Modular Synthesizer Sound Design

Published on Nov 6, 2014 Karl Wenninger

"Sound design for a short film using only a synthesizers.com Portable 22 system. The patch is a LFO combined with a S&H that randomly opens the filter. Download 24/44.1 wav here if you want to use it for your own projects. Let me know if you do! http://bit.ly/10YvFHk

http://synthesizers.com/portable22.html"

Analog Modular Synthesizer Plays Itself: Patch Diagram

Published on Nov 6, 2014 Karl Wenninger

"A favorite patch of mine using a syntheiszers.com Studio 66 system. There are no sequencers or keyboards used. The trick is to patch an LFO to an audio oscillator and then hard sync it to a third osc. As the LFO tries to sweep the pitch of the audio osc the hard sync forces it to jump to very musical intervals. The LFO is also sweeping the filter cutoff.

When the next set of modules is shown in the vid at 0:32 the patch is duplicated on another audio osc with its output inverted. The inverted output generates a second set of tones.

Audio signals are shown with red cables, control signals in brown.

I've only tried this on a dotcom modular and would like to hear the results of a similar patch on another modular system. Anyone?

I have links to samples using this kind of patch that you can download in the description of some of my other videos posted."

Livewire Chaos Computer, Sport Modulator, RES-4, D-LFO patch

Published on Nov 6, 2014 bigcitymusic

"We discovered a cool use for the Livewire Chaos Computer. In this video a MIDI Fighter is sending MIDI notes to the Pittsburgh MIDI2 module which is tracking the pitch of a Cwejman VCO-6 routed through the Cwejman RES-4.

A new pattern is generated on the Livewire Chaos Computer every time a MIDI note is pressed. Depending on the pattern generated, the Chaos Computer will adjust the bandwidth of the RES-4 bandpass filters. Every generated pattern on the Chaos Computer may or may not advance the Pittsburgh Sequencer which will FM the VCO-6 and determine which channel of the D-LFO will FM the RES-4 (configured via the WMD Triple BiPolar VCA).

The Toppobrillo Sport-Modulator is modulating the trip sync point of D-LFO Ch. 1 and Ch. 2, and the Chaos Computer determines what voltage to apply to the trip sync point CV input based on whether or not the binary triggers the S+H of Sport Modulator Ch. 2, which is being modulated by Sport Modulator Ch. 1."

Nova Musik - Korg microKORG XL+ with Rich Formidoni

Published on Nov 6, 2014 Nova Musik

"Check out great deals on Korg microKORG XL+ at Nova Musik:
http://www.novamusik.com/instruments/...

Korg USA's Rich Formidoni gives us an overview of the microKORG XL+, including sounds unique to the '+' model and a tour of the front panel interface.

With its unmistakably unique exterior and its inimitable sound, the microKORG set the standard for analog modeling synthesizers. The year 2008 saw the introduction of the microKORG XL, which inherited the microKORG's fat and powerful sounds, while adding keyboard staples such as electric piano and CX-3 organ. And now, in the next evolutionary step, the microKORG XL+ delivers a fresh update to the sounds and look of the microKORG XL, making it an ideal compact keyboard.

Lush analog modeled synthesizer sounds that are characteristic of the microKORG have been freshly added to the microKORG XL+. In addition, for band use, the microKORG XL+ comes equipped with the piano sound from Korg's classic stage piano, the SGproX (famous for its ability to stand out in your band's mix), as well as its hard-edged grand-type electric piano. This compact package also includes sounds from the M1 and the VOX organ, vintage tape-type string and flute machines, as well as other gorgeous sounds from keyboard history."

Rear Window

Published on Nov 6, 2014 John L Rice

"Simple drone with lab oscillator to test reworked mixer/pedal board. (this is one half of my small portable 5U modular synth setup) Right now all the pedals are connected in a non-changeable way but in the future I'll be adding a patch panel at the top of the case so I'll be able to easily change the order and grouping of the pedals as well as use one or more on the mixer inserts etc.

Thanks for watching!"

