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Showing posts with label Squarewave Parade. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Squarewave Parade. Show all posts

Wednesday, December 04, 2013

the squarewave parade to Auction off TeaspoonCAS Production Rights


This one in via Steven of the squarewave parade

"i'm selling the rights to the TeaspoonCAS, using a silent auction. the first few units i sold brought in over $600 each when i auctioned them off. then i charged $375 for the rest and they flew off the shelf. i still get emails asking for the CAS sometimes two and three times a week

i'd like to start the bidding at $9,000.00. please feel free to make an offer higher or lower then that. highest bid wins, so enter your best. along with the main payment there is a royalty of 5% of the profit for one year, starting on your release date

- if you would like to place a bid simply email: closeyoureyes AT la-ac.com :with your highest offer

auction start: 12/02/2013 - auction end: 12/11/2013 7:00pm central time

what you will receive: one breadboarded circuit, parts list and one printed schematic. the circuit bends and other options are not in the breadboard but they are on the printed schematic. you also gain the repair rights for anyone with an original TeaspoonCAS and you can charge what you want

so... tell your friends, tell your family, this sort of opportunity doesn't happen often. use this to start a new business or revive an old one

love,
steven

http://thesquarewaveparade.com/"

Monday, December 24, 2012

the squarewave parade Auctioning off Production Rights

via the squarewave parade newsletter:

http://thesquarewaveparade.com/

the circuits for the SOFTCORE and the DOWNGRADE 2.3 are available for auction. the auctions will be held in the forum. if you have any questions, please just ask

DOWNGRADE v2.3 production rights
DEVICE [top two pics]

SOFTCORE production rights
DEVICE [bottom two pics]

PRODUCTION RIGHTS FORUM

LITL mixers are still available in the store

oh and HAPPY HOLIDAY'S

love,
steven"


The rights for each:

"this auction is for production rights for the DOWNGRADE version 2.3. this gives you the right to manufacture the DOWNGRADE however you see fit. there is a one time up front cost and then a 5% fee per device you sell for 5 years, after that its all yours. i reserve the right to manufacture circuits based on the DOWNGRADE core


this auction is for production rights for the SOFTCORE. this gives you the right to manufacture the SOFTCORE however you see fit. there is a one time up front cost and then a 5% fee per device you sell for 5 years, after that its all yours. i reserve the right to manufacture circuits based on the SOFTCORE core"




Saturday, November 10, 2012

the squarewave parade New LITL Line of Devices

via the squarewave parade newsletter:

"+ while we are all waiting for the ETHR to come together, i decided to jump ahead and start a new line i've been planning, similar to the bleaks, called the LITLs. the first device is a passive mixer. its available in the store right now http://tsp.bigcartel.com/


+ the ETHR is taking longer then anticipated to get working. i know there are a lot of you out there waiting. i can't thank you enough for your patience. i'll let everyone that has preordered know as soon as i have them together. the rest will go into the store after that.

LITL mixer - http://thesquarewaveparade.com/LITLmixer.html"

"this is a compact four channel passive analog mono mixer with volume controls for each channel along with a master volume control. it can be used to process either audio or control voltages and it can be used backwards as a splitter. it does not impart any "color" or filtering of any kind and yes you can use this as an analog summing buss with your computer or other setup. it is the same design used in devices costing 10 times as much. being passive also means that it doesn't require a power source but because of that it may require a slight amplification after the main output to bring it back to up the desired level, measuring it during line level audio use showed a nearly 20db drop in volume"

Sunday, July 15, 2012

the squarewave parade to auction teaspon v1 & POLLEN Production Rights

via the squarewave parade mailing list:

"I am auctioning off the rights to manufacture the Teaspoon v1 and the POLLEN. if you are interested the auction will be held in the forum as usual. if you have any questions just ask


AUCTION - http://la-ac.com/msbd/viewforum.php?f=20

EMAIL - sustain AT thesquarewaveparade DOT com

Teaspoon v1 production rights

DETAILS : http://thesquarewaveparade.com/teaspoonv1PR.html
DEVICE : http://thesquarewaveparade.com/teaspoon.html

Pollen v1 production rights

DETAILS : http://thesquarewaveparade.com/pollenv1PR.html
DEVICE : http://thesquarewaveparade.com/thepollen.html"

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

the squarewave parade TeaspoonETHR in Modular Format

via the squarewave parade

"The TeaspoonETHR is an upcoming modular synth unit based on the TeaspoonCAS window sampler. Below is a list of its functionality. Current release estimation is 4 - 6 weeks and will eventually include both euro and frac format [according to the mailing list, MOTM will also be available]. After this first batch is gone the price will be going from 350 up to 399 for retail."

