Melodic Electronic Song with the Access, Juno 60, & Dave Smith Tempest,

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"Starting with a sequence going to the Access Indigo (filtered pad sound). Then another top lead melody layer into the Roland Juno 60. Drums on the Dave Smith Tempest drum machine. Bass Moog Prodigy. Some additional reverb from the Strymon Bigsky."

Juno 60 Arpeggiator in Melodic Electronic Song
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"Started with a nice arpeggiator on the Roland Juno 60. Drums Dave Smith Tempest drum machine. Bass Moog Mother 32. Lead Access Virus TI. Strymon Bigsky reverb on everything."

House Music Roland Juno 60 Arpeggiator

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"A cool arpeggiator on the Roland Juno 60 I recorded over a house beat. Drums Dave Smith Tempest. Bass Moog Mother 32. Chords Juno 60. Some additional reverb from the strymon bigsky."

Tomorrow comes too soon | IDM music

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"I've been really pining after my old Nord Drum 2. I can't believe how much the prices have gone up over the last few years. I bought mine for $650 and it had all this extra stuff. Sold it for the same in 2019... now, they go for over $1000. I really just want to get it back, sigh. I don't know whether I will or not because that's just a lot of money. Been trying to see if my Tempest or Machinedrum can pull off the same sounds, but there was something weirdly organic in that Nord Drum 2 that I can't quite seem to get out of these. The Monomachine was actually much closer, but it can't exactly pull off that sound either.

I dunno. I know I don't need this stuff, and my studio already feels overwhelmed with gear. Well... who knows. It's a simple problem, which I'm glad of, after everything last year. I'll take it as a good problem to have and be thankful about it.

Gear used:
Radikal Technologies Spectralis 2
Sequential Prophet 10
Dave Smith Instruments Tempest
Eventide Blackhole VST for reverb"

DSI Tempest Tips & Sound Demos From Scratch

video upload by Justin Joe

Playlist:
Unlocking the samples within the DSI Tempest (and some file management tips)
Cowbell From Scratch: Drum Synth Recipes -DSI Tempest
How to backup DSI Tempest - Sysex backups using SysEx Librarian
Tom Toms From Scratch: Drum Synth Recipes -DSI Tempest

Moog Sub 37 - Subtractive Vol 1 Vid 1 of 2

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Vid 2 of 2 here

"Patches will be available at https://www.orano.co.uk/shop or http://www.synthsounds.co.uk

Demo of Patches 1 to 57
(Patches 58 to 100 will demo in Video 2)

I really had great fun creating this custom pack. a good mixture of sounds here to suit all genres of music from Film Scores to Funk, House, Techno, Boards Of Canada, Floyd, and much more.

All Sequence Data you hear in this demo is saved with each patch and supplied in the pack as a free bonus.

Enjoy!
SM

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The breathing machines | DSI Tempest and JD-800 Experimental IDM track

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"Wanted to sit down with the Tempest and do something with it. I made the drum beat and decided that it needed some pad sound overlaid, so I added some pads from the JD-800 on top of it. Then I recorded it.

Dave Smith Instruments Tempest
Roland JD-800
Eventide Blackhole VST

#Tempest #Roland #JD-800"

Dave Smith Instruments Tempest SN 01558 w/ Original Box & Manual

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DSI Poly Evolver - a few patches

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"Well, I haven't been inspired to do anything recently (as is obvious from my lack of videos). I don't know if it's because I have too much stuff, haven't felt like writing, too busy with other things, or whatever it could be - but I guess I figured I'd do a few things after posting my Poly Evolver for sale and making sure everything functions. All of the knobs are off because I was planning to replace all of the encoders for detented encoders, but haven't done it yet. I think it needs it though, as some of the encoders already skip after applying deoxit (back in October 2022). But that's an extra $200 + $300 in labor (well, my own labor I suppose).

Anyway, It's a fun synth. And it sounds fantastic... I guess I'll see if anyone is interested in buying it - I could potentially buy a Moog One with the funds, but I'm not sure it's worth it. I've never once heard a demo I liked... but I also don't need all the synths I have so if I could consolidate to one, I might do that.

For drums you'll hear the Tempest. The Spectralis II sequenced the notes on the Evolver. Eventide Blackhole VST used for reverb."

