February 1982 Moog Interface newsletter, Vol. 3

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Rebel Technology CLK Demo

Published on Jun 8, 2018 Rebel Technology

via Rebel Technology

"CLK is a 4HP triple clock generator that outputs three synchronised clocks. It comprises of a master clock and two dual function multiplier/dividers. Turn clockwise to multiply, anti-clockwise to divide. The outputs are always perfectly synchronised. Use it to feed several trigger sequencers or to generate instant ‘four on the floor’ style patterns.

The top knob sets the master clock, ranging from 40 to 200 BPM. The top jack outputs the master clock as 16th notes.

The middle and bottom knobs either multiply or divide the master clock, depending on whether the knob is turned clockwise (multiplication) or anti-clockwise (division) from the centre position. At 12 o’clock they output the same clock as the master, that is to say they multiply / divide by 1.

The middle knob values are 1 in the centre, then 2, 3, 4, 6, or 8 times as you move away from 12 o’clock.

The bottom knob outputs 1, 2, 4, 8, 12 or 24 times multiplication or division.

tbd: output diagram, per multiplier, per output."

verbos harmonic oscillator #03 natural gate

Published on Jun 8, 2018 Elinch

"the piece builds up slowly, please take some time while listening :-).

1. 2 ambient sounds /// sampleplayer orthogonal devices er-301 & morphagene (rings / zvex instant lo-fi junky / tapografic delay)
2. seq /// verbos harmonic oscillator (sequenced by voltage block) / rapid elephants natural gate / zvex instant lo-fi junky / mutable instruments clouds
3. bass 01 /// sinus Bosc machine orthogonal devices er-301 (sequenced by voltage block)
4. bass 02 /// sinus Bosc machine orthogonal devices er-301 (sequenced by voltage block)
5. saw /// verbos harmonic oscillator
4. strings /// make noise morphagenes with different notes (strings from cubasis, processed with zvex instant lo-fi junky) / er 301 delay
6. seq /// make noise sto (a little bit out of tune, it was hot today :-) / rapid elephants natural gate / zvex instant lo-fi junky / mutable instruments clouds

recorded live with tascam dr 100. no audio processing. for the best listening experience listen to the video with headphones or good speakers.

my first ep with my five favorite pieces is planned at bandcamp for the end of august. If you have personal favorites for the sixth piece, let me know."

Arturia MiniBrute 2 Sequencer [Episode 61]

Published on Jun 7, 2018 CatSynth TV

http://www.catsynth.com

"Part 2 of our detailed look at the Arturia MiniBrute 2. In this video we focus on the sequencer, including basic functionality, synchronizing LFOs, step-sequence entry, and synchronizing to external sources like Ableton Live!"

Part 1 here.

WHAT IS The Synth Library Portland & Prague? Interview | SYNTH ANATOMY

Published on Jun 8, 2018 SYNTH ANATOMY

"I met at Superbooth 2018 the team behind the Synth Library Portland & Prague. In this interview they answer the question: what is the synth library?"

Creating a modular percussion loop (Riamiwo StudioVlog 94)

Published on Jun 8, 2018 riamiwovideos

"Here's a little video how to create a modular-beat... except the MFB 522 Bass, which makes the Kick you can use every modul also for other sounds (for example the snare can also be done with the MiniBrute or the Bastl NOISE & SKIS) - so the variation makes the most fun ;)

Get your copy of my latest EP Skalarus here:
Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/release/skal..."

Gotharman's Little deFormer 3 - Prelim Specs and Pre-Order Info

You can find a demo of the filters here, a guitar demo here, and a deFormation demo here.

via Gotharman

LD3, Rev. 3 prototype design.
Planned changes on the final model:

-Will have 8 Edit Knobs instead of 4.
-The name on 2 of the shortcut buttons will be changed to: Copy and Paste (don't know which yet).
-Frontpanel will be professionally made and look nicer.

Preliminary Specs:

Expected release: September 2018.

-16 parts
-8 stereo voices
-One oscillator per part, that can either be a multi-waveform oscillator, a stereo sampler, a noise generator, one audio input or both audio inputs.
-2 filters per voice. 16 filter types.
-Cross fading chop playback system for ultra smooth transitions between chops -See the XXX7 video for a demo.
-16 Audio Tracks (only 8 can play back at a time at the moment). Chops while recording. Playback starts immediately when recording stops, and chops can be rearranged and re-pitched (again: See XXX7 video).
-Sample time: Either 94 minutes (477MB) or 194 minutes (977MB) of mono sampling (half in stereo), kept in super reliable NOR FLASH memory. Samplings and audio tracks are immediately available when turning on -No loading time.
-8 busses, on which insert effects and optional analog filters can be placed.
-8 Insert effects, that can be placed on any audio bus.
-2 output effects.
-16 sequencer note tracks.
-32 sequencer controller tracks.
-Morph Knob.

