Tyrone's Realistic MG-1 Mod Testing (by Synthpro)

video upload by synthpro

"Hey Guys,

This is just a rough little video I made for Tyrone showing him some of the versatility of the modified MG-1 I have been working on.

Here are the mods:
Polyphonic section modulation
Extra LFO
LFO Morph Mix control for VCF/Poly Section
Pulse width as well as PWM amount for both Oscillators
OSC 2 modifications allowing +/- octave detune
+/- Key Octave Transpose
Independent Poly Section Output With Mix
CV input for VCF Modulation
CV input for Pitch Modulation
CV input for Pulse Width Modulation
LFO Morph output
And finally my gain stage changes to make this thing have that classic powerful moog tone.

Thanks for watching!

Sincerely,
Jareth"

SOMA REFLEX (demo of the very first prototype and announce of the project)

video upload by Vlad Kreimer

via https://somasynths.com/reflex/

"REFLEX is a new SOMA instrument in development.

REFLEX is a revolutionary new digital six-voice polyphonic synthesizer with several unique features and innovations. The main idea is to provide an unparalleled level of real-time control over both timbre and sound, merging the creation of timbres and the act of playing notes into a single process. For the vast majority of electronic instruments throughout human history, this has always been two separate processes.

This approach offers musicians a new level of sound flexibility and expressiveness. On a philosophical level, this project aims to redefine and rethink what flexibility in sound and performance can mean for the modern musician. In a broader sense, it explores the concept of flexibility as a common phenomenon and a key distinguishing feature of our modern world, and also for future humans. Hence the name – REFLEX.

REFLEX is the first complex synthesizer where the main goal is to give musicians direct access to the synthesis core, instantly playing dozens of synthesis parameters as artistically and intuitively as we play notes and velocity on, for example, a violin. To make this possible a unique multidimensional sensor-controller was developed.

The main part of the sensor-controller consists of 16 small hemispheres arranged ergonomically in a way that provides comfortable and simultaneous access to all of them for the fingers of your hand. Each hemisphere contains a tiny version of a high frequency transmitter-air-receiver chain, where the human finger functions as a kind of obstacle that affects the connection. It captures the position of your palm and fingers from 16 points of view. The sensor data collected by each hemisphere is connected in a smart way with one or more synthesis parameters. Combinations of several sensors can be processed in a separate way and attached to a unique set of synthesis parameters. Sensor output is processed at a speed of 23 kHz, which is higher than the audio range, and reaches the synthesis core with latency of no more than 50 microseconds. Tiny movements of your fingers can drive the very synthesis core, letting you play with the process of synthesis directly and instantly.

To make this approach possible, special synthesis algorithms were developed that I call “pure math synthesis”. The main idea of this type of synthesis is the absence of any wavetables, samples and anything that is a kind of “frozen past”. Instead, it uses special dynamical recursive equations and high-resolution calculations that generate sound here and now, and which are very sensitive to even the tiniest signals from the sensor-controller. As a result, it gives you the unique experience of playing a very complex but also very responsive live real musical instrument that literally breathes under your fingers.

The hardware part of REFLEX is also unique. Starting the work on a digital synth I was very concerned with how to bring our beloved analog LYRA-like sound quality into the digital realm. Existing digital-to-analogue converters available in industrial volumes did not meet our demands. So I decided to develop my own conversion system. It works with several Pulse Width Modulators with direct raw outputs, scaled relatively to each other in order to gain the necessary resolution. At the end, there is a special analog part that finalizes the signal. This analog part is built with discrete through-hole components and discrete transistors (there are no OPAMPs in the circuit!) without significant long negative feedback loops (the famous Hi-End approach). The analog part uses unique germanium transistors and WIMA capacitors that give warmness and nobility to the sound.

REFLEX is also a multiprocessor system where each of the six voices is actually a separate mini computer (a special dedicated high-performance microcontroller) with its own clock crystal and analog part. REFLEX has no global FX but instead six separate FX units built in each voice, each of which can be driven according to the current state of its voice and the note it plays. Each FX unit also takes part in the synthesis of its voice including complex feedback.

