3 increasingly weird ways to program a TR-606 module (but keep it satisfying)

video upload by mylarmelodies

"This is a blend of: A 606 clone eurorack module demo (the LPZW/Tubbutec 6m0d6), and a tutorial - laced with tips and tricks - exploring three increasingly weird ways to trigger and modulate (drum) modules in general - using Gate & CV, Trigger Riot, and sneaky tricks in Ableton Live & MIDI. The overall theme is: Keeping the results 'musical' and satisfying.

We'll also make a generative sequencer with the Mutable instruments stages and use it to control the excellent Doepfer A-111-6. We'll drive it with the Music Thing Mini Drive. We'll turn the Tiptop Audio Trigger Riot into a modulation sequencer. We'll then use Ableton Live and we'll absolutely smash this thing to bits with some simple but very interesting methods to get completely wild patterns, that would take a LOT of modules to do in analog-land.

Happy days."

00:00 Today we shall...
01:07 I made a tiny groovebox
02:03 6m0d6 sound / basics
02:51 Generative sequencer recipe
03:47 Modulating Decay Time / Accent is Life
05:37 The 1U 6quencer
06:51 Now let's DRIVE it.
08:27 Urgh.
09:05 Sub Tom = A bonus bassdrum
10:46 Speeding up, breakbeats
11:05 Creating a two kick 'roll'
12:55 Trigger Riot
16:59 A weird way to make modulation
21:25 More odd triggering ideas
23:04 Why did this work?
24:43 Ableton Madness
26:36 Dummy modulation clips
29:14 Note Echo Madness
31:22 asd's Arpeggiator Insanity

5 Favorite Things About the teenage engineering EP-133 K.O. II w/ SON WU

video upload by Perfect Circuit

"SON WU's beatmaking & music production tips and tricks with teenage engineering gear are well-known. In this video, he shares his five favorite things about the new teenage engineering EP-133 K.O. II 64MB Sampler Composer — one of the most popular and fun samplers on the market.

Read our interview with TE Founder / Designer David Eriksson here

Order your EP-133 here"

Tips & Tricks: Elektron Analog Heat +FX with a MIDI Sequencer For More Creative Control

video upload by Group Technologies

"We are all aware of how versatile the Analog Heat+FX dynamic sound processor from Elektron is at processing, manipulating, enhancing, and twisting sounds. The Analog Heat+FX is truly a mighty palette for processing sound; either as an end of chain mastering tool or spicing up your drum machine, synth, vocals and anything else you can throw at it. In this video we look at how to use MIDI CC via the MIDI track(s) on the Syntakt to control various effect parameters on the Heat+FX. Effectively we sequence the different type of effects and parameters, going a little nuts in the process. Whilst this is great fun, it’s also a great way of experimenting with sound design and creating new sounds!

The heart of the Heat+FX is a stereo distortion unit with 8 fully analog circuits that offers everything from clean boost to total annihilation. The additional digital effects; delay, reverb, warble, bits, chorus, compressor and bass focus offers endless possibilities to sculpt your sound even further. There are over 100 effect parameters that can be controlled via MIDI CC on the Heat+FX, and pairing it with an external MIDI sequencer opens up a huge range of creative possibilities. Any Elektron MIDI sequencer, as found on the Syntakt, Digitakt or Octatrack are all great at complimenting the Heat+FX. MIDI tracks on any Elektron sequencer can control up to 4x MIDI CC parameters per track. In this video we use 2x MIDI tracks, controlling 8 parameters across reverb, delay and chorus effects, although the potential to mangle and twist your sound is almost limitless making the Heat+FX a fantastic sound processor!"

PP1 Pitch to CV/Gate (or MIDI) Converter

video upload by O.Z. Hall

"The Behringer Perfect Pitch PP1 is a pitch (audio mono signal) to CV/Gate ( or MIDI ) Converter. You input guitar, voice, flute, violin, trumpet, synth, any monophonic instrument and play a single note (pitch). It will convert that pitch to a MIDI note or Control Voltage plus Gate for an analog (CV) or digital (MIDI) synth. It allows you to play your synth by singing, or playing guitar, etc.
This video has numerous examples of doing just that. It will explain all the controls on the front panel, as well as giving you tricks and tips on how to get the smoothest control out of it.
Quickstart Guide ( see pages 8,9,10)
https://mediadl.musictribe.com/media/...

