Trouble – Soulful Blues Jazz with Oberheim OB-1 Magic | AWJI Void

video upload by AWJI Void

"Trouble is blues jazz at its most soulful — driven by the rare Oberheim OB-1 analog synth, warm Wurlitzer 200A, and expressive guitar solos. Recorded live with no overdubs, this session from AWJI Void captures real emotion and vintage tone.

🎵 Musicians & Credits
• Yamaha CS80, Roland Jupiter 4, Oberheim OB-1, Wurlitzer 200A – Andy Whitmore
• Fender Telecaster, Gibson 335 – John Isle
• Fender Precision Bass – David Whitmore
• Pearl Drum Kit – Alun Harries
Engineered by Stepan Honc
Mixed by Andy Whitmore & Ed Stokes at greystokestudio.com

⏱️ Chapters
0:00 – Intro / Main Theme
0:55 – Guitar Solo (Gibson 335)
2:38 – Synth Solo (Oberheim OB-1)
4:20 – Main Theme
5:11 – Bass Solo (Fender Precision)
5:38 – Drum Solo (Pearl Kit)
6:02 – Main Theme"

The Smooth Jazz Track You’ll Play on Repeat 💫 | AWJI Void – Sleepless in Cala Pi

video upload by AWJI Void

"Smooth jazz blues instrumental music for relaxing, working, or late-night driving. “Sleepless in Cala Pi” by AWJI Void is a laid-back, melodic track with echoes of George Benson’s Lady. AWJI Void “Sleepless in Cala Pi”

Recorded June 2023
🎹 Yamaha CS80, Roland Jupiter 4 & programming – Andy Whitmore
🎸 Fender Telecaster American – John Isle
🥁 Gretsch Catalina Drum Kit – Gabor Dornyei
Recorded & Mixed by Andy Whitmore, John Isle, Bernard Dyerson & Ed Stokes

⏱️ Chapters
0:00 – Intro / Main Theme
0:38 - Jupiter 4 Solo
3:15 – Fender Telecaster Solo
5:48 – Main Theme
6:27 - Jupiter 4 Solo
8:04 – Fender Telecaster Solo

💡 AWJI Void = Andy Whitmore & John Isle, lifelong friends and collaborators with London’s top session musicians. Every track is live, first takes only – music from the heart. Andy Whitmore has played keyboards on 50 hit records, produced 14 Top Ten hits, and worked with artists including Elton John, Lemar & Peter Andre.

Press Release
AWJI Void announce the release of their debut album Lovely Day, arriving 30th October 2025. The record features 8 original tracks blending smooth jazz and blues-rock instrumentals, showcasing the band’s unique groove and atmospheric soundscapes. Lovely Day will be available on all major streaming platforms."

Reminder: Minimoog Prototype Exhibit, Erik Norlander Keyboard Sale Price Drop, Mini Minimoogs & More

via The Bob Moog Foundation

Minimoog Prototype Exhibit At the Moogseum This Weekend Only!

The anticipation is almost over! We are thrilled to be hosting the Minimoog Prototype Exhibit at the Moogseum, this weekend only, in partnership with the Museum of Music Technology (MMT). The exhibit will feature four ultra rare Minimoog prototypes from 1969, 1970, and 1971, as well as a host of related artifacts from the Bob Moog Foundation Archives.

We are honored to have JoE Silva, author of The Minimoog Book: The Synthesizer That Changed Music Forever: Sounds, Stories, and Technology join us throughout the weekend of the exhibit. He'll be on hand to delve into the history of the Minimoog with exhibit attendees and sign books in the Moogseum store.

We're excited to share a new addition to the exhibit. MMT will be bringing Minimoog serial number 1016 (the sixteenth Minimoog ever produced out of 12,269 units), which was purchased in 1971 by none other than David VanKoevering, the marketing genius behind the early Minimoog sales. David's Minimoog will be available for exhibit attendees to play and explore. Come get you hands on this incredible piece of synthesizer history!

