Tuesday, March 04, 2008
Jim Patchell Patchtron
DIY modular built from scratch by Jim Patchell in 1978.Note the filter in the Mattson Mini Modular bears his name.
You can find previous posts feature Jim Patchell including more of his modular DIY here.
You can find the Jim Patchell DIY Synthesizer Web Page here.
New Old Stock Boss RPH-10
via swissdoc:"just got this in the mail today, a brand new, mint in box, New Old Stock Boss RPH-10.
Opening this up was like in a time machine, the flyer, the sticker etc. 23 years old if I take the printed in 1985 label from the manual.
Will add a decent phasing to my Blofeld ;-)"
Check out AudioCubes at Musikmesse 2008
via Percussa"I am Bert Schiettecatte, the founder of PERCUSSA, and the inventor of the AudioCubes, the first tangible interface in the world for live electronic music.
I would like to personally invite you to our booth at the upcoming Musikmesse in Frankfurt, and check out the latest developments of the AudioCubes, such as:
• improved compatbility with Propellerheads Reason
• the MIDI Bridge preset system
• improved MIDI continuous controller scaling, range setting and inversion
Our booth location: Hall 5.1, Stand D39. Stop by and say hello!
Also, don't forget to visit the AudioCubes forum where you can exchange experiences with other users of the AudioCubes and ask questions.
Warm regards from Europe,
Bert Schiettecatte
PERCUSSA"
Dubsounds Vintage Drum Player and the KORG KR-55
I previously posted on Dubsounds back on May 16, 2006. Back then it was on their MOOG Polymoog page.Recently Kris wrote into the Analog Heaven email list with links to images of three version of the KORG KR-55, the original, the KR-55B revision 1 and the KR-55B revision 2. I asked him about putting up a post and he pointed me to the source of the images, the Dubsounds KR-55 info page.
You will find more info including history, images and samples as well as sample sets for sale. To check out the samples, click on the "Listen To My Beats" button. A player will come up in which you can select the KROG KR-55, and other drum machines. A drop down with the presets for each will come up. You can select any and listen the full rhythm.
Be sure to check out the rest of http://www.dubsounds.com/ as well. BTW, for a more virtual experience with classic drum machines, also check out Audio Playground.
BTW, Kris is looking for service manuals of the K-55Bs. If you know of where to find one, please comment or shoot me an email. My contact info is on the right of the site - just do a search on the page for contact.
My kitten plays keyboards better than me.
YouTube via hamsterdunce
"An outtake of a recent video interview I made for SonicState.com when my Himalayan kitten (Dusty) steals the show and starts playing synth music behind me that actually sounds pretty friggin' good. That jerk. It's bad enough that he's better looking, but I figured I at least had all the talent up in here's."
Sequential Circuits Prophet-5 with Duron
YouTube via bigcitymusic
"This is a Rev3 Prophet-5 that we just pulled from our warehouse. The physical condition is beautiful and, amazingly, it actually still works fairly well. We will clean and service it as we do all our vintage synths. But for now, here is Duron playing it."
TRIADEX MUSE
images via this auction
"From the hometown in which it was designed, we are offering a beautifully preserved TRIADEX MUSE sythesizer. A very historic item, as the sequencer in the MUSE is considered the very first digital instrument ever!, designed by two engineers from MIT, Marvin Minsky and Edward Friedkin. An extremely rare piece only about 240 of these were ever made, and not typically available for commercial sale. This piece is in excellent working condition. The woodwork is also in excellent shape. As you can see from the photos, the faceplate, writing and original lights have all been very well preserved also. The unit also comes with a detailed manual. The synth has a great sound, which can be monitored both through a built-in speaker, as well as an external speaker that can be easily connected through the back. The sequencer for this item is very unique and unusual. Controlled by sliders in the front of the unit, the MUSE was designed to have the capacity to actually select notes and invent themes, as an early experiment in artificial intelligence. By adjusting the sliders, one controls how these themes develop. A very interesting compositional tool! Great for anyone with an interest in electronic music. What more, the synth has a classic, haunting and musical sound. -the Smithsonian Institute selected the MUSE for display in their musical instrument show\ -among other musicians, film composer Tony Lusis featured the MUSE in the theme for the movie "The Call of the Spirit." -featured in the TV show "The Wonderful World of Popular Science," in which the MUSE is used to compose a two-part invention. A very special piece for any synth enthusiast, or electronic composer."
KORG Electribe ES-1 MKII
images via this auction"# ES-1 mkII Specifications (subject to change):
# Number of parts: 12 (One Shot=9, Slice Part=1, Audio In Part=1, Accent Part=1)
# Sampling Frequency: 32kHz
# Maximum Sampling Time: 95 (mono) / 47.5 (stereo) seconds, saving to internal memory
# Number of Samples: 100 (mono) + 50 (stereo)
# Memory: 128 patterns, 16 songs
# Master Effect: Delay (Normal, Motion Sequence, BPM sync)
# Insert Effects: 11 types (Reverb, Flanger/Chorus, Phaser, Ring Modulator, Pitch Shifter, Compressor, Distortion, Decimator, Isolator, Resonance, Filter, Modulation Delay)
# Sequencer: (Pattern) 64 steps maximum per part, motion sequence, 1 parameter per part, 64 events, One Shot part=4 parameters, Audio In part=3 parameters, Accent part=1 parameter, Delay=2 parameters, Effects=2 parameters : (Song) 256 patterns maximum per song, event recording: 43,700 events maximum per song
# Output: L/MONO, R (1/4" phone jack-mono x 2), Headphones (1/4" stereo phone jack)
# Input: AUDIO IN (1/4" stereo phone jack, Level switch LINE/MIC, Gain adjustment knob)
# External Memory: SmartMedia (4 to 64MB, 3.3V)
# AD/DA conversion: 20-bit linear
# MIDI: IN, OUT, THRU
# Power Consumption: 6W
# Power Supply: DC 9V (AC adapter)
# Accessories: AC adapter (DC9V, 600mA)
# Dimensions: 11-3/5"W x 8-3/5"D x 2-1/5"H
# Weight: 1.6kg / 3 lbs"
Music Tech Pro Performer (3 of 3)
YouTube via Hiddenfortress. You can find Part 2 and 1 here. via brian c.
