Synth DIY UK 2013 This Saturday, July 27th

via Paul Maddox of Vaco Loco on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge:

"Don't forget this weekend (27th) is the Synth DIY UK event!
It's free to attend, so why not pop along!
https://www.facebook.com/events/160198740805131/
http://diy.synth.net/uk
‪#‎sdiyuk‬"

Oberheim Matrix-1000 Analog Synthesizer (1987)

Published on Jul 24, 2013 retrosound72·233 videos

"(c) 2013 vintage synthesizer single sound demo by RetroSound

Oberheim Matrix-1000 Analog Synthesizer from the year 1987

The small Oberheim with the big sound! Very underrated analog synthesizer module from Oberheim with six voices, two DCOs per voice, 24 dB low pass filter and matrix modulation like the big brothers Matrix-12 and Xpander.

the demo shows self-programmed and factory sounds."

Mutable Instruments Chrominatrix

Chrominatrix from mutable instruments on Vimeo.

"Audio path:

Edges channel 3 (with ringmod) > Frames channel 1
Edges channel 4 > Frames channel 2
Edges channel 1 + 2 (with sync) > Frames channel 3
Frames mix output > Ripples
Ripples + Braids > Echophon
Echophon > Audio interface

Control path:
Frames channel 4 > Braids timbre + Ripples cutoff
Function > Dixie II > Frames modulation"

Mutable Instruments Self-playing 8-bit Trancey Patch

Self-playing 8-bit trancey patch from mutable instruments on Vimeo.

"Kick: Grids ch. 1 -> Peaks

Snare/HH: Grids ch. 2 -> Peaks -> µVCA II modulated by an envelope (Quadra) triggered by the accent channel (to get amplitude variations).

Sync sound: Braids -> Ripples -> µVCA II modulated by an envelope (Quadra) triggered by Grids ch. 3. Cutoff modulation from another envelope triggered by Grids' accent channel. Timbre modulation from a Dixie II used as LFO. The Dixie II also modulates the fill rate of Grids' channel 3.

8-bit sounds: 4 channels of Edges. Channel 1 and 4 playing sequences clocked by Grids ch. 1 accent. Channel 2 and 3 playing lone notes. Sent into Echophon (though I disabled it after a while). Channel 2 is sync'ed to channel 1 and its frequency is controlled by one channel of Quadra used as a LFO.

8-bit and Sync sources mixed in Frames, with two channels of CV controlling Braids timbre and Ripples cutoff."

Arp Axxe 2323 Model Synthesizer

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Waldorf Microwave XT Rack Wavetable Synth

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SuperSlave Audio Modular Synthesizer Case - Eurorack

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"Introducing, SuperSlave Audio Modular Synthesizer Cases.

SuperSlave Audio modular cases are built to last, with the highest quality materials available. Anodized aluminum extrusions, handles, rails & interior panels. 1/4” ABS exterior panels and zinc plated steel corners and latches. All standard SuperSlave modular cases include side removable hinges and an interior control panel with panel mounted DC in socket and on/off switch, which separate two rows of 84 hp or 104 hp of modular synthesizer space. Each row of modules are powered by TipTop Audio, Studio Bus Boards vertically mounted under the control panel. So, there’s no wasted space and no need to worry about modules coming in contact with the bus board. All cases include a Cincon desktop power supply, specifically designed for the Studio Bus Boards.

SuperSlave Audio Cases use an insertable square nut and screw for installing modules and more than enough are included with purchase.

Two versions of SuperSlave Audio Modular cases will be listed and available in any format. “Standard” & 'Progressive'.

The 'Standard' version is constructed with 1/4” ABS exterior panels. The exterior panels of the 'Progressive' version are constructed with 3/16” ABS and an extremely durable outer layer, made from recycled rubber. Both versions have a maximum module depth of approximately 5 inches, unless pre-ordered. Pre-ordered cases will have a lead time of approximately one week.

Powered cases are currently available in Eurorack format only. But, unpowered modular synthesizer formats and custom sizes are available by quote."

This is the first SuperSlave post.

