Teo Hoffmann - Serge Paperface 2.0 - Arcade Dreams

video upload by Serge Modular | Random*Source

"From the Archives: Teo playing Serge's 2022 redesign of the original Serge Paperface system - Helios and Tempo di Roma panels, recorded in March 2023.

The Serge Paperface 50 Anniversary system is a standalone, externally powered, authentic Serge synthesizer that Serge himself ingenuously updated in some key aspects.

Panel 1 (Sequencer):
Serge Gate Sequencer
Enhanced SQP4 Sequencer / Programmer with UP/DOWN, HOLD
Serge Metronomic Clock
Bidirectional Router
Enhanced SQP4 Sequencer / Programmer with UP/DOWN, HOLD
Peak & Trough

Panel 2 (Voice):
Serge Vintage Oscillator 2022, temperature-compensated, 1V/Oct
Serge Vintage Oscillator+ 2022, temperature-compensated, 1V/Oct, with PULSE and PWM
Serge Noise
Smooth & Stepped Generator (SSG)
Dual CV-Pro
Triple Waveshaper (TWS)
Serge 1973 VCF + Balanced Output"

The Magic World of Analog | Serge Modular | Episode 04

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"In this video, I'll dive into the magic world of analog synthesis with a focus on the Serge Wavemultiplier (folder) and Resonant EQ. They sound great, but many of the Serge modules have secret 'magic' worlds, or less dramatic, they can do things you would not expect.

I also took the opportunity to do a compare with the Ohmicide digital distortion, which is ported from a VST. I don't want to compare digital and analog sonically, because I believe digitally modelled analog sounds just as good as real analog. The differences are revealed when unexpected conditions take place. In real analog, mother nature will determine what happens (cause and effect). In digital, you'd encounter an exception. So let's see what happens when Ohmicide has to process its own output :).

Another difference is that digital modules don't have a secret world beyond the code."

Serge Medusa / Subharmonic Oscillator Impressions

video upload by Serge Modular | Random*Source

"Medusa combines two of Serge's latest inventions - the Subharmonic Oscillator and the new VCFX filter - both designed by Serge in 2023 - to carry you to unchartered sonic territories. The Subharmonic Oscillator comprises 7 voices (pulse waves), each voice providing pulse width modulation or subharmonic division as well as 1V/Octave inputs and an individual output. The precision of these voices (with excellent 1V/Oct tracking and temperature stability) in combination with a global Spread control and various FM inputs opens up an enormous sonic range from massive unisono sounds to dissonant, orchestra-style textures. Here a couple of patches using Medusa as sound source with Edelweiss III and sometimes a MicroFreak as keyboard and/or an SEQ8 sequencer.

Patches:

00:00 Intro / Heart of Darkness
03:30 Time to Move
05:06 Let's Go Up
05:36 String Me Up
07:59 Black Hawk
08:32 World War Z
14:31 Illusory Lightness
15:53 Tsahal and Farther South
19:32 Approaching Panama
20:13 Reliving the Future
21:25 End of Days"

Additional Serge Medusa posts.

Random Source Serge INORI + Chase Bliss Mood Mk2 // Pings & Drones

video upload by

"Just a little xmas noodling with the INORI panel and the infamous Mood Mk2 by Chase Bliss.
I wanted to try the pedal with the best-sounding synth I own, and the result was good enough to post, so here we are! A bit of sparkly pinging, and some good ol' drones (mostly because I don't have another panel, but also because the INORI is so good at producing them)
Enjoy!

Chapters
0:00 Pings
0:49 Drones"

20 pole Phaser by Jurgen Haible running 808 track

video upload by VanDaalElectronics

"This is a project built on Jurgen Haible 20 pole phaser board. Cases are custom made by us @Van Daal Electronics.

Assembled units can be purchased from: https://vandaal-electronics.com/

For DIY builds PCBs can be ordered from https://serge-modular.com/haible/tau_..."

Additional details:

Jürgen Haible's legendary redesign of the Tau 'The Pipe' Flanger - actually, a Phaser, using 20 (twenty!) all pass filter stages is back in a slightly modernized version, including some additions and modifications compared to the original Haible board:

Transistor arrays (for the 20 poles): pcb supports super-matched THAT300 (DIP) or BCM847DS (SMT).

Obsolete CA3046 in the 1/x function generator has been replaced by LM3046 (SMT).

MTA-156 power connector for +/-15V added - don't install the onboard-PSU parts if you use +/-15V!!!

MTA-156 power connector can also be used for 10 pin Euro power connectors - please note that +/-12V is experimental, not supported (yet), see below!

LFO: slow mode option has been added (simply connect L* to UP2 or DOWN1 via SPDT switch).
Optional CV mixer/processor has been added (untested!).

