Ekzil - "Fantasy dream" : Circuit Track + Volcas sample / keys / bass

video upload by Geoffroy AULAGNER

"for 2024 I decided to challenge myself to release a new song every month 😃
I'm already a little late, so I should release 2 songs this month 😅

I decided once again to use my Volca samples. I think it's my first video with the 3 Volcas !

This last song has many parts. I would really appreciate if you tell me what your favorite part is, and which part would need to be reworked for the "mastered" version 😉

I resumed a music that I had composed on Ableton Live some time ago. I decided to take it again in dawless format 🎹
You can listen the original one here : https://soundcloud.com/ekzil/enter-th...

I hope you enjoy listening to it as much as I enjoy making it 🤩

Setup:
Novation Circuit Tracks: Drums, pad, second melody
Volca Samples: second layer of drums / transitions
Volca Keys: Lead melody
Volca Bass: Bass
Korg NTS-1: reverb, chorus, build up with the noise oscillator
"

Super Lazy Sci Fi Soundtrack 3 - SmplTrek Liven MEGA Korg Volca Keys NTS1

video upload by ChrisLody

https://chrislody.bandcamp.com
https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SymetriC...

"The Synth Tray 2 saga continues. It's now grown a little to include a battery bank to power the NTS-1 that you can see tucked under the cables behind the SmlpTrek. This has 2 outputs so it's also able to power my handmade midi thru box now I've made a cable for it, you can see it at the top right. I've also added a Little Bear MC5 mixer which is sat behind the ELZ_1 play. This is really just a temporary fix because I plan to replace it with a Bastl Bestie when I can justify dropping £200 on one.

So a bit about how this is all setup. The SmplTrek is controlling all the midi in this setup with multiple midi tracks set to different channels. The midi out goes to the midi thru splitter box which then connects into the Liven MEGA and Korg Volca Keys. The SmplTrek is also playing the deep pad from the beginning which was sampled out of the ELZ_1 play into it, and the drum loop. When I'm using this in a sofa session I mix the external gear on the Little Bear MC5 and monitor all the audio through the SmplTrek and usually add a little of my send effect to the output, but this time when I recorded it for this video I connected all the separate instrument outputs to my audio interface instead to give me a greater level of control over the final mix.

The Korg Volca connects through the NTS1 in this jam and I'm using the Hammond Eggs Music - Haze reverb. It contains a high pass filter so it's great for making top end pad/string type sounds. I checked this list of available plugins for the NTS1 recently and found loads of new stuff I didn't know about. Mine is absolutely full now :)

I'm using the ELZ_1 play to play the Liven MEGA here and using the LFO set to a speed of zero as a upward pitch bend. The current firmware of the ELZ_1 play has no 'local control off' function which makes it hard to use as a controller and sound module while composing in a setup like this as playing external midi channels also triggers the internal sound engine. I've suggested adding 'local control off' as an option, so fingers crossed for that one.

The MiniDisc player isn't really part of the setup I've been using, but it was nice to see it fit neatly with everything else :) I was planning to record the output down a global track on the SmplTrek, but they're mono so the ambience lost something when I did that, so I resorted to just playing it live and looping the track. The ambient recording is of my home town of Boston, Lincolnshire, UK.

The NTS1 is being used as an insert effect here (the Volca Keys is passing straight through) but once I buy a Bastl Bestie there is a way to use that in a send/return configuration which will be very useful from such a smaller mixer."

Ekzil feat. Calaveyre - "Nightstalk" : Circuit Tracks / Volca bass & keys

video upload by Geoffroy AULAGNER

"I'm proud to present to you my new dawless setup for a new aggressive music 😁

I have tested 2 new pieces of hardware:
- the boss DS-2, to get a more aggressive bass from the Volca Bass 😈 The rendering is crazy 😱
- the Volca Keys. this one has a resonnant filter that I love very much ..

The setup 🎹:
Novation Circuit Tracks: Pad, drums, 2nd bass
Volca Bass + Boss DS-2: Main bass
Volca keys: Melodies
Korg NTS-1 / potarbox: Reverb, ping pong delay, chorus, build-up (with the noise osc)
PO33 KO: Voices (from my friend @calaveyre )."

KORG GONE WILD - 9 new products in 2 days OMG!!

video upload by Woody Piano Shack

"Summary of what you need to know about and my thoughts about all these cool new synths, modules, effects and stage pianos!

NEW KORG MICROKORG MK2
KORG KINGKORG NEO
KORG GRANDSTAGE X
KORG OPSIX MK2
KORG OPSIX MODULE
KORG WAVESTATE MODULE
KORG WAVESTATE MODULE
KORG NTS-3 KAOSS PAD
KORG NTSS-1 SYNTH

MORE WOODY PIANO SHACK
► https://woodypianoshack.com

You can find KORG's announcement posts here.

