Gingoko Grains-With RZ-1 Drums Firmware

Published on Aug 1, 2016 Ben Francis

"Just Uploaded The RZ-1 drums-(Firmware) V2.2 PCB v2 (updated user code by JGB; input 3 is trigger input. I could not find anything online to hear it ...so here it is ."

Grains is a DIY kit from Ginko Synthese. The RZ-1 is of course the Casio RZ-1.

via Ginko Synthese:

Interesting codes to upload in your Grains:

Grains V1 PCB v1 (basic code for PCB v1)
Grains V2 PCB v2 (basic code for PCB v2)
Fresh PCB v1 (user code By Rob Bothof)
KALLE STRAM PCB v1 (user code by Kalle Govertz H. Christensen)
Patternrain V1 PCB v1 (user code by JGB; input 3 needs a clock input to work)
Patternrain V2 PCB v2 (user code by JGB; input 3 needs a clock input to work)
Grainsring V1 PCB v1 (user code by JGB; input 3 needs a clock input to work)
Grainsring V2 PCB v2 (user code by JGB; input 3 needs a clock input to work)
RZ-1 drums V1 PCB v1 (user code by JGB; input 2 is trigger input)
RZ-1 drums V2 PCB v2 (user code by JGB; input 3 is trigger input)
RZ-1 drums V2.2 PCB v2 (updated user code by JGB; input 3 is trigger input)
Wave V1 PCB v1 (user code by JGB)
Wave V2 PCB v2 (user code by JGB)
Cereals V1 PCB v1 (user code by HRTL)
Cereals V2 PCB v2 (user code by HRTL)
falafel-raps-changed-v2 PCB v2 (user code by Falafular)
Resonance-like feedback (coming soon)
Short-wave radio-like warbles and whistles (coming soon)

"The sound is a PWM output routed via an (optional) low-pass filter and a 100uF capacitor – so no external DAC is required. The low-pass filter on the PCB can be bypassed if you want. Bypassing the filter provides more clarity and a slightly louder output but more artifacts in the sound.

Not bored yet?
Here comes more information about the synthesis technique on the basic code and you will understand why I called this module “Grains”.
The “Grains” code provided on your module is based on FOF synthesis or formant synthesis. FOF synthesis is closely related to synchronous granular synthesis. It uses two simple triangle-shaped grains. The grains are separated by the same amount of time. With granular synthesis, the spacing within the grains radically change the texture that is created. The FOF grains have very little parameters: pitch and decay. In the basic “Grains” code the 2 decay values are fixed to most musical sounding and can not be altered via potentiometers. So only the pitch of the two grains can be altered via pots (or the cv inputs) and the overall grains repetition which provides the pitch of the output."

RELOAD Modular Trip 02

Published on Jun 1, 2016 RELOAD

"New patch, with modular synthesizer and TR606 modified by Alienized
Verbos Harmonic Oscillator, Complex Oscillator, Amplitude Tone Controller, Hexinverter Mutant Machine
Make Noise MMG, Otpomix, René, Echophon, Erbeverb, RxMx
4MS VCA Matrix, RCD, QCD
Random Source Resonant Eq, Ginkosynthese Sample Slicer
Turing Machine, ModCan Phaser, QuBit NanoRand, Zularic Repetitor and Numeric Repetitor, TipTopAudio VCF and more
No computer, no external effects, modular only"

Ginko Synthese SampleSlicer 12-Bit Eurorack Sampler Demo

Published on May 25, 2016 gstormelectro

"Video and Audio by G-Storm Electro c.2016

Demonstrating the Ginko Synthese SampleSlicer 12-Bit Eurorack Sampler. Yes 12-bit sampling, just like those old Akai S-900, S612 and MPC-60 samplers. I ordered it from Modular Addict and they shipped very quickly. This module required assembly and good soldering skills, and took me a couple of hours to build.

It uses an incoming clock to control sample recording and playback.

