"I Dream of Wires: Hardcore Edition" 2013 Official Trailer

"I Dream of Wires: Hardcore Edition" 2013 official trailer from I Dream Of Wires on Vimeo.

"I Dream of Wires" (IDOW) is an upcoming, independent documentary film about the phenomenal resurgence of the modular synthesizer - exploring the passions, obsessions and dreams of people who have dedicated part of their lives to this esoteric electronic music machine. Written and directed by Robert Fantinatto, with Jason Amm (Ghostly International recording artist Solvent) serving as producer and co-writer, IDOW is set to receive it's festival premiere, May 2013.

Preceding IDOW's official theatrical release, we will be releasing this special, extended cut: "I Dream Of Wires (Hardcore Edition)" (IDOW-HE) will be released independently on BluRay / 2xDVD, and shipped to all IndieGoGo and pre-order customers, June 2013. IDOW-HE is for the hardcore modular synthesizer and electronic music fanatics, and will run approximately 4 hours long (!).

IDOW-HE is a strictly limited-edition item, available to order exclusively through idreamofwires.org from 2/11 - 5/31, 2013. It's bound to sell out in pre-orders, so don't sleep...
IDOW-HE BluRay / 2xDVD is available to pre-order now:
http://idreamofwires.org/order

"Themogene (I Dream Of Wires theme)", from the forthcoming IDOW original soundtrack album by Solvent, is available to listen/download in its entirety via Ghostly International on Soundcloud:
https://soundcloud.com/ghostly/solvent-themogene

Additional music/sounds featured in this trailer: Container, Jack Dangers (Meat Beat Manifesto), Richard Devine, John Elliott (Spectrum Spools/ex-Emeralds), Gert Jalass (Moon Modular), Richard Lainhart, Solvent, Jon Sonnenberg (Travelogue), Keith Fullerton Whitman.

"Who said that?" (in order of appearance): Brad Garton, Dean Batute, Maggie Payne, Bernie Krause, William Maginnis, Terry Pender, Jack Dangers (Meat Beat Manifesto), Benge (John Foxx and the Maths), Vince Clarke (Erasure), Daniel Miller (Mute Records), David Kronemeyer, Jon Sonnenberg (Travelogue), Carl Craig, James Holden, Richard Devine, Luke Abbott, Tony Rolando (Make Noise), Flood, Trent Reznor (NiN/How To Destroy Angels), Dieter Doepfer, Dominic Butler (Factory Floor), Paul Schreiber (Synthesis Technology/MOTM), David Kronemeyer, Eric Barbour (Metasonix), George Mattson, William Mathewson (WMD), Tony Rolando, Eric Barbour, Daniel Miller, Drew Neumann, John Elliott (Spectrum Spools/ex-Emeralds), Andreas Schneider (SchneidersBuero), Eric Barbour, Scott Jaeger (The Harvestman), Andreas Schneider, Dieter Doepfer, Chris Carter (X-TG/Chris & Cosey), Charlie Clouser, Danjel Van Tijn (Intellijel), John Tejada, Drumcell, Legowelt, Alessandro Cortini (SONOIO/ex-NiN), John Foxx, Deadmau5, James Husted (Synthwerks), Paul Barker (Malekko/ex-Ministry), Container, Cevin Key (Skinny Puppy), Robert A.A. Lowe, Trent Reznor, Gur Milstein (TipTop Audio), Gary Numan.

http://idreamofwires.org
http://vimeo.com/idreamofwires 
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hexinverter.net batteryACID (I Dream of Wires edition)

"Introducing...

hexinverter.net batteryACID (I Dream of Wires edition)

Eurorack format DISTORTION / COMPRESSION module.

batteryACID is a unique voltage controlled analogue distortion module for musical synthesis. It is loosely based on the infamous MXR Distortion Plus guitar pedal which acid house musicians have taken to processing distorted acid basslines and other synthesizer textures through.

Where batteryACID differs greatly from its guitar pedal counterparts is that it has been designed to have voltage control of the distortion amount. This makes it right at home in a modular analogue synthesizer, as fun modulation of the distortion parameter is of course possible! It sounds great on synth leads, basslines and of course drums!

For anyone that might be familiar with the DIY ("do it yourself") batteryACID project offered by hexinverter.net in PCB form, to answer your likely question: This is an entirely different and updated circuit. It features a slew of new features and differences, as outlined below.


