Werkstatt der Pfähler (Werkstatt the Impaler) by Laurentide SynthWorks

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"The Werkstatt der Pfähler (Werkstatt the Impaler) is a Moog Werkstatt-Ø1 that has been cut up and extensively modified. There is a huge beast inside these little synths that can only be accessed through modifying.

There are 2 versions available: Standard and Full. The Standard version is perfect for incorporating into an existing Eurorack modular system. Most of the header patch points have been brought to the rear of the unit to 3.5mm Jacks. Most importantly, the EG can be triggered by an external gate. This is not possible without modification.

The Full version takes the standard and brings it to a stand-alone powerhouse! In addition to the CV In’s and Out’s at the rear, buffers are added to all CV Out’s (these are circuits that keep critical voltages, like the raw VCO waveforms from sagging when used to drive external gear). The CV Out’s are wired to TRS jacks, giving a total of 8 individual outputs. A MIDI 2 CV (MINICV) converter is added to drive the VCO and EG. Additionally, the CV & Gate generated by the MIDI 2 CV is brought to 2 jacks, so when the Werkstatt is not in use, it can be used to drive other analog gear that does not have MIDI, but does have CV & Gate In’s. A mixer is added to give volume control over the Werkstatt VCO and External Audio. Additionally, the VCF is wired to the Audio In jack, so when nothing is plugged into the jack, the Audio In volume knob will send the VCF back into itself for some intense filter overdrive! A 2nd glide circuit is added in line with the VCO CV In. The Werkstatt Glide potentiometer is removed and replaced with a dual gang potentiometer. This way one knob can control both the Werkstatt glide and the external pitch glide. The VCO Wave selector switch is removed and a mixer circuit is added so the 2 waveforms can be continuously blended from one to the other. Lastly, there is a Fine Tune knob added.

Both mods come with high quality Lexan Overlays by SynthGraphics (similar to the ones used on production Moogs), and all mods are backed by a 1 year warranty.*"

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Syntegrator's Kiwi Jump

Published on Jan 12, 2015 Syntegrator

"What happens when I have two Kiwi-106 synthesizers within arms reach? A most excellent trip to 1984, Dude!

Jump is Copyright Van Halen Productions, Inc. written by Alex Van Halen, David Lee Roth, Edward Van Halen and Michael Anthony. This video is a fair use tribute performance of their 80s rock masterpiece, intended to showcase the might and majesty of two Kiwi-106 upgrade synthesizers while paying due homage to the most illustrious gods of hard rock synth badassery!

For higher fidelity audio, check out https://soundcloud.com/syntegrator/sy... for the real deal, and buy Van Halen 1984 if you don't already own it - It's a real classic jammed with killer music!"

Modular techno jam 02

Published on Jan 12, 2015 Maxime F

"Same vibe as the previous video [here] but with some octatrack support mainly for stereo operations.
synth sequencing : make noise rené
drum sequencing : noise engineering zularic repetitor
osc : intellijel shapeshifter / noise engineering basimilus iteritas
drums : tip top audio bd909 & hh909
filtering : malekko dual borg / intellijel uVCF"

EVENTIDE H9 + Yamaha VLM70m little sound TEST by nnoiz Papp

Published on Jan 12, 2015 nnoiz Papp

Moog Voyager as the controller.

MOOG SONIC SIX 6 VINTAGE 1970'S ANALOG SYNTHESIZER

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Red Roland Sh-101 Vintage Analog Mono Synthesizer

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Buchla 200e Modules

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291e / 281e pair
261e
259e
256e-
291e
266e
206e
250e

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Livewire Dual Cyclotron Eurorack Module

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"This Dual Cyclotron is in perfect working order and is in great cosmetic condition. It has a maximum current draw of 60mA and takes up 28 hp in a eurorack frame.

For your enjoyment, and perhaps erudition, the livewire description:

“Non-concentric, asymmetrical low frequency periodic resonators (or cyclotrons) controlling a subordinate pseudorandom voltage generator. Authentic extraterrestrial CV modulation for your eurorack modular instrument (or any other device). Output voltage which is produced can be used to modulate VCOs, VCFs, VCAs, or any other devices that is voltage controllable. The Dual Cyclotron can be adjusted for extremely long cycles producing slowly changing soundscapes evolving over long periods of time, or ultrahigh cycle rates for totally sick sideband oscillation.
Every Dual Cyclotron is assembled under sterile laboratory conditions and undergoes thorough radiation decontamination prior to shipping.”

