MATRIXSYNTH

Converting YouTube to audio WAV MP3 AAC on iPad for Samplr

Published on Jan 20, 2015 ipadloops

"The following demonstrates how you can download and rip a YouTube video to your iPad or iPhone and then export the audio to other audio apps like SAMPLR and Audioshare.

Apps used :

Beat Time [iTunes]

SAMPLR [iTunes]

Sound source is from my Dance FX Pro sample pack on Loop Cartel. http://sounds.beatport.com/pack/dance..."

Rare Vintage Baldwin Syntha Sound Early 70"s with Original Stand

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Here's one you don't see often. Note the built in speakers.

"This is a very basic early synth but It all works including the built in speakers.

As previuosly entioned it has a slider know missing and the attached fader switch is shorter which means it must have broken off at some point but still functions

It comes with the original stand but to be honest I don't know how I will be able to ship with the stand unless I can take it apart."

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ELTRA UNITRA ELTRONIC 109 SYNTHESISER, POLISH VINTAGE ANALOG SYNTH & ORGAN

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Meet The 500 Series Meris Ottobit

Published on Jan 18, 2015 Meris

"Our trio dream team is proud to release the first video for our next brainchild. Meet Ottobit. No quarters needed. Crush bits, de-res and sonic destroy. Beep Boop Bop Boop Beep!
We make all this stuff in Los Angeles, CA.
Coming Soon.

Official Meris Site: http://www.meris.us"

The video features the Dave Smith Prophet08 and an MFB-522. Note this is the first Meris post on the site.

Roland JD-800 Synthesizer

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Bass Station II goes nuts! AE

Published on Jan 20, 2015 Alba Ecstasy

"Bass Station II self oscillating filter. Arp mode on low tempo was used for later on osc 1 & 2. Noise from time to time for extra fun. Delay for space & time traveling. Distortion & Osc Filter Mod for more character. Bass Station II is a REAL FUN!
Have some free presets for BSII - http://www.albaecstasy.ro/novation/"

Novation Bass Station IIs on eBay

New KOMA Elektronik POLTERGEIST - Analog Quadraphonic Audio Mixer

Published on Jan 20, 2015 KOMA Elektronik

"PLEASE USE HEADPHONES FOR THE BEST QUADRAPHONIC SOUND IMPRESSION

KOMA Elektronik's new POLTERGEIST Eurorack module enables users to manipulate up to four audio/CV signals quadraphonically or stereophonically in new and ghostly ways.

The POLTERGEIST is an analog Eurorack format audio/CV mixer, panner and VCA that goes beyond the usual two dimensional standards and enables hands-on quadraphonic mixing and panning with a staggering amount of VCAs. The four individual channels each include a VCA with CV input, performance-oriented clickless solo and mute switches that engage upon release for perfect timing, pan with CV input over 360 degrees (however, with the proper CV signal you can spin the sound around infinitely), a FIELD knob to add an inverted version of the signal to all mixer outputs, an ORIGIN knob to control pan modulation from the Master Pan CV input, and of course an input with Gain control. Spatial animation is easily achieved by adjusting these parameters along with outside CV control from other modulation sources.

With a flick of a switch, the POLTERGEIST can function as a stereophonic mixer as well. In the master section are 4 mixer outputs dedicated to each quadrant or left and right depending on which mode it is in. There is also an auxiliary stereo input going directly to the summing bus (pre-master VCA). Create your own compressor by using another module like an envelope or comparator into the Master Gain CV Input, a half-rectified, inverted CV input where positive CV reduces the Master Gain and negative CV is ignored. At the end is the Master Volume knob with CV input.

Pan position is highly controllable on an individual level for each channel. Slope (also controllable via CV) controls the curve of the pan: on one end the signal remains at one output for a long time then quickly jumps to the next; while on the other end, the signal stays at the output for a shortage before it slowly begins moving to the next. Shift each or all channels pan positions from 100% to 0% to -100% with the Master Pan CV input. By adjusting each attenuverter on each channel, complex choreographies are possible.

