VTA army Industrial loop

Published on May 15, 2013 1vootman·4 videos

"Using a mattson mini modular...deep bass, Mpc 2500 sampled drums running through a dsi mono evolver for efx, Jomox 888 more drums and a dsi tempest for even more drums."

Fleetwood Mac's Oberheim Four Voice Synthesizer Up for Auction?

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via the listing: "This unit was owned by Fleetwood Mac and used on the song Tusk to emulate the sound of an entire marching band. I purchased this unit in the mid 90's at a liquidation sale from the Fleetwood Mac road crew/managment team. I also bought a Roland Jupiter 8 from them. Google Christine McVie in Contemporary Keyboard Magazine and read about this unit. I will Include the anvil flight case with Fleetwood Mac logo shown in photos and also the hard to find power cord. The unit is in great shape and I have been burning it in for the past week and it is functioning well except for the programmer and Osc1 of the 4th SEM have some issues. It is still very playable and sounds wonderful. There is an external CV/Gate input on back on unit so you could integrate it in to a MIDI setup with a CV to MIDI convertor and play it from a MIDI keyboard or analog step sequencer..."

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OBERHEIM MATRIX 12

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ROLAND SH-101 with NOVAMOD

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"Features:
• VCF FM: Amazing new sounds are now added through this feature. Six FM sources are
available.

• LFO Clock Input: Syncing the Arpeggiator and LFO to external drum modules and
sequencers is now possible. As well, interesting feedback loops can be created.

• PW Modulation Source Selection: Now you can choose a pulse width source. It is
independent from the LFO’s waveform setting. OSC sources are included.

• Pulse width to near 0%: Pulse width effects are now made more extreme and powerful.

• External Audio Input: The ability to do FM of the VCF by an external audio source

• VCF CV Input: Just plug in a foot pedal or a CV from a midi converter and your SH-101
will sing!

• LFO Rate Scalar: Ever hear a bell sound out of a 101? Try this on Hi!! Want a really slow
sweep...you got it too!

• 1/4” CV/Gate In/Out Jacks..."

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Blue Lantern Modules Custom 9u Modular Synthesizer

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"This conforms to the Doepfer Standard and uses +12/-12 volts internally...

This has the following modules, starting from the top:
1. Tri Core VCLFO
2. Sir Mix Alot 6 Channel mixer
3. FM WORKHORSE VCO (Not in production -from My head stash)
4. Blue Simple Saw Core VCO with Super Saw
5. Lunar Modulation Center Tri core Buchla VCO
6. Diode Operator Station VCF
7. Cobalt Smelter Lab VCF/Ring/VCA/Noise
8. Tadpole Expansion module (16 step mute)
9. Pro DUO VCA, with LIN/EXPO selector, & Line Level Outs (Stereo)
10. ****NEW 4hp SIMPLE MIDI to CV Converter ---Due to slim size this requires Dj1000 Expert Sleepers Adapter (it cost about $10.00)
11. Black Simple ADSR
12 . Black Simple ADSR
13. Blue Dwarf Star VC Noise V2
14. 4hp Simple Comparator
15. *****New MODULE---Quad Quantizer (green color)
16. Tadpole 16 Step Sequencer..."

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Buchla 100 meets a 259

Published on Dec 6, 2013 DJjondent·213 videos

"Playing around with a 259 clone.
The Buchla 100's vintage 123 sequencer is
sending CV to the 259's mod index, pitch & timbre inputs.
Tweaking the mod index & timbre knobs produces some interesting
results.

The audio outs of the 259 are fed into a vintage 111 ring modulator.
The square wave output of the 259 is fed into a 194 filter and then
through the 190 reverb.
The 130 envelope detector is receiving a sine wave from a 158.
The CV out of the 130 is being used to modulate the first channel of the 107 voltage controller mixer"

A Buchla 100 and 259 (Part II)

Published on Dec 8, 2013 DJjondent·214 videos

"Just a few more experiments with a 259 clone to test its range of sounds.
I really love this module. Incredible OMFG sounding. It makes me wonder what a original vintage one sounds like.???
This vid is totally unedited. Recorded live & in one take.

Anyway, the Buchla 100's three rows of the 123 sequencer is
sending CV to the 259

Top row of the 123 goes to pitch,
Middle row - mod index.
Bottom row to timbre input.

