SSM Chips for Sale

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SSM2044 Resonant Lowpass filter chips

SSM2056 Voltage controlled envelope chips

SSM2045 Voltage controlled filter & VCA "Voicing System" chips

You'll also find an Electronics learning toolkit in the listings.

Regarding the SSM chips: "These were pulled from a Korg Polysix that had the main board destroyed by leaking memory backup battery... These are used in some Emu and other Korg vintage synths. Also, these are useable in many modern DIY projects that you can buy kits to built up. The choice is yours... Date stamped 8238" See Synthesis Technology's chip page for a list of chips used by various synths.


Update via Qwave in the comments: "There is no Waldorf synth with these chips." This is correct, some used CEM chips for the filter. You can see a list here. Waldorf removed from the description above.

MULTIVOX MX2000 DUO ANALOG SYNTHESIZER

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Access Virus KC

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Roland Juno 6 with Original Box

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KORG MAXI KORG 800-DV

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Octave Plateau Voyetra 8 SN L04813

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"This is the full rev 4 version with the Digimod board and rev 4 software.

It responds to midi pitch and modulation commands from any modern midi controller so there is no need for the original VPK-5 keyboard. It can also be programmed from intuitive programs like icontrolmidi and Sound Quest.

This is the last and best version of the synth. I feel they really got it right with this version. It has every desirable feature you could possible want in a Voyetra 8. It was purchased directly from Peter Lanzilotta at Double-Take in New York in 1997 and has worked perfectly ever since. It has been used regularly and well taken care of. As you can see from the photos it is in excellent cosmetic condition. The only noticeable cosmetic issue is one bent heatsink fin. There are a few insignificant marks in the textured metal housing. The face of the unit is amazingly clean."

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Make Noise Soundhack - Echophon Teaser

YouTube Published on Jun 16, 2012 by thedeepelement

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Juno 106 up close and personal

YouTube Published on Jun 16, 2012 by mik300z

"A little noodling with the 106, its back from its holidays in the USA (thanks Ron) .. forgotton how good it sounds, got this really sweet violin type sound from the original sound bank and tweaked it a little, apologies if it goes on too long:)"

schlagztribe

YouTube Published on Jun 16, 2012 by slappbeast

"turlututu"

MFB Schlagzwerg, Korg Monotribe & Synthesizers.com modular.

A kind of sound you've never heard from Mutable Instruments before

A kind of sound you've never heard from Mutable Instruments before by mutable.instruments
Polyphony! I've been hoping for a polyphonic Shruthi myself.

Artymove - Dance Live @ Klevgränd

Artymove - Dance Live @ Klevgränd from Artymove on Vimeo.

Artymove live in the studio. The song is from the compilation March to a Uniform Beat. Find it on iTunes and Spotify.

Find more info about Artymove on Facebook and Twitter.

http://itunes.apple.com/se/album/march-to-a-uniform-beat-vol.-1/id526267699
http://open.spotify.com/track/4ojdg1aQyiqNMjBGoKPJZg

monome & arc

First patch with Make Noise Echophon

First patch with Make Noise Echophon from Pete Shambler on Vimeo.

I'll be putting together a more thorough Echophon demo shortly. In the meantime, here's the first patch I set up after the Echophon arrived a couple of days ago.

Cyclebox --> LPG --> Echophon. Two Maths channels control everything.

www.theshamblers.blogspot.com

I Dream of Wires Featured on WIRED

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"I Dream of Wires, an upcoming documentary about modular synthesizers, celebrates analog hardware in all its wild, messy glory. More than 100 prominent musicians, including Trent Reznor, cEvin Key, Gary Numan, Carl Craig and Morton Subotnick are in the process of being interviewed for the ambitious feature-length film, which is set to be finished in the fall..." Full post and larger video embed on WIRED here. I tried adjusting the width here but it didn't work. You can of course click on stretch to full screen icon in the embed above.

dinsync.info VCF303 jam

YouTube Published on Jun 16, 2012 by phono1337

"more info on http://www.dinsync.info"

dinsync.info OSC303, VCF303, DrumDokta, DDB
makenoise Rene, Pressure Points, Brains
4MS RCD, SCM
Doepfer A-111-5 (lfo only), A-132

eowave Domino by Nori Ubukata

YouTube Published on Jun 16, 2012 by marcmodular

"Nori Ubukata plays the Domino analogue monosynth"

