MATRIXSYNTH

at 4/30/2008 09:22:00 PM

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at 4/30/2008 09:19:00 PM

"Mechanical Fourier Analysis and Synthesis"

click here for more info.

via sendling

at 4/30/2008 09:15:00 PM

A synthesist of other sorts. You can find a nice write-up here . Some claim his "gift" influenced the early Buchla and MOOG days. I'm sure it influenced more than a number of synth compositions.

via Rick

at 4/30/2008 09:11:00 PM

via Big City Music.

at 4/30/2008 09:10:00 PM

YouTube via sergiourraca
"La Historia del descubrimiento del sintetizador..."

at 4/30/2008 09:01:00 PM

click here for the images.

at 4/30/2008 08:35:00 PM

YouTube via DX5.

"New cover. Just a "quick done" backtape and some sounds that remind the song. It is not perfect, but I spent a nice time recording. New covers coming soon.

Low Keyb: Roland JP8000
Mid: Roland D10
Top: Roland JX8P"

at 4/30/2008 08:29:00 PM

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at 4/30/2008 07:32:00 PM

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Anyone know more about the overlay pictured below? What does the text on the top of it say?

Update via Dan: "if i recall correctly, at the top are a few tutorials on how to design different sounds. i think i found a scanned copy of this at synthesized dreams and nightmares or zen monopoly."

Update via plug it in, in the comments: "It say: Korg Mono/Poly Sound Chart, followed by 'presets' for BRASS, SYNC SWEEP, KING GONG, STEEL DRUMS, SYNTHE GUITAR and BOWED VIOLIN"

at 4/30/2008 03:38:00 PM

You can find more images via Stamba on the forum.

"Here is the recording of my live act: [link1] and [link2]. About 45min and 192kbps

Gears used :
Roland TB-303
Roland TR-505
Clavia Nord Modular
Elektron Machine Drum
MFB Synth Lite II
MFB 503
MAM MAP1
AKAI MPC500
BOSS SE-50
X-FADE LVP110
Pioneer DJM-400
Mackie 1604VLZ
http://www.stamba.fr"

at 4/30/2008 10:30:00 AM

YouTube via elfferichfour
"Can't live without him ; my YAMAHA CS-10. Best bass sounds I have ever heard. Never let me down. listen( download for free) to 5 albums ( only analog synthesizers) at www.wmrecordings.com."

at 4/30/2008 10:28:00 AM

YouTube via PHONICPOTION. "CIRCUIT BENT CASIO PT-20 WITH 12 MODIFICATIONS"

TYU-40 by S-CAT

"CIRCUIT BENY YAMAHA TYU-40 WITH 2 SWITCHABLE MODIFICATIONS"

BTW, for coverage of this year's NYC Circuit Bending Festival, NYC Bent Fest 2008, check out GetLoFi

at 4/30/2008 10:26:00 AM

YouTube via se7ense7
"I tried to make a decent video with some good sounding clean osc sounds of the Alesis Ion synthesizer. The Windows Movie maker f*cked up the sounds in the louder parts (some wind-like sound has sneaked in for no reason). But it's still quite decent.

People always ask how the sawtooth sounds, in relation to other synths. Now you can compare for yourself.

Feel free to add comments, requests, ...

I'm not the synth god, so I do not pretend to know it all.

Pz
ARD"

at 4/30/2008 10:22:00 AM

Yamaha Key designs by Milano Salone 2008

click here for more.

via Synthtopia

Notebook Keyboard

at 4/30/2008 10:20:00 AM

via rafkey on VSE: "Here is a demo of my beloved Yamaha CS60"

at 4/30/2008 10:10:00 AM

via Aaron on the sdiy list:
"One project idea that I tossed out to my students, which one student is trying to get work, is to use the idea of an NPN differential amp driving a "differential integrator" to build a 1-pole LPF, which you could then do four times to get a usual 4-pole LPF.

I got the idea from the EML-101 filter schematic [mirror], as expertly redrawn by Marjan Urekar:

The EML-101 is a state variable filter, and said diff amp/diff integrator configurations form the variable gain integrators.