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Analogue Systems RS-95E VCO Eurorack Module

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"Tunable from ridiculously LF to way up in the piercing, squeaky territory, and all this in three waveshapes, each with variable pulsewidth / waveshape. A wonderful addition to any eurorack modular!


From the SchneidersLaden website:

“The RS95 by Analogue solutions is a premium, british sounding VCO with waveshaping possiblities. It is based on the RS90 but has more features, predominantly a very special sine wave. The RS95e presented here is technically identical but instead a normal frequency control it features a gorgeous, lockable (!) potentiometer with ten turns. That allows precise fine tune control and adds the look of an EMS synthesizer to the VCO.

The RS95e has three audio outputs: pulse, triangle and sine. The upper shape control affects the pulse width. The lower shape control not only morphs from a falling sawtooth over triangle to a rising saw (or: ramp) but simultaneously alters the sine wave and produces a kind of smoothed, softer sawtooth. Additionally the saw/sine output is a CV-INPUT for the symmetry of the sine. Very extraordinary feature that all are voltage controllable. The oscillator sync is ?soft? and not only reacts to square waves but works with all waveforms. The frequency control has three switchable modes: STD (standard) with a range of two octaves. -2 is two octaves lower than STD. WIDE mode gives a range from 0.3 Hz - 17kHz and thus allows use of the RS-95 as VC-LFO with waveshaping options! The ?vary? control not only attenuates but also can amplify the pitch CV. It controls linearly from 0V over 1V/oct to 0.4 V/oct”

12 HP wide, max current draw 70 mA"

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Oberheim Prommer - PROM/Sample Recorder

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"Once you get the sample in, you can execute all kinds of modifications of the sample. For example, the "reverse" function is worth the price alone. Reverse the sound of a toilet flushing - it is the ultimate alt percussion experience. The unit comes with a PROM chip; to get you started (plug it in to your DMX for new sounds), and be sure to check out Paul White's Electrongate for other details on this neat device. I have printed out the instruction manual, and this is included with the unit, as well as an AC cable."

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Tempest 1.4 Sound Set Playlist

"Fresh sounds from the all-new Tempest OS 1.4 sound set. No multitracking or external processing of any kind. Recorded straight out of the Tempest main outputs.

OS 1.4 is accompanied by entirely new internal Sounds, Beats, and Projects — a total of 928 new factory sounds, 64 new beats, and 16 new projects to be exact!

Check it out at davesmithinstruments.com"

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Synthrotek, Division 6 and Mattson Mini Modular Join Forces with New Synthrotek MST Eurorack Line

"The Synthrotek MST line in Eurorack format will be revealed next week at NAMM. This is a joint collaboration between Synthrotek, Division 6 and Mattson Mini Modular."

Left to right: MIDI to CV, VCO, VC LFO, AUDIO / CV MIXER, BUFF MULT, NOISE SAMPLE & HOLD, DUAL ENVELOPE, DUAL VCA, LP FILTER, MIX.

Radikal Technologies Goes Eurorack with RT451 Stereo Multimode Filter

"Finest Spectralis technology for the eurorack modular."

NAMM 2015, Booth 6529 Radikal Technologies

Moog WERKSTATT-01 CV EXPANDER Now Availabe

"Easily interface your Werkstatt-01 with other analog gear.

The Werkstatt-01 CV Expander converts Werkstatt's 20 pin patchable expansion header to 12 grounded 3.5mm jacks. This allows your Werkstatt to easily interface with Eurorack Modules, sequencers, and other external CV equipped gear."

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INPUTS

VCA: 0V to +5V in VCA EG Mode, +/-2.5V in VCA ON Mode

VCF: -5V to +5

VCO LINEAR FM: +/-2.5V (This is an inverting control input)

VCO EXPONENTIAL FM: -5V to +5V, 1V/Octave, trimmable

LFO CV: - 5V to +5V (Negative CV slows LFO more than panel)

VCF AUDIO: Unbuffered/Unmixed AC coupled input to VCF.


OUTPUTS

KB CV: Nominal 0.3V/semitone from 1 octave keyboard (Attenuate for 1V/Octave)

GATE: 0V (off) to +5V (on) gate signal generated from low note priority/ legato Keyboard circuit. (This jack may also be used as a GATE INPUT.)

