Odd World 5 - Euro, Buchla & Serge Soundscape.

Published on May 2, 2016 PaulLawlerMusic

"Multi format modular soundscape."

The Melbourne Electronic Sound Studio

AT Tours MESS, Melbourne's New Synth Haven

Published on Apr 14, 2016 Audio Technology Magazine

This one in via MATRIXSYNTH Member, Ross Healy of Vicmod Records. You'll find the Melbourne Electronic Sound Studio or MESS website here.

"Based in Melbourne Australia, MESS is a unique not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the creation of electronic sound and music founded by Robin Fox and Byron J Scullin.

The heart of MESS is the MESS Studio, a fully functioning sound production workshop representing one of the most unique, eclectic and historically significant collections of electronic instruments in the world. Working from within the studio is the MESS School, a place for people to engage with the history, technique and artistry of electronic sound and music creation presented in a format that is flexible, affordable and artist driven. Work created at the studio and school is supported by MESS Show to promote unique performance events and recording releases reflecting the diversity of sound created at MESS alongside historical releases from the vault of Australian electronic music . Finally MESS Schematic not only maintains the instruments in the MESS Studio collection, it also offers a space for the development of new instrument ideas focussing on design, engineering and construction.

MESS is an independent, inclusive and culturally broad organisation, reflecting the history of the field, supporting those currently involved in creation, as well as ensuring and encouraging its vibrancy, diversity and legacy into the future. Wherever it is, MESS will create an environment based on encouraging physical interaction between artists and instruments. This is a place where coincidence, chance and curiosity allow and encourage people to interact with each other and with the collection. MESS maintains independence through a diverse funding model drawing on private patronage, membership donation, and cultural institutions."

All photos credit to K ristoffer Paulsen.

Buchla
This machine is based on the inspired and eccentric designs of Don Buchla who founded Buchla & Associates and later the Buchla Electronic Musical Instruments company. The system in this photo is based on the Buchla 200 series modules and this particular instrument is made up from authentic 200e modules and 'cloned' modules made by 3rd party manufacturers. A Buchla 200e system in action.

EMS VCS3 & EMS Synthi AKS
The EMS VCS3 and the EMS Synthi AKS are legendary machines in electronic sound and music. Inspired in-part by a commission from Australian composer Don Banks, EMS was founded by Peter Zinovieff who worked alongside David Cockerell & Tristram Carey designing some of the first 'affordable' synthesisers for the general public. These machines were used by artists such as Pink Floyd, Jean Michel-Jarre and Brian Eno. The Synthi AKS is the portable suitcase version of the VCS3.

Moog 55
Robert Moog is one of the preeminent designers of early synthesisers used continuously by countless artists since their first emergence in 1965. There are 2 of these Moog 55s’ in the MESS collection. Both are part of a limited edition (55 only worldwide) reissue of one of Moog’s best loved pre-assembled stock modular systems. Suzanne Ciani playing one the System 55 reissues that we have in the studio."

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13-The DSI/Oberheim OB-6: Part 13- the Theme... a tribute to Prince

Published on May 2, 2016 AutomaticGainsay

"I wanted to create a theme for the OB-6 series that referenced some famous usage of Oberheim synths. Of course, I immediately thought of Jump... and decided against it. I couldn't decide. I pieced together a beat from loops and then realized that it sounded vaguely Prince-esque. Prince is one of my favorite musicians of all time, and then... like an idiot... I remembered that HE was a huge Oberheim fan in the early 80s. And that's how this theme was born. It's sad that a celebration of Prince has recently become a tribute.

This is dedicated to the memory of Prince.

Don't worry... this isn't the last OB-6 video... there are many more on the way!"

All parts here.

Todd Barton at Control Brooklyn this Wednesday May 4th

via @ctrl_mod

"Last minute notice Buchla Music Easel maestro Todd Barton will be performing & chatting Wed May 4th at Control 7PM"

Roland TR-909 Covers Now Available from Stardust Synth Covers

Now available at:

http://www.stardustcovers.com

More MATRIXSYNTH Bling From Joel B

Hmm... Now we are talking.

Another pic of MATRIXSYNTH Member, Joel Braverman. No, that isn't his actual car, but it sure does match.  :)  Reminds me of the MATRIXSYNTH lambo I spotted last month.

See this post for a couple of other pics of Joel with MATRIXSYNTH swag and his gear. You can find Joel on SoundCloud, YouTube, and Twitter.

Thank you Joel! And thank you to all the other readers that support the site!

Modularsquare invite Polyphones : la place des femmes + initiation à la synthèse

Published on May 2, 2016 Modularsquare

"Composer de la musique électronique devrait être une activité partagée par les hommes et les femmes, pourtant l’essentiel de nos habitués sont des hommes.

Pour comprendre cette anomalie, et surtout tenter d’y remédier, nous invitions samedi 23 avril 2016 Christine Webster et Gael Segalen, responsables de Polyphones, un collectif en réseau de productrices qui militent pour obtenir plus de visibilité dans le champs de l’expérimentation sonore et musicale.

Minutage :
00:00:00 Introduction par Cyril Colom de Modularsquare et présentation de Polyphones par Gael Segalen et Christine
Webster.
00:32:09 Initiation a la synthèse et aux synthétiseurs modulaires
01:26:00 Témoignage d'une débutante avec Catherine
01:33:00 Intervention de Christine Webster, présentation de son système, extraits sonores, applications diverses, sons modulaires spatialisés sur acousmonium virtuel avec Unity5.
02:10:00 Échange avec le public

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Nous sommes Modularsquare, une boutique spécialisée dans les instruments de musique électroniques et une communauté de passionnés qui se réunissent une fois par mois autour d'un thème différent à chaque fois.

Notre showroom de Paris est ouvert au public du mardi au samedi de 13h45 à 18h45 - http://www.modularsquare.com

Pour consulter l'agenda de nos prochaines rencontres c'est par ici
Notre blog : http://www.modularsquare.com/blog

Les photos de nos rencontres :
http://www.flicker.com/modularsquare"

Industrial Music Electronics - Superbooth16

Published on May 2, 2016 DivKidVideo

"We knew the Stillson Hammer mkII was going to be killer, but we didn't know how killer it was going to be until Scott took us through it. Soooo many great features! :)"

Modal 002 Sequencer Manual

Published on May 2, 2016 Modal Electronics

"Here Modal tech wizard, Paul Maddox, spends 10 minutes showing you how to use the multi-track sequencer built in to the OS of Modal 002, 001, 002r, 008 and 008r."

BILL BROWN MUSIC - ALEX'S SPEECH (MUSIC VIDEO)

Published on Dec 11, 2015 Bill Brown Music

What's off about this video? Jump to 1:35 and look closely. :)

"Music by composer Bill Brown from SyFy's DOMINION Season 2

Behind the scenes in the studio with composer Bill Brown
(with Tina Guo recording electric cello in the studio)"

This one was sent in via John L Rice, who did not send it in for the "anomaly" for the record. I caught it while watching. I was actually wondering when this might happen in the modular world after putting up this post. I remember one of my readers a while back stating that most DJ's just hit play on their laptops and move around like they are doing something when in actuality they are not. It's great when you see real gear being played live. Regarding the above, it's just a video. I'm sure he knows his gear. John mentioned it is possible he has stuff normalized behind the panels...