NEW APPS AVAILABLE FOR THE LINE 6 MIDI MOBILIZER

"—Transforming your Apple® iPod touch™, iPhone™ and iPad™ into a complete music production studio—

CALABASAS, Calif.—November 18, 2010—Line 6, Inc. (line6.com), the industry leader in digital modeling technology for music-creation products, is proud to announce a dozen new apps for the MIDI Mobilizer™, the only MIDI interface for Apple iPod touch, iPhone and iPad.

“Developers are doing an amazing job of harnessing the power of the Apple devices and turning them into serious music-making MIDI machines – all made possible by MIDI Mobilizer,” remarked Chris Grigg, Mobile Products Manager at Line 6. “Prepare to be completely amazed at how much you can do with such tiny, affordable gear.”

MIDI Mobilizer is the most simple, compact, and portable Line 6 device yet. It easily connects directly with any Apple iPod touch, iPhone or iPad and coupled with MIDI Memo Recorder (a free app available for download on the Apple App Store), it allows musicians to conveniently play, record, and backup MIDI data any time, anywhere.

Following the announcement earlier this summer of the free MIDI Mobilizer Third Party Developer Program, over 70 app developers around the world are working on new apps that will support MIDI Mobilizer. In addition to MIDI Memo Recorder, there are currently a dozen apps available for MIDI Mobilizer: NanoStudio, NLogSynth Pro, NLog MIDI Synth, Music Studio, Pianist Pro, StepPolyArp, MIDI Surface, Little MIDI Machine, MIDI Live, bs-16i, and S1MIDI Trigger. [brief descriptions on each further below]

NanoStudio, for example, is a techno-styled, full-featured virtual recording studio complete with 16 sample trigger pads, a comprehensive sequencer, a sample editor, a mixer and 10 FX units. Another is NLog Synth PRO, which is a professional virtual analogue synthesizer with 192 factory sounds, powerful synth features, and more. Pianist Pro, an 88-key virtual piano for the iPad, has been highlighted in Apple commercials and recommended by the New York Times, Rolling Stone magazine, and others.

These apps are just the beginning – many more are in development and will be available soon.

MIDI Mobilizer is compatible with millions of MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) devices, from classic to modern, including synthesizers, digital pianos, effects processors, and Line 6 guitar amps and POD® products.

MIDI Mobilizer is available now, with an estimated street price of $69.99."

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Be sure to see the Line 6 label below for demos of apps supporting the Line 6 MIDI Mobilizer.

Update: brief descriptions on each app (links take you to iTunes where you'll find full info):

NanoStudio
"NanoStudio is a virtual recording studio for iPhone/iPod Touch. It has 4 virtual analogue synths, 16 sample trigger pads, a comprehensive sequencer, a sample editor, a mixer and 10 effects units all integrated into a single application.

Record samples using the built-in microphone*, resample NanoStudio's own output or upload your own samples over WiFi using our NanoSync tool for Mac or Windows. NanoStudio comes with a range of samples, loops and drum kits to get you started...."

NLogSynth Pro
"The N E X T L E V E L of IOS musical instruments:
- A PROFESSIONAL GRADE synthesizer in your pocket with extreme value
- 192 IMPRESSIVE FACTORY SOUNDS
- including fresh new soundset by the trance producer 7 Skies (www.7skies-music.com)

- ENDLESS options for SOUND EDITING
- Over one 150 parameters and options
- More than your beloved hardware synths might offer
- Store up to 96 own edits in 3 user banks
- Exchange sounds with your friends by email

- STUDIO QUALITY sounds
- Professional 44.1 kHz Stereo CD quality
- Internal 32bit floating point engine
- Highly efficient sound algorithms
- Enabling maximum CPU performance of your iPad..."

NLog MIDI Synth
"This app is an extended version of the famous "NLog Synthesizer" app providing external access from MIDI keyboards or other MIDI controller. The synth engine has been rewritten to provide polyphonic realtime response. Now you have a real synthesizer out of your IOS device which you can play with your keyboards. A MIDI interface is needed to operate with external keyboards. This version supports Line6's Midi Mobilizer. Other interfaces like Akai's Synthstation will be supported in future updates once they become available. The app is also usable without MIDI interface with on-screen keyboard..."

Music Studio
"Music Studio offers a complete music production environment on the iPhone/iPod touch with features and a sound quality previously only known to desktop applications and expensive audio hardware.

It combines a piano keyboard, 40 studio-quality instruments with sustain, a fully fledged 128-track sequencer, extensive note editing, reverb, real-time effects and much more on a user-friendly interface."


Pianist Pro
"As featured in the latest Apple "iPad is Musical" TV Ad, recommended by The New York Times, The Independent, The Daily Telegraph, Rolling Stone Magazine, and played live by legendary band Squeeze on the Jimmy Fallon show (NBC).

Pianist, the ORIGINAL iPhone piano, turns Professional in an all new iPad-only app with photo-realistic graphics and an unbelievable sound. Pianist Pro was the number one music app for the iPad at release and has remained high in the charts ever since."

StepPolyArp
"StepPolyArp is a midi step polyphonic arpeggiator. The arpeggiator does not play any sound itself, it transmits midi notes to a Mac or a PC to be used in combination with any sequencer, virtual instrument (VSTi, Audio Unit) or midi synthesizer.

The arpeggiator can transform chords into sequences of notes played one after the other in several ways. A matrix polyphonic step modulate arpeggiated notes in time and pitch. The main controllers (velocity, modulation, panning, volume, aftertouch, and pitch bend) are also programmable through a step editor. The integrated keyboard automatically adapts to the selected musical scale."

MIDI Surface
"MIDI Surface is a full-featured MIDI control surface for iPhone and iPod touch, brought to you by the minds at Audiofile Engineering (creators of FiRe - Field Recorder, Backline Calc and other essential audio apps). Designed for use with the Line 6 MIDI Mobilizer hardware accessory, MIDI Surface allows users to easily create and save their own customized MIDI control surfaces. It delivers seamless touch-screen control of MIDI-enabled instruments such as keyboards, drum machines, software synths and more."


Little MIDI Machine
"Little MIDI Machine is an analog-style MIDI step sequencer app for the Line 6 MIDI Mobilizer interface. This app requires you own the hardware Line 6 Mobilizer MIDI interface hardware accessory for full functionality.

