Roland MKS-80 :: Warm Pads

video upload by Harry van Mierloo

"The Roland MKS-80 isn't known as a typical analog pad machine like the JX-8P or the MKS-70, but still its VCOs are capable of creating some wonderful pads. I couldn't find many pad demos of the MKS-80 online, because most demos contain the powerful analog sounds that the Jupiter-series is so famous for. So I decided to record a few soft pads chords on the MKS-80 for the synth community. As its output is mono, I've added a bit of chorus and reverb from the SQ-5 to spice up the pads.

Played using the Moog Voyager as an expensive MIDI controller using its mod wheel to control the filter, but the fact that you hear polyphonic sounds and see a blinking green MIDI on the blurry MKS-80 in background is the ultimate evidence that you actually hear the MKS-80. ;-)

Enjoy, I hope you'll like it!"

Moog Minimoog Voyager SELECT SERIES Jade Green SN SS0151 w/ Original Box & Manual

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this eBay listing

CLICK FOR MORE »

Black Tolex Moog Voyager XL SN ZC67754

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this listing

"This is limited edition Moog Voyager XL, only 100 were ever made in celebration of Moog’s modular heritage. Not only that, this synth was a special order of a recording studio based in Austin, TX. Only this synth out of 100 has a green display, others have a blue one. With green display it looks much more “dramatic“. This is the last batch of Voyager XL production line.

I have all the original packaging in my studio in Kyiv, Ukraine. I will ship it to the buyer when I’ll have a chance to get there. But for now I’m selling it as it is."

CLICK FOR MORE »

Moog Minimoog Voyager Select Series Green & Cherry SN SS1427

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

CLICK FOR MORE »

Moog Minimoog Voyager Select Series Jade Green w/ Cherry Wood

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

"Excellent condition cherry wood and jade lighting. Sad to see it go but downsizing my setup. This excellent condition voyager, comes with the original packaging, manual, and power supply."

CLICK FOR MORE »

Moog Minimoog Voyager Select Series Cherry & Green

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

CLICK FOR MORE »

Moog Minimoog Voyager Select Series Green w/ Original Box

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

"Minimoog Voyager Select series in beautiful cherry finish with jade backlighting. All capabilities, keys, knobs, and switches work perfectly. Comes with 3.5 operating system loaded with 7 banks of presets, each containing 128 presets per bank, and original power cord. Serial Number SS0172."

CLICK FOR MORE »

Moog Voyager Select Series Cherry / Jade Green Backlighting (Serviced by Moog) SN 1285

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via SYNTH CITY Reverb

Note auction links are affiliate links. See the site's privacy policy for more info.

"Although the voyage may have ended at the Moog factory, the journey continues on, as there as such lovely examples of the Voyager synthesizer still floating around. This particular unit was from a very limited run!

We recently sent the main board in for service last month to the Moog factory. They serviced and replaced known faulty parts. (receipt can be provided by request). It should be good to go for years to come!

Synth is tested, sounds and functions wonderfully, and will be lovingly packed. Look no further if you're shopping for a minty Voyager -- it's gorgeous. AC power cable included."

CLICK FOR MORE »

Moog Voyager Select Series Green

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

CLICK FOR MORE »

Yorick Tech Adds Polyphonic Modulations & New Panel Designs with Low Frequency Expander 3.0

"Low Frequency Expander 3.0 by Yorick Tech June 2021 Announcing the Low Frequency Expander 3.0, with all-new front panel designs and a major firmware upgrade including polyphonic modulations using MPE for the P6 and OB-6, available from June 2021. The firmware upgrade is free to all users.

The LFE is a standalone, hardware modulation expander that supports the OB-6 and Prophet 6, Rev 4 Prophets 5 and 10, Moog Voyager, Korg Prologue, Nord Wave 2 and a generic ‘CC- Synth’: any device that can be controlled by midi CC messages. It uses midi to provide 3 complex LFOs and a 6-stage envelope – which can also be configured as a 2 to 16-step modulation sequencer – to add considerably more complexity, movement and playability to these amazing synthesizers. It also acts as a 4-slot modulation matrix, allowing you to route velocity, key, aftertouch, mod wheel, CV in (optional) and others to about 50 destinations in the synth (80 with the Nord!)

Selecting a new patch on the synth makes the LFE automatically recall the same-numbered LFE patch from its memory, so the two have their patches locked together. The LFE will display the synth patch’s name and category for Sequential synths. You can select the next (or previous) patch in the same category, stepping through all the Bass patches for example.

