The Rhythmo Beatbox Is Like An IKEA Drum Machine

Published on Jan 22, 2020 Synthtopia

"At the 2020 NAMM Show, we talked with Ethan Jin, who gave us a quick demo of the new Rhythmo Beatbox, a DIY cardboard box drum machine.

The Rhythmo Beatbox is a DIY kit that you assemble yourself - sort of like an IKEA drum machine. It costs about $140 and takes about an hour to put together."

Rhythmo Beatbox posts

Free Hydrasynth Polyphonic Synthesizer Update Adds MPE Support

Published on Jan 22, 2020 Synthtopia

"At the 2020 NAMM Show, we talked with ASM's Glen Darcey, who gave us a quick update on their Hydrasynth polyphonic synthesizer.

Here's what's new in Hydrasynth 1.3:

MPE support ( SYSTEM page 5 )
MPE modulation matrix options (Mod matrix page)
Warm mode ( VOICE page )
Tighter Envelope attack time

The Hydrasynth is an 8-voice polysynth, with an architecture that features (per voice): three oscillators, offering 219 different waveforms; five ADSR envelope generators that offer delay and hold; and five LFOs that offer a total of 11 waveshapes, plus delay, fade in, and smoothing.

It also features an extensive array of controls, a full-size keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch (which allows for more expressive performance), a ribbon controller and CV/Gate connectivity."

ASM Hydrasynth posts

Winter NAMM 2020 | MONTAGE OS V3.0 | Tech Talk | Dom Sigalas

Published on Jan 22, 2020 Yamaha Synths Official

"Dom uses the new MONTAGE OS v3.0 synth effects to process external gear.
Check out the possibilities of using the VCM Mini Filter and Wave Folder with your favourite analogue synths, drum machines and more!"

NAMM2020 Modal Argon8 a sound designer's perspective

Published on Jan 22, 2020 Ken Flux Pierce Fluxwithit

"had a chance to hang out with Modal while at NAMM decided to ask the lead sound designer some questions as opposed to getting the same old info. hope you enjoy."

NAMM 2020 Novation Launchpad Pro

Published on Jan 21, 2020 sonicstate

"The new Novation Launchpad Pro takes the launchpad concept and adds a bunch of new controller and layout options as well as standalone mode with MIDI out."

PlugInGuru Unify - NAMM 2020

Published on Jan 22, 2020 Sound On Sound magazine

"Flexible plug-in for working with MIDI effects, Instruments and Audio effects in a 'Unified' single screen interface"

Cool to see PlugInGuru coming out with their own software. I always associate them with their preset sound packs.

"Unify is $59 until February 15th, then it will sell for $79 and never be placed on sale. Ever.

Now compatible with Catalina!

Unify is a flexible plug-in for working with MIDI effects, Instruments and Audio effects in a sleek “Unified” single screen interface! It also comes with 400 patches and over 2.5GB of samples from PlugInGuru’s 12 unique and awesome sample-based libraries that were originally found in libraries for Omnisphere 2. Unify Installs it’s own VST folder with a special set of PlugIn instruments so that you don’t even need to scan your plug-ins and all 400 patches work!"

UDO Super 6 Hybrid Polysynth At The 2020 NAMM Show

Published on Jan 22, 2020 Synthtopia

"At the 2020 NAMM Show, we talked with UDO designer George Hearn about the new Super 6 Binaural Synthesizer and got an update on the production hardware.

He also gave us an extended audio demo, starting at about 5:15 in, exploring the binaural synthesis capabilities of the Super 6."

Gamechanger Audio MOTOR SYNTH Discussion and Example Notes - NAMM 2020

Published on Jan 21, 2020 VJ FRANZ K

MOTOR SYNTH - I Try It! Part A - Beeping arpeggios z20

Important Interviews with Richard Nicol talks to Tom Holroyd of Verbos Electronics @NAMM2020

Published on Jan 21, 2020 Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizers

"Richard and Tom discuss growing up in Pittsburgh at NAMM 2020."

Sequential Pro 3 In-Store Demo + Q&A

Started streaming 2 minutes ago

"Gerry Bassermann from Sequential will be demonstrating the new Pro 3 synthesizer at our event space in Burbank Ca.

Pro 3 available here: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/sequen...

#PerfectCircuit #SequentialPro3 #Synthesizer"

NAMM 2020: Korg Arp 2600 FS Sounds

Published on Jan 21, 2020 Perfect Circuit

"Korg's ARP 2600 FS is one of the best-received synth announcements in some time: an authentic recreation of one of the greatest synthesizers of all time.