My thought was that we could take the output of such an integrator, and feed it into the opposite input terminal of the diff pair, and that feedback should form a 1-pole LPF, as follows:

The NPN pair driving the differential integrator forms a variable gain integrator with transfer function A/RCs, where A is the voltage gain of the diff pair and R and C are the resistor values used in the integrator. Let's denote wo = A/RC. Now imagine we take the output of this integrator and feed it back into the input with a minus sign. You get something like this:

Y(s) = (wo/s) [X(s) - Y(s)]

Y(s)[1 + wo/s] = (wo/s) X(s)

Y(s)/X(s) = (wo/s) / (1+wo/s) = wo/(s+wo)

Which is the transfer function of a single-pole LPF with cutoff wo with unity gain at DC. (This is the same idea as a usual OTA-C filter 1-pole LPF).

Three questions:

1) I sent my student, Justin, this sketch to get him started, where I just blindly ganked the resistor and cap values from the EML circuit.

Anyway, I just realized I drew that wrong - the EML integrating stage is _inverting_, so we should actually either:

A) Swap the inputs on the differential integrator, to make a noninverting stage, or

B) Take the feedback to the left NPN instead of the right NPN

Does (A) or (B) sound like the safer option?

2) Given the way the "differential integrator" is going to load the differential amp, should I even be thinking of this as a differential amp followed by a differential integrator? Or are they interacting so much such thinking breaks down?

3) Does this whole crazy idea of mine sound like a decent idea at all or is it doomed to insanity?

- Aaron

P.S. This got me wondering if there's an "integrating version" of the standard 3-op-amp instrumentation amplifier? A differential integrator with high input impedance, but something more elegant than just slapping noninverting op amp buffers at the inputs to the above differential integrator?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Opampinstrumentation.svg"

at 4/30/2008 10:00:00 AM

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at 4/30/2008 09:52:00 AM

"Do you need a better storage method for your data than the unreliable zip drive or the slow floppy drive? Card Reader drives are the new state-of-the-art storage solution - stop worrying about when your zip drive will fail or how many boxes of floppy disks you will need to save your latest sample. Now you can have as much reliable storage space as you need with inexpensive Compact Flash cards.

The MCDISK-2 is a solid-state Media Card drive that has no moving parts and makes no noise during operation. It comes in a small beige case that is 8.5" x 6.75" x 2.25" and can be used in any orientation, flat or on its side. It is very sturdy and solid, equally at home on the road or in the studio. This case has a fan in it but we ship the drive with this fan disabled in order to keep the unit completely noise-free. The fan is not needed in this configuration because the internal MCDISK drive puts out no heat at all and the internal power supply puts out only a very small amount. The case stays cool internally from natural air flow.

The MCDISK-2 has one PCMCIA slot which enables you to use Compact Flash or Smart Media cards for storage (with the correct PCMCIA adapter). We sell the PCMCIA-to-CF adapters in our Package deals or separately (see Related Products below)."

click here followed by Card Reader Drives for more info. They also have standard CDROM Drives, SCSI Cables, External Hard Drives, Rack Enclosures, and SCSI Hard Drives.

via Giles: "I've just got hold of a SCSI flash drive from http://www.scsiforsamplers.com/ - the "news" part is until recently these flash drives were an unknown/untested alternative to hard drives for many of these old samplers like my Ensoniq EPS16+. This place has done some really good compatibility testing and JD from there provides sterling service. Anyone with a vintage sampler or considering getting one can bring these classics into the the present with these drives, they're a hell of a lot better than ratty old SCSI hard drives"

at 4/30/2008 09:44:00 AM

flickr by MetroSonus
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click here for mouse over descriptions of the inside.

at 4/29/2008 09:11:00 PM

flickr by K.R. Jackson

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"I'm looking into bird-sized, shimmering capes."

at 4/29/2008 09:07:00 PM

YouTube via Skrabrug. via Mr. Array. Spot the synths.
"youve got to synthesize
KOMPRESSOR :P"

at 4/29/2008 09:04:00 PM

YouTube via carbontony
"Testing an analogue sequencer by RYK
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ryktnk/s...
Synced by a modded Boss Dr 110.
Tweaking gate switches.
Mastering compression courtesy of Sony Camcorder :_)"

via -ryk:
"In the video the note lengths and pitch have been set by the pots. and switches, and then live tweaking the gate mode and sequence length switches. Drums supplies by modded DR110, that drives the clock input on the sequencer."

