Serge Techno Patch

flickr By b3nnysf

"Techno patch on my serge M-class

it sounds like this:

b3nsf.com/Serge/serge_techno.mp3"

Let this one develop.

Nord Modular G2 Expanded

via this auction

"This is perhaps the most flexible piece of hardware ever made for any studio. It can do everything. It can do the following:

* Synthesizer (strings, organs, weird sounds, basses, granular, anything your mind can imagine, Moogs, Arps)
* Effects (choruses, reverbs, delays, and almost every other kind of effect, as well as many waiting for you to invent)
* Midi (sequencing, delays, data manipulation, recording, totally transforming incoming data, program switching, control surface, arpeggiators, and any combination or mutation of the above)

You don't have to be a synthesis expert to start using it. There are a lot of excellent presets built in, and tens of thousands more to download here or here.

But if you want to get into synthesis, there is no other piece of hardware that offers you more options or depth. The only main competitor might be Kyma, but it is in a much higher price bracket, and is far less intuitive to program.

While you might try using a computer for advanced synthesis techniques, you will find that the seamless integration between software and hardware that the G2 represents is unparalleled. Patching is as fast as thought, and mapping controls to the hardware is lightning-quick.

This is, next to a studio with wall-to-wall modular gear, the most powerful hardware synthesizer available anywhere. And no patch on any hardware synth will compare to a maxed-out Nord Modular G2, with all four program slots full and interconnected, working as a single, incredibly powerful patch.

With the four inputs, and the XLR input with preamp, there is no end to what you can do with audio processing. You can simultaneously transform the sound of a voice and three instruments, all with completely different effects algorithms, and also have a drum machine, bass, and pads — and you might not even be close to making out the power of this synth!

The installed Expansion doubles the DSP power."

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Sherman Filterbank 2x2 RACK Analog Filter

via this auction

"The Sherman Filterbank 2 represents the next evolutionary step of the hugely successful Sherman Filterbank! What we originally had was a basic synth without the oscillators, allowing you to process your flat and lifeless sounds into dangerous roaring crunchy performances. The "2" is essentially the same but with an improved spec, and the kind of modular flexibility that will keep you tweaking for months."

SUZUKI QC-1 OmniChord Q-Chord

via this auction

"SUZUKI QC-1 OmniChord Q-Chord SYNTH PIANO HARP GUITAR
It has 100 MIDI instruments voices with rhythms and special effects. It can be used with 8 C batteries This is a great musical instrument that will provide hours and hours of fun. What a great gift for anyone!! Enjoy for a lifetime for creative fun and music."

That's some banjo action.

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Casio SA-75 Keyboard

via this auction

"This Casio SA-75 Keyboard comes in the box with the Headset Microphone and the Manual! The SA-75 is great for indoor or outdoor play! The awesome sounds, great drums, and fantastic features make it perfect for the lo-fi home studio, or for just romping around being crazy and creative!

* 100 Sampled PCM Voice Tones
* 37 Keys - Three Octaves
* 30 Patterns (30 Rhythms, 10 Free sessions, 10 Funny)
* 10 On-the-Board Demo Songs
* Lesson Function - Yes!
* LCD Display - Yes!
* Phones/Output Terminals - Yes!
* Microphone In Terminals - Yes!
* Stereo Speaker System (dia x qty) 8cm x2"

Get your keytar on.

LL Electronics RozzBox One v2 - 5-Voice Poly Synth

via Noisebug on Ebay

"In Great Condition. Comes w/ extra memory key.

The RozzBox V2 poly w/ tube filter is a 5-voice polyphonic synthesizer with digital oscillators, digital and analog filters on each voice, and one additional all tube filter.

In addition to the the classic design of a 4-oscillator polysynth with analog filters, the RozzBox features some functions that can’t be found on any other synthesizer, such as the Hacker, the chaotic filtermode, and switchable aliasing of the oscillators.