Recording: Control of sample length which controls how big or small the slices are. Input can be switched to audio or to record Control Voltages.

Playback: Realtime control of changes in sample length. Increasing length causes repeats, decreasing length chopped-off segments that run faster and can result in semi-granular type sounds. Also has realtime controls for pitch, start time, and length of the entire sample.

0:00 AUDIO sample of the DNA Symbiotic Waves Sequence.
1:00 CV sample of the DNA Symbiotic Waves Sequence.
1:34 AUDIO sample of DNA doing weird things
2:45 MIXING together the sample and modulating the original audio
3:57 AUDIO sample of acoustic guitar from iPod (signal boosted by mixer).

Great module for glitch. My iPod signal was pretty weak so it needed to be boosted by a mixer, it handled my other module signals like a champ. Also, maybe in future versions it could include reverse sampling."

NEW Ginko Synthese GRAINS

Published on Mar 14, 2016 paul tas

"thanks to ginko Grains V1 PCB v1 (basic code for PCB v1)"

via error instruments

"the cheapest ways to get a voltage controlled oscillator in your modular and sounds completely different than all other oscillators! It can do minimalistic clicks and plops, screaming leads, fat basslines, weird noises or chiptunes.

This is a DIY kit
The kit includes:
PCB
frontpanel
all electronic parts
Knobs and jacksockets
Arduino
powercable

How it works
The sound is a PWM output routed via an (optional) low-pass filter and a 100uF capacitor – so no external DAC is required. The low-pass filter on the PCB can be bypassed if you want. Bypassing the filter provides more clarity and a slightly louder output but more artifacts in the sound.

Not bored yet?
Here comes more information about the synthesis technique on the basic code and you will understand why I called this module “Grains”.
The “Grains” code provided on your module is based on FOF synthesis or formant synthesis. FOF synthesis is closely related to synchronous granular synthesis. It uses two simple triangle-shaped grains. The grains are separated by the same amount of time. With granular synthesis, the spacing within the grains radically change the texture that is created. The FOF grains have very little parameters: pitch and decay. In the basic “Grains” code the 2 decay values are fixed to most musical sounding and can not be altered via potentiometers. So only the pitch of the two grains can be altered via pots (or the cv inputs) and the overall grains repetition which provides the pitch of the output.

The code is highly customizable and I will upload user codes for the Grains as soon as I get them. (Please do share your own customized code with me via email: info@ginkosynthese.com)

PCB version 2 is shipped from 25-06-2015. There has been a change in the way cv input 3 is processed. All earlier codes can be changed to work with V2 and backwards, look for the analogRead (0) in the code and add an extra input for analogRead (3). You can play around with the way they influence each other.
For people who want to dive deeper in coding and want to write a lookup table for 1V/oct tracking, here is how: code doc."

Ginko Synthese - Superbooth16

Published on Apr 12, 2016 DivKidVideo

"Here Jan from Ginko Synthese takes us through his module the 'Sample Slicer' looking at mangling a Kaossilator and then some Miles Davis through a Fisher Price turntable. Finally some contact mic scratching from the Music Thing Modular Mikorphonie completes the trio of audio material to sample and well ... slice!"

Ginkosynthese grains RZ1

Published on Feb 3, 2016 Jw Hagenbeek

"Ginkosynthese GRAINS with RZ1 code triggered by Falafular Corny Rhythm."

Ginko Synthese Sampleslicer Eurorack Module

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via this auction

"What does the Sampleslicer do?

The Sampleslicer is a real-time monophonic sampler, including a 16 step voltage-controlled sequencer.The incoming sound is chopped up automatically into 16 parts by the incoming clock signal and spread out over the16 steps in the internal sequencer.

How long can it sample?

The length of the recorded sample is set by a clock-divider, so the recording time is always linked to the incoming clock signal. You can choose between time divisions of 1, ½, ⅓, ¼ and ⅛.

