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This video, via synthesist Andy Whitmore, offers a head-to-head comparison of a vintage Minimoog Model D and a ‘modern’ Minimoog Model D reissue.

Andy Whitmore compares the two synths using 40 iconic sounds:

00:00 Rush Tom Sawyer FX

00:21 ELP Lucky Man lead

00:32 Duran Duran Save A Prayer lead

00:43 Duran Duran Save A Prayer lead

01:02 ABBA Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! lead

01:19 ABBA Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! bass

01:37 Harold Faltermeyer Axel F Beverly Hills Cop Main Theme lead

01:54 Harold Faltermeyer Axel F Beverly Hills Cop Main Theme bass

02:11 D Train You’re The One For Me bass

02:27 D Train You’re The One For Me lead

02:43 Madonna Holiday lead

03:00 Madonna Holiday bass

03:16 Queen Radio Ga Ga bass

03:32 Howard Jones New Song lead

04:09 Howard Jones New Song lead

04:19 Gary Numan Are ‘Friends’ Electric? theme

05:00 Michael Jackson Rock With You bass

05:26 DEVO Smart Patrol/Mr. DNA effects

05:56 Parliament Flashlight bass

06:26 Rush Tom Sawyer lead

06:44 Stevie Wonder I Wish bass

07:02 Madonna Borderline lead

07:34 Madonna Borderline bass

07:51 Dr Dre Nuthin’ But A “G” Thang lead

08:15 Michael Jackson Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough bass

08:32 Pink Floyd Shine On You Crazy Diamond lead

09:03 Rick Wakeman Catherine Of Aragon bass

09:41 Chaka Khan We Can Work It Out bass

10:02 Weather Report Birdland bass

10:26 Barclay James Harvest Victims Of Circumstance lead

10:50 The Alan Parsons Project Separate Lives bass

11:00 Europe The Final Countdown lead

11:24 Stevie Wonder Isn’t She Lovely bass

11:46 Stevie Wonder That Girl bass

12:05 Michael Jackson Workin’Day and Night bass

12:22 Gary Numan Are ‘Friends’ Electric? lead

12:46 Nena 99 Luftballons bass

Moog went to extreme lengths to recreate the build of the original Model D, to the point that the circuit boards match the originals, and they had transistors custom made to match the original components.

While Moog went to extreme lengths to recreate the original Minimoog, you can hear subtle differences between the old and new synths in Whitmore’s video. Some of this reflects the fact that no two analog synths sound exactly the same. Some may reflect slight differences in pots and how they are dialed in. And some may reflect the fact that the Minimoog Model D reissue probably sounds more like a new Minimoog would have sounded 40 years ago, than a 40 year-old synth.

Watch the video and share your thoughts on how the vintage Minimoog and Minimoog reissue compare in the comments!

 

 

 

 

In the latest episode of the Music Production Podcast 373, host Brian Funk talks with one of the rockstars of sound design, Francis Preve.

Francis Preve is a sound designer, producer, and synthesizer programmer who has made factory presets for synths from Sequential, Roland, Korg, Oberheim, Serum, and many others. So it’s likely that you’ve played Preve’s patches, even if you didn’t realize it.

In this interview, Preve discusses his new pack, Serum Models, physical modeling synthesis, sound design and more. Preve also discusses how creating great sounds is just the start of his work, and talks about the work needed to turn a set of patches into a successful product.

It’s a great interview for anyone interested in sound design. Watch the video and share your thoughts in the comments.

 

Synthesist and composer Anthony Marinelli – In his latest video – talks with super-producer Robert Margouleff about T.O.N.T.O., arguably the greatest synth in history.
Video Summary:

“Dive into the revolutionary world of T.O.N.T.O, the legendary synthesizer that became synonymous with Stevie Wonder’s groundbreaking music during his classic period. In this video, I explore the incredible story behind T.O.N.T.O (The Original New Timbral Orchestra), a pioneering modular synthesizer created by Malcolm Cecil and Robert Margouleff in the early 1970s.

Discover how T.O.N.T.O’s vast array of analog modules and innovative design allowed Stevie Wonder to explore new sonic frontiers, shaping timeless albums like “Innervisions,” “Fulfillingness’ First Finale,” and “Songs in the Key of Life.” From its towering size, custom wood cabinets, to its intricate patching system, T.O.N.T.O not only expanded the palette of sounds available to musicians but also set a benchmark for electronic music production.

Through my interview with Grammy Winning Super-Producer c (T.O.N.T.O co-creator), we’ll uncover its enduring impact on music production techniques and its part in shaping the evolution of synthesizers. From its role in creating iconic basslines and ethereal textures to its influence on the development of funk, soul, and electronic music genres, T.O.N.T.O remains a testament to the power of innovation in music technology.

Whether you’re a die-hard Stevie Wonder fan, a synth enthusiast, or simply curious about the instruments that changed music forever, this video provides a comprehensive look at T.O.N.T.O’s journey from obscurity to becoming an icon of musical innovation.”

Topics covered:

00:00 Intro (theme music)

00:09 Building TONTO

01:33 Meeting Malcolm Cecil

03:25 Writing Ads for the Moog

03:55 Designing the a Giant Synth on a Tablecloth

05:05 ARP, Serge, and other synths

06:45 Making “Zero Time” & 1st Record Deal

09:14 Stevie Wonder meets Robert, Malcolm & the Moog

12:09 Moving to Electric Lady Studio

13:16 John Storyk Builds TONTO’s Case

14:54 TONTO’s Live Concert

16:47 TONTO’s Keeps Growing with Special Features

18:45 No Minimoog

19:26 Special Expression Techniques on the Moog

21:14 Stevie’s Custom Pitch Bender

24:08 Logo (theme music)