Features:
* 4 digital ocsillators with standard and 16 additional waveforms – hard-sync possible
* Configurable FM engine with 7 algorithms
* Noise, external audio input, ring modulator
* Includes 3 self-resonant Filter-Types:
Digital high pass/low pass filter with resonance and 24dB/octave (4 filter poles)
Analog low pass ladder filter with resonance and 24dB/octave (4 filter poles)
Completely tube-driven analog low pass filter with resonance and 12B/octave (2 filter poles)
* 2 independent filters per voice

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Bee Gees 1978 Electronic Music Synthesizer

via this auction

"This is a 1978 Mattel Bee Gees' Electronic Music Synthesizer #1072; great condition/ never used, still in box, includes music booklet & playing instructions, battery operated. I'm down sizing my Bee Gees collection of over 35 years, so look for more listing of other Bee Gees items to come, a little bit of almost everything."

One Board Farm - DIY Home Made Synth

"VCO
* FineTune (1 1/2 octave.)
* Feet Switch 5 octave (2",4",8",16",32")
* Modulation depth
* PW / PWM depth
* saw/sqr-puls switch, Pitch CV in, Modulation source in, PWM source in, audio out

VCF
* Frequency
* Resonunce
* Modulation depth I/II
* Pitch CV in, Modulation source I/II in, audio in, audio out

VCA
* CV in, audio in, audio out

EG
* Attack Time
* Decay Time
* Susteen Level
* Release Time
* Gate in, CV out

LFO /w Delay
* LFO rate
* Decay Time
* Wave form switch (Triangle / SQR)
* Release Time
* Gate in, CV outI/II

OutputAtt
* audio in, audio out"

Schematics, parts list and more info on One Board Farm.

DIY Atari Controller Noise Synth

YouTube via drmoonstien | September 14, 2010

via this auction

"This is a nice hand built noise machine with an Atari controller that can be patched to different controls and a light censor that can be patched to different controls the light theremin controller reacts to light you do not need to use the light theremin but it is fun and makes for cool noises the Atari controller has a on of trigger for momentary noise and a toggle for sustained noise and a big knob that can be patched to different spots on the rca patch bay x 4. there are 8 sound knobs that interact with one another on the box itself each one has a on of toggle. runs on 9v battery that goes in the back easily assessable with Velcro cover. has rca patch bay and 1/4 inch out put."

1stContact: ~SerpentEclipse)

1stContact: ~SerpentEclipse) from raja on Vimeo.

"finally close to finished. after working on this app, i really just want to make music for awhile.
a bunch of samplers which are controlled/triggered like phases of a moon. The vertical 'serpents' create stutter effects. The horizontal 'serpents' control the sequencer(the serpent traverses the orbit into which the moons must enter). In addition, there is a cellular automata matrix sequencer which controls effects' preset-triggering. Effects include a sidechained comp, peaklimiter, filters(lopass,hipass,bandpass,notch), my FFT secretsauce, tempo-synced variable-shape amplitude cutting, and variable ping-pong delays(plus one main output mastering VST plugin option). Fed into the FFT secretsauce(a convolution effect i call RedShift) are a choice of 2 synths to convolve with output from the samplers: one is 'atebyte' which is an 8-bit emulating synth created by Jack A. Perkins and Vlad Spears(modded by me), another is 'noisul8or', a noise-based subtractive synth created by Chris Core(also modded by me).
All this makes for one monstrous spaceship console which I can currently only fly at the recruit level but soon, we will journey through the event-horizon as though the singularity was 1st nature.
Nanu Nano, Shazbat."

Standing by infinity (Plogue Bidule + 2 EHX MicroSynths + Audacity)

YouTube via GruithuisenCityMan | September 14, 2010

"Hello ! My name is Frederic Gerchambeau. I have made this movie. The music has been made with Plogue Bidule, two Electro-Harmonix and Audacity. Enjoy !
http://www.myspace.com/fredericgercha..."

This Second Sleep - Chimera Schism

YouTube via arthurpainter | September 14, 2010

"http://thissecondsleep.blogspot.com/
An improv utilizing my my Chimera bC16 Patchable Synth and my Sequential Circuits Pro One."

