
Wednesday, August 06, 2008
The Largest Roland TB-303 in the World

Well, not a functionl one, but there you have it.
via Camp303:
"I'm the organizer of the Camp303 campsite stage at the Norbergfestival (www.norbergfestival.com) and one of my friends donated this gigantic tb303 print to our camp! It's a photo of one of my 303's that he printed in 2,5x5 meter format."

Poll: Obeheim Xpander and Matrix-12 Displays
AG wrote in to let me know that the Oberheim Xpander and Matrix-12 Yahoo! user group, Xpantastic, is taking a poll on who would be interested in purchasing replacement displays for their Xpander and Matrix-12. He asked me to put a poll up here for anyone not on the group. So, here it is. I thought I'd put up two polls. One on whether you own or plan to own an Xpander or Matrix-12 just to get a count of how many are out there as well as interest, and one on whether you would be interested in picking up the displays.
Details via AG:
"I had an interesting topic come up and wanted to share. Matrix-12's and Xpanders use these discontinued VF Displays. No one makes them anymore. I have spoken with Noritake about remanufacturing the old ones as a custom order. The Xpantastic yahoo group is currently taking a poll of Xpander and Matrix-12 owners to see how many replacement VFDs they would buy if the price was less than $150 per display (each matrix-12 or xpander uses 3 displays). This is a weird part that may not have been used on anything other than these two machines (as far as we know) and it would be awesome if you could encourage owners of these Oberheims (and the techs/repair houses who work on 'em) to sign up and take the poll to get an idea if this project makes sense."
Update: an image of a Noritake display installed on an SCI Studio 4404, via Benny in the comments.
Details via AG:
"I had an interesting topic come up and wanted to share. Matrix-12's and Xpanders use these discontinued VF Displays. No one makes them anymore. I have spoken with Noritake about remanufacturing the old ones as a custom order. The Xpantastic yahoo group is currently taking a poll of Xpander and Matrix-12 owners to see how many replacement VFDs they would buy if the price was less than $150 per display (each matrix-12 or xpander uses 3 displays). This is a weird part that may not have been used on anything other than these two machines (as far as we know) and it would be awesome if you could encourage owners of these Oberheims (and the techs/repair houses who work on 'em) to sign up and take the poll to get an idea if this project makes sense."

The Solar Powered Theremin. electronic music unplugged.
YouTube via MarbleMad. A great way to share nature with others.
"This is MORE than another optical theremin. This is a SOLAR POWERED theremin.
The Heliophone, an electronics kit available from:
http://www.clockworkrobot.com
The theremin was the worlds first electronic musical instrument and this tiny kit version has the added advantage of working with no need for batteries or external power. It works purely on solar power so when the oil runs out and civilisation crumbles to dust, you'll be glad it's not the end for electronic music.
More information about the solar theremin can be found here:
http://homepage.ntlworld.com/kinetic-...
The kit is very easy to build and suitable for beginners in electronics. It does require some soldering though."
Solar Powered Theremin Part 2
"The Solar Powered theremin can be easily modified so it can be used with effects units and an amp. For more information see: http://homepage.ntlworld.com/kinetic-..."
Mint Tin Modular Synth
YouTube via MarbleMad. Sent my way via George. Hmm... this might actually be smaller than the MMM.
"A modular analogue synth system that fits inside altoids tins.
Here we have the synthesizer (a tweaked Atari Punk console) and a clock + power all housed in one altoids tin and an analogue sequencer housed in a second Altoids tin. Later a second sequencer module is added to increase the number of steps from 8 to 16.
I apologise for the darkness of the vid. Made it a little late in the day."
Japanese Synthesizer
YouTube via th0m4svu. Yes this is pretty stupid, but funny. Anyone know more about that song? I'm curious if it's an actual released track. I think the camera man at 2:20 sums it up well, but it just keeps going... For something more professional see this. I'm also wondering how many tracks out there mention the word synthesizer. I'm sure there's plenty. If you know of any post it in the comments.
Update: And... The original found by Beamer in the comments:
Petr Skoumal - I Am A Japanese Synthesizer (1994)
YouTube via Vaanek
"Music video from CD HotelovĂ˝ pokoje_1994. Music+text:P.Skoumal"
Nobody's Diary - Yazoo Cover - feat. Marie Haddad & Casio MT-400V
YouTube via peahix
"This is a cover of the Yazoo song "Nobody's Diary." Marie Haddad did the singing, I did the music/production. This was largely an experiment to see what could be done with an old Casio MT-400V, which was used for all the sounds in the backing track. The video consists of a slow pan across the Casio's control panel. This MT-400V has a nice resonant analog filter, which was used heavily here. Some other effects were used on the Casio sounds, most notably a pitch shifter on the bass, to get it down an octave lower.
To hear this without the crappy YouTube mono/compressed audio, visit Marie at http://www.myspace.com/mariehaddad"

