MATRIXSYNTH: Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Monophony

Published on May 26, 2015 MrSharps02

"elbow music. interleaved harmonic sines, cool retro beatz, new sticker."

A.S. rs150 Seq\Switch sequence extension & variation

Published on May 26, 2015 bigcitymusic

"The Analogue Systems rs150 eurorack module can be used to expand sequences/sequencers and break up repetition.

In this patch each channel of the 4MS Quad Clock Distributor (and 1 channel of the QCD Expander) are input into the rs150 channels. A trigger at the rs150 Clock In is sequentially switching through the different timings to create dynamic structured variations of an otherwise linear sequence."

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Happy Knobbing Modular Synthesizer Meeting 2015 (Germany) Music: Moogulator

Published on May 26, 2015 Moogulator

"Our 9.th annual modular synthesizer meeting - at Fischbach, Germany, see http://happyknobbing.sequencer.de for more.
Music / Footage: Moogulator
und lesen: SynMag - Das Synthesizer-Magazin"

DSI POLY EVOLVER (12 Voices) + Strymon BIG SKY - Ambient Chillout Music 【SYNTH DEMO】

Published on May 26, 2015 synth4ever

"Dave Smith Instruments / DSI POLY EVOLVER (12 voices) & Strymon BIG SKY synth demo. Ambient chillout music on 12-voice DSI POLY EVOLVER digital/analog synthesizer + Strymon Big Sky reverb pedal

Headphones recommended!"

Synth Spotting in Step Up (2006)

Some Synths in TV and Film spotting, including in the credits, for the 2006 film Step Up, in via swissdoc: "I found these pictures in the Step Up movie from 2006, in the end credits Moog Music is listed, but I did not spot a single Moog in the movie. Clear hits are Korg Karma and Akai MPC 1000."

See the Synths in TV and Film post and channel label below for more. This was a site meme that started back in 2007.

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Rare Theremin / Synthesizer Built by Mag Lab Electronic Engineer Designer

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via the seller: "This is a 1 of a Kind 'Theresynthesizer' or combination Theremin Synthesizer. It was built by a former National High Magnetic Field Laboratory Electronic Engineer Designer who was quite gifted. He created quite a few unique devices before his passing a few years ago. There are a lot of switches and connections associated with this piece of equipment and I'd be lying if I said I knew what everyone of them did. One thing is very neat that I noticed. When you enjoy the Theremin portion of this creation, the LED lights on top react to the signal and illuminate back and forth. Very cool. The power supply is separate from the main unit as is the sawtooth generator. The cabinet is constructed of metal and plexiglass and is a physical masterpiece. Please see images for more detail and rest assured that this is a unique one of a kind piece of electronic art that will bring you much joy trying to figure out everything about it."

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outside jam #3

Published on May 26, 2015 Matthew Tyas

"an end of day jam using miselu's c.24 controlling the Thumbjam app on an iPad"

iTunes: ThumbJam - Sonosaurus LLC

King Beat 7 Analog Drum Machine Beatbox Demo

Published on May 26, 2015 peahix

"Quick run-thru of the different beats this machine puts out!"

Follow-up to this post on one currently for sale. Peahix saw the post and shared the video. Awesome! Thank you Pea!

1983 OBERHEIM OB-8 Synthesizer with MIDI SN C31402

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"1983 Oberheim OB-8 synthesizer with MIDI. It's in 100% working condition and sounds incredible. It's in excellent condition with only very minor cosmetic wear."

Pics of the inside below.

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Oberheim TVS-1 SN 0349

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via this auction

"Amazing fat two-voice analog sound with mini-sequencer that plays 8 step sequences and features sample/hold. Includes power cord... Clean and in great shape. Working 100% with original parts. The key bushings are in good shape with little use. Has lid cover but latch has been repaired. It looks fine and holds cover on well - see photo. The bottom of the case has scuff marks-see photo."

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MFB 522 drumcomputer demo

Published on May 12, 2015 Shimanski Beats

"demonstration of the fully analogue drum machine MFB 522. Sounds like a 'little brother' of the TR-808.
This is the pure sound of the machine, neither added FX nor post processing.

First the sounds, then some patterns to show the potential of the machine."

Livejam with Volca Sample, Volca Bass, Microbrute and MFB 522

Published on May 12, 2015 Shimanski Beats

"Jam with Volca Sample, Volca Bass, Microbrute and MFB 522. Messing around with onboard controllers of Volca Sample to achieve some weird sounds.

