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Sunday, January 31, 2010

PHOENECIA - ECHELON MALL

Eurorack modular used in Phoenecia's latest release, Echelon Mall. "Although Phoenecia's Echelon Mall is the culmination of 4 years of exhibitions and film work, the project did not begin with their first commission, rather the moment the first revision was requested. Realizing that useful limbs were bound to be severed, and conversely, THAT MUSIC FOR FILM NEEDS TO UNDERGO ADDITIONAL SURGERY TO BECOME GOOD lisTENING MUSIC, the artists tucked the idea of Echelon Mall away for safekeeping, adding bits and pieces as time passed. The sources could hardly be more diverse, one is a soundtrack for the opening ceremony for a fantasy play-land for children created by a group of toy makers, one is a film about Hispanic low-rider bicycle gang members battling one another with witchcraft, another is a starkly futuristic 5.1 installation with visuals interactively generated by the soundtrack itself, and then there's a 2 hour performance where the artists remixed, at random, sounds from 2,500 Christmas records. The result is a surprisingly fluid piece of work that plays like a contiguous, mood-driven soundtrack. Some tracks sit at the near end of biological chaos, some closer to clean & structural reason, nevertheless, each song seems to narrate a different chapter from the same story, never straying too far from the central theme. Echelon Mall is for the most part beat-less, but by no means is it ambient, it nimbly traverses the gaps between electro-acoustic, musique concrète, industrial and noise, all the while rarely reminding the listener that they are listening to electronic music. All of this makes it difficult to categorize, but not difficult to listen to, and though it seems well aware of it's influences, it's just too akward a child to sit comfortably beside any well established genre, camp, or collective. So if we must, we'll just call what it is, an album of visual accompaniments translated into song form: cinema for the ears

ABOUT PHOENECIA
Appropriating their name from the first culture of the old world to explore the new, Phoenecia, aka Joshua Kay and Romulo Del Castillo, was inaugurated in Miami in 1997. The pair previously recorded under the Soul Oddity moniker, releasing an album and a series of 12-inch singles for the US major label Astralwerks. In late 1996 they founded Schematic Music Company which would carve a distinct niche in the landscape of modern music by introducing the likes of Scott Herren (Prefuse73, Savath & Savalas), Otto Von Schirach, Richard Devine, Dino Felipe, Push Button Objects, Nick Forte, and Hearts Of Darknesses (amongst others) to the world. In 2001 they released a full-length album entitled Brownout, which in the words of the late Tim Haslett was "Phoenecia's magnum opus, the place where the ideas found in the preceding records are allowed to come to full fruition". It was also remarked that the album was "cinematic, but primarily in the respect that the tracks are heavily influenced by the sound design of film, as opposed to the score". This marked a decisive break from their past and set the trajectory for the sound they would continue to develop over the next 7 years, which consisted mainly of exhibitions, film soundtracks, remixes, compilation tracks, and the work comprised in their latest albums Echelon Mall and Lewd Archives."

Roland System 100 Synth Cake

via Haricots

Also posted on Muff's.

"In the tradition of synth geeks posting their birthday cakes I'd like to add my 40th bday cake that my wife got for me. Pretty cool mini System 100ish synth!"

Buchla Chaotic Synthesis


via Fastheadache where you'll find the full post and additional links.

"A few months ago, I created a series of recordings in response to an incredible article highlighting some of the most remarkable properties of the Buchla Oscillators of the 100 and 200 series. The article is Dan Slater's Chaotic Sound Synthesis, published in Computer Music Journal, Summer 1998 Volume 22, Number 2, ISSN 0148-9267."

The following is just an excerpt. See Fastheadace for more.


Chaotic Synthesis Recording #3 (edit) by Jason R. Butcher

Memorymoog Plus

via this auction

Sold For: US $2,550.00

via selectivepressure in the comments



Interface - Moog Newsletter

via these auctions where you will find more.

This one is from MARCH 1981.

I'd grab the others but unfortunately they are not legible so I'm posting more to note these exists and were available for auction at this time.

