MATRIXSYNTH

Redshift 6 - Firmware Update 1.2

Press release follows.

"Supercritical Synthesizers have just released the second firmware update for the Redshift 6 and it’s available at our website. The Firmware Update 1.2 brings Clock, LFO clock sync, NRPN support for parameter control, Mod Lock, and also 65 new presets from Gattobus, Starsky Carr, and our team.

VERSION 1.2

Added
Clock that can be synced via MIDI
LFO clock sync
Tap tempo
All parameters can now be controlled with NRPN and some with CC
Velocity to Amp quick modulation on AMP page
Mod lock
Double-tap a mod source to latch mod assignment mode
Hold a source and double-tap another one to latch mod + via assignment
Tap the blinking source or via button or Esc to unlatch
DCO keyfollow setting -400% to 400% on the KEY page
Keyboard octave switching: Up/Down on Key page, or Shift + Up/Down anywhere
Filter keyfollow snap to nominal 1:1, 2:1, 3:1 (these are not super accurate in self oscillation)
65 new presets by Gattobus, Starsky Carr and our team

Changed
New parameter adjustment logic
Default is as previously, except adjustment is more responsive (much smaller “deadzone” when starting to move a knob)
Holding shift now enables parameter fine tuning, allowing for much smaller adjustments (you can for example adjust tune by less than a cent)
Double-tap Shift to latch fine tune mode, tap Shift or Esc to unlatch
Parameter steps are now accessed by holding down a knob while turning
Perform page now shows clock status and incoming MIDI
Clarify a bunch of names around the UI
LFO Reset Phase now has steps at 25%, 50% and 75%
DCO Stack & Detune visualization now more accurately reflects what’s happening in the voice
Short grace period after adjusting modulation to prevent accidentally changing the parameter
Keyfollow now also follows pitch bend and portamento (might change behaviour of some presets)
Minor visual tweaks and fixes

CLICK FOR MORE »

Ocean Swift - Thorn Preset Collection

video uploads by Ocean Swift / Faxi Nadu

Demo Playlist:

1. Invisible Landscapes | 185+ Ambient & Cinematic Presets for DS Thorn Synthesizer
2. Digital Heresy - Dark Ambient Presets for DS Thorn Synthesizer
3. Perceptronic I - Preset pack for DS Thorn
4. Perceptronic II - Preset pack for DS Thorn Synthesizer

"Grab it here: https://oceanswift.net/product/thorn-preset-collection/ 63% Off, 22Eur
Limited time offer until 14th April

DS Thorn Preset Bundle features:
✅ 712 Presets (.thorn) Thorn Presets
✅ 4 Distinct sound-banks: For cinematic/sound-design/ambient/EDM/trance & more!

An extensive collection of presets for the DS Thorn synthesizer – offering 4 sound sets with a total of +700 high quality presets.

Four one-of-a-kind sound sets exploring different sonic moods and atmospheres. From the Dark and eerie tones of 'Digital Heresy' to the calm and mesmerizing layered presets of 'Invisible Landscapes' and the energetic, full of life and fun tones of 'Perceptronic' I and II. The included presets are organized by categories - From simple to highly intricate and complex tones perfect for sound design, cinematic composition and music production.

Exploring 'Digital Heresy' and 'Invisible Landscapes':
These 2 soundbanks offer more than 350 presets of experimental, cinematic and ambient sounding goodness. Unique and mesmerizing set of tasteful sounds taking a break from loud and in-your-face melodies.
Digital Heresy and Invisible Landscapes alone are perfect if you are searching for a curated selection of calmer evolving and immersive sounds.

Perceptronic Volume I and Volume II:
2 soundbanks of great potential that are a BLAST to play and explore – These are tailor made EDM, trance and psychedelic sounds for Thorn synthesizer, specially crafted for Thorn preset collection.
Uplifting, energic, fun, psychedelic, this is the sound of Perceptronic.
The over 350 highly curated presets from Perceptronic are exclusive to the Thorn preset collection, and not sold separately. And a great reason to explore this giant bundle.

