ENSONIQ EPS/EPS16/EPSm/SQ80/VFX SYNTH/SAMPLER BROCHURES

via this auction
"5 original ENSONIQ synthesizer/sampler BROCHURES including ENSONIQ EPS/EPS16+/EPSm/SQ80/VFXsd synthesizer and sampler BROCHURES. These brochures are in excellent condition. Each brochure is a double sided advertisement. They were printed in 1987, 1989 and 1990 in the USA. They are all written in English. I have looked after these brochures for over 20 years since I was a teenager.

These brochures provide details on these synth's / samplers sounds, drum samples, multi effects, sequencer capabilities, voice architecture, MIDI, editing features as well as sampling capabilities. The brochures also provide all the Technical Specifications on the back page as well as accessories information.

These brochures that are out of print and no longer available are becoming more collectable and are quite rare."

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YAMAHA AN1x & CS1x SYNTHESIZER BROCHURES

via this auction
"original YAMAHA AN1x and CS1x synthesizer BROCHURES. These brochures are in excellent condition. They each contain 2 pages of informative information as well as a front & back cover. They were printed in 1997 & 1996 in Japan. They are both written in English. These brochures provide details on these 2 synths such as sounds, drum samples, multi effects, arpeggiator capabilities, step sequencer details, assignable X-Z ribbon controller, realtime morphing capabilities and more. The brochures also provide all the Technical Specifications on the back page as well as accessories information.

These brochures that are out of print and no longer available are becoming more collectable and are quite rare."

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KORG MS-20

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Roland JX-3P with Organix MIDI Mod

via this auction
"The synth has the organix midi modification installed. All parameters are now controlable and recordable via mid cc comands. For more infos see here": "The JX-3P was one of the first synthesizers with MIDI. The sounds can be edited from the frontpanel and with a PG-200 programmer. One of the biggest disadvantages is that the MIDI functionality is very limited. No SysEx or CC support was implemented. It is impossible to edit the sounds via MIDI. The second disadvantage is that the PG-200 programmer and the MIDI-IN can not be used simultaneously.

To solve these shortcomings, a JX-3P MIDI Expansion kit is designed."

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Reco-Synth - Dia 1

Reco-Synth - Dia 1 from arthur joly on Vimeo.

"Chega a primeira placa."

ether^ra MISSING VOICES

YouTube via potterpaint2000 | July 15, 2010

"an improv featuring a Tenori-on/Dark Energy along with a VTOL Corvax/Volfram. http://etherra.blogspot.com"

Moogy korging (FreqBox MF-107 + Korg MS-20 + Boss DD-7)

YouTube via GruithuisenCityMan | July 15, 2010

"Hello ! My name is Frederic Gerchambeau. I have made this movie and this music. The music has been made in one take entirely with a Moogerfooger FreqBox MF-107 driven by a Korg MS-20. There is also a Boss Digital Delay DD-7 adding a stereo delay. Enjoy !
http://www.myspace.com/fredericgercha..."

Looking Glass (Summer Workout Excerpt)

YouTube via pointmisser | July 15, 2010

"Live set rehearsals versus Moog Steadycam. Something to listen to while preparing your Mojito."

Adjacent Frequencies (Keller + Stearns) - Installation Documentation

YouTube via pixelform | July 15, 2010

"Video documentation of Adjacent Frequencies, an interactive sound and transmission art installation by Phillip Stearns and Lewis Keller. Installed at Cal Arts 2006."

Adjacent Frequencies (Keller + Stearns) - Electronics Prototype Test

pixelform | July 15, 2010

"Test of the electronics used in Adjacent Frequencies, an interactive sound and transmission art installation by Phillip Stearns and Lewis Keller"

MacBeth Mk1 Modular Analogue Prototypes

MacBeth Mk1 Modular Analogue Prototypes from Ken MacBeth on Vimeo.

"Here's a quick demo that I put together of the the prototype modules that I have been working on. This video features 2 x Mk1 VCOs, 1 x Mk1 8 Input Mixer, 1 x 24dB/Octave all transistor VCF and the Dual ADSR EG module with built in Gilbert Cell VCA...I hope you enjoy! Ken
Filmed on Sanyo CG10 videocam- sound direct to camera mics."

