How to use the ESK32-30617 HT32F61357 Music Synthesizer MCU development board?

video by Jessica Ca

You might remember the Holtek HT36A4 8-Bit Music Synthesizer from this post.

"📌HT32F61357 Music Synthesizer MCU development board ESK32-30617
💻More Information

00:00​ 00:04​ Opening
00:05​ 00:10​ HT32F61357 Music Synthesizer MCU development board ESK32-30617
00:11​ 00:15​ Layout
00:16​ 00:40​ Development Environment
00:41​ 00:48​ Hardware Connect
00:49​ 01:52​ Audio Workshop software Setting
01:53​ 02:40​ Demo ESK32-30617
02:41​ 02:53​ ESK32-30617 with MuseScore3
02:54​ 03:46​ MuseScore3 Software set up
03:47​ 03:56​ www.BestModulesCorp.com


✒Description

The ESK32-30617 is a development board for Holtek Music Synthesizer MCU HT32F61357. It is convenient for users to develop MIDI / sound-related products with the Holtek music development platform Audio Workshop.

The Audio Workshop has internal integrated a wide variety of editing functions, such as MIDI, Sound, Effect, Sentence, etc., which can be quickly configured to generate target code. With the Audio Workshop, users do not need to write the program codes. The Audio Workshop provide tone editing function. Users can replace with their own tone for tone ADSR parameter adjustment to update tone parameters and simulate tone effects in time.

The MIDI / sound effect evaluation and simulation can be quickly implemented when users connect the micro USB of the ESK32-30617 to computer and work with the Audio Workshop.

✒Features
◆Power supply by USB
◆Editable MIDI
◆The Audio Workshop contains loading and editing MIDI functions (not includes MIDI2)
◆Audio output configuration and MIDI interface configuration
◆Tone parameters editing and replacing
◆With the Audio Workshop, users do not need to write the program codes

✒Product Information
◆Dimensions : 139 x 64 x 13 (mm)
◆Packing List :
- HT32F61357 development board ESK32-30617 x 1
- Nylon hexagon posts x 4

✒Resources
*Development platform : Audio Workshop
*Development board : ESK32-30617
*MCU : Holtek HT32F61357, 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M0+ Music Synthesizer MCU, including datasheet, package dimension, etc.

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Innovative Instruments: Vongon Paragraphs - a musical demo of this gorgeous modulation pedal!

video by Joel Negus

"I took the Vongon Paragraphs for a spin around my home studio with the Teenage Engineering OP-1, the Arturia Polybrute, and my 1977 Rhodes. Listen to how this beautiful instrument interacts!

0:00​ Introduction
2:32​ OP-1 w/ Paragraphs
3:42​ Polybrute w/ Paragraphs
4:43​ Rhodes w/ Paragraphs"

"Paragraphs is an analog four-pole resonant low pass filter with an attack, decay (AD) envelope generator designed with focus on simplicity and flexibility.

Low Pass Filter

The heart of the filter circuit is the AS3320 analog chip — a modern replica of the same component used in analog classics like the Sequential Prophet 5, Pro-One mono-synth, Elka Synthex, and the LinnDrum. Cutoff spans the full audio spectrum and resonance starts to self-oscillate at about seventy percent.
Modulation

The envelope generator offers modulations in an uncommonly wide range of frequencies — starting as low as 0.05 hz for slowly evolving 20 second long cycles, and reaching up to (and past) the audio threshold at 300 hz for a wave shaping effect similar to sounds found on west coast style synthesizers (“think Buchla”).
Flexible Gain Stages

Paragraphs accepts instrument and line level signals. Dedicated controls for input (drive) and output level make it easy to move between a crystal clear clean tone and and a clipping fuzz. A multi-color LED provides a visual representation of the signal level. Red indicates clipping. Orange flashes indicate the start of overload. Green indicates the presence of signal at or below the nominal level.
CV and MIDI

Inputs for Control Voltage (CV) and midi are available to remotely trigger the envelope generator. This enables your Paragraphs to stay in rhythmic synchronization with external systems like midi sequencers, euroracks, and digital audio workstations."