Yamaha Tenori-on TNR-W with Original Box

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Future Retro Revolution R2 Synthesizer in Original Box

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Waldorf Rocket Monophonic Synthesizer w/ Analog Filter, MIDI & Arpeggiator

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Circuit Bent Korg Monotribe with MIDI

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"The Korg Monotribe unit that has been modified and has Midi IN/OUT, Separate 1/4" outputs for BD, SD, and HH, 2 Pots to control HH and SD Decay, and 2 Knobs to control Bass Drum Decay and Snare Drum Tone. Also, you have One potentiometer that mutes the oscillator that way you can use the filter without hearing the oscillator.

Modifications include:
-MIDI IN/OUT with Full Size DIN Jacks (The midi kit is is from Amazing Machines, Miditribe)
-Separate 1/4" Audio Outputs for BD/SD/HH
-2x Switch Mods allows for SD/HH noise decay options (Tight/Standard/Snappy) (Closed/Standard/Loose)
-2x Knob Mods allows for 808 Style BD Decay and extra SD Ring/Tone Decay.
-Switch that Mutes Oscillators from audio signal. This mod is rare and you will not find it easily..."

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korg mono/poly

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"the Korg Mono/Poly analog synthesiser

this is one of the top classic mono synths
4 vcos classic korg vcf two lfos three envelopes noisegen
ringmod sync arp pwm portamento unison poly mode chord memory
this synth is very complex and the results are always very impressive
layer the 4 vcos for a huge bass sound or delicate pwm lead lines
arp playing thru the different waveforms a classic monopoly stunt
roaring sync leads chord memory chords and so much more

condition :
this monopoly has just been fully serviced by audio circus
all the notorious key contacts have been serviced
no issues with any keys knobs or switches
perfect in tune after short warmup"

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POLIVOKS Vintage Rare Soviet Analog Synth SN 1189250

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Pics of the inside.

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Scriabin Feuillet d'Album on Haken Continuum by Rob Schwimmer

Published on Jul 24, 2013 Robert Schwimmer·49 videos

"A beautiful and ephemeral miniature by Scriabin... Melody is played on the incredible Haken Continuum Fingerboard (aka Continuum) using Ed Eagan's Sine Wave patch from the EaganMatrix Synth"

perigrinations III -- benjolin and 4MS RCD & SCM

Published on Jul 24, 2013 Epoch Modular·10 videos

"More (mis)adventures with the benjolin and 4MS RCD & SCM modules."

peregrinations IV (benjolin w/4MS RCD & SCM)

Published on Jul 24, 2013

"autotelic meat-baking with benjolin and 4MS RCD & SCM modules."

Microsound Textures by Richard Devine for Chromaphone and AAS Player

Available at Applied Acoustic Systems


"Microsound Textures is all about precision, details, subtlety, and complexity. Richard Devine’s idea was to use grain particles and tiny pulses to create rich and dense textures. In addition, the collection includes a wide variety of surprising and mysterious instruments ranging from light and delicate to dark and atonal. The 128 sounds are divided into five categories: Percussion, Sound Effects, Keys and Synths, Pads and Strings, and Textures and Ambience."

MIDI Designer Templates for Vintage Roland Synths & More

You'll find templates for the Roland Juno-106, Alpha Juno, JX-3P, JX-8P, MKS-30 & MKS-50 here. Note the JX-3P & MKS-30 do not respond to MIDI editing by default. You'll need the Organix JX-3P MIDI Expansion Kit, or the KiwiTechnics KIWI-3P upgrade. The rack MKS-30 will need the Johannes Hausensteiner mod

You'll find additional MIDI Designer templates for other gear here.

You'll find MIDI Designer on iTunes here: MIDI Designer Pro - Confusionists LLC

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Music Made With Buttons: Egadz

Published on Jul 24, 2013 kidwithoutradio·12 videos

"Find Egadz music, games and more: http://www.egadz.net

This video was made for the Creators Project (Intel and Vice):

Founded by a revolutionary partnership between Intel and VICE, The Creators Project celebrates visionary artists across multiple disciplines who are using technology in innovative ways to push the boundaries of creative expression."

buchla 259e scanning wavetable set

Published on Jul 24, 2013 Todd Barton·110 videos

"slowly turning the "fm" (wavetable select) on the 259e which scans through the various random wavetables."

Update:

buchla 259e sequencing wavetables
Published on Jul 24, 2013

"using an Eardrill Morphun to pick out and sequence random wavetables on a Buchla 259e Complex Waveform Generator."

BATsynth Drum beats with the logic multiplier

Published on Jul 24, 2013 JingleJoe·163 videos

"I didn't have enough wires to even explore this half as much as I could."