Using the 114 keyboard I can step through each stage to trial the different
sounds available.
Tweaking the 123 knobs produces some very interesting results.

The audio outs of the 259 are fed into a vintage 111 ring modulator.
The 130 envelope detector is receiving a sine wave from a 158.
The CV out of the 130 is being used to modulate the first channel of the 107 voltage controlled mixer.

The link to a previous 259/100 video is here.
(I didn't like this old video personally, but it's still might have use to someone to give a
further idea what's available esp when mod is set to sub audio).
http://youtu.be/R3s0kfczRe0"

Buchla 100 meets a 259 (Part III)

Published on Dec 10, 2013 DJjondent·214 videos

"This patch is a development from the previous 259 patch.

The Buchla 100's 123 sequencer is not being used as a traditional
sequencer. In this experiment it's acting like a "preset manager"
Each of the 8 steps has its own CV & gate settings. It effect they are my 8 preset sounds for the 259.

Top row of the 123 goes to mod index.
Middle row - timbre input
Bottom row to harmonics.
The 180 attack generator is modulating a 291 filter (not visible in this video.)
And the white cord that i patch into the CV in of the modulation Osc comes from the
alternate pulse out of the 140 timing pulse generator.

The sequencer used is a J3RK Flip Flop.

Using the 114 keyboard I can step through each stage to trial the different
sounds available."

a few shots of volca #1

Published on Dec 6, 2013 Matthew Tyas·311 videos

"Live, jamming along with 3 Korg Volca's (Beat, Bass & Keys)
with an delay on the volca bass and a bit of reverb & compression on the master buss"

KORG Volcas on eBay

Buchla Modular Sounds 24

Published on Dec 6, 2013 pjoris2·116 videos

"Again something beat, bass-line, various percussion and lead."

Division 6 Morpheum Eurorack Module Spotted in the Wild

via Division 6 on Facebook

"Morpheum spotted in the wild. This may be the first actual confirmed sighting..."

Return to Sasquatch.

http://www.division-6.com

Modular Wild Presents 12 days of Modular-Day 6-Filters and FX

Published on Dec 6, 2013 Modular Wild·84 videos

"Sixth in a series of 12 videos during the month of December. Each video's music started with a different foundation of Modular Sounds. This video began as an exploration of Filters and Effects. Sound and Video by Raul Pena."

All parts here.

Nord Lead 4 4-Part Multi-Timbral Performance Synthesizer Review

Published on Dec 6, 2013 Full Compass ·936 videos

Nord Leads on eBay

http://www.fullcompass.com/product/446077.html

"With innovative performance features, advanced layering and synchronization possibilities, new filter types and on-board effects, the Nord Lead 4 is a synthesizer dream come true.

Nord Lead 4 is a 4-part multi-timbral synthesizer that sports a 2-oscillator virtual analog sound engine with 2x oversampling. In addition to the classic analog waveforms. there's a Wavetable mode with unique Formant Wavetables. Frequency Modulation and Hard/Soft sync options are available for mutilating your sound further and the True Voice Unison mode can stack up to four oscillators per voice for really thick, beefy leads and pads.

The filter section boasts Low Pass (12/24dB), High Pass, and Band Pass filters and also stunning new simulations of two transistor and diode ladder filters capturing the squeaky, dirty character of the originals. A dedicated filter overdrive can distort your sound before it passes through the effect section.

The Variation buttons let you override almost any parameter of the synthesizer, instantaneously. Ever wanted to change LFO speed, Modulation routings and reverb amount - all at once, in the middle of a sound? With the Nord Lead 4 you can. With 7 assignable variations per program Nord Lead 4 gives you creative freedom to warp and improvise your sound live, both rhythmically and sonically and thanks to the Master Clock Synchronization, it can be done in perfect sync to other layers or an external MIDI Clock.

All 4 slots have dedicated effect sections with delay, reverb, tube amp simulated overdrive, a Talk effect modeled after a vocal tract and a sample rate reducing Crush effect."

littleBits Synth Pro Station

Published on Dec 6, 2013 littleBits TV·301 videos

littleBits synth kits on eBay

"Turn your Synth Kit into a Synth Pro Station! Instructions at http://littlebits.cc/projects/synth-k...

littleBits makes an open source library of electronic modules that snap together with magnets for prototyping, learning, and fun. Find out more at littleBits.cc"

Critter and Guitari IIO Eurorack Amp & Speaker Module

"The quickest way to get sound out of your eurorack modular setup!

