New Vector Hardware Desktop Synthesizer In the Works

Published on Sep 18, 2018 Vector

Update:

I took a closer look at the video and the image to the left. It looks like the Orbit and Suborbit controls are for the vector portions of the synth engine. If you are not familiar with vector synthesis, it was introduced with the Sequential Circuits Prophet-VS. That tech made it to the Yamaha SY22 and TG-33, and finally the KORG Wavestation. In short, you have four oscillators that you can morph between with either a joystick or a modulation source. The Orbit and Suborbit controls appear to be the modulators as you can see on the screen. It's similar to being able to record and playing joystick movement on the SY22 and TG33. It's also similar to the paths in Moog's Animoog app.

Below is a list of controls I spotted in the video and the image. If I missed any, feel free to leave a comment. Note Vector synths typically have four oscillators. The screen in the video only shows two, so we will have to wait and see. You can see the synth features overdrive, reverb, delay, and chorus effects. There is also an arpeggiator and audio iput.

Update2: grabbed a screen of the quick front panel flash in the video. Click on it to zoom in a little. You should be able to read most of the controls.

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DSI Prophet Rev 2 & Strymon Mobius

Published on Sep 18, 2018 3rdStoreyChemist

Tangerine Dream at Union Chapel

Published on Sep 18, 2018 Resident Advisor

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Some synth spotting with Tangerine Dream. Moog, Roland, soft synths, and eurorack. I think I spot a Manikin Schrittmacher sequencer in the rack.

Groove Rider GR-16 - The TECHNO SESSIONS Bank IAP Demo for the iPad

Published on Sep 18, 2018 thesoundtestroom

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TEST SERIES PART 1 Tiptop Audio Z-DSP Roland VG-99 Guitar Synth Eurorack

Published on Sep 18, 2018 Outsider Sound Design

"PART ONE
Tiptop Audio Z-DSP with Roland VG-99 Guitar Synth.
Cards used in this video are Time Fabric, Halls of Valhalla, Bitrot, and Dragon Fly 2.


The purpose of “TEST SERIES” is to focus on the sound design possibilities of various gear combinations when pushed to the extremes. This series is not musical nor does it serve as an instructional video. It is all about sound potential.

Please consider supporting this channel by purchasing a sample pack or music download from www.outsidersounddesign.com"

SOLID OAK ARTURIA KEYSTEP STAND WITH ADDITIONAL SHELF

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via this auction

I need one of these for my lap. Curious of the balance would be right.

"This stand has been precision machined to give a snug fit for the Arturia Keystep.

The keystep sits in a recess to stop it from moving or sliding, gripped by the sides this forms a strong and sturdy stand for your Keystep.

The Oak has been oiled and is ready to assemble and should stay looking beautiful for a long time.

NOTE: you must buy your own Arturia Keystep and all other synths as all you will get is 2 wooden cheeks, cross bar, shelf, screws, allen key and rubber feet."

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Audiothingies Micromonsta

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"This unit is used and one of the LEDs is not working for the matrix/scaler. It does not affect the synthesizer though. Comes with a power supply as shown in picture."

New Electro-Harmonix Mod Rex Polyrhythmic Modulator

Published on Sep 18, 2018 EHX

"The MOD REX is a kinetic tour-de-force that lets you weave compelling, shifting, musical tapestries. Whether you are a guitarist, synthesist or electronic musician you will find it inspires your creativity and stretches your musical boundaries.

Learn more: http://www.ehx.com/products/mod-rex

FOUR INDEPENDENT MODULATION SECTIONS:
The heart of the pedal are its four, independent modulation sections synced in time, they are:

MOD features great sounding EHX Vibrato, Flanger, Chorus or Phaser. The Depth knob lets you set the amount of the effect while Feedback controls the resonance of the Flanger and Phaser.

TREM delivers tremolo, an effect that modulates the volume of your signal. The Depth control sets tremolo intensity.

PAN modulates between left and right in stereo operation. In mono operation the PAN section acts as another tremolo section, but with the wave shapes all inverted!

FILTER offers a choice of a modulated LPF, HPF or BPF. In LPF (low pass filter) frequencies above a modulated cutoff point are cut. In HPF (high pass filter) frequencies below a modulated cutoff point are cut, and in BPF (band pass filter) frequencies above and below a modulated center point are cut.

Each section also features a choice of four LFO shape options: rising sawtooth, triangle, falling sawtooth or square wave. They affect the way the modulation transitions and provide advanced creative control over the specific section as well as the way they interact with each other.

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Upcoming Tinami MD-1 is Modular

via Tinami:

"YES! MD-1 is modular 🙌

Some of you have been asking us about this new feature and we are excited to let you know that MD-1 is actually modular.

MD-1 mainboard and components are designed to be easily rearranged by any of you with just a screwdriver and a minimal set of skills.

So what does it means? If you're feeling that your MD-1 needs a different layout just disassemble the case and rearrange the components.

Check our brand new logo shaped components PCB!
How can I get some extra components?
We are going to sell extra components to those who already have their controller and need some extra components for more versatility. We are actually thinking to add this new reward to our Kickstarter campaign.

Is this already working?
All the hardware is already done! We are working to add an affordable alternative for sensing each component, so every time a user rearranges MD-1 components our MIDI editor software automatically reads the controller's new layout. This is truly important for us, since we want it to be very simple for you every time you want to rearrange the layout."

The new Yamaha MODX synthesizer

Published on Sep 18, 2018 Yamaha Music London

"Empower your creativity, take control and stand out from the crowd with MODX: a compact, lightweight synthesizer designed for inspired music-making.

MODX features the same technology as Montage: our class-leading AWM2 (Advanced Wave Memory 2) sample + synthesis engine and pure FM-X (Frequency Modulation) synthesis engine modernised for amazing playability and complex sound design."