MATRIXSYNTH

-Song Creation Tutorial with the Linn 9000: Electric-City

Published on Jan 14, 2016 80's Electronic Music Production

Korg Volca Bass - Modded for Bucha Easel

Published on Jan 14, 2016 DJjondent

"This vid is a unedited take. The sounds are just from the hacked Volca.
I'ts not a TB303 but it's not too shabby either,,... esp considering its price.

The 208 is syncing the volca, and also provides its power.
I'm not finished modding this .. the box is too small so I will prob end up putting this into a bigger case.

Here is more information on the volca bass hack:
http://djjondent.blogspot.com.au/2016..."

Also see JonDent's Easeltron - Buchla Easel & Korg Monotron.
FYI, I created a new JonDent label for projects by JonDent moving forward.

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An Introduction to KORG Gadget by Ryan Hemeon of iOS Mars

Published on Jan 14, 2016 RyanHemeon

"In this video I review and get you started with Gadget by KORG. This is a great app that I am really enjoying, big thanks to KORG for sending this to me. In the video I show you how to get started making a song from scratch. I talk about all the really great features the app has, only downsides seem to be the lack of audio recording, no effects in the mixer, and that you can't use IAA within the app. all in all it's a really good app that any type of musician can get use out of. Highly recommend picking it up if you haven't already."

iTunes: KORG Gadget for iPad - KORG INC.

http://www.iosmars.com

Cyclone Bass Bot TT-303 - Just twisting the knobs

Published on Jan 14, 2016 Calle Nilsson

"Enjoying the 303 sound. I never get tired of the sound."

KORG Minilogue demo by Olivier Briand

You'll find a fifth video by Olivier Briand added to the main post on the KORG Minilogue here. This one if a full on audio demo of it's capabilities. Do not miss it!

Update: a second video from PlugInGuru was added directly below Olivier's.

Soundtronics to Partner with MFOS on Bringing Synth DIY to the Masses & Other Formats

Sountronics is currently seeking funding on Indiegogo to bring MFOS based completed modules in various formats including 5U, as well as introducing simple DIY kits for those not experienced with DIY. As many of you know, Ray Wilson has cancer. Ray is still behind this campaign. You'll find some notes on that below. Soundtronics does plan to ensure that the MFOS range of synth DIY remains available. Note this is the first Soundtronics post on MATRIXYSNTH.

The following is what they have to say:

"Off-the-shelf modular synthesisers can cost upwards of £2,000, an expensive investment for today’s musician or enthusiast. Soundtronics has partnered with MFOS (Music From Outer Space) to bring you an extensive range of affordable, customisable, and quality DIY synth modules, suitable for beginners and professionals alike. We’re sure you’ll love them as much as we do!

Soundtronics’ DIY Synth modules, Lo-Fi Noise Boxes, and Single Board Analogue Synths are available in varying levels of kit form. This allows enthusiasts like you, with a budget big or small, to collect units until you have the final setup you require. Plus there's the added satisfaction of knowing that they were hand built by yourself! If the idea of some soldering doesn't excite you too much, our team of technicians can expertly assemble the units and deliver them to your door in full working condition.

Soundtronics’ modules are designed to be combined in any desired panel setup and are currently compatible with 5U (MOTM format).

With your support, we will redesign these modules and make them available in formats such as Euro Rack, Moog, Dotcom, and Frackrack. For a more customised feel, the module front panels are also available in a number of colour combinations to suit the interior of any home office or recording studio!"

"Formed in late 2013, Soundtronics is a relatively new division of the Technobots Online Group, passionate about making quality analogue synths more widely available and affordable. Technobots Online is well established, having supplied mechanical and electronic components to hobbyists, education, and trade since 2001. This means that ideal component suppliers, manufacturing equipment, and delivery services are already in place for the modular synths.

Located in Warwickshire, the Technobots Online team consists of technology enthusiasts, each with their own particular passions. Soundtronics, and the DIY MFOS Synth module project, have the benefit of being personally (and enthusiastically) managed by our director Paul Cooper."

"Music From Outer Space is run by another synthesiser enthusiast, Ray Wilson, in the USA. Back in 2003, Ray began publishing synth designs that have continued to evolve and gain credibility over the years. If you are not familiar with Ray’s superb designs, we cannot stress enough how essential it is that you visit his website musicfromouterspace.com, where you will find a complete library of information on each and every module we are offering here.

We will also mention that you can purchase PCBs direct from Ray, along with some front panels and other hard to find parts.

Important Update

Last November, just around the time we were going to launch this campaign, we learnt of the sad news that Ray had been diagnosed with cancer. In order for Ray and his family to fully concentrate on beating this, he stopped taking retail orders through the MFOS website. We are deeply appreciative of Ray finding the energy during these difficult times to keep us stocked with PCBs, so that we in turn keep them available online to MFOS builders around the world.

Since postponing this campaign, we have had the opportunity to discuss the essential role of MFOS in this Soundtronics' campaign, and Ray has encouraged us to move forward. We shall therefore be working with Ray over the coming months to not only ensure the availability of the MFOS product range, but make it the most complete DIY synth range on the market.

Many of us have been directly or indirectly affected by cancer, so we would like to take this opportunity to ask that you consider visiting Ray's crowd funding site where you can directly contribute to Ray's medical expenses."

EMW WCS-1 as a bassline

Published on Dec 28, 2015 Fred Conte

"Works fine as a bass instrument as well :)"

http://www.electronicmusicworks.com/

EMW WCS-1 Wave Composition Synthesizer

Published on Dec 11, 2013 Fred Conte

"This is only a quick test of my WCS-1. The midi sequence was created in Ableton Live, where I used Native Instruments RC24 as Reverb and Ableton native Chorus effect on it. This synth is a little beast!!!"

Selon Lumière

Published on Jan 14, 2016 RADIOKLOW

"Selon Lumière, (According to Light) is a piece composed for Virus TI. It celebrates the infinite journey of light in metamorphosis in universe, from the core of darkness to endless absolute.
In the realm of infinite distance, even the highest speed becomes a variation of slowness. Sometimes a sudden event of chromatic blossom happens, whereas light goes on gliding along its vector as an arrow of enigma, or a traveller creating his path according to his steps.
Music, and film by Marc-Henri Arfeux."

Patch Lab E09 Roland System 500 with Veijo Laine

Published on Jan 13, 2016 Soundria.At

"In this episode we were lucky enough to have Veijo Laine with us, who gave an outstanding presentation of the entire Roland Modular And AIRA Lineup, including the fabulous System 500 analog eurorack modules [made by Malekko]. All sounds in the presentation are recorded through a line connection with a proper soundcard. Enjoy!"