Sunday, October 21, 2007
ElectronicMESS 8 - Bit Jam (Nanoloop + Korg)
YouTube via heneray. Sent my way via epiphanius.
"ElectronicMESS just jammin to some nanoloop tunes on the ole korg. czech more tunes at www.myspace.com/electronicmess"
Oxygene 8 - Jarre cover
YouTube via synthyaro.
"My interpretation of Oxygene 8 composed by the king of electronic music J.M.Jarre in 1997. I dedicate this song to my YouTube friends. Thanks for your support! Special thanks to Daichi for creating Synth1."
Synth1 is one of the best soft synths out there, although the developer is Ichiro Toda. You can find it here. I'm not sure if Daichi is the same person and if the Synth1 referred here is the same. Also note the screen shots towards the end of the video are of Superwave P8, a JP-8000 clone which is pretty decent as well.
Souvenir of China - Jarre cover
Synthmonger - MFOS SLMS Vs. PG
"www.musicfromouterspace.com soundlab mini-synth built by me, meets my Pattern Generator. The PG is controlling Osc 1 and Osc 2 frequency and the Attack Release generator. The AR is controlling the Filter cutoff and for a short time the VCA. It's actually a pretty simple patch for a very complex pattern."
"Same setup as the first video, only different mixes from the PG and speed. Autechre like beats are made when the two VCO's are sync'd together." YouTube via synthmonger.
Synthesizers.com Portable 22 Module Synthesizer
images via this auction"The Portable-22 is a powerful 3-oscillator analog machine complete with envelope generators, amplifiers, a mixer, state-variable filter, ring modulator and more. Use any controller that provides MIDI. 25 patch cables are included and expansion is easy - just add more cabinets.
System Includes
Cabinet
QCP22 Vinyl-covered 22 space cabinet.
Internal Power Components
QPS1 Power Supply
QDH20 DC Power Harness
Modules
1) Q104 MIDI Interface
Creates control voltages and gate signals from MIDI keyboards and other MIDI devices.
1 Q105 Slew Limiter
Limits the rate of change of a signal. Useful for creating Glissando (Portamento), as an envelope generator, or a gate delay.
3 Q106 Oscillators
The Oscillator generates the basic waveforms needed to create sounds. Oscillators can also be used to generate control signals for amplifiers, filters, pan/fade and more. Provides 5 waveforms simultaneously, linear FM, exponential FM, hard sync, pulse width modulation, range selection and fine frequency tuning.
1 Q107 State Variable Filter
State Variable Filter providing Low Pass, High Pass, Notch, and Band Pass. Used to alter the harmonic content of waveforms. Includes voltage controlled resonance (Q) with a reversable attenuator, attenuatable frequency control, 1V/Octave frequency control, and a 2 channel mixer.
2 Q108 Amplifiers
Used to control the amplitude of an audio or control signal. Linear and exponential responses, dual control and signal inputs, and normal and inverted outputs.
2) Q109 Envelope Generators
Creates envelopes that are used to control filters, amplifiers, oscillators, etc. Attack, decay, sustain, release controls, manual triggering, LED output indicator. Can also be used as a gate delay.
1 Q110 Noise Source
Source of random signals used to create sounds such as thunder, drums, etc. and to create random control signals. White, pink, and low frequency random outputs with amplitude controls.
1 Q112 4-Channel MixerUp to 4 signals are mixed together. Manual attenuation of 2 inputs
1 Q116 Ring Modulator
Creates unusual sounds by multiplying 2 signals. Used for gong, bell, and many strange sounds.
1 Q117 Sample & Hold
Samples and holds a signal's voltage level constant - basically an analog memory. Output signals are normally used to control other modules. Often used in conjunction with the Q110 Noise module, or with an oscillator to create stairstep patterns.
1 Q124 Multiples
Provides for patching multiple signals. 12 total jacks in 3 groups of 4. 2 groups can be connected by a switch.
1 Q125 Signal Processor
Multifunction module provides signal inversion, attenuation, amplification, and adjustable voltage source.
1 Q118 Instrument Interface
Receives inputs from external devices such as guitars, microphones, drum triggers, etc. Amplifies then creates an envelope signal, gate signal, and trigger signal for use in processing by other modules.
1 Q137 Power Control/Interface
Controls the internal power supply and provides entry and exit connectors for AC and DC voltages.