Connectors have been moved to the edge of the board to allow connecting component pcbs via pin headers - downside: space may be too tight to use normal headers. Workaround: use (breakable) precision sockets for manual wiring or testing.

pcb size: 6" x 3.4"

SERGE Mantra II +Tantra

video upload by Serge Modular | Random*Source

"Teo playing the brand new Serge MANTRA II + TANTRA combo."

SERGE TANTRA - SEQQ goes Bach

video upload by Serge Modular | Random*Source

"Short demo of the new the Sequencer / Quantizer (SEQQ).
Sound source is a GTO (from MANTRA II) run through the Wave Multiplier and VCFX 2023 in TANTRA."

3amLIVE20240623

video upload by justin3am

"A performance on Serge, Eurorack and Buchla format modular synths, Elektron Octatrack and Analog Four. Recorded at Alex's Bar in Long Beach, CA.

Thanks to LA Synth Club for organizing the event!"

"Unsettled Lodge" (Serge Modular, AlfaVox System A1905, Buchla synthesizers)

video upload by Stephano Gavilanes

"First sonic collaboration with Mark Hodos @urs0polar 💫

Mark, thanks for allowing me to paint around that irresistible sequence composed with your amazing Serge system👌🏽Hope we continue working together!

Have a listen, and stay tuned for its official release!

Performance and recording by Mark Hodos and Stephano Gavilanes
© Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved."

MODULAR COOKBOOK VOL. 1 by Omni Cohen

video upload by Omri Cohen

"Here is where you can find the book:

US \ Perfect Circuit

EU \ Schneidersladen

UK \ Signal Sounds

If you’re interested in getting a copy, but it’s sold out, please still make an order, so I know how many more copies to print and send to the shops.

If you’re just interested in the PDF version, take a look here: https://omricohen.gumroad.com/

00:00 - Introduction
00:37 - Hardware
06:27 - VCV Rack
12:42 - Bitwig"

"OMRI COHEN MODULAR COOKBOOK - VOLUME 1

Whether you're a total Eurorack beginner or a patching expert, Omri Cohen's Modular Cookbook Volume 1 is filled with 50 recipes and examples to spark inspiration on you modular synthesizer. With topics ranging from compositional approaches to sound design and beyond, Modular Cookbook suits anyone working with any sort of modular synthesizer including Eurorack, Buchla, Serge, semi-modular instruments, and even software applications like VCV Rack. With Modular Cookbook, you'll be able to explore your modules with greater depth, and you might even come out of it with new ideas and ways to use your system that you might not have considered before.

MODULAR COOKBOOK - VOLUME 1 FEATURES

Collection of patch tips and examples
50 recipes across 115 pages
Easy-to-read text accompanied with clear diagrams
Numerous examples available for VCV Rack"

CLICK FOR MORE »

Chris Meyer’s trick WavPak for the ModBap Osiris digital wavetable VCO

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"need to writeThe ModBap Osiris is currently my favorite wavetable oscillator: it has high fidelity, built-in processing such as stack & detune, a suboctave, a VCA, and more. It also allows you to load your own waveforms into it.

This caused me to sample my favorite waves and tricks on my “Monster” Eurorack modular system and load them into the Osiris, so I could take some of my favorite sounds with me on the road in my travel case. I created four banks: East Coast, West Coast, Formants, and Harmonics.

I did not just sample, say, the sawtooth wave of all of my VCOs; I created patches like audio-rate waveform crossfading, processed them through tube VCAs, sent the fundamental plus second or third harmonics of a warm sine through Serge-based wavefolders and rectifiers, and dialed in my favorite sounds on the Livewire AFG, Verbos Harmonic Oscillator, and Xaoc Devices Odessa as well as different formant filters and filter banks.

As fun as the individual waveforms are, the real trick is what I did with the Y axis of the wavetables: Instead of just loading more waves, I filled them with the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, and 8th harmonic of the source waveforms. That means as you modulate the Y value, this WavPak smoothly crossfades between different consonant musical intervals to the root (octave, octave + fifth, two octaves, two octaves + third, two octaves + fifth, and three octaves). When layered with a second oscillator tuned to the root pitch - or with the Osiris’ own subharmonic - the result are musical intervals under voltage control. Used with the Osiris’ subharmonic plus its stack & detune algorithm, and now one VCO sounds like three - with custom waves!

This WavPak is currently available for free from ModBap: https://www.modbap.com/collections/wa...

