Rhythm Box TS 2000 drum machine + Roland DC 20 Analog Echo + Roland RV 100 Spring Reverb

Published on Feb 11, 2020 SUBTOKYOSHOP

Rhythm Box TS 2000 70's analog drum machine
+ Roland DC 20 Analog Echo 80's BBD delay
+ Roland RV 100 Reverb Add 80's spring reverb

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Retroaktiv DW-8P Controller For EX-8000, DW-8000 & DW-6000

Published on Feb 11, 2020 Retroaktiv Synthesizers

"This is part 1 of a 2 part video giving a walkthrough of the DW-8P controller. The first section of the video describes the basic parameters, controls, and MIDI setup options.

The second half of the video focuses primarily on the sound creation capabilities of the unit, such as the patch generator, and the optional MXB-1 memory card."

Retroaktiv DW-8P posts

Emu Emulator III SN 1290697 w/ Extras

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"Emu Emulator III EIII Vintage 16bit Analog Filter VCA Hard Max Ram Sampler Synth. Condition is Used.Very good condition EIII produced first in 1987-not to be confused with the later and much less coveted EIIIX all digital sampler.This is the very rare 4 space rack unit that typically sells for much higher prices than the keyboard.Comes with 2 manual that are missing some content but a digital manual is available online or I will attempt to burn a disc with some extra files.Also sending along 2 cd-roms produced by Emu Vintage Synths and Special Effects and power cable.The 2gb hard drive already has some of the vintage synth on it along with the operating system 2.40.This is also the 8mb. max ram version.Depeche Mode used this model extensively on 1989s Violator.The Analog Filters and Vca create a superb WARM playback of any content you play through it."

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Modified MAM MB33 Analog RETRO Bass Synthesizer w/ Circuitbenders Acid FM Mods

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Published on Mar 21, 2017 circuitbenders.co.uk

"MAM MB33 Retro with Acid FM mods: This video shows the filter FM mod modulating the filter cutoff at audio frequencies using the internal square and sawtooth VCO waveforms as FM sources. It also demonstrates the Filter Lock mod that holds the filter and VCA open with no envelope, the resonance boost, and the overdrive mod.

The MB33 retro seems to be designed to slightly distort the output stage at full volume, much like the TB303 did. The Drive mod boosts this distortion savagely for some grungy acid techno sounds."

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Waldorf Mod1 Eurorack Modulator Module

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"3 In one modulator.

The primary modulator is an 8 part envelope generator ADADADR with a looping feature as well. Trigger or gates will activate it

The far left modulator can be a triggered Gate or LFO with adjustable Rise and Fall symmetry plus CV in for Speed and Symmetry.

The far Right modulator is an AR envelope with adjustable rise and fall times plus adjustable curve.

The Mod 1 is a great all in one Modulation centerpiece to your rack!"

DOmilasiezento - Italian ARP2600 Clone by Mirco Trentin

Some pics and details in via SoundMiT who also brought us the one of a kind MCS70 by Elka's Mario Maggi.

via the creator Mirco Trentin:

"Two years of hard work, many hours spent for development and many hours for soldering, at the end domilasiezento is alive. Domilasiezento is a dialect Veneto word of 2600. I diced to build it 2 years ago, I'm searching for schematics, pcb, components equivalences, i redraw all pcb's with a CAD but I keep the original layout. Result is DOmilasiezento, Full size, same graphics 3rd generation with 4072 VCF, midi implementation with duophonic cv, case copper with modern tolex and of course a spring reverber.

This is my creature.
have a fun
Mirco Trentin"

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TM Synthesis FLUX - Temporal Modulation Rhythm Sequencer For Eurorack Launches on Kickstarter

Follow-up to this post. You can find the Kickstarter here.

"Flux is a Temporal Modulation Synthesis™ Complex Rhythm Sequencer for Eurorack.