Alessandro Cortini's SONOIO Released - Buchla Goodness

Alessandro Cortini's SONOIO is now available on sonoio.org. If you haven't previously checked out the four promo tracks on site, do it now. What you will be listening to was all written on the Buchla 200 and 200e. All tracks primarily feature the Buchla with Jomox Xbase 09 for some of the drums. The full release features nine tracks. The following are the tracks and the synths used for each. Note tracks 1, 3, and 6 are 100% Buchla 200, and track 9 is 100% 200e.


1 Just me - 200
2 Suck up everything - 200, Ultrabeat, 200e
3 Not worth remembering - 200
4 Silence - 200, 200e
5 Heartbeat - 200, Jomox, Bass (electric), Reaktor Weedwacker ensemble
6 Hold on - let go - 200
7 Memory loss - Sepakerphone, NI Massive, Buchla 200e
8 Houdini - 200e , NI Massive
9 Happy - 200e

This is a great album on first listen and only gets better over time. The fact that it's primarily all Buchla only makes it better, as not only can you appreciate the tracks from a musical perspective, but you can really focus in on some of what the Buchla is capable of. This is essentially all Buchla in a modern rock recording. Buchla Rock and Roll (you might remember that one from Alessandro's NIN days. It's also worth noting Alessandro Cortini recently perfomed with Don Buchla at the San Fransisco Electronic Music Festival (SFEMF). SONOIO has been added to the Synth CDs post.

Available on http://www.sonoio.org/ you will also find the SuONOIO, available with a digital download of the album for $159.99. Note the extra "u". The SuONOIO is hardware. What does it mean and what exactly is it? From the site:

"SuONOIO (italian , suono io = i make sound)
# Alessandro Cortini and Scott Jaeger (The Harvestman) have collaborated to create a fully functional, highly featured and fun synthesizer called the SuONOIO. The SuONOIO utilizes sounds found on the SONOIO album and allows you to reshape them into new sounds, rhythms, textures and drones!
# The SuONOIO is highly portable thanks to its battery powered operation and built-in speaker. In addition to the immediate feedback of the built-in speaker, SuONOIO features a 1/4" output that makes it easy to be integrated with your favorite pedals, processors, amplifiers and more. Multiple SuONOIOs can be patched together if you decide to become a shut in or a professional concert SuONOIO-ist."

The following are a couple of teaser videos featuring an original Buchla 200.

sonoio1 from Alessandro Cortini on Vimeo.

sonoio2 from Alessandro Cortini on Vimeo.

A.... Buchla

A.... Buchla from matrix on Vimeo.

More info here. Video by Alessandro Cortini of SONOIO.

Soviet Synthesizer RMIF TI5 TI-5 Rare Vintage Synth

via this auction

"rare soviet synthesizer RMIF TI5 (Riga Musical Instrument Factory)"

Karma-Lab Newsletter - New Video Content

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House 101 Video Tutorial Series Update
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- The series is finally complete!
- Additional FREE chapter released!
- Another 9 new chapters released! (37 ~ 45)
===================================================================

Since we sent our last message, another 9 chapters have been
released, including the last and final chapter, bringing the House
101 Combi Creation Series up to 45 chapters (7 hours of material!)
Our latest chapters showed you how to set up a LH layered pad sound,
assign chords to the pads, set up the XY Mode, hook up the LH
controllers and Real-Time Sound Control sliders, record the combi
into the sequencer and export it as a stereo WAVE file - and more!
{http://www.karma-lab.com/house101}

You can now watch 5 free sample chapters from the link below as well
- we've made the final chapter available as a free sample.
{http://www.karma-lab.com/house101free}

Even if you're not interested in creating fully developed combis
from scratch, you'll learn all about:

- Finding your way around the M3 Editor
- Saving and loading M3 Editor files; transmitting and receiving
data
- Selecting a different GE for a KARMA module to replace an
existing GE
- Changing Programs on Timbres
- Changing Key Zones, setting up splits
- Using Timbre parameters, such as EQ, Transpose, Portamento
- Using Tone Adjust to modify the sound of individual programs
in a combi
- Assigning Effects, chaining them and routing them
- Assigning KARMA Parameters to the Master Layer
- Understanding esoteric KARMA features such as Melodic Repeat
and Auto-Bending
- Modifying Scenes more to your personal taste
- Copying Scenes from one to another
- Putting the 8 Scenes into a completely different order
- Assigning chords to the pads and keeping the parts from transposing
up or down too far
- Setting up the Drum Track in a combi, and having it play in only
certain KARMA scenes
- Setting up the X-Y Mode to mix the KARMA Modules in and out with
your fingers
- Configuring the LH controllers such as joystick, ribbon, SW1 and
SW2
- Configuring the eight Real-Time Sound Control Sliders to modify
sounds and effects
- Having only certain timbres respond to various controllers
- The easiest way to record a song with your completed combi and
turn it into a WAVE file - and a lot more!
...and a lot more!

Many of you have requested something like this for the longest time
- visit the PCA Page for complete details on how to join and take
your enjoyment of your M3 to a new level, with an afforable online
subscription.
{http://www.karma-lab.com/pca}

We also plan to start looking into releasing the entire series on a
set of DVDs; stay subscribed to this list to be notified. Thanks for
your interest and continued support! - Stephen Kay, KARMA Developer"

Alesis Ion by Night

via kwerk

and some unboxing photos

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Monstrotron

via Synth Hero With Moustache And Sunglasses:

"Hello! Monstrotron is a band/project that centers around various uses of Korg Monotron synthesizer. Maybe it would be of some interest to readers of your blog. Band's page also features some pixel graphics, crude Monotron patch sheet and notes on use. Here it is: http://www.myspace.com/monstrotron
Yours truly,
Synth Hero With Moustache And Sunglasses."

monotrons on Ebay

Buffeater - Realtime Granular Multi-Effect for NI’s Reaktor 5 Now Available

You might remember Buffeater from these videos.

"Dateline Sep. 14th, 2010. TWISTED TOOLS have released a brand new mutli-effects unit for Native Instruments’ Reaktor 5, complete with a 346mb sample library by notable producers such as Richard Devine, D’arcangelo, Mike Huckaby and more.

Buffeater is a real-time, dynamically ordered, granular multi-effect for all versions of Reaktor 5. The effect works by capturing live audio and storing it in a temporary buffer, which allows for real-time processing of the incoming audio using granular synthesis and other methods. In plain terms, Buffeater allows you take live audio and tweak elements of the sound such as time and pitch, while controlling he signal flow of the effects by the order in which you play. With Buffeater, you can easily achieve stutters, glitch, beat repeat/juggling and/or chopped and screwed effects.

The six effects in included are:

Stretch : A granular time and pitch stretching effect. You can use this effect to slow down (stretch) your audio and even freeze it, while still maintaing control over the audio’s pitch.

Tape : A varispeed type effect that allows you to slow down/speed up effect while also altering its pitch. This is similar to the effect you get when speeding up or slowing down a tape.

Slice Repeat: Allows you to repeat fragments of incoming audio and even re-order them on the fly. You can also adjust the speed and direction of the playback of the slices.

Deconstruct: Takes slices of incoming audio and randomly rearranges them in time and can also reverse them. This effect is similar to Slice Repeat, except that it is more random and also features a ‘slide’ setting that causes audio to glide between slices.

Scratch: Classic turntable style scratch effects, similar to what a DJ does with vinyl or cdjs. This allows you to play with time rhythmically with results that sound like ‘scratching’.

Feed Grains: Feed Grains is a granular feedback effect, that is great for creating spatial effects similar to reverb and also to create similar effects to ring modulation. This is a unique effect that really has no comparison that we know of. Try it and experiment.