2 eowave magma & 1 MFB 522 by Nori Ubukata

Published on Jun 16, 2012 by marcmodular

"Nori Ubukata plays 2 magna and one 522 showing sequence transposing & realtime playing"

Pretty Eight Machine by Inverse Phase - 8-bit NIN

"This is Pretty Hate Machine, re-imagined in its entirety on eight different 8-bit systems, so I've named it "Pretty Eight Machine". Sound configurations include: SID/6581 (Commodore 64), POKEY (Atari 800), straight 2A03 (NES), AY/SCC+ (MSX+Metal Gear 2 or Snatcher cartridge), SN76489 (Sega Master System), 2A03+VRC6 (Famicom+Castlevania 3 cartridge), LR35902 (Game Boy), and OPLL (MSX-MUSIC or Japanese Sega Master System).

The album represents the culmination of so many things:
- the recent celebration of Pretty Hate Machine's anniversary
- the recent release of the remastered PHM
- my fandom and love for Nine Inch Nails
- my love of old-school computers and game systems
- a hope that Trent Reznor (who likes vintage synths, tech, and gear) and Rob Sheridan (and his pixelated avatar) will enjoy it
- pushing myself to compose for systems I've never written music on

A lot of thought, love, blood, sweat, and tears went into this album. I encourage you to explore the info links next to the track names to understand the history behind each one.
credits
released 14 June 2012
Pretty Eight Machine (c)(p) 2011-2012 Inverse Phase.
Original songs/Pretty Hate Machine (c) 1989 Arlovol Music/Leaving Hope Music. Admin. by Penny Farthing Music (ASCAP).
6502 and its likeness used with permission from WDC and Bill Mensch.

Please attribute Inverse Phase and Nine Inch Nails with a link if you use any of these tracks for anything.

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Roland TR-707 Rhythm Composer Drum Machine

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Linn LM-1 Drumcomputer SN 00282

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Radikal Technologies Spectralis 2

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"Spectralis 2 is the even more powerful successor of Radikals sophisticated Hybrid Synthesizer. With up to 2 GB sample memory and tons of new features Radikal raises the bar again for our competition. Never stop the sequencer engine again with our fully redesigned sequencer engine that allows for on the fly realtime sequencing, recording of MIDI controllers and overdubbing. Quick Sound Selection for every part - your most favorite sounds are just one fingertip away. Transpose your patterns and step sequences with the attached keyboard and control the Spectralis 2 parameters via MIDI from your computer. There is only one thing, we left untouched in our new design - the sound engine. Still the warmest and richest sound out there with the power of a modular synthesizer in a box.

The Hybrid Synth

The Spectralis 2 hybrid synth, fueled by the latest DSP- and true analog technology, delivers maximum tonal capabilities and leads you into a radical new world of sounds full of life and animation. The Spectralis 2’ oscillator section takes sound design to new extremes. The 4 oscillators offer continuously variable waveshapes plus time linearity modulation, FM, PM, oscillator synchronisation, bit reduction and independent pitch and volume envelopes. The self resonating filters, a 4 pole lowpass and a 2 pole multimode filter with LP, HP, BP and notch outputs, use two highly improved true analog circuit designs to overcome the restrictions of modelling based synths. The way players can interact with the destinc-tive user interface makes the Spectralis 2 hybrid synthesizer a killer live instrument with unbeatable richness and stunning flexibility. The synthesis engine takes advantage of a sophisticated step sequencing system - 32 independent parameter control lines with up to 192 steps let you explore an universe of previously unheard rhythmic effects and atmospheric textures. Punchy high resolution envelopes, are the cutting edge of todays synthesizer technology. They are the perfect weapon for the creation of floor pounding kicks, state of the art sequencer staccatos and numerous percussion effects.

