Pittsburgh Modular Taiga Keyboard Sound Demo (no talking)

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0:00 Motion Pad
1:31 Massive Lead
1:57 Dub Chord
3:44 FM Bass Lead
5:23 Electro Bass
6:14 Organic
7:50 Duophonic Mod-Lead
9:49 Noise Filter FM Lead
11:57 Annoyer
12:40 Duophonic S&H Pad
13:49 Sub Bass
14:44 Nostromo Landing (Outro)

Introducing Taiga Keyboard Expandable Analog Synthesizer

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"Taiga is a complete, modern, modular instrument that allows us to explore beyond the boundaries of a traditional analog synthesizer. The sound of Taiga can be attributed to three uniquely Pittsburgh innovations. A trio of huge analog oscillators, the unmistakably smooth sound of the Pittsburgh Filter, and the warmth of our Dynamics Controller. These enable us to not only create sounds that we would traditionally expect from an analog monosynth, but to also explore new sonic textures and performance possibilities.

Unique To Taiga Keyboard

Taiga Keyboard’s larger format provides the room for a few unique features. Most obvious is a full size 37 key premium keybed with velocity and aftertouch. The dedicated pitch and modulation wheels offer instant access to a unique set of modulation tools including manual control, clock sync’d LFO, envelope, and random source. 1/4 inch left and right output jacks, and full sized MIDI in and MIDI out DIN jacks are available on the rear of the instrument. The larger format also allows Taiga Keyboard to utilize larger, more spread out knobs and a second analog LFO.

Taiga Keyboard also includes a first-of-its-kind, 24hp Eurorack format modular expansion bay. The fully modular signal path of Taiga means modules can be inserted into any point of the signal path. Install a 4th or 5th oscillator into the expansion bay and create truly monster sounds. Additional filters allow for an expanded sonic palette. Add a sampler, sequencer, complex digital effects, or even a Maths. The integrated Eurorack expansion bay allows Taiga Keyboard to be customized to meet the unique needs of any artist."

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Hangin' with Michael and Richard as they discuss the new...

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"It is always nice to hang out with Michael and Richard."

Pittsburgh Modular Local Parks Oscillator Demo

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"Deep dive into the Local Parks oscillator."

Local Parks got its first mention back in May of 2023 during SUPERBOOTH23.

via Pittsburgh Modular

"The Pittsburgh Modular Local Parks is drawn from our waveform manipulation research where advanced approaches to wave shaping throughout the oscillator showcase new sounds and unique waveforms. A full compliment of robust waveforms and modulation options paired with unmatched waveshaping creates a truly modern analog oscillator.

Our in-depth experimentation has created pulse waves which can be manipulated in multiple dimensions utilizing both Pulse Width and Pulse Shift. Pulse Shift creates an adjustable “step” within the pulse wave to further enhance the harmonic content of the wave. The wave used to create the pulse can be switched between sine and saw for additional sonic variation.

The Blade Wave is a morphing saw wave pitched one octave above the core frequency of the oscillator that smoothly shifts back to the core frequency as it changes shape. This creates a chorus-like effect on the sound of the Blade Wave without ever falling out of tune.

A Binary Logic waveform further expand the distinct sonic palette of the Local Parks. First utilized in our Narwhal Cymbal module, this waveshaper uses analog binary logic to create everything from gate effects to atonal bell like tones. The pulse and blade waves can be summed with the binary output for even more complex results.

Local Parks includes a built-in voltage controlled modulator to handle the bulk of modulation needs. This ensures that Local Parks can be a dynamic oscillator that produces evolving, high harmonic sounds within any eurorack setup."

Pittsburgh Modular Patch Lab

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"How do you patch a modular synth? Richard Nicol fails while answering questions from the chat room."

Eurorack Phasers

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"I got a Pittsburgh Modular Toad not long ago, and realized I'd not compared the WMD Orion to anything either. Figured I'd put them both together, and throw in the G-Storm Polychrome to help join this video with earlier comparisons of eurorack phasers.

The Orion is now discontinued, and the Toad is a limited edition that will sell out. Only the Polychrome is in continued production. Not that there aren't other phasers, mind you, just saying if you like these....

VCO is a Befaco Pony. Little bit of reverb to make it not so harsh, but not too much. That's about it. Enjoy.

00:00 Intro
00:20 Drone
11:32 Sequence"

Eurorack Phasers - Take 2

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"(This is a 'headphones required' video. You won't hear half of what's going on if you don't listen in headphones.)

This is my second attempt at a video on eurorack Phasers. The first (linked here but not otherwise listed in my channel: Eurorack Phasers) contained a number of mistakes. I'm keeping it around because I actually find those mistakes interesting, and want to be able to remind myself.

