Blofeld Bounce by Birds in Branches
"Another one, blofeld desktop (no sample upgrade) for everything, including drums.
Basic compression and mix eq only.
I never used to make 'single synth' tracks, but it is too much fun to resist with the Blofeld.
Listening back, I don't think there is any FM, Comb Filters or even many Wavetables. So it's almost a virtual analog demo. I guess these things sound great even when ignoring the advanced tricks.
Find that download button, it sounds better as a proper 192kb/s mp3, only 7.7mb.
Cheers,
Adam."
Tip: "One pleasant surprise was found in multimode when mapping some CC's from my nord stage knobs to control blofeld parameters in realtime. I can use the blofeld knobs to edit one part at a time, while the midi CC's make the changes to all parts at once."
Thursday, January 14, 2010
NAMM: Mungo Enterprises State Zero
Some official info of the Mungo modular pictured here and here are up on the Mungo Enterprises Website. Click the image.
Highlights
* 8 notes of polyphony
* Standalone hardware
* 4 Oscillators per note
* 4 Filters per note
* Hardwood enclosure and lid
Patching
* Anything-to-anything patching
* Programmable normalling
* Real 3.5mm patch cables
* Unlimited routes
* Stored in memory
You'll find some samples at the bottom of the State Zero product page here.
RIP Dannie Flesher, Wax Trax Cofounder
This one in via Brandt. Anyone familiar with Wax Trax knows the influence the label has had on the world of synths.Full obit by Greg Kot on Turn it Up in The Chicago Tribune here.
"Dannie Flesher, who oversaw the internationally acclaimed Wax Trax record store and label in Chicago during the ‘80s and ‘90s, has died at age 58."
image: Wax Trax co-founders Dannie Flesher (left) and Jim Nash
NintendoN! modified Drum Machine Test
YouTube via ONhardwarehacking
"On! Hardware Hacking & Circuit Bending Inc."
NAMM: NAMM Pics via synchro1
more pics here
Pictured here:
Two Surfin Kangaroo step sequencers
Eurorack on the left
Mungo State Zero
Waldorf Zarenbourg EP
TipTop Audio Modular
Update: some highlights from synchro1: "- *THE* highlight was seeing someone tinkering with a prototype module for a demo and realizing it was Mike Brown [Livewire] and the expander modulefor the AFGs. Mike looks well and it was great to speak with him again.
- new digital polyphonic synth from Mungo [State Zero]. Very intriguing and lots of modular possibilities as almost everything has external CV capability. Great ergonometric design, sound (in noisy NAMM environment) reminded me a bit of my SunSyn. And it is quite expensive but there is an awful lot in there. Number of photos at the link below.
- Bob Amstadt is showing the new LP-2 MINI Looper [Looperlative]. Essentially a single channel mono looper with many of the abilities of the amazing LP-1.- Monorocket cases look great.
- Make Noise X/Y sequencer and capacitance-sensitive keypads are very intriguing - ordered 2 of the keypad modules.
- Flight of Harmony Sound of Shadows on display but did not have a chance to play with it yet."
LABELS/MORE:
Featured,
Flight of Harmony,
Livewire,
Metasonix,
Monorocket,
mungo,
NAMM,
Surfin Kangaroo,
TipTop Audio,
Waldorf
Setting Up External Drum Rack Mapping in Ableton Live
via Acid Box Blues where you'll find the details. "This is a blog post I've put together about using drum racks in live and external midi drum machines/drum synths I've used it for my drumstation and my korg er1 but it could be easily adapted for my roland tr707 or if someone owned a nice 909 perhaps or other midi drum gear"Update: link above fixed. Moving this to the top so people see it.
NAMM: NAMM Pics via fdiskc
click here for the first set. A ton of shots are up and I'm guessing more is coming.
Pictured here:
Mungo Enterprises State Zero
Make Noise
The Harvestman and Doepfer
http://tiptopaudio.com/
flight of harmony
auralesque semi-modular synthesizer
YouTube via Moogulator
"the auralesque is a semi modular synth, sort of personal customisation by "smoo" shown at our first modular meeting "happy knobbing" 2006. link and more data http://www.sequencer.de/blog/?p=17 by synthesizer database"
Microtonal tuning with Silent Way Voice Controller
YouTube via expertsleepers
"Demo of using microtonal tunings with the Expert Sleepers Silent Way Voice Controller."
