EMS VCS3 Torture Device on MacGyver

via Computer Music Guide

"Here’s a bit of synth spotting I did last night while watching MacGyver on Netflix. This VCS 3 made an appearance in S.2 Ep.13 as some sort of electronic torture device in the episode. A KITT-esque scanner bar was added to the bottom left of the synth for visual effect."

Someone mentioned it in the comments of the Synths In TV and Film post. We now have a picture. :)

Update: It's featured in this trailer as well.

Arturia Minimoog V Original Is Free Today June 21

Follow the steps here. You have to Like the page on Facebook, submit a user name and email and then they email the download link to that address. I'm still waiting for mine after 20 minutes or so... Hmm... If anyone gets it to work, let me know.

willzyx.com 10% off x0xb0x kits until June 30th

via willzyx.com/

"Just letting you know that I am running a 10% off promotion until the end of june. Just use the coupon code: june acid at checkout for 10% off your order."

This one cross-posted on MATRIXSYNTH-P as well.

Phased Reverberated Chords

Phased Reverberated Chords by Banyek

"Another one with the new custom built spring reverb and the Doepfer A-125 VC Phaser
Chords (as usual) are from the Elektronika EM-25 Russian String Synth into the Slim Phatty's Filter sequenced by my MFOS 16-step.

50% of the audio is "dry" another 50% is a phased channel sent into the Spring Reverb.
"Singing" tones are achieved by tweaking the shift knob (gently).

Don't worry, you know that I come up with "real tracks" too... :)

Donations are always welcome: http://banyek.bandcamp.com"

via Hargitai András on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

New intellijel Modules - Rubicon, Audio Interface, Dixie II & Ctrl, Quadra

Spotted these on modular.br on Facebook

They are not currently listed on the intellijel site.

Pictured: RUBICON, AUDIO INTERFACE, DIXIE II, Dixie CTRL, QUADRA, ?

Update: Details in via intellijel:

We have been hard at work getting a bunch of new and exciting modules developed and finally into production.

1. RUBICON – Full featured Through Zero FM Triangle Core VCO
2. QUADRA – a quad multimode function generator (aka envelopes)
3. QUADRA EXPANDER – Adds VC control of Attack/Decay, Quadrature modes and Analog OR processing
4. AUDIO INTERFACE – Stereo 1/4″ TRS balanced line in and line out module with true rms VU meters
5. DIXIE II – Compact Triangle core VCO/LFO
6. DIXIE CTRL – Expander module for DIXIE I & II

KORG Releases Polysix for Reason

"Korg USA Announces Polysix for Propellerhead's Rack Extension Plugin Format

MELVILLE, NY, June 21, 2012 - Korg's original Polysix programmable six-voice polyphonic analog synthesizer was introduced in 1981. With a full-sounding voice structure, classic effects and performance functions, the Polysix became a world-wide hit. Its distinctive string and pad sounds are still often heard to this day.

Now Korg announces the Polysix for Reason, a software version developed for Propellerhead's new Rack Extension Plugin format for Reason. In addition to faithfully replicating the original sounds, the Polysix for Reason also adds enhancements such as 32-voice polyphony (max), up to 16-voice unison (with detune/spread function), flexible external modulation settings, MIDI clock synchronization, and a spread function that adjusts the spaciousness of the effects. This new functionality brings the classic Polysix up to date for use in modern music production.

The software interface provides reorganized knobs and switches that resurrect the Polysix in a contemporary "rack-mountable" form for intuitive operation and sound-creating versatility.

Polysix for Reason will be available for download at Propellerhead's web-shop shop.propellerheads.se on June 21st for U.S. $49.00 (additional product information can be found at: www.korg.com/polysixforreason)."

CONTROL Brooklyn Pics & a Wooden Modular

via Joseph Raglani on
The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

http://ctrl-mod.com/
Update: It's worth noting these pics were taken before the opening while things were still being set up. Expect to find more when you visit.

More pics at THE SIXTH EAR
"CONTROL. Brooklyn’s new modular synthesizer boutique and record store.

Driphouse’s Daren Ho and Jonas Asher have just opened New York’s premier synthesizer boutique. If you’re on the east coast you no longer have to wait for modules to arrive from California, just visit CONTROL in Williamsburg.

You can test drive modules there. They have two 9U portable cases in their two listening stations. Modules such as Make Noise, 4MS, Synthesis Technology, Pittsburgh Modular, Malekko/Wiard, Blue Lantern, and more.

In addition to synthesizers they also have a nice selection of Synth-centric LPs and cassettes. Including new releases by Editions Mego, Bureau B, Spectrum Spools and many other forward leaning independent electronic labels.

Control will definitely be a destination whenever I’m in NY.

416 Lorimer St. Brooklyn, New York. 11206."

The Chromatropolis

via For Musicians Only where you'll find additional pics and full details.

"This magnificently monstrous assemblage of analog synth gear is comprised of the Rhodes Chroma, Chroma Expander, and a brand new Chroma Enabler. I have christened the three units collectively as the Chromatropolis. I thought it deserved a much grander name than "Chroma stuff" or "Chroma, etc." I also thought it would be easier to use a single name as way of referring to the three units, rather than having to say "Chroma, Expander, and Enabler" over and over again. As far as I know, I am currently the only one who has all three units."

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Stoicheia

YouTube Uploaded by alienjim on May 13, 2012

Rebel Technology

YAMAHA E1005 reverb test

YouTube Published on Jun 20, 2012 by canmarcvancouver

"A quick test demonstrating the delay and modulation features of the Yamaha e1005. It's a great sounding old school effect."

via Lace DjLace Dj on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge