Novation Bass Station II: A modern classic gets a beautiful redesign David Hilowitz Music 2026-09-21 | Novation Bass Station II: A modern classic gets a beautiful redesign
I visited the biggest synth museum in the world! (Its in Switzerland.) David Hilowitz Music 2024-09-28 | For more information about SMEM, see here: https://www.smemmusic.chSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Roland P-6: A fantastic sampling groovebox for $219 David Hilowitz Music 2024-09-12 | More info here: roland.com/global/products/p-6
Who knew that Panasonic made little analog synths? This one is from 1975. #synth #synthesizer David Hilowitz Music 2024-08-22 | The sample library I made in this video can be found at: patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-110530507
Voltage Lab 2: The future of analog synthesis? David Hilowitz Music 2024-08-17 | For more information about this fun west coast synth check here: pittsburghmodular.com/voltage-lab-2Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
This rare 12-string mandriola sounds gorgeous as a FREE sample library David Hilowitz Music 2024-08-10 | The Mandriola sample library I made in the video can be downloaded for free here: decentsamples.com/product/mandriolaMake sure you also download the free DecentSampler plugin, if you don't have it: decentsamples.com/product/decent-sampler-pluginSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Casio SK-1: This legendary lo-fi sampler from 1986 is still worth it David Hilowitz Music 2024-07-20 | The Refractions VST plug is on sale here: http://decentsamples.com/product/refractionsThe Patreon sample library I made in this video can be found here: patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-108391066
My go to sound design setup David Hilowitz Music 2024-07-05 | You can contact Post War Designs on Instagram: instagram.com/post_war_designsHere’s a video about how they made the noise box: youtube.com/watch?v=j687NBU5gtEAlso, here’s info about the Meris LVX Pedal: meris.us/product/lvx
Hainbach: Making music with scientific test equipment David Hilowitz Music 2024-06-29 | Many thanks to @Hainbach for being such a great host! Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
I built a box guitar just for songwriting David Hilowitz Music 2024-06-11 | Hear the entire song here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com/track/centrifugeSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com=========================BUILD NOTES:- The neck I bought was this: cbgitty.com/guitar-instrument-parts/fully-fretted-3-string-cigar-box-guitar-neck-for-25-inch-scaleThe fretwork was really good, and the 25" scale length was really nice, but having a neck go all the way through the guitar proved to be a **huge** hassle when it came to making room for the pickup. For this reason, I don't think I would buy it again.- The pickup I used was this: amazon.com/Alnicov-3-String-Guitar-Pickup-Humbucker/dp/B08HMXSBQ8It's great and I would happily buy it again.- This is the bridge I ended up using: amazon.com/TUOREN-Adjustable-Hard-tail-Tailpiece-Replacement/dp/B0C1NCNT2R
I saw the coolest instrument in Berlin (FREE SAMPLES) David Hilowitz Music 2024-05-25 | Download the free sample here: decentsamples.com/product/korg-berlin-phase-8Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Polyend Tracker Plus: Exploring this brand new groovebox with an OG tracker user (me) David Hilowitz Music 2024-05-13 | More info here: polyend.com/tracker-plus
Casio VL-TONE: Super nostalgic lo-fi synth from 1979 + FREE SAMPLE LIBRARY David Hilowitz Music 2024-05-04 | The free sample I made can be found here: decentsamples.com/product/casio-vl-1The patreon sample library can be found here: patreon.com/posts/casio-vl-1-103614874Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
What does an earthquake sound like? + FREE Sample Library David Hilowitz Music 2024-04-20 | The sample library I made can be found here: decentsamples.com/product/earthquake-soundsThe code I wrote can be found here: github.com/dhilowitz/MSEED2WavThe easiest way to pull earthquake sounds is this tool that I wrote: decided.ly/convert-earthquake-soundsSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Yak Bak: Making music with a sampling toy from the 90s David Hilowitz Music 2024-04-04 | The sample library we made is here: decentsamples.com/product/bitscape-95-by-venus-theory-dave-hilowitzThere's also a FREE trial version here: decentsamples.com/product/bitscape95-free-edition-by-venus-theory-dave-hilowitz
This $13 thrift store mandolin sounds gorgeous as a FREE sample library David Hilowitz Music 2024-03-16 | The sample library I made in this video can be found here: decentsamples.com/product/stella-mandolin/?swcfpc=1Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Solar 42: A unique cinematic drone synthesizer David Hilowitz Music 2024-03-01 | More info on this very cool synth: eltamusic.com/solar-42Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Domra: The Next Big Thing? + FREE Sample Library David Hilowitz Music 2024-02-17 | Download the sample library here: decentsamples.com/product/domra-primaThe Patreon sample library can be found here: patreon.com/posts/98613589Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
I found a rare bass guitar from the 60s in the trash. Can it be saved? David Hilowitz Music 2024-01-24 | The song I made in this video can be found here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com/track/dreamlifeThe Patreon sample library can be found here: patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-96664967
Refractions: a beautiful sonic experimentation toolkit David Hilowitz Music 2024-01-06 | The plugin can be found here: decentsamples.com/product/refractionsSale ends on Jan 19th, 2024.
