Solina String Ensemble plus ARP 2600 and System 55

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This video on the Solina String Ensemble picks up where the Behringer Video left off. We explore the I/O jacks for this string machine. We connect it the modular System 55 and the semi-modular 2600.

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
0:54 - Front Panel Controls
5:01 - Semi-Modular Patch Points
7:14 - Ex 1 - Insert the 914 Fixed Filter Bank
9:36 - Ex 2 - VCA Control In with BARP 2600 external
14:43 - EX 3 - Create a Paraphonic Synth like the ARP Omni
18:06 - Conclusion"

AM1031 Multipurpose Filter

video upload by O.Z. Hall

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
1:02 - Front Panel Controls
2:15 - History and Description
3:18 - ARP 1047 vs AM1031 - Peak Mode
4:09 - A/B audio test 1 - Notch based phase shifter sound
5:52 - A/B audio test 2 - Notch vs Peak with varying Resonance (Q)
9:46 - Conclusion

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This video examines the AMSynths AM1031 Multipurpose Filter. This state variable filter was created by Dennis Collin who also created the ARP 1047 Multimode Filter. The two filters are similar, but the 1031 includes an addition response called Peak.

My 1047 video, part 1
Behringer ARP 2500 1047 Multimode Filter Part1 - Resonator/Percussion [posted here]

None of these links are affiliate links.

The AM1031 product page. https://www.amsynthstore.co.uk/produc...

AMSynths Plans 2024 - Ten ARP 2500 Modules! [posted here]

Demo of the Peak response of the
Triangulum Research AT 327, which is a 2018 clone of the AR 327 Aries module. [below]

AT 327 basic demo

video upload by brokenwave

"This is a simple demonstration of the AT-327 Multimode Filter from Triangulum Research.
The AT-327 is a multimode filter based on the Aries AR-327; a filter designed by Dennis Colin in 1975 for Aries Inc. in Massachusetts. Dennis Colin designed many important filters for ARP, Aries, and Oberheim, but the Aries filters are hard to come by. Their design is similar to that of the ARP 1047, but was simplified to reduce cost and make use of newer components that had come on the market as of 1975.
I have a particular fondness for the rich and sometimes gristly analog timbres produced by the Aries System 300 modules, and as challenge to myself, decided to adapt their designs to the very popular eurorack standard. This is the first character in the series."

How to Use the CU1A

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This how to video demonstrates several example uses for the Behringer CU1A Ultra-Low Latency 2 In/2 Out USB/Audio Interface for Eurorack.

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
0:35 - Ex 1 - Record your Eurorack synth
1:59 - Ex 2 - Process computer audio with your Eurorack synth
4:22 - Ex 3 - Process Ableton Live audio on your Eurorack synth
7:59 - Conclusion"

CU1A How to install and configure

video upload by O.Z. Hall

"This how to video explains how to confighure the Behringer CU1A Ultra-Low Latency 2 In/2 Out USB/Audio Interface for Eurorack. This configuration includes configuration in the Windows OS as well as in the Audacity application.

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
1:02 - CU1A Front Panel
1:44 - CU1A Hardware Configuration
2:38- USB - Windows Driver and Device Properties
4:24 - Audacity - selecting the CU1A and testing
5:45 - Conclusion"

Behringer ARP 2500 ARP 2600 Sample System 5

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This video looks at the original ARP 2500 brochure which included six sample systems. Sample system 5 started with an ARP 2600 and added a wing cabinet with ARP 2500 modules. We create the Sample System 5 using the Behringer ARP 2600 and Behringer ARP 2500 modules in a Behringer Go Case. We also price out this system.

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
0:40 - ARP 2500 Sample Systems Original Pricing
2:39 - ARP 2500 Sample System 5
4:55 - ARP 2500 Sample System 5 pricing
6:35 - Conclusion"

Behringer Arp 2500 System Demo 1 - No Talking

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I recently specified a 4x140hp Eurorack modular system using mostly Behringer ARP 2500 modules. The recent price drop on these modules made this system affordable for me. Here is my first published generative soundscape with this new system."

Pt 2 System 55 Example Patches from the Quick Start Guide

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This video is Part 2 of a two part series. This series picks up where my “System 55 Patching for Absolute Beginners” video left off [posted here]. The Behringer Quick Start Guide has six example patches. In this video, we create those patches and make observations about what's common to them and what is different.

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
1:05 - Expressive Lead #2
5:06 - Mellow Organ
11:44 - Harmonic Sequence
16:55 - Part 2 Conclusion"

System 55 Example Patches from the Quick Start Guide Pt 1

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This video is Part 1 of a two part series. This series picks up where my 'System 55 Patching for Absolute Beginners' video [posted here] left off. The Behringer Quick Start Guide has six example patches. In this video, we create those patches and make observations about what's common to them and what is different.