If the divider is set to 1 the total sample time is equal to 16 incoming clock-pulses.

If set to ½ the sample length is equal to 8 incoming clock-pulses, spread over 16 slices (so half the time). It will produce even more glitchy fun when set to ⅓, as it will spread 6 steps over 16 slices. The maximum sample time is about 15 seconds and the minimum sample time is a fraction of a second for granular noises."

Modular Day Barcelona #2

Published on Sep 30, 2015 Dmitry Distant

"Modular Day Barcelona #2
Video review from Russian synthesizer blog ANYSYNTH (vk.com/anysynth)
Organized by Knob Shop and Befaco (26/09/2015)
Featuring:
4MS (US)
ENDORPHIN.ES (AT)
CORSYNTH (ES)
KOMA Elektronik (DE)
GINKO (NL)
SOUND MACHINES (IT)
BASTL (CZ)
EOWAVE (FR)
REBEL TECHNOLOGY (UK)
FRAP TOOLS (IT)
ALEX 4 (DE)
BIRDKIDS (AT)
BEFACO (ES)
KNOB SHOP (ES)"

Upcoming Sound Labs at Amsterdam Dance Event Oct 14 - 18

Workshops at this years' Amsterdam Dance Event currently include Moog, STEIM, Ginko Synthese, and Falafular Synths. Details follow.

ADE Sound Lab: a modular synth heaven

"The modular synthesizer has always been an integral part of dance music, and ADE Sound Lab will shed a light on its heritage during a three day modular synth bonanza.
If you're planning on visiting ADE Sound Lab make sure to grab the annual ADE Card, which allows you to access MusicTalks and live performances.

Modular synths have been on the rise of late. Their new found popularity boosted the modular market in unforeseen ways. The market has spiked like never before, and there are ever more and more musicians, artists and producers making their own modular set up in search of unique sounds and machinery.

ADE Sound Lab focuses on the history and heritage of synths by inviting sound designers, inventors and even some legends of the modular world to inspire you with talks, workshops, performances and a Modular Market. By exhibiting the latest inventions in (modular) synthesis ADE explores the realm of the development of new electronic instruments, (modules for) modular synthesizer systems and audio installations, as well as innovations in the field of image and visualisations of sound. Amongst other work, ADE Sound Lab introduces the Modular Expo.

Do It Yourself Synth Building Workshops
You can not only play around with existing modules and modular systems, but you can also build your own synthesizer. ADE Sound Lab offers several Do It Yourself workshops, some free of charge, others for a fee. The latter will ensure you can take your brand new, playable synth back to your home studio.

Moog’s Chris Howe will head the workshops on Thursday and Friday. Friday will see a workshop that will be led by STEIM - Hypothetical Instruments, which will focus on the future of electronic music, what instruments will be needed and how we will correspond with those yet-to-be-invented modules. On Saturday, the DIY Workshop will be hosted by Ginko Synthese who will let you build your own synth with their very own DIY kits. They’ll even let you make a case to harness the instruments. Falafular will host on Saturday. If you like to learn more about prices and workshop registration, keep a close eye on our website and the respective event pages.

Workshops
Moog Werkstatt by Chris Howe (Moog Music Inc, US)
Werkstatt Workshop provides a way for synth experts and novices alike to explore subtractive synthesizers. Through hands-on instrument modifications, participants will learn the fundamentals of subtractive analog synthesis and the control voltage paradigm. Analog synthesizers have long had their own maker culture born of curious engineers, physicists and hobbyists who have created and crafted their sounds through electronic experimentation. It is our goal to share our love for learning, music, and electronics by encouraging everyone to create the world they want to hear, one mod at a time.

STEIM - Hypothetical Instruments
In this workshop you can design machines for creative expression. Working with low and no-tech, you’ll build non-functional instruments aimed at inventing the music machine of the future. By taking as a starting point how an individual imagines the experience of playing electronic music, we will spend the afternoon making the perfect machine or instrument for that person. This process is directly informed by the designers and researchers from Native Instruments, Johannes Kepler Universität and STEIM, with the goal of making instruments that are positioned on the bleeding edge of technology.

