Saturday Night Villain - Red Flags

via Scott Metzger:
[Read the long version and check out the track here:
http://www.saturdaynightvillain.com]
"The short version of the story: I went on a second date with this girl I was really starting to like. Little did I know that she would end up running off with another guy that night! I painfully watched in shock and disbelief as they left this Hollywood club together, hand in hand. In the following days, both parties proceeded to bombard me with apologies via myspace and text messages. Armed with all this great content, I converted their pleas to synthesized speech, and the song Red Flags was born. What you hear is what they said (with actual testimony from club witnesses and some phallic references thrown in for good measure).

By Logan Mannstrane (Scott Metzger) and Lord Kick Drum (Ken Hankins)



Kit list:
BASS
ROLAND JUPITER 8 W/ MIDI
UAD-1 - CAMBRIDGE EQ
LOGIC - AUTOFILTER - FOR DUB TRACK, DUPLICATED
WAVES C4
WAVES RCOMP
FILTEK MK3A - EQ
NEUMANN U-473A COMPRESSOR/BYPASSED
LAVRY BLUE AD/DA

PADS
Prophet 5 Rev 2
LOGIC COMPRESSOR - DUCKING
WAVES C4
WAVES RCOMP
FILTEK MK3A - EQ
NEUMANN U-473A COMPRESSOR/BYPASSED
LAVRY BLUE AD/DA

VOCALS
Linguatec Voice Reader
LOGIC - PITCH SHIFTER II
UAD - PULTEC PRO, CAMBRIDGE EQ, PRECISION EQ, DE-ESSER
WAVES C4
WACES RCOMP
FILTEK MK3A - EQ
NEUMANN U-473A COMPRESSOR/BYPASSED
LAVRY BLUE AD/DA

DRUMS
ROLAND TR-909 - KICK, SNARE
ROLAND TR-808 - HATS
LOGIC - ULTRABEAT - DRUM TONE LAYERS
EXS24 - VINYLISTICS - BACKBEAT
SNARE - UAD SPL TRANSIENT DESIGNER
UAD-1 - REALVERB PRO, PULTEC EQ, HELIOS EQ, CAMBRIDGE EQ
WAVES C4
WAVES RCOMP
FILTEK MK3A - EQ
NEUMANN U-473A COMPRESSOR/BYPASSED
LAVRY BLUE AD/DA

SEQUENCING /MIXING
LOGIC PRO 8

MASTERING: JACK THE BEAR'S DELUXE MASTERING"

dz-1 drum trigger demo

YouTube via pac209
"casio dz-1, audiotriggered by a tr-707, sending midi notes to a drumstation playing the tr-909 sounds"

nord lead 1 arp

YouTube via 909techno
"played one the nord lead version 1 (with voice expansion).
all four slots stacked and played via arpeggiator
recorded direct from outputs. no effects or editing."

KILL KITTY : Blood Death Ivory Production Diary

YouTube via krankhaus
"Angelspit's video diary during the making of "Kill Kitty" from their album Blood Death Ivory. Check out Angelspit's other Production Diaries here"

DotCom, MFM, MAQ16/3, Nord Lead 1 and Kawai 100F

YouTube via attorks
"This time tried to do some camera close-ups and moves but it is difficult doing it all alone. The video shows another sequencer improvisation.
The Synthesizers.com sequence starts dry and then I switch on the AKAI Head Rush E2 in tape echo mode (blue device on the top right of the DotCom). You can hear how the sequence becomes alive. When I switch the connect switch on the Q124, the CV of row 1 of the MAQ16/3 is connected to the 1V/Oct of the Q107. Row 1 drives the DotCom and the MFM. Row 2 drives the Nord Lead 1 which 2nd VCO is detuned 5 semitones down to simulate chords. Row 3 adds 2 semitones to row 1 each 8 steps. The solo is done on the Kawai 100F."

Korg R3 analogue modelled sounds

YouTube via yarosystems
"All the sounds programmed by Yarosystems. All these patches should also be possible on the Radias, and most of them on the MS2000 and the Microkorg too."

Cakewalk Z3ta+1: Mr. Automatic Checks Out Robot Mrs. Douglas

YouTube via gearwire
"Gearwire's Bill Holland takes the Cakewalk Z3ta+1 synthesizer to Gearwire studio for a good oscillating. "Blue Monday" makes its return, and just starting to examine the oscillato-arpeggiatory features of the Z3ta+1 has it sounding more mangled than the line sounded at any point in his Rapture LE tweakings. See more on Gearwire.com."

