Teenage Engineering - OPZ Rumble Pack - SynthFest UK 2019

Published on Oct 7, 2019

"Teenage Engineering show their OPZ Rumble Pack, adding haptic feedback to the tiny OPZ."

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Transistor Sound Labs - Stepper Acid & Stepper Drum - SynthFest UK 2019

Published on Oct 7, 2019 Sound On Sound magazine

"Transistor Sound Labs intorduce their Stepper Acid 303 style sequencer and Stepper Drum drum sequencer for
Eurorack."

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Graham Massey - 808 State - SynthFest UK 2019

Published on Oct 7, 2019 Sound On Sound magazine

"Graham Massey, electronic music pioneer and founding member of 808 state, about synths past and present and 808 State's new album, Transmission Suite."

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SynthFest UK 2019 Sound on Sound Videos

Published on Oct 7, 2019 Sound On Sound magazine

1. Yamaha 45 Years of Synths - SynthFest UK 2019
2. SynthFest UK - Phil Oakey Talks Synths and more...
3. ASM Hydrasynth - SynthFest UK 2019
4. Analogue Solutions - Colossus - SynthFest UK 2019
5. Modal Electronics - Argon8 - Synthfest 2019
6. Korg NTS1 & Volca Nubass - SynthFest UK 2019
7. Loci Modular Stand - SynthFest UK 2019
8. Korg Kross 2 88 MB - SynthFest UK 2019
9. KMA Cirrus - SynthFest UK 2019
10. Roland Fantom - SynthFest UK 2019
11. Roland JU-06A - SynthFest UK 2019
12. Roland Jupiter-Xm - Synthfest UK 2019
13. KMA Logan - SynthFest UK 2019
14. Roland MC707 & MC101 - SynthFest UK 2019
15. Expert Sleepers ES-9 - SynthFest UK 2019
16. Presonus - Eris 8XT - SynthFest UK 2019
17. Presonus - DC Coupled Outputs on Interfaces

See the SYNTHFEST UK label below for more.

New SYNTHFEST 2019 Sonicstate Videos

Published on Oct 7, 2019 sonicstate

Update: EvenHarmonic Stomp Synth added to the playlist.

Playlist:

1. SYNTHFEST 2019 - Expert Sleepers Ultimate Interface ES-9

Expert Sleepers were on hand to show their entirely new ES-9 which takes the concept of modular and DAW integration with DC coupled connections, to its logical conclusion - featuring 16 IO interface, plus 2x balanced Audio outs as well as 8x8 minijacks, and optical IO, as well as compatibility with the ES expansion modules (for up to 48 additional outputs). You can now use this at the heart of your live or recording system in one go. Available soon priced at £499 UK

2. SYNTHFEST 2019 - IO Instruments Filter - With dual resonance types

New dual filter type from IO Instruments adding to their expanding range of affordable modules, this one featuring a ladder filter (24/12/6dB slopes) - with bass compensation and an MS type filter. With Linear FM, Keytrack and other controllable aspects. Sounded good, and is affordable, expected price is around €130 Euros

3. SYNTHFEST 2019 - More On The Modal Argon8

Modal Electronics were showing two of their Argon 8 Wavetable synths - things are moving on, there are now 4 in the world - so still at production prototypes stage.

News from the Modal Electronics camp, the Argon8 firmware is still being worked on, with some advances in DSP efficiency meaning more is happening in the on board FX department.

Still aiming for November production, but probably later in the month as opposed to early. But still largely on track.
Jackson kindly gave us a glimpse of some of the new features and DSP work thats been going on.
Argon 8 is expected by the end of November at a retail price around £579.

4. SYNTHFEST 2019 - Isotonik Studios Control For Akai Fire - Soon Come

Isotonik Studios spend a lot of their time figuring out what MIDI controllers work well with Ableton Live and construct custom scripts that will allow them to be used in ways that allow for excellent studio and live workflows. In this video we look at the way that new hardware can be hooked up. Using ClipEx Pro and the bindings feature, its possible to create your own complex, custom setups.
Also on show was the soon to be released set of functions including a Euclidian sequencer and control for the Akai Fire. Which is an FL Studio controller that's has been hijacked to work with live with some more clever scripting and a Max4 Live sequencer device.
Available soon via isotonikstudios.com

5. SYNTHFEST 2019 - VCVRack Updates And More To Come

VCV Rack as we know hit its V1.0 earlier this year and as such started to become more highly featured. We caught up with Dale from module developer Valley and talked about the environment, and future plans.
https://github.com/ValleyAudio

6. SYNTHFEST 2019 - Tranzient - VR Music Creation APP from AliveInTech

We saw some of the VR integration for Ableton Live from AliveInTech's Jim Simons a couple of years back. Since then VR headsets and hardware has reduced in price, making it more available, and so a new application has been developed which has a complete single software solution - with the VR, audio engine all in the same application.
Its called Tranzient and Jim gave us a look at the application in action.