Vintage 1970's Moog Satellite Synthesizer

via this auction

"genuine made in the USA Moog Satellite Synthesizer. These were made between 1974-79. This one says Moog, Chicago, rather than Thomas Organ as the later ones were labeled. This one has seen a lot of use, but is still in good working condition, all the keys work and all the sliders work and all the flippers work except for Tremelo. The Vibrato does work. The sound is nice and clear."

Sold For: US $399.00







ARP 2600 SYNTHESIZER Modded

via this auction
"One of the finest features of this particular unit (just added), is a STRICTLY INTERNAL, and subtle high quality modification - a cv/gate booster. This has to do with the fact that ARP envelop generators need a heavy gate (12 to 15 volts) plus a simultaneous trigger to fire the full response of the ADSR; most CV/gate devices (such as most synthesizers and numerous other machines) have a lower voltage range, and no trigger signal, therefore are useless to drive the ARP. This mod allows the unit to be used normally with the ARP keyboard, AND/OR to mate with another synth (like a Pro-One, etc) or CV/gate type sequencer. Likely any other (keyboardless) 2600 you will find will require you to hunt down and buy the ARP keyboard exclusively in order to properly work the unit. Due to this modification the combinations are limitless, making this is all that much more fascinating a tool. Please note that this is a purely internal improvement, does not show or make any change to the cosmetics/physicality or performance of the ARP in any way, and may be removed quite easily if desired."







Vintage Technics SY-1010 Analog Synthesizer


via this auction

"vintage 1979, Technics SY-1010, synthesizer w/power adaptor & converter."

previous posts with more info on the SY-1010.

Sold For: US $311.00

via selectivepressure in the comments

circuit bent alesis qsr rackmount synthesizer

via this auction
circuit bent alesis quadrasynth by spunkytoofers

"this is the first in the series of this release. complete circuit bent interface under open source midi control- switchable from midi control to manual control or both.

1. 4- fiveway rotary switches that circuit bend the onboard quadraverb effects processor. all four rotary switches are freely routed to a 10 point patchbay system and switchable to off, manual control, or under midi control.
2. 4- 12 way rotary switches that circuit bend the qsr's oscillators. all four rotary switches are freely routed to a 24 point patchbay system and switchable to off, manual control, or under midi.
3. overall sample rate controlled by getlofi precision oscillators for stable sample rate control under manual control or midi control..
4. overall sample rate knob for manual control over sample rate.
5. sample rate switches for sample rate control and a seperate switch to turn on/off - midi control/manual control
6. sample rate knob also transmits expression control to external jack#1 located at rear of rack
7. 3 more external jacks transmits expression values defined by midi control commands and can be linked with external gear, cv control for certain devices, and synchable to any spunkytoofers brand instruments that adds expression in (please read manual for further details)
8. midi in jack and midi thru jack added to and from the added midi circuitry. midi circuitry is by highlyliquid. midi is freely programble under sysex messages which is stored internally within the circuitry. this allows any midi controller and sequencer to control the entire bent interface. freely assignable through midi cc control, machine commands, program change and midi notation. please refer to www.highlyliquid.com for firmware manuals for both the mpa kit and the msa-r for further details on how sysex is programmed. sysex programming is easy. you only have to send it a few text characters based on the charts in the highliquid manuals. any daw sequencer or a freeware utility such as midiox will send sysex via midi. if you are unfamiliar i can setup your controls however you like until you get the hang of things on your own.
9. functional lighting provided by highly visible but diffused lighting to provide a informative display that does not cause strain on the eyes. every bend is provided functional lighting to facilite the intuitive layout of the interface.
10. clear interface allows custom bends to be activated quickly with the flexibility of stackable banana jacks without the mess of cables. this fast type of patch setup allows on the fly bend sequencing.
11. all modifications are piggybacked on a 1u rackmount enclosure to allow instrument to be travelled on tour and rackmounted in 2u rack space.
12. internal memory battery replaced with fresh lithium battery and a battery clip mod. batteries were originally ironed directly to the circuit board but the battery clip allows future replacement of battery by anyone very easily. battery should last 10-15 years
13. all mechanical parts and outputs cleaned with superior cleaners and relubricated
14. a manual in pdf or physical copy provided. a seperate bend diagram will be forwarded to buyer and will be uploaded to the site soon. power supply provided. warranty and support for this instrument provided. this auction includes an original physical copy of the manual.
15. support will be offered as well as a limited time warranty"

Korg PS-3100

flickr set by pulse_divider
(click for more)


HIPSTER.

flickr by Renee Rorer.

