"The C103 Frequency Multiplier / Divider includes two frequency dividers and two frequency multipliers, that generates four new signals which frequencies are one / two octaves higher / lower than the original signal.
The module includes a built-in three channel mixer with to inputs per channel. The first channel makes possible to the user to select between the original signal from the divider and from the multiplier. In the second channel the user can choose between the signal divided or multiplied by two. In the third channel the options are, the signal divided or multiplied by four. With this set-up up to eight different mixer options are possible which creates a wide range of sonic possibilities."
Update via Dick in the comments: "Ray [Wilson] has just released the pcb's for the updated version of this - the Variclock 16 step sequencer adds an step duration knob (1-16) for each individual step. check the mfos site for the video "
"I'm going to be doing the last performance of the summer at SPIN nightclub in San Diego on Aug 4th. A pounding 136bpm Acid Techno stomper of a set, with psychodelic accents, vocal samples from Katy Rokit and some of my favorite vinyl, and a whole lot more. The set is about 1.5 hours at this point, using only the machinedrum, octatrack and a 303 with some Boss pedals. No loops.. this is a pure live hardware performance. The next time I'm likely to play out is when @DanielTroberg comes out from Sweden again. Then we are going back to back, battle style! I'll update you with a recording after the show! -shagghie / highsage"
"4ms Peg Analogue Systems 2xRS 110 2xCyndustries Eurorack Zero Oscillator ( Maestro carrier in & input) Doepfer A 143-2 A149 & 4xA 134 pan by Moog MP 201 Maestro Ringmodulator Make Noise Maths Moddemix QMMG Wogglebug Serge VCS Toppobrillo Quantimator Sportmodulator TWF Logic Master Clock via Kenton Pro 2000 II and 2x 4ms RCD"
Tutors: Alain Bellet, Gael Hugo, Christophe Guignard ECAL / University of Art and Design, Lausanne Switzerland Bachelor Media & Interaction Design www.ecal.ch + vimeo.com/channels/ecalmid
During the first half of 3rd year at ECAL, I made an installation project based on the visualization of sound. I am interested in how the spectator is immersed in the interactive piece in the presence of this element. I decided to continue my research on the themes of sound and atmosphere.
Sona is an experimental game on iPad inspired by the classic "Simon game." The universe is composed of enigmatic sound paintings that the spectator must solve through simple interactions. The game is played with headphones to focus attention on the sound.
This project allowed me to study in detail the acoustic phenomena and how we store and perceive sounds. The immersion and sound have become essential elements for me in an interactive project.
"The Wavetek 132 is a 1980's vintage test oscillator featuring voltage control (not 1V/Octave!), 3 waveforms, and digital and analogue noise generators that create "pseudo random" patterns, selectable via front panel switches. The extensive controls allow one to "play" the oscillator live. In this piece, I've used a General Radio sine wave oscillator to modulate the Wavetek, fed the signal to a Synthesizers.com mulit-mode filter, then through a Lexicon reverb. For the last third of the piece, I swapped the modulation source to a Doepfer MAQ16/3 sequencer.
Top: "Terry Pender of the Computer Music Center at Columbia University with a selection of Buchla 100, 200, Bode frequency shifter prototypes and a Serge system." Bottom: "Terry Pender of the Computer Music Center at Columbia University with a prototype Buchla Voltage Controlled Filter."
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"Roland MV-30 Sequencer Synthesizer. This is an interesting desktop unit with a nice sequencer. The synth engine is in the U110/U220 style, but with the addition of a TVF filter. You can even use U110 PCM expansion cards, as well as the Roland D70 cards."
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"Superb condition Roland MC-202 Microcomposer with optional carry bag and original Data cassette. Sounds fantastic and works perfectly. No scratchy pots, no scratches, clean battery compartment. clean keys. As good as they come. With the optional Roland 202 carry bag and the original data cassette, both in A1 condition."
