JX3P (KIWI3P) PWM Tutorial

Published on Jun 17, 2018 Joakim Floke

"A short tutorial of how to make your JX-3P do pulse width modulation. This should work on JX-8P, JX-10 and MKS-70 to but I haven't confirmed this yet. Please leave a comment if you try this on one of those machines and get a result. I'm using a KIWI upgraded JX-3p here with a temlate for CTRLR to access the parameters."

Kiwi-106 DCO detune in unison mode

Published on Feb 16, 2018 Synthead

Chord mode on the Kiwi-106

Kiwi8p vs MKS 50

Published on Feb 13, 2018 Joakim Floke

"Short video demoing the MKS-50 and a Kiwi modded JX8P. Main thing was to show the snappier envelopes of the Kiwi8P and also to show how the bas frequencies are compared too each other. The video ends with a short multitrack homage to show that these are able to do classic analog sounds.."

KORG KiwiSix Midi POLYSIX PS-6 Analog Vintage Synthesizer SN 10292

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Korg Polysix w/ KIWISIX SN 002267

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"The kiwisix upgrade includes MIDI IN/OUT, REPLACEMENT BOARD (no battery leak), AND REPLACEMENT POWER SUPPLY. Also includes a lot of modern day synth features (check kiwi six manual)."

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Kiwi Technics Kiwi Patch Editor

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"The Patch Editor has been designed for easy parameter editing for many of the older keyboards with easy to use controls for every synth type. Every active control will light up to make fast changes simple and buttons are colour coded depending which state is active. Each control that is changed will clearly identify itself on the display.

Supports:
Cheetah MS6
Fender Chroma Polaris
Kawai K3m
Korg DSS-1, DSM-1, DW-6000
Korg DW-8000/EX-8000, M1
KiwiTechnics
Kiwi3P Upgrade
KiwiTechnics
KiwiSix Upgrade
Kiwitechnics
Kiwi-106 Upgrade
Kiwitechnics
Kiwi-8P Upgrade
MKS-30 JH Midi Mod
Roland Juno 1, 2, 106, MKS-7, MKS-50, MKS-70, MKS-80Roland JX-8P, JX-10, JD-990
Oberheim Matrix 6 & 6R, Oberheim Matrix 1000
Organix 3P Midi Upgrade
Sequential Circuits SixTrak, Max
Studio Electronics ATC/X
Waldorf Pulse, Q/Q+ MicroQ, MicroWave I (OS2)
Moog Slim & Little Phatty
MidiCC to Sysex translation"

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Korg PolySix KiwiSix w/Gator Case SN 388610

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Korg PolySix/KiwiSix SN 398257

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"The KiwiSix upgrade essentially modernizes the Polysix with whole host of new features, including full midi support, deeper patch management and increased reliability, all while retaining that great SSM sound. Additionally, this unit also comes with the Kiwi Power Board upgrade, which further increases the stability and reliability of the synth. The full feature set of both of these upgrades are listed here (kiwitechnics.com/kiwisix.htm)

Furthermore, this unit also includes a discontinued Synthgraphics KiwiSix overlay. Really high quality, OEM-style graphics that completely display the additional panel functions included in KiwiSix upgrade."

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Roland JX-3P + Kiwi Upgrade + Kiwi Patch Editor

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Kiwi8p2

Published on Feb 18, 2017 Joakim Floke

"This video is about the Kiwi8p upgrade for the Jx8p. All sounds are made by me and can't be produced on a Jx8p. As usuall just noodeling around and some effect from the H9"

Details on the KiwiTechnics Kiwi-8P Upgrade for the Roland JX-8P

We saw the update first revealed here. We now have the details. Thanks goes to Jordan Htzlx for sending them my way.

via KiwiTechnics:

"The Kiwi-8P Upgrade features:

512 Tones can be stored and edited. It is also possible to temporarily edit any Tone

Tones are stored in Flash memory so no battery is required.

MidiCC & Sysex support for all parameters and Midi Sysex support for Tone Dump & Load

PG-800 Support for Control of Parameters

Patch Editor support

Key Assign Modes are Poly Single, Poly Dual, Poly Triple, Unison & Solo

Each Key Assign mode can have Rotate/Reassign, Staccato/Legato, Steal/No Steal with five steal modes (Highest, Lowest, Oldest, Newest, Quietest)

Portamento in all modes

DCO Key Assign Detune available in all key modes except Solo.

In addition there is a 'Analog Feel' parameter that add an adjustable small random frequency to each note. Detune is best used with Poly Dual, Poly Triple or Unison keying modes for greatest effect

Three independent envelope generators. These are traditional ADSR type and are modeled on the Original JX-8P. Each ENV Mod can select from ENV 1 - 3 and has an Inverted or Normal modes. These are faster than the traditional JX-8P envelopes

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ROLAND JUNO 106 Analog Synth (Pro Serviced) w/ Kiwi Upgrade & Walnut end Cheeks

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"It has recently been completely serviced by the Synthspa, so you can be sure that the voice chips are all completely restored and won't fail. I've also upgraded it to have beautiful wood cheeks, but I will include the original end cheeks in the package as well.

