First revealed here, some pics and additional details are in.
MSRP $949.00 / $849.00 Street
"Subsequent 25 is a new compact analog synthesizer that builds on the success of the award-winning Sub Phatty by implementing the ultra-popular paraphonic functionality of Duo Mode, upgrading to wood side pieces, and featuring the already-beloved Subsequent series improvements:
Twice the headroom for access to a new range of classic clean tones in mono and duo modes
Reshaped gain staging in the Ladder Filter to boost harmonic saturation and analog compression, resulting in an overall richer low end
Re-tuned Multidrive circuit that extends well beyond the original grit and growl of the Sub Phatty
Brand new presets that have been optimized to take full advantage of the Subsequent 25’s upgraded circuitry
Upgraded keybed for improved playability
New high-powered headphone amplifier strong enough to drive the most demanding headphones
Free Editor/Librarian software for Windows and Mac (plug-in or standalone)
In the spirit of continuous improvement, Moog is setting a new standard: the Subsequent 25. Moog is excited to incorporate artist feedback into the evolution of our instruments to further inspire the creative community."
"ARP SYNTHESIZER ACCESORIES LIST. Condition is Used. This is a list of the accessories you could buy from ARP SYNTHESIZERS back in the 70s. It is in excellant condition.
I don't believe I've seen this one before. Crazy to see the low prices on some of these including the ARP 2500 Owner's Manual for $6.00, Learning Music With Synthesizers for $7.50, and Lessons in Electronic Music for $8.95. Also if the manuals were available for order, that means they were not limited to the number of synths sold. Some cool ARP swag below as well.
Typed it out for the archives:
ODYSSEY
Learning Music With Synthesizers
(Textbook 213 Pages)
OD-01......................$7.50
Odyssey Patch Book
(75 Great Sounds)
OD-03......................$9.95
I don't think I ever realized how small these were until I saw the 9V battery slot below. It appears to be the size of a ukulele if that.
"The Sonica was a synthesizer designed by Frank Eventoff in 1979 with an oscillator desined by Serge Tcherepnin. A limited run of only 650 were ever made, and this is number 441."
"Unit is in superb condition. There's a few nicks and scratches on the unit but this is to be expected 40 yr+ machine. I've had the unit completely done over by my synth tech in Feb of 2019. Work as followed:
-Replacement of all the electrolytic caps in the power supply -Op amp replacement in the square wave LFO
-Re-calibration of the Brilliance Fader. Item was removed, given a good cleaning and mechanical lubrication on the bench, and wired it back in.
-Fllushed the Modulation Fader that was scratchy, and did the same for the master volume and high/low level switch in the back."
FEATURING:
I'm very excited about the miRack modular synthesizer app on iPad!
In this video, I show a viewer submitted tip about how to get your stop/start/reset working a little smoother using the BIG BUTON module from NSYNTHI.
More **Beginner Friendly** miRack tutorials to come!
Whatever kind of music you are making - KEEP IT UP, Friends!
Don't stop making *YOUR MUSIC*!!
Yorick Tech, makers of the LOW FREQUENCY EXPANDER for the Sequential OB-6 and Prophet-6, have a newly skinned version with the look and feel of the Prophet-6. The previous version had the look and feel of the OB-6. See the Yorick Tech label for previous posts including demos.
Note this is a product from Steve Hunt's Yorick Tech and not associated with Sequential. This is an aftermarket product.
Update: the manual below has been updated as well.
"Introducing the 2hp Lunchbox, our new portable Eurorack case solution! This 42HP case comes fully powered and ready to go with a latchable lid. Whether you're in the studio, on a plane, or performing at your next modular picnic, Eurorack has never been so portable.
"We're also selling four powerful systems packed in our new Lunchbox case: Picnic Basket, Synth Voice, Drum Machine, and Effects Box.
These systems are sure to become the bread and butter of your creative process.
Available as a standalone case (powered/unpowered), full of modules, and as a lunchbox for your lunch!