DRUM MACHINE Review and Buyers Guide Part 1

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"Drum machines have come a long way in a relatively short period of time. If you think about the first fully programmable drum machines such as the Roland legendary TR-808, that was only a little over 40 years ago. Roland’s first MIDI drum machine, the House and Techno queen that is the TR-909 was manufactured in 1982. It’s nice to reminisce about the 1980s when drum machines became popular, although there’s been some modern classics during this millennium including the Elektron MachineDrum from 2001 and Dave Smith Tempest from 2011. Today there are a plethora of new drum machines all with amazing new features. Yes, many manufacturers these days politely provide a nod to the classics such as the 808, 909 and LinnDrum through to the modern classic in their designs. Here is our mega drum machine guide for the current drum machines that are being manufactured. This project became so big, that we had to split it into two parts, so here is part 1:

Check out the specs and the bits we love from each of these drum machines here: https://noisegate.com.au/drum-machine...

If you think that was mega, we’ve still got plenty more. We’ll be covering the Roland TR-8s, Korg Drumlogue, Erica Synths Perkons and more in part 2...!!

00:00 Intro from Dr. Honeysmack
01:13 Soma Pulsar23
05:07 Behringer RD-8 MkII
10:14 Behringer RD-9
14:58 Roland TR-6S
22:03 Elektron Syntakt
26:06 Korg Volca Beats
29:57 Korg Volca Drum
35:11 Arturia Drumbrute Impact
39:35 Behringer RD-6
40:51 Roland T-8
46:48 Outro and wait for PART 2!"

Layered Drum Machine Percussion Sample Pack by Goldbaby

video upload by GoldbabySamples

"Layered Drum Machine Percussion. Available now: https://www.goldbaby.co.nz/ldmp.html

Layering drum machine sounds again! This time percussion. Adding depth and character, as well as a distinctive flavour. These sounds are perfect for adding life to your drum patterns.

For this pack, I have used 37 drum machines in different combinations with multiple layering techniques. All recorded through tasty studio hardware.

Drum Machines: Syntakt, LXR-02, Pulsar-23, TR-727, TR-707, TR-808, TR-626, Volca Drum, PO-12, PO-32, Tempest, Tanzbar, CR-78, ER-1, XD5. PB-300, Ritmo, R-50, R-70, ADX-1, MFB-522, DRM-1, Acetone FR-1, MicroTonic, The Kit, LM-2, Drumulator, Nord Drum, KPR-77, OP-1, Mbrane, Bohm, D-1, RX-5, DDM-220, Rytm, 55B"

Roland Jupiter 6 and DSI Tempest downtempo electronic track

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"Here's a quick track I made using the Roland Jupiter 6 and a drum loop I made on the DSI Tempest. I had about 45 minutes to do this - so it's a bit rough around the edges. But to make this track I used the Split-1 mode on the Jupiter with two separate patches.

It's kind of fun to use, but I see it as a live sort of thing, kind of finding two patches that work well and then just jamming with it rather than using it in general. So I probably won't use it often. I like to have the whole panel as one patch. Anyway, it's Valentine's Day - so hopefully you have something fun to do - or you had something fun to do, whether it's by yourself or with someone else. I am going to go hang out with my wife.

#Tempest #electronic #Jupiter6"

Serge Dual Universal Slope Generator 5U First Impressions...

video upload by Rhythmicons

"These are just a few snippets messing around with the DUSG for the first time.
DUSG & DSI Tempest to STG Mixer.

This module was built by Rich at Lower West Side Studio from Ken Stone's Catgirl Synth PCB."

Only grief weathers time | Downtempo electronic synth instrumental

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"I think I have never sat here longer, not knowing a thing to write about, or how to title this track. I've thought about the day, the week, and all my music ever makes me think about is just how fleeting time is - I don't normally feel that way towards anything I listen to, just my music. I wonder if that's how others view their work? Or maybe it's just the focus of what I do? Which reminds me - when I ask if my music invokes 'sadness' I'm often hearing that, no, it doesn't sound sad, which is bizarre, because that is almost always the mood I'm going for.

Ok - I guess that helped me figure out my title. Now I wonder whether I need to add a string of instruments in there... It's what I always do, but I don't like it. So, I guess I won't.

But I better list out what I had because I recently went back to a track and masterfully did not include everything and now I've forgotten.

Roland Jupiter 6 - pads at the beginning and throughout
Roland SH-101 - bass
Sequential Prophet 10 - Arp
DSI Tempest - Druims
Squarp Pyramid - Sequencer
All sounds routed to AUX to Strymon Volante then to Eventide Space"

Pivot

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"Today I got the call from my veterinarian. I was expecting the call. My cat Pivot was diagnosed with a skin cancer. I guess I knew it was coming. I half expected to hear 'cancer'. I know she's only a cat. But she's been with me since 2008 when she was about a year old, a crazy little kitty.