Ginko Synthese
Ginko Synthese, the braindchild of Jan Willem Hagenbeek, aims to close the gap between the stage and the studio. At ADE Sound Lab they will be presenting easy to build cheap DIY kits. The components are available at a reasonable price. The popularity of these kits is currently spreading across the world fast, meaning that a lot of new user codes are becoming available almost weekly. You can use these modules as granular oscillators, wavetable oscillators, drum synths and even as clock sources just by uploading a different code.

Falafular Synths
Falafular is the SDIY brand that enabled Falafelbiels (Niels Kloet) to build himself a fabulous modular synthesizer. The ’S’ in SDIY stands for soldering, and Niels Kloet will show you the nit and grit of Do It Yourself synth building.

ADE Sound Lab is organised by ADE, in cooperation with Creative Industries Fund NL, the Dutch fund that offers sound pioneers and innovators an opportunity to demonstrate what they are working on, as well as helping them to develop their talents further in a 'hot house' environment.

ADE Sound Lab
Dates: Thursday Oct. 15 - Saturday Oct. 17
Time: program starts at noon
Venue: Compagnietheater
ADE Sound Lab is a free program (except for the ADE MusicTalks series and live performances, free for ADE Card holders, also accessible for 1 & 5 Day conference ticket holders)."

Ginko Synthese Grains - granular sample playing

Published on Jun 28, 2015 Fading Canvas

"Getting a dark ambient soundscape by feeding sound of Ginko Synthese Grains module into the Mutable Instruments Clouds. Standard firmware used on Grains. Running Parasites firmware on Clouds, regular granular processing mode, all blend parameters at full maximum. Lots of modulation done on the two modules. Little patch explaination in the video."

Modular Day Barcelona Set for September 26

MODULAR DAY BCN #2 from Knobs and buttons on Vimeo.

26 de setiembre en Hangar
Emilia Coranty, 8-16, 08018 Barcelona, Spain

2da Edición del Festival de Sintetizadores Modulares de Barcelona

En esta ocasión, el Festival está dedicado a LOS FABRICANTES del mundo Eurorack! por lo que más que una Feria (como en la 1era Edición), tenemos la suerte y la GRAN satisfacción de contar directamente con las mentes detrás de los diseños de módulos más interesantes del mercado.

Organizado por Knob Shop y Befaco

PARTICIPANTES

4MS (US)
ENDORPHIN.ES (AT)
CORSYNTH (ES)
KOMA Elektronik (DE)
GINKO (NL)
SOUND MACHINES (IT)
BASTL (CZ)
EOWAVE (FR)
REBEL TECHNOLOGY (UK)
FRAP TOOLS (IT)
ALEX 4 (DE)
BIRDKIDS (AT)
BEFACO (ES)
KNOB SHOP (ES)

más por confirmar !!!!

http://modulardaybarcelona.org/

Ambient Exploration 007 - Grainy Clouds soundscape

Published on Jun 28, 2015 Fading Canvas

"Getting a dark ambient soundscape by feeding sound of Ginko Synthese Grains module into the Mutable Instruments Clouds. Standard firmware used on Grains. Running Parasites firmware on Clouds, regular granular processing mode, all blend parameters at full maximum. Lots of modulation done on the two modules. Little patch explaination in the video."

Ninstrument GRAECO - Ginko Synthese Grains Meets Synthrotek Echo Eurorack Module

via Ninstrument

"Ever have two modules go together so well, like peanut butter and jelly?
Well I have two so I decided they should marry and become one. Introducing the happy marriage of Grains from Ginko Synthese and Echo from Synthrotek!

