Rare 70's National Panasonic RF-1300 Boombox with Rhythm Machine

Published on Mar 9, 2020 SUBTOKYOSHOP

"Rare 70's National Panasonic RF-1300 Boombox with Radio and Rhythm Machine

with Roland RE-201 Space Echo"

You can find additional posts featuring the Panasonic RF-1300 here.

Vintage Panasonic Rhythm Machine RD-9844

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via this auction

"In Excellent condition, Rare and Hard to find.

Works on a 9V battery (not included), and has a factory built-in 1/8" male plug output cable. Great addition, and perfect size for Modular and Eurorack setups. Made in Japan."

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National Panasonic RF 1300 Rhythm Machine 70's Rare Vintage

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Published on Apr 6, 2018 SUBTOKYOSHOP

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"National Panasonic RF-1300 Rhythm Machine 70's Vintage Analog Drum & Radio - This unit has some scratches and discoloration, but operational and functional in pretty good condition. We have tested all switches, knobs, outputs works fine. The AM Radio does not work besides FM Radio is working. Not sure but some of the rhythm patterns sounds not original, check the youtube video please."

Also see this one from last year.

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1975 Vintage National Panasonic RF-1300 Rhythm Machine with Radio

Published on May 9, 2017 SubTokyoShop

Here's an interesting piece from the past. This is the first time one has been featured here on MATRIXSYNTH.

"Rare 1975 Vintage National Panasonic RF-1300 Rhythm Machine with Radio test"

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National (Panasonic) SY-50 Automatic Rhythm + Fostex 3180 Spring Reverb

Published on Mar 10, 2015 SubTokyoShop

Here's something you do not see everyday. This is the first post on the site to feature the National SY-50 rhythm drum machine. I'm not sure if National is the model name of the SY-50 or a sub-brand name from Matsushita/Panasonic. If you know feel free to comment. Curious if Moby knows about this one. If you spot it in the video there let me know. I created new channel labels for National & Matsuhita. There are only two previous posts that mention Matsushita.

The following is the video description:

"National (Panasonic) SY-50 Automatic Rhythm + Fostex 3180 Spring Reverb

National (Panasonic) SY-50 Automatic Rhythm is very rare rhythm machine produced by Matsushita Electric Co., (Panasonic) in early 1970's. National is a brand name belonging to Matsushita electronics, who are better known outside Japan under another brand name, Panasonic. The "Touch Start" switch is not working (guess no one alive because of the structure), then put the start cable out of the back panel. It start when touching this cable or using foot switch.

Fostex 3180 Spring Reverb is in Excellent Condition."

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Modular Synth Fuzz Jam (w/ "The Great Destroyer" Eurorack Module) #TTNM

Published on Nov 18, 2014 The Tuesday Night Machines

"Here's a jam with the Eurorack version of "The Great Destroyer" Fuzz Guitar Pedal by Dwarfcraft Devices, together with the MicroBrute and Korg Volca Beats :) Audio and video performances recorded separately in one take.

Audio gear used:
- Eurorack Modular Synthesizer (with Malekko Wiard Anti-Oscillator, Intellijel Dixie, Koma Kommander, Dwarfcraft's The Great Destroyer Fuzz, Klangbau Köln Wavetable VCO & Twin Peaks filter, Erica Polivoks VCF, etc. see: http://www.modulargrid.net/e/racks/vi...)
- Arturia MicroBrute (analog synthesizer)
- Korg Volca Beats (drum machine)
- Zoom R16 (recording & mastering)

Video gear used:
- Panasonic WJ-AVE3 FX generator (circuit bent)
- Panasonic WJ-AVE7 video mixer
- Sony XV-C700 color corrector
- Hama VS-2EIII video enhancer (circuit bent)


Filmed with a Canon EOS 550D (Rebel t2i)."

BPMC Circuit Bent Panasonic WJ Ave5 2 channel glitch video mixe

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"Modified WJ-Ave5 2 channel glitch video mixer. w/ Control box, a hand crafted manual & all the patch cables you'll ever need.