EHX Ravish Sitar

Soundplant 42 Released - QWERTY Keyboard Software Sampler Released

Soundplant 42 sound effects demo: leaky swamp house

Published on Nov 4, 2014 keymapper

"Brief showcase of the soundscape creation capabilities of Soundplant, the computer keyboard sample triggering software for Windows & Mac, utilizing some field recordings and sound effects in combination with Soundplant's randomization features to create a rich sonic atmosphere. Free download at http://soundplant.org/"


Soundplant 42 drum pad demo Published on Nov 4, 2014 keymapper

"Drumming with breakbeat slices on Soundplant, the computer keyboard sample triggering software for Windows & Mac, free download at http://soundplant.org/"

"Soundplant 42 Released - QWERTY Keyboard Software Sampler Used From Studios to Stadiums Gets Major Update On Mac & Windows

New York, NY - November 6, 2014 - Independent developer Marcel Blum has released Soundplant 42 for Windows and Mac, the first major update since 2010 of the popular computer keyboard sound triggering program following a yearlong beta. Soundplant turns the standard QWERTY keyboard into a playable instrument with ultra low latency, allowing the instant playback of any format sound files on 72 keyboard keys with no need for extra hardware.

Soundplant's cult following continues to expand the $50 software's diversity of uses. Hollywood engineer Ed Novick used it in his 2010 Academy Award-winning sound mixing on Inception as well as in The Dark Knight Rises, Moneyball, and other films. Surf rock band Man or Astro-Man? played their sci-fi samples with Soundplant; metal band Nile used it for exotic percussion. When the foley artists of NPR's A Prairie Home Companion aren't handmaking their sound effects, they turn to Soundplant for a digital assist. The NFL's Tennessee Titans used it at LP Field stadium. Soundplant even made it to Carnegie Hall, with new music champion Paul Pinto performing on the software for the 2014 premier of composer Erin Rogers' Mother Earth. Organizations like London's Drake Music taught disabled children to create music through Soundplant's intuitive simplicity, and artists, educators, and DIYers delighted kids and adults with Soundplant-powered installations like the 2013 New York Maker Faire Editor's Choice Award-winning xylophone drum pad Nazca Beats.

Soundplant, now in its 15th year, turns an input device you've been practicing on for as long as you've been typing into a versatile multitrack playback tool, providing hours of audio at your fingertips while avoiding the need for expensive dedicated hardware. New version 42 maintains its beloved rock-solid stability, low cost, straightforward drag-and-drop sound file assignment, and powerful flexibility as standalone software, while bringing new features such as 32-bit floating point mixing and 96 kHz output for audiophile accuracy, 256 channel polyphony for rich sound design, several new lightweight realtime effects, direct output recording, and finer key press and release control. You can continue triggering sounds while using any other program with Soundplant hidden, and launch an unlimited number of Soundplant instances allowing outputting to multiple sound devices, multitrack recording, and more banks of sounds. Soundplant works identically on Windows or Mac and keymaps can be transferred across computers with ease.

Availability and pricing
Soundplant is offered as a free download at http://soundplant.org/ which includes a 25-launch trial of the registered features. In unregistered mode it is free for non-commercial use with limitations on some professional features. The registered version (USD $50, or a $40 upgrade from v.39) allows expanded sound file format support, audio output device selection, higher quality output sample rates, recording, and background triggering."

http://soundplant.org/

James Morrison's Digital Trumpet

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Uploaded on Jan 24, 2008 cplai

"An Electronic Digital Trumpet that is more expressive than keyboard. Created by Stephen Marshall.

You can buy this at http://www.patchmanmusic.com/mdt.html"

via this listing spotted by Kaden Harris

Only one other has been featured here back in 2009.

"I have had this for 8 years, and it has spent practically the entire time in it's comfy, shiny case. Even though this is a rare item, which I just recently learn in no longer in production (this was personally made by it's designer Steve Marshall), I must sell it as I need the money for a drum kit. Retail is $2,150 CAD. It is the coolest most precise wind controller available. Easy for trumpet players to bust out some bass, keyboard or sax lines, hey, even drums! It's extremely versatile, has incredible breath control and stunning looks.