Cables
9 QP4MM-12 Patch Cables, 1/4" Plugs, 12"
11 QP4MM-24 Patch Cable, 1/4" Plugs, 24"
5 QP4MM-36 Patch Cable, 1/4" Plugs, 36"
30" x 24" x 12", 40 pounds."
Transformer's Goes Modular
via the Plan b list:"When you see the film [Transformers] you'll be hearing a lot of distinct bass sounds. The main deep and dirty bass. A basic patch on my modular. For those that are interested is goes like this. 2xPlan B OSC (square/saw) into a doepfer phaser - the big one - out into a cwejman DMF-2 (a+b) 32dbx2 LPF. One side of the AB slightly higher than the other. ADSR into filter - adjust to taste. Overdrive the filter on one side, A or B, it end up being mono anyway, and one side keep it really low so you can't tell it's distorted. Feed into cwejman VCA2P that has a separate ADSR than the filter. And that's it. There's the 'Transformer's' Bass sound. So when you see the movie and wonder what the fuck that sound is, that's it. The only variation is some FM synthisis using Cynthia's Zero Osc and sometimes using a doepfer waveshaper.
All of this goes into my shadow hills pre/e27/560eq/and 1968 drawmer comp, just for more thickness and punch.
That's the only trick. The rest is layering with other sounds to add variation. Sounds from the neuron & nuke (waveguitar in particular)
Another thing to be sure of when getting a big cutting bass sound. Roll off your bass 50hz. You can add it later with EQ if you really need it. If there is a lot happening musically, you'll need the headroom."
Saturday, October 20, 2007
MISC Synth Brochures
Follow up to the previous post.
The seller of that auction has a number of synth brochures up for auction.
They include the following and more:
ARP Catalog
Elka Synthex with Jean Michel Jarre
The McLeyvier (more info here)
Roland vintage analog
Yamaha MIDI Studio
REALTON SSAP-ZERO Digital Synth from 1983
Just a shot of the brochure via this auction. According to the auction the brochure has 4 pages.
This one via swissdoc who mentioned "As of synrise it was only a prototype. Realton is the company which made the VARIOPHON." You can read more about the Variophon in this post.
If you know more about the SSAP-ZERO feel free to comment or shoot me an email.
Serge Plexiglass VCS
via this auction
"this is a very special Bananalogue Serge VCS module, only the second one we've made with a plexiglass front panel, and the first in the Frac Rack format. This module is based on the classic Serge DUSG module (possibly the single most flexible synth module ever created), you can find much more information about the module at our website.
This module is a special one-off Frac Rack VCS created with a translucent red plexi front panel, red indicator LED and red switch cap, with yellow laser engraved legends. Fits fine in a Blacet or PAIA brand Frac Rack and works great alongside Wiard/Blacet/PAIA/MetalBox/etc etc modules in this form factor. However, since the panel is plastic it is more prone to scratching and care MUST be taken when mounting the module not to tighten the mounting screws too tight or the panel could crack. I would actually recommend using some small rubber or plastic washers between the mouting screws and the actual module. When it's in the rack with the LED blinking away the module looks pretty neat!"
Sequential Circuits Pro-One Synthesizer by Retrosound
YouTube via retrosound72.
"first impressions of my new SCI Pro-One. famous users: Yazoo (Upstairs At Eric's album), New Order, Soft Cell, Howard Jones, Marillion and many more. more info: www.retrosound.de"
M5 Modular Synthesizer
flickr by Synthesizers (click through for more).click here for the full size shot
MacBeth Systems M5 Analog Synthesizer
Van Halen - Jump (Greensboro)
YouTube via almostsaved.
"Van Halen performs "Jump" in Greensboro, NC on September 29, 2007."
This one has been making its rounds. In case you missed it, word is the OB-Xa synth piece is a recording being incorrectly played back at a sample rate of 48k instead of 44.1k - completely out of tune against Eddie Van Halen's guitar. Don't miss David Lee Roth's baton performance after the horrendous guitar solo as well as him riding a huge inflatable microphone shortly after.
Explained by WilfredFumbly
Gary Numan Interview
YouTube via smileyartproductions. via Nusonica.
"interview Gary gave to Future Music Magazine on a free DVD in March 2007. The interview is about the behind the scenes technical aspects of his Telekon Mini Tour in 2006."
ORQUESTRA MODULAR Pt3
YouTube via dinoboxe. Pt 1 posted here. Pt 2 isn't up as of this post.
