sismo-lito-ice

sismo-lito-ice from sismo on Vimeo.

"Synth of the month is back!

We are proud to present Lito Ice version.

Four oscillators 2 x square, triangle and sine(low frequencies), filter section, built in 2 analogue sequencer (one connected to sine by gate and the other connected to the square and triangle by cv). An oscillator mixer (square1 / square2 and triangle) plus 2 frequencies control by LDR (Light Dependent Resistor) in the lower panel. Two independent output 3/4 inch (one to sine and the other to mix waves).

Specifications
Polyphony : monophonic
Oscillators : 4 (1x sine - 2x square - 1x triangle
Control : Internal 2x eight step sequencer (1 gate -1 cv)
External 2x cv in, 1x sync in - 3x sync out
Current draw: 12 Volts (center positive) (Not included)
Weight: 450g
Dimensions: 15cm (H) x 12,5cm (D) x 13cm (W)

IMPORTANT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS!
- Do not exceed a 15VDC wall wart
- Make sure the wall wart has at least 300 mA capacity or more."

Roland's Single Knob Synth for Cars

ZZ_FOS2015 from GLM on Vimeo.
ZZ First Glance - Goodwood Festival of Speed 2015

What you are looking at is an actual synthesizer for cars, specifically for the GLM Model ZZ electric sports car in the video above and pictured below. Electric cars do not have traditional engines that produce the rumble you translate into raw power so the audio has to come from somewhere. In this case it will be coming from Roland's SuperNATURAL synthesizer engine. Hopefully they'll make an iPad editor for it so you can program in your own sounds. :) Map the pedals, wipers, windows, turn signals, etc. to different MIDI CC values and you are good to go, freaking this shit out of people. Imagine that? No wobble bass please...

The official press release:

"Japanese Auto Maker and Musical Instrument Manufacturer Partner to Co-Develop Electric Sports Car Driving Sound

Roland and GLM creating neo-futuristic driving sound system using world-leading synthesizer technology

Hamamatsu, Japan, August 18, 2015 — Roland Corporation and GLM Co., Ltd., have announced an agreement to co-develop a neo-futuristic driving sound generation system for GLM’s electric sports car. In this unprecedented collaboration between the world’s leading electronic musical instrument maker and the manufacturer of Japan’s first mass-marketed electric sports car, the driving sound system will be designed using Roland’s renowned SuperNATURAL® synthesizer technology.

Herbie Hancock, Jimmy Page, George Duke and many more of the world’s most talented musicians have relied on Roland synthesizers to create music. The new driving sound system for GLM’s ZZ model will use this same professional synthesizer technology to produce sonically rich, studio-quality sounds. In addition to refined sound quality, the system will have the ability to change with each driver’s real-time driving experiences. GLM and Roland are committed to creating a driving sound generation system that provides a one-of-a-kind driving experience that rivals anything currently on the market.

Roland’s innovative SuperNATURAL* synthesizer technology will power the ZZ model’s sound generation system with dynamic and dramatic sounds that seamlessly change depending on real-time driving situations like acceleration, deceleration, and motor load variances on sloping roads. This exclusive technology is based on responsiveness, which is especially important when recreating the subtleties of acoustic musical instruments electronically. That same technology will be used to create ingenious neo-futuristic sounds that will give sports car enthusiasts the experience of driving a space ship on the road. Electric sports cars are more popular now than ever, and as environmental concerns escalate, some drivers are learning to appreciate quieter electric engines. Driving sounds are still crucial for many, however ­– especially drivers of high-performance vehicles and those who want to have a fun and fulfilling driving experience.

For decades, the industry standard for reproducing the sound of traditional musical instruments was PCM sampling. The challenge with sampling is that most acoustic instruments respond differently to how hard they are struck, blown or bowed – most acoustic instruments grow brighter as they get louder, for example. By meticulously modeling the subtle characteristics and responsiveness of acoustic instrument sounds, Roland was able to create the most realistic electronic music sounds. Roland’s SuperNATURAL technology makes it possible to recreate these nuances electronically, and will be used to create the best driving sounds possible in the electric sports car.

