MATRIXSYNTH

Sequential Prophet VS rack mount synthesizer

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SN 2402 0396

555 TIMER Astable - Electronic KIT

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"Kit contains: PCB (Printed circuit board), 555timer chip, 8 pin IC socket 0.01uF ceramic Capacitor, 10uf electrolytic capacitor, 10 kohm resistor, 8 ohm speaker, 9v. battery plug, crocodile plug.

This Concrete kit can be used for various applications. It is based on the well known 555timer IC (Integrated circuit), a very functional completed chip that is used mainly in timing circuits. 555timer IC can be used for two basic operations, the monostable operation and astable operation.

In the Astable mode the IC does not operate in a constant situation, but changes from one situation to another. This is characterized as square wave oscillation

The square wave is periodical, not sine waveform which has the form of successive vibrations with constant width and duration.

The width of the ideal square wave, it varies continuously between two concrete points in short time intervals (let’s say from 0 volts in 9 volts depending on the benefit). By operating in this way, an LED for example, can blink constantly with the same rythm. In our case, in a speaker it will produce sound “predetermined” by the operating frequency.

With a little imagination, using this simple oscillating sound/noise generator, fun devices can be created, as well as using various electrical contact materials/objects as frequency controllers.

Between the second and third position of “P” and one of the two connectors, a resistor or trimmer can be added, for less sensitivity on the connectors.

Changing the “C1” capacitor for a larger one (± 0.1uf) and at reception “P” adding a potentiometer (± 1Kohm), then the producer can use other instruments with greater control – analog diy synth, some modified game (circuit bent), or use it as an autonomous signal generator ++.

Replacing the potentiometer with a photo resistor in place of “P” (2 & 3), the frequency of the oscillator can be controled from a short distance. Hiding the environment light from the photo resistor or lighting it with a torch, a type “Opto theremin” can be created.

Between the battery and the PCB (printed circuit board) a switch or button can be added or even both!

The output to the speaker can be connected on amplification, eg. to the input of an audio mixer, home sound system, computer speakers, effects, etc.

For more information about the 555 timer and circuits you can check on the Internet. Is very widespread and can be found on many web pages." Also see www.mocm.gr

The 555 timer pcb kit assemble.mp4

YouTube Uploaded by TheMOCM on Jun 22, 2011
previously posted
"MOCM 555 TIMER KIT - www.mocm.gr
One simple, funny and creative electronic project, hat can change daily objects in to musical instruments. In other wards, a simple square wave oscillator. a sound generator."

Synthrotek 16 Step Analog Sequencer w/ Space Drum Synth & Echo Quest

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"This is the crown jewel of American Made 16 step sequencers, let me name off the features:
- Full 16 Steps, that can be reset from 1-16 with the flip a switch and turn of our 8 step switch!
- On, Hold-Through, and Off functions per step
- Gate and S-Trig (for Moog synths)
- CV OUT with 2 voltage modes 9v and 5 volts (switched)
- Clock INPUT
- Clock OUT
- Reset sync for connecting multiple sequencers

- LED per step
- Variable Gate length (staccato to full step duration)
- Momentary and hard hold (stop) function for tuning each step
- Retro Console Design
- knobs and switches – get your hands on it!
THIS IS A COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED PROJECT – ASSEMBLED and WIRED by HAND in THE USA!

TAKES 9V CENTER NEGATIVE AC ADAPER 2.3CM"

YouTube Uploaded by synthrotek on Jun 29, 2011
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"http://www.synthrotek.com
This is the crown jewel of American Made 16 step sequencers, let me name off the features:
- Full 16 Steps, that can be reset from 1-16 with the flip a switch and turn of our 8 step switch!
- On, Hold-Through, and Off functions per step
- Gate and S-Trig (for Moog synths)
- CV OUT with 2 voltage modes 9v and 5 volts (switched)
- Clock INPUT
- Clock OUT
- Reset sync for connecting multiple sequencers
- LED per step
- Variable Gate length (staccato to full step duration)
- Momentary and hard hold (stop) function for tuning each step
- Retro Console Design
- knobs and switches -- get your hands on it!
THIS IS A COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED PROJECT -- ASSEMBLED and WIRED by HAND in THE USA!"

Nebulophone party

flickr By Dr. Bleep

"Upgraded Nebulophones getting ready to go out.
bleeplabs.com"

nineOnine TR-909 Emulator for iPad

"50% off introductory price until next major update.

