via this auction
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Hot Butter Popcorn (Synth) Original Sheet Music 1971
via this auction
"Gershon Kingsley Hot Butter Popcorn original sheet music bought from new in 1971. How time flies!
One of the first synthesiser music to apprear in the charts. This sheet music has been used as music, so is not mint, but in good condition considering its age. Too difficult for me!
If you are after some authentic 37-year old flower-power memorabilia, then this is worth a look."
Yamaha SHS-10
images via this auction"<>
*HSH-10b main body
*Original box
*strap
*AC adaptor
*Manual(English version)
The sound was emitted from all keyboards. Additionally, the function is
confirmed as much as possible, and there is no problem.
The wound is hardly found in the body.It is terrible and unusual that an original box remains.
It is possible to use it enough still though it is a sale in 1980's.
It is possible to use it live because it is very light even if the
battery is put without difficulty.
It sends it out by politely packing it."
Inside an ARP Avatar
images via this auction"This ARP AVATAR first came out in 1977. The company closed in 1981. The serial # is 22230805. They were made in Lexington Mass."
Inside an Oberheim SEM
images via this auction"Included on a CD-ROM will be more info, specs, modifications, module connector pin-outs & schematics. Schematics also included for a power supply & sequencer.
Quick Module Specs:
2 Oscillators - VCO’s - sawtooth and variable-pulse waveforms. +Sync.
1 Filter - VCF multimode: low-pass, high-pass, bandpass and notch with filter envelope generator ASR (Attack, Decay and Sustain).
1 Voltage Controlled Amplifier - VCA with amplifier envelope generator ASR (Attack, Decay and Sustain).1 Low Frequency Oscillator - LFO"
Saturday, March 15, 2008
genoQs Nemo
another shot from Sendling's Musikmesse shots, via paul in the comments of the previous post. This is the smaller NEMO sequencer from genoQs.
Computer Music Journal
click here. via peterwendt in the comments of this post on the Acxel Resynthesizer. I will add this to the Synth Books section on the right.
"Computer Music Bibliography
Acoustics, Psychoacoustics, and Music Perception
Additive Synthesis and Sampling
Analysis/Resynthesis (FFT, PV)
Anthologies of the Computer Music Literature
Composition with Computers
Computer Music Representation and Models
Computer-Based Musical Analysis
History of Electro-Acoustic and Computer Music
Interactive Performance Systems
Interactive Signal Processing
Mathematics and Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
MIDI
Multiple Wavetable, Wave Terrain, and Granular Synthesis
Music Languages
Nonlinear Distortion and Waveshaping Synthesis
Physical Modeling
Reverberation, Auditory Localization, 3D Sound
Speech/Formant/LPC
Subtractive Synthesis
Synthesis Using Distortion Techniques
Synthesizer Design and Theory
Textbooks/Sound & E-A Instrument Design
Wavelets"
Deeper
YouTube via eodreams. Sent my way via Susan who had the following to say about it:
"I thought you might be interested in the following video recently posted on YouTube. It features great trippy, evolving visuals by Dick Scherzinger (eonite) to the track Deeper from the Dreamaiden Blue Light CD.
Track Details:
The track is a collaboration between myself and Steve Blenkinsopp who mastered the Blue Light CD and records under the name Waveform. The track is a remix 'plus' of the piece titled Emoshun. Once Steve got involved, it took on a life of it's own and turned into a really great piece worthy of it's own standing, making it difficult to call it a remix. A variety of synths and soft synths were used including the Alesis Andromeda which provides much of the backdrop. Steve then added the rhythm and melody lines.
Dreamaiden web site: www.dreamaiden.com
Waveform web site: www.waveform-online.com
Visual Details:
Dick Scherzinger used U&I Mac-only software ArtMatic and V-Track to create the visuals. You can see more of his great artwork at his web site: www.artmatica.ch.
Susan Baird
Dreamaiden.com
-------------------------
Thanks !