EG: Simple ASD or AD type Envelope Generator, 0 to +5V signal

LFO: -2.5 to +2.5V wave shape selected from LFO Wave Switch.

VCF: -2V to +2 V signal for audio or CV uses.

VCO: 0V to +5V signal, shape selected by VCO Wave Slide Switch.

Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith | Sound Painting

Published on Jan 12, 2015 Moog Music Inc

"Bay-area synthesist Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith visits the Moog Sound Lab with her Buchla Music Easel and closes the gap between East Coast and West Coast philosophy. Using the common language of Analog Control Voltage, Kaitlyn simultaneously controls her Music Easel, a Moog Little Phatty and a Moog Werkstatt-01 (accessed via the Werkstatt CV Expander: http://bit.ly/CVExpander), creating a sonic portrait of her visit.

Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith: http://www.kaitlynaureliasmith.com/

Buchla Electronic Musical Instruments: http://buchla.com/"

1975: The first speech synthesizer IC was born. [To Return in 2015 with Plogue's Chipspeech Project]

Published on Jan 12, 2015 Plogue Art et Technologie, Inc.

"In 1974/1975 Dr. Forrest S. Mozer licensed his unique voice compression technology to Telesensory Systems, Inc. (TSI).

Encoding words was a very complex and time consuming process. Something only he and a few of his colleagues could do. Most of the TSI/Digitalker-using consumer devices of the late 70's and early 80's used Dr Mozer's own voice, compressed by a factor of 100.

This is the voice you are hearing in the video.

Last year we've obtained his authorization to use his voice for our 'chipspeech' project.
Thank you infinitely Dr. Mozer!

All other materials used property of their respective owners.

Berzerk Arcade filmed on location at http://www.classicarcademuseum.org KEEP THE ARCADE ALIVE, please visit them!

Character art: https://twitter.com/pixoshiru

End 'ATTACK humanoid 2015' Track produced by https://www.youtube.com/user/Wasreich

chipspeech (c) 2015 Plogue Art et Technologie, Inc."

Mutable Instruments Ambika Builds at Laurentide SynthWorks

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"Ambika has been discontinued and is no longer available at the Mutable Instruments store. Thankfully I have secured a small inventory of all PCB's. Once this stock is depleted I will begin having the PCB's manufactured. As of now, I will only offer them as part of a build request.

Please send all requests, comments or concerns to: info@laurentidesynthworks.net"

Standuino 3π/2: Groove 1

Published on Jan 11, 2015 Stoss

"My first video with the Standuino 3π/2... mixed with a Bastl Instruments Trinity Drum and MicroGranny 2.0 and an Elektron Analog RYTM."

Introducing Mixcraft 7

Published on Jan 9, 2015 acoustica222

"Acoustica proudly presents Mixcraft 7 and Mixcraft Pro Studio 7 - super easy-to-use, feature-packed digital audio workstation software. Check out all the new features in this video!

New features include:

*Thousands of new loops, for a total of 7000 loops, sound effects and samples
*Full 64- and 32-bit compatibility
*Performance Panel for live performance mode
*Automation Recording with multiple lanes and other automation enhancements.
*Integrated Alpha and Omni Samplers.
*Control Surface Support (Launchpad & Mackie protocols)
*Audio warping, auto-warping and audio quantization
*Step editor for rapid pattern based rhythmic and musical phrase construction
*Tons of new virtual instruments and effects
*Workflow enhancements
*Good lookin' new interface
*Did we say 'much more'? Yeah...that too. (="

And the press release:

"Acoustica releases Mixcraft 7 and Mixcraft Pro Studio 7

-- next generation of Acoustica's award-winning Mixcraft music production and multitrack recording software now available --

Oakhurst, CA – Acoustica is pleased to announce the release of Mixcraft 7 and Mixcraft Pro Studio 7, a major upgrade to their award-winning Mixcraft recording software. This updated version of Acoustica’s flagship recording software is packed with new features, including 32-bit and 64-bit versions, a stunning new interface, live loop and sample triggering, audio warping and quantizing, enhanced control surface support, plug-in management, hundreds of new loops and samples, powerful new virtual instruments and effects, and dozens of other improvements.
The flexible new Performance Panel is ideal for composing and performing music both live and in the studio, allowing real-time triggering and automatic synchronization of audio loops, MIDI clips, and samples. The Performance Panel can be manipulated using Novation’s Launchpad controller, a MIDI controller, mouse, or computer keyboard. Mixcraft 7 features support for Mackie-compatible control surfaces, as well as Frontier Design Group’s Tranzport control surface, and can be easily configured to work with any MIDI controller. Mixcraft 7 can also be controlled from across the studio using the free Mixcraft Remote app for iOS and Android devices. Mixcraft 7 also includes Copula, the industry’s most advanced time-stretching and pitch-shifting technology.
About Mixcraft 7 ($89.95)