And here is the index to the video above:
00:00 introduction
00:41 East Coast bank
02:00 West Coast bank
03:11 Formants bank
04:07 Harmonics bank
05:34 Y axis tuning tricks
07:00 patch ideas"

The Greatest Synth in History | T.O.N.T.O

video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

"Dive into the revolutionary world of T.O.N.T.O, the legendary synthesizer that became synonymous with Stevie Wonder's groundbreaking music during his classic period. In this video, I explore the incredible story behind T.O.N.T.O (The Original New Timbral Orchestra), a pioneering modular synthesizer created by Malcolm Cecil and Robert Margouleff in the early 1970s.
Discover how T.O.N.T.O's vast array of analog modules and innovative design allowed Stevie Wonder to explore new sonic frontiers, shaping timeless albums like 'Innervisions,' 'Fulfillingness' First Finale,' and 'Songs in the Key of Life.' From its towering size, custom wood cabinets, to its intricate patching system, T.O.N.T.O not only expanded the palette of sounds available to musicians but also set a benchmark for electronic music production.
Through my interview with Grammy Winning Super-Producer Robert Margouleff, (T.O.N.T.O co-creator), we'll uncover its enduring impact on music production techniques and its part in shaping the evolution of synthesizers. From its role in creating iconic basslines and ethereal textures to its influence on the development of funk, soul, and electronic music genres, T.O.N.T.O remains a testament to the power of innovation in music technology.
Whether you're a die-hard Stevie Wonder fan, a synth enthusiast, or simply curious about the instruments that changed music forever, this video provides a comprehensive look at T.O.N.T.O's journey from obscurity to becoming an icon of musical innovation. Don't miss out on discovering the secrets and stories behind Stevie Wonder's magical sounds and the synthesizer that continues to inspire generations of musicians worldwide. Hit the play button and embark on a sonic adventure with T.O.N.T.O!"


00:00 Intro (theme music)
00:09 Building TONTO
01:33 Meeting Malcolm Cecil
03:25 Writing Ads for the Moog
03:55 Designing the a Giant Synth on a Tablecloth
05:05 ARP, Serge, and other synths
06:45 Making 'Zero Time' & 1st Record Deal
09:14 Stevie Wonder meets Robert, Malcolm & the Moog
12:09 Moving to Electric Lady Studio
13:16 John Storyk Builds TONTO's Case
14:54 TONTO's Live Concert
16:47 TONTO's Keeps Growing with Special Features
18:45 No Minimoog
19:26 Special Expression Techniques on the Moog
21:14 Stevie's Custom Pitch Bender
24:08 Logo (theme music)

Producing Stevie Wonder & the Synth that Changed Music | Robert Margouleff Story

Variable Bandwidth Filter - Final revision first sounds | Low-gain Electronics - 4U Modular Serge

video upload by LowGainElectronics

"Literally just fired up the Variable Bandwidth Filter… haven’t even calibrated it. Just ran a 50% pulse info it and did some simple sweeps and modulations from the Dual Slopes Compact and VC Filter/Oscillator. Eventually I take the Hi-Band output and feed it into the second input and it gives you resonance control. Fun part about that is you get 6 sources of feedback to choose from! The Hi-Band output provides some nice drip! Can also provide a bit of crunch and overdrive as well depending on your control settings and modulation sources.

There is a little clipping from my phone interface. Sorry about that.

Assembled modules, DIY PCB’s and Panels available very soon!"

the book of MARDUK ~ serge soundscape

video upload by Ebotronix

Strymon AA1 ~Cloudburst (2x) controlled by 16n Faderbank Midi CC
Serge Modular System Eurorack
GTO, 2x NTO, +N Com,Variable Slope VCF, VCFQ, DUSG, SSG,
Stereo Mixer, Wave Multipliers, Resonance Equalizer, TWS+!
ARC Serge TKB
Doepfer R2m Ribbon Controller, A 183-2
Mutable Instruments Shades
Tunefish Modular Links, µ Veils, µ Peaks,
Ornament and Crime Teensy 4.0 with Phaserville ,
quantermain app ~ harmonic minor
ADDAC 2x Floor Control with 2x Boss EV 30 pedals
Soundmachines SY1 Synesthesia cv to DMX controller module
15.06.2024
video # 2382

Ambient Piano vs SERGE VC Resonant EQ eurorack

video upload by Serge Modular | Random*Source

"Piano meets Serge VC Resonant EQ. Loop by @teohoffmann.

First take: piano sent into VC Resonant EQ (with some modular modulation and knob twisting).
Second take: TAU Phaser added plus an oscillator to add some electronic sounds.
Both takes recorded with a bit of Vintageverb on AMPEX."

00:00 Original Piano
01:42 Processed with VC ResEQ
03:20 Processed with VC ResEQ, TAU.

GTO | Serge Tutorials | Episode 03 (one of the coolest modules ever made)

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"The first two episodes where about the big Serge heritage in 4U panels, the translation to eurorack and the relationship between DUSG and Maths. Starting from episode 03, I'll downsize the cases and focus on individual modules in small setups.