NOT NAMM: OTO Biscuit
This one in via Navs. Not sure when info on this came out, so I'll give it the NOT NAMM tag as I'm sure it will be new to some including me.Via SchneidersBuero:
"BISCUIT is a stereo sound effect processor. Thanks to a subtle blend of 8-bit digital and analog processing, BISCUIT is able to create a wide range of sounds. It goes from 8-bit character and lo-fi digital artefacts to numeric distortions. BISCUIT is very useful to add depth and texture to any kind of electronic sounds. It works best with synthesizers (digital or analog), bassline, drum machines, loops, samplers or computers, but you can use it with any other sources. BISCUIT is basically an enhanced bit depth and sample-rate reducer, known as "bitcrusher", followed by an analog filter and a simple mixing section (dry/wet). It also offers other features like removing or inverting each of the 8 bits, changing the sample rate from 250Hz to 30kHz, or adding one of the four effects (waveshaper, delay, pitch shifter and step filter). Biscuit is MIDI compatible. You can save the whole BISCUIT settings (potentiometers and switches) in 16 presets. A SysEx dump function let you save and recall as many presets you want on your computer. Features • Stereo inputs and outputs • Input gain from -? to 15 dB with diode clipping • Real 8-bit Analog to Digital and Digital to Analog converters • Unique capability of muting and inverting each of the 8 bits • Variable sample clock from 250 Hz to 30 kHz • True analog multimode filter with resonance control • FX section: Waveshaper, Delay, Pitch Shifter and Step Filter • Separate control of dry and 8-bit signals • 16 presets • MIDI : Continuous Controller, Beat Clock, Program Change and Sysex for presets • True relay Bypass • Rugged metallic Neutrik© jacks • Built like a tank: Thick metal case and strong build • Dimensions: 190mm x 60mm x 117mm / 7.48" x 2.36" x 4.60" (W x D x H) • Weight: 580g / 1.27 lbs"
Video and MySpace:
ELECTRA MELODICA by Hohner from 1967
Note: Auction links are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.
via this auction
Translation via Matthias:
"This is not just an amplified Melodica - even sound synthesis is done completely electronically. While the outside looks like a normal melodica, this is in fact one of the first monophonic analog synthesizers - with a wind controller: a diaphragm is moved and more or less covers a photocell, which controls the volume envelope of the sound.
6 different tone colours can be set, along with a switchable band-pass filter to give the sound an I-, A- or U-staining. These filters can be altered with a continuous push-button according to a wah-wah effect (curiously labeled "bow-wow"). Through a 5-stop octave switch the scope of the 3-octave keyboard can be expanded to 8 octaves. There is also a vibrato effect with adjustable amplitude and frequency. 2 knobs are used to tune the instrument (pitch and splay).
This belongs to an external power supply-amplifier combination, which already own some preying and looks like a Fritz Lang movie.
The Electra Melodica was used in 1968 by the band "The Lovin 'Spoonful," but was probably too innovative for its time, so that a total of only 600 units were produced. The major weakness was the sensitive membrane, which got broken soon in many instruments.
This copy will not only work, but is also in surprisingly good condition - it was apparently played little. On the exterior there are almost no scratches, only the lettering is rubbed off a little. The interior is clean, all controls are working properly without scratching. Of course, all the keys work. In the upper quarter of the keyboard 4 keys sound about a semitone too high. However, these can be tuned - the curcuit board contains a trim potentiometer for each key.
The complete range of accessories is available: Connection cable Melodica - power supply / amplifier, output cable (6.3 mm jack), power cord, leather shoulder strap, 2 different mouthpieces, replacement lamps for photo diode and operating lights. All this is housed in a beautiful, sturdy case."
via this auction
Translation via Matthias:
"This is not just an amplified Melodica - even sound synthesis is done completely electronically. While the outside looks like a normal melodica, this is in fact one of the first monophonic analog synthesizers - with a wind controller: a diaphragm is moved and more or less covers a photocell, which controls the volume envelope of the sound.
6 different tone colours can be set, along with a switchable band-pass filter to give the sound an I-, A- or U-staining. These filters can be altered with a continuous push-button according to a wah-wah effect (curiously labeled "bow-wow"). Through a 5-stop octave switch the scope of the 3-octave keyboard can be expanded to 8 octaves. There is also a vibrato effect with adjustable amplitude and frequency. 2 knobs are used to tune the instrument (pitch and splay).