Finally, be sure to take advantage of the morning tours with our executive director, Michelle Moog-Koussa. Michelle will be delving into Minimoog history as it is conveyed through the main gallery of the Moogseum. She doesn't give tours often, so take advantage of this opportunity. The tours are available for a small fee for any exhibit attendee.

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EMS Synthi 100

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via this Vemia listing

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"This is my EMS 100, serial number 007, clearly licensed to thrill. Arguably, one of the most iconic if not the most iconic modular synth ever built. This is the unit formerly owned by TC media composer Bruno Spoeri. It came to me in a very good state and I enjoyed it for a long time.
I have owned several VCS3s and AKS over the years as well and I would describe the EMS 100 as sounding substantially more organic. It can of course do all the weird and wonderful stuff an EMS synth is known for and take this to extremes. But it also excels at playing it melodically (yes it can do that) which is much helped by the dual manual keyboard which is velocity sensitive (!) and very expressive.

I want the buyer of this wonderful item to be as happy with it as I was. The EMS is therefore currently being refurbished by a world leading specialist with huge experience in servicing and building modular synths and commercial studios all over the world. State of refurbishment The EMS has undergone a complete overhaul. The refurbishment also includes the woodwork and the dual keyboard.

As reported by my tech, the sound generation and the keyboards are fully functional. We haven't managed to fix the sequencer in time for the auction. We also need to fix one of the two spring reverbs. If these two issues haven't been fixed before the auction end I will contribute 5k Euro to the repair as a lump sum reduction of the purchase price. It will be in the buyer's discretion to decide on the further course of action.

Shipping: The EMS 100 main unit is a substantial item. It is currently sitting at my tech's premises. It can be delivered by him with a lorry to most parts of central Europe (within reason). This is to be arranged between the buyer and my tech and will have to be compensated on terms agreed between the buyer and my tech. My tech will also be happy to help setting it up after the journey.

If overseas shipping is required, the EMS main unit can be divided into two parts, the lower pedestal and the console (i.e. the synth itself) which is sitting on the pedestal. Along with the dual manual keyboard this will result in three parts for the shipping. It is no problem to build a crate. This will be have to be arranged by the buyer with my tech.

Important: All shipping arrangements must be made by the buyer with my tech. The ownership of the EMS will pass to the buyer upon receipt of the auction price while the EMS is still sitting at my tech's place. It will be shipped directly from him at the buyers instruction, arrangements and risk. My tech is of course happy to assist with shipping and he has experience with shipping. He has shipped large format consoles over the Atlantic, so he knows what he is doing. As always, the buyer is of course responsible for all import duties and taxes as normal. (Within the EU that is zero!)

Bidding: I kindly ask bidders to only bid with serious intent. Please do not bid if you cannot follow up on your bid. Please keep in mind that the bid constitutes a binding contract and not following up can cause substantial damage to me and/or other bidders. I trust that you understand.

VEMIA note: on reflection, given the pretty remarkable condition of most of the Synthi, we think 'very good' is a more accurate cosmetic score. Please look at the photos to decide for yourself."

Listed for 159950 EUR / 139304 GBP

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SYNTHR10 French polyphonic analog synth : 27 patches #synthesizer

video upload by KurtzMindfields

"The SynthR10 is now available. We have created 65 patches and 12 performances inside to help you discover the synthesizer. Here is a selection of 23 patches and 4 Performances to give you an overview of its sound capabilities.
0:00 introduction by SynthR (french, patch phased Clav)
0:26 BRASS SYNTH :
OB Jump / OB Brass
1:30 BASS SYNTH :
Newwaves Bass / Moog Ft Bass / OB bass
2:35 PADS SYNTH :
Soft Pad / CS90 / JP8 Polysynth / P5 Pad / Sweep Poly / Cinematic Pad / Stack Pad / Slow Pad Chords
9:00 SOUNDS EFFECTS PADS :
Singing Pad / Detune Mono / Cyborg Trauma / Ghost Bird
12:04 : LEAD SYNTHS :
Moog Lead / Triangle Lead / A.r.p Lead
14:22 : STRINGS SYNTH :
Synth Strings / Phased Strings
15:32 : KEYBOARDS :
Synth Wurly
16:22 : PERFORMANCES :
Layer : Greek Patch / Split : Bass/Brass / Sequencer : Berlin Mood / Arpeggiator : Bach Wendy
19:43 : BEAST OVERLOOK

