EMEAPP SONIC TEST DRIVE: SYNTON SYRINX Feat. DON SLEPIAN

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"Here for your listening and viewing pleasure is yet another rarity from our extensive collection of obscure and unusual mono synths. This is the Syrinx from the Dutch manufacturer Synton, circa 1983. This particular unit features the rarest color combination of the whole production and we were proud to have it featured in the Synth Gems 1 book from Bjooks. In this episode of Sonic Test Drive, join electronic music pioneer Don Slepian as he takes you through the ins and outs of this beast, including it's highly sought after filter and unique paddle controls.

You can find us at www.emeapp.org where we invite you to join us as a FREE member."

Koma Komplex sequencer

Koma Komplex sequencer - I like it! video upload by David Morley

"I decided to change my analogue sequencer from a Fenix III to a Koma Komplex. After 11 years with the Fenix, I think it was time to travel new paths.

It's a seriously great sequencer. I'll try and do a series of videos on this. Each showing a sequence with some feature being profiled.

Koma Komplex
Roland SH-2 via Midi
Fenix I modular via CV Gate"

Fenix Electro

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Fenix III

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You can find demos in previous posts here.

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11 21 22 Synton Fenix 2 & 3 + Rhythm Ace X

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Fenix II & III

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"Test run 1 Moroder bassline filter 1 , AD envelope, VCO 1"

MAKING A MODULAR SYNTH FOR TOOL • DANNY CAREY

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"I am Peter Grenader - the designer, curator and sometimes sound designer for Danny Carey's Toolbox, the modular system used live with Tool (Chocolate Chip Trip).

I recently did a huge overhaul and expansion of that system and this video details that journey.

For a recent interview detailing this system and my involvement with Tool, check out Kris West's Spiral Out podcast:

https://spiraloutpod.podbean.com/e/pe...

For an article on how this synth came into being check out The Fortheye:

https://www.fourtheye.net/2013/11/pet...

EAR/Plan B Synthesizer official website:

https://www.ear-synth.com

Peter Grenader's POV website:

https://www.pov-music.com/

zZyzx Society:

https://www.zzyzxsociety.com/"

Synton Fenix 2 - Ratcheting Delay & Delay as Sound Processor

Synton Fenix 2 - Delay as Sound Processor

Not a bass player? Synton Fenix Delay can help!

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Synton Fenix 2 & Fenix 2d delays

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"In this video, I'm applying negative voltage to the Time CV input on the Delay to get longer delays, focusing on the differences between Fenix 2 and on Fenix 2d."

Vocoder 222 by Techninaro

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"This is a demo of the Vocoder 222 prototype by a Gothenburg-based developer. Inspired by the legendary Syntovox 222 it really sounds fantastic, not many knobs but instant sweet spots and that really old school analog vocoder sound."

"Vocoder 222 is a 100% analog 10-band vocoder inspired by the legendary Synthovox 222.

It is assembled in a sturdy high quality black powder painted metal case with a retro look.

Neutrik connectors and long life high quality potentiometers fastened to the case provides a great user feel.

The heart of this vocoder consist of about 500 surface mounted components. Thanks to modern and smaller components we achieved this compact size compared to old rack-mounted vocoders.
Its powered by a standard 5V USB battery pack for great mobility or a standard USB adaptor (not included - please use only high quality parts).

For now this is only a very limited run that can be purchased in Sweden only."

AnalogFX SER-2020 - Analog Formant Synthsizer - MPE Control - Based on the Synton Syrinx

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"The SER-2020 is a monophonic semi-modular analog synthesizer with a formant filter section, designed to use as standalone synthesizer or in combination with Eurorack modules. Based on the Synton Syrinx synthesizer and added the flexibiltity of an MS-20. The filter design features a combination of a 24dB/octave Low Pass Filter, and two independent Resonant Peak Filters for dynamic sound. The sound is ranging from solid bass to articulated formant effects. Other features of the SER-2020 are the multi-routable Touch ‘N Bend Control together with the MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) capabilities makes the SER-2020 a sensitive instrument. The 2flexible routing makes the SER-2020 a versatile machine for sound effects."

See the AnalogFX label below for more.

Mystery EMS Vocoder?

In case you missed it, see this post. If you know what it is, leave a comment there.

EMS 16 Channel Matrix Vocoder w/ Filter Bank Patch Matrix?

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"EMS unit with many features like double oscillator, pitch shifter, levels on every bands...etc... great sounds"

Update: Looks more like a Synton Syntovox 221 as seen in previous posts including demos, but note the different layout. I don't beleive I've seen this particular model before. If anyone knows what this is feel free to leave a comment.

Update 2 via the comments:

"I am assured by EMS that this is NOT an EMS build. After I complained to reverb the seller changed the description and calls it a "custom projekt". It is built around an EMS 2000, so good luck if it ever needs a service or repair. The seller still has it branded as EMS even though it is a codged together unit and NOT EMS. You can't put a Ferrari engine in a ford and sell it as a Ferrari, can you?"

And via the listing:

"this a rare opportunity to obtain a classic EMS sounds

and add many features like double oscillator, pitch shifter, levels on every bands... more a classic pin matrix.... this is a custom projekt based around an original EMS 2000 vocoder pcb board"

Note the custom faceplate. The original EMS 2000 is completely different. You can find some pics in additional posts mentioning the EMS 2000 Vocoder here.

06.23.2022 Modulars

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A trick to lengthen the delay on a Synton Fenix

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"A small trick to lengthen the delay time on the Synton Fenix using a negative voltage from 0V to approx. -1V sent to the Time CV IN.
No matter how well the delay is trimmed or not, I use to do this to get more delay variation.
The delay output has to be sent to a 24db filter to avoid too much high-pitched noise/hiss due to the character of the BBD."

05 23 22 Synton Fenix - Testing further

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"I’m still testing the Fenix 2d, this time focusing on longer delays, The delay of Fenix 2 is also involved in this patch.
Injecting some minimal negative voltage to the delay time CV input to get longer delays. Then sending the delay into a filter to remove the way too high high-pitched noise present in the slow delay signal.
I use the Wave Multiplier as a clock divider to variate the rhythm.
The Triangle output on VCO2 is actually a sinewave, not a triangle. I use it here for the Bass Drum sound.
No external effects used.

I’m recording each session with the Fenix, that’s why I’m sharing here, for everyone interested in hearing the sound of this synth. So it's not a composition or something elaborated. I’m also recording for the first time via a new audio interface so it's a good occasion for me to see how it translates once on youtube.
I will anyway make more videos showing more precisely how the delay sounds. As well as some tricks with a few functions on the modular."

4. Mai 2022 Fenix 2d - Delay & Phaser

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"I‘m still making some fine tuning on a couple of boards and took a break to hear the Delay with its friend the Phaser.
Smartphone mic only for now."

21. April 2022 Synton Fenix 2d - First time powered up

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"It sounds GREAT!
I still need to test everything and calibrate where needed and then it'll be time to start making a case."

Synton 3000 Modular Analog Synth Modules

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"Get all 10 Synton System 3000 Modular components and included is a free power supply for the modules. See the module photos to see what this sale includes. [10 Asst.VCO, VCF, LFO, VCA, MXA, EGR+4] These are super rare, sound awesome, and are waiting for you to add to your current modular system. The power supply is especially for this set of modules. You would need to wire them up into the P.S. I have the components as a bundle purchase, and if you want descriptions of each, I can provide them for you. Each component panel is 12.8 cm long X 8 cm wide. in case you are wondering if they fit in Euro Racks."

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Fenix IV meets Portabella

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