The end result of these innovative solutions is a very high sound quality, actually rare for a digital instrument. The analog mixing of voices output makes it possible to hear and distinguish each note as brightly and as separately as in old analog synthesizers because each note actually is generated by its own complete monophonic synth.

From the user interface side, REFLEX strikes the perfect balance between amazing possibilities and simplicity. Despite the big underlying complexity of this synthesizer, it is surprisingly easy to use. There are just 17 analog-style knobs with fixed functions (no multifunctional knobs). There is no menu diving. Everything is as simple as possible, letting you focus on making and playing music!

The firmware of REFLEX is upgradable. We plan to continue releasing synthesis algorithms after launch."

SACRAMENT MODULAR The Cursible : Tips and Overview

video upload by Robotopsy Robotopsy

"Video Manual for The Cursible from SACRAMENT MODULAR."

"The Cursible is a 14HP 6 channel, morphing effects-send matrix with an incredible feature set and a vast amount of applications from morphing / sequencing through and blending effects through to cadavre exquis style mixing of sound sources or control voltages.

PRICE: 250€ MSRP

The Cursible features multiple modes of operation including:

PIANO MODE: Send your signal through your effects chains manually via a momentary button push with user-defined fade times.

CLOCK MODE: Sequence your signal through your effects chains via the clock input. Clock sub-modes include clockwise, counter-clockwise, pendulum and random sequencing options!

CONTROL VOLTAGE MODE: Morph and switch your way through your effects via the control voltage input / attenuator using any CV source.

MANUAL MODE: Select your routing using the central knob for a more hands-on approach.

RANDOM MANUAL MODE: Randomly advance through your sequence with a turn of the central knob.

CV + CLOCK MODE: Choose your routing destinations using a sample and hold style approach.

FILL OPERATION: When sequencing through one effects chain at a time isn’t cutting it, use Fill to stack from 0 to all 6 sends and returns!

All modes feature user-defined “morph” timing to allow you to adjust from click-less switching to long attack and decay times and everything in between.
SPECIFICATIONS:

14 HP
52mA +12V
26mA -12V
Applications for The Cursible include:

Morphing your signal through 6 reverbs, delays, distortions, waveshapers, flangers, phasers, etc and truly creating your own sound.

Sending your signal to 0-6 destinations in any order you want with adjustable fade times.

Morphing through multiple sound sources to create an ever-evolving oscillator timbre.

Morphing through multiple cv sources for an utterly unique, evolving voltage source.

Sequencing oscillator “stacks” for rich, blooming soundscapes.

And much, much more."

MAKEN0ISE Is It Music?

video upload by MAKEN0ISE

"How do we decide what we consider to be music? In this video we'll try to come up with some conditions for music that are as inclusive as possible.

Also, bees.

http://www.makenoisemusic.com"

Classic Synth Covers 2 (ft. Sequential Pro 3 & Roland Juno Gi)

video upload by Elemnt

Classic Synth Covers by Elemnt

"The 2nd part of the Classic Synth Covers is here!!

5 Classic Synth Covers in 1 video 😎

Main synths used were Sequential Pro 3 and Roland Juno Gi. Softsynths used on drums & remaining sounds.
Only samples used were the beginning of “Final Countdown”, beginning of “Blue Monday” sample, and Kraftwerk’s “Uranium” sample

0:01 - Europe - Final Countdown (1986)
0:57 - New Order - Blue Monday (1983)
2:34 - Yazoo - Situation (1982)
3:12 - Depeche Mode - Get The Balance Right! (Combination Mix) (1983)
4:26 - Kyle Dixon & Michael Stein - Stranger Things (2016) - it's a classic already !

Recorded, mixed (lightly) & mastered by myself."

Aquifex - JD-Xi Covers of Assault on Precinct 13 by John Carpenter & The Thing by Ennio Morricone

video upload by SynthAddict

"Roland JD-Xi cover of a great minimalist theme by John Carpenter, from his 1976 film Assault on Precinct 13. The original soundtrack was made with classic analog synths (no drum machine) and multitrack tape."


video upload by SynthAddict

"Roland JD-Xi cover of the classic minimalist theme by infamous composer Ennio Morricone, from the amazing 1982 remake of The Thing - a landmark achievement in practical make-up FX from Rob Bottin and Stan Winston (he made the dog creature)."

