"Recently check on and refurbished in Amsterdam. It is basically like new, although with some scratches , they remain very minimal knowing that this unit is from the nineties.
The MS-404 is basically Dopefer's take on the TB-303 by Roland.
However the two added LFOs add a whole new dimension to the 303 sound. This is because they can modulate the VCOs! Other common 303 emulator features also found on the MS-404 include an external filter input (which I love to use to colour digital synths/VSTs), CV/GATE interfacing, MIDI implementation and a glide effect.
Also has a nice little knob in the back to adjust the Audio input and can be used as a nice preamp/overdrive for whatever you feed into it (nice little driver for drum sounds for example).
All parameters are MIDI controllable. The slide and accent effects from the TB-303 are possible on the MS-404 from the glide control and MIDI velocity for accent.
"The Yorick Tech Low Frequency Expander (LFE) is designed primarily for the Sequential / DSI OB-6 and Prophet 6 synthesizers, but it can now also control the Korg Prologue - another synth with relatively few modulation sources. The LFE adds 3 complex LFOs and a complex 6-stage envelope generator which can also be used as a 2 to 16 step sequencer. This is a simple demo of what the LFE can add to a few of the Prologue's factory patches. Not trying to be remotely musical here, just showing some of the extra modulation abilities on offer.
1. Runner Brass. Two slow LFOs modulating VCO1 and VCO2 shapes giving a very rich sound, envelope modulating filter resonance so each note starts without resonance, another (fast) LFO modulating filter frequency but only brought in with increasing velocity.
2. June Pad. Chorus speed controlled with envelope so it speeds up through the note then slows down. Reverb off during note but then full depth after note released.
3. In my dream. Velocity and LFE's envelope modulating Xmod depth, velocity modulating timbre balance reducing the level of the 'tinkle' with more velocity. LFO 3 comes in after about 2 seconds with a repeating pattern modulating the filter frequency, then I change the pattern type.
4. Solid Bass. Complex envelope modulating filter freq , LFO1 modulating VCO1 shape to give more richness, LFO2 is a key-triggered saw wave modulating Osc3 shape which gives a dark beat, LFO3 does the same with resonance giving a ching-ching beat with increasing velocity.
5. Opal mine. 7-step sequencer controlling filter frequency, filter freq and res controlled by LFO 2 and 3 giving the flutter effect, velocity controlling the Korg's LFO rate.
6. ReeseFlux. Envelope controlling the Korg's LFO rate and the depth of LFO1's sine wave which is modulating filter drive. LFOs 2 and 3 are modulating resonance and filter freq which come in after a few seconds.
9. Raid rush. Envelope modulating filter env depth, velocity controlling the Korg's amp envelope's Attack time, LFO 2 modulating Osc3 level with a saw wave, LFO3 controlling filter freq.
10. Sparkle. Envelope controlling Osc 3 shape, 3 LFOs coming in after a del and/or fade to modulate filter frequency and VCO1 shape.
11. Poly spread. Complex envelope controlling filter freq and 3 LFOs coming in after delays to modulate 2 VCO shapes and filter env depth, one with just 3 cycles.
14. Cinematica. Envelope controlling Osc3 shape, filter freq controlled by a delayed stepped wave from LFO1, LFO2 modulating resonance, LFO3 brought in by velocity to affect VCO2 Octave giving the repeating beat pattern."
"With the Corona virus wreaking havoc, I have decided to self isolate for a while. I brought some toys with me and will be streaming while I work from home for a while :) stay safe out there!"
"Synth Komper Arp – A perfect blend of Wavesequencing and Arpeggiation. Mod Knobs control the master effect wet/dry, Wavesequencing samples, and pitch to create endless variations on the theme."
"nLab Synthesis Granö is a Granular Synthesizer for Native Instruments Reaktor 6 that combines a great sonic potential with a intuitive and simple interface. Take a sample like a synth line, a field recording or a drums loop and start to handling until you’ll come on a unexplored sonic territory. It’s well suited for ambient, experimental, noise artists, sound designers but it works as well on a more conventional approach.
Experimental, Drone, Noise, Ambient Instruments
for Native Instruments Reaktor"
Grano
"°Grid connects to any iOS / Android / PC device faster than you can say “PAIR & PLAY”.
Pair with a tap, it’s as easy as that, and as fun, as it sounds.
°Grid seamlessly integrates into your existing workflow wirelessly through Bluetooth (BLE) or via the on-board USB Type-C — Play keys, make beats, bend a string, compose & remix, launch clips, build 3D worlds, control hardware — °Grid is the most immediate, expressive and versatile way to bring your ideas to life."
"Recently check on and refurbished in Amsterdam. It is basically like new, although with some scratches , they remain very minimal knowing that this unit is from the nineties.