Little MIDI Machine gives you the step sequencing power of a hardware analog sequencer on your iPad! Program two independent sequencers that send note and velocity MIDI data out on two MIDI channels to control your hardware synthesizers. LittleMM includes many of your favorite hardware sequencer features such as mute and un-mute notes, skip steps, reverse the sequencer, adjustable clock speed, etc. If you do not have a Line 6 Mobilizer, LittleMM can generate very basic melodic sounds in place of sending MIDI. This will let you play around with the app and try it out, but it is not a feature that will be developed further and is not the primary purpose of the app. LittleMM is intended to be a MIDI sequencer driving external hardware.

With Little Music Machine you can use your Line 6 MIDI Mobilizer interface along with your favorite hardware synth and your iPad to create mind-bending loops and sequences."

MIDI Live
"This application is designed for live performance using the Midi Mobilizer from Line 6. It provides realtime modification of midi file parameters including:

* Song Tempo
* Key Change
* Instrument Assignment
* Song Cue
* Mixing Parameters

It is possible to alter these parameters while the song is playing or save for future playback. Playlists are also supported. Songs can be freely downloaded from the internet or loaded from your laptop.

Note: This application does not make sound on its own, it requires the Midi Mobilizer from Line 6."

bs-16i
"bs-16i is a 16 multi-timbral playback sampler. It supports SoundFont, and can be used for keyboard instrument, MIDI sound module, and MIDI player.

The sampler engine is ported from bs-1 / bs-16, which is developed as professional plug-in for Logic (Audio Units) and Cubase (VST instrument).
Using SoundFont libraries, you can play with your great number of Instruments.
It supports all standard MIDI messages, so it also can be used as a GM (General MIDI) sound module.

As a keyboard instrument, you can play with scalable keyboard, pitch bend wheel, and many control change controllers.

Internal MIDI player supports SMF (Standard MIDI File) format."

S1MIDI Trigger
S1MidiTrigger turns your iPad or iPhone into a customizable touchscreen MIDI controller that can replace hardware devices costing hundreds of dollars. Connect wirelessly to audio workstation applications on the PC or Mac, or use Line 6's MIDI Mobilizer hardware add-on!

You can use the built-in controller screens or design your own, with touch pads (for drums and other instruments), sliders, X-Y pads and more. (Note: This requires a MIDI application -- it does not play music by itself.)

S1MidiTriggger is compatible with the open-source DSMidiWifi server, but for even faster response you can download our free S1 server software for PC or OS X. (A fast wifi connection is recommended.)

Don't worry if you don't have the best musical skills! With S1MidiTrigger, it's very easy to just tap some pads to play simple notes or even complete chords.

Watch a demo of version 3.2 on YouTube" [posted here]

Oberheim Perf/x COMPLETE SET OF 5 Cyclone Navigator Systemizer Strummer Drummer

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Timing doesn't get tighter than this // Gridlock II interface for CV, MIDI, USB & DIN Sync

video upload by Starsky Carr

"If you’ve ever struggled with MIDI jitter, sloppy DAW clocking, or keeping vintage synths and drum machines locked in time, the Innerclock Systems Gridlock II might be the ultimate solution.

https://innerclocksystems.com/gridloc...

In this video I take an in-depth look at Gridlock II, a professional MIDI, DIN Sync, USB and CV/Gate timing hub from Australian company Innerclock Systems, designed to deliver rock-solid timing with jitter as low as 20 microseconds. Rather than relying on unreliable DAW MIDI clock, Gridlock II generates its own ultra-accurate timing using an audio-based plugin approach — and the results are immediately audible.

I demonstrate how Gridlock II integrates vintage non-MIDI synths like the ARP Odyssey, Minimoog, Prodigy, Promars, Juno-60, alongside modern USB and MIDI gear, all appearing cleanly inside Logic as named instruments. You’ll see how MIDI, DIN Sync, USB MIDI and CV/Gate can coexist in one system, with every device locked tightly to the beat.

Key topics covered:

Why DAW MIDI clock drifts — and how Gridlock II fixes it
Audio-based clock generation for near-zero jitter timing
Syncing MIDI, DIN Sync, USB MIDI, CV & Gate together
Using vintage synths like modern MIDI instruments
TR-909 timing comparison: DAW vs Gridlock II
MIDI filtering, clock offsets, PPQN and transport control
CV pitch scaling, volt-per-octave & gate voltage options
Standalone operation for live performance reliability
Who Gridlock II is really for (and who it isn’t)"

0:00 Introducing the Gridlock II
4:39 The Hardware
7:04 Gridlock II Control Overview
9:02 Creating a Connection
11:12 MIDI Configuration Setting s
11:56 USB Hubs
12:31 CV Synths played as MIDI
13:21 MIDI Filters
14:06 CV Settings
15:12 Multiple Session
s 17:48 Any Limitations?

New iConnectivity mio™ Advanced MIDI Interfaces

via iConnectivity

"Give your MIDI a big upgrade!

New line of ultra-versatile MIDI problem solvers offering support for 0 to 2 computers simultaneously, plus built-in MIDI merging, filtering, remapping, and routing

The mio™ Advanced MIDI interfaces are here! It’s a new line of MIDI problem-solvers from iConnectivity. Just plug in to connect and collaborate, in the studio or on stage. These are reinvented MIDI interfaces that work standalone or with up to six Macs/PCs at the same time.

They all feature built-in MIDI merging, filtering, remapping, and routing functions so you don’t need extra hardware units. mio10 has 10x10 5-pin MIDI, the mio4 has 4x4, and both support everything: USB MIDI, Ethernet MIDI, and more.

The affordable mio2 (2x2 5-pin MIDI) supports two Macs/PCs at the same time.

iConnectivity now has a comprehensive line of innovative MIDI and audio interfaces to handle modern setups of all sizes.

The mio™ line handles everything from essential up to extreme MIDI setups, in the studio and on stage. They're all USB MIDI Class-Compliant, so they plug-'n-play - no drivers become outdated, and other musicians only have to plug in to collaborate.

Famed musician/sound designer/MIDI wizard Richard Devine has been working with a pre-production unit: "iConnectivity's new mio10 is the dream MIDI system I've been waiting for! Its routing system is very flexible, and it's a breeze to use. Absolute class all the way. The Rolls Royce of MIDI interfaces!"

