FORMANTA P-432

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"FORMANTA P-432 was made in Soviet Union (Russia) by well-known Polivoks/Formanta plant in Kachkanar city. This instrument is analog synthesizer with preset patches and midi. Synth has 37 patches in memory (electronic piano, strings, bass, organ etc.), vibrato and chorus effects. Also there is joystick for pitch/modulation control. It’s a great instrument for any music or collection. my synth is like new, mint condition. Works like it should 100%. Instrument has original configuration: with standard midi in/out/thru, ¼ Jack audio out, 220V power."


video here

Update via soundform in the comments: "Holly crap! It's not an "analogue" synth - it's a fully digital soviet bullshit. Very heavy and sounds like piece of shit. 495$ ??? It costs 30$ max here in Ukraine."

According to ruskeys.net it is indeed digital. You'll find additional info there. Be sure to see the video link above for a bit of what it sounds like.

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Ensoniq Fizmo Transwave Digital Synthesizer Rackmount / Desktop Version SN 069976593

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"Ensoniq Fizmo 5U rackmount version, super hard to find these days! This one was just serviced with a NEW voltage regulator (notorious problem) that has been corrected. Factory patches have been restored over Sysex like new. Sounds absolutely insane!

Fully functional unit, main volume control knob is unoriginal (purple cap). Several pot shafts are slightly crooked -- but fully functioning without issue (see detailed pictures). Includes a Lexicon power supply that is to factory spec.

Fizmo rack utilizes real-time Transwave synthesis, a powerful synthesis engine capable of 48-voice polyphony, state-of-the-art 20-bit output converters, 24-bit on-board effects with 41 algorithms including the Ensoniq Vocoder, an arpeggiator with 118 editable patterns."

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Luke Neptune's Vintage/Classic Soundset for Minilogue xd

Published on Feb 28, 2020 Luke Neptune

"Buy this soundset here http://www.lukeneptune.com/soundsets/

Vintage/Classic for the Minilogue xd features 100 patches inspired by the synth sounds of yesterday. Packed with vintage style brasses, warm organic pads, silky strings, punchy retro basses and creamy leads.

Vintage/Classic contains a handful of recreations of classic sounds from classic songs such as- Van Halen- Jump, 808 State- Pacific State, Underworld- Born Slippy, Vangelis- Blade Runner, Michael Jackson- Thriller, Inner City Good Life, Toto- Africa, Daft Punk- Da Funk & Aerodynamic, Harold Faltermeyer- Axel F and more

Some of the synths that have inspired the sounds of this soundset are the Roland Jupiter 8, Korg Polysix, Korg Monopoly, Sequential Prophet 5, Moog Minimoog, Roland Juno 60/106, Oberheim’s OB series and Yamaha’s DX series

The patches within Vintage/Classic have been carefully designed to be suitable for many different genres including House/Techno, Synthwave, Disco/Funk, Classic Rock, Ambient, Soundtrack/Soundscapes.

So if it’s those nostalgic 70’s, 80s and 90s that you’ve been looking for then Vintage/Classic could be your kind of thing!

On purchase you will receive step by step instructions on how to load the sounds and how to back up any of your existing patches should you wish too."

Yamaha TX802 FM Tone Generator

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"The TX802 FM Tone Generator is basically a rack-module version of the DX7MK2 with full 8-part multi-timbral operation for sequencing and/or key mapping. It has 16-voices of polyphony and six digital FM Operators, the same as in the DX7mkII. There are 128 preset and 64 user patches for your sounds, as well as an external memory cartridge slot. Tested in excellent working condition, shows average rack rash and paint wear. Pull-out reference card is fully intact."

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Waldorf Microwave V1 Rev A (Curtis CEM 3389) w/ RAM Cards

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"The earliest and arguably best sounding version of the infamous Waldorf Microwave. This REV A model shipped with the analog Curtis CEM 3389 filters.

This unit is in excellent condition with very minor blemishes, hard to believe that it's over 30 years old! All electrolytic capacitors on the PCB have been updated, so it should last another life time.

Includes 4 RAM cards for storing extra sounds which essentially expand the available sound patches to 128.

Running the final operating system 2.0, made in Germany (with love).

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Oberheim Matrix 6R Rackmount Polysynth SN K64 0639

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"1980's Oberheim Matrix 6R, great working condition over all. The volume slider is a tad dirty but the unit sounds absolutely incredible. Average rack rash, all functions are 100%. Includes AC power cable.