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Squarewave Parade Mingrod - Ringmodulator

via this auction

"This is a passive analog ring modulator / octave up that was lovingly handmade by the Squarewave Parade. This ring modulator is now very rare and does not require any power to run. The ring modulator is made to a very high standard with a lacquer coated case and has three ¼” input jacks ( mono )...

::: DESCRIPTION :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::

this is an analog passive ring ( also called "balanced" ) modulator that is also capable of producing an octave up if only one input is used (achieved via internal switching - there are no other controls). unlike most ring modulators you will find this one does not come with a built in oscillator. this is done on purpose to give you the chance to use your own modulator and as a result it gives you a much wider range of possibilities. everything from AM radio static to tempo matched drum loops can be used to modulate your source. use of line level instruments like synths, mixers, and sound cards would be ideal. being a passive design ( meaning it does not require any power source to operate ) you will need to increase the level of quieter signals, such as guitar, to get the ring to work. you can do this by adding a pre-amp, booster, distortion pedal, channel of a mixer, etc... before that input. you may also want to boost the output depending on your intentions. its made with hand matched germanium diodes for minimal signal bleed. the transformers on the input and output will also yield a nice thick organic distortion when over-driven.

Check it out in action here

http://thesquarewaveparade.com/mingrod2.html"

Squarewave Parade Teaspoon

via this auction

"This is an instant playback looping audio sampler that was lovingly handmade by the Squarewave Parade. This looper is now very rare and can run on both 9V battery or DC connection (not supplied). The Looper is made to a very high standard with a lacquer coated case, heavy duty switch, professionally manufactured PCB and has one ¼” input jack ( mono ) - one ¼” output jack ( mono )...

::: DESCRIPTION :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::

the teaspoon is a lo-fi instant playback looping audio sampler designed to achieve the classic glitching / stuttering / skipping effect by pushing a single button. there really isn't much more to say.

::: CONTROLS :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::

gain: this is the control for the pre amp which is in front of the sampler and is strong enough to allow for plugging a guitar directly into it and results in a line level output. at lower settings it works as a buffer for line level inputs as usual and it can obviously be used to overdrive the input

time: this is the sample length / pitch adjustment. setting it to any given location presets the length of time it will sample, adjusting it just prior to pushing the button will allow you to alter the pitch/speed of the incoming audio that is sampled. as well adjusting it after pressing the button will allow you to alter the pitch/speed of the playback.

out: this is the output volume control

push button: this is a nice heavy duty switchcraft momentary pushbutton that triggers playback of the sampler, which is constantly sampling the input even after the button is pressed. this means that every single playback cycle is a rerecording of the output and each one will gradually degenerate especially at the lower sample rate of the slower speeds. as soon as you release it its immediately sampling the incoming audio again and the previous sample is being over-written ( but if you quickly switch back to playback you can then interrupt the recording and hear bits of the old sample that have yet to be overwritten now cut together with the new ). also if you sweep the time control far up or down during playback it will then be re-sampling the higher/ lower pitched sound and when returning to the original speed the sound will be different, you can do this over and over creating staticy grain clouds. please note there is no "bypass" switch. just not having this button pushed is the bypass ( not true bypass)

power switch : just a power toggle switch. the status is indicated but the led on top. note: i had to do some unusual things to get more pitch range out of this design so if you try to power it up with the time set to the highest possible setting it will not boot correctly. just turn the time down a couple notches and reboot to remedy this. just a minor inconvenience and worth the trade off

9v dc jack : standard DC power supply here. anything from 9v to around 15v is fine. there is an internal regulator to keep things safe

in / out jacks : mono in and out marked with arrows on the top - the input now has over voltage protection, but if you can help it its best to stay in the +/-3v range or lower

each one is handmade - and numbered internally


Check it out in action here"


YouTube Uploaded by cutandcover on Sep 18, 2008

"First demo video of the effects of the Teaspoon by The Squarewave Parade. Here we have some XBase09SE drums, followed by some Flame Talking Synth, followed by more XBase drums (bitcrushed) all going through and being cut and looped with the trigger control (right momentary button). The left knob I'm tweaking controls the length of the sample+hold. Arguably the most fun to play two-handed effects box I own. I think though you have to have a little better sense of rhythm than what I display here..."

