SynthTool by Behringer - MS-101 Analog Synthesizer update tool

Published on Aug 20, 2019 ranzee

"Checking out the new SynthTool software from Behringer along with the MS-101 synthesizer. Global settings, sequencer editor and firmware update facilities.

Download it from here:
https://www.behringer.com//Categories..."

Yamaha MD-BT01 Bluetooth MIDI wireless adapter

Published on Jul 24, 2018 ranzee


"Checking out the Yamaha MD-BT01 Bluetooth MIDI device. A setup guide on how to connect to iOS, Mac and other
devices."

Unnofficial Volca FM firmware 1.08 Update

Published on Oct 19, 2019 ranzee

Disclaimer: this is an unofficial update. Install at your own risk. Posting this only to let you know it exists. This was sent in via @dashcammusic. You can find the download link and comments at this reddit thread. Also, not sure why the download link would expire tomorrow.

"Volca FM firmware 1.08 [UNOFFICIAL] - velocity on note in, LFO fix, patch transfer, more CCs etc.
TLDR; I hacked the Volca FM firmware, fixed a bunch of really old bugs, added some features.

I have received a lot of feedback from people requesting the "1.05" FW (that added velocity on MIDI in) that I posted this spring. In June, I made a 1.06 version that added a bunch of other stuff as well. Big THANKS to the small group of beta testers that helped me evaluate that :-)
Imagine my surprise when KORG did the september FW drop - I thought the older Volcas were orphaned. But they did release FW for the FM - and still ignored the bugs! It was a bit rich. Now I have grafted my tweaks onto the 1.07 FW - you guys like it super fresh I imagine.
Check the KORG official FW update instructions carefully. 2 files need to go through for this to work as intended. Make sure no other sounds are playing, and use 44.1kHz native sample rate.
I take no responability whatsoever if you manage to mess up your FM. THIS IS ON YOUR OWN RISK.
Get it here: https://we.tl/t-gADWuRk37k (expires on oct 24th)

Change log (from ORIGINAL KORG fw (1.03, 1.04, 1.07)):

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Roland System-8 JX-3P Plug-out - The patches

Published on Aug 9, 2018 ranzee

"A quick tour of the factory patches of the JX-3P Plug-out on the Roland System-8 synthseizer. No talking, just noodling :)

This video covers Banks A to C."

Can the SH-01A sound like a Juno?

Published on Dec 20, 2017 ranzee av

"Here I explore the similar characteristics of the SH-101 and Juno synth architecture. Both having single oscillators, the same waveform options, PWM etc. So if we put a chorus on the SH-01A will it sound the same as the JU-06?

I'll try out the Boss CE-5 chorus ensemble pedal as well as the MXR analog chorus pedal ... which one sounds better?"

Roland Introduces the System-8 JX-3P Plug-out on 808 Day

Published on Aug 8, 2018 ranzee

"A quick look at the new free JX-3P plug-out for the Roland System-8 synthesizer. Announced on 808 day - 8th August 2018. The video covers a brief overview and listen to the synth including:

VCO Oscillators, VCF Filters, LFO, Chorus, Brilliance, and VCA Mode.

This plug-out comes for free with firmware version 1.3. There's a demonstration of the sounds with each section.

Download it here"

"JX-Funk" - Roland System-8 JX-3P PLUG-OUT Jam by Mike Pensini

Published on Aug 8, 2018 Mike Pensini

"All synth sounds, reverb and delay from the Roland JX-3P PLUG-OUT inside a System-8 synthesizer.

©2018 Mike Pensini"

New JX-3P Plugout for System-8 Ver. 1.30 - PREVIEW!

Published on Aug 8, 2018 gattobus

"I've always loved the sharpness of the JX-3P DCOs and, at the same time, the smoothness of its filter. Add the BBD Chorus and you can get one of the warmest and soft pad sounds ever heard.
I love it!!!"

via Roland

"The Summer of SYSTEM-8 is heating up with the recently added v.1.20 FM OSC and New Filters. But we haven’t stopped yet – here comes v.1.30!

The long-awaited third polyphonic PLUG-OUT for SYSTEM-8 is here... the JX-3P Programmable Preset Polyphonic Synthesizer. Like the JUNO-106, The JX-3P has a classic Roland DCO polyphonic architecture, reimagined with the newest ACB technology. No longer will the JX-3P be a lost sound of the past – take the sound forward to a new generation with the powerful, hands-on hardware of the SYSTEM-8."

Inside the Roland Boutique SE-02 analog synthesizer

Published on Dec 6, 2017 ranzee av

"Yep! I just voided my warranty! I take a look inside the Roland Boutique SE-02 analog synthesizer. This is the synthesizer that Roland have collaborated with Studio Electronics to make their first true analogue boutique (a move away from their usual VA/ACB style).

The video covers close-up footage of the circuit board and SMT components, including identifying chips/ICs.

All work is original without any commercial benefit from supplier or manufacturer."