This belongs to an external power supply-amplifier combination, which already own some preying and looks like a Fritz Lang movie.
The Electra Melodica was used in 1968 by the band "The Lovin 'Spoonful," but was probably too innovative for its time, so that a total of only 600 units were produced. The major weakness was the sensitive membrane, which got broken soon in many instruments.
This copy will not only work, but is also in surprisingly good condition - it was apparently played little. On the exterior there are almost no scratches, only the lettering is rubbed off a little. The interior is clean, all controls are working properly without scratching. Of course, all the keys work. In the upper quarter of the keyboard 4 keys sound about a semitone too high. However, these can be tuned - the curcuit board contains a trim potentiometer for each key.
The complete range of accessories is available: Connection cable Melodica - power supply / amplifier, output cable (6.3 mm jack), power cord, leather shoulder strap, 2 different mouthpieces, replacement lamps for photo diode and operating lights. All this is housed in a beautiful, sturdy case."
M-Z3R0 - Circuit bent Casio MT-100 - (part 1 of 3) - subtle delay and ambience
YouTube via manufacturedZ3R0
"Subtle delay applied to the piano preset building into drifting ambinence.
The setup of this MT was inspired by the works of Coil, Navicon torture technologies, Recoil, year zero era NIN and Nurse with wound."
M-Z3R0 - Circuit bent Casio MT-100 - (part 2 of 3) - degrader drone distortion, bass and beats
"Some of the more traditional MT-100 bends applied. Drum, lead, rhythm boosters/mute etc. With an embedded drone distortion mod active to really mess things up.
The setup of this MT was inspired by the works of Coil, Navicon torture technologies, Recoil, year zero era NIN and Nurse with wound."
M-Z3R0 - circuit bent Casio MT-100 - (part 3 of 3) - Ambience and rhythmical noise
"Trippy atmospheres with the embedded delay.
The setup of this MT was inspired by the works of Coil, Navicon torture technologies, Recoil, year zero era NIN and Nurse with wound."
Arturia Origin 1.1 - Neue MIDI Controller / MIDI Mapping
YouTube via tomesoTV
"Kurze Übersicht über die neuen MIDI-Funktionen des Arturia Origin mit Firmware 1.1. Weitere Infos unter: www.origin.arturia.de"
Oberheim four voice
YouTube via AnalogSweden
"Playing the freshly calibrated and serviced Oberheim Four Voice from Analog Sweden. For sale.
First playing around with the polyphonic programmer and then with SEM number 1.
visit www.analogsweden.com for more info on analog gear - repairs, mods, studio, for sale"
Roland JUNO-6 Analog vintage synth
via this auction"exact same sound as the JUNO 60 (voice board for the Juno 6 and juno 60 are the same.
Juno 60 and juno 6 sound exactly the same except the Juno 60 has patch memory. The juno 106 has patch memory and portamento but lacks the arppegiator!
This item is 100v 50/60hz. you may need a power converter depending on your country.
Roland Manuals FTP Site"
ARP 2600 analog synthesizer with 3604 keyboard
Youtube via theonlylarrytheo.
via this auction
"A short, more or less tonal improvisation on a vintage ARP 2600 analog synthesizer."
MU-TRON BI-PHASE
via this auction"Mutron Bi-Phase with pedal, circa 1977. a/c powered. Two independent phase shifters housed in a large silver box with big knobs. The worlds largest phase shifter! Settings include independent control over 2 phasors, 2 sweep generators with rate and shape (~ wave or square wave), manual or pedal option, Phasor A with depth and feedback plus gen 1 or pedal switch for sweep. Phasor B has more controls. Depth and feedback plus sweep sync option of norm or rev(erse) and sweep option of either gen1, gen2 or ped(al) and Phasor B input consisting of inA, outA or inB! Giant placards that fit over the housing include red marked settings for 3 effects examples: Stereo Phasing, Super Phasing and Two-Speed Phasing! This unit delivers the quintessential phasing sounds used in the 70's from the airplane-type whooshing sounds to the slow wide flanger-type effects. Adds fatness to clean sounds, great for ballad arpeggiating picking styles all the way to thickening an already distorted sound for added effect. Muted picking on power chords with gain to disco era octaves, this one delivers the goods. Plus, two-speed phasing yields some funkitized possibilities. Set one phasor slow and the other fast and the skies the limit. A favorite setting is the leslie cabinet sound from fast rate and moderate setting with little to no feedback. Then there's the classic setting of slower rate with much depth and feedback for reaching spatial territories! A quick way back to 1975 or ahead to 2050!"