Additionally, while the POLTERGEIST comes AC coupled to protect amplification equipment from DC signals, a dip switch on the back allows it to be DC coupled to process CV signals as well. It measures at 28HP wide. The KOMA team has worked over a year and a half on this entirely new design as this module premiers our patented analog method of controlling quadraphony and mixing.

The POLTERGEIST will be available at select retailers worldwide in Spring 2015. Come by booth 6990 (hall A) at NAMM to try out the POLTERGEIST for yourself, or catch us at one of our quadraphonic events in Oakland, Portland or Berlin."

Bob Moog Foundation To Feature Legendary Modular Synth & Host Innovative New Company at NAMM

Pictured: "Steve Porcaro and Michael Boddicker checking out the vintage Moog Modular"
Below: "Bob Moog Foundation booth at last year's NAMM Show"

January 2015 - Anaheim, CA... The Bob Moog Foundation returns to NAMM, the global music industry trade show held in Anaheim, CA, from January 22-25, 2015. Furthering the success of their innovative educational project, Dr. Bob's SoundSchool, and their preservation efforts of the Bob Moog Foundation Archives, the Foundation will provide NAMM attendees with a rare education and insight into innovative synthesizer technology, past, present, and future.

The Foundation will celebrate strides in innovation as it shares its expanded booth space with bourgeoning new company, 'Vo. 'Vo features inventor Paul Vo's groundbreaking work incorporating Acoustic Synthesis. Best known for his invention of the technology behind the Moog Guitar and the more recent Vo-96 Acoustic Synthesizer, Vo observes, "through Acoustic Synthesis, we can explore the sonic possibilities of acoustic instruments, and even previously unimagined objects of acoustic art, with the same depth we now explore electronic instruments."

Michael Koehler, CEO of 'Vo, shares his vision for the company. "The world was amazed in 2007 when the Moog Guitar was released and again in 2013 with the Vo-96. This year, 'Vo will give NAMM-goers a taste of where Paul has taken his original concept with a sneak peek of our next product." Koehler goes on to share his feelings on 'Vo's relationship with the Bob Moog Foundation. "'Vo is about innovation at its core. The Bob Moog Foundation is about innovation at its core. It is natural for our companies to have a mutually supportive relationship. We are extremely proud to be with them at NAMM and are looking forward to where the future will bring us."

The Foundation will also be honoring musical history as it hosts Michael Boddicker's behemoth custom Moog modular synthesizer. Michael Boddicker is a preeminent session synthesist who has worked with artists including Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie, Donna Summer, Quincy Jones, Barbara Streisand, George Benson, Olivia Newton-John, Joe Cocker, and Whitney Houston. A long-time close friend of Bob Moog, Boddicker is also known for his work scoring Flashdance, Buckaroo Banzai, Apocalypse Now, and more.

As a result of his extensive work, Boddicker's Moog modular is one of the most recorded synthesizers in music history. The instrument will be demonstrated throughout the weekend by the Foundation's Archive and Education Specialist, Marc Doty. This marks the third year in a row that that Foundation is featuring vintage Moog modular systems in their booth, a representation of their commitment make electronic music history accessible people of all walks of life.

The Bob Moog Foundation was created in 2006. Its mission of igniting creativity at the intersection of science, music, and innovation is carried forth through its hallmark educational project, Dr. Bob's SoundSchool, and through the preservation efforts of the Bob Moog Foundation Archives. ( www.bobmoogfoundation.org)."

A visit at Nonlinear Labs - A Look at the Upcoming Emphase Digital Hardware Keyboard Synthesizer

A visit at Nonlinear Labs from Stephan Schmitt on Vimeo.

"Brian Smith (www.bigbrainaudio.com) gives his impressions of a visit at Nonlinear Labs in this video, where Stephan Schmitt shows the state of development of the company's first product, a digital synthesizer."

Details on the Emphase previously captured here.