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KIWI-106 Upgrade for the Roland Juno-106 Now Available

via Kiwitechnics

"It's been a long two years to keep things quiet, but it's time for Kiwitechnics and Psicraft Designs to let everyone in on the big big secret: Kiwi-106 is now shipping! Guided by such gear luminaries as Dave Lovelace (the creator/author of Keyboard magazine's Packrat comic) and the YouTube channel Juno-106 expert Syntegrator, Kiwitechnics and Psicraft have brought this beloved synth classic out of the 80s and put it where it belongs: The heart of your 21st century studio. An expanded synthesis architecture with dual envelopes and multi-waveform LFOs is only the tip of the creative possibilities that any Juno-106 can now possess. Comprehensive routing of controls, high resolution parameters, and eight groups of 64 patches expand the Juno-106's synthesis capability many times over, but this we're not done yet. Add in a six voice polyphonic 124 step sequencer and a pattern generator to the mix and Juno-106 becomes a new class of instrument. Now design and implement a totally modern MIDI implementation suited for modern stage and studios and provide a free Vyzex professional instrument Mac/Windows editor/librarian along with the price of admission and what do you have? Modern Brains and Vintage Brawn, baby. The Kiwi-106!"

"The Kiwi106 Upgrade features:-
•512 Patches can be stored and edited. 128 Factory Patches are preloaded
•Patches are stored in Flash memory so no battery is required.
•Bend Controls (DCO, VCF Bend, LFO Mod Level & Portamento) are stored with the Patch
•MidiCC & Sysex support for all parameters and Midi Sysex support for Patch Dump & Load
•NRPN & Sysex variable parameter control supports 12 bit for 4096 parameter steps
•Patch Editor Control of Parameters (PE firmware v5.2 or higher). Free PC/MAC editor is available from Kiwi-106.com
•Key Assign Modes are Poly I&II, Unison Legato & Staccato, Mono Legato & Staccato
•Pedal & Front Panel Button Note Hold modes
•Portamento in Unison, Arp & Chord modes
•DCO Key Assign Detune available in all key modes except mono
•Internal Clock that can be used to clock the Arp, Sequence and/or Pattern and can optionally generate a midi clock
•Two independent envelope generators. Each ENV Mod can select from ENV 1 or 2 and be Inverted or Normal
•Two independent Low Frequency Oscillators with 6 waveforms each. LFO2 random2 wave can be clocked from the Internal clock. Each LFO Mod can select from LFO 1 or 2. LFOs can be plus and minus base note or plus base note only. Each LFO Mod can be inverted.
•Aftertouch, Modulation Level and Dynamics via midi. Dynamics can optionally control the VCA and/or VCF. The Dynamics have been modeled on the Juno-2 with both the VCF & VCA mod turned on by default for a more natural and expressive play. This brings new life to every patch in the Kiwi-106.
•Arp/Seq/Pattern Clocks can optionally display on the KeyT LED and LFO 1 and LFO 2 clocks can optionally display on the Group lights
•Key transpose allows transposition to any key with a range of plus 2 or minus 1 octaves. Sequencer key can be shifted while playing
•Compatible midiCC control set for all Kiwitechnics products
•Comes with metal LabelCHORD MODE
•Any chord with up to 6 notes can be set and played from any keyARPEGGIATOR
•The Arpeggiator can be independently clocked from the Internal or External Clocks, LFO2, Pattern Output or midi clock divided by 3,4,6,9,12,18,24,36,48,72,96,128,144,168 or 192.
•Arp modes are Up, Down, Up and Down, Random, 0 to 3 octaves
•Arp can be Started, Stopped & Continued using Midi Commands
•Arp state is saved with a Patch. This allows the Arp to play automatically when a Patch is loaded
•Appeggiator will Output Midi DataSEQUENCER
•8 separate 124 Max step Polyphonic sequences can be created and stored
•Sequences can be edited
•Sequencer can be Started, Stopped & Continued using Midi Commands
•The Sequencer can be independently clocked from the Internal or External clocks, LFO2, Pattern output or midi clock divided by 3,4,6,9,12,18,24,36,48,72,96,128,144,168 or 192.
•Sequence state is saved with a Patch. This allows the Sequencer to load and play automatically when a Patch is loaded
•Sequencer will Output Midi Data and can have an independent midi channelPATTERN GENERATOR
•8 Pattern Generator patterns can be saved and edited. The pattern can be any length between 2 and 16 steps
•The Pattern Generator can be independently clocked from the Internal or External clocks, LFO2 or midi clock divided by 3,4,6,9,12,18,24,36,48,72,96,128,144,168 or 192.
•Pattern Generator can be Started, Stopped & Continued using Midi Commands
•Pattern Effect can be faded from no effect to full effect.
•Pattern state is saved with a Patch. This allows the Pattern Generator to load and play automatically when a Patch is loadedEDITOR
•A comprehensive editor (PC & Mac) is supplied with the upgrade and can be downloaded here. This has been developed by Psicraft under the Vyzex brand

Synthesizers.com Introduces New Moog Expansion Systems

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"These pre-configured systems expand Moog modular systems - vintage or modern, with Synthesizers.com modules. Add MIDI interfacing, quantizing, sequencing and more.

It's easy to create your own customized configuration by simply selecting a cabinet and modules as you see fit. See our Moog Portable cabinet and our Studio Cabinets."

The line-up:

"ME22s - Dual Sequencer Complement

This studio cabinet stacks on top of a Moog 35 or 55 studio system to add a pair of Q960 Moog-Style sequencers along with sequential switches, gate combiners and quantizers with MIDI output. Beautiful solid walnut construction.

The ME22s package includes dual Q960 Moog-Style sequencers in a solid walnut studio cabinet. All of the features of the original Moog 960 sequencers, plus more. Also included are gate/trigger combiners, sequential switches and our 4-channel quantizer modules with MIDI interfacing. Makes a great addition to your vintage or modern Moog system, or any analog system.

Power system included along with patch cables and Switch-trigger conversion cables for use with Moog envelope generators."

