Gator Synth - Physical Modeling Resonator (Rings Clone)

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"All modules were hot air soldered, flashed, and extensively tested at my workbench. Panels are laser cut acrylic sourced locally from the University of Florida Fab Lab. Premium soft knobs. Power headers are shrouded (keyed) to prevent improper connection, and the modules include 25cm Eurorack power cables."

Cool clear plexi panels.

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Molasses Industries Wetlander

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Published on Jun 21, 2019 Will M

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"Wetlander is an all analog organic touch synthesizer handbuilt from scratch in Richmond Virginia. It consists of a tangled oscillator/clock pair and three parameter pattern generator, intertwined in a recursive formation. The pattern generator takes its input from the clock, and in turn generates rhythmic/pattern data that feeds the clocks themselves, resulting in completely unpredictable evolving sonic structures evoking something organic and synthetic at the same time.

Furthermore, the center panel allows you to crosspatch different nodes in the synth with your fingers, allowing for flesh-based interaction/interruption of the processes being carried out.

All elements, including wooden case and manually etched pcb faceplate, were done in house. 1"

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Modus Byte - DIY Arduino Teensy 3.6 Polyphonic Synthesizer based on Mozzi Library

Published on Apr 16, 2020 Milan W

You can find additional posts featuring the Mozzi library here.

Crudlabs Crudman (Version 1, with EXTRAS) | Aphex Twin "Ageispolis" cover on Crudman

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Aphex Twin "Ageispolis" cover on Crudman Published on Jul 18, 2017

via this auction - pics and additional details further below.

"Crudman is a unique electronic musical instrument based around a cassette Walkman hacked so its speed can be accurately controlled in musical intervals with Midi and 1v/octave CV. Here a Crudman plays a melody and a bassline of a song you'll hopefully recognize, via a Midi file played in Ableton.

The tape in the video is of a sine wave tuned to middle C, and the audio is straight into a recording device with no pedals or effects or anything. Straight unprocessed sine wave is not the most compelling sound in itself but it gives the clearest possible demonstration of how the Crudman affects a sound. Likewise I don't expect or want customers using these to cover classic songs but its a fun way to show the capabilities of the thing.

I believe this is the first of these videos to feature most of the Crudman's 4 octave range. The top 2.5-3 octaves are extremely stable and accurate, usually to about +/-10 cents. The lowest 1 to 1.5 octaves, heard in the bassline in the middle here, are super wobbly and the lower you go the less stable the tuning is. If you look at the bassline with a tuning app (I use PanoTuner for iPhone) you'll see its way off, like over 50 cents, but for whatever reason it still sounds pretty much spot on."

via this auction

"RARE monophonic cassette playback synth capable of amazing drones, leads, and sound effect - all based on recordings YOU supply.

Several videos available on YouTube demonstrating the use of this unique instrument; search "Crudlabs Crudman". Please note this is the Version 1 edition of the Crudman, and varies slightly from the later version shown in some videos. Video shown in listing is not of actual unit, and meant for demonstration purposes only.
Comes in original (plain white) box, original power supply, and printed instruction manual.
VERY light studio use.

EXTRAS INCLUDED: Five 60-second and ten 30-second blank cassette loop tapes, two tape splicers with splicing tape, an aluminum splicing block, a Sony F-V220 monophonic microphone, AND a separate Sony TCM-200DV cassette-corder (identical to the one on the unit) - all for use in recording and editing your own loop tapes. This extra cassette-corder unit may also be used to supply spare parts if needed for future repairs conducted at Crudlabs, located in Brooklyn, NY.

NOTE: Labels shown on inputs/outputs and switches are not factory screened/supplied, and have simply been added to assist in set-up and use."

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CTAG TBD open source eurorack synthesizer module

Published on Mar 29, 2020 Creative Technologies FH Kiel

"CTAG TBD as in 'to be determined' is an open source eurorack audio module. All sounds and effects in this video are CTAG TBD, no extra processing!

It can be easily extended by your own DSP algorithms using a flexible c++ plugin architecture.

It's core feature is control of your plugin parameters through a web application UI and WiFi access. You basically log onto your TBD with a browser, choose your active plugin and modify its parameters. You can store patches per plugin. CTAG TBD recalls the last active plugins and patches upon reboot, so you continue making music where you left off.

All source (hw+sw) are available on https://github.com/ctag-fh-kiel/ctag-tbd

More introductory videos will be available on this channel soon, with specific focus on functionalities and how to add your own code.