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"Includes 40 SDS Drum EPROMs, for SDS-1, SDS-7, SDS-9
Up for auction is a black vintage Simmons SDS-1 EPROM-based electronic drum pad in perfect operating condition, including 40 different EPROMs compatible with Simmons SDS-1, SDS-7, and SDS-9 drum synths.
The Simmons SDS-1 is a single voice drum synth that uses 8k or 16k EPROMs. The drum synth can be triggered by hitting the drum pad or via an external trigger input. There is a modulation section on the drum synth that allows you to set the pitch and pitch bend direction, then a separate runtime generator allows you to dial in a random pitch generator that can range from subtle to extreme. Please check out my link below to some MP3s I made with the SDS1 drum synth.
The Simmons SDS EPROM drum pad is confirmed 100% working, ZIF, LED, external trigger, output, and knobs are all functioning properly. All 40 drum sound EPROMs included with this auction have been verified and are also confirmed working."
"A tutorial video demonstrating basic drum programming in MicroTrack dB iOS.
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MicroTrack dB is a music making app for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. Available now on the app store. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/microtrack-db/id545192575?mt=8
Rated #1 music app on Samsung bada.
Please let us know what you think and comment on any features you'd like to see included or improved in the app!
For more info, visit: http://bangmeansdoit.co.uk
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"I think I seriously started collecting synths in the early 90's. And then, having run out of space, I stopped. I realized, the only keyboards worth owning were the one's that would be useful to my music making process, and that is still true today. I try to incorporate as many different synths as possible into my music, rather than favor one particular keyboard over another."
"Dave Smith Instruments is just a week away from introducing DSI's new Mopho x4 synthesizer keyboard to the world. This new synth is polyphonic Mopho keyboard! The Mopho x4 is the newest addition to DSI's revered line of analog subtractive synthesizers. Building upon the same award winning voice architecture of the Mopho and Mopho Keyboard, the Mopho x4 boasts huge sound and 4 voice polyphony in an ideally sized, portable, and elegantly designed package. Use it to create huge unison basses, creamy leads, maniacal sequences, and ethereal pads. The Mopho x4 is sure to satisfy all your polyphonic analog synthesis needs.
4 times the voice 4 your pleasure
Each of Mopho x4's four voices is composed of two analog oscillators, two sub octave generators, selectable 2- or 4-pole famed Curtis low-pass filter, three 5-stage envelope generators, four LFOs, a re-latchable arpeggiator, and a 16 x 4 step sequencer. Its voice also comes packed with 20 modulation sources and almost 50 destinations!
You can FM the filter to create metallic bell-like sounds and use the feedback path to add subtle or destructive harmonic content to your sound. Mopho x4's 100% analog signal path is powerful, monstrous, and sonically dynamic!
Work less, play more
Mopho x4 is intuitive and inviting. Every parameter is fully programmable and editable from the front panel. The controls are logically laid out, lending themselves to quick access so you can tweak knobs without missing a beat.
The x4's full sized 44-note semi-weighted keyboard has aftertouch and velocity sensitivity. The sturdy full sized pitch and mod wheels are freely assignable and sport smooth reliable action.
It grows with you
Expand Mopho x4's polyphony using its Poly Chain port. Mopho, Tetra, and Prophet '08 can all be connected to the x4 to increase its voice count. You can Poly Chain up to three Tetras with Mopho x4 to create a 16 voice analog super synth!
The Mopho x4!
Dave Smith Instruments is the only company pioneering and producing fully programmable polyphonic analog synthesizers. In fact Dave's been at it for 35 years!
Designed and manufactured in San Francisco, Mopho x4 has the high quality sound and build for which DSI is renowned. From its feature packed analog voices and unmatched sonic versatility to its refined design and engaging interface, you won't find a polyphonic analog synthesizer like this anywhere else.