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Stompolin
YouTube via mikerotondo
"When the guitar is too sexy and the piano makes too much sense, it's time to stick a bunch of sensors to your body with electrical tape and plug it all into your computer!
This is the Stompolin, and I made it at a Physical Interaction Design workshop at CCRMA (http://ccrma.stanford.edu) this summer.
How it works:
There's a small electret microphone attached to my foot, and two bend sensors on my arm: one in my elbow, and one on my finger. The signals from each of these are routed through an Arduino microcontroller into a Max/MSP patch.
The microphone output is routed through a percussion follower, and impulses (like stomps) trigger the instrument's tone generation. The sound of the instrument is created by a a plucked string model and some ADSR'd harmonized sine waves. If the impulse picked up by the mic is heavy in high frequencies, the sound is captured and "granulated" around a bit at a random interval.
The bend sensor on my finger controls the pitch of the tones, and the elbow controls the cutoff frequency of a low-pass filter. When the pitch is being actively modulated by finger movement, the tone slides smoothly across frequencies, but when the finger is moved more slowly or stopped, the pitch is quantized to tones of a major scale."
NAMM: Teenage Engineering OP-1 Videos
NAMM 2010 REHEARSAL
YouTube via teenageengineering
"OP-1 rehearsal at the NAMM show 2010!"
Booth set up at The Namm Show 2010
late night playing the OP-1 at the motel in anaheim!!
more late night performance with the OP-1 at the motel in anaheim!!
Late night session with the OP-1
playing an awseome solo on the OP-1 at the motel in Anaheim!!
Tape!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
YouTube via teenageengineering
"OP-1 rehearsal at the NAMM show 2010!"
Booth set up at The Namm Show 2010
late night playing the OP-1 at the motel in anaheim!!
more late night performance with the OP-1 at the motel in anaheim!!
Late night session with the OP-1
playing an awseome solo on the OP-1 at the motel in Anaheim!!
Tape!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
NOT NAMM: Tom Oberheim SEM to Ship in Europe
via StromKult"We are very happy to announce, that Mr. Tom Oberheim has choosen us to become his partner on selling his famous SEM modules in Europe now. Because the number of units that we can get is quite limited, we had to agree that they will be sold from us to the endcustomers only. A first shipment with patchpanel units is on the way to us already, see more on tomoberheim.com."
NAMM: ROLAND ANNOUNCES OCTAPAD SPD-30
"Los Angeles, CA, January 14, 2010 — Roland is proud to announce the OCTAPAD™ SPD-30 digital percussion pad. Featuring eight trigger pads, built-in sounds, multi-effects, and external trigger inputs, the OCTAPAD SPD-30 is the perfect portable electronic percussion instrument for any playing application.Using the latest trigger technology from Roland’s industry-leading V-Drums®, the pads on the OCTAPAD SPD-30 feature an extremely natural and responsive playing feel. The eight separate trigger surfaces provide superior dynamic response, trigger consistency over a pad’s entire surface, and the elimination of crosstalk.
The OCTAPAD SPD-30 includes 50 kits and hundreds of cutting-edge drum and percussion sounds. Powerful onboard effects include 30 types of multi-effects that can be used on individual kits, and Ambience with an Equalizer and Limiter that can be applied to the overall OCTAPAD SPD-30 sound.
The Phrase Loop recording feature allows the player to loop record sounds in real time, and then overdub additional parts or sounds. With the ability to record three parts per phrase, Phrase Loop is a powerful creative tool for live performance and recording.
With its large backlit LCD and intuitive interface, navigating menus and editing parameters on the OCTAPAD SPD-30 is extremely easy. The pads also feature illuminated LEDs, helpful for performing in low-light settings.
The external trigger/control inputs allow players to connect additional pads, and a hi-hat controller to create a powerful yet portable mini-electronic kit. The OCTAPAD SPD-30 is also compatible with Roland RT-Series acoustic drum triggers, creating additional options for drummers who want to add electronics to their acoustic drum set.