If you are interested in beta hardware email contact@instrumentsofthings.com subject 'TBD REQUEST'."

End Times Modular COVID-19 Support Benefit

via End Times Modular

"From now until April 1st we will donate $50 for every Lo-Five module sold to the Beloved Asheville covid-19 community response fund. Plus you get 10% off the purchase. Thank you for supporting us and our community here in Asheville North Carolina.

You can find the discount on End Times Modular's Reverb shop here.

Details on the End Times Modular Lo-Five Analog Clap Generator and Beyond! 8HP Eurorack Module:

"End Times Modular is proud to introduce the Lo-Five Analog Clap Generator!

Analog Claps, Percussion and Beyond!
The Lo-Five was born of the desire for an analog clap generator that can evoke the clap styles of a wide variety of vintage analog drum machines. As with the Quark, we've taken the collection of parameters required to achieve that goal and opened them to radical extremes of control and modulation. So dial in the perfect disco clap or push the parameters to create new and unusual sounds. Experimentation is surprisingly rewarding. Check out the video below for an idea of what the Lo-Five can do. More videos and sound samples are available on our YouTube channel."

Update: Video playlist added:



1. Psytrance artist Kri Samadhi takes the Lo-Five on a solo workout driven by the Voltage Block

Psytrance producer and modular synthesist Kri Samadhi takes the Lo-Five analog clap and percussion module on a solo workout with the Voltage Block sequencer to see just how far you can take the sound.

2. Lo-Five Experimental Bleeps - Eurorack Percussion Module Demo

Four Lo-Five modules and some modulation used to make this experimental loop. Lo-Five module from End Times is available now at Reverb.

3. Claps and Slaps from the Lo-Five Eurorack Module

Frenetic beat featuring the Lo-Five Analog Clap and Percussion Generator from End Times Modular. Some additional sounds from the Quark module.

4. Beat made with four Lo-Five Analog Percussion Modules.

Simple beat with all sounds coming from Lo-Five modules! The Lo-Five eurorack module is an 8HP analog clap and percussion generator. Its specialty is evoking the analog clap sounds of vintage drum machines. Bend its parameters to the extreme to create a wide variety of familiar and unfamiliar percussive flavors. Available from End Times Modular and sold on Reverb.

POLY Effects RH BAD CASETTE

Published on Mar 25, 2020 Cray

"POLY Effects is an Australian pedal company. You can create your own effect via modular patching.! 4 mono in/out , 2x Stereo i/o or Quad!"

Introducing Elmyra - a DIY drone synthesizer by Neutral Labs

Published on Mar 21, 2020 nyppy

"This is just a quick demo of my Elmyra prototype. You can easily build this synth yourself. I will share the schematics, PCB and code in a few days. A video detailing all the features is also coming up. Just watch this space or drop me a message.

This is obviously inspired by the Soma Lyra-8, which I love, but it's not a clone at all.

Reverb provided by Eventide Space. Next video will have the dry sound as well. The Elmyra delay can get pretty reverb-y on its own.

#diy #synthesizer #noise"

Note this is the first post to feature Neutral Labs.

Update: additional details here: https://neutral-labs.com/elmyra/

New SYNTHR3 Boutique Modular with Interchangeable Filters by SynthR & oZoe

SynthR3 Demo1 : first sequence test (Berlin School) sync on Electribe

Published on Dec 12, 2019 KurtzMindfields

"Introduce the SYNTHR3 made by Remy Wasselin et Jean-Luc Lartigue.
Prototype N°1
Today discovering the sound and possibilities of this Semi-Modular analog Mono/Paraphonic with 3 VCO + Sub VCO/ 2VCF / 2LFO / 2 VCA / S&H / Noise /Ring Modulator ... and Patch memories ! Arpegiator ! Step Sequencer !(chords or mono). Internal clock or MIDI Clock (as seen in the demo)
Just love it !!!!!!!! "

This one is in via Synth Anatomy who translated the details to English. You can find the SynthR website here.


"SYNTHR3 is a new Boutique modular analog Synthesizer from France with a prewired engine, interchangeable filters, and MIDI control.

The French developer Rémy Wasselin aka SynthR has today introduced the SYNTHR3, a new pre-wired modular analog Synthesizer. The synth is built into a beautiful, compact wooden case with a black faceplate and bluish light buttons.

