Wild jam with Moog Subharmonicon, Mother 32, DFAM x 2, Zoia Euroburo, UA Starlight, Valco KGB Fuzz

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A live, semi-improvised track performed entirely on hardware.
I'd recently been inspired by the emergence of so many great live performances on the Moog semi-modular units, thanks in part to the "Moog Sound Studio" bundles now being sold. While most of my favourite tracks were ambient (see AB85's amazing stuff on KZbin if you haven't already!), I can't help myself. This ended up being a fun groove that I just wanted to bring over the top.
To help, I used the Zoia Euroburo for reverb on the Subharmonicon and Mother 32. I had originally thought I'd use the Euroburo as a modulator as well, but I was happy with the sound and did relatively little patching. Maybe in the future! In any case, the Euroburo did a great job on creating some space for the synth sounds in this track; its "Reverb Lite" algorithm is supposed to be a CPU-friendly alternative, but I find it just sounds pretty great in general.
For the DFAMs, I wanted something to leverage their weirdness and wildness. So for the kick sounds, I used the Valco KGB Fuzz (to get it buzzy and wild and droning at the end) and the UA FX Starlight (to add some energy and stereo space in the finale). And for the cymbal sounds, I added the Erica Synths Zen Delay, which is such an amazing and performative effects pedal, and it became another instrument in its own right.
Overall, this track is a great reminder that good analog boxes can get you 90% of the way there. I love how these semi-modulars sound.
Moog Subharmonicon - Chords and pseudo-arp
Moog Mother 32 - Melody-type thing
Empress Zoia Euroburo - mixer and reverb for the melodic synths
Moog DFAM 1 via Valco KGB Fuzz and UA FX Starlight - kick/bass
Moog DFAM 2 via Erica Synths Zen Delay - cymbals/lasers
Thanks for listening.
Performed and recorded live, with EQ, compression, and limiting on the master.
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[@GlitchComputer]

I come back to this video every once in awhile to remind myself of what’s possible. 😌✨

[@fraynedm]

This is the greatest synth video on KZbin. The way the Mother melody overlays the Sub - hits me right in the spine

[@peternyc]

You have good taste!

[@Berus7777]

"The greatest synth video on KZbin." ::::sigh:::: I respect your right to an opinion, but honestly... Some names: Lisa Bella Donna. Blush Response. Cuckoo. Venus Theory. Look Mum, No Computer. French 79. EZ Bot. Hainbach. Ben Jordan. This was nice, I agree. But that accolade was more than a bit over zealous.

[@thchris]

@@Berus7777 all bad.. u bad too

[@DVDFRMN]

it is the best

[@chromosundrift]

@@Berus7777Is your intent really to make a happy listener happier by redirecting them to something “better”? Or is it that you don’t understand the fact of subjective musical taste at all? The whole point of KZbin is to capture diversity so we don’t all have to watch the same stuff because we don’t all like the same stuff and in my opinion, life is better that way.

[@myksmith]

LOLed at "I was inspired by some beautiful ambient pieces on these Moog semi-modulars, but I have no chill" - I was just thinking to myself "wow, this is getting strong and great!" Well done at not defaulting to ambient for these beasts, they're able to do more!

[@markusosthoff5219]

absolutely love the build up - so much power

[@mikecortez7775]

Ok, thats why these things were created. A tear is running down my eyes.

[@Jackconte]

Damn. Such a beautiful arch. So we’ll designed. The development and time horizon of it is perfect. Mastery. I love the muted, dark synths still pulsing at the end after the filters close back down is gorgeous. And using the zen delay as a riser is totally next level creativity. Amazing work on this, man. Thank you for taking the time to educate us and give us a sense of what you’re doing along the well as well 🙏. Makes it not only fun to watch but I feel like I’m becoming a better producer watching you work. Total joy. Thank you!

[@JayHosking]

I appreciate the kind words. I also appreciate you creating a platform for me to get paid as a musician during the non-touring era of my life, and during a pandemic. Let me know if you need music for anything (not that you would, but still). Also, your collab with Knower is a scorcher I still go back to years later!

[@dfbaerwald]

Agree 100%. Amazing.

[@thomasdupont7186]

Arch ? Like Noé ?

[@RegisBoudinot]

Two DFAMs is always the right number! Superb jam so far. Still listening of course. Deploying the laser beams on the DFAM never gets old

[@sonicspecter]

Second time this piece appears in my KZbin feed. Great performance!

[@EshockT]

Impeccable. Love how clean the black background looks with this symmetrical set up.

[@Schtoopot]

I love the melody on that sequence and that liquid sound

[@TROGULAR10000]

Haha you couldn't resist the KGB fuzz.