Monday, July 11, 2011

A Teaspoon of Bugbrand makes the Monotribe go wow


YouTube Uploaded by darenager on Jul 11, 2011

"Monotribe into TSP Teaspoon into Bugbrand Crusher and delay, the Monotribe is sending clock to Bugbrand SEQ1 which is modulating Crusher and sending a pulse to activate the teaspoon, a bit chaotic but good fun. Mix is a bit all over the place but its just a basic demo."

Update:

Another Monotribe TSP Bugbrand Jam

Uploaded by darenager on Jul 11, 2011

"Monotribe being processed by the Bugbrand and Teaspoon, good fun."

Saturday, May 21, 2011

the squarewave parade updates

via the squarewave parade list:

"i've lowered the price on the bleak euro i'd really like to get these out of here so i'm open to offers, just email me

i'm still pulling stuff out of boxes after moving and i've added a lot more to ebay

i'd also like to say THANK YOU! to everyone for your support as i work through my hassles. things are better but i'm not there yet. i know everyone is waiting for the next teaspoon but i'm going to keep quiet for a while longer, hope you don't mind

love,
steven"

Friday, March 18, 2011

the squarewave parade updates


"http://thesquarewaveparade.com/

The bleak passive euro format modules are available at a new lower price.

There are also more auctions running on ebay. Please have a look."

Tuesday, February 01, 2011

Two Squarewave Modulator Synths and a cheap Delay!


YouTube via lastkidontheblock | February 01, 2011 |
http://thesquarewaveparade.com/
"Setup:

2 Squarewave Modulator Synths
1 Behringer FX600 Multifx

diysynth.blogsport.de"

Sunday, January 30, 2011

The Squarewave Parade TSP CAS pedal voltage controlled by Frostwave processing Roland R-70 beat


YouTube via thetonewrecker | January 30, 2011 |

"Simple R-70 drum beat is fed into TSP CAS pedal.
Control Voltages from Frostwave sequencer are being fed into pedal.
Top row of sliders is routed to repeat rate.
Bottom row of sliders is routed to gate input for triggering the pedal rather than use the gate outputs matched for the upper row of the sequencer (just for this example).
Other random sounds that come in occasionally are from the grey Zoom beatbox, Acidlab Bassline 2, and Bugbrand Modular that are feeding a mixer off screen.

Sound quality is so-so from camera, but you get the idea."

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

The Squarewave Parade Bleak Euro Modules

"New bleak passive euro format modules are now available as sets and individual units.

You can still preorder the new TeaspoonTETHER for a little while longer. the TETHER is a euro format modularized version of the TeaspoonCAS which will be available in a few months. the preorder is limited to only 10 units.

There are some new AUCTIONS happening in the forum. please have a look"

"DESCRIPTION .\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'
the bleaks are passive (not powered) utility modules designed to fill in the gaps of an existing euro system. each one is entirely handmade, they started as a blank plexi sheet and i did everything else by hand. each of the 4hp modules are available in red, blue, green, and purple with a full set of each module available in red and blue. the blue set contains only # 1 modules. the red set contains only # 2 modules. there will also be a seven piece set available soon made using wood panels

ATTEN - a pair of variable attenuators [ 11 made ]
CONVERT - is a dual 3.5 - 1/4" jack converter [ 7 made ]
IMP OUT- attenuator with additional 1/4 jack and variable impedance. used to connect to external hardware [ 10 made ]
PUSH BUTTON - push button and hold mute. this is a push 'ON' button that allows you to 'play' whatever you send through it. toggle hold as well [ 11 made ]
MULT - dual four point multiple normaled in the center to allow 7 points max. jack is marked with white arrow on unit [ 8 made ]
RECTIF - this is for a variable passive rectifier that is followed by a low pass filter allowing for more breakup [ 9 made ]
CONVERTrca - two 3.5 to rca jack converters [ 5 made ]
LOWPASS - two variable passive low pass filters [ 10 made ]

.\\\\\ DETAILS \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'
each is handmade and numbered internally
extensively tested before shipping
units are passive - no power required
entirely hand wired - point to point
spray painted panels, lacquer coated for scratch resistance
dimensions - euro 4hp"

Friday, November 19, 2010

- SAVE THE SQUAREWAVE PARADE -

via THE SQUAREWAVE PARADE
"Thanks to all of you that have helped in raising funds for my next batch of hardware. i really appreciate it!

You can finally preorder something from me after all these years. you can now reserve the new TeaspoonTETHER. the TETHER is a euro format modularized version of the TeaspoonCAS which will be available in a few months. the preorder is limited to only 25 units.

