The Pulsars, headed by brothers David and Harry Trumfio, were formed in Chi… Read Full Bio ↴The Pulsars, headed by brothers David and Harry Trumfio, were formed in Chicago in the mid 90s. Their music combined elements of indie rock and 80s synth pop with cathcy hooks and sing-along melodies.

They released several eps & singles, but only one full studio album. Sadly, when finishing up their second album, which is said to have cost about $ 200 000, their record label Almo Sounds went down, leaving "LP 2" unreleased.

In 2007 the Trumfio brothers reunited and started to work on the Pulsars again, do gigs and promised to release a new record soon!

Machine Talk
Pulsars Lyrics

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Che Fu Never knew the cost of living worked without no play System…

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Das Lifeboat All your self inflicted pain and your self destructive ways…
Lucky Day Part I This is not your day no you can't make it go…
Lucky Day Part II Give up give in now someone's got away this is gonna be…
My Pet Robot My pet robot my pet robot theodore my pet robot i adore …
Owed to a Devil A devil said to me a devil said to me a devil…
Runway I've been a brother to sorrow I've been surrounded by gloom…

Save You You took us for a ride stone face and no twitch…
Silicon Teens Silicon teens use drum machines and tambourines Silicon tee…
Submission Song Take me home on a motorcycle twist my ear and pull…
Suffocation Love's like suffocation it takes you under makes you dizzy …
Tales From Tomorrow You can't tell the future in a cookie but do you…
Technology Ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba…
Tunnel Song Pittsburgh has a real cool tunnel pittsburgh has a tunnel t…

Wisconsin This is a very nice day yeah hugs and kisses all…

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@jonaseggen2230

4y↑1

Compliments, kudos and admiration for the choice of songs you play whenever you do. Both good and funny.
What Soma Labs are making must be the most interesting, soulful and high quality gear produced in the last few years. I'm not that into drums but this thing is really high, if not at the top of my "want want want" list. (After watching the whole video Pulsar 23 is atm in the lead)
but
"No, you can't always get what you want
You can't always get what you want
You can't always get what you want
But if you try sometime you find
You get what you need"
Jagger/Richards

Maybe a cheese review at some point? I got at least one paw in the air voting for this.

All comments from YouTube:

@ThatFanDoley

Love the hard sync on the LFO❤

@staticdeclarations6058

3y↑15

Just received mine today, absolutely blown away, one of the best synths I've ever used hands down

@Djpuzzle

I'm stoked I just got one.

@maxhodges7511

13w

I just ordered the Yellow Limited Edition. Can't wait to get it.@@Djpuzzle

@Soundwrecker

47w↑1

+2 years, I own a P23 and this is a great overview even today. Thank you for the depth of understanding (such as using a discreet VCA in example) and your approachable style.

@0neTwo0neTwo

3y↑13

just FYI, at around 14:00 you mention there being some weird electricity thing preventing the touch plates on the 0-Ctrl from responding. I think the rule is that at least two patch cables must be connected from the 0-Ctrl and the device to establish proper grounding / functionality. =-) thanks for another cool video filled with inspiration.

@benjaminbrodie9801

4y↑6

EPIC VIDEO! WICKED DRUM MACHINE!!!! Thanks for sharing this. I've been interested in the PULSAR and you nailed the overview, tips, and ins and outs. Here's a drink to world peace!

@AvianBreak

4y↑22

It is products like this and the Subharmonicon that convince me we are still just getting started with electronic instrument innovation!

@StudioMagnetique

4y↑7

Creators finally looking forward rather than lazily relying on rehashing 'vintage'. SOMA can be thanked for that, but the fact that Moog, one of the originators in synth design in the first place is now creating some of the most forward thinking units (Sub-Harmonicon / DFAM) is just beautiful. I've been producing electronic music for nearly 30 years now and can honestly say this is a fine time to be alive if you're that way inclined.

@29372

4y↑2

I never fully understand a piece of gear until loopop explains it to me. Well done sir!

@Sousless

4y↑4

That's the most anticipated piece of gear that I need to wait so much to get. I ordered it, but it's 9 month wait for me (6 already passed). Thanks for the video!

@samadhist

4y↑2

Yessssss! Thank you so much for doing this one! I bought a Pulsar Buddy from electric kitchen to do odd time signatures, and am patiently waiting for my spot to own the pulsar-23 itself.

Your coverage is superb and there’s a reason I contribute on patreon. Excellent review of exceptionally cool hardware. Well done.

