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Chordjam Orchestral Experiment

video by Waveform

"An experiment using Chordjam to create an orchestral style track using BBC Symphony Orchestra Discover & Omnisphere.

00:00 Intro
00:34 Experiment Outline
01:22 Setup
02:00 Generating Chords
02:39 Chord Outline - Omnisphere
03:29 Other Settings
04:45 Spiccato Cello
05:18 Brass Horns
05:53 Pizzicato Strings
06:18 Flutes
07:28 Melody - Loop Recording Trumpets
07:58 Final Result - Trumpet Lead
09:12 Alternative Piece - String Lead
10:29 Summary & Outro"

06 01 21 Yamaha DD-8 - Circuit bending

video by batchas

"First time firing the fresh built Yamaha DD-8.
I first tested different patch connections (will post later) and them finished with an impro, while trying out the gate outputs sent to my Scrotum Lab's Radio Music and Tresses."

Sequential Artist Spotlight Interview with Julian Cisneros

You can find the interview on Sequential's website here.

"Julian Cisneros is a film composer and multi-instrumentalist most known for taking the traditional orchestra and unifying its versatility with arrays of analog synthesis and organic texture. The result is a continuously evolving sound that integrates with his various projects.

In 2020, Julian launched a licensing site featuring his diverse catalog of commissions from some of the worlds top studios and brands. Some of his clients include RED Digital Cinema, National Geographic, Disney, Lucasfilm, Honda, Filson, Black Diamond, Mitsubishi, OceanX, Vizio, Prana and many more.

Based in sunny Orange County, California, Julian continues to innovate and collaborate with filmmakers all over the world.

We chatted with Julian on how he uses Sequential instruments in his music."

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You can find additional posts featuring Sequential's Spotlight series here.

Chang Rodrigues on how analog synthesis, nature and ruins inspired her live act

video by FACTmagazine

"Chang Rodrigues is a Brazilian DJ and producer based in Rio de Janeiro, whose music has explored a range of genres over the past decade, from house and techno under the name Amanda Chang to experimental electronics under her current alias.

As Chang Rodrigues’ style has evolved, so has her artistic practice, which has seen her begin to incorporate modular and semi-modular synthesisers and analog gear into her workflow with skills learned at the La Siesta del Fauno studio from veteran synthesist Ernesto Romeo in Buenos Aires.

Chang Rodrigues’ artistic philosophy isn’t just focused on the technical aspect of synthesis, but a spiritual outlook that combines her love of yoga with a close connection to the natural surroundings of her home country. In this video, she explains how this dialogue with nature and the way in which ruins connect the past to the present has inspired the latest evolvution of her sound."

Rotosequencing evolved: Xaoc Devices Moskwa II + Ostankino II

video by HAINBACH

"In which I demo the Xaoc Devices Moskwa II + Ostankino Sequencer Combo. As an owner of the original Moskwa I was very interested if the second edition of this Eurorack module would stand up to the classic."

Exploring XAOC Devices Moskwa II and Ostankino II (Eurorack Sequencing)

video by Red Means Recording

"The XAOC Devices Moskwa II Rotosequencer is a sly powerhouse of sequencing fun. Its expander, the Ostankino, adds some extremely creative possibilities that can drive modulation or events in your system as well as completely change how the Moskwa responds. Let's dive into what makes this sequencing system special and how you might use it!

00:00 intro
00:46 Moskwa basic operation
03:36 step options
07:43 custom mode
09:03 step repeat
10:11 micro-patterns
12:31 mini jam
14:14 transport and misc
15:30 Ostankino input modulation
21:05 Ostankino output modulation
26:20 recap
28:27 outro jam"

And the press release:

XAOC Devices Moskwa II – compact feature-packed sequencer with preset memory and trigger patterns

It has been ten years since the first Xaoc Devices module. We have decided to mark this nice anniversary with a very special announcement. Ten years ago we started with a rotary sequencer called Moskwa. Now, we give you Moskwa II!

Designed with live performance in mind, Moskwa II takes inspiration from vintage analog sequencers and greatly expands on their functionality surpassing our original Moskwa rotosequencer, while retaining the same size, basic panel structure, and operation principles.

At the core of the module is an 8-step CV sequencer and a parallel 8-step gate/trigger sequencer. But there’s more, much more. Besides these basic functions, Moskwa II offers more unique, advanced features like eight independent programmable gate/trigger pattern generators (one for each step of the sequence). You can treat them like sequencers within the sequencer offering another eight microsteps for each main sequence step. This allows for programming complex gate/trigger rhythmic patterns (e.g. step repeat, additional pauses, microshifting or swing effect).

Moskwa II features two independent randomization sections that give the user advanced control over the optional chaotic/random change of various sequence parameters (e.g. step order, slew and trigger probability and more). A programmable custom trigger sequence can be up to 256 steps long! Topping it all off, Moskwa II can store eight presets to be loaded at any time. All these functions allow Moskwa II to generate sequences much longer and much more complex than those produced by traditional 8-step sequencers.

Compared to the first Moskwa, we’ve also added a transport button for manual starting/stopping of the sequence, range control for CV output, and a flexible quantizer. Two Moskwa II units can be joined for chained operation doubling the number of available steps and preset slots. Ostankino II expander adds CV inputs for many Moskwa II functions, as well as a transpose input, clock out and individual gate/bit outputs for each step.

Main features:
– 8-step sequencer
– individual gate/trig custom pattern available for each sequence step
– 8 preset slots available for saving/loading on the fly
– programmable custom trigger sequence up to 256 steps
– 8 quantization settings
– slew limiter activated per step
– 2 randomization circuits
– per step probability mode for slew, active step & active pattern
– internal clock 12–2400 BPM
– external clock input with clock multiplier/divider
– unipolar & bipolar operation (0-8 V, +/-5V)
– chain mode for two Moskwa II units
– Ostankino II expander with additional inputs and outputs

– 20hp, skiff friendly
– current draw: +40mA at +12V, 0mA at -12V

Moskwa II: 350 EUR MSRP. AVAILABLE NOW!
Ostankino II: 160 EUR MSRP, AVAILABLE NOW!

SPLIT PERSONALITY 😬 - 30 Years for this?...The Roland JD-XA

video by Noir Et Blanc Vie

"*Subjective opinions within, those who do not understand subjective opinion may be excused lol*
*ALL music in this video is 100% by ME on the Roland JD-XA*

So, SOMEONE is gonna be upset by my take. Though, for some reason if your take is different than mine, I just think that's cool and normal...Maybe I'm the weird one LOL. The JD-XA didn't inspire me EVEN THOUGH, it's a fantastic synth (for the right person, especially at the price.) So sit back, relax (or get super mad) and see how I digested a tale of two synths.

TLDR: 4 Voices.

Special thanks to Perfect Circuit! They hooked me up, but this isn't sponsored by them besides letting me borrow the JDXA. Free advertising for them, a chance to check out a synth for me :) So check them out as they're one of the best shops for recording, pro audio and synths around. I got my Eurorack there so they can consult you as well! https://www.perfectcircuit.com/"