Thursday, October 30, 2008
PNW2008: George Mattson Demos the MMM Part 1
YouTube via matrixsynth
"George Mattson demos the Mattson Mini Modular at the Pacific Northwest Synth Gathering 2008."
PNW2008: George Mattson Demos the MMM Part 2
Update:
PNW2008: George Mattson Demos the MMM Part 3
video upload by
YouTube via matrixsynth
"George Mattson demos the Mattson Mini Modular at the Pacific Northwest Synth Gathering 2008"
Note this is the last part of George Mattson's talk. Remember you can click on the PNW2008 link below for all posts on the event including the first two videos on the MMM.
PNW2008: Stephen Jones Demos the Syntar
YouTube via matrixsynth
"Stephen Jones Demos the Syntar at the Pacific Northwest Synth Gathering 2008."
PNW2008: Stephen Jones Shows the Synthwood Pro-One and MMM
YouTube via matrixsynth
"Stephen Jones shows the custom Synthwood Pro-One and Mattson Mini Modular at the Pacific Northwest Synth Gathering 2008."
PNW2008: Scott Rise Demos the Pixelh8 GB Cart, MMM and Midify
YouTube via matrixsynth.
Remember to click on the PNW2008 label below for more.
"Scott Rise demos the Nintento Gameboy SP with Pixelh8 Music Tech cartridge, the Mattson Mini Modular and Division 6 Midify at the Pacific Northwest Synth Gathering 2008. Note Scott made the MIDI interface for the Mattson Mini Modular. Update: you can see the MIDIfied Microwave Oven Mentioned in this video here.
Babybotte Sample
Remember the Babybotte fractal synth that I accidentally called the Babybottle. Yep... Well you can find a sample of it on this post on synth-diy.
MiMa feat. Van Halen - Jump! - 2nd version
YouTube via mima14031985
"Hi folks! Here's my second version of Van Halen - Jump, this time featuring the Roland JP-8000, all another story from my previous attempt with the Korg N5. I've also played the 1984 opening song as Jump's intro. My version of 1984 is transposed a semitone up respect to the original, in order to come in with Jump in a perfect fifth (1984 ends in G major, jump starts in C major).
The patch used is the same for both songs, and is the usual used and abused double detuned sawtooth sound, which differs in the 2 songs by it's envelope settings (very slow volume attack and release with filter steady opened for 1984, fast volume attack and release and very slow filter decay for Jump). The bass for 1984 it's also a double detuned sawtooth sound, but this time the 2nd oscillator is 1 octave higher than the 1st. Here we have constant volume but filter envelope with slow attack and release and stronger resonance, in order to obtain that whistleing effect.
As usual comments, while not being offensive, are really appreciated! Enjoy and thanks"
Isidore preparing Absinthe
YouTube via DamagedMeat
"I love Absinth, and I love modular synthesizers, so I thought it would be a good idea to do something featuring those two wonders... And as it actually looked quite good and kinda hypnotic, I taped and uploaded it. This shows the absinth ritual using a see saw brouilleur and Verte de Fougerolles Absinth (I love that brand). The sound of the see saw brouiller is captured by a microphone and used to trigger stuff in the modular synth (Doepfer A100, with the one and only Isidore robot cabinet)... so that every drops (approximately) changes synth parameters such as pan, fm, filters and delay clock. I also added some melody from my micromoog and some rvb (on the moog only).
I had to make several takes and edited the thing while I was totally drunk.
I hope you enjoy it, if you do, don't forget to rate, comment, subscribe and all that stuff."
The METZ Synthesizer
The maker of the METZ synth, Mike Metz, wrote in with more info on his unique creation. You can find more images and what he had to say in the original post. Scroll down to the Update that begins with the image pictured here.Side note: Mike Metz now runs Thesis Audio Service. It looks like we have a new (old) synth tech in town.
"Since 1976, THESIS AUDIO SERVICE has provided the midwest with quality, afforable repairs, maintenance, and restoration services on all types of equipment for musicians, sound companies and dealers."
NEW POLIVOKS CLONE VCF COmING SOON
via orange_LED on the forum. Note the image here is actually The Toad (listed for auction here) referenced below, and not the new filter."I finished a prototype of this filter and have the pcb laid out already. It is a matter of meeting my budget to have these made. Most likely it will be released late November early december.
Here's the Info.
-it will be self powered and an External VCF for your Modular or DJ/VSt/VA filtering purposes. it will come with a Wall wart plug.