@electric.kitchen

4y↑5

Thanks for the mention, Devin! Pulsar Buddy - for those that don't know is a clock system add-on I designed and built for Pulsar-23 to make the loopers work in odd time signatures: Want 3 bars of 7/8? You got it! It also will generate triplet and other tuplet pulses (3:5 anyone?) — You can see me playing it in the videos on my channel.... and you can buy one (or a kit) over at https://shop.electric.kitchen/

@perellovemusic

4y↑15

Best review channel on youtube!

@TheNimasan

48w

just got mine yestarday. i played with it just couple of hours and it alraedy belongs to my fav instruments in my studio!!! i really dont know what this soma guys do but despite being a modular junkie, i really love everything they do. lyra is from another space, cosmoswas my fav gear 2022 and now this beast. i am really blown away!!! thx to vlad, grzgorez and the rest of the team 🙏

@gonzosightseeing

4y↑2

whoever thumbs down this --> quit music. Awesome vid loopop. You're a legend

@blaythessteuer

4y↑174

this synth makes me want to get a better job

@sinepilot

3y↑10

Don't feel too bad. I went and got that better job and I'm still waiting for my Pulsar.

@ToddVaules

2y↑5

Well it seems that this comment was made somewhere at the end of 2020, however I’d like to nominate it for the best comment on YouTube for the year 2021. That is the most straightforward no bullshit comment I think I’ve ever read on the Internet. It uses few words to describe the feeling that almost everyone in the world has felt. We all wish for better a better job to afford something (or perhaps someone?). There’s no argument, or valid criticism, that could be aimed at it. My verbose reply on the other hand could be ripped to shreds.

@iiisuu

2y↑3

Ok cool, it made me wanna quit mine and learn PULSAR 23.

@ryanholmberg

2y↑1

For real

@endless_arps

2y↑1

I did , and got a Pulsar last month ✌️ Upgrading your life is always a good idea , just make sure it's not a realy shitty job!

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@georgescdoodle

I'm so glad you got around to reviewing this synth! Been looking forward to it.

@busch028

The intro jam is HOT!!! Can’t wait to watch this video in its entirety later.
Thank you so much for answering my question regarding the alligator clips!
As always, you have my ever-expanding appreciation for your hard work!

@elitefitrea

3y↑10

My spot finally came up on the waiting list. Can't believe I'm actually getting one.

@InFamousProductions

3y↑1

me too! I just sent the $$ so I can't wait! and I want to use my matrix brute send CV to it and back from it

@emilygrave

3y↑2

i just preordered mine this week. how long did y'all wait before it was on its way ?

@elitefitrea

3y↑1

@@emilygrave I got on the list the first week they went on sale I think. Perhaps a year and a half or so?

@emilygrave

3y↑1

@@elitefitrea wowzers , time to be extra patient in the meantime haha

@gunterkeegan670

3y↑1

@@elitefitrea I just ordered mine a week ago and was told 4 months.

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@vprice509

4y↑13

How do you not have one billion subscribers by now? Sir, you are the Alan Watts of the synthesizer world. There will some day be debates about whether loopop was actually just one person, the first AI-enhanced human or a hybrid collective that spoke with one voice. :)

@Getthenderson

I bought a second hand Lyra-8 about 3 weeks ago, looked into soma and fell in love with the Pulsar 23, am on the waiting list and was wondering where your video was and bam here we go.

@antfactor

Another excellent walkthrough. Been curious about this well before they went into production. Thanks for "framing" what kind of machine this is, and equally-so isn't. Cheers and Best!

@hardsync7873

Very helpful tutorial, now I see more clearly with my pulsar! Thanks!

@g3cd

Wow, I've been waiting for that review. Loads of people have showcased it, but none is as in-depth as your analysis.

@GroktheGonk

4y↑2

Thorough and erudite as always ∞

@AmyKnoles

Brilliant as usual!! Both your video and this machine!!

@TheIllestMD

Nice Collie man! Very smart pups. Mine loves to take naps in front of the kick when I drum.

@pk9mmpara

I,m so happy when i have this gear in my hand many thanks for you,re perfekt turtorials many many thanks

@jonaseggen2230

4y↑1

@hruine

Really cool thing, watch it for several months, I don’t know why, but I need it) thanks for the good review !

@oliveribasta5929

4y↑5

I love those drum machines that don't make only a drum sounds, where you can explore

@edouardmusic

4y↑2

In this case I highly recommend the DSI Tempest. Huge possibilities. Not easy at first. Worth the time.

@paradiddle16

4y↑1

Why am I drooling right now?

@jonnyhead

Best user videos online, thanks

@rossmotus669

Tnank you very much for your useful demos.