Susan"
Musikmesse Frankfurt `08 by fidgit
click here for more shots on sendling.Pictured here:
Dave Smith sitting
John Bowen standing
Click their names for their respective synthesizer companies. Both were the men behind Sequential Circuits.
Below:
Sherman/Rodec RESTYLUS
Fenix Modulair
YouTube via FenixModulair. Anyone know if this is a Synton or other? Not sure if he is just calling it Fenix.
videos include:
Missing Knob, sound of Fenix Warming up
Missing Knob, sound of Fenix is warm
Missing Knob, sound of Fenix part1
Missing Knob, sound of Fenix part2
Missing Knob, sound of Fenix part3
MaerzMusik / Bostich+Fussible Sound-VJ Check
YouTube via bostich1. also see pepemogt.
"BOSTICH+FUSSIBLE " Tijuana Sound Machine Tour 2008" at maerz Musik www.myspace.com/tijuanasoundmachine"
YAMAHA CS-30 SYNTHESIZER Page
"This page [click through for demos] is dedicated to the Yamaha CS-30, the monophonic top-of-the-line of Yamahas CS-series synthesizers. This synthesizer series comprised of the CS-5, CS-10, CS-15 and the CS-30. These were all monophonic. The polyphonic series comprised of the CS-50, CS-60 and the classic CS-80, Later came the CS-30M and CS-40 monophonics as well as the CS-70 polyphonic with some patch saving capabilities and different design.
All the units of this series of vintage synthesizers are very nice and collectable, but the CS-30 was the largest and most flexible of the monophonic series. If Yamaha had ever decided to build a large modular system they could have done so using some of the designs of the CS-series.
In this page I will go through the features of the CS-30, for anyone interested."
A Different Kind of Computer Music
via Peter Wendt:"I just bought and listened to an interesting CD called IBM 1401, a user’s manual. It contains electroacoustic music by the Icelandic composer Johann Johannson, and is a tribute to an old IBM 1401 business computer that was one of the first computers to arrive in Iceland (in 1964), and which the composer’s father maintained.
The music is basically minimalist string music (think Philip Glass or Arvo Part) with subtle electronic sounds added. Some of these sounds are derived from recordings of the old computer; others are courtesy of a Hammond B3 running through some synth-effect pedals. An unknown IBM employee reads service instructions for the computer, and the computer “plays” a hymn. The last movement has some processed voices. Supposedly, Johannson’s father figured out that he could play tunes on the computer by programming the memory in a certain way and picking up RF from the computer via a radio.
The album is available as a CD from 4AD, or you can buy and download the tracks via a link at the album’s site.
Johansson co-founded an experimental electroacoustic/multimedia ensemble called Kitchen Motors, and has worked with electronic and rock musicians, such as Sigur Ros.
The site for the album is here
The composer’s site is here"
I added this to the Synth CDs section on the right.
Q&A on the Acxel II Resynthesizer and the Sogitec 4X
The Sogitex 4X is mentioned in the Q&A below. You can find more info on the Sogitex here. The following is some info from that site: "The Sogitec 4X digital synthesizer at IRCAM during the 1980's, was the direct result of Luciano Berio's demand that live electronic sound ought to consist of at least a 1000 sinewave oscillators (1), in order to be interesting for the composer and the audience alike. It was the last huge hardware, that IRCAM instigated before it turned to the ISPW and subsequently to software solutions in the shape of jMax and Max/MSP. The 4X's eight internal custom-built processors were capable of altogether 200 MIPS (2), which being the equivalent of 1000 sinewaves, 500 filters or 450 second order filters (3). Each processor contained a data-memory, an address-memory, a microprogram-memory and a function-memory. For calculations it used 24 bit fixed point units consisting of a multiplier, a arithmetic and logic unit. It also had 256 internal (programmable) clocks and a large dual buffer for recording and playing. The algorithms were cross developed on DEC en Sun mainframes in Fortran and C. (4&5)."