I made a fun new plug-in that lets you sequence live audio! #effects David Hilowitz Music 2023-12-20 | More info here: decentsamples.com/product/refractions
Bontempi Memoplay: A lofi computer synth from 1981 + FREE SAMPLES David Hilowitz Music 2023-12-17 | The free sample library I made is here: decentsamples.com/product/bontempi-memoplay-26/?swcfpc=1The patron sample library is here: patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-94815879REFRACTIONS, the super cool effect plugin I made is here: decentsamples.com/product/refractions/?swcfpc=1Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Chase Bliss Lossy: Who knew low bitrate MP3s could be this beautiful? David Hilowitz Music 2023-12-03 | Learn more about the Lossy pedal here: chasebliss.com/lossyThe sample library I made is here: patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-93953085Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Casio PT-10: Lo-fi nostalgia machine from 1987 + FREE SAMPLE LIBRARY David Hilowitz Music 2023-11-11 | This free sample library I made in this video can be found here: decentsamples.com/product/casio-pt-10-dictaphone-free-sample-libraryThe Patreon version of the sample library can be found here: patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-87932355Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
the people on reddit said this doesnt even qualify as a guitar David Hilowitz Music 2023-10-21 | The song I made in this video can be found here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com/track/alamoThe sample library I made in this video can be found here:patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-91099637Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Arturia Polybrute: What is a $3000 analog synthesizer like? David Hilowitz Music 2023-09-30 | To find out more about this amazing synth: arturia.com/products/hardware-synths/polybrute/overviewSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Anything can be a distortion pedal... David Hilowitz Music 2023-09-09 | The song I made can be found here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com/track/tropical-stormSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Making music with motors! David Hilowitz Music 2023-08-18 | The sample library @VenusTheory and I made is here: decentsamples.com/product/motorlab-by-venus-theory-dave-hilowitz
Rescuing a guitar that was left outside for 5+ years! David Hilowitz Music 2023-07-14 | The song I made can be found here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com/track/broken-mathSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Polyend Play: My favorite groovebox gets a Piano Roll update :) David Hilowitz Music 2023-06-28 | More info about the Polyend Play here: polyend.com/playThe sample I made can be downloaded here: decentsamples.com/product/stella-mandolinSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Chase Bliss Mood MKII: The ultimate ambient music pedal? David Hilowitz Music 2023-06-18 | More info about the MOOD MKII can be found here: chasebliss.com/mood-mkiiI actually ended up making two sample libraries!* Mini Box Guitar sample library: patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-84737080* Mood Explorations sample library: patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-84748847Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
MicroFreak upgrade: My favorite synth can now play samples! David Hilowitz Music 2023-06-04 | You can buy a MicroFreak here: link.perfectcircuit.com/t/v1/8-12626-287603-9759?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.perfectcircuit.com%2Farturia-microfreak.htmlMore info about the MicroFreak here: arturia.com/products/hardware-synths/microfreak/overviewSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
The mystery of a pawn shop violin (+ FREE Sample Library) David Hilowitz Music 2023-05-17 | In this video, I investigate the origin of a mysterious violin bearing the name W. T. Fisher. The sample library I made in this video can be downloaded here: decentsamples.com/product/folk-art-violinSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Roland SP-404 MK2: I sampled the worlds largest pipe organ David Hilowitz Music 2023-05-04 | I took the Roland SP-404 out on the road and sampled the world's largest functional pipe organ.Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
The Lofi Magic of VHS Audio David Hilowitz Music 2023-04-20 | The sample library @VenusTheory and I made can be purchased here: decentsamples.com/product/interlaced-venus-theory-decent-samplesThere's also a free version here: decentsamples.com/product/interlaced-free-edition-by-venus-theory-dave-hilowitzYou can watch @VenusTheory 's video here: youtu.be/82xeMtNVhGY