Main features of the Roland sound generation system:

Generates driving sounds depending on the driving situation (e.g. acceleration, deceleration, and motor load variances)
Roland’s acclaimed SuperNATURAL synthesizer technology is used to synthesize dynamic, neo-futuristic sounds, then reproduce them through the car’s stereo speakers
Driving situations are detected by the system in real time through a car-mounted network that measures the car’s speed, pressure on the accelerator pedal, and load to the power system
Drivers can select from several driving sound types based on their personal preference, including neo-futuristic options
The driving sound system option for GLM’s ZZ model featuring Roland’s sound-making technology will be available this fall.

*Adapted sound engine of Roland’s flagship digital synthesizer."

New AVP Synth HBS-100 Hybrid Bass Synthesizer (Official Demo)

Published on Aug 16, 2015 Avp Synth

"All the synth lines are coming from the HBS-100 - hybrid bass synthesizer to demonstrate it's capabilities and analog features with wavetable forms.
Drums are coming from other sources.
Reverb and delay has been added externally.

AVP Synth is a Russian brand manufacturing synthesizers and drum machines, as well as other audio related products.

In this demo you can see and hear the HBS-100 - a hybrid monophonic bass synthesizer which is capable of reproducing a wide range of aggressive, tight bass sounds.It is simple and quite intuitive to use.

HBS-­‐100 is operated via MIDI. It has9 knobs, 5 switches and 1button,
which allows you to control the parameters of the sound in real time.

Specification
HBS-100 is optimized for producing beautiful and sculptured bass sounds.

- Method of synthesis: Digitally controlled oscillators (DCO)
- Controlled oscillator (DCO): two unique digital oscillators (saw, rectangle, PWM) with Wavetable options
- Controlled filter (VCF): one active, aggressive, 100% analog 12db low-pass filter
- Envelope generator (AR/ASR): one
- Low frequency oscillator (LFO): one; triangle
- MIDI Interface: MIDI In, 4 channels
- Audio output: mono jack 6.3 mm
- Controls: 9 knobs, 5 switches and 1 button
- Power supply: adapter 9 V DC (included)"

JingleJoe Z SYNTH Demos

Published on Aug 15, 2015 JingleJoe

"these demos only scratch the surface of the potential of this synth, also the sound quality is a bit low, sorry!"

Z SYNTH demo 2 WPG making music and changing control methods


More than a drone synth.

MICROGRANNY 2.4 FIRMWARE RELEASE

Published on Aug 12, 2015 Bastl Instruments

"Check out new firmware version for MicroGranny2! All MG units are now also equipped with brand new samplebank to explore MG's sonic possibilities.
INFO: http://www.bastl-instruments.com/inst..."

Synthor Preview: Percussa's digital modular synthesizer for the AudioCubes

via the Percussa news letter:

"Hi everyone, it’s Bert here from Percussa AudioCubes :-)

We’ve been working hard on Synthor, the digital modular synthesizer for the AudioCubes, and I thought I’d send you an update :-)

As you know, the AudioCubes started as an advanced object based MIDI controller for professional artists, such as live performers, sound designers, composers, teachers, …

With Synthor we are taking AudioCubes to the next level. We’re adding audio input and output to our MIDIBridge software, and building a synthesizer into the software, which is called Synthor.

Synthor allows you to assign sound processors and generators to the AudioCubes, and lets you patch them together using the AudioCubes. You do this by placing the AudioCubes next to each other. The power of patching in Synthor comes from its ability to make multiple patch connections as you build a network of cubes. In a normal modular synthesizer, you make one connection at a time. With Synthor, you can make multiple connections by placing cubes together. Synthor takes modular synthesizer patching to the next level!

Synthor also gives you real time high speed parameter control: when you move cubes further or closer to each other, the software will control and scale synthesizer parameters such as modulation depth. Imagine two oscillator cubes, placed together. One oscillator modulates the other one, in amplitude, or frequency, as soon as the cube detect each other. As you move the cubes closer or further away, the distance between the cubes will change the modulation depth!

So in summary, with Synthor, you can patch multiple cables, and change modulation depth for these multiple connections, all at the same time, using only two hands :-) Synthor pushes the concept of a modular synthesizer to the next level.

Last but not least, you can save and load module assignments to/from preset files. Let’s say you have 8 cubes. You could have a group of oscillator and step sequencer cubes in one setup, but if you load a different settings file, which you might have saved at another time, you can recall a totally different setup, for example consisting of a group of filters and noise generators! This way you can play a live set with a modular synthesizer, and recall a totally different setup for every song. You can even switch presets using program changes (a feature that has been in MIDIBridge for several versions, by the way).