Technical/Mechanical Specifications

- 16HP
- Requires +/-12V
- Current consumption and module depth TBD

Base Features

- Voltage controlled all-analogue distortion effect
- Onboard compressor for automatic gain correction (the signal volume would otherwise vary drastically with the distortion modulation)
- Designed anew specifically for musical synthesis and drum processing
- Can function as a basic standalone hardware compressor when the distortion effect is switched off

Analogue Distortion with Voltage Control

- A new take on the classic diode overdrive distortion circuit found in many infamous guitar pedals of the last half-century
- Fully analogue voltage control of the distortion amount parameter
- The high-pass effect (ie: bass frequency loss) commonly experienced with using guitar pedals to process synths and drums has been reduced
- Effect wet/dry mix control for dialing in the perfect amount of distortion
- Attenuators for input/output levels
- Bypassing is possible via the panel switch

Onboard Compressor

- Can be disabled easily via the switch on the panel
- Compressor Threshold, Ratio and Gain parameter controls for locking in the desired dynamics after distortion
- Functions as a basic hardware compressor when distortion is disabled

Want?

Available exclusively from idreamofwires.org.
Pre-order 2/11 through 5/31. Shipping June.
This is a 1-off, single batch production, with the majority of proceeds going to I Dream Of Wires' completion fund - with huge thanks to hexivnverter.net!

Price, in USD via Paypal, with shipping included:
- $225 within North America.
- $230 elsewhere.

Additional thanks to Livewire Electronics for helping us to source the knobs, and Intellijel Designs Inc. who have offered to oversee manufacturing!

http://hexinverter.net
http://facebook.com/hexinverterelectronics

http://idreamofwires.org 
http://vimeo.com/idreamofwires 
http://facebook.com/idreamofwiresdocumentary"

Discussion on Muff's.

The Yamaha CS-50 Part 6- Touch Modulation (aftertouch)

Published on Feb 10, 2013 AutomaticGainsay·138 videos

"Here is a demonstration of the sound and functionality of the Yamaha CS-510's mechanical aftertouch feature."

All parts here.

MOTM Format Modular Synthesizer System

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"Top row

1.Music from Outer Space 16 Step Rotary Analog Sequencer (6u) These are only available as a kit from The Bridechamber (this is the main supplier for Motm)
http://bridechamber.com/M_Sequencer.html

As you can see it costs $440 (plus freight) just for the kit ! Its an extremely difficult build ..so some 20 hours of labour there.

2.Cat Girl Synth Super Psycho LFO (3 u)
Basically 6 lfos which go from sub audio to audio rates. LFO 1 and 2 are sine and square switchable. 3,4,5,6, are square wave. Think drone machine or crazy lfo madness. Built by Analog Craftsman

Middle Row...

3.Motm 300 Ultra VCO (2 u) This is virtually state of the art in oscillators !  These sell for $450 assembled.. (there are 2)

4.Cat Girl Synth VCO (1 u)
Great VCO which has been modified by Pugix to make it even better. Saw and Pulse only..I team it with the next module (Cynthia) for sequencing.

5.Cynthia Sawtooth Animator (1 u)
Ok..this is the FAT one ! Sounds the same as 7 osc. Voltage controlled too !  These sell for $495 !

6.Motm 440 Discrete OTA LowPass Filter (2 u)
The Ultimate...it overdrives too !  This sells for $470.

7.Thomas White Buchla 292c Clone LoPass Gate (2 u)
Built by Analog Craftsman Its a filter..its a vca or both. this is the cool Vactrol thing that gives the Buchla its sound !

8.Dual Oakley ADSR /VCA (2 u)
Couldnt do without this..and VCA s built in ! Can be super snappy or extended) (Built and modified by Pugix)

Bottom Row
9.Motm 300 Ultra VCo (2 u) As above

10.Encore Electronics Universal Event Generator (2 u)
Its an 8 stage EG, a 8 stage sequencer..very versatile.
http://www.encoreelectronics.com/cont_ueg1.html
This sells for $299.

11.Motm 110 Ring Mod/ VCA (2 u)
Everyone needs Ring Mod and you cant have too many VCA's !
http://www.synthtech.com/motm110.html

12.Oakley Overdrive / Distortion (1 u)
Really adds grit and grunge to a sound.

13.Oakley Equinoxe Voltage Controlled Phaser (1 U)
The sound of Jarre !
http://www.krisp1.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=6
Selling for $240

14.Motm 830 Dual Mode Mixer (2 u )
Can do audio and Cv..a must have.
http://www.synthtech.com/motm830.html
This sells for $329..."

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ARP 2600 Worlds Apart

Published on Feb 10, 2013 DearbornJohn·6 videos

blinkerette

Published on Feb 10, 2013 Cranda11·42 videos

"A little late-night jam with Elektron Analog Four and Maschine. Nothing else but a whole raft of Audio Damage plugs, as usual."

