I thought this was interesting. Nikolai from nakedboards sent images of their new geological print panels. Here's what he had to say about them:
"Perm is a new project from nakedboards. It’s a set of eight 8hp blank eurorack panels with geological cross-section.
Nikolay, nakedboards founder and engineer, tells a background story: "Not many people know that I have a degree in geology. This summer I got very inspired investigating geological sights around the place I lived. I believe that natural sciences give an opportunity for more conscious observation.
For instance, this simple picture I put on my panels represents millions years of Earth’s history!
I got exited about the idea of making a print of the cross-section of the ground where I grew up. And here it is all ready to be shipped around the world!"
"The G-SHOCK Ref. 6900-PT1 By John Mayer features a dusty matte blue case and strap, a more playful color combination that’s an excellent companion to the first two collaborations. Peach, coral, and turquoise from the PT-1 keyboard were brought in to highlight the 'Triple Graph' display, which sits right at home in the soft cream dial. Darker grey was pulled from the sharp and flat keys of the PT-1 keyboard and added to the illuminator button. All four indicators for the buttons share the navy color from the writing on the PT-1, a perfect accent on the lighter blue background. The G-Shock Ref. 6900-PT1 By John Mayer gives you both the toughness you expect from a G-SHOCK with a colorway that will make your inner creative child smile."
"Being musicians and music fans, we here at Reverb know John Mayer for his guitar-playing and his best-selling signature Silver Sky. But he's also deeply invested in a whole other type of gear: watches.
Mayer, the horologist, is as much a figure to fellow watch lovers as he is to Boss BD-2 enthusiasts, sitting down for multiple interviews about his extensive collection and even getting into the watch design game himself.
In recent years, he's collaborated with the premiere watch site Hodinkee and a brand that, like Mayer, straddles the world of music gear and watches: Casio.
The partnership's latest creation is the Casio G-Shock Ref. 6900-PT1, a digital watch inspired by the PT-1 Mini Synthesizer.
Casio first built the PT-1 synth in 1982 and continued production until 1988, meaning it was one of the many affordable synths and samplers the company released during Mayer's early childhood.
The toy-like PT-1 is a monosynth — meaning it can only play one note at a time—but it packs in more features than parents probably expected. While there are just four simple tones (piano, violin, flute, and the mysterious 'fantasy'), there's a built-in drum machine with the same spread of rhythms you'd find on an old Roland or Korg, and—pretty amazingly, especially to a kid—a sequencer.
To really seal the deal for 'home keyboard' playing, it can run on four double-AA batteries, has its own speaker, and a headphone output.
John Mayer's new G-Shock takes cues from his own childhood PT-1, with its blue enclosure, though you can also find the synth in white, pink, black, and red."
"Hey Folks, Dean Friedman here with a friendly suggestion: if you're finding it a challenge to stay up for those all-night synth sessions, our New York School of Synthesis Coffee Mugs (filled with your favorite java, tea or other stimulating beverage) is the ideal solution for modulating those waveforms, oscillators and envelopes and tweaking those filters into shape.
And, of course, we've got plenty of New York School of Synthesis T-Shirts in stock, in both classic white and night-owl black. These classic T's are the epitome of synth fashion. Wearing your NYSS T-shirt out in public will show that you have your finger on the popular pulse wave of the bleeding edge of synth culture. (note: I have no idea what that actually means). Plus they're cool!
"Own a classic! The ARP logo tee with orange/red ARP is a classic that is instantly recognized in music circles... hand-silk screened on quality cotton, get yours in classic tee, tank top, women's cut, or a soft, soft hoodie. Last order of the year being printed next week. 10% off for all till November 30. Check them out at our online shop.
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All money goes to the ARPf, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, which is creating music-making opportunities on rare vintage keyboards and synths through our ARPs for ALL project and preserving the founder of ARP Synthesizer's legacy!
We are also selling new Pete Townshend posters, and new Odyssey tee shirts and prints."
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"This is a rare collectable original vintage Sequential Circuits sticker, priced high for a sticker due to rarity cause we can’t even find another one on Google. We have 2 for sale, each with its own listing.
"Synthesizer themed enamel pins - buy as a set or individually
Synth Pin is approx ~1.25" wide and has 2 pinbacks
Patch Cable Pin is approx ~1 + 1/8” wide and has 1 pinback
Classic Waveforms Pin is approx 1" square with 1 pinback"
"GAHHHH SARA NIEMIETZ HAS THE BEST VOICE…also I am going on TOUR! Tickets at http://NatalyDawnMusic.com for LA, SF, Seattle, Portland, New York, Philly, DC and Boston!
And a special thank you to the Vintage Synth Museum in LA for having an amazing collection and space to do this!
SIZE: The pin measures approximately 1 5/8" X 5/8".
WEIGHT: 7.20 grams
CONDITION: The overall vintage condition is very good with some minor surface wear noted that is consistent with age and general use. Please ignore the reflections off the pin surface. No missing or damaged enamel. The safety pin back functions properly and securely.
NOTES: The front of the pin is marked "CRUMAR". The model of synthesizer keyboard appears to be 'The Performer'."
"Show your love for the 808 and wicked style with the 808 SOCIETY embroidered satin jacket!
Great for when the temps drop below 60ยบ...or if you are bold enough to go shirtless at that pool party."
"Our designs are printed in a full wrap all the way around the mug to a standard you will be truly satisfied with.
All our mugs are manufactured using fantastic high resolution artwork and advanced printing techniques which create stunning pieces merchandise. All of our items are dispatched in gift box and smash proof boxes so we can ensure your order arrives in pristine condition."