In addition, the OCTAPAD SPD-30 has USB connectivity for both data backup and MIDI allowing players to expand their recording capabilities with personal computers. Standard MIDI connections are also included, allowing connection to external sound modules, samplers and other MIDI devices.
For more information, please visit www.RolandConnect.com."
Update: videos:
NAMM: New Roland Octapad SPD-30 Videos
YouTube via Stormin3ss
"The new Roland Octapad SPD-30 from
the NAMM 2010.
Michael Schack
Roland Info:
Rolands original Octapad profoundly changed the landscape of electronic percussion. The size of a briefcase, the Octapad offered drummers and percussionists the equivalent of an entire electronic rig in one self-contained unit — a new level of convenience and expression. Today, decades later, an exciting new chapter in Octapad history begins. The SPD-30 blends the worlds most essential sounds with the latest triggering technology in a road-tough package thats ready for the most demanding performers. * Packed with new percussion sounds from around the world, plus 30 types of multi-effects * The latest pad-sensing technology developed for V-Drums provides even and accurate pad triggering with excellent isolation between pads * Four dual-trigger inputs plus hi-hat controller for adding pads to create a mini kit, or for accepting triggers from acoustic drums * Phrase Loop function inspires your creativity; record your playing in real time and overdub up to three layers * USB connectivity for MIDI and memory storage * Large backlit LCD and pad indicator lights for easy operation onstage or in any environment * Rugged, road-worthy design
Sound Bank
Unlike the original Octapad PAD-8, which was strictly a MIDI controller, the Octapad SPD-30 is a controller thats packed with its own internal bank of sounds. Fifty kits are built into the SPD-30 — essential sounds that span a musical universe of styles. You can customize the sounds with the onboard controls for tuning, muffling, attack, pitch sweep, and more. Its like having a truckload of customizable drum and percussion instruments in one portable package.
Multi-Effects
Based on Rolands world-leading effects technology, the SPD-30s multi-effects engine will take your performances to another level. There are 30 types of internal multi-effects onboard, plus EQ, limiter, and seven Ambience types.
Phrase Loop Function
The onboard Phrase Loop function lets you instantly create layered loops and phrases. You can record and store 50 phrases internally, with each containing up to three layers. You can also save your phrase data to optional USB memory.
Advanced Triggering Technology
The Octapad SPD-30 benefits from Rolands most advanced V-Drum triggering technology. Each pad is a separate, isolated unit, providing the ultimate in sensitivity with complete crosstalk rejection. In addition, you can connect four dual-trigger inputs plus a hi-hat controller (compatible with Roland FD-8, VH-11) to create a mini drum set with external pads (Roland KD / PD / PDX / CY series), as well as to accept triggers from acoustic drums through Rolands RT series."
via Lewis.72 of Resonant Filter in the comments.
NAMM: ROLAND ANNOUNCES KC-110 STEREO KEYBOARD AMPLIFIER
"Los Angeles, CA, January 14, 2010 — The latest addition to Roland’s industry-leading KC-Series keyboard amplifier lineup is the KC-110 Stereo Keyboard Amplifier. It combines two industry firsts for a portable keyboard amp—AA battery-powered operation and true stereo sound—with a host of additional features that make it flexible for a variety of performance applications.The KC-110 features 30 watts of stereo power driving two 6.5" woofers and two tweeters. Most modern keyboards feature stereo sound output, and the KC-110 enables musicians to experience the full, rich stereo sound of their instruments while using a small amp. Power can be supplied with eight AA batteries (including NiMH rechargeable types) or AC power, and there’s even a removable battery case for quick and easy battery replacement.
Featuring a multi-channel mixer with a Mic/Line input, two stereo inputs, and two AUX inputs for connecting devices such as MP3 or CD players, this versatile amplifier is suitable for compact PA applications as well as keyboards. High-quality stereo digital effects are also built in, allowing performers to sweeten their sound with reverb, chorus, or a special “wide” chorus effect.
Compact size, battery operation, and superb stereo sound make the KC-110 the perfect portable keyboard amp for nearly any playing situation, from primary amplification duty in intimate settings such as coffee houses, restaurants, or street performances to personal monitoring on large stages. The KC-110 also features an integrated tilt stand for enhanced sound projection, as well as a pole mount for use with the optional ST-A95 speaker stand when maximum coverage is needed.