SYNTHR3 is full analog and can be used in different modes (3-voice paraphonic, 2-voice poly bi-timbral or mono). In full mono (3 oscillators + 1 or 2 filters), paraphonic (3 voices) and duophonic. That’s not all. It also includes an arpeggiator mode with a virtual keyboard split with many possible modes. So VCO 2 can be linked to the arpeggio or free to play. In the sequencer mode, you can memorize the sequences in mono or Para1 mode.

Flexible 3-VCO Design

SYNTHR3 has three analog oscillators, each with different waveforms and modulation options. VCO 1 and 2 outputs triangle, sawtooth and pulse with PW control. VCO 3 includes triangle, reverse sawtooth and square waveforms. The first two oscillators also have dedicated inputs for FM and PWM that can be achieved via LFO1, LFO2, envelope, aftertouch, S&H or VCO2 (cross-mod). Also, you can sync VCO 2 with VCO 1 and apply glide (portamento) to both oscillators.

The third oscillator also includes PWM and frequency modulation via an envelope, aftertouch or LFO2. Further, you have a sub-oscillator with two sub-octaves. Octave -1 outputs triangle, sawtooth, square while octave -2 only square. SYNTHR3 also includes a noise generator (white/pink) and a flexible ring modulator (VCO 1 – 2 and/or VCO3 mixable). All signals come together in the mixer and can be routed independently to VCF 1 or/and VCF2.

Many Legendary Filters In One Synth

The filter section SYNTHR3 offers two filters (VCF) and contains filters from many legendary Synthesizer developers: ARP 4072, SEM, Moog, Steiner, CEM3320, and SI2044. Very exciting is here that all the filters are available and selectable in the Synthesizer. So you can have per example a Moog filter in VCF1 and SEM in the second.

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SpaceTrash RXTE Drum Machine Demo / How To

Published on Mar 16, 2020 SynthStuff

"How-to guide starts at 00:25
Drum pattern demos at 08:12

DIY drum machine just completed.
Inspired by early '80s drum machine sounds.
Not sample based - the sounds are virtual analog waveforms, noise and filtering.

Audio is straight from the line out of the drum machine."

New DIY drum machine coming to Etsy and eBay soon...

Update: SpaceTrash is the brand. I created a new site label for them.

Roland JX-03 Synthesizer, The Virtual Graphics Programmer - GP 002

Published on Mar 3, 2020 Robert Ch

"SOON MORE: Virtual Extension for the Roland JX-03.
Visit my website at www.robert.chrispijn.eu for more images.
Just click on the menu 'Roland JX-03' [actually do a find for Roland - it's way down on the page]

Why this?
A piece of history: On the Old Roland JX-3P there was a huge space on the right side of this synthesizer. It contained a graphical representation of the layout of the optional PG-200 Hardware editor. So I designed this version for the Roland Boutique JX-03 , in a Virtual way... A small separate unit I call the The GP-002."

Artis Lab SynthBerry Pi

Published on Jan 28, 2020 Artis Lab

"SynthBerry Pi is a prototype made by Artis Lab based on the Raspberry Pi mini computer. SynthBerry Pi is a compact stand-alone synthesizer capable of performing patches created through Pure Data. Eight slide potentiometers are connected to the Raspberry to create a simple control surface that makes it possible to control the sound synthesis architectures created using the PDSynth toolkit.

In this first video tutorial we present the prototype and the sounds that can be created live through a Pd patch that offers the user the possibility to control three oscillators and a delay.

For more information: https://www.artislab.it/"

AnalogFX Syrinx Eurorack (Synton Syrinx Remake) Demo Model

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via this auction

"If you know the Synton Syrinx now further introduction is needed.

This is a new Euro Rack version with modular connections.

Including:
- USB MIDI interface.
- MIDI input.
- CV input and output.
- Gate input and output.
- 2 LFO’s.
- Bend pad.
- Glide.
- 2 VCO’s
- Sub oscillator.
- Ring modulator.
- Noise generator.
- Formant filter.
- 2 Peak filters
- 1 Lowpass filter.
- 2 ADSR’s.

Specifications:
Width; 84hp
Supply; +/-12V
Current; +/-150mA max.

Remark: Shipped without case and power supply. This is only the Euro Rack module."

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Ummet Ozcan Genesis Pro Virtual Hybrid Software Synthesizer

Published on Feb 2, 2020 Ummet Ozcan

Looks like Native Instruments' Reaktor editor in the second video around 2:40 in but no mention of it in the product description below or on their site.  If anyone knows what this was built on feel free to comment.

