MATRIXSYNTH: Friday, March 13, 2020

Friday, March 13, 2020

Strange performance on Bass Station II

Published on Mar 13, 2020 SPACE DRIFTER

"Just jamming with sounds and riffs"

Moog Sub 25: "Teardrops"

Published on Mar 13, 2020 Kris Lennox

"Moog Sub 25, piano etc.
Isn't the ladder filter just fantastic. Inimitable.

Enjoy/all best
Kris"

Patch of the Week 49: volca nubass with Nu:Tekt OD:S Tube Overdrive

Published on Mar 13, 2020 Korg

"The Korg volca nubass features nutube analog vaccum tubes in its oscillator (VTO: Vacuum Tube Oscillator) circuit as well as the saturator for its sub oscillator. But what if we use the Nu:Tekt OD:S tube overdrive pedal DIY kit to add even more tube gain to our signal? The result is a totally distorted acid bassline with massive squelch and filter rip."

Korg Patch of the Week posts

Jupiter-X + TR-8 | Live Synth Jams

Published on Mar 13, 2020 MR TUNA Music

All sounds from the JP-X
Drums from the TR-8 though.
Scatter power from MX-1
Looped and sequenced by Squarp Pyramid

Moog Offers Minimoog Model D iOS App For Free

via @moogmusicinc

"A gift to spread positivity, creativity, and expressivity. A moment to slow down, appreciate our innate strength, & experience the uplifting power of sound.

The Minimoog Model D iOS app is free for download.

Stay open, stay safe, and #synthesizelove."

You can download the app here.

The Studio Electronics Midi Mini Synth - a vintage clone of a vintage classic

Published on Mar 13, 2020 Alex Ball

"Whilst synth clones are cropping up left, right and center at the moment, it isn't a new idea. A case in point is the Studio Electronics Midi Mini from 1989.

From asking around I've gathered that SE started this concept by taking the boards out of actual Minimoogs and housing them in a rack mountable case with extra features and midi. The midi to CV was done by Frankensteining a Roland MPU-101 into the rear of the synth and this was dubbed the "Midi Moog".

At some point SE started cloning the boards themselves from scratch and I presume this was because they wanted to produce bigger quantities and sourcing old Minimoogs and MPU-101s wasn't really practical when it came to that ambition. This new version was called the 'Midi Mini' and that's what we're looking at today. To confuse things, I'm told that there were some Midi Mini's with original Moog boards inside them too.

In addition to all the original features of the Model D, the Mini Midi adds a dedicated LFO, velocity sensitivity, aftertouch, oscillator sync, extra keyboard modes and more. This gives you the timeless sound of the Minimoog with extended sonic possibilities and seamless connectivity to a digital audio workstation."

BURG - Solace

Published on Mar 13, 2020 ollilaboratories

"If you like my music you can find it here http://bit.ly/BurgMusic and also please consider supporting me at patreon for as little as 1 USD http://bit.ly/BurgPatreon

As a BURG patreon You will get access to behind the scenes materials (making of), exclusive live streams, tiers with stems, loop packs and other perks including access to the exclusive BURG discord.

Track info:

With this track I am trying to break free from writers block. I have been working a lot lately, spending time away from the studio which just pushed me into a dark hole of musical procrastination. I decided to go back to basics just using a couple of instruments playing a simple melody i have had glued to my brain for some time... and hey it worked, out came this tune :)

The melody is probably destined for something a bit bigger so I'll keep this one in my back pocket for now as there are still some unexplored variations to the main theme.

Hope you will enjoy it !

Gear used:

- Moog Subsequent 37 + Strymon timeline (dTape), BlueSky (modulated room)
- KORG Monologue + SolidGoldFX electroman delay
- Novation PEAK + Arturia Keystep as sequencer

All recorded on the Zoom H5 on 2 track, mixed in the Behringer 1002B. Post processing, compressor and limiter plus a slight bit of EQ to lift the mids and high as the track was a bit muddy."

Sequential Pro 3 Paraphonic Hybrid Keyboard Synthesizer

Published on Mar 13, 2020 Perfect Circuit

"With analog and wavetable oscillators, three filters, endlessly intricate multitrack sequencer, Sequential instruments, the Pro 3 challenges the very notion of what a monosynth can be. For more about the Pro 3, read here: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/signal...

The Pro 3 is not beholden to any musical style—capable of everything from smooth leads to complete tracks of jarring, edgy rhythmic sequences, it is every bit monosynth as it is drum machine or destructive sound device. It offers two analog oscillators and one wavetable oscillator, which can each operate with relative independence: the option for three-note paraphony means that polyphonic textures and sequences can easily be coaxed out of this instrument.

