Sunday Evening Jam

Sunday Evening Jam from Mark Angel on Vimeo.

"Just messing about with my synths."

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ReSyn - testing

Published on Mar 23, 2014 gugabox·24 videos

"First tests using ReSyn with an SFX-JII and a tablet. Only basic functionality available at the moment"

iMini as a white noise generator helped this baby go to sleep!

via Paul Cunningham on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

Update via David in the comments: "New research indicates that use of white noise generators to help babies sleep may have long-term deleterious effects on hearing. The advise is: don't."

I did a quick search as I was curious if it had to do with the frequencies being played or volume levels and proximity of the device to the child. The following is via CNN and seem to be the consensus among other reports I found:

"But how loud should these machines be? How long should you keep them running? Should you put them close to your baby's ears, or on the other side of the room?

A new study in the journal Pediatrics suggests that some noise machines have the ability to produce sounds so loud that they exceed safe levels for adults, let alone infants, and therefore could potentially damage infants' hearing and hinder auditory development.

However, it's important to note that the goal of the study was to measure the maximum effective output levels -- not to observe direct effects on children. Experts disagree on what recommendations should be given on using these machines..."

PAiA 4783 Joystick Controller

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"The PAiA 4783 Joystick Controller is a versatile, yet compact, method to control up to 3 simultaneous parameters on a modular synthesizer. Motion on both the X & Y axis produces separate outputs, with range and bias adjustments for each. Additionally, the metal joystick shaft serves as a touch activated trigger source to initiate a variety of preprogrammed effects on command. Switch selectable multiplier function allows processing of remotely generated control waveforms. The Joystick is powered by 2 9V batteries. The CV Output is +/-4 V, Trigger Output is +8 and the CV Input is up to +/-5 V..."

Elka Wilgamat lll Vintage Analog Synth Drum Machine

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"Below is an interesting article and great source of information about the Wilgamat lll and potential mod to make it work just right." [here]

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Teenage Engineering OP-1 Digital Synthesizer Sampler w/ Wooden Case

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"Unit includes op1, custom made wooden case with hinged lid and IO holes so you can use the op1 without even removing it from the case..."

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kawai K3 synthesizer RAW DEMO // no effects or post processing

Published on Mar 23, 2014 PetrolLimiter·9 videos

"early days with the new lady in my life. all patches programmed by petrol limiter. *NOTE* No custom waveform was used in any of these sounds, I havent even got around to using that yet :p

my thoughts---

PROS:

*very easy to program, button per function

*a real "hybrid" sound, halfway between analog and digital

*handsome, utilitarian appearance

*great sounding filter

CONS:

*cranking the resonance really pinches the sound, especially if the filter isn't moving via an envelope.

*no detune for the unison mode(mono)

*a separate lfo routing or envelope for osc2 would exponentially increase your programming options

*headphones jack is noisy to the point of unusable. probably just my unit though"

clocking

Published on Mar 23, 2014 Ebotronix·974 videos

4ms Peg, QCD² / Expander², QPLFO, RCD
Analogue Systems RS100²,RS110²²,RS 170,RS 360²
Arp Odyssey 2821 white noise
Doepfer A118, A134²², A143-2,A148,A149-1
A151²²,A160/161, A175²²,A185-2, A 138a²²b²²c²²²
Flame Chord Machine²,Talking Synth Module²
foh choices
Grendel Formant Filter²
Make Noise Brains,PP, Maths²,modDemix²²,
Optomix,QMMG,René, Wogglebug²
Malekko Anti²²,Uncle³,Jag,
Moog Freqbox ²²,MP201panning
Oberheim Sem bass
Soldano SP77 Tube Preamp
Simmons Clap Trap
SSL Modulation Orgy
Tip Top Audio Z8000 manual voltage source
Toppobrillo Quantimator²,Sportmodulator,TWF²
Logic masterclock to Kenton Pro 2000²
FX :Boss VF1,Lexicon MX 400,PCM 80,TC M One XL
mackie the mixer³

Abstract Data ADE-31 Logic Boss & Wave Boss

Published on Mar 23, 2014 jamescigler·30 videos

"A brief description and overview of the Abstract Data ADE-31 Logic Boss.