7. SYNTHFEST 2019 - Stylophone Gen R8

The Stylophone Gen R8 is continuing its path to release - in fact its just about to ship.
Its an analogue synth voice with Stylophone heritage - ie it has the touch keypad.
All with in-house Stylophone designed Oscillators, Filter and JFET drive circuit.

8. SYNTHFEST 2019 - EvenHarmonic Stomp Synth

Evenharmonics were showing a proof of concept modular analog synth built into discrete, patchable pedals controlled by guitar.

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SYNTHFEST 2019 OMG, It’s COLOSSUS

Published on Oct 6, 2019 sonicstate

"We got a look at the massive new synthesizer from Analogue Solutions. It’s not for everyone, being a cool £25, but look at it.. it’s inspired by the massive EMS Synthi 100. And we’re glad it’s I the world."

A Guy Called Gerald synthfest 2019

Published on Oct 6, 2019 Jason Dale

"Living legend, Gerald Simpson, AKA A Guy Called Gerald, takes us through his live set up and discuses the state of today’s 'live' DJ performances.

I recently watched Gerald perform a full 4 hour set in Manchester, so to see him break down how the magic happens, was a real privilege."

Synthfest UK - 2019 Montage

Published on Oct 6, 2019 GEOSynths

"I was Filmi9ng the Seminars at SynthFest UK 2019 and managed to get some footage with my small Camcorder and put together this quick Montage."

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SYNTHFEST 2019 UDO Super 6

Published on Oct 6, 2019 sonicstate

"We get the latest updates on the new Super 6 synth from UDO Audio."

SYNTHFEST 2019 Korg Nutekt As An FX Unit

Published on Oct 6, 2019 sonicstate

"Luke from Korg shows us how to use the Nutekt as a three layer FX unit. With the same fx as the Minilogue XD."

SYNTHFEST UK Set for 05-OCT-2019 \\ The Octagon \\ Sheffield

https://www.synthfest.co.uk

"The UK's Biggest Synthesizer Event

Get hands-on at the UK’s biggest synthesizer event. Plug in your headphones and turn those dials!
Check out the widest range of Eurorack, Keyboards, Soft-Synths, DIY kits and much more.
Wallet Alert - This is the biggest retail show of its kind - bargains galore!
Chat to the modular meet crowd who've gathered to show off their proud collection.
Breeze by the college education stands for course info and don’t miss the strange and exotic start-up companies.
Take a break: Grab some food or go watch one of our fantastic seminars by industry experts and musicians.

Event runs 10:30am to 6:30pm - something to see every minute of the day!"

If you attend, get a video of the Colossus! :)

Meet Colossus - Analogue Solutions Rendition of the Classic EMS SYNTHI 100

You might remember Analogue Solutions EMS SYNTHI 100 for sale from previous posts. It appears they have put it to good use and designed their own version. P.S. I spotted this earlier this morning, but thanks to Soviet Space Child for sending in the link.

via Analogue Solutions:

"Available direct only... Come see Colossus at SynthFest (UK, 5/Oct)

Numbers will be limited - we are currently taking pre-orders, ready to ship in early 2020.

This is truly something special.

Price is £25K. This exclude any tax (most likely you can claim it back through your business). Shipping: Outside of UK it would need to be crated, onto a pallet, then freighted. Shipping and crating likely to be 500-1000GBP. If you aren’t too far from Calais there maybe other options.

WHAT IS COLOSSUS?
Analogue Solutions is excited to introduce Colossus, an exciting new mega-synth with a design ethos truly from the dawn of analogue synths. It is more than a powerful analogue ‘workstation’ - it is also art, architecture, exquisite studio furniture.

Design inspiration is of course from the 1970’s EMS Synthi 100, however, no circuit from the Synthi has been cloned or copied. We prefer to make our own designs. We have chosen some of our favourite circuits from our own large back catalogue synths such as Polymath, Telemark and Vostok.