Link : https://synthr.fr/"

Arturia Polybrute 12 - Features

video upload by KEYBOARDS

"Meet the Arturia PolyBrute 12—a next-gen, 12-voice analog polysynth built for deep sound design and expressive performance. In this feature presentation, I explore its morphing architecture, the Morphée touch controller, the expressive FullTouch keybed, dual-filter topology, powerful modulation matrix, onboard FX, and performance workflows. Expect cinematic pads, punchy basses, evolving textures, and a few happy accidents along the way."

You can find additional demos here.

Roland MKS-50 Alpha Juno SN 720724

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via this eBay listing

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"Synthesizer module equivalent of the Roland Alpha Juno-1 and Alpha Juno-2 keyboards. This unit has been professionally refurbished, unlike most. The internal battery was replaced and what we believe to be the original factory patches were reloaded. All synthesizer parameters were systematically tested on all voices and are working as they should."

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Anthony Marinelli Music Synth Studio Revealed | Studio Tour 2025

video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

"I finally agreed to make a video showing my synthesizer studio. I'm NOT a collector, so you'll see the instruments I've used for over four decades to do my work. It's also my space for composing. In this deep dive studio tour, I walk you through every corner of my space, showing how everything’s connected for performing, recording, and creative flow.

You’ll see icons like the 'Plantasia' Moog Modular IIIc, Synclavier II, Rhodes Chroma with Expander & Enabler, Oberheim Four Voice, Elka Synthex, Roland Jupiter 8, Sequential Circuits Prophet-5, ARP 2600s, Korg MS modular synths, some classic Minimoog — plus a few modern synths I’ve added as I look to the future. Alongside the synths are vintage drum machines, string machines, and rare electric keyboards including a 1973 Fender Rhodes Suitcase and Hohner Clavinet/Pianet Duo.

We'll also explore racks of outboard gear, vocoder units, tape echoes, and a vast array of my custom guitar pedal options, efx pedal boards and studio effects racks that make this room endlessly inspiring. I'll also reveal how my entire studio is designed for instant creativity, featuring 48 channels of synth drivers and stage boxes, so any synth can be patched and recorded on the fly."

https://anthonymarinellimusic.com/pages/about

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Swizzle Circuits - Power Plant USB module

via Swizzle Circuits

Everyone wants a little power, am-I-right? Well that's exactly what we've created - easy USB power in your modular rack to power MIDI keyboards, USB lights, small fans and other things that are a hassle to easily power otherwise. Powered - 6hp (30mm)

I know we all love cables, but enough is enough! Most of the little accessories modular systems need are USB powered, and now there is a way to cut the cabling that goes beyond your rack. Install this slim module in your rack and you can power those pesky USB things such as: MIDI controllers, USB LED lighting for night plays and small USB fans. Put in one at either end of a big system to keep the power handy. There are a few things to keep in mind. Keep the power draw down to about 1000mA total - although the module can provide it, it might not be too kind to your rack power supply (You would be surprised how much power those cheap LED light draw - trust us, we looked!). Not designed or engineered to charge a phone - they make LOTS OF NOISE on the bus!

Just like every Swizzle Circuits module, it comes fully assembled, tested and ready to go. Just take it out of the package and plug it in.

Power Plant USB Module features:

- includes modular power cable. Uses the 12v DC Eurorack supply - no 5V DC needed.

- Fits right in your modular rack to give quick USB power anywhere.

- RED LED power indicator shines through the face to let you know it's ready.

- Both twin USB jacks are back-lit GREEN to help in the dark.

- Provides (2)-twin USB jack plugs for a total of (4).

- Can provide up to 1000mA of 5VDC power - see notes above-.

- Swizzle Circuits custom designed PCB

Control Synths from Your Phone: Piano Improv on Blade Runner Riff | iOS MIDI (Beta)

video upload by Cristián R. Villagra

"Live piano improvisation over synth riffs driven by my in-development iOS MIDI control app (no name yet). The app sends MIDI to my computer to play arpeggiators and tweak sound parameters in real time (filters, tone, mix, FX) using on-screen faders, knobs, XY pads, mini keyboards, and pitch bend.