@marleenvos4126

4y↑1

the sound at 23:54 is almost like an Earthquaker Devices Rainbow Machine :)

@tufelkahonda5323

4y↑1

Interesting! Thank You For The Video!!

@bahutu802

What an impressive machine. It probably opens up space to discover for years. I'd like to see those metallic trigger pads on other gear... seems to be much more reliable and intuitive to use than bad designed (non-velocity-sensitive) cheap trigger pads / buttons found on other machines.
My highest respect for the clarity and comprehensiveness of presentation. I wonder how long it took to prepare and learn all that stuff (I saw a video by Stimming, who seems to be a highly skilled electronic producer, but he was completely overwhelmed by the machine, although he also probably prepared for the review... well in a pinned comment, he wrote that he played with it day in, day out for 2 weeks afterwards, so if we're lucky, we see him perform live on the machine one day...).

@johndjameson

4y↑17

That intro sequence is hot, hot, hot! 🔥

@UNSCPILOT

4y↑1

Agreed, I need that drum something fierce

@jdkgcp

Just sounded like NIN too me

@UloPe

Yes! I’d love a full length version of that...

@end-quote

Great content like always :]

@cecilkeebler4254

4y↑1

Preordered a few months back. Not expecting to get it for some time though. I am look forward to pairing this with the Syntrx.

@brianobush

4y↑1

$$$ I also preordered mine late last year. I think you will have your Syntrx long before your P23.

@cecilkeebler4254

@@brianobush I'm in luck on that front as I already have the Syntrx. Oh well. First World problems all 'round ;)

@crazyFrankyy

4y↑6

Please do Jomox Alpha Base this is another great drum synth !

@spaceairobic4045

4y↑2

Hi, would love to see a review/ tut of the subsequent 37. as it is a beast of a machine and so versatile. I only can get about 40% out of it. thanks, love your work!

@loopop

4y↑1

Actually I am planning to do cover it soon!

@RonCavagnaro

4y↑2

I got my Pulsar yes it's great!

@BURG

4y↑1

Gotta say that intro beat/groove was really somehting else. Nice tension to it! :) Great review as always! cheers

@loopop

4y↑1

🙌🏻🙏🏻

@adamjlipper

Just got a Pulsar 23 and this was extremely helpful! @loopop, what was your OSC source for the arp during the 3/4 jam?

@anothercouture

Great video, maybe I should take up my preorder after all.

@lstlvls2521

You can send the drum channels to both effects at once or choose which each one is sent to - clip the output of a channel to the input of one (or both) or the effects. :)

@andreaskitzmann7391

2y↑1

A great review as usual! Have you tried the Ornament-8 from SOMA?

@loopop

Thanks! And no I have not

@caryragland714

“If you run out of alligator clips just use cheese to connect “he said!! Awesomeness!

@janhenckell4178

4y↑2

looking foward to how loopop combines an ornament-8 with the pulsar <3

@kabir_st9866

That intro track--I can imagine you putting that on your own rendition of The Clash's - Straight to Hell

@MinusNoir

Great instrument and review.
I'm thinking ... How it could be compared to Jomox Alpha Base?

@Skootavision

3y↑8

Me half asleep rescanning through the video: “Did he just say CHEESE??”

@BEDM

It’s a work of art.

@PaulBoos

4y↑1

Great overview - I've been thinking this thing would be another great semi-modular addition. This really convinces me of the versatility of it. I do wonder about the learning curve a bit though...

@unsinndj

I want this NOW!!!!

@Digiphex

What a cute dog!

@CassowaryToenails

4y↑1

Not only does it sound incredible but you can make patches with cheese? Edible patch cables are something I never knew I wanted. I can't wait to get one and get messy.

@hekatonkheires4564

Excellent review as ever👍🏻 What is it with. Border Collies and cheese? I had one whose eyes practically popped out of his head when cheese came out. Go Loopup!!

@jameswooster4250

3y↑1

That opening groove you made is pretty damm sweet. I paid for mine a month and a half ago and still have not gotten it. hopefully any day.. it left Russia a month ago..

@stjohnmantle6219

Sorry if you've answered this already but what is the oscilloscope app you use here? Great review as always!

@evanpincus2203

4y↑1

This really does seem like one of the best drum machines of the 21st century

@darrenblondin

3y↑1

Loopop is the Carl Sagan of astrosynthesis.

