"Standalone Modern Analog Synthesis Laboratory Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizers’ long-anticipated successor to the Voltage Research Laboratory is filled to the brim with interesting new inventions, such as several new wave-shaping technologies, an addictive tactile performance controller, and more…"
The New, Experimental Synthesis of the Voltage Lab 2
"Dusting the cobwebs from my vintage 1950's lab coat - it was all the rage once honest.
Going into lab rat research mode and seeing where the maze takes me..
... and here's the results.
Just a little taster while I open the lab book to record apparatus, method, results, discussion and conclusion.
0:00 Bunsen Burner Big Beats 2:15 Plucking Pipettes (no pipettes were harmed) 3:06 Test Tube Techno (it's not techno) 5:59 She's Alive 7:44 Naked Flame 10:00 Medical Skeleton (its the Bare Bones)"
"Fascinating new modular system from Pittsburgh with a decidedly West Coast bent. Too soon for a review, but here's half an hour of playing with the rather remarkable sequencer, the timbre of the oscillators and other bits and pieces. I added some reverb via the Chroma Console but otherwise it's all the VL2."
The Sweet Spot: Voltage Lab 2 Semi-Modular Synthesizer
video upload by HAINBACH
"As anyone who has ever tried to assemble a modular synthesizer, it is not easy to create a cohesive instrument, especially if you try to narrow it down to a portable case. In comes The Voltage Lab 2 that Pittsburgh Modular send me to play with (thanks for that!) - it is a semi-modular self contained synthesizer, and to me it hits the sweet spot between functionality and musicality."
May 14th, 2024 - Pittsburgh, PA Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizers today announced Voltage Lab 2, a standalone dual oscillator analog synthesizer synthesis laboratory with a unique integrated touch-sensitive performance controller.
"Created by Erica Synths & Richie Hawtin, Bullfrog is an educational electronic music instrument designed to captivate and inspire both youth and professionals alike.
Bullfrog invites you to unlock musicality while combining the thrill of electronic music production with a comprehensive learning experience.
Bullfrog XL is designed specifically for teachers to use in front of the classroom and it expands the concept of the regular Bullfrog by inflating its size by a factor of 3 (literally!).
Features:
Fully analog design Highly accurate voltage controlled oscillator (VCO) that tracks great over 8 octaves Manually adjustable and voltage controlled waveshapes – sine-shark fin and pulse wave with pulse width modulation (PWM) Zener diode-based noise generator Resonant lowpass voltage controlled filter (VCF) Voltage controlled amplifier (VCA) with adjustable offset Delay effect with adjustable delay time and feedback amount Two looping attack-sustain-release envelope generators (EG) Sample & Hold circuit with an individual clock Attenuverter Slew processor with adjustable slew time Two buffered splitter circuits Two channel oscilloscope 6.3 mm jack sockets Manual gate button Gate and Trigger out Voice card slot Built in speakers DIN5 MIDI input USB connector Keyhole slots on the rear panel Dimensions (mm): 820x505x65 (250 with the side panels) Mass: 8,3 kg
"GForce Software is thrilled to unveil the much-anticipated impOSCar3, a modern reinterpretation of a legendary British hardware synth. Like the original, its hybrid architecture combines the precision of digital oscillators with the warmth of analogue filters, providing a vast range of sonic possibilities.
Credits
Graeme Rawson - audio demo and video production
Çağatay Çetin - 3D animation"
"At the heart of GForce‘s impOSCar3 lies the design of the legendary British hardware synth OSCar®. Like the original, its hybrid architecture combines the precision of digital oscillators with the warmth of analogue filters, providing a wide range of sonic possibilities.
Craft expansive, lush, dark or ambient pads, resonant bells, and precise leads with this exceptional recreation. The finely tuned filter, aligned with the new wavetable editor, blends the best digital clarity with an unparalleled analogue richness. If that’s not enough, switch to poly-unison for a true wall of sound. Prepare to be surprised."
"WHAT’S NEW?
impOSCar3‘s oscillators have been augmented with fully editable 256-step wavetables, drawn as shapes or edited as partials.
We’ve added 450+ new factory Patches and our powerful browser to allow easy navigation through the vast array of included patches. Over 1800 in total.