With Flux, I aimed to create a rhythm sequencer that went beyond quantized rhythms. I wanted the ability to compose true polyrhythms, Euclidean rhythms, realistic and complex rhythms easily. Developing Flux with these goals in mind resulted in the Temporal Modulation Synthesis algorithm. I believe that with Flux I have now arrived at the perfect set of parameters to interact with the TM Synthesis algorithm easily. The ARM Cortex-M7 provides the processing power to execute the module with 64-bit double floating point precision, calculating rhythms with an extremely high degree of accuracy.

This next section has a lot of info about Temporal Modulation Synthesis, if you don't care about the details, prefer to experiment or just want to make exciting rhythms, skip to the Humanize section!

WHAT IS TEMPORAL MODULATION SYNTHESIS?

Temporal Modulation Synthesis applies a curvature to time, creating rhythms by modulating the linearity of trigger distribution within a step (each step can output a density of between 1-64 triggers). This video shows the density of a single step sweeping from 1 to 64:"

You can find the video and more at the Kickstarter campaign here.

Don Martin's Moog Music Cincinnati Modular System

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Not the sharpest pics, but this is definitely not something you see everyday. A Don Martin Moog Modular. Don owned the rights to Moog Music while Bob Moog was running Big Briar. Bob sued Don Martin to get the name back in time for the release of the Voyager and Bob Moog's re-entry into the synth market. There was also Alex Winters in the UK who own the rights to the Moog name at the time, making Minimoogs (you can see one here). Don Martin also made a Minimoog, often referred as the Donimoog.

This is a fascinating bit of synth history.

From the listing:

"Don Martin's Moog Music Cincinnati Modular System
8 modules + Power Supply and cables
you can find info about these modules at moogmodular.com and on the net (Bob Moog, Don Martin, lawsuit, etc.)

1 X 9501A oscillator controller
1 X 9501B oscilator
1 X 9504A low pass filter
1 X 9504B high pass filter
1 X 9503A random signal generator
1 X 9502 voltage controlled amplifier
2 X 9511 enveloppe generator

power suplly
connectors cables
s-trig cables (+trig converter if needed)

those modules are sold as collector items.

they are faithfull recreations of the first moog modular, using the same strange power voltage, fully compatible with original moog systems, but not with modern standards.

the high pass filter is not working properly, due to a component failure, but I can probably have it fixed.

I deliberately set a high price to avoid an impulse buy which could create a misanderstanding.

If you are interested, you can contact me, ask anything you would like to know and make an offer.

The photos are a little blurred so I will post more and better photos later.

Thanks for your interest."

See the Don Martin/Donimoog labels below for additional posts.

Bass Station 2 Patches for Techno, Ambient and Electronica "Chromatin" - Sound Demo (no talking)

Published on Feb 11, 2020 Limbic Bits

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Effects:
Valhalla DSP Vintage Verb, Shimmer & Delay

Reminder: MIGSI: Connecting Acoustic Instruments, Modular Synths & Max Event at Perfect Circuit

Follow-up to this post.

"Tomorrow! #ryangaston and @sarahbellereid will perform with their custom-designed MIGSI, and share some ideas on augmenting acoustic instruments with electronics, modular synths, and Max. Don't miss it - tinyurl.com/s9z44tz"

Check out previous posts featuring Sarah Belle Reid with her MIGSI (Minimally Invasive Gesture Sensing Interface) for trumpet here.

Sound of a Chunk of Ice Falling Down a 450 Foot Hole?

What does a 9 inch ice core sound like when dropped down a 450 foot hole? Like this! Credit to @peter_neff for the idea and @Scripps_Polar, @sciencejenna, @GeosciencesPU, @US_IceDrilling, and @paleosurface for the execution! pic.twitter.com/pW7LxKdbUB

— John Andrew Higgins (@blueicehiggins) February 7, 2020

Buchla? Serge? Definitely West Coast... See the nature label for more.

Makeshift VHS Tape Ribbon Controller In 3-Minutes

Published on Feb 11, 2020 gstormelectro

Audio + Video by G-Storm Electro c. 2020

Haven't had any synth repairs or DIY hacks in a while.
A buddy sent a FB video link and asked what's up with this.
Somebody was using a videotape as a makeshift ribbon controller.
Using the tape to send a control voltage to their modular gear.
You may have seen something like this, but wondered about the details required.