PPG wave 2.2 + Waveterm A "Melancholic"

"(c) vintage synthesizer track by RetroSound

all sounds: PPG wave 2.2 digital synthesizer + Waveterm A resynthese sample
recording: multitrack without midi"

Sequential Circuits Pro One SN 531

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"Very early, low serial #. Working, but rough. Some pots are scratchy, the power cord needs to be replaced, dent to top of rear panel, one key sits a little high, chip out of left side panel. A good project, and it makes very cool sounds..."

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Sequential Circuits PRO-8 Vintage Analog Synthesizer w/ Case

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"Up for sale is SEQUENTIAL CIRCUITS PRO-8 vintage analog synthesizer. This is the rare Japanese version of the SCI SPLIT-8 synthesizer.

According to web -
Around 1983-84 Sequential Circuits, in order to break into the Japanese market, shipped the Curtis SENTE (CEM 3394) chip and the firmware for the Sequential Six-Trak to an other Japanese manufacturer [DENKI SANGYO CO., LTD.]. It was their plan to have that that manufactuer design a synthesizer more targeted at the Japanese buyer. This Japanese company created an 8-voice bi-timbral version of the Six-Trak. They added a 5-octave, 61-note (C-C) keyboard to it and sold it in Japan, calling it the Pro-8. Sequential, liking what the Japanese manufacturer had done with their design and worrying that they might market their synth with one of their competitors (ie. Korg), asked for some design changes and a name change, and sold the Japanese-made synth as the Split-8."

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YAMAHA CS01 SYNTHESIZER KEYBOARD

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ROLAND JX-8P Vintage Analog Programmable Synthesizer SN 515108

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ROLAND RS-09 Organ/Strings SN 999094

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YAMAHA CS-15 SN 6747 with Original Case

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MOOG Minitaur Rev 2 Analog Bass Synthesizer + Moog Wood Sides

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ROLAND JX-3P Programmable Preset Polyphonic Synthesizer SN 385558

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ROLAND SH-101 Vintage Analog Monophonic Synthesizer SN 564079

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ROLAND Juno-60 SN 265595

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80`s Philips PMC100 synthesizer / Composer SN 22487

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"Old little Philips synth/composer from the 80`s, it is in fantastic shape, the box has some wear though, works on batteries or wth a 9V DC adaper , please note that a) the AC/DC adaper is not included and b) the DC- in chassis inner pin on the synth is slightly thicker (see 4th pic) than the, let`s say Roland adapters."

Moog Voyager XL

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1982 YAMAHA CS70M POLYPHONIC SYNTHESIZER PRINT AD

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Roland Jupiter 80 Synthesizer with Original Box

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"This is an absolutely fantastic sounding synth and I've also used it as a master keyboard to drive all my other synths as it supports extensive layering across multiple channels (see photo)."

Good demo of one here.

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Solina String Ensemble MKI SN 0086546

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"Up for sale is a (1) classic Solina String-Ensemble MK1, the earliest version (1974). Optical it's in used condition (see photo's) with many scuffs and scratches on it. It works good, only some sliders are crackling a bit. The sound is very warm and classic! It runs on 220V and the serial number is: 0086546."

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Converting Video to Audio and Back Again--A Pixivisor Demo

Published on Jul 20, 2013 Daniel Rowland·26 videos

"This vid runs a little long (sorry!). Using a stock GIF playing in Pixivisor from an iPad and a Mac. This is converted to audio and run through effects in Ableton Live and filters on an iRig Mix, then converted back to video in Pixivisor on another iPad. Modulated by a short drum loop from the Nine Inch Nails track, 'The Warning'."

iTunes:
PixiVisor - Alexander Zolotov

QuNeo Jam with Nanostudio Turnado and Loopy

Published on Jul 21, 2013 otemrellik·79 videos

"Just a quick unrehearsed jam session which my new toy."

iTunes:
NanoStudio - Blip Interactive Ltd
Loopy HD - A Tasty Pixel
QuNeos on eBay

Komplexer cut

Published on Jul 24, 2013 Piet Wagner·4 videos

Komplexer vocoder.

