MATRIXSYNTH: Sunday, January 25, 2015

Sunday, January 25, 2015

New Avalon Bassline Synth & Sequencer From Abstrakt Instruments - Details & Price

Abstrakt Instruments is a new company from the creators of the x0xi0, a heavily modified x0xb0x that is considered to be the ultimate x0xb0x. The Avalon is a new instrument and is not based on the x0xb0x. Full details will follow in time, but for now you can get a good feel for what it is via the pics. Click on each for the full size shots. Note there is a white, silver and black version. Also note the cartridge slot and swappable 24db Transistor Ladder Filter and 12db State Variable Filter cards. There's Dinsync IO in addition to MIDI IO, and extensive CV IO.

You can find an interview with Abstrakt Instruments' Brian Castro previously posted here.

Update: some initial info from Brian (press release is still to follow):

"ok guys, we just got done at NAMM. If we don't sleep for 3 days straight the official press release will go out Monday for those of you who weren't able to attend NAMM and get a demo in person. There will be more content coming as everyone starts to upload more pics and edit videos. For those who can't wait for the NAMM content and debut of the website here are some bullet points of the basics.

The avalon bassline synth is an analog monosynth based on the TB-303. It combines a 100% mirror of TB-303 RevD mainboard together with a panel board containing additional analog and digital circuitry.

Uses all original spec parts of the original TB-303 (transistors, caps, IC's, diodes, transformer, etc..) together with a BA6110 VCA with current gain calibrated to match the original BA662.

Fully backwards compatible with the original TB-303 (actually works with an original TB-303 CPU).

Sub oscillator has saw, sqr, and tri both -1 and -2 oct.

The cartridge slot is for filter carts which can be hot-swapped and used in place of the internal TB-303 filter.

Additional analog controls include sub/ext level control, filter tracking, accent decay, vca decay (goes full off), AD utility envelope with bi-polar modulation of the VCA and VCF.

I/O on back includes CV & Gate In/Out, accent sweep cv out (amplified and normalized to 0-5V), filter cv input. Audio out consists of saw and sqr out (+/-5V), external input, and vca & filter outputs.

Sequencer control has TB-303 pitch/time modes as well as a new realtime mode making use of the the step led switches (yes those are switches). Too many features to list - browse the panel to get an idea. patterns can be 64 steps in length with numerous time signature options. There are 448 internal patterns and 56 tracks. These can also be saved and loaded via sysex.

Sync modes are internal, MIDI and DIN, and it outputs both MIDI and DIN Sync. Also has USB-MIDI, and synth can be played externally.

Extremely high build quality including custom pots, german key switches, and 4-piece steel enclosure.

Can't comment yet on price except to say it'll be under $1000US."

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Teenage Engineering Pocket Operators - NAMM 2015

Published on Jan 25, 2015 Sound On Sound magazine

"Teenage Engineering show us their latest offerings, a trio of tiny stripped-down calculator-sized sequencers — each for only $59. There's the PO-12 Rhythm drum machine, the PO-14 Sub bass synth and the PO-16 Factory lead synth. We hear what they can do."

NAMM 2015: Tip-Top Audio

Published on Jan 25, 2015 sonicstate

"NAMM 2015: Tip-Top Audio Circadian Rhythms and those beautiful new Serge modules"

The ndial by Peter Bussigel

"The ndial combines automated sampling and sequencing with manual controls to navigate sound worlds in unpredictable ways. The system selects samples at random from a live or prerecorded source and maps them to a hardware interface—an 8-step sequencer that goes around instead of along. The interface can match pulses, record live samples, reorganize patterns, add effects, and remix performances in real time. Recordings are explored out of order, and because control of the content is limited, preconceived strategies give way to the matters at hand.

The ndial is designed for use with the onism software system. Four ndials were used in the performance-game-nterplay, Re. A typical nterplay lasts between 8-15 minutes with each ndial drawing from one sound world—a recording, song, speech or live input. nterplays can involve anywhere from 1 to 4 players."

NAMM 2015 - Roland Promars Plug-Out synth for System-1

Published on Jan 25, 2015 Future Music Magazine

"Future Music have teamed up with Andertons Music for NAMM 2015. Here we check out the new Plug-Out synth for the System-1, the Roland Promars."

I would love to see desktop System-1 for any size keyboard controller with velocity & aftertouch.

Original Stand for Elka Synthex

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"For sale here: the original stand for the Elka Synthex, in excellent condition, complete of all its parts.

(elka synthex synth for sale in separate listing, also available four voice boards in separate listing)"

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Cwejman VCO-2RM Dual Oscillator

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Akai AX-73 Vintage Analog Synth SN 10425-00394

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Custom Roland Juno-106 Analog Programmable Polyphonic Synthesizer SN 392376

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"Previous seller had it completely refurbished by SynthSpa and a custom paint job plus custom wood side panels!"

