MacBeth 3U Modules

Three images and some notes sent my way via Ken MacBeth.
(Be sure to click the images).
"- Hi Gentlemen! Well over the weekend a fair bit of work. Everything that I have wanted to implement into the dual osc is working fantastically!
I have attached some pictures for you to get an idea of how the style of what I'm doing will look. This is the Dual Oscillator- it has the two oscs- but also a genuine (not AD633 analogue multiplier IC) balanced modulator configured as ring modulator. This design is based upon early ring modulator designs common in synths from the very early 1970s. I also thought it would be neat to have an all transistor noise generator- it gives both pink and white outputs. All in all a versitile module- a real sound maker! Study the pics to see what the controls are up too...
The photos show the final art (transparancy) attached (loosely) to the frontpanel...
The next time this configuration will be seen will be the production models. Factory production commences in around 10 days- I expect these things will shift. As I have stated- like good old BK- 'have it your way'- so color formats are an option. I'm working with Shawn Cleary at AH on this- he will give you prices if you push him! Speak to him or me...
I would like to think that I have set a precedent that will hopefully sustain, in having LARGE controls within the 3U format! Others will probably follow.

Best wishes- Ken"
Be sure to see this thread on Muff Wiggler for additional info and reactions.

Little Phatty Editor Librarian ver. 2.1

"The Little Phatty Editor Librarian ver. 2.1 supports all 'Stage II' parameters, including arpeggiator settings.

The settings of the front panel controls can be displayed with several resolutions, including: 7 bit, 8 bit and high resolution (16-bit), to allow super-precise sound editing. The program can also be used to learn the inner details of the factory presets. Using the LP Editor Librarian, presets can be organized to create custom preset banks – a terrific feature for musicians preparing for their next gig!

All preset parameters can be displayed in a graphical user interface, including edit functions like Pot Mapping, Filter Poles and Arpeggiator settings. In addition, a Preset Genetics function is available to create new presets by morphing or mutating two presets together.

As a special added bonus, the Little Phatty Editor Librarian (even the demo version) is now the most convenient tool to update your Little Phatty's operating system."

Access Virus TI Polar Virtual Analog Synthesizer

via this auction

" • 37-note polyphonic programmable synthesizer with light-weighted synth-action keys, velocity response and Aftertouch

• Dual DSP system with over 80 stereo voices under average load, extended memory with 512 RAM patches and 2048 rewritable ROM patches

• Wavetable and HyperSaw(TM) synthesis; HyperSaw oscillators with up to 9 sawtooths each with parallel sub oscillator per voice for thick voice layering, no additional polyphony required

• 3 LFOs with 68 selectable waveforms, 2 high-speed ADSTR envelopes; 2 multi-mode filters(HP, LP, BP, BS) and Analog Filter model with 6-24 dB Slope and self-oscillation)

• Supplied VirusControl(TM) VST and Apple Audio Unit Plug-for Mac OS X and Windows XP; remote software integrates Virus TI into external software sequencer, creating plug-in feel and operation for hardware synth

• 33 controller knobs, pitch and modulation wheels, 43 controller buttons

• Dedicated remote mode turns unit into universal remote controller keyboard for VST/ AU plug-ins and external synthesizers

• Audio and MIDI inputs and outputs of keyboard may be used by sequencer application as an audio and MIDI hardware interface

• Sample-accurate timing and delay-compensated connection to external sequencer for minimal-latency response

• Dedicated Tap Tempo button, programmable arpeggiator pattern for each patch, independent delay and reverb for all 16 multi mode slots

• 129 parallel effects include reverb, delay, chorus, phaser, ring modulator, distortion, 3 band EQ and Analog Boost bass enhancer

• 6 balanced 1/4" audio outputs with switchable soft limiting algorithm, high-res 192KHz D/A converters with S/PDIF digital I/O

• Dual 24-bit 1/4" TRS balanced audio inputs"

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Malekko / Wiard Borg Filter Episode 1 - Low Pass Gate

YouTube via bigcitymusic
"Here's the first installment of a series of videos of the new Malekko / Wiard Borg and Boogie Filters.

The Borg is an incredible mutant module birthed in the mind of designer Grant Richter of Wiard. It's a cross between a Buchla low pass gate and a Korg MS-20 filter. Thanks to Malekko Heavy Industry the module is now in Eurorack format and it sounds amazing!

We are sequencing a Cwejman VCO-2RM sine wave oscillator with an Analogue Solutions Oberkorn MkIII. The gate output of the sequencer is triggering a Plan B Model 10 Polyphonic envelope set to a really short pulse (really, really short). Using this type of envelope with a regular VCA would result in a click, no tone.

The Borg plays nice in this instance but the next video will show the meaner side of this beast. There's actually a jumper you can remove from the back pcb which gives you an extra large helping of resonance.

The "Peaking BP" is actually a pot with a switch. In the off mode, fully CCW, the Borg is in VCA mode. When you start to turn it clockwise it begins to take on a whole new character. The knob at the right we're adjusting is the CV input amount. This also has a big effect on the character of the low pass gate sound. Malekko Rocks!

P.S. The sweet blue LED does light with every trigger pulse. You just can't see it because of the frame rate of the camera or something."

Korg Karma Workstation Demo Track by Paul Leishman of Anjelicas Baby

YouTube via AnjelicasBaby
"Hi Paul Leishman from British new wave, dance, electronic pop and synthpop music artist Anjelicas Baby here. Having a day off from the soft synth VST plugins. Just been experimenting with my Korg Karma Music Workstation orchestral combinations in cubase. All sounds are off the Korg Karma.

Anjelicas Baby music now can be downloaded or listened to from the following sites:

iTunes U.S., iTunes Australia/N.Z., iTunes Canada, iTunes UK/European Union, iTunes Japan, Rhapsody, Napster, eMusic, IMVU, Amazon MP3, Lala, Shockhound, Amie Street, last.fm, indiestore.com. In the near future there will be many more."

Waldorf Micro Q demo sounds #3

YouTube via gzengz.

follow-up to these posts.
"Sequencer - Cubase LE / Synth - Waldorf MicroQ / Synth editor - mQEdit 1.13"

roland brothers pt2

YouTube via ANDRSN2230
"the roland brothers back at it again tr707 drum machine triggering sh101 analog synthesiser .. this is just a jam i was mucking around with ,, these machines are so fun , i had not played with them for a while and i forgot how nice it is just tweaking away."

Polymorph Sequence III

YouTube via Korgator. follow-up to this post.
"Sequence(Polymorph);Lead(JP808 0;Fläche(TritonLe)"

KORG K-770

via this auction

"Only thing is the switch button for the LFO controle is not original the tip was broken and fix...Work fine but prefere advise as pictured in picture #3.

Serial is:770048"

Syntech RAM cartridge

via this auction

"This is one of those hard-to-find data cartridges for any synth or module that uses external cartridge storage."