USB: Connect a USB drive for importing and exporting of wav samplings, presets and songs, and for updating the firmware.

Audio: Stereo in and out. Left output also functions as a headphone connector.

MIDI: In and out.

Size: 23 x 16 x 6 cm

Weight: (without analogs) 1.0 KG

Optional Analog Board (Planned -Not yet made):
-2 slots for Anamono X series analog filterboards. Each filter can be individually placed on any of the 8 audio busses.
-4 x CV/Gate in.
-4 x CV/Gate out.
-4 extra Audio inputs and outputs -Stereo jacks: Tip = input, ring = output.

More details at http://www.gotharman.dk/LD3.htm. Pre-orders at http://www.gotharman.dk.

Italo Disco done the old school way in 2018

Published on Jun 8, 2018 Espen Kraft

"Italo Disco made the old school way in 2018. Using a plethoria of 80s samplers, synths and drum machines it's possible to make that kind of raw unpolished sound that infused the synth-pop scene back in the early to mid 80s where the term Italo Disco wasn't used, but the octave bass sounded different from much else of the synth-pop.
I've taken inspiration from all the great artists/producers of the time and used some of the same gear.

Thanks to Caroline Johansen for additional vocals, you're a great sport!

Track available on all streaming media:

https://open.spotify.com/album/3dIJbQ...
https://soundcloud.com/espenkraft

The chords and sections that make up the track is explained in detail after the performance of the track so don't turn it off too soon!

The performance is held together by Roland MC50 sequencer that plays the Emax II Liquid Stack guitars while I play other parts. Half of the track is me playing the Emax live.
Bass is off the Roland S-10 sampler played live as is the Korg DW-8000s fairlight pad/strings.
The Yamaha TX802 is also played live over MIDI on the MiniNova.
Additional pads/strings and Fairlight flute is from the Roland Juno 2 and the Yamaha DX7, sequenced.
The simple but effective drums comes off the Akai S1000.

Strymon BlueSky and TC flashback handles reverb and delays.

Everything is going into a couple of Yamaha 01W digital mixers (a Behringer analog mixer does some of the synths) and piped optically into the Audient ID14 soundcard and into the DAW for recording.

Listen to more of my music on: http://www.espenkraft.com
My tracks pay homage to all synth-pop acts of the 80'ies like Howard Jones, Depeche Mode, Pet Shop Boys, New Order, Thompson Twins, Tears for Fears, Ultravox, OMD, Euryhmics, Duran Duran, Giorgio Moroder, Jean Michel Jarre, Jan Hammer, Alphaville, A-ha and many more."

ARTURIA ANNOUNCE SPARK 2.4 UPDATE

Press release via Arturia:

"Arturia are pleased to announce that Spark 2, their full-featured software beat creation suite, has received an update to version 2.4.

Combining elements of a sequencer, drum machine, sampler, modular synthesizer, and recording studio into the ultimate software drum package, Spark 2 has become the plug-in of choice for adventurous producers looking to truly personalize their drum patterns and sounds.

Version 2.4 vastly improves the stability of Spark 2, resolves numerous compatibility issues, and removes bugs, making it the definitive Spark experience.

Previewed at NAMM 2014 and released in April of the same year, Spark 2 became a fan-favorite in Arturia’s catalog of software instruments thanks to its pioneering approach to drum sound design. Mixing their exclusive TAE® component modelling, Phi physical modelling, and contemporary samples, Spark 2 lets users create, combine, and synthesize any kit they can imagine.

'As Spark 2 just celebrated its fourth birthday, we wanted to give it the update it deserved.' said Arturia’s Director of Software Development, and former Spark Lead Developer, Kevin Molcard. 'With version 2.4, my team and I refined its code and resolved dozens of intermittent issues to give users the best, most enjoyable Spark experience ever.'
The updated Spark 2.4 can be downloaded from the Arturia website.

Existing customers can activate the update using their original unlock code, and new customers can enjoy the full software package as a time-restricted demo.

For more information on Arturia’s pioneering software drum solution, visit the Spark 2 page on the Arturia website."

Velvet Acid Christ Roland SE-02 Demo

Published on Jun 8, 2018 Bryan Erickson

"16th notes. Showing off snappy envs and fat sound. My patreon site helped me purchase this studio gem. Love it more than the Cheaper MODEL D."