Thursday, March 15, 2012
Funky Gameboy electro
Custom Beat707

via William Kalfelz of Beat707 on
The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge
via OnOff on the Beat707 Forum
"Beat707 is an Arduino Shield that adds several neat features to your musical arsenal. You get a 32 step machine, (plus 32 double-steps for a total of 64 steps) with 16 step buttons and leds, LCD screen and navigation keys. It's like the classic Roland TR707 but with some twists, as it actually has 64 x 1/32 or 32 x 1/64 steps. Plus, the 2 note-step sequence feature allows you to do bass and/or synth grooves -- it's a MIDI groove-box all in one ! The unit doesn't produce any sound, it's all MIDI based, so you can use any MIDI compatible device."
1988 FORMANTA-MINI Soviet Vintage Keytar
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via this auction
"SOVIET EXTREMELY RARE KEYTAR ANALOG POLY SYNTHESIZER.
• IT WAS MANUFACTURED IN SAME FORMANTA POLIVOKS FACTORY, THIS MODEL ARE FROM THE LATEST FORMANTA SYNTHS LINE AS KVINTET, MAESTRO, FORMANTA P-432.

• This auction synth was made in 1988 in USSR.
• IT HAS 32 VERY UNIQUE AND POWERFUL PRESET SOUNDS, 4 VOICES POLYPHONY, UNISON MODE, MODULATION CONTROL AND OTHER FUNCTIONS.

• FORMANTA-MINI is a polyphonic synthesizer. It features a unique set of electronic parts, reliable keyboard (41 notes C–E) made in magnetically controlled contacts; synthesis modules consist of independent boards, which is convenient for maintenance.
• The synthesizer has 4-voices polyphony.
• Controls:
PRESET SELECT KNOBS - BANKS 0-3, SOUNDS 0-7
UNISON MODE - ON/OFF
FINE TUNING +/- 1 SEMITONE
VIBRATO - Depth, Rate
MAIN VOLUME LEVEL
Control on the grip: 2 SUSTAIN, VIBRATO, SOLO buttons, GLISSANDO CONTROLLER (SLIDE PITCH SHIFTER)
• Synth with direct cable is connected to external power supply and amplifier box .Connection on external aplifier : on/off switch, Audio OUTPUT on standard 1/4''jack, Synth input with 5-Din connector (cable included)"
Translation of presets below.

via this auction
"SOVIET EXTREMELY RARE KEYTAR ANALOG POLY SYNTHESIZER.
• IT WAS MANUFACTURED IN SAME FORMANTA POLIVOKS FACTORY, THIS MODEL ARE FROM THE LATEST FORMANTA SYNTHS LINE AS KVINTET, MAESTRO, FORMANTA P-432.

• This auction synth was made in 1988 in USSR.
• IT HAS 32 VERY UNIQUE AND POWERFUL PRESET SOUNDS, 4 VOICES POLYPHONY, UNISON MODE, MODULATION CONTROL AND OTHER FUNCTIONS.

• FORMANTA-MINI is a polyphonic synthesizer. It features a unique set of electronic parts, reliable keyboard (41 notes C–E) made in magnetically controlled contacts; synthesis modules consist of independent boards, which is convenient for maintenance.
• The synthesizer has 4-voices polyphony.
• Controls:
PRESET SELECT KNOBS - BANKS 0-3, SOUNDS 0-7
UNISON MODE - ON/OFF
FINE TUNING +/- 1 SEMITONE
VIBRATO - Depth, Rate
MAIN VOLUME LEVEL
Control on the grip: 2 SUSTAIN, VIBRATO, SOLO buttons, GLISSANDO CONTROLLER (SLIDE PITCH SHIFTER)
• Synth with direct cable is connected to external power supply and amplifier box .Connection on external aplifier : on/off switch, Audio OUTPUT on standard 1/4''jack, Synth input with 5-Din connector (cable included)"
Translation of presets below.
WMD - Micro Hadron Collider
YouTube Uploaded by thedeepelement on Mar 15, 2012
"Dual channel, dual filter from WMD: http://trashaudio.com/?p=7398"
Update: video re-uploaded.
Roland Guitar Synthesizers - GR-33B, GR-300, G-303 and US-2
Roland US-2 Turbo Vintage Guitar Synth Switcher GR-300 Parker PM-10 Korg Kronos GM-70
YouTube Uploaded by WayneJoness on Mar 14, 2012
"http://www.gr300.com A vintage Roland US-2 is modified with modern, 25-pin DB 25 connectors, and optional EV-5 inputs for independent control over CV#1 (filter), CV#2 (resonance) and CV#4 (lfo). A Parker PM-10 is used with a RC-1324-VR to connect to the US-2 Turbo, with a Roland GR-300 connected to the Synth A output, and a GM-70 connected to the Synth B output. The GM-70 is driving a Korg Kronos 88."
Update:
Roland Guitar Synthesizers - GR-33B, GR-300, G-303 and US-2
YouTube Uploaded by WayneJoness on Mar 15, 2012
"At last! An answer to the question, can you play a vintage Roland GR-33B bass synthesizer with a vintage Roland G-303 guitar. Yes, you can! This clip show the Roland G-303 guitar playing the GR-33B and GR-300 at the same time, using the very rare Roland US-2."
YouTube Uploaded by WayneJoness on Mar 14, 2012
"http://www.gr300.com A vintage Roland US-2 is modified with modern, 25-pin DB 25 connectors, and optional EV-5 inputs for independent control over CV#1 (filter), CV#2 (resonance) and CV#4 (lfo). A Parker PM-10 is used with a RC-1324-VR to connect to the US-2 Turbo, with a Roland GR-300 connected to the Synth A output, and a GM-70 connected to the Synth B output. The GM-70 is driving a Korg Kronos 88."
Update:
Roland Guitar Synthesizers - GR-33B, GR-300, G-303 and US-2
YouTube Uploaded by WayneJoness on Mar 15, 2012
"At last! An answer to the question, can you play a vintage Roland GR-33B bass synthesizer with a vintage Roland G-303 guitar. Yes, you can! This clip show the Roland G-303 guitar playing the GR-33B and GR-300 at the same time, using the very rare Roland US-2."
See dealers on the right for pricing and availability on gear.
LABELS/MORE: Alternate Controllers, Featured, Guitar Synths, Roland, Video
LABELS/MORE: Alternate Controllers, Featured, Guitar Synths, Roland, Video
Meet the Knobbers - GRP A-8 Analog workshop with Enrico Cosimi
YouTube Uploaded by xtal202 on Mar 13, 2012
"A short video shoot while Enrico Cosmi was preparing the GRP A-8 for the Analog workshop at Meet the Knobbers on 25-2-2012 in Siena @Soundy"
via Francesco Poggianti
The Knobbers preparing Synth & Sausages (analog modular synth jam)
YouTube Uploaded by xtal202 on Jan 17, 2012
"Testing the analog set up for Meet The Knobbers 'Synth & Sausages'
The Knobbers are Andrea Pedra & Francesco Poggianti"
New Pic of the MacBeth Production Prototype Model micromac

