KORG Ports DS10 to iPhone with New iDS-10 Mobile Synth World

KORG iDS-10 for iPhone - Introduction Movie

Published on Nov 30, 2015 KORGINC

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KORG iDS-10 for iPhone - Beat Making

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"** Debut Discount: 50% OFF until December 28! Sale Price US$9.99 (Regular price US$19.99) **

The latest title in the KORG DS-10 series, now available for the iPhone!

The KORG DS-10 series was an enormous hit for the Nintendo DS. Now, seven years later, it has undergone a further evolution while staying true to its original spirit. Now available is the KORG iDS-10, a portable synthesizer studio for iPhone.

The KORG iDS-10 combines a cutting-edge analog synthesizer, voice synthesizer, and analog drum machine inspired by motifs from the original KORG DS-10. This iPhone app gives you a hand-held system to easily create electronic music, which requires persuasive sound with a minimal number of notes.

*** Powerful analog synthesizer lets you visually learn sound design ***
The analog synthesizer provides carefully selected parameters, making it easy to enjoy sound design. The unique patching function also lets you create sound in even deeper ways. Since all parameters can be automated, you have a wide range of song-production possibilities. Each synthesizer provides five types of effect with an oscilloscope that helps you see the sound. This cutting-edge synth engine takes full advantage of the iPhone’s CPU to generate astonishing sound, and will heighten your enjoyment using the KORG DS-10.

*** Enter your lyrics, and the voice synthesizer turns them into a voice ***
The voice synthesizer is one of the popular features of the KORG iDS-10. Based on a vocoder, its engine makes it easy to generate voices. It also supports input via a microphone which can be used as a conventional vocoder. The parameters are optimized for creating such voices, so you’ll be able to enjoy sound design with a different character than an analog synthesizer, further widening the possibilities for your music.

*** Analog drum synthesizer makes it easy to produce the sounds that you want ***
Drums are now more important than ever, and the iDS-10 provides an analog drum machine that’s carefully tuned for easy creation of powerful sounds. With total control over six drum sounds (kick, snare, hihat1 / ihat2, tom, and percussion), you can create awesome tracks with high impact.

*** Smart keyboard and KAOSS mode make step-recording enjoyable ***
The smart keyboard lets you specify a scale so that you can step-record without worrying about “wrong” notes. And of course there’s also KAOSS mode, where you can produce a limitless range of great-sounding phrases, with just a touch of the keyboard. The scale setting is also applied to the sequencer’s note display, so you can enjoy producing songs whether or not you have any musical knowledge or experience.

*** Pattern play that you can perform in real time ***
The pattern play capability of the KORG DS10 has further evolved, generating amazing user performances. You can seamlessly play 32 patterns, and also manipulate track mute and solo settings in real time. It’s guaranteed to result in the kind of protean acts that are notable in modern day DJ performances.

*** Send your songs by email for collaborative music productions ***
There’s a function that allows the transfer of song data via email, making it easy to exchange songs with your friends.

*** Mystery bingo!? ***
And then there’s the enigmatic mystery bingo; as you continue enjoying the KORG iDS-10, the full picture will become clearer …

This app was produced in cooperation with the game music and app production company 'Detune.' Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the world of the KORG iDS-10 that resulted from this collaboration with Detune Inc.

The first title in the KORG DS-10 series was the KORG DS-10 which was announced in 2008. The second title was the KORG DS-10 PLUS which launched in 2009.
These are products of Marvelous Inc. For more details, refer to the following pages of that company’s website:

http://www.korgds10synthesizer.com/

More info at korg.com"

Robert T : Cirrus Live @ Festival (506)

Published on Nov 30, 2015 Robert T

"A gopro video of my live set at Festival (506) for Music NB .

Audio was captured at the soundboard and blended with the gopro audio to get the audience sounds and some of the entertaining ambience

This audio available as well as the studio version of Cirrus on my Bandcamp page

https://robertt.bandcamp.com/album/ci...

Gear used:
Elektron Analog 4 ( Black Box )
Roland TR909 drum machine ( Beige box that says "Roland" ) ,
Clavia Nord Micromodular (Red box) ,
Strymon Bigsky reverb machine (Blue Box )

Thanks to Marc 'Bones' Leblanc for the video recording , Festival (506) for the audio ,and of course Paul 'Paranerd' Goguen for the assistance with the audio mastering

Also thanks to all the people who have encouraged me and like hearing my music, it means a lot . cheers

Robert T."

Korg SQ-10 Analog Step Sequencer SN 151539

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"Korg SQ-10 analog step sequencer in excellent condition. Works perfectly and cosmetically very nice. Please see photos. A very good old-school sequencer from Korg. Designed for the MS series synthesizers and using Korg's CV / Gate control the SQ-10 sequencer can really surprise you with some groovy basslines. Three channel output allows pitch, tone color and timing variation. Use the knobs to adjust and build up a sequence. Sure it's limited to 12 steps (with a max of 24) but when you hook that up to your MS-10, MS-20 or MS-50 you can get some pretty cool TB-303 like stuff happening. Because the SQ-10 outputs CV (Control Voltage) it can also be connected to the Oscillators, VCF (filter) or LFO's of your MS synths for even cooler tricks. Using a CV / Gate converter allows you to use the SQ-10 with other Roland, Moog, Sequential and even MIDI synthesizers. It's definitely a fun instrument which allows you to program basslines just like they did back in the early days! Also please note this has a non-American style plug and runs on 220V. I will include a plug adapter to fit American outlets (see photo) but you will need a step down transformer - like these Check my other listings for more gear I'm selling off in anticipation of tax day."