We’ve already got a wavetable oscillator, waveshaper, state-variable filter, noise generators, step sequencer, envelope generator, DC level generator and LFOs built into Synthor."

See the first video on the Percussa site here.  Below are two additional videos from Percussa's YouTube channel.

Topology Mode and Ableton Live by Rishabh Rajan

Published on Aug 11, 2015 Percussa AudioCubes

synthor digital modular synth for AudioCubes testing session #1

Published on Aug 11, 2015 Percussa AudioCubes

"We're working on a digital modular synthesizer for the AudioCubes: synthor. More information: https://www.percussa.com/2015/08/11/p..."

New Arpeggio Hardware Arpeggiator, Sequencer, and Synthesizer Details & Vids

First revealed back in June of 2013, we now have some additional details on the upcoming Arpeggio. Further below are three making-of videos featuring audio from the Arpeggio's built-in AVR synth engine.

Details:

"Introducing arpeggio. A new kind of electronic instrument with an interface so simple you can let your intuition take over. A design focused on seamless composition and performance which gives you the precise control to make any melody you want. Every detail of your sequence at your fingertips. No screens or menus. Arpeggio takes the notes you select and instantly plays them in a looping sequence. Tweak and save note sequences. These form the building blocks of melodic improvisation. String them together to create complex melodies. It’s a blank sketchpad for musical notes. There are no presets. You are the composer.

• Create, play, and save sequences instantly with live arpeggio sequencer.
• Up, up-down, down, down-up, sequence, & random arpeggiator modes.
• Access and chain together up to 512 user created arpeggio patterns.
• Internal 2-oscillator virtual analog monosynth.
• Note division sequencer (1/16th, 1/8th, 1/4 notes etc ).
• USB, 1/4” & 1/8” audio out, MIDI in, MIDI out, CV trigger out.
• MIDI & CV clock sync for syncing to external drum machines (master or slave)
• Control external hardware and software synths.
• High quality internal speaker.
• Takes batteries or power from an AC adapter. Make melodies anywhere!"


Arpeggio Machining Teaser 1 from Tangible Instruments on Vimeo.

"Here is a Video teaser of machining for our prototype, accompanied by Arpeggio's AVR Synth Engine demo."


Arpeggio Machining Teaser 2 from Tangible Instruments on Vimeo.

"Here is the 2nd Video teaser of machining for our prototype, accompanied by Arpeggio's AVR Synth Engine demo. We're cutting a block of aluminum for our button moulds."


Arpeggio 3D Printing from Tangible Instruments on Vimeo.

"Here we're 3D printing our prototype for Arpeggio. An arpeggiator, sequencer, and synthesizer in one portable instrument. 3D printing has really helped us to perfect the look and feel of the case."

New MFB Tanzmaus Analogue Drumcomputer in the Works

It looks like MFB has a new drum machine in the works.

Spotted on sequencer.de:

"Tanzmaus (dancing mouse) is a 4-7 instrument drum machine quite like the Xbase09 was – so this is a smaller version of the Tanzbär Drummachine (dancing bear) which is bigger than a mouse.

4 instruments on top – the bottom rights may be something for the hihats.. so it’s 5/6 instruments – at the bottom I found 7 “things” so – I assume it will be a 7 instrument drum machine with step input."

Arcano MIDI NES Chiptune Synth on Kickstarter

Published on Jul 27, 2015 Arcano Systems

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/...

"This is demo music created with the Arcano MIDI NES Chiptune Synthesizer. The device is an ATmega328-microcontroller-based MIDI synth designed to emulate the classic chiptune sound of the Nintendo Entertainment System's APU (audio processing unit.) If you are interested in the synth, please refer to the Kickstarter campaign page. The Kickstarter campaign rewards include both a fully assembled and tested version and a kit version for those who prefer to build it themselves. I created the music track myself, and I am not very musically talented. I'm interested to hear the music that more talented musicians will create with this synth, which is why I'm sharing the device through Kickstarter."

via the Kickstarter campaign:

"The Arcano MIDI NES Chiptune Synthesizer is a minimalistic, microcontroller-based synth designed to emulate the classic chiptune sound of the Nintendo Entertainment System's APU (audio processing unit.) The synthesizer's MIDI input allows musicains create NES-video-game-style chiptune music by simply connecting a MIDI keyboard or other MIDI device.

