MATRIXSYNTH

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

RMIF Elsita soviet drum synthesizer

video upload by Movie Squirrel

"This video shows a short demonstration of the RMIF Elsita analog drum module, synthesizer. There are 4 percussion sections in the instrument (from bass drum, snare, to high-hat).
The inputs where triggered by an own made pattern sequencer."

Tiptop Audio Officially Releases ART Line of Eurorack Modules

via Tiptop Audio

"Today, we are celebrating the release of the first set of ART-equipped modules, marking the first time this technology is ready for purchase. We are starting with the release of the ATX1 Analog VCO, Vortex Digital OSC, Octopus USB/MIDI interface, ART V/OCT Quantizer, and Control Path dual analog envelopes plus VCA.

On our website, we have dedicated the ART landing page as the knowledge base HQ for ART. There, you will find plenty of educational videos, module video manuals, and uploaded video playlists of music filmed during beta testing. ART is simple to use and easy to understand, and with those videos, we made sure all aspects and potential misinformation have been addressed. Additionally, more information is in the process of being added in the coming days for both DIY enthusiasts and module makers on how to implement ART, including a free reference design that adds ART to Mutable Instruments Braids and Plaits.

The creative process of making music on a modular synthesizer is a unique tactile and aural experience. With ART modules, we are entering the territory of tunable instruments and polyphonic multi-timbral compositions but with the sound design power and immediate interface of a modular synthesizer. The initial release focuses on the mono VCOs that you can use to build voices quickly or combine for discrete polyphony. Very soon, we will extend the lineup with the fully polyphonic ART modules and the release of the Polytip patch cable."

Individual modules below. Systems:

Pictured Top: The Analog Bundle S1 $945 Save 33%

Middle: The Analog Bundle S2 $999 Save 33%

Bottom: Vortex 6, Octostages Poly Envelope, Octapass Poly Filter, Octagain

ART Demo Videos

ART Beta Testing recordings

ART Essentials

ART modules video manuals

Demo patches, tips for sound design

ATX1

A classic all analog saw VCO core with 3 switchable modes, ART, 1V/Oct, LFO and is recommended as the basic building block for ART systems. It is designed for patching analog polyphonic synths from discrete modules or multi-mono patches in ART mode. When using ART the ATX1 takes care of the tuning including accounting for temperature changes. In 1V/Oct mode the ATX1 runs as a standard old school modular VCO. LFO mode drops the frequency range and is great for patching vibrato to other ATX1s among other things. The ATX1 outputs variable waveshapes with manual or CV control. Classic FM, PWM and hard sync are provided. A dedicated Gate Out in ART mode manages the voice envelopes or any modulation synced to that voice. We consider the ATX1 the best sounding analog VCO we ever created.

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Finkey DS-2 two-channel Drum Synthesizer

video upload by Movie Squirrel

"In this video the vintage analog drum synthesizer mentioned is briefly introduced" See the Finkey label below for more.

Monday, February 26, 2024

Is This The Most Unique Synth EVER???

video upload by Miles Away

"Review, sound demo and tutorial/walkthrough of the Gamechanger Audio Motorsynth Mk2 synthesizer, a revolutionary modern synth that uses motors to create sound. Is it the best synth to add to your studio?"

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0:00 - jam 1: Motorsynth only
0:39 - what makes the Motorsynth so unique?
2:00 - beauty in imperfection
3:23 - jam 2: heavy industrial electro
5:45 - synth tour, the motor oscillators
8:01 - Motorsynth's amazing stereo image
8:59 - how to use the performance interface for drone patches
10:27 - the digital oscillator voice
11:20 - paraphonic features explained, making a keys patch
13:10 - filter types, drive, and unison mode
15:39 - drift, detune and cross mod
17:28 - envelope section, making a complex patch
21:07 - modulation matrix
22:30 - arp, motion recorder and sequencer
24:10 - random generator
25:11 - final verdict with pros and cons
28:00 - jam 3: melodic edm

Shakuhachi and Buchla

video upload by Todd Barton

"More explorations of interacting with my Buchla instrument via my shakuhachi and the Buchla 230 Envelope Follower.
More explorations and patching on my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/synthtodd"

Hardware Jams Weekend Challenge - Moon Landing, Alien Concert (focus issue)

video upload by SynthAddict

"Two box jam, make in under 1 hour (or totally live).

Osmose and RC-505

Sadly my best take was just before this one, but I forgot to hit record!
Kids, always remember to hit record. What a dope I was... this one has some timing issues and messy playing. It's OK but I'm sad I messed up the best take. :-(

Also, sorry I messed-up the focus, not my day. :-P"