Website and Manual:
http://abstractdata.biz/ade31/index.html
http://abstractdata.biz/ade31/manual/..."

Abstract Data ADE-30 Wave Boss

Published on Mar 23, 2014 jamescigler·30 videos

"A brief description and overview of the Abstract Data ADE-30 Wave Boss.

Website and Manual:
http://abstractdata.biz/ade30/index.html
http://abstractdata.biz/ade30/manual/..."

Bass Acquisition

Published on Mar 23, 2014 kj6bbs·47 videos

"This may be it. The bass I've been looking for."

Benjolin and the bells

Published on Mar 23, 2014 staphlebug·11 videos

"Headphones recommanded, please watch in HD.

Quite a complex patch where the main actors are :

- Epoch Modular Rob Hordijk's Benjolin
- Mutable Instruments Braids
- Make Noise Wogglebug / Echophon / Optomix / Pressure Points
- Wiard Malekko Noisering
- Snazzy FX Wow & Flutter
- some Doepfer

Added some digital and spring reverbs, let it go, adjusted a couple of modulation factors from time to time... The Benjolin is a wonderful module, its sound and filters are fantastic and the cvs/gates it offers are crazy. The possibilities are endless, this patch shows only shows a tiny bit of what it can do.

Enjoy !

(more music : soundcloud.com/duplan)"

ALIEN MIND optical theremin

Published on Mar 23, 2014 SuperRoss007·432 videos

"optical theremin by DeMenTia laBs"

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Rare Waves / Lite to Sound

Published on Mar 23, 2014 ISOTROPOSPHERE·122 videos

"Rare Waves / Eric Archer - Lite 2 Sound DIY device.

Not to be confused with opto-sensors, the kind used with many opto theremin type devices this device utilizes a photo diode.

I have modified my kit with a custom designed housing and lense housing for the photo diode which is extended from the circuit board and housing.

The photo diode responds very well to the red and infra-red spectrums but other light sources have unique results as well, here are some of my experiments for you, my loyal subscribers.

Video re-done with better audio and entertainment value...Hope you like it better this time, this is a hard device to capture because it works best in darkness."

Sequential circuits Prophet 5 Power Supply Modifications Part 2 (By Synthpro)

Published on Mar 23, 2014 synthpro·112 videos

"Hello everyone,

this is an update on the modifications I made to the power supply in my Pro 5."

Part 1 here.

Claus Martin - Going Modular - Test 20

Published on Mar 23, 2014 csmcrckrs·57 videos

"I'm on facebook! https://www.facebook.com/clausmartinm...

Free album: http://clausmartin.bandcamp.com

Yet another song based on the beloved Turing Machine + PEG + Braids + Optomix combo.

- Lead Sequences: Eurorack Modular
- Bass: Juno 60 and Ibanez Bass Guitar
- Pads: Roland JX-3P
- FX: Line6 Echo Pro, Alesis Midiverb
Drums & Editing: Ableton Live"

CCequencer - Lemur template

Published on Mar 23, 2014 Softcore·19 videos

"A small demo of CCequencer - a Lemur template for sequencing of MIDI CC. In the video, controlling the iOS synth app Sunrizer

Liine user library download:
https://liine.net/en/community/user-l..."

iTunes: Lemur - Liine | Sunrizer synth - BeepStreet

MATRIXSYNTH Lounge Studio Pics

Studio pics from readers of MATRIXSYNTH via the MATRIXSYNTH Lounge.

Facebook gallery where you can find follow-up comments for each here.  Also keep an eye out for new studio pics there.

