Kawai SX-240 soundscape V - Gone away

video upload by MIDERA

"Tonight, my daughter called for me after I put her to bed. It's unusual that she calls for me now as she's gotten older. I used to find it so irritating to get these calls, sometimes 3-4 times a night ("Papaaaaaaaaaa... uhm, I love you"). Now it seems to happen once every few months and is usually something more serious (at least to her), so I run up. She's sitting up in bed telling me about how she was terrified I had "gone away." I think she was just afraid I was going to die (of course, we all are going to some day), but it was hard to get that out of her. Usually the harder days are the days she has the most fun, I guess (maybe creating a lot of memories?). I know we're slowly descending into fewer and fewer days to be together, fewer chances to snuggle before bed, to tell 'Kwazii stories.'

I did tell her that some day I will die - and that I hope that day comes long before her time comes. That I won't be feeling anything when I'm gone, and that I would be happier if it were me and not her. That, of course, didn't really make her feel much better. Me staring at her boogery nose and making a face did. She started giggling, and I knew I had cracked the sadness, which faded, and we could say our good nights.

If you remember me saying the other day I had a financial problem - well, it was that I plugged the Kawai SX-240 back in to play it and it was dead. Nothing would happen. I was miserable, because I was planning to sell it and of course it would die before I could! Well, I managed to fix it. If you ever look up the service manual for this thing, it's horrible. I didn't realize how bad it was until I messaged Bob Grieb about his Tauntek eprom update (thinking maybe a bad eprom was the problem). He said it wasn't likely the problem, but sent me his version of the service manual and you can actually see the traces on it (the online version is so bad it didn't even pick up half the traces!). From there, I could see there was a bad solder joint between Pin 3 of the EPROM (I was right, something was wrong with the EPROM!) and Pin 2 of an adjacent IC. And - well, I brought it back to life. Another successful repair.

Kawai SX-240 and Fractal Audio FM3 for FX."

New Kaleidoscope Mini Desktop Synth Incoming

video uploads by Vadjuse

This one was spotted and sent in via Meska.

Playlist:

1. Teaser. Kaleidoscope mimics a blip blop machine.

2. Teaser 2. Kaleidoscope mimics a boom-tysch machine.

Some raw drums exploration.

3. Kaleidoscope. Reload Zone. Post-Apocalyptic Ambient.

In this video I experiment with the generative sequencer of the Kaleidoscope.

The pattern is relatively simple:

1. VCA1 (which means it belongs to track 1) works in a cyclic mode, i.e. it restarts itself.
2. With its end it starts VCA2 (which means it belongs to track 2).

3. VCA2 modulates the period of VCA1, and VCA1 modulates the period of VCA2 (fm synthesis at the rhythm level). Because of this, the length of the pattern wanders a little and creates a pleasant dynamic.

4. Modulation envelope 1 (MODENV1) also works in a cyclic mode and restarts itself, but with a completely different period than the VCA1. This creates an additional rhythmic layer in the overall sound.

5. MODENV1 modulates the wavefolder level of track 2.

6. Track 1 modulates the frequency of track 2, and track 2 modulates the frequency of track 1.

7. All this is seasoned with a comb-filter in delay mode, which creates another rhythmic layer.

The presets for track 1 and track 2 used in this video can be downloaded and loaded into your Kaleidoscope. After the release of the synthesizer, I will publish these and other patches so that you can play with them and modify them yourself.

4. Kaleidoscope. Hypnotic Resonance

On the home stretch, Kaleidoscope will be released soon.
On the video new PCB version with
typeC plug
4 channel DAC
improved encoder filtering section

In this video I experiment with a relatively simple patch.
The cyclic modulator changes the symmetry of the triangle wave. From a symmetrical triangle to a saw. This changes the spectrum.

As a result, the filter resonance periodically amplifies individual harmonics. The filter frequency is modulated by the volume envelope.

Since the filter frequencies can be precisely tuned to the MIDI note frequencies, the modulation results in all the natural harmonics of only one octave being cycled through. This makes it seem like there is some kind of sequence in the patch, although in fact there is none - it's just a native process.

At high resonance values, the signal is overloaded in the filter feedback circuit.

The signal is also additionally overloaded in the overdrive block.

All this gets into the comb filter, which works as an echo.