Note: Although I am associated with Folktek this work is unaffiliated with Folktek.

This is a heavily modified two channel NTSC composite (RCA) video mixer. It still functions completely in it's original form but has an added twelve glitch effect ports PER channel, it also has two ports for wipe glitch effects. The control box gives you maximum control over your glitch effects allowing you to implement two separate audio feeds to drive the glitch visuals (all the controls on top and back) or just patch in to one of four pots to hone in on certain glitch looks. I've built a slew of these now and this is my favorite build thus far. The control box is super light weight, great for gigging, and the effect port selection features a really nice array of stable exploits. The two separate independent feeds for incoming audio is nice too because then you can do things like output a drum machine kick drum to channel A and a snare to channel B and mix between the two channels with different glitch visuals applied to each channel. It's a good look. Or you can flip a switch on the back and just use one audio feed to be shared by both channels. The audio impulse set-up features 1 RCA input for each channel, a wet/dry for each channel, 5 switches per channel, and two push buttons for each channel. I've also two outputs per each channel on the lower portion of the front panel so you can patch sound in to the pots or to other equipment.

The creative possibilities with this thing are endless.

The Ave5 is one of my favorite composite video mixers giving you a slew of handy built in effects, a superimpose layer, a variety of useful/ironic wipes and a TBC all under one roof.

This WJ has TWO modes of operation:

SOUND VISUALIZATION MODE:

By plugging a well-amplified audio signal in to the modified AVE-5 control box you can profoundly glitch the visuals in a variety of unique ways.. all in real-time. Just take a look at the videos below. This mode is good for veejays, performance artists or art installations.

VIDEO SYNTH MODE:

Without sound you can use the control box to hone in on a variety of glitch effects and looks not possible in sound visualization mode. The majority of effects are unique to the ave5's fx circuit and difficult to emulate or simulate with other video synths (LZX etc). This mode is good for post production, experimental film & masking/overlays.

Of course both modes can be combined. In fact it is encouraged.

The original physical condition of this unit is a 7.5/10. It has some light surface scratches, very faint.

This device is perfect for:
Adding a unique look to your indie tv/film/event production.
Providing you with a variety of effects you can't get with After Effects.
Live professional VJ work .
Making dubstep or chillwave music videos (ha!).
Lo-fi enthusiasts.
Inducing epilepsy.

This device was made to last. Although a device of this nature is fragile by design I have gone through great lengths to ensure that this device stands the test of time. It has been tightly assembled, designed with thought and built with solid parts.

Note: You really have to crank incoming audio to see visualizations. Just the nature of the beast. You will need a mixer with a good heaphones out or aux out to drive this beast. I use a Behringer XENYX for live use and a Mack 1402 with it at home.

Note: Unlike most circuit bent video devices this device does NOT need a TBC because it has one built in."

Circuit bent WJ-Ave5 Switchable Edition (BPMC)

YouTube Published on Apr 8, 2012 by TokenRecluse

"By Big Pauper. (http://circuitbentvideo.com) (http://folktek.com)
Music: DMX - Unstoppable Force (from the unreleased demo)

I managed to cram all of the glitch controls for the Ave5 in it's very spatially limited housing for a couple of these "switchable editions." While dope and very handy
I don't think I'll be doing that again, it's a real pain in the ass.

http://www.circuitbentvideo.com/portfolio-item/modified-wj-ave5-switchable-ed...

The demo in this video is a little rough, I was a bit hung over, so I apologize for not showing off more variety."

Circuit bent WJ-ave5 generated noise. (BPMC)

Published on Apr 8, 2012 by TokenRecluse

Complex modified WJ-ave3 & WJ-ave5 patch (BPMC)

Published on Apr 8, 2012 by TokenRecluse

Circuit Bent Panasonic WJ Ave3 Video FX glitch noise VJ mixer

YouTube Uploaded by TokenRecluse on Aug 9, 2011

via this auction
more vids at the auction

"Note: Although I am associated with Folktek as a visual artist/sound designer, this work is unaffiliated with Folktek.