Çifteli: This microtonal instrument changed the way I think about music David Hilowitz Music 2023-03-21 | The Çifteli sample I made can be downloaded here: decentsamples.com/product/cifteli-freeIt is meant to be used with Decent Sampler, a free plugin that can be downloaded here: decentsamples.com/product/decent-sampler-pluginIf you're curious about microtonal composing, there's a nice explainer here: blog.discmakers.com/2017/08/microtones-the-notes-between-the-notesAlso, you can download free scale files here: sevish.com/music-resources/#tuning-filesSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com===================================================================
Squier Mustang: How I learned to stop being a gear snob David Hilowitz Music 2023-02-18 | The sample library I made can be found here: patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-78840586Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com===========GUITAR INFO===========The Squier I bought is this one (sadly the price went from $139 to $189 literally this week): adorama.com/sq371221502.htmlThere's a _fantastic_ video by @LillySchwartz about setting up a Squier Mustang here: youtube.com/watch?v=MhFhKobdD2sI ordered a custom pick guard from this eBay seller: ebay.com/itm/293764840801?var=593307785317The pickup I installed in the neck was a Duncan Quarter Pounder: seymourduncan.com/single-product/quarter-pound-stratThe pickup I installed in the bridge was a Duncan JB (I bought the "trembucker" version): seymourduncan.com/single-product/jb-model
Arturia Minifreak: My favorite synthesizer (Microfreak) gets an upgrade David Hilowitz Music 2023-01-28 | In this video, I check out the Minifreak from Arturia.Find more information about this synth here: arturia.com/products/hardware-synths/minifreak/overviewMore information about the plugin version here:arturia.com/products/software-instruments/minifreak-v/overviewThe samples I made can be found on my Patreon: patreon.com/posts/77866067The video I did on how to record synths can be found here: youtube.com/watch?v=8krWkxoBvv0BONUS TIP: My three favorite oscillators from the Minifreak are the ones made by Noise Engineering. You can download a FREE plugin version of those oscillators called Virt Vereor here: noiseengineering.us/products/the-freequel-bundle-sinc-vereor-virt-vereor-ruina
Make your own vinyl records at home | Teenage Engineering PO-80 & Gakken Record Maker David Hilowitz Music 2023-01-11 | The sample library I made in this video can be downloaded here: decentsamples.com/product/record-cutter-synth-free-----------------------------Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com-----------------------------HERE ARE THE VIDEOS I REFERENCED:How records are made: youtube.com/watch?v=f344wxy-2pUCutting Vinyl At Abbey Road: youtube.com/watch?v=rc2LA9kC-4UHow to Cut Vinyl: youtube.com/watch?v=60LEmBXFpZI-----------------------------The Gakken record maker can be purchased on eBay: ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313&_nkw=gakken+record+maker&_sacat=0The Teenage Engineering version can be found here: https://teenage.engineering/products/po-80
I found this amazing sounding reel to reel recorder on the curb! David Hilowitz Music 2022-12-17 | The sample library I made in this video can be found here: patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-76021137The reel to reel recorder in the video is a Wollensak T-1515-4 from 1959. Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
My wife got me this Chord Organ! David Hilowitz Music 2022-12-03 | Download the basic Chord Organ sample library here: decentsamples.com/product/chord-organ-freeDownload the Chord Organ and Friends sample library here: patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-75450684Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Checking out Dan Keens new Soft String Textures Sample Library #shorts David Hilowitz Music 2022-12-03 | Get more info here: spitfireaudio.com/dan-keen-soft-string-texturesFollow @DanKeenMusic here.#shorts
