Sunday, July 13, 2008
Funkytown Remixed with Old Computer Equipment
YouTube via bd594
"This is a shamless ripoff of James Houston's remix of Radiohead's Nude but I decided to try it for Funkytown by Lipps Inc. I choose Funkytown and only used computers from the early 1980's that were destined for the Junk Yard. This is how I got the idea for Junkytown. I also used a modem but DTMF tones are lousy for musical notes (no harmonics) but I was very lucky to find two notes that did sound good. On your phone punch in 3 3 2 3 and you got the beginning part of the solo and the rest is history. Please note no synthesizer or audio effects were used and all the audio was recorded from either a microphone or direct line. Some of the audio was amplified when it was mixed down because the levels were unusable ie. the printer and modem. The Commodore 64 was used for the main Bass and Guitar. The Ti-99/4A was used for the second part of the solo because of the limitation of DTMF tones. It was tempting to just sample the modem but I did not in order to keep it 100% original. Finally it was difficult to video tape the printer because it kept shaking the table so I looped the printer video in the begining of the video. The printer sometimes caused the harddrive head to shake out of sync so I inserted a screw into the mechinism and this some what helped."
Custom Panel Graphics
You might remember the Buchla 281 clone project from this post, or if you frequent electro-music.com you'd of course remember it from there. I came across an update to the thread by josh, aka topp. I thought it was a good insight into how he created panel graphic for his module.
"so i just wrote someone alot about how i labeled my most recent panel and i thought maybe someone here may find it helpful too. it involves laser transparency paper and spray adhesive... very durable!
1. print the art in reverse [so that the toner will contact the panel and stay protected]
2. cut it to where you have a bit of excess on all sides, maybe 1 1/2" orso
3. tape your painted, drilled and otherwise finished panel down with double-sided tape
4. position your 'decal' properly over the panel
5. tape the top-edge [you could do the side edge too] of it down to your work surface with masking tape while keeping it in position [remember you left some excess]
6. make sure your tape is stuck well, fold the decal back on the tape 'hinge' make sure when you pull it back over the panel, it stays in perfect position [ i learned this simple technique while working in a sign-shop applying vinyl decals to things, i think it is called the 'hinge' technique if you want to look it up]
7. pull it back again, and give the panel and the decal an even coat of spray-adhesive [i used 3M general purp.] let it dry for 10-15 seconds, as the instructions say for a stronger bond
8. then carefully!! fold it back over, keeping the 'hinge' pulled taut, with your thumb,start to 'apply' the transparency like a sticker, use alot of pressure and consistent coverge, side-to-side, continue to lower the decal onto the panel while and keep smoothing it down, don't push too hard where you have holes drilled right now.
9. get it all down, then press hard around all the edges, this is probably the most important part- work FAST! that stuff dries super fast
10. remove the masking tape hinge carefully so that your sheet is all flat, you don't want any resistance.. press the sheet down all over, then press around the holes, keep doing it for like a minute or two-i suppose a rubber mallet might be good to use here if you have one. i don't, i just pressed as hard as i could till i was confident that i could do no more.
11. ok, so it is down and all flat, now let it dry for a while, maybe over night.
12. flip it over and trim the excess off with an exacto knife
13. with fine sandpaper, carefully sand the edges to where there is no transparency protruding over the edges. it might be easiest to tape the sandpaper down flat, and move the panel instead.
14.ok so it is looking nice now right?? remove ALL the gunk from the transparency with denatured alcohol, then with the finest steel-wool you can get, ruff up the surface of the plastic, it will take the glare off it.
15. all that is left is to cut out your holes with an exacto knife. try your hardest not to lift the decal around the holes [use a narrow blade]
ok that's it! maybe a print-shop could do light print with a color-laser printer, or make long prints for rack-panels..
here is a photo of the panel::
josh"
MD sps1- Hand of KoG by PaPyKoG (Brainz in JaRz)
YouTube via aPyKoG. In response to this video.
"A Quirky little numba performed live by PaPyKoG from BrAiNz iN JaRz on a Machinedrum Sps1."
J. M. Jarre - Equinoxe 5 - cover by Yarosystems
YouTube via yarosystems. via fischek.
"30 years "Equinoxe" anniversary cover (1978 - 2008) by Yarosystems. All the vintage synthesizers sounds are emulated on Korg and Novation virtual analog synthesizers in real time. "
RSF Kobol Expander I
images via this auction
"RSF Kobol Expander I - Very rare semimodular synthesizer* Very sought after French semimodular synth from the late 70's.
* 100% analog semimodular synth with two VCO's (each with a separate VCA), one VCF (the famous SSM2040 filter), two Envelopes, LFO, Voltage Processor and Noise.
* Every parameter is fully controllable by CV!
* Endless sound possibilities by itself, or an excellent addition to any modular system like Synthesizers.com, Modcan, MOTM, Moog, Roland and so on.
* Technically in very good condition. Fully working. 230V version."
neil's webbly world
Neil Johnson is the host of the UK SDIY gatherings. You can find a number of projects by Neil including the MIDI Matrix 2, the MSM or Mini Synth Modules, links to music and of course the SDIY UK events on neil's webbly world.
ARP Omni and Omni 2 Resource Page
Click here for an ARP OMNI page by Mark Smart. The page includes:* Common failures on the ARP Omni and Omni 2
* 4075 Filter modification
* Power supply modification
* Imitating ARP string sounds
* ARP slider caps
Steiner Parker Synthacon with Sequencer 151
YouTube via b3nsf
"Just messing around with these babies, totally cool sounding ... Nyle Steiner is the man!"
Steiner Parker Synthacon, Sequencer 151 and Masters Touch
"I thought maybe I'd put 3 Steiner instruments to the test... Sounds dang good."
