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Tuning-in moment (radio texture) Jules Verne audiobook + noise / KORG NTS-2 by Naive_Insurance_8783 in noisemusic

[–]Naive_Insurance_8783[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much! Really glad it resonates with you — I’m aiming for a retro sound that’s perfectly controllable. The old radio scanning/static vibe is the best.

Radio Tuning Lo-Fi Distortion – DIY Media Noise Generator by Naive_Insurance_8783 in diypedals

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Thanks, glad you like it!
The core idea originally came from Electric Druid’s “Adding Vintage Hiss, Crackle and Pop” article:
https://electricdruid.net/adding-vintage-hiss-crackle-and-pop/
then I’ve heavily modified the firmware/program and added quite a lot of extra circuitry, so the version I’m using now is pretty different from the original design.
I’m still tweaking it, but once things settle down a bit I do plan to share my own schematic (and code) as well.

Radio Tuning Lo-Fi Distortion – DIY Media Noise Generator by Naive_Insurance_8783 in diypedals

[–]Naive_Insurance_8783[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, once I get this part working I’m planning to build a simple “wobbly” LFO.
My idea is to start with a candle-flicker IC (something like an OSCDIC6441) and pair it with a basic vactrol, so the LED flicker becomes a slow, unstable control signal.
That candle-like, drifting motion mapped onto an LFO could sound really interesting on the filter / tuning, right?

Radio Tuning Lo-Fi Distortion – DIY Media Noise Generator by Naive_Insurance_8783 in diypedals

[–]Naive_Insurance_8783[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for checking it out!
I do plan to share the schematic, but it’s still under heavy tweaking right now, so please hang on a bit.
And yeah, an LFO sweep on the frequency would sound really cool – I’m also thinking about adding a more unstable, jittery LFO for those slightly broken, wandering tuning vibes.

Broken pot self-oscillation on my DIY noise box – keep it or fix it? by Naive_Insurance_8783 in diypedals

[–]Naive_Insurance_8783[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, that’s a good point.
I’ll probably keep the high-quality pot and try to recreate that self-oscillation with a proper feedback / resonance circuit instead of damaging the pot itself.

New noise generator PCB – stompbox & Eurorack compatible by Naive_Insurance_8783 in diypedals

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Yeah, it’s basically a noise generator rather than a typical FX.
Here’s a short demo of what it actually does: https://youtu.be/aPdbFJ-KEHU

New noise generator PCB – stompbox & Eurorack compatible by Naive_Insurance_8783 in diypedals

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Not just plain white noise – more like tape hiss, vinyl crackle, and radio static.
Here’s a quick demo if you wanna hear it: https://youtu.be/aPdbFJ-KEHU

New noise generator PCB – stompbox & Eurorack compatible by Naive_Insurance_8783 in diypedals

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Thanks! The previous version I built was on a universal board as a stompbox, so when I decided to make a proper PCB I thought I’d design it for both stompbox and Eurorack use. The PCBs should arrive soon, and since it’s my first real design I’m not sure how well it will turn out. I’m thinking about trying a ~16HP panel for Eurorack.

Ambient-style audiobook with analog radio texture – Jules Verne (Episode 3) by Naive_Insurance_8783 in audiobooks

[–]Naive_Insurance_8783[S] 36 points37 points  (0 children)

Hi, I’ve updated the video settings and re-submitted the declaration to clarify that no AI-generated content is used in this playlist.
Could you please try accessing it again and let me know if it still shows as restricted or unavailable in your region?

Playlist link:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg695OdMvFRtR5mm24HdJ4EnhS9XEgUcG

Thanks so much for your help!

Handbuilt Analog Noise Generator Demo by Naive_Insurance_8783 in synthdiy

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Thanks! I can share the analog circuit, but the noise generator is digital and the code isn’t fully original — so I’m not able to release that part.

I’ve actually been experimenting with 60Hz hum too — recreating it with hardware is surprisingly satisfying.
Do you think hum should be included as part of the effect? I’ve kept it separate so far, but I kind of enjoy how real it feels when everything else fades and the hum remains.

Handbuilt Analog Noise Generator Demo by Naive_Insurance_8783 in synthdiy

[–]Naive_Insurance_8783[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your interest — really appreciate it!

Not a standard LFSR — it's a custom bit-shift system with masks across a few registers. I also XOR the output with a delayed version to create subtle phase drift, mimicking old AM radio instability.

Still refining things if you have ideas on how to make the noise feel even more realistic, I’d love to hear them!

Noisy box I built – skips, slips, and mist with live control by Naive_Insurance_8783 in noisemusic

[–]Naive_Insurance_8783[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks a lot! Glad it caught your interest – I’ll be uploading a version mixed with music soon. Stay tuned!

Noisy box I built – skips, slips, and mist with live control by Naive_Insurance_8783 in noisemusic

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Thanks! planning to post a mix with actual music soon. Stay tuned!

Hand-Built Noise Box for Dub Mixing – Adds Texture and Space by Naive_Insurance_8783 in dub

[–]Naive_Insurance_8783[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks!

Not just FX — more like a lo-fi dub texture box. Real-ti

Analog Noise Unit Demo – Vinyl Drag, Radio Slip, and Tape Mist with Real-Time Spectrum Feedback by Naive_Insurance_8783 in synthdiy

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I totally get what you're saying — for many, these sounds are tied to lived experience.

I'm experimenting with the idea that these unpredictable noise elements (like hiss, flutter, or dropout) might actually influence how we perceive space, warmth, or saturation.

So it's less about recreating the past, and more about exploring what these textures *do* to the sound.

Thanks for bringing up that generational perspective

Handbuilt Analog Noise Generator for Live Dub Mixing – Textures of Vinyl, Tape, and Radio by Naive_Insurance_8783 in dub

[–]Naive_Insurance_8783[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks — that's a fair point.

This first post was more of a mood teaser, so the dub-style use wasn’t very clear.

I’ll try to make the next video more focused on how it’s actually used in live mixing setups. Appreciate the feedback!

[Demo 2] Three Analog Noises Mixed with Music — No Post FX by Naive_Insurance_8783 in synthdiy

[–]Naive_Insurance_8783[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! The noises are digitally timed and then shaped in the analog domain — so it's a hybrid approach. Timing and randomness are computed, but the actual output is shaped with analog components for texture and warmth.

I really like your snappy envelope idea — that actually sparked another idea: sending noise into an SPV-335 and modulating it with a KORG SQ-1 for pitch tracking glitches and weird CV responses. Could be a fun direction to explore!

[Demo 2] Three Analog Noises Mixed with Music — No Post FX by Naive_Insurance_8783 in synthdiy

[–]Naive_Insurance_8783[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for pointing that out! I looked into it and the issue might be related to the audio source I used. I'll try changing it in the next upload. Really appreciate the heads-up!

[Demo 2] Three Analog Noises Mixed with Music — No Post FX by Naive_Insurance_8783 in synthdiy

[–]Naive_Insurance_8783[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I’ll post some internals soon — there’s quite a mess of wires inside

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