So did anyone else catch the synth reference in The Force Awakens? Hint: It has to do with that planet in the right of the image on the left. If so, leave a comment, and please do not reveal any other spoilers for those who haven't seen it yet, although anyone that hasn't might be due for some punishment. I've seen it twice already in 3D and 2D - a note on which was a better experience for me is below. That said, if you haven't seen the film yet do not look in the comments, but see my note directly below.
A small tip for those that haven't seen the film yet: I saw it the first time in IMAX 3D and again today in IMAX 2D at the same theater. I'm not sure if it was the theater, but both the audio and video quality of the 3D version blew the 2D version away. The screen was sharper, brighter and the audio was significantly better in the IMAX 3D version. I almost think something was just wrong with the 2D theatre, the quality was that much worse. It was like going from stereo to mono.
Update: someone got the answer in the comments below, so don't look if you still want to guess.
Hordijk Modular System: Improv on a patch using some Cross Modulation between 2 OSC HRM, each oscillator is cross modding each others wave shape, both oscillators go into a twin peak filter which is also modulated by the oscillators. random CV and clock from the Rungler. TetraMAPS sequencer is clocked from the patch and is controlling the time on a strymon timeline via midi. Reverb is Strymon Big Sky."
"Seems more cards are getting released these days so I thought since they seem to be all black and I am seeing more demand for black panels that it would only make sense to make a dedicated black panel with a double card holder. I have the kits available now."
"This video demonstrates some factory patches of the Modal Electronics Modulus 002 hybrid synthesizer. These are only some of the included patches. Part 2."
"In this video I use the synth line we created in Korg Volca Keys poly mode tutorial ( LINK BELOW ) . I'll use this sequence in octave mode to show you how thick the Korg Volca Keys can be by itself and some added effects."
"Rare vintage drum machine in excellent cosmetic condition. Controller literally looks brand new. Tested and has a slight hiss / crackle. Comes with original pads and all work great. One of them has a slight crack in the plastic housing on the bottom but does not affect performance. Pads are made of felt and there are no rips. There is an additional original kick drum pad that is missing as are the original stands. Samples produced are very unique and of the era. Haven't heard anything like it and with the blend feature you can make some really awesome sounds."
"Short introduction in the basisc waveforms of BLUE LANTERN LUNAR MODULATION CENTER
Sophisticated FM sounds of this module in the other clips."
BLUE LANTERN Lunar Modulation Center // experiencing FM 2
Published on Jan 1, 2016
"This is now for some sophsticated FM wirings with BLUE LANTERN LUNAR MODULATION CENTER with a little help from VERBOS COMPLEX OSCILLATOR and INTELLIJEL QUADRA AD + ARTURIA BEATSTEP PRO."
A quick video demonstrating a tweaked pad/lead sound I’ve called ‘Sparkly Lead/Pad’ [there is a little delay on the JU-06 from the mixer]
There are lots of video’s showing some of the sounds of the JU-06 but many of them highlight the basses of which this machine was fondly remembered for – but I remember the pads in particular, they were always my favourite.
I used to have a Roland Juno 106 [1988-1992] and lost it to a seedy bunch who were employees of a music store in Newcastle Upon Tyne called ‘Rock City’ the store went bust while they were in possession of my Juno 106 and other synths, [a Roland SH101 being another] because the store was closing down [unkown to me] they thought it was ok to steal customers property, which they did.
Used:
Korg EMX2
Roland Lucina AX-09
Roland Boutique JU-06
Roland Aira System 1
As always, the track is recorded Live: audio/video recorded simultaneously [mistakes included!]
"The Commodore has been modded to be a portable synthesizer. No monitor needed to create music but Cynthcart does produce visuals if you hook one up. Black and white keys are marked on the Commodore. Paddles have been hardwired for filter control, rendering the joystick ports inactive. Audio out for 1/4" jack. Everything works perfectly. Comes with original box, genuine Commodore power adapter, Cynthcart and Commodore 64. Box has some damage. More info on Cynthcart: qotile.net/cynthcart.html"
A video posted by Pittsburgh Modular (@pghmodular) on
Update: I was too busy looking at the sequencer, I almost missed what appears to be an all-in-one synth above it! You can see a second system to the left.
And a few more (be sure to click the more link if you are coming off the front page):
"Here's a little tune made with CARBON on NYE 2016! Experimenting with three different scenes, track mutes and live soloing. The instruments used are PHENOL, Juno-2, D-550 and Machinedrum. All MIDI is generated by CARBON.