Now, her own body has gone rogue against her and I will watch as it all unfolds. I don't know how long she's got. She is already 15, so she's had a pretty good long life, but I think maybe I could have done more earlier and I didn't.

So far - she's 'healthy' and just has these lesions that aren't comfortable. From what I've read, these cancers don't always or necessarily move to other organs, so hopefully we have a decent amount of time left with her.

When I told my daughter about what we should expect. She took it well. She had no questions... I'm guessing she just doesn't quite yet grasp what it means.

Not that I really grasp what it means either.

Roland Jupiter 6 (through Boss MD500)
Roland JX3P
DSI Tempest
Eventide Blackhole VST"

Afterglow | Downtempo electronic jam with Jupiter 6, Prophet 10, SH-101, DSI Tempest, and Pyramid

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"I finally got my studio reorganized. I had spent about 3 weeks fixing up my Jupiter 6, but everything else became disheveled. I realized how much time I spend 'noodling' and how it's just not rewarding, not like writing music. I realize for the most part, my 'noodling' videos tend to do better - probably because people are specifically interested in what the instrument does.

But I don't really get much out of those videos... except it keeps my channel 'active.' I'd take a written song any day over the nothing videos that I post. It feels good to get back into it.

Track uses the Roland Jupiter 6, Sequential Prophet 10, Roland SH-101, and DSI Tempest. Eventide Blackhole VST for FX."

Rising of the Lights | DSI Tempest and Elektron Monomachine demo

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"Picked up this DSI Tempest in a trade (plus cash). Immediately said I hated it, but I guess I didn't really think about letting it have its own workflow. Typically I sequence drums, but here I did overdub and live sequencing (i.e., finger drumming) and I dunno, I guess this is the result after about 2 hours with the thing."

Layered Drum Machine Kicks by Goldbaby

video upload by GoldbabySamples

"Layered Drum Machine Kicks. Available now: https://www.goldbaby.co.nz/ldmk.html"

via Goldbaby

"Layered Drum Machine Kicks

It’s no secret... I love layering drums! Such a great way of adding depth and character and giving a unique flavour and punch.

I have used 33 drum machines in different combinations with multiple layering techniques.

These kicks are ready for your next production and will work in many different genres.

I have also added a bonus of 8 transient samples if you want to do more layering with the samples.

Drum Machines used: TR-707, TR-505, TR-808, TR-909, LXR-02, Pulsar-23, Mrs Bass Drum, Volca Kick, Volca Drum, PO-12, PO-32, LM-2, DSI Tempest, MFB Tanzbar, DX, DMX, CR8000, ER1, Andromeda Space Rocker, DRM1, HeartBeat, Mbrane, TR-8s, MachineDrum, Rytm, Syntakt, Nord Drum, Olsen X-100, 55B, Ritmo, SP12, XD-5, MR10"

Live annotated eurorack techno synthwave with Tempest

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"This is a live techno synthwave electronic music performance, where I wanted to see if I could take advantage of the Malekko Sync module and use it to send MIDI clock from the Tempest to my eurorack sequencers. This is an entirely live and improvised performance, and I included annotations to show some of what I'm thinking about and also to demonstrate the different musical themes weaving in and out of the texture Since I'm a film composer by trade, this came out relatively cinematic and would work in certain movie score settings. This is a very simple setup to make a big sound. I hope this is educational for you as well, in terms of how I put these performances together. Hopefully this camera angle also helps you learn something!"

Bad Gear - Tempest

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"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world's most hated audio tools. Today we are going to talk about the DSI Tempest Analog Drum Machine. Is this hybrid drum machine created by two of the most influential figures in music technology, Dave Smith (creator of the Prophet 5 and important contributor to the midi standard) and Roger Linn (father of the Akai MPC and all that fancy 80s drum machines), the gold standard for hardware-based music production or did the two legends aim too high?