"ORQUESTRA MODULAR Pt#3 FILE 2007 Hipersonica.Performance em Tempo Real de musica e imagem usando sintetizadores e sequencers analogicos."
"ORQUESTRA MODULAR Pt # 3 FILE 2007 Hipersonica.Performance em Tempo Real music and image using analog synthesizers and sequencers."
E-MU XL-7 "Alleviation" Lush FX Mix and Track Configuration
YouTube via nem221.
"E-MU XL-7 "Alleviation".I was asked about my track configurations,so that's what this video is all about.I re-programmed the song so that all tracks are automated for you to see.I also re-configured the FX and wrote some new parts because hey,why not?OCD : ) gotta love it.The Track configurations are:Track-1Kick,Track-2 Snare,Track-3 HH,Track-4HH,Track-5Kick,Track-6Conga Snare,Track-7Tamb,Track-8Perc,Track-9Bas s,Track-10Pad,Track-11Vocal Pad,Track-12Piano Chord,Track-13Piano Melodic,Track-14Clap,Track-15Piano Melodic,Track-16Guitar.Check out the interview at [link]."
OB-Xa 0385 MIDI Kit
If you have an Oberheim OB-Xa with MIDI, specifically on the left side panel, you could have a MIDI retrofit kit with the numbers 0385 printed on it. If you did not receive instructions with it, you might be stuck in OMNI mode. Below are some notes on how to get out of OMNI mode via Boele of SCD. If you have the full instructions for this kit feel free to post a comment or contact me directly. My contact info is on the bottom right of the site. That said, here are some notes via Boele:"If you click twice on "Chord" you'll get into a sort of second page, like on the OB8. (you'll notice because the burning leds will change and you won't be able to choose any preset sounds anymore). If you press "Write" plus 1,2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8, you will choose the desired midichannel. Without doing this procedure you will stay in omnimode. Unfortunately this is non volatile(?) so every time you turn the ob-xa on, you'll have to do this. The midi interface enables you to send program changes and pitchbend info to the Oberheim. You can also dump sounds through system exclusive, but I can't recall how unfortunately. BUT you should ber able to check it out against this manual of an encore midi kit. Although it's a different kit, just by trying I found out the same sort of programmability. I think with the A, B, C and D knobs something must be achieved in terms of sysex dumping etc. http://www.encoreelectronics.com/ob8mk.pdf"
AnalogLive! Upate
"PaulTzanetopoulos outlines the video concept for Analoglive, slated for November 16th at the Redcat Theater located at the Disney Music Center in Los Angeles:'Six direct video feeds (one per player) will supply the source materials for a real-time interactive video abstract which will be projected onto a large screen at the rear wall of the theater.Simultaneously, other various video images will be rear-projected onto five 30 foot high translucent light curtains (scrims) which will be hung behind the performers who are positioned in a semicircle of 1 and 2 foot high risers upstage . The audience experience will consist of the video montage created by these image layers.'
A note to those who may becontemplating attending this event: seats are selling quickly!
For more information goto: link"
Upcoming Compact Clone "Krautrock Phaser" via JH
"If you listen to German records from the 1970's, you often hear a rather unique phasing that comes from a device called 'Compact A Phaser' from the Berlin company 'Gert Schulte Audio Elektronik'. It's often referred to as 'Schulte Phaser', and I have heard it being called 'Krautrock Phaser', 'Schulze Phaser' (because it's prominent on many early KS albums), 'TD Phaser' (because of Tangerine Dream). In my opinion, this phaser has been important to the sound of these early electronic musicians almost as much as the synthesizers the used." More info and images
Jomox Sunsyn
images via this auction"SERIAL No. 0060
Jomox introduces their first major analog real-time synthesizer. It's a true analog with 8 voices (4- and 6-voice versions available) housed in a classic looking desktop-style case with wood end-cheeks, 40 knobs, 42 buttons and 85 LED's! It's also rack-mountable if you prefer.
The SunSyn features 2 analog oscillators (VCO's) per voice. The waveforms include sawtooth, square and pulse with pulsewidth-modulation. But in addition to these are the new Ramp Controlled Oscillators (RCO's). The RCOs follow the VCO characteristics like modulation, sync, tuning and frequency alterations. The RCO's use digital sounds which come from 4 wavesets, each with 256 waveforms each. In effect, these digital sounds get an analog treatment for nicer, warmer and fatter tones. There are 4 RCO's per voice and wavesets can be added via PCMCIA-card.