M185

at 4/29/2008 08:54:00 PM

This one in via jeswa.

via wikipedia:

"Rife said that he could find a Mortal Oscillatory Rate[17] (M.O.R.) for various pathogenic organisms, and directed his research accordingly, culturing and testing various pathogens with his Universal #3 microscope and his directed radio frequency energy 'beam ray' tube machine. Rife claimed to have documented the precise frequencies[18] which destroyed specific organisms, and claimed that many, if not all, contagious diseases could be cured using this radiation treatment, using frequencies that were typically in the 10 kHz-100 MHz range (HF to mid-VHF).[19] Rife claims that a clinic was set up by a Dr. Milbank Johnson M.D. which conducted tests using Rife's machine on the growth of typhoid in medium, which he claimed demonstrated no motility of typhoid rods which were exposed to Rife's machine.[20][21] There is no independent verification of any of these claims."

Image via http://www.rife.org/rifemachphotos.html
You can find more info on http://www.rife.org/
You can find a software Rife Machine here: http://www.rife.bztronics.com/
And Australia is cracking down: link.

Not directly related, but there is mention of using sound for therapeutic purposes in this Hataken Interview - check it out when you have time - it's an interesting read.

Update via alfried in the comments: "Its good to see your post, thanks for the information. Rife generator is a machine that generates electromagnetic frequencies especially targeted to deactivate harmful toxins on the body."

at 4/29/2008 08:38:00 PM

"28 minutes of modular noises with a theremin overdub. All improvised and un-edited. The modules in use are two osc., two multiband filters, delay, env, lfo, vca from Analogue Systems. The theremin is an EtherwavePro."

via L. D. Terkelsen www.myspace.com/ldterkelsen

at 4/29/2008 08:30:00 PM

YouTube via gearwire. follow-up to this post.
"Now that Bill Holland has got you all MIDI connected and whatnot, it's time to bust out more of the Yamaha TQ5's capabilities. The TQ5 is basically the 1980s crammed into a stealth-looking box. Be sure to put on some neon pants and level your flattop before you watch this video about tone, LFO and envelope controls. See more on gearwire.com."

at 4/29/2008 08:22:00 PM

YouTube via Kobolnova
"A basic classical string sounding song,2 synthesizer were used: Korg Radias and the much older Roland JX-8P, performed and composed by Alnitak c 2008"

at 4/29/2008 07:56:00 PM

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at 4/29/2008 07:49:00 PM

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at 4/29/2008 07:32:00 PM

click here for the flickr set by fibra.

at 4/29/2008 07:30:00 PM

flickr by Chris Randall of Analog Industries.

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Update: The images where captured with a LensBaby 3G. The same lens used in the Charles Cohen Buchla Music Easel video. You can find more info including another shot of the MOOG Source on Analog Industries.

at 4/29/2008 07:20:00 PM

YouTube via headresonance. via Califaudio where you can find more info.

at 4/29/2008 10:35:00 AM

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A proposed portable live modular setup done with the Mega Eurorack Modular Planner. Note, new modules have been recently added to the planner.

at 4/29/2008 10:29:00 AM

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"This is my motm format wogglebug #3. Very cool multi purpose random noise generator."

at 4/29/2008 10:24:00 AM

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Interesting note about the AC Adaptor:
"Roland TB-303 Bassline (Serial 291700). This is the sound of Acid and Techno music. As can be evidenced in the photos, this particular TB-303 is in excellent condition and functions perfectly. All knobs functions are nice and tight and there is no signs of wear and tear on the unit. The battery compartment is extremely clean and the unit powers up fine with a AC Adaptor or with a set of Batteries. Perfect for making analogue music on the plane or the beach! The unit comes with an original AC Adaptor. For those of you who know, the ACA-120 is the longest manufactured Roland product, having been produced since the early 1980's!"

at 4/29/2008 10:13:00 AM

Voice of Saturn Sequencer (analog)

YouTube via CuriousInventor

Curious Inventor product page: http://www.curiousinventor.com/kits/voice_of_saturn_sequencer

at 4/29/2008 10:07:00 AM

See the write-up on Sonic State. Note, Part 1 is now on YouTube, posted below.
Also see the source, Inside Synthesis for some interesting notes on what makes a good review.

