still the king

Published on Oct 24, 2013 donaldjasoncrunk·33 videos

"Decided to return to a program that i used to use quite a lot - Numerology. The lunchbox is being sequenced via two seperate stacks, through a DD5. i forgot how amazing this sequencer is!"

via Jason Degelman on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

Synthpro's synthesizers.com modular

Published on Oct 24, 2013 synthpro·106 videos

"Hello everyone,

Tonight I was taking a break from synth restorations and thought I would spend some quality time with my synthesizers.com modular..I did not really plan on making a video but was very impressed with the violin sound I created and had to share it.

Thanks for watching guys!

Special Thanks to Roger Arrick for his modular creation

Check out www.synthesizers.com"

Roland Jupiter-8 tape save procedure

Published on Oct 24, 2013 TheSynthFreq·202 videos

"An introduction to tape save procedure of patch/sound program data from the JP-8 to a standard cassette tape/player."

I remember that sound backing up my synths. Like a dial-up connection as well!

Creating a Patch on the Waldorf Pulse 2

Published on Oct 24, 2013 perfectcircuitaudio·30 videos

Perfect Circuit Audio (RSS)

Three currently listed here.

Elektron Analog 4

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CIRCUIT BENT 8BIT GUITAR by IGOR AMOKIAN - Demonstration IA147

Published on Oct 24, 2013 VJ FRANZ K·621 videos

"Testing out a new circuit bent instrument! Dry sound, with amp effects, and looping with iPad. Stay de-tuned for more, after I figure this out!"

You can find posts featuring Amokian here.

Synthrotek 'Sequence 8' Eurorack Modular Jam - Tip Top - 4ms PEG

Published on Oct 24, 2013

http://www.synthrotek.com

"Synthrotek 8 Step Analog Sequencer Prototype
with uScale, PEG, Z3000, and Pittsburgh Filter
Demonstration"

Terpstra Keyboard: 280 Color Changing Continuous Controllers on Indiegogo

The Terpstra Keyboard Concept - 280 Color Changing Continuous Controllers
Published on Sep 18, 2013

Discovering the Terpstra Keyboard prototype


Some of you might recognize the Terpstra from this previous post way back in 2006.

via Indiegogo: "Only two prototypes of this keyboard were ever made and we're raising money to bring the project back to life - improved and packed with amazing new features."

"Get a Terpstra Keyboard now at http://igg.me/at/terpstra/x/1633808 - limited edition, unique chance to own one!

Part 1/2 is about the keyboard layout and shows why the Terpstra is 12 times easier to learn and play than the classical keyboard, by taking a look at the definition of a generalized or isomorphic keyboard: an instrument having the keys arranged in a symmetrical manner, so that notes occupying the same relative position always make the same interval with each other.

A generalized keyboard makes it possible for any passage, chord, or combination of any kind, to have exactly the same form under the fingers, in whatever key it is played - not only for the standard tuning of 12 notes per octave, but also for any traditional tuning system (indian, arabic, chinese, etc) and any other microtonal layout.

The Terpstra Keyboard was an American Festival of Microtonal Music production made with support from Maldeb Foundation. Only 2 prototypes were ever made. It is available for a limited period, in a limited amount and at a fraction of the market price at:
http://igg.me/at/terpstra/x/1633808"

A Brief History of the Terpstra Generalized Keyboard
Published on Oct 4, 2013 Cortex Design Inc·1 video

Doepfer A135 Quad Linear VCA/ Voltage Controlled Mixer Audio Demo Two

Published on Oct 24, 2013 Raul's World of Synths·236 videos

"The second of two Audio Demonstrations of A135 Quad Linear VCA with oscilloscope views to show how external cv effects amplitude of an audio signal. Sound and Video by Raul Pena."

All parts here.

Spectralis Sample Library 2: Guitar and Bass Demo

"For this demo, only the DSP Synth parts were in use. The following samples are taken from the Spectralis sample library 2. The song is included as a demo for the library.

Ibanez Muted Clean String, Yamaha Bass, Takamine Chords, JX-3P Sync Lead, Sonor Drum samples, Accelerator Organ and Strings."

