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NAMM 2020: Playtime Engineering BlipBlox After Dark Sounds

Published on Jan 17, 2020 Perfect Circuit

"Playtime Engineering's Blipblox After Dark is a revised and repackaged version of their Blipblox synthesizer, turning a toy into a tool for serious sonic exploration and production.

Introduced last year, the Playtime Engineering Blipblox is a synthesizer designed to be safe and fun for young children. Playtime Engineering no doubt noticed, though, that the device kept finding its way into the hands of adults: so they created Blipblox After Dark, which dispenses of the original's cryptic labeling and adds extra features that turn it into a considerably more useful tool for musicians of all ages.

The advanced multimode filter, multi-tap stereo delay, 256 custom wavetables, and considerably expanded drum tone palette open the Blipblox to a considerably broader range of musical contexts than previously possible—and don't fret, it's still fun for kids as well!

Playtime Engineering gear available here"

NAMM 2020 - Arturia Keystep Pro

Published on Jan 17, 2020 Kraft Music

"Find exclusive Arturia KeyStep Pro BUNDLES at Kraft Music.

Arturia showcases the Keystep Pro Controller Sequencer at the 2020 NAMM Show

The Arturia KeyStep Pro gives keyboard players incredible sequencing and performance power in a compact, versatile controller. An all-in-one sequencing solution, KeyStep Pro lets you take full control of your modular rigs, outboard synths, and software studio – all at the same time. KeyStep Pro's 3-octave slim-key keyboard with velocity sensitivity and aftertouch is accompanied by four independent polyphonic sequencer tracks, a 16-part drum sequencer, intuitive controls, and unparalleled connectivity.

Get more for your money with an exclusive Arturia KeyStep Pro controller and sequencer bundle from Kraft Music. These package deals include the accessories you'll need to get the most out of your new controller/sequencer, all for one low price. If you have any questions, please contact us. Our knowledgeable Sales Advisors will be happy to assist in choosing the bundle that's right for you!"

NAMM 2020: Verbos Electronics New Modules Sounds

Published on Jan 17, 2020 Perfect Circuit

"Verbos Electronics brought three new modules to the NAMM show this year, including a new oscillator, filter/amplifier, and filterbank/noise source.

The Verbos Foundation Oscillator is inspired by the Music Easel's Complex Oscillator, providing both fixed outputs and outputs which can continuously fade between sine and more complex shapes (including the famous spike wave). It also adds a "richness" parameter, which provides an edgy tone not unlike the sounds of hard sync sweeps.

The new Amp and Tone Controller is a smaller version of their prior Amp & Tone, providing everything from lowpass gates to much grittier overdriven filter tones. The Noise and Filter module offers white noise and a four-band fixed filterbank, great for sculpting percussive sounds and dividing sounds into multiple spectral regions.

Foundation Oscillator available here"

Patch of the Week 41: ARP 2600 – Destructive Feedback Loop

Published on Jan 17, 2020 Korg

"The 2600 is well known for its pre-amp which can be used to bring external sounds into the synth. But what happens if we patch the output of the VCA back into its pre-amp for overdrive?"

Korg Patch of the Week posts

KORG ARP 2600 FS posts

NAMM 2020: Korg Wavestate

Published on Jan 17, 2020 CatSynth TV

"We get a demo and explanation of the new Korg Wavestate synthesizer, one of most discussed new instruments at NAMM 2020."

NAMM 2020 - KORG ARP 2600 FS

Published on Jan 17, 2020 SynthMania

"The recreation of the classic ARP synth from the early '70s. Feat. Gianni aka 'Synth Guru'"

The line-in audio for this one appears to be left channel only. The right drops out.

KORG ARP 2600 FS posts

Sonicware Liven 8bit Warps - NAMM 2020

Published on Jan 17, 2020 Sound On Sound magazine

"8-bit wave memory synthesizer designed with live performance in mind"

Sonicware Liven 8bit Warps

NAMM 2020: Doepfer Made a Joystick Controller With A New Axis!!

Published on Jan 17, 2020 sonicstate

Try taking that on a flight...

"With the proliferation of the Eurorack format, Doepfer sometimes get pushed to the side however if you can look past the utilitarian front panels then you'll see that Dieter Doepfer is continually making really useful, interesting and feature packed modules.

The Doepfer A-174-4 is a joy stick controller that gives you a ton of cv outputs. 4 quadrant outputs, xyz rotation and a gate. We also took a look at a few other modules that have been added to the a-100 line this year."

A-111-6 featured as well.

NAMM 2020: Arturia KeyStep Pro

Published on Jan 17, 2020 sonicstate

Arturia KeyStep Pro - NAMM 2020

Published on Jan 17, 2020 Bedroom Producers Blog

"Checking out the Arturia KeyStep Pro sequencer and MIDI controller at NAMM 2020."

Arturia KeyStep Pro posts