TIMECODE
0:00 - Introduction
0:17 - Mic input - Vocals
0:36 - PP1 Front Panel Controls
3:13 - Hi-Z input - Bass
3:27 - Hi-Z input - Guitar
3:59 - Line input - Mono Synth
4:11 - Mic input - Trumpet
4:36 - Line input - Sampled Trumpet
4:54 - Gate Threshold adjustment
5:10 - Conclusion"

Tips & Tricks: Class Compliant USB Audio Interface with Elektron Drum Machines and Synths

video upload by Group Technologies Australasia

"Did you know that almost all Elektron devices* are USB class compliant? That means you can easily send audio out from your Elektron drum machine or synth directly to your Apple iOS or OS device and record proper line-level audio. This is great for quickly capturing that beat you've been working on and sharing it with friends or for posting on social media like a pro. In this video we look at how easy it is to plug and record audio to your Apple device with no additional drivers, app or software required! It's also possible to send any incoming audio from external sources routed through to your Elektron box, out to USB as well. In this video we jam the Elektron Syntakt together with a vintage Roland TR-606. The TR-606 audio is running into the external input of the Syntakt and all the sounds from both devices are being routed directly via USB audio into an iPhone.

Elektron firmware provides options for choosing what audio source output you want to route to your iOS device. The default setting will send the main stereo outs, whereby the mix of all your tracks inside your Elektron box is sent out via USB. Alternatively, there are options to choose a specific track out via USB; perhaps you just want to send your sick bass line without the kick drum — yes you can! The Analog Heat+FX also has the option to process incoming audio from USB, offering a two-way audio solution that has many creative applications. Your iPhone or iPad microphone might be good at recording your voice, but they're not great at capturing and representing your latest beat creation.

*except the Octatrack"

Note this video is by supporting member David Haberfeld aka Honeysmack.

Making Noise With 0Coast // SFX & Music

video upload by Michael Manning

"In this video I show why I think the Make Noise 0Coast is the best piece of hardware to learn and experiment with modular synthesis. I show an overview of the instrument before then applying it towards making SFX for a 2D video game I'm making, showing my sound design process and some more advanced tips and tricks."

Spectralis 2 Tutorial: Sending drums to analog filters tips and tricks

video upload by MIDERA

"I've been spending a lot of time with the Ensoniq Mirage and sampling drums (which come out sounding so good) and wondered whether I could beef up the drums within the spectralis itself. I realized that I could send the drums to the analog filters and then do all sorts of things with it.

Note that this doesn't have any melodic stuff in it and it's using a simple drum beat, but I figure that will help you understand what it is that's happening with the sounds. Hope it's of use to any Spectralis user or potential Spectralis users.

This WILL work for both Spectralis 1 and 2 units equally. There will be no difference in sound (unless you haven't yet performed the filter fix on your Spectralis 2, then it will sounds much darker on your unit).

LFMX: 24db LP Filter exponential FM
LFML: 24db LP Filter linear FM
MMFM: 12db MM Filter Exponential FM

0:00 Introduction
1:00 Stock drum sound
3:42 Drums through the 24db filter
4:38 Digital to Analog feed (Drums)
5:58 DRUMS
7:29 Drums through 12db then 24db filter
10:25 Left and Right panning of filters
12:29 MM to LP to Fixed Filterbank
14:10 Sequencing the filterbank
16:15 Adding delay FX
18:37 Using oscillators to FM the drums
22:30 Sequencing oscillators to add melodic FM
27:00 Sending hybrid monosynth (L) AND drums (R) thru different filters
31:29 Concluding remarks"

Live synth pub - Yamaha Tenori-on and TNR-i/TNR-e iOS tips and tricks, Snuggle Sounds

video upload by SynthAddict

"Deep dive into the Yamaha Tenori-on hardware, with MIDI control and other tips and tricks. I also cover the TNR-i/TNR-e iOS apps and their differences from the hardware.

Then I demoed Dom Hawken's Snuggle Sounds iOS app, which is no longer available after Dom's passing, but it's a great little app that more people should see and hear.

At the end, I demoed a few random iOS music apps that I really like."

Come Patch With Us 6 - Luke Abbott / MATTHS - Modular Synth Live Patching

video upload by MATTHS

"Join myself and guests as we open the doors to our studios and share ideas about #modular synth patching as part of this series of livestreams.

Each episode I will be joined by fellow synth wizards, each armed with their own ideas, tips and tricks on #patching modular #synthesisers. Less chatting and more patching! Get involved by suggesting any further patching ideas in realtime using the chat.

I'm joined in this episode by:

Electronic music producer working under his own name, the alias Earlham Mystics, and as one-third of the electronic jazz group Szun Waves.