The IIO is an amplifier and speaker in a gold anodized panel. It provides two 1/8" inputs and volume control. It contains a 3W amp and speaker and gets pretty loud. It is cool and you can be cool too.

Turn your portable setup into a self contained sound machine, use it in a larger setup as a preview, or use it to debug complex patches.

Dimensions: 17 HP; Depth: 38mm
Power: 16 Pin polarized power connector. Requires +12V.
Shipping Weight: 1.0 lbs."

http://www.critterandguitari.com/products/iio

Rare Latronic Notron Hardware Sequencer

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"Up for sale is a very rare Latronic Notron. It is the mk 1. The toilet seat version. This item came from the UK and comes with a UK power supply. You would need to use an adaptor/transformer for your country. The Notron works..."

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Moog Prodigy Analog Synthesizer SN 6818

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Dream Scape Part 4(FULL VERSION)-Bert Anjewierden(BACK!)

Published on Dec 6, 2013 Bert Anjewierden·165 videos

Moog Voyager Old School solo.

Handmade Electronic Instruments Touch Synthesizer

Published on Dec 6, 2013 Michael Rucci·73 videos

"Experimenting with Minimal Drone, 8-Bit, and Touch Synthesizer ring modulated with an 8-Step Sequencer."

Tinysizer FM Percussion & MF104M delay [HD Quality]

Published on Dec 6, 2013 inbetweenmovements·53 videos

"FM percussion patch on the Tinysizer. Using Waveshaping + linear FM (Frequency Modulation). No filtering. Pattern made with Max for Live mono-sequencer (Ableton 9) controlled with nanoKontrol2"

Buchla Music Easel Doomsday Machine

Published on Dec 6, 2013 schokokontrol·17 videos

Arturia MicroBrute GateIn Synced

Published on Dec 6, 2013 AudioCentralMagazine·180 videos

MicroBrute's on eBay | Minibrutes on eBay

Arturia MicroBrute MIDI Synced

Xaver

Published on Dec 6, 2013 Ebotronix·874 videos

Crumar Spirit
Buchla 225e,281e,292e
Kenton Pro Solo Mk2
Maestro Ringmodulator
Moog MP201, CP251,Freqbox
MXR Phase 100
Logic kick snare
Yamaha KX 25 Arpeggio

Grayscale Eurorack Pattern Sequencer in the Works

via Wes on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

"Preview of upcoming Eurorack pattern sequencer module from Grayscale."

Update:


Grayscale sequencer module prototype from Grayscale Modular on Vimeo.

"Quick demo of the upcoming Eurorack sequencer module from Grayscale.
The module is in random mode, being clocked by the Livewire Audio Frequency Generator."

KORG Polysix "Dark Wood"

(c) vintage synthesizer demo track by RetroSound
all synthesizer sounds: KORG Polysix Analog Synthesizer (1982)
recording: multi-track
fx: delay and reverb

Buchla Modular Sounds 23

Published on Dec 6, 2013 pjoris2·115 videos

Patch 1: 00:00
Patch 2: 05:40

littleBits Keytar Project with Explanation

Published on Dec 6, 2013 littleBits TV·300 videos

littleBits synth kits on eBay

"For instructions check out http://littlebits.cc/projects/keytar

Learn more about how the individual modules in this project can be controlled and manipulated to create a wide variety of sounds! This electronic instrument uses a winning combination of Synth modules starting with a keyboard, moving through 2 oscillators, the envelope, the filter, the delay, and ending up with the speaker! Plug in to exterior speakers to rock out super loud!

littleBits makes an open source library of electronic modules that snap together with magnets for prototyping, learning, and fun. Find out more at littleBIts.cc"

Access Virus TI Snow - with extra banks

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via the listing: "I’ve recorded with it in many projects with my band, the echoing green. It has some cosmetic scuffs (pictured) but is in perfect working order - it has character. I’m also including the patch banks I’ve purchased over the years. Some amazing stuff. Includes the orginal box and materials..."