Livid Instruments Code - First Looks - Knob Box

flickr set by livid instruments
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No circuit bending required :P

YouTube via plasmaforce11 | June 26, 2010

"Behringer Eurorack 1202FX

just for fun"

Alex Lifeson of Rush playing the Moog Little Phatty

"Rush is a Band Blog: Rush 2010 Time Machine Tour Gallery - Tue, Jul 13
@ Molson Canadian Amphitheatr"

spotted and sent in via Cole Gasikins

Drawing Sound

YouTube via ostrakamusic | July 14, 2010

"Using a Wacom tablet and MaxMSP to draw sound."

Pittsburgh Modular VILFO Demo 3 VILFO as a Clock Source

YouTube via amphonic | July 14, 2010

"This video shows off the interesting results you can get using the Pittsburgh Modular Voltage Influenced LFO as a clock source. Using the Variable Control Voltage (VCV) input to skip clocks. Then using the Influence Control Voltage (ICV) input to modulate the VILFO rate. Modules used: Pittsburgh Modular VILFO and the Doepfer A-145."

ANimALOGICA Bologna Synth Meeting 3th Edition - Meeting

YouTube via NoctivagaMusica | July 14, 2010

"ANimALOGICA Bologna Synth Meeting 3th Edition

4.7.2010

Scuola Popolare di Musica Ivan Illich"

Terry Riley - Shri Camel: Morning Corona (Live 1976) - Part 1

YouTube via bananimalistic | July 13, 2010

Terry Riley - Shri Camel: Morning Corona (Live 1976) - Part 2


Anyone ID the keyboard/organ?

Update: Yamaha yc 45 d organ - more info and some links in the comments below.

Update: Part 3

Terry Riley - Shri Camel: Morning Corona (Live 1976) - Part 3
bananimalistic | July 15, 2010

terryrileyshri4.mp4


terryrileyshri5.mp4

Lexicon LXP-5 & MRC

YouTube via futility1981 | July 14, 2010
The lexicon is for sale.
"Quick demo of the LXP-5 processing a Korg KR-55... with live tweaking on the MRC programmer. I just demonstrated the main delay and reverb in the delay/reverb algorythm. The pitch shifting is great too, and you can 'play' the pitch shift with MIDI notes. Great box, sad to see it go after so many years especially now that it's getting the 'retro-vintage' cred. Audio could be better, I used a line output from the LXP-5 (it's hiding under the KR-55, behind the MRC) to the mic input of the camcorder and reduced the output level. Better than the built in mic & speakers like most YouTube demos!"

Roland RE 101 Space Echo

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Kawai SX-210 Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer

via this auction

"The rare and elusive Kawai SX-210 . . . Lovely sounding synth. Same warm and juicy filter SSM2044 filter chip found on the Korg Polysix and Trident synths, and some other classics from the era. Also has a sweet ensemble effect similar to the chorus found on the Juno 60."

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Yamaha SK20 Analog Synth / Organ

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THE BEE GEES RHYTHM MACHINE SYNTHESIZER MATTEL EIB 1978

via this auction

"This is an original Bee Gees Rhythm Machine electronic music synthesizer from Mattel dated 1978. The keyboard measures 7-3/4" x 4-1/8". It is in the original display box that includes the Bee Gees music book. This portable rhythm machine operates on one 9-volt battery. Pre-programmed Disco, Latin & Pop rhythms. The 20-key keyboard chimes out synth-tones while the percussion sounds can be raised or lowered in tempo. Has a 3.5mm output jack for use through an amp or mixer... Techno band Kraftwerk used this keyboard on "Pocket Calculator" and on their 1981 concert tour"

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Red SH-101

via this auction

This is the one in this video. No labels. As always be sure to read the description if you plan to bid. Looks like there are some issues with this one.

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1986 Roland MKS-100 Sampler Synth

via this auction

"This was Roland’s top of the line product of the mid 1980’s! This MKS-100 is in good/cosmetic working condition. It takes mini floppy discs (not included). Has screws ready for rackmount or use as desktop synth."

Hartmann Neuron Synthesizer

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Moon Modular 552 Voltage to Midi Converter

via Noisebug on Ebay
"The module format follows the industry standard (synthesizers.com/Moog/Curetronic/Mos-Lab etc.)
Uses 1/4" Jacks -- Module Size: 2 unit space

Modules work with supply voltages of -12...-15 Volts/+12...+15 Volts

Two power connectors are on-board (synthesizers.com/Club of the Knobs), Threshold voltage of the trigger inputs is +1 Volt.

The modules are ready to be used: insert the module, connect the power plug, attach with a couple of screws and the fun starts...

Voltage Control Voltage to Midi Converter module enables the user to integrate modern midi- and even computer-generated instruments and effects into his modular environment.