[@AlexIsMusical]

This is masterful! The M32 and SH melodies are really beautiful.

[@tailwindmechanics7454]

This was excellent, it's strange how healing your music always is for me, thank you

[@charliebarbera6781]

I’m glad someone else doesn’t want to hold back. Aggressive…kicks butt

[@DirtiestPotato]

MmmmHmmmm A Jay Hosking jam for breakfast, yes please.

[@pmgodfrey]

I got to 32 seconds and was like NOPE! I HAVE to get my headphones and listen to this the proper way. And it was awesome!

[@edrift3d]

Indulge as much as you like. I’ll be here to listen. Great jam!

[@thomk7678]

Love that creepy lead when the Mother 32 comes in at the beginning. 👍🏻

[@sea-saw2654]

that was simply an audible delight.. quite exquisite.. 🙏👍

[@alphi3000]

That was heavy. Outstanding.🔥

[@mikecortez7775]

I can now throw my tv out the window and just listen to your jams

[@christophergilman7606]

I’m pretty sure this is my favorite video on KZbin. I must come back to this at least a few times every couple weeks. This is such a fabulous take!

[@85ringostar]

This song is a masterpiece

[@mistergenerator5430]

A great demo of what the Moogs can do.

[@knobsstrings]

Oh man, this is sick. Enjoyed it so much! 🙌

[@lapracticadefamila]

As always, inspiring and such a pleasure to hear. You rule, Jay.

[@emperorbingo]

Fantastic as always

[@lucafrancinimusic]

Brilliant! This is the last video I need to watch to buy a Subh and Dfam, I'm 100% convinced now :)

[@InvertedPopesMusic]

Really enjoyed the Moog family and friends getting together. Great sound.

[@bsc7758]

Wooooooooooooow! This is so inspiring! And thank you so much for the explanations throughout the video - they are very helpful!

[@andrebalandin]

Fantastic work!

[@connormitchell9837]

Another great jam for a day of homework, Jay. Loved this one!

[@delevirgmusic1447]

What a crescendo! That’s very impressive what you can achieve with this “limited” stuff. So powerful and inspiring.

[@claycowartisamazing]

Yea, thank god for people like him making music..... So many bad demos and jams on youtube.

[@setiroculus]

"limited" $4k set up

[@kevycoldcuts]

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[@claycowartisamazing]

@@kevycoldcuts sloppy

[@MikkelGrumBovin]

@@kevycoldcuts why on gods planet, would You embarres yourself like this ? Not only is it totally out of order to plug your own music on another artists channel , but its not even a good tune, or Well executed 🙄

[@xanfus]

So in love with your channel! I listen to this piece several times a day!

[@jefflittle3820]

I love it like always 🙂 love how chaotic this jam went, then right back to sweet serenity. Thanks again Jay.

[@Parakitedude]

Another great recording!

[@Jack458111]

Damn bro this was really cool. !!

[@christdolphin69]

this one is insane. great work, so beautiful

[@libbyyoung5055]

This is bloody lovely. Truly brilliant. LOVE IT.

[@rodrigolaporte274]

What an amazing jam! I love the whole set you have there. But also, musically, sounds amazing

[@phdj535]

Epic, monumental, and all the good adjectives. Thanks!

[@potsandjacks]

Excellent work brother. Love the wall of sound near the end. Subed for more

[@glennweber9290]

Legit got chills listening to this. Keep creating, man!

[@filon.]

Great sound. A beautiful composition and a wonderful atmosphere. Very nice.

[@katelikesrectangles]

jay this is really good

[@bridge2sound]

Fantastic!! Very well done 👍🏻

[@busch028]

Really awesome! Great demo of these pieces when used together. Keep up the inspiring work.

[@niebuhrsongs]

Easily the best video of the machines I have ever seen.

[@daviddechamps8840]

Wow. I really like the finale! Thanks as usual, Jay.

[@martiansonmaui1749]

thanks for sharing this beautiful, amazing piece! very inspiring.

[@5stringaustin]

That was flippin’ gorgeous 🔥🔥🔥

[@hudsoncraftworks]

Such a great groove. This is one of the best demos of this hardware I've seen. Thanks for sharing!

[@Fedor_Tkachev_Music]

time and time again my main takeaway is - it's all about the melodies, writing is the king!

[@joshatlas]

Grateful that you have no chill lol! Yhis was absolutly amazing! Thank you yet again, Jay!

[@hdbcgdbcgwhbcagscbfgdhs5449]

dude homie you got to make more stuff like this this is amazing!!!

