Peaks, Chaos Computer, Sport Modulator, MX-4S, RG-6, S1 eurorack demo

Published on Nov 19, 2014 bigcitymusic

"Two oscillators from the Cwejman S1 are run through the S1's LPF and MMF and through the RES-4. The filtered signals are run through the MX-4S where the PH-4 is modulating the stereo image.

Peaks is set to ENV EXPERT mode. Manually adjusting the ADSR envelopes to create dynamics. Every note message (sent from Ableton) is multed out from the Peaks and into the Chaos Computer’s X and Y input to change its state with the musical sequence. The Chaos Computer is feeding the RG-6 which is modulating the S1’s MMF set to BP also feeding the RES-4. The Sport Modulator is set to S+H and modulating the PH-4 rate.

Ableton delay added to the synth output."

Korg Trident MkII Demo

Published on Nov 19, 2014 Vintage Synthesizer Museum

"Korg Trident MkII demonstrated using no external effects, and a Roland TR-606 for accompanying beat."

Waldorf Microwave XT Demo

Published on Nov 19, 2014 perfectcircuitaudio

"This video demonstrates the sonic capabilities of the Waldorf Microwave XT from a sound designer's perspective."

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Chords: Remember Chord Memory?

Published on Nov 19, 2014 erthenvar

"Auditioning some chord sounds for some hardcore techno using the Erthenvar Patch Chord along with the Pulp Logic Chords expander"

Roland SH-7 Ringmodulator Melody

Published on Nov 19, 2014 Magnus Gladén

"Just bought a Roland SH-7. It has been a dream for me owning a SH-7 since the first time I laid my eyes on her... I was 17 years old and just got Internet. :D I've seen a few SH-7's in really bad shape but the one I found is in mint condition. :D
I don’t understand people complaining about the filter… I think it sounds great."

MOOG SOUND LAB | CHVRCHES

Published on Nov 19, 2014 Moog Music Inc

"Scottish trio Chvrches (pronounced Churches) came into the Moog Sound Lab to re-imagine their song “The Mother We Share” off of their 2013 album The Bones of What You Believe.

Lauren Mayberry sings through an MF-104M Analog Delay while manipulating the filter cutoff on a continuous arpeggiated line with a Little Phatty. Iain Cook uses drum triggers to play percussion with 6 Minimoog Voyager Rack Mounts, and uses a Sub Phatty in the song break. Martin Doherty poly-chained 4 Slim Phattys and controlled them with a Little Phatty as he handled the bass and chords throughout the song.

You can watch more soundlab videos at:

http://www.moogmusic.com/sight-and-so...

Find more from Chvrches latest releases and tour dates at:

www.chvrch.es"

Time and Timbre for PUSH

Published on Nov 19, 2014 iftahbox

"Overview of the Push implementation of 'Time and Timbre' drum machine by Skinnerbox"

Time and Timbre - TIMBRE


Time and Timbre - TIME


Ableton Push on eBay

Tape Op Interview with Tony Rolando & Kelly Kelbel of Make Noise Music

Pictured: Kelly Kelbel, Alessandro Cortini, Tony Rolando

Tape Op has an interview with Tony Rolando & Kelly Kelbel of Make Noise Music.

There are some interesting bits including how Tony got started in the world of building synthesizers  at Moog Music.

"Tony: I'm completely self-taught. About ten years ago I went to the library and dug up every book I could find on analog circuit design. I wanted to know how synthesizers worked. I started trying to build stuff. Most of it didn't work immediately, but eventually I figured it out.

So from there, what was your first job in this field?

Tony: Moog Music. We went to Asheville to visit some friends, and the Citizen-Times headline was that Bob Moog had passed away. Kelly thought they might need some people, and encouraged me to call. They said they might be hiring, and we arranged an interview. They just put me in a room with a schematic, pointed at stuff, and asked me what it was. It was pretty simple. They just wanted to see if I knew anything at all. I passed the test, so they gave me the job. I learned a lot about building electronic instruments there.

What was your job there?

Tony: Moog was still really small. The Little Phatty hadn't come out yet. I did warranty work and service for stuff that failed right off the production line. I ran the Voyager quality control line for quite a while. There were only 20 people there back then. People had many jobs, so I even worked in shipping every once in a while. Moog was just a warehouse at the time. There were a couple of windows in the front, but once you got inside, there was no sign of daylight! I worked there for about three years. The current space is really beautiful, with big windows.

