NAMM 2020: Lab4Music Sipario Expanded Programmable MIDI Router

Published on Jan 18, 2020 sonicstate

"We first saw the Lab4Music Sipario some years ago now, in fact Nick actually reviewed the original unit. At this years NAMM show Lab4Music were showing off their latest incarnation of the Sipario programmable router. This is expanded with more memory, 5 i/o and a pitch wheel.

The Sipario Expanded will be available soon and is ready to be implemented with MIDI 2.0"

Lab4Music Sipario posts

Clavia / Nord Introduces the Nord Sample Editor 3

Published on Jan 13, 2020 NordKeyboards

"We are happy to introduce the new Nord Sample Editor 3 for Nord Wave 2 and Nord Stage 3. The Nord Sample Editor 3 makes it easier than ever to create custom sample instruments for your Nord keyboard. Drag and drop audio-files and enjoy automatic mapping with pitch detection, simple looping and instant transfer to your Nord.

Intuitive user interface
Drag and drop single or multiple samples
Automatic and manual import options
Edit multiple zones at once
Support for silent zones

COMPATIBILITY
The Nord Sample Editor 3 is available for free download for Mac and Windows and compatible with the Nord Stage 3 and Nord Wave 2. Support for Nord Electro 6, Nord Grand and Nord Piano 4 to be announced."

Synth.BT (modular synthesizer tools) 2020 Kickstarter video

Published on Jan 2, 2020 Cat Full of GHOSTS


"Link to project: http://kck.st/39CG7Z4

Your HP is sacred, you shouldn’t waste it on things like multiples, attenuators and gate combiners.

Synth.BTs packs together a bunch of super handy passive synth tools into one neat kit that is as simple to build as it is useful.

Put one of these packs in your cable bag and always be ready to solve those synth routing problems live, or in the studio.

Product Description:

Synth.BTs are a beautiful matt black PCB with gold ENIG finish. Reminiscent of a model plane kit, you build up the board, solder it and then cut out the different components to create:

2 X 4 way multiples

2 X touch pads

1 X 3.5mm to ¼’ adapter

1 X 3-in-1 out gate combiner

2 X attenuators with mute and stutter

Synth.BTs is available as a bare PCB, kit or a pre-built PCB with jacks and other components already soldered.

What are you waiting for? Grab yours today."

New Torso Hardware Sequencer by Torso Electronics

Published on Sep 10, 2018 torso electronics

via Torso Electronics

"Create percussive polyrhythmic sequences or explore endless melodic variations. T-1 is an algorithmic MIDI sequencer which offers vast set of creative composition tools

About T-1

We set out to design a machine that can go beyond the limitations of a traditional sequencer, while maintaining a simple and user-friendly interface with no menu diving.
Focusing on fluid live performance and the possibility to modulate every parameter with random sequences.
‍
The T-1 brings a completely new methodology for sequencing and many new avenues for musical inspiration and creativity.
With 16 polyphonic tracks, 16 rhythmic and melodic parameters, random modulation features, and live performance tools, the T-1 brings new inspiring content for your music making.

Main features

Euclidian rhythms
The core of T-1 is based on the euclidian algorithm, which lets you generate and explore a vast variety of rhythmic patterns

Play together
Wirelessly connect to other devices with our integration of Ableton Link. This will make sure that T-1 is playing in time with your DAW and all Link supported apps

Randomize
We have added pseudo-random modulation to every parameter, for creating endless musical variations. The randomness can be locked into loops, giving you more control
‍Keypad display
The multicolor keypads is used as a display showing parameter values and the state of the device

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A quick demo of the MINDBURNER GATE to TRIGGER converter

Published on Dec 14, 2019 Mindburner

"makes a long Gate signal into a short trigger pulse, ranging from 1 second to 1/10 of a second.
It has 2 seperate channels and is powered from 5v DC

The pulse in this video is generated by the Sequential Circuits Pro One"

Bastl Illuminati - visualize your music with USB Lamps

Published on Nov 26, 2019 Bastl Instruments

"Illuminati is a 2-channel USB lamp driver that takes either audio, CV or MIDI and converts it to light intensity. Mini-jack inputs serve both for CV and audio. Adjusting gain, decay and inversion achieves the desired response to the signal. With a mini switch on the back, you can set whether the inputs also respond to negative voltages. Various MIDI information can be visualised as well (note, CC, aftertouch, velocity).

music by Toyota Vangelis

Features
2x 5V USB outputs
power draw limited to 0,5 A
2x CV input
CVs are either 0 to 5V or -5 to +5V, set by a switch on the back
MIDI input
2x button for settings
5V micro USB input (power only)
enclosure with expanded base for better stability and mounting
firmware updates via MIDI

via Bastl Instruments

Chaos Culture - Modulat Teaser Trailer - Max For Live Toolkit - Ableton Live - Signal

Published on Nov 6, 2019 Isotonik Studios

"Modulat is a MaxforLive Toolkit of prebuilt modules that you can use to effect parameters, output audio and generally be awesome. Spawn a module from the menu and connect it up using patch cords, this is MaxforLive without the coding! PLEASE NOTE: MaxforLive 8.0.2 is Essential for Use!

