MATRIXSYNTH

via ERD

"ERD/BREATH is designed for the precise voltage control (CV) of heat and thus smoke production within a modular, eurorack setting. ERD/BREATH allows for controlled summoning and nourishment of (artificial and benevolent) demons, for the offering of sacrificial vapours, and for any modular use of multiple incenses or other smoke-producing resins, herbs and natural substances.

ERD/LICHT transforms and amplifies the oscillations and perturbations of photons into the massed movements of electrons, thus electricity and perhaps only then into sound waves. There is one amplified output and one gate output (2ms 0-5v), corresponding to the rising edge of a dazzling approach (a disco strobe for example).

Both modules are released in a first batch of 20 units each, within an edition of 50 for each.

More details on both modules and ordering at:

https://www.1010.co.uk"

Novation // Launchpad Pro - Ableton: Track Controls [Track Faders] & Clip Controls

Published on Jan 23, 2020 NovationTV

"Enrique shows you how to use the buttons on the Launchpad Pro to get the most out of Ableton Live, without having to use your mouse. As well as the track selection buttons, there's new quick access functions on Launchpad Pro [MK3] that let you do a bunch of cool things with Ableton, from changing the volume to device control. Check it out."

Novation // Launchpad Pro - Ableton: Clip Controls

Published on Jan 23, 2020

"Enrique shows you how you can get the most out of the Launchpad Pro [MK3], to keep you away from the distractions of mousing around! Discover how the Clear, Duplicate, Double, Quantise, and the Fixed Length features can help you to stay focused when you're creating tracks."

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Launchpad Pro [MK3] is our most powerful 64-pad MIDI grid controller for producing: both in Ableton Live and with your hardware. It gives you everything you need to create and perform your tracks.

Featuring deeper Live integration and dedicated buttons that get you closer to the Ableton workflow, Launchpad Pro [MK3] is our most advanced grid controller for producing with Ableton Live. Plus, keep your tracks evolving with the four-track, eight-note polyphonic, 32-step standalone sequencer, get inspired to build harmonies with chord mode and never hit a wrong note with scale mode.

Make Launchpad Pro [MK3] your own. Custom Modes lets you design the perfect controller for your live setup and perform with all your gear, however you want. You can also tailor Launchpad Pro [MK3] to take control of MIDI-compatible hardware and software – with or without a computer.

That’s not all, Launchpad Pro comes with a constant source of inspiration featuring plug-ins, sounds, instruments and effects from AAS, Softube, XLN Addictive Keys, and Klevgrand R0Verb and DAW Cassette- plus membership to Novation Sound Collective.

--- Discover even more about Launchpad Pro:
https://www.novationmusic.com/launch/..."

Waldorf Microwave XTK In Action

Published on Jan 23, 2020 Doctor Mix

"Today I get my hands on the Waldorf Microwave XTK. If you think this sounds great then you'll love the virtual version by UVI in their Virtual Vault 3 collection here: https://www.uvi.net/vintage-vault-3"

NAMM 2020 Lekholm DM48 MIDI Harmonica

Published on Jan 23, 2020 sonicstate

"Lenkholm Digital Chromatic Harmonica - its a MIDI controller for the harmonica player. Play in any key, any tuning from a small Swedish company Father and Son.
Includes side lever plus additional buttons for additional pitch shift functions"

http://lekholminstruments.com

"The Lekholm DM48 is a unique electronic instrument controller in the form of a chromatic harmonica. Twelve independent pressure sensors puts players in control of a world of synthetic sounds, silently at night or loud on stage without feedback. The DM48 is a pure MIDI controller without onboard sound synthesis.

SPECIFICATIONS

12 precision pressure sensors · USB MIDI · Instant key changes · Stores multiple settings & tunings · Built-in tuning editor · Export & import tunings · Highly adjustable response · Adjustable breathing resistance · Single or multichannel output · Compact size · OLED display · Anodized aluminum mouthpiece · Protective nylon case"

Stimming reviews MFB's Synth Pro (Electronic Beats TV)

Published on Jan 22, 2020 Telekom Electronic Beats

"Our resident synth expert Martin Stimming takes the new 8 voice polyphonic synthesizer Synth Pro by MFB for a test drive.