Some delay (Lexicon MX 200) on Volca Bass, some reverb on Microbrute (Alesis Quadraverb 2), Volca Sample: internal reverb on some sounds; only internal sequencers used; synched with Midi clock from Korg Electribe ER1 through midi thru box to Microbrute, MFB 522 and Volca Bass, Sample synched from Bass"

Third jam with Volca Sample, Volca Bass and Microbrute

Published on May 1, 2015

"Jam with Volca Sample, Korg Volca Bass and Arturia Microbrute.
Some delay (Lexicon MX 200) on Microbrute, some reverb on Volca Bass (Alesis Quadraverb 2), no FX on Volca Sample; only internal sequencers used; synched with Midi clock from Korg Electribe ER1 through midi thru box to Microbrute and Volca Bass, Sample synched from Bass"

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Synthesizer music with Waldorf Microwave and Clavia Nord Drum

Published on May 26, 2015 Shimanski Beats

"Waldorf Microwave provides for all the sounds; Nord Drum plays the drums. Only own patches used. Everything midi-sequenced and multitracked with Cubase. Some effects (delay, reverb, chorus), EQ and dynamic processing added."

Andrew Hunter - Eurorack Modular Synthesizer Improvisation. (May, 26 2015)

Published on May 26, 2015 Andrew Hunter Music

"The synth is a eurorack system based on 2 tip top happy ending kits, a pittsburgh foundation2 monorocket case and a modified Super37 eurorack keyboard, all housed in connecting oak cases that I built.

Drone/lead is a pittsburgh osc sine wave going into a ufold and a pitts delay.

sequenced bassline is a dixie saw going into a megawave and a boogie filter, sequenced by pitt sequencer and quantized by disting, clocked by a ustep.

drums are tiptop. 808 snare going to a doepfer bit modifier.

modulations from peg. clocks from 4ms.

signal path: modular into a GAP pre73 pre amp and an FMR PBC-6A into an apogee duet. recorded in logic.

audio sync is slightly off."

Controlling the Dual Voltage Controlled Filter Model 291

Controlling the Dual Voltage Controlled Filter Model 291 from Jochen Bohnes on Vimeo.

"My first Buchla-video. Exploring the blessings and difficulties of the Dual Voltage Controlled Filter Model 291. Controlled with iPad and Expert Sleepers audio-to-CV modules."

Monomachine + Driftbox R + SQ-1

Published on May 26, 2015 dubjapanesque

Elektron Monomachine SFX-60+ MKII
REON Driftbox R Limited
KORG SQ-1
KORG Monotribe SyncKontrol

PERCUSSA labs behind the scenes: AudioCubes standalone hardware in development

"Percussa will release its software synthesizer SYNTHOR later this year. The synthesizer will be built into MIDIBridge, and will let anyone produce and make sounds using the audiocubes without needing any other music software or hardware. The software will work with the wireless audiocubes, and will become available in the downloads section of the site.

URL:
https://www.percussa.com/2015/05/25/synthor-modular-synthesizer-for-audiocubes

After releasing the software synthesizer, Percussa will also release a hardware version of the synthesizer, so people will no longer need a PC or MAC to use the AudioCubes. It will be a standalone unit that people can buy and use together with their wireless audiocubes.

URL:
https://www.percussa.com/2015/05/25/percussa-labs-behind-the-scenes-audiocubes-standalone-hardware-in-development

Check out the video of the test setup of the hardware platform:"

Electro Lobotomy Distortion Wave Shaper + Casio

Published on May 26, 2015 electro lobotomy

"Quick demo vid of the Distortion / Wave Shaper pedal processing a
Casio MT400V.. Peep it:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/23458199..."

Update:

Distortion Wave Shaper + Bass

"The Distortion Wave Shaper pedal is listed in my etsy shop.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/23458199..."

Modular Wild presents Fonitronik MH11 ADC Pattern Sequencer-ADC Patterns and PCV

Published on May 26, 2015 Modular Wild

"A continued exploration of the Fonitronik MH11 ADC Pattern sequencer. This time our demonstration focuses on the ADC patterns which may be varied via a CV signal. Sound and Video by Raul Pena"

All parts:

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Rollz-5 Performance

Rollz-5 Performance from Neil Baldwin on Vimeo.

Rollz-5 performance

Synth Improv 2015 05 24

Published on May 24, 2015 Randy Piscione

"A bit of improv with the synths. No drama or head-bobbing, I’d only hurt myself. Just playing. Sound comes from the camera (Panasonic DMC-ZS3) mic (stereo), it’s not great but it works. Hit "SHOW MORE" for the equipment details.