Featured in order:

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Nabla Strings VST

"Nabla is the only audio source (plus some delay, reverb and slight compression)"

"The Nabla is a VST™2.4 software instrument for Microsoft Windows® simulating the KORG Delta DL-50 Strings Synthesizer from 1979. Is is written in native C++ code for high performance and low CPU consumption. The main features are:

Paraphonic Synthesizer and Strings sections
Up to 64 voices polyphony
Synthesizer section:
Four band-limited frequency divider-driven signal generators
Additional noise generator
4-pole zero-delay feedback bandpass/lowpass filter
Strings section:
Two band-limited frequency divider-driven signal generators
2-band equalizer
Ensemble effect
Flexible pitch/filter modulation by LFO or noise
Tweaks (not to be found in the original Delta):
"GOD Mode" to provide true polyphony
Panning for Synthesizer/Strings sections
Built-in phaser and delay effects
Double precision audio processing
All parameters can be controlled by MIDI controllers
Plug-in comes in 32 bit and 64 bit versions
Fully compatible with SM Pro Audio's V-Machine™
On the track "nabla", the Nabla is the only audio source (plus some delay, reverb and slight compression).
Also highly recommended: Vale de Lágrimas and Kilik where crisch'r uses the Nabla extensively!

On the track "nabla" [above], the Nabla is the only audio source (plus some delay, reverb and slight compression).
Also highly recommended: Vale de Lágrimas and Kilik where crisch'r uses the Nabla extensively!"

The following is a quick demo of the Nabla Strings VST:

Korg Volca Keys in Mini Suitcase

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Unfortunately, the case is not included.

EMINENT SOLINA STRING ENSEMBLE VS EMINENT SOLINA P 355

Published on Mar 23, 2014 Jason Basson·174 videos

"I just transformed my black Solina String Ensemble to a golden one.Here I demonstrate the difference in violinsound between the original Solina String Ensemble and the Solina P355."

QuasiTheremin

Published on Mar 23, 2014 Miguel d'Oliveira·40 videos

"Moog Voyager.
Playing melody + arpeggios on a monophonic synth with a single take.
Minimoog Voyager: Oscillators 1+2 play the arpeggio while I play the melody with the frequency knob of Oscillator 3."

The Real World of Kraut

Published on Mar 21, 2014 Wein Glas·32 videos

"Turn on Your Lava Lamp and Surrender to 'The Real World of Kraut'!

Another track from the Album 'Game Over!' available for free download on Game of Life:
http://gameoflife.bandcamp.com/album/...

Buchla 200e and Zerosum Inertia Tube Modules never sounded this psychedellic before ;-)"

via Wein Glas on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

FUUUUUUUNNNNNN modular synthesizer meeting Tokyo #02

via Nobuhiko Nakayama on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

More pics here.

Roland Aira TB-3 quick demo and first switch on

Published on Mar 22, 2014 strayferal·84 videos

"2014-03-22 Roland Aira TB-3 quick demo and first switch on"

View of the virtual keyboard.

via Stray Feral on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

"Officially it's from yesterday in the stores guys. I got it. Roland are aggressive now - at least in Toronto stores they put a stand with the bassline, the drum machine and the voice processor for the visitors to test"

And the unboxing video:

Unboxing Roland Aira TB-3 Touch Bassline


Roland Aira's on eBay

Bob Moog & Keith Emerson

via Moog Music on Facebook

"Happy CV Sunday! Love, your friends at Moog.

See Keith Emerson next month at Moogfest in Asheville, NC: www.moogfest.com/tickets"

Syl Kougaï - Live from the Studio - Twinkling 03

Syl Kougaï - Live from the Studio - Twinkling 03 from Syl Kougaï on Vimeo.

"Episode Three of the video series of music performed live straight from the Studio.
This session titled "En Cavale" is a Red-Modular-Martial improvisation on the arpeggiator theme of the Pink Floyd's track 'On the run'.
Recorded on March 2014.

