like this.

Third-party DAW effects were also used"

Abstrakt Avalon Filter Cartridge Demo: R:OTA, 2044, and SEM filters.

video upload by

"This is a quick demonstration of 3 of the available filter cartridges you can purchase and plug into an Avalon. These work alongside the internal 303 filter via a toggle switch. With this button pushed, it engages the filter cartridge. It expands upon the original TB-303 design and allows more tonal range and effects.

R:OTA = the Roland JP and SH series filters
2044 = The SSM filters from classic synths like the Prophet and Polysix
SEM = Oberheim SEM multimode filter

Ladder filter = based on the Moog filter (not shown) is also available

Lastly in the video, I show the FR button which toggles between a 6db filter at 70Hz and 30Hz."

Liven MEGA SYNTHESIS - Tutorial Part 1 - Pattern Editing Deep Dive

video upload by ChrisLody

"Full Disclosure: I occasionally take on freelance work at Sonicware on an hourly rate producing synth & sample sound design, beta testing, checking English text and videos like this. Any other shorter videos on my channel containing Sonicware products are not paid content.

More about the Sonicware Liven MEGA Synthesis:
Sonicware's Website: https://sonicware.jp/pages/liven-mega...
Trailer & Yuzo Koshiro's Patterns: [posted here]
My quick overview video: [2nd video here]

So as promised here is my Sonicware Liven MEGA Synthesis deep dive video. This video will look at pattern editing including everything that's available to make your own music. The next video will focus on the FM sound editing overlay so will cover how to make your own sounds

Sonicware and I have both noted how many customers have bought the Liven MEGA Synthesis who have never bought an instrument before, so I've done my best to make this video as beginner friendly as possible which is why this video is quite long. If you're more experienced please use the chapter markers so skip through to relevant sections.

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2024 (1996) Virtually Analog Synth Calendar by DinDrum Audio

via DinDrum

Note it appears to be a digital download you print out yourself.

"I wanted to have a synth calendar to hang on my studio wall, so I made one.

Why 1996?

1996 is the same calendar as 2024, so being a synth nerd I made my "Virtually Analog 1996 Calendar" for 2024.

Featuring the synths just released and available in 1996 (this new Virtual Analog technology allowed these Digital Synths to emulate the Analog synths of the past) The Roland JP-8000 , the original nord lead and the Korg Prophecy (also featured physical modeling technology).

Peppe
DinDrum Audio
You will get a PNG (10MB) file"

SONICWARE Introduces LIVEN "MEGA SYNTHESIS"

video upload by SONICWARE

Yuzo Koshiro Preset Patterns on LIVEN "MEGA SYNTHESIS"

video upload by SONICWARE



via SONICWARE

Fully Recreate the Legendary Sound of the World's First 16-bit Video Game Console from the Late '80s

You too must have fallen under the spell of the extraordinary visuals and sounds of the groundbreaking 16-bit video game console that once dominated the world! It was powered by the iconic YM2612 sound chip, a legacy that endures even today.

The MEGA SYNTHESIS has resurrected the sound engine of this chip. We've faithfully recreated the 4-operator & 8-algorithm FM sound module, the 8-bit PCM sound module, and the "SN76489" PSG (Programmable Sound Generator) sound module used by the original console.

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Korg 770 Analog Synth

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video upload by jp l

"Note that the video is filmed reversed left right..."

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"Korg 770 analog synth in very good condition!!! A survivor from the past!!!

Everything is working on it. (The Remote and Traveller Foot Control are not tested as i don't have the equipment to test those functions)..."

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Texture Lab in the Effects Processor Mode with an Electric Guitar

video upload by SONICWARE

"Daniel Rose demonstrates an electric guitar connected to LIVEN Texture Lab.
The Texture Lab is a Granular synthesizer and effector with a majestic Shimmer Reverb. https://sonicware.jp/pages/liven-text...

