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New Serge M-odule: Wave Processor

Wave Processor
Ring Modulator, Triple Waveshaper

$2,000

[DAD] balanced out 'XLR' or 1/4" TRS option: $300

Sound Transform Systems
(262) 367-3030

First impressions via Hans Grusel on the Serge Modular Users Group Yahoo List

Talk about meat; There's a firkin 20-ton rib roast inside this thing!

Triple Waveshaper- 1st serge module I ever touched some 15 years ago. Super
early version not in a panel but just in a box, so I was a bit nostalgic about this
one-- M-odule delivers the goods 110%. Everything from overdrive in single, to full on shred
in series. As one would expect, it always hold ups with super sonic detail in all registers no
matter what you throw at it. Dance the cv ins in series w/ the gator's /n comp into pulse
divider for a grand rollick.

Wave Multipliers:
A stellar 3-plier set. What can I say: a classic's classic.
Top section: overdrive/vca.
Mid section: overtones out the ass plus DC coupling in.
Bottom section: even more over the top shreds. Take some low harm
content into both audio inputs then feed the cv out back into your osc source
you'll have rock neck for days. Then take a crack at it with cv instead of audio.
Versatility to the nines.

Ring mod:
Rex had mentioned he was workin on the bottom end of this one. Looking at chest
implosion with a supersub. can't wait to wail this one live thru a good full on
PA. Again the range and detail of this sucker would be hard to beat.

Mixer:
3 in 1 (banana) out.
#3 in with +/- or null. Again top of the top in quality.

X-fade:
The M-odule mainstay. Two in. 1/4 inch + banana out w/ vc xfade + vc gain.
A gem of a gateway from serge to speakers.

via matthew

Ode to Gravity: Introducing the Buchla 700 (March 21, 1988)

"Donald Buchla's newest synthesizer, the 700, is introduced to the San Francisco community at a gathering held at the Sake Factory. Charles Amirkhanian interviews the inventor as well as numerous local composers about their experiences with Buchla's creations while we hear in the background people trying out the newest version."

via http://www.archive.org/details/OTG_1988_03_21 via ghostdog

élkorus test part 1

YouTube via wutierson
"élkorus test by Sergio Koval during the 1st unit presentation. élkorus is the new analog chorus unit released by Synthoma, that makes possible to replicate the classic sound of the string ensemble machines of the 70's. more info at www.synthoma.net"

Prima Harmony Trainer SN 37900773

via this auction

"Prima Harmony Trainer, Model SQH-379 made by Seiko Instruments & Electronics Ltd
* Prima Harmony Trainer with:
* Digital Metronome
* Digital Keyboard with multiple instrument sounds
* Analog jacks for input and output
* Tuner function with built-in Microphone or input
* On/Off switch for internal Mic
* Many other features
* Fold out handle
* Translucent plastic cover for the trainer
* Black carrying case for trainer and AC adapter
* Owners manual in Japanese"
via Chris

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flight of harmony newsletter August 2008

"I’m quite busy filling the current orders, but here’s a quick update:

· After this run, the current Plague Bearer form factor will be discontinued – these housings are just too labor-intensive. There are only two v1.1 Plague Bearers remaining at the time of this writing and they are the last of this style.

· If there is enough demand, populated main boards for the Plague Bearer, Imp, and the Infernal Noise Machine will be made available. Main boards do not include PSU or I/O jacks. Email me if you are interested, I’ll have some populated board pics up soon.

Upcoming:
· Modular versions of the Plague Bearer, Parasite, and the Infernal Noise Machine.
· The standalone version of the I.N.M and the Imp will be available in a couple weeks"
http://www.flightofharmony.com

Kraftwerk Synth List

click here for the list used over the years. Most have images. via Juergen.

PNW DIY 2008

via Jim Patchell:

"Just to let everybody know, John Marshall informed me that the PNW DIY meet will be on October 25, 2008 at Renton Technical College. (Seattle Area).

If you subscribe to other lists...hey, spread the word. This will most likely be the last one that John will be putting on. I have already purchased my plane ticket...and I will be there. Hope you will be as well."

You can find posts of previous PNW events here.

KORG PS-3300

images via this auction

This one went for $21,000

Interesting details from the auction:
"I have been the sole owner of this Korg PS 3300. 100% Original. !00% Functional. 100% Complete. Ser.# 780302. I ordered this PS 3300 brand new from a local Korg Dealer, Music Sound World in Tulsa, OK, immediately after returning from demoing a PS 3300 Floor Model at Arnold&Morgan Music in Dallas,TX. Included is a custom built performance table. Included is the original owner’s manual. Also included are the set of original patch cables. The factory edge connectors for all of the internal circuit boards on the main bus have been replaced with upgrades that will not crack as the original connectors did. All circuits and pots are working. A few pots and switches need to be cleaned due to the little use it has received recently. The longer it is powered on and played the less this is an issue. Dependable, reliable and very well taken care of over all of the years I have owned it. The only cosmetic blemishes are two slight chips in the veneer (one each on both sides of the wood case). For the exception of these two chips the rest of the cabinet is clean and in great shape. All knobs and switches are original and complete with no cracks or damage. No blemishes on any of the front panels. All of the Keyboard controller trigger switches and joystick are complete and funtional. All keys are undamaged , original and playable. No Midi.

If you are not familiar with this incredible instrument here is a link to WikiPedia to assist those of you who are interested and would like to learn more about this unbelievably powerful and unique modular fully analog polyphonic synthesizer.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korg_PS-3300."