"Here it is the Pixelh8 Music Tech Pro Performer for the GBA and DS. Sign up @
www.hiddenyouthrecords.co.uk for details of when and where it will be releaased."
Update: Be sure to check out 6:13 for a nod to Matrixsynth! Thank you Pixelh8!!! :)
Promising Technique
YouTube via zfan88. via filip_t on the forum.
"Test recording demonstrating live manipulation capabilities of av sampler setup operated by Zambari. Drums played by Arszyn. Human beatbox samples taken from http://vjkungfu.tv/archive/av-challen..., under Creative Commons licence. "
ML-303v4 modified
Harvestman Module Review on trash_audio
click here for the full review."Both modules are aesthetically beautiful front and back and well constructed. I'm not sure how I feel about Buchla Style wiggle on the knobs. The knobs definitely makes me feel a more rich, almost as if I could afford a Buchla. It's almost like picturing your girlfriend is Shannyn Sossamon while you're...... *ahem*. Anyways this is almost like cheating... so aside from the wiggle causing hallucinations, I'm going to assume that they're a welcome change because I treat my gear like crap and a little give on the knobs will keep them from getting bent."
Coalescence and Luxation
"This is what I've been working on for the past week after I put my kids to bed. The music is realized entirely using my modular - every total element, one monophonic line at a time. The only non-modular element is Battery which I used for the drums. All of this audio was recorded into my DAW and severely processed and edited, but no other synths were used."via The Stretta Procedure where you can find the full post with audio and more images.
The real Arturia Jupiter 8V
YouTube via hello6am. Sent my way via Alex
"Having a play on Arturia's actual Roland Jupiter 8 test machine. Amazing how they made it sound just like the software..."
Doepfer A-100 Monster Base Frame
via Doepfer, via ross.On the occasion of the Musikmesse Frankfurt from March 12 to 15, 2008 we show the prototype of the A-100 Monster Base. It has the same width as the A-100 monster case and is planned as a base frame for these. But it can be used also without the monster case. It has a removeable top cover with handle for easy transportation.
The base frame has two rows for modules available: one with horizontal alignment and another 45 degrees inclined row. The useable width will be probably 160 HP (i.e. a bit less than the monster case because of the mechanical construction). Two A-100 power supplies (PSU2) and four bus boards are built in.
Release date: spring 2008, price: still to be calculated
zorlon cannon
flickr by nakedintruderfull size
This image is actually from wire to the ear where you can find a write-up of the Harvestman Zorlon Canon.
Korg X50
YouTube via RockPalaceDenHaag
Description in Googlish:
"This ultra-light compact synth has 61 keys, 62 votes, 64 MB sample ROM, USB, editing software and more! The Korg X-50 is the best synth for live performances or in the studio."
e-mu Emax sounds disk test PPG cello
YouTube via yamahacs80 (click for more). Emax sound disk test : ppg cello
Not the best audio quality, but they should give you a sense of the character as well as some of the soundsets for the E-Mu Emax.
PAiA Fatman Analog Synthesizer Jam/Test
via Nusonica
"Simple jam session, testing out the PAiA Fatman Analog Synthesizer. The drums are from a Korg drum machine. The PAiA Fatman is a DIY Analog Synthesizer kit. It arrives… More» in a thousand pieces, and you build it. The included instructions are excellent, and this was a very fun build. I highly recommend PAiA’s products."
Roland TR-707 Rhythm Composer by RetroSound
YouTube via retrosound72
"vintage drum machine demo by RetroSound
Roland TR-707 from 1985
15 sounds (kick 1, kick 2, snare 1, snare 2, low tom, mid tom, high tom, rim-shot, cow bell, hand clap, tambourine, open and closed high-hat, crash/ ride cymbals)
hi-hat, cymbals and claps are identical to the TR-909 [maybe not - see the comments of this post]"
MusoTalk 128 - Use Audio Plugiator Teil 1
YouTube via musotalk
Description in Googlish:
"2nd Part and additional information on www.musotalk.de-The Use Audio is a DSP hardware synthesizer, whose conviction on toner plug-ins based. Some of the synths already known from the Scope DSP platform. The device is phonetically very flexible and can be in the future for more sounds and plug-ins. Particularly suitable for musicians whose sound from the studio to the stage."
Jomox Resonator Neuronium Pt 3 with Mike
YouTube via bigcitymusic. Parts 1 and 2 here.
"Ok. Here is part 3 of the "Freqtones" trilogy. Read more about this machine and it's origin at jayemsonic.com"
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