Grab it here: https://oceanswift.net/product/thorn-preset-collection/"

Harmonic Transformer Plus

video upload by Randy Piscione

"In this video, I demonstrate the extenders for the Harmonic Transformer Eurorack module from PM Foundations. Each harmonic PCB has an SSI2131 VCO to generate the sine wave. Since this is a full-featured, very stable VCO, PM Foundations designed an easy to populate daughter card that would bring out the other functions."

Cartesian Sequencing with Cartesia in VCV Rack

video upload by Omri Cohen

"You can find these patches, along with many others, available on my Patreon page - / 125190478"

00:00 - Introduction
00:11 - Basic functionality
04:31 - With trigger sequencers
08:05 - With CV
13:05 - Polyphony

Moffenzeef VCV Rack Tutorial #4: Kriket

video upload by Møffenzeef Mødular

"It's [beep] Kriket!"

Moffenzeef VCV Rack Tutorials

Roland SPV-355 P/V Synthesizer

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this VEMIA listing

Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.

VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.

"SPV-355 pitch-to-voltage synth in in very good condition. This unit allows you to route a control cv to the filter via the front panel inputs which make for more animated sequences. Decay had been modified to act also as release as on a Moog. Vital for sequencing. Otherwise the sound would stop dead when the sequencer gate ends. Cosmetically very good except for a paint flake at the top of the right rack ear."

CLICK FOR MORE »

PPG 1002 with Flightcase (Pro Serviced)

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this VEMIA listing

Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.

VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.

"PPG Synthesizer 1002 for sale serviced an comes with fligtcase Had this for almost 6 years and serviced by Stefan Hubner who has a deep understanding of PPG systems. Some things to observe, one underside key broken but doesn't affect play..these are originals. Jacks for CV, Gate and filter modulation have been added and adjusted to 1V/oct. 'The mains wiring has been re-done according to current safety expectations (not to say standards) including a 'pig tail' cable with an IEC male plug for easier connection. CV and Gate were never standard on the 1002 so the ones having it were all more or less hacks, especially when it comes to oscillator CV. One would expect 1V/octave with 0 volts at a defined note usually. For the 1002 without my modification this means you set the potentiometer on the back that usually came with CV in to track 1V per octave but then had to add an offset of something around 2 volts to reach the lowest C. My approach disconnects the keyboard instead of adding some external voltage somewhere and simulates exactly what the keyboard delivers starting at 0 volts for the lowest C. The connection is being made by a relay actuated by the contacts in the CV jack. By simulating the keyboard, all panel functions remain active on the external CV (glide, tune, modulation) Trigger/Gate is a voltage input (V-Trig) working from 5V up. The filter input only modulates the filter setting and is not intended to make the filter track, for this purpose you should rather use the panel knob that attaches the cutoff control to the keyboard CV.' No second chance listing on this."

CLICK FOR MORE »

Arp Odyssey MKIII (2821) & Kenton MIDI

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this VEMIA listing

Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.

VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.

"Original ARP Odyssey MKIII (2821) duophonic synthesiser, with full custom metal flight-case, and Kenton installed MIDI retrofit. Orange-on-black colour scheme. The Mk III features the four-pole '4075' filter, unbalanced XLR output, and PPC buttons. Some of the sliders are a little scratchy, but will use dry film lubricant to clean those up. Amazing cosmetic condition for age - faceplate easily a 9/10, no serious no dinks or chipped keys. That said, the leather sides are scratched in places, as you might expect for her age, but look more prevalent in the pics than with own eyes. Requires C13 female power plug. Collection from NW London near bottom of M1. Free delivery by car within M25. Delivery further afield might be possible by arrangement inc. fuel cost. I will be away until April 20th but everything will be ready to despatch on my return."

CLICK FOR MORE »