This is the ultimate live glitch visual production tool. Every professional VJ should have one of these in their arsenal. It has an amazing way of fragmenting, fractalizing and freaking whatever video you process through it.

This WJ has TWO modes of operation:

SOUND VISUALIZATION MODE:

By plugging a well-amplified audio signal in to the modified AVE-3 you can profoundly glitch the visuals in a variety of unique ways.. all in real-time. Just take a look at the videos below. This mode is good for veejays, performance artists or art installations.

VIDEO SYNTH MODE:

Without sound you can use the control box to hone in on a variety of glitch effects and looks, some not possible in sound visualization mode. This mode is good for post production, experimental film & masking/overlays.

Of course both modes can be combined. In fact it is encouraged.

All original functions of this mixer work except the mic input, headphones input and the titler input (all which were safely removed to make room for controls).

The original physical condition of this unit is a 9.5/10. About as clean as they get.

This device is perfect for:
Adding a unique look to your indie tv/film/event production.
Providing you with a variety of effects you can't get with After Effects.
Live professional VJ work .
Making dubstep music videos.
Lo-fi enthusiasts.
Inducing epilepsy.

This device is not perfect for:
HD football games and your 20.2 megapixels HDR HDMI gizmos."

JÜRGEN HAIBLE Subtle Chorus (Roland Dimension D clone) part kits

via Tobias on AH:
"Hey you guys,

I'm going to offer sets for the Subtle Chorus main board and the BBD board.

Project details:

http://www.jhaible.de/subtle_chorus/jh_subtle_chorus.html

http://electro-music.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=26527

For those who are going to build the Dim T or Dim TD version I suggest the Tau part kits from Bridechamber. Scott is a cool guy and does a perfect job.

IMPORTANT: I won't be able to ship part kits before mid january, as I do have a job ouside of town until then. But of course you can order those from now on.

Main board:

This is the TL072 version part kit. I won't offer the vintage kit, as especially the power transistors are not that easy to source in larger quantities. Same for the HA1457W.
At least I didn't find a supplier for those so far.

Main board parts kit contains all parts per Jürgens BOM, no panel mount parts.

Price: 77 (~ 109 us$)

BBD board:

This kit also contains TL071 / TL072 instead of HA1457W.
The BBD and Clock chips (MN3007 and MN3101) are original NOS Matsushita/Panasonic chips, and the compander chips are NOS Philips SA571.

BBD board kits contain all parts as per Jürgens BOM, no panel mount parts.

Price: 118 (~ 166 us$)

Shipping: small parcel via DHL
in Germany: 5 (~ 7 us$), insured 8 (~ 12 us$)
Europe: 8 (~ 12 us$)
Rest of the world: 14 (~ 20 us$)

As you can see the prices in us$ are estimated. That is because there was a little bit confusion about exchange rates lately, so I'm going to charge you in . This way you will get the correct daily exchange rate.

Please send your order to:

ts-parts (a t) web . de

(you know how this goes: name@ etc...)

Please include the quantity and type of kit in the about line

(like this: Order for 2 Subtlr Chorus BBD kits...)

Please include in the mail:

- your name
- full adress
- how you like to pay (bank transfer or paypal - if paypal: please include your paypal billing adress)
- from which list/forum you come

I will send you an email with all details about payment and other information. If you're paying via paypal you will also receive a paypal invoice.

I'm looking forward to hear from you.

Best wishes,

Tobias"

Vintage Rhythm - Panasonic RD-9844 and Ace Tone FR-2L

No title link. Just the shots pulled via the auctions.

ACE Tone FR-2L



Panasonic RD-9844

Juno 106 Replacement ICs

There is finally hope for the dreaded failed voice of the Roland Juno 106. Someone has cloned the chip.