Q&A on the Acxell II via an anonymous reader:
Q: If i understand well,its posible to acxelize a complex sound source from a pre recorded wav with the soundbuilder then use this resynthezized model in acxelink mode again to be able to control that sound it real time via an external audio input (1 or more?)( each one )
Inside a MOOG Multimoog
You can find more shots via Jeff here. Note this Micromoog is up for auction here.Micromoog/Multimoog Schematics
Micro/Multi Service Manual
Rebuilt/Replacement Pitch Ribbons $45 rebuilt/$80 new: link
You might recognize this Multimoog from this post.
Friday, March 14, 2008
Livewire AFG
One more shot of the AFG. I just really like this shot. BTW, if you haven't checked out the Livewire site yet, do it. The AFG sounds amazing. Be sure to check out the feature set in full. This is an oscillator on steroids.The following is a short excerpt:
"Harmonic Animation
The Harmonic Animation section of the AFG controls the harmonic content of the Animated Pulses & Alien Saws waveforms.
The Animated Pulses waveform is synthesized by four control parameters, each having a manual adjustment knob and CV input with dedicated attenuator:
* Positive Pulse Width Modulation (+PWM) –
controls the width of the two pulses on the top (or positive) side of the waveform
* Negative Pulse Width Modulation (-PWM) –
controls the width of the two pulses on the bottom (or negative) side of the waveform
* Positive Phase Position Modulation (+PPM) –
controls the relative phase position of the two positive pulses (in relation to each other)
* Negative Phase Position Modulation (-PPM) –
controls the relative phase position of the two negative pulses (in relation to each other)
The Alien Saws output is a bizarre, multi-toothed saw waveform that is derived from the Animated Pulses waveform. It’s harmonic content is also synthesized by the four control parameters of the Harmonic Animation section, but in different and more enigmatic ways. "
follow-up to this post.
synthi-e
click here for a flickr set sent my way via jan.I asked jan if the EMS Synthi-E was more yellow or orange color in person. He said, "more orangeish. but extremely good quality (except the slider keybaord, but i'll try to get replacement) "
Pondular demo
YouTube via ofrecordings. You might remember Pondular from this post last year.
"A demo of Pondular, a soft synth with an interactive, physics-based animated interface. You can download Pondular for free at http://www.pondular.com/"
Synth fun
YouTube via raulin. Kind of makes you wonder what things would be like if the Guitar turned out to be the de facto synth controller instead of the keyboard.
"Me, playing whatever came to my mind on my Fernandes Strat and a Roland GR-09 Synth"
ARP ODYSSEY - Vintage Analog Synthesizer by RetroSound
YouTube via retrosound72
"ARP Odyssey Mark III, triggered by the SCI Pro-One internal sequencer and sync with the Roland TR-606 drum machine
demo of various VCF and ADSR-envelope settings, Ringmodulation, Sync, FM, PWM and more"
Acxel II Preliminary PDF
Richard Lainhart was interested in the new Acxel Resynthesizer after reading this post. If you go to the new Acxel website, iDarca Audio, you will see a link to get more info where you can request a brochure. Richard did so and sent it my way. I wasn't going to put it up because I thought maybe Pierre Guilmette, the man behind the project would like to gage interest by having the requests come in, however what's out of site can become out of mind. I was interested myself but I was swamped so I was going to hold off until later, which probably meant indefinitely or until some news came in on the project. I was very happy when Richard sent me the PDF, because I was able to look at it in more detail. I thought I'd do the same for you. here it is
This really does look to be an amazing synthesizer. Some notes on the original from Richard:
"The original Acxel I saw demoed 20 years ago was an amazing machine, with a unique interface I've never seen equaled. It was much too expensive then for someone like me, but these prices seem pretty reasonable now - comparable to a Kyma system. If they can get the functionality of the original system and its interface at these prices (looks like around $5-6K, perhaps, and they're talking about a touchscreen interface for the rack system version too), it could be a hit, and a genuinely new paradigm in the synth world."
