METACONFORMER Combiner Tutorial (SOMA labs)

video upload by Vlad Kreimer

"The manual: https://somasynths.com/metaconformer_..."

See the announcement post here for an additional demo, pics and details.

Boredbrain Xcelon and XP3 brief introduction

video upload by Boredbrain Music

"It’s finally here! Adam briefly introduces Xcelon, a new fully-featured eurorack mixer from Boredbrain, along with its companion the XP3 channel expander.

Xcelon is an all-analog six-channel stereo audio mixer for eurorack modular systems. With an interface designed for immediate hands-on control and visual feedback, plus extensive CV and expandability, the module is a powerful mixing tool for both performance and production.

Features
- Six stereo/dual-mono channels with low-noise analog circuitry
- Two stereo FX sends and two dedicated FX returns
- Two stereo output mix busses selectable per-channel
- Variable input gain for both modular and line-level sources
- Long-travel volume faders with responsive LED indicators
- Balance controls with pan law curve and dual-mono crossfade mode
- Clickless mutes and VU meters on all channels
- Twenty-six discrete control voltage inputs
- Configurable jumpers for pre/post-fader FX and meters, plus volume VCA mode
- Expansion ports for channel expanders, direct outputs, and more"

Ableton Push3, Air & Roland JP-8080

video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto

Sequencer:Ableton Air (https://akihiko-matsumoto.gumroad.com...)
Synth: Roland JP-8080
Ableton Push3 Standalone

Behringer's UB-Xa Arrives

video upload by Behringer

"The long wait is over. The UB-Xa is ready to be unleashed.

After 6 years of intense development, what started as a labor of love morphed into a development of the most complex and versatile platform to serve not only the UB-Xa but all our polyphonic synthesizers we have planned.

'A special thank you goes to all our engineers and beta testers who spent years with us designing, engineering, testing, and fine tuning this beautiful instrument. We are immensely grateful for all your contribution.' - Uli

Music and Video created by Patrick with the UB-Xa."

Update: "List Price: $1,499 (stay tuned for a little surprise)"

Behringer notes it will be available on Amazon of all places.

"Classic Analog 16-Voice Multi-Timbral Polyphonic Synthesizer with 8 Vintage Modes, Dual VCFs and 61-Key Poly After-Touch Keyboard

Embrace the legacy and make your mark on history with the UB-Xa from Behringer. More than just a recreation of a classic synthesizer, we’ve made sure that the UB-Xa has all the bells, whistles and characteristics that came with the original, but it’s also filled to the brim with modern features such as velocity and after-touch, 512 user program memories and comprehensive MIDI implementation. This makes for a well-rounded synth that’ll make friends with anything in your setup.

Faithful Recreation and More
To recreate its iconic growl and sizzle, we dove deep into the inner workings of the original OB-Xa and brought them into the 21st century including all its original factory patches that made the 80s roar. Thanks to its VCOs and VCFs heavily based on the original 3340 and 3320 chip designs, 16 voices and the ability to split its keyboard so you can layer 2 different sounds, the UB-Xa is capable of conjuring up massive sounding riffs.

An Icon for the Icons
The UB-Xa is a synth like no other that stands on the shoulders of giants! Its legacy is what gave birth to the 80s most iconic hits from the world’s most famous artists! From Rush’s Geddy Lee, The Police, Prince to Van Halen, and even the iconic Terminator theme composed by Brad Fiedel, the UB-Xa’s lineage is filled only with the greats and now you can make your own mark on history as well."

Soon to be available on Amazon.

Meet Polyend Play+

video uploads by Polyend

Playlist:
1. Introducing Polyend Play+

Polyend is introducing Play+, Sample + Synth + MIDI groovebox.
3x Multitimbral Polyphonic Synth Engine
4 All New Synthesizer Engines with hundreds of presets combined with Play’s advanced sequencing capabilities
New Multi-Track Audio Over USB Integration and Stereo Sample Playback
Pick and Place - control the sequence
Instant playability - just turn on and PLAY!

2. Polyend Play+ WTFM Synth Engine Demo

Play+ offers more than just sample and MIDI playback; it now includes integrated synthesizers. Multiple synth engines have been added, each offering a unique character and including an extensive library of professionally crafted presets.