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ROLAND OP-8 CV Interface

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"Roland OP-8 CV Interface, very good condition. Works perfectly. Some minor cosmetic wear but no dents. Also please note this has a China/Australia style plug and runs on 220V. I will include a plug adapter to fit American outlets (see photo) but you will need a step down transformer - like these The rare and hard to find DCB cable is included. The OP-8 is the interface making it possible to control the Juno-60 or Jupiter-8 by the MC-4 or MC-8. Although the OP8 were made to connect with the MC4 and or Juno 60 / Jupiter 8, it will accept a 1 volt per octave signal from any synth of that standards. See this page for more information. Check my other listings for more gear I'm selling off in anticipation of tax day."

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Animodule Line amp for Eurorack Modular Guitar / rhodes to Synth level

Published on Nov 30, 2015 Flux302 of Fluxwithit.com

"Euorack Module that brings Line and Instrument level gear up to Modular Synth Levels! check it out here http://www.animodule.com/product/line..."

Rare BOSS SYB-3 BASS SYNTHESIZER WRIST WATCH !

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Some serious synth bling here.

Note the knobs appear to be beneath a glass screen.

"VERY RARE BOSS SYB-3 BASS SYNTHESIZER WRIST WATCH!

Full working order

Excellent condition

Complete with original presentation case with foam inserts!

Very cool and very rare collectable promotional item from Boss!

A Watch shaped like an GE-7 EQUALIZER pedal!

These are some of the hardest pieces of Boss memorabilia to obtain, they were originally issued to the staff at high performing dealerships in recognition of their sales skills, they were never sold or available for sale to the general public so there really are not very many of these in the world!

Simply a must have for any Boss / Roland Fan!

Please note this listing is for a wristwatch, not an effects pedal! For the effects pedal see my other listings!"

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Waldorf Microwave XT Rackmount Synth SN 010730290

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Vermona Piano-Strings

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"Well-preserved Vermona Piano-Strings in good working condition.

Characteristics - 5 oktaven fully polyphone keyboard, the supply voltage: 220/230V-50/60Hz, 8-time modulation register,

Stepless sound mixture for violin/viola/cello, Stepless sound mixture for piano/clavichord/spinett, Switch and automatic controller for sustain, inserted phasing effects/percussion."

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Mutronics Mutator Stereo Filter SN 2175058

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"Most likely the best stand-alone rack mount stereo (two channel) filter, modulation and envelope follower unit. It has two great resonant filters with cutoff, envelope follower, and an LFO with 4 waveform types that can be linked or inverted. The Mutator is truly a great dance music machine. Run loops, synths, voice or entire mixes through this and filter them in stereo or dual mono. It sounds great!
The two filters are identical and totally independent of each other. The circuitry is analog too. The VCF (filters) have their own envelopes and there is a useful LFO for nice sweeping or pulsing effects. The LFO can also be MIDI synced to your music (it's a little tricky though).
There is a great implementation of MIDI control on the Mutator. Control the filter cutoff from your sequencer by hitting notes on the keyboard. That's it, the notes on your keyboard and the pitch-bend correspond to the different degrees of cutoff. There is no patch memory, but that's ok. The Mutator is a machine that's meant to be grabbed and played with live while either going to tape or live on stage. Filtering music for an effect has become very common these days and the Mutator is among the best machines for achieving this effect. It is THE SOUND used by Daft Punk and has also been used by Fatboy Slim, Future Sound of London, Depeche Mode, and Radiohead."

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Icaro Ferre na Reco-Head

Icaro Ferre na Reco-Head from arthur joly on Vimeo.

Akai XR10 16 Bit PCM Drum Machine Demo Song and Preset Kits

Published on Nov 30, 2015 zibbybone

"Released in the late 80s, the XR10 was Akai's first drum machine chock full of processed 80s dance goodness. Enjoy!"

Korg ms20m - sync&fm

Published on Nov 30, 2015 Morgan Karlsson

M1xXOR Sequencing LFO and Gates as CV to Dual Lil' Monster VCOs

Published on Nov 30, 2015 JRock17991's channel

http://www.animodule.com/

"Short vid, M1xXOR sequencing 2 LFOs and Gates in to 2 Lil' Monster VCOs as CV"

Stellar Modular Patch

Published on Nov 30, 2015 AcousmatiK

Some nice moments in this one. Sequentix Cirklon sequencer, eurorack modular, Elektron Machinedrum and DSI Tempest.

Lightearted

Published on Nov 30, 2015 millolab

"Headphones highly recomended. An afternoon improvisation.
Gear used: Korg Electribe 2, Korg Volca Sample."

Casio PT-10 - Audio Output Mod - Demo - MIDIVERSE MONDAYS #14

Published on Nov 30, 2015 MIDI-VERSE TV

Simple and useful hack. I have a Zizzle Zoundz I still need to do this to (you can actually still find them on Amazon and eBay).

"On this episode of MIDIVERSE - TV we'll be performing a quick modification to a Casio PT-10 to give it a proper audio output. Next we will go through the preset sounds, as well as the built in drum patterns. Lastly we'll listen to the built in audio demo."

Update via seaweedfactory in the comments: "There is a free multi sampled pack of sounds for this model here:
http://seaweedfactory.blogspot.com/p/sample-packs.html#Casio_PT_10"

Roland Juno-106 Poly Meter Blue LED's & Jupiter-8 Style Colored Buttons

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"Roland Juno-106 Analog Synthesizer!
Custom Jupiter-8 style buttons!
Custom BLUE LED's & Bender!
Custom POLY METER w/ BLUE LED's!!
All done by the FANTASTIC SynthSpa!
See all work specs below:

THE INSIDE:
Power PCB rebuilt - Large electro caps replaced, new 3 prong receptacle and new standard IEC power cable.
CPU board rebuilt - Old Battery removed, new removable battery chassis installed with new battery.
Module board rebuilt - 80017a voice chips restored & fully calibrated
Panel board rebuilt - All sliders removed, rebuilt, de-oxidized, re-soldered, and all new buttons.
Bender board rebuilt, volume & portamento knobs cleaned.
Keys cleaned - surface cleaned, key contacts de-oxidized.
THE OUTSIDE:

Blue lighted bender.
Blue 3mm LEDs.
Blue 2-Digit seven segment display.
6-Voice Polyphony Lights (see video) $200 extra

It's in great working / sounding shape!!
It has some normal wear for it's age (1984-85)
BUT IT LOOKS GREAT! Look at the pictures!!"