"Next Monday ten electronic instrument manufacturers from different corners of the world will get together under the roof of our event space to share their newest developments, talk, and play some music. Details and RSVP here. #synthesizer #namm2020"
Point Reyes, CA - Kilpatrick Phenol and Zoom MS-70CDR
Stinson Beach, CA - Kilpatrick Phenol and Zoom MS-70CDR
Lake Tahoe, CA - Kilpatrick Phenol and Zoom MS70-CDR
Lake Tahoe, CA - Kilpatrick Phenol & Empress ZOIA
Lake Tahoe, CA (Winter) - Eurorack w/ Mannequins Mangroves, Intellijel Plonk, etc.
For those who asked me for this here it is!
7 ROM Drum Kits / 61 keys of BANG!
Space Gate Kit
Insane Drum Layer
Mondo Combi Kit
Drum Kit
Techno Acid Kit
Rap It Up !!!
Gated Kit
"In this Eurorack Modular XOR NerdSeq Review PART 7 we look at:
- How to find info on NerdSeq features in previous videos
- Features we will cover soon
- NerdSeq Fonts Choice
- NerdSeq Custom Colours setting, saving, resetting
- How to change any of the NerdSeq Modular Sequencer Tracks from 1 V/Oct to 1.2V/Oct (e.g. to control vintage Yamaha Synths) and Hz/Octave (e.g. to control vintage Korg synths)
- Sample Blocks, Creating and Saving multiple Sample Sets, Loading a different Sample Block of 12 Samples while the sequencer in playing.
- Sample Pre-Listen (sample preview) from SD Card
- Scoop? :)
- Thanks!
"In this Eurorack Winter Modular Eloquencer Review 'New Features Updates PART 2 we look at:
- How to find info on Eloquencer features in previous videos
- Features we will cover soon
- LFO CV Output Tracks.
- LFO Settings, step and pattern length, amplitude, offset, etc...
- Jamming a live track with Eloquencer LFOs
- Scoop? :)
- Thanks!
====== INDEX =======
Winter Modular Eloquencer Eurorack Sequencer - New Features and Updates PART 2 - INDEX:
00:00 Hi... Eloquencer setup preview... Time for some updates!
01:02 Winter Modular EME Eloquencer MIDI Expansion first MIDI test (with Roland MC 909). We will cover the EME in a future video
02:01 If you are new to the Eloquencer or need a refresher...
03:04 Let's start looking at the LFOs features on the Eloquencer
04:00 Quick look at an LFO audio demo (with AJH Synth Mega Phase 12) from 'before'. Originally posted here... https://youtu.be/Qnm0e883d8I
05:34 Let's dig into the LFO Settings and options per Track. Eloquencer LFO Track, Time (patterns, steps), LFO amplitude, LFO Offset...
11:41 A few considerations about Eloquencer LFOs, are this for you? Do they work for me?
Sequential Pro 3 INHALT Sound Design Demo Published on Jan 14, 2020 INHALTVIDEO
Update: some audio demos added below.
"Some time ago, I put together a video demonstrating the remarkable ability of the AS-1 synthesizer to mimic the classic Sequential Circuits Pro One. I sent the video to my friends at Sequential and expressed a great desire for a fully fledged, keyboard version of the synth. Flash forward to the tail end of 2019, and I’m sitting in front of the Sequential Pro 3. While the inspiration might have come from some aspects of the AS-1, the Pro 3 is so far and above, it truly deserves the title of FLAGSHIP.
To me, the central point of the Pro 3 isn’t necessarily the feature set, which is VAST, but the raw sound. This synth is a production workhorse that sounds proper. It has a kind of aggression, bigness, and elegance that is typically associated with some of the finest vintage synthesizers; the low end is massive and the top end can cut through but it’s that all important midrange that is the most impressive. That midrange synthesizer bass sound, that many other synths fail at (by over compensating lows and highs) isn’t an issue here and it’s that aspect that allows the Pro 3 to link the vintage to the modern. Simply put, any working producer looking for a flagship mono that can handle the rigor of modern production and can make as many classic vintage sounds as futuristic ones should not sleep on this.