Kelly: Everybody's got to start somewhere. The last Make Noise space was 400 square feet with really weird carpet and one window. It was really stuffy, and we were all on top of each other. We were only there for a few months."

http://www.makenoisemusic.com

Random Source Serge Modules in the Works

via RandomSource.net

Pictured:

Thomas Henry Dual 555 VCO / Mixer
Wave Multipliers / Resonant EQ
Ian Fritz Chaquo / Dual TGTSH
Dual Gate / Timbre / Mixer

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WEDNESDAY T2 JAM (TB3, Volcas, mini kaosspad 2, tc flashback)

Published on Nov 19, 2014 Chocolate Pulp

Roland Aira TB3
Korg Volca Beats
Korg Volca Bass
Korg Volca Keys
Korg mini kaosspad 2
TC electronic Flashback

Roland Airas on eBay | Korg Volcas on eBay

Primal Audio Announces FM4 For iPad

Published on Nov 19, 2014 Primal Audio

"Primal Audio today announced FM4, a new FM synthesizer for iPad modelled on the popular 1980s Yamaha DX series.

Great care has been put into analysing and replicating inherent sonic characteristics of the original hardware, such as internal quantisation errors and digital-to-analogue conversion. The interface is carefully thought-out, with every parameter being available on a single page.

FM4 is simple to use, yet capable of producing a multitude of sounds, ranging from punchy basses, crystal-clear bells, and lush pads, to organic textures, striking drums, and piercing leads.

Here are some audio demos:



Highlights:

o) Four operators configurable via eight different routings
o) Three sound engines modelled on 1980s hardware units
o) Eight waveforms derived from classic FM synths
o) 2x, 3x, and 4x polyphonic unison
o) Tempo-syncable arpeggiator with up, down, up-down, and random patterns
o) Microtuning with eight different temperaments
o) Supports Inter-App Audio, background audio, and MIDI (support for Audiobus is planned)
o) Up to 24 voices of polyphony
o) Import/export presets through iTunes
o) Works on all iPads supporting iOS 7.0 and up

Visit www.primal-audio.com for more information.

FM4 will be available on the App Store December 2014 at an introductory price of $0.99 for a limited period of time.

All product names used are trademarks of their respective owners, and reference to these here in no way constitutes an association or affiliation with Primal Audio. All trademarks are solely used to identify the products whose sound was studied during the development of FM4."

Heebie-GBs - World's First LSDj Album Sold on Cartridge

Hands on with the Heebie-GBs Gameboy cartridge album

Published on Nov 19, 2014 Gameboygenius

"Cartridges are still available from ASM Retro: http://asmretro.com/hbgbs

A Halloween 2014 compilation album as a Gameboy ROM. The world first LSDj album sold on cartridge.

Menu code and LSDj adaption by nitro2k01. Spaghetti code by a pastafarian. Powered by LSDj by Johan Kotliniski.

Track list:
Nordloef - Cradle to the Rave
Aaron Ishibashi - Freaky Fugue
Solarbear - Pornogoblin
Tommy Creep - The Width
Pixelherozero . Thrashold
Vegas Diamond - Skulljam
Matthew Jospeh Payne - Zoinks!

Video recorded with BGB. Further edited with avisynth and Sony Vegas Pro.

Halloween? Easter? What's the difference? You can get eggs any time of the year."

New Eurorack Manufacturer Slow Nova Probability Module

image via Control Voltage

"Probably, a probability based analog multiplexer switching module by new maker: Slow Nova, is in stock. Stop by for a demo!"

via Slow Nova

"Probably is a dual 2 to 1 analog multiplexer with probability based switching.

On each clock rising edge a random number decides which input is connected to the output. The likelihood can be set independently for each switch.

Probably allows full voltage range inputs and outputs so it can be used for both unipolar and bipolar sources between -12V and 12V. Use it with trigger inputs to create complex evolving rhythms, or switch between multiple LFOs for unique modulation shapes."

This is the first Slow Nova post.

Mutable Instruments Peaks tapped LFOs Pittsburgh Analog Delay patch

Published on Nov 19, 2014 bigcitymusic

"Peaks is now available.
http://bigcitymusic.com/mutable-instr...