Baloran The Pool: First tests with integrated effects

video by Laurent Baloran

"First tests with the integrated effects. For the moment it's the same The Triko as The River, but it's possible that it will change ;)"

Erica Synths Introduces the Black BBD Eurorack Module

video by Erica Synths

"The Black BBD is one of a kind analogue delay module - it features two BBD lines - short 1024 stage, and long 4096 stage that work simultaneously and you can smoothly fade between those two thus creating distinct multi-tap effect. Furthermore, an advanced BBD clock noise cancellation circuit is implemented that reduces unwanted BBD noise without filtering higher frequencies of the audio signal.


Timeline:

00:00​ Patch 1 "HATS"
Pico Drum 2 hi-hat algorithm through BBD in short mode

01:02​ Patch 2 "SNARES"
Pico Drum 2 snare algorithm through BBD in long mode

02:51​ Patch 3 "MULTI-TAP BEAT"
Pico Drum through BBD in mixed tap mode

03:36​ Patch 4 "FM RADIO 1"
ADDAC FM radio through BBD

04:10​ Patch 5 "KARPLUS 2000"
Pico Voice Karplus Strong algorithm through BBD

05:03​ Patch 6 "STEREO DRUMMER"
Pico Drums 2 with randomly selected algorithms send through two hard panned BBD's and modulated with Black Octasource

06:13​ Patch 7 "EASY PADS"
Sample Drum playing a pad sound through BBD in long mode

07:14​ Patch 8 "DRUMBREAK"
Sample Drum playing a breakbeat sample through BBD in short mode

09:02​ Patch 9 "STEREO SYNTH"
Pico Voice Fold algorithm sent through two hard panned BBD's

10:02​ Patch 10 "FM RADIO 2"
ADDAC FM radio through BBD

10:51​ Patch 11 "LPG BLASTER"
Black LPG in self oscillating setting sent through BBD which WET out is sent back into the BBD. everything is modulated by the Octasource in random mode

12:17​ Patch 12 "FEEDBACKER"
BBD pinged with pulsewave from the Black VCO 2"

"The Black BBD is one of a kind analogue delay module - it features two BBD lines - short 1024 stage, and long 4096 stage that work simultaneously and you can smoothly fade between those two thus creating distinct multi-tap effect. Furthermore, an advanced BBD clock noise cancellation circuit is implemented that reduces unwanted BBD noise without filtering higher frequencies of the audio signal. Most of parameters are voltage controlled, which allows to integrate the module in complex modular setups.

FEATURES:
Full analogue design
Two BBD lines (1024 and 4096 stages)
Smooth crossfade between BBD lines
Built in LFO
CV control over Time, Feedback and Dry/Wet mix


RRP: 260 EUR (VAT excl.)
MAP USA: 319 USD"

UNO SYNTH PRO Review and tutorial - Pros and cons for IK Multimedia's new synth

video by loopop

TIMELINE:
0:00​ Intro
1:20​ Overview
3:30​ Workflow
5:20​ Synth guts
6:40​ Connectivity
7:50​ Oscillators
8:40​ Mixer
9:50​ Osc x mods
11:40​ Paraphonic
14:05​ Filter
17:00​ Series/Parallel
19:15​ Effects
22:20​ Mod matrix
27:45​ Arpeggiator
29:20​ Sequencer
32:40​ Song mode
34:45​ Scales
36:00​ Pros & cons
41:05​ 128 Presets
1:02:50​ Outro...