-I have thrown in a USB to MIDI interface and a Aussie to Canadian power adaptor.
-Note that this instrument doesn't have any stock sounds. So you will need either a sound module, or a computer with some software sound such as Native Instruments Komplete for example.

Please check out the video below [above] to see it in action and read the official description.

This MIDI wind controller has been designed for trumpet players to make it as easy as possible to transition from the regular trumpet. The MDT has been in development for over 5 years to create an instrument that "feels right" when you first pick it up. Your hand position will be very similar to what you're used to, the mouthpiece is a normal trumpet mouthpiece, the valves move in the same way, and the air "resistance" is familiar.

Due to the much increased range and features that MIDI makes possible, there is a need for more controls than you find on your old trumpet. After many prototypes and much research we believe we have found the best way to incorporate these without making the MDT overly complex or "strange" to play.

Although the MDT is completely electronic, its familiar feel will enable an acoustic trumpet player to learn it quickly and start playing with the least amount of change from their trumpet skills.

Why the MDT?

The MDT lets you play any sound like anything you have ever wanted from acoustic instruments to electric guitars.
The MDT gives you 10 octaves of pitch perfect range.
The MDT lets you control your notes without having to "Buzz" your lips. This gives you hours more endurance.
The MDT can be used for alternative sounds that a musician cannot produce on their acoustic instruments. For example you can use the MDT to double on clarinet, saxaphone, guitar, or bass. An investment in a MDT wind controller pays for itself by making the musician more marketable and in-demand.
Transposition is a button push away.

http://www.digitaltrumpet.com.au/"

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Test: Garage Band 3 Keytar as MIDI controller for the Korg MicroKORG (+ Akai Miniak as synth bass)

Published on Nov 6, 2014 PanzerLyu

"Test for my new Garage Band 3 Keytar. It was used as MIDI controller for a Korg MicroKORG (not visible in the video).
Akai Miniak as synth bass (not sequenced and midi synced at all).
Drum from Boss RC-505 (not visible in the video)

Gears
Garage Band 3 Keytar MIDI controller
Korg MicroKORG
Akay Miniak
Boss RC-505

Mixer:
Behringer Xenyx X1622USB"

Nord Sample Library - Mellotron Master Tapes

Published on Nov 6, 2014 NordKeyboards

"The Master Tapes offer high fidelity versions of the classic Mellotron sounds, as well as several previously unreleased Mellotron sounds and ultra-rare custom made sounds for Yes, Roxy Music, Genesis, Jack Bruce, BSabbath and Tangerine Dream and more. We are also happy to finally include the charming Rhythms and Fills from the Mellotron MK I and MK II.
Download and read more about the Mellotron Master Tapes here: http://bit.ly/MellotronMasterTapesNord

The Nord Sample Library is compatible with Nord Electro 4, Nord Stage 2, Nord Piano 2, Nord Electro 3 and Nord Wave.

Performance by Erik "Errka" Petersson at the Nord HQ."

EML ElectroComp 100 (PRE 101) VINTAGE Synthesizer with Original Docs & Flexi-Disc

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via this auction

"This is a real collector's item. It is in very, very good shape for being approximately 45 years old and in working order. Compare the shape of the keys to the EML 101's for sale.

Condition: Used (but very good condition considering it is approx. 45 yrs old)

Seller Notes: “VERY VERY RARE ..” (Much more rare than the EML 101)

Brand: ELECTRO COMP

Number of Keys: 44

Model: EML 100

Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

Type: Synthesizer

This EML 100 Synthesizer is vintage and very very rare. Less than 100 of them made in 1970/71. It is the predecessor to the EML 101. It is in good working condition. It comes with the User's Manual, 2 original patch chords and the 33 1/2 LP provided at original purchase (The Sounds of E.M.L. Synthesizers). It also comes with a 13 page EML 101 electronic schematic and a 13 page Alignment Procedure of the EML 101 which was the mass produced version of the EML 100.

Patches shown in the User Manual have been setup and verified.

Very few blemishes. Slight corrosion on metal latches (not bad). Very few scratches on outer case. Keys in perfect shape."

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