DOWNLOAD THIS TRACK :
http://sylkougai.bandcamp.com/track/twinkling-three-en-cavale

Watch the previous episodes:
http://sylkougai.com/twinkling-01/
http://sylkougai.com/twinkling-02/"

via Syl Kougaï on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

2 x Roland AIRA TB-3, AIRA TR-8 and vintage MC-202. Moving outside the normal "303" range of sound.

Published on Mar 22, 2014 retrosynthads·3 videos

"2 x Roland TB-3, Roland TR-8, Roland MC-202 and Boss mini-effects rack (using delay). Sync'd using the trusty Korg KMS-30. Testing outside the normal "303".

Re: audio quality issues - remember, I don't know what I'm doing. Still learning.

Visit the Retro Synth Ads blog at http://retrosynthads.blogspot.com"

Roland Aira's on eBay

Vintage Original Buchla Dual Mixer Model 206

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MOOG The Rogue Vintage Analog Synth Synthesizer NR MINT in Original Box SN 9381

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ROLAND TB-303 Bassline with Kenton CV Mod

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via the seller: "OK, this is probably the most sought-after Synth on the Planet!! Needless to say more! This is like a "fetisch" among all producers of all kinds… this is the ultimate and original ACID machine everyone talks about!

And the best part is that THIS ONE, was bought by me, 1ST HAND by Roland, Greece, which was their LAST PIECE IN STOCK, so I bought it NEW, and took the GREATEST care of it!!

As you can see in the pics, this is in near-mint condition, both operationally and aesthetically.

It has a Kenton socket modification on the back rear side, which enables it to be controlled through MIDI, using a suitable midi to CV converter such as the Kenton's PRO-4. The mod included the addition of 5 sockets for midi to CV control. Those are: CV, GATE, FILTER, ACCENT, SLIDE. Total control of your 303 indeed!!"

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Roland TR-606 Drum Machine

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MFB Tanzbar Analog Drum Machine & Synth

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TipTop Audio Trigger Riot Sequencer Eurorack Module with Original Box

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Punk Pac-Man.

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Novation Bass Station II Synthesizer

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Micro Moog Vintage Synthesizer SN 1893

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yammy happy

via Jon Adams on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

"He's yammy happy"

BTW, the synth cat meme started way back in 2005. Here's the first one on the site.

There are 742 posts to date on the Synth Cats channel.

Update: Also check out CatSynth for a blog dedicated to cats and synths, and of course a couple of cats in an Obama "Yes we Cat" motiff ended up becoming the mascot for the Muff Wiggler modular forum.

Cwejman QMMF-4 Initial Test with Mega Saturation

Published on Mar 22, 2014 bigcitymusic·316 videos

"Here's a quick test of the new Cwejman QMMF-4 module with plenty of saturation.

2x Cwejman D-LFO's (4 oscillators) are fed from the 4MS VCA Matrix into the Master 'Audio Input' of the Cwejman QMMF-4.

From the Master Input, each filter voice from the 'POST' output: (1. OSC-SAT, 2. OSC-SAT, 3.RES, 4.OSC) is fed back into the 'Audio Input' of the previous filter channel. Each output of the Cwejman PH-4 is used to modulate the Cutoff modulation of each filter channel (offset by 90 degrees). Audio Input per filter channel is turned up to feedback each filter voice into the Master MultiMode Output, of which the 'WET' signal is being directly monitored."

Macbeth Elements Synthesizer VIDEO 1

Published on Mar 23, 2014 macbethsynthesizers·106 videos

"Presenting the MacBeth Elements Synthesizer!
The MacBeth Elements synthesizer is a full scale Electronic Music Synthesizer built around analogue circuits and sound!
Where to start? I get lost 7 minutes in!
This VIDEO 1.....Video 2 shortly!
The Elements Synthesizer is currently available to order at Alex 4/Schneiders Buero, Analogue Haven and Awave it can be bought directly as well"