Frequency Central - Seismograf BD/SD and Stasis Leak [5U]

video by NOISEBUG

"Showing off the Frequency Central percussion modules running through the Stasis Leak for some effects on the Snare Drum module. Enjoy!"

https://www.noisebug.net/

UVI Releases SparkVerb for iOS

SparkVerb - The Algorithmic Reverb by UVI - Let’s Explore & Play - Live iPad Demo video by The Sound Test Room (Patreon)

It looks like UVI quietly released SparkVerb for iOS. Above is a video from The Sound Test Room.

via the App Store:

"Algorithmic reverb, redefined With a cutting-edge algorithmic design, Sparkverb breaks the boundaries of contemporary reverbs giving users modern and innovative controls that enhance usability, speed and creative freedom while delivering breathtaking sound quality and remarkable CPU efficiency."

You can find previous UVI releases featuring SparkVerb here.

In Your Mix - Volume 5 - UDO Super 6 - Building a Track

video by iusandwe

"This week I test drive the UDO Super 6 and show you how I build a track from scratch. I've only spent a few days with this synth but so far I am very impressed. Every sound, excluding drums, is the Super 6."

Check out more of iusandwe at http://www.iusandwe.com/

Also see In Your Mix - Volume 6 - Sequential Prophet 10 Rev4 - Building a Track Check out more of iusandwe at http://www.iusandwe.com/

Hypersynth HCard-705 for Yamaha DX1/DX5 Demonstration

video by Failed Muso

"In this video, I take a look at the new HCard-705 RAM Cartridge Pack from Hypersynth. We cover some brief history of DX cartridges before going through how to use the HCard-705 in your DX1/DX5, including how to install and access the brand new Hyper-Bank Performance patches, the first 3rd party commercial sound banks specifically for the DX1/DX5 ever!

Buy the HCard-705 direct from Hypersynth...

http://www.hypersynth.com/Hcard_705.html

View the full audio demo of the Hyper-Bank" [posted here]
See the HyperSynth label below for more.

AudioPilz - Synths - Bad/Better Gear

Bad Gear - Yamaha CS1x - Not Exactly My Thing video by AudioPilz

Just discovered this series. Above is the latest video featuring the Yamaha CS1x. Below is a playlist of previous videos in the series. I'm guessing the CS1x will be added. P.S. I actually own a CS1x and SU10 so it's kind of fun seeing them paired in this video. The CS1x is all ROMpler but it does have some nice icy strings. It has a bright digital character about it - like it's permanently run through a glassy sounding reverb.



Playlist (enjoy, or not - use the controls on the bottom left or upper right of the player to skip around):
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How To Control The Microkorg Using Midi Controllers??? (Tutorial)
Bad Gear - Microkorg - A Hipster Synth???
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Bad Gear - Akai Timbre Wolf - Weakest Poly Synth???
Bad Gear - Korg Electribe EA-1 - Worst Of The Tribe???
Bad Gear - Red Sound Darkstar - Worst Synth Of All Time???
Bad Gear - M-Audio Venom - Biggest Software Dongle Of All Time???
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Bad Gear - Roland JX-305 - Pub Gig MC-505???
Bad Gear - Arturia Minibrute - The Tutorial Synth???
Bad Gear - Roland D-110 - 80s Sound In A Box???
Bad Gear - Yamaha FB-01 - Second Worst FM Synth???
Bad Gear - Yamaha SHS-10 Keytar - Most Embarrassing Synth Of All Time???
Bad Gear - Quasimidi Sirius - 90s Techno Machine???
Bad Gear - Korg Kaossilator Pro - The Synth of Christmas Past???
Bad Gear - Nintendo Korg DS-10 - Game Boy MS-20???
Roland U-110 - Yet Another Boring 80s Synthesizer???
Bad Gear - Roland Sound Canvas SC-55 - Vintage Gamers Synth???
Bad Gear - Yamaha DJX - Kid’s Keyboard???
Bad Gear - Roland SH-201 - The MP3 Synth??? (feat. Alex Ball)
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Bad Gear - Waldorf Blofeld - Vintage Sound of the Future???

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