Polyphony - 6 voices Oscillators - 12 DCO's at 2 per voice Layers - Single / Split / 2-part Multitimbral Memory - 100 patches, 50 splits Filter - 1 lowpass resonant filter VCA - 2 VCA + 3 Multimode Envelopes LFO - 2 (plus 1 for vibrato effect) Control - MIDI In/OUT/THRU"

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1981 Roland Jupiter 8 w/ Flightcase (Serviced) SN 100745

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"Pro owned and maintained Jupiter 8, this one was just fully serviced and overhauled. Fully recapped, all keyboard contacts, sliders and pots have been painstakingly cleaned for optimal performance. This is a very early model, pre DCB port. Includes a heavy duty ATA Anvil flight case, super clean condition as well.

Serial number: 100745 (September of 1981).

-Polyphony - 8 voices
-Oscillators - 2 VCO's per voice (16 oscillators's!) switchable between triangle, sawtooth, pulse, and square waves plus noise on OSC 2
-LFO - 4-waveform (sine, tri, ramp, random) LFO
-Filter - Low pass filter with 2-pole (12 dB/oct) and 4-pole (24 dB/oct) modes, Env Mod, -LFO MOd, Key Follow. Separate 6 dB/oct high pass filter.
-VCA - Standard ADSR and mixer to balance oscillator levels
-Memory - 64 patches and 8 patch presets
-Keyboard - 61 note keyboard"

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Kai Keyboard Mafia jamming on the Future Library - Nord Keyboards Sound Bank (Synthcloud Library)

Published on Jun 7, 2018 Synth Cloud

Follow-up to Kai Keyboard Mafia performing the Starter Pack for Nord Keyboards (Synthcloud Library)

download: http://www.synthonia.com

Kai Keyboard Mafia demonstrates the Future Library, a collection fo 50 patches for Nord Stage 3, Nord Stage 2/EX (programmed by Nord Keyboards Italia).

NS3: https://www.synthonia.com/marketplace...
NS2: https://www.synthonia.com/marketplace...

Patches list:

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OCTAVE CATSTICK synth controller

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"ULTRA-RARE and fully working Octave-Plateau CATSTICK synth controller in amazing condition !
The original ad described it simply as :
"The better alternative to wheels, ribbons, pressure pads, knobs, sliders and pedals for any patchable synthesizer"
Built by OCTAVE-PLATEAU Electronics Inc. in New York City.
The unit runs on 110 volts and comes with an adaptor to make it work with European 220 voltage.
PATCHING
WHAT IS IT ?
The CATSTICK is a very powerful precision, spring-loaded joystick controller that lets one hand control four different modulation settings - 1 for each of the 4 joystick directions. By moving the stick off axis, combination modulations of different proportions are possible. When the stick is released, it springs back to its vertical, zero modulation position.

HOW DO YOU USE IT ?
For portable synthesizers, like the CAT, ODYSSEY or MINIMOOG - to quote a few - you can connect the CATSTICK outputs to the VCO, VCF or VCA inputs normally intended for footpedal controls. This lets you use the CATSTICK LFOs and control voltages to modulate the synthesizer as the joystick is moved. In patchable systems like the ARP 2600 or Modular MOOG, you can connect the CATSTICK VCAs in series with patchcords to allow real-time control of synthesizer patches.

WHO CAN USE IT ?
If you own a MINIMOOG, CAT, KITTEN, ODYSSEY, 2600, OBERHEIM, ROLAND, MODULAR SYSTEM or any other synthesizer with control voltage inputs, the CATSTICK is for YOU !

VERSATILITY
Included are 4 VCAs (each externally accessible), 2 wide-range LFOs with rate LED monitors, and a complete internal voltage processing system. The 20-jacks rear panel patch bay allows access to all of the internal control voltage signals and makes the CATSTICK a versatile addition for both performance-oriented and studio synthesis systems.

Not only the CATSTICK is a very powerful hands-on performance controller but it also is a very, VERY rare collector's item. You almost never see them for sale. So this is your chance to get hold of an exceptional piece of gear..."

FORMANTA P-432

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"It was made in Soviet Union (Russia) by well-known Polivoks/Formanta plant in Kachkanar city. This instrument is analog synthesizer with preset patches and midi. Synth has 37 patches in memory (electronic piano, strings, bass, organ etc.), vibrato and chorus effects. Also there is joystick for pitch/modulation control. It’s a great instrument for any music or collection.

This FORMANTA is in a perfect shape and well working condition. Instrument has original configuration: with standard midi in/out/thru, ¼ Jack audio out, 220V power."