Blue Cat DP Meter Pro Part 2: MIDI Controller Output

Published on Jul 24, 2013 MusicMarketingTV·519 videos

"In this conclusion to the 2-part series on Blue Cat Audio's DPMP, Prof. Garbutt shows two active DPMPs controlling filters and envelope generators in 2 LuSH-101 synths, If your DAW supports MIDI out from an audio strip, then you can hook this up directly. This generic demo uses Plogue Bidule to host the instruments and route the MIDI."

Blue Cat DPMP Part 1: Introduction
Published on Jul 22, 2013

"Professor Garbutt takes us on a tour of Blue Cat Audio's DP Meter Pro, showing us how to use its output to generate MIDI Controller messages."

July Modular

Published on Jul 24, 2013 Ebotronix·710 videos

4ms Peg ,RCD
Analogue Systems RS 100 , RS 110, RS 360, RS 500e
Doepfer A101-2, A143-1,A 152,A134 panning by A143-9 ,Maths ,Moog MP 201
Flame 2x Chord Machines
Grendel Formant Filter
Make Noise,Maths, Pressure Points,Optomix,QMMG, Wogglebug
Malekko 4x Anti Oscillator , 3x Uncle , Noisering
Moog 4x Freqbox , CP251
Roland System 104 Sequencer
Toppobrillo 2x Quantimator , Sportmodulator
SSL Modulation Orgy
Logic midi masterclock to
Kenton Pro 2000
drums
kick by RS110 & QMMG, noises by Noisering, A 118, A119,CP 251
FX Boss VF 1, Lexicon PCM 80 / 90

Roland SN-U110-14 Super Acoustic Guitar PCM Card Demo

Roland SN-U110-14 Super Acoustic Guitar PCM Card for U-20, 110, 220, D-70 & MV-30 Demo

Published on Jul 24, 2013 zibbybone·123 videos

"Quick demonstration of additional PCM sounds included on this expansion card. Pattern played via MIDI on Roland Fantom X6 while I scroll through the PCM tones on a U-220."

Au delà (Kaossilator 1)

Published on Jul 24, 2013 ratface1987·69 videos

"I've been itching to do some ambient/drone stuff with the Kaossilator. So here it is. I hope you enjoy."

Kaossilators on eBay

KlikTrak

Published on Jul 24, 2013 hawklord2112·234 videos

"psudorandom pulses from a Zorlon cannon manipulated by the MZ-2 and T-resonator"

Vitalic Studio tour

Published on Jul 24, 2013 FutureMusicMagazine·297 videos

"Vitalic is a man who had his first release on DJ Hell's Gigolo Records, then a debut album on PIAS and has remixed some of Electronic music's most respected artists, including Daft Punk, Björk and Jean Michel Jarre. Here he takes us on a tour of his Dijon studio. Let's see if it cuts the mustard..."

Update 7/26: video title updated to Vitalic Studio tour with Future Music

iPad iPhone Music App: Musyc

Published on Jul 24, 2013 musicgearvideos909·148 videos

"Check out this new app. It's free but there's in-app purchases to unlock more features. I hardly touched on the features in this app so I might do a follow up.
See my review on Musyc here: http://synthuniverse.com/musyc
Get it from iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/musyc..."

Musyc is by fingerlab. Check out this post for their intro video & details.

iTunes:
Musyc - Fingerlab

Atomic Shadow - Signals From An Elusive Muse

Signals From An Elusive Muse from Atomic Shadow on Vimeo.

"This improvised piece was recorded live, in one take. It features the equipment that is being evaluated to build a mobile Command Center. The EMW200/300, Eico signal generator, Roland SP-404SX, small format Mackie mixer, and effects pedals by Electro Harmonix, Line 6, Strymon, Moog and one Korg Kaoss pad. The piece also features the Ensoniq SD-1."

A Bit of Audio Mangling

Published on Jul 24, 2013 djangosfire·114 videos

"An experiment in destruction of beautiful melodies.

Early 1937 recording processed real-time through a Buchla DIY 200 style clone synthesizer that I built.

Reverb was added via computer plug-in... everything else was one take.

Thank you!"

MATRIXSYNTH Baseball Cap!

This one in via KingVidiot:

"From Siggraph, the show that debuted the Tenori-on prototype... it's not all for graphics and movies, kids.

Paying tribute along with some synthy tom foolery amidst the colorful water fountain."

Note these are not available. At least I don't think so. :) This is a one off from KingVidiot.  It's the first time I'm seeing it myself.