The filter section is also a true analog design but with very modern features. It is a 4-pole filter but fully configurable with independent high pass and low pass features available. Create filters that range from the sounds of a Minimoog, to the squelchy 303. Filter settings can be stored in one of two scene memories and real-time Morphing between scenes can be accomplished.
As for modulation, JoMoX has devised a clever Routing System for the SunSyn, turning it into an 8-voice modular! It is used to virtually patch between various modules or parameters. There are up to 4 Routing Elements per voice with 4,096 possible combinations per Routing Element. Modulation paths are configured using the front panel display screens. This modular approach to signal routing is a feature usually found only on the huge, expensive classic Modular synths by ARP, E-mu, Moog and Buchla. Unlike those, however, the SunSyn features complete patch memory (350 patches and 150 multi-patches) and multitimbral MIDI implementation. Most parameters can be controlled by MIDI, and controller/editor templates for most sequencers will be, or already are available. As for output, there are stereo outs, 8 freely routable individual outs and a stereo input to run external audio through the Routing system.
The new SunSyn is a true analog synth built for the wealthy synthesists of today. For total analog control and sounds, check out the SunSyn, especially if you can afford it!
Specifications:
Polyphony - 8 voices (4- and 6- voice models available too)
Oscillators - 2 VCOs per voice; waveforms: saw, square, pulsewidth. 2 RCOs per voice (digital waveforms that follow the analog oscillators)
LFO - 2 per voice; triangle, sawtooth up/down, rectangle and random waveforms
Filter - 4-pole with HP/LP switching for each pole; analog morphing between two filter setups.
Effects - None
Keyboard - None
Memory - 350 Single / 150 Multi / 4 wavesets; 1 PCMCIA card slot for waves and sounds
Control - MIDI
Date Produced - 2000"
Friday, October 19, 2007
KORG Radias 2.0 Update Now Available
"System Version 2.0This is the latest operating system for the Korg RADIAS. This is a major update to the system which introduces many new features, including: additional destinations for the Virtual Patch function, support for the Korg Komponent System connection with M3 Music Workstation/Sampler, and RADIAS Sound Editor compatibility with Windows Vista and Intel Mac.
Included in this download is a supplement to the original Owner's Manual that explains the new features, RADIAS 2.0 Sound Editor, and instructions on how to install the new OS into your RADIAS.
Be sure to also download the new Bank of sounds created using the new features of Version 2.0!
We recommend that you always use the most current Operating System in your RADIAS."
[link]
MFOS Sonic Multiplier (Ring Modulator/Analog Multipler)
SONIC MULTIPLIER Features* Internal sine wave oscillator.
* Two input channels with gain of 1 to 100.
* Internal sine x channel two mode
* Channel one x channel two mode
* Channel short switch to provide squaring of a single input.
* Voltage control inputs for internal sine wave oscillator.
* Sine oscillator output.
* Make bell like tones.
* Modify the sound of instrument or vocal.
click here for more info.
Japanese Korg 800DV demo
video by ApolloBoy
"That's right, another non-YTP vid. This time, it's a demo of the Korg 800DV (otherwise known as the Univox MaxiKorg K-3)."
JAPAN SYNTHESIZER BAND COSMOS
NAMM Diaries Day 1
YouTube via museumoftechno.
"Back in January we went to California, USA, to attend and report on the NAMM 2007 music trade show, in association with our sponsors, Novation. We're going to put them on Youtube now: have at you!"
Crumar DS2
images via this auctionWhen digital was in...
"The DS-2 is basically a monosynthesizer with an added 44-voice polyphonic strings section. The DS-2 was one of the first synthesizers to use DCOs (digitally controlled osc.) making it stable in tune. Especially if you use the polyphonic string. This is a very big and good looking synth with a lot of knobs for instant hands-on control. And you don't need a hardcase, it's built into one.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Polyphony - Monophonic synthesizer section; 44 voice polyphonic string section
Oscillators - 2 DCOs
LFO - 2 LFOs; LFO 2 has Sample&hold and Staircase waveforms
Filter - 1 4-pole LPF with Cutoff, Resonance, ADSR and ENV-amount
VCA - ADSR
Keyboard - 44 keys
Memory - None
Control - Gate
Date Produced - 1978"
MOOG Demo Record
Update: see this post for the audio.via this auction
"Ultra-rare private pressing, the first promotional recording produced by Moog, given out to prospective customers to demonstrate the capabilities of their amazing products. Both sides are identical and contain a wonderful montage of Moog-sourced sound effects and short original compositions created especially for this record by Wendy Carlos, ranging widely from experimental to classical to pop to ambient soundscapes and a real treat for collectors of her work. It is narrated by Ed Stokes who explains the different types of waves and filters available, the basics of sound synthesis, and Moog innovations like voltage control. This extremely hard to find record is an awesome artifact of early electronic music history and a gem for Moogand Wendy Carlos fans.