Mixcraft 7 is designed for home and project studios. It is a complete recording studio, featuring unlimited MIDI and audio tracks, dozens of virtual instruments and effects, video editing, mixing and mastering, an easy-to-navigate streamlined interface, and over 7000 loops, sound effects, and drum samples. Version 7 includes two powerful new samplers, the Alpha Sampler and Omni Sampler, and two massive-sounding new virtual instruments, G-Sonique’s Renegade Analog Monster and AAS’s expressive new Journeys instrument. Also included are new film score loops from Dj Puzzle, as well as a massive library of acoustic and synthetic drum samples by Los Angeles artist and producer Shok.
About Mixcraft Pro Studio 7 ($164.95)

Mixcraft Pro Studio 7 is aimed at advanced home and professional project studios. Mixcraft Pro Studio 7 includes over $1100 worth of plug-ins. Highlights include BeatRig's Sidekick 6 sidechain compressor, Studio Devil's Virtual Bass Amp, QuikQuak’s Glass Viper, and ME80 V2, plus a large suite of new mastering effects from G-Sonique. Mixcraft Pro Studio 7 retains all the virtual instruments and effects found in Mixcraft Pro Studio 6, including Memorymoon and ME80 vintage analog synthesizers, Pianissimo grand piano, and dozens of high-end effects including powerful mastering tools from iZotope, G-Sonique, and ToneBoosters.

About Acoustica
Acoustica is a leading US manufacturer of easy-to-use, innovative, and intuitive music production and multitrack recording software products. To learn more about Acoustica, visit www.acoustica.com."

M569, Control Yourself! Part 4

Published on Jan 12, 2015 John L Rice

"About two years after the first 3 parts of this series, I've come up with a new installment. This one came about from a modification I thought up where I would install a switch to disable the global transposition from row 4 of the Moon Modular 569 step sequencer, so it could be used to to transpose itself! It works great!

Thanks to Gert Jalass of Moon Modular for helping me with the details!

Besides the M569 sequencer the modules/effects used in this video are:
Synth Tech MOTM: four 300 VCOs, one 440 VCF, one 800 EG, one 380 LFO
Moon Modular: 526 mixer
Modcan: 53B clock
Happy Nerding: Fun VCF (on the bass line)
Strymon: Mobius, Big Sky

Thank you for watching!"

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Update: image of the mod in via John.

"The two enable/disable switches I added are on either side of the Transpose jack, the left one is for row 3 and the right one for row 4."

Live from the subtractiveLAB - Episode 6

Published on Jan 12, 2015 Stephen Hummel

"The sixth video in the live, in-studio performance series from subtractiveLAD/Stephen Hummel.

A Dubby, Acid-flavored IDM hardware jam... mostly analogue.

In this performance I am sequencing my analogue hardware from the MPC Studio, along with drum programming from within the MPC, itself. All mixing and modulation is performed in real time.

Synths featured:

Arturia Minibrute
DSI Evolver
Moog Minitaur
Korg Monotribe (internal sequencer sync'd to Volca Bass)
Korg Volca Bass (internal sequencer sync'd to clock from MPC Studio via Kenton Pro Solo MkII)
Yamaha CS-10 (controlled via MIDI to CV - from Kenton Pro Solo MkII)
Arturia Jupiter-8 V (plug-in running in MPC Studio software)

Hardware effects:

Line 6 Verbzilla
Electro-Harmonix Holy Stain
Korg Mini Kaoss Pad"

Waveform City Podcast Episode 30 Dwarfcraft Devices

The Harvestman Hertz Donut MK2 Dual Oscillator Eurorack Synthesizer Module

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Roland JUNO-106 Vintage Analog Synthesizer

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Oberheim OB8 with MIDI & Extras

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"Oberheim OB8 in Mint Condition ( hardly a scratch upon it ) This beautiful synthesizer has had a strip down service and full midi refit at a cost of over £900 ( see M.O,T on the Synth Professors website ) Included in the sale is a substantial long term survival kit of rare spare parts, including a mint condition modulation panel with components , several CEM chips, potentiometers, switches, spare keys etc. costing over £800. Also included in the sale is a brand new OB8 flight case , cost over £200 and an original OB8 manual."