Links respectively.
Ginko Synthese
Synthrotek

I added a vactrol as a vca between them and the vca is normaled to the jacks so that patch is internal. However if you want to use the Echo and detach it from the grains, all you need to do is insert your new source into the ‘in’ jack.

Went a little crazy on the screenprint and tried a deep pink and subtle grey on a flat black panel."

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grains and Synthrotek eko delay

Published on May 23, 2015 Jw Hagenbeek

"the grains and eko seems to love each other! I think they need to keep company with a RYO Optodist as soon as possible as VCA/distortion than those 3 together are a full lo-fi 'vowel' monster synth"

first PCB of the grains powered up

Published on May 23, 2015 Jw Hagenbeek

"The Grains is a small (only 4HP) eurorack module kit and is extremely simple to build and cheap! It is designed by ginkosynthese.

It runs on an arduino nano, the code is based on the auduino code written by Peter Knight. The code is rewritten to work with cv inputs to use in modular systems.

Controlled by external cv signals this little module is really a great addition to any modular system.

The kit contains everything to build the module including a preprogrammed arduino for only €45,- (ex VAT) in total.
On the ginkosynthese website there will be more codes which will work on this module and since it is open source I am happy to add user codes on the list too! :)
get ready to make some 8bit acid!"

Ginko Synthese - 2 TTLFO's do crossmodulation

Published on Apr 7, 2015 Jw Hagenbeek

"the new upgrade chip for the TTLFO is bug free and has a max cycle time of 30 seconds! and maybe even better than the longer cycle time... it can do crossmodulation between two TTLFO's for the cv inputs!!! The tempo of the first TTLFO is modulated by the second and the distort of the second TTLFO is modulated by the first."

Upcoming Ginko Synthese Grains on an Oscilloscope

Published on Apr 2, 2015 Jw Hagenbeek

"this is how the GRAINS look like on a scope when a sinewave is fet into one of the cv inputs.
Soon the GRAINS will be available as DIY kit from www.ginkosynthese.com"

via www.ginkosynthese.com

"Coming soon as eurorack module!

This complete and easy-to-build DIY kit is one of the cheapest ways to get a voltage controlled oscillator in your modular.

It is based on digital FOF synthesis and sounds completely different than all other oscillators!

This module works with an (included) preprogrammed Arduino Nano, and to make it even better the code will be available on this website with highlighted parameters for creating your own sounds.
It can do minimalistic clicks and plops, fat basslines, chiptunes or screaming leads."

sampleslicer with a guitar

Published on Jan 22, 2015 Jw Hagenbeek

"This is a first teaser of a higher quality demo of the samleslicer. The only used modules are the Ginkosynthese Sampleslicer and a Doepfer A-145 LFO patched in the pitch cv input of the sampleslicer."

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."

Ginko Synthese & The Arduino Synthesiser

via Jan Willem of Ginko Synthese

"We all need the auduino in our modulars... they sound gritty and nice, you can make a lot of dirty sounds with it.

I am going to make a DIY kit for it to transform it to an eurorack module... my question: do we need all those attenuators?

I think it is good to be able to offset your input cv and especially for lfo inputs you will be happy with an attenutor.
What is the auduino? see the video here: http://youtu.be/1LKmtJHSLF0 [below]

There are some functions I rarely use... So I prefer to skip two cv inputs and wire the most functional 3 with attenuators.
Since the auduino is fully open source you can choose your own input layout for changing the functions on of the cv inputs... that makes it easier to choose for 3 inputs instead of all 5 i think.

My idea is to make these kits as cheap as possible like €50,- or so just make the pcb and frontpanels and add some parts. you will only need to solder yourself... and add your own programmed arduino to the headers"


Auduino - The Arduino synthesiser

Uploaded on Nov 17, 2008 Peter Knight

"Auduino is a software synthesiser that runs on the Arduino. What you hear comes directly out of the Arduino - no external synthesiser required.
Details and code at http://code.google.com/p/tinkerit/"