Two Linns

LM-2 on top of LM-1. Follow-up to the last two posts (here and here if you find this via search or the archives). Thought this one deserved it's own post.

1982 Linn LM-1 with Tuning Mod

via this auction
"Here are all the details of the unit.

1982 Linn LM-1 - SN# 446 (out of 600~)

- I have moved the tuning pots from the rear of the unit onto the front panel where the panning switches used to be. The pan switches set the sound hard left, hard right or centre so they weren't too useful anyway.

- I have purchased matching Kilo knobs for the front tuners which should turn up in the post any day now and will be included (68 USD).

- This is one of the later Rev3 models which has extra filters on the bass etc and sound better according to Bruce Forat (Prince has Rev2 and 3 units). Also this has the better buttons which stick out and can be replaced (the final Rev3 units had buttons there were not as nice and couldnt be replaced).

- On the back there are two switches, one which changes the kick from LM-1 to LinnDrum kick and another that changes the tamb to a sharp splashy snare (these are both 32bit LinnDrum chips so you can put any singular chip from a LinnDrum in there).

- There is also a third switch that doesnt seems to do anything plus a parallel port that connects up to the front buttons and was most likely used to trigger the Linn externally.

The thing that made this unit so special is that it was the first ever programable drum machine that played digital samples of acoustic drums. Back in the early 80s drummers feared for their careers as they because popular because anyone could program their own drums now. With a price tag of $3995 - $5500 only studios could afford to own one.

To have a look at the list of artists who recorded with the LM-1 see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linn_LM-1 Artists include: Michael Jackson, Harold Faltermeyer, Human Leagure, Madonna, Prince still uses it to this day for his signature sound."

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1983 LinnDrum LM2 with Midi and Tuning Mod

via this auction
"Here is a list of the things that set this LinnDrum apart from a stock one: 1983 LinnDrum - SN# 1270

- JL Cooper Midi mod - Allows you to connect to a pc and receive midi signals, so you can program the drums in logic etc and have the signals sent out to the Linn, very cool.
It can also be used to send midi to other midi devices etc.

- Added tuning knobs for Bass, Hi-Hat, Ride, Crash, Cabasa, Tamb and Clap. This took me 100+ hours to build the tuning board and get everything to work. I also bought the original knobs from Forat for $45. I didn't get to finish the sidestick tuning mod but have all the parts and instructions which I will include (the knob is installed/labeled).

- Replaced 8 sliders which were scratchy - I wanted this thing to be perfect so I bought replacement sliders from Forat for $15 each ($120) it took a day to solder them in.

- Replaced 2 missing feet and 1 slider cap with an original (will include spares from Forat).

- Installed large thumb screws which make it easy to open up the Linn to change sounds etc.

- I also replaced the batteries so it will be good for another 10 years.

The condition of the unit is fantastic with only a small chip off one of the wood corners (right rear) and a scratch on the Linn logo."

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Waldorf Blofeld Tracks by Emil Holtz

"All synths from Blofeld as well as some bass drums and hi hats (3min. into Bretagne Woods is solo-Blofeld for ex.). Including working examples of clocked LFOs to generate rhythmic cutoff modulations, clocked Arps et cetera."

Bretagne Woods by Emil Holtz
"Emil Holtz feat. st. gernand, velolala, Klausi, Moppel"

Emil's Birth by Emil Holtz
"Emil Holtz feat. Elektroreise, Andi lang

Copyright: St. Gernand, velolala, Träsh, Andi Lang, Emil Holtz"

Bratze in b-Proll by Emil Holtz
"St. Gernand und Emil Holtz machen auf dicke Hose und Velolala flüstert dazu.

I hope this fits in here."

