MATRIXSYNTH

October 1976 ARP Arpeggio newsletter, Volume 5, #2

via Retro Synth Ads where you'll find scans of the full newsletter and the write-up.

via this auction

"From MFOS:
* Produces sequences of 4 to 16 steps in length
* Modes include stop at count, reverse at count,
reset at count and random 16 mode
* Each step has coarse tune, fine tune, and switchable gate
* Accepts external clock and external start pulse.
* Simultaneous outputs with and without portamento.
* Forward, Back, and Reset controls ease sequence set up."

YAMAHA SY-1

via this auction

"This is a monophonic Yamaha SY-1. It is in Excellent condition as you can see in the many photos provided. It is a 37 pressure sensitive key synth that was produced in 1974. The serial number is 1672. it includes the original stand and soft case, the original music holder, and the original cover, all labeled with Yamaha."

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Moog Taurus Bass Pedals

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Hohner Bass 3

via this auction

"Terrific little bass synth. Three voices: guitar string tuba."

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Crumar Bit 01

via this auction

Korg M50 in Rock Band 3 - Pic of Keyboard Controller

If you haven't heard, Rock Band 3 will feature a keyboard controller. I skipped posting when it was announced as this site is more about specific synths. Well, the interesting bit is the synth in this game shot looks exactly like a KORG M50. I'm curious how that played out and if there will be any other real synth designs in the game.

via Kotaku, via @brandon_dnl

The controller you will play "is a '25-key, fully functioning MIDI' version of the real thing, and is one of two key improvements made to the game, the other being the introduction of a new 'Rock Band Pro' mode for expert players, which replaces coloured tabs with real musical symbols in an effort to get players on the track to playing real instruments."

Update: video below. Comes in at 1:43.

Rock Band 3 - FIRST LOOK!
YouTube via tommyjwall — June 09, 2010 — "Here it is, the first video of Rock Band 3 in action, coming holiday 2010.

The video cuts out at 4:00... please go here to see the full video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L7xdnK...

For all the new details on Rock Band 3, go here: http://rockbandaide.com/5615/rock-ban..."

Update: a pic via CDM (click for some additional details)

You can see the MIDI out and, is that a ribbon controller on the handle?

MIDI in for the the Xbox may be coming as well for those that prefer using their own keyboard.

via MrLonghair in the comments: "The keyboard will be available on its own for $79.99, or in a bundle with the game for $129.99."

Update via peterkirn of CDM in the comments: "Yes, that's correct - ribbon controller. I expect to confirm all details with Harmonix but only after the insanity of E3. Then they have the game people out of their hair and can talk to us instead. ;)"