Session routing (Kontakt):
• CH1: Noire Piano — played from Arturia KeyLab 88 Mk3
• CH2: Two synths — driven by the app’s Bass Arpeggiator (riff inspired by Vangelis’ Blade Runner theme)
• CH3: Lead synth — performed from the app’s mini keyboard
• CH4: Minimal electronic drums — driven by a second arpeggiator

Why this app? Many keyboards I use on stage have few (or zero) surface controls—sometimes not even pitch bend—so I built a mobile controller to unlock hands-on control: shape filters, automate movements, morph textures, balance layers, and keep playing fluidly. If this helps me, I know it can help other players too.

This video is a 6-minute+ live jam to show the workflow: arpeggiators keeping motion underneath while I improvise on piano and ride parameters on Page 2 of my scene (faders/knobs/XY). The app is still in development and I plan to release it as soon as possible.

If you’re into MIDI control, live keys, or sound design, tell me what you’d like this app to do next—your feedback will shape the release.

Additional Keywords: iOS MIDI app, mobile MIDI controller, live arpeggiator, synth arps, Kontakt Noire, Native Instruments, Arturia KeyLab 88 Mk3, phone MIDI, DAW performance, synth filters, XY pad, faders and knobs, pitch bend on mobile, live improvisation, Blade Runner inspired, Vangelis, sound design workflow"

Harmonium VST FREE With Crow Hill VAULTS

video upload by CROW HILL

"With Theo off on hols this week Christian opens the lid on one of his favourite instruments, The Harmonium. Think Penguin Cafe Orchestra, think Jon Brion, think a leading (albeit inanimate) character in Punch Drunk Love."

Press release follows:

The Crow Hill Company announces availability of VAULTS - HARMONIUM, bringing bellows to DAWs as latest free VI abiding by its Make Music, Your Music motto

EDINBURGH, UK: The Crow Hill Company is proud to announce availability of VAULTS - HARMONIUM — bringing bellows to DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) as its latest free VI (Virtual Instrument) monthly drop, allowing anyone to experience the timbral complexities and harmonic layers of its gorgeous and, some might say, quaint instrument namesake for the rest of their lives, abiding, as always, by the Edinburgh-based enterprise creators’ collective Make Music, Your Music motto — as of October 24…

Its iconic appearance in Director/Writer Paul Thomas Anderson’s 2002-released dark romantic comedy Punch: Drunk Love — look it up! — may make many think of the harmonium in a certain way. What is certain, though, is that the small free-reed organ was patented way before, back in 1842 by Frenchman Alexandre Debain. By being smaller and less expensive than traditional pipe organs, it quickly became popular through Europe, India, Africa, and the southern United States. Travelling through the north of the UK, harmoniums can still be found tucked away in the corners of many recording studios. Saying that, those that are there are not just set dressing; after all, the harmonium captured the hearts of artists such as The Beatles, Supertramp, Penguin Cafe Orchestra, and Tori Amos, all of whom featured it in their music.

Making music with a harmonium is easier said than done, however, since the instrument in question generates sound by pumping air — using two foot-operated pedals joined to a mechanism that operates a bellows or by pushing and pulling a handle joined to the bellows back and forth with one hand — past a thin piece of metal in a frame and making it vibrate. Vibrations then resonate through the harmonium’s wooden body, thereby producing the distinctive, church-like sound. Thankfully, The Crow Hill Company has succeeded in capturing this sound to produce VAULTS - HARMONIUM, making it much easier for many more appreciative sound-seekers to experience its musical magic.

Composer Christian Henson — original founder of The Crow Hill Company — freely admits to being a big fan: “It’s got to be one of my favourite instruments. It can bring a simplicity to music — dare I say it, a quaintness, but because of its timbral complexities, it’s also massively expressive.”