[@85ba]

one of your best pieces, fairly simple and striking at the same time. inspirational piece of vid😁 )

[@flotteur]

Love what you manage to get from the Moog Subharmonicon and Mother 32 !!! Keep doing those awesome videos

[@brutusmuerto]

Awesome jam, thank you!

[@FrankPSF]

THAT WAS ONE HELL OF A HILL! Great job!

[@ivanglushko4232]

Wow, really a nice job! You did it just right

[@BravosReviews]

This is absolutely incredible

[@miguel_orama]

Excellent! Loved it!!! You rock Jay. Sonic love from Lisbon!

[@SHVNE]

Man, everything with an empress label on it is amazing. As always, amazing, man. Thank you!

[@devoncraigjohnson]

Wow. Every time I thought it could not give any more, it kept on giving. Incredible work.

[@karthikkrishna4092]

So Beautiful!! I'm in love with this.

[@maunstermusic]

This was so very good. Love to see the melodic side of modular/semi-modular.

[@Boris_Chang]

Damn man, great stuff! And thanks for the little tutorial built into a demo performance. Nice.

[@salaciouscrumb]

I keep coming back to this jam. Wonderful.

[@michaelang9524]

Really a voyage! Nice one

[@andylucasjewelry3104]

I love that you give a play by play. Thank you. Sounds great!

[@rayderrich]

Insanely strong buildup, I LOVE your setup and your skills.

[@AgonalRhythm]

Wow that was utterly brilliant

[@sebastiansalt]

Beautiful. That warm and cozy kick/bass is quite something.

[@Jakethejakee]

This was absolutely… incredible. Just perfect, every bit of it. More inspired by the last 6ish minutes than I have been by anything in a while. Thank you for this.

[@Akusound]

As always you are good bro, love your work 👍👍

[@joelk.3917]

Your performances are always inspirational, energetic and extremely creative! Love the way you are always pushing the envelope (no pun intended, or is it) and the limits of the gear you use. Much love from the Netherlands 🇳🇱 ❤

[@adsr4882]

Just genius. Did listen to this already couple times after stumbling over the video yesterday. Pretty close to get into modular myself with those moogs. Great work!

[@rspmusic796]

Thanks for doing this. There is soul in this jam and it inspired me a lot. This kind of composition is what makes me stick to the journey of music and thereby influences the decisions i take.

[@inacio7561]

Bravooo!!! Excelent performance! And majestic Sounds.. all Together a wonderfull Song! Thank you!

[@NGC0Music]

Jay, this is a masterpiece. We need more videos

[@Confuzius]

damn dude!! 10/10 video and music!!

[@GourlieRecords]

This is lit! Great jam

[@tombuster]

Yoi make these moogs sound incredible! I didn't realise I started dancing in my chair till the end, amazing work!

[@Ed-davies]

Absolutely epic!

[@haslo_]

This felt like a trip, a travel through space and time! Great arrangement and composition, particularly for what started out as a loop and never saw you touch any of the sequencers!

[@bpsychoz]

You def have your own sound. Always a touch of melancholy. Love it!

[@matrix_zero2121]

I recognize good old Jay. Welcome back and bravo )))

[@oaklandghosts0510]

Nice work!

[@GeorgeL909]

That was amazing. Really great jam! Never thought to use delay like that, adds such intensity to the jam, I usually just set it and forget it. Very cool.

[@J1M0TEE]

I just had to come back and listen to this beaut all over again! 🙌

[@chromosundrift]

Gorgeous. Inspirational

[@bhertrich]

thank you for this moment

[@slovplay]

Great music and performance! Wow

[@stevemeyer868]

You just made me take my Subharmonicon out of the box again and start jamming. Thank you!

[@JoseMarulandaLists]

Amazing i was like doubting about the wildernesses when i saw in my feed but actually is pretty wild nice work

[@alexanderpreuss2123]

Great Performing!

[@spacebrain1971]

Awesome jam. Thank you for sharing.

[@NotYetDecided404]

I love your setup ❤️

[@cortical1]

One of your best, I think! And I love all your stuff. The syncopated threes against the DFAM fours really was effective and seemed to create space for some of the "bouncing" from the other effects. I do love the Zen Delay. Very nice use of it!

[@_alexxon]

And this is really a brillient song...I listened to progressive electronica and I'm really loving how everything combined together and lifting to a higher emotion. I can learn a lot in your videos about how to make a song and how to arrange synths. I really really love your works so please make more:)

[@1wildrogue]

Wow, amazing work! How slowly you advance the filters... I can't even turn knobs that slowly. And I really love that you are not afraid to go with a little chaos in the end.