-it has Line Level boosters so if you plug in a 'low' level signal it has a Gain Knob to amplify it. If you do that to a high Synth Level signal you will make a cool distorted signal. It is possible to plug in a guitar direct and amplify.
-there will be 2 of those Boosters and they will have an final 'input' Knob to fine tune Distorted (just the way you want it)sound going into the VCF and Attenuate. Otherwise if you cranked the GAIN all the way it would be over kill sound going direct to the vcf with no way to adjust it. The whole sound input thing was all well thought out.
-it will have (1) onboard LFO, a slim down version of the TOAD lfo.
-I figured out a REZ HACK FOR THIS TOO! there will be 2 switches to give you different flavors of the unique Rez on this thing.
-all the inputs/outputs wil be 1/4" phono
-it will look like the same design as the Toad (lexan and wood) and be called a 'the Tadpole VCF'.
-The size is a little smaller than a DR670 drum machine.
-I have to build one from the final PCB and see about parts/etc before I decide on a price. The goal is to sell it less then 200.00
**Here's more happy news: I got all worked up about this external vcf idea and already have an EMS VCF clone laid out also But I only managed to cram the VCF only, no onboard LFO"
Prototypes
flickr by Dan McPharlin(click for more)
full size
previous posts
A few of these were at this year's Pacific Northwest Synth Gathering. If you go through the foto sets for PNW2008 you will find some. They are really nicely done.
Noise.io - the iPhone Synthesizer
Noise.io - the iPhone Synthesizer from ToyoBunko on Vimeo.
"Noise.io is the first real synthesizer for iPhone and is simply a revolution in handheld music applications.
There are no other applications on the iPhone and other handheld devices that even come close to what Noise.io can do.
Visit noise.io for more information." Per the previous post, noise.io has just been released.
You can get noise.io here:
Noise.io - the iPhone synth - is released
"Amidio, Inc has released Noise.io - the first full-featured sound synthesizer for the iPhone and iPod Touch. One of the most anticipated handheld music applications, Noise.io is capable of creating all kinds of melodic sequences, basses, leads, keys, bells, percussive sounds and sound effects. Designed by an experienced electronic musician, Noise.io makes it possible to create 303-like acid basslines or any other melodies using the buit-in sequencer, or jamming live in sync with the rhythm using the TapBPM feature. Extensive sound control possibilities are implemented - fingersliding, multitouch, accelerometer, velocity-sensitive dual keyboard and a modulation matrix. 9 factory preset banks are included: Azure Leads, Warping Basslines, Infinite Keys, Distant Bells, Touch the Bass, Strange Places, Klang Percussive, FX Pack 1, totalling in 81 presets. Noise.io utilizes an original synth technology called ESFM and features 3 generators, 2 filters, 3 LFO, 3 sequencers, 6 effects, unlimited presets, extensive user support and much more. Users are able to instantly share their banks with the community utilizing the on-line preset repository at the website http://noise.io. Noise.io is available on the App Store for $9.99 (introductory price)."You can get noise.io here:
Megabrain Topographics 1 - Access Virus C
YouTube via beckhusen
"The sound is made with Access Virus C. At the beginning and the end i included some samples which i made with my quite new Korg Kaoss Pad 3. The nature voices are from Atmosphere Deluxe.
The video of the Manta was fimed in Bali 2008 where i spend my last diving holidays.
See more at http://www.VIDEOunterWASSER.com or http://www.INNOVATIVESOUNDS.de"
Rhodes mk I 88 + Moog Prodigy
YouTube via lesingemonotone. Prodigy come in about a minute in.
"Jamming away on the Rhodes and Moog."
Cowboy and the Vocoder
YouTube via AnalogVocoder1.
Roland SVC-350 with KORG Poly-800 as the carrier.
"Cowboy and the Vocoder. Cowboy NOT paying any attention to the vocoder. Talking, NOT singing, just playing one note per syllable."
DorkBot PDX - Mini Synthesizer
YouTube via caseorganic
"Dorbot PDX is a Portland group about people doing strange things with electricity. Here, my friend Mario Landau-Holdsworth is testing out a makeshift synthesizer made from an aurduino chip paired with parts from a POS system on of the other members brought to the club a few weeks back."
Sequential Circuits Pro-One Case by Synthwood
via this auction
"This is a new custom wood case for the Sequential Circuits Pro-One analogue synthesizer. The case is complete with screws, mounting hardware and a newly designed pitch / mod wheel box. It is designed to replace the flimsy original plastic case with very little or no alteration to the original sheet metal bottom case or control panel.