The three filters on offer here all have their unique personalities and allow you to cover a vast array of sounds. The OB6 filter in particular is a favorite and combined with the sheer physicality of the analog vco’s used here, allowed me to get into a kind of Xpander territory. The ladder filter pounds and moves like a vintage synth. And the Prophet 6/AS1 filter is exactly what you expect.
No external sequencing or multitracking was used on this recording. Everything was made 100 percent on the Pro 3. This is a recording of all of the patches I submitted to Sequential for the Pro 3’s factory bank. A big thanks to the whole Sequential family and a massive congratulations from INHALT on this stunning new synth!"
Update: audio demos by Paul Dither:
And the press release: (side note: I believe this is the first solely Sequential branded synth after rebranding from DSI)
"Sequential Debuts Pro 3, Multi-filter Mono Synth Featuring VCOs, Wavetables
San Francisco, CA—January 14, 2020—Sequential today announced the Pro 3, a new flagship mono/paraphonic synthesizer. A hybrid instrument, the Pro 3 features three classic analog filters (Prophet-6, OB-6, and ladder) and three oscillators (two VCOs and one wavetable oscillator) along with a powerful new 16-track sequencer, and the ability to connect with modular synths through its four control voltage ins/outs.
“In many ways the Pro 3 is the evolution of a concept that started with the classic Sequential Circuits Pro-One,” said Sequential founder Dave Smith: “Pack as much power as possible into a compact footprint and make it sound awesome. To do that, we built on the strengths of its modern-day counterpart, the Pro 2, and created a worthy successor to both that sets a new benchmark for raw power and versatility.”
Part of this sonic versatility comes from the Pro 3’s oscillators: Two voltage controlled oscillators provide traditional triangle, saw, and pulse waves with waveshaping, while a third digital wavetable oscillator provides 32 tables of 16 waves each with wave morphing. Three vintage-style filters shape the sound of these oscillators. Filter 1 is a 4-pole low-pass design based on the Prophet-6 filter. Filter 2 is a classic transistor ladder filter with optional resonance compensation to preserve its low-end punch. Filter 3 is a classic 2-pole, state-variable design based on the OB-6 filter that can be continuously varied between low-pass, notch, and high-pass operation, with an optional band-pass mode. A Drive control provides additional punch to all three filters.
The feature set of the Pro 3 is rounded out with a multimode arpeggiator, three LFOs, four loopable ADSR+delay envelopes, dual digital effects (delays, reverbs, and various time-based effects), tuned feedback, analog distortion, and extensive modulation possibilities. The LFOs, delay, and arpeggiator can be synced to either the internal clock or an external MIDI clock. A programmable position-sensitive touch slider and pitch and mod wheels provide nuanced control over live performance. The synth is also capable of 3-voice paraphonic operation. This makes it possible to play 3-note chords where the three individual oscillators share a common filter and envelopes.
The full-featured sequencer provides 16-track sequences of up to 64 steps, with ratcheting, variable gate and sequence lengths, multiple playback modes, and paraphonic operation. It also syncs to MIDI clock and external audio input, and inputs/outputs control voltages. In addition to notes, sequence tracks can control any parameter in the 32-slot, 171-destination modulation matrix.
Another key feature of the Pro 3 is its four scalable rear-panel control voltage inputs and outputs, which allow compatibility with modular synths. Control voltages are routed from within the modulation matrix and run at audio rates for extreme modulation effects. “We wanted to make the Pro 3 as flexible as possible,” said Smith. “The CVs and deep mod matrix make it a mini modular in its own right — without all the patch cables.”
Sequential is also offering the Pro 3 SE, a special edition version of the synthesizer that puts the same synthesis power into a collector-worthy design that features a tilt-up control panel and full, premium-grade walnut trim.
The Pro 3 standard edition will be available at the end of January with a US MAP of $1,599.
The Pro 3 SE will be available in February with a US MAP of $2,099."
Launchpad Pro [MK3] is our most powerful 64-pad MIDI grid controller for producing: both in Ableton Live and with your hardware. It gives you everything you need to create and perform your tracks.
