"The Zillion is a single track algorithmic MIDI sequencer based on the principles of the Triadex Muse. The Muse used counters and a shift register to generate more than a million musical melodies.
The Zillion expands on these ideas to add more features and functionality, providing a zillion possibilities for you to discover.
There are 16 operating modes. These include Playback, Tempo, Swing, Direction, Loop, Transpose, Scale, Scale Program, Melody, Rhythm, Velocity, Theme, Shift Register, MIDI OUT, MIDI IN, and Sync."
"Polyphony - 1 playable voice + 3 accompaniment voices
Two FM operators per voice
100 preset main waveforms, 15 preset accompaniment waveforms
Programmable sequencer
13 accompaniment rhythms, each with one of four accompaniment voice patterns
Demo song
Keyboard - 25-key membrane buttons
Memory - One internal sequence / cassette data storage"
"This is a real treasure and a great learning tool for synthesizers. This multi-voice synthesizer from the mid-1970s was built from a kit and worked when it was retired, though I can't promise it will now. It is solid-state, though, so why not? The schematics, procedure instructions, glossary, and setting/operating instructions are included so you can experiment away. Learn how the various electronics produce the sounds and learn how to control them. This is a nice, quality device.
The build instructions have been marked by the builder, so I won't claim this is mint."
See the seller's other items for some other vintage electronics.
"First of all: sorry for the poor video quality. I had no sufficient available ligth today. In this small improvisation I triggered my SH-101 through my DR-110 and played also the DW-8000. For the synths I used the internal delay which I routed through my BOSS CE-2w and from there in stereo to my Strymon BIG SKY. So the Korg and the SH shared the same FX settings. The BOSS DR-110 got a bit EQ from Logic Pro X. Thats all. Thanks for watching!"
"so, this weeks AE modular challenge was X, the number 10... to celebrate it being the 10th challenge!
I decided that to meet this challenge, Id create 10 patches on the AE modular, so the track would be solely made on the AE modular.
Obviously, I needed to multi-track to do this, but decided to stay away from the computer...
Instead, I decided to use a Tascam 244, that I had bought and repaired a few months back,
and whilst Ive used it a bit before, I wanted to challenge myself with it....
... creating 10 tracks on a 4-track, seemed like a good idea at the time ;)
perhaps unsurprisingly, this turned out to be a bit more of a challenge than I expected!
the workflow was not that difficult, its a matter of just keeping track of which tracks are your 'masters',
and so which tracks you have to record on, and the Tascam 244's EQ is really useful!.
it all started ok...
Id create a patch, play it live, record it.
rinse and repeat,
when I ran out of tracks, Id usually bounce and record at the same time.
cool...
but about half way thru, it became apparent, with a 4-track you really need to have a plan :)
you are continually having to commit on things like levels and EQ (to free up tracks),
but I wasn't even sure where the track was heading or what the next patches (so sounds) might be.
... and even half way thru, I had a pretty dense track!
so next time, I'll defintely think it thru first, Ideally have some kind of 'timeline' in my head, so that there are spaces to slot new things in, to let the track breath a bit.
but it was a lot of fun, and I definitely learnt a few things along the way,
I look forward to giving it another ago some time soon :)"
17 days to go on Kickstarter here. Currently at 52 backers with $17,810 pledged of the $47,608 goal. Some details from the campaign:
"SPECIFICATIONS
Rackable (38HP eurorack) modular desktop unit.
8 CV inputs with led level indicators.
6 main functions: Prefilter / Digital / Analog / Mixer / Envelope Follower / Feedback
Prefilter: High Pass and Low Pass filters to shape the sound before being processed. Both controlable via fader + CV input.
Digital: 12 bit Bit Crusher + Sample Rate reducer. Both controlable via potentiometer and CV inputs. It also offer an analog input control with led clip indicator and a low pass filter to smooth the output signal. All the code will be Open Source
Analog: 7 analog distortion circuits selectable with a rotary encoder + a sweet resonant state variable filter. Drive and Cutoff parameters are controlable via potentiometer and CV inputs. 2 of the circuits use the new Korg NU-TUBE.
"Look and listen to the not-yet available Waldorf KYRA - an amazing digital synthesizer that will be available mid 2019 and provide128 voices of polyphony (regardless of effects or OSC settings) from an incredible FGPA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) processor (a first for a synthesizer). Watch, listen and get on the waiting list to own one!"
Two for $329.99 each. Estimated delivery between Tue. Mar. 26 and Tue. Apr. 2. Go through eBay for the buyer protection on these to be safe. That said, it looks like these are going to be available soon. Be sure to check out the dealers on the right here on MATRIXSYNTH for stock.
We also have the full product description:
"Analog synthesizer with 32 full-size keys, 3340 VCO with 4 simultaneous waveforms, VCF, ADSR, 32-step sequencer, arpeggiator, and live performance kit
The 1980s and 90s spawned a new “wave” of synth performers including Devo, The Chemical Brothers, The Prodigy, The Crystal Method and a host of others, all empowered by the sound of a simple strap-on instrument that let keyboardists steal the spotlight away from their guitar- wielding bandmates. An ultra-affordable homage to that iconic synthesizer with all the features of the original and then some, such as a 32-step sequencer, arpeggiator and live performance kit, the Behringer MS-101-RD Synthesizer lets you conjure up virtually any sound with incredible finesse and ease. With its 32 semi-weighted full-size keys, pure analog signal path, authentic 3340 VCO with 4 simultaneously-mixable waveforms, plus extremely flexible VCF and VCA filters, the MS-101-RD is sure to become your favorite keyboard. Owning the MS-101-RD is like having your own personal time machine, enabling you to embrace the past – or make your imprint on the future!