"It's a polyphonic Mopho keyboard! Mopho x4 is the newest addition to DSI's revered line of analog subtractive synthesizers. Building upon the same award winning voice architecture of the Mopho and Mopho Keyboard, the Mopho x4 boasts huge sound and 4 voice polyphony in an ideally sized, portable, and elegantly designed package. Use it to create huge unison basses, creamy leads, maniacal sequences, and ethereal pads. 4 times the voice 4 your pleasure Each of Mopho x4's four voices is composed of two analog oscillators, two sub octave generators, selectable 2- or 4-pole famed Curtis low-pass filter, three 5-stage envelope generators, four LFOs, a re-latchable arpeggiator, and a 16 x 4 step sequencer. Its voice also comes packed with 20 modulation sources and almost 50 destinations! FM the filter to create metallic bell-like sounds and use the feedback path to add subtle or destructive harmonic content to your sound. Mopho x4's 100% analog signal path is powerful, monstrous, and sonically dynamic! Work less, play more Mopho x4 is intuitive and inviting. Every parameter is fully programmable and editable from the front panel. The controls are logically laid out, lending themselves to quick access so you can tweak knobs without missing a beat. The x4's full sized 44-note semi-weighted keyboard has aftertouch and velocity sensitivity. The sturdy full sized pitch and mod wheels are freely assignable and sport smooth reliable action. It grows with you Expand Mopho x4's polyphony using it's Poly Chain port. Mopho, Tetra, and Prophet '08 can all be connected to the x4 to increase its voice count. You can Poly Chain up to three Tetras with Mopho x4 to create a 16 voice analog super synth! The Mopho x4! Dave Smith Instruments is the only company pioneering and producing fully programmable polyphonic analog synthesizers. In fact Dave's been at it for 35 years! Designed and manufactured in San Francisco, Mopho x4 has the high quality sound and build for which DSI is renowned. From its feature packed analog voices and unmatched sonic versatility to its refined design and engaging interface, you won't find a polyphonic analog synthesizer like this anywhere else." http://www.davesmithinstruments.com/
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"Custom Doepfer A-100 Eurorack 4 x 3U Modular Synth. Customized to be used both as a synth and a sound design system, this modular is loaded with the best sounding synth and sound manipulation modules. Everything is in pristine condition cosmetically and functionally.
"Added eproms so you can switch between R-50, R-50e or R-100 sounds. Added pitch control and 3 6 position rotary switches to control the bends. Also a switch on the side so you can switch between R-50 operating system or the R-50e one. Great info at burnkit2600 as ever for this one!"
"The electro-music festival, known as the "Woodstock of electronic music," is the world's premiere event for experimental electronic music. Now in it's eighth year, this year's gathering features three mind-bending days of innovative electronic music concerts, seminars, workshops, demonstrations, jam sessions, video art, a laptop battle, and a swap-meet. Action starts at 1pm on Friday, September 7 and runs until midnight on September 9. Musical activities will be running continuously throughout the three days of the festival.
electro-music 2012 takes place at the Greenkill Retreat Center in Huguenot, New York. On-site lodging and meals are available. Tickets range from $35 for a single day to $385 for a 3-day pass including meals and lodging.
More information, including a complete schedule of events can be found on the web site at: http://event.electro-music.com/ You may also contact us at event@electro-music.com
A wide variety of instruments and musical styles will be represented, ranging from theremin to analog modular synthesizers to home made devices, from classic space music and ambient to abstract electronica, glitch, electro-pop and beat-oriented music.
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"Electronic Music Box (or just EMB) is my Buchla-inspired performance synthesizer. This project started when I wanted to give a new life to my old trusted Oakley VCO's. They are a kind of MOOGish design so here MOOG shakes hand with Buchla. Here below is a diagram of EMB's sound-generation arrangement. VCO1's triangle output is routed to Ian Fritz's Double Pulse Generator (DPG). DPG gives the usual PW and PWM but also Pulse Timbre and Pulse Timbre Modulation. VCO1 triangle and square outputs are routed to Bergfotron's Complex VCO Waveshaper that creates SIN, TRI, 2F SAW, EVEN and SPIKE waveforms. Oakley VCO's sine-output was not so perfect (these are older versions). It was more like filtered triangle-wave. Complex VCO Waveshaper gives a perfect sine-wave. Electric Druid's Noise Source generates white and pink noise. Noise outputs are also on frontpanel jacks so it is possible to modulate something with noise..."