Click here for the official page on the chips with more info and how to get them. They are also up for auction here.

Anyone else thinking what I'm thinking? These might be great for a DIY project or a new synth.

Details:
"The most common problem with juno-106's is one or more of the voices going dead or that keep hanging. The problem is the poorly manufactured A1QH800170 or A1QH80017A custom vcf and vca ic. Since these ic's are no longer manufactured and roland has no spares for them anymore, we are forced to scrap other 106's for spares. Which is not a good idea because every single one of these ic's will die. Therefore I did some research on those ic's.
First I designed a vca clone, that only took over the vca of the 80017A, but still used the vcf part (if that was still alive). This design was completed at the end of 2003. Numerous of these ones have been sold and installed to great succes in juno's worldwide.
After that I continued my research on this ic with the goal of designing a full clone of it. This was a particulary hard job because only little is known about the intestines of this ic: only the rough outlines which are displayed in the juno-106 service manuals and the little info that is available on the IR3109 and how it is used. It took no less then 6 restarts from scratch until I had a prototype of which I thought that it was on the right track. The bigest problem was the creation of an exponential current source that has the same error and temperature tracking as the one inside the IR3109 (of which no one knows how it was built). When this problem was solved (about nov 2004) I could start doing signal analysis on both an opened 80017A and my design to adjust gain levels so that the non-linearities (tanh) of each stage were the same(summer of 2005). After that I designed a smd prototype for further testing which surfaced more problems: strange behaviour with resonance at very high and low frequencies, which were all solved by the end of 2005. At this moment I was unable to measure nor hear any difference between the original and the clone. After that I built some more prototypes and installed these in 4 different juno's owned by different people. These have been in test for several months now and none of these people were able to tell which voice had the clone.
After that only minor changes (pcb-design)were done until the final design which is now (may 2006) for sale:

summary:
-Designed and built to the highest standard.
-No measurable nor audible difference with the original. I'm very serious about this and I'm well aware that my clone is the only one which sounds right.
-All integrated components are in mass-production by more than one manufacturer and have been available for over a decade. Thus have a proven reliability and are easy optainable(in the very unlikely event of failure).
-Used discretes are close tollerance and high quality (capacitors are the infamous panasonic stacked pps film ones)
-very high quality pcb.
-Installation is straightforward: remove the defective 80017A , replace it with my clone and re-adjust your juno as described in the service manual. (please do not ask me how to do this. I simply do not have the time to give electronics lessons. If you don't have the knowledge: consult your local synth-geek)"

Warning - Hongkongsupersellers

I've been hearing a lot of bad things about hongkongsupersellers, suppliers of ICs and other parts. Title link takes you to the latest on GetLoFi. Here's a bit from somone on AH who wishes to remain anonymous. Consider yourself warned. Chipsforbrains on the other hand is apparently all good.

"This guy sells a lot of out-of-production IC's on E-bay, I've seen him offer SSM filter chips & 4096-stage BBD IC's. The latter is what I got screwed on, it seems he's selling counterfeit (knock-off's) MN3005 & MN3205's........what I got was a 2048-stage BBD (still in production & cheap to buy) that had been relabled as a MN3205 (discontinued). What's worse, I've let him know they are counterfeits & about to send 'em back for a refund, but he is still selling them....so he's got no scrupples.

Both the MN3205 & MN3005's look fake comparing them to the panasonic chips I've got & Chip4brains stock. He's sold a bunch of them already (in sets of 10), so I'm sure a lot of folks are gonna be pissd off."

Moog Delay Pedals...

Wonder how these will compare sonically to the limitted edition 104s fetching insane markups on the bay. The original 104 was limitted to a run of 1000 units due to a part (Panasonic MN300x BBDs) that was discontinued when the units were ready for production.

via http://namm.harmony-central.com/SNAMM05/Content/Moog/PR/MF-104Z-Analog-Delay.html