Does it actually work?
If so what are the necessary steps?
Let's find out.

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Vinicius Electrik Lizard Module Demonstration by Monty

Published on Feb 11, 2020 Key Magic Inc

Monty describes our Vinicius Electrik Lizard VCO / Sequencer module.

5 Patchlets with LedRover and ReduXer from VoicAS

Published on Feb 11, 2020 Omri Cohen

"If you like what I do and want to support my work, consider joining my crew on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/omricohen"

LedRover is a multi diode overdrive module that adds complexity and harmonic richness to any signal.
Three types of diode clipping modes are avaliable:
* Red LED for a compressed drive that is rich in harmonics.
* Blue LED for a punchy & crunchy Drive.
* Germanium diode for a more vintage overdrive.

Technical Specifications
Custom made Drive potentiometer with 300 degrees rotation allows for more fine control and higher resolution of the drive amount.
Three bass boost levels.
Drive CV input with attenuator for external control of the drive.
Drive "Color" - changes the drive brightness.
input gain amplifier for pushing the drive to it's limits.
Dual input with gain amount.
Noise filtering and resettable fuses on the module's power input.
Reverse current protection.

Current Draw
+12V : 5mA
-12V : 5mA

Dimensions
Width : 8HP
Depth : 25mm

$170"

Reduxer
Stereo sample rate/bit reducer

Reduxer is a stereo sample/bit reducer effect module.
Depends on it's signal, It can produce dynamic range of sounds from knurly bitcrushing to formant/vowel style effects.

Technical Specifications
Custom made Redux potentiometer with 300 degrees rotation for extra "crashing" resolution.
Two proprietary reduxer circuits for stereo effect.
Inputs are normelized - supporting mono to stereo configuration.
Stereo spread offset for "motion" effect in the stereo field.
Redux Drive CV input with attenuator for external control of the bit reduction rate.
Wet/Dry mix.
input gain amplifiers for pushing the effect to it's limits.
Noise filtering and resettable fuses on the module's power input.
Reverse current protection.

Current Draw
+12V : 25mA
-12V : 25mA

Dimensions
Width : 8HP
Depth : 20mm

$150 $170

Wurlitzer Synthesizer

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The Orbit III? You can find a demo of a chopped one here.

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Pics of the inside...

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Serge Wave Multiplier / Res EQ in Stand Alone Box

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"Serge Wave Multiplier / Res EQ in stand along box CGS / LW - Licensed. I didn't want to add another full boat to my system so I had this built by Loudest Warning aka the bad producer.

The box is roughly 7"x4"x3" with STS style molex connector."

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Casio VZ-10M Rack Module MIDI Synthesizer

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"Included are the original manual, MIDI specification booklet, and two ROM soundbank cards in their original vinyl protective sleeves — the standard RC-100 card that was included from the factory, and the increasingly hard to find RC-110 "US COLLECTION". NOTE: The power supply is for 100-120V 50/60 Hz power only, and I'll include a normal grounded power cord for a buyer located in either USA or Canada.

Also, while this synthesizer module is in very clean condition (among the cleanest specimens I've seen actually) it is not strictly "mint". I've circled some minor scuffs in the finish in yellow in some of the listing images, so please look carefully — some of them I was hardly able to capture with camera and were otherwise something I had to really look for, but I also wanted to be absolutely transparent about the condition of the item you are buying. The display remains reasonably bright and easy to read, and is also free of scratches (as is the rest of the faceplate). There isn't even noticeable rack rash on the ears. The owner's manuals are in good, very readable, unmarked condition but the cover flap on the owner's guide is a bit torn at the bottom and like the MIDI spec guide exhibits some shelf wear.

Honestly I think this is in many ways a more charming synthesizer than the original Yamaha DX-7, for which this synthesizer along with its keyboard cousin (the VZ-1) were Casio's answer on the market to. The quality of the individual oscillators is (imo) noticeably better, there's ring modulation, and the timbres rawer and somehow "dirtier". It's noteworthy that sound output on this module is a bit crisper and quieter than those of the VZ-1 (and yes, even the DX-7). With the right timbres through a quality reverb, this could be a lovely instrument. Sadly, I no longer play."