WTFM is a unique 2-operator FM synth engine that utilizes WaveTable-based oscillators driven by a 3x feedback system.

3. Polyend Play+ VAP Synth Engine Demo

Play+ offers more than just sample and MIDI playback; it now includes integrated synthesizers. Multiple synth engines have been added, each offering a unique character and including an extensive library of professionally crafted presets.

VAP is a Virtual Analog Polysynth that boasts a dual-oscillator architecture and a versatile modulation matrix.

4. Polyend Play+ FAT Synth Engine Demo

Play+ offers more than just sample and MIDI playback; it now includes integrated synthesizers. Multiple synth engines have been added, each offering a unique character and including an extensive library of professionally crafted presets.

FAT is a powerhouse synth engine that epitomizes the lush, vintage warmth of classic analog synthesizers.

5. Polyend Play+ ACD Synth Engine Demo

Play+ offers more than just sample and MIDI playback; it now includes integrated synthesizers. Multiple synth engines have been added, each offering a unique character and including an extensive library of professionally crafted presets.

ACD is a recreation of iconic single-oscillator monophonic analog synths that transport you back to the golden age of electronic music.

Review: Polyend PLAY PLUS // Is it worth the upgrade? // (and PLAY+ Synth Tutorial)

video upload by loopop

TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
1:15 Plus vs Play
3:10 Similarities
3:55 Synth UI
4:35 Connectivity
4:50 Upgrade path
5:10 Workflow
5:40 Synth basics
6:30 Slot params
8:20 Macros
10:45 Patch editor
12:00 ACD
14:55 FAT
16:45 VAP
19:55 WTFM
22:25 Fills & synths
24:05 Piano roll
24:25 Export
24:40 Delete unused
24:50 Custom fx
25:00 Pros & cons
31:00 Factory 1
31:30 Factory 2
32:05 Factory 3
32:50 Factory 4

Texture. SoundScaper and NoInputMixer

video upload by Igor Vasiliev

"Two apps create an extensive and deep texture with many levels transforming to each other. Noise and feedback, SoundScaper and NoInputMixer (iOS/Mac)."

48 steps sequence with Synton Fenix III

video upload by batchas

"I'm showing in this video how to chain sequences on the Fenix III."

11 20 23 Synton Fenix - Evening's sequence

video upload by batchas

"A simple patch with Fenix II, IId, III.
No filter, FM or else. Just some external delay on top."

Luma-1 vs LM-1 sound comparison

video upload by DeftAudio

"Joe Britt talks about Luma-1 design and plays patterns on both.
If you need true line out, get sound files here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folder..."

11/19/23 Landscape Noon electrocuted by two Hewlett-Packard 3310-A Function Generators + CXM 1978

video upload by Cfpp0

Zap
Zap
Noon is passive
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The sound of electricity.

Frap Tools Fumana Part 2: Impose (Eurorack modular synth filter, spectral transfer, vocoder)

video upload by Cylob Sonic Research

"Exploring direct CV control of the Fumana's 16 bands.

00:00 Intro
00:03 Explanation
00:13 Adjusting bands
01:56 Storing and recalling band level configurations
03:08 Jam 1
07:10 Jam 2
09:40 Five Alive

Details of the album 'I Will Cross Any Bridge' can be found at https://kud.li/csr015."

Frap Tools Fumana Part 1: Center & Width (Eurorack modular synth filter, spectral transfer, vocoder)
video upload by Cylob Sonic Research

"Exploring the Center and Width controls of the Frap Tools Fumana eurorack filter module.

00:00 Intro
00:03 Center and Width knob controls
01:23 Modulating Center with sine LFO
02:47 Modulating Width with sine LFO
04:19 Modulating with saw LFO
05:37 Modulating with Zig Zag wave LFO
06:45 Modulating Center with multi stage envelope
07:05 Modulating Width with multi stage envelope
08:31 Adding drums
10:39 Drums and multi stage envelopes try two
13:45 Ambi interlude
14:08 Ambi track jam with stereo panned bands

Note to self: tuning is bellingwolde @ 54"