Voltage Modular Updates At Synthplex 2019

Published on Apr 8, 2019 Synthtopia

"At SynthPlex 2019, Cherry Audio was demoing the latest version of Voltage Modular, a software modular synthesizer for Mac & Windows.

We talked with synth designer and synthesist Mitchell Sigman, who gave us an update on what's new in Voltage Modular."

WaveFront Audio Intros 16+ Channel Analog Vocoder

Published on Apr 8, 2019 Synthtopia

"At SynthPlex 2019, Kazike of large-format modular maker Club Of The Knobs introduced a new company, WaveFront Audio, and their first product, the Sixteen Channel Spectral Vocoder.

The vocoder builds on the classic Bode analog vocoder design, considered by many to be one of the best-sounding vocoders ever created.

Kazike also gave us a quick look at the monster Moog Unit modular synth he had on display at SynthPlex."

Details here

SynthPlex 2019 Pics by John L Rice

"Photos taken at the SynthPlex convention held in Burbank CA March 28th - 31st 2019"

Mouse over and click on the arrows to the left and right to scroll through, or click on any pic to get to the set on Flickr.

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Bryce still has his jacket! Along with familiar faces in the maker/synth world, you'll spot Depeche Mode's Martin Gore and his wife Kerrilee, Junkie XL, BT, Brian Kehew of the Moog Cookboog, & Mitchel Sigman of Berlin & more.
Update: JJ Abrams is in there as well. I thought I recognized him. Yes, he's into synths. Check out his custom Synthwood Pro-One. He's been mentioned on the site a few other times as well.
Update2: a few more you might recognize, aside from the makers of course: Michael Boddicker, Ellison Wolf of Waveform, Bill Brown, Drew Neumann, and Ed Buller – of Node etc.

If I missed anyone let me know!

Dave Smith and Sequential at Synthplex 2019

Published on Apr 5, 2019 Synthtopia

"At SynthPlex 2019, Sequential introduced updates to their Prophet XL.

We talked with Dave Smith, who gave us a quick demo of the new features."

Moon Modular MU Modules At SynthPlex 2019

Published on Apr 5, 2019 Synthtopia

"At SynthPlex 2019, Moon Modular introduced a new sample and hold module.

We talked with designer Gert Jalass, who gave us a quick demo and also an overview of their new complete modular systems."

Moon Modular at the Noisebug booth at SynthPlex.

Analog Craftsman Large-Format Modules At SynthPlex 2019

Published on Apr 5, 2019 Synthtopia

"At SynthPlex 2019, Analog Craftsman was showing their line of MU modular synth gear.

We talked with AC's Tony Norton, who told us how his company got started and gave us an update on their line of modules."

Free State FX MU Modules At SynthPlex 2019

Published on Apr 5, 2019 Synthtopia

"At SynthPlex 2019, we talked with Jason Fry of Free State FX. He gave us an intro to his company and its modules, and also told us about how he got started making modular gear."

Thomas Dolby at Synthplex 2019

Published on Apr 5, 2019 Sound On Sound magazine

"Synth pioneer Thomas Dolby was the star attraction at Synthplex 2019, LA's inaugural 'Everything Synthesizer' exhibition/conference in late March. Prior to his seminar and evening performance, SOS contributor Julian Colbeck sat down over breakfast with Thomas for an exclusive interview in which TD reveals his current interest with new media technologies and their application in music."

The History Of The Minimoog, From Model A To The Model D

Published on Apr 3, 2019 Synthtopia

"At SynthPlex 2019, Electronic Music Education and Preservation Project (EMEAPP) made its first synth event appearance - and was displaying the prototypes for the Minimoog.

EMEAPP is a non-profit group, dedicated to "Archiving and sharing the history, artists and tools of electronic music, keeping it alive and relevant for the future."

We talked with Executive Director Drew Raison & Associate Director Vince Pupillo, Jr., who gave us an introduction to the organization and its mission. They also gave us a tour of their Minimoog prototypes, and some of the design decisions that not only determined the shape of one of the most iconic synths of all time - but many of standard features of synths that have followed."

Check out more SynthPlex Minimoog posts here.

Casio at Synthplex

Published on Apr 3, 2019 Casio Music Gear

"Clips captured from the Casio booth at the the inaugural Synthplex expo in Burbank, California. All audio is from the Casio Privia PX-5S.

Hope to see you next year."

Elektron Model:Samples Update At Synthplex 2019

Published on Apr 3, 2019 Synthtopia

"At SynthPlex 2019, Elektron introduced an update to their Model:Samples, which adds per-step Sample Locks.

We talked with Elektron's Mario Hernandez, who gave us a quick demo of how Sample Locks work on the Model:Samples."