Peaks mode set to TAP for two independent LFO's with adjustable waveshape and phase. Each channel has been tapped to envelope to sine waves running through the 4ms VCA Matrix and then through the Pittsburgh Analog Delay. Reverb via Halls of Valhalla."

Beat707 XXL LE (to be released November 22)

Published on Nov 19, 2014 Beat707

"This is the Beat707 XXL LE - Limited Edition - no LCD and no SD Card, less components, minimal interface."

Synthrotek DS-M Eurorack Analog Drum Synth Module Complete Demo

Published on Nov 19, 2014

"http://www.synthrotek.com

Street Release: December 5th 2014

We are pleased to introduce the new Synthrotek analog drum synth module: the DS-M

The DS-M is a complete mono voice as well as a drum synth all in 8HP.
Just connect your midi to Control Voltage converter CV output and gate output (or a QuNexus) into the trigger input and CV input on the DS-M to use the onboard envelope and VCA.
1v/o tracking for 4 octaves C0-C4

You can also use the DS-M as a full featured drum synth that can emulate virtually any drum sound!"

Roland JD-800 "Time Machine"

(c) 2014 vintage synthesizer demo track by RetroSound
all sounds: Roland JD-800 Synthesizer from the year 1991
drums: Roland TR-707
recording: multi track

Ming Mecca Voltage Controlled Video Game Console Now Shipping

Details here.

"With the heart of a video synthesizer and the brain of a videogame console, Ming Mecca is the first of its kind: an ontological toy, a videogame easel, and a love letter to all things retrofuture. Designed for use in Eurorack format synthesizers but built to meet the demands of even the most seasoned micro-galactic interlopers, Ming Mecca modules will take your rig where no rig has gone before."

Church of Wood

Published on Nov 17, 2014 Wein Glas

"My Track 'Church of Wood' from the awesome compilation 'Made of Wood II' [posted here] on the fantastic Label 'Game of Life'.

Please download at
http://gameoflife.bandcamp.com/album/...

All tracks were made with instruments from Ciat Lonbarde!

Thanks a lot to my wonderful friends at "Game of Life" for making my track a part of another great release on their amazing label.

All of their releases are highly recommended! Please take some time and listen!!!!"

cv controllable auduino

Published on Nov 19, 2014 Jw Hagenbeek

"what you see/hear is only a cv controllable auduino, controlled by 3 Ginkosynthese TTLFO's and one DinSync modseq. It has 5 cv inputs. The lower knob is an attenuator for the cv input the upper one is the offset of the cv. No other modules are used. The Arduino runs the granular Auduino software."

DSI Pro-2 patch CS80 & arp space strings

Published on Nov 19, 2014 SYNTH GURU

Dave Smith Pro 2s on eBay

"patch: CS80"

DSI PRO-2 arp space strings

Published on Nov 19, 2014

"my patch:Synthstring Arpeggio,LP-HP Filters modulations,internal delays"

Knas Ekdahl Moisturizer Spring Reverb And Analog Filter With Cv Modulation

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"KNAS Ekdahl Moisturizer spring reverb with analog voltage controlled filter (VCF), analog low frequency oscillator (LFO), CV control, and overdrive!

basically, the ekdahl moisturizer is a spring reverb where the springs are exposed so they can be played/hit/fiddled with. as well as being capable of creating sound in itself, you can of course also play sound through the springs like a regular spring reverb - this makes for happy-fun-time finger-modulation of the reverb on whatever audio that's going through it. on top of this there's an analog multimode filter that can be used to attenuate or exaggerate certain frequencies in the sound, this is real handy while playing the springs as you can - for instance - cut all the highs and just make thunderous doomy sounds or do the opposite; cut all the lows and make that ear piercing high frequency special love. also, it incorporates an lfo that's internally routable to the filter and that also has some external routing-stuff. the ekdahl moisturizer has tons of cv / expression pedal options on the back for even more hillarious moments. the moisturizer is a mono unit..."

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ROLAND SH-101 Vintage Analog Synthesizer w/ Gig Bag & Pedal SN 385595

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Roland System 100 Model 101 SN 521259

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Roland SH-101 Vintage Synthesizer with MGS-1 Modulation Grip

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German Korg MS-20 Vintage Analog Synthesizer SN 146025

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Note the serial number badge on this one is in German. Curious how many languages they were localized in.