via Ken MacBeth on Facebook
"The production model prototype of the micromac sit's on top of my ASR-10 ready for tommorows Progressive Rock action! The Majestic 12 Mk1 systems awaits too!"
See the MacBeth label below for more.
Serge/Kyma Improvs by cebec
Doepfer A189-1 VBM Voltage Controlled Bit Modifier Basics
YouTube Uploaded by raulsworldofsynths on Oct 9, 2011
"Video outlining the basic features of the Doepfer A189-1 VBM, Voltage Controlled Bit Modifier.Sound and Video by Raul Pena. Next Video: Doepfer A189-1 VBM, Voltage Controlled Bit Modifier-Bit Crushing Demo."
Doepfer A189-1 VC Bit Modifier-Bit Crushing
YouTube Uploaded by raulsworldofsynths on Oct 9, 2011
"Demonstration of the bit crushing capabilities of the Doepfer A 189-1 VBM Voltage Controlled Bit Modifier.Next Video: Demonstrates of the sample rate modifications of the Doepfer A 189-1 VBM Voltage Controlled Bit Modifier on audio Music Track"Texas" by Merryman, used with permission from James Merryman. Available on iTunes.Sound and Video by Raul Pena."
Doepfer A189-1 VC Bit Modifier Demo -Sample Rate -
YouTube Uploaded by raulsworldofsynths on Oct 9, 2011
"Demonstration of the sample rate capabilities of the Doepfer A 189-1 VBM Voltage Controlled Bit Modifier.Next Video: Demonstrations of Voltage Controlled adjustment of Bitcrushing and Sample Rate with the A189-1 VBM.Music Track"Texas" by Merryman, used with permission from James Merryman. Available on iTunes. Sound and Video by Raul Pena."
Doepfer A189-1 VBM Voltage Controlled Bit Modifier Modulation Demo-Bit Crushing
YouTube Uploaded by raulsworldofsynths on Oct 10, 2011
"Demonstration of the Modulation Capabilities of the Bitcrushing parameter of the Doepfer A189-1 VBM Voltage Controlled Bit Modifier.Track "glimaxc" by Raul Pena III used with permission of Raul Pena III, available on iTunes.Sound and Video by Raul Pena.
Next Video in Series: Doepfer A189-1 VBM Voltage Controlled Bit Modifier Modulation Demo-Sample Rate."
Doepfer A189-1 VBM Modulation Demo-Sample Rate
YouTube Published on Apr 12, 2012 by raulsworldofsynths
"Demonstration of the Modulation Capabilities of the Sample Rate parameter of the Doepfer A189-1 VBM Voltage Controlled Bit Modifier.Track "glimaxc" by Raul Pena III used with permission of Raul Pena III, available on iTunes.Sound and Video by Raul Pena.
Next Video in Series: CV Processing with the Doepfer A189-1 VBM."
Processing CV with Doepfer A189-1 VBM-Voltage Controlled Bit Modifier
YouTube Published on Apr 19, 2012 by raulsworldofsynths
"Experimental use of the Doepfer A189-1 VBM Voltage controlled Bit Modifier to process control voltages."
Processing CV with Doepfer A189-1 VBM Part Two
YouTube Published on Apr 26, 2012 by raulsworldofsynths
"Experimental use of the Doepfer A189-1 VBM Voltage controlled Bit Modifier to process control voltages.Sound and Video by Raul Pena."
Also see:
Ring Modulation of Basic Waveforms with Doepfer A114 Ring Mod
Doepfer A131 VCA Intro
Doepfer A101-2- LPG Modes
Sample and Hold with Doepfer A148
Doepfer A118 Filtering with A120 VCF Low Pass Filter
Doepfer A110 Filtering with A101-2 and A120
Doepfer A110 VCO /A145 LFO-Pulse Width Modulation
Doepfer A110 VCO Features and Functions Tutorial
Doepfer A188-1 BBD Basics
See dealers on the right for pricing and availability on gear.
LABELS/MORE: Doepfer, Featured, synth tutorials, Video
LABELS/MORE: Doepfer, Featured, synth tutorials, Video
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