Check out his instruction video:"

How to Use the Sonicware Texture Lab as a Live Granular Effects Processor

video upload by SONICWARE

"Timestamps / Table of Contents:

Section 1: basic principles

Part 1: the non-granular side of the blend
1:35 - intro
1:57 - first synth sound and default effects mode sound
2:32 - notes on blend, reverb, and filter
5:56 - tip #1

Part 2: the granular side of the blend
6:44 - intro
7:51 - notes on playback direction (❗important❗)

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LIVEN Lofi-6 | Ultimate Retro 6kHz Sampler

video upload by SONICWARE

"Limited stock! 👉 https://sonicware.jp/pages/liven-lofi6

● Ultimate retro 6kHz sampling engine
● TUBE mode reproduces the fat bass and crisp sound of a vacuum tube amplifier
● Almost all the features of the acclaimed 'Lofi-12'
● Powerful 4-track sequencer with parameter and sound locking
● 12 types of Effects on each track and 9 types of Master Effect"

OP-X PRO-3 released ! Semi-modular dream synth | Trailer | Tutorial

video upload by SonicProjects

Chapters:
00:00:00 Intro Trailer
00:02:12 Change Interface Size
00:02:20 Playing Factory Presets
00:29:20 Famous 80s Presets
00:34:10 Create Presets
00:39:00 Mark Favourites
00:40:38 Search Function
00:41:40 Modulation Matrix
00:46:34 Unison Note Priority
00:46:58 Modulation Effects
00:48:52 Voice Boards
00:50:17 Multimode Filter
00:57:55 Wheel Modes
01:01:21 Arpeggiator / MIDI Processor
01:06:06 Outro

https://www.sonicprojects.ch/opxpro3/

SonicProjects OP-X PRO-3 released! 12-voice semi-modular monster synth which fullfills virtually all requests and wishes from users collected over the recent years. The synth offers:

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JP6K Synthesizer by Adam Szabo (No Talking)

video upload by Elektronick Musick

JP6K made its first appearance on the site back in 2011.

https://www.adamszabo.com/vstplugins/...

"JP6K is a virtual synthesizer dedicated to emulating the famous Super Saw sound, first found in the Roland JP-8000 synthesizer in 1997. It aims to capture the essence of the sound and the behavior of the original oscillator. Even after decades, the Super Saw is still an important tool for producers and musicians all around the world, and is a crucial part of many kinds of electronic music!

Features
32 Voice Polyphony
2 Super Saw oscillators with Panning
1 Noise oscillator
Resizeable GUI
3 Filter modes: Low Pass, Band Pass and High Pass with -12 & -24 dB/Oct
3 independent LFOs controlling the Filter, Amp and Pitch
Pitch envelope
Glide (Portamento) / MIDI pitch-wheel support
Built in Delay and Equalizer
114 presets, which includes presets from CFA-Sound, MASCHINENBAUERMUSIC, Mikey O’Hare and Grzegorz"

Luminous Trilogy & A CATALOGUE OF FM MATERIALS by Element433 ( a.k.a. Pere Villez)

via Element433 (Pere Villez)

"When I made the popular YouTube series 'FM Catalogue of Materials', many viewers commented that they would love to see some more of the 'music tech as cinema' style created in the videos.

My new project 'Luminous Trilogy' release, does exactly that. In part 1 'WTD', synths and synth technical diagrams, together with Pure Data/Max patches, become casual parts of the film's environment, which is set in an alt near future. Part 1 was realised with analogue modular, whereas Part 2 "Breath" was scored using binaural audio, VCV rack and live Indian tablas. Part 3 'Contrails' uses physical models, Samplicity's Berlin Studios and vintage FM hardware."

Update: Element433 has made the VCV patch and assets used in the film "Breath" below a free download. You can find instructions on downloading the patch and setting it up here: http://tinyurl.com/e433WpBrvcv.

Luminous Trilogy

video uploads by Element433 ( a.k.a. Pere Villez)

"Three music shorts around the theme of light, from incandescent urban folklore set in the near future, electric neon glowing medussae to impossible skies, all to the sound of dark ambient and techno-world music"

Playlist:

Walking The Dulzaina - Luminous Trilogy - Part 1

Walking The Dulzaina is an edited one-shot music film which details the manic walkthrough time-lapse of an imaginary synthesised dulzaina (Spanish folkloric instrument) being taken for a walk through the "Las Vegas" like dressed streets of a small village festive celebration set somewhere in the near future.

The visuals are nods to the Bladerunner, Lynch, Weirdcore and Kubrick where the glow of transparent neon CRTs, display technical diagrams with a music technology theme. Some suddenly slide up from the ground, while others cross from one side of the street to another.