Formerly known as Signal, Modulat is a toolbox of modules that can be connected together to create or modify signals from Ableton Live, transform and output them as Audio or control for parameters. Begin by spawning modules from the menu and then connect them with patch cords by clicking on each modules inputs (left) and outputs (right). You can click on any output to monitor its signal within the scope and all modules run at audio rate. Use the Audio In & Out Modules to exchange signals between devices or to send & receive control voltage.

Modulat is a node based / modular playground for control signals such as LFOs, envelopes and automations. Most Max for Live control devices have a lot of issues and limit the possibilities by completely taking over the control of a parameter in Live. Signal uses audio signals for all its calculations and lets you route them however you want giving you a lot more options while keeping the highest quality possible along with staying sample accurate.

Additionally it eliminates chain mapping, where you would use an LFO on another one. Since every mapping in Live introduces a delay as well as CPU usage, chain mapping is not useful at all. With Modulat you only need one mapping to make everything possible. You can always add another signal and keep expanding the setup. Especially by using multiple instances you can use Lives own routing to mix control signals, record them and play them back in any way using the session view, the Looper device or simply by triggering them using Simpler/Sampler.

Additionally Modulat is the only device on the market that provides a workaround to control parameters in sync with Live by compensating for the delay. You can find out more about this workaround on page 10 of the user guide linked below.

The modules in Modulat are versatile, you don’t need a lot of them to create something useful. With a lot of additional features that haven’t been done before, bypassing mapped parameters for example, Signal is the ultimate control device.

With the flexibility Modulat becomes a meta language, you can basically create your own control devices exactly how you like it without actually having to program them in Max. Signal takes away all the work of getting the basics to work and leaves you only with the decision making.

https://isotonikstudios.com/product/modulat/"

Retrokits RK-007 MIDI Commander

Published on Oct 31, 2019 Retrokits

"Showing the workings of the RK-007 MIDI Commander DIY Project. Not your average number; This one is a little device to hack into your MIDI Setup. We made it with minimal amount of ( - cheap & easy to find - ) parts and soldering and devised a smart use of the keypad for easy and versatile use. It could be a handy tool to keep in your MIDI setup - and perhaps even be a good starting point for other firmware you find even more useful: This one you can build in Q-Style!

Project files and code are here: https://drive.google.com/open?id=10vM..."

meeblip thru5: MIDI splitter kit

via meeblip

"We're giving it away with all geode sales (and throwing in free standard shipping) in a special intro sale for 48 hours. It's Black Friday in October, basically."

thru5 is an affordable kit that’s invaluable in your studio. It's a 5-port MIDI splitter (thru box) that copies MIDI messages received at the MIDI IN and passes them to the five MIDI OUTs. Each output is processed through a low-latency active circuit.

The thru5 kit comes with all the tricky components pre-installed. You simply solder the MIDI and USB jacks. No cables are included - use your own, or get them in our shop.

Features:

This is an easy-to-build kit; some through-hole soldering required

Passes MIDI data from the MIDI IN to five MIDI OUT jacks

Low latency hardware MIDI pass-through

Runs on 5V Power from a computer USB port or USB wall wart (power only, does not pass data)

Opto-isolated MIDI IN to eliminate ground loops

Individual active signal processing for each MIDI OUT

Size: 125 x 40 x 25 mm (4.9" x 1.6" x 1"), weight: 72 g (2.5 oz)

Don't forget cables - get a four pack of MIDI cables for just US$19.95.

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New mioX and mioXM MIDI Interfaces from iConnectivity

via iConnectivity

"Today's a big day for us; it's the day we launch what we humbly believe are our best MIDI interfaces to date, the mioX series.

mioXL and mioXM offer super-charged network connectivity. Now you can use the power of the network to connect piles of computers (Mac, PC, and mobile devices). Additionally, there's more USB ports for peripherals and onboard presets.

If you are in need of MIDI connectivity, these interfaces are incomparable.

mioXL is our all-new flagship MIDI interface.

Taking the form of a 1U rackmount unit, mioXL features vast DIN-MIDI, USB-MIDI, and RTP/Network-MIDI connectivity. mioXL is an ideal choice for studio installations or MIDI intensive live rigs requiring huge amounts of connectivity.

What you'll notice straight away about the mioXL is its new, high-resolution OLED display and encoder, alongside obscene amounts of physical connectivity. 8-in 12-out DIN-MIDI ports, 10xUSB-MIDI ports and also 22 virtual RTP/Network-MIDI ports.

