Music Thing Modular Graphic EQ DIY Build

Published on May 22, 2018 LowGainElectronics

"Real time build of the MusicThingModular Graphic EQ. I recommend this build for beginners. Fixed filter banks are very useful and highly underrated. Available at www.ModularAddict.com The photo at the end shows how I modified the module by drilling the jack holes out to allow the jacks plastic bushing to it in the panel a little. Less space between the pcb and panel. I also added 2 nylon flat washers to each of the screws on the sliders. This allowed me to properly tighten the screws for the middle pcb support. Not 100% necessary, but it makes me feel better knowing it’s secure. ^_^ Happy SynthDIY’ing!!"

Altura Theremin MIDI Controller Tutorial by Zeppelin Design Labs

Published on May 22, 2018 Zeppelin Design Labs

"The ALTURA is a MIDI controller that emulates the classic theremin. Control your synthesizer or any MIDI device by just waving your hands. This video is an in-depth tutorial and player's guide that will show you the tips, tricks and techniques you need to master the Altura and wave with the best. Learn more about the Altura at www.zeppelindesignlabs.com.

Chapters:
1. Setup
2. Articulation
3. Note Bin
4. Posture
5. Playing Scales
6a. Pitch Bend
6b. Modulation
6c. Note Velocity
6d. Channel Volume
6e. Portamento Time
6f. X-Y Mode

From the Altura Reference Manual:

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PROPHET-6 VS. SUB37: PATCH MATCH (No Talking)

Published on May 22, 2018 MR TUNA Music

"Just a few minutes comparing the sounds of the Dave Smith/Sequential Circuits Prophet-6 with the Moog Sub37 analog synthesizers. Just a simple bass patch and a lot of pointless noodling on the keys. The Sub is definitely darker and meaner but there's a lot to appreciate on either side of the equation--- what's your preference??"

Red / Burgundy Alesis A6 Andromeda Synthesizer

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Blue Roland Boutique SH-01A w/ K-25m Keyboard

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Sequential Circuits Pro-One - J-wire Version

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"Keyboard works fully but between 5-6 keys will retrigger on release and one retriggers while depressed. Generally this can’t be heard, but is reflected in the gate light illuminating."

Likely the J-Wires and bar need cleaning.

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X1L3 ROLAND TR505 - Art circuit bent, amazing drum machine!

Published on May 22, 2018 Scienceforce

"X1L3 ROLAND TR505 - Art circuit bent, amazing drum machine!"

Native Instruments Maschine MK3 Review

Published on May 22, 2018 tarekith

"Overview of the new hardware and software functionality of Native Instruments Maschine MK3."

Synthesizer Show & Tell - Roland Juno-60

Published on May 22, 2018 Steve Learson

Synthesizer Show & Tell EP: 3 Covers the Roland Juno-60.

Each week I challenge myself to write a piece of music using only one synth from my collection, and share some tips and tricks on how to use the instrument.

The Juno 60 is a 6 note DCO polyphonic synth from 1982 with memory storage, designated slider controls, and an arpeggiator. It has been used in many recordings from the 80’s to today.

00:00 - Noodling
00:24 - Introduction
1:14 - Track Intro
1:30 - Arpeggiator Sync
2:07 - Drum Sounds
2:26 - Chord Memory
2:52 - Mono Mode
4:38 - Hidden Patch Banks
5:25 - Saving Patches To An External Device
6:32 - Chorus
8:13 - PWM
9:30 - Original Track, “None Of This Is Really Happening”

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Synthesizer Show & Tell - Behringer Model D (Minimoog Clone)

Published on Apr 30, 2018

"This video contains a short piece of music I wrote the first day I obtained this synth. This video highlights some sounds I made along with tips and tricks for the Behringer Model D Analog Synthesizer.

One issue I addressed is how to change the "Low Note Priority" from "Low," to "High," to "Last," which is a problem I could not find the solution to on the internet.

0:00 - Noodling with Delay and Reverb
1:03 - Introduction
2:25 - Reprogramming "Low Not Priority"
3:41 - More Noodling
4:00 - Original Track Intro
4:30 - Hi-hat design
5:50 - Kick and Snare design
7:00 - Bubble design
7:45 - Bass design
8:28 - Telephone design
9:00 - Question: how do I hook up an expression pedal to the cutoff filter?
9:41 - Full Song

Intro recorded through a Boss DD-7 delay and a Hall of Fame reverb"

Synthesizer Show & Tell