New in 3.0
All new front panel designs which are more attractive and with clearer labelling. MPE Midi Polyphonic Expression. For the OB-6 and Prophet 6, the LFE can send modulations to each of the synth’s voices independently, so it will send polyphonic rather than global modulations. Each of the LFE’s 4 modulators on its front panel now operates 7 modulators ‘under the hood’ (1 global and 1 per voice), so the LFE is actually running 7 independent envelope/sequencers and 21 LFOs. As the LFE also allows MPE to work in Poly Chain mode, giving you 12 voices of MPE and 13 envelope/sequencers and 37 LFOs. There are also MPE Spread settings that allow each of the LFOs run at slightly different frequencies and the envelopes to run with slightly different slope times, allowing ‘vintage’ type variations between voices.

Aux midi channel. The LFE can now split its modulations between two different Midi Channels, so you can for example, send LFO 1 and LFO 3 to channel 1 and LFO2 and the envelope to channel 13. You can also set up the LFE to send a new Bank and Program number on the Aux channel every time the LFE changes patch. This allows you to change the Program of an attached FX unit or second synth, to your own choice of Program number, every time the primary synth changes patches. Arpeggiator. The LFE now has an Arpeggiator, primarily for Prophet 5 / 10 and Voyager users. It has Up, Down, Up-Down, Down-Up, Random and Played-Order modes, 1 to 4 octaves, the usual clock sync multipliers and a Key Hold function. There is also a Gate length control, adjustable up to 200%, for overlapping notes.

OLEDs are available in white, blue, green or yellow. Batch 7 starts shipping this month and prices are held despite the global component supply situation."

See the Yorick Tech label below for demos and more.

Moog Minimoog Voyager Select Series

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

"Green LED with walnut case."

CLICK FOR MORE »

Claus Martin - Going Modular 26 (Melodic Buchla)

Published on Dec 21, 2017 csmcrckrs

"It's been a while ... wanted to make at least one song before the end of the year. Enjoy!

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Sequencer: Doepfer MAQ 16/3
Synth: Buchla System 1
Bass: Minimoog Voyager
+ some strings (JX-3P), lead (Voyager) and guitar"

Green DIY Klee sequencer above the Matrix-1000.

One of a Kind Prototype Green Moog Little Phatty Stage II SN 9931

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

This is the Green Little Phatty in the video below. More pics follow after the video.

"Moog Little Phatty Stage II Plus Green. This is a one of a kind prototype. The only one out there with the white Moog logo instead of the black (they called those Toxic Phatty's and they were a limited run.) Not modded or customized, this is from the factory. This seems to be the 'test' model to see which color worked best for that limited run of Toxic Phattys. Has all the stage two options, CV in and out, plus the lighted mod wheel with LFO rate flashing. Gorgeous green lights on the front and that sweet green with white logo back plate. Comes with original box, original manual and power cord. Hate to sell, but I can't keep them all. Needs a good caring home that loves this green goddess."


MoogFest (Why are we not playing at?) by Synthetic Things

Published on Apr 20, 2014 SyntheticThings

"All in good fun and love for Moog we've put together this Synthetic Things music video for the new song called "MoogFest (Why are we not playing at?)". It's a tribute, and a plea for next year, not a slam or accusation of Moog, or MoogFest. To be honest, we're so excited that Moog has taken this event back under their control. It's an amazing festival of synth nerd mega geek out awesomeness. That's why we want to play even more than before.

Check out more music at http://syntheticthings.com

We actually started this band almost exclusively to play at MoogFest because we are such synth geeks, and it would mean a lot to us. This is a tribute as much as a plea.

Gear used:
Moog Voyager running through Mooger Foogers: MF-103 Phaser, MF-104m Delay, MF-107 FeqBox, CP-251, VX-351 - For glide riffs.
Moog Little Phatty, Green w/ white logo (one of a kind). - Intro FX, Happy Synth, pad line, and bass extras.
DSI Tempest - All drums.
Elektron Analog FOUR - Bass riff & Synth hit pattern.
Moog MiniTaur - Big modulated bottom.
AniMoog - Pad line double.
Alesis Andromeda: Big Wet Arp FX
Boss SE-70 controlled by a Moog SubPhatty - Vocoder.

Special Thanks to Pete Carty, Chris Martin, Trey Counce, and Jim Rogers."

CLICK FOR MORE »

Octave Voyetra 8 Analog Polyphonic Synth Module with VPK-5 Keyboard SN FJ4813

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

"Very rare Octave Plateau Voyetra 8 analog synthesizer, with the accompanying VPK-5 keyboard, with Version 4 boards. If you've been looking to add one to your studio, this is the one you want.

One of, if not the best polyphonic analog synthesizer out there. The V8 combines two CEM3340 oscillators (each with a sub-oscillator) and a SSM 2044 filter per voice with a huge amount of modulation abilities. The end result is a wonderful sounding synth that can easily go from subtle to HUGE. This particular unit is a green card rev. 4 machine, which is the final and most stable version of the Voyetra. It can accept MIDI sysex and can be controlled by external software and programmers.