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
0:57 - Behringer Quick Start Guide
1:37 - Space Rock
5:44 - Expressive Lead #1
13:32 - Percussive Lead
16:05 - Part 1 Conclusion"

EP 2 - New 2500 Modules - AM1028 Seq Volts use cases

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See the announcement post here.

"This video is the second in a series on a number of new modules from Amsynths which are companions to the Behringer ARP 2500 series of eurorack modules.

This video explores the AM1028 Sequential Volts from Amsynths to expand the Behringer 1027 Sequencer in the 2500 series.

Here are excerpts from Amsynths description of this module:

This 8HP module expands the capability of the Behringer 1027 sequencer by adding an additional column of variable control voltages.

The eight steps of the 1027 are mirrored in the 1028 with three precision control voltage outputs; one at 2V for controlling VCO's and two at 10V for controlling filters, amplifiers and VC env gens.

The AMSynths AM1028 fills in a piece of history by recreating the Slave Module, which we call Sequential Volts.

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Here's a ( not affiliate ) link to the module:
https://www.amsynthstore.co.uk/produc...

The User Manual:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/fe65mf..."

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro to the AM1028 Sequential Volts module
4:00 - Use Case 1 - Extra 2 Volt CV output for the 1027
4:30 - Use Case 2 - Use the 2 Volt CV to control the 1027 Internal Clock
5:11 - Use Case 3 - Use the 1027 Outputs A, B, C as a waveform via the 1050 Mix Seq w/audio rate
9:20 - Use Case 4 - 24 step sequence via 1050 seq switch plus AM1027 for 8 step sequence
10:48 - Use Case 5 - Use 1027 Channel C as a gate bus to drive 1003 Envelope to Voice 2 filter
12:36 - Conclusion"

EP 1 - New 2500 Modules - AM1004P Oscillator Mixer

video upload by O.Z. Hall

"This video is the first in a series on a number of new modules from Amsynths which are companions to the Behringer ARP 2500 series of eurorack modules.

Besides introducing the series, this video explores the AM1004P expander from Amsynths for the Behringer 1004 VCO in the 2500 series.

Here are excerpts from Amsynths description of this module:

The AM1004P module enables the Behringer 1004 module to be transformed from a T (toggle) version into a P (potentiometer version).

The AM1004P module has individual outputs available on jack sockets. Each waveform can also be mixed, using five small trimmer potentiometers, into the output channel, which has an overall MIX LEVEL potentiometer. and two mix jack socket outputs.

The AMSynths AM1004P fills in a piece of history by recreating the original ARP design using a Behringer 1004 module as a basis for expansion.

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Here's a ( not affiliate ) link to the module:
https://www.amsynthstore.co.uk/browse...

The User Manual and build document:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/6s9nrc..."

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro to Series on Amsynths 2500 Eurorack modules
1:22 - Amsynths background
3:36 - ARP 2500 VCO offerings
5:14 - AM1004T Expander
6:50 - Use Case 1 - individual outputs to "event sequence" them
9:02 - Use Case 2 - route an individual output for a parallel signal path
10:47 - Use Case 3 - mixing waveforms to booste or cut the fundamental frequency
14:56 - Use Case 4 - complex LFO waveforms
17:54 - Conclusion

Correction: Passive Mixing revisited

video upload by O.Z. Hall

"This video is a combination of a technical correction and a demonstration of a very inexpensive 2hp Passive Mixer kit from Synthrotek.com.

The error I'm correcting is in reference to Passive Mixing with a multiple. This error was in my System 55 Mixers video starting at about 2:30. [posted here]

Here's a link (not an affiliate link) to the product:
https://store.synthrotek.com/MIX-Kit_...
Here's a link to the build Assembly Instructions document:
https://www.synthrotek.com/kit-assemb...

TIMECODE

0:00 - Intro
1:30 - MIX Kit
2:28 - Use Cases for Passive Mixing
3:22 - Examples
4:02 - Mix Audio Waveforms
5:55 - Mix Low Frequency Waveforms
8:02 - LFO into Sample and Hold
9:50 - LFO into Quantizer
11:52 - Conclusion"

Behringer Four LFO - quad digital LFO module

video upload by O.Z. Hall

"This video covers the Behringer Four LFO module. The video is focused on musical uses for the four operational modes of the module. It is not a complete "how to" for the entire user interface.
Here is a link to the Four LFO Quick Start Guide. See pages 10-13 for details of the 'rules' of the user interface.
https://mediadl.musictribe.com/media/...