Control your midi-equipment from your analog sequencer or from other control voltage generating devices.

This module features four input pairs for control voltages (0-10 volts) and gate signals to be transformed into midi-compatible control data.

Each input pair can be indepentently transformed into one the following types of midi data:

– Note-on/note-off
– Velocity (combined w/note-on)
– Pitch bend
– Modulation wheel (CC1)
– Breath controller (CC2)
– Pedal (CC4)
– Volume (CC7)
– Panorama (CC10)
– Special (CC20)
– Channel after touch
– Sustain Pedal
– Program Change

Note output can be transposed via midi information or control voltage (1 V/oct). Transpose status can be enabled independently for each of the four inputs. Eight midi channel configurations are provided to ease the setup."

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Moon Modular 511C VC Envelope Generator

via Noisebug on Ebay
"The module format follows industry standard (synthesizers.com/Moog/Curetronic/Mos-Lab etc.)

Module Size: 2 unit space

Modules work with supply voltages of -12...-15 Volts/+12...+15 Volts

Two power connectors are on-board (synthesizers.com/Club of the Knobs),
Threshold voltage of the trigger inputs is +1 Volt.

The modules are ready to be used: insert the module, connect the power plug,
attach with a couple of screws and the fun starts...

Voltage Controlled Envelope Generator
in typical ADSR-Style with five voltage controlled parameters. Control voltage inputs with associated attenuator knobs for attack time, decay time, sustain level and release time and envelope amplitude.

The input jack for the amount of contour control is internally connected to +10 volt if nothing is patched. The time parameters range from 1 ms to approx. 20 s (at full modulation).

A gate button allows for manual triggering the envelope. Trigger threshold of the gate input is ca. 1 volt, positive edge.

The time control voltage inputs are “chained“: i. e. a control voltage in the „attack“-input controls the inputs D, and R as well, if there is nothing else patched. Control range is 0-10 volts, higher control voltages give longer envelope times.

Two LEDs serve as indicator lamps for ’gate pulse present‘ and for the envelope output.

Two envelope outputs serve as normal (0 to 10 volts) and inverted (0 to -10 volts) outputs."

Moon Modular 563 V2 Trigger Sequencer

via Noisebug on Ebay

"The module format follows the industry standard (synthesizers.com/Moog/Curetronic/Mos-Lab etc.)

Uses 1/4" jacks -- Module Size: 1 unit space

Modules work with supply voltages of -12...-15 Volts/+12...+15 Volts

Two power connectors are on-board (synthesizers.com/Club of the Knobs),
Threshold voltage of the trigger inputs is +1 Volt.

The modules are ready to be used: insert the module, connect the power plug, attach with a couple of screws and the fun starts...

Module Size: 4 unit space

Manufacturer Description:
Eight step/four row Trigger Sequencer

with built-in clock-oscillator. The 32 switches (with associated LEDs) have three positions each: gate-on, gate-off and reset.

Switch-on time (adjustable width of the gate pulse) is independently variable for each of the four busses.

Two buttons to shift and reset the trigger position manually (all four rows); two buttons with associated trigger inputs to start and stop the internal oscillator. One input to reset the sequencer to position 1 via trigger pulse. Four independent trigger inputs, one for each bus.


The jacks are „switched“, so that, if e. g. only input 1 is used, inputs 2/3/4 are affected as well. If none of the sockets is used, the built-in clock oscillator is active. Four trigger/gate-outputs for the four rows of switches."

Kenton Pro-2000 MKII Multi Channel MIDI - CV Converter

via Noisebug on Ebay

"In order to control pre-MIDI synthesizers from a modern MIDI instrument or sequencer, you need to change the digital MIDI messages into the kind of signals the pre-MIDI synth can understand.

For the price, this really is the best value converter on the market, anywhere. The versatility of this unit is awesome. Just look at the specifications below.

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Analogue Solutions EUROPA Analog MIDI Desktop Sequencer

via Noisebug on Ebay

"KEY FEATURES OF EUROPA
* Intuitive and simple programming procedure
* No sub-menus or shift keys - one function per key
* Simple to use - TR808/606 style programming.
* Analogue features - analogue tempo clock, 7 analogue trigger outs, analogue sync signals
* Live editing features
* Transpose, Octave shift, Mute
* Rugged steel construction.

Europa is a hardware sequencer, it does not contain a 'sound engine'. It has been designed from the ground up to be utilised with your MIDI synths, analogue modular, drum brains and drum machines.

Eurpoa was designed to be utilised with our SQ8 and Oberkorn analogue sequencers (and anything else with a compatible clock input).