Featuring deeper Live integration and dedicated buttons that get you closer to the Ableton workflow, Launchpad Pro [MK3] is our most advanced grid controller for producing with Ableton Live. Plus, keep your tracks evolving with the four-track, eight-note polyphonic, 32-step standalone sequencer, get inspired to build harmonies with chord mode and never hit a wrong note with scale mode.
Make Launchpad Pro [MK3] your own. Custom Modes lets you design the perfect controller for your live setup and perform with all your gear, however you want. You can also tailor Launchpad Pro [MK3] to take control of MIDI-compatible hardware and software – with or without a computer.
That’s not all, Launchpad Pro comes with a constant source of inspiration featuring plug-ins, sounds, instruments and effects from AAS, Softube, XLN Addictive Keys, and Klevgrand R0Verb and DAW Cassette- plus membership to Novation Sound Collective.
What’s Different?
Key improvements over the previous Launchpad Pro:
• Powerful built-in sequencer allows Launchpad Pro [MK3] to control any MIDI synth, sampler or drum machine.
• Transport controls, tap tempo, Print To Clip and Capture MIDI provides deeper integration with Ableton Live.
• Eight Custom Modes and the Components editor help to make Launchpad Pro your own.
• Chord Mode makes it easy to create and perform with sophisticated harmonies.
• Larger, more expressive pads for a more rewarding playing experience.
• More compact, more portable and more powerful as a standalone device than ever.
• USB-C connector with USB powering for standalone use."
LaunchPad Pro mk3 Standalone Sequencer EXPLAINED Published on Jan 14, 2020 BoBeats
"Launchpad Pro Mk3 is here and its not just an Ableton Live midi controller, it is a standalone hardware sequencer too! Perfect for those of us that integrate synthesizers in our studio.
via Twisted-Electrons
"We are proud to present MEGAfm, a result of several years of development.
MEGAfm uses and abuses the vintage YM2612 FM chip originally found in the Megadrive/Genesis games console.
MEGAfm ships early March
BEAUTIFUL DIRT
Unlike most FM synthesizers that are very clean and digital, the YM2612 has very characterful tone allowing a broad sound palette ranging from beautiful plucked strings to growly distorted bass lines.
TACTILE OPERATORS
Hardware FM synthesizers are infamous for their reduced controls and complexity to program, with tiny LCD screens and only a couple of buttons to operate a load of menus…
With its 32 operators faders, 14 knobs and 15 buttons MEGAfm offers unprecedented hands-on FM control!
Update: I thought it worth noting that this project is being done with Tom Oberheim's blessing. From the Kickstarter campaign:
"Tom Oberheim of tomoberheim.com and Oberheim Electronics is aware of our plans to market an OB-X-centric synth. We asked permission and he did not have any reservations with our plans and said good luck! We have also offered a royalty per unit but there was no interest. However, even though the VS-1 is by nature a boutique offering and won't break any sales records, we will indeed be paying a royalty in deference to the original design."
"The VS-1 combines vintage analog sound with modern features, designed for those that find modern synths over-perfected. Based on the discrete analog design of the iconic Oberheim™ OB-X, the VS-1 utilizes many of the same design trade-offs, including a signal path comprised of discrete transistors, op-amps, & 3080 OTA's utilizing through-hole components. Combined with modern digital control, a clean & simple interface, and packed into a 3U rack... this is the essence of the VS-1.
It’s all about the tone. Based on the classic OB-X, each voice consists of two analog VCO's and a 12dB OTA Filter (LP/BP/HP) and VCA.
VCO's Two discrete VCO's per voice with saw and pulse waves. Pulse width can be adjusted from 0% to 100%. VCO1 can be modulated by VCO2 (crossmod) and VCO2 can by hard-synced to the frequency of VCO1. VCO's can also be modulated by two analog LFO's, two digital LFO's per-voice, and a DADSR 5-stage envelope generator.
Noise Analog white & pink noise.
