The latest video from Benn Jordan takes a look at the strange world of model train synthesizers.
Back in the day, building model train layouts was a big deal with obsessive nerd types. And, if you were especially hardcore about it, you might have a monster layout, complete with a sound generating synthesizer that could create ambient train sounds.
Jordan takes a look at the history and capabilities of these strange devices, and even demonstrates ways of using them ‘musically’.
Check it out and share with us if you’ve got any experience with model train synthesizers!
This laid-back synth jam, via the nightwater, features the sounds of a minimal setup, including Moog Mother-32 and Dave Smith Instruments Tempest drum machine.
While the gear used is fairly minimal, the jam still sounds complete and rich, because of effective arrangement.
What they shared about the technical details:
“Quick jam using the Moog Mother 32 for the lead and bass sounds. Dave Smith Tempest analog drum machine on the drums, UDO Super 6 for some background pads, and Strymon Bigsky Mx Reverb on everything.”