@amartine01

Hi Loopop, do you think the bass module can replace a bass monosynth like say an Erica Synth Bassline DB-01? Thanks for the video

@loopop

I've not tried DB-01 yet unfortunately

@blue-notemitchandtheburnin348

Does anyone know if an Arturia Drumbrute could be used to trigger the soma? More specifically, could I program a drumbrute then use the ‘outs’ of each individual drum to trigger the individual sounds of the soma? Apologies if it’s a dumb question. Cheers

@AndrewDuncanNZ

Extra credit for having a border collie in yer video!

@kevinbirge2130

This is my dream machine. It’s hopelessly out of reach, but if I could choose just one piece of gear, would be this.

@christopherpederson1021

Well, when it finally becomes available in stores, you should get one. Though it costs $1800

@steveambrose1734

Hi loopop I see you have the instruo lubadh in your rack,can you do a review of that module please 🙏

@DECIMA1

4y↑1

Apparently you can use cheese to connect these as well. 4:13 Proceeds to feed cheese to a cute pupper.

@eladreltuc

4y↑4

Woulda loved hearing it with a DFAM

@PaulBoos

4y↑1

I was thinking of with the Impulse Command myself or the Fusebox.

@user-eg4zk5ko3o

industrial heaven i have to save for this

@christopherpederson1021

It can do hiphop too.

@marleenvos4126

4y↑3

"hopefully we are on are way to a pleasing techno pattern instead of sending offensive morsecode to aliens" LOL, love your super dry humor

@part-slimer

that pitch shifting reverb delay combo would make an amazing guitar pedal.... just pointing that out....

@lstlvls2521

Earthwquaker Devices Rainbow Machine sounds very similar to the CH mode of the Pulsar-23 effects section. :)

@scottsweatshirt9753

Do we have DFAM-esque Advance Clock In/Trigger Out capabilities with this percussion behemoth? I was hoping to potentially sandwich between a few Moog semimodular pieces. Ace review as always!

@loopop

Thanks! Sort of, but you'd need a "clock multiplier" to get this to follow DFAM. It would probably be a better idea to drive DFAM's clock out of one of the clock dividers here based on the speed ratio you'd want

@scottsweatshirt9753

Appreciate the info and recommendation! So to follow this on through my chain, would I then be able to go from the DFAM on to the remaining modules and keep everything in sync? My goal would to control my whole setup with Digitakt as the brain:

1) Digitakt out via MIDI box to Minilogue XD and Pulsar
2) DFAM (via Pulsar clock divider)
3) Subharmonicon
4) Plaits
5) Moog Grandmother

@loopop

4y↑2

Should work - other than the first couple of loops as I show in the video

@huge_bass

hei! how about some further patching ideas specially around the diode & capacitors? :)

@Bod8998

Nice outro

@astrubalmcroque2906

In a more grid based sequence style.
How do you think this lil monster would interact with Tip Top Audio's Circadian Rhythms eurorack sequencer? it should be easy with Pulsar's eurorack's assignable patch bay
i'm curious if it's posibble to sequence Pulsar with that module, an the generate time variations with Pulsars clock outputs, and with shaos section as well.
do you think its possible ?

@loopop

3y↑1

Any CV based sequencer should work

@istvantoth7431

40w

I am on the fence when it comes to Soma and this synth in particular. The sound itself here is sublime. Superior. Top tier.

But this whole, raw, industrial, kinda "whatever comes out" type of workflow, is really nooot my cup of tea. This is cowboy style of synthesis. I don't like when I am not in control.

@nikolaystrelkovich879

Dear loopop👋thanks for the video! Can you share, what plugin do you use as a live oscilloscope? Are there any plugins for Live 11? Thank you in advance

@loopop

Hi, I use MOscilloscope and MAnalyzer by a company called Melda - they’re free with some limitations in the MFreeFXBundle. Occasionally I’ll use scopes by VCV

@astrubalmcroque2906

So, in order to subtract or increase voltages i would need something like Maths in my modular right?

@loopop

3y↑1

There are simpler modules that can do the trick but maths will do a lot more

@astrubalmcroque2906

@@loopop thank you sir :)

@xivivix7195

18w

4:20 loopup!

@wlacsilbalazs

I wonder, can you use dogs to connect the pins?

@marccarpenter2680

4y↑2

I honestly want this this reminds of Metroid prime music how do I get one in the Future.

@cedric1886

Nice review ! Anyone knows what’s the little black sequencer box (on the left, then on the right later in the video)

@loopop

4y↑1

Thanks! It's 0-CTRL from Make Noise

@zappaballoon

could I use a quarter inch out on each channel in the back and record each voicing separately into ableton?

@online-person

yes, you can. the "1/4" pins on the front panel, bottom left" align with the 1/4" outputs on the jack, so any voice or source you want to record separately into Ableton would be connected there.

