MOK Wavewazor Eurorack Module

Published on Aug 20, 2019 CatSynth TV

"We explore the new Waverazor Eurorack Module from MOK. The module features the same patented waveslicing oscillators found in the Waverazor software plugin, complete with a multitude of controls for manipulating the waveslices via the touch screen, knobs, or CV inputs.

We discuss the concepts of waveslicing synthesis, explore the interface, check out some presets, create our own sliced waveform, and go wild with the CV inputs, culminating in a performance with CV sequencers and external drum machines.

00:40 About Waveslicing Synthesis and The Razor
01:34 Exploring the module's controls and various presets
05:50 Editing your own waveforms
08:08 Clock-based wave slicing
12:15 Going wild with CV
12:45 Putting it all together with CV, sequencers, and external drum machines!

External CV via the Arturia MiniBrute 2, and Make Noise Rene and Tempi.
Drum accompaniment for the final section provided by a Korg Volca Beats and Mutant HiHats from Hexinverter.net.

External audio: "Proportional Fish" by Amanda Chaudhary, available at https://amandachaudhary.bandcamp.com/...

For more information, please visit mok.com. Full press release below.
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Waverazor Intro Videos

Published on Apr 29, 2017 MOK

"All sounds, including drums, produced by Waverazor. Music by Taiho Yamada. Video by TracktionSoftware. Visit www.mok.com for more info."

Playlist:
Waverazor Intro Movie
Waverazor Oscillator Intro
Waverazor Multi-Sync Intro
Waverazor Mutant AM Intro
Waverazor User Interface Intro
Waverazor - Getting Started

You can find more posts on Waverazor here, and Taiho Yamaha here.

NAMM 2019: MOK Waverazor Module

Published on Jan 26, 2019 CatSynth TV

"Taiho Yamada of MOK demonstrates the new Waverazor module at NAMM 2019.

'The Waverazor Dual Oscillator module brings our patent-pending oscillator design to Eurorack format. Waverazor's wave slicing synthesis presents a novel approach that splices waveforms into twisted and aggressive timbres. Featuring new sound generation techniques like Multi-Sync and Mutant AM, the Waverazor oscillator is perfect for biting leads, glitched-out basses, cinematic pads and everything in between.'

"One Waverazor oscillator can contain up to 16 wave slices, creating a multi-segment "Frankenstein" waveform that produces extended harmonic content. Each individual slice has independent control over wave pitch, volume, phase and DC offset, allowing a single oscillator to contain a multitude of timbral colors. Even the "Razor" itself can be adjusted, with parameters for its own slice frequency, step size multiplier and duty cycle."

For more NAMM 2019 coverage, please subscribe to this channel and visit www.catsynth.com"

MOK Waverazor

MOK Waverazor - Oscillator Demo

Published on Jan 21, 2017 MOK

"WAVERAZOR
Futuristic Virtual Synth

A demo of the Waverazor oscillator with a 4 part wave slice. All sound in this demo is from one oscillator, with no filters, effects, or modulation engaged. This illustrates some of the extreme complexity that can be achieved with the Waverazor oscillator.

Unleash your dark side with Waverazor—a futuristic synth that gives you the power to splice waveforms into aggressive new sounds. The patent-pending oscillator design utilizes a new form of synthesis to produce biting leads, glitched-out basses, cinematic pads and everything in between. Twist and torture every parameter of sound using a central oscilloscope for precise waveform creation. Morph multiple parameters at once using an array of performance controllers. The collection of included presets provides a launchpad into endless sonic exploration. Waverazor is compatible with AAX/AU/VST on Mac, PC and Linux."

See the MOK label below for more.

Sensel Morph and MOK Waverazor (via Expert Sleepers FH-2)

CatSynth TV

"The MOK Waverazor exposes a large array of CV points to control its wave-slicing oscillators. This provides an opportunity to connect a Sensel Morph with Buchla Thunder overlay for expressive timbral control. We experiment with this setup, using an Expert Sleepers FH-2 and FHX-8CV to connect them, along with our Arturia MiniBrute 2 for keyboard and amplitude envelope.

If you have not already seen our detailed MOK Waverazor demo and tutorial, please check that out [posted here].