Brand new to the mioXL is also the ability to save and recall presets directly from the front panel of the interface. Perfect for DAW-less rigs or complex live setups.

It's XL by name and XL by nature; it's impossible to pack any more MIDI connectivity inside a 1U rackmount interface. Believe us, we tried!

mioXL makes you the master of your own MIDI domain

mioXM takes the fundamental architecture of the flagship mioXL and places it within a compact, half unit space enclosure.

Like its big brother, the mioXL, mioXM has unprecedented RTP/Network-MIDI connectivity. 12 virtual network ports, per mioXM, lets you assign an RTP/Network-MIDI port(s) for each of your connected peripherals and/or computing devices, and access them from virtually anywhere.

4 user-definable presets can be saved to the mioXM and recalled from the capacitive touch panel on the front of the interface. These allow you to quickly toggle between your four favourite configurations with a single tap.

Ideal for moderate-sized MIDI setups operating without a computer or any systems that require switching between multiple configurations on-the-fly.
mioXM is an ideal choice for compact, portable MIDI applications, or multiple placements throughout a studio, stage, or venue."

RYTHM COMPOSER - Evolution boite à rythmes proto dev16 - oZoe.fr

Published on Oct 14, 2019 PortamentoFr

"RYTHM COMPOSER - Evolution boite à rythmes proto dev16 - oZoe.fr"

Note finding this one on oZoe.fr yet, but you will find a ton of DIY project there if interested.

Note you can turn on auto translate captions via the CC followed by Options (gear icon) in the bottom right of the player once started.

How to Control DMX Lights With a Teenage Engineering OP-Z

Published on Sep 12, 2019 Blicero

"A guide to using the OP-Z to control lights via DMX.

Thank you to Enttec for supporting the channel and sponsoring the video. Find out more about the DMX USB Pro’s here: https://www.enttec.co.uk/product/prot..."

passionfruit | OP-Z Cover with DMX

Published on Jan 1, 2019 Blicero

"passionfruit by Blicero.

A cover of Passionfruit by Drake on the Teenage Engineering OP-Z. Using DMX to control Astera Pixel Tubes.

Vocals - Edwin Organ

Filmed by Sean Corbett - https://www.steadicorbs.com/

Big thanks to Sean Corbett for filming and providing the lights."

via Enttec where you'll find additional details and instructions on how to set things up:

"Aside from being able to make some cool sounds, one of the most pioneering features of Teenage Engineering‘s popular OP-Z multimedia synthesizer and sequencer is its ability to output DMX protocol in order to control lighting that can sync with your beats and visually take your performance to the next level.

There are a lot of questions floating around out there as to precisely how this is done, so we’ve teamed up with the brains from Teenage Engineering and one of Britain’s finest electronic musicians in order to present the definitive guide to using the DMX function on your Teenage Engineering OP-Z: what gear you’ll need, how to configure it, and most of all … how to maximize your fun."

Conductive Labs MRCC (MIDI Router Control Center) by Conductive Labs - sneak peak

Published on Sep 6, 2019 Conductive Labs

"Conductive Labs demos the MRCC (MIDI Router Control Center) early sneak peek prototype from KnobCon 2019.

We'll be linking to the KICKSTARTER campaign as soon it becomes available."

Update: it's now on Kickstarter here.

Conductive Labs brought us the NDLR. Thanks to Simo for the head up!

Deftaudio MacroPot Programable MIDI Controller

Published on Sep 4, 2019 DeftAudio

Playlist:
1. Deftaudio MacroPot Introduction and explanation
2. Deftaudio MacroPot operation in Synclavier mode
3. Deftaudio MacroPot quick play [with Sequential Prophet X]
4. Deftaudio MacroPot Assembly Guide

"Deftaudio MacroPot is a single knob deeply programable MIDI controller with extended interface capabilities based around Teensy HW and Arduino programming model. It’s designed to be the most compact Teensy3.2 MIDI implementation in a very dense packaging inside a rugged enclosure. You don’t need to be experienced in Arduino programming, it comes with full featured firmware. However for experienced users can leverage an Open Source firmware available for your own modifications.

Hardware features:
- Rotary dual color (with brightness control) encoder with a push button
- OLED display for a visual feedback and preset information
- Up/Down buttons for a preset management
- 1 x MIDI Input (3.5mm TRS MIDI A or B)
- 3 x MIDI Output (3.5mm TRS MIDI A or B)
- USB MIDI Class compliant with 4 x MIDI devices under OS (1 physical port)
- 1 x Audio/CV/trigger/sync output (via PWM or DAC)
- Programmable activity LED
- Standalone operation from a power bank or power supply.