The KC-110 is scheduled to ship in February with a suggested retail price of $499.00. For more information, please visit www.RolandConnect.com."
Waldor Blofeld Mod: Adding SPDIF
via Répa on the Waldorf list.pdf here
mirrored here for the archives
"Blofeld connected via USB and controlled by Ableton Live, audiowise connected via an TOSLINK cable (1) to the digital mixer (2) – you may see on the tiny display (3) that there’s input on CH11/12 and that the correspondent Channel Vol is set at middle (4) and that S/PDIF is enabled for this channel (5)"
Admin: NAMM Posts
Regular posts are going up. Remember you can click on the NAMM link on the top right of the menu at the top of the site to filter in just NAMM posts.
spectre (live)
YouTube via modulogeek
"Live version of my submitted track for the Monome Community Remix Project v2. Also features the sexy monome 64 grayscale edition which I am very excited about!
Did many takes before arriving with a satisfactory version... even then I didn't know how to properly end the damn thing!
As usual, played using MLRV rewired to Ableton Live 8. Effects triggered via Akai LPD8 (off-camera).
An mp3 of the "studio version" of this tune can be found here:
http://soundcloud.com/modulogeek/spectre"
the beginning of a beautiful friendship (monome pages jam)
"New tune (November 01, 2009) and first time jammed with my recently acquired monome 40h (see http://monome.org/series ). This live jam uses Ableton Live and the monome pages patch.
All loops and samples created and recorded into Ableton Live.
This tune can be played and downloaded from my soundcloud page:
http://soundcloud.com/modulogeek/"
NAMM: KORG KAOSSILATOR PRO
"KORG KAOSSILATOR PRO
Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer/Loop Recorder
Announcing the KAOSSILATOR PRO – a supercharged version of the palm-sized KAOSSILATOR, reborn as a powerful track-making tool and loaded with live performance power.
As a trailblazer among the "instrumental gadgets" that allowed anyone to easily create melodies and phrases, the KAOSSILATOR gained a strong and dedicated user base, even among those without any performing experience. Today, the KAOSSILATOR continues to be enormously popular. Retaining these revolutionary features – while adding a wide variety of new ones as well – is the new KAOSSILATOR PRO. With 200 sound programs, a new Electribe-inspired gate arpeggiator, and four loop recording banks that can even record external audio sources, the KAOSSILATOR PRO is packed with features that make it ideal for both live performance and premium productions. In addition, USB connectivity with your computer and SD card memory storage allow the KAOSSILATOR PRO to be used not just for improvised performances, but also as a superbly intuitive, track-making music production tool.
Main features
* KAOSS X-Y touchpad offers intuitive, realtime control
* 200 sounds covering modern synth sounds such as lead and bass, and diverse acoustic sounds from piano to trumpet and beyond
* PCM samples provide dramatic drum kits and ready to rock percussion patterns
* Vocoder programs deliver scintillating vocal effects
* Access up to eight of your favorite sounds instantly using the assignable Program Memory buttons
* Loop Recording can layer both internal Program sounds and external audio overdubs
* Four Loop Record Banks each allow up to four measures of loop recording, with easy muting that allows expressive realtime layering and DJ-Style re-mixing – ideal for live performance.
* Gate Arpeggiator repeatedly triggers sounds in sync with the tempo. The slider controls either the gate time or gate speed.
* Choose a key and select one of 31 musical scales to easily create musical phrases. Limit the X-Y pad's note range for even more control
* Loop data, user settings and Program Memories can be stored on SD card
* Dedicated software lets you manage loop data, MIDI assignments, and user settings from your computer
* Performs double-duty as a MIDI controller for external equipment or software applications
NAMM: Keyboard Magazine Flickr Shots
flickr set by keyboardmag(click for more)
Pitcured here:
New Moog Taurus Pedals
Infinite Response VAX77 Red and Yellow folded
"Ernie Rideout and Stephen Fortner pal around with Alicia Keys at a Yamaha event."
Also see http://keyboardmag.com/
NAMM: History of Moog at NAMM 2010
YouTube via nsputnik
"Here is a display at NAMM 2010 with various historical documents and hardware relating to Moog. Music: "Minimoog's Heart" by LoCut. http://www.jamendo.com/en/a..."
