Wiard Experimental Track

You can find the track on Mark Griffiths Music

"I have now completed a short experimental piece “I had lost my friend (No way out)”. I was trying out Native Instrument’s Vokator vocoder and the Wiard modular. I decided to combine the exploration by switching the vocoder into classic mode and using the Wiard as the carrier. So everything here is either Wiard or voice, with minimum additional processing other than a little convolution reverb and a vintage Korg analogue delay (SD 400). The patching of the Wiard is basic, I didn’t worry about ensuring all the tunings were even remotely similar, just turned the knobs until the tone was right. I also dispensed with a keyboard, using the Wiard sequantizer to generate pitch information."

Be sure to check out the rest of Mark's blog for more.

SX-150 pickbuttons

SX-150 button mod from Collin Cunningham on Vimeo.

"This right here be a Gakken SX-150 analog synthesizer kit - but ya see, I de-installed that resistive control strip deal … added me some good old-fashioned surplus pickbuttons and a bitty trimpot.

Now all me and the dog ever do is play with this thing … well occasionally he runs off to dig up a bone er somethin'. speakin' a which - where is that dog?"

Serge Mahem and Klangziet

via Bakis

"two new Serge M-odules have been released: the "Mayhem" (1700 USD) a great m-odule that its actually a mini-synth in itself that can do lots of stuff! it contains a DTG module (Dual Transient Generator) an SSG (Smooth and Stepped generator) module, a Random Source module (includes pink and white Noise and S/H source outs, S/H outs, plus pulse and smooth and stepped outputs), and a VCACOMP module (a Comparator plus a DC-coupled VCA ).

the "Klangzeit" (3100 USD) it's an m-odule for warping sound in various ways. it includes a Frequency Shifter module, a Wilson Analog Delay module, an XFAD module (audio crossfader plus vca) and a C/O module that is actually a manual Trigger gen, plus a linear and an exponential Attenuator."

First pictures of the EA-Party 2008, Bernburg / Saale

more shots and info in German on Aliens Project. You can find the page translated to Googlish here.

Update: second set of images here.

Oberheim Two Voice Demo

YouTube via zibbybone
"A demo of another classic synth. I made a simple pattern on the 303 to trigger SEM #2 via CV/Gate while I play a bass sound with SEM #1. I you listen in stereo (might have to add "&fmt=18" without quotes to the end of the URL), the TVS-1 will be in the left channel and the TR-606 in the right."

Stereo version:

waldorf blofeld startup v1.02

YouTube via a7soundlab

waldorf blofeld startup v1.03

Dr. Device Overview

YouTube via AudioDamage001
"This is a quick overview and run-through for Dr. Device, our filter + delay + control pad effect. Visit http://www.audiodamage.com for more info."

analog modular with bass drum trigger and juno 082508

YouTube via analogueak
"got the juno and the doepfer harmonizing a little ahead of time, then improvised on the drums"

Access Virus TI

images via this auction

"Increased Polyphony
New synth features for the Virus TI Desktop include greatly increased polyphony, 2 new oscillator types, a per-patch programmable arpeggiator, 16 x 2 delay/reverb fx, embedded singles in multi mode, and much more.

Bigger Display
In fact, a much bigger Liquid Crystal Display, which can show graphics (128x32 pixels). The Virus TI Desktop's display shows up to 4 rows of text and graphics. In most cases three parameters are being displayed at the same time. As a result, there are only 1/3 of the menu pages in comparison to the previous VIRUS series.

The First Sample Accurate Hardware Synth
The Access Virus TI Desktop links to your computer with VIRUSControl, a companion software product which ports the hardware synth into a host sequencer for use as a sample-accurate VST/AU instrument, simultaneously offering 2-way audio and MIDI connectivity, control surface functionality, editor and librarian functions, and more.

Quicker Editing
3 edit knobs underneath the Virus TI Desktop's display which can edit three parameters at the same time. The 3 soft knobs can also act as programmable and nameable knobs for every individual patch.

Scalable USB
A scalable USB link connects the Virus TI Desktop to a Mac or PC for total integration of synth and studio. The VIRUSControl™ plug-in automatically detects and connects the synth, ensuring a hassle-free configuration every time. From inside a host application, the plug-in enables the Virus TI Desktop to appear as a multi-channel VST/AU soft-synth with up to 4 sub-mixes (or 2 x stereo). Access' proprietary driver technology makes Virus TI Desktop the world's first hardware synthesizer with sample-accuracy timing and a delay-compensated audio/MIDI connection. Seamless interconnectivity also provides a real benefit in the software sequencer environment. All multi-timbral sounds and settings used for a project are stored within it with the plug-in, for snapshot total recall plus editor and librarian functions with no SysEx or 3rd party software hassles.

24-bit 192KHz Balanced Analog, S/PDIF I/O and MIDI
The new Virus TI Desktop is also well-equipped to capitalize on the power of Total Integration. With 24-bit 192KHz balanced analog, S/PDIF I/O and MIDI in and out ports, the new Virus TI Desktop is well-suited for use as the main audio and MIDI I/O center for your entire rig. These functions are especially practical for the laptop studio, offering an unmatched range of features and capabilities from one product.

Remote Mode
Additionally, a new Remote Mode allows the Virus TI Desktop to become a control surface for any MIDI-capable device or software, mapping each of the 33 knobs to a specific MIDI message. Virus TI Desktop ships with a great selection of templates and includes 32-user memories for custom controller maps. It's a powerful addition that greatly increases the value of the synth's studio footprint.

* Increased polyphony, 2 new oscillator types, arpeggiator, 16 x 2 delay/reverb fx.
* Bigger Display.
* Functions as a sample accurate VST/AU instrument.
* 2-way audio and MIDI connectivity, control surface functionality, editor and librarian functions.
* Quicker Editing.
* Scalable USB link for total integration of synth and studio.
* 24-bit/192KHz studio-grade converters, S/PDIF I/O and MIDI in and out ports.
* Remote Mode allows the VIRUS hardware to become a control surface for any MIDI-capable device or software.
* The VIRUS TI can play over 1800 oscillators in realtime!
* Legendary sound of Access.
* Tap Tempo button helps live VIRUS musicians stay in sync with drummers and turntablists.
* Dual-DSP core delivers stellar performance with super-low latency.
* Drastically expanded onboard memory."

KORG MS20

images via this auction


YouTube via deused
"Demonstration the MS-20 as a guitar Synth by using the External Signal processor note: i use a footswitch to trigger the vibrato. This was my setup"