Thursday, July 07, 2022
Novation KS Rack - #3 Hypersync Mode overview - unique Feature explained | Spoiler: Much talking :-D
video upload by Kosmokatze
"Here is a little video about this special mode. I didn't find much about it on the Internet. Maybe it's interesting for one or the other.
Credits Thumbnail: pngwing.com"
Oberheim OB-8 with DSX Sequencer w/ Docs
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via this auction
"I have been obsessive about gathering complete documentation for my OB8, keeping it in top condition, and leveraging all of its flexibility and features. There is no reproduction synth that gets at the sound and character of the real thing. So, in support of this instrument, the OB8 comes with a hard case (the case is attributed to Loren Jones of “Sweet Tommy” fame…), six (6) CEM 3340 VCO chips (that’s three voices worth), one (1) DSX Sequencer with ElectronGate memory expansion, one (1) DSX for parts (keep in mind that the panel switches have some interchangeability with the OB8), two (2) OB8 to DSX connector cables, operator manuals, service literature, and other helpful guidance documents. It is up to date with B5 software. This OB8 has a j-wire keybed, which is a lot easier to maintain, and Oberheim MIDI implementation.
Aesthetically, the OB8 is in outstanding condition and has the Page 2 silk screened on the panel. There are surface scratches on the main panel and pitch/mod panel. The wood endbells have a few more holes in it; this from a previous owner. The high D key was repaired. See pictures.
The DSX is really cool. The learning curve is high, but the payoff is quite rewarding. You can sequence the OB8 directly, but the DSX has 8 CV/Gate outputs to simultaneously drive and sequence a bunch of monosynths. Yes, it’s very constrained interfacing, as the DSX is the master sequencer for the OB8, but with the appearance of software like DSXHack (), the gap is narrowed between MIDI and Oberheim Music Performance system. This is hardcore flexibility. There is a certain aesthetic that comes out of using this technology to its fullest, and definitely pushed my music to give it an authentically-1980s flair."
via this auction
"I have been obsessive about gathering complete documentation for my OB8, keeping it in top condition, and leveraging all of its flexibility and features. There is no reproduction synth that gets at the sound and character of the real thing. So, in support of this instrument, the OB8 comes with a hard case (the case is attributed to Loren Jones of “Sweet Tommy” fame…), six (6) CEM 3340 VCO chips (that’s three voices worth), one (1) DSX Sequencer with ElectronGate memory expansion, one (1) DSX for parts (keep in mind that the panel switches have some interchangeability with the OB8), two (2) OB8 to DSX connector cables, operator manuals, service literature, and other helpful guidance documents. It is up to date with B5 software. This OB8 has a j-wire keybed, which is a lot easier to maintain, and Oberheim MIDI implementation.
Aesthetically, the OB8 is in outstanding condition and has the Page 2 silk screened on the panel. There are surface scratches on the main panel and pitch/mod panel. The wood endbells have a few more holes in it; this from a previous owner. The high D key was repaired. See pictures.
The DSX is really cool. The learning curve is high, but the payoff is quite rewarding. You can sequence the OB8 directly, but the DSX has 8 CV/Gate outputs to simultaneously drive and sequence a bunch of monosynths. Yes, it’s very constrained interfacing, as the DSX is the master sequencer for the OB8, but with the appearance of software like DSXHack (), the gap is narrowed between MIDI and Oberheim Music Performance system. This is hardcore flexibility. There is a certain aesthetic that comes out of using this technology to its fullest, and definitely pushed my music to give it an authentically-1980s flair."
TEXTURIZE - AU/VST3 Texture & Noise Plugin - Texturize Your Sound
video upload by SoundGhost
"TEXTURIZE is an AU/VST3 plugin for Mac & Windows.