I've been glued to this patch for about a day, which makes me a little sick of it, but I still like it.

Play All Day - Play Fader Review / Overview

video upload by ALX-106

"A little overview / review of the Play Fader by Play All Day.

Huge thanks to Play All Day for letting me check out this killer little noodle box!"

The Dual - Stylophone CPM DS-2 + 2xSQ1 jam - Song-a-day 2025

video upload by ChrisLody

"I've been wanting to upload something with the Stylophone CPM DS-2 for ages. It's a very fine bit of gear, mostly designed to make slowly evolving drone sounds. But luckily it's also equip with Eurorack compatible inputs meaning the drone oscillators can play tuneful stuff too. It also has an LFO with a reset function meaning it can be used for basic envelope duties.

I ended with 2 Korg SQ-1's after I bought my Ms20 Mini last year as John (Acrelid) offered it to me at a price I couldn't resist. So here they're clocked together so I can have 2 pitches going to the two different oscillators. There's only one LFO reset so the top SQ1 is used for gates, but the bottom one is set to a different length of steps which makes for some interesting stuff.

The Bastl Bestie and Volcas are doing bog standard stuff. All audio is passing through the reverb in the CPM DS-2"

Belgian Magazine Article Featuring Mario Mathy

This one is in via Jos who had the following to say followed by an English translation of the article.

"Years ago, I sent you information about Mario Mathy (I think 2019). You published it on your blog. [you can find it in previous posts featuring Mario Mathy here] Afterward, Mario Mathy's 'Jumping Dance' went viral and achieved cult status.

Since your blog has become the most comprehensive and important documented synthesizer resource online, the attached article should also be saved for future history. It would be cool if you could share it with the rest of the synthesizer community. I translated it from Dutch to English using Google Translate.

Notice in the picture below the article that the photo was taken during the period when Mario endorsed Korg.

All I can see in the picture is Korg equipment. The song 'Love Dreams' is from his first album.

I expect most of the songs from his first album ‘Hello This is Mario Mathy’ were created using Korg synthesizers (in contrary to what you would expect from the album cover showing only casio).

After his first album, the single 'Jumping Dance' was released in Belgium. 'Jumping Dance' was from his second album, 'Music-Land'.

On his second album, you can hear a noticeable difference in his sound.

This likely resulted from switching from Korg to Casio synthesizers.

Mario was my piano teacher when I was about 15 years old."

You can check out Mario Mathy's releases on Discogs here.

The following is the tranlation of the article pictured in this post.

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Native Instruments Partners with Akai, Novation and More

Akai Pro & Native Instruments | Seamlessly Integrated

video upload by AkaiProVideo

Akai Pro MPC3 with Native Instruments Integration - Overview

video upload by AkaiProVideo

"Discover the groundbreaking integration of Native Instruments with Akai Pro MPC hardware. This overview highlights how seamless workflows and expanded sound libraries redefine music creation for producers and performers alike.

Available today are three signature instruments — Analog Dreams, Cloud Supply, and Nacht — each crafted to inspire unique creative expressions. Additional instruments, including Homage and Sway, are set to launch later in February. Complementing these are five genre-specific Expansion sound packs: Faded Reels which is available now, with Lone Forest, Global Shake, Hazy Days, and Rare Vibrations to follow. All are expertly tailored for seamless integration with the MPC platform.

With this landmark collaboration, Akai Professional’s iconic MPC platform takes center stage, seamlessly integrating with Native Instruments’ creative tools to deliver an unprecedented toolkit for musicians, producers, and audio creators."

Zaytoven Creates on the Akai MPC with new Native Instruments Integration

video upload by AkaiProVideo

AKAI & NI's plan for MPC & MPK // New MPC 3.4 features // Expansions & Play by Native Instruments

video upload by loopop

Press release follows:

Native Instruments expands partnerships to empower millions of music creators

Expansion of the NKS ecosystem connects Akai Professional, Novation, Nektar, Korg and M-Audio and ignites new creative possibilities for musicians and producers worldwide

Anaheim, CA – January 22, 2025: Native Instruments is making it easier than ever for music producers to explore new sounds on their favorite controllers by launching its Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) Hardware Partner Program, announced today at NAMM 2025. Industry leaders Akai Professional, Novation, Nektar, Korg, and M-Audio are adopting the NKS ecosystem to power seamless integration with Native Instruments software. This connects music makers to over 2,000 NKS-compatible instruments and effects from more than 250 brands.