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Korg DW-6000 Vintage Digital Analog Synth w/ Orig Case & Cassette SN 006682

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CASIO CZ-1 SN 8611 with Cover & Stand

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Snsrk - Söndag Session #1 - #3

Published on Sep 21, 2014 Ba Ko

http://snsrk.bandcamp.com/
https://soundcloud.com/snsrk
https://www.facebook.com/5nsrk

A little sunday jam with
Elektron Octatrack,
Mutable Instruments Shruthi
and DSI Tetra.

Snsrk - Söndag Session #2

Mutable Instruments Shruthi-1 Preset Demo

Published on Apr 8, 2014 Ba Ko

http://snsrk.bandcamp.com/
https://soundcloud.com/snsrk
https://www.facebook.com/5nsrk

"Just a little demo of some of the Shruthi-presets.
Octatrack is sequencing Shruthi and Tetra via Midi.
Audio from Shruthi and Tetra goes into Octatrack.
Synth-Melody: Shruthi
Synth-Pads: Tetra
Bassline and Drums: Octatrack"

Critter & Guitari Melody Mill & IIO Module Demonstration

Published on Nov 19, 2014 CritterGuitari

"This video demonstrates the principal functionality of Critter & Guitari's Melody Mill control module and IIO speaker module for Eurorack modular synthesizers.

Thanks for watching!

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The Melody Mill is a note generation control module. It contains a keyboard, CV outputs, CV clock input, built-in arpeggiators, a sequencer, and MIDI capabilities. With the Melody Mill you can:

Use the CV output to control oscillators
Connect your MIDI controller or computer into your modular setup using the MIDI input
Play notes, record and playback sequences and arpeggios on your favorite modules
Convert MIDI clock into CV pulses
Clock the arpeggiator with an LFO for strange melodies
'Hold' notes for drones
Connect the built-in square wave oscillator directly to a filter or an amp

The Melody Mill generates 1-Volt per octave, trigger, and gate control voltages. These signals are used to trigger other synthesizer modules. Notes may be played on the built-in keyboard or received via MIDI. The notes may be used directly to generate the CV signals, or fed through one of the five arpeggiator modes first. Adding to the fun is a hold button and a simple sequencer to record and playback notes. In addition to the CV outputs, the Melody Mill also outputs MIDI of the note it is generating.

A ‘smart’ arpeggiator clock selects a clock source depending on what is connected to the Melody Mill: CV clock input, MIDI clock, or internal clock (controlled by the 'Rate' knob).

The six modes are:

Single Shot
Up Arpeggio
Down Arpeggio
Pyramid Arpeggio
Alternator Arpeggio
Random Arpeggio

Dimensions: 39 HP; Depth: 23mm

Power: Requires +12V and +5V.
Draws 60mA at +5V. Draws 100mA at +12V.
10" 16 Pin polarized power connector included.

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The IIO is the quickest way to get amplified sound out of your eurorack modular setup! It is a 3W amplifier and speaker in a gold anodized panel. It provides two 1/8" inputs and volume control. The IIO gets pretty loud!

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: Requires +12V. Draws 15 - 750mA depending on volume.
10" 16 Pin polarized power connector included"

KORG Releases SDK for Volca Sample

via http://korginc.github.io

"Currently your volca sample can only receive external samples through an iOS device. This SDK allows you to create your own tools with the interface that you design for your platform. Not only will this library unleash the potential to load samples and sequences, it will empower users to combine this code with other features of your making.

Auto-slice a song to generate a sample set?
Turn photos of patterns into sequences?
algorithmic sample music generator?
generate random sequence from quantum effects?

The choice is yours. Your creativity and coding skills are the limits.

what is the KORG SYRO library?

It’s the main part of the SDK. It contains the algorithms that turn your sample or sequence data (syrodata) into audio data (syrostream) that the volca sample can decode when received through its SYNC IN port.

what is volca sample?

The volca sample is a sample sequencer that lets you edit and sequence up to 100 sample sounds in real time for powerful live performances.
See more on our product page.

features

encode sample data for transfer into volca sample
encode a 16 step sequence for transfer into volca sample
delete specific samples in the volca sample
delete all the samples in the volca sample
required audio specs

KORG SYRO encodes binary data into audio using QAM (quadrature amplitude modulation). Like the old dial-up modems! It is sensitive to alterations to the audio like EQ and things like automatic level control. So please make sure they’re turned off on your device.