Wendy Carlos studied under Vladimir Ussachevsky and Otto Luening at the Columbia-Princeton Electronic Music Center, worked with Robert Moog to develop and popularize the synthesizer and pioneer its performance techniques, and scored films for Stanley Kubrick and Disney. Some additional points of reference for this synth demo record: Jean-Michel Jarre, Paul Beaver, Bernie Krause, Stereolab, Aphex Twin, Autechre, Mu-Ziq, Matmos, Dick Hyman, Raymond Scott, Bruce Haack, Pierre Henry, Tomita, Vangelis, Jean-Jacques Perrey, Gershon Kingsley, Tom Dissevelt, Ondioline, Theremin, Clara Rockmore, Arp, Donald Buchla, Chappell Recorded Music Library, De Wolfe, Montparnasse 2000, Patchwork, Piero Umiliani, Roger Roger, Cecil Leuter, DJ Premier, DJ Shadow, Invisibl Skratch Piklz, Oskar Sala, trautonium, Morton Subotnick, John Eaton, Donald Erb, Bernard Parmegiani, Mort Garson..."
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Oberheim OB-X Voice Expansion Board
images via this auction. via Matt."This is the board needed to expand an OB-X with four voice capability to eight voices.No voice cards are included, this is just the board to house four extra voice cards. Included is the metal tray which it sits on, all the relevant cables/plugs, and the hinges for lifting the board up for servicing the lower voice cards."
LINN 9000
images via this auction. via Operator X."The Linn 9000 has
-Built-in 32-track MIDI sequencer with sampling capability
-18 sounds with velocity sensitive drum pads
-Programmable hi-hat decay, panning, and a nice big LCD screen.
-Floppy disk drive.
ONLY 1,100 EVER MADE
This specific LINN has the most up to date software upgrades done by
BRUCE FORAT. ALSO comes with extremely hard to find MANUAL which I bought from Bruce about a month ago. (www.forat.com)"
Project 9090
Remember the 9090 posted earlier? It's actually a DIY drum machine. You can find more info, including samples and instructions, on the official 9090 site.via amos_joseph in the comments of the previous post.
Flame Midi Talking Synth Demo
Previous post updated with the demo via JSRocket. Don't miss this, pretty amazing demo. I'm curious if the Yamaha FS1R could do the same with it's formant synthesis. Comments disabled here to keep them all in the previous post.
Roland System 100m Basic Modules
click here for another Roland scan via synth ollie.click here for all scans via synth ollie including:
Roland System 100m 190-191J Manual
Roland System 100m Patch Book
SUB-COMMANDER Guitar Synthesizer
DIY Guitar Synth from Music From Outer Space (MFOS)Features
* Generates sub-octave and pulse waveforms
* Generates gate and trigger signals
* VCF controlled by dedicated AD generator and LFO
* VCA controlled by dedicated AD generator and LFO
* Mix clean sound with filtered/modulated sound.
* Auto-Wah, Warbling Wah, Tremolo, Pseudo-Ring Mod
* Gives your guitar a bag of new tricks
* Advanced project for advanced electronics hobbyists
Yamaha TG33 Review on Celiar Structures
click here for the full review including links to the manual, a software editor, samples and more."TG-33 emerged as a rack version of the SY-22 and as a cheap vector synth option in front of the pro Wavestation. With a 32 voices polyphony (double as SY-22) and 8 parts, TG-33 weak point was their 12 bits AWM samples and the leak of filters, making it pretty noisy and lo-fi sounding that limits it for electronic or industrial oriented artists. It does not have even arpegiator o r sequencer but it can record vector movements in real time as phrases (some like OB-12 and JP 8000/8080 does). Edition is also pretty limited while you can access to hidden parameters from software editors."
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