KORG Introduces Nu:Tekt NTS-1 mkII digital kit

video upload by Korg

"Experience hands-on, fun music-making with this DIY, easy-to-assemble synthesizer and effects generator. The compact and incredibly powerful NTS-1 mkII now offers an array of new features: refreshed interface, more customization options, new keyboard, built-in sequencer, fresh sounds, expanded MIDI capabilities all in the palm of your hand. (Tool included, no soldering needed)."

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Ekzil - "Chasing illusions" : Circuit Track / Volca sample / Volca bass

video upload by Geoffroy AULAGNER

"Today I wanted to test a completely new setup, more compact. I said goodbye to my favorite midi controller. I decided to use uniquely the synths performance capability.
I took out the Volca Sample 2 that I never managed to use .. until now 😁
The "step jump" function of the volca sample is really interesting in a live context ! it allows you to make original transitions..

Hope you like it !

Setup:
Novation Circuit Tracks: Drums, bass, chords progression
Volca sample 2: Drums
Volca Bass: main melody
Korg NTS-1: reverb, chorus, build up with the noise oscillator and outro melody (with FM oscillator)

This jam was performed and recorded live to a stereo output.
I edited the mix in Ableton, by adding EQ and compression."

TRS Split - CV/Audio signal distributor

video upload by Der Mann mit der Maschine

"TRS Split is a multipurpose CV and audio signal distribution module. It has three 3.5 mm TRS (tip/ring/sleeve - stereo) jacks and six ordinary 3.5 mm mono jacks.

It contains 3 identical sections set up as following:

Upper jack carries the tip signal
Middle jack carries the stereo/dual signal
Lower jack carries the ring signal

Each section can either split a stereo signal into two mono signals or join two mono signals into one stereo signal. The module does not have any active components and does not need a power supply.

Use cases:

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TRS Tool - Stereo/Dual CV/Audio/MIDI signal multipurpose module

video upload by Der Mann mit der Maschine

"TRS Tool is a multipurpose CV and audio signal distribution module for working with 3.5 mm stereo jacks (tip/ring/sleeve). These jacks are common for stereo audio but also for MIDI.

The TRS TOOL has no active components and does not need a power supply. It contains 3 different sections set up as following from top to bottom:

TRS Split

The upper jack carries the tip signal
The middle jack carries the stereo/dual signal
The Lower jack carries the ring signal

Use cases:

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UVI Introduces Synth Anthology 4

video uploads by UVI

Note the above is a playlist featuring 4 videos. You can use the player controls to skip through them or just watch them all in order.

Details on Synth Anthology 4 follow:

The authentic sound of 200 synthesizers, from vintage to modern
4,000+ presets and layers deliver incredible sound with hardware soul
Feature-packed dual-layer engine with fx, arpeggiator and more

Synth Anthology 4 - A Synthesizer Tour de Force
https://www.uvi.net/synth-anthology-4

Rebuilt from the ground-up, Synth Anthology 4 now features the authentic hardware sound of 200 vintage and modern synthesizers, a fully redesigned engine with powerful features, fx, arpeggiator, smart sound suggestion engine, native MPE support, and more.
A dreamlike collection!

Also included in SonicPass ➡️ https://www.uvi.net/sonicpass

Video credits: Anthony Hak
Music Credits: Théo & Thomas

"The Best Keeps Getting Better

What's new in version 4?

Almost everything!
We've rebuilt the engine from the ground-up, added more synths, more presets, more effects, more filters, more modulation, a dedicated browser, a second fully-customizable layer for creating hybrid and blended timbres, an all-new smart suggestion engine that helps you quickly find similar sounds, a more powerful arpeggiator/phraser, bus effects, native MPE support, and more!

Real Hardware Sounds There is something unmistakable about the sound of a real hardware synth, from subtle differences between voice circuits and drift to the varied way filters bite into the sound; there's a distinct character and energy. Synth Anthology 4 delivers the authentic and uncompromising hardware sound with all the conveniences of a modern software instrument.

Every piece of hardware represents a unique creative vision, sonic character, innovations, and strengths. Whatever you're looking for, from analog to digital, vintage classic to future classic, you will find it here. Synth Anthology 4 delivers an incredible collection of hardware, every major manufacturer, every type of synthesis, every era, 200 synthesizers in all.

You won't find a more complete collection anywhere else."