Your audio output device will need:

native WAV playback
stereo headphone or line level output"

Korg Volcas on eBay

Loopy: Masterpiece Edition Walkthrough

Loopy: Masterpiece Edition Walkthrough 1: Overview and Design Screen

Published on Nov 19, 2014 ATastyPixel

"The first walkthrough of Loopy: Masterpiece's initial design sketches.

http://loopymasterpieceedition.tumblr..."

In the mean time:
iTunes: Loopy HD - A Tasty Pixel

Loopy: Masterpiece Edition Walkthrough 2: Import and Track Settings

Published on Nov 20, 2014 ATastyPixel

Loopy: Masterpiece Edition Walkthrough 3: Bindings

Published on Nov 20, 2014 ATastyPixel

Teenage Engineering PO-12 Techno demo by Jordan Passmore

Published on Nov 19, 2014 Jordan Passmore

"This demo consists of the Teenage Engineering PO-12 (prototype), a Boss DD-5 Digital Delay effects pedal and a Fender Mini Tone Master amp. The Fender amp applies a bit of distortion to the signal and slight EQ cut on the highs. The delay produces a minimal echo of the PO-12s output.

I pre-programmed the bassline for this demo but the rest of the track is built-up as the video progresses. The PO-12 is the sound generator for the entire track. Holding down the "Write" button and tweaking the right parameter knob allows for recording of parameter movement; in many cases it is decay, like on the hi-hats, but with some sounds it is pitch, filter, etc. Holding down the "FX" button followed by one of the 1-16 buttons applies an effect to the master output. This too can be recorded in real-time and embedded into the pattern. This video may or may not be representative of the PO-12 post-release as the unit in this video is a prototype."

Waldorf Streichfett - String Machine

Published on Nov 19, 2014 sonicstate

"Waldorf Streichfett - the cheesey string machine emulator according to their sales material. We take a look"

Streichfetts on eBay

Flame 4 Vox Drone

Published on Nov 19, 2014 Ebotronix

Flame 4 Vox, Beta Test 19 ( V 0.97)
Buchla System #1
EMS Synthi E noises
Moog Prodigy subbass, CP251, MP 201
Kenton Pro 2000
Rane SM 26
Rocktron Rack Interface
Yamaha KX 25, MCS 2
Mackie the mixer
Hameg Dual Trace Oscilloscope HM 312-8
FX: Akai MCF 42, Lexicon MPX 100, PCM 90, TC M one XL
vid # 1182

Modular Classics vol. 9 by Daniel Philipp Stotz

Published on Nov 19, 2014 Stotz Daniel Philipp

"The new CD, performed on Modular Synthesizers, contains the 2 first Partitas of J.S. Bach (B-flat Major and c-minor), The Italian Concerto (complete), from the Musical Offering Ricercare 3 and 6, the fugue of M. Ravel from the suite Le Tombeau de Couperin, Passapied and Jardins sous la pluie from C. Debussy, sonata 11 of D. Scarlatti and from F. Schubert op. 94 no. 4. More than 78 minutes of music. Viz http://www.danielphilippstotz.info/?p...."

Dave Smith Pro 2 arpeggio,multiple controls

Published on Nov 19, 2014 SYNTH GURU

"my patch:arpeggio,tweakings controls,internal effects"

Dave Smith Pro 2s on eBay

MIDIMINI Studio Electronics

Published on Nov 19, 2014 Analog Synthesizers

"Demonstration of the dynamic vcf response from midi velocity."

GECO-TRAINING TECHNO SESSION 19.11.14

Published on Nov 19, 2014 GECO

"ELEKTRON OCTATRACK & ANALOG 4 PLUS EXTRA LIVE FROM MYSELF :)"

Elektrons on eBay

Corsynth C106 - Complex Modulation Pattern

echophon braids amfm

Published on Nov 18, 2014 SunFallsMusic

"After installing the MakeNoise Echophon module.. this is what happened during my first patching session. Braids as main sound source and an old vintage radio patched into the Feedback In."

echophon braids tuner

Published on Nov 18, 2014

"1st random patching session with MakeNoise Echophon just installed. Strange things afoot. Braids is the main source. and you see the vintage radio. love this module."