MATRIXSYNTH: Saturday, January 19, 2013

Saturday, January 19, 2013

Serge Workshop Info

Published on Jan 19, 2013 Dmitri SFC·74 videos

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::vtol:: mod.tot.em from ::vtol:: on Vimeo.

"mod.tot.em is an interactive robot totem (modem) that accepts metal objects as offerings, which wake him up from the hibernation mode. It comes out from sleep to show you some audiovisual transmutations.

If you will leave mod.tot.em your e-mail to join god.spam.program, it will spam you with glitch visuals, sounds and texts.

Inspired by Hindu milk miracle

special for "Mythology online" WEB 2.0 art exhibition

2012

http://vtol.tk"

NAMM 2013: New Enclave Eurorack Cases

"See them in person at this years NAMM Show Jan 24-27 at the Analogue Haven Booth 1170

Enclave Eurorack Cases are the highest quality build and design aesthetic for a wide range of budgets. Whether you are just starting out with your first 3U Boat, or a Skiff for your performance modules -- or if you are simply ready to expand to a second row of modules or are in need of a studio solution to house your modulars with a touch of class -- the Media Decor Enclave series has you covered.

About the Designer:
Jonathan Graham, President of Media Décor, is well known for his highest quality designs and innovative products in the A/V industry. He holds multiple design patents. Recently he was asked to design and build high end elegant enclosures for the Synth Industry. After consulting with many end users, he designed and produced the new Enclave Series. These studio modules are ergonomically a joy to use and look at. Most units are solid Honduras mahogany and finished with 6 coats of hand rubbed lacquer. He looks forward to Media Décor’s entry into this exciting and rapidly growing industry.

About the Company:
Florida-based Media Decor, LLC was founded in 2003 to fulfill elegant designer-level solutions for today’s entertainment systems. Its team of expert and inspired technicians, interior designers and structural craftsmen collaborate to create and deliver the world’s most compelling, beautiful and customized entertainment environments. The production facility is fully climate controlled and capable of large production runs.

Website:
mediadecor.com/enclave"

Improvisation d'Hiver I - Synthesis in the Classroom

Published on Jan 18, 2013 RADIOKLOW·78 videos

"Improvisation of the 11th january 2013 for Little Phatty and Snow Virus played simultaneously through the Little Phatty's keyboard. Film and recording on camera by Nathan Nadal"

Improvisation d'Hiver II

Published on Jan 19, 2013

"Second Improvisation performed the 11th of January 2013, on Little Phatty and Snow Virus, played simultaneously through the Little Phatty's keyboard. Film and recording by Nathan Nadal."

Per the site guidelines, you need to be able to differentiate between the synths in any given post. The idea is you can get a feel for the synth/s featured. In this case it's not as clear what synth is producing each sound, but I thought I'd post it for the unique context. This performance is actually a lecture at a high school in France. It's great to know that students are being exposed to synthesis and the more abstract sonic soundscapes they are capable of.

Via Marc-Henri: "Winter Improvisation I and II are two pieces of music performed live for those of my students who attend the course of Philosophy and Electroacoustic music at "Lycée Edouard Herriot of Lyon". I created this course two years ago with the agreement of the Principal of Lycée Edouard Herriot and the Board of education of Lyon. It takes place among a program of education and culture in which i am absolutely free ti create and test new methods of teaching to transmit the taste for culture to youth. The course is also connected with the Museum of Fine Art of Lyon in which I will give a performance of electroacoustic music and poetry in march 2013.

The pieces of music presented here consist in two improvisations performed friday the 11th of january 2013. I wanted to introduce them to the question of improvisation because we plan for may a performance with a video, a recorded collective piece in which they will take the main part and simultaneously a live improvisation on this canvas. Thus, to give them an example of this kind of thing, I gave them two improvisations with my Little Phatty and my Snow Virus playing simultaneously, the second being controlled by the keyboard of the first one.

In the first attempt, I improvise on part of the recording of De Haute Vallée which is played by the computer, from00:20 until 13:14. My aim was to show them how you can recreate a former composition by playing improvisations on it and it is for me a kind a variation in the same kind of spirit I use in the Hadikat Raja series, except that I simply open a live music field over the root composition and melt it with this root composition instead of changing the position of former elements, erasing some of them, developing others and creating new elements in each new piece to produce a series of work in progress as I do in the Hadikat Raja Series. The Little Phatty played solo ends this first performance from 15:46 to 16:16.

In the second improvisation, the Little Phatty play together and with no recorded part, from the first second to the end.