Software features:
- MacroPot is based around the idea of controlling multiple parameters at a time and quick switching between presets (macro). Within a current macro it’s possible to assign up to 5 simultaneous active controllers for transmit as well as a push button behavior. This allows to create layers or splits in values, assign controllers to different events, messages and MIDI ports, implement curves. MacroPot is also a 1x3 MIDI interface device with merging capability, which enables it at any place in the setup — as a USB controller for any class compliant device or pass through HW MIDI input for your gear.

MORE INFO: https://github.com/Deftaudio/MacroPot"

Available at: Tindie

Update: pic of the new Deftaudio MacroPot Programable MIDI Controller:

myVolts: The mickXer - kick-ass 5-way passive mixer w/ noise filtering

via @MyVoltsTweets

"COMING SOON from myVolts: The mickXer, a kick-ass 5-way passive mixer w/ noise filtering! Sign up to the newsletter to get notified of release, and 15% off anything at myVolts ... http://eepurl.com/c31eoj ... any questions? Just ask! #Korg #Volca #synths"

MONTAGE MODX TOOLS - Making a cool arpeggio performance!

Published on Aug 31, 2019 Woody Piano Shack

"We'll use the software editor for MODX and MONTAGE to create a layer and split performance on the YAMAHA MODX6. After we've created the patch I'll do an improvised demo for you.

Sounds covered in this tutorial are bass, pads, synth comp, synth lead, drums and plenty of the interesting arpeggio patterns that come with the MODX powerful arpeggiator.
The editor will give us a nice overview of the architecture and sounds design aspects of the AWM2 and FM-X synth engines when creating patches and sounds.

Montage / MODX Tools - John Melas' Synth Site
► http://www.jmelas.gr/montage/products..."

Midihub - Standalone MIDI Processor & Router

Uploaded on Aug 28, 2019 Blokas



20 tutorial-type videos by CYLVESTER

https://blokas.io/midihub/

"Midihub is a versatile MIDI Processor & Router developed by Blokas. It comes equipped with classic MIDI Input and Output ports, 4 of each, as well as a USB port for power and/or communicating with a computer.

Midihub operates around the concept of pipes, sort of MIDI effects, that can be combined using the Midihub Editor to process MIDI messages in tons of useful and creative ways.

Midihub Editor works on all major platforms and supports more than 30 pipes already ranging from a simple CC filter pipe to more exotic arpeggiator or note dispatcher pipes.

Midihub can cover MIDI filter, merger, splitter, transformer, router, note dispatcher, randomizer, transposer, micro tuner, master clock roles and this is just to name a few.

Midihub can hold 8 different presets in its internal memory and once the presets are stored Midihub can be used completely stand-alone in a computer-less setup."

Serge Custom Eurorack 420hp

Note: Auction links are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

This system is in a Pittsburg Modular 360 Structure case, with an 86hp control Moog skiff used for secondary DUSG, and TKB.

Most items were purchases new in the last year. Always racked with washers.

Modules Included:

R*S 8-stage Sequencer/Programmer
R*S Active Pro
MA DTM CP3 Style Mixer
MA Mix
Elby Designs Serge ASR
Elby Designs ES75 Serge Voltage Controlled slope
R*S N Com
Elby Designs Serge Quantizer
2X R*S Variable Q VCF
2X R*S DUSG
Elby Designs Serge Random Voltage
R*S Serge Resonant EQ
R*S Serger Ring Modulator
ARC Effects Serge Dual Processor
R*S SSG Smooth and Stepped Generator
2X R*S New Timbral Oscillator
Serge Resonant EQ Mk II / CGS202
Arc Effects Serge TKB
R*S Triple Waveshaper
R*S Variable Slope VCF
R*S Wave Multiplier
R*S Stereo Mixer

R*S = Random Source

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Emu Drumulator Sound ROM Creator

via R-Massive where you will find additional details.

"Create your own E-mu Drumulator sounds with these decoder / encoder tools…

E-mu Drumulator Sound ROM Creation Tools v0.50

Included kits (so far):

– Akai XR10
– LinnDrum
– Yamaha RY30
– Digidrums – Alternate Set 1
– Digidrums – Electronic Drums 1
– Digidrums – Electronic Drums 2
– Digidrums – Latin Percussion
– Digidrums – Rock Drums 1"

Wave Creator - An Interactive Sample Loader for your KORG 'logue Synthesizers...

Published on Aug 16, 2019 hammondeggs49

"Be sure to read the documentation before installing!
Available at https://github.com/hammondeggs/wavecr...
Consider helping support these projects at https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr...

Wave Creator is an interactive sample loader / user oscillator creator for your KORG minilouge xd and prologue synthesizers. Loading waveforms is super easy, and you can do so much more with the waveforms with the descriptors, there's too much to write here so go and read the manual!"