Unleash the Beast - Bit Beast Synth Demo

Published on Feb 10, 2013 Jovian Synth·2 videos

"A demo song of the Bit Beast synthesizer. All sounds (including drums) are made with the Bit Beast and recorded into Ableton Live. Some minor FX were added to some tracks (reverb, delay, EQ). More info on the Bit Beast here: http://www.joviansynth.com/bit-beast.php

The Bit Beast is not currently in production. The estimated cost is about $500-$600. Please send us an email if you would like to be notified when more information and availability is known - info@joviansynth.com"

Many Birthdays Analog

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Princess Leia & Roland Juno-60.

Anyone ID the top keyboard?

Test your analog sound design skills: metal/wood tones

Published on Feb 10, 2013 Peter Grenader·14 videos

"Four sine VCOs.... no ring modulation, no frequency shifting. While incorporation of a Plan B M13 Dual Timbral Gate or other suitable LPG was important in building it's percussive timbre... how is it that it resembles a marimba without ring mod or frequency shifting? Enter your answers below! The video basically traces the patch."

Borrowing modulation from the Roland SPH-323 for the Korg MS20 filters controlled by Korg SQ10

Published on Feb 10, 2013 synthesizerman·19 videos

"The multi modulation section from the Roland SPH-323 is being voltage controlled from the Korg SQ10. The multi modulation from the Roland SPH-323 is controlling the sweep of the MS20 filters. The Korg SQ10 channel A is driving the VCO pitch, channel B is condoling the LFO on the Roland SPH-323. No audio is passed thru the SPH-323 phase shifter. The older LFO oscillators seems do be able to run slower than most modern LFO. Or maybe it is just me, I love the movement that the Roland multi modulation LFO section gives you."

AKAI AX60 Vintage 80s Analog VCO Synth w/ Custom Walnut End Caps

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"Extremely versatile analog synth with 6 voltage-controlled oscillators, MIDI, sampler in, on-board chorus (2 settings), 64 patch memory, ADSR VCA, 12dB/octave VCF, ADSR EG (VCF, VCA, VCA gate), arpeggiator, PWM, LFO (saw, square, triangle, random, can modulate VCO, VCA or VCF), splittable keyboard, unison mode, and lots of other goodies. This unit has been upgraded with walnut end caps, made by a local Brooklyn woodworker and synth enthusiast. They give the AX-60 the classy look it deserves. It's a great synth from the classic era of polyphonic VCO synths..."

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Elektron Analog Four (4-Voice Analog Synth) with Original Box

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"Elektron Analog Four - Synth Voice Features:

Fully analog signal path, for punchy, organic sound
Two analog oscillators; two sub-oscillators (variable waveshape on all oscillators)
Oscillator AM and Sync modes
One 4-pole analog lowpass ladder filter; one 2-pole analog multi-mode filter
One analog overdrive circuit; one noise oscillator
Two assignable LFOs; one dedicated vibrato LFO; two dedicated waveshape LFOs
One amp envelope; two assignable envelopes; two dedicated LFO fade envelopes
One dedicated noise fade envelope; one dedicated vibrato envelope; one dedicated autobend envelope"

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Ambika MonoSweep

"Got my Mutable instruments Ambika up and running

it will have up to 6 voicecards, but at the moment it only has one , a SVF one and I decided to record a tune in higher quality than youtube allows , if this is what one sounds like, really looking forward to getting the other 3 put in there

this is a modified fat sweeep patch with the 2 oscillators detuned +/- 7 semitones each and portamento added

The drums are a patch I downloaded off the interwebs and edited to jack up the hihats ( I love hihats :P !) and change the rhytms . its played on my Nord Micromodular

played live with a bit of reverb added from my mixer"

Beck & Buchla Music Easels Live

Beck Reimagines Bowie's "Sound and Vision"
Uploaded on Feb 10, 2013 lincoln·91 videos

"In collaboration with Beck and a "band" of more than 160 diverse musicians, Director Chris Milk created a concert experience that was fully immersive for both the audience and the performers."

Buchla Music Easel x 2 & another system in the background at 7:51. This one in via Dam Hanilton on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge via Consequence of Sound.

Modcan FMVDO Eurorack Module

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"The FMVDO represents a new breed of sound generation for the modular environment. The primary design goal was to implement a variety of digital synthesis techniques and to combine them together in one 12HP wide module

The most significant wave-shaping feature of the FMVDO utilizes the technique referred to as Two-Operator FM, providing a wide variety of timbres from mellow bell like tones to complex distortion.

The inclusion of harmonically rich sample based wave tables extends the complexity of the FM effect comparable to multi-operator systems.