NAMM: Update to Yamaha Tenori-On Firmware
Not sure if this one actually is NAMM, but I haven't posted the details so here they are. Previous post mentioning an update was coming posted back on Nov 5 here."Content of Update
1 - Tighter operation
Through internal software refinements the Yamaha engineers have successfully improved the overall processing performance, giving the Tenori-On player the experience of a ‘tighter’ and more instantaneous real-time performance instrument.
2 - Improved MIDI sync
A high percentage of Tenori-On owners use their instrument in conjunction with a computer-based DAW. This combination gives maximum sonic versatility. The new Version 2.0 firmware now responds to the F2 MIDI Song Position Pointer message allowing it to be seamlessly integrated into all popular DAW systems.
3 - Global Mute
Its now simple to Globally Mute the Tenori-On audio output for all tracks by using R4 and L1 top panel buttons. This allows performers, especially when using the Tenori-On with a DAW, to create dramatic mutes (and unmutes) via shortcut keys, without having to enter the deeper menu architecture of the Tenori-On.
4 - Reset Loop Timing
When changing loop speeds and accessing the unique Tenori-On layer loop points, its possible to have different tracks running out of sync with each other. This can create a unique musical feel however, at some musical moment, its good to be able to reset all loop points. In the original Tenori-On firmware this feature was buried deep within the menu structures however, with Version 2.0, this is now available from the top panel buttons. Simply by hitting the combination of L4 and R1 all tracks will reset to their original loop timing points.
5 - User Scale
A feature that has been highly requested by the Tenori-On enthusiasts is the ability to expand and edit the instruments global note scaling. Rather than being confined to a range of 16 consecutive notes per layer, its now possible to create a global ‘User Scale’ allowing different notes from different octaves to be accessed and sequenced within one single layer. This new function will open up many new musical dimensions for the Tenori-On player as any note can now be assigned to a layer.
6 - Swing
With a new ‘Swing’ function implemented in Version 2.0 its now possible to give the entire instrument a new level of musical ‘feel’. With a -23/+23 swing parameter its also possible to fine tune this ‘feel’ using the jog wheel in real-time. The new Swing feature is especially creative when Slaved to an external DAW as it allows the Tenori-On to swing while the DAW remains rigid."
NAMM: New Dave Smith Instruments Mopho Keyboard
Looks like Russ got it right in the comments of this post. Image is sure to come. If you have one, send it in. Nothing on the Dave Smith Instruments site yet.Update: image via Keyboard Magazine's flickr set
via jabrockson in the comments.
http://keyboardmag.com/
Update: another image below. This one via Peff's Photos on FB.Update more pics via Synchro1
NAMM: Waldorf Largo v1.5
Announced here and previously, but thought it was worth a note for NAMM.Waldorf Largo v1.5 is on the homepage for NAMM.
Update: A second "unofficial" demo added to this post.
NAMM: ROLAND ANNOUNCES VP-7 VOCAL PROCESSOR
"Los Angeles, CA, January 14, 2010 — Now every keyboardist, regardless of vocal ability, can sing with the new VP-7 Vocal Processor from Roland. This portable processor sets up quickly on top of keyboards with free panel space and creates ensemble vocal sounds with a variety of PCM-based vocal sounds, or with Roland’s superior Vocal Designer® technology.For keyboardists who want lush vocal backing tracks without singing into a microphone, the compact VP-7 includes four rich and expressive human voice sounds — Female Choir, Boys Choir, Gregorian Choirs and Jazz Scat — just by playing the keyboard.
Utilizing Vocal Designer technology derived from Roland’s Vocal & Ensemble keyboards, the VP-7 has three Vocal Designer algorithms that can automatically generate multi-voice backing harmonies that sing the same lyrics as a performer sings into the included DR-HS5 headset microphone. Keyboardists that sing lead vocals can blend the VP-7’s sounds with their own voice to create impressive backing. Or, when harmonizing with a lead vocalist, the VP-7’s sound can be blended with the live vocal harmony or used with 100% processing. The Vocoder button also lets you instantly switch to a vintage vocoder.
The VP-7’s super-simple interface features large, quick-access buttons and knobs, so it’s easy to call up preset sounds and adjust blends on the fly. Onboard ambience effects sweeten the sound with the twist of a knob, while a handy mute switch lets the user bring the VP-7’s processing in and out with the push of a button.
The VP-7 is scheduled to ship in May. For more information, please visit www.RolandConnect.com."
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