Brendan Byrne Re-opens Ex-Etsy Boutique Synth DIY Shop as Xiwi Electronics

Brendan Byrne wrote in to let us know his new shop is now online. You'll find it at http://xiwielectronics.com. You might remember from this post that his Etsy shop was recently closed down. Be sure to check out the new shop for what he has to offer.

For the archives, this is officially the first Xiwi Electronics post.

Mode Machines Juno F-106 in the Flesh

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Mode Machines Roland Juno-106 filter clone.

via John Fisher on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

And a few more pics not previously posted via this auction:

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Now on sale: The new Moon Modular M506 VCModifier

Published on Jun 5, 2013 moonmodular·60 videos

"The first module of the new audio range: The Voltage Controlled Modifier M506 is a combination of a 12/18/24db VC low pass filter and a VCA. More details on http://www.moonmodular.com"

Tyme Sefari as a Crazy Sequencer

Published on Jun 5, 2013 Human Koala·55 videos

"A modular sequence controled by Planar Joystick and sampled by Tyme sefari as a crazy looper , No External FX"

Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata, Adagio sostenuto [piano + synth]

Published on Nov 10, 2012 Didlybom·32 videos

"Beethoven - Piano Sonata No.14 in C sharp minor 'Moonlight Sonata' Op.27 No.2, Movement I: Adagio sostenuto (1801)

Adding a lot of reverb and dark synth pads to this piece, making it sound a little bit like something out of Vangelis' Blade Runner soundtrack. I'm playing it too fast.

The instrument is a Nord Stage 2 using a sampled Steinway Model D grand piano, some virtual analog synthesizer, and an enormous amount of reverb.

Better sound: https://soundcloud.com/didlybom/beeth..."



via Olivier Lebra on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

Rare Modded 1970s Mego Muson Synthesizer with Original Box SN 00357

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"This is an auction for a rare Mego Muson synthesizer from the 1970s. It is in working condition with original box. I modified this unit several years ago by adding a small volume pot on the side and a 1/4" jack on the back to facilitate better recording of this unit (see photo). When a cord is plugged into the back the speaker is bypassed and the pot scales the output volume. When there is no cord plugged in the sound comes out the speaker and the pot scales the volume.

The unit is in really good shape as you can see in the photos. There is some slight curling on the very edges of the stickers and the foam in the battery compartment is no longer spongy and is a little browned. I have a little folded piece of paper towel in there that I put over the batteries to keep them snug in the compartment like the foam used to.

Also included is a non-original black hard case that works perfectly for transporting the unit (see photo). I will ship the Muson inside the black case with that inside a cardboard box with appropriate padding. The original box I will flatten and put in that same cardboard box. The original box is in ok shape but there is some discoloring and one of the inside flaps has come off completely (see photos).

The serial number sticker fell off but it will be included in this auction (see photo - it used to be on the bottom of the unit)..."

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VOICE EXPANSION for the Clavia Nord Lead

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"There are some people out there that only have 4 voices in their Nord. I can only imagine. That's just a single layer away from duo-phonic (not what Clavia had intended for performance bank use)... It was pulled from a working Nord in our studio. 100% functioning. A rare find on eBay, mint, at half the price of retail.

* Note * - This is for a Nord lead 1 only and will not work with a Nord lead 2 or 3.
This item is only if your Nord 1 is un-expanded with only 4 voices. This expansion will add 8 additional voices (bringing the total to 12 voices). A Nord lead that is already expanded will have a black PCMCIA card eject button sticking out of the side of the opening in back. Nords that already have the expansion installed will also display an 'E' during start-up. This will not be able to add voices to Nord 1 synths that already have the expansion installed in them, so please be certain. Installation: to be performed by someone who has experience with ESD safe practice, such as with PC upgrading work"

MODE MACHINES SID

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"SID is a Synthesizer and 8 Bit Groovebox. SID offers a fun all-in-one solution to 8 Bit synthesis and composition.
 The hardware layout is simple and easy to use, while the librarian software, (available for free download from modemachines.com & compatible with all Operating systems), enables you to dig deep into the SID's functionality and tweak to your heart's content. Craft sounds by modulating up to 24 parameters via hand drawn graphs. Create wavetable drum sounds and special effects!

The entire banks of sounds is stored in the SID so you can unplug from computer and take on the road.
 SID is also a step sequencer enabling you to create both percussive and melodic patterns.

Features

• 100 + patches
• 50 + wavetable drum sounds / effects
• AUDIO IN
• AUDIO OUT
• MIDI IN
• MIDI OUT"

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EML ElectroComp 101

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via this auction

According to the listing, this one's been updated for 1volt per octave to support integration with most modern modular systems.

"EML 101 which was serviced 3 months ago by Ed Miller of Synthesizer Repair here in Los Angeles. The synth works and sounds incredible. It's one of the sickest and nastiest sounding analogs ever made. It does not disappoint anyone who uses it. I just gave the 101 a full test drive and it is 100% fully functional. The item is used and is being sold as is. There is some cosmetic wear and tear on the case as you can see, since it's over 30 years old. I've keep the synth in pristine condition, and pampered it as much as possible. I've owned the unit for over 10 years now and when I purchased it, some of the plastic knobs are not original. This didn't bother me, but I wanted to mention it. The 101 has been set to a 1volt per octave standard, instead of the original 1.2 volts per octave. This allows you to use it with other analog gear / CV converters. . Also, there is an common internal modification on the 101. That the gate input triggers both envelope generators, not just #1. This allows for greater flexibility when sequencing.."

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MODE MACHINES SL-1

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"The SL-1 Synthlab is a sound generator modeled on voltage-controlled modular systems of the 70's. The low pass filter used is based on the transistor cascade, better known as "Moog cascade". This leads to the character of the sound which is similar to that of Moog synthesizers.

Features

• Audio Outputs: 1 (Mono)
• Audio Inputs: 1 (Mono)
• Output Level: 1 +8 dB into 600 ohms
• Output impedance 1KOhm
• MIDI: In, Thru
• CV: Gate, Pitch CV, CV Mod (IN or OUT)
• Dynamic Range:> 100dB
• Signal to Noise:> 90dB
• Frequency Response 20Hz-20kHz"