No programming is required. Each Arcano MIDI NES Chiptune Synthesizer includes a preprogrammed microcontroller; however, each synth also features a 6-pin AVR programming header, allowing programmers to flash the embedded ATmega328 microcontroller with their own custom software. The programming header enables hackers to create their own custom waveforms, envelopes, software low-frequency oscillators, and PCM samples.

Unlike many other microcontroller-based synthesizers which use internal PWM peripherals to generate weak, scratchy, low-quality audio signals, the Arcano MIDI NES Chiptune Synthesizer uses an auxiliary digital-to-analog converter chip to create a clear, high-quality audio signal.

Specifications:

3-note polyphony
1/8'' (3.5mm) jack mono audio output
MIDI input through standard MIDI DIN connector
7-segment LED waveform mode indicator
simple two-button interface
embedded ATmega328 microcontroller
Preset Modes:

Mode 0 - 12.5% duty cycle pulse waveform
Mode 1 - 25% duty cycle pulse waveform
Mode 2 - 50% duty cycle pulse waveform
Mode 3 - 75% duty cycle pulse waveform
Mode 4 - sawtooth waveform
Mode 5 - triangle waveform
Mode 6 - triangle-wave-based drums
Mode 7 - noise-based percussion
Mode 8 - arpeggio, 12.5% duty cycle pulse waveform
Mode 9 - arpeggio, 25% duty cycle pulse waveform
Mode A - arpeggio, 50% duty cycle pulse waveform
Mode b - arpeggio, sawtooth waveform
Mode C - arpeggio, triangle waveform
Mode d - vibrato, 12.5% duty cycle pulse waveform
mode E - vibrato, 50% duty cycle pulse waveform
mode F - vibrato, 75% duty cycle pulse waveform
mode G - vibrato, sawtooth waveform
mode H - vibrato, modulated duty cycle pulse waveform"

The Kabbalistic Synth based on Earth's Magnetic Field, Magnetic Storms of Jupiter & Cosmic Rays

Kabbalistic Synth from sam conran on Vimeo.

via Creative Applications Network where you'll find the full post.

"Created by Sam Conran at the RCA/Design Interactions, the Kabbalistic Synthesizer is a is a musical synthesizer that uses the combination of electric signals to build and create sound bottom up using its raw basic elements. It replaces all usual functions of a regular synthesizer, signal, noise, ADSR, gate and keyboard with alternatives that are generated by live macrocosmic phenomena. The result is a synth that operates itself with waveforms generated by the Earths magnetic field, noise via magnetic storms of Jupiter and keyboard via cosmic rays."

New Limited Edition White MeeBlip anode

via Create Digital Music:

"So, to celebrate anode, we’re bringing out a special limited edition for summer. As you’ve no doubt noticed, it comes in a new creamy white case. But the controls have been updated, too. People liked the wavetable mode so much, we’ve made that the default, so you can dial in a wide range of sounds from the front panel. And to give you blindingly-quick access to envelopes, there’s one knob for amplitude and one knob for decay. Sound performance has also been fine-tuned, so it’s even more responsive.

We’re only making 250 of these, hand numbering them, so once they’re gone, they’re gone. (The original anode will remain available, both direct and at worldwide dealers.)"

Yamaha reface Mobile Mini Keyboards: Get the Sounds Made Famous By Your Favorite 1980’s Band

Published on Jul 7, 2015 yamahacorporation

Updates: new Yamaha reface promo videos added above, Sonicstate, Gear4music and Keyboard Mag videos below. Tons of additional picks including the interface screen of the reface DX added below. Click each pic for the full size shot.

Yamaha reface Videos from Keyboard Magazine


Yamaha reface Sonic State First Look Videos


Yamaha reface Gear4music Demos


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Your Sound. Any Place, Any Time

Published on Jul 3, 2015 Yamaha Corporation of America

And the press release, full details & a ton of pics are in.

"NASHVILLE (July 9, 2015)—Yamaha today introduced the new reface Mobile Mini Keyboards, portable yet powerful sounding keyboards that descend from a distinguished pedigree.