All sounds are mine on both instruments, as usual, and I had no rehearsal before. This was the first time I used the LP and the Snow, since a long time. Thus, the performance is absolutely improvised.
Both improvisations were shot and recorded on a camera, by one of my students, Nathan Nadal who also created the titles and effects of the first film. I created the titles of the second, adding a the end a recent painting to conclude by a still image.

I hope the quality of sound is not to poor. The filming and recording of these two improvisations had not been planned and since Nathan asked me if he could shoot them I said yes because it is a track of the work we do in this course."

Lyon, the 15th of January, 08:25 am

Yamaha RS7000, Ensoniq ESQ1 - demo "Sanford's Rust"

Published on Jan 19, 2013 Patrick Manderson·16 videos

"'I, for one, welcome our synth hacking robot overlords'

All drums and synths - Yamaha RS7000 built-in 64 voice synthesizer.
Additional synth courtesy of the Ensoniq ESQ1.
Sequencing, effects and automation using the RS7000 sequencer.
Additional compression added using Ableton Live.

The RS7000 has a bit of a lo-fi sound, which fit perfectly for this music.
Long live the ESQ1!"

"The ESQ1 plays the pad at the very beginning in the 1st 8 measures. It also plays the lead line near the end at 3:30."

Riccardo Gallio Synth Spotting

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"Access Virus TI2, Waldorf Q+ Phoenix Edition, Roland R8-MKII, Moog Voyager XL, Roland V-Synth GT, Yamaha DX7II FD, Nord Wave and Roland JX10+PG800."

Doepfer Dark Time Sequencer - Blue LED - Custom Sides

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Korg MS-20 Analog Synthesizer SN 143475

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"Korg MS-20 Synthesizer with the earlier, grittier Korg-35 filter (check the MS-20 Wikipedia entry, if you're unaware of the difference!)..."

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Vermona Perfourmer mkII Mono Poly Polyphonic Analog Synth

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Novation K Station Factory Sound Demos

Novation K Station Factory Sound Demo 1

Published on Jan 19, 2013 alexnova85·14 videos

Novation K Station Factory Sound Demo 2

GENMDM - MIDI interface for the SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive

Published on Jan 19, 2013 eptheca·6 videos

"First go with my new GENMDM, MIDI interface for the SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive by little-scale
http://little-scale.com/
http://little-scale.blogspot.com

I love it!
I have to learn more about FM synthesis, but with all the Max 4 Live patches he's made it's very user friendly.
I knew I would find a new use for my 32 knob custom MIDI controller
On my moded SEGA MD V1 with discrete YAMAHA YM2612 chip it sounds, yes MEGA :)"

Filthy Pittsburgh Modular

Published on Jan 19, 2013 vcs3dreams·125 videos

"please listen with head phones or external speakers"

NAMM 2013: Pittsburgh Modular Announces Avalanche of New Products

New self contained systems and cases from Pittsburg Modular. This could be a sign of what's to come. One of the psychological barriers in getting into modulars has been where to start and how to put everything together. Mini systems like this not only break that barrier but can be more portable and configurable in the studio. They can also lead to easier integration with non-eurorack formats. It's an interesting thing when you think about it. Getting an empty case and filling it up can be fun, but psychologically it can lock you into a format. When you look at these systems, you in essence see individual desktop synths that happen to be modular, inviting you to integrate them with other formats of gear, not just modular. Update: If you are heading to NAMM you'll find them at Hall A Booth 6005.

"The Cell[48] Modular Synthesizer System is an expandable, eurorack, small format modular broken into three separate systems. The Cell[48] System 1 is a complete single voice, analog synthesizer and a great entry point into modular synthesis. The Cell [48] System 2 is a signal manipulation powerhouse. A modular multi-effects processor packed with all the tools needed to sculpt audio and twist control voltage signals. The Cell [48] System 3 is an experimental analog modular synthesizer perfect for generating evolving textures and complex soundscapes. System 1, 2, and 3 are sold separately or together as a complete system.

Cell[48] System 1 MSRP: $599
Cell[48] System 2 MSRP: $699
Cell[48] System 3 MSRP: $799
Cell[48] Complete System MSRP: $2099 Available: March"

"Using the Synthesizer Block module as it's centerpiece, the System 1 contains all of the most important components of a modular synthesizer. Connected internally, the Cell[48] System 1 is hardwired to create a complete monophonic synthesizer without needing to add patch cables..."

"The Cell[90] Foundation Desktop Synthesizer is our flagship product. The Foundaton 2.0 has been transplanted from the road case to a sleek Pittsburgh Modular Cell[90] desktop case allowing the Foundation to feel more at home in the studio. A Toolbox module has also been added to the Cell[90] Foundation Desktop as standard equipment. The Cell[90] Foundation Desktop Expander is a new system designed to compliment the Foundation with increased modulation, sound sources, effects modules and a lot more. The Expander adds an astounding set of new of possibilities to the Foundation Desktop.