For the gearheads, bass is coming from the Eurorack, mostly a Living VCO and two nonlinearcircuits VCOs, sequenced by a BlackSeq from d:Machinery and quantized by Distings. A MIDIAlf is running slowly to change the key on the quantizers, and clocking the sequencer through a Pamela’s Workout (which is not all that happy about taking in a MIDI clock).

Pad and lead are provided by a Roland Juno 60 and Alpha Juno 2 on one side, and the Roland A90EX closest to the camera is controlling itself, 6 Shruthis, a PreenFM, Korg MicroStation and iPad running Animoog. The lead you can hear but can’t see comes from a Kurzweil K2600XS.

I am disappointed to admit that even after all these years, playing lead with my left hand still confuses me. The old guys like me might notice a bit of a shout-out to Earth, Wind and Fire."

Elektron Analog Four, Elektron Analog RYTM, OCTATRACK, Novation Mininova

Published on May 26, 2015 Vladimir Aristarkhov

"Elektron Analog Four, Elektron Analog RYTM,OCTATRACK,Novation Mininova + strymon big sky. I wish you pleasant viewing!
The sound recording of all synthesizers is made at the same time in real time, without processing in DAW."

Happy Knobbing 2015 Modular Synth Jam (w/ floor impressions) #TTNM

Published on May 26, 2015 The Tuesday Night Machines

"I attended the Happy Knobbing modular synth meet lest weekend and jammed a little bit on performance night.

This was the first time that I played in front of an audience, so I was quite nervous, although the patch wasn't complex and I mainly just stuck to mixing voices and manual filter cutoff modulation.

The weekend was amazing and I met lots of great people, many of whom I only knew though the modular synth forums. Since admission was only with your own modular gear, there were plenty of machines to check out and talk about.

I forgot the name of who filmed me with my GoPro, but thanks a lot!!! :)

Questions or comments? Go ahead and post them below! :) Thanks for watching! Check out my channel for more Synthesizer Music.

Audio gear used:
- Eurorack Modular Synthesizer (with Malekko Wiard Anti-Oscillator, Klangbau Köln Rob Hordijk Twin Peaks Filter, Koma Kommander, Klangbau Köln Wavetable VCO, Erica Polivoks VCF, etc.)
- LepLoop Groovebox
- EHX SuperEgo Synth Engine Pedal with Gate Mod
- Zoom R16 (recording & mastering)

Filmed with a GoPro Hero 4 Silver."

Arpeggist for iPad

Published on May 26, 2015 virsyn

"Arpeggist is a MIDI Note arpeggiator with a very flexible step matrix editor for programming and a unique “rolling dice” random arpeggio generator. You can build arpeggios from scratch or use one of the factory arpeggios as foundation. You can also create an unlimited number of user arpeggio presets.

Just play a chord or a single note and it gets transformed into a grooving monophonic synth line or a rhythmical chord pattern.

Available soon in the Apple App Store"

Update: now available via iTunes: Arpeggist - VirSyn

Nord Lead 3 Performance Synthesizer w/Nord Case SN NC03724

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"This is a Nord Lead 3 Performance Synthesizer in excellent condition. This is not one of the early models that had issues with the power supply capacitors. This Nord 3 synthesizer functions perfectly, and comes in a new Nord padded soft case. There is one small scratch in the paint that I was going to touch-up, but I decided to just leave it as is."

I don't think I knew earlier models had issues.

Green Dungeon Alchemist Laboratories Cacophonos 1 MK2

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Cacophonos 1 MK2 from Jingle Joe on Vimeo.
a re-combobulation of cacophonos 1

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"This device is amazing. The sonic potential is so vast that I doubt you could fully explore it in a lifetime. The circuitry may seem trite and simple but it is used in a unique and nonstandard way- this is a truly experimental synthesizer; and experimenting with it yeilds some fantastic results (see sound and video demos below). It can create anything from mellow analogue hums or harsh phasing drones, from sample and hold style biddly-beeps to white noise walls of chaos.

This synth was originally Cacophonos 1, however, when that synth didn't sell, I gutted it and in a last ditch attempt to make some money I made a fancier case and added lots of extra features like CV inputs and blinky lights. It's partly made from some recycled wood, metal and electronic components. All the circuitry is analogue and created entirely by myself, making this a rare and unique, one of a kind analogue synth.