For a retail price of around 1000 Euros, the Synth Pro offers 3 oscillators which each include a Sub oscillator, 24 dB Low Pass and 12 dB Multimode filters, 3 envelope generators which all include a looping function, built in effects, and a sequencer/arpeggiator.

Let’s see what Stimming has to say about the latest product from one of Berlin's oldest boutique synthesizer manufacturers."

MFB Synth Pro Sound Demo

Published on Jan 23, 2020 Maison Vague

"Sound demonstration of the MFB Synth Pro 8-voice polyphonic analog synthesizer. For me, the sound is reminiscent of a vintage 80s Roland Jupiter-6 or MKS-80. It can do a lot more than either of these, however, especially with the ability to use its dual filters in either parallel or serial configuration. I’m only scratching the surface here. I’m hoping to make a follow-up video demonstrating some of its other features in the near future.

Additional equipment used: Arturia Keylab Mk2 MIDI controller, tc electronic d-two multi-FX processor, Apogee Ensemble audio interface, Ableton Live 10."

Sounds of the Roland JUPITER-Xm Synthesizer

Published on Jan 23, 2020 RolandChannel

"Since the release of the JUPITER-4 in 1978, the name JUPITER has marked the pinnacle of Roland sound and playability. Roland synthesizers with the JUPITER name carry our most advanced sound technologies, are supremely playable, and are built from premium materials.

JUPITER-Xm combines classic Roland design and premium build quality with a powerful new synth engine. It faithfully recreates sought-after instruments from our long history of genre-defining sounds. And with multiple layers, loads of polyphony, and deep hands-on control, you can craft huge, spacious sounds that have as much sparkle as they have warmth and punch.

In this video, David Åhlund introduces the Roland JUPITER-Xm with an overview of its design, a demonstration of the Model Banks that include JUNO-106, JUPITER-8, JX-8P, a polyphonic SH-101, XV-5080, RD piano and more. There is also a demonstration of the new i-Arpeggio, designed to provide immediate inspiration with drums, bass and more at the press of a chord. David also demonstrates some of the effects on board with over 90 to choose from.

This video also takes a look at the new ZEN-Core Synthesis System which embodies nearly five decades of historical know-how gained through the development of our most famous analog, digital, and virtual analog synthesizers."

DX5 Playing Depeche Mode "In Your Memory"

Published on Jan 23, 2020 DX5

An unconventional 6/4 pattern song composed by Alan Wilder.
Gear used:
Emu Emax II
Yamaha DX7.

Backtrack recorded on Pro Tools, Including:
Access Virus TI Snow.
Roland Promars MRS-2
Kurzweil PC1X
Chorus voices are just mine (overdubbed)
- Composed by Alan Wilder
- Performed here by DX5 Jose Maria Bara

The Galaxy Electric - Cosmic Tape Music - Improvised Modular Performance - Air Chrysalis

Published on Jan 23, 2020 The Galaxy Electric

"Thanks for listening! Come on a musical voyage with us where we'll send you a new song every day, a cosmic story, and a chance to earn space treasure: https://thegalaxyelectric.lpages.co/5...

This improv's theme was done in honor of Podular Modcast's patch challenge : Air Chrysalis

For those not familiar, this is a podcast dedicated to covering the global modular synthesizer scene. It is hosted by Tim Held.

Every week he encourages the guests to create a patch inspired by an adjective and noun of his choosing. They get a few minutes and then they have to perform their patch on the spot.

In his episode 88 on Monday January 13, 2020 he turned it around on his audience and gave his listeners the words Air Chrysalis. We took the challenge and went live on Facebook and Instagram and started the patch from scratch.

Thank you Tim for creating such a fun way to challenge our patching skills.

Equipment Used:
Mellotron 4000D Mini
Roland RE-20 Space Echo Pedal
Pigtronix Infinity Looper
Buchla Clones: 266r Source of Uncertainty, 291r Dual Voltage Controlled Filter, 280r Quad Function Generator, 292c Quad Lopass Gate
1979 Modular: Dual Algorithmic Oscillator, Digital Resonator, Stereo Microsound Processor"