A new suitcase synth from Pin Electronics, makers of the EMS SYNTHI inspired Hornet and Portabella synths. Note the components listed below are modular in nature as the internal modules are electronically separated. This is a self contained mini modular synth.
Short demo below.
MIASMA by Pin Electronics
Discrete Analogue Modular Synthesiser with 10x10
Touch Pin Matrix & dig. Modules
Published on Feb 27, 2017 Pin Electronics & Ramcur
"The Portabella by Pin Electronics available 3rd quarter 2017.
http.//www.wp.thesynthi.de"
Update: video is back. This originally went up at 6:55 PM today. Moving this up so you don't miss it.
Curious how this one will differ from their Hornets pictured below. Aside from the obvious color scheme, you can see the panel layout is different. I added a screenshot of the video above directly below for comparison. Note the "Random Voltage Generator" section above Oscillator 1 in the Portabella. You can click the image of the Hornets below for a larger version. It's set to open in a new tab so you can tab back and forth to compare. You can find previous posts on the Hornet via the Pin Electronics label below.
"Unfolding Forms is an eight-track, digital only album on Child's Dynamic Tension label, released without advance notice. A tweet from Child announcing the album said, 'I wanted to make some of my new personal music projects available to you in a more direct and immediate way,' and called this LP the "first release," implying that more are to come. The album was recorded on a Pin Electronics Portabella modular synthesizer. It's Child's second full-length of the year, following Luminosity Device this past spring."
Playlist:
Pin Portabella Matrix Madness
Pin Portabella Two Voice Sequence
Pin Portabella - a Lullaby for Di
Pin Portabella Swamp Monsters from Space
Pin Portabella Melodic Sequence CV/gate
Pin Portabella Take 1
"Here's a 2-minute collection of short demos using the SynQuaNon Eurorack analog
polyphonic effects modules:
0:00 Hexaphonic AutoWah Filter with pedal control
0:29 Hexaphonic Funky AutoWah Filter with Hexaphonic Fuzz
1:01 Hexaphonic VCA Sequencer-controlled Arpeggios
1:34 Hexaphonic VCF Sequencer-controlled Arpeggios with Hexaphonic Fuzz
1:46 Hexaphonic VCF and VCA controlled in tandem by Sequencer
Did you notice that the SynQuaNon modules have virtually no patch cables
connected and yet are in the audio chain? That's because they are interconnected
at the back of the modules using SynQuaNon hexaphonic Audio and CV bus cables!
This allows for a clutter-free front panel for easy user access and control
adjustment - for more information, see the SynQuaNon Blog:
Roland/BOSS GK guitar interface for hexaphonic or polyphonic processing
Overview: The 13-Pin Input Breakout module receives signals from a Roland GK-3 compatible guitar and converts them to modular levels using low-noise audio op-amps. Gain options include 10x (20dB), 30x (30dB), or 100x (40dB). Gain controls allow you to adjust the gain from zero to full-scale in the amplified string outputs. Amplifier boards are easily replaceable with different gain versions. Check the shop for replacement boards. The module provides power to the electronics in your GK-3 compatible guitar. Hand-assembled in the USA. Important Note: This module has been tested successfully with Roland GK-3, GK-2A, Graph Tech Hexpander, and RMC Poly-Drive pickup systems. Roland GK-2A pickups (including those on the Fender GC-1) require a special version of this module. Please indicate if you intend to use a Roland-ready or GC-1 Stratocaster with this module at the time of your order and we will supply the special version.
Features: Outputs for each signal in the 13-pin GK-3 interface (audio/CV). Access to direct signals from each string and the passive pickup. Selectable gain range (1x or 10x, 30x, 100x) for each string and the passive pickup output on back of the module. Adjustable gain or attenuation to zero within each selected gain range. Metal film resistors for close channel gain matching. Pairs well with 13-Pin Output Breakout , Hex VU Meter, Hex Fuzz, Hex VCF, Hex VCA, and Hex EF-Gate-Trigger. Ideal for guitar multi-channel, single-string, or hexaphonic effects processing.
A compact portable matrix modular system based on Synthi 100, Putney and Portabella modules. The 8 modules will be connected via a 10×10 high quality Ghielmetti pin matrix similar to the Portabella.
MODULES & SPECIFICATIONS
OSCILLATOR 100
Frequency Range: 1-10 Khz
Waveform 1: Square & Pulse shape variable via pot and matrix. Waveform 2: Sawtooth & Triangle shape variable via pot only.
OSC Sync via Trapezoid or external source.
FILTER / OSCILLATOR P1969
A multi-purpose filter & sine oscillator
Range: 8Hz – 18KHz
Modifications: slew / unslew switch
18dB / 24dB switch (latest circuit design!)
ENVELOPE GENERATOR
Attack: 2ms – 1 sec
On time 0 – 2.5 sec
Decay: 2.7ms – 15 sec
Repeat/Off: 10ms – 7sec. (max. rate 60Hz)
Trigger: +4V
Modifications: attack/decay time extension, inverter pot
SPRING REVERB
Decay time: 1.75 – 3.0 sec.
Springs: 3
Voltage control of mix “wet/dry” via matrix.
INPUT AMPS CH. 1 & 2
Inputs for audio or CV (Ch.1 1V/oct. pre-calibrated)
"Amazing Synthi replica made by Pin Electronics & Ramcur, this is from one of the first series and it's totally handbuilt in Canada with the right specifics and components, many people say that it's a way better than the actual Portabella.
The unit is built inside an Explorer case so it's very easy to travel with."
"Pin Electronics Portabella MKIII Analog Modular Synthesizer. This is a great EMS Synthi A style recreation. Tested and fully functional. In near mint shape and includes power supply."
"Comes with 32x pins in total, authentic EMS colored inlets (installed by me) from EMS Cornwall & the U.S. power cord. Also Including EMS, VCS3, Delia Derbyshire & Portabella patch sheets."