Note the blue under the keyboard section.

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Sequential Prophet-6 - NAMM 2015

Published on Jan 25, 2015 Sound On Sound magazine

"Six-Voice Polyphonic Analogue Synthesizer"

NAMM2015 Introducing Buchla Eurorack Adapter

Published on Jan 25, 2015 Analogue Zone Showroom / Hangszer

"NAMM2015 Introducing Bulcha Eurorack Adapter"

NAMM 2015: In Conversation with Alessandro Cortini [on Make Noise & NIN Live]

Published on Jan 25, 2015 sonicstate

"NAMM 2015: In Conversation with Alessandro Cortini The Nine Inch Nails synth guru gives us a look at his make noise rig"

NAMM2015 Alessandro Cortini Performing on a MakeNoise Shared System

Published on Jan 25, 2015

"NAMM2015 Alessandro Cortini Performing on a MakeNoise Shared System"

The 2015 NAMM Show: Rich Formidoni talks about the ARP ODYSSEY, MS-20m and SQ-1

Published on Jan 25, 2015 Korg

"Day one of the 2015 NAMM show was a huge success for Korg, and it’s only getting busier. Rich Formidoni gives a quick recap of all the attention that the ARP Odyssey, MS-20m, and SQ-1 are getting."

Pedals on a Prophet 12

Published on Jan 25, 2015 Miguel d'Oliveira

"Running a prophet 12 through 3 pedals (Strymon Blue Sky + Timeline and a Moog Clusterflux) trying to add character to the sound of a factory preset.
I could have made the texture a bit more interesting by running MIDI into the P12 and using both hands to tweak the controls on the pedals."

NORDRONE

Published on Jan 25, 2015 ux256

"nord electro 4 hp + nord lead 1"

NAMM 2015: TipTop Audio Circadian Rhythm

Published on Jan 25, 2015 Electronic Musician Magazine

Tiptop Audio shows off their Circadian Rhythm at the NAMM Show 2015.

Special Edition Black Tolex Moog Voyager XL with Vintage Moog Modular Themed Panel

via Control Voltage

Memorymoog Sequential Prophet 6 00 Yamaha CS-80 CP-80 Prophet 5 Monte Mare

Published on Jan 24, 2015 MrFirechild

"An EPIC track by Mr Firechild using a lot of Vintage synths including Memorymooog, Yamaha CS-80 , CP-80 , Prophet 5 Rev2 , Rhodes Chroma. Prophet 600 , Xpander , SEM Pro , Vermona DRM1 mkIII.
Choirs from EWQL Symphonic Choirs using Wordbuilder.
Including outdoor photos from Peter Bergquist www.pedda.com Composed and Produced by www.firechild.se"

Edgar Froese Tributes

Rumble and noises (My last goodbye to Edgar Froese)

Published on Jan 24, 2015 GruithuisenCityMan

Rumble and noises (My last goodbye to Edgar Froese)

Hello ! My name is Frederic Gerchambeau. I have made this movie and this music. The music has been made using an analog modular synthesizer including an Elements and a Clouds from Mutable Instruments and a Dub Jr from Audio Damage.
Enjoy !"

A Music Tribute to Edgar Froese

Published on Jan 24, 2015 davidryle

"The most influential composer of my life. Rest In Peace Mr. Froese."

Arjen Schat | Change Of A Cosmic Address

Published on Jan 25, 2015 Arjen Schat

"'There is no death, there is just a change of our cosmic address.'
- Edgar Froese

This video was recorded in honor of Edgar Froese who passed away January 20th, 2015.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edgar_Fr..."

Logos. In memory of Edgar Froese

Published on Jan 25, 2015 KlaatuNinja

"Tangerine Dream Logos cover In memory of Edgar Froese who died this week. His music means so much to so many, he will be missed."

NAMM 2015: Moog Modular Systems

Published on Jan 25, 2015 Electronic Musician Magazine

"Moog shows off their Modular Systems at the NAMM Show 2015."

Brian Kehew.

NAMM 2015: Malcolm Cecil

Published on Jan 25, 2015 Electronic Musician Magazine

"Electronic Musician interviews Malcolm Cecil about TONTO at the NAMM Show 2015."