A few Roland D-10 sound demos

Published on Oct 24, 2013 SynthMania·278 videos

"I've always liked this synth since it came out in the late '80s. A friend of mine had one, and I especially loved its "Voxy Women Sing" patch. I bought a D-50 soon after because of my friend's D-10. It might not sound as impressive today, but I can assure you that back then, all these sounds were beautiful and state-of-the-art.

I ask viewers to please refrain from posting comments such as "The Roland D-50 is much better", "The D-10 sucks compared to the D-50", "the D-50 blows this out of the water" etc. because such comments are a bit obnoxious and of the Captain Obvious variety - anyone who knows the least bit about synths knows that yes, the D-50 sounds better than its smaller cousins. Please don't make a fool of yourself by posting such comments - although there always seems to be someone who does (typically the same kind of people who don't read the description). This is a video on the D-10, please stay on topic and make comments on the D-10, which is a cool synth by its own merit. I will make a D-50 video soon enough."

松武秀樹サン、MicroBruteでソロパフォーマンス

Third video added to this post. This one is a sound demo / performance.

MAESTRO W-1 Sound System For Woodwinds/Brass - also Guitar Synth

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"This is an amazing unit - basically a synth effects unit for brass/woodwind players - and is capable of some amazing textures and wild out-there sounds - works brilliantly with guitar, bass and all sorts of sources. Whilst it tracks well and is extremely versatile - please bear in mind that this is vintage analogue technology so is not as perfect as modern octave/synth pedals... Reputedly used by Kraftwerk, Neue, Mothers Of Invention, and of course a variety of jazz players..."

1983 SIMMONS SDS6 ELECTRONIC DRUMS PRINT AD

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via this auction

Check out one in the flesh in this post from XBS.

1979 WASP SYNTHESIZER ELECTRONIC DREAM PLANT LIMITED PRINT AD

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1979 MOOG CHICK COREA MULTIMOOG SYNTHESIZER PRINT AD

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1981 ROLAND RS-09 KEYBOARD SH-09 SYNTHESIZER PRINT AD

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"1981 Roland 09 Series - RS-09 Organ/String, SA-09 Saturn, CSQ-100 Digital Sequencer, SH-09 Synthesizer & EP-09 Electronic Piano Magazine Advertisement"

Oberheim Matrix 6 Sythesizer / Keyboard

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Oberheim OB-Xa

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Buchla Modular Sounds 7

Published on Oct 24, 2013 Joris Menten·86 videos

"Some experiment with the K4816, Time Machine and 287e Frequency Shifter"

New MicroBrute Videos by HOOKUPVideo - Side by Side with the MiniBrute

Published on Oct 24, 2013 HOOKUPVideo·138 videos

松武秀樹 x Frederic 対談
HOOKUPVideo·138 videos

Minibrutes on eBay

Update:

松武秀樹サン、MicroBruteでソロパフォーマンス



Also see: Arturia Minibrute Hooked up to a Vintage Moog Modular via HOOKUPVideo.

Arturia Officially Announces MicroBrute - Press Release

"Arturia makes massive analogue splash with miniature MicroBrute

'I really love the sound of the original MiniBrute, and the MicroBrute’s got that character and can be even wilder. You can get all kinds of crazy and musical interactions going on with other analogue gear and drum machines. Combine the two together and you’re rocking!'

- Adrian Utley, 2013 (Portishead)

GRENOBLE, FRANCE: music software and hardware company Arturia is proud to announce availability of the MicroBrute Analog Synthesizer — an amazingly compact and bijou, semi-modular analogue monosynth with inbuilt step sequencer, boasting MIDI, USB, and CV connectivity, together with a whole host of unique features — as of October 25...

Arturia’s award-winning MiniBrute Analog Synthesizer rapidly reset the price/performance ratio benchmark when soaring through the subtractive synthesis sound barrier last year to much critical acclaim and subsequent success. Today it is joined by its equally as big- sounding little brother, the MicroBrute Analog Synthesizer. Putting all the basic building blocks of an analogue synth classic into an even more compact and bijou package that’s pure hand-ons fun at an affordable price, the MicroBrute is guaranteed to bring big smiles to go with those big sounds!