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Super Rare Multivox MX-202 String/brass Synthesizer SN 838379

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"Here is an incredibly rare Multivox MX-202. Many people say it is a copy of the ROland RS-202 and others say it sounds somewhere in between that and the arp solo a string ensemble. Either way it is this synth is super rare and sounds incredible. You simply cannot reproduce these lush sounds on modern synths. This one is in good condition but is missing one push button (which you could probably find easily if you wanted as they are standard) I never felt a need since the blue button underneath is just as easy to push. The synth is in good working condition and all functions work perfectly including the amazing ensemble chorus and vibrato. There is a bit of static when moving some of the sliders as the unit has not been used in many years. Otherwise it sounds great."

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RARE Vintage Synth Organ EKO Encore 49-P

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via the seller: "I could sit and play this thing for hours and hours. One of the best features is the adjustable sustain, very useful. The Wha-Wha switch is awesome too!"

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November '15 Piano and synth jam

Published on Nov 30, 2015 Mitch Wiseman

"A chilled jam using my nord moog and prophet. Improvised as usual.

Album coming soon..."

R.A.Moog 701 - kick & snare...

Published on Nov 30, 2015 noddyspuncture

"I seemed to finally sort the 'noise' board I made today. The level out of the Minimoog noise generator I built wasn't hot enough to modulate the 701 - so I made an op-amp gain stage for each of it's outputs. But then that needed a split rail power supply - the Moog type +12/-6 I'd been running it off didn't give me any satisfactory results. So today I hooked it up toe +15/-15 volt one and it all started to behave as I thought it should...! So I then though what should I video today to celebrate...? Aaahh, I know - why not try to get a kick/snare thing going....?"

Update:

Kev & Tom on the 701's & 702's...

Published on Nov 30, 2015

"Just messing about with the 701 & 702 modules with Kev... ;)"

Kev & Tom on the 701's & 702's... #2

Published on Nov 30, 2015

"Another 701 & 702 modules "duet" with Kev...! :)"

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Roland Cyber Monday Sale — 20% off all Roland AIRA Merchandise

"Cyber Monday savings on all Roland AIRA merchandise. Enter promotion code CYBER20 to receive 20% off your total purchase. Valid November 30, 2015 only."

Belgian New Beat Electribe Volca Microbrute Streichfett "When he arrives"

Published on Nov 30, 2015 Shimanski Beats

"Hi everybody, here is a new hardware jam with the title 'When he arrives'. The music is dedicated to the 'New Beat' style from Belgium in the late 1980s.

Instruments used:
Electribe Sampler 2 (drums, vocal samples, some effect sounds)
Arturia Microbrute (lead sequence; sequenced with Electribe)
DSI Mopho (bass; sequenced with Electribe)
Korg Volca Bass (acid-ish sequence; internal sequencer)
Waldorf Streichfett (string lead/pad; played live with Electribe pads).
External effects: Alesis Quadraverb 2, Alesis Midiverb 3 and Lexicon MX 200.

A postprocessed audio version is available here: https://soundcloud.com/shimanski-beat..."

DSI Prophet 12 Patches by BoBSwanS

"99+ Patches for the DSI Prophet 12 Synthesizer

Presets are available to purchase for 16 Euro here
bobswanspatches.byethost3.com/Prophet%20…tches.html"

Patch Lab #01: Noone’s Filter Bank (English)

Published on Nov 30, 2015 Soundria.Com Synthesizer & Pro Audio Store

"One of the most underrated modules: the Doepfer A-128 Fixed Filter Bank. By just dialing in the frequencies it can create textures like nothing else. Of course you need to create a lots of harmonics to start with (please note that the source in this video IS monophonic!). András will explain how to create this monster with only 6 modules! (In a cheap Doepfer A-100LC3 Low Cost Case)"

soundmachines NS1 NANOSYNTH - 1st Modular Synth in the Arduino Store

According to Davide Mancini of soundmachines, the NS1nanosynth is the first modular synth for sale in the Arduino Store. Interesting little bit of synth history. If you search for synth in the Arduino Store you only get the NS1 and Ray Wilson's Make: Analog Synthesizers. A search for synthesizers only brings up the book. It's kind of interesting when you consider how many Arduino based synths and sound machines are out there.

"The NS1nanosynth synthesizer is tiny 220x85mm analog modular synthesizer coupled with an Arduino Micro platform.

NS1nanosynth is a good compromise between complexity and usability. It's a Maker synth, totally hackable and customazable yet a good entry level device, and on a budget."

Don't miss the NS1 videos here.

ARTURIA Origin Keyboard Synthesizer

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Roland MC-202 with Gate & CV Input Mod

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"Has been modded to have CV and Gate inputs that bypass CPU. This enables it to be used as a module without the CPU lag."

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Sequential Circuits Prophet 5 Rev 1 SN 0167

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"Rev 1 Sequential Circuits Prophet 5.

Physical condition is incredible considering its age.

Only 182 units were produced making this very rare and historically significant, serial no. of this unit is 167

This unit has been fully serviced. All tantalum capacitors have been replaced on both the power supply and voice board.