Dave Smith Instruments has designed a brand new pitch / mod wheel box which we are including with the kit. It is fully assembled and tested.
This case was designed and created by SYNTHWOOD.COM in the USA.
What is included:# A complete finished wood case for your Pro-One
# Black Walnut (shown), Maple or Mahogany - Your Choice
# Brand new wheel box designed by Dave Smith Instruments
# A new Sequential Circuits and Pro-One nameplate# Four black head machine screws to replace your old ones
# 6 T-Nuts to mount your control panel
# 8 black wood screws
# 4 machine screws for mounting your new wheel box
# Online installation guide with a step by step process with pictures What is pictured and is optional:
# Installation by SYNTHWOOD.COM (contact us)
# Newly made Prophet-5 style knobs (add $44)
# RGB Backlit kit for pitch/mod wheels installed (add $30) (Colors are user selectable - Red, Green, Blue, Violet, Aqua and White) What is NOT included in this auction:
# A Sequential Circuits Pro-One synthesizer"
Oberheim OB-Xa Wood Sides by Synthwood
via this auctionbe sure to see the sellers other auctions for more and of course their official website: Synthwood.com.
Moog Minimoog
images at this auction"Minimoog analog synthesizer in near-perfect condition. This unit has recently received a full overhaul by an electronic tech. The following work was done:
* All keyboard bushings were replaced. This dramatically improved the feel of the keyboard. All keys were also aligned.
* All key contacts were deoxidized and cleaned.
* Power supply filter capacitors were replaced with new ones.
* Old IC sockets were replaced with machined gold-plated sockets.
* AC power cable was replaced with one matching in appearance to the original.
* All pots, rotary switches and slide switches were flushed out and relubed.
* Card edge connectors were retensioned and deoxidized.
* All points on the Oscillator PCB were resoldered.
* The Oscillator trimpots were all replaced. This made tuning the synth much easier and made for a more reliable tuning.
* Every last knob and key was manually cleaned.
* Power supply voltages were trimmed.
* The metal chassis was cleaned.
* Blemishes on the woodwork were refinished by a guitar maker to match the original walnut finish as closely as possible.
After this extensive overhaul the Minimoog received a complete calibration - it plays perfectly!"
Open Labs MIKO Timbaland Edition
via this auction
"www.openlabs.com . . . and . . . http://www.openlabs.com/timba-overview-tse.html
About this particular instrument - it is the current model, fully loaded (with the exception of it having a 500 gig hard-drive rather than 1tb) with thousands of sounds, all the Open Labs software, Reaper DAW, etc."
Circuit Bent Laser Gun Mod 2 and Control Box
YouTube via BentElectronics.
via this auction
Circuit Bent Laser Gun Mod 2 With Control Box..Bent By SkinSink of Bentronic Studios...Available in EXTREMELY LIMITED EDITION See Link these auctions
for items available for sale.
The Octopus Vampire (limited edition) is here!
via genoQs"Our way of saying 'Happy Halloween everyone!' ..and we're off partying now, and back shortly."
Heliocentric - All The Time
Heliocentric - All The Time from Umcorps on Vimeo.
"All the instruments in this piece are created from sounds that were broadcast in the Jodrell Bank podcast of August 2008 "The Sounds of Space".
That podcast is available at jodcast.net/archive/200808Extra/ and is very well worth listening to.
In no particular order, the instruments are:
Proton Whistlers
Jovian S-burst
Solar doppler images
Solar energetic particles from the HELIOS mission
Plus the fine Lancastrian burr of Dr Tim O'Brien.
All instruments were created in Kontakt, hosted in Logic Studio and driven by noatikl.
Video imagery is from "Our Mr Sun" (1956), directed by Frank Capra - the first film in the Bell Systems Science series."
via Mark
PNW2008: John Demos the Synth Tech MOTM Modular and DS10
YouTube via matrixsynth
"John demos the Synthesis Technologies MOTM Modular and DS10 at the Pacific Northwest Synth Gathering 2008."
A couple of notes on this one:
1. In the beginning you hear John say something followed by everyone laughing. What he said was, "I'm John L. Rice and I've been addicted to synthesizers for..." Classic.
2. You can see the chrome screws on his MOTM that he refers to in this video here.
waldorf blofeld teil neun
YouTube via thegoacyst
"a simple ambient song made only with the litle synth. all the patches are self made."
Nord Demo #4
YouTube via georgecorkmaul
"Its a nice thing that the Nord Stage Piano is polyphonic even while it can bend pitches in all of its voices."
