3+3+2 . 3x3+2 | Behringer to Clone the TB-303 ?

Published on Nov 4, 2019 BEHRINGER

Update: details and pics posted here.

So, what's the significance of the video title? What's the 2? Two 303's and a 202 in one box? 3+3+2 = 8. 808 in there? 3x3+2 = 11? Feel free to guess in the comments section below.

This one was spotted and sent in via Soviet Space Child.

BTW, see my note on Behringer in the previous post.

The Roland Jupiter-X & XM Story and Why Roland Has No Plans for a New JUPITER-8

I don't like to critique but I thought the following was a little funny (also see my note on Behringer below):

"We are very aware of the very strong passion that synth fans have for the JUPITER-8, and some continue to wait for us to introduce a true analog version. This is something we do not plan to do. Our founder Mr. Kakehashi always said, 'Never chase a ghost', and I really understand his meaning. 'Chasing the ghost' of the original JUPITER-8 or TR-808 does not make sense as we will never catch them, and this effort would not align with our vision for the future. Roland has developed many legendary products throughout our history that came from our drive to always design the future by applying the latest technology and our unique know-how from each era. This is our DNA which will never change."

Preceded by:

"Different from the base Virtual Analog of ZEN-Core, the ABM-powered 'Model Bank' synths in the JUPITER-X and Xm reproduce the total character of specific vintage synths including the JUPITER-8, JUNO-106, JX-8P, and SH-101, all with incredible precision. For these synths, we did deep behavioral analysis of elements such as the filter’s curve, range, and response speed, which are different for each model, of course. We even recreate characteristics including oscillator drift driven by temperature changes- we actually put a physical temperature sensor inside the JUPITER-X and Xm to help with this!"

The above is quoted from The Roland Jupiter-X & XM Story posted on Roland's site. There's more to the post, of course, so do check it out, but what I thought was a little funny was the 'Never chase a ghost' quote. They are clearly doing just that, only in the digital realm, not analog. But... they have ventured in analog with the JD-Xa and JD-Xi. Do I think Roland should clone the Jupiter-8 and their vintage analog? No. For one reason: Behringer. Behringer would just put them under with cheaper models, so if I were Roland, I wouldn't bother. I'm guessing the digital clones are more cost effective as well. I'd stay focused on new products just like they are doing now.  Seriously, Behringer has made it so no company will ever bother cloning their previous products.  I heard that Behringer's goal is to not only offer clones of vintage synths, but to become the largest synth manufacturer for both vintage and new designs.  Simply put, the only way to compete will be to create gear that users want and Behringer does not offer for less.

Ensoniq EPS (Nov 4, 2019)

Published on Nov 4, 2019 SynthMania

"The EPS, the next Ensoniq sampler after the groundbreaking Mirage [video posted here]. In this video I play some disks of the excellent sounds achievable on this machine:

00:07 Grand Piano
01:04 Tenor Sax
02:10 Celestial Voices
04:06 Epic Strings
06:18 Clavinet
07:12 Drawbar Organ 1
08:40 Marimba
FX: Alesis MidiVerb II"

DSI Prophet Rev 2 & Strymon Volante

Published on Nov 4, 2019 3rdStoreyChemist

NEW FOR 2019: ULTIMATE PATCHES Presents 333 KORG MINILOGUE XD ULTIMATE PATCHES (VOLUMES I-3)

Published on Nov 3, 2019 ULTIMATE PATCHES

"333 brand new Ultimate Patches for the Minilogue XD - analog, digital and analog/digital hybrids including retro, modern and futuristic polys, leads, basses, percussion, and fx. This expansive collection of new patches covers synthwave, cinematic, hip hop, jazz, trap, pop, dubstep, vintage and modern house, trance, reggae, retrocade and more."

https://www.ultimatepatches.com

Erica Synths Pico System III Semi-Modular Analog Synth With Preset Cards

Published on Nov 4, 2019 Perfect Circuit

"Erica's Pico System III is a full West Coast synth in a tiny format. Available in both desktop and Eurorack formats, the Pico System III uses a workflow inspired by the Buchla Music Easel—but adds a distinct, edgy character that takes it into entirely new territory.

With deep FM, two lowpass gates, looping envelopes, and loads of modulation options, the Pico System III is easily capable of generative soundscapes, but the addition of PWM, resonant filters, and an extra LFO make it easy to create even more conventional synth sounds with astonishing depth.

Like the Music Easel, the Pico System III can use preset cards to store patch "presets"—in this case, allowing you to save entire patch routings on physical program cards. The system comes with several preset cards and DIY cards so that you can create your own presets."

https://www.perfectcircuit.com/erica-synths

"For people who are waiting"

Published on Nov 4, 2019 Sound Provider

"Just did this quick patch for people who are waiting for something :)

Feat: Fingers by Nik Ramage /Laikingland (thanks a lot Paul Smith Berlin for the Loan)
Piezo pickup under the table
Eurorack: Doepfer A-119 External Input , Tiptop Audio Z8000 Matrix Sequencer ,Intellijel / Applied Acoustics Systems Plonk, Roland System 500 531 Mixer"

Elektron Analog Four Solos

Published on Oct 5, 2019 Brittle stR music

Playlist at the time of this post:

Elektron Analog Four solo: Cloud Deck
Elektron Analog Four solo: Brittle Star
Elektron Analog Four solo: Soda Swarm 2

Soundmit 2019: JoMoX Resonator Neuronium

Published on Nov 4, 2019 Ask.Audio

"The JoMoX Resonator Neuronium is back for a limited time and in limited quantities. Jurgen Michaelis shows us around this gorgeous machine at Soundmit 2019, Turin, Itlay."

Moog Memorymoog Plus with dbm MIDI and Sequencer OS Upgrades SN 3132

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via this auction

"Museum Curator / Collector Alert !

Described by synth guru and composer extrodinarre Jean-Michel Jarre as 'The Rolls Royce of Polysynths'... we proudly present the Moog Memorymoog plus with the rare dbm MIDI, sequencer, and OS upgrades !

Our experts date this instrument, which is serial# 3132, to 1984/5. Our technicians have fully tested, restored to full functionality, calibrated, and tuned this instrument. Note from the pictures that all 6 voices tune properly and that the dbm upgrades are present (see 'dbm tech' displayed on startup). Must be one of the finest examples of this iconic instrument left."

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