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Felix the Octave Cat

Arturia Interview on Makingsound

This is a great interview. Don't miss it. You can find the interview in French here and Googlish here.

Pictured here:
- Vanessa Giraudet packing software.
- Vanessa Giraudet
- Richard Phan
- Philip Wicker at work on the keyboard version of Origin

- Bruno Pillet - Embedded System Engineer
- Frédéric Brun, President of Arturia
- The Prophet VS, Jupiter 8 and CS-80 originals, which have served as models
- A prototype of Origin

"Vanessa Arturia comes now in its eleventh year. I personally am arrival in September 2003, at the time of development of CS-80 and the Minimoog. Initially the team consisted of six or seven people, now it is twenty. And we will be required to expand the ranks, because there are staff planned for this year.

Vanessa's story begins with Arturia Storm, but it is truly our replica of the Moog Modular, which propelled the company. At the time, Bob Moog himself said he could not tell the difference between our software and its own synthesizer, which has contributed to our knowledge on the international stage. Encouraged by the positive feedback we have gradually expanded the range of "V", whose aim is to offer replicas of popular vintage synthesizers."

AKAI Pro SynthStation Sneak Peek

YouTube via AkaiProVideo — May 06, 2010 — "Here is a special advance look at SynthStation, Akai Pro's new synthesizer for iPhone and iPod Touch. Although it is an iPhone app, SynthStation works on the iPad too, which is shown in this video.

For more information visit: http://www.akaipro.com/synthstation"

Update:

AKAI SynthStation sneak peek 2

"AkaiProVideo — May 06, 2010 — One sneak peek wasn't enough so here's a second. This is the SynthStation app for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad. Although this runs on the iPad it is designed for iPhone/iPod Touch. The app is coming soon from Akai Professional."

AKAI SynthStation Sneak Peek 3

YouTube via AkaiProVideo — May 07, 2010 — "This shows the FX engine, sequence switching and the virtual MPC pads in SynthStation. SynthStation is a full synthesizer for iPhone and iPod Touch. Although it works on iPad (shown in the video), it is designed for iPhone.

For more information, visit http://www.akaipro.com/synthstation"

KORG KO-PRO Video

YouTube via KorgUSAVideos — May 06, 2010 — "This is a fantastic video starring the Korg Kaossilator Pro. This video was originally posted by Korg Inc. with Japanese titles. Now you can enjoy the English version!"

audioscan MILANO

audioscan MILANO - Noise transformed into ambient music from Tobor Experiment on Vimeo.

www.audioscan.it
YouTube via toborexperiment — May 06, 2010 — "audioscan is a multimedia interactive installation and a live performance combining music and video. Both are based on the sound mapping of Milano.
At the basis of audioscan there are 1.580 recordings and phonometric surveys gathered within the perimeter contained in the main ring road of Milano. audioscan puts itself up as a chance to reflect on the features of the sound surrounding us and the spaces we act in. A process of meeting and exchange between contemporary art, music and environmental themes, a meditation on soundscape and the auditive dimension of human experience, both on an aesthetic and a social perspective.
An ambitious cataloguing work and an environmental awakening project through the transformation of a waste product of technological society noise into an artwork.

Concept and art direction
Giorgio Sancristoforo

Music
Giorgio Sancristoforo and Giuseppe Cordaro (tobor experiment + con_cetta)

Video
Quayola

Production
AGON
Basemental

Organizational
Danilo Cardillo

Tech consultant
Massimo Marchi

Field recording
Diego Del Sarto
Alessandro Roggero
Luca DAloia
Eliana Varlaro
Dario Persi
Daniele Filaretti

Software & sound design
Giorgio Sancristoforo

Assistant sound designers
Diego Del Sarto
Alessandro Roggero

Touchscreen software
Daniele Pagliero

Catalog
Postmediabooks.it

Production assistants
Cecilia Vanoletti
Walter DAversa

Thanks to
Dalila Sena
Pietro Pirelli
Vittoria Broggini
Silvia Sartorio
Len Sasso
Simone Tosoni
Marco Fringuellino
Massimo Gardella
Olindo Genovese

further infos: www.audioscan.it"

Roland TR 808

via this auction

"original Roland TR 808

What has been done ?

