Simmons SDS7 1140 HiHat Waveform Select Mod

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"Quick demo of the Waveform Select mod on HiHat using the Ramp wave and tweaking the filter frequency."

Synth Diy Jamming.

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"System Minimum Micro Controller PWM Audio Digital Analog Converter."

Gear list from this previous post.
Meebleeps FM Synth Diy
Bassline Synth Diy
Bigbutton Sequencer Trigger Diy
Drum Sample Hagiwo Synth Diy

Ensoniq ESQ-1 Demonstrations by Steven Templar

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Interesting note on #20. See below and use the controls in the player above to listen to it.

Ensoniq ESQ-1 synthesiser and Alesis SR-16 drum machine recorded onto cassette tape.


1. group - on my mind (1990 demo)

Copyright Steven Templar 1990.
All sounds directly from an Ensoniq ESQ-1 synthesiser and recorded onto a portable cassette recorder.

2. group - pop cat v2 (1990 demo)

Copyright Steven Templar 1990.
Ensoniq ESQ-1 synthesiser directly into a portable cassette recorder.

3. group - j-funk 5 (1989 demo)

Copyright Steven Templar 1987. This version recorded in 1989.
Ensoniq ESQ-1 synthesiser directly into a portable cassette recorder.

Hi-hats and crash cymbals added much later.

4. group - fade to grey (1991 Visage cover)

Copyright Steven Templar 1987. This version recorded in 1989.
Ensoniq ESQ-1 synthesiser directly into a portable cassette recorder.

Hi-hats and crash cymbals added much later.

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Møffenzeef Mødular KNUCKLEBUSTER - LIMITED EDITION OF 20

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Artwork by Vern Avola

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Candle In The Night by Jay Wires

A new release from supporting member Jay Wires.

Available on various streaming platforms here.

On first listen, ‘Candle In The Night’ seems to present a hopeful, reassuring tone to its lyrics and synth structures. Listen closely and you find Jay Wires vividly documenting the ups and downs of life, the track being subtly divided into individual segments that reflect the changing seasons of a year. Inspired by a weekend trip to the Berkshire Mountains in Massachusetts in the fall of 2019, the track finds Jay reimagining the full bloom of lush summer scenery; the subtle color shifts and death of the autumn leaves; the treacherous ice and snow of the winter freeze; the melting and rebirth of spring.

This song is never static. Its lyrics rest atop a bedrock of glistening electronic tones and textures that shift gracefully as we move between the seasons, reflecting back the changes in the weather – and in life. "‘Candle In The Night’ is about being there for your partner to help guide them through the dark times we sometimes experience in life,” explains Jay. “It’s about love, dedication and trust.”

Jay Wires bio from Spotify:

"NYC-based synthesist Jay Wires dials up catchy electrosongs infused with emotion - synthpop art with a human heart. By day, Jay works for a well-known vintage synth shop, selling the finest synthesizers ever made to the world's most discerning electronic musicians. Now he's finally releasing music of his own.

“For many years I've systematically tested and played the most incredible gear”, says Jay. “This has given me a great understanding of synthesis, so dialing up unique soundscapes from scratch is 2nd nature to me. This skill's been invaluable to me as an electronic music maker, but the song always comes first."

Jay Wires will begin releasing songs from his debut EP, ‘Kaboom!’, in Aug 2022, through Yes Trigger Music.

Two years in the making, the EP contains 4 songs freighted with intense emotion and epic electronic arrangements. ‘Kaboom!’ is an expression of what Jay calls “electro-pop therapy” and was inspired by a painful break-up during the isolation and loneliness of COVID lockdown. “My songs often come out of sadness or anger or an uneasy feeling,” he reflects. “When I’m happy, I usually don’t feel the need to lock myself away in a dark room to write songs. Sometimes I don’t even understand what I’m feeling, but as the words come out, it all starts to make sense. I try to base the sound of the song not just on the feelings I had at the time, but also the environment. It’s all about painting an actual picture that takes me back to that particular place and time.”

"Bass Pressure" & "Delorean Dream 2 Beta" with Novation Circuit OG

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Above: Playlist featuring "Bass Pressure" with the original Novation Circuit from @a_force_truly_evil available at @isotonikstudios.

Below: Plalist featuring "Delorean Dream 2 Beta" with the original Novation Circuit coming soon at @isotonikstudios.

Kijimi: Variations on Polyphonic Aftertouch

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"A few sounds of the Kijimi using the polyphonic aftertouch on the Hydrasynth Deluxe. The Kijimi is shown in panel mode so all controls represent their actual values."

Korg MS-2000 Analog Modeling Synthesizer Blue SN 014914

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"Korg MS-2000 in great working condition, includes original manual and aftermarket power supply.

The Korg MS2000 is a virtual analog synthesizer that first debuted in 2000. With analog-style knobs and controls, the MS2000 is a digital successor to the Korg MS-10, MS-20, and MS-50 analog synths.

Features: 44 velocity-sensitive keys, 4-voice polyphony, MIDI In/Out/Thru, 2 audio inputs, mono/stereo output."

Also the same synth engine as the MicroKorg.

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Studio Electronics SE-1 Analog Synthesizer Rack SN 3003

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Blackhole Cases SUB_SIX // 6U 50HP Unpowered Eurorack Case

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"A slimmed down unpowered 6U Eurorack Case for in the studio or on the road. Each case is handcrafted with care, resulting in a design that is durable, functional, and sleek. One of our most compact cases, the SUB_SIX is a great option for smaller systems and is perfect for travel.

Features:

6U / 50HP
Portable Eurorack Modular Case
Exterior Dimensions: 11" x 11.25" x 6.5" (w/lid)
Durable Baltic Birch construction
Rugged textured coating
Anti-Slip Rubber feet
Lid can be closed with a full patch
15 M3 Sliding Nuts per Rail (60 Total)
Max Module Depth: ~2.5 inches
Weight: ~ 8lb
This case is UNPOWERED."

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