In particular, I didn't understand a couple things:

1) The SynthTech E560 input isn't set up for Eurorack levels, it's set up for line levels. If you don't attenuate the input, it distorts rather badly.
2) You have to use BOTH outputs of any module (that has them) if you want to hear stereo phasing. It's the contrast between the source audio and the phased audio that makes the effect, and you need two outputs to make that happen.

So. Once again into the breach, I attempt to compare some eurorack phasers. I think somewhat more successfully this time.

00:00 Intro
00:20 Next Phase
08:19 E560
17:15 Kamieniec"

Previously posted: Eurorack phasers - two new additions

16- The Pittsburgh Modular Taiga- Forget Filter Cutoff... Here is the Knob to Turn!

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"Here is a demonstration of the sound and functionality of one of the great features of the Pittsburgh Modular Taiga."

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15- The Pittsburgh Modular Taiga- Using the oldest form of synthesis with the Taiga!

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"Here is a demonstration of the application of the oldest form of electronic synthesis using the Pittsburgh Modular Taiga!"

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14- The Pittsburgh Modular Taiga- This is the point of analog sound

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"Here is a discussion of the merits of analog sound in regard to the sound and functionality of the Pittsburgh Modular Taiga."

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13- The Pittsburgh Modular Taiga- A great thing about the Taiga

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"Here is a demonstration of the sound and functionality of one of the greatest functions found on the Taiga."

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12- The Pittsburgh Modular Taiga: How to use a trick I learned from the Yamaha CS-50!

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"Here is a demonstration of a helpful trick in regard to filter usage using the Pittsburgh Modular Taiga as a means of demonstration."

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11- The Pittsburgh Modular Taiga- Mixer / Splitter

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"Here is a demonstration of the sound and functionality of the mixer / splitter found on the Pittsburgh Modular Taiga."

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10- The Pittsburgh Modular Taiga- Mixer

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"Here is a demonstration of the sound and functionality of the mixer found on the Pittsburgh Modular Taiga."

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09- The Pittsburgh Modular Taiga- Echoes

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"Here is a demonstration of the sound and functionality of the "echoes" function found on the Pittsburgh Modular Taiga.

To see how the theme was created, watch the theme video in this series. It is comprised of several patches created on the Taiga over drums created with a Korg Triton Studio.

This video was funded by the Patreon supporters of Automatic Gainsay. Support the creation of this video and all of the Automatic Gainsay videos that have helped you by becoming an Automatic Gainsay supporter on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/automaticgainsay"

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08- The Pittsburgh Modular Taiga- Low Pass Gate

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"Here is a demonstration of the sound and functionality of the low pass gate found on the Pittsburgh Modular Taiga."

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07- The Pittsburgh Modular Taiga- VCA

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"Here is a demonstration of the sound and functionality of the VCA found on the Pittsburgh Modular Taiga.

To see how the theme was created, watch the theme video in this series. It is comprised of several patches created on the Taiga over drums created with a Korg Triton Studio.

This video was funded by the Patreon supporters of Automatic Gainsay. Support the creation of this video and all of the Automatic Gainsay videos that have helped you by becoming an Automatic Gainsay supporter on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/automaticgainsay"

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Pittsburgh Modular The Toad - Phase Shifter Eurorack Module

Patch Lab with Richard Nicol video upload by Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizers

The Toad was first mentioned in this SUPERBOOTH23 post.

via Pittsburgh Modular

"The Safari Series continues to provide artists with an advanced preview of innovative new concepts stemming from our research and design process. The seventh Safari Series reinvigorates the sound of one of our favorite vintage Pittsburgh modules.

Pittsburgh Modular The Toad phase shifter is a creamy, 12 stage, all analog effect module designed to expand on the classic swirls, rich swooshes, and doppler effects associated with the phaser.

The Toad has a single 12 stage audio signal path to create a very rich, full sound. Dual phased audio outputs are tapped from stages 7 and 12 and can be used together for wide, flowing, stereo effect. Each output has a switch that allows the phased signal to be mixed with a positive or inverted dry signal resulting in even more sonic flavors to melt with.

An attenuverting CV input and onboard triangle LFO allows for maximum flexibility for custom modulation options. Feedback can be positive or negative and The Toad is more than happy to self oscillate in either direction.

Price, Availability, and More Information
The retail price for Toad is $299 USD each. Because these modules are considered experiments, production has been limited to 200 modules."

06- The Pittsburgh Modular Taiga- Filter Part 3

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"Here is the third part of a three-part demonstration of the filter found on the Pittsburgh Modular Taiga."

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05- The Pittsburgh Modular Taiga- Filter Part 2

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"Here is the second part of a three-part demonstration of the sound and functionality of the filter found on the Pittsburgh Modular Taiga."

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