★ power supply caps changed
★ all old Alps switches changed
★ cleaned and factory adjusted

Have a look at the pictures below to see what has been done.

If you want to have the 808 with Midi upgrade we can offer a CHD for EUR 149,- incl. work.

All original old caps and switches which were replaced will be included."

inside a Roland TR-808

Dave Smith Releases Mopho Keyboard

See this post for where you can find it. Official press release for the archives:

"New Analog Mono Synth is Full-Featured, Compact, Affordable

HALF MOON BAY, Calif.—May 5, 2010—Dave Smith Instruments has released a keyboard version of Mopho, DSI’s popular desktop synthesizer module. The Mopho Keyboard is a monophonic synthesizer with an all-analog signal path, an expanded user interface, and a full-sized, semi-weighted keyboard action.

From a functional perspective, the Mopho Keyboard does not do anything radically different. It is what most players desire and expect from an analog mono synth. DSI’s goal was ambitious in other ways, though. “It goes without saying that it had to sound good, but we’ve also managed to create a very portable, very playable instrument without sacrificing the performance features people want. And we did it without compromising and resorting to things like smaller, cheaper keys,” said founder Dave Smith. “At the same time, we recognize that the cost of analog synths has long been a barrier for many would-be players, so the challenge was to make the Mopho Keyboard available at a price more people can afford. As I’ve said before, designing synthesizers is great, but it’s hearing what people do with them that makes it really fun.”

DSI’s Andrew McGowan added, “When we released the Mopho module we heard from many people that it was not just their first analog synthesizer, but their first hardware synthesizer. And that after experiencing a real analog synth they finally ‘got it.’ We hope the Mopho Keyboard gives even more people an opportunity to ‘get it.’”

The Mopho Keyboard’s voice architecture is essentially the same as DSI’s Mopho and Tetra desktop synthesizer modules. It features two oscillators, two sub-octave generators, selectable 2- or 4-pole low-pass filter, feedback, and a ton of modulation options, including three envelope generators, four LFOs, and a 16 x 4 step sequencer. It has a full-sized, semi-weighted, 32-note keyboard with velocity and aftertouch and full-sized pitch and modulation wheels. The Poly Chain feature enables expanded polyphony using other DSI synths. For example, combining a Mopho Keyboard with a Tetra results in a very portable five-voice poly synth. Other features include USB and the ability to process external audio through Mopho’s filter and VCA.

The Mopho Keyboard measures approximately 18.65" L x 11.1" W x 3.6" H (47.4 cm x 28.2 cm x 9.1 cm) and weighs under 10 pounds (~4.5 kg).

The Mopho Keyboard offers excellent value for classic analog sound in a modern, space-saving package. It is available now with an MSRP of $879.00 and an MAP of $799.00.

Download high resolution photos from www.dsisynth.com/photos.htm.

About Dave Smith Instruments
Launched in 2002, Dave Smith Instruments is helmed by legendary musical instrument designer Dave Smith. Dave’s many accomplishments include the creation of the Prophet-5—the world’s first fully programmable polyphonic synthesizer—and his legacy as the primary driving force behind MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface). Dave Smith Instruments’ products are used by an ever-increasing roster of well-known musicians and are available from music retailers worldwide. Instruments include the versatile analog/digital hybrid Evolver synthesizers and the Prophet ’08. Dave Smith Instruments is based in Northern California, where the instruments are also manufactured. For more information, visit www.davesmithinstruments.com.

Specifications
• Monophonic analog synthesizer
• 100% analog signal path
• Two oscillators capable of producing sawtooth, triangle, saw/triangle, and variable pulse width
square waves, with hard sync
• One classic Curtis low-pass filter (switchable 2- or 4-pole) with audio rate modulation, self-
oscillating in 4-pole mode
• Analog VCAs
• Three envelope generators (ADSR plus delay) • Two sub-octave generators (one octave down and two octaves down)
• Feedback loop with programmable level and gain
• White noise generator
• 4 LFOs
• Gated 16 x 4 step sequencer (one sequence per program)
• Arpeggiator
• Glide (portamento): separate rates per oscillator
• 32-note (F to C) semi-weighted keyboard action with velocity and aftertouch
• Spring-loaded pitch wheel
• Fully programmable with three banks of 128 programs (384 total)
• Free downloadable software editor for Mac OS and Windows
• Dimensions: approximately 18.65" L x 11.1" W x 3.6" H (47.4 cm x 28.2 cm x 9.1 cm)
• Weight: 9.4 lb. (4.25 kg)