New YouTube Audio Compression Image
This post updated with a graphic of the compression from Sonic State. See Sonic State for their notes on it. And of course, don't forget Sonic State TV for video hosting. I'm moving my videos there as well.
Modified Stylophone
YouTube via lazenbleep
"Quick and dirty clip of a circuit bent 'new' stylophone. I added a more robust 3 way voice switch and a dirty feedback knob
http://www.haha-fresh.blogspot.com"
Tuesday, August 05, 2008
Saturday Night Villain - Red Flags

[Read the long version and check out the track here:
http://www.saturdaynightvillain.com]
"The short version of the story: I went on a second date with this girl I was really starting to like. Little did I know that she would end up running off with another guy that night! I painfully watched in shock and disbelief as they left this Hollywood club together, hand in hand. In the following days, both parties proceeded to bombard me with apologies via myspace and text messages. Armed with all this great content, I converted their pleas to synthesized speech, and the song Red Flags was born. What you hear is what they said (with actual testimony from club witnesses and some phallic references thrown in for good measure).
By Logan Mannstrane (Scott Metzger) and Lord Kick Drum (Ken Hankins)
Kit list:
BASS
ROLAND JUPITER 8 W/ MIDI
UAD-1 - CAMBRIDGE EQ
LOGIC - AUTOFILTER - FOR DUB TRACK, DUPLICATED
WAVES C4
WAVES RCOMP
FILTEK MK3A - EQ
NEUMANN U-473A COMPRESSOR/BYPASSED
LAVRY BLUE AD/DA
PADS
Prophet 5 Rev 2
LOGIC COMPRESSOR - DUCKING
WAVES C4
WAVES RCOMP
FILTEK MK3A - EQ
NEUMANN U-473A COMPRESSOR/BYPASSED
LAVRY BLUE AD/DA
VOCALS
Linguatec Voice Reader
LOGIC - PITCH SHIFTER II
UAD - PULTEC PRO, CAMBRIDGE EQ, PRECISION EQ, DE-ESSER
WAVES C4
WACES RCOMP
FILTEK MK3A - EQ
NEUMANN U-473A COMPRESSOR/BYPASSED
LAVRY BLUE AD/DA
DRUMS
ROLAND TR-909 - KICK, SNARE
ROLAND TR-808 - HATS
LOGIC - ULTRABEAT - DRUM TONE LAYERS
EXS24 - VINYLISTICS - BACKBEAT
SNARE - UAD SPL TRANSIENT DESIGNER
UAD-1 - REALVERB PRO, PULTEC EQ, HELIOS EQ, CAMBRIDGE EQ
WAVES C4
WAVES RCOMP
FILTEK MK3A - EQ
NEUMANN U-473A COMPRESSOR/BYPASSED
LAVRY BLUE AD/DA
SEQUENCING /MIXING
LOGIC PRO 8
MASTERING: JACK THE BEAR'S DELUXE MASTERING"
dz-1 drum trigger demo
YouTube via pac209
"casio dz-1, audiotriggered by a tr-707, sending midi notes to a drumstation playing the tr-909 sounds"
nord lead 1 arp
YouTube via 909techno
"played one the nord lead version 1 (with voice expansion).
all four slots stacked and played via arpeggiator
recorded direct from outputs. no effects or editing."
KILL KITTY : Blood Death Ivory Production Diary
YouTube via krankhaus
"Angelspit's video diary during the making of "Kill Kitty" from their album Blood Death Ivory. Check out Angelspit's other Production Diaries here"
DotCom, MFM, MAQ16/3, Nord Lead 1 and Kawai 100F
YouTube via attorks
"This time tried to do some camera close-ups and moves but it is difficult doing it all alone. The video shows another sequencer improvisation.
The Synthesizers.com sequence starts dry and then I switch on the AKAI Head Rush E2 in tape echo mode (blue device on the top right of the DotCom). You can hear how the sequence becomes alive. When I switch the connect switch on the Q124, the CV of row 1 of the MAQ16/3 is connected to the 1V/Oct of the Q107. Row 1 drives the DotCom and the MFM. Row 2 drives the Nord Lead 1 which 2nd VCO is detuned 5 semitones down to simulate chords. Row 3 adds 2 semitones to row 1 each 8 steps. The solo is done on the Kawai 100F."
Korg R3 analogue modelled sounds
YouTube via yarosystems
"All the sounds programmed by Yarosystems. All these patches should also be possible on the Radias, and most of them on the MS2000 and the Microkorg too."
Cakewalk Z3ta+1: Mr. Automatic Checks Out Robot Mrs. Douglas
YouTube via gearwire
"Gearwire's Bill Holland takes the Cakewalk Z3ta+1 synthesizer to Gearwire studio for a good oscillating. "Blue Monday" makes its return, and just starting to examine the oscillato-arpeggiatory features of the Z3ta+1 has it sounding more mangled than the line sounded at any point in his Rapture LE tweakings. See more on Gearwire.com."
"Book of Sound" a Folktek Instrument by Ben Houston
"Welcome to the work of Folktek. Please also see our other auctions.
For information regarding Folktek artists including portfolios, sounds and many more works please visit:
folktek.com
For a link to our youtube videos check http://youtube.com/user/benpumpkin
For a direct link to the "book of sound" page of the folktek site including more information, and more photoes please visit:
http://folktek.com/benhouston/bookofsound.html
and if you'd like to join our friends list at myspace: folktek myspace
now...
The Book of sound By Ben Houston .
This extra custom piece is part of a folktek series entitled "philanthropoid"". Also in the series on the site is the Mantis, dronescape sequencer, the moth, the growling insect, the bug, the octa-hedra, walking stick, pendulum translator and others. The sound is phenomenol and continues to amaze us. It is a sonic symphony of nasty and grimy sweetness, endless layers of sound possibilities emenating from High quality OSC originally based on high tech speech synthesis. Seemingly random bits can be rediscovered time and time again and then there are those moments that you will most likely never rediscover. This piece WILL provide sounds that you will not find in other synthesizers and will astonish you every time you turn it on.