The Fixed Filterbank

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Korg MS-03 Analogue Signal Processor with Original Box & Manual

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"This signal processor converts any audio signal input into a synthesizer control signal. Put together a guitar or vocal synthesizer instantly by connecting the MS-03 between your guitar or mike and any synthesizer with CV and trigger inputs. No alterations are needed; just by plugging into the MS-03 and adjusting the controls, your instrument can actually 'play' the synthesizer. When performing live, connect a foot switch for portamento, pitch hold, and other useful effects. From user manual..."Thank you for choosing the Korg MS-03. To ensure optimum performance and long-term trouble-free operation, please read this manual carefully This unit produces VCO CV (control voltage) signals and trigger (gate) signals so that you can use an electric guitar, microphone, or other transducer output (from an acoustic instrument, for example) to "play" a synthesizer. A variety of remote control input jacks let you use foot switches for more freedom and flexibility during live performance. With this amazing unit you can instantly put together your own guitar synthesizer, vocal synthesizer, etc., by simple connection with any synthesizer equipped with VCO CV IN and TRIGGER (Gate) IN input jacks."

Vintage Univox Mini-Korg K2 700S with Wood Case

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SN 00429

Wood case with gold UNIVOX label.

Octave Cat SRM ll Analog Synthesizer

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"The final version of the brilliant Octave Cat Synthesizer. This model is the Duo-phonic Version and has CV/Gate."

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Pure Analog with the Oberheim OBXa + Roland SH-101 part 3

YouTube Published on Jun 16, 2012 by magevers

"I made this track in the mid 80's with the Oberheim OBXa on a 4-track analog tape recorder Tascam 144.
Everything was played by hand, without a sequencer or MIDI.
The remastering is made with SONAR 8.0
This piece was also featured on our national radio called BRT-2 in 1987 in a special program "maneuvers in het donker" for home made electronic synthesizer music"

another Shruthi 4 pole mission is born

YouTube Published on Jun 16, 2012 by heodesalciphron

shruthi 4 pole mission polychain

Published on Jun 16, 2012 by heodesalciphron

"shruthi 4 pole mission polychain test"

shruti 4 pole mission polychain space sequence

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"shruti 4 pole mission polychain borealis sequence"

SNAZZY FX ARDCORE :DELAYS AND DRUMS

YouTube Published on Jun 15, 2012 by snazelle

"Taking a deeper look at how to best use the grainy/gritty sounds of the Ardcore time based FX with a couple SNAZZY FX Dreamboats modulating the drum sound and pitch."

Ship Of Nine Lives

YouTube Published on Jun 15, 2012 by davidryle

"Synthetic Sound Labs 1520 Segwencer IV module and company.
An SSL1260 Tap Tempo LFO was used as clock and control voltage to the depth input on the Segwencer.
A Q960 picked up the clock for pitch sequence to four vco's which were an SSL1200 compact, a dotcom Q106, an Oakley4 and an SSL/Ian Fritz Double Dekka vco.
These were sent through various filters (except for the DDVCO which is dry) then to the Segwencer IV module.
I ran the SSL1520 in PEAK mode with the width at 90% and depth attenuator at 30%.
Each vca output from the SSL1520 went to a different DSP device then on to a final mixer (Q113).
The MIX OUT signal of the 1520 was suppressed to avoid cancellation.

Each of the "voices" were intentionally modified by ring modulation, FM and soft sync to give each a unique character separate from the next. This helped to distinguish them as the Segwencer faded between them. The tuning was C, F, G# & B on each corresponding vco. The Q960 acted as a transpose for the sweeping chord action."

ヨウムとクラフトワーク (Grey Parrot v.s. KRAFTWERK)

YouTube Published on Jun 15, 2012 by unyo303

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Avian Physical Modelling.

Also see:
Nature's Synthesizers - The Frozen Sea & Seals
Weddell Filter Sweeps - "Encounters at the end of the world"
And of course the nature label below.

sixtrak vs. mopho

YouTube Published on Jun 15, 2012 by condit79

"attack of the dave smith synthesizers. Plus a little electribe ER-1 drum sounds. All running to my mixer, and a touch of my new favorite delay, the strymon brigadier. It adds a bit of warbly modulation to the delays.

This is all pretty thin and buzzy on the six trak as I was trying to really play the 4 pole filter. I hadn't really seen any videos of people pushing a six trak to the limits of possibilities and so i made this. The arpeggiator is all DSI mopho with the cleaner tone. Even with the single knob editing on the six trak, it's pretty easy to tweak tones as you go. It's like the good ol days before cell phones when you had to memorize phone numbers. Plus theres a chart right there if you forget what you're doing. For me, the tone that I'm getting out of this makes it worth it. I actually had a tetra and traded it for this and am not one bit sorry."