Cell[90] Foundation Desktop MSRP: $1699
Cell[90] Foundation Desktop Expander MSRP: $1399
Cell[90] Foundation Desktop Complete MSRP: $3099
Available: March"

"The Pittsburgh Modular Cell[48] and Cell[90] are expandable, desktop eurorack cases with an included power supply. A custom designed, heavy duty steel frame matched with replaceable Pennsylvania cherry hardwood sides. The desktop cases are available in single and double row configurations. Frames and wood sides are available separately to allow for easy expandability and customizing.

Cell[48] Case and Power Supply MSRP: $129
Cell[90] Case and Power Supply MSRP: $199
Single Row Cell Hardwood End Cap Set: $29
Double Row Cell Hardwood End Cap Set: $49
Available: March"

NAMM 2013: Moon Modular @Winter NAMM 2013

Published on Jan 19, 2013 moonmodular·57 videos

"Meet us again @Winter NAMM 2013. See and hear the unexpected new Moon Modular, discuse with Gert Jalass and JLR.

Hall A - booth 6005."

NAMM 2013: KOMA Elektronik announces the RH-301 Rhythm and Utility Pedal!

Published on Jan 19, 2013 KOMA Elektronik·36 videos

"KOMA Elektronik announces the RH-301 Rhythm and Utility Pedal!
New pedal features master clock with tap tempo, versatile LFO, envelope generator, MIDI and 14-point CV patch bay.

Berlin based musical instruments manufacturer KOMA Elektronik are very happy to announce a brand new pedal: the KOMA RH-301 Rhythm Workstation / Utility Tool! The RH-301 is KOMA Elektronik's solution for a problem many musicians are struggling with: analog and digital equipment that needs to run side by side in sync without running out of control, which is not always an easy task! That is why KOMA decided to build a 'Master Sync Station' that helps electronic musicians get the most out of their equipment by properly syncing (a large amount of) devices in many different ways and add some cool tricks along the way...

Master Clock
The beating heart of the pedal is the master clock, of which the tempo can be set by turning the tempo knob, by tapping a tempo on the tap button, by syncing it to MIDI or to an external CV clock signal. Besides the normal clock output the user can also divide the signal with the Divisions knob and send a faster or slower clock signal via the two Division Outputs. The generated clock signals can be passed on via CV with the two Clock Outputs, two Division Outputs or via the MIDI Output. An incoming MIDI signal can also be passed through via the MIDI Through and Out jacks.
LFO
The second feature of the RH-301 is the LFO, which can be synced to the master clock or run freely from 0,25 Hz to 260 Hz in five different shapes: sine, triangle, square, S&H and noise. This means the pedal can also be used as an oscillator, when the user turns the LFO up into the audible ranges. When the LFO is in Sync-Mode the user can choose the same divisions as the divisions of the master clock. The LFO has two separate outputs on the patch bay: LFO Out and LFO Inverted Out. All the features of the LFO are also controllable via control voltage, the pedal boasts CV inputs for LFO Speed, LFO Reset and LFO Symmetry.
Envelope Generator
The third feature of the pedal is an Envelope Generator that can be easily synced to the master clock as, or run in loop mode. Besides the normal controls for Attack, Decay, Sustain and Release the pedal comes with a Range knob to set the range of the envelopes created. The Envelope Generator comes with a normal Envelope Output, but also an Inverted Output. The Envelope Generator can be triggered by an external Gate CV Source through the Envelope Gate Input.
Besides all these features, the RH-301 also comes with a built-in KOMA Elektronik sensor, which has a separate CV Output on the patch bay as well.. Plenty of functions to get creative with, because no matter what your setup is, digital or analog or all mised together, if you use a Modular synthesizer, DAW, drum computer, synthesizer or KOMA's own BD-101 and FT-201 effect pedals, the RH-301 is a effective tool to make sure they all walk in line!

The RH-301 will be on display and ready for testing at NAMM'13 at booths 1170 in Hall E (Analogue Haven) and 6735 in Hall A (Big City Music).

MRSP: To Be Announced! The RH-301 will be available in the beginning of Q2 of 2013 at KOMA Elektronik dealers worldwide and directly from KOMA Elektronik's webstore at www.koma-elektronik.com."