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Korg Wavestate - "Synthwave" Soundset (40 Performances)

video upload by LFOstore

"Fire up the engine of your Korg Wavestate and ignite a time warp to the golden age of analog synths and neon-drenched aesthetics. "Synthwave" is a powerhouse collection of 40 performance-ready presets meticulously crafted for one purpose: to deliver the authentic, punchy, and nostalgic sound of the 1980s with a touch of a modern vision!

From the opening scene of a retro-futuristic thriller to the main title of your next synthwave anthem, this soundset is your all-access pass to the decade that defined electronic music. This collection is a complete production toolkit, featuring punchy basslines, driving drumloops, warm neon leads, lush keyboards, hypnotic sequences and analog-style pads!

'Synthwave' isn't just inspired by the past—it's built for the future of synthesis. Every preset leverages the Wavestate’s advanced wave sequencing, vector mixing, and motion control to create dynamic, evolving sounds that feel alive and authentically. All presets are modulation wheel - assigned. This soundset is perfect for synthwave & retrowave producers, film & game composers and every Wavestate owner ready to unlock the ultimate retro-futuristic experience!

Please find more detailed description and download link here - https://ottolfo.sellfy.store/wavestate"

Erik Norlander's Farfisa Compact Duo CD/30 Dual Keyboard Organ

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video upload by moogfoundation

via this Reverb listing

"A rare vintage combo organ with that unmistakable Farfisa sound. Removable, fold-out bottom reveals fold-down legs (one or two screws missing but still functional) and hard-wired power cable. Cable connects to the external Farfisa F/AR unit which provides power and contains the spring reverb. This unit is functionally good but it could use some internal contact cleaning in a few areas. We coaxed some very usable tones out of it in the demo video! The case itself has been "well-loved," showing moderate surface scuffs from travel.

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This is the Compact Duo CD/30, one of Farfisa’s higher-end models from the late ’60s; basically a two-manual version of the Compact with expanded voicing and richer tone-shaping options. A favorite among garage rockers, psych bands, and analog synth fans alike.

Features:

Two manuals (upper and lower keyboards) for split/layered playing
Vibrato, tone boost, and percussion controls
Bass and organ voices with classic Farfisa tabs
Mark I version
The Compact Duo was used extensively by Pink Floyd (Echoes, etc.); a favorite for its gritty tone and punchy presence on stage and in the studio.

30% of the sale supports the Bob Moog Foundation, preserving the legacy of electronic music and inspiring future generations."

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Vintage 1969 Moog IIIc Vintage Modular Synth

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via this Reverb listing

"Stunning 1969 Moog IIIc modular synth: two cabinets, two keyboards for sale in original condition on behalf of the owner.

In very good original/ex-factory condition with no modifications. The owner says "I'm the 2nd owner since it left NYC in the early 70's - all modules signed and dated - might need a service on the Filter Coupler but she is very tidy for 50 years old."

While it is in good working order for a 50+ year old synth, we would advise that a sympathetic service be carried out for future reliability."

A few of the visibal SNs:

Model 904C SN 533-11-69
Model 901 B SN 634-070
Model 901 B 596-12-69

Listed at $135,646.61 + $2,796.84 Shipping

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Erik Norlander Announces Keyboard Sale to Benefit the Bob Moog Foundation

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Reverb's press release follows. Pics are via The Bob Moog Foundation. I'll be capturing some of the listings here on MATRIXSYNTH daily for posterty. See the Erik Norlander Listings label.

October 20, 2025 (Asheville, NC) – Musician, composer, and music technologist, Erik Norlander, is selling a collection of 40+ vintage and current synthesizers and keyboards on Reverb.com starting on October 6th. Thirty percent of the proceeds will be donated to the Bob Moog Foundation to support its work in education, archive preservation, and the operations of the Moogseum. Erik Norlander’s Bob Moog Foundation Benefit Sale can be accessed here.

Some of the notable synthesizers and keyboards for sale include: Oberheim Matrix-12, OB-Xa and OB-8 analog synthesizers, Rhodes (ARP) Chroma analog synthesizer, Rhodes Mark V and Mark II electric pianos, Farfisa Compact Duo CD/30 combo organ, Farfisa Syntorchestra, Korg Maxikorg DV800, Logan String Melody string synthesizer, Roland VP-330 MK-1 Vocoder, and the Waldorf Q wavetable synth keyboard, among many others.

