"Classic machine, newly and comprehensively pro restored and serviced, upgraded with the top-of-the-line Tubbutec MC-2oh2 High Res Mod, and in perfect working order. The Tubbutec 2oh2 Mod stretches the capabilities of the machine vastly beyond what the original machine is capable of, and also integrates MIDI I/O, while retaining the original sound. See listing video below for more details. Compatible power supply included.
MC-2oh2 is an upgrade and feature extension for the Roland MC-202 synthesizer / composer.
It replaces the original CPU, keyboard PCB and display of an MC-202.
MC-2oh2 introduces a completely new control scheme for MC-202 synthesizers.
The sound however stays the same and many additional features are added.
Also compatible with the ‘DIN-SYNC RE-202’ project
Features
Optimized for live performance, turns your 202 into a ‘groove box’.
Three completely independent synthesizer control channels:
The internal synth, the 2nd CV/gate output and a 3rd MIDI out or DRUM channel. Each channel has its own clock divider and MIDI input and output.
Can be clocked via MIDI, DIN-sync or trigger using the TAPE-input
Versatile sequencer with 32 patterns, chainable in song mode, edit patterns and songs while playing, shortcuts for quick live arrangement. Seven sequencer play directions.
Sequence editor with copy, paste, insert and delete options, can modify note pitch, length and note-modifiers on the fly
Arpeggiator with multiple octaves, seven direction modes including ‘order of key press’. Can inherit the ‘chemistry’ of existing sequences, optional euclidian mode and live shortcuts.
Additional modulations: Accent, Filter and PW envelopes
Additional noise sound with envelope.
8-bit LOFI drum sample output with various sound modifiers, sample packs can be uploaded via MIDI
Save and recall up to 8 sets containing sequencer and modulation parameters. No batteries needed
MIDI CC control of all additional parameters, filter cutoff, pulse width, clock dividers and more.
Midi velocity can be linked to various sound parameters.
Various CV-input modes including a ‘direct’ mode.
Optional HiRes version of MC-2oh2 allows pitch bend control and microtonal tunings.
"In this demo we demonstrate some of the features and the workflow of the Tubbutec Mc-2oh2 modification for the Roland MC-202 synthesizer.
MC-2oh2 adds a lot of additional features, such as MIDI, an pattern based sequencer, arpeggiatior extra modulations and more... https://tubbutec.de/mc-2oh2/"
"One thing that’s not discussed enough - or is even criminally underrated - is the third channel in the Tubbutec MC-2oh2. On paper, it’s just a simple sample player, coming with a factory-loaded set of TR-606-like drum sounds that are still fun and effective to jam along to.
With the MC-202 Hack software (but also possible via SysEx), it’s a breeze to upload your own samples -or rather, sound snippets.
That’s precisely what I’m doing here. I took pre-recorded snippets of vocoder-processed sounds and uploaded them into the 2oh2. It’s already fun just to play them, but here comes another smart function of the 2oh2: midifiers. Each sample can be filtered, slowed down, reversed, and/or accented. It’s an endless source of experimentation and inspiration."
"Excellent condition MC-202 with Tubbutec MC-2oh2 Hi-Rez upgrade. Even adds a cool 8-bit sampler /drum machine that can load 12 of your own samples via MIDI dump.
Professionally installed by Tubbutec authorized installer Borish Electronics, not a cheap job to have done at $500 labor due to complexity involved with tiny CPU removal and replacement + $400 for actual mod kit itself. Overlay can be removed easily if you prefer.
Comes with rare original bag, Roland/Boss power adapter, and manuals (in Japanese)."
"HAPPY 202 DAY!
The two MC-2oh2 modded Roland MC-202 synths and the Roland Juno-66 are fed the same MIDI notes.
The 2oh2s are each running an arpeggiator with different settings and MIDI clock dividers.
The synths are accompanied by the Tubbutec & LPZW.modules 6m0d6 drum module sequenced by Tubbutec 6equencer."
"Tubbutec upgraded MC-2oh2 is master of ceremony here. It plays the 202 voice on channel one and Synthi on channel 2 (via Portabellabz CV/gate card). I must say that - quite unexpectedly - this small powerhouse by @tubbutec has turned into a hub of my present live rig. It’s that versatile and fun to play."
"Firmware 1.1 brings recording from keyboard or arpeggiator, per-step probability for gates and note modifiers, a swing generator, quick start/stop for channels, a screensaver and more. https://tubbutec.de/mc-2oh2/"
"I let my old MC-202 go a very long time ago for rent money. Regret!
But recently, Tubbutec modded this beloved monophonic synthesizer, and I had to get my hands on one. Here's my first try after reading the manual. Always RTFM"
"This is one of many videos I've been uploading on IG that feature Papa's CV/gate card - an absolutely indispensable tool for any EMS owner. Add a MIDI-CV converter and you're now in MIDI heaven.
What's happening in this video: CVs and gate are supplied from 2oh2 - Tubbutec modded Roland MC-202. I'm sending CV on channel 1 of 2oh2 to oscillator 1 of the Synthi and another CV channel of the 2oh2 to oscillator 2. Gate comes from channel 1 of the 2oh2.
You can order the CV/gate card here:
https://www.portabellabz.be/cvgate.html"
"Made this little song for this year's 606 day.
Utilizing a lot of TR-6oh6 mod live features such as muting, flam, arp and and of course also the MC-2oh2 upgrade.
https://tubbutec.de/tr-6oh6/"
"This has the Hi Res Tubbutec board installed to to turn this simple monosynth into s work horse. This was installed by a pro tech who worked with Tubbutec on the first batch of beta installs."
"Early morning jam at Superbooth 24, day 3 with MC-2oh2, Brainstep and 6m0d6.
Pretty much the first one here at 8:30 enjoying the quietness before the big storm of the last day.
Would have been even better if I had checked the focus of the camera ;)"
"In the video, I’m showing how to understand three channels of this powerful workstation. In simple terms, Ch1 is for 202 voice, Ch2 is for external CV/gate synth and Ch3 is a sample player."
"Machine-driven acid house at 124 BPM: transient-forward percussion with hollow-bodied punch, a constant bass groove that shifts in intensity, and an arrangement built on negative space and dub-style handoffs.
Tape delay and spring reverb open wide. Brief breaks wipe the grid just long enough for the pattern to snap back into focus. Then the momentum clears and a new polymetric logic takes over. Modulated melodic drifts change the room without abandoning the floor, leaving you somewhere familiar but newly yours.
Hardware: Din Sync RE-808, Roland TR-606, Roland/Tubbutec MC-2oh2, Cyclone TT-303, Alice 1228 mixer, Boss KM-60 mixer, Boss RCL-10 compressor, RE-201 Space Echo, Jeff Rubin Mu-tant Fly Phase, edited in Ableton Live.
iLL ACiD Cat. No. ILL015
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