AM (Amplitude Modulation) is also available on-board as is standard Exponential FM using the Expo FM Jack

Conventional analogue VCOs are modulated with externally generated signals from LFOs and secondary VCOs, instead the FMVDO provides superior FM stability with internally generated, phase locked, sine table modulator.

The FM Index function controls the amplitude or depth of the modulation while the Ratio control tunes the modulator to an integer frequency value relative to the carrier frequency.

Phase locking the modulator with the carrier produces beat-free timbres that retain spectral relationships over the entire frequency range. The Ratio can also be switched to provide non-integer ratios for inharmonic periodic sounds.

The FMVDO includes standard VCO wave forms and adds several sample based wave tables. Pulse width modulation and hard sync are also supported.

Switch selectable quantized pitch tracking in semi-tone steps or non-quantized continuous frequency control with fine tune.

Firmware by DSP designer Eric Brombaugh."

Macro Acid

Macro Acid from maxeq on Vimeo.

"Extreme close up look at the Roland TB-303.

I love this little machine, it has a unique sound. The '303' was intended as a 'bass' machine but was not deemed successful by Roland so only 10-20k units were produced.

The 303s sound is affectionately referred to as 'acid' and it is the leading instrument in 'acid techno', a form of music that often focusses on one 'pattern' that evolves over the course of the track, from a low grumble all the way up to a distorted screech. This is achieved by the 'tweaking' of the 303 knobs.

'Macro Acid' let's us see the 303 up close, it's knobs, lights, markings and - in my machines case - all the wear and tear. For this I used a high quality Macros lens with my Canon 5D.

No video effects have been added. Everything you see ... is the 303 ... and a Kenton MIDI converter:)"

Korg Radias - Sound Bank Presets by hayeye

Korg Radias - my first sound bank presets
Published on Feb 10, 2013 hayeye·14 videos

"This is a complete set of my patches (117 sounds) done on the Korg Radias until 01-2013"

Roland CR-78 Programming

Published on Feb 10, 2013 zibbybone·109 videos

"Programming the CR-78 using a DP-2 sustain pedal plugged into the 78's TS-1 jack. I'm not sure what the quantize rate is, but it is certainly greater than 16th notes as you can tell from my "white boy" rhythm."

KORG monotribe + BOSS DR110 - Nano Machine / BakaOscillator

Published on Feb 10, 2013 BakaOscillator·50 videos

"Composed by BakaOscillator.
Use, KORG monotribe X6, KP3,VOX amPlug Lead, BOSS DR110, DD3, OD3."

monotribes on eBay

Vintage Korg X-911 Guitar Synth SN 274248

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"The Korg X-911 is a very underestimated synth. What it was intended to be, was a stand alone guitar synthesizer. What it now represents, in these enlightened times, is an all analog, quite unique, signal processor/effects unit. Whereas a true guitar synth really requires its own dedicated pickup arrangement, this unit simply accepts a standard 1/4" jack input. Just patch your guitar, microphone, or other instrument into the X-911 and play one note at a time. Sporting both CV/Trigger inputs AND outputs, these features alone, make it quite a useful little toy."

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Vermona Mono Lancet SN 05769

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Malekko Wiard JAG Joystick Axis Generator Eurorack Module

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"More than just a pretty face, the Malekko Wiard J.A.G. (Joystick Axis Generator) is a unique and often surprising device that can twist almost any patch into a new creation. It takes any two modulation sources (LFO, Envelope, Sequencer, Random Generator, Oscillator, X and Y of a Joystick, etc…) and maps out an X and Y location. From this XY coordinate, the output level of the 8 outputs in the circle are determined, as well as a center (Dome with level control) and Edge (opposite of Dome) level – multiplying your 2 modulation inputs and providing you with a total of 12 outputs. The voltage distribution is most easily visualized with a joystick input; moving the the joystick will cause the LEDs to indicate the location of the joystick (as well as the level of each output), and the Dome LED will glow brighter the closer the joystick is to the center.

Experiment with connecting different inputs and inserting the modulation outputs into different points in your patch to animate your creations in a way that you never thought possible with just two modulation sources!

The input level can be switched to either 0-10 Volts (unipolar), or -5/+5 Volts (Bipolar). NOTE: The Malekko/Wiard JAG labeling of the polarity switch is reversed; just flip the switch and it will be easy to tell when you have the right setting for your modulation source.

The Joystick Axis Generator is 18hp wide, 25mm deep, and consumes around 80mA power."

