Harlem Nights - Sylvester (80s synth club style), Jarre Tribute & More

Published on Mar 18, 2012 by harlemnightsmusic

"New track in early 80s club style.. Link to my EP "Watch me Dance" @ iTunes: Watch Me Dance - EP - Harlem Nights

Drums: Oberheim DMX (Electribe SX sampler)
Bass: SCI Pro One, Roland Juno 106
Chords: Korg Polysix, Juno 106
Brass: Sequential Prophet VS
Vocal: Sylvester James (sampled from 'Mighty Real')

www.harlemnightsmusic.com"

Look At Me - Harlem Nights ft B.O.B. & Phil Moon

Published on Jun 27, 2012 by harlemnightsmusic

"My EP "Watch Me Dance" @ iTunes: Watch Me Dance - EP - Harlem Nights

This new disco track evolved as a remix of "Summer of the Cat" by Belgian Phil Moon (aka V4L1UM): http://youtu.be/g-z3id08Rl0 . Vocal performed by B.O.B.

Drums: Korg Electribe SX (TR-808), Roland TR-909
Bass: Moog MG1
Others: Sequential Prophet VS, Korg Polysix, Roland Juno 60

Enjoy
HN"

Nitrogen - Harlem Nights (Jarre tribute)

Published on Oct 6, 2012 by harlemnightsmusic

"If you like to support me, check my EP "Watch me Dance" @ iTunes: Watch Me Dance - EP - Harlem Nights

New track, this time Jarre inspired.
Synths: Sequential Prophet 5, Pro One, Prophet VS, Korg Polysix.
Drums: Korg Minipops, Roland TR808, Linndrum."

PRO ONE vs. PRO 12: analog vs. digital Prophet 5 - Harlem Nights

YouTube via harlemnightsmusic | September 26, 2010

"An analog versus a digital voice test of the Sequential Prophet 5 (rev 3) synthesizer (1978):
- L channel = Sequential Pro One synth (1981)
- R channel = Creamware Pro 12 synth module (2006), in single voice mode

Mostly focusing on basic sonic quality, not features. Envelopes and filter levels were matched to eachother by ear (the number settings differ). Pro 12 was played with EMU Xboard 61. No added fx or EQ. Both were recorded through the same mixer and soundcard.

There's quite a lack of proper Pro 12 demos on internet, hence I made this one for others deciding about it... A HQ mp3 of the test can be found at: www.harlemnightsmusic.com/PRO_ONE_VS_PRO­_12.mp3

To my ears, the Pro 12 held up surprisingly well in this test against a famous analog bass synth. Main sonic differences were in the filter and pulse width range. I would say the basic sound

In a polyphony test, against a real Prophet 5, this difference may be larger, as the oscillators will be summed. But if you play the Pro 12 in two voice unison with a slight detuning, you still got six phat voices and won't be far off :-)

Next time: more music!

Enjoy
Harlem Nights"

Update: video back up.

PRO ONE vs. PRO 12 analog vs. digital Prophet 5 - Harlem Nights

YouTube via harlemnightsmusic | September 29, 2010

Update via Crossmod in the comments: "This video should carry an Epileptic seizure warning." Good call.
"An analog vs a digital voice of the Sequential Prophet 5 (rev 3) synthesizer (1978):
- L channel = Sequential Pro One synth (1981)
- R channel = Creamware Pro 12 synth module (2006), in single voice mode

Mostly focusing on basic sonic quality, not features. Envelopes and filter levels were matched to eachother by ear (the number settings differ). It appeared to me that the Pro 12 has linear potmeters whereas in the Pro One the change rate increases when you turn the knobs. The Pro 12 was played with an EMU Xboard 61. No added fx or EQ. Both were recorded through the same mixer and soundcard.

There's quite a lack of proper Pro 12 demos on internet, hence I made this one for others deciding about it... A HQ mp3 of the test can be found at: www.harlemnightsmusic.com/PRO_ONE_VS_PRO­_12.mp3

To my ears, the Pro 12 held up surprisingly well in this test against a famous analog bass synth, on just a single voice. Main sonic differences were in the filter and pulse width range, and the Pro One has a slightly rawer 'alive' feel esp in pulse wave sounds. But for most sounds mixed in in a track this all may not matter that much. Also, the Pro 12's unison can make up for much of it, with its added controls for number of unison voices / polyphony and voice detuning.

Next time: more music!