MAESTRO

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"This auction is for vintage analog synth MAESTRO. It was made in Soviet Union (Russia) by well-known Polivoks/Formanta plant in Kachkanar city. This instrument is analog synthesizer with digital control. Synth has 20 patches in memory, vibrato, chorus, analog filter and excellent arpegiator. So there is joystick for pitch/vibrato control. It’s a great instrument for electronic music or collection.

MAESTRO is in a quite good shape and well working condition. Instrument has original configuration: without midi or CV/Gate, 5-din audio out, ¼ Jack headphones out, 220V power."

Miss America Oberheim OB-Xa Synthesizer - 8 Voice - Original Owner - 120 Programs

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"Original Factory Programs have been reinstalled, so you are getting the original Oberheim patches that came with the instrument... OBXa was recently overhauled in November 2016 by one of the top classic synth restoration guys in the US located in Tampa, FL. Paper work on the overhaul will ship with the instrument. It didn't need much because it's been maintained in my studio constantly.

Originally, I bought my OBX-a in September 1982 to play the Miss America Pageant '82 TV Show in Atlantic City.
Immediately after that I moved the synth to the Bally Casino in AC to play the "Legends in Concert" show.
I was on that show for a several months. Since the fall of 1983 my OBXa has lived happily in my studio except for normal maintenance and tune up.

I am not a smoker.
I don't let anyone smoke in my studio.
This machine has been in a climate controlled smoke free environment all it's life."

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Cherry Audio Mercury-4 - Sound Bank '79

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"Patches for an excellent sounding instrument. Drawing from the earliest days of polyphonic synthesizers, Sound Bank ‘79 for the Cherry Audio Mercury-4 finds its inspiration in synthesizer music found in documentaries and library music from the late 70’s and early 80’s.

A bank comprising 30 patches for instant inspiration. The goal was to squeeze as much vintage analog juice out of this plug-in as possible, primarily working within the constraints of the original Roland Jupiter-4 analog poly synth. I honestly never payed much attention to the Jupiter-4, but this plug-in sounds insanely good, it's one of my favorites now. And the included Roland Space Echo emulation sounds superb.

Sound Bank '79 is a series of vintage tones for different synths and plug-ins, so look out for future releases. Recorded completely dry with no external effects or processing.

Link:
polydata.bigcartel.com

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Rossum Electro-Music - Morpheus

Published on Jan 31, 2017 DivKidVideo

00:00 intro
00:22 feature run down
01:21 Moving Pick - modelling filters
03:21 processing - drum break
04:46 processing - flamenco guitar
06:01 processing - synth chord drone
06:22 easter egg / bonus bit? ... playstation loading sound
07:39 processing - foley / city streets
09:20 processing - full techno mix
11:37 processing - full ambient mix
13:21 expanding standard subtract synth patches
18:17 on board sequencer
19:19 creating and editing sequences
22:48 closing thoughts / outro / manual

"Oh Morpheus, you're awesome ... don't change a thing! :)

Stupidity aside Morpheus is killer. A really impressive bit of kit that I honestly feel could offer something for everyone depending on what you're looking to do. There's so many potential applications with input sources a such a wide range of filters and their 3 controls. The on board sequencer can be vast and equally powerful.

Here's the noise video [posted here] I've mentioned at several points showing more filter modes shaping noise. As noise (white noise at least) by nature is broadband it shows off the filters well."

Nordicity 1 - Muzik 4 Machines - Micro Modular test 1

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"MP3: http://muzik4machines.com/5dvbzv
basicaly it's 4 songs at different tempos trying the newly composed sequences on my new micro modular
booking: http://muzik4machines.com/book.html
Twitter: http://twitter.com/muzik4machines
Podcast: http://muzik4machines.com/2ztc7w

gear used
Korg ESX1: All Sequences/Drums
Yamaha TX81z: Reverby/Pumpy Sawtooth Bass (chain:TX81z-Boss V-Wha-Akai MFC42-DBX266 ch2 (Compression/distortion)-Alesis Nanoverb-DBX266 ch1 (pump)--Mixer)
Roland MKS50: Hoover/Saw/Lead/Pumpy Synth (Chain MKS50-DBX266-Boss SL20-Zoom RFX2200-Mixer)
Clavia Nord Micro Modular: Synth, bass, arpegios, pads, chords
Redsound SoundBite Pro: Vocals/looping
Korg Kaoss pad 2: Tempo Delay
Korg Kaoss Pad 3: Loops, Looper(snare rolls), Grainshifter
Korg Kaossilator: Noise Sweeps (path: K01-Mini KP(Delay)-Mixer)
Korg ER1: Distorted Beatbox AND sidechain signal (Chain: left out-ProCo Turbo Rat-Dimebag Wha-Mixer)
DX200: Fm E-piano, pads, 303-esque sequences, etc (Chain: Left Out-Boss DD5 delay-Mixer)
Motu Midi Mixer 7s: My mixer, controlled by the BCF2000)
Kawai Midi Patchbay:Guess
DBX MC 6: Output Compressor