INTERVIEW WITH ANN ANNIE a philosophy of electronic music #TSR19

Published on Apr 2, 2019 BoBeats

"An interview with ambient artist & youtuber Ann Annie known for his beatiful music & videos.
Check him out here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf_l...
If you enjoy my videos support on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/bobeats"

And a few recent videos from Ann Annie:

Generative in the grass w/ Constant Shapes

Published on Apr 2, 2019 ann annie

Within the park...
spring has sprung

Modular Haiku


Playlist:
1. Haiku Nº 01 - Oceans Away // Reflections and Modular Meditations - Self Generation

Reflections of one,
the ocean deep in thought,
noise to pass the time

2. Haiku Nº 02 - Upstream // Akemie's Taiko, Ornament & Crime, Lo-fi Junky

Upstream contrast sound,
at end flowing together,
the river moves soft

3. Haiku Nº 03 - Moons Apart // Roland e20, Rings, Clouds, Three Sisters

Across the land yet
Moons apart beneath new skies
sounds to light the way

4. Haiku Nº 04 - Contrast // Mutable Instruments Elements, Rings & Clouds

Beauty in nature Reconstructing / rebuilding the
under hum of rushing life ---- system. Voltage Block doing most

5. Haiku Nº 05 Pastel // Mutable Rings, Clouds, Elements, Three Sisters

- Pastel (lullaby sky) -
pastel splashed upon
a lullaby for the sky,
whispers and textures

6. Haiku Nº 06 "Latitudeº" (Self Generative) // Elements, Rings, & Clouds,

Watching the weather,
Shifts forward then back again,
Sipping on the rain.
- Self Generative Version of "Latitudeº" Feeling the warmth from this patch in the increasingly cold weather..

7. Haiku Nº 07 - "Cordillera" // Two Rings, Clouds & Mangrove

parallel peaks hush,
listen to the wind and trees,
echoes to rest by
~ from the album "Cordillera".

You can find additional videos from ann annie featured here on MATRIXSYNTH.

Waldorf Kyra Synthesizer At SynthPlex 2019

Published on Apr 2, 2019 Synthtopia

"At SynthPlex 2019, we talked with synthesist Nick Kwas, who gave us a sneak preview of the upcoming Waldorf Kyra synthesizer."

Empress Effects Zoia Modular Synthesizer & Effects Pedal SYNTHPLEX 2019

Published on Apr 2, 2019 Perfect Circuit

"Empress Effects Zoia is a fully programmable modular synthesis and effects environment inside of a pedal. The glowing buttons on the front of the pedal let you see what sections are modulating what other sections and change routing and modules. It can send and receive midi control and be played with a keyboard, or use internal sequencers and modulation. External audio can be routed through it and modified, or you can generate complete sounds from within it. There are more than 80 types of modules that can be used in it and you can save up to 64 preset patches.

Empress Effects pedals available here: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/catalo..."

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Lightstorm Demonstration at Synthplex 2019

Published on Apr 2, 2019 Strange Electronic

Earthquaker Devices With Lisa Bella Donna

Published on Apr 2, 2019 Synthtopia

"At SynthPlex 2019, we talked with Lisa Bella Donna of Earthquaker Devices, and she gave us a demo of how she uses the effects when playing live."

Synthplex 2019 Floor Walk

Published on Apr 2, 2019 sonicstate

"Always good to see what a new show has to offer and this floor walk should give you an idea of what the first Synthplex show halls looked like. See you next year!"

Synthplex 2019 Empress Zoia Configurable FX Box

Published on Apr 2, 2019 sonicstate

"Winner of the 2018 NAMM Best in Show its a fascinating custom patchable modular FX, synth box that allows you to create extremely complex digital effects, synths and routings together with 5x8 LED button matrix for control and GUI operation.
Hopefully it will be released real soon..."

See the Empress label below for more.

Synthplex 2019 Sensel Morph Buchla Keyboard Overlay

Published on Apr 2, 2019 sonicstate

"Sensel Morph is an interchangeable control overlay for a highly sensitive surface. Each overlay has its own RFID which tells the control software what the overlay does and its particular mappings.
With full MPE capability is can be very expressive. Shown here is the new Buchla Thunder layout - Sensel are working in partnership with Buchla on this."

Synthplex 2019 Korg Minilogue XD Sounds Only

Published on Apr 2, 2019 sonicstate

"Jim takes a look at the new Korg Minilogue XD, released at NAMM. With the new features found in the more expensive Prologue, its got some very interesting digital oscillator options. As well as stereo fx and and a modified filter. We cant wait to get one in for review, as we enjoyed the regular Minilogue."