Serge Modular (A1) 5 MODULES

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"C/A CONTROL AMP, DUAL UNIVERSAL SLOPE GENERATOR, UNIVERSAL EQUAL POWER AUDIO PROCESSOR, STEREO OUTPUT MIXER, VOLTAGE CONDTROLLED STEREO MIXER."

Serge Modular (A4) 5 MODULES

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"1- DUAL PROCESSOR
2- KEYBOARD ENVELOPE GENERATOR
3- DUAL UNIVERSAL SLOPE GENERATOR
4- DUAL UNIVERSAL SLOPE GENERATOR
5- UNIVERSAL EQUAL POWER AUDIO PROCESSOR"

Serge Modular (A2) 6 MODULES

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"1- PRECISSION VOLTAGE CONTROL OSCILLATOR
2- NEW TIMBRAL OSCILLATOR
3- TRIPLE WAVESHAPER
4- DUAL AUDIO MIXER
5- UNIVERSAL EQUAL POWER AUDIO PROCESSOR (ONE KNOB IS BENT)
6- DUAL PHASER (THREE KNOBS ARE BENT BUT THIS CAN BE FIXED)

Nearly all voltage control functions of the SERGE modules are accurately log-linear. This means that a control voltage will be directly proportional to the logarithm of the effect it produces, whether the effect is a change in amplitude, duration, or frequency. Log-linearity is essential because we perceive differences in these parameters as a function of the ratio of the change, rather than as a function of the difference. We hear an octave (a ratio of 2 to 1 between two frequencies) whether the frequencies are 200 and 100 Hz or 2000 and 1000 Hz.

All Timing and Frequency Ranges Are Wide Range
The minimum range of any module in the SERGE system is at least 10,000 to 1, from the highest to the lowest frequency, or from the longest to the shortest duration. In many modules the ratio is typically 100,000 to one, and in some cases exceeds 1,000,000 to 1.

Input Processing At VC Inputs
This allows a voltage to be scaled at an input with regards to both the depth or intensity of its effect as well as its direction. The response of the module to a control voltage can be set at the processing input, reducing the need for intermediate processors and inverters.

Calibrated Inputs
Experience has shown that it is also desirable to have pre-scaled control voltage inputs at 1 volt per octave, especially when using keyboards or computer controls. All SERGE oscillators, filters, and envelope generators have both calibrated and processing type inputs

These modules are at the heart of the versatility of the SERGE synthesizer. Examples can be seen in such modules as the Smooth & Stepped Function Generator, the Dual Universal Slope Generator, and the Universal Equal-Power Audio Processor

A Unique Packaging System
The SERGE synthesizer owes much of its versatility, portability, and affordability to the way it is packaged. Nearly any configuration of modules can be grouped together into one or more standard Panel/Racks. All holes are pre-punched to accommodate the entire line of SERGE modules. Jacks, switches, and other components are mounted onto the front Panel, and then the printed circuit boards are fitted into the Rack assembly behind the Panel. Since the Rack and its printed circuit boards open away from the Panel like a page in a book, both the initial assembly and its subsequent inspection are simplified.

Compatibility With Other Equipment
SERGE systems are electrically compatible with other synthesizers and audio equipment. When required, interfacing can usually be handled at each module's processing input. Adapters for other types of patchcords can be easily installed on the Panel

Ease of Incorporating Custom Mode/s
This is another benefit of the Panel/Rack package. Custom circuits can be installed into the Panel without drilling a single hole. Using standard Vectorboard, circuits can be fitted into the Rack and wired to front panel components. Custom faceplate graphics are easily applied without any special materials. The end result is a custom module integrated into the SERGE synthesizer with minimum effort."

Sequential Circuits Pro-One

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MOOG Taurus Operators Manual

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Synth Soundtracks

Micke came up with the mother of all lists for films featuring synths in their sound tracks. Click here for the list on VSE. So... the one thing that bugs me about VSE is that posts expire over time to make space on the server. That said, I will put the list in the comments. Hopefully Micke is ok with this. Pictured: Blade Runner featuring Vangelis and the Yamaha CS80. Trailer directly below.


YouTube via Mart138.Blade Runner - Vangelis Music Video

Anyware-Instruments Semtex Promo Materials

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Coolest. Logo. Ever. via jan. Anyware-Instruments website

Grids - the all monome album

"Of course, the notion of an all monome album is somewhat of a misnomer. The monome is simply an interface - a bunch of LEDs and buttons that may or may not have something to do with each other. There no built-in sound generator like there is on the Tenori-On, (I used a Doepfer modular, Prophet 5 and MachFive 2) and the software that determines the behavior of the device is entirely up to the user/artist. While this fact dilutes the idea of an all monome album, people interested in finding their own voice with an instrument consisting of a grid of buttons should note the lack of predetermined software and sounds is the true strength of the monome."

click here for the album on The Stretta Procedure.

Trios lp by Tristram Cary of EMS

Trios
Composed 1971. First performed at Cheltenham Festival, 1971, the composer taking the VCS3 part, and Messrs John and Robert Cary (the composer's sons) the turntable parts.

Click here for more info including the audio on EMS SYNTHI.

STG Labs Mankato - FU Edition

Nice edition.

Note that STG Labs is available via Analogue Haven although I do not see the Mankato listed as of this post.

STG as in Suit & Tie Guy. I don't see the Mankato listed there yet either.

Udpate via Suit & Tie Guy in the comments:
"yes i've been slacking on the website actually. sorry about that.

there's a stack of mankato PCBs et cetera almost fully stuffed, just waiting on some components that showed up today and a particular VCA IC which should be on its way as well.

the line at analoguehaven.com/stgsoundlabs will within the month be the multiples, the gate delay, the post-lawsuit lowpass filter and the mankato filter.

there's also a wave folder i'm in the middle of testing right now, but i don't know if i can get it out by christmas."

Update: more info on this electro-music.com thread.