"Everyone knows that showers have the best acoustics."

KORG MicroKORG

Moog, voice, Whalefish, distortion box

Moog, voice, Whalefish, distortion box from Johannes Bergmark on Vimeo.


"Short samples from Johannes Bergmark playing at Fylkingen, Stockholm.
The Moog I began to play in the 80's when it was more out than ever. At the time I was inspired by Chick Corea and jazz rock. After I got other interests, the Micro Moog was really getting to be an exciting instrument, sometimes combined with radios that it manipulates.
Later, I combined it with a distortion box, mixer feedback, "virtual analog" modular synthesizers (Clavia micro modulars) and other inputs from voice and instruments like this one, the Whalefish.
More pictures, sounds and info at bergmark.org/moog"

MFOS VCO Calibration Part I


YouTube via theraywilsonshow
"In this video I show how to calibrate an MFOS oscillator in which I have used a hand matched pair of 2N3904 NPN transistors. I tried to get this down to one ten minute video but I just couldn't. It is now a two part series. This is part I. I am able to achieve 8 octaves of range. If you have not read the article on Practical Transistor Matching on MFOS at http://www.musicfromouterspace.com/an... you might enjoy it."

MFOS VCO Calibration Part II

Genesis / Mega Drive Waveform Editor


YouTube via littlescale
"Simple waveform buffer editor for the SEGA Mega Drive MIDI Interface.
The sound that you hear is being controlled and generated from SEGA hardware in real time."

Moog Liberation Keytar Pop-Up

Andre Cymone LIVIN' IN THE NEW WAVE Promo Pop-Up Sleeve

via this auction

via Pea Hicks

Oberheim OB-12.mp4


YouTube via DigitaleAnalogue. "Oberheim OB-12 Virtual Analog synthesizer."
Note the video is inverted. The ribbon control section is actually to the left of the keyboard.

Physical - Olivia Newton John


YouTube via gmailvsl. via swissdoc. Sequential Circuits Remote Prophet keytar.
Oberheim x-Voice keyboard in the beginning.

ExoPC - Windows 7 Based Multi-touch Slate


http://www.exopc.com

8.9" screen
Intel atom N270 1.6GHz
2G RAM
1024 x 600 resolution
32G SSD
3 USB Ports
No mention of an accelerometer on this like the iPad
Ships in March for $599 according to Gizmodo

A new world in synthesis is coming...

Note the Lenovo S10-3t is currently avaible.

Doepfer-Plan-B-Cwejman-MFB-Bananalogue/VCS-Livewire


YouTube via DavideModu. "Modular"

duo pantoMorf - improvisation

Update: looks like this one was originally posted here.

New Year Firework - oscilloscope art


YouTube via otoskope
"Happy New Year! Some oscilloscope fireworks art - what you hear is what you see! You hear the actual signals producing the pattern - the X and the Y signals fed to the oscilloscope.

The signals are generated in a Nord Modular G2 patch, and the patch is posted here: http://www.electro-music.com/forum/vi..."

playing modular BC16 through DIY pressure sensor


YouTube via otoskope. via otoskope in this electro-music.com thread where you will find additional info.
"A first test of a simple DIY pressure sensor surface for controlling analog synthesis. It is built from cheap conductive foam, with aluminium foil taped on both sides in various patches. Only the right side of the sensor surface is connected. The top foil goes to +5V, and four patches underneath are connected to various inputs on the small analog modular synthesizer Chimera BC16 (the white round thing with knobs in the background). In this first test, the following modulation inputs are connected: volume, oscillator pitch and diff (osc 1-2), and filter cutoff.

The aluminium foil is attached to a sheet of plastic, to allow change of layout, and to make the foam piece exchangeable in case it gets worn out. I plan to upload a video showing more details about how it was made.

