What Synth would your parents buy you for Christmas 1991 instead of the Korg 01 you actually wanted.

video upload by Ted murena

"Parents are funny creatures. They want to give you everything but have limited means financially and understanding of how to buy the things their kids want. Let’s look at three options of what you might have received in love but instead of the mighty Korg 01/W you wanted"

Daft Punk - Giorgio by Moroder - on Prophet 6 and MODX

video upload by jami.m

Randomwaves Drumboy and Synthgirl Set to Launch on Kickstarter

video upload by Randomwaves - You might rember the above demo from this previous post.



Randomwaves have launched an upcoming Kickstarter campaign here. You can sign up there to be notified on the "early bird" special pictured far left.

You can also find them at https://www.randomwaves.io/.

"At Randomwaves, we are passionate makers, driven by a love for music, electronics, and the thrill of creation. Our mission is to craft a unique line of sound gadgets that ignite imaginations. We believe in the power of high-quality soundand captivating visuals, but we also prioritize affordability and accessibility. Our goal is to empower fellow makers with instruments that can be easily customized, hacked, and transformed into their own creative visions.

Introducing the first member of our gadget family — Drumboy, our first love. Drumboy is more than a step-sequencer; it’s an advanced drum machine that empowers you to create complex rhythms with 1/64 quantization across 8 bars and 8 measures. With features like complex fill generation, dual filter channels, and a robust effects processor, Drumboy stands out as a powerful & versatile tool for your sound creation.

Our second addition to the product family is Synthgirl. Featuring dual 256-step wavetable oscillators, this new-age pocket synthesizer allows you to produce complex sounds akin to those from Serum or Massive VSTs. Equipped with dual channel filters, a powerful effects processor, and a reverb engine, you can craft even more intricate and layered sounds."

See the Randomwaves label below for additional posts including demos.

Arturia PolyBrute 12: Nova Pluck - A Pro Synth Network Short

video upload by Pro Synth Network

"In this first of a series of short demos of synths, we take a look at the Arturia PolyBrute 12. Using a tune that will be familiar to most, this performance uses a single patch called Nova Pluck. Everything you hear is this one patch.

I start off by using the A side of the patch, then morph towards the B side which brings in the rhythmic timbre and opens up the filters a bit more.

This particular patch uses the PolyBrute 12's Alt Aftertouch more, specifically the FullTouch Env setting. This allows me to control the envelope across the whole travel of the key and when I press into the aftertouch zone, things get raucous!

A huge thanks to Arturia and in particular Kuba Sojka who designed this patch."

Intellijel System with Strymon Big Sky MX

video upload by Ebotronix

Intellijel Designs System
Dubmix with Expander, Azimuth 2 , Quadrax,
Shapeshifter , 2x Amps , 4x Planar 2 , 4x Polaris Multi Mode Filter,
5x Dixie II +, 2x Plonk , 2x Multi FX 1u, 2x Mixup, 2x Tangrams,
2x Quadratt 1u, 2x passive LPG, Dr. Octature 1 & 2, Steppy,
Scales, Bifold, Flurry , Quad VCA,
Sealegs, Quad Inverter, µMod V1 , ADSR,
2x 104 ~ 7 U Case.
Cylonix - Cyclebox II with expander
Tunefish Modular µ Yarns, Temps Utile ,
2x Ornament and Crime with Arabian Scale
Ritual Electronics 2x Flexibilite´
4ms Peg
XAOC Batumi
ARC Serge TKB
Doepfer R2m
Strymon Big Sky MX in Dual Mono Mode controlled with
Midi CC ( 16 channels) by 16n Faderbank AtoVproject
01.08.2024
Video# 2396

SERGE Mantra II Tantra - 15 Sound Impressions

video upload by Serge Modular | Random*Source

"Serge MANTRA II + TANTRA - is this the ultimate 2 panel Serge combination?

MANTRA II is the latest generation of MANTRA - it combines Sequencing with some of Serge's signature modules in the latest incarnation (6th gen): GTO (successor to the Smooth&Stepped Generator), GTS (successor to the Dual Universal Slope Generator), Variable Q Filter+ (more inputs, processor for resonance).

TANTRA was designed as an ideal companion for MANTRA (II) - Rhythm, the voltage controlled divider (÷N) and the Pulse Divider. A number of utility functions (Mix Pro, Active Pro+ = ring modulation!, Mixer), an additional pair of slopes (GTS), the middle section of the classic Wave Multipliers, the brand new Serge VCFX filter plus an XFader as an additional output module (for stereo output).