Either use the main sync out or one of the seven trigger outputs to clock your analogue sequencers. Have them step whenever you like by programming triggers into the Europa sequencer. You can have 2 sequencers play alternately. You can mute the track so the Oberkorn/SQ8 sequencer stops! Use another trigger and you can activate the reset feature of the Oberkorn/SQ8!"

Korg EX-8000 Synthesizer

via Noisebug on Ebay

MFOS Ultimate + Expander / MFOS Analog Sequencer

YouTube via Thalassa77 | July 14, 2010

"http://switchedonsynthesizer.blogspot...

The MFOS sequencer is driving the MFOS Ultimate.

VCO 1and VCO 2 are patched to the Expander Multi-mode filter, the band pass out is patched to the Expander signal mixer.

VCO3 and Noise are mixed on the Ultimate mixer and routed to the Ultimate low pass filter and filter output is routed to the Ultimate VCA

Ultimate AR envelope is modulating low pass filter and Ultimate VCA

Ultimate VCA is patched to the Expander Signal Mixer

LFO1 is modulating the Cutoff frequency of the Band pass filter

LFO2 is modulating the VCO3 Pulse Width

Expander Signal Mixer is routed to the Epxander VCA who is modulated by Expander ADSR. The VCA is routed to the audio output."

electro-busking the post office

YouTube via FuckingSynthesizer | July 14, 2010

"more live noise for you.

filmed by Delaney Smith"

animalvideo - zoo-moo [KORG ELECTRIBE-SX + KAOSSILATOR + ...]

YouTube via churulin | July 14, 2010

"[website]
http://sound.jp/airechoes/animal_video/ (PC)
http://pksp.jp/animalvideo/ (Mobile)

[MySpace]
http://www.myspace.com/animalvideo"

Ran Kirlian - Subaquàtica II

YouTube via RanKirlian | July 14, 2010

"Live version of an incomming project. The vocal drone comes from the MS2000, which plays a slow sequence with a lot of delay and also reverb and vocal morphing effect. Ion also plays slow organ-like arps with latch on right keyboard part and pads and noises with left keyboard part. Most of the pads comes from the OB12.

Jellyfish images were recorded at the Oceanogràphic aquarium in Valencia (Spain) 2 years ago with my old Sony V1, sorry for the bad quality."

kanukanakina

YouTube via comemelinhos | July 14, 2010

"sw box vs shot bent"

Autumus - See The Light

YouTube via AtlantisLion | July 14, 2010

"Made with Roland SH-101 synthesizer and Roland CR-78 drum machine."

Autumus - Alpha Centauri

AtlantisLion | July 14, 2010

"Made with Roland SH-101 synthesizer and Roland CR-78 drum machine."

Autumus - Operation Industrial

AtlantisLion | July 14, 2010

"Made with Roland SH-101 and Roland RS-09 synthesizers, and Roland CR-8000 and Roland TR-606 drum machines."

Update: more videos going up on AtlantisLion's YouTube channel here.

SONOIO by Alessandro Cortini

sonoio1 from Alessandro Cortini on Vimeo.

http://www.sonoio.org/

MATRIXSYNTH by ben (shoontz) shannon . illustrator

via ben (shoontz) shannon . illustrator

Golem voice: "We loves it... My precious... MATRIXSYNTH..."

Click here for all posts contributed by Ben Shannon.
Update: be sure to see the rest of http://www.shoontz.com if you haven't already. There's some pretty amazing art there including some synth babe art.

ROLAND SH-09

via this auction

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The Fingerist - Keytar for your iPhone / iTouch

"There have been numerous iPhone/iPod touch applications released, and musical instrument application is one of the popular categories among users.

Guitar, bass, piano, ocarina, the list goes on and on.
EVENNO introduces The Fingerist which is a music adapter that allows you to play those applications on iPhone/iPod touch like a real guitarist.

The Fingerist is a new style iPhone/iPod touch accessory that enables you to play your applications as if you are actually playing musical instruments.
This music adapter has a built-in speaker that operates on 3 AA batteries which will enable you to perform 6-hour stage live."

Parallel Worlds Reworks 09 Festival

Pic of Parallel Worlds at the Reworks 09 Festival. You can find the audio for the set in this post.


Synths: Doepfer A100, Nord Lead rack, Korg MS-2000R, Roland JP8000

Photo by Antonis Chaniotis (chaniotisant gmail.com)

Hans Zimmer and Johnny Marr Inception Video is Up

You can find the video here.