"ME22e - Expansion Cabinet

This studio cabinet stacks on top of a Moog 35 or 55 studio system to add a wide array of useful functions. MIDI interface, arpeggiator, portamento, instrument interface, LFO++, 8-channel mixer, ring modulator, sample-and-hold, state-variable filter, envelope generators and VCAs. Solid walnut.

The ME22e package includes a wide array of modules to expand your existing Moog system - vintage or modern. Features our solid walnut studio cabinet along with MIDI interface modules, instrument interface, arpeggiator, 3 oscillators including our LFO++, 8-channel mixer, ring modulator, sample-and-hold, state-variable filter, dual envelope generators and dual VCAs. This is enough to create one or two synth voices, or to stack and expand existing voices in the main Moog cabinet.

Power system included along with patch cables and Switch-trigger conversion cables for use with Moog envelope generators."

"ME8s - Portable Sequencer

Add an 8-stage Moog-Style sequencer to your Moog portable system.

The ME8s package includes a Q960 Moog-Style sequencer in a Moog-style portable cabinet. All of the features of the original Moog 960 sequencer, plus more. Makes a great addition to your vintage or modern Moog portable system.
Includes a matching lid, patch cables, and a Switch-trigger conversion cable for use with Moog envelope generators.
This package includes a power supply. Power can also be shared from an existing Synthesizers.com cabinet using a QIC cable, or from a QPS5 desktop power supply."

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GEM wk2 module EXPANDER realtime midi arranger w/ Video Karaoke Out?

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Never seen one of these before. Note the video out mentioned below and the optional sampling.

"The Professional Musician's Best Friend! GEM WK2 Midi ArrangerThis is a very high-quality item, used by professional musicians the world over.In excellent condition, the GEM WK2 performs as if it was brand new and has had home use only (connected to a Hammond organ). Its ideal for Organs, Keybpards, Midi Accordions or just as stand alone accompaniment unit. It came in Part Exchange for a Ketron Audya. These versatile machines cost around £1000 when new, so if you are not familiar with them, please read more about its capabilities below and GRAB A BARGAIN!

The WK2 MIDI Arranger is the arranger module from GEM designed for musicians who want a modern, technologically advanced, easy-to-use instrument capable of satisfying any musical need. A glance at the control panel is enough to tell you that the WK2 MIDI Arranger is an instrument alone in it's class: the clear and simple panel layout consisting of direct access buttons and controls, the large backlit coloured display which keeps you in control, the modern, captivating look are just a few of the ingredients that make the WK2 MIDI Arranger a singularly unique instrument.GenerationThe WK2 MIDI Arranger offers 444 high quality sounds to suit just about any style of music.16-part multitimbral, with 32 note polyphony, programmable split and the ability to layer 2 sounds together, the WK2 MIDI Arranger lets you to create rich, modern sound textures quickly and easily.Effects processorsThe WK2 MIDI Arranger contains 2 independent digital effects processors with 22 reverbs and 22 effects, with controls for the main level and separate send levels for each track.StylesThe arranger section of the WK2 MIDI Arranger contains 96 styles with 4 variations each, made up of 5 tracks (Drums, Bass, Acc.1/2/3); the important 'Single Touch Play' function lets you assign 10 different performances to each style, allowing you to instantly reconfigure the setting of the styles by pushing a single button.

You can also memorize any configuration of sounds, styles, effects, controls, MIDI channels, track status, etc. in 63 dedicated Performances which can be instantly recalled whenever you need them in the future Normally complex editing procedures are made easy thanks to a series of function keys which give you direct access to every function. In addition, the WK2 MIDI Arranger lets you immediately select your favourite sounds and styles with the 'Direct Sound Memory' and 'Direct Style Memory' controls. These 32 buttons allow you to memorize your most frequently used sounds and styles and then recall them with a single command.SequencerThe WK2 MIDI Arranger is equipped with a practical sequencer that lets you, quickly and easily, record up to 7 Song Styles using any of the on-board styles. Your compositions can then be saved to disk. The WK2 MIDI Arranger is compatible with the vast existing GEM disk libraries in WK3, PK7, GMX and CD formats, with the industry standard Standard Midi File formats 0, 1 and 1+ lyrics, and also with GEM's new 'RASS' (Real Audio Syncro Style) format. RASS allows you to use specially processed real audio samples which are synchronized with the MIDI styles, creating highly effective rhythm tracks. As you change tempo, the sample actually follows your changes exactly as though it was another MIDI track. The 'Direct from Disk function speeds up the playback of songs stored on floppy disks, while the 'Play all Songs' button allows you to listen a song disk's entire contents with a single command.Disk DriveThe built-in disk drive lets you manage an enormous variety of files ready to use. All your configurations can also be saved on floppy disk, using the built-in 3.5" disk drive.

Built-In Video Out / Vocal Processor Interface with Digital Sampling (optional). Video Out Using the built-in Video Out, you can connect most types of TV or video display to the WK2 MIDI Arranger to view the karaoke style lyrics sychronised to your songs. The optional Vocal Processor interface, easily installed in it's own b..."

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Sequential Circuits Pro-One Modded

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"Regarding its insides, this Pro One is quite special in some ways:
- It has a Doepfer MCV-4 MIDI-CV interface built-in
- It has a modified Fatar CMK-37 Midikeyboard installed
As you can see on the pictures, the Pro One is in immaculate condition from the outside. While adding MIDI interface and MIDI Keyboard special care was taken to not modify the outside appeareance of the instrument. No extra holes have been drilled, all connectors utilize the existing jacks or holes. If necessary, all modifications can be reversed. From the outside this instrument looks like a perfect-shape stock Pro-One!

The modifications have been implemented with great care and make the Pro One quite powerful in a modern MIDI environment. With this Pro one you can:
- Play the synth via external MIDI-input
- Play the synth via velocity sensitive internal MIDI-Keyboard
- Use MIDI velocity to control Filter cutoff. There is a pot on the back to adjust modulation amount of Filter cutoff, so you still have the pot for Keyboard follow available independently - this is not possible on stock Pro-Ones
- Use MIDI aftertouch to control Frequency of second Oscillator. This is especially useful for sync sounds which the Pro One is famous for
- Use the internal MIDIkeyboard to record your performance on an external sequencer or use the Pro One as a small Masterkeyboard. I found it is a big difference if you play directly on a synth and record what you play or have to utilize a remote Masterkeyboard to play a synth via an external MIDI-CV converter.
- Forget also the trouble with J-wire keyboards, corroding contacts, uneven Keys and crappy feeling on usual Pro Ones. This keyboard lets you play the Pro one just like any other modern synth!