But the MicroBrute Analog Synthesizer is actually anything but basic. For starters, just like its big brother, the OSCILLATOR that beats at its musical heart features SAW, TRIANGLE, and SQUARE waveforms that are all mixable to help shape the resulting sound without the limitations imposed by comparable contemporary and vintage synths alike. Additionally, the new Overtone oscillator generates additional harmonic content, ranging from one octave down to a fifth above the base OSCILLATOR pitch, while the Sub > Fifth control can continuously sweep spectrum. Moreover, Metalizer adds complex harmonics to the TRIANGLE waveform for creating harsh, harmonically-rich sounds, while Ultrasaw adds a lively and bright ensemble effect to the SAWTOOTH waveform — perfect for crafting sounds suited to dance anthems. And let’s not forget the all-important Pulse Width control for creating nasal-thin tones or rich square sounds. Simply speaking, never before has such a small, single-oscillator synth sounded so big!

Of course, filtering helps shape any analogue synth’s sound — be it big or small, and here the MicroBrute does not disappoint. Indeed, its distinctive-sounding Steiner-Parker FILTER plays a big part in helping give the MicroBrute a unique sound — again, just like its big brother. This filter design dates back to the Steiner-Parker Synthacon, an analogue monosynth built by the namesake Salt Lake City-based synth manufacturer between 1975 and 1979. Its HP (high-pass), BP (bandpass), and LP (lowpass) modes make for far more filtering flexibility than that found in synths many times the price! And that’s before factoring Arturia’s acclaimed Brute FactorTM into the equation, adding anything from subtle overdrive to full-blown intermodulation havoc — choose your settings, and let the fun begin!

Speaking of modulation, the easily accessible, front-panel mounted MOD MATRIX is a Volt per Octave-standard patchable system of modulation routing with ENV (envelope) out, LFO (low frequency oscillator) out, Ultrasaw modulator in, PWM (pulse width modulation) in, Metal (Metalizer) in, Overtone/Sub modulator in, Filter cutoff in, and Pitch in — meaning more in-depth, inbuilt sound-sculpting possibilities, as well as allowing Arturia’s own MicroBrute to be easily brought into the interfacing mix, or mixing and matching with third-party modular synth systems for far-out sonic explorations! Dig as deep as you need or dare to go with the MicroBrute!

Similarly, the new eight-Pattern step SEQUENCER is an almost endless source of inspiration and rhythmic creativity — step input notes and rests to create storable sequences that can be played back and switched between on the fly at a variable Rate or synchronised to external MIDI clock. Meanwhile, MIDI, USB, and CV GATE connectivity, of course, combine to ensure that the MicroBrute is ready and willing to talk to the outside electronic musical instrument world wherever it may find itself. It’s even blessed with an external audio Input with Input Level control, so why not use it to process whatever you feel like sticking into its 1/4-inch socket — within reason, of course!

With a space-saving 25-note mini-keyboard and weighing in at only 1.75kg, the MicroBrute Analog Synthesizer is truly compact and bijou, but punches well above its weight with a rip-roaring analogue sound spanning woofer-flapping bass, screaming leads, ear-opening effects, wave-folded growls, punchy drum sounds galore, and much in-between and beyond. Pick one up from an authorised Arturia dealer today!

MicroBrute can be purchased from the Arturia online store (http://www.arturia.com/evolution/en/buy/online-shop.html) or any authorised dealer for €329.00 EUR/$349.00 USD

Watch Arturia’s MicroBrute Official Trailer here: http://arturia.com/k4Lv1n/index.html"

If you are coming to this post directly from the interwebs, don't miss the previous overview video here with a link to the official intro teaser video from Arturia.

Sonic State's Arturia MicroBrute Exclusive Review & a Pic of the Back Jacks

Published on Oct 24, 2013 sonicstate·566 videos

"Arturia's new baby - is 100% analogue with a lot of features for the money - see what we make of it."