0:23 Control opportunities on MOK Waverazor
0:58 Connecting and configuring the Sensel Morph and Expert Sleepers FH-2
2:00 Preset demos with Waverazor and Morph

For more information
MOK Waverazor: mok.com
Sensel Morph: sensel.com
Expert Sleepers FH-2 and FHX-8CV: expert-sleepers.uk

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NEW Waverazor 2.8! New Waveforms, Patches, and Mod Capabilities!

video upload by MOK

"Waverazor 2.8 is out and a FREE UPGRADE for all current Waverazor owners. Please go to the Tracktion site to get your free upgrade or to purchase: https://www.tracktion.com/products/wa...

NEW WAVERAZOR 2.8 FEATURES:
• 31 new waveforms including Trieven, Hard Rok, Shark Tooth, and Trapezoid
• New sound bank by sound designer and YouTube synth whiz Alex Reid with 69 new patches great for today’s music producer
• New 'Deep Space' sound bank by Mark Hoffmann and Rob Rampley with 26 unique and super trippy patches
• More patches in the M. Hoffmann bank
• "Ring Delay” a pitch-shifting delay
• Harmonic Tuning Mode for using the LFO as an audio modulator
• New Patch categories for Ambient, Glitch, Space and Concréte
• Shape Mod modulation for Wave Segments
• Improved ARC modulation
• And a bunch of other bits and bobs!"

Alpha Quadrant "The Synthesis Principal" Waverazor Performance at NAMM 2019

Published on Nov 20, 2019 MOK

"Alpha Quadrant performs 'The Synthesis Principal', a song made using MOK’s Waverazor synthesizer plugin, live at NAMM 2019.

Written, programmed, and produced by Casey Baldwin and Kayla Bee

“The Synthesis Principal” is available as a pay-what-you-want digital download here:



The Waverazor synthesizer plugin (Mac, PC, Linux / AAX, AU, VST) is available for purchase through Tracktion:

https://www.tracktion.com/products/wa..."

MOK's Taiho Yamada filming in the background.

MOK Waverazor Richard Devine Bank Demo Song - INDUCTION

Published on Oct 29, 2018 MOK

INDUCTION
Sounds by Richard Devine
Composition by Taiho Yamada (including generative Waverazor presets)

Waverazor was the only sound source used on this track, with some additional plugins for reverb and simple mastering.

NAMM 2017: MOK Wave Razor Futuristic Virtual Synth

Published on Jan 18, 2017 MOK

"WAVERAZOR Futuristic Virtual Synth

Unleash your dark side with Waverazor—a futuristic synth that gives you the power to splice waveforms into aggressive new sounds. The patent-pending oscillator design utilizes a new form of synthesis to produce biting leads, glitched-out basses, cinematic pads and everything in between. Twist and torture every parameter of sound using a central oscilloscope for precise waveform creation. Morph multiple parameters at once using an array of performance controllers. The collection of included presets provides a launchpad into endless sonic exploration. Waverazor is compatible with AAX/AU/VST on Mac, PC and Linux."

MOK is on a mission to unveil new, never-before-heard sounds. The company was founded by Rob Rampley, Taiho Yamada and Chris Compton—the designers behind acclaimed synthesizers including the Quadrasynth, QS Series, Andromeda, Ion, Micron, Fusion, Venom, BioTek and more."

NAMM 2017: Wave Razor

Published on Jan 19, 2017 sonicstate

Release set for April

Waverazor Contextual Editor Introduction

Published on Apr 1, 2018 MOK

"The Waverazor 2.0 Editor version features an innovative new contextual editing system that easily manages the power of thousands of parameters by only displaying what you need, when you need it. Focus on any synthesis module for editing and everything that is linked to it will be shown automatically. This allows you to quickly navigate through the entire synth and craft the connections that bring Waverazor’s unique sounds to life.

This video is a quick introduction to how the editor works, discussing controls and navigation at a basic level.

For more information:
www.mok.com"

Mutato Muzika Meets The Waverazor Dual Oscillator Module

Published on Nov 23, 2019 MOK

"In August 2019, MOK traveled to Mutato Muzika, Mark Mothersbaugh’s music production company. Among a treasure trove of Devo’s most precious musical instruments, Taiho Yamada demonstrates the Waverazor Dual Oscillator module from MOK and 1010music.

Thank you Mutato Muzika! http://mutato.com/

Mark Mothersbaugh
John Enroth
Albert Fox
Ray Plaza
Ethan Obbema

And
Adam Barber

Thank you Aaron Higgins of 1010music! https://1010music.com/

MOK is Rob Rampley, Taiho Yamada and Chris Compton.

