images via this auction
Monday, October 22, 2007
Ensoniq Fizmo
images via this auction"The FIZMO is prone to having the regulator and power supply fail. The regulator on this FIZMO has been professionally replaced and upgraded by Muzik Elektronix. Included in the auction is a US Robotics power supply which is superior to the original."
KORG DW8000
images via this auction"The Korg DW8000 is the bigger brother to the DW6000.... It was released a year or so before the M1. Have analog synthesis sections... with very nice filters... this DW8000 model doubles the waveforms of the DW6000 to give you 16, doubled at 2 per voice to give 8 note poly of 2 osc' voices........ but..... Like the 106, you can do a Unison mode to stack the 16 oscillators !... The 8000 also has excellent Korg analog filters... they go to self-resonance for squeel-appeal. The 8000 even has an onboard arpeggiator which can clock to midi, and is velocity & aftertouch sensitive.... Other features include Midi In, Out and Thru; cassette interface; stereo outs; foot switch control for patch changing, portamento and sustain; 64 memories; aftertouch keyboard; arpeggiator and ... yup !!....a built-in digital delay unit."
Note the KORG Voice Editor Software.
SUZUKI UNISYNTH XG-1 GUITAR SYNTHESIZER
via this auction"vintage 80's era SUZUKI UNISYNTH XG-1 GUITAR SYNTHESIZER, these are somewhat hard to find, uses (6) C batteries or power pack, the strings are actually some kind of rubbery plastic rails that you fret like a normal guitar, they do not bend though, the guitar
has a tremolo bar that sounds pretty wacky, this instrument has 2 different guitar sounds, 2 vibes sounds, a synth sound and brass, has chord, attack, rhythm and demo functions, also has some percussion and auto bass functions"
Sequential Circuits Prophet 2002
via this auction
"This is the rack mount version of the legendary Prophet 2000. It is a 12-bit sampler with analog filters and sound generation. It has twice the memory of the original Prophet 2000. The built in floppy drive allows you to store settings and samples. It's a big, heavy piece of gear."
Marion Systems ProSynth
images via this auction"Marion ProSynth Analog/Digital Synthesizer
Built in 1996 By Tom Oberheim
Owners Statement:I had read in keyboard magazine that Tom Oberheim was designing a new synth module. I was a fan after listening to his earlier Oberheim synths. I later saw an advertisement in keyboard magazine that the synth was completed and shipping. I called the listed phone number to order the Marion prosynth and got a answering machine. Later that day I got a return phone call and to my surprise it was Tom Oberheim. He said he would put one together for me. I asked him to sign it for me and he did. It has been in my studio ever since."
Oberheim OB-12 Review on Celiar Structures
"Although a vast majority of users said this synthesizer is a poor imitation of the classics created by Oberheim Electronics in the 70's and 80's, many others, including me , have praised the quality of this blue beast.One of the reasons claimed by those who dislike it is that "it is not a true Oberheim". That's mostly true because it seems that no one of those who worked At Oberheim Electronics was involved in the creation of this synth, but that doesn't means it's a bad synth at all."
link to the full review. Be sure to click on the images when you get there for the full size shots.
Yamaha CS80 With MIDI
via this post on craigslist. Anyone know what that switch is in the uper left photo? The listing only mentions MIDI.Update: it's the MIDI Switch. Lager shots.
More info on the kit on Kenton's site.
Sunday, October 21, 2007
John Bowen Solaris Upate
The following in via the AH list:"From the Planetz forums...
[John Bowen]:
'An update on pricing and availability has been posted on my Purchase page.
Here's an excerpt from a message I sent to all those who had made pre-order deposits, to clarify the situation:
"Klaus is the ideal candidate to oversee the conversion and upgrade of the special Scope modules that I hoped to add to the Solaris system (even though we originally had no idea we would one day have access to these). This last point is important, in that the process is not nearly as simple or easy as I thought it would be, and in fact, has caused a bigger delay than I expected.
"When I arrived in Germany last week, it was clear that I had a choice - either release the Solaris around late December (as I've been planning) but without the Minimax, SSM, and CEM filter (and oscillator), or give it more time to get the 'goodies' from the Scope library that I had wanted...
"So, this is where we stand: I am going to take more time on it, to give Klaus plenty of opportunity to get things as best as possible, because we all desire to have a product that holds to the high quality and excellence that has been at the core of what I've always tried to represent in my products. This delay will add 3 months to the schedule, with production starting in February and delivery as soon as possible thereafter (end of Feb. or early March)."
cheers,
john b.'"
Creamware Prodyssey Videos and MP3s
via SillonS:
"I finally made some videos of the Creamware Prodyssey. VIdeo quality is quite bad, I used a pic camera, don't have a real camera. Audio was recorded on the laptop soundcard, mono since the unit FX is bypassed (the synth is mono but the FX unit is stereo). Mp3 sounds of the videos are available too and I made some extra mp3 files. I tried to upload to YouTube but so far it doesn't work, seems there servers are having pb.I'll try later or tomorrow. Meanwhile here is the link."
I will put the YouTube vids up as well, as they go up. Thanks ScillonS!
Update: here they are.
"I finally made some videos of the Creamware Prodyssey. VIdeo quality is quite bad, I used a pic camera, don't have a real camera. Audio was recorded on the laptop soundcard, mono since the unit FX is bypassed (the synth is mono but the FX unit is stereo). Mp3 sounds of the videos are available too and I made some extra mp3 files. I tried to upload to YouTube but so far it doesn't work, seems there servers are having pb.I'll try later or tomorrow. Meanwhile here is the link."
I will put the YouTube vids up as well, as they go up. Thanks ScillonS!
Update: here they are.
Tweaking the Paia 9700S
Sequential Circuits Prophet-5 Manual from 1979
images via this auction"Written by Tom Darter in 1979, it's a loose leaf three ring binder with a clear vinyl cover. Contains patch sheets of all the factory presets, as well as several blank patch sheets, which is a bit odd considering that it was one of the first fully programmable synths. It says that this is Model 1000, so I don't know what Rev Prophet this is for. I assume it's one of the early ones."
via bill
Update via Micke in the comments: "The operation manual pictured is for the Rev 2 Prophet. Afaik, the first rev 2 shipped in May '79."
Doepfer
via Hédi of hielo patagonia sounds:"Here is again a link of an other Live Sampler patch done last night that analog synth lovers and ableton Live users could enjoy. There are short audio demo and link for downloading the Live project with all the A-100 samples. This one is really more crunchy!"
"Created on a Doepfer A-100 analog modular synthesizer. Sampling done on 6 velocity layers modulating the filter frequency with AutoSampler software and a RME FireFace 400 audio interface.
Modules analogiques utilisés | Eurorack analog modules used:
# A-111 High End VC Oscillator
# A-110 Standard VC Oscillator
# A-138 Mixer
# A-140 ADSR
# A-101-1 Vactrol VC Filter
# A-136 Distortion/Waveshaper
# A-131 Exp. VC Amplifier"
click here for the sample page. Follow up to this post.
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.
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