Sequential Synth Tips #4 with Nicholas Semrad

Published on May 19, 2020 Sequential

"Welcome to 'Sequential Synth Tips,' where some of our favorite artists share their tips, tricks, and techniques on Sequential synths. In this episode, we feature keyboardist Nicholas Semrad on the Pro 3 demonstrating how to apply side-chain type effects to a patch, adding more phrasing options for expressive playing."

https://www.nicholastsemrad.com/shop

MFOS 16-Step Rotary Analog Sequencer Controller

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Published on May 18, 2020 djthomaswhite

"Here is my Music From Outer Space sequencer controller. This is the original CNC machined rotary label design I created way back when and is the same unit pictured on Ray’s legacy website (R.I.P. Ray, we miss ya brother). The core sequencer is Ray’s Classic 16-Step design and include some bonuses. The first bonus is the addition of 16 additional voltage pots and outputs raft sequence in time with the main internal clock. Changes to the main sequence length effect this expansion unit too. There are also two MFOS quantizer units with incredibly flexible and immediate scaling. Lastly there is a Catgirl Synth CGS Burst Generator to create bursts of triggers allowing you to slow you main sequence way down and use set trigger pulses to extend your performances very much like modern micro step sequencing a la the OP-Z or Elektron Gear but in a purely analog world here. The unit is stand alone and includes a Synthesis Technology 900 linear Power One power supply for precision voltage operation. All you need is a power and latch cables to get started. 1 volt per octave, cV/Gate and USA voltage requirements. Converters needed if in Europe, Japan or elsewhere. I will be selling this one if a kind unit and hope for it to go to a caring creator who can utilize it to its potential. Built like a tank, 100% custom and cared for she’s looking for a new love. Are you her future keeper?"

via this auction

"Here is my custom designed Music From Outer Space 16-step Analog Sequencer Controller. This is the original CNC machined rotary label design I created way back when and is the same unit pictured on Ray’s legacy website (R.I.P. Ray, we miss ya brother). The core sequencer is Ray’s Classic 16-Step sequencer design and include some bonuses. The basic design is 16-steps with gate switches per step, dual voltage outputs and selectable sequence modes.

The first bonus is the addition of 16 additional sequence control pots in an “infinity” layout with dual voltage outputs (pure/glide) that sequence in time with the main internal clock. Changes to the main sequence length and it mode affect this expansion unit too. Very useful for controlling volume or filter frequencies of your main sequence line.

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BOSS DR-55 mods and midi! (Tubbutec uniPulse midi interface)

Published on May 19, 2020 Tubbutec

"This DR-55 has been modded and midi added by Landon Balk. Check out his channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/3yo3channel
He built the custom case to house the mods and added midi using the Tubbutec uniPulse midi interface: https://tubbutec.de/uniPulse
an installation manual for the uniPulse mod can be found here:
https://tubbutec.de/blog/boss-dr-55-m...

The Roland SH-101 is modded with the Tubbutec SH-1oh1 midi interface and feature upgrade:
https://tubbutec.de/sh-1oh1"

Arturia Introduces the OB-Xa V

Published on May 19, 2020 Arturia

Arturia OB-Xa V User Demos


Playlist:

1. Arturia OB-Xa V Demo and Tutorial by CatSynth TV

We present the newly released OB-Xa V from Arturia, a recreation of the classic Oberheim OB-Xa polyphonic analog synthesizer. We delve into the history of the original instrument, explore some of the factory presets, and show how to create your own sounds with the features of the OB-Xa V.

00:05 Introduction
00:28 History of the Oberheim OB-Xa
01:07 Presenting the OB-Xa V
01:44 Factory Presets
04:41 Exploring the synthesizer features and creating our own sounds
11:14 A final demo with two OB-Xa V instances and some dance rhythms

2. Arturia OB-Xa V Just Released! New Oberheim synth emulation by Synth & Sundry

This VST emulates the classic Oberheim OB-Xa. I'm playing this with an Arturia Keylab 61 mkII with it's aftertouch capabilities which adds to the expressive capabilities of this softsynth.

If you'd like to support this channel with a one-off purchase, please check out our affordably priced music: https://synthandsundry.bandcamp.com

3. Arturia OB-Xa V Demo by once upon a synth

This is a no-talking demo of Arturia OB-Xa V, a new virtual subtractive synthesizer plugin that emulates the Oberheim OB-Xa from the 80s.

"GROWLING MULTI-GENRE PLEASER WITH A MODERN TWIST

French specialists in music gear Arturia launch OB-Xa V, a software instrument based on the iconic synth OB-Xa, enhanced with groundbreaking features for an elevated sonic experience.

Applying their expert sound engineering to recreating and updating an iconic synth, Arturia now offer an authentic software with soundscapes previously unexplored. Ideal for innovative musicians, synth programmers, and keyboardists who appreciate a fat, aggressive sound. Its versatility creates gratifying results in many distinct styles of music production, making it a valuable asset for producers and creators across multiple genres.
OB-Xa made music history on albums released by Prince, Billy Idol, Chaka Khan, and Bon Jovi, and is most recognizable for appearing on Van Halen’s biggest hit, ‘Jump’. Contemporary musicians by the likes of Flume, Chrome Sparks, Calvin Harris, and Venetian Snares have also incorporated its energetic potential to enter a new musical dimension. OB-Xa V is here to offer the iconic sound in all its glory while opening up the instrument to more complex and satisfying creations.

OB-Xa V by Arturia is the most ambitious recreation of OB-Xa on the market so far. Its intuitive interface makes utilizing its complex inner workings a joy.