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Moog MicroMoog Vintage Synthesiser

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Synthino XM Groove Box Functionality & Arpeggiator Demo

Published on Jan 12, 2015 circuitmaster

"The upcoming crowd funded project Synthino XM being sequenced live by Electribe EA-1. Drum tracks from ER1. Synth Bass and Lead by Synthino XM."

zMors Modular for iPad Updated with New Modules & More

iTunes: zMors Modular - mobile only

"What's New in Version 1.1
- add a new bpm clock module
- add a new matrix mixer module
- add oscilloscope scale x/y in the context menu
- add log2, log10 & down sampling ramp to DSP module
- add threshold, gate programs to combiner
- add wave table additive mode (like zmors synth)
- add wave table unipolar lookup
- add circular/vertical knob gestures
- add play/pause button to top navigation
- add last change value option in combiner module
- add to combiner lastChangeMode of a signal (to combine trigger or cv signals)
- improve cable snap on drop
- speedup wavetable module
- bug fixing"

Din Sync DrumDokta2 [BSS DR-110 Clone] Eurorack Module Update

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"Here's a look at the production prototype next to its grandfather, thats a panel mock up so it isn't as sharp as the final will be.

pre-orders will start soon, once we've worked out the final costs."

See this post for a panel graphic.

kurodama – Concertodrone Mk3 (Casio SK-1) impro

"Improvising with the loopper and my new Concertodrone Mk3 (circuit bent Casio SK-1).
All sounds are coming from the Casio, no FX have been added (except for a subtle bit of reverb)."

Follow-up to this post where you'll find a video of the synth.

New Expert Sleepers FH-1 Eurorack Module with Lighted Patch Points

Published on Jan 12, 2015 Expert Sleepers

http://expert-sleepers.co.uk/fh1.html

LED lit patch points.

The FH-1 will be unveiled at the NAMM show, January 2015.

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New ELECTRIBE 2 Review! Part - D MIDI control, feat TENORI - ON

Published on Jan 12, 2015 VJ FRANZ K

"World's First? Tenori-On controlling Electribe 2! A Great Combination!
This is an example of using external MIDI input to control the Electribe 2, you could also use a laptop, iPad or some other type of sequencer. This is just a simple "proof of concept" but I go into a lot of detail about both these machines - if you are a fan of either, this how-to discussion will interest you!"

Korg Electribe2s on eBay | Tenori-Ons on eBay

7 Minutes with an Ipad Synth - Photophore Synth (Taika Systems Ltd)

Published on Jan 12, 2015 Synth Anatomy

iTunes: Photophore Synth - Taika Systems Ltd.

"This week the Photphore Synth by Taika Systems Ltd

Photophore is a unique instrument that uses flocks of up to 100 sound generators to create rich, organic synthesizer sounds. By controlling the behavior of the flocks you can make Photophore sound like a choir of synthesizers or, at more extreme settings, a swarm of angry insects.

Unlike other digital synthesizers, Photophore creates warmth and character in a completely new way. Instead of modeling analog circuits, it models animal behavior. Photophore’s sound engine is made up of flocks of oscillators that move through a virtual three-dimensional environment. Their motion is controlled by a special behavioral algorithm and physics simulation that keeps the oscillators in tune with each other, but allows for a certain amount of natural drifting and detuning. This creates rich timbres that are perfect for crafting massive bass sounds, complex pads and searing leads. "

First try at pure modular techno

Published on Jan 12, 2015 Maxime F

"My modular setup is growing !"

Tiptop case & drums.

WORLD OF FM: BLUE LANTERN ZTVCO // Make Noise MMG // FULL FM CAPABILITIES II

Published on Jan 12, 2015 LESINDES

"Part 2 of BLUE LANTERN's ZTVCO investigation. The very powerful analog FM module is assisted by MAKE NOISE MMG and DOEPFER A-104 TRAUTONIUM FORMANT FILTER."

Synton Fenix 1 & 3 - First Sequence

Published on Jan 12, 2015 DJjondent

"I'll upload some pics of this setup on my blog here:
http://djjondent.blogspot.com.au/2015...