The GTO is the 'V2' of the legendary SSG (Smooth/Stepped Generator). A few weeks ago, I wasn't even aware of these two. At first glance, it looks like a mix of a Cycle and a Sample/Hold. The 'challenge' with Serge is that you can't tell what a module can do when you look at it. But WOW. The GTO is a force of nature. If you have an interest in Serge, this module can keep you exploring for many, many months. If I had to confine myself to choosing one Serge module only, it would be the GTO.

I am making this series to teach myself the ins and outs of modular, sharing the journey as I progress. I invested in a big case, but only because I am planning to teach and do 'master' classes. I just can't teach modular without knowing about Serge. So this series isn't affiliated with Serge or Random*Source.

I fitted the Befaco Bananuts myself, they don't come with the modules. Also, there are no white ones, so I spray painted a few bags of silver ones. I still need to remove a bit of excess paint, but they look awesome. I guess it's something autistic, but I am proud of it.

I am not sponsored. R*S offered me to borrow modules I'd like to cover, but don't fit my budget. There's an SSG coming soon, together with the Paperface 50 4U reissue. I am not doing 4U videos, but it's cool to actually see and hear where the eurorack modules come from.

Finally, the appearance of Lego models is purely for fun and decoration. Everybody is using plants to decorate their modular videos and I wanted to do it a bit differently. They're models of carnivorous plants (Carnivor is also a Serge combo)."

Serge Modular | Episode 02 | Voices and Utilities

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"I wish I could do this all day. Building a Serge system in eurorack is great fun, and the same applies to figuring it out. I've been running this channel for a while know and I assumed I knew a lot. In EP01 I knew nothing and I could hide behind fancy animations. In this episode I still don't know enough to dive deep but I've figured out there are 4U voice- and utility panels. Most of them can be directly translated to eurorack and in this episode I've 'built' a La Bestia II (with some missing parts).

A deep compare with Maths is unavoidable, so we're going to compare Maths with DUSG again. I shouldn't do this, but Serge modules have rise and falls all over the place and they sound totally different. Indeed, they're designed to double as full featured VCO's with varishape waveforms, AM and FM. They can filter, and work as VCA's or LPG's. This is called 'patch programmability'. So what's on the panel isn't necessarily what the module is for. Without direction, a dual slope means nothing.

00:00 Introduction
01:07 Maths V1 = Serge DUSG + (Buchla 281) + 257
02:38 Maths EOR/EOC vs DUSG END
03:29 DUSG as Complex VCO
04:33 Introducing GTS
05:10 Utilities sound like utilities
07:26 Winds of Wood
09:01 Quantized jam with Rene, Optomix & Mimeophon
13:01 A Krell patch with the La Bestia II panel layout (eurorack)."

Serge Modular synthesizer: Playing the MEDUSA with the TKB programmer

video upload by fonitronik

"Just a simple test of the MEDUSA, manually played by the TKB programmer."

AlfaVox System A1905 - Modular/Analog Synthesizer (Made in Sweden - 2005)

video upload by Stephano Gavilanes

You can find pics of the AlfaVox in this previous post.

"First encounter (no effects), with the AlfaVox System A1905 synthesizer, only one unit was made.

It is not a 5U, neither a Serge panel, nor an EMS synth, but it is very capable to tap into those sonic palettes.

Enjoy it!"

Serge Modular | Episode 01 | Introduction

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"I really thought I'd be immune to that modular virus by now. I was wondering what the fuzz is about with Serge Modular. And here we are.

In this series, I am not going to show off my extensive knowledge of Serge systems and patching techniques because I am a blank sheet of paper.

I know nothing. In episode 1, I'll start with celebrating 50 years of Serge with a Paperface 50 reissue walkthrough. The paper-panel kits Serge made for his students back in CalArt 1970's. Then I'll try to translate the sections to contemporary Eurorack Serge modules. I am trying to borrow a Paperface from Random*Source to dive deeper and make this adventure more tangible.

Eventually, this series will cover all Serge modules I own, and hopefully I'll be able to explain how they work, and how to get music out of them.

My knowledge comes from Maths, which was inspired by the Serge DUSG Dual Universal Slope Generator (signal ins), the Buchla 281 quad function generator (trigger ins) and the 257 voltage math (SUM, INV, OR, center attenuators). And while this knowledge is very useful, I had no idea the DUSG would be so different and SO powerful. Even with four years of near full-time patching experience, I still know nothing. Except one thing. Serge represents completely unexplored territory for me. Considering the low amount of Serge videos on YT, I may not be the only one.

Today I extended my case with the DUSG and the RES EQ from someone who sold his entire modular rig. These modules were the last to go. So many people either don't like them, don't know them, or don't know how they work. I am from category 2 and 3. Serge is often considered 'low level', like he's turning his modules inside out, exposing circuitry that's usually hidden behind the panel. He provides total freedom. Let's find out if we can handle that."