Metasonix Eurorack Modules
via Eric Barbour of Metasonix on the ModularSynthPanels list:
"Was planning to start making Euro-compatible tube modules for next year. I want to ask around about what people want to see, and I do read every serious suggestion.
One thing I do keep hearing: complaints from many Euro modular owners. They want to buy a new module--but it doesn't "exactly match" the rest of the modules in their system. They want all the modules available to look the same. Supposedly, some of the lesser Euro module makers have trouble selling a module that's black or some other color, other than plain anodized aluminum with black lettering. 'If it doesn't look like a Doepfer, I won't buy it.' Yes, it seems lame, but a LOT of people
assemble large modulars primarily for appearance!
This is a big problem with Euro, MOTM and dotcom. Less of a problem for Frac Rack owners, they don't care so much as long as things are cheap...
On the other hand, I'd like to have yellow color panels. It would look kool. And my stuff would really stand out. But I do need to sell them, and if people won't accept Metasonix yellow, fine, they won't be yellow.
Opinions are welcome."
"Was planning to start making Euro-compatible tube modules for next year. I want to ask around about what people want to see, and I do read every serious suggestion.
One thing I do keep hearing: complaints from many Euro modular owners. They want to buy a new module--but it doesn't "exactly match" the rest of the modules in their system. They want all the modules available to look the same. Supposedly, some of the lesser Euro module makers have trouble selling a module that's black or some other color, other than plain anodized aluminum with black lettering. 'If it doesn't look like a Doepfer, I won't buy it.' Yes, it seems lame, but a LOT of people
assemble large modulars primarily for appearance!
This is a big problem with Euro, MOTM and dotcom. Less of a problem for Frac Rack owners, they don't care so much as long as things are cheap...
On the other hand, I'd like to have yellow color panels. It would look kool. And my stuff would really stand out. But I do need to sell them, and if people won't accept Metasonix yellow, fine, they won't be yellow.
Opinions are welcome."
MOTM-730 demos
http://www.synthtech.com/new_stuff.html"scroll down to the MOTM-730 section, the demos are listed along with some production information. The demos show the divider being used "normally' (to use a master clock to trigger multiple EGs, which then gate the voices through the VCAs) and as a "tone generator" a la Hammond organ (input a high frequency, generate multiples below
and mix together externally).
The last demo is the introduction to Robert Rich's 'Electric Ladder' CD. The divider sequence begins at the 2:00 mark and continues to the end of the snippet. This portion is overdudded 3 times and if you listen carefully you can hear the 3 sets of voices being triggered at the 3 different clock rates. And just for grins, this piece is in JI tuning via the MOTM-650 MIDI-CV."
Metasonix F'cking F'cker amp(2) - NAMM 2008 - Big City Music
YouTube via bigcitymusic
"Here's a video clip we just discovered on our MacBook from NAMM 2008. It shows the prototype Metasonix G-1000, better known as the Fucking Fucker amp being demo'ed at the Big City Music booth with a Future Retro XS synthesizer running into it. Ripping good sound, huh? The amp is really meant to be used as a guitar amp but - well gee, what the heck.
http://www.bigcitymusic.com
http://www.myspace.com/bigcitymusicdo...
http://www.bigcitymusicblog.blogspot.com"
SPS-1 Live Tweak
YouTube via zibbybone. "Edit sounds faster by pushing down knobs as you turn them."
MFOS Sequencer and my 4 Step sequencer
YouTube via dolphinicus
"This is a short introduction to my Ray Wilson MFOS Sequencer build, playing along with my 4 step rotary switch 1 volt / octave sequencer as well as my Liquid Hihat module being played. - July 2008"
ARP, Moog, and Heather.
YouTube via AutomaticGainsay
"Heather travels thousands of miles to play a few impromptu selections on analog synths."
MONOTONIC LABS LR55 Analog Synth Effects
via this auction"The Type-LR55 Synthesizer contains a 4-step sequencer and a voltage controlled oscillator. The sequencer can be triggered by internal or external clock sources. The format for external clock sources is an analog metronome or “click” signal; however other signals (like electric guitars) can be used to cause crazy effects.The internal clock is manually controlled with a potentiometer with speeds ranging from the very, very slow, to the extremely fast. The voltage controlled oscillator is similar to the Type U73 synthesizer which can be frequency and pulse width modulated. A unique feature of this circuit is the “stepped tones” that are created when the pulse width exceeds the period of the output allowing the user to play several “notes” with minimal manipulation. We offer a one year factory warranty for parts and labor and will ship world wide. The unit is powered by a 9 volt battery (included) which has a very extensive operating life."
Sound Clips
http://www.monotoniclabs.com/
ROLAND MSQ 700
images via this auction
"It runs off a Roland 2-prong power cable which is not included in the auction (but these are easy to get). In 1984 Roland released an 8-track MIDI sequencer called the MSQ-700. Weighing in at 11 lbs it looked like half of a TR909. The MSQ-700 is an 8-track sequencer that holds up to 6,500 notes that can be stored on one of the 8 tracks. Several functions of the MSQ-700 include a chain function, multi-track function, overdubbing and a merge function. The MSQ700 is a very reliable and robust design which will survive for decades. It is based around a Z80 micro-processor. There are 2 circuit boards, one is mounted to the front panel and contains the controls, the other is mounted to the base plate and is the main digital board. Use it to control your TR-909 or JUNO keyboard. The MSQ-700 is compatible with both MIDI and Roland's proprietary DCB sync methods. Today the MSQ-700 is a very useful sequencer for storing 8 short sequencer loops, with all the advantages of hardware control. Lots of knobs and switches! Its immediacy makes it a creative tool."
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