Here are 15 patches - using only MANTRA II + TANTRA (and occasionally some reverb) - that aim to show the sonic range:

00:00 INTRO / WHITE LIGHT
04:33 OBLIVION APPEASED
07:31 TOXIC FRIES
09:22 CAPTAIN FUTURE
11:36 A CLOCKWORK ORANGE
12:33 TIME CAPSULE 5
14:44 LBVFJVLEYÖR
17:01 GESANG DER SCHWÄCHLINGE
18:59 NIPPON YUSEI KOSHA
19:50 MILAN TO MARSEILLE
22:19 SUMMER BLISS
25:01 DEATH OF A CHIP
26:25 THE TUNNEL
29:35 MELANCHOLIA
31:37 BONUS: KERNKRAFT"

Curt Sather plays "Greensleeves" on the Viscount Cantorum Duo Plus - Sessions from The Gallery

video upload by Kraft Music

Also see: Curt Sather plays "Toccata in D Minor" on the Viscount Cantorum Trio Plus Sessions from The Galler

"Great deals on the Viscount Cantorum series here: https://kraftmusic.com/collections/ca...

Dr. Curt Sather visits The Gallery at Kraft Music to perform an arrangement of 'Greensleeves' by Richard Purvis on the Viscount Cantorum Duo Plus organ with 30 note pedalboard.

Viscount Cantorum are portable instruments offering authentic organ performance with an extremely simple to use interface. All sound samples are in stereo and carefully arranged to simulate a real pipe configuration. The instruments are organized in three or four sections: MAN I, MAN II, MAN III (Cantorum Trio only), and PEDAL, which can be played from the keyboard through the "Automatic Pedal" function. Different organ styles are available with independent adjustment of the voices' volume to perfectly suit the organist's needs, while the keyboard is carefully crafted to reproduce the touch of a real pipe organ. The compact but sturdy cabinet is easy to move from the church to the concert hall and back again.Get more with an exclusive Viscount Cantorum portable classic organ bundle from Kraft Music. These package deals include the accessories you'll need to get the most out of your new organ, all for one low price. If you have any questions, please contact us. Our knowledgeable sales advisors will be happy to assist in choosing the bundle that's right for you!"

Let's Make Some Music With The Delia // Melbourne Instruments

video upload by craigwilliamsmusic

"This week we are going to make some music using the ‪@melbourneinstruments‬ Delia.

Free Samples Here - https://www.craigwilliamsmusic.com/fr..."

00:00 Intro
00:30 Demo
02:01 Pad
14:48 Bass
21:18 Lead
28:10 Outro

You can find loopop's overview here: Melbourne DELIA // Motorized knobs, now less expensive // vs NINA // Review, Tutorial

PlayFader: a unique and fun performance sequencer

video upload by Signal Sounds

"The Unperson returns to the Signal Sounds channel with a demo of the PlayFader: a fun, hands-on, two-channel performance sequencer from Play All Day. This little unit loves to make friends with modular synths, any synth or sampler with MIDI, guitar pedals, and anything else with CV and expression inputs.

Available here (at a new lower price!):
https://www.signalsounds.com/play-all..."

PlayFader Tutorial by @pitchpatch

video upload by Play All Day

"Check out or super quick tutorials on PlayFader by @pitchpatch, breaking down the basics into bite-size chunks so you can see how easy it is to get started. PlayFader is a 2-channel CV, gate, and MIDI performance looper designed for real-time manipulation and looping of CV signals.

Breaking down the basics into bite-size chunks so you can see how easy it is to get started. PlayFader is a 2-channel CV, gate, and MIDI performance sequencer designed for real-time manipulation and looping of CV signals."

0:00 Playing Notes and Timing
0:24 Scales & Recording
0:47 Latch & Play
2:18 Fun FX
2:35 Chords

PlayFader - 2 Channel CV & MIDI Performance Sequencer

video upload by Play All Day

"PlayFader is a portable 2 channel CV & MIDI performance sequencer. PlayFader seamlessly merges performance and sequencing into a single workflow using just one intuitive, colourful and tactile interface. It connects to pretty much anything on stage, studio or laptop and is portable, inspiring and fun to use."

https://goplayallday.com