MacBeth Elements SynthesizerVIDEO2

Published on Mar 24, 2014 macbethsynthesizers·108 videos

"Here is another video of the MacBeth Elements Synthesizer...more spaced out meanderings! I will be doing what I call *standard* demos....but some people seem to like the off beat stuff that I'm doing...! All sounds on here- one machine! Available for purchase from Analogue Haven/Schneiders/Alex4/Awave....and direct! Release date June 2014"

MacBeth Elements SynthesizerVIDEO3

Published on Mar 24, 2014

"Here's a slightly more dramatic video- a face off between the Elements Synthesizer and the MacBeth MK1 Monster 5U Modular Synthesizer! The keyboard and modulation functions are driving the bottom row of the Mk1 Modular - that is (including the Elements synthesizer) 6 audio oscillators. The Elements Spring Reverberator is well active here too....! The row above on the Mk1 is another 3 Oscillators/Mixer/Filter/EGs etc and that is being driven in a percussive way froma Korg SQ-10 Voltage Controlled sequencer...watch out for one of my (own) x-series modules fly out of the rack I'm at as I bash away! I wasn't screwed in- and it made a soft landing! As mentioned in previous videos- the Elements Synthesizer is available for pre-order from Analogue Haven/Schneiders'/Alex4 and Awave! THings should be out in June!"

MacBeth Elements Synthesizer VIDEO4 (A)

Published on Mar 25, 2014 macbethsynthesizers·109 videos

"Here's a short burst of arpeggiated sound coming from the MacBeth Elements synthesizer.....for me, it's a familiar sound from some of my favourite Brit records from the seventies! It's a short burst- and the demo is called VIDEO4 (A) as my darned cam battery ran out out of charge! I'll do 4 (B) shortly....but this gives you another taste of things coming!"

MacBeth VIDEO5: Elements Synth- Spring Reverberation- Send/Return

Published on Apr 9, 2014 macbethsynthesizers·110 videos

"This VIDEO5 of the Macbeth Elements synthesizer! Here I explore some of the qualities of the deep Spring Line Reverberator that come with the synth- there is a Send/Recieve to the Spring Line Tank- it's not just the Spring line that you can attach to the Elements- as was suggested to me at the Frankfurt Musik Messe- why not use other things too......towards the end of this video- I've connected a Yamaha RX50 that I dug out to experiment with. I use pitch shifting and echo! The best part of the Spring Line unit circuit that I've done- is that it is practically, noise free!"

MacBeth Elements Synthesizer VIDEO6: Look North.

Published on Apr 11, 2014 macbethsynthesizers·111 videos

"This is my Sixth video of the Elements Synthesizer which features the 'Send/Return' Jack on the back! I've coupled once again the somewhat ancient Yamaha RX-50 effector that I have here. Also used- a Korg Sq-10 sequencer and some of the MacBeth Mk1 5U modular units...I wanted to record this as I was pretty blown away by the hugeness of sound! Again- whilst plying the Elements- it's the control/tactile feel of the larger controls that makes this thing very instrumental/mental!"

VIDEO7: DRONE- LIKE! MacBeth Elements Synthesizer

Published on Apr 14, 2014 macbethsynthesizers·112 videos

"I recently got asked to do a drone-like video of the Elements Synthesizer.....! So, here I go- can't keep my hands off the synth though! Also included- some sample and hold from the Mk1 Modular....again, I've put the vintage Yamaha RX-50 in the effects loop instead of the Spring Reverberastion Tank!....and indeed, that curatain needs fixed!"

SNAZZY FX: CHAOS COLORS

Published on Mar 23, 2014 snazelle·122 videos

Real Roland TR-808 beats part 1: SLOW - Harlem Nights

Published on Mar 23, 2014 harlemnightsmusic·41 videos

"Part 1 89-110 BPM. I had an 808 for some time, made these beats with it.. Some Man Parrish inspired. Occasional synthdrum from Korg Electribe SX. Part 2 coming soon.

Contains video footage of Man Parrish - Hip Hop Bebop (Don't Stop).