Note the CV jack inputs for the oscillator waveshapes not available on the original MiniBrute.  It looks like you can also sync it via CV at 13:30.

Pic of the back via D Baynes, via FSK1138.

Minibrutes on eBay

Also see: Arturia Microbrute Introduction Video

Modular - Grabacion Cosaquitos 2013

Published on Oct 24, 2013 Sebo Synth·8 videos

"Grabando algunos "ruidos" para el disco nuevo de Cosaquitos en Globo (www.cosaquitosenglobo.com.ar).

Recording some "noises" for the new album of Cosaquitos en Globo (www.cosaquitosenglobo.com.ar)."

via Sebastián Cordovés on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge: "I'm using the [Marc Bareille/Pappareil] Quantix-8 Wavetable module, modulated by a Sample & Hold and changing the tables manually."

Dinsync MODSEQ unboxing 1st tweeks

Published on Oct 24, 2013 FSK1138·200 videos

"here is a detail of the patch :

http://cdn.modulargrid.de/img/patches...

special thanks to Shawn Cleary from analogue haven for getting this to me"

Acidlab's Modular Spin on the 808/303

via I Dream of Wires on Facebook

Turing Machine Ultimate Bundle DIY Kit 30% Off Sale!

via Thonk - click through for full details and additional videos.

"For a limited period we are offering a full DIY kit that includes everything you need to build a fully expanded Turing Machine.

While stocks last this offer saves you 30% off the regular price of buying the kits separately. It’ll never be available at this low price again."


Music Thing Turing Machine Random Looping Sequencer from Tom Whitwell on Vimeo.

"DIY shift register sequencer module for Eurorack modular synth. Full details: http://musicthing.co.uk/modular/?page_id=21"

via Thonk:

"The designer Tom Whitwell describes his innovative approach to random sequencing as such:

'Hopefully the demo video (above) explains what it does – it’s a looping shift register sequencer, inspired by Ken Stone’s Gated Comparator and Grant Richter’s Noise Ring. It can loop for ever or be completely random, with CV control over the random vs loop-iness. You cannot program it to play specific tunes. You cannot save sequences. You can never go back to a sequence that has changed. It’s designed as a sequencer that you can steer roughly in one direction or another. + it makes a crazy wavetable wave shaper when clocked at audio rates.'"

New Din Sync AMNESIA Eurorack Module

via Paul Barker of Din Sync on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

"ok you might have guessed, its the trigger equivalent of the ModSeq. What we have here is an 8 step trigger sequencer that puts out around 10ms triggers. It has no tracks or memory hence the name and is aimed at being used for live performances. Works equally well with drums, great with lpgs or any other trigger duties. The clock thru is buffered, so you could use it to multi your clocks, or just buffer any signal. Should be available in about 4-6 weeks."

videos below.


more snotty noses Published on Oct 24, 2013

"damn cold...*sniffle* using Amnesia for pinging lpgs"


NO THATS NOT DARTH VADER, IVE GOT A SNOTTY NOSE :-D Published on Oct 24, 2013 phono1337·117 videos

"i had a cold that day, heres the Amnesia prototypes in action, final versions are alu panels with diffused leds"

Synthesis Fundamentals Workshop with the Bob Moog Foundation

You'll find the full gallery on Facebook here.

"EMErgence:Electronic Music Experience, is an educational event for students in the Asheville area created by LEAF Schools and Streets and the Bob Moog Foundation. The experience is comprised of two days of workshops and music events. EMErgence is funded by a generous grant from the Dan Lucas Foundation. The photos were taken at the Bob Moog Electronic Music Studio at UNC-Asheville and at Echo Mountain Recording Studios."

http://moogfoundation.org

Howard Jones Celebrates Debut Single 'New Song'

via Howard Jones Official on Facebook

Pretty cool to feature your favorite synth on the cover of your first single.  Roland's flagship Jupiter-8.  Howard Jones definitely made me lust for one.  Original video below.  You'll find a couple of live videos of Howard Jones performing 'New Song' previously posted here.  Note the Memorymoog rather than the Jupiter-8 in the second video.