As a result of the modification the integrated Arpeggiator, Sequencer and CV in/out are not available anymore, I needed the ARP/SEQ switch to implement the Local on/off function and CV Jacks for the MIDI in/out. But since you have MIDI control anyways I believe there is no point of having these functions and connectors anymore.

The MIDI in and out jacks are utilized via using the existing CV jacks. A special cable is provided to convert from this jacks to standard MIDI connectors (see picture). All this has been done in order to leave the outside appearance of the instrument untouched.

Apart from that the unit has been calibrated to factory specs recently and works 100%."

Introducing Timepod by Modern Midi

video upload by Modern MIDI

"Timepod is an innovative MIDI controller with 16 high-resolution endless knobs, built around an advanced integrated snapshot system."

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:52 - Recall Modes
01:48 - Mixing Demo
03:00 - Sequencing Demo
03:56 - Outro

Timepod - Full Reveal

video upload by Modern MIDI

"After a year of design, testing, and feedback from our amazing Kickstarter backers — Timepod is finally real.

In this video, we’re giving you the first full look at the finished product — the design, the features, and the journey that brought us here.

Limited Time $100 Off Preorder Sale 👇
https://www.modernmidi.io/products/timepod

0:00 Intro
0:25 Next-Gen Knobs
0:55 Modern LED rings
1:06 Innovative Snapshot System
1:51 Auto Morph
2:10 Manual Morph
2:43 Random Morph
3:21 Desktop App
3:30 Outro"



Next-Gen Resolution
16 ultra-high resolution (1024 steps per revolution—8x the resolution of standard encoders) endless knobs with touch-sensitivity for unmatched precision and control.*

Perfected Feel
Custom-tuned knobs for optimal torque, uniform resistance, and silky-smooth response for a truly premium feel.

Sleek Visual Feedback
Seamless LED rings powered by high-quality LEDs for rich colors, crisp feedback, and outdoor-visible brightness.

Deep Control
8 banks of 16 mappable knobs give you complete tactile control over your projects.

Innovative Snapshot System
Save, recall, and morph between sound sets creatively and effortlessly, with up to 8 snapshots per bank and 3 different morph modes.

Frictionless Workflow
Play Timepod like an instrument with its streamlined interface, intuitive controls, and creative features.

Customize Everything
Use the companion desktop app to configure colors, mappings, brightness, and more.

Connect Anywhere
USB-C and TRS-A In & Out ports unlock new creative possibilities in any setup.

Engineered with Passion
Timepod is the product of years of community-driven development, refined through countless iterations and meticulous attention to detail.

Each Timepod is hand-assembled in the United States.

*14-bit MIDI CC communication is natively supported by Timepod and most DAWs, allowing you to take advantage of the higher resolution with minimal setup.

Latest Guitar Synth Videos by WayneJoness Featuring the Roland GM-70 Turbo

Roland GM-70 Turbo Vintage Guitar Synth Volume Control Options + Hex Fuzz GR-300 Demo

Published on Jun 12, 2013 WayneJoness·265 videos

"http://www.joness.com/gr300/GM-70.htm... The specialized Roland BC-13/GM-70 Turbo circuit board also reconfigures the way volume commands are processed. With the original Roland GM-70, you can have 100% synth output and 0% guitar. Or 0% synth, and 100% guitar. Or any mix between, such as 75% synth, and 25% guitar. But not 100% synth, and 100% guitar. With the GM-70 Turbo Plus, you can have 100% synth, and 100% guitar. The master volume now directly controls the synth volume regardless of the mix/blend control, and the mix/blend controls guitar volume control, dependent on the master volume level."

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Kenton cultivates connections with bi-directional MIDI to DIN Sync convertor

"LONDON, UK: MIDI utilities specialist Kenton is proud to announce availability of the D-SYNC bi-directional MIDI to DIN Sync convertor — an appropriately-named new addition to its growing family of compact and sturdy MIDI utility boxes that cleverly converts MIDI Clock to DIN Sync (sync24) and DIN Sync to MIDI Clock signals — as of August 27…

Appreciating the intrinsic value of this unassuming, yet useful little utility box — as attractively priced as it is — involves an appreciation of electronic musical instrument synchronisation; so, for the benefit of the uninitiated, here goes…

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Kenton Pro-2000 MKII Multi Channel MIDI - CV Converter

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"In order to control pre-MIDI synthesizers from a modern MIDI instrument or sequencer, you need to change the digital MIDI messages into the kind of signals the pre-MIDI synth can understand.

For the price, this really is the best value converter on the market, anywhere. The versatility of this unit is awesome. Just look at the specifications below.

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NAMM: iConnectivity Unveils iConnectMIDI

Winter NAMM 2011: iConnectivity Unveils iConnectMIDI, a sophisticated MIDI Interface that integrates computers and MIDI devices like keyboards, drum pads, and synthesizers with the iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch products.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada - January 13, 2011- iConnectivity, a leading innovator of modern MIDI interfaces, introduces the first professional grade, high-speed MIDI interface designed specifically to have plug and play capability between any MIDI controller type device while connected to iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch iOS devices using CoreMIDI.

iConnectMidi users will be able to take advantage of a myriad of music apps that enable a user to play, record, and jam. Simply plug in iConnectMIDI into the iOS device like an iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch. You can use this versatile connectivity device with your personal computer in the loop and run your favorite MIDI program there.

'We believe the success of the control surface in the iPad and iPod will create a new generation of music makers. We wanted to be the first to open the door to the other wise closed system to get your music out of the iPad. Both beginners and professionals will be at ease with the complete plug and play strategy and the negligible latency.” says iConnectivity CEO Michael Loh. Further, Mr. Loh states, “In opening up the platforms of MIDI and iPads and computers though one device, we want to engage developers to think even more broadly about what their applications can do in the future, the exponentially growing number of music apps is exciting. That being said we had some requests to add lighting control so opened the door for DMX lighting control with the use of small accessory dongle. All of this and more is possible because we are in full support of the new CoreMIDI framework introduced in iOS 4.2.'