"Book of Sound" a Folktek Instrument by Ben Houston

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"Welcome to the work of Folktek. Please also see our other auctions.

For information regarding Folktek artists including portfolios, sounds and many more works please visit:
folktek.com

For a link to our youtube videos check http://youtube.com/user/benpumpkin

For a direct link to the "book of sound" page of the folktek site including more information, and more photoes please visit:

http://folktek.com/benhouston/bookofsound.html

and if you'd like to join our friends list at myspace: folktek myspace

now...

The Book of sound By Ben Houston .

This extra custom piece is part of a folktek series entitled "philanthropoid"". Also in the series on the site is the Mantis, dronescape sequencer, the moth, the growling insect, the bug, the octa-hedra, walking stick, pendulum translator and others. The sound is phenomenol and continues to amaze us. It is a sonic symphony of nasty and grimy sweetness, endless layers of sound possibilities emenating from High quality OSC originally based on high tech speech synthesis. Seemingly random bits can be rediscovered time and time again and then there are those moments that you will most likely never rediscover. This piece WILL provide sounds that you will not find in other synthesizers and will astonish you every time you turn it on.

This particular piece features four patchable knobs, two with common center points and a twelve point patchbay. This allows you to determine function and provides tons of flexibility. In addition, featured is a light sensitive photo theramin control for global synth sound as well as: two more knobs (global control and power kill), glowing lamp power indicator , 2 folktek button/switches for activate and freeze mode sections,light sensitive photo-contol, reset, 1/4" output, built in battery pack, basic manual of function and layout. You'll be able to cipher through waveforms and textures with extreme sensitivity in thousands of ways. Waveforms (individual, or multiple layers) can be captured and maintained, often intermodulating in beautiful and/or disturbing ways. Super sensitive knobs let you filter through tons of sounds and glitchscapes. Albums are waiting to be created here as the sound is quite different from anything else you'll find.. Runs on 4 "AA" batteries Includes manuel"

Sequential Circuits Model 700 CV Sequencer

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"By the way the controls are laid out, there appears to be memory for 88 sequences/patches.
3 CV outs.
2 ADSR with delay Envelope Generator outs.
CV, trigger, and gate ins."

Korg MS-02 Interface

via this auction
"Korg (and Yamaha CS) synths use Hz/Octave for their CV and Gate whereas most other manufactures use Volt/Octave. This interface is designed to convert one to the other and vice versa. It can also convert gate signals. Use your Pro-One to control an MS-10 or 20. Use the MS-20 to control your Roland. It basically allows you to control any CV synth with any CV synth. This also has many multiples for duplicating signals... Here is a webpage that explains more.

Future Retro Revolution SE #2

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"Only 10 of these were made and this is #2. Also signed by the maker. The SE is painted a special gun gray and has black painted aluminum sides and special color coded knobs... The SE also has an added feature that there is also an accent output with the gate output... Built in analog overdrive and digital fx. The remix function is one of the best features on an analog sequencer. You can also use the revolution as a midi to cv/gate converter and a midi to din sync converter"

Waldorf Q+ with Custom Wood Sides

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Buchla LIGHTNING III

"LIGHTNING III is about to strike!

Not a whole lot different than Lightning II, Lightning III features improvements in sensitivity, resolution, accuracy, and response time. Perhaps the biggest difference is in the addition of a third axis of sensitivity. Yes, Lightning now responds in all three directions, adding proximity to the horizontal and vertical dimensions brought to you by Lightning II.

As for appearance, not much change. The triangular remote sensor morphed to a rectangular shape; the control box stayed just about the same, and the wands are virtually identical.

Changes in software are minimal, the primary changes are to accommodate the third axis. The price is unchanged, remaining at $1995. Watch this space for a complete description and some pics."
http://www.buchla.com/lightning/index.html

Chimera SM16 Analog Sequencer

"Switchable 8x2 or 16x1 configuration, MIDI input (tempo clocks, start, stop, etc), MIDI output(notes, velocity, modulation, etc..). Each (red/blue knob) pot voltage available on 2mm socket (0-5v), A+B and A-B outputs, sixteen trigger outputs (one per pot) available, A/B slides (green knobs) available, internal tempo generator with width control (yellow knobs, 30-300bpm) and on-off, output scaling control (grey knob), set-reset flip-flop for ping-pongs, separate clock/ reset/ slide/direction, 23 white leds built in for maximum pzazz, powered by 6xAAA batteries or external 9-12v supply (not supplied). Patch leads available.
Shipping July 2008." $399 plus shipping according to Chimera Synthesis. This one actually popped up a bit ago but I missed it for whatever reason. Anyway... here it is.