Colossus is not a Synthi 100 clone - all circuits are non-EMS, Analogue Solutions’ design.

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Kenton Pro Solo Mk3 — SynthFest 2018

Published on Nov 6, 2018 Sound On Sound magazine

"Modular synths are everywhere and with the popularity of the Eurorack format, they largely exist as part of a single, unified ecosystem. However, if you want to control your modular synth rig from a more traditional piece of MIDI gear, then you have a problem as Eurorack modules are generally controlled by control voltage (CV). SOS Reviews Editor Matt Houghton took a brief look at the new Kenton Pro Solo Mk3 at the recent SynthFest UK — an update to a well-loved problem-solving device.

Kenton have made a name for themselves as purveyors of useful boxes (converters, splitters etc.) for synth users and their Pro Solo Mk3 is featured accordingly. It keeps all the features of the Mk2 which Gordon Reid reviewed way back in 2006, including MIDI Thru, 16-bit D-A conversion for solid pitch performance and couple of AUX outputs for controlling parameters such as VCF, PWM or VCAs from an external controller.

The Mk3 provides three AUX outputs, each available on its own 3.5mm jack, giving you even greater control over different elements of your pre-MIDI or modular set up.

It’s set to be available very soon with a UK price tags of £158.40."

Soulsby Synths ATMultitron & ATMegatron II updates // Synthfest 2018

Published on Oct 30, 2018 DivKidVideo

"Having seen these back at Superbooth (more info in that video here - [posted here] ) it's great to see the Soulsby Synths products coming along and closer to a release. The ATMultitron is an 8 voice version of the Oscitron/ATMegatron family that Soulsby are known for. Drums, bass, polyphonic stuff, analogue filters and VCAs with digital oscillators. Lots to go at."

Modor Noisy Oscillator, Comb Filter & Formant Filter // Synthfest 2018

Published on Oct 29, 2018 DivKidVideo

"The NF-1 from Modor always has me gassing for some digital synth action and it's great to see them enter the eurorack market too. The Formant filter is out now but Modor also had the new Noisy Oscillator and Comb Filter on show at Synthfest so here's a quick demo with a few sounds from the new units."

ALM Busy Circuits Quaid Mega Slope and MCO Updates // Synthfest 2018

Published on Oct 26, 2018 DivKidVideo

"It was great to see Matthew from ALM Busy Circuits at Synthfest 2018 and get an update on some of his new modules. Both the Quaid Mega Slope and the MCO are coming along soon with the Quaid offering some mega modulation possibilities and the MCO a tonne of wavetable tones with sub and PWM/mod over the waves in a small and cheap package."

A non-guided tour of Synthfest 2018

Published on Oct 25, 2018 DivKidVideo

"Here's a walk around of Synthfest 2018 aiming to give you a bit of a flavour for the event."

New Stepper Drums from Transistor Sound Labs // Synthfest 2018

Published on Oct 23, 2018 DivKidVideo

"Here's the exciting new Stepper Drum from Transistor Sound Labs. Nina runs us through the module and some of features and just like their Stepper Acid sequencer the Stepper Drum looks amazing quick and responsive to performance and getting ideas down quickly. Ratchets, bursts, polymetric patterns, several channels, pattern chaining and a lot of other goodness too."

Who are Soundtronics? 5U Modular with MFOS Yusynth & more // Synthfest 2018

Published on Oct 22, 2018 DivKidVideo

"There was no escaping the draw of 3 5U systems laid out on a larger stand at Synthfest 2018. Soundtronics had there range of 5U format modules on show, making licensed versions of MFOS (music from outer space) with both 1/4" and banana options as well as bringing Yusynth products to market too. Here we have a chat about Soundtronics, who they are and the products from the show floor at Synthfest."

Motas 6 Synthesizer // Synthfest 2018

Published on Oct 18, 2018 DivKidVideo

"The Motas-6 took my attention when the company brought one along to Modular Meets Leeds back in August 2018. I had chance to have a quick play and a demo with the designer at Synthfest and I have to say I'm impressed. It's a 3 analogue mono synth with several filters (rare to see more than filter option) that has a fully analogue signal path but lots of digital control. Every knob (YES EVERY KNOB) has an LFO and envelope you can assign to modulate it. This opens up a tonne of sound design potential which I think is really exciting. Here's a few patches and random sounds to give you a flavour. I'll be working with Motas on some demo content in the not too distant future so watch out for that."

See the Motas label below for more.