“This expansion highlights the impact of collaboration,” says Simon Cross, Chief Product Officer at Native Instruments. “It marks an important milestone in our mission to provide musicians with an open, connected platform, making professional-grade tools, instruments, and technology more accessible to creators everywhere.”

Native Kontrol Standard: An inspiring experience for every music maker

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How To Loop All The Gear In A Studio: Sequencers/Mixers/Synths

video upload by MR TUNA Music

"Hello my friends this video has been a very long time coming. Its been years since I have done an updated studio tour and rundown so I figured today was a good day to catch up!

The reason it's taken so long to do something like this is because I've always been so overwhelmed at the idea of doing it right........ So instead of making a big production out of things we're going to keep it cool and casual and just see what catches out attention as we go. Thats the only way this is ever getting done!

The most important part of my studio is the ‪@ElectricSquad‬‪@squarpinstruments‬ Hapax sequencer. The Hapax is connected to every single piece of midi-equipped gear in the studio via 5-pin din or usb and is what allows me to loop everything in sync with each other.

When I play the keybed or change the controls on a synth, I'm not directly playing the gear so much as I'm playing it through the Hapax. With local controls turned off on the synth, all of the notes and midi information is sent OUT to the Hapax and does not trigger the synth in question (yet). After it gets to the Hapax it is run through any enabled MIDI effects and (if recording is armed) is recorded into the loop before it is sent instantaneously back to the synth in real time in a way you cant even tell that its happening. This way you can enable effects like arps and harmonizers on synths that dont have them.

All the audio from every synth and drum machine is sent to the tower of 3 Roland MX-1s. the MX-1s send MIDI sync and power through usb to some AIRA-link enabled pieces of gear and simplifies some cabling that way, and every track can be sent to Logic and recorded individually as its own instrument when combined as an aggregate audio device on my macbook."

Explaining the PlayFader CV/MIDI Sequencer

video upload by mylarmelodies

"In this tutorial/demo I’ll explain the unique way the Playfader CV/MIDI sequencer works, showing the basic keystrokes you need to be able to make, erase, transpose, mute and apply temporary effects to sequences. I’ll also keep the shortcuts onscreen so you don’t need to remember them.

I'm using the Dreadbox NYX, Music Thing Workshop and Roland T-8 here. T-8 supplies clock to the PlayFader. PlayFader sends CV/Gate to the two analog synths.

LINKS TO THE PLAYFADER OFFICIAL SITE (Not an affiliate link):
▶︎ https://goplayallday.com

Thanks to Hadj at Play All Day for hiring me to make a tutorial. Hope this helps you play!

CHAPTERS
00:00 Core Concept
00:40 Recording Basics
02:34 Muting
02:50 Erasing (Punch-in)
03:21 Transpose
04:06 Recap
05:09 Fun Effects
06:14 Erase (Whole Track)
06:37 Change Time Base
07:20 Change Loop Length
07:14 Mixing Timebases
08:39 Catch Up Mode
09:00 More Mixing Timebases
10:33 Performing: Mutes, Fun FX, Play Buts, Transpose
13:33 The Two Buffers
13:56 Performing"

PlayFader myVolts 🎃 Halloween 👻 Give-away

via Play All Day

"🎃 Halloween 👻 Give-away!

Get 4 freaky free myVolts Halo cables when you buy a PlayFader!

Make your very own spooky light-show with your modular with our give-away.

Thanks to the lovely people @myvolts we are giving away 2 x 2 Halo Patch Cable packs with every purchase of PlayFader - Usually worth €37.99.

You get:
2 x Pineapple Yellow 50cm cables
2 x Powder Grey 5ocm cables

The perfect cables to learn and enjoy PlayFader!

All you have to do is add a PlayFader and a Halo Cable pack to your basket to get the discount. Only available from our webstore.

We only have a very limited quantity of Halo Cables, and the sale runs until they’re gone.