Sequential Circuits Model 700 CV Sequencer
"By the way the controls are laid out, there appears to be memory for 88 sequences/patches.
3 CV outs.
2 ADSR with delay Envelope Generator outs.
CV, trigger, and gate ins."
Korg MS-02 Interface
"Korg (and Yamaha CS) synths use Hz/Octave for their CV and Gate whereas most other manufactures use Volt/Octave. This interface is designed to convert one to the other and vice versa. It can also convert gate signals. Use your Pro-One to control an MS-10 or 20. Use the MS-20 to control your Roland. It basically allows you to control any CV synth with any CV synth. This also has many multiples for duplicating signals... Here is a webpage that explains more.
Future Retro Revolution SE #2
"Only 10 of these were made and this is #2. Also signed by the maker. The SE is painted a special gun gray and has black painted aluminum sides and special color coded knobs... The SE also has an added feature that there is also an accent output with the gate output... Built in analog overdrive and digital fx. The remix function is one of the best features on an analog sequencer. You can also use the revolution as a midi to cv/gate converter and a midi to din sync converter"
Waldorf Q+ with Custom Wood Sides
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Buchla LIGHTNING III
"LIGHTNING III is about to strike!
Not a whole lot different than Lightning II, Lightning III features improvements in sensitivity, resolution, accuracy, and response time. Perhaps the biggest difference is in the addition of a third axis of sensitivity. Yes, Lightning now responds in all three directions, adding proximity to the horizontal and vertical dimensions brought to you by Lightning II.
As for appearance, not much change. The triangular remote sensor morphed to a rectangular shape; the control box stayed just about the same, and the wands are virtually identical.
Changes in software are minimal, the primary changes are to accommodate the third axis. The price is unchanged, remaining at $1995. Watch this space for a complete description and some pics."
http://www.buchla.com/lightning/index.html
Not a whole lot different than Lightning II, Lightning III features improvements in sensitivity, resolution, accuracy, and response time. Perhaps the biggest difference is in the addition of a third axis of sensitivity. Yes, Lightning now responds in all three directions, adding proximity to the horizontal and vertical dimensions brought to you by Lightning II.
As for appearance, not much change. The triangular remote sensor morphed to a rectangular shape; the control box stayed just about the same, and the wands are virtually identical.
Changes in software are minimal, the primary changes are to accommodate the third axis. The price is unchanged, remaining at $1995. Watch this space for a complete description and some pics."
http://www.buchla.com/lightning/index.html
Chimera SM16 Analog Sequencer

Shipping July 2008." $399 plus shipping according to Chimera Synthesis. This one actually popped up a bit ago but I missed it for whatever reason. Anyway... here it is.

