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Friday, October 21, 2011

SND SAM-16 Sequential Analogue Memory

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"high-end MIDI / analogue sequencer

- The SAM-16 is a high-end analogue and MIDI-sequencer with special emphasis on tightness and intuitive handling. It has 16 steps, each with the following controls:

* 3-position toggle switch for trigger/mute/reset
* 12-position rotary encoder for semitones/chords
* 3-position toggle switch for transpositions
* control for second parameter (i.e. filter)
* control for third parameter (i.e. volume) or gate/step length
* 3-position toggle switch for audio/CV routing between 2 busses and individual input/ouput jacks

- A fundamental problem of all sequencers using pots and electronic quantisation, is that a control may be (unknowingly) set close to a switching point of the quantizer, such that even a small (and inevitable) drift will cause sudden and unwanted changes in the sequence. The use of rotary encoders for setting the notes eliminates this problem, and - in conjunction with the transpose-switches - it also allows a much more intuitive and predictable control of the sequence.
- The second row of knobs controls MIDI-velocity. In addition to the normal mode there are 6 special modes, in which the SAM-16 simultaniously or alternatingly transmits on 2 MIDI-channels to allow velocity -crossfades and -switching.
- The third row can be used for various functions. It controls either step or gate length, but can also generate another control voltage and/or MIDI-controller (#1-14). In addition it is possible to feed it 1 or 2 audio/CV signals, that appear at the rows output with a different attenuation/mix for each step.
- With the lower row of toggle switches audio and/or CV-signals can be routed from or to 2 busses and 14 individual jacks. This can be used to create ´wave-sequences´ by routing various waveforms of a modular system´s oscillators (or other audio sources) to the filter, or to activate CV-modulations only for certain steps of a sequence. The row can also control the gate length, or generate MIDI-switch-controllers (#64-74).
- All rows have CV-outputs (0-5V, pitch 1V/octave), rows 1 and 2 also have a CV-input that is added to the values produced by the sequencer. These modulations also influence the MIDI-output data. The input attenuator for pitch modulation doubles as a global tranpose control with a 2-octave range.
- The build-in MIDI-interface syncronises the SAM-16 to MIDI-clock or MIDI-notes (!) and translates all settings into MIDI-data. Thus it is possible to control classic analogue equipment as well as modern sound generators. Also sequences and their transformations over time can be recorded into a software sequencer for further editing, storage, and recall. A special feature of the MIDI-section is the possibility to ´re-define´ the 12 positions of the pitch encoders, that is to assign any note or chord (up to 7 notes) to each position. The timing control of the SAM-16 also has some advanced options, such as the possibility to wait untill the end of the current measure at any given step. This allows convenient syncronisation even when changing the sequence length. An ´alternating´-mode allows the sequence to be split into 2 halfes, and to switch between them by hand or automatically after 1 - 15 runs.
- Only high-grade controls and components are used in the SAM-16. The internal MIDI-software has been carefully optimized for speed (latency < 0.1 mS) and reliability.
- All CV-inputs/outpus through 1/4"-jacks on the frontpanel, MIDI-In/Thru/Out on the back
- 19", 5 rack units, depth (behind frontpanel): 105mm + plugs, external power supply"

ELKA SYNTHEX

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Nord Modular G2 with Gig Bag

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Oberheim 2-voice vintage analog synth

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"This Oberheim 2-voice has been fully restored by Advanced Musical Electronics, a leading Los Angeles repair firm. Has 2 SEM's plus the Mini-Sequencer. Plenty of info available on the www. Additional CV control added to back."

TRON Grid Bugs Theme v Alesis Andromeda


YouTube Uploaded by GCom67 on Oct 21, 2011

"GRID BUGS theme from the original arcade game from the early 80's played through the Alesis Andromeda."

::vtol:: v.bot sp0256 speech synth








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"speech synth/robosophy orator

Based on the "Unit selection speech synthesis technology" SP0256-al2 chip. Сontains 59 allophones (primarily intended for use with English language phrases) and five pauses in its internal 16 KiB ROM.

part of the "system"

- 8 buttons for manual control
- manual pitch control
- CV pitch modulation input
- audio output (banana and jack)
- 8 LFOs for triggering/reseting and automatic allophones selection
- trigger/pause inputs
- toggle switch for two types of trigger activation - loop / one shot"


PPG Wave 2.2 Synthesizer


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1982 PPG Wave 2.2 Synthesizer, Version V4 SN 01218


Moog Officially Goes Modular with the 500 Series Ladder Filter


Update: Not quite - no patch points.

"The Ladder brings new dimension to recording studios, stage and live performers alike. It smooth’s out the harshest of tracks, adds vibe and character to soft synths. It excites dull or lifeless and has the power to shape sound in a way that is excitingly unique.

The Ladder

Moog Music’s first 500 series module!

The Ladder is a Dynamic Transistor Ladder Filter

based on Bob Moog's original ladder filter design.

It is Moog Music’s highest quality filter SPECIFICALLY designed for use in the studio and on stage.

Step up with The Ladder

The Ladder is a Dynamic Transistor Ladder Filter that is based on Bob Moog's original ladder filter designs. Don't be fooled by it’s small size, The Ladder is a powerful and fantastic sound sculpting tool that allows for creative and unique sound shifting and shaping.

By design, The Ladder sports the smoothest all analog Low Pass and High Pass filter section. Simply adjust the Cutoff knob to add vibe, warmth or tonal adjustment. Choose LP to add analog vibe and warmth to a sound or select HP for sweetening and relieving the heft of a sound.

The Envelope section of The Ladder is where things get really cool:

- Variable Attack and Release controls allow you to perfectly dial in the behavior of The Ladder's envelope section. Use these controls to open and close the envelope as fast as lightning, or slow as molasses.

- Use the Amount control in Positive or Negative mode for mild to extreme sound shaping and manipulation. From slight timbral excitement and voicing to extreme compression-like behavior. Even reversed filter action is achievable!

- The Resonance control used with The Ladder’s other features allows for the creation of sweet, dynamic and even speech like behavior. Use it to tune The Ladder to a sound source… or not. You can excite or accentuate specific frequencies as well as create completely new unique and wild sounds.

NOTE: The Ladder's Resonance control will push the unit into self-oscillation. This can be used for effect if desired.

The 2Pole/4Pole switch allows you to select how aggressive your filter slope is. 2 pole is equal to 12db per octave which is smooth and sweet, while 4 pole is 24db per octave which is hard and aggressive.

You also have a hard wire Bypass for totally transparent routing and A/B comparison

The Ladder isn't your average filter. It's a big step up"

"Specifications

Play Your Kaoss Pad with a Kitten - 00023


YouTube Uploaded by Vlern on Oct 12, 2011

"Todd Vlern Roberta The kitten Kaossilator Kaoss pad 2"

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TNRi iPad - SECRET APP GLITCH / FEATURE! - Valse De Gilclee - MELODIC IDM Ambient


YouTube Uploaded by VJFranzK on Oct 21, 2011

"Can you figure it out? This strange track uses a nonstandard technique to produce sonic glitches at several points through the song. Hint: It's not changing the tempo ( which I only do at the very end. ) I think I am the first to discover, or film this trick on YouTube? It's called a Valse because it ( at least begins ) in 12 beat timing.

Sorry my hands are blocking the view in some parts, but I can't exactly make them transparent ;-) This requires multiple fingers to do it well, and can't easily be done on the Hardware Tenori due to the difference in menu systems."

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