PlayFader Yellow and ‘mnml’ editions available for €299 today from our web store (link in bio)

PLAYFADER
Portable Fader-based music and modulation sequencer
Serious Fun


PlayFader is also available from;
@perfect_circuit
@elevatorsound_eu
@signal_sounds
@junorecords
@synthshop_no
@miyaji_rpm
@turnlab

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play all day PlayFader: Jam with Syntakt, Modular Synth

video upload by Freaky Tweaky

Machina Bristronica 2024

video uploads by sonicstate

Playlist:

1. Bristronica 24: MyVolts The Silent Alchemist Nears Shipping

We caught up with Caroline who gave us the latest update to the *Silent Alchemist*, a versatile power hub designed for musicians. Featuring five isolated USB-C outputs and a high-wattage sixth output capable of delivering 100 watts, the device can power a Mac with the remaining outputs providing 20 watts each. Its independent circuits ensure noise-free operation, catering to a variety of devices including the Dreadbox module and Sysmo slope generator.

The Silent Alchemist uses innovative step-up power tips to convert USB-C input to the correct voltage for various devices. There's also new feature: an uninterruptible power supply allowing seamless transition between wall and power bank sources. Also introduced were updated cables, such as silver candy cords and floating ring TRS to TS cables, expanding connection flexibility. The Silent Alchemist is expected to be available in December with a competitive pricing strategy.

More Info:
https://myvolts.com/

2. Bristronica 24: Circuit Happy ML2M Clock Sync module updates

At Bristronica 2024, we caught up with the creator of the *ML2M*, who introduced us to the latest version. The ML2M is a compact Eurorack module with Wi-Fi capabilities, allowing seamless synchronization with Ableton Live, Bitwig Studio, and iOS music apps using Ableton Link without the need for cables. It either connects to an existing network or creates its own, ensuring robust sync even in environments with unreliable Wi-Fi. The module, which retains its 2HP size, now features MIDI integration through TRS jacks. Users can access a web interface to configure each output for different clock divisions and reset triggers, making setup straightforward and flexible.

Alongside the ML2M, there's also the Missing Link Junior. This desktop version offers the same functionality but in a box format, complete with MIDI and CV clock outputs. Both products are now accessible, with a starting price of $250.

3. Bristronica 24: Archaea Exchange Patching Module

At Machina Bristronica 2024, we caught up with Arran from ‪@archaea_modular_synthesis‬ who presented the *Exchange Module*. This programmable patcher, a year in the making, evolved from its early prototype stage to a fully functional module. Arran explained how the Exchange can route synth voices via a beam controller and three exchange modules installed within the skiff, allowing for versatile patching. Operating like a matrix patchbay, it enables users to select inputs and outputs with the push of a button, create presets, and chain multiple modules for synchronized patching.

Communication between the modules occurs over the Eurorack power bus as well as over MIDI via the USB-C connection. The Exchange maintains analog integrity, ensuring there’s no conversion latency. The forthcoming release expected in late November 2024, includes a USB-driven editor for enhanced control capabilities.

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Roma Modulare 2024 Synth Event Set for Rome on September 27-28

video upload by Roma Modulare

Press release follows:

Roma Modulare 2024 announced as international synthesizer and music production expo in Italian capital city namesake

ROME, ITALY: organisers of Roma Modulare 2024 — the most important Italian event dedicated to modular and desktop synthesizers plus professional audio production — are proud to announce that it will be being held as a two-day international expo at Forte Trionfale in the centre of Rome on September 27-28…

As an international expo hosted in the capital city to which it, in part, owes its appropriate appellation, Roma Modulare 2024 readily represents the most important Italian music industry diary date for all musicians and audio professionals — particularly those who are passionate about modular synthesizers, as also alluded to by name. Notable headliners amongst its 80-plus exhibitors include German electronic musical instrument manufacturer Doepfer — duly credited with creating the Eurorack small-format modular system around which its ever- expanding A-100 ANALOG MODULAR SYSTEM is based, subsequently swelling to industry-standard status with hundreds of third-party manufacturers making compatible modules; Latvian Eurorack modules and desktop instruments creator Erica Synths — showcasing the intuitive nature of its PĒRKONS HD-01 desktop drum synth and aggressive timbres of its Black series Eurorack modules; hand-built Scottish Eurorack module-maker Instruō — instigating eye-catching aesthetics with the likes of its arbhar Granular Audio Processor and Lúbadh Dual Looper modules; American musical instruments and Eurorack solutions provider TipTop Audio — advancing production of Don Buchla’s trailblazing 200 series and converting it to Eurorack standards as the 200t series project; Mark Verbos-designed, Berlin-assembled Eurorack format synthesizer module specialist Verbos Electronics — whose Harmonic Oscillator module is now available in Eurorack for the first time; and American Eurorack modular synthesizers and guitar pedals producer WMD — back in business and announcing a new drum module; and many more.