Trogotronic 333 vs Serge Creature

YouTube Published on Jun 15, 2012 by DJjondent

"This is primarily a test of the Trogotronic M Series 333 Eurorack module.
It's an envelope follower with an 9 "step" event sequencer.

An envelope follower takes an audio input and converts it into a control voltage.
This control voltage will rise and fall with the overall volume of the input signal.
The louder the input, the bigger the output of the envelope follower.

The trog works pretty well I think. I used the snazzy fx (Arduino based) ArdCore to supply the tune. The audio signals from the Ardcore weren't loud enough on their own to
trigger the 333 so I boosted the volume with a Circuit Abbey Gozinta

The setting for attack - uppermost right dial on the trog is pretty important to
get it to trigger well. If set too far clockwise the 333 may not respond.

Thanks to Matt from RhythmActive for the Trog 333, the ArdCore and the Gozinta
http://www.rhythmactive.com.au/"

ROBOTA Studio - Old setup (2008)

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The green keyboard is a Roland SH-7.

PHILIPS PMC 100 Videos

PHILIPS PMC 100 HIDE CIRCUIT BENT SYMPHONY

YouTube Published on Jun 16, 2012 by culomono
Don't miss the second video below.

"My little pmc with a hide mod, with the play button.
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Ya tenia en mente hacer algo con el, pero por su rareza y el cariño que le he cogido decicidi hacerle una pequeña modificacion usando el boton de play, pasa no tocar la carcasa, con sus prestaciones como secuenciador tampoco vi combeniente ponerle algun puerto para su contro externo, cabria la posibilidad de meterle midi a traves del cabezal de la cinta para luego pasarlo a pulsadores en las teclas, tal vez en un futuro.

Asi que aqui esta el video de mas de 10 min del pequñin marcandose un soliloquio.
http://polisermismo.blogspot.com.es/2012/06/philips-pmc-hide-circuit-bent-hac..."

via Bartolome Moreno Padilla on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

Philips PMC100 (PMC 100) Synthesizer/composer www.retroforum.nl

Uploaded by Retroforum on Jul 4, 2010

"www.retroforum.nl bespreekt in deze video de Philips PMC 100 "Digital synthesizer/composer". Een draagbaar juweeltje uit 1988 met ingebouwd tapedeck voor audio en data. Bezoek ook eens ons forum: www.retroforum.nl en meld je aan!"

KORG Polysix "Rainy Mood"

KORG Polysix "Rainy Mood" by RetroSound II
"(c) vintage synth demo track by RetroSound

all sounds self-programmed: KORG Polysix (1982)
recording: multi-track without Midi"

via Marko Ettlich on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

Aliens Project Close-Up of the Week #25 Chamber of Sounds Jupiter III

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SH-1000 internal - Inside a Roland SH-1000

flickr By Equaliser

"Extra complicated because it includes a Kenton CV/gate mod, currently broken (possibly stuffed optoisolator)"

wires

Sympleseq

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"Still a work in progess... Dead simple 4017-based dual 8 step sequencer"

Daniel Bachman - Oh be joyful

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"you can order here: Order here"

Korg MS20, radio & wildflowers.

JD-990: Super JD Ringer - iControlMIDI for iPad Audio Demo

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"We are using a 4 Tones Patch with Ring Modulation, but not using all Tones at the same time. Tone A is Wave 195: Loop 4, Tone B is Wave 10: Pulse Mod, Tone C is Wave 144: Syn Vox 2, Tone D is Wave 3: FAT Saw.

In the first part, only Tone B and D can be heard, then we are using iControlMIDI to fade-in Tone A TVA Level which makes the Ring Modulation effect kicks in.
In the second part, we are using iControlMIDI to fade-out Tone A TVA Level and Unmute Tone C.

In the third part, we are using iControlMIDI to change Tone C pitch one semitone at a time, creating a glissando effect.
In the fourth and last part, we are using iControlMIDI to fade-in and fade-out Tone A TVA Level.

There is a very short software delay, software chorus and a high-end hardware reverb."

iTunes:

iJD-990 - iControlMIDI
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