ARP's 2600 shook the synthesis world when it was first introduced: it provided all of the convenience of a fixed architecture synth, but with considerably greater sonic breadth than possible with its competitors. By combining all the best aspects of a modular synth with all the best aspects of a fixed synth, the 2600 captured the imagination of countless musicians of all styles.

The ARP 2600 FS is an exact recreation of the original 2600, adding selectable filter type, MIDI input, XLR outputs, keyboard aftertouch, and an integrated arpeggiator/sequencer. Bringing one of the most beloved synths of all time into the present, Korg's 2600 is an absolute pleasure to see and hear."

NAMM 2020: Korg Wavestate Sounds

Published on Jan 21, 2020 Perfect Circuit

"Korg's Wavestate revisits the sounds of the 1990s Wavestation, bringing wave sequencing and vector synthesis into the 2020s.

The Wavestate features four "oscillators" per voice—oscillators which scan wave shapes from an enormous bank of PCM sounds. By sequencing the order of waveforms per oscillator, effects ranging from smooth wavetable shifting to all-out percussive soundscapes can unfold, leaving the Wavestate with an uncommonly large sonic range. Not bound to the sounds possible with simple oscillators, the Wavestate's advanced options for waveform sequencing and modulation make it a perfect choice for animated textures, rich soundscapes, and deep, cinematic pads.

Wavestate is expected to ship soon, so expect to hear more brooding, undulating soundscapes and peculiar timbral sequences on the horizon.

Korg Wavestate available here: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/korg-wavestate.html"

Sonicware Liven 8bit Warps #NAMM2020 （日本語と英語です）

Published on Jan 21, 2020 True Cuckoo

Sonicware Liven posts

ASM Hydrasynth Interview #NAMM2020

Published on Jan 21, 2020 True Cuckoo

"Ashun Sound Machines is a new company, debuting with their really strong Hydrasynth. I had the pleasure to meet with both Glen Darcey, head of product development, and product manager Dominic Au. We had a talk about their story leading up to where they are today."

ASM Hydrasynth posts

NAMM 2020: Yamaha YC61 Stage Keyboard

Published on Jan 21, 2020 CatSynth TV

"We have a bit of fun with the new YC61 Stage Keyboard from Yamaha. It has an organ engine that models the circuitry of a classic electric organ as well as a rotary speaker model. There is also a section for other keyboard and synthesizer sounds, including DX-style FM and virtual analog."

http://www.catsynth.com

Post NAMM Live Sets at Perfect Circuit - VJ FRANZ K Videos

Motor Synth! ( prototype) performance in Burbank, CA ps5

Published on Jan 21, 2020 VJ FRANZ K

Also see Perfect Circuit's videos including Erica Synths posted earlier here.

"Here's a performance with a prototype of the interesting new Motor Synth, The Light Pedal and other devices made by Gamechanger Audio, and available at Perfect Circuit, who arranged this post-NAMM event"

Pulsar 23 Performance in Burbank CA! ps7 (Handheld camera view with zoom)

Published on Jan 21, 2020 VJ FRANZ K

"The first time I've seen the synth inventor in person - Vlad ( New Pulsar 23 drum machine ), Cenk ( Lyra 8 ambient synth ) , Blobby ( The Pipe vocal transformer ) These are made by SOMA, and available at Perfect Circuit, who arranged this post-NAMM event"

History of the Mellotron | NAMM 2020

Published on Jan 20, 2020 Under the Big Tree

"Richard Chamberlin, son of Harry Chamberlin, inventor of the Mellotron, tells us stories about the early days of the Chamberlin (predecessor to the Mellotron). We discuss the impact of the instrument on rock and pop music in the 60's and 70's, and the original intended audience for the instrument.

As an added bonus, a French musician named Frederic plays the intro to the seminal Genesis song "Watcher of the Skies" on the Mellotron."

NAMM 2020 - Sequential Pro 3

Published on Jan 20, 2020 SynthMania

"Huge-sounding mono/para synth with multi-filter, sequencer and many types of connectivity https://www.sequential.com"

https://www.sequential.com/product/pro-3/

Sequential Pro 3 posts

NAMM 2020 John Bowen Solaris Desktop Synthesizer & Voice Expander

Published on Jan 20, 2020 sonicstate

"John Bowen's Solaris is now available in desktop form. One of the first all digital synthesizers with many models of classic analog elements. The Desktop version features AMOLED displays and is much smaller than people expect."

http://www.johnbowen.com

John Bowen Solaris Desktop posts

Post NAMM Live Sets at Perfect Circuit

Gamechanger Audio Live at Perfect Circuit


Soma Laboratory Live at Perfect Circuit


Girts from Erica Synths Live at Perfect Circuit