The extensive modulation options, though, are what really brings it to life. It offers looping envelopes, LFOs, a 16-track modulation sequencer, a huge modulation matrix, and even assignable CV inputs and outputs. Paired with the velocity and aftertouch-capable keyboard and arpeggiator, this means that the Pro 3 can be played in a huge number of ways. So whether you're used to working with sequencers, modular synths, or keyboards, the Pro 3 can easily find a place in your setup."

Perfect Circuit Cancels Upcoming Events Due to Coronavirus

via @Perfect_Circuit

"Your health is our highest priority, thus we are making a conscious decision to follow the guidelines of public health experts and postpone all of our events for the foreseeable future. As soon as the level of concern decreases we will be back to our regular schedule. Stay safe!"

https://www.perfectcircuit.com/events

Pictured: flyer for SoCal Synth Society Electronic Open Mic that was to be held on March 18.

Novation Spotlight: Icarus

Full interview with Novation here

"We caught up with Bristol-based brothers and electronic music producers Icarus ahead of the release of their latest project 'Unfold'.

Sharing a long journey through the outer realms of electronic music and having recently signed to FFRR (Full Frequency Range Recordings), we wanted to discover a little more about their background in music making, their greatest inspirations and the setup they used to create the sounds for their first release for the label, 'Unfold'."

Check out additional Novation Spotlight posts here.

SUPERBOOTH 2020 Cancelled Due to Cornavirus

via SUPERBOOTH:

"Due to the current health situation and the worldwide development of the Coronavirus, there will be no SuperBooth event in 2020. All ticketholder can give their already purchased tickets back for a full refund."

Musikmesse 2020 Cancelled Due to Coronavirus

via the Musikmesse

"Musikmesse, Musikmesse Plaza 2020 and Musikmesse Festival events with more than 1,000 attendees cancelled Consequent on a general degree issued by the Hessian Ministry for Social Affairs and Integration, it is no longer possible to hold the ‘Musikmesse Plaza’ (3 and 4 April) or any concerts of the ‘Musikmesse Festival’ (31 March to 4 April) with over 1,000 visitors against the background of the rapid spread of SARS-CoV-2 infections. As it cannot be expected that the situation will change soon enough to schedule an adequate catch-up event, the organisers announce that the international trade show Musikmesse will not take place in 2020. The new dates for Musikmesse 2021 will be announced soon."

Ambient Tunes By The River (iPad + Launchpad Jam)

Published on Mar 13, 2020 Perplex On

"Just some loose and calm notes by the river. Using several instances of the free Spectrumsynthesizer bundle and Alteza reverb while the Launchpad mini is playing the Arpticles preset in Mozaik. Enjoy!"

Synthwave meets Metal

Published on Mar 13, 2020 Gabe Miller Music

"A song that combines synthwave/retrowave and djent metal... Djentwave?"

Elektron Model:Cycles Explained

Published on Mar 13, 2020 BoBeats

"A beginners guide to Elektron Model:Cycles. Sponsored by Skillshare: The first 500 people who click the link in the description will get 2 free months of Skillshare Premium: https://skl.sh/bobeats17

Time stamps:
Basic Operation 0:57
CTRL-ALL & Temp Save: 3:02
Loading a preset: 5:35
Parameter locks: 6:32
Sequencer operation: 7:34
Retrig 9:42
Conditional trigs: 10:31
Live recording 11:54
Sound locks 12:55
Tone Machine 'Mini Tutorial 14:23
Live Rec Parameter Changes 18:50
Nudge 19:29
LFO 24:17
Polyrhythms/Polymeter (Track/Pattern Scale) 25:45
Fill 27:44"

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Cat Full of Updates #6

Published on Mar 13, 2020 Cat Full of GHOSTS

"A quick update on the Synth.BT product that is currently shipping!

#audio #video #synthesisers #eurorack #update #kickstarter"

Critter & Guitari - Granular Freezer for Organelle

Published on Mar 13, 2020 Critter & Guitari

"Download patch here: https://www.critterandguitari.com/org...

This is one the original Organelle patches but we never got around to making a proper demo video until now. So here it is!

With Granular Freezer, the Organelle transforms audio input into a randomized grain cloud. Use the Aux button or footswitch to latch or 'Freeze' the current grain recordings. Use the keyboard to play the grains at musical pitches. You can play along with the frozen grains too. Unfreeze at any time to granularize new sounds!"