Handmade Analog Strobing Lightbulb Synth - Ribbon Control

Published on May 15, 2013 Kyle Evans·112 videos

"Custom built for DJ Sir Richard Alex David, DJ Sole 7012, & DJ Punk Elektro.

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Handmade Analog Synth with Light Bulb Strobe

Published on Apr 9, 2013 Kyle Evans·110 videos


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"This is a very unique handmade analog synth with a circuit bent sound. In addition to the 4 photocells that modulate 2 oscillators depending on light, there is a built-in light bulb socket with strobe control and dimmer. The light can be adjusted from always on to rapid fire strobing effects, giving the possibility for drone or rhythmic control. This thing has a very wide range of potential sounds and the strobe adds another level making this a head spinning audio/visual performance instrument. Awesome for studio of live. The synth is housed in a very old card catalog metal case and has been fitted with a custom wood insert to house the controls and light socket. Using different light bulbs gives very different results; traditional incandescent bulbs have a smoother on/off switching and more control over brightness adjustment with the dimmer, while compact florescent bulbs have a sharp and stuttery on/off switching and a glitchy polyrhythmic reaction to the dimmer. Experiment with all different kinds! Process the sounds through effects like reverb, delays, filters, or distortion for even more crazy possibilities.

NOTE: This synth does NOT come with a bulb, but any standard sized light bulb will work. You can find the cool classic style bulbs at hardware stores like Home Depot or Lowes."

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Handmade Analog Synth in a Jar - #03 in series

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"Light sensitive analog synth with a circuit bent sound.
#03 in the series made by Kyle Evans"


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"Handmade Analog Synth in a Jar - #03 in series
by Kyle Evans - yaktronix.com

This circuit bent sounding analog synth is ideal for live performance or studio recording. The unique enclosure and its response to light make it a fun and performative instrument to play. Plug it straight into your amp or plug it into a chain of effects pedals for even more potential. Using it with a flashlight or strobe light in a dark environment also make for awesome visuals because of the refracting light off the glass and the blue colored LED. Check out the video below for an example of some of what it can do!

Hand signed and numbered (#03) on the bottom by the artist
3 light sensors inside the jar control FM modulation
One knob on top to adjust fundamental oscillator frequency
External battery snap for easy connection (battery not included)
1/4" jack to plug it into your guitar amp, mixer, etc.
Power switch"

Handmade Analog Distortion/Modulation Music Box

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"This is a handmade circuitbent sounding distortion/modulation sound processor that will distort, modulate and rip apart any sound you throw into it, all housed within an old music box found at a thrift store. In addition to it beaing able to process anything you want including microphones, guitars, synths, etc., it also has an internal contact microphone that can be switched on. This internal mic picks up vibrations on the box itself including taps, scratches, and of course, the tune of the windup music player. The modulation is controlled by 3 light mounted to the exposed circuit board. Altering the light using shadows, flashlights, lighters and strobes makes for radical modulation craziness of whatever sound you are processing. The possibilities of what you can do with this thing are endless. Plug your iPod into the input and tear up some classical music. Play it like a drum or hold up resonating metal objects to make the internal mic go berserk. Play with dynamic lighting like strobe lights or camera flashes for dramatic results. Hold the box up against a speaker for some screaming feedback. The more you play with it, the more you learn about what all it is capable of.
The music box has been completely customized with added wood panels and a clear acrylic top. Has quite a few scratches and chips on the box, but thats because its old and was found in this condition (thats what makes it beautiful). Wind up music player starts playing when the lid is lifted. Runs on a 9v battery. Box is signed by the artist.

Controls:
The two 1/4" plugs on top are the output (top) and input (lower). The knob next to these controls the output volume.
The red switch has 3 settings; up for the internal contact mic, down for the external input, and center for off. You can switch rapidly between external input and internal mic for cool effect.
The knob next to the switch is a kind of gate threshold adjustment. Turning it down only allows the loudest sounds to pass through, while cranking it all the way up lets everything flood through.
The circuit board is exposed incase anyone would be interested on modding, bending or copying the circuit (feel free!)
3 light sensors on the circuit board control the modulation pitches"