Included is a VPK-5 controller keyboard. You can either use this controller or midi to control the Voyetra (but not at the same time).

Also included is the necessary XLR to MIDI cable, the operation manual, and other documentation. You are literally getting the "complete" package for the Voyetra.

Because this is a vintage piece of electronic equipment (and a sensitive one at that), there are some things to mention.

• The machine is currently fully calibrated, but trimmers inside the unit (for the voice card volumes and filters) may shift during shipping. If this happens, it's straight forward to re-calibrate them as long as you are able to turn a knob and use a tuner.

CLICK FOR MORE »

Moog factory 10/14/02

Published on Mar 1, 2014 Ken Soper·20 videos

"A tour of the entire Moog assembly line in one minute! After I had a chance to play the Voyager Steve Dunnington took us in to the main production room. Moog has much larger accommodations now, but in 2002 the entire facility was only 3 or 4 rooms including the shipping area. Mike Adams' "office" was the corner of the front room and he sat behind an old green metal teacher's desk. The "breakroom" was another corner-- a picnic bench covered with a vinyl red and white checkerboard tablecloth. It was charming, warm and intimate. Thanks to all the folks who built and continue to build the greatest electronic musical instruments on the planet."

Mountain Oasis 2013 Pics by Chris Stack

Full gallery on Facebook here.  That's Dan Green of 4ms above.  I saw him at the MMTA SYNTHFEST on Saturday in Seattle.  He mentioned his new Modular Row Modules (latching, stackable eurorack cases) that meet carry-on baggage demensions and testing them out on his flight that night.  I didn't realize he was flying out to the TRASH_AUDIO event at Mountain Oasis on Sunday!  That's dedication right there.  I wish I could have joined him!

Below: Moog Voyager XL & Moogerfooters, followed by a DIY modular system featuring a Synthetic Sound Labs Ian Fritz Double Deka Ultrasonic VCO Model 1130.

Check out the event channels below for more coverage of the event.

R5D4 - Yamaha EX5 Voyager OS Prophet 08 + 5 Juno 60

Published on Jul 26, 2013 DouglasHurdGymnast·2 videos

"Weather here in England has been unusually beautiful this past few weeks, encouraging social interaction outdoors and careful attention to the bounteous quality of wildlife that saturates this green and pleasant land. So I've done what I imagine any other synth maniac would do: gone indoors, sat in the dark, and played some music.

Yamaha EX5, Voyager OS, Prophet 08, (Prophet 5, Juno 60 - played on Evolution 49 keyboard) Hollowsun Drumbox and some pedals"

This one in via Soviet Space Child.

Minimoog Voyager Select Series to be Phased Out with Price Drop

via Moog Music
"Moog has announced its plans to discontinue production of the Minimoog Voyager Select Series, the top selling backlit analog synthesizer of all time.
Over the last 6 years the Select Series has been used in studios and on stages around the globe. Whether it’s Madonna, Dr. Dre, Alicia Keys, CeeLo Green, Lady Gaga or Sugarland, the custom combinations of color and finish reflects the unique aesthetic and personality of its owner. Moog will continue building the Select Series through the end of the year, with the final Select Series leaving the factory on Jan 1, 2013.

This is the last chance ever for prospective buyers to purchase a Select Series Voyager, but it will also be their best chance. During the remaining months of production, Moog has reduced the selling price on all Select Series Voyagers from $3,659 to $2,999.

“We felt it was important to give musicians who had always dreamt of customizing a handcrafted Voyager a final chance to build one at an unprecedented price," said Mike Adams, CEO Moog Music Inc. “We are a small company that still builds by hand, so sometimes we have to make hard decisions about ending the life of even our most favorite products. However, history has shown that discontinued Minimoogs, like the Model D and the Old School, have a tendency to become highly sought after collector's items. I'm sure we'll see them on stages and in studios for years to come.” said Adams.

The discontinuation of the Select Series comes just as Moog begins celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Minimoog Voyager. The first Minimoog Voyager introduced the world to the next generation of analog synthesizers in 2002. To honor this milestone, Moog has created an interactive ten-year retrospective containing the untold history of the Voyager, artist profiles and performances, free gifts, and other announcements that are yet to come.

Minimoog Voyager Select Series will be gone by 2013. Until that time the price has been reduced from $3,659 to $2,999. Available direct from the Moog website or your favorite Moog Dealer."

Happy Birthday from ExperimentalSynth.com

Published on Sep 20, 2012 by experimentalsynth

"Happy Birthday! Whether we are close friends or just Facebook aquaintances, I hope this day is special for you. ~Chris"

Featuring the Minimoog Voyager Select series in green. Related post on that coming up next.

The Green Eyed Monster.

via Moog Music Inc.

Minimoog Voyager Select Series