The Human Comparator SY-1 Rev 2 - Pearl Syncussion Analog Drum Synth

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"This listing is for a fully working and calibrated 2019 build of the SY-1 Pearl Syncussion analog drum synthesizer clone using the Rev 2 (2018) PCB and enclosure by The Human Comparator, aka zthee...

The Pearl Syncussion is a legendary two-channel electronic drum module released during the Disco era which contains an amazing array of awesome percussion sounds within its easy-to-grasp interface. Its 6 oscillator modes, selectable by rotary knob, allow a user to emulate bells, toms, snares, claps, and more (triggerable manually or via analog trigger input) or totally space out using the onboard LFO and S&H modulation. Though original units are hard to find, they are still heavily in use to this day due to their obvious usefulness for techno, electro, etc.

In 2016, The Human Comparator released an instantly popular, near-identical clone of the original Pearl unit, thus making these legendary sounds available to the masses once again!"

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Psycox SY-1M Syncussion - Pearl Syncussion Clone - Analog Drum Synth

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Published on Apr 21, 2019 kenseicrew

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"Psycox Syncussion SY1M - A clone of the much loved Pearl Syncussion Drum Synth

Recently completed build of the this amazing drum/percussion synthesizer. I bought 2 kits and will be keeping one as the sound is amazing.

This model includes MIDI as well as CV/Gate to interface with external gear.

I have built many synth kits and eurorack modules over the last 4 years and have used the best components for this kit, so buy with confidence. I also offer a 1 year warranty on my DIY builds so if there are any issues you can send it back to me for a fix.

Here is more info from the kits manufacturer:

'The Syncussion SY-1M kit is a faithful reproduction of an extremely versatile drum synthesizer from the late 1970's. With 6 Oscillator Modes per channel it is capable of a wide range of sounds, from the classic 70's disco "peeoww" to tight bells, thunderous Kick drums and Gnarly Bass sounds. Whilst retaining the original CV and Trigger inputs, the addition of per channel MIDI controlled Triggering, Pitch and Decay greatly expands the possibilities. The kit contains 2 Printed Circuit Boards, a Powder Coated and Screen Printed Steel Case, 16 Slide potentiometers, 16 Slider Caps, 8x BCM857 Dual Matched Transistors, 47uH RF Choke (necessary for the power supply filter) and a pre-programmed ATMEGA328.'"

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The Pearl Syncussion From 1979!

video upload by Alex Ball

"A look at the first drum synthesizer made by Pearl, the Syncussion SY-1 from 1979.

Get the sample pack, music and stems from this video and help me make more stuff like this via my new Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AlexBallMusic

Thank you for the support!

0:00 Intro Jam
0:53 The Pearl Syncussion
1:26 Demo 1: Pearl Jam
2:21 Talk: How Does It Work?
4:50 Talk: Who Used It?
5:07 Demo 2: Is This Dub?
6:15 Talk: A Second Life
6:57 Demo 3: Is This Techno?
8:00 Talk: Legacy
8:47 Sample Pack
9:42 Outro Jam"

Syncussion SY1-M Demo & SY-1 Tuning Video

Published on May 22, 2018 KlangGenerator

Pearl Syncussion SY-1 DIY Clone Tuning Without Frequency Counter

Published on Sep 14, 2016 KlangGenerator

"Tuning workaround for your Syncussion clone if you haven't got a frequency counter..."

Note: The SY-1 clone is by The Human Comparator and the SY1-M is by PsyCo X. Two separate clones of the Pearl Syncussion SY-1.

PEARL SYNCUSSION SY-1 + PADS SN 517236

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"Modified with:

• Separate outputs for channels one and two on a TRS (stereo) jack

• CV Mod – allows you to “play” the Syncussion via a CV in.

Original 1970s Pearl Syncussion SY-1 for sale. These are stunning and powerful drum synths: trigger via a drum pad, drum machine or output from your DAW. We love these and have two in the studio which we trigger from our 808. The low end on a Syncussion leaves the 808 seeming a tad weedy…"

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Pearl Syncussion SY-1, Original Analog Drum Synthesizer (w/ CV/Audio Mod, Case +more)

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"This listing is for one original Pearl Syncussion SY-1 analog synth module. It is working great and is in very good physical condition. Includes:

Original blue carrying case (in decent shape, some minor tears here and there)
Power supply

Manual

2x Pearl drum pads for the Syncussion

Original box for drum pads

New dust protectors for each slide pot. Synth has been recapped and is working great.