"Howard Jones is celebrating 30 years since the release of his debut single 'New Song' with three very special UK concerts:

November 28th Norwich Epic
November 29th London Shepherds Bush Empire
November 30th Birmingham 02 Academy

http://bit.ly/1aFJp6O

The shows will be split into three parts starting with an 'unplugged' set followed by the debut performance of a brand new piece written especially for the shows. The final set will be a celebration of Howard's most popular songs with the occasional rarity thrown in as well.

EACH TICKET INCLUDES A FREE HOWARD JONES 30 CD , THE CD IS A COMPILATION OF RECORDINGS HOWARD HAS RELEASED OVER THE LAST 30 YEARS."

Howard Jones - New Song
Uploaded on Mar 23, 2010 howardjonesmusic·104 videos

"Howard Jones - New Song promo"

Arturia Minibrute Hooked up to a Vintage Moog Modular

Arturia MiniBruteを松武秀樹サンがいじってみた Published on Oct 23, 2013 HOOKUPVideo·135 videos

アナログシンセ大好きの大御所、松武さんがArturiaのアナログシンセ、Mini­Bruteを弾き倒し。
ご自身が所有する「タンス」（Moog Modular）にまで接続しちゃいました。

"Mogul, pine Takeshi analog synth love playing down analog synths Arturia, the MiniBrute.
I would connect you to their own "closet" to the (Moog Modular)."

Minibrutes on eBay

Dorit Chrysler Performance on François Chambard Theremin

via The New York Times

"Dorit Chrysler plays a theremin designed by François Chambard at the Judith Charles Gallery, where a dozen one-of-a-kind theremins are on display in the show 'Odd Harmonics.'"

The performance was at the Odd Harmonics Exhibit at Judith Charles Gallery New York running now.

This one in via Joe McGinty.

GIZZARD JUICE HALLOWEEN SPECIAL

Published on Oct 24, 2013 SuperRoss007·417 videos

Dementia Labs on eBay (RSS)

Creating two sequences with one Doepfer A 160

Published on Oct 24, 2013 GruithuisenCityMan·467 videos

"With only one Doepfer A-160, it's possible to get two different sequences at the same time. For even more fun, i have used two LFOs to trigger that A-160."

futur72

Published on Apr 30, 2013 aeljosph

"futur72acid2mx
l7-rack-2012dec16-4e
vegl74e-1"

Some synth spotting. Curious what that brown mini-key keyboard. RS7000 above it as you can see in the following video. Be sure to check out his channel for more.

This one in via Michael Dennis Raleigh on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge: "This Ukrainian fellow writes some really excellent music. He has like 4 views per video, but deserves a lot more. He has some crazy video effects that are... interesting, but his music is worth a listen and a subscription I'm sure!"  Agreed.

blim2 рубати (незавершений)
Published on Jul 25, 2013

Electricity in the fish life (Studio version)

"Audio impressions from old time radio broadcast. Performance together with Alexander Zolotov author of Virtual ANS.

Recording: Master Record for iPad itunes.apple.com/app/master-record/id662532945

Final processing: Audio Mastering for iPad itunes.apple.com/app/audio-mastering/id640515541

More about audio processing apps for iPad: audio-mastering-ipad.com

Instruments:

Virtual ANS for iPad itunes.apple.com/app/virtual-ans/id711384847

Author site:
warmplace.ru

VTOL sound boxes
vtol.cc/filter/system"


via Igor Vasiliev on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

*NEW* valve eq sound Ensoniq EPS16+ Nord Modular

Published on Oct 24, 2013 michal23pl·97 videos

"chill"

via Michal Patulski on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

"testing Nord Modular G1 and Ensoniq EPS 16+ (drums) with TLA eq1 fitted with Mullard and EHX tubes"

::: Macbeth Micromac-R with Modcan Dual Delay

via Sacha Ketterlin on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

Une Petit Buchla 2003

Published on Oct 24, 2013 Wein Glas·25 videos

"I got my Buchla 272e back from repair and this is the first patch i did with it. Although it does work fine now, it still acts very strange sometimes. It almost seems like it is alive!