Buchla zeroscillator

flickr by cray5656

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New Serge M-odule: Wave Processor

Wave Processor
Ring Modulator, Triple Waveshaper

$2,000

[DAD] balanced out 'XLR' or 1/4" TRS option: $300

Sound Transform Systems
(262) 367-3030

First impressions via Hans Grusel on the Serge Modular Users Group Yahoo List

Talk about meat; There's a firkin 20-ton rib roast inside this thing!

Triple Waveshaper- 1st serge module I ever touched some 15 years ago. Super
early version not in a panel but just in a box, so I was a bit nostalgic about this
one-- M-odule delivers the goods 110%. Everything from overdrive in single, to full on shred
in series. As one would expect, it always hold ups with super sonic detail in all registers no
matter what you throw at it. Dance the cv ins in series w/ the gator's /n comp into pulse
divider for a grand rollick.

Wave Multipliers:
A stellar 3-plier set. What can I say: a classic's classic.
Top section: overdrive/vca.
Mid section: overtones out the ass plus DC coupling in.
Bottom section: even more over the top shreds. Take some low harm
content into both audio inputs then feed the cv out back into your osc source
you'll have rock neck for days. Then take a crack at it with cv instead of audio.
Versatility to the nines.

Ring mod:
Rex had mentioned he was workin on the bottom end of this one. Looking at chest
implosion with a supersub. can't wait to wail this one live thru a good full on
PA. Again the range and detail of this sucker would be hard to beat.

Mixer:
3 in 1 (banana) out.
#3 in with +/- or null. Again top of the top in quality.

X-fade:
The M-odule mainstay. Two in. 1/4 inch + banana out w/ vc xfade + vc gain.
A gem of a gateway from serge to speakers.

via matthew

Ode to Gravity: Introducing the Buchla 700 (March 21, 1988)

"Donald Buchla's newest synthesizer, the 700, is introduced to the San Francisco community at a gathering held at the Sake Factory. Charles Amirkhanian interviews the inventor as well as numerous local composers about their experiences with Buchla's creations while we hear in the background people trying out the newest version."


via http://www.archive.org/details/OTG_1988_03_21 via ghostdog

élkorus test part 1

YouTube via wutierson
"élkorus test by Sergio Koval during the 1st unit presentation. élkorus is the new analog chorus unit released by Synthoma, that makes possible to replicate the classic sound of the string ensemble machines of the 70's. more info at www.synthoma.net"

Prima Harmony Trainer SN 37900773

via this auction

"Prima Harmony Trainer, Model SQH-379 made by Seiko Instruments & Electronics Ltd
* Prima Harmony Trainer with:
* Digital Metronome
* Digital Keyboard with multiple instrument sounds
* Analog jacks for input and output
* Tuner function with built-in Microphone or input
* On/Off switch for internal Mic
* Many other features
* Fold out handle
* Translucent plastic cover for the trainer
* Black carrying case for trainer and AC adapter
* Owners manual in Japanese"
via Chris

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flight of harmony newsletter August 2008

"I’m quite busy filling the current orders, but here’s a quick update:

· After this run, the current Plague Bearer form factor will be discontinued – these housings are just too labor-intensive. There are only two v1.1 Plague Bearers remaining at the time of this writing and they are the last of this style.

· If there is enough demand, populated main boards for the Plague Bearer, Imp, and the Infernal Noise Machine will be made available. Main boards do not include PSU or I/O jacks. Email me if you are interested, I’ll have some populated board pics up soon.

Upcoming:
· Modular versions of the Plague Bearer, Parasite, and the Infernal Noise Machine.
· The standalone version of the I.N.M and the Imp will be available in a couple weeks"
http://www.flightofharmony.com

Kraftwerk Synth List

click here for the list used over the years. Most have images. via Juergen.

PNW DIY 2008

via Jim Patchell:

"Just to let everybody know, John Marshall informed me that the PNW DIY meet will be on October 25, 2008 at Renton Technical College. (Seattle Area).

If you subscribe to other lists...hey, spread the word. This will most likely be the last one that John will be putting on. I have already purchased my plane ticket...and I will be there. Hope you will be as well."