Playlist:
Genesis Pro - Release Date [March 12]
Ummet Ozcan Genesis Pro - First Look
Genesis Pro - Sounds Demonstration

"Finally I can give an exclusive first look into Genesis Pro, the synth plugin which I've been working on for an extensive period. In this video I highlight most of its main features and I talk about the history behind it, the development process and of course pricing.
In the next video I will demonstrate some of its presets.

Edit:
Hi Guys,

To answer one of the most frequently asked question whether the Genesis Pro is 32 or 64 bit, for now it's 32bit and Windows only. I know, I would have seen it differently as well. The project has become so huge and complex over time that it is not easy to port it to 64bit/Mac. Having that said it's not impossible and I am checking all the possibilities.

I started this project 8 years ago with my passion for sound, synthesis and with the ambition to share my creation, my knowledge with as many people as possible.

Nonetheless I still hope that the Genesis Pro can help you with your creative process."

Some key features via https://www.oz-soft.com:

Meet the Hybrid Synthesizer. It has all the essential types of synthesis to create a wide range of sounds and instruments. Combining the subtractive, FM, Phase Distortion, MultiWave and Rom Synthesis allows you to create a huge variety of sounds. Equipped with 3 very powerful oscillators that can be used independently or simultaneously.

MULTI-MODE: SPLIT IT OR STACK IT, CREATE ORIGINAL SOUNDS
Use multiple oscillators at the same time and stack things up. Or easily create split instruments by having a different sound on your right side of the keyboard and something different on the left.

MODULATE LIKE YOU HAVE NEVER BEFORE.
Form your sounds to be more organic and complex. The Genesis Pro has 2 comprehensive LFO's and 2 matrix slots with multiple outputs. With more than 100 destinations to choose from, you can modulate anything you want to bring your sounds alive. The Genesis Pro has also 4 envelopes build in. Each one assignable to more than 100 destinations as well by using the ADSR routing menu.

GIVE TRUE DEPTH AND COLOUR TO YOUR SOUNDS.
Choose up to 8 different kinds of high quality analog sounding filters that can be used in all sorts of combinations.

GIVE YOUR SOUNDS THE FINAL TOUCH
You can add and adjust effects to give your sounds the final touch. The Genesis Pro has master effects build in. You can use the stereo and panning controls together with limiter and master filters to finalize your sounds. Using the Alpha knob gives you the unique option to control as many knobs you want simultaneously.

DOmilasiezento - Italian ARP2600 Clone by Mirco Trentin

Some pics and details in via SoundMiT who also brought us the one of a kind MCS70 by Elka's Mario Maggi.

via the creator Mirco Trentin:

"Two years of hard work, many hours spent for development and many hours for soldering, at the end domilasiezento is alive. Domilasiezento is a dialect Veneto word of 2600. I diced to build it 2 years ago, I'm searching for schematics, pcb, components equivalences, i redraw all pcb's with a CAD but I keep the original layout. Result is DOmilasiezento, Full size, same graphics 3rd generation with 4072 VCF, midi implementation with duophonic cv, case copper with modern tolex and of course a spring reverber.

This is my creature.
have a fun
Mirco Trentin"

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TM Synthesis FLUX - Temporal Modulation Rhythm Sequencer to Launch on Kickstarter

FLUX Kickstarter Trailer from FLUX on Vimeo.

Visit www.TMsynthesis.com for more info!

via https://www.tmsynthesis.com

"Flux is a Temporal Modulation Synthesis Complex Rhythm Sequencer for Eurorack.

Temporal Modulation Synthesis applies a curvature to time, creating rhythms by modulating the linearity of trigger distribution within a step (each step can output a density of between 1-64 triggers). Trigger distribution can be modulated with a choice of 15 TM curves, the curvature of which ranges from -10 to +10 in 0.01 increments (2000 possible curvatures). Positive curvature values produce logarithmic responses, negative values produce exponential responses and a curvature of 0 results in linear spacing. 16 TM steps can be sequenced per channel, each with unique length, density, curve and curvature parameters. FLUX uses 64-bit double-precision floating point math internally to calculate rhythms with an extremely high degree of precision.

True Euclidean rhythms, polyrhythms & complex rhythmic patterns are extremely easy to generate and wide ranging in scope.