NOT used:
a computer, besides recording it; no edition"

Update via .:Muzik 4 Machines:. in the comments: "as promised, part 2 is up with screenshots of the patches used"

Nord City 2 - Muzik 4 Machines demo-ing the nord modular

Roland JD-800 Synthesizer SN ZC43655

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"Edit VOICE main core H8532 (at IC36) manages up to 24 voice or digital oscillators polyphony.

A single patch is composed by a 4 PCM layer by the JD "WG" wave generator - each layer with individual parameters such as:

- level mix
- pitch coarse and fine
- pitch random amount
- key follow modes.

Roland calls Linear Arithmetic synthesis, a technique Roland had been using to great effect in the Roland D-50. The JD-800 has 108 waveforms built-in, but these can be expanded via PCM-cards. There are waveforms in a variety of categories, like; analog synth, acoustic instruments, like guitars, woodwind, brass and voices. Most of these waveforms are very short and are designed to give character to the attack portion of a sound, while some longer ones are designed for creating pads, or the sustained part of a patch. The JD-800 was the first instrument from Roland to have its core sound set of waveforms developed entirely in the United States, under a short-lived branch of Roland's R&D-LA office in Culver City, California. The core sampled waveforms and Factory presets of the JD-800 were created by Eric Persing.[2]

A patch, or single sound, in the JD-800 consists of up to 4 tones. As every tone consists of an almost completely independent synthesizer voice a patch could be considered a layer of up to 4 different synthesizers. In single mode the JD-800 plays one patch at a time, but in multi mode it is possible to play 5 different patches, over MIDI, plus an extra "special" patch. The special patch has different waveforms assigned to the 61 different key on the keyboard, so is used for drums and percussion sounds. The JD-800 has one effects section. In single mode 7 effects can be used simultaneously, in series, so all tones in a patch go through the same effects. In multi mode 3 effects can be used at the same time, all patches sharing the same effects, though a patch can be routed to bypass the effects."

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Kai Keyboard Mafia performing the Starter Pack for Nord Keyboards (Synthcloud Library)

Published on Jun 5, 2018 Synth Cloud

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Kai Keyboard Mafia demonstrates the Starter Pack for Nord Stage 3, Nord Stage 2/EX and Nord Electro 5 ( programmed by Nord Keyboards Italia). Download the pack below:

Patches List:
70’s strings 00:05
80’s lead 01:33
Acoustic Guitar 03:01
Atmo Pad 04:00
D50 Polybrass 05:32

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An Interview with Barry Schrader

Hi everyone! As you know Barry Schrader will be giving his farewell concert at CalArts on September 26. The following is the beginning of my interview with him. I opted to post the questions and answers as they come in.  New QAs will get a new post so you do not miss them and they will be added to this post so we have one central post for the full interview. This should make it easier for all of us to consume in our busy lives, and it will allow you to send in any questions that may come to mind during the interview process.  If you have anything you'd like to ask Barry, feel free to send it in to matrixsynth@gmail.com.  This is a rare opportunity for us to get insight on a significant bit of synthesizer history, specifically with early Buchla systems, and I'd like to thank Barry for this opportunity. Thank you Barry!

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Circuit City - Session 6

Published on Dec 7, 2016 Jeremy Leaird-Koch

All parts here.

"Live sessions with the Novation Circuit, Launch Control XL, & Oxygen 8.
Using custom synth patches and samples.

Ableton running off-camera providing MIDI routing.

http://jjbbllkk.com
http://soundvision.bandcamp.com/
http://soundcloud.com/jeremyblake"

Soviet MAESTRO

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"It was made in Soviet Union (Russia) by well-known Formanta plant in Kachkanar city. This instrument was created by Polivoks founder Vladimir Kuzmin. Synth has 20 patches in memory, vibrato, chorus, analog filter and arpegiator. There is joystick for pitch/vibrato control. Additional midi input and midi sync for arpegiator were installed."

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