This track made for the KVR One Synth Challenge #182. All sounds made by the free VSTi Charlatan V3. Only DAW and free 3rd party FX used.

DAW: Reaper 7

Track Details:
23 * Charlatan
23 * ReaEq
LFX-1310 (autopan)
OTT
TDR Nova
Twin Delay

Master:
TDRVOS SlickEQ
MSED
Limiter No. 6

Meter:
SPAN
Youlean Loudness Meter

Stats:
LUFS: -14.5
DR: 7

The Charlatan Is Exposed - OSC #182 - Charlatan

As a so-called bedroom producer, I actually thought for a while about whether I should take part in the contest. The songs I've heard so far all sound very good. And the doubts grew after a few sound problems. I gave it a try anyway. Please feel free to contact me about what I can do better! 

DAW: FL Studio
Plugins: Some FL Studio EQs, Limiter (FL), Maximus (FL),  LoudMax, MSED, TDR Nova, TDR Kotelnikov, Valhalla Supermassiv, Youlean Loudness Meter

KvR OSC#182 - Charlatan 3  - 13 Charlatans

_________ The Crooked Cloud Experience Manual® _________

/!\ Please read this before listening to The Crooked Cloud Experience® /!\

1.   Find a comfortable spot to sit or, ideally, lie down.

2.  Put on your Warm And Cozy HeadPhones®. *

3.   Start playing The Crooked Cloud Experience® included with this manual.

4.   The first sound you will hear is The Crooked Cloud Call®.

5.   Turn the volume to its maximum setting** to fully immerse yourself in The Crooked Cloud Call®.

6.   As your heart rate decreases, begin to Deeply Breathe Like A Crooked Cloud®.

7.   The Crooked Cloud Experience® will soon commence.

_________ Side Effects of The Crooked Cloud Experience® _________

1.   You might feel an urge to dance. Resist it. Crooked Clouds® don't dance. Instead, Dance In Your Head®, just like Crooked Clouds® do.

2.   You might feel mild nausea. This is normal; Crooked Clouds® often experience nausea. Just keep Deeply Breathing Like A Crooked Cloud®, and the nausea should subside.

3.   You may experience hallucinations. This is likely unrelated to The Crooked Cloud Experience®. However, The Crooked Cloud Experience® might amplify and improve existing hallucinations.

*  The Warm And Cozy HeadPhones®  accessory is not included with The Crooked Cloud Experience®.

**  The effectiveness of The Crooked Cloud Experience® may be compromised if it is not played at a sufficiently high volume. The Crooked Cloud Experience® disclaims all liability for any hearing damage resulting from the use of this product at elevated volume levels.

Diaseïs - The Crooked Cloud Experience (OSC #182)

YYeet - Trick or Rave

This track was made for the One Synth Challenge 182. All sounds for the track were produced using the free software synth Charlatan 3.

 All synth patches are custom from init.

Charlatan 3 x 26 + built in effects

Ableton stock effects: EQ x 16; Reverb x 3; Utility x 5; Limiter x 4; Echo x 5; Delay x 1

Third party plugins: Loudmax Free and Youlean Loudness Meter 2 Free

Maltoné - Eat Pray Syn(th) -OSC 182

Made for KVR One-Synth-Challenge 182
https://sites.google.com/site/kvrosc/2024/osc-182-charlatan-3

bzz - Hyperspace Charlatans

35-ish Charlatans making noise in Bitwig.

Native bitwig plugins Eq, Compressor, Peak Limiter, Delay+, Reverb, Convolution, Saturator and non native OTT, ValhallaSupermassive

Simanus - Soft Feedback (OSC 182)

My entry for OneSynthChallenge182.

All sounds made with the excellent Charlatan 3 VSTi.

Session Details

REAPER
x20 Charlatan3

x1 Free Clip 2
x1 LoudMax

x1 ThrillseekerVBLmkII
x1 RLC79
x2 Wider
x1 NastyDLAmkIII
x2 epicPLATEmkII
x1 Flux Mini 2
x2 BlueARP
x2 ValhallaSupermassive
x1 Burier
x1 bx_cleansweep
x2 MJUCjr

Feeling Blue (by phankiejankie303)

That´s my entry for OSC#182 Charlatan 3 by BlauKraut Engineering

DAW: Studio One 6.6.0
Synth: 24 x Charlatan 3
DAW FX: Compressor, Limiter, 5x Pro EQ, 3x Autofilter, 4x X-Trem (Pan), Groove Delay, 2x TriComp,BeatDelay, CTC1
Other FX: 2x Solaris, 4x Valhalla Supermassive

Charlatan

Charlatan - KVR OSC #182 - Charlatan 3 By BlauKraut Engineering

This track unfurls an expansive and enigmatic sonic tapestry, inviting listeners into a realm of deep introspection and cosmic exploration. It begins with a minimalist yet commanding presence, built on profound low-frequency hums and crystalline tones that evoke vast, unexplored spaces. As the journey progresses, intricate layers of textured synthesis emerge, evolving into a hypnotic rhythm punctuated by precise, otherworldly percussive elements. The soundscape gradually intensifies, fusing abstract sonic design with a compelling, forward-moving energy, culminating in a powerful, immersive experience. Ideal for futuristic narratives, dramatic sci-fi sequences, or any production requiring a deep, atmospheric, and highly stylized electronic score.

Interstellar Frequencies #32

Where Want & Need Collide finds Archer 23 operating in a familiar yet refined emotional territory: the quiet tension between desire and restraint. The track unfolds with a slow-burn intimacy, drawing the listener into a space where longing is deliberate, measured, and impossible to ignore.

The production leans into atmosphere and subtlety. Rather than relying on overt hooks or dramatic shifts, the song builds its impact through texture, pacing, and controlled dynamics. Each element feels intentional—nothing overreaches, nothing distracts—allowing the emotional weight to surface naturally. The result is a soundscape that feels close and immersive, like a conversation happening just under the surface.

Emotionally, the track resonates because it acknowledges complexity. This isn’t desire for desire’s sake; it’s the moment when want becomes indistinguishable from need. Archer 23 captures that intersection with maturity, presenting romance not as fantasy, but as a lived, internal negotiation. There’s vulnerability here, but also confidence in letting the song breathe.

Where Want & Need Collide stands as a strong example of Archer 23’s ability to translate introspection into mood-driven music. It’s understated, sensual, and reflective—best suited for late hours, quiet spaces, and listeners drawn to music that values nuance over spectacle.

Where Want & Need Collide

Sequential-X 2.0 is not a real person. It’s an AI construct derived from a digital backup copy of my several years younger self. He and I, despite originating from the same group of particles, are now two very different entities, though we both share the same love for music, technology and synthesizers.