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Bleep Labs HSS3jb Audio Video Synthesizer

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"The Hard Soft Synth 3jb is the new audio / video synthesizer by noisemaker extraordinaire, Gieskes.

It features 15 modes of audio/video excellence, each with 4-5 variables of control. There are also 8 video-only modes designed for use with the trigger and audio inputs. An adjustable analog filter keeps everything smooth (or as gnarly as you’d like).

The HSS3jb can produce all the same audio and video as the HSS3i, but it adds many more color options and controls as well as a more stable and and colorful video output.

Features

15 audio + video modes and 8 video-only modes.
Audio, IR, and trigger input as well as trigger out. IR with Handmade Music Austin or Gieskes devices, hook it up to a modular via trigger or use the audio input to control the sounds and video of the HSS3i.
Analog low-pass filter controlled via photocell.
MIDI input controls device parameters.
Circuit bending, color switching, fade, and individual color controls for video.
New enclosure and more compact design (5.5″ x 3.5″ x 2.5″).
Outputs NTSC and PAL
The device outputs analog RCA, S-video and VGA but only the RCA is guaranteed to work with any device it is plugged into. Some devices don’t like the peculiar VGA it produces, unfortunately.

Power Supply is included: A 7.5 V DC power supply with a 2.1 mm positive tip that delivers at least 750 mA is required. The one provided only works in the United States. International customers are advised to get a universal power supply with the necessary specs.

Frequently Asked Questions

jb?

Gieskes sells a version called the HSS3j. The HSSjb adds glitch switches, the “stable” mode which makes the output solid blocks of color rather than lines, as well as an enclosure.

What does the midi input control?

You can control some variables of the HSS3i over midi. See the user guide for the implementation chart.

What does the audio input do? Is this thing an effect? Can I run my guitar through it?

It’s not an effect but it does allow you to hook up an audio source to trigger off of. The audio input works best with rhythmic sources, but all kinds of sources can create interesting effects. The list of what the inputs do in different modes is in the user guide.

Can the HSS3jb do everything the HSS3i could?

Yes, and more!"

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Thicket 3.11 Trailer

Published on Apr 30, 2013 Joshue Ott·34 videos

"Thicket is an audiovisual playground for iPad that allows anyone to create beautiful sounds and pictures from simple finger touches. For users of all ages, this generative art and sound app immerses you in song-like audiovisual pieces called modes. When "playing" a mode, you both react to and create the music and graphics that you experience. Each mode is its own art generator, interactive toy, instrument, even performance tool depending on how you use it. And with new modes to be developed and released every few months, Thicket functions an expandable platform in the exciting new genre of handheld interactive art.
http://apps.intervalstudios.com/thicket/"

iTunes:
Thicket - Interval Studios
iOS Devices on eBay - Daily Tech Deals

iMPC Updated: Mute Groups, Sample Editing, & More

Published on Apr 30, 2013 retronyms·48 videos

"iMPC gets a free update that adds some simple yet powerful new features! Enjoy"

iTunes:
iMPC - Akai Professional
Tabletop - Retronyms
iOS Devices on eBay - Daily Tech Deals

Carl Oliver - Experiment Twenty One

Published on Apr 30, 2013 Carl Oliver·21 videos

"A Video Series of Short Eurorack Modular Impromptu Experiments and Improvisations."

Congratulations, Dad - A Message from Bob Moog's Children

Published on Apr 30, 2013 moogfoundation·96 videos

"On May 1, 2013, Bob Moog will be inducted into the Inventors Hall of Fame. In this rare appearance, his children, normally a private group, came together to make this first ever video congratulating their father and reflecting on his legacy, and how that legacy is carried on by the Bob Moog Foundation. Find out more about the foundation: www.bobmoogfoundation.org and support our efforts: http://bit.ly/donatebmf."

Synton Syntovox SPX-216 Audio Demo

"A short test I did of my recently acquired Syntovox SPX-216 analog vocoder produced in manufactured in 1985 by Synton."

First part of the demo uses the Oberheim Matrix-12 as the carrier source. Second part uses the internal oscillator of the Syntovox.

Gort - The Robot

Published on Apr 30, 2013 kinetiklab·5 videos

"A brief demonstration of the wide range of sounds that GORT can produce.
Gort will be available soon.
Write to kinetik.laboratories@gmail.com for more info.
More videos soon."

via Andrea Reali on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

Update: new videos:

Playlist:

GORT - Acquatic Sequence Published on May 2, 2013
"Gort in Activate mode at slow walk speed, with flanger and long delay."

GORT - Deep Scream
"Gort is lost, crying in a deep cave. Recorded with huge reverb."

GORT G-Laser
"Beware the laser rays!
Gort in Stop Mode, recorded with slap delay."

GORT - Manual Mode
"Gort played in Stop Mode with short reverb added."

Benjolin modular synthesizer sounds.

Published on Apr 30, 2013 opsysbug·130 videos

"Benjolin made by Macombista. Modular. Original Rob Hordjik design. Fun!!"

Benjolin Modular synthesizer. More sounds.
Published on Apr 30, 2013

"Rob Hordjik design Benjolin made by Macombista. Many sounds. Modular patch bay. Awesome!"

Chick Chorea's Oberheim OB-Xa SN 8115112 Up for Auction?

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via the seller/listing: "This one doesn't come along very often - Chick Corea's Personal OBXA. 128 program - 8 Voice

I purchased this synthesizer from his road manager about 3 months ago. He told me Herbie Hancock played this unit live as well.

After purchasing the unit, I took it right to Rich Bruyn at eprelectronics.com for complete maintenance.
I've attached the bill of all the work Rich has done as well.

Rich told me this unit is SUPER CLEAN under the hood As well as outside. You can tell this synth was professionally maintained and babied all these years.

It comes with a wicked touring Anvil case with some worn out Chick and friend tour stickers.

It has an XLR out upgrade for live performance. No Midi.

I left his taped notes on the unit, which can easily be removed without damaging the unit. Sold as is, all sales are final."