Why should guitarists have all the fun playing outdoors or anytime inspiration strikes? Even for beginners, these boards are fun to play because there are no deep, complicated control panels to learn: turning knobs and sliding faders brings an instant change in sound and players are able to create their own tones for a fun, tactile experience.

Building on Yamaha’s 40-year heritage of creating some of the most heralded and renowned electronic keyboards in music history, reface reimagines the interface of four classic Yamaha instruments – some of which are difficult to find in the vintage market and weigh too much to carry around. The new series offers thick, booming sound, built-in speakers, 37 keys with professional-grade HQ-Mini action (derived from the flagship Motif XF professional synthesizer) and battery-powered portability for making music on the go. But more than mere travel companions, these versatile keyboards connect with external speakers, smartphones, tablets, MIDI devices and computers for use on stage and in the studio.

reface DX draws its inspiration from the iconic DX7, which debuted in 1983 and became the first commercially successful electronic keyboard used extensively by a multitude of bands throughout the decade and beyond, including Toto (“Africa”), the Doobie Brothers (“What a Fool Believes”) and the theme from “Beverly Hills Cop” (Axel F”). With the press of a button, the reface DX changes from retro-80s tones to cutting-edge modern sounds perfect for EDM. A new Multi-Touch Control interface makes it easy to customize your sound with the powerful FM (frequency modulation) synthesis engine. The instrument includes 8-note polyphony, 32 Voice Memories and a backlit display.

reface YC reimagines the YC Yamaha Combo organs, introduced in the late 1960s and used by Pink Floyd, Tangerine Dream and others. The YC offers all the expression of drawbars, rotary speaker, percussion and effects. It includes five retro organ sounds—ranging from tonewheel to transistor to the original Yamaha Combo organ—and 128-note polyphony.

reface CP redesigns the Combo Piano, launched in 1975 and ubiquitous on stages during that era. The sound enhanced the work of Keane, U2, Genesis, Billy Joel and more. The CP model features six electric piano sounds including tine, reed, clav, toy and CP80 plus direct control of six different 1970s-style effects built into its retro-chic design. It also includes a sustain pedal input with a half-damper response and 128-note polyphony.

reface CS rekindles the legacy of the CS-series Control Synthesizers, introduced in 1976 and played by Vangelis, Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson, among others. Offering 8-note polyphony, reface CS uses virtual analog synth technology and five flexible oscillator modules to create a wide variety of complex sounds from analog to digital.

reface features a 'one to one' control scheme, meaning the panel controls perfectly match the tone generator for direct sound creation and musical inspiration.

'reface offers high-quality touch, tone, interface and superior design at an affordable price,' said Nate Tschetter, marketing manager, Music Production, Yamaha Corporation of America. 'These inspiring, horizon-expanding instruments are fun to play and let keyboard players take their music anywhere.'

The reface YC, CP, CS and DX mobile mini keyboards (MSRP: $799) will ship in September 2015.

For more information, visit http://4wrd.it/yamahasynth or http://4wrd.it/usayamaha"

Click the pics for the full size shots.

Additional detailed interface pics added below.

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New Roland Driftbox-R - Reon Driftbox Re-Branded with Updates

via Sweetwater:

"The Roland DriftBox-R Limited is an updated version of the original Reon DriftBox in AIRA green livery. Originally commissioned by Roland to demonstrate the the SBX-1 Sync Box, the DriftBox-R Limited is a cool analog synth module in its own right. You get two oscillators, a great-sounding filter, and an envelope generator, as well as CV/gate I/O that turns this little tabletop unit semi-modular. You can use it by itself and trigger its envelope with the onboard momentary button - or combine it with other hardware and the possibilities are endless. Paired with a CV-equipped keyboard or sequencer, it's a great source for soaring leads and massive bass lines. It's available in very small numbers - only 80 for North America, so better get your Roland DriftBox-R from Sweetwater today!