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Roland SH101 Monophonic Synthesizer with Original Box

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YAMAHA CS-10 Vintage Analog Monophonic Synthesizer w/ Hard Case SN 3901

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Roland JUNO-60 w/ Hard Case & 10th Anniversary Tag SN 253606

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KORG MEX-8000 Memory Expander for DW-8000

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Yamaha CS-30 L Legendary Analog Synthesizer

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KORG MS-20 Vintage Analogue Synthesizer

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"The MS-20 has just been serviced, calibrated and PAT-tested for electrical safety by James Walker and sounds amazing and plays wonderfully."

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Shock-HRz - Hybrid [Elektron, Korg & Akai Live Set]

Published on Dec 6, 2013 Shock-HRz·72 videos

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Read description below for equipment details!

HYBRID

Live performance by Shock-HRz

Equipment for this video:

Simone Ciacci a.k.a. "Storm 3003":
- Elektron Analog Four

Francesco Salvatici a.k.a. "4TeK":
- Korg Electribe MX

Gabriele Marini a.k.a. "ReD":
- Akai Miniak

Check Out = "ARCANE":
http://youtu.be/FHr3DPvGYOc"

Arturia Mini & Micro Brute Sequenced with an Acidlab M1AM1

Published on Dec 6, 2013 AudioCentralMagazine·177 videos

Carmel with her Doepfer Mixtur-Trautonium

via CatSynth, via William Blakeney

“Carmel, our Bengal kitty-cat with her Doepfer Mixtur-Trautonium…We have a deal that she only chews the grey cables, not the blue or the red.”

A 9 months baby play synthesizer

Published on Dec 6, 2013 Umang Tv·106 videos

And so it begins...

KRM Electronics MIDI-CV Converter Prototype Demo

Published on Nov 25, 2013 krmelectronics·10 videos

"This is a demo of my performace-oriented MIDI-CV converter. The unit shown is only a prototype. I'm planning on making a module based version, and also a small PCB suitable for retrofitting a mono-synth.

In the demo I'm using an Ensoniq SQ1 as a MIDI controller. It's not producing any sound. All of the sound comes from a Paia 9700 modular. I'm also using an Akai LPD8 to send MIDI button presses, and continuous controller messages.

My MIDI-CV converter takes the merged MIDI stream, and outputs 2 CVs and a gate to the Paia 9700.

All of the arpeggiator functions can be controlled in real time via MIDI:
- MIDI sync On/Off
- MIDI clock ratio (from whole notes, all the way to 32nd triplets)
- Speed (when not synced to MIDI)
- Gate time
- Latch On/Off
- Arpeggiator pattern (Up, Down, Up-Down, Down-Up, Repeat End Note, Random, User Defined)
- Arpeggiator octave span (1 to 5)"

Note: I created a KRM Electronics label with this post. I added the label to the other technical overview and repair videos by krmelectronics as well. Labels typically get created for new makers & manufacturers and may be applied to posts not featuring their products to give you more insight into their interests and background.

Site Tip: See the manufacturer channels at the bottom of posts for more. You can find the channel label drop down on the right of the site. Or if you know the channel you can click on any channel in a post and replace the channel with the one you want, for example: http://www.matrixsynth.com/search/label/KRM%20Electronics to http://www.matrixsynth.com/search/label/Moog.

Sequential Circuits Prophet-5 Repair - DAC Issues

Uploaded on Apr 24, 2011 krmelectronics·10 videos

"Description of a common failure mode of the Prophet 5 (the DAC and related circuits), how to diagnose it, and how to fix it."

Sequential Circuits Model 800 Sequencer Technical Overview & Demo

Uploaded on Sep 5, 2011 krmelectronics·10 videos

"Technical overview of the Sequential Circuits Model 800 Sequencer."

Sequential Circuits Model 800 Sequencer Demo

Uploaded on Sep 5, 2011

"Demo of the Sequential Circuits Model 800 Sequencer."

Arp Odyssey Repair & Tech Tips & Demo Clips

Arp Odyssey Repair & Tech Tips
Uploaded on Feb 1, 2012 krmelectronics·10 videos

"Repair and tech tips for the Arp Odyssey."

Arp Odyssey Demo Clips
Uploaded on Dec 15, 2011 krmelectronics·10 videos

"Arp Odyssey demo clips from my repair video."

Bach Two-Part Invention No. 1 - EMS Synthi - Moog Source

Uploaded on Jan 20, 2012 krmelectronics·10 videos

"Bach Two-Part Invention No. 1, played on an EMS Synthi and Moog Source. The audio was recorded directly to 1/4" tape (Revox PR99 at 15 IPS) and dubbed back into the video. The Synthi was played via a Yamaha MIDI controller, and a Paia 9700 MIDI-CV converter. The reverb is from an Alesis Midiverb II.