Now Available:
https://soundghost.net
Texturize is an inspiring creative tool that adapts to any audio, layering dense textures over your sounds quickly and easily. Transform any audio by choosing from over 200 original noise sources, from retro recording devices, unique foley and organic rainfall, to modular synthesizers and electromagnetic drones. Shape the texture using envelope controls, sculpt the frequency content with high-quality filters, plus import and store your own samples for instant recall.
Texturize your sound.
Works with any AU/VST3 host such as Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Reaper, Bitwig, GarageBand and more."
SOS arcane
video upload by studio snippets
Spherical Sound Society ARCANE (first posted here), and Oxi Instruments One seqeuncer.
Some pics and additional info on ARCANE:
via Tindie
"ARCANE is a generative synth that lies somewhere between a synth, a sequencer and a drum machine, depending on how you interact with it.It is based on an authentic Yamaha YM2413 FM chip; the one used in some arcade coin ops, MSX and in the japanese version of the Sega Master System.
To control it it has 6 potentiometers and 3 buttons. The pots are:
-TEMPO. It controls the tempo/speed
-BASE REGISTER. It determines if the machine is more musical or glichy. Better left it around 3 o'clock position for more musical results. Turning it to the center and left side produces more noisy/glitchy and chaotic outputs. You have been prevented!
-INTENSITY. The higher this pot, the more amount of notes and percusions sounding. This is a very playable way of alter the generative composition by transitioning between the simple and complex sound patterns
-SEQUENCE. It let you browse between sequences. Turn it to select random patterns
-DISPERSION. the higher this pot, the most registers that we are writing on the chip, so the sequences get more complex and chaotic. This and intensity are a very playable pair and both are related. Once you tuned something that you like, try to do variations playing this pot and INTENSITY one
-COMBINATION. It multiplex, demultiplex and recombines sequences, keeping the output related but always fresh and different. At minimun it produces a 16 step sequence. At maximun it produces a 8 steps sequence. Between is where the magic happens, and it recombines and produce generative patterns via bitshifting and logic operations of the sequences.
It has 3 buttons, Left, Right and Reset. Reset is located in the arduino and is self explanatory. If you have been playing in the BASE REG pot center/left side and it has turned too chaotic or noisy, just put BASE REG pot around 3 o'clock and press reset. It will come back to more musical landscapes.
Left and Right buttons are to be determined as the firmware is still in development.
It has Clock In and Clock Out so you can synch it with external gear. To accept external clock set TEMPO pot at minimun.
It comes fully assembled and ready to play or as as full kit or basic kit for you to build it"
Erica Synths Pico System II: Patch #5 ("the world’s smallest modular synthesizer") by Ascetic Wires.
video upload by Ascetic Wires
"Patch made with Erica Synths Pico System II Modular / Eurorack Synthesizer."
Wednesday, July 06, 2022
Tiptop Audio & Buchla Eurorack 200 Series Set to Ship by September
via Tiptop Audio
We have been busy searching the planet for components and parts and have some updates on the release schedule for the Buchla project.
We plan to start shipping the 245t Sequencer and 257t Voltage Processor around the end of August or early September. There can always be surprises along the way that might add some delays but August/September looks realistic. Almost all Eurorack shops we work with have some of these on order with us and we hope this batch will cover the demand. We will inform the shops of the final price and when they can open up for Pre-Orders as soon as we have enough of these modules tested and ready to go.
The shipping announcement will come through this newsletter and our social media channels
The new batch of Model 281t Quad Function Generator should also be ready around mid September. Some of you have waited a long time for these and hopefully soon you will finally get it.
Dreadbox Nymphes and Linnstrument Baby Dinosaur
video upload by riotbell
"Another Nymphes improvisation with the Linnstrument and Microcosm. Don't know why I called the piece Baby Dinosaur, but that's just what the track was titled in my Logic folder.
Hope these aren't getting to repetitive or self-indulgent. But uploading the videos is really encouraging me to practice with the Linnstrument, and there doesn't seem to be a lot of Youtube content featuring the Nymphes and MPE.
Thanks for listening!"
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