For more information, visit the MOK website at:

https://mok.com/"

Massive Modular: Arturia, Metasonix, Waverazor, Make Noise, Volca, Sensel Morph, Qu-Bit, 4ms, More

CatSynth TV

"A massive modular match that also crosses into standalone synthesizers and hardware controllers.

Arturia MicroFreak
Arturia MiniBrute 2
Korg Volca Modular
Metasonix R-54 (VCF) and RK5 (LPG)
MOK Wavewazor
Sputnik Dual Oscillator
Expert Sleepers FH-2 Factotum and ESX-8V
Sensel Morph
Life Is Unfair Joystick
Rossum Electro-Music Morpheus
Strymon Magneto
Qu-Bit Prism
Make Noise Tempi, Rene, Maths
4MS Spectral Multiband Resonator
Malekko Noisering
E350 Morphing Terrarium
Mordax DATA
Pittsburgh Modular VCA and Mixer
2hp VCA
IntelliJ I/O utility modules
Circuit Abbey ADSR-Jr

Sensel Morph (Buchla Overlay) controlling Waverazor and 4MS SMR
Joystick controlling Metasonix R-54 pitch and Sputnik timbre

Please check out our CatSynth shop for T-shirts, shot glasses and more https://shop.catsynth.com/"

MOK Waverazor Dual Oscillator Eurorack Module

Published on Feb 1, 2019 Synthtopia

"At the 2019 NAMM Show, MOK introduced the Waverazor Dual Oscillator Eurorack module."

See the MOK label below for more.

Waverazor Patch Demo - Version 2.5.2 Features

MOK

"This is a demonstration of several Waverazor sounds, showcasing features recently added in versions 2.5 and above. There are now Audio Input presets for easy slicing of external audio, a Step Generator module for sequencing, a Random Generator for organic modulation textures and chaos, and Tap Line filters for physical modeling."

MOK WaveRazor

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"It's been a pleasure to experiment with the MOK #Waverazor for a few days. I am still getting to know this beast and it's not an easy module to fathem, but here's a few examples of how it works and what it can do. If you're into noisy oscillators, this one is defintely up to the task!

Please note my video's are not sponsored and I don't use monetizing because I hate adds. If you want to support my work, check out my ever growing album on Bandcamp: https://cinematiclaboratory.bandcamp...."

MOK Waverazor Dual Oscillator Module Preview

Published on Mar 25, 2019 MOK

"We're so excited to share this preview of the upcoming Waverazor Dual Oscillator module, which brings MOK's patent-pending, wave slicing algorithm to the Eurorack modular world. It features XY macro control from its touchscreen display, an external audio input to the Razor for slicing up your own oscillators, and 22 CV inputs for extensive modulation."

See the MOK label below for more.

Waverazor Dual Oscillator Introduction

Published on Aug 13, 2019 MOK

"The Waverazor Dual Oscillator is now available! This complex and innovative oscillator module’s patented wave-slicing synthesis presents a novel approach to sound generation that splices waveforms into twisted and aggressive new timbres. Visit MOK.com for more information."

Amanda Solo Performance at Center for New Music (Compton's Cafeteria Series)

Published on Sep 4, 2019 CatSynth TV

New performance from supporting site member, Amanda Chaudhary of www.catsynth.com!

"Amanda Chaudhary's full solo performance from the Compton's Cafeteria Series show at the Center for New Music in San Francisco. She performed two extended pieces: White Wine (solo version) and Donershtik, using Arturia MiniBrute and MicroFreak, Nord Stage EX, Novation controller, MOK Waverazor, Strymon Magneto, and more.

To see excerpts from all three sets please check out our previous video: [below]
For more new and adventurous electronic music, please subscribe to this channel and visit www.catsynth.com.

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Amanda Chaudhary’s live performances bring theatricality and flare to the sometimes staid world of experimental electronics. She combines sophisticated modular synthesizers and software, with conventional instruments and even toys and DIY electronics for a unique experience that moves effortlessly between experimental noise, jazz and funk, ambient abstract landscapes, and more. She has been performing solo and with various groups in the Bay Area, New York, and beyond for many years and is deliberately difficult to pin down to a particular style or practice, except to say that her work is always fun to experience. Amanda is also the founder of CatSynth.com and CatSynth TV, which covers music, synthesizers, art, and culture through the prism of a love for cats. The feline sometimes works its way back into her music."

Compton's Cafeteria Series (Amanda Chaudhary, Rusty Sunsets, Pitta of the Mind)

Published on Aug 31, 2019 CatSynth TV

"The Center for New Music in San Francisco presents the inaugural show of Compton's Cafeteria Series, commemorating the Compton's Cafeteria Riot of 1966 and transgender visibility.