This one comes with the KIWI-106 hardware/software upgrade installed, which means it sports an expansive range of functionality that takes the 106 to the next level (see below). That said, I will include the original board for the 106 with this, in case you want to swap out of the Kiwi upgrade (no idea why you'd want to do that, though!).

The Kiwi106 Upgrade features:

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Korg PolySix with Full Kiwi Mod: Kiwi Overlay, Custom Bubinga Wood Enclosure SN 384566

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"For sale is a Korg PolySix that sits proudly above all others.

Needs to go ASAP. Motivated to sell. I will entertain & Consider all offers!

*Contact me to discuss the FREE Limited Time Offer*

- This unit is fully functional and has never had any problems
- This unit is in immaculate cosmetic condition thanks to the new overlay
- This unit has never left a smoke-free studio environment
- This unit was purchased from the original owner
- This unit basically got the best make-over overhaul possible with no detail sparred taking the classic vintage analog synth and blending it with modern technology

*For what its worth, the Bubinga wood enclosure is a one-of-a-kind custom job that makes this unit even that more special*

1) Modified into a KIWI-Six by Three Wave Music
2) This was the full modification including the new battery board
3) Equipped with a brand new classic overlay from Synthgraphics
4) While under the hood, the unit had every inch and component inspected, cleaned and calibrated to perfection

*To all hardcore synth collectors out there, I have another classic vintage analog synth that has had the same super upgrade treatment as this PolySix... An immaculate Roland Juno 106 with the full KIWI mod, KIWI overlay, wood sides and a hard case. I am willing to offer a great deal if both are purchased; perfect to go in on it with a friend*

Only selling because I am moving in a different direction, scaling down my gear collection and in dire need of cash..."

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Korg Polysix Synth with KiwiSix SN 002481

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Roland Kiwi-3P SN 453271

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"This Roland JX-3P is in excellent working and cosmetic condition, and has been professionally modded with a Kiwi-3P upgragde by Kiwi Technics ($300 value). This adds a number of great features which expands the JX-3P into sonic territory that is impossible with a regular unit, such as oscillator detuning, two independent LFOs, and two independent envelope generators, to name only a few. It also has the optional Chorus mod, which lets you adjust the speed of the Chorus. Please refer to the Kiwi Technics website for a full list of new features.

Because the Kiwi upgrade expands the front panel functions considerably, an overlay made by Synthgraphics has also been installed ($90 value after shipping). This greatly helps navigating through the new features on the fly instead of having to refer to the manual constantly."

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New Roland JX-8P Kiwi Upgrade Revealed in 2016 Patchwerks Seattle Synth Meet Videos by Syntegrator

Published on Aug 21, 2016 Syntegrator

For those in the area, the event starts today at 1PM! Details posted here. JX-8P Kiwi upgrade revealed in video 3.

Playlist:

1. Seattle Synth Meetup Summer 2016 - Part 1, The Journey!

"On my way to the Seattle Synth Meetup and Petting Zoo put on by Patchwerks... Ooh hoo... Synthesizers..."

2. Seattle Synth Meetup Summer 2016 - Part 2: Jordan's Kiwi Synths

"My good friend Jordan Hatz sent me two vintage synths for rebuild and upgrade. Now on the eve of the Seattle Synth Meetup, witness the reunion with his long lost machines!"

3. Seattle Meetup 2016 - Part 3: A NEW KIWI SYNTH

"The very first public appearance of the new Kiwi Synth. Stay tuned for more... ;-)"

4. Seattle Meetup 2016 - Part 4 - Møffenzeef Modular

"The first hour of the show including the comprehensive demo from Moffenzeef Modular!"

5. Seattle Meetup 2016 Part 5

"More of the show and a presentation by Korg!"

6. Seattle Meetup 2016 - Part 6

"More show walk-throughs, a gear raffle with a surprise ending, and the show wrap-up. Many thanks to Patchwerks.com for putting this one on - Looking forward to the next one around Christmas time!"

Korg Polysix SN 380151 w/kiwi Six Upgrade SN 10075

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Roland Juno-106 w/ KIWI MOD

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The Roland Juno-106 Kiwi Mod was released back in 2013. You can find details on it here.

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Korg Polysix with Kiwisix midi upgrade SN 380286

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Matrix1000 OS Upgrade 1.16

Published on Feb 20, 2016 SSM Curtis

"Control Matrix1000 after OS Upgrade 1.16 using Kiwi Patch Editor"