Connectivity
2 x mini-USB Device Ports Supports iPad, iPhone or iPod touch Supports computers with Mac OS X or Windows XP or greater
2 x 2 MIDI DIN Ports
Standard MIDI DIN at 31250 bits per second 2 In ports 2 Out ports
1 x USB Host Port
Standard Full Speed USB Type A Host port Hub capable - supports up to 8 devices
Supports USB MIDI Class compliant devices

Power Connector
5 V DC, 1A

Performance / Features
Compliant to iOS 4.2 CoreMIDI framework - compatible with any CoreMIDI application Handles tens of thousands MIDI events each second Capable of extremely low latency MIDI data routing and management Fully configurable MIDI routing engine
Standalone operation, capable of bridging between MIDI devices including DIN and USB Configurable MIDI data filtering on either In or Out ports Non-volatile configuration storage

Supported iOS Devices
iPad WiFi, iPad 3G iPhone 3Gs, iPhone 4 iPod touch 3G, iPod touch 4G

Dimensions
Width: 11.0 cm (4.3 inches) Depth: 7.0 cm (2.75 inches) Height: 3.5 cm (1.4 inches) Weight: 320 grams (0.7 lbs)
Durable Construction
Rugged steel body Black powder coat finish

ABOUT
iConnectivity is a Calgary, Alberta, Canada based design and manufacturer of consumer electronics. iConnectivity introduces iConnectMIDI, the high performance way to connect your iOS device (iPad, iPhone and iPod touch) to digital musical instruments. Professional and amateur musicians with iConnectMIDI and an iOS device can load up an app and start jamming. Enhance your creativity with this state of the art music interface for computers, MIDI Keyboards, guitar controllers, drums, control surfaces and iOS. Now, they can all play together.
For more information about our services or products, visit www.iConnectivity.com or email info@iConnectivity.com"

iPad prices on eBay

Update:

Take Full Control Of Your Synthesizers with TA Programming Studio MIDI And CV Interface

Published on Jul 7, 2019 TA Programming

MPE's missing link: The Studio MIDI & CV Interface (at Octagon Studios)

"TA Programming announces availability of Studio MIDI And CV Interface full synthesizer control system debut

LONDON, UK: following a successful showcase in October at Sheffield’s Synthfest UK 2019, billed as being the UK’s biggest synthesizer event, advanced creative technology designer TA Programming is proud to announce availability of its inaugural Studio MIDI And CV Interface full synthesizer control system — capable of controlling multiple synthesizers simultaneously via voltage control outputs and MIDI/USB with extra-low latency while keeping analogue instruments, vintage or otherwise, perfectly in tune with each other — as of December 20…

According to TA Programming CEO/CTO Tim Aviss, 'We designed this interface to be not just a solution to problems that we’d encountered when controlling synthesizers in the past, but to unlock a whole new world of creativity with synthesizers from one interface.'

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Roland Announces JX-08 and JD-08 Sound Modules

video upload by RolandChannel

"The compact-yet-powerful JD-08 Boutique updates the iconic JD-800 synthesizer for your modern workflow. Known for its extensive hands-on controls and an unapologetically electronic sound palette, the JD-800 helped define the sounds of the ‘90s and beyond. The JD-08 faithfully recreates the vintage instrument using the 108 original waveforms and advanced modeling techniques to deliver the signature JD sound design workflow. Plus, modern upgrades, including expanded polyphony and a two-part polyphonic sequencer, give you deeper music creation and editing freedom.

The compact JD-08 fits just about anywhere, and with updated USB-C audio/MIDI and full-sized MIDI jacks, you can play and synchronize with almost any piece of gear. There’s also an external clock input to sync to vintage analog instruments or modern Eurorack systems.

Add the legendary JD-800 experience to your modern studio with the JD-08 Boutique model.

More Details:
• Four-part tone structure, multi-phase time variant envelopes, and palette sliders
• Includes the original 64 presets plus 21 new presets
• Detailed recreation of the JD-800’s unique two-stage multi-effects section
• Editable distortion, phaser, spectrum, enhancer, delay, chorus, and reverb
• 64-step, two-part polyphonic sequencer with random pattern generator
• Onboard arpeggiator  
• Two-part multitimbral with expanded polyphony
• EXT CLOCK IN to drive the internal sequencer and arpeggiator

In this video:
0:00 – Intro
1:19 – Sound Demos
2:51 – Real-Time Control
3:47 – Sequencing
6:46 – Triggering"

Roland Boutique JX-08 Synthesizer: Overview and Demo

video upload by RolandChannel

"The JX-08 Boutique reacquaints you with the unique voice of the classic JX-8P synthesizer, with some major upgrades. A staple of the ‘80s, the JX-8P was famous for its warm pads, shimmery chorus, and crystalline tones. Now, you can add this iconic synth experience to your modern studio with the JX-08 Boutique model.

The JX-08 offers a range of powerful new effects, expanded presets, and a polyphonic sequencer. Explore over 100 new patches for a more contemporary sound or use the hands-on editing functions, included on the unit and ported over from the original companion PG-800 programmer, for the ultimate JX experience.

The compact JX-08 fits just about anywhere, and with updated USB-C audio/MIDI and full-sized MIDI jacks, you can play and synchronize with almost any piece of gear. There’s also an external clock input, so you can sync to vintage analog instruments or modern Eurorack systems.

More Details:
• 32 original presets, plus 111 new presets
• 17 new effect types including JUNO-106 chorus, LO-FI Comp, and Pitch Shifter
• 64-step, two-part polyphonic sequencer with random pattern generator
• Onboard arpeggiator
• Two-part multitimbral for playing multiple patches with dual and split capabilities
• Expanded polyphony compared to the original hardware
• EXT CLOCK IN to drive the internal sequencer and arpeggiator

In this video:
0:00 – Intro
1:44 – Sound Demos
2:46 – Real-Time Control
3:32 – Sequencing
5:17 – Triggering"

And the press release:

"The Roland Boutique lineup expands with new modules based on the vintage JX-8P and JD-800 synthesizers

Los Angeles, CA, November 9, 2021 — Roland announces the JX-08 and JD-08 Sound Modules, the latest additions to the award-winning Roland Boutique lineup of compact electronic instruments. The JX-08 offers a scaled-down recreation of the JX-8P, one of the last analog synthesizers produced by Roland in the 1980s and a highly sought-after piece for vintage synth fans. The JD-08 is a compact reproduction of Roland’s JD-800 synthesizer, an influential digital instrument from the early 1990s loved for its complex, gleaming sound and comprehensive hands-on control.