The two-day international expo will be held in Rome’s Trionfale district within Forte Trionfale, one of 15 forts surrounding the eternal city. Built between 1882 and 1886 in an area covering 21 hectares, the military complex was famed for Italian aviator, aeronautical engineer, and Arctic explorer Umberto Nobile’s airship departing for the North Pole from one of the fort’s hangers in 1926. Today the location is part of an urban regeneration program, aiming to enhance creativity and create connections between people, an admirable objective that is not lost on Roma Modulare 2024’s organisers. “Our greatest desire is that Roma Modulare provides the best opportunity possible for musicians, producers, technicians, manufacturers, and even amateurs to come into contact with each other to strengthen the Italian music market and make it international,” announces Alberto Rossetto, Founder & CEO of Rome’s Milk Audio Store — specialising in Eurorack modules and studio equipment — which has partnered with K-ARRAY Audio Solutions — founded in Italy as one of the most innovative high-technology professional speaker manufacturers in the world — and Doc Servizi — an important cooperative created by a group of musicians to help navigate the challenging entertainment sector in Italy — to organise Roma Modulare 2024.

Although a 900 m2 area within Forte Trionfale will be dedicated to hosting Roma Modulare 2024’s 80-plus exhibitor booths, part of the venue will be dedicated to creating a Workshop Area, where, over two days, 20 speakers will take turns in presenting new products or exploring topics relating to the entertainment industry (with the full program listed here). But, by its very nature, Roma Modulare 2024 is also about the assemblage of and meeting with electronic music artists. As such, a Live Area will be opened up in the garden outside the venue between 1:00 pm to 11.30 pm each day, where electronic music artists will effectively play a non-stop live performance with their modular synthesizers. It is fair to say, then, that Roma Modulare 2024 promises to be an exciting event for all attendees, Italian or otherwise, and all appetites will, quite literally, be catered for with on-site food and beverages being served from opening (10:00 am) to closing (midnight).

Tickets to Roma Modulare 2024 are available to purchase as a two-day pass — priced at €22.00 EUR — or as one-day tickets for either September 27 or September 28 entry — each priced at €13.50 EUR — directly from here: https://www.romamodulare.it/tickets/ (All tickets include entry to the expo itself and an evening party, while entry is free for under 16s.)

Making Music With PlayFader - Tips, Tricks, Jam

video upload by Play All Day

"Let’s take a look at how you can use many of the great functions packed into PlayFader to enhance your music - without stopping the music!

In this video let us show you not only what the functions do but how you can play them musically!
👉🏻 Transposition
👉🏻 Looping
👉🏻 LATCH mode
👉🏻 Muting
👉🏻 Momentary note playing

Check out the new firmware update and our new manual at www.goplayallday.com.

Pre-order the NEW PlayFader mnml https://goplayallday.com/playfader-st..."

PlayFader Shorts

If You Play A Song In Reverse - You Get 2 Songs

video upload by LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER

"Time for Portakosmo 2,0!! I wrote this whole EP last week to play at St George's for Ramsgate Festival Of Sound! Download the ep from bandcamp"

"I wrote this EP over the course of a week for a festival called "ramsgate festival of sound" i made a song a day inspired by the surroundings, then played them all at St George's Church on the 22nd of August 2024."

New PlayFader Firmware & Update Process

video upload by Play All Day

"NEW PLAYFADER FIRMWARE ! Today we are delighted to announce a whole new experience for PlayFader users, with not 1 but 4 new updates to the firmware - available to download now from www.goplayallday.com [link in bio].

Let’s take a look at the features:

👉🏻 1. A completely overhauled quantised engine for live input giving you more options to quantize your CV and Gates in creative ways!

👉🏻 2. You now have the added ability to audition notes when setting up a User Scale Set, meaning you can check the notes you are selecting will work within your song or DJ set immediately without having to second guess.

👉🏻 3. We introduce another FUN FX - SLEW! We know you already have 6 FUN FX to play with (Random, LFO, Bend, Sustain, Roll and Slice) we thought you would love the ability to add Slew to your patterns, creating slide effects between you CV values. The channel (Fader) Selects the Slew time to transition between CV levels.

