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Wednesday, November 24, 2010
FROSTWAVE RESONATOR - MS-20 Analog Synth Filter Clone
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"Without question, the most famous beloved feature of the classic Korg MS-20 synth is its inimitable filter section - combining a low pass and high pass filter. The Frostwave Resonator replicates this effect in a convenient, portable pedal form. Now out of production, these are becoming more rare and more expensive. Get this now while it's still reasonably priced!
The Frostwave Resonator is a very versatile analog filter. It can take any weedy sample, loop, mix or instrument and give it some fat analog tone or some crunchy lofi grit.
It can create filter sweeps, from subtle to extreme, generate booming sub bass, and take any standard instrument or signal and give it an "analogue" sounding treatment- run a flat drummachine or sound loop via the resonator and you will get big analog drums and samples on the other side....The Resonator can also self oscillate, creating spacey, atmospheric sounds on it's own without any input source. Combined with other effects some amazing and unique sounds can be generated."
Memotron by Manikin Electronic
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"like new Memotron by Manikin-Electronic. This particular example, serial number 07 2109, is in mint condition and includes; (3) original sound library CDs, the original CF data card, an original volume pedal, the original owner's manual, and an IEC power cable. With a combined retail value well over $3,000.00, take advantage of this opportunity to buy a fantastic keyboard for much less!
While digital-based Mellotron emulators have existed for over 20 years, nothing compares to the Memotron. Intuitive, practical and accessible, the Memotron is exceedingly easy to use. With a thoughtful controls layout and software with simple navigation, this keyboard functions just as sharp as it looks. The craftsmanship of the Memotron respectfully puts an original M400 to shame. The high quality cabinet nicely showcases the attractive hardware, keyboard and back panel. Plus, this magnificent keyboard only weighs 12kg!
Perhaps most importantly, the Memotron sounds great. With a comprehensive collection of classic Mellotron sounds, instant access is available at the press of a button, as opposed to the ordeal entertained when changing a single tape frame. Having been conceptualized by one of the world's foremost Mellotron experts, the sound samples were meticulously crafted to honestly represent genuine Mellotron tape racks. All idiosyncratic characteristics included, the samples feature the unique sounds of a Mellotron without replicating it's inconsistent mechanical nature.
The Memotron's action is rather similar to a Mellotron's, well, the weight of the keys are consistent with the original. However, the touch sensitivity was not reproduced, nor was the sensation of resistance when played. Possibly considered an improvement by some, the action of the Memotron is more conducive for recording and accurate playing. While a Mellotron requires slight finessing and a particularized playing approach, the Memotron is straight-forward.
The Memotron is, without a doubt, the 20th century's Mellotron, and is perfect for both modern studios and live applications.
Check out this great article for an elbaorate review: http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/sep09/articles/mememotron.htm"
Telemark iPhone fun.MOV
YouTube via ASUKLTD | November 24, 2010 | 0 likes, 0 dislikes
"Analogue Solutions Telemark recorded on iPhone4"
Are Friends Electric by Gary Numan - live performance by Hyperdust
YouTube via hyperdust7 | November 23, 2010 | 2 likes, 0 dislikes
"I'm really enjoying working out cover songs on my synths of classic early 80's electro tracks. I think this one came out really well - Are Friends Electric? by Gary Numan and the Tubeway Army. Beats are on Korg Electribe with the fantastic synth line on my Moog Voyager Old School. I saw a video of the Tubeway Army playing on The Old Grey Whistle Test and it looked like they were playing the main synth line on a MiniMoog, so it should sound right."
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
SCI Prophet VS + Roland Juno-60 + Moog Source
YouTube via retrosound72 | November 23, 2010 | 0 likes, 0 dislikes
"vintage synth demo track by RetroSound
soundtrack theme: View in my Soul
analog strings and pad sounds: SCI Prophet VS
arpeggio: Roland Juno-60
deep bass: Moog Source
audio @ Soundcloud: http://soundcloud.com/retrosound/view..."
roland system 100 + dynacord.m4v
YouTube via polyvoks | November 23, 2010 |
"roland system 100 simple sequence with dynacord DRS78 delay"
Grendel Drone Commander Analog Mono Synth
via this auction"very unique modern analog monosynth, the Grendel Drone Commander by Eric Archer. Lacking voltage control of oscillators or gate, this synth is designed for one thing, and one thing alone: analog drones. And it does them very, very well.
With a total of 9 knobs, the Drone Commander offers two manually-tuned oscillators and two LFOs, plus an unusually colorful and nasty filter. LFO1 is an analog variable-shape oscillator, and LFO2 is a pulse waveform that auto-synchronizes to LFO1 at a ratio of 2x, 4x, 8x, or 16x. Both LFOs can be routed to the filter for rhythmic patterns. A line-level output jack is provided for connection to amplifiers or effects.
The sound samples on this page are recorded with one Drone Commander plugged straight into a Fender Princeton Chorus.
Six of the Drone Commander’s nine knobs double as push-pull switches to control signal routing and waveform selection. Scroll to the bottom of this page to view the control layout.
red panel, black text, black plastic knobsnatural panel, black text, natural aluminum knobs
gold panel, black text, gold “marshall” knobs
black panel, no text, black aluminum knobs
The Drone Commander is housed in a dark green military ammunition case with engraved aluminum control panel. The case is welded steel with an easily removable, rubber gasketed lid. There is almost no plastic in the drone commander! It measures 10″(w) x 7″(h) x 3.5″(d), and weighs about 6 lbs.
The unit is powered by a 9V battery accessible through a slide-out drawer in the side, as well as a 9VDC adapter.
Filter CV input (0-10V) and clock pulse output (+8V) are now standard features."
See http://ericarcher.net/devices/drone-commander/ for samples and more. Video previously posted here.
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