Backup battery replaced

Key bushings replaced

power is 120V, this could be modified to run at 240V but I wanted to keep it is original as possible. I will provide a step down transformer for European buyers."

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1973 Moog Minimoog Model D

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"1973 model with early serial number 20XX
Serviced in April this year by the excellent James Walker (Synth Repair Services in Stoke on Trent) and is in excellent, full working condition.
There are no crackly pots or broken switches, everything works as it should."

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Polyphonic system Sequencer

Published on Nov 30, 2015 organfairy

"The demo is at 4:30

I still have one box left. So I decided to build a sequencer for the polyphonic instrument. I have build sequencers before so this time I wanted it to be a little different. I have for a long time wanted to experiment with random notes so I gave the sequencer a random mode. I also made it possible to go back and forth in the sequence instead of just forward. So this is actually the most advanced sequencer I have ever build.

The music is something I made using my Wersi Prisma DX-5 organ and Korg Poly 800 synthesizer."

Hellcore - Live Video Jam 30/11/15

Published on Nov 30, 2015 Hellcore

"Been a while! Quick jam. Random doodle while waiting for a delivery.

...
Decent speakers or headphones recommended.

Audio @ https://soundcloud.com/hellcore/live-...
Elektron Analog Four
Waldorf Blofeld
DSI Tetra
Arturia Beatstep Pro / Microbrute
iPad running Sector
Ableton Live"

Analogue Solutions Telemark-K v1 - patches (w. analogue sequencer)

Published on Nov 30, 2015 Michal Patulski

"Sequenced with Tecbug TBS-X16, through Lexicon MPX1 and Glensound vintage mixing console"

Chain Reaction (MicroKORG x2,Yamaha Reface DX,TR-8,JP-08)

Published on Nov 29, 2015 Metatron's Cube

"Maybe something a bit more funky at times than the usual stuff. We are working on finding sounds for a album we are working on(a small vinyl album run). So far the two microkorgs and TR-8 are set, at least as far as the patches go. Who knows where we will go with it, most likely pretty spacey. Thanks for watching and listening!
download@ https://soundcloud.com/miles-baskett/...
Gear pile:
Two Korg MicroKORGs (Gold playing glassy high arps, Black playing retro robot funk bass, no outboard effects)
Yamaha Reface DX
Roland Aira TR-8
Roland Boutique JP-08 (Kp3)"

Eurorack With Push 2

Published on Nov 29, 2015 Chris Randall of Audio Damage

"Just got a Push 2, and I'm working out how to integrate it in to my general vibe. So this isn't any particular musical statement, but rather getting a feel for using the Euro stuff in the context of a Push 2.

I'm running two stereo pairs in to Live from the Euro. The first pair is percussion, and the second pair is synth. Not sure if this is where I'll ultimately land, but it seems to work for now. The top Sequencer 1 is driving synths, and the bottom one is driving drums.

Everything audible in the video came from the Euro. The chords are Simpler instruments I made from the WMD/SSF stuff (two channels of that in Live), and the bass is also a Simpler sample of the Euro."

korg prophecy synthesizer

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Funk yr Duck - Frostwave Funk-A-Duck James Earthenware Loscha

Published on Nov 29, 2015 Edward Jones aka Loscha

"Hanging out at the then Frostwave Central in Carlton

Electro Harmonix drum machine being played through a funk-a-duck"

The almighty Paul Perry!!!

Yamaha CS-50 Vintage Analog Poly-Synth

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ARP 2600 2601 with 3620 Keyboard

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"Up for sale is this beautiful ARP 2600 2601 v1.0 with 3620 keyboard. Both are in excellent, fully functional condition and have been restored and upgraded (see below). The "orange and black" 2601 is the last 2600 version produced by ARP. It is the most reliable version, an update to the more common grey version. None of the modules are set in epoxy, making it more serviceable in the long run."

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AniModule M1xXOR Sequencing different Clock Multiplications to strike SOB Vactrol Input

Published on Nov 29, 2015 JRock17991's channel

http://www.animodule.com/

"Different Clock Multiplications from the TikTok patched in to Inputs on the M1xXOR and sequenced through = Rhythmic Domination!"

Moog 701 Drum & 702 Percussion Synthesizers

Published on Nov 29, 2015 Kevin Farrow

"Sunday fun with 2 x Moog 701 Drum & 2 x Moog 702 Percussion Synthesizers"

"Cold Winter" - '80s disco-mix Italo style with JP-8, Juno-60, Drumulator

Published on Nov 29, 2015 SynthMania

"'Cold Winter' - '80s disco-mix Italo style with Roland Jupiiter-8, Roland Juno-60, and E-mu Drumulator.

Instruments used:
Roland Jupiter-8: synth chords and pads
Roland Juno-60: synth bass, synth arpeggio
E-mu Drumulator: drums
Apple Logic Pro X: piano, toms
Delay: Yamaha SPX90
Reverbs: Alesis MidiVerb II
Console: Soundcraft Series 1600 24channel"

Roland Juno 6 - retro patches

Published on Nov 29, 2015 Michal Patulski

"through Lexicon MPX 1 and Glensound vintage mixing console."

1970'S MOOG MINIMOOG MODEL D SN 7324

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"Here is a vintage '70s Moog Minimoog Model D in working condition. Serial #7324. The oscillators sound great. The keyboard bus bar probably needs cleaning, as played notes wander, and get better when the key is played more often. I'm not an expert on vintage synths, however. The keyboard itself feels quite nice, and the unit and panel are in good condition, except for two ends where the panel is slightly warped. The wood overall is good, except for a crack in the top wood section. All in all a good bargain, priced considerably less than others that have been refurbished, if you're knowledgeable about these synthesizers and are willing to give this one some cleanup and TLC. I have a repair invoice from Analogics, the expert analog synth restorers in Ohio, who rebuilt and replaced the keyboard bushings for another Model D for $215 plus shipping (paperwork/invoice available upon request)."