You can find posts of previous PNW events here.

KORG PS-3300

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This one went for $21,000

Interesting details from the auction:
"I have been the sole owner of this Korg PS 3300. 100% Original. !00% Functional. 100% Complete. Ser.# 780302. I ordered this PS 3300 brand new from a local Korg Dealer, Music Sound World in Tulsa, OK, immediately after returning from demoing a PS 3300 Floor Model at Arnold&Morgan Music in Dallas,TX. Included is a custom built performance table. Included is the original owner’s manual. Also included are the set of original patch cables. The factory edge connectors for all of the internal circuit boards on the main bus have been replaced with upgrades that will not crack as the original connectors did. All circuits and pots are working. A few pots and switches need to be cleaned due to the little use it has received recently. The longer it is powered on and played the less this is an issue. Dependable, reliable and very well taken care of over all of the years I have owned it. The only cosmetic blemishes are two slight chips in the veneer (one each on both sides of the wood case). For the exception of these two chips the rest of the cabinet is clean and in great shape. All knobs and switches are original and complete with no cracks or damage. No blemishes on any of the front panels. All of the Keyboard controller trigger switches and joystick are complete and funtional. All keys are undamaged , original and playable. No Midi.

If you are not familiar with this incredible instrument here is a link to WikiPedia to assist those of you who are interested and would like to learn more about this unbelievably powerful and unique modular fully analog polyphonic synthesizer.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korg_PS-3300."

Korg PS-3100

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It looks like it went for a BIN of $7500

inynamite

YouTube via cray56
"livewire afg, vulcan, dual cylotron, serge dusg"

Roland Juno-60 + SCI Prophet VS + Moog Minimoog

YouTube via retrosound72

"vintage synth demo track by RetroSound

bassline (like TD`s Dolphin Dance): Moog Minimoog with Lintronics Midi sequenced by the MFB Step64 step sequencer and sync with the TR-707
fx and lead sounds: SCI Prophet VS
analog pads: Roland Juno-60
drums: Roland TR-707

no overdubbing, no sequencer software used"

Latronic Notron Studio 440 Jupiter 6 improv space funk

video upload by b3nsf

"I made this little sequence on the Notron, controlling the Jupiter (erupoafied, synthwooded) and sync'ed the Studio 440 (VFD'ed, rez-modded) fun times!!!!"

Noise.io for the iPhone

"Company "Amidio" has announced "Noise.io", the first official iPhone/iPod Touch sound synthesizer. It offers ESFM (Enhanced Subspace Frequency Modulation) synthesis that is capable of producing all kinds of noises and sound effects. Making iPhone sound is simple: user slides his fingers over the device surface, that produces sound that changes in realtime, delivering a unique sonic experience. The resulting sound can be synced to BPM via TapBPM function and can be even more enriched with sound effects like chorus, delay, flanger, etc. Noise.io comes with 81 presets and a user-friendly preset editor that allows creating user presets in no time. Noise.io will be available exclusively in AppStore on 08/25/2008, for $6.99.

The company has another 2 projects in the same field: Didjer.io (iPhone dijeridoo emulator) and Flute.io (iPhone flute emulator). There projects are in early alpha stage. Also the VST version of Noise.io will be released by the end of 2008."


You can get Noise.io here:

oscillate - not osculate!

via RetroThing

This one is from the February 1961 issue of "Joker - The Satire Magazine!"

"os·cu·late
v. os·cu·lat·ed, os·cu·lat·ing, os·cu·lates
v.tr.
1. To kiss.
2. Mathematics To have three or more points coincident with.

Jesty and Moog

via CatSynth.com

Apparently it's Justy's half birthday. Happy birthday Justy! :)

DIY Serge-style Rack Panel

via creatorlars on electro-music.com
"finally finished my Serge-style rack panel about a week ago and got around to taking pictures. Also featured is the DIY portable rack case (3/4" pine and plywood + hardware/carpet from ReliableHardware.com.) It has a hinged latch-on lid too (with enough room to keep things patched in!)

Below this panel is my new Midibox CV, which I am really enjoying, and my Midibox SEQ3. This whole rig together is currently my "bassline machine" for composing and live shows -- but hopefully it will grow beyond that, to allow a setup for more symbiotic lead lines/basslines/percussion."

Looks like an EDP. You can find an additional image and more info on electro-musi.com.