Features
3 x VCOs, square and triangle waveforms, VCO3 has a switch to change between square/triangle or pulse/saw.
1 x VCF
1 x Envelope generator (AHR - Attack Hold Release, activated by big red button)
CV inputs: for VCO3, VCF
Gate input: for envelope
Meter: displays envelope level. Note- meter is larger than standard meter size!
Red glowing tube: displays VCF CV level
Small orange LED: indicates VCO3 CV level

Technical description of operation
The VCOs can be operated at sub-audio levels, acting as LFOs. The envelope is AHR (Attack Hold Release) with Attack and Release time controls and a button to activate it. The VCOs are connected in the cacophonic configuration (diagram below) which, by itself, has vast potential; each VCO affects the next in the loop creating mutating infinate loops of analogue chaos! But there's more; Each VCO can be re-routed into either the signal input or CV input of the VCF, simultaneously, so you could play a 3 note chord or use one VCO to control the cutoff of the filter and the other two as audio inputs or any combination you want!
The filter can also be pushed into some slight soft distortion by sending all the VCOs into the signal input with the level controls turned up to maximum volume.

Maximum voltage range for all inputs: 0V to 10V
CV inputs: 0V to 10V
Gate input: low/inactive range is between 0V to 2V, high/active is between 2V to 10V.
Some protection against over-voltage is included but should be avoided."

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Roland Juno 106 with Original Box

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"The keyboard is in near MINT condition both cosmetically and functionally and comes in the Original Roland factory box with packing. This synthesizer was fully serviced by SynthSpa where they either restored or replaced all the voice chips and waveform chips. This is an absolutely necessary service when owning this model Juno. The service also included replacing the AC jack with a 3 prong outlet, replaced the old battery with user replaceable batteries, reloading of all the factory programs, replaced any intermittent switches, and a full cleaning of all slider controls, pots and switches. This synthesizer looks as good as it sounds with no noticeable scratches, all switches intact with no missing slide caps, and all keys in perfect condition with no chips or scratches. This is the 117V U.S version keyboard. Included with this great synthesizer is the AC power cord, Original owners manual, Midi manual, a CD with additional program patches and files all packed in the Original Roland Factory box.."

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ELEKTRONIKA EM-26 Synthesizer Vocoder SN 15023

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"Electronics EM-26 vocoder for voice synthesis and other external signals, an inner polyphonic tone generator Strings analyzer synthesizer, modulation and vocoder effects. It consists of 4 sections of sound control: vibrato, Vocoder, Strings and level, as well as the panel to the left of the keyboard to control the pitch and others.

Parameters.

The section has a vibrato regulators - focus, depth and speed
Vocoder - Chorus (on, sort of), microphone / Vocoder
Strings - incl. Level, violin / cello, recession
LEVEL - Microphone, Line A, Line C
PANEL keyboard - volume, structure, interval, octave-band wheel picht
SWITCHING (1/4 jack): microphone input, line A, C, telephone, pedal network."

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VINTAGE Rhythm Ace Acetone FR-3 Full Auto Analog Drum Machine Beat Box

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Vintage King Beat 7 Drum Beat Machine - 7 Different Beats

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"Machine was made in Japan and features 7 Different Beats: Slow Rock, Latin, Twist, Fox Trot, Waltz, Mambo and Go-Go. Also features volume and tempo control dials."

I don't believe I've ever seen or posted one of these before. If anyone knows who made it feel free to comment. Giving this one a new King Beat channel label for the time being.

Update: video courtesy of peahix posted here.

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Vintage Emu edrum Model 8000 Eprom Drum Pads with 11 Carts & Star Wars Lunch Box

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No mention if the Star Wars lunch box comes with it. :)

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VTG. Kurzweil KMS 250 Keyboard/Synthesizer SN 85080841 with Pedal Board

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Custom Racked Roland PG-800 Programmer & MKS-70 SN 762403

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Note the listing is for the synth & programmer only. The case is not included. Kind of looks like a boombox. All you need are some speakers on the side and a built in battery source.

"Included in this sale:

MKS-70 Analog Synthesizer (with the latest 1.08 version firmware)
PG-800 Programmer (including rackmount faceplate as seen in photos)
Qty 4 of the M-64C sound cartridges (all full of sounds)
Roland power cable
Manual

The only thing pictured that is NOT included is the 8-space SKB rack case."

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Baldwin Syntha Sound Vintage Analog Synthesizer

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"Here's a rare Baldwin synthesizer from the 70's. Main issue is that the keyboard is not responding, but I was able to plug a guitar into the external input and do some limited testing.

