MATRIXSYNTH

New Modcan A & B Series Modules

via Bruce of Modcan on Muff's
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A Series:
SCANNER 69A
TRIPLE VCO 70A
CONTROL 66A
DUAL FS65A
40DB LPF 67A
MATRIX FILTER 60A
VOCODER 71A
VC AHDBDSR 64A (below)

B Series: Vocoder 71B and Triple VCO 70B

In response to some comments on Muff's:
"Glad you like the layouts. Sorry to have neglected the A series for so long. It wasn't because I wanted to just was so jammed up with B series orders for so long. I have attached the proposed B series Vocoder layout.

Vocoder is 10 band 4 pole filter design coded for DSP by the mighty Eric Brombaugh. The spacing on the Control module is because I want to use the B series board which is a single U width spacing. I haven't heard any complaints so far from users and means it could probably be operated one handed as well. I admit it doesn't look as nice as it would spaced out a bit more.

Bruce"

Note the full product description for the B Series VCO with samples is up here.

"The Triple VCO 70B takes the modular oscillator to a new level.
Three VCOs in a single module provides a tonally rich and versatile sound source featuring band-limited wave generation ideal for subtractive synthesis.

The Triple VCO provides 3 Oscillators controlled by a common CV or 1/V per octave pitch control. Mixer functions are handled internally, controlled by a single pot or CV. The range for the primary oscillator is 10 octaves with an offset range of +2 Octaves for OSC2 and OSC3 adjustable in both quantized semitones and non-quantized values switch selected."

via Mr. Array

MOOG SYNTHEZIZER #35 '76 walnut slant synth

via this auction

"Moog #35 analog synthesizer circa 1976. To my knowledge, there has never been another like this on Ebay. The #35 is probably more rare than the #55 as there are no pictures of it anywhere on the web. A #55 was currently for sale for $35,000. Lights alone are so cool that coming into a room and seeing it is enough to make your heart skip.

Auction includes a Moog 951 keyboard controller complete with original military surplus type connections as well as a #55 sales brochure. Behind the rear panel it reads Model 350-000 S#9042, Oct. 26 1976. Outer walnut casing is in great shape with only minor scratches and dings. It would probably look even better with a little oil or furniture polish but I haven’t done anything to the original finish. I have decided that the wood is poplar wood stained walnut. The inside is museum grade wiring; beautiful and untouched by human hands since factory, as far as I can tell. The synthesizer has a power cord but I don’t know if it’s original. One key is missing but easily fixed at a reputable keyboard shop. Keys are a little sticky as it needs to be played. No patch cables are included in this auction...

Here’s a list of the modules in this synthesizer—all signed by initial on little Moog yellow tags (will not part-out - so don’t ask):
(1) power supply p-8546
(2) 921A
(4) 921B
(1) 923
(1) 921
(1) 907A
(1) 904A
(1) 904B
(3) 902
(3) 911
(1) cp4A
(1) cp8A
(1) cp35
(2) cp3A
It also has a oscillator control to filter mod. and 911-902 trigger and coupling module."

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Logan Mitchell Sr. & Baltimore SDIY Group Featued in the Baltimore News

Ed Baldi wrote in to let me know Logan Mitchell, founder of the Baltimore SDIY Group, is currently featured in the Baltimore City Paper. You can find the full article here.

snip: "In 2005, Mitchell saw bassist Marcus Miller perform. 'And I talked to his keyboardist, [who was] playing a Moog Mini D,' Mitchell says. 'We talked and I told him my background, and that I wanted to get a Mini-Moog, like he had. That inspired me to make my own...'

That led Mitchell to an online group called Analog Haven, a high-volume listserv that is a kind of massive catacomb of worldwide analog nerditry. In 2007, he sent out an e-mail to the group looking for synth heads from the Mid-Atlantic region interested in starting their own thing."

And little related plug for MATRIXSYNTH via Ed: "I connected with him [Logan] a few years ago through one of your posts. He has worked hard to book a synth fest at this relatively 'big' area venue. This is just a another example of the everyday people around the world, in the trenches, dedicated to making electronic music for no other reason than the pure joy and satisfaction on a deeply personal level.

You continue to be an advocate for this type of expression and just wanted to share the article. Thank You Matrix."