Roland Driftbox-R Limited Analog Monosynth Module Features at a Glance:
Updated version of the original Reon DriftBox
A wide range of functions in a small desktop box
Two VCOs, a great-sounding filter, and an envelope generator
CV/gate I/O for semi-modular flexibility
Use it alone, triggering its envelope with the onboard momentary button
Combine it with other hardware for endless possibilities"

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DSI Prophet 12 OS 1.2.9.2 Update Adds DX7 Style Linear FM & More

This one in via Soviet Space Child, via the DSI forums. Note the thread is dated Tue Aug 6, 2013 but that appears to be when it was created for the first OS updates. Also note the latest OS on the DSI site is currently 1.2.0, so this is new. You can see a history of OS updates for the Prophet 12 in that thread. Be sure to read it if you plan on updating earlier. Soviet Space Child mentioned there are some bugs with the release which might explain why it's not on the DSI site yet. The news hear is DX7 style linear FM has been added to the Prophet 12.

"Main OS 1.2.9.2
NOTE: Reset globals or enable the screen saver global after installing this OS unless you absolutely do not want it on to save your OLED lifespan
Alternate tunings/scales added. You can load these in the globals section after sending the attached MIDI sysex file for alternate tunings. Read the Prophet 6 manual for more information
Linear FM (DX7 style). An additional parameter has been added in the Osc section to toggle between exponential and linear FM modes
Unison now selectable from 1-12 voices or in split/stack from 1-6 voices
Arp can now output the MIDI notes it is playing. A global has been added to enable this
New mod destinations added:
Osc 1-4 Slop
Osc All Shape Mod
Delay All Time
LFO and Envelope destinations can now be assigned by holding down the LFO/Envelope button and moving the destination you wish to set, in the same way the mod destination button works
Added global to toggle MIDI program change messages being sent
Added global to turn off screen saver mode
Fixed bug: Delay buffer overruns minimized to fix audio dropouts and some clipping issues
Fixed bug: BPM calculation smoothed to improve delay performance from quick tempo changes or an inconsistent clock source
Fixed bug: Delay buffers now cleared when changing programs
Fixed bug: Show response not working correctly when pots set to passthru
Fixed bug: Screen glitches when coming back from sleep mode
Fixed bug: Program Volume (CC#7) no longer sent when MIDI send off
Fixed bug: Crash/Lockup when receiving clock in MIDI: Slave Thru mode
Fixed bug: Arp playing incorrect notes in certain combinations of params/keys
Fixed bug: In some cases cannot switch programs from a DAW/Host
Fixed bug: BPM acquisition time improved"

Reco-Synth BASS MAQUINA

Published on Jun 26, 2015 Arthur Joly

BASS MAQUINA 2


Bass Maquina translates to Bass Machine.

New Kurzweil Artis SE introduction

Published on Jun 24, 2015 Soundria.Com

"Welcome to the new fantastic lightweight piano from Kurzweil!"

Yamaha Reface Is Coming - New CS/SY Series Influenced Synth in the Works?

Uploaded on Jun 16, 2015 Yamaha Corporation of America

New Yamaha CS series?

1. Note the ring mod throughout the audio in the video.
2. What is that at :03? Yamaha SY-1 style levers?
3. Main synthesizer in techno at :05?
4. Seems like a piano player made the keys at :07. CS80 keys?
5. What is that at :09 - :10? SY/CS style levers & different style rocker switches?
6. Take me down memory lane at :19?
7. Ends with a nod to Yamaha CS series pipe dream at :24.

Update: looks like we'll know in 15 days: https://yamahasynth.com The tagline states: "Get ready to create your sound any place, any time."

Goldilocks Analogue - Synthesizer Waveforms

Published on Jun 21, 2015 ThreeDRaymaker's channel

"Synthesizer application with Goldilocks Analogue and the FTDI EVE Gameduino 2 Shield.
http://feilipu.me/2014/12/06/goldiloc...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFg9N..." [embedded below]

via feilipu:

"For the past year, I’ve been prototyping an Arduino clone, the Goldilocks Analogue, which incorporates advanced analogue output capabilities into the design of the original Goldilocks with ATmega1284p AVR MCU and uSD card cage. Recently the design scope crept up to include two SPI memory devices (EEPROM, SRAM, FRAM), and microphone audio input. But, before I go through another prototype cycle, I thought it would be a good idea to build some demonstration applications, showcasing the capabilities of an arduino compatible platform with integrated analogue output and have some fun with audio..."

Goldilocks Analogue - Synthesizer GUI Closeup

Published on May 31, 2015 ThreeDRaymaker's channel

"Synthesizer application with Goldilocks Analogue and the FTDI EVE Gameduino 2 Shield."