Enjoy
Harlem Nights"

Real Roland TR-808 beats part 1: SLOW - Harlem Nights

Published on Mar 23, 2014 harlemnightsmusic·41 videos

"Part 1 89-110 BPM. I had an 808 for some time, made these beats with it.. Some Man Parrish inspired. Occasional synthdrum from Korg Electribe SX. Part 2 coming soon.

Contains video footage of Man Parrish - Hip Hop Bebop (Don't Stop).

These loops and drumhits can be downloaded as individual mixable parts at Zenhiser: http://goo.gl/CkqDTo

Thanks
HN"

Real TR808 pt 2: FAST - Harlem Nights

Published on Jun 11, 2014 harlemnightsmusic·42 videos

"Part 2 145-170 BPM. I had an 808 for some time, made these beats with it.

These loops and drumhits can be downloaded as individual mixable parts at Zenhiser: http://goo.gl/CkqDTo

Thanks
HN"

Harlem Nights - Korg Polysix backdrop (intro)

YouTube Uploaded by harlemnightsmusic on Dec 25, 2011

"Dark synth sounds, Korg Polysix only, a backdrop from a forthcoming dance track that I'm making. Drum sounds from Korg Electribe SX. This is just a teaser, stay tuned for more!

Download my EP "Watch me Dance" @ iTunes: http://goo.gl/6MxFN

Enjoy
HN"

CR-78 Essential 80s Synthpop part 2 - Harlem Nights

YouTube via harlemnightsmusic | August 07, 2010

"Blondie, Visage, Roxy Music, John Foxx... A lot of fun again recreating some fav classic new wave sounds, that were based on the Roland CR-78 drummachine. See part 1 for others

All again recreated by ear. None of the original tracks were sampled. Filmed during recording.

Gear used:
- Korg Electribe SX (CR 78 sounds, Linndrum additional sounds)
- Korg Minikorg 700S (Visage, John Foxx)
- Roland Juno 60 (most pads, strings)
- Roland Juno 106 (most basses)
- Crumar Performer (Roxy Music strings)
- Boss GX-700 and SE50 (fx)

Tracklist:
* Blondie - Heart of Glass
* Visage - Fade to Grey
* Roxy Music - Same Old Scene
* Roxy Music - Dance Away
* Buggles - I am a Camera
* John Foxx - Plaza
* John Foxx - Underpass
* Blondie - Atomic"

Harlem Nights - Watch me Dance (Giorgio Moroder style)

YouTube via harlemnightsmusic | January 04, 2011 |

"This time an 80s clubstyle track, with new Korg Polysix and SCI Prophet VS. More to follow

Korg Electribe S mkII: TR808, Oberheim DMX, Linndrum sounds
SCI Pro One: bass, claps, stabs
Korg Polysix: rhodes, strings
Sequential Prophet VS: arps, strings
Minikorg 700S: lead
Crumar Performer: layered strings
Boss SE70: fx, vocoder

John Travolta's great SNF performance copyright Paramount 1977. I felt it fitted best. In case of any complaints by copyright holders, just contact me directly and the video will be replaced.

Enjoy
HN"

Harlem Nights Music - What U Got (80s Analog Synthesizer Disco)

YouTube Uploaded by harlemnightsmusic on Jul 16, 2011

"New track by me in early 80s disco synth style

Synths: SCI Pro One, Sequential Prophet VS, Korg Polysix, Minikorg 700S
Drums: Korg Electribe SX (with Oberheim DMX sounds)

Original Studio 54 clips compiled by crap1453"

Oberheim DMX Classic 80's Tracks part 3 - Harlem Nights Music

YouTube Uploaded by harlemnightsmusic on Oct 18, 2011

"Alisha, Madonna, Colonel Abrams, Steve Allen.. Tribute and exercise in that mid 80's disco sound, based on the Oberheim DMX drummachine.

As always, selected and recreated by ear only. None of the original tracks were sampled. See electrongate for DMX samples. Contains original video footage, please contact in case of questions.

Tracklist:
Art of Noise - Beat Box
Madonna - Holiday
Madonna - Get into the Groove
Alisha - Baby Talk
Colonel Abrams - Trapped
Steve Allen - Letter from my Heart
Dazz Band - Let it all Blow
Rockers Revenge - Walkin' on Sunshine
Ray Parker Jr - Ghostbusters

See part 1 for faster Disco, part 2 for Oldschool Hip Hop. Part 4 coming soon.