LEGENDARY GROWL MACHINE
Get ready to welcome back the massive sound of OB-Xa with the perks of innovative modern technology.
Supercharged new features
Not only did we recreate the spirit, the sound and the features of the original instrument, but we also added new special functions to make it unique and open new sonic capacities:
Brand new stereo spread feature
16 voice polyphony (double the original)
Arpeggiator
Huge unison
4 function generators
Embedded effect section
Over 400 deep, piercing presets

LAUNCH OFFER
To celebrate the launch of their most requested synth in recent years, Arturia are offering a launch deal at 149€/$149 for a limited time. Arturia users who have registered their products are rewarded with personal offers.

https://www.arturia.com/products/analog-classics/ob-xa-v/overview

Offer ends June 9th.

Street price: 199€/$199"

Runningonair - Wonders of the Modern Age

Published on May 18, 2020 Runningonair

"In the tradition of 'Koyaanisqatsi' and the spirit of 'The future ain’t what it was', 'Wonders of the Modern Age' is a tongue in cheek reflection on some of the new found optimism present in the 1990s after the end of the cold war and before the gradual realisation of humanity's impact on the environment.

All video is from 1994 or before and all sounds come from the Roland SC-7 sound canvas module released in 1992.


More music by Runningonair @ https://runningonair.bandcamp.com/"

Noise Engineering Blog: Creating sequences with variable step length

Published on May 19, 2020 Noise Engineering

"From the blog: https://www.noiseengineering.us/blog/...

Here, we're using Mimetic Digitalis and Pons Asinorum to create a sequence with arbitrary step length. MD is sequencing Cursus Iteritas Percido and the timing of the sequence is varied further by Lapsus Os.

.-- .... .- - - .... . ..-. ..- -.-. -.- .. ... .. - . .-. .. - .- ..."

G-STORM ELECTRO GSE 4027 VCO Eurorack Module (ARP 2600, Odyssey) [Demo 1]

Published on May 19, 2020 gstormelectro

"Audio and Video by G-Storm Electro c. 2020

Today I am giving an introduction to my new 4027 VCO. The 4027 VCO is a Eurorack adaptation the ARP 2600 VCO-2. Watch your audio levels, especially when the full range of the waveforms are demonstrated.

Timestamps
0:00 Opening Sounds
0:25 Introduction
1:12 Audio
1:31 Euro Adaptation: Bringing That Special Tone To Life
2:09 Front Panel
3:03 Waveforms Audio
5:38 Doubling VCOs, FM
7:25 Outro Sounds: Bass, Lead, Arpeggio

Recorded direct to Tascam DR-05.
KBD control + Sequencing: Beatstep Pro
**Ending Track**
Bass: 4027 VCO | Tonus VCF
Lead/Arpeggio: 4027 VCO | 4023 VCF
Delay: Timefactor"

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via G-Strom Electro on Reverb

"The 4027 VCO is a 10HP Eurorack filter adaptation of the colorful VCO-2 tone source from the ARP 2600 synthesizer. You know…that all analog, all discrete components, SAWTOOTH core packed with the SINE, TRIANGLE, and PULSE w/ PWM! If you’re looking for warm, fat analog synthesizer tones – 4027 VCO is the one for you.

In bringing that special tone to life the 4027 VCO keeps the circuit as close to the original as possible: a matched transistor pair, an Interfet premium dual FET can (because that beautiful Sine is worth it), temperature compensation resistor for tuning stability, low ESR styrene oscillation capacitor, 5-NPN monolithic substrate transistor array, precision Tune and Tracking trimmers, and the 70s spec op amps which are still being offered today. The 4027 VCO has requisite LDO voltage conditioning to isolate the oscillator tuning from your systems power rails. While each module is fully tested and calibrated, it may need minor TUNE trimmer correction after warm-up to account for variances in different systems. This limited quantity module is lovingly hand-crafted in the USA.

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Moog Subharmonicon Sounds... Interesting!

Published on May 19, 2020 BoBeats

"What does the Moog Subharmonicon sound like? Sponsored by Skillshare. The first 1000 people who click the link in the description will get 2 free months of Skillshare Premium: https://skl.sh/bobeats18

My Subharmonicon review: [below]

My stuff
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MOOG SUBHARMONICON REVIEW: an inspiring semi-modular synthesizer [previously posted here]

Published on May 12, 2020 BoBeats

How to Import Presets to Korg Minilogue XD with Sound Librarian

Published on May 19, 2020 Anton Anru

"In this video I'm showing basic operations in Sound Librarian app: loading presets and libraries from synth, importing third-party presets and libraries and sending them to the synth, saving your own collection.

Korg Minilogue XD - Motion Arp (50 Presets): https://bit.ly/2z24j9O

#korg #minilogue #miniloguexd"

KORG COLLECTION 2 Wavestation - Extended Soundset

Published on May 19, 2020 LFOstore

"#wavestation #korgcollection2 #presets

Finally, we adapted our best selling soundset "Extended" for all the versions of Wavestation - to the new Korg Legacy Collection 2!

Its here:

https://lfo.store/shop/hardware-synth...

https://lfo.store/shop/hardware-synth...

This unique soudnset – contains 50 custom-made atmospheric pad/drone/string/evolving sounds for Korg Wavestation.

One of the best machines for deep ambient atmospheres & drones.
Supper lush sound & waves + vector synthesis – giving great possibilities.

It’s the first time you can get so many useful atmospheric sounds for your production collected in one soundset.

Compatible with all models: Original WS, WS A/D, SR, VST version from Legacy Collection & new IWavestation for I-Pad. Audio

Enjoy the demo!"