NAMM: Prophet-6 Q&A with Dave Smith

Dave Smith Answers Gearslutz.com members questions - by Synthbug

Published on Jan 25, 2015 Synthbug

PPG PRK / FD Processor Keyboard for Wave and Evu synthesizer

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Roland Jupiter 8 Analog Synth

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Korg 900PS Preset Synthesizer

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korg ex 800 with moog slayer mod and more

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"Modified with the MoogSlayer filter mod, FM mod, External Audio in mod, internal feedback mod, and a couple others. Knobs aren't labeled, so I will include an instructional diagram. Comes with original power supply and rack ears. Sounds great, but I rarely use it anymore. I have too much gear, not enough space. Unit is totally functional, the filter is insane, but it is an old piece of gear and my mods aren't manufacture grade, so all sales are final. Guaranteed to not be D.O.A."

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Future Retro Revolution R2 bassline synthesizer

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Access Virus Ti2 White Out

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Modded Roland MC 202 Micro-Composser

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ROLAND RS-505 Analogue Synthesiser

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Vintage Sequential PROPHET 600 Analogue Synthesizer!☆ w/ Teensy CPU SN 1573

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"Hi, you're looking at a vintage 1982 Sequential CIrcuits Prophet 600 Analogue Synthesizer in absolutely stunning super-clean condition!!

This already great sounding twin VCO analogue synthesizer benefits from having the incredible GliGli/Teesy CPU and firmware upgrade installed. This has turned the Prophet 600 into a truly amazing polysynth...it easily competes with the Prophet 5 and in my view actually sounds nicer...I've always prefered them sonically even before the upgrade..but now this synth is on a whole new level! Super fast enevelopes, super high pot resolution(no stepping), fully MIDI control..plus a whole host of new sonic possiblities!

Prophet 600 Manual, GliGli Upgrade manual and power lead all included. Comes loaded up with all the original factory presets as described in the manual!

It has also been serviced and calibrated for sale and is ready to go. No scratchy pots or leaking caps or anything else and All features work fully and have been thoroughly checked, including all foot-switch operations.

The sound is just ridiculously organic and rich!"

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moog drummer

Published on Jan 25, 2015 zack dagoba

"A drum patch on the Moog. The 914 Fixed Filter Bank is fabbo for percussion manipulation. See http://myblogitsfullofstars.blogspot...."

Quasi-OperaticSelf Playing Patch

Published on Jan 25, 2015 ikjoyce

"Today's patch and play resulted in a patch consisting of five sequences of differing lengths, controlling four VCOs via a matrix mixer and four quantizers to ensure a harmonic result. The 'operatic voice' is coming from the Dark Energy."

Endorphin.es | New Module | We love the simple things | Pt. 3

Published on Jan 25, 2015 TheEndorphines

"Connect any DAW and send control signals through the Shuttle Control. For example a Midi clock or a DIN Sync output.
We love the simple things."

NAMM 2015: STG Soundlabs

Published on Jan 25, 2015 Electronic Musician Magazine

"STG Soundlabs shows off some of their modules at the NAMM Show 2015."

New Envelope Generator & Time Divider

NAMM 2015: Qu-Bit Electronix

Published on Jan 25, 2015 Electronic Musician Magazine

"Qu-Bit Electronix shows off some of their modules at the NAMM Show 2015."

Chord: polyphonic 7th chord oscillator
EON: 2 HP envelope/oscillator/noise
Tri-ger: gate pattern recorder
Nano Rand: 4 HP random/s+h/noise
Buffered mult: YEP

Modal Electronics Modulus 002 sounds NAMM 2015

Published on Jan 25, 2015 keyboardmag1

NOTE: This is the last post with the Modulus channel label. See the Modal Electronics channel for newer posts.

Modulus 002 sounds NAMM 2015

Modal 002 features NAMM 2015

Waldorf NW-1 Eurorack wavetable oscillator at NAMM 2015

Published on Jan 25, 2015 keyboardmag1

NAMM 2015: Low-Gain Electronics

Published on Jan 25, 2015 Electronic Musician Magazine

"Low-Gain Electronics shows off some of their modules at the NAMM Show 2015."

New modules:
DAC 8 sequencer
SEQ-X1
SEQ-X2
CVP-1
SUBMIX6

Dave Smith Sequential Prophet-6 at NAMM 2015

Published on Jan 25, 2015 keyboardmag1

"Dave's new synth is all analog, all discrete, and bears both the Prophet and Sequential names."

Some audio demos at 3:33.

The Profit Sex. Turn on closed captioning CC for some weirdness. Madlibs with Dave Smith.

Mutable Instruments Clouds as a special VCO

Published on Jan 25, 2015 DavidH

"drive any sound into the input, try with various sources
full wet
density at noon
size texture pitch as you like
sequencer trig into density, you get one grain at each step
quantized voltage into 1v/oct
when you like the sound Freeeeeeeeeeeeeze
position = waveshaper
size = step lenght (you may use a sequencer line)
texture = envelope"

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