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Apr Pro Soloist vintage analog lead synthesizer, Model 2710

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"Arp Pro Soloist, analog monophonic synthesizer from the early 1970's, part of the signature sound of Tony Banks (Genesis). This vintage preset synth has an amazingly expressive aftertouch feature, and has been refurbished at Syntaur to 100% functionality. Very nice cosmetic condition, with slightly worn lettering on the slider panel."

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Eurocraic - November 2015

Published on Nov 29, 2015 DivKidMusic

"On the 21st of November my friend Greg "Fleggy" (with some friends) put together the first Irish synth meet. Unfortunately I couldn't be there but I'm hoping to be at the next one. Search "EuroCraic" for more information.

Oh and that new Harvestman module you may have seen pictures of doing the rounds across the web surfaced from this event. As Scott himself came with his Harvestman system along with the new module.

http://www.patreon.com/divkid"

Seaboard RISE and Haken Continuum-II

Published on Nov 29, 2015 Christophe Duquesne

"This is another small video combining the SEABOARD RISE, from ROLI, and the Haken Continuum, each running its own sound engine (EQUATOR on a Mac for RISE, and Eagan Matrix internal sound engine for the Continuum).

It's just one take, and directly recorded out of the mixer (no editing, so the mix is not perfect and there are a few pitch issues ....). The only addition is a reververb from Valhalla DSP run on a Tiptop Audio Z-DSP.

The VlnVlaCellBass sound of the Continuum (amazing preset from Ed Eagan) is physical modeling based.
The Legato Orchestra on the RISE (probably from Rafael Szaban), from the official ROLI preset bank (with a few local tweaking from me), is sample based.

I'm not trying to replace any instrument here: just playing something I had never been able to play on a keyboard !"

New Moog Prodigy Clone by EnsureSound

PRODIGY analogue synthesizer (DIY clone of the Moog Prodigy)

Published on Nov 29, 2015 Ensure Sound

"Moog Prodigy DIY clone, 100% original schematic, original sound. With integrated MIDI to CV/GATE convertor."

New FATCORE Semi-Modular Synth & CY-CLONE Sequencer by EnsureSound

Semi modular synth FATCORE sequencer CY-CLONE by Ensure Sound

Published on Oct 14, 2015 Ensure Sound

"http://igg.me/at/ensuresound/x/11626453

https://soundcloud.com/ensuresound/se..."

Details captured for the archives.

"OUR DECISION

Nowadays many studios use computers with special software for generate melodies, sequences and patterns. But only analog synthesizer will help to create really intricate repetitive, pulsating, and truly unique melodic patterns. And we offer a unique solutions - FACTOR and CY-CLONE, which are produced by famous techniques of the analogue synthesizers and sequencers (MOOG, ROLAND, KORG, ARP etc.) and used as a single system. They have got similar capabilities in creating of sounds and music sequences, and excellent analog sounding and has low cost. They are collected in standard RACK 19” case for installation in a studio rack."

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Peter Blasser of Ciat-Lonbarde on the Tocante Karper

via PETER B : JUST B

"The new 'Tocante Karper' uses 24 pic chips in parallel to synthesize karplus-strong string emulations, in the Tocante scale. That scale is initially based on a very analog thing- the capacitor values in an E6 preferred number set. For example: 10, 15, 22, 33, 47 and 68 are my starting numerology. Because they are integers, and also because the frequency varies as the reciprocal of the capacitance (bigger capacitor, lower frequency), it ported over seamlessly to sixteen bit string buffers of different lengths..."

Click through above for the full post. You'll find previous posts under the Tocante and Ciat-Lonbarde channel labels below.

Prototype for Buchla Modular by Scrotum Lab [SL-04]

Published on Nov 29, 2015 batchas

"I finished a proto today with Orgone Accumulator + Radio Music modules in one Buchla module.
Still some details to change (like LEDs order or some CV ins not working exactly like they should), but here are the first seconds recorded after switching it on.
What we hear are the direct outs from the module. There's only external reverb and delay added."

Note: just realized I was missing a scrotum channel. :) Label added below.

ROLAND TR 606 with Mods

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For sale on eBay Germany

English below:

" Die Roland TR 606 wurde folgendermassen gemodded:
- Einzelausgänge
- Mute Switches (kick, snare, lo tom, hi tom, cymbal, hihat )
- Tom Trigger Mute, so dass man von einem Tom nur noch den "hauchigen" Geräuschanteil hört
- und wie man sieht, viele Regler für Klangveränderungen:
links je eine Reihe senkrecht für Kick, Snare, Toms, die gesamte rechte Seite ist für Hihats und Cymbal zuständig

Ich wollte noch einen Griff dranmachen, damit es wie ein alter Ghettoblaster aussieht,
aber auch so sieht diese 606 ziemlich cool aus;)

Ich habe inkl der TR 606 damals ca 1100 EUR ausgegeben (es stecken viele Stunden ARBEIT drin!)
Kommt mit Netzteil.

Hier ein längeres Klangbeispiel

Fragen können gern unter goldtone (a t) web.de gestellt werden !"

English:

"this one of a kind Roland TR 606 was made for me by a tech in Berlin.

it not only features single outs and mute switches (kick, snare, lo tom, hi tom, cymbal, hihat )

but also specials like
Tom second trigger mute (so you hear only the noise of the second tom)
and of course many knobs to manipulate the sounds, the right side is
dedicated to cymbal/hihats with lots of interacting knobs.
As you hear in the audio file, you can even do kind of minimal clicky beats with it.