Has the tune and output mods which add individual cv in and audio out for both channels on TRS jacks. Originally the tune in controlled both channels and the output had both channels mixed."

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Pearl Syncussion SY-1 Drum Synthesizer

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"Pearl Syncussion SY-1 Drum/percussion Synthesizer Module.
2 x Pearl trigger pads.
1 x Power supply.
Syncussion brochure/manual.
Carry case."

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PEARL SYNCUSSION KIT with Original Box

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"It comes with the following items :

- Pearl Syncussion drum synth
- Carry case
- 2 Pearl trigger drum heads in box
- drum stand
-repro Syncussion brochure (useful info in there)"

Video posted earlier today here. Hi res pics here while up.

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Pearl Syncussion SY-1

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"Up for sale is a (1) rare Pearl Syncussion SY-1 percussion synthesizer including two original Pearl drum heads, the stand for the drumheads, instruction manual, brochure, cable to connect the main unit with the drumheads and the 12V power supply adaptor with European plug installed. The Syncussion is working fine and sounds incredible good! The drum heads are also working fine. Cosmetically they are in used condition."

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Blue Lantern Syncussion Plus - Percussion Synthesizer || Full Walkthrough, Manual, & Demo

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"In this video we will boogey with Blue Lantern Module's Syncussion Plus eurorack drum module, inspired by the Pearl Syncussion Drum Synthesizer from the 1970's. While the original Syncussion has a handful of oscillator presets to switch through, the Syncussion Plus breaks open the presets with it's mixer section for more ability to customize. The Plus also has the addition of the Shimmer section which can add great metallic clanginess and shimmery effects to your sound via xor cmos modulation.

This module is great for creating all sorts of drum sounds using the various trigger and vca inputs, and creating other-worldly unique percussion sounds. The module can also be used as a sort of complex oscillator by utilizing the LFO, shimmer, noise, and 2 VCOs with the VCA cv input and 1v/oct input, or routing the output of Syncussion Plus to an external VCA.

(Tip: If the module seems to go crazy and continues to self trigger itself or triggers through the VCA CV and you don't want it to, plugging an unplugged cable into the Piezo input seems to eliminate those rogue internal triggers)

First I give a general overview of the module, followed by a full walkthrough of every single knob, switch, input, output, and button, and the video ends with some sound demos."

Original Pearl Syncussion SY-1 Mini Jam

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Published on Aug 11, 2017

"Mini Jam with the Pearl Syncussion percussion synthesizer.
Triggers and Cv from 2 Turing Machine.
This Syncussion have a mod who a independent cv control for each channel.
Feat Kick HiHat and Clap from www.Sound-Provider.eu Analog Drum Now Collection. I also add little delay and reverb."

Aly James Lab SY-4X

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Meet SY-4X
SY-4X is not only a perfect re-creation of the SY-1's inner circuit, but it also offers significantly more options. These include four units in one, trigger-controlled 'mode scanning,' CMOS circuit 'defect' control to enhance harmonics beyond the original, real-time VCF integrator cap offset for dynamic pole movement, fine-tuning envelope response to match your playing style, and additional features like Drum Kit and Keyboard Modes.

4 Times the fun
SY-4X provides four Syncussion SY-1 modules in one neat package, with some modules featuring additional modifications like noise direct injection or a Custom Mode A. The four modules allow for creating an 8-voice drum kit, four mono synths (coupled voices = 4 oscillators per module), or a four-voice poly synth (4 x 4 oscillators). You can also mix modes, such as three modules in Drum Kit mode and one in mono synth mode (keyboard controlled). In any play mode, you have full control over every voice parameter—sky's the limit!"

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Pearl Syncussion demo

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YouTube Published on Jul 3, 2012 by wutierson

"You can see that not only "PEEWW" sounds can be done with this percussion synth.
This unit is modified, the OSC 1 can track the V/oct CV, you can play it in tune with any keyboard or system that can send CV.
Very rare unit with lot of sounds very analog and electronic feeling.
This unit is for auction at:" this auction


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"Very rare percussion synthesizer with lot of analog and very electric sound.