Since the Synthi expects 0.32 v/oct, but the Paia MIDI-CV converter output is 1 v/oct, I had to run the output of the Paia through a simple voltage divider circuit (not shown in the video) to convert it."

EMS Synthi Technical Overview, Demo Clips & More

Uploaded on Jan 29, 2012 krmelectronics·10 videos

"Technical overview of the EMS Synthi."

EMS Synthi Demo Clips

Uploaded on Jan 29, 2012 8reste·11 videos

"EMS Synthi demo clips from my technical overview video"

Interfacing 1 v/octave Equipment to the EMS Synthi

Published on May 16, 2012

"This video describes how to use a voltage divider circuit to interface the EMS Synthi to 1 v/octave equipment (like Moog, Roland, or other synthesizers). The EMS Synthi uses 0.32 v/octave, but almost all other synthesizer manufacturers use 1 v/octave."

Division 6 Jacklight

Published on Nov 30, 2013 MrSharps02·3 videos

"Division 6 Jacklight in a Pittsburgh Modular Cell 48 System 1."

http://www.division-6.com

Boards of Canada - Poppy Seed (Reprise) Cover

Published on Dec 5, 2013 MrSharps02·3 videos

"Cover of Boards of Canada's Poppy Seed (Reprise) recorded in one take on a Korg MS-20 mini, Oberheim SEM, and Pittsburgh Modular Cell 48 system. Synths were sequenced via Ableton Live, with bass recorded internally using Operator. Reverb and delay processed internally within Ableton."

1983 Kawai SX-210 German Ad

via synthmuseum.de

nonlinearcircuits Custom Case

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SoundTower iPad Editors for DSI Hardware Synths

Currently available:

Mopho Keyboard
Tetra
Mopho X4

The following is the description for the Mopho but essentially applies to the other editors as well:

"Mopho Keyboard Sound Editor provides the ultimate editing and sound development experience by displaying all Mopho Program parameters in a single, intuitive, graphical interface. The interface resembles the look and feel of the real synthesizer while streamlining your workflow and allowing you to view the complete details of any Program at a glance and to edit any parameter using your iPad. It allows you to see how the factory Programs are put together or to freely experiment to see what you can create.

Some of Mopho Keyboard Sound Editor's features include:
•Real time editing of all Mopho Keyboard parameters
•Program Bank manager
•Load/Save of Program Banks
•Transmitting and receiving of Program Bank data
•Sequencer editor
•Resizable on-screen keyboard
•Direct USB/MIDI connection with Apple iPad Camera Adapter
•Wireless connection possible using MIDI network
•Magnified editing panels

This Mopho Keyboard Sound Editor is an app for iPad only.

Dave Smith Instruments and Mopho are trademarks of Dave Smith Instruments.
Soundtower is a trademark of Soundtower Inc."

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Friday night jam : KORG Volca + MS-20 mini

Published on Dec 6, 2013 karenevil·312 videos

"Improvisation with KORG Volca and MS-20 mini."

Roland MC202 & Korg Volcas

Published on Dec 6, 2013 11brassmonkey11·15 videos

"My mate literally just got a couple of Korg Volcas today and so I snapped a couple minutes on my phone of attempting to sync (successfully) by CV.

This really doesn't do the sound justice. Soon going to re-record it properly when more time available.

And wow I'm a SH101 / MC202 convert, 'Ze Baaaase!'"

KORG Volcas on eBay

DDFX new-old reverb program

Published on Dec 6, 2013 Alex Pleninger·34 videos

"i wanna hope it sounds in sort of "vintage" manner :)
a bit noisy but charming, imo
osc from our 208"

DDFX Square-Core Oscillator

Published on Dec 6, 2013

Note: I created a DDFX channel for these. See the link directly below this post. The Alex Pleninger link will remain and will include his other work.

drum

Published on Dec 6, 2013 cirtcele·106 videos

Moog Voyager pot mapping

Experamental Synthesis Published on Dec 5, 2013 william SHIRNBERG·27 videos

"Pot mapping the Moog Voyager"

Published on Dec 6, 2013

"Resonance scaling"