New Folktek Conduit on Indiegogo

Published on Jun 20, 2015 Sir Folktek

Folktek has a new campaign on Indiegogo. Click through for the full details, some captured further below for the archives.

via Indiegogo

"The Conduit:
A symbiotic touch-based drone synthesizer based on a delay which then travels to a filter. Creating swells of oscillation that can delve into eternal noisy feedback territory as one desires. Connect to a sequencer to control the time/pitch and pull forth some powerful synthesis.

Additionally the touch board is a control voltage generator/keyboard sending 0-5v in .5v increments.

Note that the final will be slightly different than what's shown. The circuit's been redesigned to have the two outer knobs taken up on the panel to provide more space for the jacks with less interference.

Features:
touch pads; 8 polyphonic notes + noise + pitch: all sensitive to touch. These are synchronous with the delay clock, meaning delay time = oscillator pitch. All notes are tuned with one another so the pitch is a master control.
Oscillation and/or incoming audio sent through on-board filter: for further manipulation.
CV controllable: over delay time/master pitch (+0-5v).
Touch panels generate CV: signals from +0-5v in .5v increments to control your modular gear (it's a cv keyboard).
Audio input: to get your sound into some delay and filter goodness. Expect the delay to be a noisy little bastard (this is a drone synthesizer). For a clean delay and filter signal, however, one can disconnect the touch plates and use it strictly as an effects unit for synthesizers, guitar, etc. Cv controls delay time.
Delay: True vintage analog sound delay. The delay goes from extremely tight to some unspecified, very long, very noisy time. The range of the time knob has been allowed to extend to incredibly long times by allowing the degradation of quality beyond a second or so, allowing the sound to get into very lo-fi and grimy territory.
Filter: Single knob style filter with fixed resonance allows for a nice, rich sweep.
Adaptable with other Folktek works: Without sending the audio output anywhere, the oscillators will travel through the players' body and into Materia, Mentalis and/or Aether to be further manipulated (examples in videos).
All 3.5mm jacks
High quality parts, solid construction.
Bamboo box with dark splines.
12v operation with included power supply"

New AMSynths Aqua Synthesizer In the Works

Some details via AMSynths

"The Aqua is a complete analog synthesizer inspired by the mono-synths of the 1970’s. A single VCO with sawtooth, pulse and sub octave square waveforms drives a 4-pole Low Pass Filter, which is connected to a final VCA with ADSR envelope. Noise, S&H and an advanced LFO complete the configuration. The synthesizer is analog with CV inputs for keyboard CV, gate and trigger – there is no MIDI. The Aqua is based on two PCB’s; one for the potentiometers and switches and a second for the analog circuits. The PCB’s mount to a powder coated and silk screened steel front panel designed by AMSynths.

Detailed Description
The Aqua is an all new design that uses modern components.

One wide range VCO with precision power rails, sawtooth and square waveforms.
-1 and -2 octave sub-oscillator waveforms.
VCF 8075 4-pole Low Pass Filter with matched transistor arrays.
CMOS based based ADSR with x0.1 and x1 timing switches.
S&H, Noise and high quality LFO with frequency LED and delay control.
VCO Range rotary switch provides 32′,16′,8′,4′ and 2’octaves.
VCO Fine Tune rotary potentiometer.
High Pass Filter with 4 modes including Bass Boost.
Portamento slide potentiometer.
Robust power connectors for +/-12V on PCB.
Non-illuminated 45mm slider potentiometers with plastic slider caps.
High quality metal baton slide switches.
3.5mm jacks sockets for inputs and unbalanced output, all mounted on PCB.
Pitch, Gate and Trigger 3.5mm jack socket inputs plus a variety of patch points.
NO MIDI input, please use a MIDI to CV with gate & trigger (e.g. Kenton).
Product Details

Stage 1: The Aqua will be available as an unpopulated PCB’s with a professional EuroRack front panel, customers need to buy and fit the components, AMSynths provide any hard to find parts. The Panel is rack mounted into a standard 3U 84HP EuroRack with rails within the customers case. The Aqua is powered via 12V using a standard Doepfer power socket.

Stage 2: The Aqua will also be available as a completed synth in EuroRack with all parts fitted and the synth tested.

There are no plans to sell the Aqua in a metal case with a mains power supply, and customers can design their own cases. Pricing and BOM will be announced when the PCB and Panel have been finalised."