Plan was to put it into some kind of "old ghettblaster" -style holder,
hence the shape. But the happy buyer might want to do something like that.

Here is a longer soundfile

I paid about 1100 EUR incl the TR 606 at that time - it was many hours of work for the man to do all the mods.
Power supply is included

you're welcome to ask all questions via goldtone (a t) web.de"

Dave Smith Prophet 08 Synthesizer - Synth-Wave Demo, by al l bo

Published on Nov 29, 2015 Alexander Bobrov

http://www.davesmithinstruments.com/product/prophet-08-keyboard-2

"Dave Smith Prophet 08 Synthesizer - Synth-Wave Demo, by al l bo:

al l bo - Scheme of Solar Aqua (album mix)

Vocal version: al l bo - Solar Aqua (album mix)

Created (C), (PH) by al l bo with Dave Smith Prophet 08 Synthesizer (100% sounds, except drums), 2015. All rights reserved.

Publisher: Clouds Testers The Legendaries (C) 2015

Follow me @ my soundcloud synthlab channel:

https://soundcloud.com/al-l-bo-synthlab

or @ my main soundcloud page:

https://soundcloud.com/albostudios"

VOLTLIFE: Animodule M1xXOR as a sequencer

Published on Nov 28, 2015 voltlife

"Using Animodule's new M1xXOR module (an interesting hybrid of a gateable mixer and a sequential/VC switch) to create sequences. Simply multing a fixed voltage offset into each channel quickly gives you a basic 4-stage sequencer, but using the gate ins and stage control gives you the opportunity to create complex, evolving melodies."

Audulus Module - Touch Feedback Clock

Published on Nov 28, 2015 Bimini Road

"This is a tutorial on how to use the Touch Feedback Clock module.

www.biminiroadelectronics.com/audulus"

Moog Modular 55 Lego Set Project Adds Bob Moog Minifig

"Moog Modular 55 project now includes a Bob Moog minifig! https://goo.gl/edrBUj"

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Novation Circuit -Dark Theme 2

Published on Nov 29, 2015 KlaatuNinja

http://us.novationmusic.com/circuit

Roland AIRA - 3rd demo recording

Published on Nov 29, 2015 Bruno Ender Lee

"another little demo recording with Roland AIRA:
-System 1 (plus two overdub-tracks: leads & fx)
-TR-8
-TB-8"

All parts here.

Dave Smith Mopho Preset Sounds Bank 3 - Part 2 by REWO

Published on Nov 29, 2015 REWO_Channel

"The last set of sounds of Bank 3."

All parts here.

No Real Reason

Published on Nov 29, 2015 John L Rice

"Moon Modular 569 sequencer with 569ES and 569EG expansion panels routed by a 591 switch controlling a single VCO Synth Tech voice (MOTM 300, 800, 190) and Roland Fantom XR via a Moon 552 CV/Gate to MIDI converter. Modcan 53B master clock. Strymon BigSky and Roland RSP-550 effects."

Vintage 70s Paia Oz 3760 Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer

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"This battery powered, polyphonic synth from the late 70's covers 5 octaves, is portable, and sounds incredible. All keys and knobs work on this synth. Has built in speaker that sounds great mic'd. I've owned this PAIA for several years and kept it in great working order. Takes 2 - 9volt batteries. Missing top case cover. Also looks to have been modded in the back to plug into a wall socket. I've only used it with batteries. Exterior is in good condition, normal wear and tear for an instrument thats almost 40 years old..."

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Roland Jupiter 6 Synthesizer with Europa Upgrade

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"Up for sale is a beautiful example of a Roland Jupiter 6 Keyboard. This keyboard was bought from Ko at modeless factory in Japan and has been gently cared for ever since. It has been living in a smoke free studio and always has a protective cover over it. The only thing wrong is that its missing a slider cap which you can buy from ebay or Syntaur, very easy to find and pop on. At some point somebody fitted some nice hardwood sides to it that have a really nice finish. This particular Jupiter also has the europa mod which gives you some really cool arpeggiator modes, extra memory, arpeggiator syncs to midi, etc. My favorite new feature is that you can turn both osc to make weird sound effects with the noise and filter. Everything is working 100 percent with no scratchy pots, noise etc. It also comes with a protective cover, manual and a rolling carrying case."

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Roland Jupiter 8 w/MIDI (Encore)

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via the seller: "Roland Jupiter 8 with Encore midi (In & out) professionally installed by Encore and synth fully serviced. Studio use only and in fantastic condition, but cosmetically and sonically (please view all pictures carefully, since "looks" is a subjective thing and I want this listing to be 100% fair). I'm not a tech person, but I "think" this is the 14bit version (back panel fully photographed, if that helps). I had the midi kit installed, works perfectly. Tuning and synth is rock solid (Roland Jupiter lines are built like tanks, I also own a Jupiter 6 & 4). No known problems what-so-ever. Will take it to UPS store to be professionally packed, which I will charge as part of shipping (it's just safer that way). Vintage analog synth, so sold "as-is," but it is leaving 100% in working condition. Winning bidder can request a video before shipping so there are no questions."

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Roland SYSTEM-100 Full Set with Original Manuals

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"Roland SYSTEM-100 FULLSET
Come with Original Manuals
Perfect Working in Nice Condition
Serial # 511***. 611***. 641*** and Speakers"

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Roland SYSTEM-100 Full Set

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"Roland SYSTEM-100 FULL SET
Rusty condition as see in the pictures
Perfect Working and Serviced
Serial # 531***. 611***. 460***.635*** and Speakers"

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Roland TR-808 with Doepfer with MSY2 MIDI

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"Mind Control" EMX

Published on Nov 29, 2015 j j

Audulus Patch - Fibonacci Sequencer

Published on Nov 28, 2015 Bimini Road

"This is a demo of my Fibonacci Sequencer patch using the new Audulus 3.0 module library.