New Serge M-odule: Wave Processor

Wave Processor
Ring Modulator, Triple Waveshaper
$2,000
[DAD] balanced out 'XLR' or 1/4" TRS option: $300
Sound Transform Systems
(262) 367-3030
First impressions via Hans Grusel on the Serge Modular Users Group Yahoo List
Talk about meat; There's a firkin 20-ton rib roast inside this thing!
Triple Waveshaper- 1st serge module I ever touched some 15 years ago. Super
early version not in a panel but just in a box, so I was a bit nostalgic about this
one-- M-odule delivers the goods 110%. Everything from overdrive in single, to full on shred
in series. As one would expect, it always hold ups with super sonic detail in all registers no
matter what you throw at it. Dance the cv ins in series w/ the gator's /n comp into pulse
divider for a grand rollick.
Wave Multipliers:
A stellar 3-plier set. What can I say: a classic's classic.
Top section: overdrive/vca.
Mid section: overtones out the ass plus DC coupling in.
Bottom section: even more over the top shreds. Take some low harm
content into both audio inputs then feed the cv out back into your osc source
you'll have rock neck for days. Then take a crack at it with cv instead of audio.
Versatility to the nines.
Ring mod:
Rex had mentioned he was workin on the bottom end of this one. Looking at chest
implosion with a supersub. can't wait to wail this one live thru a good full on
PA. Again the range and detail of this sucker would be hard to beat.
Mixer:
3 in 1 (banana) out.
#3 in with +/- or null. Again top of the top in quality.
X-fade:
The M-odule mainstay. Two in. 1/4 inch + banana out w/ vc xfade + vc gain.
A gem of a gateway from serge to speakers.
via matthew
Ode to Gravity: Introducing the Buchla 700 (March 21, 1988)
"Donald Buchla's newest synthesizer, the 700, is introduced to the San Francisco community at a gathering held at the Sake Factory. Charles Amirkhanian interviews the inventor as well as numerous local composers about their experiences with Buchla's creations while we hear in the background people trying out the newest version."
via http://www.archive.org/details/OTG_1988_03_21 via ghostdog
élkorus test part 1
YouTube via wutierson
"élkorus test by Sergio Koval during the 1st unit presentation. élkorus is the new analog chorus unit released by Synthoma, that makes possible to replicate the classic sound of the string ensemble machines of the 70's. more info at www.synthoma.net"
Prima Harmony Trainer SN 37900773
via this auction
"Prima Harmony Trainer, Model SQH-379 made by Seiko Instruments & Electronics Ltd
* Prima Harmony Trainer with:
* Digital Metronome
* Digital Keyboard with multiple instrument sounds
* Analog jacks for input and output
* Tuner function with built-in Microphone or input
* On/Off switch for internal Mic
* Many other features
* Fold out handle
* Translucent plastic cover for the trainer
* Black carrying case for trainer and AC adapter
* Owners manual in Japanese"
via Chris
flight of harmony newsletter August 2008
"I’m quite busy filling the current orders, but here’s a quick update:
· After this run, the current Plague Bearer form factor will be discontinued – these housings are just too labor-intensive. There are only two v1.1 Plague Bearers remaining at the time of this writing and they are the last of this style.
· If there is enough demand, populated main boards for the Plague Bearer, Imp, and the Infernal Noise Machine will be made available. Main boards do not include PSU or I/O jacks. Email me if you are interested, I’ll have some populated board pics up soon.
Upcoming:
· Modular versions of the Plague Bearer, Parasite, and the Infernal Noise Machine.