Gear used:
Korg Electribe SX (Oberheim DMX sounds, bass sequencing, staccato fx)
Moog MG1, Roland Juno 106 (basses, stabs)
Roland Juno 60, Korg Polysix, Sequential Prophet VS, Crumar Performer

Enjoy
HN"

Minilogue (2016) + Linndrum (1983) track - Harlem Nights

Published on Jul 17, 2016 harlemnightsmusic

"Pairing a Linndrum LM-2 from the 80s with a new Korg Minilogue, into a new retro-style track. Did several overdubs for bass, fx and leads. Filmed during recording. The arp was synced using MIDI (the LM2 has been modified)."

TR-707 Classic House Tracks (vol 1) - Harlem Nights Music

YouTube Uploaded by harlemnightsmusic on May 28, 2011

"This time, tributing early house tracks of 1986-1987 era, based on the Roland TR707 drummachine.. As always, all tracks selected and recreated by ear. None of the original tracks were sampled.

All TR-707 & additional TR-727 and TR-808 beats were rebuilt on a Korg Electribe SX sampler (no stock sounds). Basses and some synth parts were loosely remade with my analog synths (see below).

Tracklist:
Rick Astley - Never gonna give you up (707, 727)
Michael McDonald - Sweet Freedom (707, 727)
Taylor Dayne - Tell it to my Heart (house mix) (707, 808)
Mr Fingers (Larry Heard) - Washing Machine
Rick & Lisa - When you gonna (707, 808)
Jungle Wonz - The Jungle
Wired - To the Beat of the Drum (707, 808)
Marshall Jefferson - Move your Body
Phuture - Your only Friend
Joe Smooth - Promised Land (707, 727)

Similar beats are for sale @ www.zenhiser.com/1980 series.

Synthesizers used:
Sequential Prophet VS (pads), Moog Source (most basses), Roland Juno 60 (Mr Fingers, Wired, Phuture), Roland S10 sampler (M1 piano), Korg Polysix (Promised Land), Yamaha DX200 (When you gonna), SCI Pro One (Wired bass)

Enjoy
HN"

Living On video (Instruments:)

YouTube via JohnFrank78 — October 25, 2009 — "Living On Video 1982-1983
Instruments: Roland Jupiter 4 and 6, CSQ 600, TR-808, Korg Vocoder and Polysix,
Oberheim OB8, DMX, DSX Elka Synthex, Electric guitar, Simmons and Mattel drums.


Oberheim DMX Classic Tracks on Electribe Sampler & Juno synthesizer From: harlemnightsmusic | 03 de junio de 2009 | All tracks recreated by ear. All synth, bass & fx parts were programmed on my Roland Juno 106 synth (1984), and recorded with a Boss SE50 effect processor. In the originals different synths were used. All played and filmed live during recording, no MIDI sequencer was used."
and the original:

Trans-X - Living On Video Official Video
YouTube via UnidiscMusic — February 20, 2010 — "CLICK TO DOWNLOAD http://bit.ly/9ed9BT

Trans-X Living On Video
© 1981 Unidisc Music Group
Follow on Twitter! http://twitter.com/UnidiscMusic
Become a Fan On Facebook CLICK http://bit.ly/aybWug"

Korg Minilogue analog sounds by Harlem Nights

Published on May 20, 2016 harlemnightsmusic

"Just got this very nice synth! Some additional stereo delay from my Roland SRE-555, and some master compression.

Some little ideas based on classic 80s tracks of My Mine, Gary Numan, Patrick Cowley and Bobby O. The last melody is the intro of a very old track of me called "Pet Symphony", I composed that on a Casio SK1 sampler.

Affectionately, I think the Minilogue often sounds like a sometimes noisy 80s radio cassette tape recording of a vintage analog synth. Its ease of use and portability may make you sound even better."

KORG minilogues on eBay | Korg minilogues on Amazon

Turn it on. - Harlem Nights (Analog Electro)

Published on Feb 19, 2014 harlemnightsmusic·41 videos

"Hommage to the great Pet Shop Boys 2013 track 'Axis', their original reminded me of Patrick Cowley. Loved their album. This version is 124 BPM.

Drums: Korg Electribe SX (EMU Drumulator, Roland TR707)
Bass: Sequential Pro One, Minikorg 700S
Synths: Korg Polysix, SCI Prophet 5, Prophet VS, Crumar Performer.
Fx: Vocoder Roland SVC-350, Boss SE70. Mu-tron Phasor II.