The TSP AUCTIONS and RUMMAGE SALE happening in the forum have been going very well and there are more items to come.

If you would like to DONATE directly please just visit the store.

thank you again,
steven"

square v equation

square v equation,pt 1.wmv

YouTube via davevosh | November 13, 2010

"dave vosh and frank vanaman, square v equation, performing an improvised modular synthesizer duet at the baltimore electronic music winterfest 2010 held at the hexagon in baltimore,md. on feb. 27, 2010.
dave vosh and frank vanaman - modular synthesizers
jerohme spye - imagery"

"the modular used on "square v equation" for frank, in this instance, was a mostly bugbrand with a bit of d.i.y., blacet and modcan thrown in. mine was a mixed manufacturer euro-format - doepfer,malekko/waird,harvestman,makenoise."

live at "electric possible", washington,d.c. - dave vosh and jeff bagato pt.2

"part 2 - conclusion of dave vosh and jeff bagato performance on 2/15/2010"

Monday, November 15, 2010

Squarewave Parade Ming Ming Stereo Analog Ring Mod

via this auction

"Here is a description from the Squarewave Parade website:

'yet another silly name. this is a stereo ( dual mono ) analog passive ring ( or "balanced" ) modulator that is also capable of producing an octave up if only one input is used (achieved via internal switching - there are no other controls). unlike most ring modulators you will find this one does not come with a built in oscillator. this is done on purpose to give you the chance to use your own modulator and as a result it gives you a much wider range of possibilities. everything from AM radio static to tempo matched drum loops can be used to modulate your source. use of line level instruments like synths, mixers, and sound cards would be ideal. being a passive design ( meaning it does not require any power source to operate ) you will need to increase the level of quieter signals, such as guitar, to get the ring to work. you can do this by adding a pre-amp, booster, distortion pedal, channel of a mixer, etc... before that input. you may also want to boost the output depending on your intentions. its made with hand matched germanium diodes for minimal signal bleed which i also matched between each of the two units inside. the transformers on the input and output will also yield a nice thick organic distortion when over-driven.'"

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Squarewave Parade Ming Ming Stereo Analog Ring Mod

via this auction

"Free State Custom Electronics

the Squarewave Parade Ming Ming - Used

Only 10 Made!!!

Here is a description from the Squarewave Parade website:

'yet another silly name. this is a stereo ( dual mono ) analog passive ring ( or "balanced" ) modulator that is also capable of producing an octave up if only one input is used (achieved via internal switching - there are no other controls). unlike most ring modulators you will find this one does not come with a built in oscillator. this is done on purpose to give you the chance to use your own modulator and as a result it gives you a much wider range of possibilities. everything from AM radio static to tempo matched drum loops can be used to modulate your source. use of line level instruments like synths, mixers, and sound cards would be ideal. being a passive design ( meaning it does not require any power source to operate ) you will need to increase the level of quieter signals, such as guitar, to get the ring to work. you can do this by adding a pre-amp, booster, distortion pedal, channel of a mixer, etc... before that input. you may also want to boost the output depending on your intentions. its made with hand matched germanium diodes for minimal signal bleed which i also matched between each of the two units inside. the transformers on the input and output will also yield a nice thick organic distortion when over-driven.'"


Wednesday, August 25, 2010

the squarewave parade teaspoonSLIGHT

6 up for auction at the squarewave parade here.

"the teaspoonSLIGHT is a handheld window sampler. controls include: input gain, course and fine sample size, wetness and output volume. toggles allow for time / pitch modulation and playback hold. the set of internal controls feature tilt disable, gain extension, aux input conversion and self oscillation. the input / pre will accept a range of sources from direct guitar input to lower synth level. the aux input allows for remote control over sample playback and will work with either a voltage source or a common sustain pedal. you can also trigger playback via the internal tilt switch. essentially a light version of the CAS"

Thursday, January 07, 2010

Little Magical DIY Synth/Fx Box


YouTube via anotherbbs. watch this one take off.
"It is a Atari Punk Console with a few mods. Like Low-Bat, Volume, LP Filter and Select/Switchable FM Input.

Http://www.myspace.com/mengqi
Http://mengqimusic.spaces.live.com

Many thanks goes to Steven of TSP for his help.(http://www.thesquarewaveparade.com )"

Thursday, December 17, 2009

The Last of the sqauarewave parade teaspon CAS

the squarewave parade CAS
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