"The LushOne is a patchable synthesizer that provides a first step in the wonderful world of modular synthesizers. For more details see lushprojects.com/lushone"
"LushOne features:
Modules connected by patch leads (3 leads included in kit) to allow many combinations and to allow interconnect of external modules Dual digital oscillators with five wave shapes to provide stable tuning and a range of Low Frequency Oscillator (LFO) effects Analog voltage controlled low pass filter with cut-off and resonance controls to create classic synth sounds MIDI DIN input to oscillators to allow LushOne to be played from commonly available keyboards and computer controllers Analog control voltage inputs to filter and oscillators to support alternative controllers and crazy external effects Single board design including all controls and connectors (except power-in) providing straightforward construction and neat presentation. The LushOne can easily be incorporated in to a "project box" case. Detailed illustrated and video tutorials that introduce all the key features and show how the different modules work and how to get the full range of sounds. Open-source access to schematic and software
The LushOne is straightforward to build but it does have quite a high component count. It is recommended that you have some experience in building electronics before starting on this kit."
"Celebrating the 15th anniversary of the their award winning Virus synthesizers, Access Music announced a special promotion for owners of legacy Viruses.
Owners can upgrade from any Pre-Virus TI, Virus for PowerCore or Pro Tools TDM to the latest and greatest and save up to $250. The best part is that those who participate don’t have to part with their legacy model, they can keep it! The worldwide promotion is valid from 1.August 2012 through 31.October 2012. Units purchased from authorized dealers or the Access online store are eligible.
"Following the style of the famous Stylophone. BeatsnBobs present the Synthophone (previously named Synthiphone), a mono synth for iPhone and iPad with extra modulation controls. Designed with a classic 60s wooden case. Change the wave from classic sawtooth to square and triangle Adjust the amplitude envelope attack and release Adjust the key with transpose control Adjust the vibrato depth and speed Plus a bender as fun bonus item which probably wont be used much but it looks cool
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"This one is in beautiful cosmetic condition and working 100%. It has just come back from being serviced and with some restoration. It's likely the nicest Rhodes Chroma for sale anywhere. It is ready to be played and needs nothing. As the title says, this one has the CPU Plus (CC+ Midi upgrade.) In addition, it also has the newer, better power supply (SPSU kit) by Luca Sfregola. It will come with two pedals, two manuals, the Midi box, and a newly foamed road case made for this unit when it was originally purchased..."
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"Early Arp analog synth dated 10/07/75. Excellent all around condition. Recently serviced (see photo of repair receipt) Still has it's original warranty card, and comes with a home-made wooden case."
Getting the computer out of my live sound was the best thing that ever happened to me. When I work with the modular synthesizer, I feel like I have a piece of clay in my hands which I can squeeze in any direction I choose. This short improvisation was made during filming of a documentary on sound artists in several European cities by London College of Communication students Dann Linn and Marianna Sangita.
You might remember the MIDIPal originally announced here back on January 10th 2012, and mentioned in this interview with Mutable Instruments Olivier Gillet back on September 10, 2011. It is now available on the Mutable Instruments website here. "The MIDIpal is a small and smart MIDI processor. Insert it between a MIDI keyboard (or sequencer) and a MIDI sound module to unleash powerful compositional aids and effects..."
A video featuring the Shruthi-1 in composer/pianist Frank Herrgott's home studio. Frank composed the track and we had a blast "shruthifying it" by recording all elements with (or through) the Shruthi-1. The main protagonists are 3 SMR4 Shruthi-1s and EHX boxes, with help from:
* A CEM3379 Shruthi-1 (kick) * A Fender Rhodes processed through a Shruthi-1 filter + tremolo combo * A Solina clone from Hohner through a Shruthi-1 auto sweep * Two tracks of guitar... sent through a Shruthi-1 wah + tremolo program
Vocals are the only elements not going through the Shruthi-1 - they have been processed by a software vocoder / voice transformer.
