free PO-33 kit: 80s drums (works for PO 133 as well)

video upload by CNTR RNDM

"I'm an 80s kid…and, dude, in my opinion, - even if I sound like an old fart now - there was no better time to be a kid than the 80s (and the 90s, maybe). I mean, dude, I spent my Saturdays lying on the floor of our living room making mixtapes. My parents had this huuuuuuge record collection and I would spend hours on end going through these records…Joy Division, The Cure, The Smiths, Prince, all that good stuff, you know. I mean, how cool is that? And I remember being all hyped up because my parents let me watch Wrestlemania 5…dude, Hulk Hogan vs Randy Savage…can it get any better? And I sat there wearing both my Hulkamania shirt and my WW(F|E) Championship belt waving this silly foam finger in my dad's face like there was no tomorrow. Those were the days, my friend! Nintendo released the NES, Michael Jackson's Thriller came out, endless summer nights, countless barbecues…dude, seriously, how awesome were the 80s?

To honour this amazing decade, I made this PO-33 80s drum kit consisting of 15 one shot drum hits and 3 drum loops. I really just sampled a bunch of my old drum machines and layered the samples in Ableton to…well just because😂

You can download the FREE backup file here: https://cntrlldrndmnss.gumroad.com/l/...

While we're at it, why don’t you grab my free drums sample pack as well: https://cntrlldrndmnss.gumroad.com/l/...

Feel free to check my other packs on gumroad as well: https://cntrlldrndmnss.gumroad.com

All my samples and kits are copyright free - you can use them in your own productions, videos, whatever. The main thing is: have fun with this kit (or any of my other kits or packs)!!! If you make a cool track with one of my kits or sample packs, let me know!

If you want to know more about how to transfer data to your PO-33, please check this amazing data transfer tutorial by @Ollie Loops :"

PO-33 KO! How to Data Transfer!

video upload by Ollie Loops

"In this chapter of our series on the Teenage Engineering PO-33 KO!, we take a look at one of the more interesting features of the KO, the ability to data transfer to and from the unit. The KO has a feature where connecting a stereo 1/8" to 1/8" cable between the unit and an audio recorder allows you to download all of the samples and patterns in the unit. This allows you to swap samples and patterns without loosing your work. You then have a back up of your work. You can also transfer files directly between two KOs. Note: this also applies to the other Pocket Operators in the Metal Series, the PO-32 and PO-35.

Here is a direct link to the WAV file:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Zeiv...

It is super important to get the right audio format when you record the data transfer. It must be a stereo 16 bit 44100 hz file format or better. The recording will likely fail if you deviant from this format."

Synthstrom Audible Deluge 4.0 Adds Wavetable Synth, Euclidean Sequencing, MPE & Polyphonic Aftertouch & More

DELUGE WAVETABLE SYNTHESIS video upload by Ollie Loops

"In this video, we explore the new WAVETABLE SYNTHESIS features added to Deluge in firmware 4.0 . These features enable users to load wavetable audio files into an oscillator and modulation position of the waveform. This means much more dynamic and evolving sounds are possible on Deluge.

Firmware 4.0 adds a host of other great features to Deluge. It's so great when a manufacturer continues to support a device by adding new and exciting features via firmware."

Wavetable Synthesis (4.0) // Synthstrom Deluge Tutorial

video upload by Ron Cavagnaro

Intro 0:00
Setting up a new synth 0:23
Assigning a Knob To Lfo2 Rate 1:54
Changing Wavetable File 2:35
Making a Pattern 3:00
Changing Wavetable File 3:49
Changing Lfo2 type 4:19
P-locking Notes To Wavetable Position 5:20
Loading Osc2 Wavetable 6:10
Extended Wavetable Drone Demo 9:26

Generative Sequencer Tools - Playback, Row Length, Euclidean (4.0) // Synthstrom Deluge Tutorial

video upload by Ron Cavagnaro

Intro 0:00
Playback Mode 0:32
Row Length 1:23
Playback Mode and Row Length 3:15
Reset Row Length 3:53
Conditional and Iterative Notes 4:39
Euclidean Sequencing 6:19
Nudging Notes In a Kit Row 8:43
Playback Direction Per Kit Row 10:18
Resampling, Slicing 11:09
Kit Row Length and Ping Pong 12:14
Resampling and slicing again 13:20
Resampling and slicing again 15:03
Resampling and slicing again 16:46
Comparing the results 18:20

Synthstrom Deluge & MPE - 4 0 Firmware Update

video upload by Too Mere

"Demonstrating the MPE functionality and making a tune with the Linnstrument to control and edit MPE on the Synthstrom Deluge."