Bugbrand Modular vid #1 & #2

Published on Feb 10, 2013 Phisynth·61 videos

Bugbrand Modular vid #2

the nebulophone by bleep labs in action

Published on Feb 10, 2013 pianoloft·179 videos

"the nebulophone is a very small synthesizer. the concept is very clever, so you have a lot of possibilities of sound and musical structure. you can play melodies with the stylus, you can create arpeggios and small sequences, but also wild and chaotic experimental noise-eruptions. at first there is a melody in the vid, and later on some noisy stuff, where the instrument was run through a pitch shifter delay effect of the roland sp-404sx. other instruments used: the optical noise brick, handbuilt by dr.moonstien ( http://www.youtube.com/user/drmoonsti... ) and a sound of the roland gaia sh-01."

http://www.bleeplabs.com/
drmoonstien on eBay (RSS)

Modular Wild Presents SOUNDS-Grendel Formant Filter Modulation

Published on Feb 10, 2013 modularwild·16 videos

"A brief demonstration of the modulation possibilities of the Grendel Formant filter. Livewire Vulcan Modulator used as Modulation source.This filter is available from Rare Waves,LLC. For more information check out ericarcher.net. Sound and Video by Raul Pena.© 2013 Raul Pena"

Tears Of Stainless Steel - Memorymoog

"My ode to the Memorymoog! I love this big beast of a synth. All the synth lines in this piece are from this American classic. Composing with it is like riding a mechanical bull, a real ride!"

via Ned Bouhalassa on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

Drivkraft - Went On A Walk by Drivkraft@Play

"Another track made with only The Realistic Concertmate MG-1.

All drum and synth sounds made with The Realistic Concertmate MG-1. (Yes, it's a Moog)
vintagesynth.com
No MIDI, no sync. Mono out - Tube amp - TC Electronic Impact Twin.
All audio sequenced and processed in Cubase 5.

Additional filter - FabFilter
Delay - FabFilter
Reverb - D16 Group
EQ and dynamics - Waves

Have at it."

via Anders Olofsson on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

More posts.

An Interview with David Borden - The Early Days of Moog

"In the late '50s he attended the Eastman School of Music, in Rochester (NY) and it was during this time that he discovered the electronic music of Otto Luening, the man who founded the Columbia-Princeton Center for Electronic Music with Vladimir Ussachevsky. This interest in electronic music eventually led David to meet Robert Moog in 1967 and - two years later - to found the first all synthesizer ensemble, Mother Mallard Portable Masterpiece Co. In the early years, Mother Mallard used monophonic modular Moog synthesizers and was the first live act to take the Minimoog on stage - when it was still being developed - in May, 1970. Mother Mallard recorded some great pieces that still sound fresh and modern nowadays!"

via Astronauta Pinguim where you'll find the full interview.  You'll find links to additional interviews by Astronauta Pinguim here.

Dagda's Magic Harp

Published on Feb 10, 2013 copperleaves·57 videos

"This is one of many stories about the mythological king of ancient Ireland, know as 'Dagda' (pronounced "dada"). Dagda is said to have possessed, among other wonderful things, a magical harp which he could use to produce supernatural phenomena. This story was first written down by Christian monks around the 12th century AD, but at that time it was already ancient and had been handed down verbally for more than a thousand years.

According to legend, there were two tribes living in Ireland at the time of King Dagda: the Fomorians who were small and dark haired people, and the Celtic "Tuatha De Danaan" who were tall, light skinned and blond and whose leader was King Dagda. It seems they were constantly at war and this particular tale has to do with the time the Fomorians stole Dagda's magic harp (something which turned out to be a very bad idea).

The instrument I am using to accompany myself in this song is a two part affair of my own devising which I call the 'tibicen' (the Latin word for "piper"). It is entirely electronic, and consists of a small keyboard which sits in my lap, and a pedalboard (similar to a church organ) on the floor in floor in front of me. Nothing was added to this performance and there are no overdubs or additions of any kind. This is exactly the way it was performed.

The pedalboard provides the drone, while the keyboard plays melody. The instrument has a huge range, can play in any key, and I have tried to show some of what it can do in this video.

In ancient time, when sagas of this sort were performed, they sometimes went on for hours. I had to cut this down to its bare essentials in order to bring it in under eight minutes. The unedited story contains a lot of interesting details but I didn't want to bore everyone by going on too long!"

Mos-Lab 901 Project Video 1

Published on Feb 10, 2013 seb17320·13 videos

Arturia Minibrute Triangle Action No Compression. Turn it up!

Published on Feb 10, 2013 darksideothetune·9 videos

"You thought triangle waves were boring? Wrong!!"