"This auction is for a vintage Roland System 100M module 110 which contains a VCO, VCF and VCA. The module works great and the sliders and pots work are smooth. Used in a non-smoking private studio. Features glow in the dark slider caps (technology transplant) and has a completely reversible SYNC mod which was professionally installed. It uses the LOW audio output jack and converts it into an input to sync the VCO frequency. You can then use the VCO mod input to do sync sweeps."
Roland TR-808 Restoration (Part 1) - Switches, pots and other replacement parts.
Published on Jan 1, 2016 GOLT !
"The first video in my TR-808 Restoration series. Covers step switches, Start and Tap switches, switch caps, pots, knobs, screws and everything else that can be replaced using aftermarket parts."
TR-808 Restoration (Part 2) - Power supply and electrical tests
Published on Jan 3, 2016 GOLT !
"The second video in my TR-808 Restoration Series. This one covers the power supply, transformers, electrical saftey test, supply board voltages and related things."
All the sounds are apps, except the sample, recorder and mixed on the iPad. No computers or MIDI used during the recording and mixing of this.
Contains a sample from "Uranium" from the album Radioactivity (1975) by Kraftwerk
Spotted this one on disschord. A new synth coming to the iPad.
"The CHAiOS SYNTH 2 is a further development of the free and easy-to-use CHAiOS SYNTH for iPad, which was formerly developed at the University of Applied Sciences Duesseldorf. The new version is beefed up by a number of new features and improvements. Now the CHAiOS SYNTH 2 has become a fully professional synthesizer while staying as intuitive and uncomplicated as its predecessor.
With support for Inter-App Audio and Audiobus the CHAiOS SYNTH 2 can be used together with other audio apps on iPad.
Main features:
- 16 Step melody generator with unique random algorithm
- Wavetable oscillator with three different waveforms
- VA lowpass filter with variable resonance and cutoff frequency
- Delay- and reverb-effects
- ADSR envelopes for controlling amp and filter frequency
- Support for Audiobus and Inter-App Audio
Improvements to CHAiOS Synth 1
- New bandlimited wavetable oscillator
- New „virtual analog“ 4-pole lowpass filter
- Additional ADSR-envelope for the filter frequency
- 3 modes for filter resonance
- 16 step /3 track drum-sequencer
- More parameters for reverb and delay
- Adjustable oscillator volume
- Improved, streamlined design
CHAiOS SYNTH 2 will be available soon. For more information visit: www.facebook.com/ChaiosSynth
The old, free version of CHAiOS SYNTH is still available at the App Store FOR FREE, but will not be developed or maintained any further. Check it out to get the idea of the CHAiOS Engine!
"About 95% EMX1. A great little box. I added some additional live bass from the System 1m, and some messed up crap from the Microbrute (should've just stayed off that....lol). But I wanted to look like I was doing something instead of just changing the pattern on the EMX. Anyway, I loved this song from C.C.C.P. back in the day when I used to actually go to dance clubs and I thought I'd redo it just for fun. Hope you enjoy."
"I'm learning to cut sentences for this small sampler, there may be some stumbling on the track, but it is my fault, I should practice a little more.
The track is Rumble, originally created on a Roland RS5,
I keep a MP3 with working for this demo.
"Complex EG generated by Sputnik QFTS influenced by Maths and Wogglebug
Make Noise Maths and Make Noise Wogglebug sending CV to the Sputnik QFTS Attack and Decay CV inputs.
The complex EG from the Sputnik goes to the Pittsburgh Synthesizer Box VCA CV IN and the Intellijel Hex VCA CV IN ch 1 for the AJH Synth Minimod VCO and ch 2 for the Make Noise STO VCO.
Make Noise Wogglebug also send random clock to the Pittsburgh Sequencer Hold input.
The Pittsburgh Synthesizer Box filter is in LPG mode and the WMD Micro Hadron Collider are in LP mode with fixed frecuency positions for the MINI MOD and the STO"
"HAPPY NEW YEAR!! 2016 will be great as we've launched a new website, opened a bigger showroom, and have lots of exciting new gear to show everyone in a few weeks 👏🎊 #keepmusiccreative #metasonix"
2015 was an amazing year for me and thank you all so much for your lovely comments and support. I've got a lot of exciting things planned for the upcoming year and I can't wait to share them with you!
I love you all very much, and I wish all the very best for you.
Happy New Year everyone! I want to thank you all for a great 2015 and I wish you all the best in 2016!
The following is my yearly round up for the year. Feel free to dig into this post as much you like, or skip it and leave a comment at the bottom of the post. I'd be curious to hear what stood out for you in 2015. Do you like the direction the synthesizer world is headed in, or would you rather see more or less of any type of product?