Stay tuned!
HN"

Harlem Nights - Oh Bobby (BOBBY O Tribute)

YouTube via harlemnightsmusic | February 09, 2011 |

"New track, this time in the style of Bobby Orlando (the producer of early 80s disco tracks from Divine, the Flirts, Bobby O)

Drums: Korg Electribe SX (TR-808), Rhythm-55
Bass: Sequential Pro One, Korg Minikorg 700S
Strings: Crumar Performer
Brass, additional strings: Sequential Prophet VS
Lead: Korg Minikorg 700S
Stabs: Korg Polysix
Timbales: Kurzweil ME1

Enjoy
HN"

Oberheim DMX Classic Tracks on Electribe Sampler & Juno synthesizer

YouTube via harlemnightsmusic

"In this series, this time I tried to reproduce more elements of my fav tracks. For beats I used my Korg Electribe SX drum sampler again, now filled with classic Oberheim DMX and DX drummachine sounds. For drums only the ESX internal fx were used. No actual tracks were sampled except Blue Monday's choir sound; this was sampled from the original source track Uranium by Kraftwerk.

All tracks recreated by ear. All synth, bass & fx parts were programmed on my Roland Juno 106 synth (1984), and recorded with a Boss SE50 effect processor. In the originals different synths were used. All played and filmed live during recording, no MIDI sequencer was used.

Blue Monday / The Beach - New Order
The Walk - The Cure
Living on Video - Trans-X (note: this may have been TR-808 instead or combined)
I Feel for You - Chaka Khan
Makin' Music - Gary's Gang (LinnDrum conga + cowbell)
Look of Love - ABC
Happy Station - Fun Fun
Weekend - Class Action / Larry Levan
Body Talk - Imagination

Next vid: Oberheim DMX Oldschool Hiphop & more"

Sequential P600 + Gligli upgrade - Harlem Nights

Published on Dec 28, 2014 harlemnightsmusic

"Had this synth for some time while my Prophet 5 got some modifications. These are some personal sounds I made from this 80s synth, with new firmware, more info here: gligli.github.io/p600fw/.

Some delay and compression used. The upgrade gives better envelopes, LFOs and many other things. It does not get as warm as the Prophet 5 rev 2 but then nothing really compares

Back soon with more

HN"

Whammy Christmas - Harlem Nights (Roland Juno 60)

Published on Nov 28, 2013 harlemnightsmusic·39 videos

"Season's greetings to all.. Some typical Wham sounds and a classic Paul McCartney song. The Juno 60 gave the main synth / organ sounds in Wham! songs like Wake Me Up, A Different Corner, Last Christmas.

Enjoy
HN"

TR909 House Classics - Harlem Nights

Published on Dec 2, 2012 by harlemnightsmusic
"My take on some 80s house themes, using a real Roland TR909 drummachine, and my analog synths. Loosely recreated by ear, none of the original tracks were sampled. Part 2 coming soon.

My EP Watch Me Dance @ iTunes: http://goo.gl/6MxFN
For 909 beats check Zenhiser.com: http://goo.gl/WGYnB

Tracklist:
- Mr Fingers - Can you feel it
- S Express - Theme from S Express
- Mantronix - Bassline
- Mantronix - Hardcore Hip Hop
- Confetti's - Sound of C
- Adamski ft Seal - Killer
- Inner City - Big Fun
- Cookie Crew - Rok da House
- Farley Jackmaster Funk - Love can't turn around
- Baby Ford - Chikki Chikki Aah Aah
- Derrick May - Strings of Life
- early 90s house track, don't remember title

Gear:
- drums: Roland TR909, Electribe SX (add percussion)
- bass: Sequential Pro One, Roland Juno 60
- other: Korg Minikorg 700S, Juno 60, Korg Polysix"

Harlem Nights - The MAN (80s Breakdance Tribute)

YouTube via harlemnightsmusic | October 27, 2010

"This time an electric boogie tribute - new song

Drums: Korg Electribe SX (TR808 sounds)
Bass: Realistic Moog MG1
Synth: Roland Juno 106
Arps, vocoder: Korg MS2000R
Strings: Crumar Performer
Fx: Boss GX700, Lexicon LXP5 (intro)
Choir: Kraftwerk (Uranium)

Enjoy
HN"