The "nineOnine" for iPad is a simple sample-based emulation of Roland's classic TR-909 drum machine. With its look and feel the "nineOnine" draws close comparison to the original hardware device. The "nineOnine" not only emulates the sound but also the logic of programming and saving rhythm patterns, giving you that extra blast from the past.

FEATURES:
- 16 step drum sequencer
- 10 user defined presets
- 9 drum instruments
- 8 drum patterns (4 x 2 banks)
- 4 preset tracks
- Knob zoom for easier handling
- Effects rack (Reverb, Delay, BitCrush and Pan)
- Record and export loops in 16bit/44.1kHz stereo WAV format

For more info please refer to the "nineOnine" tutorial.

NEXT MAJOR UPDATE:
- Knob automation
- Wi-Fi MIDI sync
- Full sound synthesis
- Step or Tap pattern write mode
- More patterns and presets
- User defined Track Play
- "Broken" will be fixed
- Improved graphics

#NOTE

- For this release Track Play is preset and can not be user defined. You can find more about that in Help section in the app.

- "nineOnine" is a dedicated iPad app (iOS 3.2 or later)"

nineOnine - Mirko Trkulja - iTunes
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Haesslich & Fonitronik - Happy Knobbing 2011 Jams

YouTube Uploaded by Moogulator on Jun 29, 2011

"Haesslich & Fonitronik - Happy Knobbing 2011 Jams"

New TNR-i Tenori ON iPad iPhone! - MOST DETAILED REVIEW - Part B - Hardware Software

YouTube Uploaded by VJFranzK on Jun 29, 2011

"The new APP! How does it compare to the original machine? I have both, so I'll tell you in DETAIL. Subscribe to VJ Franz K, for the most entertaining and informative reviews of electronic music gear and apps!"

TNR-i - US - Yamaha Corporation of America
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circuit bent blaber toy blaber.mp4

YouTube Uploaded by drmoonstien on Jun 29, 2011
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MoogLab Adds One-of-a-Kind Novitiate Educational Synth by Dewanatron

"Bob Moog Foundation Acquires One-of-a-Kind Synthesizer for MooLab Educational Program

June 29, 2011 -- Asheville, N.C. — To further the Bob Moog Foundation’s goal of teaching science through music, Executive Director Michelle Moog-Koussa commissioned the unique synth builder Dewanatron to construct an equally unique electronic musical instrument. The result is the Novitiate, a literally one-of-a-kind device stripped down to a synthesizer’s most fundamental functions and built entirely with the Foundation’s needs in mind. Its purpose is to aid in teaching beginners the basics of synthesis, without the distraction of unnecessary bells and whistles.

The Novitiate was donated to the Bob Moog Foundation by Dewanatron, a company that builds solid-state analog electronic musical instruments. The result of collaboration between artist/musician Brian Dewan and inventor/musician Leon Dewan, Dewanatron has gained considerable attention from the Swarmatron, a synth featured in the Academy Award-winning soundtrack to The Social Network, composed by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.

Housed in a furniture-grade poplar cabinet, the Novitiate has 1950s sci-fi movie styling that’s best described as “futuristically retro.” The front panel’s four sections—oscillator, modulation, filter, and envelope—each demonstrate a primary synthesizer function. According to Leon Dewan, “We designed in the Novitiate something very simple for someone who doesn’t know anything about synthesis to start with and just get a handle on the basics of waveforms and filtering and frequency modulation.”

Brian Dewan adds, “It’s the first instrument we made that was not really conceived of as first and foremost for making music. It’s really made for understanding synthesis.”

“Where modern day synthesizers can be a bit overwhelming for new students of synthesis,” says Michelle Moog-Koussa, “the Novitiate does a beautiful job of presenting the four basic building blocks of analog synthesis in an accessible and compelling manner. We are delighted to add the Novitiate to our MoogLab program and we are deeply grateful to Brian and Leon Dewan for supporting our educational initiatives with this custom instrument.”

The Novitiate is an especially valuable asset to MoogLab, the Foundation’s outreach program for taking hands-on experience with electronic instruments into schools and the broader community. Its next public appearance will be at The Artery in Asheville during Pushing the Envelope: ADSR, a multimedia art show beginning July 9 and ending July 30, 2011.

For more information and photos on the Novitiate:
http://www.moogfoundation.org/2011/mooglabs-novitiate-educational-synth-by-dewanatron/

For more information on MoogLab:
http://www.moogfoundation.org/2011/mooglab-residency-at-claxton-elementary/

For information on Dewanatron:
www.dewanatron.com

For information on Swarmatron:
http://www.newyorker.com/talk/2011/01/24/110124ta_talk_paumgarten"