Sonic LAB: GForce M-Tron Pro
YouTube via sonicstate
"A first look at this new virtual instrument from GForce Software. Based on the M-Tron it ads the newly developed synth engine from their Virtual String Machine to add deep filter and effects
more reviews at Sonicstate.com"
DJ Quest MIDI Experiment End Solo
YouTube via oppositeoffaith. via brian c
"This is a video of The Legendary DJ Quest working with the Opposite of Faith using an extensive custom MIDI setup"
Note the DSI Evolver controls the pitch of the Vestax Controller One and the Numark CDX through MIDI. More info here.
8/16 STEP ANALOG SEQUENCER
YouTube via denha. Yamaha CS15.
"This analog sequencer has the function to switch eight steps to 16 steps."
amityville pig part 1
YouTube via massonix. Roland SH-09 and System 100
"masked analogue synth performance - from The Amityville Pig"
Roland Juno-60 Analog Synthesizer
YouTube via retrosound72
"vintage synth demo by RetroSound
The beast!
Roland Juno-60 Analog Synthesizer
(demo of various filter and envelope settings, PWM, VCF and DCO Modulation and more);
Juno-60 arpeggiator triggered by the Roland TR-606;
drums: Roland TR-606
This video demo is not a musical statement, only demonstration of the sound possibilities of the instrument."
Removing the neck and fretboard for 1/v oct controller
YouTube via topekadiyver2.
"This is part 2; removing neck and fretboard to create a 1V/Oct controller for my synthesizer."
Reason 4.0 Thor Killing Everything
YouTube via wsandvik
"The first song i made using Reason 4.0 using only Thor and the drum pad to run the vocoder."
George's Klee Live on I-5
YouTube via kidtronic
"George built this Klee and the modular below. Here it is running in a hotel room in Bellingham on the way to the Pacific North West synth show at Renton. The sliders on the Klee have a range set by a dial and teh ranges of teh slider are musical intervals: 3rd, 7th, octave, two octaves,etc. New notes are calulated out of the ones you set with sliders based on teh position of teh silver switches for setting teh bits. this is one deep and unusual sequencer. George favours the Thomas Henry oscillator design and wasn't happy with the results of an emf one he built, so the second voice in use here is my Oberheim SEM."
Oberheim Live on the I-5
YouTube via kidtronic
"An Oberheim minisequencer (#10) driving the SEM 2 oscillator synth fed into a Korg Tape echo which is on top of George's modular. The room is an unsuspecting hotel off the I-5 in Bellingham (has a cool radio museum and growlers). We were travelling down from Canada to the Pacific Northwest 2008 synth meet in Renton the next morning. The lower right corner of the sequencer is the rate knob. If you pull it up sequence two determines the length of time for each note. On the SEM the bottom rows are envelope ADSR settings. Usually the weird sounds come from other rooms..."
Another Monome-Modular Test
YouTube via dkimcg
"My midi to cv controller only has one channel, so the modular is monophonic from the Monome as of now until I figure something out. About halfway in, I let the recorded midi from the monome play a software vibe instrument to show exactly what notes the monome is playing. This is Stretta's Polygome64 program running things, drum mech for reference."
Kerekes Band : Dr Dudás / Dr Piper - MÜPA 2007 with Bagpipe Synthesizer
YouTube via KerekesBand
"Dr. Dudás / Dr. Piper - 2007 Müveszetek Palotája (Palace of Arts)
with electric bagpipe
http://www.kerekesband.hu
http://www.muveszetekpalotaja.hu/hirr..."
Atari 2600 Full MIDI Interface for Music
YouTube via littlescale
"I love the sounds of the Atari 2600. I made a MIDI interface that gives you full control over the sound output of an Atari 2600. You can watch a quick demo here.
I really want to thank Paul Slocum and all of the fantastic work that he has done for the inspiration.
---
http://little-scale.blogspot.com"
For the archives: you can find the post on little-scale here.
excerpt
"Introducing, the A26F!
I love the sounds of the Atari 2600. I made a MIDI interface that gives you full control over the sound output of an Atari 2600."
babybotte
Shoebox Fractal Synth on synth-diy where you will find more images and info."I had once stumbled upon Catweazle's fractal synth. In the circuit benders forum it seemed that the project had come to a halt. But recently I realized that it was going on elsewhere.! Here.
Also, the files can be found in the forum or in http://www.gjcp.net/~catweazle/PICsynth/
There are two schematics and lots of mp3 samples if you want to hear how it sounds."
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