"From a sequencer controlled by a Nintendo Zapper to a tape loop device inspired by The Beatles's "Tomorrow Never Knows," this year's entries to the 6th Annual Moog Circuit Bending Challenge dazzled us with their thought, creativity, and resourcefulness. It was difficult to pare them down, but only three could go on to present their creations at Moogfest 2017 and compete for the grand prize. See the three finalists, as well as the videos for all of the magnificently mutated devices submitted, here."
"Steve from from Thonk takes us through the new Music Thing Modular kit at Superbooth 2017. You've got the Chord Organ, Graphic EQ, Startup, updated Spring Reverb / expander and the awesome Magnetophon!"
Todd Barton has a new course up on the Buchla Music Easel over on MacProVideo here. Hop on over for the tutorials.
"The 'NEW', reimagined Buchla Easel is one of the most original and best sounding analog all-in-one synths ever made. See what this amazing instrument can do in this Easel Video Manual created by renowned Buchla expert Todd Barton.
Electronic music instrument pioneer, Don Buchla, created the original Easel in 1973. It was the very first all-in-one, pre-patched West Coast style synth! Fast forward 40 years and now there’s the “NEW” Easel. It retains its core analog roots, but when mated with its iProgram card, companion iPad app and the new 218e keyboard, it becomes one of the best sounding and fun to play instruments out there.
This course by Buchla expert, Todd Barton, explores every aspect of the Easel, from its unique sound generation to its powerful controls, sequencing and programming. In essence, Todd has created the very first Easel Video Manual. Todd is an internationally recognized Buchla expert and performer, and he works very closely with Buchla Electronic Musical Instruments in designing patches and creating product documentation.
If you have an Easel or are thinking about getting one... or even if you're simply interested in modular synthesis, this course is for you! So learn everything about the 208 and the 218e modules, which together comprise the one and only Buchla Easel, in this very in-depth course by Todd Barton."
Published on Apr 21, 2017 Hexinverter Électronique
"VCNO is a eurorack modular discrete noise oscillator implemented using an LFSR (Linear Feedback Shift Register) designed with discrete analog parts and logic ICs - no software or microcontrollers.
Availability: shipping May 2017 to modular dealers around the globe!
It is capable of producing full spectrum white noise. But that’s where its similarity to other noise generators stops. VCNO can be used like a VCO – you can modulate the pitch over CV and use its multiple outputs simultaneously, each with a distinct sonic character. Its method of generating noise is similar to that used in early computer sound chips, except it has been implemented here using discrete logic, without the use of software or microcontrollers."
"VCNO is a noise oscillator, capable of producing full spectrum white noise. But that’s where its similarity to other noise generators stops. VCNO can be used like a VCO – you can modulate the pitch over CV and use its multiple outputs simultaneously, each with a distinct sonic character. Its method of generating noise is similar to that used in early computer sound chips, except it has been implemented here using discrete logic, without the use of software or microcontrollers.
FEATURES
Discrete Noise Algorithm
LFSR (Linear Feedback Shift Register) algorithm implemented using discrete analog parts and logic ICs - no software or microcontrollers
PITCH generator capable of frequencies up to half a megahertz. This results in a spectrum of noise which reaches far beyond that of human-hearing
NOISE is the main LFSR output. With the pitch knob turned fully clockwise this will output pure white noise. As you turn the pitch down, the noise evolves into crunchy noise, reminiscent of vintage video game sounds
GATE is a DC-coupled output. This is perfect for supplying random triggers in your system
Three Unique Alternative Outputs
Each of the three alternative outputs are completely different circuits – SCREECH, SIZZLE AND TEAR have their own unique sonic characteristics
SCREECH features a dark, howling overtone to the main NOISE output
SIZZLE features a related control, which takes the output from pure white noise when turned fully clockwise to a vinyl-like crackle when turned anti-clockwise
TEAR sounds like the noise generator is broken and tearing itself apart
All outputs work simultaneously, and are simultaneously affected by the pitch knob or CV
PITCH Input
The frequency of VCNO can be modulated via CV – just patch any CV signal into this jack
A bipolar attenuverter lets you find the right level and polarity for your CV signal
A switch on the back lets you select either logarithmic or linear response at the CV input jack
CLOCK Input
Applying a clock signal here bypasses the internal PITCH frequency generator. You can apply a clock from a trigger sequencer to create a pseudorandom drum trigger pattern synced to the rest of your drums"
Superbooth 2017: Behringer Model D - First Look +Listen
Published on Apr 21, 2017 sonicstate
"Literally straight out of the box after the courier delivered it to the show, we get a first look at the new Model D. Sorry about the lighting conditions, but it was a bit of a hurried shoot."
Side note: You might remember Behringer mentioned two new synths were going to be launched at the Superbooth. So far we have the Model D, the DeepMind6, and the DeepMind rack. So, unless another synth is announced, I'm guessing the DeepMinds were the two new synths, as they are launching for production, while the Model D is still in the prototype stage.
Superbooth 2017: Behringer D Synthesizer Sound Demo
Published on Apr 21, 2017 SYNTH ANATOMY
Behringer MiniMoog Model D Hands-On Sound Demo at Superbooth 2017
Published on Apr 21, 2017 Ask.Audio
"We got hands-on with the first prototypes of the the upcoming $400 Behringer Minimoog Model D analog synth clone.
High-quality audio.
This is well worth watching!!!"
Amazona.de - Superbooth 2017 Interview with BEHRINGER about upcoming Synthesizers
Published on Apr 21, 2017
"Short Interview with Pete Sadler and Rob Belacham from BEHRINGER about upcoming Synthesizers"