Minibrutes on eBay

MakeNoise Maths Eurorack Modules

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MakeNoise QMMG Eurorack Module

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"No longer in production, you are bidding on my MakeNoise Quad Multimode Gate (QMMG number 315) eurorack synth module. Excellent cosmetic and working condition. Comes with original box, MakeNoise sticker, power cable and mounting screws..."

Luna Noise Research MFOS Analog Synthesizer + 10-STEP Sequencer

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"The synthesizer is based on the MFOS-designed SoundLab Mini-Synth circuit. For the DIY-inclined, you should look at musicfromouterspace.com for all the information you need to build your own analog synth equipment. There you can also buy part kits, PCBs & face-plates.

* 2 voltage-controlled oscillators (VCO's)
* voltage controlled amplifier (VCA)
* voltage-controlled filter (VCF)
* low frequency oscillator (LFO)
* white noise source
* attack-release envelope generator
* 2 CV inputs, gate voltage input and output (all 1/4" mono jacks)
* powered by two 9V batteries -- (power supply for wall adapter on request +$25)
* built into a satin black case with a removable oak back panel
* rear facing jack-panel

The sequencer is based on the MFOS-designed 10-step analog sequencer circuit.

* two to ten step sequencer
* reset at count / stop at count
* external start
* gate selectable on/off for each step
* 3 control voltage outputs
* high/low output range
* powered by 12VAC wall adapter
* built into a satin black case with removable oak back panel* rear facing jack-panel
* NOT externally clockable
* rear facing jack-panel

You can hear samples at: lunalabnoise.squarespace.com **I also build the MFOS SoundLAB Ultimate and the MFOS 16-STEP Quantized Vari-Clock Sequencer using only MFOS PCBs, contact me if you're interested**"

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Vintage Simmons SDS IV Drum Synthesizer by Musicaid

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"There is a serial number on the machine which is 4006 beneath the address which is 176 Hatfield Road, St Albans, Herts. The unit is of a wood and metal construction and is in pretty good condition for its age. One of the skins and metal rim is missing from one of the drums but the brackets are there so fitting a rim and skin should be easy..."

Teisco 60f Vintage Analogue Synthesizer SN 5235

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Note the signal flow LEDs.

"This is the highly regarded and quite hard to find Teisco 60f monophonic synthesizer dating back to 1980 and this one is in rare raring-to-go full order. We've checked it over very carefully, left it on 'soak', wasted time moving faders and twiddling knobs trying to get something to go wrong. We failed. Everything works just fine. When fired up it takes about a minute for the pitch to fully stabilise but once it has, the pitch is totally reliable.

For a single oscillator synth it has very full tonal variety thanks to the inclusion of sound bending peripherals such as a highly sophisticated LFO section, a self-oscillating controller, variable vibrato, assignable ADSR section, a couple of deep filters and adaptable pulse wave modulation options.

Another remarkable option is its ability to work with an external audio source: you can route your digital 'virtuals' through very real analogue synth filters and envelopes [envelope trigger from keys or gate or just use ‘hold’ mode for real time fun] - hook it up to an MP3 for amazing remixing and re-filtering on the fly.

The control panel has more than a hint of Roland styling but at the time of manufacture Teisco was wholly owned by the synth division of Kawai. A label makes mention of an APR license but the word is that this only applies to the quirky but functional touch pad pitch controller.

Nope, it doesn't do MIDI [not yet even a twinkle in anyone’s eye when this was launched] but if you are adept with control voltages and gates and have the right interfaces you can use it in conjunction with other gear. Provided, that is, you read up a lot and have a cupboard full of the right converter boxes and leads.

This instrument is in fine shape; cosmetically it has a few very light scratches and tiny knocks to edges of the wooden end cheeks [I've seen year-old synths in much worse condition] and it is hard to believe that this keyboard is due its 33rd birthday cake. Audio wise, it is a real and special treat.

Look at the photographs [noting illuminated green arrows that show the signal flow]"

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Roland Jupiter 6

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Roland SVC-350 Rare Analog Vocoder