These loops and drumhits can be downloaded as individual mixable parts at Zenhiser: http://goo.gl/CkqDTo

Thanks
HN"

Real TR808 pt 2: FAST - Harlem Nights

Published on Jun 11, 2014 harlemnightsmusic·42 videos

"Part 2 145-170 BPM. I had an 808 for some time, made these beats with it.

These loops and drumhits can be downloaded as individual mixable parts at Zenhiser: http://goo.gl/CkqDTo

Thanks
HN"

Aira TR-8, TB-3, VT-3 - Sunday morning concert 4 two cats

Published on Mar 23, 2014 Trooper Starship·18 videos

"my first try with the 3 new airas, something "live" on sunday morning for my cats... :-)"

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Roland Tr-8 Aira Test by Jens Aderholz

Published on Mar 23, 2014 Jens Aderholz·88 videos

"First Test with theRoland Tr-8 Aira Test by Jens Aderholz."

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Ambient Improv with Korg Mono/Poly, Access Virus TI, Nord Lead 3

Published on Mar 23, 2014 The Outsider·14 videos

"This is a culmination of two nights' worth of noodling around in the "Command Center." For Part I, which goes from the beginning to around the 9:00 mark, a Korg Mono/Poly provides the arpeggio, with delay and reverb from TC Electronics D-Two and M-One processors. The pads are from a Virus TI with a touch of ephemera from Lexicon's MPX1 and PCM80 processors. Part II sees the Mono/Poly doing arpeggio duties again, with the same effects processors as Part I but different settings. A Nord Lead 3 adds a menacing, abrasive pad I cooked up myself, and again the Virus TI provides a pad, with both of these receiving a coat of silky lushness thanks to the aforementioned Lexicons.

Played live. Recorded into Logic Pro X through an aggregate device consisting of two Mackie Onyx series firewire mixers, the 1220 (modded by me) and 1620i.

Photos were shot with Nikon D3, AF Nikkor 35-70 f/2.8 set to 35mm Macro mode, on a tripod, with 1/10sec. to 1/2sec. exposure times. Slightly tweaked in iPhoto. Some gear that made it into the video was actually not used on these tracks, but did provide blinking light goodness nonetheless. Video made in iMovie."

More sonic experiments in the lab this afternoon

Published on Mar 23, 2014 VoltageCtrlRtv·28 videos

Z777 feat. DJ Semblance- FN'FM (the analog beatbox)

Published on Mar 22, 2014 MrCzimmer777·23 videos

"The head (feat: DJ Semblance) in the back plays the iPad lines and everything else is powered by 'the beatbox'. The Beatbox starts with a Mattson SQ816 to WMD Mulitmode Envelope Generator to Maths to 4ms Pingable Envelope Generator to Tip Top 909/808 combo to z3000 smart VCO to Synthesizers.com VCA and borrowing from two .com VCOs all back through WMD VCF. Otherwise, this sound is now gone with the patch so enjoy."

light staccato & pegs light

Published on Mar 22, 2014 SunFallsMusic·20 videos

"Grooving out on the LP1Lightplane, PEG and Piston Honda MkII."

pegs light

Published on Mar 22, 2014

"Realizing the sensitivity and wonderful combination of... SoundMachines LP1Lightplane CVx andCVy running into 4ms Peg to control the Piston Honda MkII."

Salve intemerata (Thomas Tallis)

Published on Mar 22, 2014 Richard Galbraith·5 videos

"This is the first third or so of Tallis' motet Salve intemerata for five voices, performed and recorded using a modular synthesizer. Modules by Synthesizers.com, MOTM, SSL, Grove Audio, and MegaOhm Audio were used. Reverb is Valhalla Room."

3MT - ACID LAB (Live PA)

Published on Mar 22, 2014 Augmented Rob·98 videos

"1 loop + 1 take = ACID LAB
I ran the 303 through the Electribe and this is what came out..."