I find that the feedback used in place of the actual filter resonance to be better than 24db filter resonance when used in series. Used the 12db filter inline with the 24db to overdrive it, with and without feedback. Keep the ENV3 (Amp/VCA) level low under 80, I used 56 here, and the level knob on the far right under 80 as well. Gets rid of that harsh sound, especially as resonance is cranked up.
A6 doesn't have much head room compared to the discrete designs it was based on - even then when low levels are used, the noise isn't a problem, no worst than a JP8 for example, your just clipping it less :)"
"Texas Instruments Speak & Read circuit bent to the max by A.S.M.O.
Pitch + CV input Short loop + loop advance Long loop + loop advance Long loop randomize Glitch x 3 Distortion push button Distortion / loop glitch Tone x 2 with volume controls + on/off push button Voltage death / ring mod effect Distortion / loop glitch Blue LED 1/4 audio out jack"
"Sometimes I wanna do bad things to small lap top speakers. Todays piece is an exploration of random note sequencing courtesy of the Doepfer A-149-1 "Source of Uncertainty" clone module. Running this into the A-106-5 SEM filter creates some interesting rhythmic effects. I drove the tape into saturation on purpose. Noodles!"
YouTube Published on Aug 1, 2012 by CakewalkSoftware
"More info http://www.cakewalk.com/Products/Z3TA/ The legendary wave-shaping synth Z3ta+ returns and is now available for the first time for Mac as well as PC."
"the soundtrack combines noises from the wokingprocess in the "wabi sabi atelier" next to vienna with the electronic music of martin kratochwil. we were building some strange sculptures, useing driftwood, cardboards, boxes, music tapes and some other rotten materials. more info: http://wabi-sabi-pavillion.blogspot.co.at/ by max lorenz and martin kratochwil"
"Buchla 100 Series: Model 196 Phase Shifter + Model 194 Bandpass Filter + Quad Lopass Gates + Jason R. Butcher VCBM Balanced Modulator + Modcan 59a Delay (DIY Buchla format delay) + 258v Dual Oscillator...... and a few other modules. All come together for "Buchla Phased and Balanced".
The 196 on it's own is almost not even noticeable. It takes some creative mixing/patching to pull out that deep phase shifter effect - via feedback loops and LPG's opening and closing the animated sound."
"2012 Decibel Festival Full Lineup - 30+ new performers added!
30+ performers have been added to the 2012 9th Annual Decibel International Festival including the legendary DJ Shadow, MiMOSA, Tycho, Star Slinger, Tipper, Dam-Funk, Clark, Jimmy Edgar, Sepalcure, Public Lover, Machinedrum, George FitzGerald, Peter Van Hoesen, Objekt, Braille, Jeff Samuel, Groudislava, Eprom, AntiVJ, B.Bravo, Keyboard Kid and more.
Previously announced headliners for this trend-setting festival, known as the SXSW of electronic music, include Orbital, The Cannabinoids featuring Erykah Badu, Kimbra, Carl Craig, Shpongle, Matthew Dear, Ariel Pink and Star Slinger. See lineup of over 130 artists on flyer below or artist bios on the festival website. STILL more to be announced.
ABOUT DECIBEL FESTIVAL Decibel Festival is an annual Seattle festival of electronic music, performance, visual art and new media. Generally taking place the last week of September, it has booked over 800 artists ranging from experimental, to leading-edge electronic dance music and visual art. With a focus on live performance, interactive multimedia art, state-of-the-art sound and technology-based education, Decibel has solidified itself as one of the premier electronic music festivals and promotional organizations in the world.
For the 9th Annual Festival, Decibel expects to hit 30k attendees this year with over 130 artists from 19 different countries, plus dozens of educational speakers, making Decibel Festival an oracle for the growth of the entire international electronic music scene. The entire festival will takes place from September 26-30 at over 14 venues in Seattle, Washington.
The schedule, venues and line-up can be found below and on the Decibel website. 2nd Tier discount passes are available online and at various outlets until they sell out."