Sorry for the so-so audio.
Some of the frequencies are rather high so do turn down the volume a bit.

The full unedited version of this video can be found here:
http://youtu.be/_viDlUoVpbo"

Mutable Instruments - Clouds

Published on Jan 12, 2015 DivKidMusic

"*** COUPLE OF CORRECTIONS / TIPS ***

1) The trigger input does not lock anything to a tempo, I was mislead by a couple of "lucky" patches where it seems to do so. My bad! :( The trigger input actually triggers a single grain. So with density in the mid position 12 o'clock no grains are sewn by default but the trigger input will create a single grain. So audio rate triggers / rhythmic patterns etc can all be achieved by trigger input alone.

2) Not really a correction but a tip, the phasey sound that's apparent in several places is due to the high grain density and overlap of the grains. When the input is static many grains of the same pitch stack up creating this sound. With granular synthesis at least some mild random modulation would be there on playback position, grain size or pitch to create further depth. The perception of depth is more perceivable even with a subtle use of modulation create FX such as chorusing and choir style FX on vocals. You can skip to the patch where I use several CV sources at 10:51 to hear these effects. You can also see the output fed back into itself as a modulation source at 09:05

Here's the overview for Clouds! They'll be a second video going through the other modes on Clouds (pitch / time stretcher, looping delay and an experimental spectral mode) but this is all the features with trigger input, CV, loading saving, audio settings and all the blend modes in my usual feature overview style.

Check out the other Mutable Instruments videos on my page and hit like and subscribe for more videos every week!"

Sonic Mayhem's Kiwi-106

Published on Jan 12, 2015 Syntegrator

"If you've played Tron Evolution, Dead Rising 3, Mass Effect 3 or even Quake 3 Arena, then you've already heard Sonic Mayhem's work in the gaming industry: In this new playlist I take a fairly beaten up Juno-106 belonging to Sonic Mayhem himself and give it the old Syntegrator transmogrification into an 'as-new' Kiwi-106 with custom hardwood chassis and black Jupiter style overlays from SynthGraphics!"

BT's Kiwi 106 - Part 5 (Sonic Mayhem Part 2)

Published on Jan 15, 2015

"Analogue Renaissance have just announced a new generation of their Juno-106 filter chip replacement, and fortunately for BT and Sonic Mayhem, I happen to have been sent three of the first sets to leave the factory- One's for BT, one's for Sonic Mayhem, and one's for showing at the NAMM show next week!"

Sonic Mayhem's Kiwi-106: Part 3 - The Panel Board

Published on Feb 1, 2015

"A detailed coverage of the rebuild process for Sonic Mayhem's Juno-106 panel board: Tact switches, LEDs and Sliders are all subject to removal and replacement with new parts."

BT's Kiwi-106: Part 7 (Sonic Mayhem Part 4) - Pre-NAMM All Nighter

Published on Feb 3, 2015 Syntegrator

"Usually I sleep a few hours the night before flying down to Anaheim to exhibit at the Winter NAMM show, but this year I had KIWI synthesizers to finish building for our booth! Both BT and Sonic Mayhem's rebuilt KIWI-106 units have their panel boards completed, and we also have a quick look at the completely remanufactured KIWI-3P that we'll be taking to the show."

Element Kaoss - Chaotic Eternity

Published on Jan 12, 2015 ElementKaoss

"Thought to share this another time with better Catty quality. Some info of upcoming videos in the video. Enjoy!"

Kaoss on eBay

Grendel RA-9 Grenadier - Trading 8's

Published on Jan 12, 2015 EA78751

"Video demo of Grendel RA-9 Grenadier. An 8-bar phrase is traded back and forth between the synthesizers to show a variety of tones and filterbank modulations. Sequenced by CV-Gate with Vermona MIDI-CV converter.
http://rarewaves.net/products/grendel..."

XILS Vocoder 5000 : Matrix Patch and Slew Rate Tutorial

Published on Jan 11, 2015 xilslab

"Short explanation of the XILS Vocoder 5000 Matrix Patch and Slew Rate feature."

Blood Music Part1

Published on Jan 11, 2015 ryouichi harada

Akai Professional Announces Advance Keyboard Series

Published on Jan 12, 2015 AkaiProVideo

Update: Intro & Behind the Scenes video below added.