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Details on the 4.0 update via the Synthstrom Audible forum:

"We're very excited today to announce the arrival of our huge 4.0 software update.

Instructional videos and downloads links are at the bottom of this spiel.

Highlights include:

Wavetable synthesis, and improved single-cycle waveform playback.
Support for MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE), and similarly MIDI polyphonic aftertouch. The Deluge can receive MPE from external MIDI controllers that support it, it can record this data, and the internal Deluge synths can respond to it. And this MPE data may also be output again to an external synth.
Euclidean sequencing - per row of a clip on the Deluge. This also means that now individual rows within a clip may be set to different lengths.
Sequences can be set to play in reverse, or to ping-pong.
Synths, kits and songs may be put into folders, and the user can browse these when saving and loading.
MIDI input devices (and to a limited extent output devices) may be differentiated and treated separately, so that two devices sending on the same MIDI channel won’t be confused.
Improved handling of regular MIDI pitch bend and channel pressure. Adjustable MIDI pitch bend ranges.
Sharing presets along with their audio files, with other Deluge users, is now easier.
MPE SUPPORT
This massive release makes the Deluge the first standalone hardware sequencer to offer comprehensive MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) support, allowing you to record, edit and transmit expressive MPE with compatible devices. You can also use external MPE devices to get expressive with the Deluge’s internal synth/sample engine. Tip: combine with the Deluge’s multisample support to bring expression to everything!

EUCLIDEAN SEQUENCING & INDIVIDUAL ROW LENGTH
Euclidean note entry brings an entire new method of beat and melody creation to the Deluge. Coupled with the ability to now make any row within a kit, any length, this infinitely broadens the scope for new rhythmic variations and ever-evolving melodies.

You can set the length of a row, dial in how many steps you would like to play on that row (automatically divided ‘musically’), and then move those notes horizontally - this becomes not just a new way to make innovative rhythms, but an incredibly versatile performance tool.

PLAY-DIRECTIONS
If being able to set the length of a row wasn’t enough, you can now tell the Deluge what direction (forward, reverse or ping-pong) to play-back those particular notes and not only that, you can have each and every row playing a different direction. Warning: fun.

POLYPHONIC AFTERTOUCH, IMPROVED “MONO” EXPRESSION
In bringing MPE to the Deluge, we at the same time introduced support for good ol’ MIDI polyphonic aftertouch, plus you can now record both pitch bend and channel pressure (aka monophonic aftertouch) into synth, MIDI and CV clips. And, this data now stays with the clip even when you change presets or switch between clip type (e.g. from MIDI to synth etc.).

Previously, synth clips could only record pitch bend, not channel pressure, and CV clips couldn’t record either.

ADJUSTABLE BEND RANGE
The Deluge is no longer stuck with a 1-octave bend range. Now, there’s a global setting under DEFAults -> BEND to set the default bend range. This should default to 12 semitones (1 octave) for all existing users, it will default to the more normal 2 semitones for new users. Anyway, you can go ahead and change it.

WAVETABLE SYNTHESIS, AND IMPROVED SINGLE-CYCLE WAVEFORM PLAYBACK.
How about an entirely new form of synthesis? The Deluge will now support Wavetable files, Ringmod on the Deluge is also totally compatible with Wavetable, you may even put a separate wavetable in each of the two oscillators, with each of their wavetable-positions affecting the resulting sound.

The Deluge has always supported the playback of single-cycle waveforms by loading them as samples. But now, a technically superior option is for these to be played as a wavetable, as the wavetable engine is more fit for this purpose: it is more CPU-efficient, and will produce higher quality sound with less aliasing, particularly with high notes. It also allows the use of ringmod and oscillator sync. The wavetable-position parameter is not available when playing single-cycle waveforms, as there are not multiple cycles to interpolate between.

PRESET & SONG FOLDERS
Our users jumped for joy when we announced this new addition. You can now separate your 1 million presets and songs into folders to make navigation easier!

DIFFERENTIATING MIDI INPUT DEVICES
Now, the Deluge will differentiate between MIDI coming from different hosted USB devices, and MIDI into the input DIN port, and from a connected computer which is hosting the Deluge.

Let’s say you have the Deluge hosting say a Keystep via USB (and that’s through a USB hub), and you’ve actually learned all 16 channels from that Keystep to different synths on the Deluge. Well, then you could connect another USB MIDI device to your hub, and learn those 16 MIDI channels to yet another 16 synths on the Deluge. And whatever MIDI device is plugged into the Deluge’s DIN input will have its 16 channels treated as independent yet again.