The music is inspired by minimalism, industrial techno synth-folk where Steve Reich and Techno meet Raymond Scott and 1960's BBC radiophonic.

Musical Equipment Detail:

Intro: Moog Subharmonicon through Fairfield Randy's Revenge ring modular - into two crunchy Elby Systems stereo valve preamps and out into a stereo pair of Doepfer A-199 spring tanks).

Dulzainas: Buchla Easel Command sometimes untreated and sometimes solo through a J.H. 'Son of a Storm Tide' stereo analogue studio flanger (built by Van Daal Electronics (second dulzainas and very low transition whoooses). Buchla and Subharmonicon sync locked and clock divided by Ornaments and Crime clock divider.

Final wormhole sequence: Subharmonicon through stereo A-199 Doepfer spring reverbs and Paulstretched.

This work is not sponsored by any the manufacturers mentioned. They are personally purchased pieces of equipment.

Album:
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/ele...

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Roland Jupiter 6 61-Key Synthesizer with Europa Mod

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via this auction

"Roland Jupiter 6 with Europa mod. Plays excellent. Listed as very good, as it has a soldering iron ding on one of the rightmost black keys as visible in the pictures.

The Jupiter-6 is an incredible analog synth. All of the Jupiters have a sound that was unlike any other synthesizer and the Jup 6 is no exception. This sound is due in part to classic analog Roland technology in its filters, modulation capabilities and a thick cluster of 12 analog oscillators at 2 per voice. Easy and intuitive programming via front panel sliders, knobs and buttons for all your tweaking needs.

Europa firmware upgrade for the Jupiter-6 which gives it an up-to-date and comprehensive MIDI implementation. All parameters are controllable via Continuous Controller or SysEx. Europa also features an extensive arpeggiator which will sync to MIDI clock with programmable clock divisors and rhythms, and has about 50 more playback variations than the JP-6's original Up, Down, Up/Down, and Down/Up. A Europacized Jupiter-6 is a thoroughly modern synth with a classic sound."

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Ableton Push3, Air & Roland JP-8080

video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto

Sequencer:Ableton Air (https://akihiko-matsumoto.gumroad.com...)
Synth: Roland JP-8080
Ableton Push3 Standalone

Sonicware ELZ_1 play - My New Patches Demo

video upload by ChrisLody

"Full Disclosure: I occasionally take on freelance work at Sonicware on an hourly rate producing synth & sample sound design, beta testing, checking English text, video manuals etc. This video wasn't paid for directly but as a result of my work with Sonicware it is marked as Paid Promotion

I recently completed some new patches as part of the work I'm doing on the Sonicware ELZ_1 play so I thought it would be nice to demo them here as I've been asked quite a lot about it since it was first announced.

This is still prototype hardware though don't expect any radical changes at this point just refinements. Also this is unfinished firmware too so I'm not sure how many features will be added before release compared to what's shown here, but there are some nice additions like the unison setting that make playing around with the old synth engines fun too. The Super Osc is a one of the new engines so you'll see that throughout the video."

https://ja.sonicware.jp/

Here are some preset patches for ELZ_1 play

video upload by SONICWARE

"https://dr.yuendo.jp/pages/elz_1-play

Today I checked the preset patches that arrived from the sound designers.
There were a lot of great patches this time as well, and I had fun checking them out.
At that time, I shot videos of some Preset patches, so please take a look.


Thanks,

Yu Endo

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今日はサウンドデザイナーさんから到着したプリセットパッチの確認をしました。
今回も素晴らしいパッチが多く、確認作業も楽しみながら行えました。
その際、いくつかのPresetパッチの動画を撮影しましたので、ぜひご覧になってください。

遠藤"

Texture Lab in Effects Processor Mode [Granular processing parameter locking & Freeze features]

video upload by SONICWARE

"LIVEN Texture Lab is a 4-voice polyphonic granular synthesizer.
The Texture Lab can also be used as an effects processor for real-time granular processing of stereo signals from the line input. It is also possible to freeze the flowing sounds for 6 seconds to add granulated sound effects.

Learn More:
https://sonicware.jp/pages/liven-text..."