I got this four track for free :) David Hilowitz Music 2022-11-15 | The big sample library I made for this can be found here: decentsamples.com/product/tape-violinThe "for patrons" sample library I made can be found here: patreon.com/posts/74668292Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Generation Loss by Chase Bliss: An instant nostalgia machine David Hilowitz Music 2022-10-22 | Find out more info about the Generation Loss MKII pedal here: chasebliss.com/generation-loss-mkiiThe sample library I made in this video is called Lossy Algorithms. It can be found here: patreon.com/posts/73633260?pr=trueSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Pocket Miku: A unique vocal synthesizer from Japan David Hilowitz Music 2022-10-08 | In this video, I explore the Pocket Miku – a unique vocal synthesizer from Japan. The sample libraries I made in this video can be found here: patreon.com/posts/73025175?pr=trueNOTE: The sample library above is not a port of the Pocket Miku. For copyright reasons, I'm not able to include the raw Pocket Miku sounds in this download, so this contains only the highly processed Microcosm sounds.You can buy one of these silly instruments on eBay here: ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2334524.m570.l1313&_nkw=%22pocket+miku%22&_sacat=0&LH_TitleDesc=0&_odkw=pocket+miku&_osacat=0Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
I built an analog synth from 1979! David Hilowitz Music 2022-09-24 | I recently purchased a super rare analog synth kit from 1979 (MINI GAN PET-103). In this video, I put the synth together and find out how it sounds.The sample library I made in this video can be found on the Patreon: patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-72411036PCB and schematics for this synth can be found here (thanks to Håvard Kristoffersen): http://capadiy.comSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Japanese Toy Piano from 1957 has electric bells inside! David Hilowitz Music 2022-09-14 | The sample I made in this video can be found here: decentsamples.com/product/electric-bell-toy-piano-freeIt is meant to be used with the free Decent Sampler plugin, which can be downloaded here: decentsamples.com/product/decent-sampler-pluginThe music that you hear when I'm trying to get this contraption to work can be found here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.com/track/dusty-planets Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Hologram Microcosm: Make anything sound cinematic David Hilowitz Music 2022-09-01 | In this video, I explore the Microcosm, an effects pedal by @HologramElectronics . It's an experimental delay and reverb processor that can turn almost any sound into a beautiful, ambient cinematic pad. This video was very much intended as "first look" rather than a deep dive. More info about the Microcosm can be found here: hologramelectronics.com/microcosmPatrons can download the sample library I made in this video here: patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-71324991 Support what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Magical Musical Thing: A vintage analog synthesizer for kids David Hilowitz Music 2022-08-04 | In this video, I explore the strange toy that is the Magical Musical Thing (Mattel 1979). I speak to Franklin Eventoff, the toy's inventor, and learn about the other instruments he created as well. I also learn the secret to tuning these darn things.You can download the sample library of the Magical Musical Thing here: decentsamples.com/product/magical-musical-thing-sample-library-freeThis sample is meant to be used in conjunction with Decent Sampler, a plugin which can be downloaded here: decentsamples.com/product/decent-sampler-pluginYou can hear Franklin Eventoff's musical output here: youtube.com/watch?v=R95gtB-OFuASupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
An Introduction to Analog Synthesizers (featuring Moog Mavis) David Hilowitz Music 2022-07-19 | In this video, I take the all new MOOG MAVIS out for a spin. In the process, I go over how classic analog synths (aka subtractive synths) work.More info about the Moog Mavis can be found here: moogmusic.com/products/mavisSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
Soviet Pif synth: a cute analog synthesizer for children (+ FREE Sample Library) David Hilowitz Music 2022-06-30 | You can donate to relief efforts for Ukraine via UNICEF:unicefusa.org/mission/emergencies/child-refugees-and-migrants/war-ukraine?form=FUNKBHMZQDQOr via ALIGHT:wearealight.org/our-work/ukraineDownload the Free Soviet PIF Synth Sample Library:decentsamples.com/product/soviet-pif-synth-freeThis sample library works with the FREE DecentSampler plug-in. That free plug-in can be downloaded here: decentsamples.com/product/decent-sampler-pluginSupport what I do on Patreon: patreon.com/dhilowitzFind my FILM & INSTRUMENTAL music here: davidhilowitz.bandcamp.comFind my ROCK MUSIC here: manwomanchild.bandcamp.com