Portamento Analog polyphonic portamento gives a natural clustering effect between voices as the analog components are never perfectly matched. Although this requires many additional components it has been included - another example of small imperfections that impart character. In addition, digital portamento with both fixed rate and fixed time modes is also included.
12dB OTA Filter The classic resonant 12dB multimode filter is the desert island filter, simply awesome in a polyphonic synth. The classic OB-X had a fixed lowpass mode, the OB-R has lowpass, bandpass & highpass modes.
Panning VCA's Each voice retains the classic 3080 OTA VCA but also includes a stereo panning VCA that can be modulated by several sources. The spread control make it easy to pan voices across the stereo field.
Envelope Generators Each voice has a dedicated analog ADSR for the filter and VCA. In addition there is a global five-stage DADSR with (20) modulation destinations.
Analog LFO's Two global analog LFO's with triangle, square and S&H waveforms can be sent to VCO1 frequency and pulse width, VCO2 frequency and pulse width, and filter cutoff.
Digital LFO’s Two LFO’s per voice with triangle, sawtooth, reverse sawtooth, square, and random waves with (20) destinations. LFO’s also have dedicated attack-decay envelopes and can be free-running or synced to the arpeggiator, sequencer, or MIDI clock for tempo-synced effects.
"In this episode I delve deeper into the Yamaha DX1 and show you all of its features. Check out the plug-in version of the DX1 from UVI here: https://www.uvi.net/vintage-vault-3"
"Messing about on the Korg DS8. What a great synth! They tried to simplify the FM synthesis idea introduced a few years before this synth came out made famous by Yamaha. Actually Korg licensed the technology from them and kind of said "nice try, but this is what people really want - a synth you can actually program without reading the manual". In this vid, its going through the Korg A1 FX unit (with remote)
"The Ekdahl Polygamist is one of only 53 made (now discontinued) by Knas which is mainly designed with experimental / drone / noise / improv in mind but can really take you wherever you wana go. The basic architecture is classic VCO/VCF/VCA design but all of the building blocks have been designed to allow for much more interesting / chaotic sounds then you get from your bread-and-butter synth.
Highlights includes VCO1 which features a "Tilt" output which is a triangle wave that can be *tilted* from sawtooth, to triangle, to ramp. VCO2, the "Pitch multiplying oscillator" consists of a fundamental and three "sub harmonics" that mimics additative/FM synthesis for very complex waveform and chaos generation. The ADSR is loopable and can be used as an oscillator, it can also be paused in its transition. The three LFOs all go to audio range and two of them go down to about 4 minutes for one waveform period. It also features a duophonic, pressure sensitive ribbon controller which sends MIDI data. It has two independent MIDI/USB-to-CV converters which can be ganged in duophonic mode. And there is of course, much, much more.
In good working condition and well looked after, this also comes with a custom yellow flightcase, original manual, adapter and some patch cables."
"Korg Poly-Ensemble S string synthesizer, produced between 1976-1979. This is a divide down/Paraphonic synth, meaning that every key can be played at the same time, however they all share the same FX/filtering. The Poly-S has a number of voices, from Organ, Brass, Strings, Choirs, with a built-in Phaser FX unit. It's an incredibly unique, and lush sounding synthesizer. This particular unit seems to be in working condition, it does have some scratch in the volume pot/knob, and the large buttons that select the voices have a bit of scratch to them. A few of the buttons for the voices get temperamental on occasion, but have never stopped working completely..."
"The sequencer the world has been waiting for. #KeyStepPro gives keyboard players incredible sequencing and performance power in a compact, versatile controller."
Availability March 20
$449/399€
"Perfect for live performance
KeyStep Pro will become your go-to choice for performing live. It’s perfectly geared to bringing your ideas to life, reacts quickly to your creativity, and intuitively puts you in control.
Each of the 4 independent tracks can be used either for creating custom sequences or performing arpeggios. We’ve kept things straightforward: to select a track, just hit the dedicated button for whichever one you want. Track 1 can either be a standard melodic sequencer, or a powerful drum sequencer, depending on your preference and setup.