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Ellitone KeyControl MIDI/CV Keyboard Controller and Sequencer

video upload by ellitone instruments

00:00 Wooden Touch Keys
01:22 Selectable Musical Scales
01:51 Mode 2 'Ambient Poly Sequencer'
02:37 Transposing a Sequence
04:19 Control Voltage Outputs"



via Ellitone

"The Ellitone KeyControl is a MIDI/CV Keyboard Controller featuring 12 velocity-sensitive wooden Touch Bars and a built-in ‘ambient poly sequencer’ mode.

This device comes in two versions, with or without AAA portable battery power. The version without AAA battery power is 25% slimmer and is powered via the USB-C connection.

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MIDI Mod on the iPhone as a Performance Utility - an AN1x style patch on the Prophet Rev2

Published on Jan 9, 2020 thesrabbit

MIDI Mod Overview video further below. You can find it in the App Store here.

Spotted this one on discchord.

"I love the sound of the AN1x, but programming it is not the quickest experience. The Rev2 has similar capabilities from a sound design perspective (plus a whole lot of things that the AN1x can't do). However, the AN1x has an awesome effects section that blows away that of most modern synths. In this video, I use MIDI Mod to do some fairly simple routings, just using the Mod Matrix. No LFO's, envelopes, arps, or anything else.

MIDI Mod is running on an iPhone X, hooked up to the MeeBlip Cubit Go via USB. MIDI out of the Cubit Go is running to the MIDI In on the Rev2. And MIDI Out of the Rev 2 is going to MIDI In on the Cubit Go. This gives MIDI Mod 2-way communication with the Rev2. Now this could easily be done without DIN cables at all, just connecting MIDI Mod directly to the Rev2 over USB. But later in the video, external effects are added to level the playing field with the AN1x on that front, somewhat. One of the pedals (Ventris Dual Reverb) has a MIDI input and so there's a MIDI DIN cable running to that as well.

The idea behind the patch isn't to recreate the exact patch on the Rev2, but to create a similar patch from a structural point of view. 2 layers, one as a pad, and 1 as an arp spanning multiple octaves. With the ability to fade the arp in and out via the modwheel. "Program Volume" is not a modulation destination on the Rev2 itself, but we can easily access it with MIDI Mod (or almost any other of the bazillion parameters on the Rev2).

In addition, Note (MIDI Note) is routed to Layer A Pan Spread and Layer B Pan Spread on two different slots. Layer A has the arp, and so the range is set to 63-127 to throw the voices out wider. Layer B is the pad, so the range is restricted to 0-12 to keep things more centered, which makes that aspect of the sound a little more meaty, especially the lower notes. This can easily be adjusted to taste.

Finally, the modwheel is assigned to the pre-delay time of the Ventris later on in the video when the external effects are brought in.

The point of this is to illustrate what you might do with MIDI Mod in a pinch, to get that little extra something. Made even easier now that you can do it just by using your phone!

Starring:
- MIDI Mod for iOS (on an iPhone X)
- Sequential Prophet Rev2
- Yamaha AN1x
- MeeBlip Cubit Go MIDI Interface
- TC Electronic Flashback II Delay
- Source Audio Ventris Dual Reverb"

MIDI Mod for iPad - Full Overview with the Yamaha Reface CS

Published on Jul 6, 2019 thesrabbit

"This video uses the Yamaha Reface CS and Arturia Keystep to provide a full rundown of MIDI Mod's major features, including:

LFOs
Envelopes
Arpeggiator
Mod Matrix
Sync and App Settings

MIDI Mod's Main Features:
4 LFOs
3 Envelopes (delay and hold, loopable, 2 ADSR, one 4-stage with individual level controls)
Arpeggiator with an auto-transpose sequencer (sequencer of a sequence) and modulation capabilities
32-slot mod matrix with fine tune value ranges for each assignment and inversion (negative)
Mod sources include the LFOs, envelopes, arp note on, arp note off, and when used with an external keyboard, you get Aftertouch, Velocity, note (key tracking), Pitchbend, Modwheel, and expression as mod sources.

What sets MIDI Mod apart is ease of use when making assignments. It comes with over 50 pre-defined device mappings. So there's no need to dig through your user manual or midi implementation chart. Just select the manufacturer, model, and parameter name from the menu. Additionally, you have a ton of internal routings that can be made. For example, LFO 2 could modulate LFO 1's rate, Envelope 2 could control LFO 2's mod depth, and so on."

Roland Introduces WM-1 And WM-1D Wireless Midi Products

The PR via Roland:

"Easy-to-Use Products Provide Low-Latency Wireless MIDI Communication Between Electronic Musical Instruments, MIDI Hardware, Computers, and iOS Devices

Los Angeles, CA, September 25, 2020 — Roland announces the WM-1 Wireless MIDI Adaptor and WM-1D Wireless MIDI Dongle, two innovative new products that bring the convenience of wireless MIDI to modern music creators. Easy to set up and use, the WM-1 and WM-1D provide wireless MIDI communication between multiple devices, including keyboards, drum machines, and other MIDI hardware, Mac and Windows computers, and iOS mobile devices. In addition to MIDI note data, users can send MIDI sync for tempo, effects, LFOs, loops, and more—all without connecting a single cable.

For today’s musicians and producers, there are many situations where wireless MIDI is a real problem solver. It can provide a clean, mobile setup with just a MIDI keyboard and a laptop, iPhone, or iPad, or eliminate a long cable run from a favorite MIDI controller to a DAW. And in live performance situations, wireless MIDI provides smoother workflow and reduced setup time. Once users have had the unencumbered experience of Roland wireless MIDI, they'll never want to go back.

The WM-1 connects to MIDI hardware devices with standard 5-pin MIDI I/O, while the WM-1D connects to computers and iOS devices via USB. Standard mode provides low-latency MIDI communication between up to four total devices. Fast mode reduces latency to 3 ms—better than the internal speed of many hardware devices—providing ultra-fast communication between two WM units for timing-critical applications.

