New Optigan Disc, Giallo, Inspired By Italian B-Movie Soundtracks

Optigan.com has introduced a new sound disc for the Optigan and Panoptigon, GIALLO, created in collaboration with German music producer Hainbach.

Here’s what they have to say about it:

“GIALLO is a genre of B-movies that was popular in 1970s Italy and found a cult following among cineasts. These cheap horror and thriller flicks featured soundtracks that were as raw as they were fantastic. This disc pays homage to their shocking and ghostly sound.

A fan of the sound, Hainbach recorded two rare Italian synthesizers, the Farfisa Polychrome and the Elgam Carousel. Made with varispeed in mind, this disc adds a dark shimmer to your own scores.”

Features:

Chords:
Arpeggios and bass from the original groove box, the Elgam Carousel. As spooky as a fairground at midnight.

Keys:
Described as the queen of all string machines, the Farfisa Polychrome features a unique chorus setting that is absolutely haunting.

SFX:
1 – Ensemble Modern Mega Triangle
2 – Carousel Rock Beat
3 – Carousel Afro Beat
4 – Carousel R’n’B
5 – Carousel Beguine

Pricing and Availability:

GIALLO is available now for $89 USD.

2 thoughts on “New Optigan Disc, Giallo, Inspired By Italian B-Movie Soundtracks

  1. Weird how he uses rare Italian synths, while these movies’ amazing wild soundtracks were made with whatever was available.

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