Viscount Ob3 ( Db3 ) Hammond Clone Demo by S4K + Customizing ( space4keys )

YouTube via Space4Keys | July 14, 2010

"Viscount Ob3 ( Db3 ) Hammond Clone Demo by S4K + Customizing ( space4keys )

Peformed by Sion

http://www.space4keys.com
http://www.keyboardsolo.com"

Mothman Z3000

Based on the Casio CZ-3000

"The Mothman Z-3000 is the newest sibling of the Mothman synthesizers and this one is the best one yet. It's a 16 voice polyphonic synthesizer that features two Phase Distortion DCOs, two DCWs, and two DCAs all six feature the famous 8 point envelope section that made the CZ synthesizer so famous. You have the ability to make some of the most complex waveforms you've ever heard."

Solenoid's Drum Machine Orchestra

"A six Channel, six speaker, sound performance (obviously mixed down to stereo for mp3) drum machine orchestra by David Chandler (Aka Solenoid) performed at Holocene as part of the "Sixes" event June 24, 2010.

Sean Byrne (Bugskull) - Roland R8 - one channel
Eric Mast (E*Rock) - Machinedrum - one channel
Rafael Fauria (Miracles Club) - Roland TR909 - one channel for bass drum and a 2nd channel for everything else
Carlo Pearson (Senor Frio) - Monomachine - one channel
Jesse Johnson (Gulls) - Roland TR606 - one channel
Paul Dickow (Strategy)- Roland TR727 (the 'latin' drum machine) - one channel"

mp3 and ADR podcast on Light & Sound here.

Moogy doepfering (FreqBox MF-107 + Doepfer Dark Energy + Boss DD-7)

YouTube via GruithuisenCityMan | July 14, 2010

"Hello ! My name is Frederic Gerchambeau. I have made this movie and this music. The music has been made in one take entirely with a Moogerfooger FreqBox MF-107 driven by a Doepfer Dark Energy. There is also a Boss Digital Delay DD7 adding a stereo delay. Enjoy !
http://www.myspace.com/fredericgercha..."

Korg Poly-800 II For Sale

YouTube via 123synthland | July 14, 2010

"We deal in vintage synths professionally, but you already know this. We love the Korg Poly-800 and feel its underrated. Here's the Korg Poly-800 II we just put up for sale. This short basic sequence demonstrates a few variations of the same sound, each using the Poly 800 mark 2's internal delay effect.
Contact us anytime at minime123@onebox.com." minime123 is also 123synthland on Ebay

Synth DIY UK 2010 by Sonicsheep

via soncicsheep where you'll find galleries for prior events. See the SDIY UK label below for more.

Moog Bode Frequency Shifter model 6552 Owned by Walter Sear

via this auction

"This auction is for a super-rare rack mount Bode Frequency Shifter Model 6552 by R.A Moog. This is from the personal collection of Phil Cirocco of CMS / Discrete Synthesizers. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to own a rare piece of electronic music history.

This is serial #1001 and is the very first Frequency Shifter produced by R.A. MOOG. This particular 6552 was once owned by the great Walter Sear. It features ring modulator diodes that were hand selected by Harold Bode himself! It is listed in the Moog Archives http://moogarchives.com/ on the left menu select: "lists and charts", then: "custom sales" then: "frequency shifter".

There were 2 major incarnations of frequency shifters made by Moog/Bode. The first one (model 6552) is the one you see here. It is all discrete and uses actual diode rings and transformers for its ring modulator circuits. The second version (model 1630) is an op-amp chip version that uses balanced modulator ICs for its RM circuits. The second version, while being more convenient, does not sound anything like the first version.

I can say with confidence that you will never see one of these for sale again in your lifetime.

This Frequency Shifter is in excellent condition. There are no scratches on the front panel. It is #1 out of a known total of 11 units made. It was made by R.A. Moog under contract with Harold Bode. It is all original and functions perfectly. It is NOT a clone and it has a valid serial number and pedigree. It was recently calibrated here at CMS. It uses terminal strips in the back as all early Bode rack mount units do, so you will have to use a patch-bay nearby."


This one in via Keld.

Update via Michelle Moog-Koussa: I heard from Michelle Moog-Koussa, Bob Moog's daughter and Executive Directory of The Bog Moog Foundation. She stated, "I'm 99% sure that the model number and serial number are written in Dad's handwriting.

This piece was issued on August 21, 1968. Thirty-seven years later to the day the frequency of the whole electronic music community would shift as Bob's body left us......."