Prophet '08 Review by Inside Synthesis - Part 1

YouTube via insidesynthesis
"This is part 1 of a 2 part series reviewing the Prophet 8 Analog Synthesizer created by Dave Smith Instruments."

at 4/29/2008 10:01:00 AM

"Just released today by Access, the version 2.7 Public Beta of the Virus TI Software which now includes:
- The Atomizer (Glitch/Beat chop effect, controllable via keyboard)
- Extra USB output, bringing the total USB outputs to three. (Using this removes the ability to use the TI as an audio interface)
- Support for multiple Virus TIs on one system!"
You can find more info on trash_audio. You can find the dowload and more here on Access Music.

at 4/29/2008 09:59:00 AM

via Ross
"I have been swapping CDs with Don Hassler. I send him improvisations on my Serge/ Eurorack modular and he has sent me his Buchla 200e improvisations....today i decided to play both recordings at the same time and this is what you will hear

it suffers from 128k mp3 but its fun if you like improv electronics as much as i do

Ross"

at 4/29/2008 09:50:00 AM

Three scans via synth ollie.

at 4/29/2008 09:49:00 AM

YouTube via keybdwizrd
"Demonstration of the Prophet '08 8-voice analog synthesizer from Dave Smith Instruments. Lexicon MX200 used for effects (reverb, delay). For more information visit http://www.davesmithinstruments.com."

keybdwizrd - Prophet '08 Demo #6 (stereo)

at 4/29/2008 09:46:00 AM

YouTube via retrosound72

"vintage synth demo by RetroSound

'the demo shows the real time possibilities of the Roland JX-8P with the optional programmer PG-800'

The programmer PG-800 makes the JX-8P to the perfect classic analog synthesizer!

'demo of various Oscillator, VCF and ADSR-envelope settings, X Modulation, Sync, Chorus and more'

'Roland JX-8P triggered by the MFB Step64 step sequencer and sync with the Roland TR-707 drum machine'

This video demo is not a musical statement, only demonstration of the sound possibilities of the instrument."

at 4/29/2008 09:42:00 AM

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at 4/29/2008 09:40:00 AM

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"me and my buddies moog"

at 4/29/2008 09:37:00 AM

"Let me start by saying I love my polivoks filter and my malgorithm bit crusher. The Harvestman makes really unique analog and digital modules for the doepfer eurorack modular format. I could not live with out either of these, In fact when I was freaking out over the unstable tracking on my oscillators, I was going to sell my modular system, But I kept going, what would I do with out my custom faceplated Malgorithm and the brutal resonance of the Polivoks filter? Die I think. The Harvestman gave me the real reason to keep my modular, so I could make mean evil sounds, and skin peeling resonant acid sounds(Not to mention he is a totally cool guy to talk to, and yeah, I think he will get his guitar pedals out before Gun’s and Roses gets their new LP out). LOL. I really appreciate that Scott took the time to answer my silly questions."

You can find the full interview on VAC.

at 4/29/2008 09:35:00 AM

SCRL from 7oi on Vimeo.
"This is the first part of my performance called SCRL/CRCL which i performed at the spring concert at the Iceland Academy of the Arts. I'm using a wacom drawing board and my monome 64 and they're controlling a max/msp patch i made."

via 7oi on the CDM forum where you will find links to more.

at 4/28/2008 11:13:00 PM

Wire to the Ear takes you to Jomox. from wiretotheear on Vimeo.
"Oliver Chesler (The Horrorist) goes to Jomox in Berlin, Germany to purchase a Mbase 01 analog kick drum module. At Jomox the owner Jürgen Michaelis shows Oliver his workshop and toys.

jomox.de/
wiretotheear.com/
myspace.com/oliverchesler"

Update: see the write up on wire to the ear.