“I am excited to offer part of my rather sprawling keyboard collection for sale to benefit the Bob Moog Foundation,” noted Norlander.

“I have been a supporter of the Foundation since 2007, and I strongly believe in generating funding to empower its work in education, archive preservation, and the operations of the Moogseum.”

Erik Norlander is an accomplished keyboardist, composer and producer with over 40 album credits including nine solo albums, seven with his Rocket Scientists project, and 11 albums with vocalist wife, Lana Lane. He serves as a member of the Board of Advisors of the Bob Moog Foundation. Erik toured and recorded with Asia Featuring John Payne from 2007 to 2014 and recorded two albums with the Asia spinoff project, Dukes of the Orient, in the years following. He toured extensively in the US and Europe in 2016-2018 with Last in Line featuring original Dio members Vinny Appice and Vivian Campbell. Before Last in Line, Erik toured with Big Noize, a supergroup featuring hard rock all stars, Joe Lynn Turner, Simon Wright and Carlos Cavazo. Erik also wrote the music and produced the album, Roswell Six - Beyond the Horizon, in 2009 for science fiction author, Kevin J. Anderson, in support of the first of his Terra Incognita fantasy novels.

Outside of the music world, Erik co-designed the UNO Synth analog synthesizers for IK Multimedia, carrying on the legacy of his design work on the legendary Alesis Andromeda analog synthesizer in the late 1990s. Erik also created IK Multimedia’s Syntronik virtual instrument libraries based solely on samples of his synth collection along with scores of sample libraries for SampleTank 4. Prior to that, Erik was the first synthesizer product manager for Alesis Studio Electronics and presided over the creation of the QS series of synthesizers, DM5 and DM Pro drum modules and several other products. He is currently the Director of Keyboard Product Development for Moog Music and the inMusic Family of Brands."

Rest In Peace Jon Andersen

video upload by Jon Andersen

Friday morning classical guitar and strings

video upload by Jon Andersen

This one is in via John L Rice who had the following to say:

"'Just me' on ModWiggler spotted this Facebook post of Jon Andersen’s family seeking help and information on selling his Synthesizers.com modular. They posted a link to a video of his from 5 years ago of a performance he did with his modular and a couple keyboards. He only had one other video where he plays guitar and a keyboard."

Both videos are featured above.

Click through the Facebook link if you'd like to help or just leave your condolensces.

1010music bento ~ The Sampling Synthesizer and Sequencing Workhorse

video upload by RetroSound

"supported by UVI: http://bit.ly/retrosound-uvi

Last week arrived my prize from the Keyboards Synthesizer competition. 🙂 Some of you voted for me. Yes, no vintage synthesizer. :D I promised I would make a demo. And here we are.

Call me crazy, but I couldn't tear myself away from it all weekend. I loaded all my drum machine samples from the last 30 years into the box, along with waveforms from my synthesizers. This thing is a sound and performance monster. Even as a sampling drum machine alone, it's worth its weight in gold. Sampling with extensive editing options such as slicing, chopping up samples, multi-sampling , real-time and step sequencing, granular synthesis, etc. Everything under one roof. Bento works scene-based like Ableton Live, for example, which means you first build the individual components and then put everything together into a song at the end. The advantage of this is that you can rebuild and rearrange the song in real time over and over again.
It's still in the early stages of development and updates are coming out all the time, but even in its current state, Bento is super awesome.

here is the bento:
0:06 Intro
0:18 Sample Processing
1:08 Granular
1:36 Track Programming
2:47 RetroSound Demo Song 1 (Electro)
3:56 RetroSound Demo Song 2 (Synthwave)
5:29 Drum Sample Processing

RetroSound synthesizer demo videos since january 2007.
Everything is free. If you like my work, you can also support me with the purchase of my merchandise stuff or my music.