Schneiders Buero's Stecken Schrauben Spilen
via Jan:"i just got off the Musikmesse in Frankfurt (nice evening) with Herrn Schneider from Schneidersbuero / Schneidersladen and he handed me over one book he recently produced:
Look for yourself: [link]
He released a book ( price is around 7 EUR ) covering the history of schneidersbuero with respect to analog synthesizers. Nice photos, dual language footage. Another classic ! You'll get inside information about the analog "makers" of the synths including Cwejmen, MacBeth, Technosaurus, Metasonix and much more.
Lots of pictures, nice to read. Has multiple sections. It's really a - must-have- for the music fan. I think it is buyable at his shop after the fair. Just drop him a visit"
Excellent! I will add this to the Synth Books section on the right of the sight. Update: It's added along with a couple of other books/publications on their site. Remember, Stecken Schrauben Spilen will probably be listed at his shop after the fair. You can reach him via the contact info on the bottom left of the literature shop here.
LABELS/MORE:
Cwejman,
Flower Electronics,
Future Retro,
MacBeth,
Metasonix,
Musikmesse,
Musikmesse2008,
Synth Books,
Technosaurus
Latronic Notron Mk1 version 2.0 (upgraded firmware)
This Notron is now up for auction."This is the original, ultra-rare version 1. There are only about 100 of these in existence, many in the hands of famous musicians. If you are looking at this auction you probably already know what this is!
Despite being produced int he late 90's there are still unique features on this sequencer not found anywhere else (not even on the Genoqs Octopus). My favorites are the cumulative transpose and supersteps.
from Sound on Sound:
"Its moulded plastic case has no fewer than 87 tri-colour LEDs, 10 stylish knobs, four equally stylish control wheels and 103 switches that rattle like marbles on a solitaire board. The Notron is a step-time MIDI sequencer with four rows of up to 16 steps. Each of these is capable of sending note information, MIDI controllers, chords and arpeggios on separate (or, indeed, the same) MIDI channels. Unlike older analogue sequencers, it doesn't have a separate pitch knob for each step; instead a switch toggles notes on or off.
Designed for lap-top operation, the Notron feels comfortable and is light enough (at 2.2kg) to leave propped against a convenient wall when not in use. Or to wear as an impressive codpiece, come to think of it. (Dimensions are approximately 14 inches by 18 inches by 2.5 inches high.) Let's complete the obligatory tour quickly so we can get to the interesting stuff: the Notron has a MIDI In and Out, two auxiliary inputs (for future developments such as controller devices) and an input for the external power supply. Construction is to a high standard, so there's no doubt that you're dealing with a serious piece of kit."
I bought this a few months ago from a guy in England (who was friends with David Spowage one of the creators) for research purposes only (I am an engineer and I am designing a sequencer). It has served it's function so now it is time to pass it on to someone who will get some use out of it! The original owner had this unit upgraded to the much improved version 2.0 software. Unfortunately to do this with the Mk1 (the enclosure is made from sealed plastic) they had to cut the edges of the Notron to open it up. This is the same way all Mk1's have been upgraded. The result is that there was a rubber edging glued on afterwards. It looks totally pro from the top but in the underside you can see he was a bit sloppy with the rubber cement. The upside is that the glue is easily scraped away (rubber) if you are neat freak. There is also a tiny 1" long hairline crack in the bottom right side (underneath), it is almost invisible but I feel it is important to disclose all details! Those are the downsides to the upgrade, the upside is that they replaced many switches and pots and the new firmware functions fantastically and includes many improved features detailed in the V 2.0 manual.
It is well used but everything functions perfectly. Included is the the old firmware rare, extra memory chip and extra switches. I also have a UK and US power supply and all the manuals.
See why Bjork, Howie B, Richie Hawtin, The Orb, Jeff Mills, The Advent, Claude Young, Girogio Moroder and many others love theirs."
