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Monday, June 26, 2017

Limited Edition Black Easel Kit


Roman Filippov's 208r Buchla Easel clone is now available in a limited black edition kit for $999.

"Limited edition black Easel Kit:

- 208 REV2.1 KIT

- 208 BLACK PANEL

- BLACK 218 REV2.1 KIT

- 211 PSU

Only PCBs are included with kits."

wolfgangschaltung live am Buchla 200e im Golem (HH), 19. Mai 2017


Published on Jun 26, 2017 Der Schlendrian

"Live-Improvisation von wolfgangschaltung (Jan-Hinnerk Helms) am Modularsynthesizer Buchla 200e zu Videosequenzen von Roland Barkey."

Close-up of the Buchla at 29:12.

Cassette 4 track fun - Tascam PortaStudio MKII and Yamaha MT3X A/B with Korg Volca & Monotribe


Published on Jun 26, 2017 Expanding Sound

"This was a fun little video to make. I did a Korg tabletop jam using a Monotribe, Volca Bass, Keys, FM and Sample, and recorded a similar performance into two different cassette 4 track recorders: the Tascam PortaStudio MKII, and the Yamaha MT3X. Just to be clear, there is no exact science to an A/B test like this. So many variables go into the care and performance of a cassette recorder, such as tape head maintenance and use. So, I tried to even the playing field somewhat. Both heads were demagnetized using a degaussing coil, then cleaned a few times with denatured alcohol. The pots on both units were also exercised and cleaned with contact cleaner, to give each machine the clearest performance by this point in their life cycle. This video was just for fun, to compare how both heads sound at this point, and both have a ton of character. Anyone looking to purchase either machine would no doubt be pleased with the vibe they both have. We often look back on 4 track cassette recorders with nostalgia, and there is good reason. They might not have the most features and cleanest sound, but the forgiving analog tone warms over a recording like a comfortable blanket. Both machines sound cool to me. what do you think?"

Rhodes Chroma Polaris w/ Extras

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"This is an amazing example of the Rhodes Chroma Polaris. It's in excellent condition with freshly replaced membrane panels purchased from Paul Derocco.

There is one missing screw in the back of the case, and a few light scuffs, but over all it looks factory fresh. It includes a heavy duty flight case that I will ship it in, along with a the original manuals (user manual pages are falling out, but there) , both original Chroma branded foot pedals, a Radio shack computer tape deck with the proper din cable for connecting it to the chroma and 3 tapes of patches including the original factory patch tape. Also included is a folder of newsletters from the original user group that the original owner kept from the 80s."

Korg EX-800 SN 008708

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Vintage Moog The Rogue 342A Analog Synth SN 4394

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"For a keyboard released in 1981- this thing is in EXCELLENT condition... there's really one like scratch not even to the metal on the bottom- but otherwise the top, sides, back and screen printing are in EXCELLENT condition- no wear, chips/dings/scratches nothing worth mentioning. For it's age it's in remarkable condition - the finest example to maybe hit the used market.

It was recently serviced/looked over- and works perfect. I'm not a fan of the 'noise' setting and It's kind of a pain to dial in- but if you look up the manual online it has tons of great settings to get all sorts of synth stuff- from thriller bass to flutes and electric guitars."

VINTAGE Oberheim OB-SX 4-voice polyphonic analog synthesizer SN 904401

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"This synth has 6 voice card slots, so it could be expanded to 6 voices. Recently refurbished, recapped, and cleaned and kept in a non-smoking studio. 2 of the voice cards could use a tuning, otherwise in great condition"

Juno bass patches for Italo Disco


Published on Jun 26, 2017 SynthMania

"A few possible ideas for Juno bass patches for Italo Disco"

Dave Smith Instruments Featured Artist - Robert Rich


You can find a new Dave Smith Instruments artist interview, with Robert Rich here.

"With over 40 albums spanning four decades, Robert Rich has helped define ambient music. Robert began building his own analog modular synthesizers in 1976, when he was 13, and later studied computer music at Stanford’s CCRMA while researching lucid dreaming. Robert has performed worldwide, and since 1982, his all-night Sleep Concerts have become legendary. His 15-hour, Blu-ray Perpetual maintains this tradition. Robert’s sound design graces many films and preset libraries, and as a mastering engineer he has applied his ear to hundreds of albums. His latest release, Vestiges, is available on Bandcamp, CDBaby, and robertrich.com."

Reminder: Win a $1,000 Perfect Circuit Audio Gift Card from Recommended


This is just one last reminder that you can enter to win a $1000 Perfect Circuit Audio gift card from Recommnded here.

Recommended is a website where anyone can recommend and find recommendations for businesses they have dealt with, including synth techs and synth shops. The site actually launched with a focus on synths, by Justin Maxwell, who is known in various synth circles. See this previous post for details straight from him.
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