MATRIXSYNTH

Metasonix R-52 Multimode Filter Eurorack Module

YouTube via bigcitymusic
"Ok nerds. Here's the ultra-dork demonstration of the new R-52 module from Metasonix. We start with a square wave oscillator, the Analogue Systems rs95. The R-52 sounds great. It's the same filter as the discontinued Metasonix TM-6.

You can see when the first cable gets plugged in. That's when we start modulating the "Sweep CV In" with the A.S. rs200 sequencer. The second cable is another channel of the sequencer modulating the "Resonance CV Input". Don't ask about dB response. Just bask in the crusty warmth that is the R-52.

Update: I just talked to Eric. This is the prototype of the R-52. The actual production models will be revised and will self-resonate. Cool."

X0XWASP Overdrive prototype ready

YouTube via BIM0X
"remove c38 and place the overdrive circuit inside. it is an " inside the x0x overdrive ", not an external pedal ! you can hear the distorsion in the headphone too ! made with opamp and LEDs the more it is aggressiv, the more it blinks ! play it very loud (webcam sound, sorry"

GrooveAxe Vid2

YouTube via grandtippler
"More info here: http://www.gadgetgangster.c..."
"The GrooveAxe is a simple to build project that uses a Picaxe [PICSynth] microcontroller to make looping drum patterns."

YES Madison Square Garden 1978

flickr by Mike Black photos

"Scan of an old negative; Yes in concert Madison Square Garden 1978."

full size

I see two Minimoogs and possibly an ARP Odyssey or Prophet-5? If anyone knows, feel free to comment.

x0xb0x TB-303 Bassline Analog Synthesizer Clone

via this auction. Note I originally put this on up on MATRIXSYNTH-B. Larger pics came in and this one is from Division 6, so I decided to put it up here as well.

"The x0xb0x is a faithful reproduction of the Roland TB-303 Bassline synthesizer analong circuitry with some modern conveniences (such as MIDI) thrown in. If you're looking for authentic acid sound without having to mess with old / cantankerous gear then this is the box for you.

This x0xb0x was designed by Adafruit Industries and built / calibrated / tuned by Division 6.

Features:
* Analog circuitry cloned from original TB-303 for authentic sound
* MIDI / DIN Sync for connecting to your other gear
* Can transfer patterns to / from PC via USB
* Non-volatile memory; no backup battery required
* Can play notes directly from keyboard

* Extensive support community for bouncing ideas, mods and upgrades

Rear Panel I/O:
* MIDI In / Out / Thru
* DIN Sync In / Out
* CV Out
* Gate Out
* Line Out
* Headphone Out
* USB
* Mix In
* Power In"

Synthwood Custom Pro-One with Yellow Wheels

more images at synthwood

# November 2008 build
# Pacific Northwest Walnut
# Custom Prophet-5 style knobs
Theo Bloderer of http://bluesynths.com/

A Tour of Andy Whitmore's London Studio

YouTube via AndyWhitmore.

You might remember the studio from this prior post.

"A tour of Andy Whitmore's Greystoke Studios featuring the largest working vintage keyboard/synth collection in Europe. Andy is a top record producer with 14 UK top ten hits so far for artists such as Lemar and Atomic Kitten" Hmm... this collection is working and in Europe.

protective coloration

flickr by protective coloration

"My kitty on my synthesizer."

Sequential Circuits Prophet-5

via catsynth

Sensomusic Usine by Fractal

YouTube via jeremjerem
"A very very quick view of touch screen edition of Usine on my Tx2z.

I use it to control Ableton Live like a Lemur(only monotouch but in near futur , Usine go multi touch !!! )

Usine is a great software! Free Edition(on video) or pro for only 70 euros.
I think i use only 1% of Usine :) (Usine is full of add ons and other patch!)

Sorry for the bad video( record with one hand and play with other...not very comfortable...)

Music: next Fractal song... http://www.myspace.com/fractaldeath

Sensomusic software : http://www.sensomusic.com/usine/"