YOUTUBER: Alex Ball

16. January 2026

Alex Ball Invokes the Farfisa Polychrome: Choirs from the Analog Stratosphere

Step into a world where sound shimmers like stained glass and choirs drift through analog mist. Alex Ball, ever the cinematic storyteller, guides us through the rare Farfisa Polychrome—a synth that exhales spectral harmonies and tactile nostalgia. With poetic reverence, Ball unpacks its history and unique voice, weaving together sonic ghosts and modern creators like Hainbach. This is not just a demo, but an invitation to experience the Polychrome’s magnetic resonance, where each note blooms and dissolves in a nebula of vintage Italian circuitry. Prepare to float inside a machine that sings beyond its era.

Farfisa Polychrome

19. December 2025

SPARKY

Alex Ball

Alex Ball’s VP-550 Rave Resurrection: Still a Sonic Street Weapon?

Alex Ball, maestro of vintage synths and cinematic grooves, drags the Roland VP-550 out of the 2006 time capsule and onto the slab for a proper inspection. Is this 20-year-old vocal mangler still a secret weapon, or just another relic gathering dust? Expect a deep dive into its choir-morphing, vocoder-twisting madness, with Alex’s signature storytelling and hands-on jams. If you think old gear can’t slap, think again – this one might just surprise you. Read on for the verdict, but trust us: the real magic is in the sounds you’ll only catch in the video.

Roland VP-550

12. December 2025

TAS

Alex Ball

Alex Ball’s 70s Cop Show Music: Funky Chords, Crunchy Brass, and a Rhodes Mk8 on Patrol

Ever wanted to soundtrack a high-speed car chase through the mean streets of Melbourne—or at least your lounge room? Alex Ball’s latest deep dive is a wild ride through the world of 70s cop show music, packed with crunchy chords, swaggering brass, and grooves that could out-funk a possum at a bush doof. With his signature blend of vintage gear nerdery and cinematic flair, Alex unpacks the tricks and tools that made those classic TV themes so unforgettable. Grab a cold one, crank the volume, and get ready for a tutorial that’s as slick as a detective’s moustache and twice

CineSamples CinePerk, EMT 240 Plate Reverb, Ibanez RM 80, Native Instruments Abbey Road 70s Drummer, Native Instruments Session Horns Pro, Rhodes MK8, Shure SM57, Vox V846HW Wah Pedal, Waves Abbey Road Vinyl

31. October 2025

JET

Alex Ball

The Sublime Oberheim OB-1 with AlexBallMusic: A Synth Odyssey

Join AlexBallMusic as he dives into the shimmering realm of the rare Oberheim OB-1, a synth so nifty it makes R2-D2 tales seem like urban legends. From its groundbreaking digital memory to its beefy VCOs, get ready for a journey through sound that leaves plug-ins in the dust. Clad in vintage mystique, the OB-1’s a proper blast from the past.

ARP 2600, Oberheim OB-1, Roland System 100m, SEM

17. October 2025

LUMINA

Alex Ball

Exploring Echoes: A Journey with AlexBallMusic

Step into a world where sound becomes a vivid tapestry, as AlexBallMusic unveils the vintage magic of Lexicon FX processors. Experience the Model 200 Reverberator and Model 97 Super Prime Time as they weave audio tales of ambient intrigue and sonic depth.

Model 200 Reverberator, Model 97 Super Prime Time Progammable Digital Delay Processor

2. October 2025

JET

Alex Ball

AlexBallMusic’s Symphony of the Machines: TR-1000 Unleashed

When Roland jumps back into the analog drum scene with the TR-1000, it’s like witnessing a legendary band reuniting for one more explosive gig. In his video, AlexBallMusic dives deep into this beast of a drum machine, delivering a review that’ll have you dancing to its electric grooves.

Roland TR-1000

26. September 2025

RILEY

Alex Ball

AlexBallMusic Breaks Down the Hex: A Sub Six Adventure

Say hello to the Sub Six, a hexaphonic pickup that’s turning heads in the music world. Cue AlexBallMusic, who dives deep into this modern marvel, blending cheeky humor with technical insights that even the most seasoned synth junkies will appreciate.

Sub Six Hexaphonic Pickup

25. July 2025

JET

Alex Ball

The Wild Ride of Novation’s Bass Station with AlexBallMusic

Dive into the gritty history of the Novation Bass Station as AlexBallMusic takes us on a ride through synth evolution, from the raw Wasp days to today’s iconic AFX Station. This story unravels Chris Huggett’s genius that transformed a humble synth into a legendary sound staple in the music world.

Novation AFX Station, Novation Bass Station, Novation Bass Station 2, Oscar, Roland TB-303, Wasp

20. June 2025

JET

Alex Ball

AlexBallMusic Digs into the Synths Behind OMD’s ‘Enola Gay’

Dive into the vintage soundscape of OMD’s ‘Enola Gay’ as AlexBallMusic unravels the synth secrets behind this iconic track. Discover the gritty charm of the MicroPreset and other synths that shaped the sound of an era.

Elgam Symphony 200, Korg MicroPreset, Roland CR-78, Roland SH-2, Vox Jaguar

30. May 2025

JET

Alex Ball

AlexBallMusic Electrifies with the TR-909

Could the Roland TR-909 be the dodgy kebab of drum machines – slightly quirky but utterly unforgettable? AlexBallMusic dives deep into its history and influence, reminding us why this classic keeps pounding through the decades. Expect crunchy beats and synth nostalgia, all wrapped up in Alex’s informative style.

Roland TR-909, XT-909

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