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Waldorf Microwave XTk Wavetable Synthesizer ( 30 voices )

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Custom white ALBS knobs. The originals are known to break down over time. You can get ALBS knobs at Modular Addict here.

"Here is the opportunity to get aWaldorf Xtk (30 Voices ) in Excellent condition !

*Professionally SERVICED in FULL Working order*

+Flight case (Brand New )
+Full set of New Knobs."

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Crumar Bit 99

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Video in the listing previously posted here.

"Here is the opportunity to get a Crumar Bit99 in Excellent condition !

*Professionally SERVICED in FULL Working order*"

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Roland Vocoder Plus VP-330 w/ Kenton Midi

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*Professionally SERVICED in FULL Working order*

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MFB SYNTH PRO /////// S T E R E O \\\\\\\

Published on Feb 11, 2020 LESINDES

"Checken the stereo capabilities of MFB SYNTH PRO. MFB 12 dB multimode filter panned to the left and SSM 24 dB LP panned to the right.

4 panning modes are available: Mono / Narrow / Wide / L-R -- I was using mostly the latter!

The first patch filters in serial mode , 2nd in parallel.

The audio is recorded straight out of the machine.

Sometime I add in also a bit internal reverb (s. knob 4 from top of the extreme right row)."

Wavefront_Audio 16+ Channel Analog VOCODER - early tests

Published on Feb 11, 2020 synthprocess Club of the Knobs Synthesizer

"In March 2019, Wavefront_Audio has premiered its 16+ Channel Analog Vocoder plus Channel Manager at synthplex in Burbank/California. Have a look at the first testings in the lab in Lisbon, Portugal. For more informations please see wavefront-audio.com"

New Wicks Patchy, handmade synth from Rarebeasts

Published on Feb 10, 2020 Rarebeasts

"The Wicks Patchy is a tiny patch synth that lets you experiment with sound by connecting modules in different ways using small cables.

You can be super creative with this instrument as you get to choose how the modules are connected.

This synth has 3 modules, VCO, Gate and LFO that can be connected in hundreds of ways.
The 5 controls at the base of the unit can be connected to any of the module inputs. To get started all you have to do is connect the power via a USB plug and attach your speaker or headphones. Now just attach one of the 5 controls to the VCO input and you are making sound, change the sound by connecting the modules in different ways. Instruction are included giving details of all the connections."

Roland Fantom (Ver. 1.50) Focus on VOCODER (1 of 2) - Vocoding DRUMS!

Published on Feb 11, 2020 gattobus

"Here's a quick walkthorough on FANTOM Vocoder menu settings and a little trick on how to use VOCODER with the DRUM PART as modulator!
Imho, this is by far one of the best sounding vocoders I've ever heard in a synthesizer! :D"

Update:

Roland Fantom (Ver. 1.50) Focus on VOCODER (2 of 2) - "Doin' it right" - DAFT PUNK cover

Published on Feb 21, 2020 gattobus

"Here's the second video focus on Fantom's VOCODER (OS ver. 1.50 onwards)
A quick tutorial on how to replicate the vocoder voice of Daft Punk.
If you just want to hear the cover, you can skip at min 2:04
I recommend listening using a good pair of headphones.
(This song contains some very low frequencies it may not sound well in small speakers ;) )

Song's been sequenced using Fantom's internal sequencer.
Some vocals have been dubbed, others were sampled inside the Fantom and played in real time through the sequencer."

RolandJX-8P vs MKS-70 duel | Which one sounds best?

Published on Feb 10, 2020 Espen Kraft

"The MKS-70 is in fact two JX-8Ps stuck in a rack. It can be set up as a 12-voice 8P, split, dual, whole and unison mode.

But is the sound any DIFFERENT from a 8P, and which one sounds the "best"?

What do you think?

Download lossless audio here: https://bit.ly/3bvD45B

The patches you hear is part of my patch bank for these synths, it can be found here:
https://bit.ly/31Pgkcr"