Akai Professional Advance Keyboards - Behind the Scenes


"Check out behind the scenes with PJ Morton (Maroon 5), Morgan Kibby (M83/White Sea), and Illan Rubin (Angels & Airwaves, Nine Inch Nails and The New Regime)."

"Artists can now load, play and control all their virtual instrument plugins directly from their keyboard. New keyboards deliver optimum hands-on performance features with seamless software integration for playing and controlling today’s hottest VST instruments and DAWs.

Cumberland, RI (January 12, 2015)—Akai Professional (akaipro.com), a leading manufacturer of keyboards for performers and recording artists, today announced the introduction of their Advance Keyboard series. Available in 25-, 49-, and 61-key sizes, the Advance 25, Advance 49, and Advance 61 provide unprecedented playability and advanced manipulation of any virtual instrument via an interactive, full-color display complemented by performance friendly hardware controls.

Designed to fuse the power of software instruments with the live playability of a keyboard workstation, the Advance Keyboard series transforms computer-based plugins into an entirely hands-on playing experience. The keyboard surface features an integrated high-resolution full-color 4.3-inch display, providing real-time control and feedback of any and all virtual instrument parameters. The screen instantly adapts itself to the selected plugin’s controls, delivering immediate 1:1 access to the instrument and various editable functions. Better yet, the Advance Keyboard series works with any VSTi virtual instrument. Using the Advance keyboard’s custom designed Virtual Instrument Player (VIP) software application, your entire VSTi library can be controlled in one application. VIP operates as a plugin inside any major digital audio workstation (DAW) or as a stand-alone application on both Mac and Windows operating systems.

Dedicated physical controls are thoughtfully included, with Akai Professional’s hallmark RGB backlit, velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads integrated into each keyboard surface. Rubberized pitch and modulation wheels deliver player-preferred note manipulation with highly musical action. Large, continuously-variable endless knobs invite frequent use, letting the user make parameter adjustments with granular or dramatic effect. A custom semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive keybed—another Akai Professional specialty—supports aftertouch, making it an elite keyboard for seasoned live performers and studio producers alike.


“The Advance Keyboard series represents a giant leap forward for keyboard players,” said Dan Gill, Product Manager for Akai Professional. “Until now, software-based instruments leaned heavily on computer interaction, which caused creative and logistical bottlenecks, especially during live performances. We’re combining the processing power of your computer, the flexibility of your virtual instrument collection, and the hands-on immediacy of a traditional keyboard workstation. The result is a powerful and inspiring user experience.”

Included with each Advance Keyboard is the Virtual Instrument Player (VIP) application. VIP gives Advance Keyboard users access to any virtual instrument in their collection with or without a DAW—a powerful way to play virtual instruments live or integrate them into a recording session. VIP software users can also create setlists that provide on-demand access to user-curated instruments for stage performance and studio work. With a single button press on an Advance Keyboard, the player can adapt to song changes as the live performance progresses—without ever reaching for the computer. Performers of all types will welcome VIP’s facilities for hyper-fast instrument and patch browsing, key zone splitting, layering of up to 8 instruments per VIP instance, expansive custom mapping capabilities, and support for any VSTi plugin. Advance Keyboard users may run as many instances of the Virtual Instrument Player as their computer allows. VIP runs as a VSTi, AU, RTAS or AAX plugin, allowing you access to VSTi's in virtually any DAW, such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro X and Ableton Live.

Gill continues, “Keyboard players have been straddling two worlds for the better part of the decade. A standalone keyboard workstation was only as current as the sounds inside of it, and similarly, virtual instruments were only as good as the best controllers. The Advance Keyboard series delivers uninhibited access to any virtual instrument in your library without losing focus of the instrument in front of you.”

Each Advance Keyboard ships with a 16GB download of over 10,000 sounds from industry-leading developers at AIR Music Technology, SONiVOX, and Prime Loops. Purchased separately, this comprehensive collection of nine plugins is valued at over $1,000.00 USD and provides Advance Keyboard owners with an instant palette of contemporary and coveted sounds for live performance and studio production.