Buchla 208 + 223e

Published on Jan 19, 2013 Roman Filippov·14 videos

"Pure 208, only 4th part has some outboard delay.
Reverberation - 208's spring reverb."

what's it look like

Published on Jan 19, 2013 Todd Barton·72 videos

"I was about to take this patch apart when someone asked "what's it look like". So here it is. For much better audio go to: http://soundcloud.com/user7621213/buchla-explore-1-18-13-2"

Studio electronics Omega 2

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"This Omega 2 SC is the most affordable Studio electronics Omega model. It's a duophonic synthetizer. You can either play two notes at a time, either play in unisson to get a huge sound, split the keyboard with 2 different sounds or stack 2 different sounds (thus, in this last case, play monophonic). An analog synth that can rival this synth is probably another Omega with more voices.
Specifications & Options

Except the number of voices and the memory (this synth offers 128 Multimode patches and 256 Factory Presets), full specification of this synth is available at SE web site.

This synthesizer comes with three voltage controlled discrete analog filters: 24db (classic Moog®), 12db (classic Oberheim® - incorporates low pass, band pass, high pass and band reject modes) and classic Roland® 303. Each voice can access all 3 filters.

This Omega is fitted with a "Fuzz" circuit for amp overdrive and saturation, switchable on voice 1 only, or on both voices (see the video demo I recently recorded and uploaded to YouTube : "Omega 2 overdrive demo").

This "Fuzz" circuit is a genuine Studio electronics circuit. Only available as an option for the CODE serie, this option makes this synth unique. The power switch, on the front panel has been moved to the back, close to the power socket, and replaced by a 3 positions overdrive switch."

Optical synth + korg Emx + Kaoss pad

Published on Jan 19, 2013 Gavin Howe·3 videos

"Made my first "synth theremin" yesterday, sending it through the audio in+comb on the emx with flanger pitch shift (-12) and some short delay, then into kp3 for stereo delay, just playing around with different capacitors and korg effects. All sounds originate from the optical synth.

enjoy:)"

Some interesting textures in this one via Gavin Howe on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge.

DS-8 Drum Synth x4

Published on Jan 19, 2013 synthrotek·81 videos

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MOOG TOXIC Little Phatty Stage II

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"This custom Moog Little Phatty Stage II is known as the Toxic Phatty. The Toxic Phatty features a green back and green and white LEDs. The LEDs in the Mod and Pitch Wheels also flash in sync with the LFO. The Moog Toxic Phatty also comes with a USB Flash Drive that includes 65 Toxic Presets made by Toxic Artists Rob P. and John B. Crazy Dave's Music is offering the Toxic Phatty with a FREE Noise Kitten Sound Labs PC-1. The PC-1 is photo eye that creates control voltage, so plugging it into any of the CV's on the Phatty allow you to control that parameter with a light source, or waving your hand in front of that light source.
There were only 30 Moog Toxic Phatty's made and each one is individually numbered. Get yours while they last!!"

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Vermona DRM1 MK3 Analog Drum Synthesizer

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Vermona Perfourmer mkII

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Vintage Moog Prodigy Analog Mono Synth SN 1625

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Copper Pad Synthesizer 22

Published on Jan 19, 2013 synthesizercz·7 videos

"1 oscillator, 1 wave shaper, 1 LFO and 4 copper pads to control the pitch of the oscillator and the amount of the wave shaper."

Serge TWS.... Its like taking your oscillator and filtering it through a lava lamp.

Published on Jan 19, 2013 Dmitri SFC·73 videos

Sonuus G2M app

Published on Jan 19, 2013 Trassman27·17 videos

iTunes:
Sonuus G2M - Universal Guitar to MIDI Converter - Sonuus
NLogSynth PRO - tempo rubato
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Exclusively Analogue - Aviator doing Lucky Man & More

"This sound file has The Aviator synthesizer doing the lead synth solo that Keith Emerson did in Lucky Man. It starts with a 24 dB Low Pass filter before adding a VCF2 in Multi-Mode as an additional output to change the sound."

"Another sound test with The Aviator synthesizer. This one is based on the track "Greece 2000" and starts with a 24 dB Low Pass filter before switching to a 12dB Multimode filter."

"This sound file is based on the intro beat from the Swedish House Mafia track "Greyhound". It uses the Exclusively Analogue Aviator synthesizer with the 24 dB Low Pass filter before switching to a 12 dB Multimode filter and demonstrating Low Pass through to High Pass."

More information The Aviator can be found at www.exclusivelyanalogue.com

"The Challenge" by TSF

Published on Jan 18, 2013 TheSynthFreq·187 videos

"Hi everyone! :)
Hope the new year of 2013 is awesomely synthy!!

Please enjoy!"

Yamaha Motif 6, Roland D-50, JV-880 and EMX-1.