· The standalone version of the I.N.M and the Imp will be available in a couple weeks"
http://www.flightofharmony.com
PNW DIY 2008
via Jim Patchell:
"Just to let everybody know, John Marshall informed me that the PNW DIY meet will be on October 25, 2008 at Renton Technical College. (Seattle Area).
If you subscribe to other lists...hey, spread the word. This will most likely be the last one that John will be putting on. I have already purchased my plane ticket...and I will be there. Hope you will be as well."
You can find posts of previous PNW events here.
"Just to let everybody know, John Marshall informed me that the PNW DIY meet will be on October 25, 2008 at Renton Technical College. (Seattle Area).
If you subscribe to other lists...hey, spread the word. This will most likely be the last one that John will be putting on. I have already purchased my plane ticket...and I will be there. Hope you will be as well."
You can find posts of previous PNW events here.
KORG PS-3300
This one went for $21,000
Interesting details from the auction:
"I have been the sole owner of this Korg PS 3300. 100% Original. !00% Functional. 100% Complete. Ser.# 780302. I ordered this PS 3300 brand new from a local Korg Dealer, Music Sound World in Tulsa, OK, immediately after returning from demoing a PS 3300 Floor Model at Arnold&Morgan Music in Dallas,TX. Included is a custom built performance table. Included is the original owner’s manual. Also included are the set of original patch cables. The factory edge connectors for all of the internal circuit boards on the main bus have been replaced with upgrades that will not crack as the original connectors did. All circuits and pots are working. A few pots and switches need to be cleaned due to the little use it has received recently. The longer it is powered on and played the less this is an issue. Dependable, reliable and very well taken care of over all of the years I have owned it. The only cosmetic blemishes are two slight chips in the veneer (one each on both sides of the wood case). For the exception of these two chips the rest of the cabinet is clean and in great shape. All knobs and switches are original and complete with no cracks or damage. No blemishes on any of the front panels. All of the Keyboard controller trigger switches and joystick are complete and funtional. All keys are undamaged , original and playable. No Midi.
If you are not familiar with this incredible instrument here is a link to WikiPedia to assist those of you who are interested and would like to learn more about this unbelievably powerful and unique modular fully analog polyphonic synthesizer.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korg_PS-3300."
Roland Juno-60 + SCI Prophet VS + Moog Minimoog
YouTube via retrosound72
"vintage synth demo track by RetroSound
bassline (like TD`s Dolphin Dance): Moog Minimoog with Lintronics Midi sequenced by the MFB Step64 step sequencer and sync with the TR-707
fx and lead sounds: SCI Prophet VS
analog pads: Roland Juno-60
drums: Roland TR-707
no overdubbing, no sequencer software used"
Latronic Notron Studio 440 Jupiter 6 improv space funk
video upload by b3nsf
"I made this little sequence on the Notron, controlling the Jupiter (erupoafied, synthwooded) and sync'ed the Studio 440 (VFD'ed, rez-modded) fun times!!!!"
Noise.io for the iPhone

The company has another 2 projects in the same field: Didjer.io (iPhone dijeridoo emulator) and Flute.io (iPhone flute emulator). There projects are in early alpha stage. Also the VST version of Noise.io will be released by the end of 2008."