👉🏻 4. New NOTE-L mode has been added to the MIDI menu which adds monophonic legato play

Oh, and we fixed a few bugs!

THE NEW PLAYFADER QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE!
Designed to get you right into the flow of music making with PlayFader, the new Quick Reference Guide consists of 7 simple to digest pages of PlayFader functions and abilities, you will get up and running in no time!

THE NEW PLAYFADER OFFICIAL MANUAL IS HERE!
A comprehensive manual that covers every aspect of what PlayFader offers. Dive into every corner of the powerful extended abilities or float around on the surface with the basics - it is all available at your fingertips and

Designed by @synthdawg_ the layout provides you with a beautiful yet comprehensive feast to make you a PlayFader pro! Here are a few outtakes!

Everything is available to download now from www.goplayallday.com"

Isobutane - Fogfields, 2006

video upload by Isobutane

"There were times when my only piece of equipment was the Yamaha RM1x. While going through some old floppy discs I’ve came across some really old tracks from around 2005-2007. I was surprised how playful and full of energy these are. Technically and soundwise they are all pretty funky but I was really stunned by the liveliness of these old projects. So I’m like…yeah let’s share em. Maybe some people will even remember some of these from the past live shows. Shees that was ages ago… Ok, let’s go. 3/7

This one is called Fogfields and it was made in 2006. Back in the day, I used to play this one live a lot. The beat is an Aphex Twin ripoff...well kind of. The kick and zap sounds are taken directly from a track called Isoprophlex and are included within the RM1x sound bank. He mentioned Yamaha sampling these sounds for this machine in one of his interviews. Enjoy."

PlayFader: a unique and fun performance sequencer

video upload by Signal Sounds

"The Unperson returns to the Signal Sounds channel with a demo of the PlayFader: a fun, hands-on, two-channel performance sequencer from Play All Day. This little unit loves to make friends with modular synths, any synth or sampler with MIDI, guitar pedals, and anything else with CV and expression inputs.

Available here (at a new lower price!):
https://www.signalsounds.com/play-all..."

PlayFader Tutorial by @pitchpatch

video upload by Play All Day

"Check out or super quick tutorials on PlayFader by @pitchpatch, breaking down the basics into bite-size chunks so you can see how easy it is to get started. PlayFader is a 2-channel CV, gate, and MIDI performance looper designed for real-time manipulation and looping of CV signals.

Breaking down the basics into bite-size chunks so you can see how easy it is to get started. PlayFader is a 2-channel CV, gate, and MIDI performance sequencer designed for real-time manipulation and looping of CV signals."

0:00 Playing Notes and Timing
0:24 Scales & Recording
0:47 Latch & Play
2:18 Fun FX
2:35 Chords

PlayFader - 2 Channel CV & MIDI Performance Sequencer

video upload by Play All Day

"PlayFader is a portable 2 channel CV & MIDI performance sequencer. PlayFader seamlessly merges performance and sequencing into a single workflow using just one intuitive, colourful and tactile interface. It connects to pretty much anything on stage, studio or laptop and is portable, inspiring and fun to use."

https://goplayallday.com

PlayFader Tutorial rev.3

video upload by pitch patch

"This is a tutorial video for the Play All Day Play Fader.

PlayFader is a 2-channel CV, gate, and MIDI performance looper designed for real-time manipulation and looping of CV signals."

Access Virus TI soundscape - Some days just happen

video upload by MIDERA

"Some days just happen.

I’ve been really frustrated by the lack of communication at a company I was buying something from. So I mention my frustrations on a forum and people just have apparently have no means of sympathizing and have to be all terse about it. I don’t know why this kind of thing ruins my day - but it does. So now I’m frustrated by this company - and by people on forums. I just want to cancel my order and say screw it.

Then - a huge storm came through today and broke a huge branch off of a tree. That fell and smashed into our deck, damaging it. It also smashed into an apricot tree - now we need to cut down that tree too.

I’m thankful my kids were safe through all of this of course.

Oh yeah, and our basement flooded and a bunch of games got ruined.

Just - sometimes - It just seems like nothing can go right.

Well, that’s why I go play music. It just takes me away from all of that.

No external fx used."