Additionally, 4 new macros, a new reverb, an improved layout, a user designable LFO editor, aftertouch control, undo & redo, a fully scalable UI and more. Finally, we’ve simplified the operation of the instrument whilst keeping all its depths and compatibility with legacy impOSCar2 patches."
"It's here! MODEL15 Analog Semi-Modular Synthesizer with Dual VCOs, VCF, Sequencer and Arpeggiator in Eurorack Format.
00:00 MODEL-15 Intro Tune 01:23 Prologue 01:46 Features 02:11 Oscillator Demo 03:26 Filter Sweep 04:14 Dual Oscillators 05:02 Features 2 05:38 Reverb Demo 07:02 Features 3 07:21 Messy Jam 07:41 Edgy Jam 08:20 Outro Jam
TIMELINE: 0:00 Intro 1:55 vs PolyBrute 3:55 I/O & PBC 4:45 The keybed 5:55 Key history 7:40 The others 8:20 FullTouch 9:40 FullTouch AT mode 10:20 AT and Z mode 11:40 Env and AT mode 13:15 Env A & D 13:45 Env S & R 15:10 Env Velocity 16:50 Env AT 17:20 Mod env 17:45 Env tests 19:45 MIDI & MPE 22:25 MPE tips 23:45 Pros, cons 27:50 Presets
Press release follows:
The art of expression PolyBrute 12 is the most expressive polyphonic analog synthesizer ever made, bringing musicians into direct and tactile connection with their sound like never before.
The 12 voice architecture; the FullTouch® keyboard; the modulation matrix; the Morphée and ribbon control; the bi-timbral morphing presets - PolyBrute 12 unites them all for results which are simply breathtaking.
You can find demos of KORG's Acoustic Synthesis_phase8 from last year's SUPERBOOTH in previous posts here.
via KORG:
"Acoustic Synthesis_phase8 is KORG Berlin’s latest development prototype that showcases the new Acoustic Synthesis technology.
What is Acoustic Synthesis_phase8
- It’s an acoustic instrument that is part melodic synthesizer, part drum machine - 8 independent electromechanical voices - Sequencer with polyrhythmic shifting - Waveshaping, Tremolo and EG control - Replaceable and tunable resonators - Mechanical sound shaping possibilities
What is Acoustic Synthesis?
Acoustic Synthesis unites the sonic richness of real physically vibrating bodies with electronic control.
Why is it special?
Think the strings of a guitar, keys of a xylophone or the air in a flute; embedded into electronic synthesis. Our efforts merge the physical world with electronics to make instruments that act and feel alive.
Displayed at: Superbooth 2024 KORG Berlin Booth (Z440)"
Magical synth sounds, authentically re-created by KORG. The Synthesizer Collection for the ages.
• Three new instruments added: EP-1, VOX Super Continental and ARP 2600.
• At Superbooth 2024, we're previewing the KC ARP 2600: true to the original sound and character, with thoughtful modifications and additions.
We spent months understanding every detail of the original and modern schematics, studying manuals, testing with oscilloscopes, and most importantly listening. This is the only ARP 2600 plug-in that can faithfully recreate all 100 sounds in the original 2600 Patch Book. Extensive anti-aliasing techniques deliver truly premium audio quality. KC ARP 2600 adds both classic modifications and entirely new modules, while preserving the distinctive character and design philosophy of the original instrument.
"Introducing the limited-edition inverted color variant of the top-selling minilogue xd. Enjoy its polyphonic analog engine, versatile open source digital MULTI engine, sequencer, built-in effects, all in a compact, affordable synthesizer.
Music and all sounds in video were made using the minilogue xd inverted by Natalie Chami aka TALsounds."
"Flip your sound with the new minilogue xd inverted
The minilogue xd analog synthesizer, with its true analog circuitry, digital multi-engine and effects combine to help create an extraordinary range of sound, and is now available in a new, limited-edition model with inverted keyboard colors.
Get inspired by its unique coloring, and create your own new soundscapes. The minilogue xd inverted is a stylish and unique addition to any live or studio setup and the limited edition colors will be yours to be proud of for years to come!
*All other specifications are the same as the minilogue xd regular model except for the keyboard color."
