'yet another silly name. this is a stereo ( dual mono ) analog passive ring ( or "balanced" ) modulator that is also capable of producing an octave up if only one input is used (achieved via internal switching - there are no other controls). unlike most ring modulators you will find this one does not come with a built in oscillator. this is done on purpose to give you the chance to use your own modulator and as a result it gives you a much wider range of possibilities. everything from AM radio static to tempo matched drum loops can be used to modulate your source. use of line level instruments like synths, mixers, and sound cards would be ideal. being a passive design ( meaning it does not require any power source to operate ) you will need to increase the level of quieter signals, such as guitar, to get the ring to work. you can do this by adding a pre-amp, booster, distortion pedal, channel of a mixer, etc... before that input. you may also want to boost the output depending on your intentions. its made with hand matched germanium diodes for minimal signal bleed which i also matched between each of the two units inside. the transformers on the input and output will also yield a nice thick organic distortion when over-driven.'"
"Yusynth Transistor Ladder Filter MOTM Format - Classic Minimoog VCF Clone Assembled by Free State Custom Electronics - Classic Minimoog Voltage Controlled Filter Design - 3 Pairs of Hand Matched Thermally Coupled BC547 Transistors - Includes MOTM Adaptor Already Installed - 20" MOTM Style Power Cable - Runs on +/- 15 Volts (Power Supply Not Included) - Fully Tested and Calibrated - Hand Built and Internally Numbered - 4 Black Screws for Mounting to Wooden Cabinet, 4 Bolts for Mounting to MOTM 19" Rail Adaptors or other 19" Rack - Military Grade RG-174 used on Audio Signals - Military Grade PVC Insulated Cable used on CV Signals - High Quality Double Plated Circuit Board - Poly Film Capacitors - 2 Years Parts and Labor Warranty (Void if Modified or Improper Power Supply Is Used) - 1% Metal Film Resistors Used Throughout - Enclosed Switchcraft Jacks - Extremely High Quality Build!"
"Replacement or spare main board for a Crumar Bit01 or Unique DBE rack synthesizer. Excellent shape, works like new, from a mint Unique DBE with no issues whatsoever."
See what comes in at 1:25, then see these posts (scroll). Note the color difference.
"David Bowie's rare video for Sense of Doubt, filmed in Hansa Studios, Berlin.
OK, people, I hear you, several of you are saying this wasn't done at Hansa. I would be perfectly willing to edit the video information to reflect the real location IF SOMEONE WILL PROVIDE IT. Give me convincing evidence that this IS or IS NOT filmed at Hansa and I may believe you. As it is, I am sticking with the info I received with the video. Don't comment about it further unless you have something useful to contribute."
via It's Full of Stars
"SONiVOX Previews PULSE – Advanced Production Instrument Innovative design coupled with an expansive feature set delivers an unrestricted music production workflow.
SONiVOX, Boston MA, based award-winning music software company today offered a pre-release preview complete with Video examples of their upcoming release, PULSE – Advanced Production Instrument.
PULSE combines the feature set highlights of today’s popular hardware music production units, along with the power and multidimensional capabilities afforded by the software paradigm. In doing so, PULSE is able to offer music producers expanded features & functionality as well as an unrestricted workflow, eliminating multiple menus, button clicks, memory limitations, and more.
PULSE – Advanced Production Instrument Features:
• Next-generation music production software for MAC and PC, combining MPC style editing and workflow.
• Imports most MPC file formats including MPC 60/II, MPC 3000, MPC 2000, MPC 2000XL, MPC 1000, MPC 2500, MPC 500, MPC 5000, as well as AIFF, WAV, Broadcast WAV, ACID & MP3 files.
• 8 User-assignable stereo outputs and 8 User-assignable effects busses, complete with tempo sync stereo delay, EQ, and reverb effects
• Onboard real-time sampling
• 64 user assignable pads with Infinite sample layering and multiple playback modes
• Per pad editing of LFO, volume, pitch, envelope, panning, and filter with ten user selectable filter types.
• User-assignable auto pitch map, velocity override (full), choke and one shot modes
• User adjustable input-quantize
• Over 400 premium instruments and drum kits
• Midi learn & save functionality, PULSE is instantly compatible with any MIDI keyboard or pad controller
• Pad-specific variable resolution note repeat
• Advanced multi-mode pattern and step sequencer which optionally locks to your DAW/host
• Works as a MAC or PC Standalone application or as a VST, AU, & RTAS plugin.
• And much more…
PULSE – Advanced Production Instrument is slated for a release date of November 1st 2010 with a MSRP of $199.99 and an estimated street price of $149.99. Select retailers will be offering PULSE at a special introductory price of $99.99 throughout the holiday season.
For video demos and purchasing information please visit www.sonivoxmi.com
About SONiVOX
SONiVOX provides a multi-tiered suite of premier sound products that give voice to consumers ranging from professional musicians to over 100 million cellular users worldwide.
For years, SONiVOX, formerly Sonic Implants, has provided leading musicians and composers in the film and television industries with the tools needed to create world-class audio content for chart-topping movie, music and television projects.
Whether it’s high-end sound libraries & virtual instruments for leading Hollywood film composers, home-studio musicians, or millions of cell phone users, SONiVOX enjoys a worldwide reputation as a company producing 'sound that rocks.'"
"What's New in Version 1.5 • iPhone 4 retina display support • 16 additional instruments (13 free, 3 in the shop) • Line 6 MIDI Mobilizer support • 100 beat loops • iTunes file sharing (iOS 3.2, iOS 4 and later) • File associations (open .xms and .mid files from Safari and Mail) • Improved multitouch on the keyboard (slide and play simultaneously) • Battery consumption improved • Lots of performance optimizations and stability improvements • List of the new instruments: HipHop Kit, Sound Effects Kit, Harp, Harmonica, 9 Synths (and Sitar, Shakuhachi, 8-bit kit in the shop)"
"Music Studio offers a complete music production environment on the iPhone/iPod touch with features and a sound quality previously only known to desktop applications and expensive audio hardware.
It combines a piano keyboard, 40 studio-quality instruments with sustain, a fully fledged 128-track sequencer, extensive note editing, reverb, real-time effects and much more on a user-friendly interface.
AWARDS & REVIEWS • "A recent composition of mine started on the iPhone with Music Studio" - Jason Hayes, lead composer of "World of Warcraft" • "GarageBand on your iDevice" - TouchMyApps.com • "If you’re at all serious about your music you can’t really afford to miss out on this app." - razorianfly.com • "Music Studio justifies the purchase of an iDevice if you're really into it." - appfreakblog.com • Awards from BestAppEver.com, iPhoneAppsPlus.com, Palm Sounds
FEATURES • Photorealistic dynamically configurable 85-key keyboard • Instant positioning via the slide gesture and resize with the pinch gesture