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planets.wmv

YouTube via StudioF
"Korg DS-10
Planets.."

TRASH_AUDIO Synth Meet by Chadd Foy

Some amazing pics of the last TRASH_AUDIO Synth Meet sent my way via twitter.com/justinmcgrath.

Be sure to click on these for the full size shots. Note these photos are by Chadd Foy. You can see more of his work on Foytography.

Mystery Synth

This one in via Neno. Disclaimer: before anyone starts thinking MATRIXSYNTH is their personal posting place for any question they might have, this one is going up for one reason alone. This is about a synth I can't quite place and it needs to be in the archives. Joel went through the custom and DIY labels and came up dry after about 20 minutes of searching. I took a quick peak and guessed some of the obvious like Open Labs's gear, but it wasn't them. The following is a brief description. If you have any idea, please comment.

Note this is actually via Neno's friend Volken on the musicplayer forum:

"I’m talking about custom crafted (88 keys) master keyboard with computer keyboard and trackball physically built into this shape. They had both Mac or PC onboard (to best of my recollection) as customer’s choice of preferred platform. I’m certain they have some aero/industrial background because implementation was rather impressive considering build quality and materials used. Since yesterday, wanted to check their present offer and alas... without a trace"

and via Neno: "Manufacturer with Aircraft expertise who was making 88 note master keyboard that serve both as DAW with - customer choice - either Mac or PC inside. Unique paint looks and very lab grade materials."

Update: Mystery Synth Solved! Tracked down by Volken and Neno. The synth is the Infinity Music Systems X1 Workstation.

Some links:
1) http://www.infinitymusicsystems.com/specifications.html
2) http://www.infinitymusicsystems.com/downloads/x1brochure.pdf
3) http://www.infinitymusicsystems.com/sales.html

Specs:
* 88-note hammer weighted keyboard with after-touch
* All aluminum construction
* Aircraft billet aluminum end-caps and mod wheel plate
* Hex Drive Stainless Steel fasteners
* Military grade keyboard
* Military grade three button trackball
* Flip up top provides complete internal access.
* Three internal drive bays
* CD/DVD drive bay
* Pitch and Mod wheel
* Choice of Custom Finishes (show car quality)

ATX Version
* Accepts all ATX compatible motherboard
* 480-watt power supply with ultra quite fan cooling and aluminum case

Macintosh G5 Version
* Available

Dimensions:
* 55.5"L x 21"W x 6.5"H

Weight:
* 68lbs

Pure Data Groovebox

YouTube via shaolinmonk01

MIDI video player - Max for Live

YouTube via zealtv
"Early in development MIDI triggered video player built in Max for Live. Notes C1 up trigger video clips from any specified folder. in this video it's receiving the midi out coming from an autonomous sequencer (improbeat) which is also controlling the audio.

just the very start. currently working on multiple layers, rotation, zoom and colour controls - all MIDI controllable! hit me up if you'd like to play with the source.

this is destined to be used in conjunction with my Guitar Hero to MIDI patch for instant axe controlled audio/visual fun.
more fun stuff at http://zealousy.com"

Commercial sessions 3 Matti Bye recording the Korg Mono Poly bass.mp4

YouTube via RothHandle
"Today was the third day working on music for a commercial. We have so far recorded four different suggestions as well as some old pieces and they seem to have fallen in love with a track from the elephant and castle album. But there were some things that needed to be adressed so we started working on a new version today.

This film shows Matti recording the bass using the Korg Mono Poly. This was the first time we have ever recorded with it. Usually we use the Mini Moog or the Taurus pedals but we wanted something slightly different.

This film was shot at Roth Händle studios in Stockholm using a cell phone. This is where I spend my days recording and producing bands, artists and music. If you are curious to find out more about the studio please visit www.roth-handle.nu"

Naughty Panthar's DroneStation Released

Get it on iTunes here

Tattoo Dubsteppy (with DroneStation...) by Chris Randall

via Analog Industries

YouTube via Cranda11. previously posted.

Sequential Circuits Prophet 5

via this auction

ANALOG SYNTH MIDI CONVERTER

via these auctions
"This was built a few days ago with a Pro CNC PCB that I had ordered. This is a MIDI to Control Voltage converter to connect a MIDI keyboard or your Computer Sequencer to your Analog gear that have CV inputs based on 1v / Octave Standard.

-This has an onboard Portamento/Glide for even cooler note changes. It can do exaggerated glide when the knob is turned all the way. All Pitch CV outputs are linked to the Portamento.

These are the Outputs on the Left: (3) Pitch Outputs

Theses are the outputs on the Right: (3) GATE (5v) outs.

The knob is for Portamento.

A 12v AC power adapter is included.

-This has 3.5mm jacks. You can use those Headphone adapters to turn the end of a 3.5mm cable into 1/4" plug. That's how I do it and it works.

-This is calibrated for over 6 octaves of notes. This only does Note on/off and Pitch. Very simple yet very accurate. By default it is set to Midi Channel #1, it is possible to change the Midi channel by inserting a DIP Switch, i do not supply that, but the upgrade is very easy (no soldering).

Moog equipment owners be aware that you need to make an S-Trigger Cable for the gate on this to work for you. Here's a link for such a circuit

I can confirm this will work on all MFOS stuff, Roland SH101, BLACET, EURORACK stuff, and most Modern DIY stuff. Just check to see if you use the 1v/oct standard and this will work.
This will not work on korg MS series because that is based on 1v/Hz standard."