Hywel Dda
https://soundcloud.com/biminiroadmusi...

http://biminiroadelectronics.com/audulus"

AniModule M1xXOR TikTok XXX_OR SOB Clock and Logic Syncopation

Published on Nov 28, 2015 JRock17991's channel

http://www.animodule.com/

"a Nice syncopated rhythm and some demos of how various Clock Divisions / Multiplications effect the Rhythm"

Nutcracker Suite: Overture, played on Analog Synthesizer

Published on Nov 28, 2015 StrangeQuarkStar

"The Miniature Overture from Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite, multitracked on my self-made analog synthesizer.

More than 40 monophonic tracks with Logic's Room Designer Reverb being the only effect aside from panning and level adjustments. Listen to it with headphones or good speakers!"

Thingamagoop 3000 sound modes overview

"Preorder the most advanced noise friend ever at bleeplabs.com for $40 off.

Here's a quick overview of the Thingamagoop 3000's patches.
No internal or external sounds are being used.

Here the frequency is being controlled by the photocell but it can also be controlled in different ways using the eyeball switch or with USB or standard MIDI.

More info at bleeplabs.com/store/thingamagoop-3000/"

Novation Circuit -Dark Theme 2

Published on Nov 28, 2015 KlaatuNinja

http://us.novationmusic.com/circuit

Metallurgy

"Birdkids Bateleur /Expander /Mixer-Noise /Orthogonal Devices ER-101/Manhattan Analog MA35/Modcan Quad LFO/Cwejman-VCA-4MX /Z-DSP"

OP-1 Couch Creations

Published on Nov 28, 2015 Zaphyd

"Teenage Engineering OP-1 track made on the couch. Raw recording"

Dave Smith Instruments Poly Evolver Keyboard: Vintage Strings

Published on Nov 28, 2015 Sacred Synthesis

"The Poly Evolver Keyboard is certainly not known for its vintage sounds or overall tone. I've heard it criticized as falling short in the strings department, and even Dave Smith himself has said this. Well, I would respectfully disagree; I think the PEK can make gorgeous string sounds, but strings of the Evolver sort. So, in the tradition of those bright and buzzy string synthesizers - the ARP Omni, Elka Rhapsody, and a dozen others - I decided to offer an Evolver's version of vintage strings. However, I didn't try to strictly "emulate" the sound - as awful as it is! - but to offer something certainly reminiscent of it but hopefully a little better. The PEK can produce a more accurate imitation than this, but I chose to record something only similar.

A few sound design notes. There are two ways of producing decent strings on the Poly Evolver Keyboard: using only the analog oscillators, or else, using the analog and the digital oscillators together. The first way seems more logical if one is imitating an old string synthesizer, but in order to increase the oscillator beating you have to partially or entirely eliminate the stereo field with the Output Pan parameter. But this eliminates a very desirable depth. The other way of combining both the analog and digital oscillators provides decent oscillator beating and maintains the stereo depth, but it unfortunately adds digital aliasing as well - especially on such a bright sound with which you're prone to play a lot on the upper end of the keyboard. The best solution was to set the analog oscillators at 100 and the digital oscillators at 30. And I used one oscillator of pulse width modulation. This offered the best combination of old school effects and timbre and avoided unmusical aliasing.

Many years ago, I had a tan Elka Rhapsody 490. It was an ugly crackly shrill old thing that could be made to sound fair in a mix. But In my opinion, the Poly Evolver Keyboard sounds a thousands times better - even at the one and only sound the Elka made. But that's not to deny that I'd be thrilled to see a re-issue of one of those vintage string machine classics.

Instrumentation:
DSI Poly Evolver Keyboard
DSI Poly Evolver Rack
DSI Evolver Desktop
Hammond XPK 200L

Effects:
Lexicon MX300

Performed live and recorded directly to CD.

All music property of Sacred Synthesis"

Roland GR300 Guitar Synthesiser & GR100 Electronic Guitar

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Vintage analogue synthesiser and effects boxes for use with Roland guitar controller. In perfect working order. Includes original Roland cables, user manuals and original travel box."

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KORG MONO/POLY

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Kawai K3

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Roland SH-1000 SN 234903

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"Rare Roland SH-1000 classic vintage analog mono synth from 1973 in beautiful condition - Roland's first synth. Used very lightly in my smoke-free / pet-free home studio.

Operationally: everything works 100% and sounds so analog and vintage.

Cosmetically: really good shape, especially for a 42 year old synth (see the photos). (The left side wooden end is just a tiny bit loose but it's unnoticeable in operation. Just make sure to grab it from the underside and not pull on the wood when moving it, as it's really fake particle wood, not real wood.)"

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Moog 700 series drum & percussion played by hand....

Published on Nov 28, 2015 noddyspuncture

"So, having cased up all my 700 series modules (along with the triple noise generator board I built and the power supply) I thought I'd mess around trying to hit those red buttons in time to get some sort of beat going...!? I know, I know - it's a crappy set of beats - but it's the best I could do. I'm not a drummer and those buttons are quite hard to stab at accurately anyway. But once I have these being sequenced by a 'clock circuit' it should be quite nice I think...;)"

Verbos Electronics Scan & Pan Demos

Published on Nov 28, 2015 manmade madman

"This is a video demo of the Verbos Electronics Scan & Pan. A utility module that can breathe stereo life into a mundane modular patch."

Verbos Electronics Scan & Pan demo 2


"In this example, I'll show modulations of all sorts including Scan, panning, and depth."