WEBSITE - https://lukeabbottmusic.com"

BOX11 TIPS AND TRICKS | Get the Most Out of Your Modular

video upload by synthesizersdotcom

"🎹 Dive into the world of modular synthesis with our latest YouTube video featuring Giulio Carmassi — a maestro of the synthesizer. Get an in-depth look at the Box11 from synthesizers.com and discover insider tips and tricks to unlock your creative potential. 🚀

Whether you're a seasoned synth enthusiast or just starting out, this video is packed with valuable insights that will help you make the most of your Box11. Watch as Giulio Carmassi breaks down complex techniques into easy-to-follow steps, allowing you to explore new sonic territories and refine your sound."

Patch Tips & Tricks for Improving Basic Waveforms!

video upload by The Unperson

"In today's video I explore some synthesis techniques and patching tricks for getting the most out of basic waveforms. I had a big list of ideas for this video but I'm not great at being concise so here is half of them, and the other half will be released in a part 2 video out next week! Hope you enjoy.

Cheers!

Ally

#synthesis #eurorack #modular #patch #synth

CONTENT
0:00 - Intro/Vibrato
4:09 - PWM
6:36 - Wavefolding
9:51 - Glissando
12:17 - HP Filter
15:24 - LPG
18:11 - Outro"

LUMI Keys Studio Edition: Tips and tricks for expressive music-making

video upload by ROLI

"Dive deep into the world of music production with our latest video, where ROLI's expert Joe Hauke reveals essential tips and tricks to maximize your use of the LUMI Keys Studio Edition. Discover the innovative MPE technology and multi-dimensional touch capabilities that can add incredible depth and nuance to your music.

0:00 Intro
0:23 How to use Lift
1:19 How to use per-key Pitch Bend
3:06 Using ROLI Studio's Smart Chords with Arpeggiator
4:09 How to use LUMI Keys with Kontakt
5:48 Using Modes to store different settings
8:02 How to use Scale Mode
9:22 Connecting 4 LUMI Keys
10:47 Outro"

Come Patch With Jamie Lidell / Matthias Puech / MATTHS - Modular Synth Live Patching

video upload by MATTHS

First live patching audio demo starts at 9:11.

"Join myself and guests as we open the doors to our studios and share ideas about #modular synth patching as part of this series of livestreams.

Each episode I will be joined by fellow synth wizards, each armed with their own ideas, tips and tricks on #patching modular #synthesisers. Less chatting and more patching! Get involved by suggesting any further patching ideas in realtime using the chat.

I'm joined in this episode by:

Jamie Lidell. Firmly bitten by the modular bug, Jamie has kindly been on my channel before taking us through is latest iteration of a modular looping device.

WEBSITE - http://jamielidellmusic.com

and

Matthias Peuch
You may be very familiar with his work with the 4ms & Matthias Puech Ensemble Oscillator, Tapographic Delay and alternate firmwares for Clouds and Batumi. Matthias knows his stuff!

WEBSITE - https://mqtthiqs.github.io
MUSIC - https://mqtthiqs.github.io/music.html"

/// Connect With MATTHS ///
🕸 WEBSITE w/ links - www.matthsmatthsmatths.com

Making Mono Synths Polyphonic with the K.O. II

video upload by Bloom Music

"Donald Jordan walks through the process of sampling synthesizers for lo-fi grit with the Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II.

All audio was captured directly from the K.O. II, with no external processing or effects.

A pack of synth samples for use on the K.O. II can be downloaded here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folder...

The sample names are notated in the video when used. There are also additional samples included in the sample pack that weren't used in the video. There are 22 synth samples totaling 13.7MB.

This video is not sponsored and all featured gear was purchased at full price.

If you enjoyed this video and want to see similar content in the future, please like and subscribe.

Intro: 00:00
Chromatic Sampling... What is it?: 0:48
Why Bother?: 2:40
Tips and Tricks: 7:18
Sampling Examples: 9:52

The following synths were sampled in this video:
Moog Grandmother
Arturia MiniFreak
Korg MS-2000
DSI Mopho
Vermona Perfourmer
MSW MSW-810"

YAHAMA SEQTRAK - 30 advanced tips and 5 things to know before you buy // Review & Tutorial

video upload by loopop

"Get access to my exclusive In-Complete Book of Electronic Music Ideas, Tips and Tricks, on my Patreon:

► https://www.patreon.com/loopop"

TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
1:05 Overview
2:40 Get a grip
3:15 Cheat sheet
3:30 USB MIDI
4:00 Velocity
4:55 Chrom drums
5:30 Mono sequencers!
6:20 MIDI CCs
6:45 Dongle anxiety
7:10 Bluetooth MIDI
7:25 MIDI settings
7:45 Be in GUI mode
8:40 GUI lock
9:00 Change defaults
9:15 Synth step seq
10:10 Advanced FX
12:10 Unlock 6 patterns
12:35 Temp save!
13:30 Fast params
13:45 App only stuff
14:00 FX 1 & 2
14:30 Trigger type
15:05 FX params
15:25 Synth LFO
16:15 7 sample tracks
16:55 FX strip secrets
19:20 Chord tips
20:30 Chord banks
21:00 Use the arp!
21:20 A faster Play
21:30 Fave shortcuts
23:30 Visualizer blues
23:55 Pros & cons
27:55 Outro

296t Basics | Buchla & Tiptop Audio Tips & Tricks

video upload by Stazma

Part 2 here

"Hello there!
Back on the 296t with a requested 'basic' overview. I decided to go in two parts, here's the first one, focusing on the audio side of the module, how to use the inputs and many outputs, with some patching exemples.
Have fun!"

00:00 Intro
01:05 Even, odd and All inputs and attenuator outputs
03:24 Comb outputs and using multiple outputs at once
04:51 Programmed output
07:05 Individual band CV control
09:10 Using the individual bands audio out
11:33 End talk and jam

Tiptop 207t Overview pt 1

video upload by Todd Barton

"Due out at the end of this month here's a brief overview with some tips and tricks."

Abstrakt Avalon MOD ENV sidechain tips and tricks

video upload by manmade madman

"The MOD ENV on the Avalon can be super useful as a sidechain for 4 on the floor music. In this use, it will duck the audio on the steps that its triggers.
The MOD ENV is a simple Attack/Decay envelope which you can use on the filter or VCA. You need to adjust the Attack/Decay according to the tempo, and you can get syncopated things going on which aren't possible on a standard Roland TB-303.
Near the end of the video, it can also become a "reverse" sound as it sweeps in slower than the normal attack."

201 Pocket Piano // a minimalist synth that's infinitely tweakable // review & tutorial

video upload by loopop

"Get bonus content and my exclusive In-Complete Book of Electronic Music Ideas, Tips and Tricks, on my Patreon: ► https://www.patreon.com/loopop"

TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
1:25 Overview
3:40 Factory synths
5:50 Factory arps
7:10 Sequencer
8:00 Custom LFO?
8:30 Polyphony
8:55 Build & IO
10:25 vs Organelle
11:20 Patch swap
14:10 More macros?
14:30 Multisamples
14:55 More arps
15:15 Text arps
15:30 Pure data
16:10 Mother-in-law
17:45 Custom 201?
18:00 MIDI settings
18:15 Pros & cons
20:05 Outro walkthru

Kawai K5000S 61-Key Digital Additive Synthesizer w/ Original Box & Extras

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"Includes:
• Kawai K5000s Keyboard (OS 4.04)
• Power Cable
• Owner’s Manual
• Wizoo Guide with Supporting Disk for all Kawai K5000 keyboards): Introduction to Additive Synthesis, Advanced Sound Design, Tips and Tricks (incredibly useful!)
• The 4 floppy disks that originally came with keyboard, including Emagic SoundDiver and Supplement Disk with Demo Songs/Extra Single Patches and Multis/Original Factory OS
• 7 custom Floppies with additional singles/multis patches, and backup O.S. disks.
• Mini Floppy Storage Case
• Original Shipping Box
*Keyboard Stand Not Included

Original owner. Seriously underrated vintage additive synth with tons of real-time controls and classic programmable arpeggiator. Gently used only in a smoke and pet-free home recording studio. Fantastic sounds, amazing keyboard feel and action - really the nicest keys on a synth you will ever play.

Excellent working condition: all buttons, pots, keys, and controls work perfectly. All jacks/connectors are solid with no audio or midi issues. Display has slightly dimmed, but is still legible and bright with full contrast control.

Cosmetically it’s in excellent condition except on the left side of the keyboard, above the drive slot and pitch and modulation wheels, (see pic) there’s a small blemish/chip in the dark blue where it looks like something was dropped on it (I don’t remember what it was or when it happened). Additionally, further down, closer to the left edge of the keyboard, left of the Pitch Bend wheel is another mark that’s about the size of a pencil tip and barely visible. Hopefully, you can see from the pictures that these are really minor blemishes on an otherwise beautiful synth."

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