MPC Electronics MPC-1 SN 4-03

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"Very few truly special pieces like this ever come through any shop, and this MPC Electronics MPC-1 is one of those cases. Introduced by the Cambridge, England based MPC Electronics in 1983, this unit is a eight pad drum analogue synthesizer with integrated sequencer for beat making. This machine booms and thwacks like something akin to an 808, and can be played with sticks with all edits at the musician's fingertips. This bears very little resemblance to what would come after, as AKAI bought up MPC Electronics in 1984 and repurposed the name for Roger Linn's MPC60. This unit is in pretty incredible condition, and has been in the possession of the same owners since the 1980s. Indiviual voice outputs and DIN Sync functionality (this drum machine comes in just before MIDI) connect this unit to the studio effortlessly. All pads trigger fantastically, and it includes the original manual, and the keys for the case it is built into. The unit needs a little bit of attention, though, namely the foam on the inside of the lid is disintegrating, and the decay knob for the snare is nonfunctional. We suspect there may be an internal battery which needs replacement as well. This MPC-1 is a not only a piece of history but a functioning and impactful percussion tool for contemporary music production."

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Easel Euro Moves

Published on Apr 7, 2016 Todd Barton

"A rough, quick demo of some Easel possible performance moves just for fun . . . better audio here: https://soundcloud.com/user7621213/ea..."

Shoom Preview

Published on Apr 7, 2016 Yuri Turov

"Full audio range triple-synth playground for iPad
http://yuriturov.com/shoom"

From the maker of: Xynthesizr: 32-step matrix sequencer/synthesizer with generative features and MIDI

Verbos Electronics - Superbooth16

Published on Apr 7, 2016 DivKidVideo

"Here's the first of what will be many videos from Superbooth16. A truly amazing event that's left my sulking like a stroppy teenager for the few days that have followed the event. Mark Verbos was great to speak to and it's a pleasure to say that he'll be on a future Modular Podcast show too. So watch out for that one!"

Native Sessions: Play. Patch. Build. - EuroReakt Blocks with Michael Hetrick

Published on Apr 5, 2016 Native Instruments

"Take a deep dive into the world of REAKTOR with highlights from Native Sessions: Play. Patch. Build. events in Berlin, London, LA and Amsterdam. http://native-instruments.com/nativesessionsreaktor

Watch modular DSP whizz and educator Michael Hetrick present some working examples using his incredible EuroReakt Blocks – 100+ Blocks inspired by decades of modular synthesizer innovation."

AIRA FX – Tweaking Bitrazor with the Customizer App

Published on Apr 7, 2016 Roland U.S.

"This video shows off different ways to customize Bitrazor using the Modular Customizer App.

BITRAZER is a unique modular effect combining intense bit and sample rate crushing effects and unprecedented control and flexibility. Able to be used as a tabletop unit or as a Eurorack module, and with an array of CV/Gate inputs, this compact 21 HP unit has a wide range of uses from studio production to live performance."

Korg - New Music Always OKGO contest - "Tats up the Volume"

Published on Apr 7, 2016 Arrayzable

"This is my entry for the Korg - New Music Always OKGO contest.
The trackname is 'Tats up the Volume'
As always live play with synths and sequencers.

Used in this track:
Korg Volca Bass
Korg Volca Keys
Korg Electribe EMX-1
Korg Minilogue
Korg MS-20 mini"

The Micro Live Series

Micro Live 25th October 1985 part 1

Published on Mar 14, 2016 VHS Video vault

A new upload of the Micro Live series. Clips have been posted here in the past, however these recent uploads appear to be more extensive. Enjoy!

"'If I Had a Hammer' is a fascinating look at the growing use of technology in music, including interviews with producer Martin Rushent and Robert Moog, synth pioneer."

Micro Live 25th October 1985 part 2


Micro Live 1st November 1985 part 1


"Fred looks at music recording software available for home micros, and there's an explanation of how MIDI works."

Sequential Circuits SN 4129

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"The "Rolls Royce" of vintage synthesisers recently fully serviced, by Vintage keyboard guru Tim Wallhead

The T8 is in very good *all original* condition the wood panels are undamaged and this is a very rare beast indeed.

Includes data cassette. user manual. and a copy of the service bill."

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Yamaha CS01 SN 4129

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"Yamaha CS-01 portable analog synth, comes with power supply. Great little analog mono synth, has a built in speaker and can run on batteries, so you can take it anywhere. Surprisingly powerful sounding when run through an amp, has a great bass sound, your choice of four waveforms for the oscillator plus pulse wave modulation, pitch bend and modulation wheels, and you can use the mod wheel to affect either the oscillator or filter."

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