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MIDI Designer Pro

Published on Feb 10, 2013 Apps4idevicesMusic·364 videos

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"Midi Designer is a Midi Controller builder. Before I continue, you should know that Midi Designer doesn't send Midi notes. Only Midi CC. For this reason you will not be able to play notes on a Keyboard or Drum Pad module with this App. Despite this, you will be able to control all the parameters of your synthesizer with the Midi CC. So know let's talk about the special features of Midi Designer... If I'm a keyboard player, I can control a Synth on my Mac or PC with a USB Midi keyboard, and If I've also got a pedalboard connected to my iPad... I will be able to control my synthesizer by adding modules (Knobs, Slider, Crossfader, X / Y Pads, Label, Button & Button Square, and Panel) on Page. Note that a great feature allows you to create a sub-controller very quickly (read the tutorial). These modules will be created on Pages. You will be able to switch easily from one Page to another, to arrange them, to display two pages on screen, to change the aspect... But behind these Pages,... are Pedalboards! You will be able to create your own custom Pedalboard. When done, (it works like the Pages edit), hide it by scrolling the Pages over it! Midi Designer is really steady, it works very well. It's easy to use too... It is a Killer App! Note that it is not the purpose of Midi Designer, but I would really like to have a keyboard module... I forgot to say that you can save 20 presets, save and send them by email, and share them with another Midi Designer user..."

iTunes:
MIDI Designer Pro - Confusionists LLC
Sunrizer synth - BeepStreet
iOS Devices on eBay - Daily Tech Deals

Tulup on ipad: Loopy HD

Published on Feb 10, 2013

"A great loopmaker as an app."

iTunes:
Loopy HD - A Tasty Pixel
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A Quick Run on Yamaha MX61

Published on Feb 10, 2013 AudioCentralMagazine·113 videos
Sequence starts at 303.

"Yamaha MX61 Synthesizer is heavily focused on performance; there isn't the MOTIF in deept editing and you can only modify the very very main synth parameters of sounds. You can play two different parts in Split or Layer; the remaining 14 parts are available for composing/arranging/performing thru MIDI/USB with bundled Cubase."

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buchla vocotalk

Published on Feb 10, 2013 Ebotronix·584 videos

4 ms Peg RCD VCA Matrix
Alesis Metavox
Analogue Systems RS 110
Buchla System # 1
Doepfer A 134 panning by A 143-9 & Moog MP 201
Flame Talking Synth Modul
Korg SQ 10 Sequencer (for 261e)
Make Noise Maths QMMG Wogglebug
Moog 4x Freqbox CP251 (cv mix & noise)
Roland System 104 Sequencer
Toppobrillo Sportmodulator
Logic Master clock to Kenton Pro 2000 II
FX Boss VF1 Line6 Echopro TC M3000

shapesynth +sphero on the bus

Published on Feb 10, 2013 humbletune·52 videos

"This shows shapesynth with sphere now supporting Audiobus (http://audiob.us) running through nils (beta version). Nils has been submitted and should be available very soon.

shapesynth: http://www.humbletune.com/shapesynth/
sphero: http://www.gosphero.com/
audiobus: http://www.audiob.us/"

iTunes:
shapesynth - Erik Sigth
Audiobus - A Tasty Pixel

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Elektron Analog Four + Octatrack Psytrance Jam

Published on Feb 10, 2013 Jimmy Myhrman·28 videos

"Jamming with a psytrance-pattern och the Analog Four. Octatrack does all percussion and drums, and does some master filtering etc as well (Analog Four is routed through the Octatrack)."

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Roland Jupiter 8 + Roland Jupiter 6 + Alesis SR18 "Roland Synth Legends"

Published on Feb 10, 2013 synthartist69·1,063 videos

"1981 -1984 .... my favorite years of synth music. Duran Duran, The Human League and The Cars were some of my favorite bands :)"

Resonator Neuronium 2

Published on Feb 10, 2013 d4nnyp·16 videos

"Another video getting to know my Resonator Neuronium. I used a Signal Arts Tetra MAPS to sequence the RN this time. The MAPS is a brilliant sequencer and works very well with the RN, 6 8 step sequence tracks were used, some with different lengths, the sequence wasn't tweaked while recording. All sounds are RN (Apart from Kick drum which was made with my Bugbrand Modular (just an SV filter pinged and CV'd from an envelope) with delayed reverb effect from Eventide Space."

CASIO VZ-1 + SCI DRUMTRAKS

Published on Feb 10, 2013 dergach11·11 videos

"Jamming with some old staff."

Deadmau5 - The Veldt (analog cover by Kebu)

Published on Feb 9, 2013 kebunator·19 videos

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http://kebu.fi

I just discovered "The Veldt" by Deadmau5 and really enjoyed it. I noticed that I could recreate the riff with my Mono/poly, with the TR-808 trigging the gate of it, and off I went!

Equipment used: Roland TR-808 (drums and trigger for the Mono-poly), Juno 60, Alpha Juno; Korg Mono/Poly, Polysix; Electro Harmonix Small Stone; Boss DD-3; Lexicon MPX500, MPX110; Allen & Heath GS1; Tascam 38, DX-4D; Alesis iO26 & Izotope Ozone 5 for mastering

Only analog synths used, recorded to tape, and mixed with an analog mixer. No computers or MIDI used during recording and mixing. Only the final stereo track was mastered using Izotope Ozone 5 (AAAD)."

