MATRIXSYNTH

Vintage Moog Modular at the Bob Moog Foundation Booth at NAMM

via The Bob Moog Foundation on Facebook

"Vintage Moog Modular synthesizer in the BMF booth at #NAMM2014, with new modular controller from Synthesizers.com. Come by and play this rare instrument and be inspired by Bob's technical brilliance. #NAMM"

The SYNTHESIZER - New Book by Mark Vail

Mark Vail, author of Vintage Synthesizers and former editor of Keyboard Magazine was spotted at the Bob Moog Foundation Booth with his new book The SYNTHESIZER which has a forward by Michelle Moog-Koussa.

via The Bob Moog Foundation on Facebook:

"Author Mark Vail visits us at #NAMM2014 with his brand new book, The Synthesizer. The forward was written by Michelle Moog-Koussa. #NAMM"

The books is currently available on Amazon here.

"Electronic music instruments weren't called synthesizers until the 1950s, but their lineage began in 1919 with Russian inventor Lev Sergeyevich Termen's development of the Etherphone, now known as the Theremin. From that point, synthesizers have undergone a remarkable evolution from prohibitively large mid-century models confined to university laboratories to the development of musical synthesis software that runs on tablet computers and portable media devices.

Throughout its history, the synthesizer has always been at the forefront of technology for the arts. In The Synthesizer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Programming, Playing, and Recording the Ultimate Electronic Music Instrument, veteran music technology journalist, educator, and performer Mark Vail tells the complete story of the synthesizer: the origins of the many forms the instrument takes; crucial advancements in sound generation, musical control, and composition made with instruments that may have become best sellers or gone entirely unnoticed; and the basics and intricacies of acoustics and synthesized sound. Vail also describes how to successfully select, program, and play a synthesizer; what alternative controllers exist for creating electronic music; and how to stay focused and productive when faced with a room full of instruments. This one-stop reference guide on all things synthesizer also offers tips on encouraging creativity, layering sounds, performance, composing and recording for film and television, and much more."

Tip Top Audio Circadian Rhythm

via Bryce on Facebook

And a Vine video from Richard Devine here.

Liquid Metal impro : Benjolin DIY / Chaos Nand / Echophon

Published on Jan 23, 2014 staphlebug·9 videos

"First improvisation recorded with a DIY Benjolin, which is not as complete as the Epoch Modular Benjolin module, but just as fun. This module proved to be a very extensive source of new sounds... Just hear this !

Modules involved :

- Rob Hordijk' DIY Benjolin
- Synthrotek Chaos Nand
- Make Noise Echophon
- Doepfer / Pittsburgh Modular ADSR, VCA and mixer"

NAMM 2014: Behringer Motor 61 - Moving Faders On a Keyboard

Published on Jan 23, 2014 sonicstate·612 videos

There is also a Motor 49

"NAMM 2014: Behringer Motor 61 - Moving Faders On a Keyboard Pads, rotaries and aftertouch"

"The MOTÖR 61 master keyboard controller allows you to take total command over your virtual instruments and DAW (Digital Audio Workstation). Featuring amazingly-smooth action, motorized faders and touch-sensitive pads, the MOTÖR 61 provides an unparalleled level of control for the ultimate creative expression. The 61 semi-weighted full-sized keys, 60 mm faders and backlit drums give you hands-on control over all the parameters of your favorite DAW. An incredible hardware-based arpeggiator enables you to instantly add arpeggios to software and hardware synths and create complex arrangements on the fly.

MOTÖR 61's endless rotary encoders provide immediate feedback about your software, plus the convenient, backlit transport section puts all playback and record functions right at your fingertips. You get fast, easy-to-read information at-a-glance, thanks to MOTÖR 61's spacious, backlit LCD screen. We've also loaded this amazing controller with a variety of extremely-useful presets (and even more are on the way), so you can start creating quickly, without mapping or instant recall. Ready to go right out of the box, just connect to your computer and download the free audio recording, editing and podcasting software at www.behringer.com, which comes with 150 instruments and effects plug-ins. MOTÖR 61 is the fast and easy way to get you back "in-touch" with every element of your creativity."

Features:

61 semi-weighted full-size keys featuring expressive velocity and after-touch functionality

9 motorized 60 mm touch-sensitive faders to control your DAW mixer, drawbar organ, soft synths or effect units

8 backlit drum pads with velocity and pressure-sensitivity for ultimate drum and sample-loop performance

Standard MIDI and Mackie Control* modes for ultimate flexibility with your DAW software

Hardware-based arpeggiator allows creation of complex patterns regardless of software limitations

Ultra-precise, illuminated endless rotary encoders with LED rings provide a clear overview of all software parameters

Backlit transport section for direct access to your DAW record/play engine

Quick individual bank select for faders, encoders and pads

Large backlit LCD screen for optimal overview, easy editing and quick status check

Built-in presets – no complex mapping required; additional free user presets for your favorite software/hardware assignments

Flexible communication via USB or MIDI In/Out/Thru – including merge functionality

Plug and play with Mac* OS X* and Windows XP* or higher operating systems

Free audio recording, editing and podcasting software plus 150 instrument/effect plug-ins downloadable

3-Year Warranty Program**

Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany"

http://www.behringer.com/EN/products/MOTOR-61.aspx