Hammond 102200

video upload by SyntheticMachines

"A multitrack demo from the Hammond 102200 Synthesizer. The only synthesizer ever made by the hammond company.
They only produced 200 units and that's why it is extremly rare. Unlike other synths, it works with the modulation matrix instead of knobs and faders with 300 variations.
It's a quirky sounding mono synth that reminds of early casios and computer games.
drums: TR 606 sample set"

62HP Eurorack Drum Machine - House / DNB / Juke Beats

video upload by Perfect Circuit

"Our next 62hp adventure is a tribute to the driving rhythms and beats of dance-driven electronic music, spiced up with the fun of patching that can only be found on a modular system. Tubbutec’s new 6equencer adapts the classic TR-606 workflow into the open-ended Eurorack environment, allowing any synthesist to compile their favorite modules in the drum machine of their dreams.

Armed with some of his favorite drum modules, Wes breaks down some classic drum patterns and explores how they can be expanded and turned upside down within a patch. WMD’s Crater and Tiptop Audio’s HATS909 provide dependable kicks and hi-hats, while Qu-Bit’s Surface, the Erica Synths Sample Drum, and WMD Fracture help to expand the sonic vocabulary beyond typical drum machines. We’re also using the RND STEP from DivKid and SSF and Doepfer’s A-145-4 (mounted in in the 1U row with a handy adapter by Abyss Devices) for parameter modulation, and Befaco’s Stmix as a mixer.

Get the gear used in this video here: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/catalo...

Timeline:

00:00 - jam
02:35 - intro
03:27 - module overview
04:55 - why we put this together
05:24 - house beat
06:46 - drum and bass beat
07:57 - juke beat
09:57 - outro"

Noise Engineering: Big Honking Change Ring: Plain Bob Minimumus, Goose

video upload by Noise Engineering

"You won’t believe what happens when Stephen and Kris sit down with four Big Honking Buttons from Winterbloom. Okay, you probably will. We channel the 17th century art of Change Ringing. With four "bells" (or in this case, geese), this is a Minimus piece, but we're honing our skills to preform Minor or perhaps even Major (what what?) We're not likely to win any competitions with our rendition...yet. But just know that we have our geese tuned, and we're practicing. Who's with us for the Modular Change Ring Competition 2021?

Here we have four Geese (Big Honking Button, but Winterbloom), tuned by the Mimetic Digitalis, mixed and fed into the Desmodus Versio for just the right amount of atmosphere.

No geese were harmed in the filming of this video, and the dogs, as with most things, mostly slept through it.

Learn more about change ringing: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Change_..."

https://www.noiseengineering.us

Avalanche Run V2 with a DB-01 synth (no talking)

video upload by Richard DeHove

"Some random noodlings with the Avalanche Run V2. Bought this because of the knob-per-function controls. It's certainly very easy to operate and gives a big thick sound. The Tone control works beautifully on the delay and the reverb is rich. On the other hand a little more stereo separation would be nice and you do need to be careful on the levels as it will clip fairly easily with a loud pop and crackle. I tried hooking up the DB-01 CV out to the expression in but the results were disappointing. Likewise using an expression pedal didn't seem worth the effort when using it on the desktop since all the controls are exposed anyway. Still, what you're paying for here is a beautifully thick stereo sound and superfast and simple tweaking. What a relief not to worry about menus and secondary functions!

0:00 Big combo on keyboard
0:57 Dry sound
1:06 Drones
3:03 Delay only pattern
3:35 Feedback function
4:00 Tap tempo
4:20 Reverse delay
5:10 Reverb variations
7:00 Tone control
8:00 Reverb and feedback
8:15 Dry pattern
8:30 Delay variations
8:53 Swell function
9:40 Long repeats
10:25 Delay and feedback
11:02 Reverse
11:36 Reverse bitcrush

My site: https://richarddehove.com/
Lots of downloads for supporters on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/richarddehove"