You can get Noise.io here:
oscillate - not osculate!

This one is from the February 1961 issue of "Joker - The Satire Magazine!"
"os·cu·late
v. os·cu·lat·ed, os·cu·lat·ing, os·cu·lates
v.tr.
1. To kiss.
2. Mathematics To have three or more points coincident with.
DIY Serge-style Rack Panel

"finally finished my Serge-style rack panel about a week ago and got around to taking pictures. Also featured is the DIY portable rack case (3/4" pine and plywood + hardware/carpet from ReliableHardware.com.) It has a hinged latch-on lid too (with enough room to keep things patched in!)
Below this panel is my new Midibox CV, which I am really enjoying, and my Midibox SEQ3. This whole rig together is currently my "bassline machine" for composing and live shows -- but hopefully it will grow beyond that, to allow a setup for more symbiotic lead lines/basslines/percussion."
Looks like an EDP. You can find an additional image and more info on electro-musi.com.
Monday, August 04, 2008
MATTSON MINI MODULAR + ROLAND SYSTEM 100M
YouTube via redmartian
"Testing the Mattson Mini Modular (LFO, VCA, EG, Mixer, Buffer, Track & Hold and Sample & Hold) with two Roland 112 VCOs and one 121 VCF."
Recording the Yamaha CS-10 for Rhys Marsh
YouTube via RothHandle. CS-10 through Moogerfoogers come in at 1:46.
"Today I started working on a new Rhys Marsh track and for the frist time I used my Yamaha CS-10"
The Stylophone 350s
YouTube via RothHandle
"A short walkthrough of this wonderful piece of musical history."
Ode To Fall: 1980 Omnichord Music Performed By Jolene
YouTube via JoleneSugarbaker
"Music By Jolene Sugarbaker!!!
Jolene Sugarbaker The Trailer Park Queen serenades you into the Fall!!
I'm in the kitchen filming new cooking episodes, but thought I'd share with you a original musical piece I have created on the Suzuki Omnichord.
An Omnichord is sort of an electronic harp, well the 1980's version of an Eletronic harp!
You may have came across on in Elementary or Junior High School Music Class back in the 1980's.
There aren't many that work still today, and I'm glad I have one! Aren't you ? :)
I hope you enjoy it!
Yes, I'm crazy :)
Be sure to subscribe and rate!
More cooking shows soon!
Love
Jolene Sugarbaker
The Trailer Park Queen
BUY MY STUFF
http://www.jolenesugarbaker.com"
Recording CR-78 a Molesome track
YouTube via RothHandle
"Today I started recording a new Molesome track. I think it is called Press. Not quite sure. This is part one...recording the CR-78"
Molesome needs some Omnichord
"Predictable and charming. The Omnichord."
Circuit Bent Glitch Drone Synth

"A- switch disables glitch circuit from audio output to use C as momentary action button.
B- switch changes 1,2,3,4 to four alternate sounds.
C- only works as an action button while A is off.
D- glitch button. once pressed while sounds from the glitch circuit are being played, the sounds will spin off in to a glitch frenzy.
E- glitch reset. resets the glitch circuit without any interference to the operation of the rest of the keyboard.
F- glitch oscillator. modulates the pitch of the glitch circuit.
G- keyboard oscillator. modulates the pitch of the keyboard.
H- keyboard envelope stretch
I- oscillator mix-up switch
1- keyboard osc. ramp shape switch
2- glitch circuit osc. ramp shape switch
3- glitch circuit sound button
4- glitch circuit sound button
5- glitch circuit sound button
6- glitch circuit sound button
the volume pot is pretty stingy when you play through the built in speaker, but it is perfect for amps and soundcards.
This keyboard is one of a kind. that means there will never be another one like it in all of space and time. i put a lot of time and quality work in to all of my circuit bent pieces."
CIRCUIT BENT KEYBOARD
YouTube via noystoise
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