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TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
3:37 - Free Running Mode
7:33 - Quadrature Mode
11:43 - Phase Mode
14:34 - Divide Mode
17:27 - Conclusion"

Ep2 System 55 Patching Techniques - Bell Tones

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"This video is Episode 2 in a series on patching techniques for the Behringer System 55 eurorack modular synthesizer. These tricks and tips will often apply to any modular system.

This video documents a patch on which produces a tuned bell tone."

Ep1 System 55 Patching Techniques

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This video is Episode 1 in a series on patching techniques for the Behringer System 55 eurorack modular synthesizer. These tricks and tips will often apply to any modular system.
The video does not explain the entire patch in detail. It focuses on just a few techniques.
Learn how these techniques can bring your patches to life."

System 55 Patching for Absolute Beginners

video upload by O.Z. Hall

"This video is for the Absolute Beginner who wants to patch the System 55 like a pro. It gives step by step patching examples. It also provides a framework for understanding the concepts behind Subtractive Synthesis. The conclusion references the Behringer System 55 Quick Start Guide. Here's a link on Behringer's site to that PDF: https://mediadl.musictribe.com/media/...

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
1:06 - Sound Sources
2:47 - Sound Modifiers
5:40- Control Signals
8:21 - CV/Gate
11:03 - Conclusion"

960 Sequencer Advanced Techniques #3

video upload by O.Z. Hall

"This is the third video on advanced techniques with the 960 Sequential Controller. We'll be using the Behringer System 55 with two 960 model sequencers in Eurorack format.
We'll also continue to explore how to implement Rests on the 960, along with some related interesting techniques."

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
1:09 - Use Step Gate Out on Sequencer 1 to Start Sequencer 2
5:20 - Series Configuration: Play Sequencer 1 then Sequencer 2 then Repeat this process
7:08 - Use Step Gate Outs patched to 961 Interface to generate S-trigger for 911 Envelopes
8:40 - Use Clock AND Step Gate Outs as input to 961 Interface
11:30 - Demo
12:13 - Conclusion

960 Sequencer Advanced Techniques #2

video upload by O.Z. Hall

Part 1 here

"This is the second video on advanced techniques with the 960 Sequential Controller. We'll be using the Behringer System 55 with two 960 model sequencers in Eurorack format.

We'll highlight some features of the 960 sequencers, as well as a limitation of the Step Gate Input and Output jacks. We'll also begin to explore how to implement Rests on the 960.

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
0:24 - 960 Features and
2:04 - Limitation on Step Gate Input/Output patching
2:44 - Technique 1 - Fix for Step Gate Input/Output patching Limitation
4:37 - Technique 2 - Create a Rest
5:33 - Use Row 3 as Velocity Control
9:18 - Gater Effect using Velocity
10:32 - Conclusion"

960 Sequencer Advanced Techniques 1

video upload by O.Z. Hall

Part 2 here

O.Z. Hall 960 Sequencer posts

"This introduces four advanced techniques for the 960 Sequencer.

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
0:39 - 3rd Row Control of Timing
3:21 - Transpose with 2nd 960 Sequencers
6:01 - Alternate Clock with Synced 921 Oscillator
8:40 - Ratchet Effect
12:10 - Closing jam
13:02 - Conclusion"

System 55 - Sequencer as Waveshaper

video upload by O.Z. Hall

"This video looks at using a sequencer, running at audio rates, as a waveshaper. Some sequencers, like the MOOG 960 have a voltage controlled oscillator for a clock. A keyboard control voltage (or another sequencer) can be used to control the clock. Other sequencers require an external VCO to clock them with a reliable pitch control."

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
1:30 - The Double Deka Ultrasonic VCO
4:40 - The Q960 Sequencer from Synthesizers.com
5:57 - The KLEE Sequencer
7:44 - The Behringer 960 Sequencer
10:47 - Conclusion and closing jam

Victor Part 3 - Detailed Tutorial (2 of 2 )

video upload by O.Z. Hall

O.Z. Hall Victor posts

"This video is a follow-up my Victor Part 2 video covering the details of the Behringer Victor module. This eurorack module is a quad digital oscillator which is based on the Prophet VS synthesizer from Sequential Circuits. This technology is called Vector Synthesis. It was the basis for the Korg Wavestation and the Yamaha SY22 and TG33 synthesizers.
Part 3 (this video) continues this detailed tutorial with more Use Cases and a look at software available for the Behringer Victor Module.

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro Part 3
0:30 - Use Case: Voice Architecture Alternatives
2:06 - Use Case: Audio FM into a 921b Oscillator
3:52 - Use Case: Victor as LFO melody generator
6:51 - Use Case: Joystick output +/- 5V
8:41 - Synthtribe Software
12;51 - Victor Editor Software
16:24 - Conclusion Part 3"