Once you’ve made a few groups of sequences, you’ll want to save them to play them again in the future. No problem, as KeyStep Pro lets you store and recall 16 different projects. Access them with the “Project” button and the menu knob.
KeyStep Pro also features the same addictive touch-sensitive looper/roller strip as the BeatStep Pro and DrumBrute. Too popular to leave out, this little strip lets you throw in fills and breaks whenever you want, adding an unpredictable edge and live energy to your performances.
Powerful performance controls
Our sequencers can be seen all over the world, and are loved by top artists, studios, and amateur producers alike. KeyStep Pro makes gigging easy and fun, with instant and intuitive access to inspiring performance features. Multi-mode arpeggiator, randomness, easy chord mode, and real-time recording for creating on the fly. The crisp OLED displays and LED-illuminated controls will help you see it all in the dark, too!
Tracks
4 independent sequencers, controlling whatever synth, module, or drum machine you want.
Patterns
16 patterns per track. Each sequencer pattern can be up to 64 steps long, and contain 16 notes per step.
Chains
Link up to 16 patterns together to create whole songs or sections of your set.
Scenes
Snapshots of all the sequences within a pattern, letting you instantly switch between sets of sequences.
Projects
Everything in one place. Load, duplicate, tweak, edit, and save for later in its onboard memory.
Unite your gear
Your ever-growing collection of boutique modular gear, vintage synths, and software instruments can finally perform in unison, thanks to the jaw-dropping connectivity KeyStep Pro has to offer. 4 CV, Gate and Mod outputs, 8 dedicated drum Gate outputs, Clocks, MIDI in, 2 MIDI outs, a solo metronome output, sustain input to let you get expressive with your performance, and USB for easy power and DAW/softsynth control.
Published on Jan 14, 2020 Blipblox Explorer Channel
"Introducing the Blipblox After Dark. New look, new features, all of the fun.
The audio on this video was record directly off the stereo Audio Out of the After Dark.
- Advanced multimode resonant filter gives every sound a rich, analog-like quality.
- Multi-tap stereo delay adds a full, lush quality to the output.
- New oscillator modulation schemes include enhanced Blipblox classics, plus all new schemes that utilize 256 custom wavetables that can be morphed and scanned.
- The After Dark’s drums are generated by over a hundred new kick and snare samples that can be individually pitched for unique, professional beats.
2 Days To Go... Published on Jan 14, 2020 BEHRINGER
Behringer revealed the 923 Noise & Filter here. This one appears to be the 921 OSCILLATOR. Note there are several clones of this module from other manufacturers as well. Curious if this is based on one of them, the original, or their own. Their EDP Wasp clone closely resembles the Jasper clone.
"Here’s ALT from NANO Modules. A quad VCA module in an 8hp Eurorack format. Three channels features both manual gain (level, bias or offset) as well as CV inputs with CV attenuversion (attenuation and inversion) which gives lots of control and opens up the module to sidechain and ducking like FX as well as easily making auto pan FX too. The fourth channel is a more basic VCA with input, CV input and output. This is normalised open until you plug in a signal which is useful for the onboard mixing. ALT is also a mixer, either for basic mixing of audio or CV, for CV mixing, for cascaded mixing (2x 2 input mixers, 1x 3 input mixer + a VCA …). This video aims to go through the basics to more advanced patching answering the age old modular questions “WHY YOU CAN NEVER HAVE ENOUGH VCAS!” Going from basic amplitude control to full on AM synthesis and patching up other FX and dynamic modulations of modulation. For those comfortable with how VCAs work skip ahead with the timing index below to get right to the patch tips.
TIMING INDEX // SECTIONS
00:00 Hello & video previews
00:53 What is ALT? Feature run down
02:59 VCA basics and how ALT works
05:34 Basic audio mixing, CV controlled mixing and how to patch sidechain compression / ducking FX
07:52 A quick tip for creating unique modulation sources
09:12 Expanding basic patches with VCAs
10:25 How to create an auto panner
12:22 Dynamic AM synthesis"
Twice the headroom for access to a new range of classic clean tones in mono and duo modes
