Inside Juno

flickr by Funkedub

"circuit board and cabling inside a Roland Juno 6 synthesizer"

Miniorgan Silver Star

via FFFFOUND! via miniorgan

Puremagnetik Waveframe

YouTube via Puremagnetik

"Waveframe is a an advanced wavetable synthesizer designed exclusively for the features of Ableton Live. Based on the Ensoniq Fizmo, Waveframe contains over 1700 wavetable samples, over 30 waveform Live Racks and a generous selection of performance patches."

World Of Arturia

YouTube via iloveanalogue
"This is Robbie Ryan's video celebrating the 10 year anniversary of French synth-maker Arturia.
You can find more about Arturia's analogue modelled synths at http://arturia.com
You can see more stuff about Robbie Ryan at http://iloveanalogue.blogspot.com or http://www.myspace.com/robbieryanmusik
You can also follow Robbie Ryan at http://twitter.com/robbieryanmusik"

doepfer a100 patch pt 1

YouTube via miip999
"Improvise a new patch on a Doepfer A-100 modular synth. Based on two A-111-5 mini synthesizer voice and a A-155 analog/trigger sequencer part 1"

doepfer a100 patch pt 2


doepfer A-100 ribbon improvisation 4

"improvisation on ribbon cotroller on a doepfer a-100 system with 2 A-111-5 mini synthesizer voices and One A-155 sequencer"

Theremin test

SHIOITOR's High resonance frequency sweep spectrum

YouTube via d16group. D16 Shiotor posts
"High resonance cutoff frequency sweep. All oscillators turned off. Notice that aliased audible artifacts are due to mpeg compression in this movie not the SHIOITOR itself :)"

Novation Launchpad for Ableton Live

YouTube via AbletonInc

"Launchpad is a dedicated controller for Ableton Live, co-developed by Novation and Ableton. Perfect for DJing, performing live or working in the studio, Launchpad features a multi-color, 64-button grid, control modes for the Session View and Live's mixer, two fully-programmable User Modes and dedicated scene-launch/function buttons. Despite the big grid, Launchpad is neat, compact and portable: 239 x 239 mm with a slim 24 mm profile and weighing only 717 g."

sent my way via hpsounds

Update:

Novation Launchpad Ableton Live controller hands-on

YouTube via musicradartv
"MusicRadar takes a first look at Novation's Launchpad: A brand new controller for Ableton Live. For more, visit www.musicradar.com"

Update:
Novation Launch Pad for Ableton (First Look)

YouTube via eangolden
"Dj TechTool's exclusive look at the new Launch pad, a joint creation from Ableton and Novation.
for more info and a full review please visit:
www.djtechtools.com [here]"
via Markkus in the comments.

Also see CDMs Q&A here.

ABSYNTH 5, GUITAR RIG 4 PRO, KONTAKT 4, and KOMPLETE 6 Now Available

"Berlin, October 1st, 2009 - Native Instruments today announced that ABSYNTH 5, GUITAR RIG 4 PRO, KONTAKT 4, and KOMPLETE 6 are now available in stores worldwide.

ABSYNTH 5 marks a new generation of the acclaimed semi-modular software synthesizer that is renowned for its unique evolving sounds and textures. The new version enhances the profound sonic capabilities of ABSYNTH with powerful additional synthesis and effects features as well as overall improved audio quality, and offers an ingenious new way to create complex sounds via "mutation" based on musical attributes.

ABSYNTH 5 is available in the NI Online Shop for a price of $199 / 179 EUR. An update for owners of previous versions of ABSYNTH can be purchased for $79 / 69 EUR.

More information on ABSYNTH 5 including audio demos can be found at
www.native-instruments.com/absynth5.info

With GUITAR RIG 4 PRO, Native Instruments raises the bar on sonic authenticity with new speaker emulation technology, and further expands on nearly all aspects that set GUITAR RIG apart as the most capable digital guitar solution. The advanced speaker emulation is also the basis for the versatile new "Control Room" module, which allows users to freely mix and match up to eight phase-aligned studio microphones for each cabinet, providing an unlimited range of high-end studio recording tones.

GUITAR RIG 4 PRO is available in various versions to accommodate guitarists and producers of all categories. The GUITAR RIG 4 PRO software is available for a suggested retail price of $199 / 179 EUR. Further versions of GUITAR RIG 4 include GUITAR RIG KONTROL with included foot controller/audio interface ($449 / 399 EUR), GUITAR RIG 4 ESSENTIAL as a more affordable software version with a reduced feature set ($99 / 89 EUR), GUITAR RIG SESSION which combines GUITAR RIG 4 ESSENTIAL with the SESSION I/O audio interface ($249 / 229 EUR), and GUITAR RIG MOBILE which now also includes the mid-range GUITAR RIG ESSENTIAL software ($119 / 99 EUR).

More information on GUITAR RIG 4 PRO including audio demos can be found at
www.native-instruments.com/guitarrig4.info

KONTAKT 4 is a new version of the industry-leading software sampler. Taking the unrivalled performance and versatility of KONTAKT for music production, live performance and sound design even further, the fourth generation adds powerful "Authentic Expression Technology," unique sample compression, an extended studio-grade sound library complete with a convenient new database system, and much more.

KONTAKT 4 is available for a suggested retail price of $399 / 379 EUR at authorized dealers and in the NI Online Shop. An update for owners of previous versions of KONTAKT can be purchased for $149 / 129 EUR.

More information on KONTAKT 4 including audio and video demos can be found at
www.native-instruments.com/kontakt4.info

KOMPLETE 6 is the latest version of Native Instruments' popular software bundle that has become a mainstay with professional musicians and producers. The new collection offers a veritable arsenal of acclaimed instruments and effects that cover all areas of modern music production. KOMPLETE 6 incorporates the latest ABSYNTH 5, KONTAKT 4 and GUITAR RIG 4 PRO versions, complemented by BATTERY 3, FM8, MASSIVE and REAKTOR 5. All included products offer comprehensive compatibility for current host software versions and operating systems.

KOMPLETE 6 is available for a suggested retail price of $559 / 499 EUR at authorized dealers and in the NI Online Shop. An update for owners of KOMPLETE 2/3/4/5 can be purchased for $169 / 149 EUR.

Furthermore, Native Instruments offers a special time-limited upgrade for owners of any version of KONTAKT or REAKTOR. These users can purchase KOMPLETE 6 at a special price of $339 / 299 EUR until December 31st 2009.

More information on KOMPLETE 6 can be found at
www.native-instruments.com/komplete6.info

About Native Instruments:

Native Instruments is a leading manufacturer of software and hardware for computer-based music production and performance. The company's mission is to develop innovative, fully integrated solutions for all professions, styles and genres. The resulting products regularly push technological boundaries and open up new creative horizons for professionals and amateurs alike."

Soldout "The Cut"

Soldout "The Cut" from SoLab on Vimeo.

"Soldout (Anorak Supersport)

Directed by Romain Chassaing & Boris Coyere

Produced by SoLab (Edouard Chassaing & Nicolas Tiry) & Première Heure (Constance Guillou)"

Spot the synths. via khoral

The Roland 40-LOVE

Housse de Racket "1,2,3,4" from SoLab on Vimeo.

Some synth spotting. KORG MS20 also makes an appearance.
"Après « Oh Yeah! », voici le clip du nouveau single « 1-2-3-4 ».

Tout le clip a été intégralement filmé avec des lunettes spéciales, qui incorporent dans leurs branches une caméra.

Réalisé par Romain Chassaing

Production SoLab / Première Heure"