Materials used: an old cardboard box, a cut-up plastic folder, adhesive aluminium foil, a piece of conductive foam of the kind you use to transport ICs. Total cost: €4."

jomox & x0xb0x


YouTube via acidgus
"un petit track qui sort tout droit du buisson... a l'ancienne. ACCCID ;-)"

jomox midi tracks test

"xoxbox ..2 midi tracks on jomox xbase 999"

jomox kit tr909 vs x0xb0x


xoxbox vs jomox xbase999 msy2 sync din24


more vids here

01312010


YouTube via boobtube356
"Percussion: 261e
Other: 259e"

Moog Voyager Editor Librarian I


YouTube via Subtronik
"This video showcases the Moog Voyager Editor Librarian Preset Genetics.

Preset Genetics allows you to quickly build new sounds from two existing ones in a similar fashion to breeding. Parameters of each of the two sources (parents) are combined using four different functions to generate a new bank of presets (kids).

I only used the first three 'Preset Genetic' generators here for basses and leads because the fourth 'Random' function mainly generates abstract sounds. I'll be doing a second video dedicated to the 'Random' function soon.

If you watch to 3:42 you'll hear the best dirty bass in this.

You can get the Voyager Editor Librarian here:

http://www.moogmusic.com/voyager/?sec..."

Roland TR-909

flickr by Section 45
(click for more)

"classic '80s drum machine. responsible for just about every cool dance song you've ever heard in a club."

some really nice shots in this set.

Wireless MIDI for iPhone!!!

iPhone MIDI Controller 3 Apps AK-7, AG-7, AC-7

YouTube via jetdaisuke. iPad. :) AK-7 MIDI keyboard on iTunes
"http://webdog.be/archives/10201_001445.php
iPhone to PC DAW control from one to three applications, AK-7 (keyboard) AG-7 (guitar) AC-7 (Fijikon) is. AK-7 Midi Keyboard, AG-7 Midi Guitar, AC-7 DAW Control Surface
Additional Notes: AC-7 Sassoku how to control a video response until you for answers. It actually works!"

AC-7 DAW Control - Logic setup

"(Audio from 0:36)
This is a new app from Saitara Software.
It's a wireless DAW controller. Here is the very simple setup procedure for Logic. Just install a Mackie Control, choose the DSMI midi in and out..... that's all!
Available now at the app store."

All posts on DSMI

NAMM: Noisemakers.info: Interview with Dave Smith on Mopho KB

Noisemakers.info: Interview with Dave Smith on Mopho KB from Michael Chenetz on Vimeo.


"This interview was recorded at NAMM2010. Dave Smith took some time out to talk with me about his new Mopho keyboard and how instruments can be, "Polychained" together in order to expand their voices."
Be sure to take this poll on the color of the Mopho Keyboard.

What's in my Shruti-1?


YouTube via mutableinstruments
"My Shruti-1 patch library... Some of these are likely to be promoted as presets written on the kit's chip. Which of those are your favorites?"

Update:

Patch construction in 6 acts

"Going from a stack of two sawtooth oscillators to a chippy, chirpy, glitchy mess"

RARE: Blacet Frequency Divider

via this auction

"Rare, no longer made, Built by Blacet, not a kit"

ARP ODYSSEY 2813 MkII ANALOG SYNTHESIZER 1975 SN 1015

via this auction

Sold For: US $2,395.00

ARP Synthesizer Vintage 1973 Mark 2 Model 2800

via this auction

Sold For: US $1,000.00



Sequential Circuits Six Trak Synth Bass Sequence Jam


Uploaded on Dec 4, 2009 kducharm - Kristian Ducharme

via this auction Note the auction is most likely for another Six-Trak.

"I just fixed up this synth - it's in almost mint condition. Very cool analog 80's sounds. Sorry for distortion on audio, output was too hot. This is synth direct, no effects. One of the first multi-timbral synths."

OBERHEIM OB-8 Vintage ANALOG SYNTHESIZER

via this auction

"THIS OB-8 COMES WITH FACTORY MIDI EVERYTHING FUNCTIONS PROPERLY 8 VOICE YOU GET 2 VCO'S PER VOICE SO YOU GET 16 VCO'S VERY WARM AND RELIABLE THE WOOD SIDES ARE EXCELLENT SHAPE."







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