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Thursday, January 28, 2016

Waldorf Introduces The Kompaktklavier - a Zarenbourg in Desktop Format


This one in via Soviet Space Child, spotted on Future Music. Something I didn't realize, or never really thought about until now, is that engine features a 6-OP FM synthesizer. There is a software editor for it as well (image below). "The software editor (Mac & PC compatible, available summer 2014) affords direct access to all generators’ fundamental sound-shaping parameters, as well as to the Zarenbourg’s menus of internal sounds and layers." Unfortunately, no iPad editor for a more immediate interface into the synth engine.

From Future Music:

"The Zarenbourg Module offers the sound engine of the Zarenbourg Piano in a stylishly compact full-metal enclosure. And like its larger cousin, three different sound generators deliver Waldorf quality: Physical modeling recreates the glory of classic E-Piano sounds with authenticity. The direct streaming sample playback engine with 4 GB of sample memory provides a selection of fantastic grand, upright and electric pianos. The third sound generation system is a 6-operator FM synthesizer, perfect for classic DX pianos and a variety of other trademark FM sounds. The effects section provides a huge selection of high-quality effects, such as Reverb, Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Echo, Auto Wah, Equalizer and Overdrive, as well as many effect combinations. Each sound can be freely combined with an effect(s) combination and stored in the internal memory. New sounds and effects can be added via the integrated SD Card slot. Connect the module to your Mac or PC to work on sounds, setups and effects via the included software editor. And like its cousin, Zarenbourg module awakes right in the moment you turn it on."

Sonic TALK Special - Eric Persing Spectrasonics


Published on Jan 28, 2016 sonicstate

"We talk to Spectrasonics founder and CEO Eric Persing about. Roland, samples, studio sessions and meeting Michael Jackson"

John Bowen Solaris

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via this auction

"The Solaris is the ultimate digital virtual analog synthesizer, with a massive array of controls and more dedicated displays than any other instrument on the market. It can mimic the entire history of analog synths, and does it with an amazingly high level of quality from the build through the actual sound. Nothing else is much like it. Just visit the John Bowen website for owner opinions and discussion. These are produced in very limited production runs with long waiting times. Save time and money with this totally pristine Solaris..."

Ensoniq Sq80 Synthesizer Sequencer

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via this auction

Essentially the Ensoniq ESQ-1 with additional waveforms and polyphonic aftertouch.  Both the ESQ-1 and SQ-80 feature digital waveforms with analog filters. Not the best pics but this one is going for a good price.

Arturia MicroBrute Review (Analog Synthesizer)


Published on Jan 28, 2016 Bedroom Producers Blog

MicroBrutes on eBay | MicroBrutes on Amazon

5U // Oakley - Dual VCA


Published on Jan 28, 2016 DiscoverNoise

"DiscoverNoise 025-
5U 005-

Demonstrating the Oakley Dual VCA build by Krisp1. For more information about the module, follow the link below.

Patchsheet: https://cloud.1und1.de/ngcloud/extern...

Oakley Dual VCA on the Krisp1 Store: http://www.krisp1.com/store/index.php..."

Waldorf Goes Eurorack At NAMM 2016


Published on Jan 28, 2016 Synthtopia

"At the 2016 NAMM Show, we caught up with Rolf Wöhrmann of Waldorf, who gave us an demo of their new Eurorack keyboard and modules."

NAMM 2016 Studio Electronics Tonestar and Charcot Circles


Published on Jan 28, 2016 sonicstate

NAMM 2016: Expert Sleepers Updates


Published on Jan 28, 2016 sonicstate

"Expert Sleepers Disting is a multi-function 4hp module which provides an astonishing number of functions from signal generators, to modulators, quantization and time and delay functions.

Oz is the mastermind behind Expert Sleepers, and he takes us through some of the new functions hes been working on with the Disting MK3. MK3 ads an SD card reader, making firmware updates simple.

It really is a massive selection of features in a very small module.

We also get a look at the FH-1 - a MIDI host with CV connectivity - and you can expand the outputs with multiple expansion outputs."

NAMM 2016 - AQA Elektrix Modules


Published on Jan 28, 2016 sonicstate

"Dual SVF, QLFO, M/S encoder, triple envelope all in Eurorack format from Berlin based AQA Elektrix"
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