Roland System 100M

via this auction

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Olegtron* 3-Axis 01

YouTube via olegtron | November 01, 2010

"A game console from the future. Players use knobs to tune 3 oscillators (3/4 CMOS 4093) and seek for harmony in sound and picture. Oscillators control 3 multiplexers (3 x CMOS 4516&4067) that move two light dots on the 3-color 38-pixel hexagonal led matrix display. Fourth oscillator (1/4 CMOS 4093) blinks the whole display. Sounds are mixed together with a parity bit generator made out of a CMOS 4070."

rsf Desktop Modular and Modular 11

via VEMIA

"Extremely rare and sought after RSF MODULAR 11 (only 20 Systems made) from 1976. THE Father of KOBOLs, EXPANDERS and POLYKOBOL. That system contains 3 VCO 11, 1 VCF 11, 1 VCA 11, 1 GEU 11 ( ADSR + AR ), 1 ALIM 11, 1 Multiples + 2 CV in + 2 Gate in, 1 VCP 11, 1 VCP 12 ( 2 EXTRAORDINARY Analog phasers / flangers with a GORGEOUS SOUND ) The system is built in a lovely wooden case. As in an ARP 2600, some modulations are prepatched for some modules. The sound is Massive and Wonderful! Nevertheless, it will need a good synth technician WIZARD to precisely Tune and Calibrate the VCOs as they are really ' out of tune ' at the moment! You can see some pictures of the individual modules on the official RSF Site. Runs on 220 V. Cosmetics very good. Needs tuning and calibration. In northern France. Collection by VEMIA should be possible."

via VEMIA

Also see this post and of course the rsf label below.

"For sale here is a RSF Modular 11 system which contains 8 modules + a multiple patchbay underneath. System has 2x VCO, 1x GEV(env), 2x VCA, 1x MNT(mixer), 1x VCF, 1x ALM(power supply).The modules need to be wired again, some minor repairs and calibration need to be done to get this fully functional again. Not many of these modules were produced during 1977-1978. Only about 300 modules maximum, and that for a total of 20 systems worldwide. So these RSF modules are even rarer than old Buchla modules, which were produced in quantities of 500 modules. This is certainly a great addition for the real analog purist who wants something different than the mainstream modulars offered today. The VCO's have a very fat sound and the frequency level that can be reached is amazing. RSF Modular 11 doesn't realy pop up everyday, it's just pure luck that there is another Modular 11 here on Vemia, otherwise it might take you ages to get your hands on one. A picture will be on display asap."

Herb Deutsch's Minimoog for Auction

via VEMIA

"this is an RA MINIMOOG serial number 1034 which means serial 34. very early ra minimoog with a historic value. this is herbert Deutsch's RA minimoog. you can check this with the serial number on the moog archives. herbert Deutsch is the man who co invented the moog modular synthesizer with bob Moog. he also composed the first piece of music for moog synthesizer. this is a true collectors gem. synth is working but needs an overhaul."

Dr Zinovieff's original Synthi A Up for Auction

via VEMIA

"A great chance to own a piece of history, and a wonderful example of a classic instrument. This is Dr Peter Zinovieff's own Synthi A, serial number 4016, which has been beautifully restored by Robin Wood at EMS in the last two months and is in perfect working order. Work done included replacing all three vernier knobs, servicing the joystick to make it a joy to use, and replacing eight pins with new ones - as well as getting it all up to Robin's exacting specs. Four badly-done mods were removed. The case was also provided by Robin. The earliest Synthis often didn't have cases, so Robin has spared one of his last few to make this instrument complete. It has a couple of repairs to the edge, visible if you look very closely at botom left and top right; and seems to have a small gap in the top left corner. But the metalwork and general condition is exceptional - see the photo. The main differences from the machine as designed are that the two main audio oscillators (VCO1 and VCO2) have had the stabilisation mod, and the input gain on channel one has been converted to a ten-turn pot - all very useful. Cosmetically it is very nice indeed, as evidenced by the photos. It will come with Dr. Zinovieff's full written provenance (he believes this is the actual Synthi used in the 'Every Picnic Needs a Synthi' advert), and his signature on the instrument wherever you choose. In the composite photo is a picture of Robin Wood and Dr Zinovieff after the servicing was completed in September."

ether^ra ASSEMBLAGE OF AMPLITUDES

YouTube via potterpaint2000 | November 01, 2010

"an improv featuring Serges, a Doepfer Dark Energy, a Korg MS20, plus a MFB-503 and fx. http://etherra.blogspot.com"