@just-ask

sehr geil.

@stonedapesociety5628

Please make a video with pulsar AND Eryca Synths Perkons!

@martinocruzcruz4483

Need a Heavy Bass? i got you! Man these troll music producer ads jesus. good video LP

@loopop

3y↑1

Sorrrry ads pay the bills

@sofokop

14w

What is the difference between the old pulsar and the new bd module update after 2022? They say that the osc isn’t stable and restarts , but in the down position it works as classic pulsar, I can’t understand which button go down. Can you help me please to understand if the machine has problem with the old module cause I’m gonna buy an old second hand pulsar. Thanks for your time!

@loopop

14w

I don't know! Please contact the company and let us know back here?

@qebo_a.retsis

Hi Loopop! I was wondering how Pulsar-23 deals with static electricity, with having a metal case and all those metal pins exposed? I suspect the case must be internally grounded to the chasis but those pins? Cheers everyone 🙂

@loopop

Hey - just saw this ;) I don't know

@DayflightTrok

3y↑1

This is more than other systems can

@yanasitta

I bet you get this question all the time but how do you have your oscilloscope set up for external hardware? I searched through your vids and didn't see anything about it. Thanks!

@loopop

I do - it's an overlay in post - software scopes by melda

@chestnut40

aaaaah what a nice dog :))

@i_never_asked_for_an_alias

4y↑2

Is it just me or could the envelope be a little bit more "snappy". Maybe the settings in this demo are not the full range, but i feel specially the attack could be faster. Not sure, something is "dulled" overall. Great box for experimentation though.

@rolandmdill

Yes the envelopes are not the nicest tbh. Pair it with the right module and it will sound significantly crispier

@coinoperatedboyoffic

4y↑19

Can we have a spin-off series starring Loopup?

@loopop

4y↑15

This was the pilot - you wouldn’t believe the synth tricks he can pull off

@neilparnell2089

@@loopop Can we have him and Rex the Dog do a Colab?

@loopop

3y↑5

Partially. He’s willing to do a Lab if you know what I mean

@kiranbrown5309

is their a plugin for thes?i have reaper

@TheJebBushOrchestra

How is he getting those waveforms on his screen? What's the software/plugin?

@loopop

Hi, I use MOscilloscope and MAnalyzer by a company called Melda - they’re free with some limitations in the MFreeFXBundle. Occasionaly I’ll use scopes by VCV

@Lubushqa

Can you please review the Waldorf Kyra?

@jg648

Could you play it via midi with e-Drums?

@loopop

Should work as long as they send notes

@StudioMagnetique

NORD 3P works beautifully for this... plus you get another amazing drum synth that you can patch through the P23 inputs and process too.

@madamelagent8520

Small critic if I may: for the two last videos, I felt that you spent quite some time explaining controls/connectivity, which don't feel that useful to me, as you can read manuals or product presentation by the company. What I really like about your channel is the deep understanding you have about synthesis. Your patch ideas and tricks are usually what makes me want to buy or not a product, more than watching a complete overview of the product. Just my 2 cents, I love your videos anyway ✌️

@loopop

Thanks. I always appreciate constructive comments. Actually I just got a comment that my videos aren’t friendly enough for newcomers to synthesis.... However, since there’s a timeline, why not jump straight to the patch ideas?

@finngrim9763

4y↑2

@@loopop I'll have to agree, I'm quite deep into the hole of synthesis already and have a Pulsar myself but I would love to have you seen go into a DEEP DIVE on this machine, trying out all kinds of stuff and showing us a best off, afterall we are here to watch your content for as long as possible, not just for the resume of the pros&cons or something like that. At least me ... I propably just wanted a 5 hour review of this thing instead :D, would appreciate longer "patch ideas" sections tho and more experimenting with different techniques

@madamelagent8520

@@loopop Ah, it's important to not let anyone behind, I get it. Your videos probably made me a better synthesist so I wouldn't want to deny anyone else from learning from your vids 😊

@Phunkm0nk

Holy Toledo!

@Dexba

4y↑47

Since I cannot afford it, I try to get exposed to it as much as I can through videos ✨

@arturmpuga

4y↑6

holly fuck dude, that is like the ultimate love letter of the internet age 👌👌👌👌👌

@livinproof718

3y↑2

Same here bro same here

@D.Z.A.-kp8lf

Me too... DaMn.. $1800...

@Dexba

3y↑2

@@D.Z.A.-kp8lf I mean, it is packing a lot of value* and interesting features, but hey, that's still more than the average monthly salary in soooo many countries!

*considering the synthesizer market, especially eurorack