0:20 Rusty Sunsets: rustysunsets.bandcamp.com
1:51 Pitta of the Mind (Amanda Chaudhary and Maw Shein Win): www.facebook.com/pittaofthemind
3:16 . Amanda Chaudhary: amandachaudhary.com
5:15 Gratuitous shot of Amanda's rig for the evening featuring Arturia MiniBrute and MicroFreak, Novation controller, MOK Waverazor, Strymon Magneto, and more.

For more adventurous music, please subscribe to CatSynth TV and check out www.catsynth.com"

MOK Miniraze Arrives

video upload by MOK

MOK Miniraze has arrived. Above is the final Countdown video in the set posted here. "Countdown to Miniraze launch! 01…

1 Bob Moog Foundation 15th Anniversary Miniraze Sound Bank.

Including patches from a stellar team of artists and sound designers, all proceeds from this special sound bank will be donated to the Bob Moog Foundation to support programs like Dr. Bob's SoundSchool, the Bob Moog Foundation Archives, and the Moogseum, located in Asheville, NC.

The Bob Moog Foundation 15th Anniversary Miniraze Sound Bank includes over 200 sounds from some of music's most sought after composers, sound designers, producers, synthesists, and artists, including a signature sound from Mark Mothersbaugh, composer and co-founder of DEVO.

Contributors include Michael Boddicker, Amin Bhatia, Erik Norlander, Drew Neumann, John Enroth, John Skippy Lehmkuhl, Anthony Baldino, Peter Dyer, Chrissy Tignor, Jerry Kovarsky, Casey Baldwin, Klaus-Peter Rausch, Alessandro Cardinale, Kelly Marie and Taiho Yamada.

MOK's Miniraze synthesizer virtual instrument is coming on November 9th, 2021. Visit MOK.com for more details, and sign up for our mailing list to stay informed on all the latest Miniraze developments.

MOK Miniraze
Wave-Slicing Synth with Analog-Style Control

VOYAGE TO NEW SONIC FRONTIERS"

Details via MOK:

VOYAGE TO NEW SONIC FRONTIERS

Miniraze is a powerful yet approachable wave-slicing virtual synth that offers you sounds for the future, inspired by the past. Featuring MOK's patented wave-slicing engine, Miniraze gives you the ability to splice waveforms into utterly unique sounds you won't hear anywhere else, while the straightforward East Coast-style layout makes it easy to craft complex tones quickly. Create anything from warm, retro analog vibes to aggressive, futuristic sounds that have literally never been heard before.

SLICE AND DICE YOUR SOUND

Under the hood, Miniraze uses a streamlined version of the patented wave-slicing oscillator technology pioneered by MOK's Waverazor virtual synth and Waverazor Dual Oscillator Eurorack module. Combine more than 100 classic, modern and random waveforms to create brand-new sounds that you literally won't hear anywhere else.

EASY TO PROGRAM

A straightforward layout inspired by legendary East Coast analog synths makes it fast and fun to program complex sounds. Dedicated oscillator, mixer and modulation sections make Miniraze easy to navigate, so you can find any parameter you need at a glance and focus on making sounds.

MODULATE AWAY

Miniraze provides multiple modulation matrices for unlimited versatility. Each of the four LFOs can be routed to eight parameters, each envelope can be routed to four, and an additional matrix lets you link four more sources and destinations. Add adjustable scaling for velocity, mod wheel, aftertouch and more, and you've got a universe of possibilities at your fingertips.

ARPEGGIATION STATION

A built-in arpeggiator with 52 settings instantly creates hypnotizing rhythmic patterns from your chords. Set the tempo internally or sync it to your session, select the beat division, then choose from Up, Down, Up+Down, Forward, Reverse, Forward+Reverse and Random patterns to add motion to your patches.

CUSTOMIZE YOUR VIBE

We want everyone to feel at home using Miniraze. Translate the UI into one of 34 languages, including Klingon, Old Norse and Egyptian hieroglyphs. Choose between 18 themes, from striking high-contrast colors to subdued hues that are easy on the eyes and even special color schemes that provide accessibility for users with color blindness.

LiveStream Exploring the MOK WaveRazor Dual module

Published on Aug 31, 2019 Ken Flux Pierce Fluxwithit

"Here I am trying out the WaveRazor (and a new streaming client as well) join the live chat and lets check it out."