It's missing various push button caps, some broken push button and slider stems/posts (but all sliders and buttons work), . External input/output works. Oscillator makes sound with trigger bar, responds to tuning slider, octave, and tremolo adjustment. Most things seem to work except for the keyboard which offers no response. Flute section responded to trigger bar, but no I didn't get any response from the preset section. Missing faceplate/keyboard hold down screws."

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Tocante Phashi Love 5

Published on May 26, 2015 Smokey Quartz

"In this Tocante Phashi Love video, I play a mournful Phashi above a creek while sitting on a rotting tree."

Analogue Systems to Exclusively Offer Pre-Built Modular Systems

You might recall, Bob Williams of Analogue Systems decided to retire while continuing to offer his products through Andreas Schneider's Alex4 distribution. It looks like modules will only be available via complete systems.

via Andreas Schneider's STROMKULT: "According to Mr. Bob Williams originally idea, his brand and product line – the integrator modular system a.k.a. analogue systems – will be sold in ready to go casings and wooden cabints again. They will come – just completely mounted up the way you want them – with a full five years warranty from now on.

After having had too much trouble from circuitries damaged with wrong or misused connector cabels, with (others) power supplies that did not serve enough ampere for some of the high class functionalities, or selfmade casings, where the modules has been returned once they did not fit, taking this excellent products out of the mixed systems is indeed a bad decision for the idea of the common eurorack, but a good one for the position of analogue systems.

aorsThe integrator system can be configurated on a comfortable modular planner and should be coming from the production to your retail store within a month now. For any kind of questions please get back to your modular stores over europe."

Korg MP-4 Monopoly + Roland RE-101

Published on May 26, 2015 SubTokyoShop

"Korg MP-4 Monopoly + Roland RE-101

controlled by CV/Gate

subtokyoshop on eBay | subtokyoshop on Reverb

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Yamaha CS60 - now fixed (except for Ribbon...)

Published on May 26, 2015 noddyspuncture

"Here is the CS60 that my mate Robby gave me.. yes that's right, he said if I paid for the shipping I could have it. It wasn't working right. It was also a no-brainer, and it arrived last week. I've just changed a few blown IC's on the SUB board and it's playing fine. It has one broken front panel slider - which still works, you just can't get the knob on it, and the Ribbon will need a new spring and then refitting. Sorted, cheers Robby... ;)"

Inside a Yamaha CS60.

Ambient Exploration 006 - Clouds Frames Streichfett wavetable

Published on May 26, 2015 Fading Canvas

"A tone sweep from the Waldorf Streichfett has been fed into the Mutable Instruments audio buffer, which can act as a kind of wavetable. Mutable Instruments Frames module is used for defining some sweetspots in it. Maths used as LFO to sweep through the frames back and forth one time. Yarns is only providing a tone."

Moroder's CHASE Arturia MicroBrute and ARP Odyssey

Published on May 26, 2015 farmyfarm

"Another very quick demo:) This time it's Giorgio Moroder's "Chase" theme from MIDNIGHT RUN. Ever since I was a teen this song always stuck out in my head. I always loved the middle part which is why I'm only performing that particular piece. That little Arturia MicroBrute, when coaxed with the right patience and effects, can actually do a pretty satisfactory job step sequencing with it's bass sounds. I still can't get over how clean the ARP is in just about every sound I squeeze out of it! Thanks for watching as always!! All songs are property of FARMYFARM/LLC/LIMITED(c)"

Error Instruments Sismo Quadrox for schuurmuis

Published on May 26, 2015 paul tas

bezier test oscistudio

Published on May 26, 2015 hansiraber

"testing bezier curves"

oscistudio or osci studio appears to be an upcoming software synthesizer from hansiraber. You can find a few more videos in the playlist below.

Serge Animate and TKB Jam 2015

Published on May 26, 2015 djangosfire

"Jamming with TKB cycling stages!

NTO is the main sound source - it is passing through the LPF of the Variable Bandwidth VCF...... AND split (pre VCF) into the WAD.

I manually faded between the VCF out and/or the WAD.

Output into a Strymon Blue Sky reverb.

Cheers! - Djangosfire"

Electronic Exploration 007 - Modular vs Perfourmer

Published on May 25, 2015 Fading Canvas

"Testing out the euclidean pattern sequencer of the Mutable instruments Yarns module. Notes are sent to the Vermona Perfourmer, which is doing some kind of weird drum sounds. Clouds module doing some kind of weird sounds."