So enjoy some Buchla sounds and a bit of gearporn!

Headphones recommended!"

Minimoog Voyager Old School Analog Synthesizer SN 0592

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"Includes: Owner's manual and patch book, power cable, two right-angle (on one end) instrument leads, and the gold/brass promo Moog knob (Filter or Volume size) This limited edition model Voyager has the same all-analog sound engine of the Voyager line, but without the digital nonsense in between you and the sound you want! It's the perfect, new, analog centerpiece for your rig!"

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Elumba Recording Studios Roland MKS-80 Rev5 Super Jupiter

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via the seller: "Sooooo, after a year of happily owning a Rev5, I bought into the hype, drank the kool-aid and purchased a Rev4. Since I have both Revs in my possession at the moment, I decided to do a lil A/B comparison. I was expecting to have my doors blown off but quite honestly there is not that much difference between the two. Yes there is a difference but it is negligible. The Rev4 is a bit warmer and rounder which may or may not be what you need for your particular project. The Rev5 is a bit crisper/clearer in comparison. With that being said, both are incredible analog machines with huge, rich, fat sounds. I wish I could afford to keep them both but that is just overkill. The only reason I'm deciding to put my Rev5 up for sale is because as long as the Rev4 mystique is in place, I can ask a good price for it in the future if I ever get in a bind. But to all you Rev5 owners, love and appreciate the machine you have and keep making funky music!!

This particular unit was owned by Elumba Recording Studios at one point (sticker still on the back plate) which is a studio that has helped usher in hits by likes of Whitney Houston, Toni Braxton, Bobby Brown, Sheena Easton, Patti LaBelle, Smokey Robinson, Baby Face and LA Reid to name a few. So you will also own a piece of music history."

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KORG DW-6000 Vintage Digital Analog Waveform Synthesizer w/ Case SN 002161

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mfb megazwerg synth semi modular

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"mfb megazwerg monophonic semi mod analogue synth. comes like new with all leads power manual box. ready to go patch fun, conect to sequencers..and other outs for unnlimited sound possabilerties..."

Sequential Circuits Siel Piano Forte

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ROLAND SH-2 SN 982742 with Original Roland Hard Case

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Mode Machines Professor Sequential Circuits Prophet 5 Style Midi Controller

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via this auction

I believe this was originally the Alkex Professor.  See the Alkex channel below for more.

"The Professor is a custom built midi controller that will take your experience of Prophet5 virtual instruments to a new level.

It's not practical to play an analog emulation with a mouse, especially when it offers so many real time parameters. Generic midi controllers are fun but you have to remember which knob does what!

The Professor features:

-Full control over the Prophet5 synth with 25 illuminated push buttons, 27 knobs
-Included software (MAC, PC & LINUX) to remap each and every parameter.
-USB powered plug and play so you don't require any midi interfaces, drivers or power supplies.
-Total update function that sends all knob/switch positions in a single midi burst to update your synth after a patch change (repeat the same button 10 times).
-High quality laser cut red oak
-Portable with compact footprint ( 42cm x 13cm x 6cm)

Get ready to rediscover your virtual instrument!"

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Hammond Solovox Vintage Tube Synthesizer Organ with Tone Cabinet

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SNs 84278 & 1108

Why is there a fork in it?

"Hammond Solovox which is in working condition. Everything on the keyboard is working aside from the vibrato. This keyboard was produced in the 1940s and is one of the first synthesizers ever produced. While it may not be the most practical keyboard for live use it does have a unique sound that would fit in great in any studio setting."

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Roland Jupiter 6 Analog Synthesizer with Europa Mod

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"Cosmetically there is one scratch above VCO 1 (thanks cat). It looks a LOT worse in the photo due to the flash.

The Europa mod allows most of the synth parameters to be controlled through midi (filter, etc...)"