ADACHI Tomomi Tupperware Synths
"ADACHI's self-made instruments are consists of simple electronic circuit, almost case built in tupperware. They never can make precise pitch, but have good sound and noise, easy to operate and carry and worked by battery. Of course the funny and pretty looks are important aspects. In this page, you can see the images from them (more sound files come soon...)"More info here.
via Mark
LIVEWIRE AUDIO FREQUENCY GENERATOR
"Livewire Electronics announces the release of the Audio Frequency Generator, a true vintage-style analogue VCO capable of producing unique, harmonically complex waveforms.The first production run of the AFG will be in a special numbered limited edition with black and gold circuit boards. Pre-orders are now being accepted. See below for full details."
More info and samples on the Livewire site.
via Shawn of Analogue Haven. Update: some pricing and pre-ordering info on Shawn's blog.
Rush - La Villa Strangiato at Pinkpop 1979
YouTube via workingman. Oberheim 8 Voice in the background.
Video description: "I was 19 at that time and saw that performance, it was my first Rush concert.
This was the last performance of the European tour in 1979.
Alex Lefeson hurt his finger because he had a very wild night with his wife,
his finger came between the mattress and the bed.
Info came from: Tjerk Lammers, he was there press manager from WEA record company at that time."
Thursday, March 13, 2008
The Persephone vs. the Moogerfooger Freqbox
YouTube via RothHandle
"Today I continued working on a track by the Opium Cartel. It is a really interesting project where files are sent around all over the world with people doing overdubs separately and then Jacob, the bands songwriter sits in Norway and listens and sorts it out in the end. The material is really good and exciting so it is really fun material to work with.
Today I worked on a track called picker girl recording a lot of percussion stuff. During the afternoon I started with the Persephone experimenting with pedals. Here is a short experiment using the Moogerfooger Freqbox.
This film was shot at Roth Händle studios Stockholm. For more info on the studio, blogs and whatnot please visit www.roth-handle.nu"
Serge Analog Modular
via this auction
"Four custom panels built by Sound Transforms Systems
Top row: New Timbral Oscillator, Precision VCO, Dual Comp, Triple Waveshaper, Audio Mixer, Variable Q VCF, Universal audio Processor Second Row: 8 Channel Interface, Dual Universal Slope Generator, Smooth/Stepped Generator, Scaling Processor, Dual Transient Generator, Boolean Logic, Extended ADSR Third Row: New Timbral Oscillator, Ring Mod, Analog Shift Register, Quantizer (TKB), 4-stage Sequencer Programmer, Extended ADSR Bottom Row: Touch Activated Keyboard sequencer Not seen: Power Supply 4 panel Power Supply 2 panel"
MMS - Drum Machine
Musikmesse: Synthesizer-Welt Video
click here for the link to a short video of the Synthesizer-Magazin sponsored booth at this years Musikmesse.Moog Little Phatty
Moog Voyager
MacBeth M5N White
Also see a clip of the Clavia Nord Anniversary Edition here.
midibox sid bass test
YouTube via blowcocsy. via Nusonica.
"sequneces of bas line is transfered midi roland mc505,sound only midibox sid:)"
Latronic Notron Sequencer
images via this auction"The features of this fantastic device are too numerous to mention, everything is described in the manual which is linked [here]. There are four step sequencers, each of which can be controlled independently and adjusted while sequences are playing. Each sequence can have a different length and tempo. There are three-color LEDs for each step to indicate different states. Sequences can be forced to any of a large variety of scales, including some unique ones. Pitch bend, aftertouch, or other midi controllers can be sent in addition to notes. Velocity and note length are adjustable. Patterns can be saved and chained. The four wheels allow sequences to be "played" by transposing the notes - combined with force-to-scale, this is a great performance feature, something I have not seen on any other sequencer. The layout of the wheels makes it easy to play all four at the same time."
Kaossilator Teardown
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