The list:

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Ekzil - "Stellar clouds": Circuit Track / Microfreak / Volca bass

video upload by Geoffroy AULAGNER

"This is my new song produced with my favorite setup !
I really enjoyed creating this new "pluck" sound on the Arturia Microfreak. The modulation matrice offers countless possibilities 🤩

My setup 🎹:
Microfreak : arpeggio, melody 1
Volca Bass: bass, melody 2
Novation Circuit Tracks: Chords, drums, bass
Korg NTS-1 / potarbox: reverb, ping pong delay, transition

This semi-improvised jam was performed and recorded live to a stereo output. As usual, I have edited the mix in Ableton to make sure I'm getting the best volume out of the track."

NTS-2：現代ミュージシャンの為の多機能ツール（待望の単体キット発売！）

video upload by KORG INC.

"Nu:Tekt NTS-2 オシロスコープ・キットは、4 チャンネル・オシロスコープをベースにしたCV（コントロール・ボルテージ）信号とオーディオ信号を同時にモニタリングできるミュージシャン向けの DIY 多機能ツールです。
高い評価を得た「PATCH & TWEAK with KORG」とのバンドルで発売されたNTS-2が、待望の単体キットとして発売されました。"

English:

NTS-2: The modern musician's multi-tool (now available as a stand-alone kit!)

video upload by Korg

"The Nu:Tekt NTS-2 oscilloscope kit is a DIY multifunctional tool for musicians. Building on a 4-channel oscilloscope - monitoring control voltage (CV) and audio signals alike - NTS-2 also packs a flexible waveform generator, a spectrum analyzer, and tuner functionality into a build-it-yourself device which fits in the palm of your hand!
Originally released in a bundle with the critically acclaimed “PATCH & TWEAK with KORG”, the long awaited NTS-2 is now available as a stand-alone kit."

Why to Love the Korg NTS-2 Oscilloscope (spoiler: because it's WAY more than just a scope)

video upload by Rochefsky

"On my modular eurorack system I take my oscilloscope / tuner for granted - and on my desktop synths I really needed a similar solution. I always need a tuner, I often want to see the shape of the audio or LFO modulation waves I'm using, I also often want to check the voltage outputs of certain CV signals - and with my semi-modulars - like the Moog Mother-32 or Grandmother synth, I could really use a secondary LFO for modulation - and I'm not always near my eurorack system for that.
The Korg NTS-2 Oscilloscope has become my perfect answer. It was a $229 kit (including a beautiful $45 hardcover book...) and does all of the above with loads of options.
In this video I'm just giving an overview of most of the features in case you're considering it and want a walkthrough before you buy.
Here's what's in the video:
0:00 - intro
1:07 - inputs/outputs
2:15 - controls
2:45 - modes
3:05 - Scope
6:00 - Wave Generator
9:20 - FFT / Spectrum
10:25 - Tuner
11:38 - Global Settings
12:10 - surprise.

Using an #oscillator is a great learning tool and a sound design tool - and the Korg NTS-2 not only gives you that, but so much more."

Quick Build of the Korg NTS-2 Oscilloscope and example of scoping a simple bass line beat

video upload by Rochefsky

"I acquired the Korg NTS-1 Oscilloscope in an Amazon special which came with the book 'Patch and Tweak' - so figured I'd film the building process and immediately follow with a sample use scoping the background bass line beat to this video.

The scope is quite useful for my non-eurorack gear because:
- I can move it around easily
- it runs on batteries (2 AA)
- it has 2 inputs and thru ports
- it has a TUNER (!!)
- it is TINY!

loads more features than I tested so far... happy to try some for viewers who have specific questions..."

New Module: Making Sound Machines - Farbshaper. Classic Analog Waveshaper in 4HP

video upload by Making Sound Machines

"Getting ready for #superbooth 2023! Really excited to see all our friends and fellow makers again!

This year, we will be introducing our brand new Farbfilter series, and the best thing is, we have a small batch of DIY kits packed! If you join our workshop at @superboothberlin, you can solder the DIY version with our lead engineer Enrica and be the first to get your hands on one of these modules!

In this video, Enrica is playing the #Farbshaper - a classic westcoast analog #waveshaper for Eurorack, designed to add overtones with two CV controlled stages. This module is a non-linear shaper, and it's perfect for electronic and acoustic sounds, ranging from gentle timbral transformation to colourful wavefolding in 4HP.

In this patch, we're sending a MIDI sequence from Stolperbeats to the @WeAreElektron Model:Cycles, with the audio from Model:Cycles processed through the left Farbshaper. The module gets some extra CV modulation from Stolperbeats' envelope out, generating velocity curves from the drum pattern.

The bassline is a pulse wave from @apolloview9305's fabulous Allscillator complex VCO (kits available from @ThonkSynthDIY ), its pitch sequenced with This is Not Rocket Science's @thisisnotrocketscience3942 Tuesday procedural sequencer - a fantastic module that keeps on cropping up in @DivKid clips. The pulse wave is folded using the righthand Farbshaper, with CV input from TiNRS Tuesday's velocity and accent out.