And the original:

deadmau5 feat. Chris James - The Veldt

Published on Apr 20, 2012 UltraRecords·1,207 videos

The Klirrfaktor 'Free Pussy Riot!' Full Set & Release

"Free Pussy Riot!" - new modular album

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Dark enigma (Doepfer analog modular system + Plogue Bidule)

Published on Feb 9, 2013 GruithuisenCityMan·414 videos

"Hello ! My name is Frederic Gerchambeau. I have made this movie and this music. The music has been made using a Doepfer analog modular system (sounds) and Plogue Bidule (sequences and delay effects). Enjoy !"

ARP 2600 Vintage Analog Modular Synthesizer

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"This auction is for a FULLY SERVICED great sounding Arp 2600 (synthesizer only). And yes, this 2600 features the 4012 Moog-copy filter!

Unit serviced by the one and only dedicated Arp tech of 23 years, Phil Cirocco of C.M.S. / Discrete Sythesizers.

Please do your homework on this like I have; visit the above link and see the clients Phil has worked with. Who would you trust when buying this rare piece? Phil wouldn't let me advertise him having worked on this 2600 if I didn't allow him to do the repairs he needed to; he knew I might consider selling it eventually and he prides himself on the work he does. Other units here on eBay have been advertised as being serviced but who knows by who…

…despite the outer case wear and tear this fully serviced Arp comes with a warranty on the following work:

Power supply replaced with a rebuilt stock ARP 2600 power supply and should not require service for many years.
All boards and sliders were washed in a chemical bath
Replaced all rusty jack washers (83 total)
Replaced all rusty jack nuts (83 total)
Replaced Reverb tank w/ OEM tank
Replaced both speakers w/ two (2) new speakers (custom-made in the USA to Arp's original specs, 40 ohm coils and the same mounting holes)
All the electronics and everything has been restored to full working order according to ARP factory specs!
All sections have been tested and calibrated and are fully operational!
The VCO' s are totally stable and there is no perceptible drift even when left on overnight!
THE BAD

Phil did not restore the outer cabinet or the slightly worn front panel silkscreen so it remains worn / as-is. The unit is missing (12) slider caps and no replacements could be purchased at the time of repair (but the sliders themselves are easily useable / not damaged in any way). Cosmetically, the outer casing Tolex and hardware has seen better days as can be confirmed in my detailed pics but this is strictly cosmetic! The wood case that is covered by the Tolex continues to function as it should to protect this precious synth.

This 2600 comes with lid, power cable, owners manual & patch book."

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KORG 707 Vintage Digital FM Synth SN 000513

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When you think of FM synthesis you typically think of Yamaha and Casio's Phase Distortion synthesis. If you remember from this post, neither were actually FM synthesis?  What was KORG's method?

Update via MrLonghair in the comments: "Korg simply licensed use of the YM2164 for the DS8 and the 707. There's an FB01 in there basically, not a bad machine if you get it for the right price and need the cheesiest of neck-less all-in-one keytar action."

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Roland Juno 106 Vintage Analog Synth with Custom Wood Sides

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Roland PG-800 Synthesizer Programmer

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Backed up against a wall...

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Roland JP-8080 Synthesizer

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That's one moody synth...

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Technics SX-WSA1R WSA1 Acoustic Physical Modelling Synthesiser

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"This is a remarkable synthesiser launched by Technics in 1995. Technics did not produce them in large numbers because they were very expensive when launched at nearly £2,200. At the time, and even by today’s standards, it was revolutionary combining samples as the drivers for a physical modelling synthesiser. By using samples as the drivers, Panasonic Technics were able to produce a powerful 32-channel multi-timbre synthesiser with 64 notes polyphony. This means you can use the WSA1R for large productions and layered sounds.
Although deep in its capability, the WSA1R is easy to programme because it has an excellent user interface. The interface comprises of a large display and many function keys. The synth can produce some very powerful sounds with a lot of expression and dynamics. In my experience it produces much more expression than a typical modern sample-based synthesiser. It also has a two-axis joystick “ball” which you can modulate the sounds in real time.

The module has a floppy drive which can take 720kb and 1.44mb disks. The drive can be used to back-up sounds and also play standard midi files directly from disk. This, combined with its GM setting, makes it a great synth for playing back tracks live or in the studio for practice.

There is some interesting information about the WSA1R including a downloadable manual and other resources at http://xy.cx/synth/wsa1/
There is also a Sound On Sound review at... SoundonSound"

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