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Roland Jupiter-6 SN 555149

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PEARL SYNCUSSION SY-1

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Each channel has an oscillator that can produce different basic waveforms which can be shaped with its own simple envelope generator. Oscillator pitch can be swept with the SWEEP control either positively (i.e. start high and drop in pitch -) or negatively (the pitch rises through the sweep). However, each channel also has an LFO with variable speed and depth and a choice of square and sawtooth waveforms. There's also a noise generator and a sample/hold function and so, with some adventurous programming, a very wide range of sounds is possible. it also come with the original case!"

Hordijk Modular studio jam

Published on Oct 24, 2013 casperelectronics synthesizers·80 videos

"A little demo of my new live performance rig. Not a great quality recording but good enough to give an idea of what I'm working with.
In the back is a Hordijk brand modular synth. In the front is my analog sound and light synth. Also based on Rob Hordijks Benjolin circuit with lots and lots of tweaks.
Next to that is an Electro Harmonix Memory Man with a few tweaks + external clock tap tempo control.

The Modular has 4 modules (from left to right)
-Triple VC-LFO with added fine tune on the full range sine wave VCO.
-Rungler Module. Dual VCO with shift register based feedback sequence/noise generator. + added fine tune knobs for both VCOs
-Dual mixer/cross-fader/pre-amp. This is my own design. nothing special. just a few opamps.
-24db multi mode VCF.

The Sound/Light synth is made up of:
- 2 Benjolin circuits (each made of 2 VCOs, 1 VCF and 1 chaos sequencer)
-Fine control of all oscillators including tuning for SETS of oscillators.
- 4 channel audio mixer
- 2 pre-amps
- Extra attenuable CV control and clock inputs for everything.
- 4 banana to 1/4" converters
- Transistor based high power LED controller. Allows me to convert signals from within the synth into an intense tri color light display."

1982 Sound Master ST-305 German Ad

via synthmuseum.de

Instruments & Effects Coming to Genome MIDI Sequencer for iOS

via White Noise Audio

"Built in Audio Modules – These are instruments and effects built into Genome that you can use to make full songs within Genome. This requires a little more detail:

New track-based audio ‘Racks’ where you can add synthesizers, samplers and effects and hook them up however you like.
Instrument modules include analog synths, drum machines and samplers. The drum machine includes some of the core parts of bleep!BOX.
Effects include distortion, chorus, phaser etc.
The sampler module uses the open SFZ sample format. It does not support 100% of the opcodes that SFZ includes, but the hope is that it can be expanded over time. I am also open sourcing the SFZ player module in the hopes that other developers can contribute code and to help promote the SFZ format. The code for this is located on Github.
You can save presets for each instrument and effect
Knob motions can be automated and recorded into your patterns using CC messages.
Genome’s internal instruments can be played using external MIDI input (ex. a keyboard or other apps)
Audio output can be recorded to .WAV

I know some people will be unhappy about Genome’s expansion from being purely a MIDI sequencer to becoming a DAW. Rest assured that nothing is changing with the existing MIDI workflow and I will continue to add new features to the MIDI editor over time."

Additional updates are planned as well.  You can find the full list at White Noise Audio here.

Genome MIDI Sequencer - White Noise Audio Software

Pittsburgh Modular Phase Shifter

Published on Oct 24, 2013 Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizers·13 videos

"The Pittsburgh Modular Phase Shifter is a complex, 16 stage, analog effect module designed to expand on the classic swirls, rich swooshes, and doppler effects associated with the phaser.

The Phase Shifter module uses 16 stages to create a very rich, full sound. The module splits the 16 stages into 2 separate chains of 8 for greater flexibility and to allow for extremely deep modulation options. Resonance can be positive or negative and the module will self oscillate at extreme settings."

Part 1 in the series featuring Pittsburgh designer Michael Johnson here.

Elka controls and random doodling

Published on Oct 24, 2013 SPFXsynthesisers·38 videos

"Just a quick video showing some of the controls of the Elka solist for Kontakt 5.
I'm just randomly doodling on the keyboard making random sounds 'on the fly' just to give a taste of some of the sounds that can be made."