Verbos Electronics Multi-Envelope overview demonstrations

Published on Nov 28, 2015 manmade madman

"This video is intended to show an overview of the Multi-Envelope and its shapes and abilities. This is the basic overview."

Verbos Electronics Multi-Envelope overview demonstration 2


"This video shows the envelopes looping to create audio and waveforms."

Verbos Electronics Multi-Envelope overview demonstration 3


"This video shows the envelopes modulating the pitch of the oscillator and filter."

Roland SH-1000 - the ten classic factory patches

Published on Nov 28, 2015 SynthMania

"The ten classic factory patches on the SH-1000, Roland's first synth from 1973."

Roland SH-1000 noodling

severence // twinpeak patch v

Published on Nov 28, 2015 severence

"// experimenting with the epoch modular twinpeak 12db voltage controlled filter designed by rob hordijk"

1975 FARFISA Syntorchestra SN 435

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"In excellent vintage working shape! Includes volume pedal, original top cover, original locking keys (attached to extension cord in pictures) and original music stand (attached to bottom). Recently tuned by yours truly, it is in excellent working order. I tuned all voices and harmonics (3rd, 5th, 6th). Also replaced all "piano" voice electrolytics.

This is like a combination ARP Pro-Soloist and simple polyphonic string machine. But, it has its own character especially when you add the envelope wah effect, portamento and vibrato."

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A Winter Sequence

Published on Nov 28, 2015 experimentalsynth

"After hooking up the gear, this piece kind of wrote itself. Patterning on the iPad was the master MIDI Clock. The Pro 2 and MicroBrute sequencers, along with the H9 and a Line 6 Echo Pro were synced to it. The Pro 2 sent independent synced CV step sequences to modulate the Voyager filter and the filter on a Moog MF-101 Low Pass Filter processing the MicroBrute. The MicroBrute audio was also processed by the Echo Pro.

Learn more at www.experimentalsynth.com"

Korg PS-3100 Vintage Polyphonic Synthesizer

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via the seller: "This Synth is in excellent condition. I had it fully serviced this year after it had been sitting in storage for a few years. It was owned by a dear friend of mine who passed away recently. Service was done By Stefan at Solutions in Hollywood, CA. As far as I know, everything is working great. Incredible sounds, endless possibilities. I would love to keep it but I really would not use it. This needs to be in the hands of a collector or a vintage synth lover. These synths have sold for much more than I am starting the bidding at- not sure where the market is at the moment but we shall see. I would be willing to ship if necessary but obviously that will be an extra cost."

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Korg PS-3010 keyboard & PS-3001 60 pin connector for Korg PS series

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"You are bidding on a Korg PS-3010 keyboard for Korg PS series (PS-3100, PS-3200 & PS-3300) and the 60 pin connector cable PS-3001. Comes from the PS-3200 of the Moogchild Synthdrome collection (as you can see in the last picture), and I'm selling it because I've found another NOS keyboard from 1978. It is fully functional and in very good shape with some minor signs of wear (see pictures).

Korg PS-3200s and PS-3300 without midi won't work without this keyboard, so if you have the synth but neither the keyboard nor the cable, this is a unique chance to complete a system currently valued above 10.000USD and increasing price overtime."

Minimoog couch in the background.

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Sequential Circuits Prophet 600 with Gligli CPU UPGRADE

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Gotharman's Little deFormer 2-Granular workstation,sampler, synth, effects

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"Granular workstation with sampler, synth, effects processor and sequencer

New on the Little deFormer 2:

-LD1 had a combined Effects Freeze and Sequencer start/stop button. On LD2 this has been splitted up to 2 separate buttons.

-It is possible to expand the memory of LD2, so it will get 200 minutes of sampling time, 1024 presets and 1024 songs. The extra sample memory is located in its own physical bank, and it is possible to copy samples between the two banks, and erase all samplings in one bank at a time.

-All shortcuts is written on the frontpanel.

-Compact, but yet it has a big display for easier navigation and editing.

Gotharman's Little deFormer combines a granular effects processor with special effects like TimeStretcher, Step-Granulator and PitchShaper and more usual effects like Reverb, delay, distortion, compressor, filters and bit manipulation, with some special parameters, with a 100/200 minutes sampler, a synth and a step sequencer. A MIDI Note Randomizer is also included.

Both the samplings and external gear, connected to it's 2 audio input can be effected. A complete list of effects can be found in the specs section below. Watch and hear Little deFormer in action, in the video's section. I have planned to use the Little deFormer as a platform for engineering new effects, so additional effects will be added now and then, which will be available as free downloads on this site. These updates will be available as MIDI sysex files in".syx" format, and you will need a program like Midi-Ox to download these to Little deFormer.

The 4-note polyphonic sampler makes it possible to record your own samplings directly from the 2 audio inputs, or re-sample it's audio output. Samplings are stored in FLASH RAM for instant recall, without any loading times. Up to 200 minutes/999 samplings can be kept. Start and end points can be changed in realtime and modulated, and it also has functions like AutoChop, for a conveniant and easy way to cut up long samplings. Each sampling has it's own Phaze effect and filter with LPF, LFP2, BPF, BPF8, HPF, ADD, BEF, BASS, LO-FI and SHAPER modes, and a filter mix parameter. It is also possible to adjust the filter response, to create filter types, that have never been heard before. The Little deFormer comes loaded with samplings of other Gotharman gear. Instead of samplings, it is also possible to use Little deFormers build-in oscillators for sound generation. They can morph from sinewave to triangle to sawtooth to squarewave to noise. Pulsewidth modulation is possible on all waveforms.

The Little deFormer comes with an expansion port, for connecting any of the available expansion boxes. Notice, that only one expansion box can be connected at a time."

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