Baltimore SDIY Group & Friends live TV promo #1 - 3 on 06/25/2010

YouTube via BaltimoreSDIYGroup | October 01, 2010

"videos of the Baltimore SDIY Group & Friends live TV shot on Fox45 (WBFF-TV) in Baltimore MD on 06/25/2010. This video was done live at The Hexagon Space, http://hexagonspace.com, at 6:18am as part of Fox45's "Hometown Hotspot" morning show that helped us promote our Baltimore Electronic Music 2010 Summerfest event at this venue for 06/26/2010, http://sites.google.com/site/baltimor...

Check out our main website at http://sites.google.com/site/baltimor...

Click on our GROUP SHOWS link for a complete listing of our past & upcoming shows on our website.

Logan Mitchell Sr aka "Synth Tech Project", http:sites.google.com/site/synthtechproject
Baltimore SDIY Group's leader & founder"

wiresq - turing complete sequencer for iphone

YouTube via jonbro | October 26, 2010

"http://heavyephemera.com/wiresq

the first turing complete sequencer for iphone.

buy now on the app store:"

iPod Touch on Ebay
iPod Touch on Amazon

iAm-MS20

Avialable on Goldbaby here. You'll find samples and a link to the PDF. Be sure to see the rest of the site for more sample sets. You can find a free sample set featuring drum sounds filtered by the MS20 here.

"Legendary vintage analog synth the MS20 is a very special instrument. With loads of character and quirky controls, it has become a very sought after synth for its raw upfront sound and incredibly creative options for editing...

After finally finding a great example of this synth... it was put through it's paces and recorded via various tasty bits of studio hardware... things like the UBK Fatso, Otari 1/4 inch tape machine, Great River Harrison EQ32 (eq), A-Design EM-PEQ (eq), Boss Dimension C, E-MU E4XT, Mutronics Mutator...

A great deal of time and experimentation went into the development of this product.

The result... fantastic sampled instruments with the raw power and unique character that the MS20 is renowned for.."

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Access Virus Polar TI2 Keyboard Synthesizer

via this auction

"Top Features

The Access Virus TI2 Polar synthesizer takes the revered Virus TI to the next level, boasting 25% more calculating power, a more robust onboard effects section, a lighter weight, and a completely redesigned housing. At the heart of the Virus TI2 Polar is the new OS3 which comes with new effects - Frequency Shifter, Tape Delay, new Distortions, and Character. What's more, it now includes the enhanced Virus Control 3.0 plug-in, giving you even deeper control of the synthesizer and your many presets. Already a known Ferrari of a synth, expect even more from the Access Virus TI2 Polar.

Access Virus TI2 Polar 37-key Synthesizer at a Glance:
* The "Ferrari" Just Got Better
* Robust effects section, with new TI2 effects
* Total Integration - enhanced Virus Control 3.0 plug-in
* 3 main oscillators and one sub-oscillator per voice
* Two fully independent filters and 2-dimensional modulation matrix
* Robust effects section, with new TI2 effects
* Each patch contains its own arpeggiator pattern
* Premium redesigned enclosure, lighter in weight"

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Arp Avatar vintage analog synthesizer

via this auction

"Rare Arp Avatar vintage analog synthesizer in mint condition works flawlessly, is perfectly tuned and scaled, and comes with original manual, hex pickup, ARP voltage pedal, ARP switch pedal, even the template for installing the pickup! All charts and manuals are in pristine condition, too.
The sliders are smooth and clean. Switches are tight and accurate.
I used this synth under cv/gate control and have no reason to believe there would be any problem if you want to use as a guitar synth. Everything is included. There is also an original tech manual and setting charts also included.
The Avatar is a cool alternative to the 2600 or Odyssey synths, allowing you to control from a midi to cv converter such as the Kenton Pro-solo, and being able to stand upright for easier access to the controls."

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NORD LEAD 3

via this auction

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Analogical madness (Plogue Bidule + Doepfer Dark Energy + AS Semblance + Moog FreqBox)

YouTube via GruithuisenCityMan | October 27, 2010

"Hello ! My name is Frederic Gerchambeau. I have made this movie. The music has been made in one take with Plogue Bidule (sequencer, mixer and various delay effects), a Doepfer Dark Energy, an Analogue Solutions Semblance and a Moog FreqBox. Enjoy !
http://www.myspace.com/fredericgercha..."