Enrica is tweaking Farbshaper's Gain, Fold and Pleat parameters. With CV patched, Farbshapers knobs become attenuators for the incoming voltage. The little oscilloscope is the awesome battery-driven Korg NTS-2, which came with a lovely book by @BJOOKS on @KorgOfficial synthesizers.

The Model:Cycles sounds are derived from a factory patch, so shout out to @sm0hm and the Elektron team for the lovely and inspiring FM synth they created and also check out Ess' awesome new max4live stuff at @ForsFM!

Find out more about the modules here: https://makingsoundmachines.com/farbf...

More info on the workshop:

Saturday 13.05.2023,
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Superbooth DIY Area
Berlin

https://www.superbooth.com/en/events/

Or join us on Sunday for the DIY afterparty:

Sunday 14.05.2023,
ca 5:00 pm
DIY Kit Day
Klunkerkranich
Berlin"

Farbfilter is a classic analog transistor ladder lowpass filter for Eurorack. It is a staple of subtractive synthesis and famous for its rich warm sound. We enhanced its palette with a colourful drive and CV controlled resonance.

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KORG NTS-2 oscilloscope D.I.Y. Kit

video upload by Jarkko Tuohimaa

"Short video showing easy process of assembling KORG Nu-Tekt NTS-2 Kit. Mainly it is just screwing parts together... MiniMoog Voyager bass (part) is displayed at the video on NTS-2 oscilloscope."

Korg NTS-2 Oscilliscope Book & Kit

video upload by Korg

"The NuTekt NTS-2 is not just an oscilloscope, it can do much more including tuning and waveform generation. Here, one of our product specialists @talsounds builds & demo's the NuTekt NTS-2 combined with the volcafm. #nts2 #nts1 #build #tweak #patch #timelapse #synth #volca #korgsynth #synthjam #synthesizers #fyp #foryou"

KORG NTS-2 Now Shipping w/ “Patch & Tweak with Korg”

via @KorgUK

🚨🚨 NTS-2 is shipping now! 🎉🎉

Available now, it ships alongside a copy of “Patch & Tweak with Korg” - a fascinating read exploring synthesis that features more than 25 exclusive interviews.

Get yours now: https://loom.ly/tc6gj6s

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You can find additional posts including demos in previous posts here.

TOP 10 Synthesizer & Music Hardware Announcements from Superbooth 2022 According to Perfect Circuit

video upload by Perfect Circuit

"SUPERBOOTH! It's like the E3 of Synthesizers, the Met Gala of Drum Machines, the Westminster of Modular. We're counting down our TOP PICKS for the coolest stuff we saw at the show !

https://bit.ly/3G1rOxs - Our Signal Coverage of Superbooth !

Pre-Order our top picks !
https://bit.ly/3wusys1 - Polyend Play Groovebox
https://bit.ly/3G1tsiC - Bastl Pizza Oscillator
https://bit.ly/3yKgtjN - Roland Aira Compact
https://bit.ly/3wuXOXV - Korg NTS-2
https://bit.ly/3w8rXMo - Endorphin.es & Andrew Huang GHOST Multi-FX
https://bit.ly/3G5NNn1 - OP-1 Field
https://bit.ly/3sLqutl - Erica Synths Syntrix & LXR-02"

Superbooth 22: Korg - NTS-2 Oscilloscope

video upload by sonicstate

"Malte gave us our first glimpse of the NTS-2, and we were surprised to find that it's an oscilloscope!

The NTS-2 has 4 inputs, and up to 4 signals can be displayed on its bright, sharp screen at once, and it can even display X-Y oscilloscope art, if you wish. It gives us a function generator to generate control voltage from LFO to audio range. It also has a spectrum analyser mode and even has a tuner function. All this, and for a limited time, Korg have even thrown in a beautiful hardback edition of Patch and Tweak with Korg!

Available now. Price: £165.00, 229 euro"

KORG NTS-2 Review // and 5 ways I use oscilloscopes & FFTs // NTS2 Tutorial

video upload by loopop

Announcement post here

TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
1:15 Overview
1:55 Assembly
3:00 Connectivity
3:55 Oscilloscope
7:10 XY & scope art
9:00 FFT Spectrum
10:45 Tuner
11:30 Waves
15:45 Settings
16:00 SCOPE IDEAS
16:20 Nothing
17:20 Levels
17:50 Seeing sounds
19:30 Seeing CV
20:10 Signal chain
20:30 Pros & cons
22:15 More tips?