Ins and Outs
• USB type B receptacle
• MIDI In, Out/Thru, and Poly Chain
• Audio input: 1/4" unbalanced
• Left and Right audio outputs: 1/4" unbalanced
• Sustain pedal input
• Expression pedal/control voltage (3.3 VDC max.) input
• Headphone output: 1/4" stereo phone jack
Includes power supply for 100V – 240V AC operation and operation manual."

circuit bent midi data

YouTube via spunkytoofers — May 06, 2010 — "yamaha pss790's sequencer information being circuit bent in conjunction with bends effecting that data as well. yamaha mu5 is synched via midi and played multi-timbrally with some channels muted.

for more information on each device: http://www.spunkytoofers.com"

AmpliTube iRig - plug your guitar into your iPhone and rock out!

YouTube via ikmultimedia — May 06, 2010 — "http://www.amplitube.com/irig

AmpliTube iRig is a combination of an easy-to-use instrument interface adapter and guitar and bass tone mobile software.

With AmpliTube iRig, you can plug your guitar into your iPhone/iPod Touch/iPad and jam anywhere with world class guitar and bass tone right in the palm of your hand - from the leader in studio-class guitar and bass software.
Simply plug the iRig interface into your mobile device, plug your instrument into the appropriate input jack, plug in your headphones, amp or powered speakers, download AmpliTube for iPhone Free and start rocking!
Youll have at your fingertips the sound and control of 3 recombinable simultaneous stompbox effects + amplifier + cabinet + microphone just like a traditional guitar or bass stage rig!

Add amps and effects as you need them — you can expand your rig with up to 10 stomps, 5 amps, 5 cabinets and 2 microphones in the AmpliTube iRig app custom shop."

"AmpliTube for iPhone

At the core of the AmpliTube iRig System is AmpliTube - the leader in gear modeling software for professional recording studios.

Now AmpliTube for iPhone gives you the same incredible ultra-realistic sound and modeling accuracy of its Mac/PC applications in a convenient mobile platform app.

With AmpliTube for iPhone, you’ll have an entire guitar/bass rig at your fingertips, comprised of 3 recombinable simultaneous stompbox effects, an amp-head plus cabinet and a microphone.

With AmpliTube for iPhone fully loaded, you will be able to choose between 5 amps (clean, crunch, lead, metal, bass) with full controls, 10 stompbox effects (delay, flanger, phaser, overdrive, distortion, filter, wah, fuzz, octaver, chorus), 5 cabinets and 2 microphones (dynamic and condenser).

Plus, AmpliTube for iPhone features a chromatic digital tuner and a metronome. You can also import and play with songs or backing tracks with real time effects, and create, save and recall up to 36 presets on the fly!

* Real time guitar and bass mobile multiFX app
* Full rig made by 3 simultaneous stompboxes + amp + cabinet + mic
* 10 Stomps, 5 Amps, 5 Cabinets, 2 Mics available
* Import and play with songs or backing tracks with real time effects
* 36 presets can be saved/recalled on the fly
* Includes tuner/metronome
* Free, LE and Full versions available
* Free and LE versions expandable with a-la-carte downloadable gear
* Same low-latency as Mac/PC systems

AmpliTube for iPhone will be available in 3 versions: FREE, LE and FULL.

The free version will include 2 stompboxes, 1 amp+cabinet, 2 microphones. The LE version will include 4 stompboxes, 1 amp+cabinet, 2 microphones for $2.99 / €2.39. More gear can be added to FREE and LE through an in-app purchase of a-la-carte models with stompboxes costing $2.99 / €2.39 each and amplifiers+cabinets for $4.99 / €3.99 each. AmpliTube FULL will include the entire collection of available gear with 10 stompboxes, 5 amps+cabinets and 2 microphones for $19.99 / €15.99."