Shop: https://retrosound.creator-spring.com/
Bandcamp: https://retrosound.bandcamp.com/"

🎹 Arturia ASTROLAB 61 Expressive Keyboard –MUSIC DEMO (w Gerard Miralpeix KB player)

video upload by FutureMusic.es

"Step into the future of performance keyboards with our exclusive Music Demo featuring the Arturia AstroLab 61 —a groundbreaking stage instrument that bridges classic sound, modern workflow, and next-level flexibility for live musicians and creators.

#astrolab #arturia #musickeyboard

Timeline
00:00 Only Music ASTROLAB 61 demo with Gerard Miralpeix
00:01 Warm Awesome Strings
01:27 Choir Vibratos
02:40 Tension E Velo Keys
04:19 Studio Urban Piano
04:48 Broken E
05:57 Vocoder lines
06:32 Intimate tones
07:16 EP Hope
07:36 Brass ST crossover
09:13 Happy vocoder Outro"

Echograin Tranzwave 2 Software Synthesizer Inspired by the Ensoniq Fizmo

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video upload by AMAZONA Music Mag



via Echograin

Introducing Tranzwave, a powerful wavetable Synthesizer, inspired by an unsung hero from the late 90’s: The Ensoniq Fizmo.

The flexible modulation engine, coupled with creative editing and randomization features, simplifies the creation of new, innovative sounds. Tranzwave brings all the wavetables from the Fizmo into the modern age for new creative explorations. With its user-friendly interface, Tranzwave provides complete control over wavetable and effect controls, making the creation of new sounds both fun and easy.

Tranzwave – A Tribute to Fizmo’s DNA

In the late 1990s Ensoniq pioneered “Transwaves”, a unique form of wavetable synthesis notably featured in their Fizmo synthesizer. Unlike earlier forms of wavetable synthesis, which could sometimes produce more static or stepped sounds, Ensoniq’s technology facilitated fluid transitions between different waveforms within a wavetable.
This innovation led to the creation of evolving, dynamic soundscapes. Ensoniq’s approach allowed for a more seamless and organic morphing of sounds, enabling musicians to craft rich, textured audio experiences that changed over time. This method offered a fresh and novel way to explore sonic possibilities, distinguishing it from the more digital and discrete transitions of previous wavetable synthesizers like the PPG Wave. Although the Ensoniq Fizmo, which utilized Transwaves, did not achieve widespread fame, its distinctive approach to wavetable synthesis marked a significant development in the evolution of electronic sound and influenced modern synthesis techniques.

Tranzwave brings this older, unique wavetable concept, known as Transwaves, into the modern era of music production. By sampling each frame of these Transwaves, Tranzwave offers a rich and dynamic sonic palette that captures the essence of these early digital synthesizers. It’s akin to having a vast library of colors and shades at your disposal, offering endless possibilities for creating new and innovative sounds.

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Modwave The Magic Video Demo

video upload by LFOstore

"LFO Store presents 'The Magic' – An Enchanted Soundset for Korg Modwave, designed by OttO K. Schwarz – LFO Store’s Sound Alchemist!

Unlocking the portal to sonic sorcery is a very fascinating experience - so step into a realm where sound becomes spellcraft with "The Magic"—a meticulously crafted collection of 40 sample-based presets for the Korg Modwave. This soundset transforms your synthesizer into a gateway of mystical atmospheres, ancient textures, and ethereal melodies, perfect for scoring fantasy worlds, medieval tales, and otherworldly adventures.

Here you will find:
Mystical Bells & Chimes (crystalline tones that shimmer like fairy dust);
Evolving Pads: Swirling atmospheres of forgotten forests and hidden realms;
Multi-Layered Keyboards: Ethereal pianos, haunted harpsichords, and celestial mallet instruments;
Atmospheric Textures: Distant echoes and magical FX.

The soundset is designed by OttO K. Schwarz - renowned sound designer for Access Music, Modal Electronics, Native Instruments. This collection of presets gives you an opportunity to create your own journey through sonic realms - with medieval castles, enchanted forests with whispering trees and hidden magical creatures, ancient rituals with ceremonial bells and chanting atmospheres and celestial spheres of otherworldly pads!