This unit was deeply restored and it is in perfect operating conditions. All of the sliders were opened and dry-cleaned from its inside. They are like new ones.
In the repairing tasks some critical electronic components were changed as a preventive action.


The "Tune" input is originally intended to use with a pedal as external tune control, so it uses a stereo jack (tip-ring-sleeve format) with the "ring" contact as hot pin. However, and since this unit is provided without that pedal, that jack was modified to be used as an external voltage control, with the "tip" contact as voltage input, so you can use a standard mono plug to feed it.

The Syncussion VCO's are not exactly intended to be used from a standard 1volt/octave control voltage. Nevertheless, and since the Tune input modification allows to connect an external CV control, at least the Channel 1 section has been calibrated to play it tonally from a 1V/octave mono keyboard control output.

The character of the Pearl Syncussion resides on its very unusual design on the VCO's and VCF's. It uses a non-standard structure, at least the typical structure found on a regular 1V/octave VCO with temperature compensation, so they has a very rough and non-lineal behavior (despite the modification on the CH 1 section).

The wooden cabinet is not exactly in collector's state. It has some scratches on its painted surface (see the pictures) but it is the only minus of this unit.
The two rotary knobs (Osc modes) are not the original ones.
Nevertheless, the front panel are in perfect conditions, there are not a single scratch on it or in the serigraphy prints.

Its serial number is 509467"

Pearl Syncussion SY-1 Drum Synth SN 511152

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"Super rare vintage Pearl Syncussion SY-1, two channel analogue drum synth.

Amazing sounds, from 80's disco to Aphex Twin and beyond!

Comes with synth and 2 pads, not original Pearl power supply.

Manual here"

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Oberheim OB 1 + Roland TR 808 + Pearl Syncussion + Korg Z1

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"Korg Z1 for Pad-Sound, TR 808 for Hihat + Roland DC-20, Pearl Syncussion for Kick, Oberheim OB1 with LFO Filter"

2 Pearl Syncussion SY-1, OSCar Synthesizer, Roland TR-727, Roland Juno-60 - Beats

YouTube Published on Jun 20, 2012 by djessay101

"Little Jam with two Pearl Syncussion and other old Instruments.....
Just for FUN :-))"

Elka Synthex and OSCar in there.

Pearl Syncussion SY-1

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Details:
"Pearl Syncussion synthetic drum module. Renowned or notorious (depending on your point of view) for some of the classic 70's and 80's synth drum sounds. Should work with triggers using standard 1/4" plugs, or, as the original brochure says "microphones can be connected to either input", with a 1/4" connector of course. Mono output.

More information on this unit is available here and a download of the original product brochure is available here which gives an overview of the various functions."

Pearl Syncussion SY-1

flickr by gargar1974.

"The Pearl Syncussion SY-1. One of the coolest drum synthesizers ever. Two independent channels with capable of making weird noises, eighties toms and the baddest kick drum you've heard."

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New Reproduction of the Pearl Syncussion SY-1 by The Human Comparator

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"Limited run, modern reproduction of the famous and much sought after analog percussion synthesizer, the Pearl Syncussion SY-1, by the Human Comparator. Fully built and tested, in near mint condition with box and power supply. Two channels with CV/Gate

US 48 ONLY."

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Pearl Syncussion SY-1 Rare Analogue drum synthesizer

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"extremely rare and sought after Pearl Syncussion SY-1 drum synthesizer. It has two channels and can be triggered by a synthesizer, drum machine or a piezo transducer (available at Maplins for less than a pound). There are sensitivity knobs at the rear to adjust for a strong or weak signal. When used with piezo's the sounds vary depending on how hard you hit the pad making it truly expressive and musical. Also, because this is pure analogue, there is no processor lag (latency) so the sounds are heard instantly, essential for getting a good groove.

The SY-1 has 6 preset oscillator modes, and on each channel there are 8 sliders which control, tune, decay, width, sweep speed, sweep range, lfo speed, lfo range, and output. There are also sliding switches to control "sweep up-off-down" and "lfo square wave-off-saw wave" and sample and hold."

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