Thanks to my neighbor Paul for lending me his Tempest, check out his Insta:
https://www.instagram.com/jasbjb

Chapters:
00:00 Intro tune
01:13 Overview Dave Smith Instruments Tempest
01:45 Sounds, analog/digital oscillators, Prophet VS waveforms
02:07 Filter, high pass, feedback
02:30 Delay
02:39 Envelopes, LFOs
02:54 Modulations, mod matrix
03:01 MPC elements, pad modes, roll, arpeggiator, aftertouch, reverse
03:20 Sequencer, 16 Beats
03:40 Touch strips, real time FX
03:59 Distortion, compressor
04:12 Controversy, limitations
04:46 UI/UX, menu diving
05:10 Synth Voices = Drum Voices???
05:24 Polyphony, note stealing, voice allocation, outputs
05:51 Sample import (or lack thereof), memory limitations, pricing, thanks
06:11 Hate
06:37 Jam 1
07:31 Jam 2
08:35 Finale
09:07 Verdict"

Industry Tributes to Dave Smith

Some tributes from those in the indsutry. If there are others, feel free to leave them in the comments section below and I will add them to this post. I wanted to start with this one via @BirdKids from a post here on MATRIXSYNTH back in 2006, the year I actaully started this version of the site. It was the top pic from that post and I thought it fitting to start with it as it features a hidden message from Dave Smith.

via @BirdKids

"'May Peace prevail on Earth' Image via @matrixsynth matrixsynth.com/2006/09/on-ins… That's a Sequential Drumtraks (1984) How cool is that!?!? Thank you for everything Dave Smith and @sequentialLLC — your legacy, not just the machines, but the music and people it inspired, endless!"

via @WeAreNovation

"We're extremely sad to share that industry legend, Dave Smith, founder of fellow Focusrite family members Sequential, has died. We're heartbroken, but Dave was with his family, and doing what he loved best. To share your thoughts and memories, please visit http://sequential.com"

via @RolandGlobal

We are deeply saddened to learn that Dave Smith of Sequential has passed away. As a true synthesizer pioneer, he was very much admired and respected by Roland and others. We offer our condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and fans worldwide.

via @WeAreElektron

"We are terribly saddened to hear the news of Dave Smith’s passing. He has been such a pioneering giant of our industry, and his creativity and innovation will forever be part of the story of electronic music. Our thoughts are with his family & the entire @sequentialLLC team. RIP"

Note all three above used the image released by Sequential also featured in my post here. I grouped them together for that reason.

via @moogmusicinc

"Thank you, Dave, for all that you have given to our shared community. The world wouldn't sound the same without you."

via @SoulsbySynths

"RIP Dave Smith, thanks for the pioneering synths (including my Pro One which I love!), MIDI & so much more."

and via @tiptopaudio

"Rest In Peace Dave Smith. You brought so much happiness to this world, the sounds of your instruments touched the souls of so many of us. @sequentialLLC"

And via Roger Linn Design

"On May 31, 2022, Dave Smith, my dear friend of many years, passed away. His legacy of excellent synthesizers will last well beyond his years, as well as the positive influence on music that his instruments have had.

I first met Dave in the late 1970s at a trade show in Anaheim, California. He was showing his new Prophet 5 synthesizer, which I believe was the first polyphonic, programmable analog synth. I marveled at his creation, as did everyone else in attendance. Dave was full of energy and ambition, and well understood the new technology of microcomputers and software programming that was starting to change the world. He decided to use this new technology to change musical instruments. Of course the Prophet 5 went on to become a huge success, used on countless hit recordings in the 1980s.

Unlike me, Dave was an avid athelete, cyclist and triathlete. He actually participated in the Hawaii Ironman Triathlon in his younger years, an astoundingly difficult physical endeavor. He even enlisted me in some of his strenuous hikes, including Mount Whitney, the back side of Yosemite's Half Dome, and Mount Shasta. I named our climb up Mount Whitney 'Iron Man and the nerd'. :)

Our friendship continued over the years, and in 2011 I had the pleasure of collaborating with him on the Tempest analog drum machine. It was fun working with Dave and I learned a lot from him. He had a deep understanding of analog synthesis circuitry and the many design choices that are necessary in order to insure that the final instrument meets the demands of golden ears. He was also good at pushing me a little to bring out my best.

Sadly, the healthiest of atheletes are no match for the roll of the genetic dice, and Dave developed some medical problems in his later years that no doubt contributed to his being taken from us earlier than many. I feel privileged to have known and to have enjoyed a friendship with this extraordinary and creative individual. I miss my dear friend.

Roger"

Update: there's a brief mention of Dave Smith's Hawaii Ironman Triathlon in this article on the development of the Prophet VS (also captured here). He was there during development.

Update2: KORG pays tribute:

via @KorgUSA

"Korg USA wishes to pay respects to the family, friends, and legions of fans of Dave Smith. We've lost a true pioneer and wonderful human being. From the roots of MIDI to Sequential, Dave leaves behind a legacy of innovations that have forever changed the way we create music."

Dave Smith Tempest SN 00587

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