It is perfect for Film & Game Composers scoring fantasy, historical, or mystical projects, ambient music producers, sound designers and all Korg Modwave users! The Magic doesn't just play notes—it weaves spells. Let your music become the soundtrack to legends yet untold.

Please find the soundset here - https://ottolfo.sellfy.store/modwave"

Introducing the Sequential Fourm

video upload by Sequential

Update: the first user videos added below. Note: this post is pinned on top, see below for new posts going up throughout the day.]

"Fourm 4-voice analog synth with polyphonic aftertouch

Fourm is a compact analog synthesizer that invites you to play, shape, and perform with unprecedented expression. With its legendary Sequential tone, hands-on modulation, and uniquely responsive Tactive™ keybed, Fourm is a creative partner helping to bring your musical ideas to life.

Synth sounds and drums exclusively by Fourm. Composed by Peter Dyer."

https://sequential.com

See the dealers on the right of the site for availabily.

User videos:



Playlist:

1. The new Sequential Fourm in 60 seconds! #analogsynth #synth - Available at Signal Sounds
2. Sequential FOURM -- J3PO demo & overview
3. Sequential Fourm Analog Synth INHALT Demo & Discussion
4. Sequential FOURM Review — Classic synth sounds in a small package! - BoBeats
5. Introducing the Sequential Fourm Synth | First Look & Demo - Gear4music Synths & Tech
6. Sequential Fourm: Poly aftertouch, stacked waves, expressive arps – First look and sound demo - MusicRadar Tech
7. Sequential Fourm Performances & Overview - Sweetwater Soundcheck
8. SEQUENTIAL FOURM: the synth we’ve ALL been waiting for? - Projet Home Studio

Press release and pics follow:


Sequential Introduces Fourm: A Four-Voice Analog Synth with Polyphonic Aftertouch

A New Fourm of Expression

San Francisco, CA — September 23, 2025 — Sequential has announced the release of its most affordable, synthesizer to date. Fourm is a compact, 100% analog instrument that redefines expressive electronic performance. With its warm, organic tone, hands-on modulation routing, and a uniquely responsive polyphonic aftertouch keyboard, Fourm is ready to bring your musical ideas to life.

At its core, Fourm delivers four analog voices of genuine Sequential sound, derived from the legendary Prophet-5 — complete with dual oscillators, a classic 4-pole lowpass filter, and envelope curves modeled after the 1978 original. The result is unmistakable Sequential warmth and punch, now with overdriven feedback for a performance-ready edge.

For the first time in 40 years, Sequential has returned to polyphonic aftertouch. The team developed the new Tactive™ slim-keys poly AT keybed to work in concert with Fourm’s analog synthesis engine. Every element was co-designed and precisely calibrated to unlock new levels of expression, enabling a deeper connection to our signature sound that no off-the-shelf keybed could deliver. The result is a more expressive bond between player and instrument, energizing new modes of creativity.

“Wowww holy smokes: this thing sounds and feels amazing,” said Bryn Bliska, (keyboards for Chappell Roan, Maggie Rogers, Jacob Collier). “The polyphonic aftertouch is seriously so fun… Sequential nailed it.”

“We’re so excited to bring this innovative all-analog keyboard into the world,” said David Gibbons, Sequential CEO. “At a price-point that most people expect to pay for a monophonic synth, we think this product will invite legions of musicians who have longed for the magic of polyphonic analog sounds to start their journey of discovery with Sequential.”

Notably inspired by the Pro~One, Fourm’s top-panel modulation matrix puts deep sound design at your fingertips—no menu diving required. Modulation sources and destinations are clearly labeled, connections are made with a button press, and color-coded indicators make even complex routings easy to manage.

With its compact footprint, professional-grade build, and a sound engine rooted in Sequential’s most iconic instruments, Fourm is a powerful new voice in analog synthesis.

About Sequential
Sequential has been at the forefront of synthesizer innovation since 1974, creating instruments that inspire musicians and shape the sound of modern music. With a legacy built on the iconic Prophet synthesizers, Sequential continues to push the boundaries of sound design with cutting-edge technology and exceptional craftsmanship.

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