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The MS 2600 NG ARP 2600 DIY Project by Matthias Beese

MS2600NG Vlog Published on Feb 5, 2020 acidjack303

"Cit´s Synth´Gera Vlog . MS2600NG Episode.

The MS2600NG is a german Synthesizer DIY Project by Matthias Beese. There is only a small bunch of a few DIY MS2600NG on the Market. The MS2600NG is a Enhanced Full Size Clone on the legendary ARP 2600 Synthesizer. For more details of this Synthesizer go to the MS2600NG Webpage.

In this Vlog Episode i show you some of the Great Features and Sounds the MS2600NG offers."


Published on Jan 30, 2020 acidjack303

"I show you the great MS2600NG Synth in action, without talking !!!. #synthgearvlog #ms2600ng #arp26000"

Additional details in German: https://diy-mms.jimdo.com/ms-2600-ng-arp-clone/, Googligoo here

This project combines two projects in one synthesizer.

1.) The replica of an ARP2600 based on the original service documents.
2.) The expansion of the classic by a few functions and modules.

The MS 2600 NG is therefore the result of the two points mentioned above.

(The "NG" in the name stands for "NextGeneration" and the new features)

I started the project in 12/2016. The development and construction time was approximately 1 3⁄4 years.

The upper part is almost 1: 1 the original. I added a GATE function to the envelope follower. VCO1 and VCO2 have a SYNC input and the frequency-determining transistors of all VCOs are given small heaters so that they are kept at a constant temperature (frequency stability). VCO3 has also received a TRI and SINE output, as well as a PWM input. The MIXER has been expanded by one channel (VCA2).

In the lower part there are the following new groups (from LEFT to RIGHT):
Midi IN (2 * GATE + 4 * CV)
Sequencer with quantizer
ARSR and AD2
DUAL-8Bit Wavetable VCO
MultiMode VCF
VCA 2

The loudspeakers are realized as 'BOX in CASE', ie they get a closed housing with bass reflex opening in the lower part.

There are 5 basic boards, primarily with mech. Components are equipped (slider, sockets, switches, LEDs, buttons etc.), but also contain a few passive components and uncritical circuit parts. This makes the board size easy to handle and you don't have to unscrew everything when servicing.

The boards are mounted on the front panel with the many jack sockets (approx. 130 pieces).

The individual circuits are housed on the 16 module boards, which are then plugged onto the motherboard."

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The Synthfox Touchbay

Published on Aug 28, 2019 Synthfox Channel

via this auction

"Touch Bay is a tactile performance signal router. It can route 4 inputs to any of the 4 outputs by means of touching the controller's pads. The perfect use of it is a CV router, although it can also be used as a sound mixer, though maybe a bit less high-end sounding as a dedicated one.

Touch Bay comes in three pieces: the module, the tactile handle and the ribbon cable to connect them together. The handle is a PCB fit into a machined piece of plywood, and it's meant to sit outside of the rack and be a performance tool that you can pick up and play without tangling your hands in your patch's wiring.

The module has 4 inputs labelled with letters (A, B, C, D) and 4 outputs labelled with numbers (1, 2, 3, 4) - each with an individual sensitivity setting. These signals are directly connected to corresponding pads on the tactile handle: pads A, B, C and D are inputs, and pads 1, 2, 3 and 4 are outputs - just touch an input pad and an output pad to route! You can touch more than one inputs to mix signals, or more than one outputs to send signals to multiple destinations. Works really well with CV routing or feedback paths!"

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NAMM 2020 Lekholm DM48 MIDI Harmonica

Published on Jan 23, 2020 sonicstate

"Lenkholm Digital Chromatic Harmonica - its a MIDI controller for the harmonica player. Play in any key, any tuning from a small Swedish company Father and Son.
Includes side lever plus additional buttons for additional pitch shift functions"

http://lekholminstruments.com

"The Lekholm DM48 is a unique electronic instrument controller in the form of a chromatic harmonica. Twelve independent pressure sensors puts players in control of a world of synthetic sounds, silently at night or loud on stage without feedback. The DM48 is a pure MIDI controller without onboard sound synthesis.

SPECIFICATIONS

12 precision pressure sensors · USB MIDI · Instant key changes · Stores multiple settings & tunings · Built-in tuning editor · Export & import tunings · Highly adjustable response · Adjustable breathing resistance · Single or multichannel output · Compact size · OLED display · Anodized aluminum mouthpiece · Protective nylon case"

Qasar Beach Fairlight CMI Clone

via Qasar Beach

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