Welcome to RetroSound – your destination for vintage synthesizers, classic keyboards and legendary electronic sounds.

On YouTube since january 2007 as one of the very first synthesizer channels.

• Vintage synthesizer demos
• Analog synth sound exploration
• 80s synth sounds and retro electronic music
• Classic keyboard reviews
• Synth history and rare instruments

Founder Marko Ettlich create the RetroSound project for sound-design in 1998. RetroSound developed several sound-sets for synthesizers and is vintage synth sample sound supplier for UVI (String Machines II, Synth Anthology series, OB Legacy, Vintage Vault series, Emulation II+ and many more).

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Robert Palmer's classic hit "I Didn't Mean to Turn You On" recreated using an authentic collection of legendary 1980s electronic instruments.
This cover was produced primarily with the iconic PPG Wave 2.2 and PPG Waveterm A. Most of the synthesizer sounds and samples were created directly on the original PPG Wave System, delivering the unmistakable sound of early wavetable synthesis.

The new video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cg1zH...

11 hours ago | [YT] | 92

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A Vintage Synth cover of the timeless 1985 classic "Life's What You Make It" by Talk Talk, recreated using iconic vintage instruments to capture the unmistakable sound of the original era. The song was originally released as the lead single from The Colour of Spring and became one of Talk Talk's signature New Wave hits.

Vintage Gear Used:
• Oberheim OB-Xa – Pads & Organ Sounds
• E-mu Emulator II – Guitar Riff & Piano
• LinnDrum – Drum Machine
• Simmons Drums – Electronic Drums & Percussion

The new video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjrx2...

1 week ago | [YT] | 173

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You know, I’m always a bit shy when it comes to appearing in music videos. I’d rather be behind the camera than in front of it. But personality is becoming increasingly important, especially on YouTube. The solution has come about as if by a twist of fate. ✨
Have a nice weekend. 😎

1 week ago | [YT] | 152

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Step back into the golden age of analog synthesizers with this original retro-inspired demo track by RetroSound.

Created using the legendary Roland JX-3P synthesizer and the iconic Roland VP-330 Vocoder Plus, this piece captures the unmistakable sound of the 1980s—lush analog pads, classic synth leads, warm basses, and vintage vocoder vocals.

The new video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uhm-s...

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 163

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The E-MU Emulator II played an important role in the sound of 80s electronic music, delivering the unique sampled textures, rich pads, and distinctive character that defined the era. This cover pays tribute to the iconic synthpop style of Depeche Mode while adding my own interpretation.
Released in 1984, the E-MU Emulator II became one of the most iconic sampling instruments of the 80s, famous for its unique sound and use in electronic and synthpop productions.

If you love Depeche Mode, vintage synthesizers, E-MU Emulator II sounds, 80s electronic music, and authentic synth recreations, enjoy this tribute and feel free to subscribe for more classic synth covers.

New video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g5EeZ...

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 198

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Discover the sounds and demos of the legendary Roland SR-JV80-04 Vintage Synth Expansion Board, one of the most sought-after expansion cards for the Roland JV and JD series synthesizers. In this video, we take a look at the sounds and vintage demos songs that made this expansion board a favorite among synth enthusiasts. The SR-JV80-04 Vintage Synth expansion features a carefully curated collection of classic analog and digital waveforms and patches inspired by iconic synthesizers from the 1970s and 1980s including Oberheim, PPG, Roland, Korg and analog stringmachines. Whether you're producing synthwave, electronic music, ambient soundscapes, cinematic scores, or classic dance tracks, this board delivers timeless vintage tones.
new video online: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJJSC...

4 weeks ago | [YT] | 89

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The Polivoks was developed in the Soviet Union in the early 1980s and became famous for its aggressive character, distinctive multimode filter, and raw analog sound. Originally designed as a compact alternative to Western synthesizers, it later became a cult instrument among musicians and synthesizer enthusiasts around the world.
New video online 🎹🙌

1 month ago | [YT] | 132

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Rest in Peace Vladimir Kuzmin. ✨
What a great and kind man. We had many interesting conversations in the last 20 years.

Polivoks playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe...

1 month ago (edited) | [YT] | 210

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Step into the lush, atmospheric world of Summer Madness by Kool & The Gang and discover how its iconic textures can be recreated using classic analog instruments. In this recreation, we focus on the essential ingredients that define the track's unmistakable character: the expressive lead sound of the ARP Odyssey, the warm and soulful Rhodes electric piano, and the rich ARP ensemble strings (ARP QUADRA) that float effortlessly through the mix.
the new video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8Tv8...

1 month ago | [YT] | 99

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Experience the legendary sounds of the Korg Wavestation, one of the most innovative synthesizers ever created. In this video, we take a look of the iconic wave sequencing, vector synthesis, evolving pads, atmospheric textures, and unique digital soundscapes that made the Wavestation a milestone in synthesizer history.

The new video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XhnYR...

1 month ago | [YT] | 136