Advance Keyboard Series Highlights:
• Keyboardsforadvancedvirtualinstrumentperformance
• Integrated4.3-inchhigh-resolutionfull-colorscreenwithdedicatedinterfacebuttons • Screenprovides1:1,real-timefeedbackofpluginparameters
• Availablein25-,49-,and61-keysizes
• IncludesVirtualInstrumentPlayersoftwareforunprecedentedvirtualinstrument
preset management, control mapping and multi patch creation
• Premium,semi-weightedvelocity-sensitivekeybedwithaftertouch
• 8large,endlessandcontinuouslyvariablecontrolknobs
• 8velocity-andpressure-sensitiveMPCpadswithRGBillumination
• Dedicatedpadbank,transportcontrol,octave,andperformancebuttons
• Noterepeat,time-division,patternarpeggiator,andtap-tempobuttons
• RubberizedPitchandModulationwheels
• Expressionpedalandfootswitchinputs
• USBand5-pinMIDIInput/OutputforusewithanyMIDIcapablesoftwareorhardware
• Alsofunctionsasastandalonecontroller
• Includesa16GBdownloadwithmorethan10,000soundsfromleadingvirtualinstrumentsfromAIR
Music Technology, SONiVOX and Prime Loops.
Virtual Instrument Player Software Highlights:
• PlaysvirtuallyeveryVSTi-compatibleplugin
• Operatesasastandalonevirtualinstrumentplayerforyourcomputer
• AlsooperatesasapluginwithinanyAU,VST,orAAXcompatibleDAW
• Organizesyourplugincollectionwithintuitivebrowsingbyplugin,artistcollection,instrumenttype,
timbre, and more
• Access,edit,andmixupto8virtualinstrumentsatonetime
• Setlistfeatureletsliveperformersswitchbetweenpatchesfromanyplugininstantlyfromthe
keyboard
• Extensivekeyzonesplitting,custommapping,andinstrumentmixingoptions • Pre-mappedtohundredsofindustry-leadingvirtualinstruments
• UnlimitedinstancesofVIPmayberuninaDAW
Advance 25, Advance 49, and Advance 61 will be available in early 2015 at retail pricing of $399.99, $499.99, and $599.99, respectively.

Visit us at NAMM Booth 6700.

For more information, visit akaipro.com/advance."

New DSM02 Character Eurorack Module from Dave Smith Instruments

Published on Jan 12, 2015 Dave Smith Instruments

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The DSM02 Character Module in Eurorack format is the newest addition to Dave Smith Modular. With 5 digital effects with true stereo operation, the DSM02 offers extremely flexible tone shaping and sonic possibilities. More info available at www.davesmithinstruments.com"



And the official press release:

"Dave Smith Instruments Introduces DSM02 Character Module Legendary Synth Designer Debuts Second Eurorack Module for Modular Systems

San Francisco, CA—January 12, 2015—Dave Smith Instruments today introduced the DSM02 Character module, their second offering for modular synthesizers. The Eurorack-format module provides an eclectic assortment of five digital effects, ranging from subtle to aggressive for shaping, twisting, and mangling sound. These effects, Girth, Air, Decimate, Hack, and Drive form a significant component in Smith’s acclaimed Pro 2 and Prophet 12 synthesizers.

'The Character section of the Pro 2 and Prophet 12 is a fundamental part of what gives those instruments their unique sound,' says Smith. 'As our users know, those effects can take you from nice to nasty with the turn of a knob. We wanted to make it easy and affordable for modular users to inject some of that character into their rigs.'

'Girth' and 'Air' provide sophisticated low- and high-frequency harmonic enhancement, respectively, for polishing and refining a sound. 'Decimate' performs sample rate reduction for adding lo-fi grunge. 'Hack' is a bit crusher capable of trashing an otherwise clean signal nearly beyond recognition. And lastly, 'Drive' adds overdrive and saturation, with warmth at one end of the knob and intense harmonic overload at the other.

The DSM02 module is a 14HP wide, standard Eurorack-format device with interconnections made using 3.5 mm phone jacks. A carefully designed set of inputs allow individual voltage control of effect levels. The module provides two independent audio inputs and two independent audio outputs with shared control, allowing for either mono or stereo operation. The digital signal path provides full 24-bit, 96 kHz resolution for superior audio fidelity.

As DSI’s Andrew McGowan puts it, 'The modular scene is exploding with possibilities. We’ve got a lot of really creative and expressive tools to offer musicians in that world. Our Curtis Filter module was our first contribution and users snapped it up immediately. This time we wanted to do something a little more esoteric—but still fundamental to the Dave Smith sound. We think the modular crowd is going to love it.'

The DSM02 module is available now with a MAP of $259."