WM units can communicate with each other, and with MIDI music apps on an iOS device and Mac computer in Standard mode via Bluetooth MIDI. The WM-1D is ideal for Windows computers, which don’t have Bluetooth MIDI support built in. Users of Mac computers and iOS devices can also use the WM-1D to gain the benefits of Fast mode. (USB connection with iOS devices requires the appropriate Apple adaptor.)

Availability & Pricing
The WM-1 will be available for $69.99 and the WM-1D will be available for $79.99 in October 2020."

Frostwave Quad MIDI to CV Converter

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via this auction

I don't believe I've posted one of these before. Interesting bit of gear from Frostwave's history.

"Control up to 4 of your favourite CV-equipped, analogue synthesizers at one time with a MIDI-source computer or digital instrument with this incredibly versatile MIDI to CV / Gate conversion unit.

Info:

The Frostwave Quad MIDI-CV Plus is a rack mount four channel MIDI to analogue CV convertor, designed and manufactured in Australia. The unit operates in three different modes:

1. As a basic four channel convertor, it interprets MIDI note number, velocity, and note on/off on any four adjacent MIDI channels and produces corresponding control voltages and gate voltages to drive up to four analogue mono synths.

Or to control your FROSTWAVE RESONATOR and/or FROSTWAVE BLUERINGER V2

Switches enable each channel to be either V/Oct (Roland, Moog, Arp etc) or Hz/V (Korg MS series). Gate polarity can be either positive or S-trigger (Moog) type. Pitch bend information is interpreted on each channel via a 16-bit DAC and added to the control voltage to give smooth glides. There is a DIN sync output for early drum machines, locked to the MIDI tempo.

2. The second mode is for modular systems, with various MIDI controllers being interpreted from one channel. Eight continuous and four gated outputs are available.

3. In the third mode, the unit is used as a MIDI controller. Plugging a standard analog games joystick into the unit allows samplers etc. to be triggered by the fire buttons. Moving the joystick changes the notes and volume.

Other Uses:

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Introducing NiftyKEYZ - from Cre8audio

video uploads by Cre8audio

And a video from Patchwerks:


NiftyKEYZ Makes Eurorack Polyphony Easier video upload by Patchwerks

"In this video Tom and Matthew form Patchwerks share an overview and demo of the new NiftyKeyz by Cre8audio. Demo includes a demonstration on building a 4-voice polyphonic synthesizer in eurorack format.

Learn more about the NiftKEYZ here: https://www.patchwerks.com

From Cre8audio:
'More than just a full-sized 49 key keyboard (with aftertouch), NiftyKEYZ has a whole load of space for a pile of whatever eurorack format modules you want to toss into it. All told, NiftyKEYZ has 112hp of available module space and its newly designed power supply provides 1500mA +12v, 1000mA -12v, and 1000mA +5v power. Stuff NiftyKEYZ with modules and you’ll have a franken-synth that’s only limit is the bounds of your imagination (or lack thereof).

So having 4 voices that you can assign willy nilly in your own Frankensynth is super cool, but we thought you wouldn’t want us to stop there! NiftyKEYZ also has a multi-mode arpeggiator that syncs to an external clock as well as NiftyKEYZ’s internal clock.

Speaking of clock, NiftyKEYZ can easily divide incoming clock to your heart’s content, as well as generate its own kicking pulse. Perfect as the center of your system or just being a part of it.

Pretty Mod right? Speaking of Mod, NiftyKEYZ’s modwheel can send constant voltage, allowing you to modulate like a mad person. Additionally, you can toggle the modwheel into LFO mode where now the modwheel will control the depth of clock-synced LFO with 5 fantastic user-selectable shapes.

We’ve only begun to scratch the surface. We haven’t even started to go on about the autochord, sequencing, expression I/O, velocity, and oh yea, there’s aftertouch too!!!!!'

https://patchwerks.com/
Demo by : Tom Butcher and Matthew Piecora
Video by: Matthew Piecora ( EZBOT) and Stephen Ly (Project 32)
https://www.ezbot.live"

The press release w/ specs:



Introducing NiftyKEYZ - Eurorack case and keyboard!

Tuesday, April 19th, 2022, Cre8audio introduced NiftyKEYZ a eurorack friendly, utility packed case with an integrated full-sized 49key synth-action MIDI controller keyboard.

NiftyKEYZ melds a utility packed eurorack format modular synthesizer case into a modern MIDI controller keyboard, enabling users to configure their own “dream synth” out of eurorack format components/modules.

Configure your keyz…

Designed to bring the fun and flexibility of the eurorack modular synthesizer format to keyboard instruments, NiftyKEYZ provides an ample canvass for users that want to get creative with synthesizer their own configurations & modular synthesis manifested in keyboard form.

Much more than a eurorack case with a MIDI controller attached to it, NiftyKEYZ sets out to redefine the idea of what a synthesizer keyboard can be.

NiftyKEYZ first and foremost offers keyboard & MIDI control over 4 CV + Gate outs. NiftyKEYZ’s MIDI implementation enables the use of each of its 4 CV + Gate outs as either a part of a fully patchable polyphonic instrument or on their own monophonically. Additionally, each voice can be split across multiple MIDI zones on the keyboard. For example, it is possible to create a 4 voice polyphonic instrument or a 3 voice instrument in part of the keyboard range, while splitting another voice into a monophonic instrument elsewhere. The possibilities just begin there.

NiftyKEYZ also has a plethora of powerful performance functions that add expressivity and flexibility. These include a multi-mode arpeggiator, multi-mode clock synced LFO, aftertouch, velocity, sustain/latch mode, internal clock, expression out, and much more. All of these performance features are tied to CV outs, providing an unprecedented amount of modulation and control possibilities. Adding dimensions of depth to instruments is easy.

NiftyKEYZ’s CV & audio capabilities don't end with its performance capabilities. Users will appreciate the integrated 2x buffered mults as well as the 2x outputs and headphone out with dedicated controls.

Beyond NiftyKEYZ’s modular synthesis capabilities, it is also a very capable USB and 5 pin Din MIDI controller and device. It can not only take midi in from computers and external MIDI devices but also send MIDI back out to control them. Use NiftyKEYZ to control software-based instruments, other MIDI instruments, and/or let it be sequenced from DAWs, MIDI controllers, and sequencers. It's all possible!

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