IMPROVED MODULATION MATRIX
Lastly, we’ve also improved our modulation matrix! - The feature where the modulation-depth of a source-param pair (or “patch cable”) can itself be modulated by another modulation source – well, previously the Deluge could only handle doing this for one such patch-cable per synth. This limitation has now been removed, and you can do it for as many patch-cables as you want, subject to other existing limitations.

HAVE FUN!"

Akai MPC 2.8 Firmware & Software Update

Published on May 5, 2020 AkaiProVideo

"Introducing the latest update for MPC. MIDI Multi delivers the power to drive expanded MIDI Device setups. New workflow enhancements including Retrospective Record, Enhanced Notes Mode. and Q Link Overlay. MPC 2.8, available May 14th, 2020."

Playlist:

1. MPC 2.8 Firmware & Software Update
2. MPC Firmware Update 2.8 Overview

Presenting MPC 2.8 firmware & software update. Featuring new MIDI Multi, Multitrack Recording and custom Standalone Progressions. Andy walks us through the exciting new features and additions.

1:27 MIDI Multi
5:07 Send MIDI To Tracks
7:24 Export Progressions
10:25 Retrospective Record
12:57 Enhanced Notes Mode
14:11 Workflow Enhancements

3. MPC UPDATE 2.8 - Ollie Loops

In this video, we show some of the new features that were added to the MPCs in firmware update 2.8. This new software release brings some exciting new features including advancing midi routing, pad copy, pad performance and retrospective record. We show an example midi setup as we walk you through each of the new features.

DELUGE REVIEW

Published on Mar 15, 2020 Ollie Loops

"In this video, we explore the Deluge by Synthstrom Audible. The Deluge is a powerful and portable sequencer, synthesizer and sampler. It offers musicians a song composition tool unlike any other on the market."

AKAI MPC ONE REVIEW by Ollie Loops

Published on Feb 24, 2020 Ollie Loops

"In this video, we take an in depth look at the Akai Professional MPC One Standalone sampler, sequencer and production unit. We compare the MPC One to similar devices on the market as well as Akai's current line of MPC devices.

We believe that the MPC One is one of the best values in standalone production samplers on the market in 2020. The release of the device is sure to stir the market and we explain why we think it's such a special device."

Korg Nu:Tekt NTS-1 Assembly & Sound Demo

Published on Feb 3, 2020 Ollie Loops

"In this video, we show your step by step how to assemble the Korg NTS-1 programmable synthesizer kit. We wanted to help users who were looking for a better video tutorial for how to build this kit. And we included some tips and tricks to help users in the assembly process of this DIY synth kit.

The Korg Nu:Tekt NTS-1 is a programmable single oscillator digital synthesizer with built in effects and arpeggiator. This synth can also have different oscillator types and effects loaded from Korg's corresponding software."

Korg Nu:Tekt NTS-1 Sound Demo

Published on Feb 3, 2020 Ollie Loops

"In this video, we explore the many sounds of the Korg Nu:Tekt NTS-1 Programmable Synthesizer. In this no talking video, we walk through each oscillator and effect on the device. We then have a quick freestyle which combines some of the sounds on the synth. This gives users a sense for what this single oscillator digital synth is capable of."

Squarp Instruments Pyramid | Ollie Noir

Published on Dec 16, 2019 Ollie Loops

"In this video, we make a song with the Pryamid standalone sequencer by Squarp Instruments. This is one of the most powerful and feature rich sequencers we have seen. We connect the Pyramid to the Roland SP404SX sampler and the Moog Sub37 synthesizer. Then we go a bit further by connecting the Strymon Big Sky Reverb effects pedal using midi and automate midi parameters on the Pyramid.

We enjoy making videos like this and we hope you enjoy them too. In this video, we deep dive into film noir with our own character Ollie Noir. Videos like this allow us to have fun, spice things up and keep things creative and weird."

1010music Blackbox 1.3 Features

Published on Nov 15, 2019 Ollie Loops

"The new and exciting Blackbox by 1010Music received an update bringing additional features including multisampling, granular sampling mode and additional midi connectivity. In this quick video, we walk through these features in rapid fire format.

The Blackbox, the Compact Sampling Studio, is an innovative standalone sampler, sequencer groovebox with a handful of useful features. We are excited about this device and its potential.

The Blackbox pairs well with the Novation LaunchKey Mini Mk3 :
https://novationmusic.com/keys/launch..."

1.3 Features:

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