Buffeater Features:
* 6 realtime granular and buffer effects
* Playable via MIDI
* Advanced internal automation system
* Independent automation speed and length per knob
* Effect signal flow is dynamically re-ordered as you play
* 288 FX Presets and 60 Snapshots (Combos)
* Kore and Maschine Templates
* Time-stretching sample playback system
* 346mb Sample Library
* Sounds by: c2, Richard Devine, EVAC, Glitchmachines, Josh Hinden, Mike Huckaby, Haptic, Komposit, Rena Jones and Tembu (Bay Dawgz)
* Video Tutorial
* Documentation

Price: $49.00

Availability: September 14th, 2010"

RITM-2

YouTube via Syncoustica | September 13, 2010

"Soviet Micromoog
compact power monosynth"

Waldorf Blofeld Demos

YouTube via adimsimion | September 14, 2010

Playlist:
Waldorf Blofeld - ARP (1) by Alba Ecstasy
Waldorf Blofeld - ATMO (2) by Alba Ecstasy
Waldorf Blofeld FX (3) by Alba Ecstasy
Waldorf Blofeld - KEYS+LEAD (4) by Alba Ecstasy
Waldorf Blofeld - MONO+PAD (5) by Alba Ecstasy

"Bells" - on Yamaha and Elka organs

YouTube via organfairy | September 14, 2010

"I use the "chimes" voice on the Yamaha organ and the "churchbell" preset on the Roland synthesizer to play the theme in this Jean Michel Jarre melody. The rest is played on the Elka X-30 while the rhythm comes from a Roland TR-626.
As you can see I also used a piece of water pipe to complete the arrangement."

Buchla complex waveform generator module 261e

via this auction

WALDORF MICRO Q KEYBOARD

via this auction

Update via Computer Controlled in the comments: "Notice the jacked up and very WRONG power plug input. I asked the seller about this, he never responded." Remember to always check the details if you plan on bidding.

Vintage Wurlitzer Swingin' Rhythm Analog Drum Machine

via this auction

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VINTAGE CRUMAR NERVE CENTRE 50 RHYTHM MACHINE

via this auction

"vintage Crumar Nerve Centre 50 rhythm machine. This machine was the “cat’s meow” in its day. It has 16 different rhythms plus a few extras like auto chord with piano, guitar, and organ. It also has a bass feature, alternating or walking.

I never used this machine to its full potential. It has a 35 pin connector that was made to hook up with a special system. When I bought my Duo-Vox accordion, from a retiring musician, it came with it. Beside the 35 pin connector it has an output for a regular guitar jack which was how I used it. I tested the machine before this writing and the rhythms work fine but not having the proper hookup for the 35 pin connector I could not test the other features.

This also has a foot switch with three switches. The first starts the rhythm, the middle one is marked M/m, not sure what that one does, and the last is fill in. The insulation on the cable for the 35 pin connector has dry rotted and is falling off, but the wires underneath seem fine. Also the cable for the foot switch has a grommet type thing that has pulled out of the peddle body but is still there. The unit comes with a special detachable power cord."

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E-MU SP-1200 BLACK REISSUE

via this auction

"classic E-Mu SP-1200 sampler. this one is in fantastic condition. the LCD is bright, there is hardly a scratch on the unit. everything functions perfectly. it has NOT been beat to hell, like so many of them have.

ships with owner manual, powercord and 2 boxes of blank floppy discs."

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New KORG microKEY

"KORG microKEY
USB POWERED KEYBOARD
The perfect choice for controlling your computer music software – in production or in performance
The microKEY is slim, lightweight, USB powered and compatible with all of your computer music software; use it to create your own compact and customized command center.

Product Highlights
* USB MIDI keyboard – thin, lightweight, and USB-powered
* 37 velocity-sensitive mini keys
* Comfortable and easy-to-play Natural Touch keyboard
* Octave Shift and Key Transpose features access the full MIDI note range
* Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels add expression to your performance
* Dual USB ports are ideal for adding Korg's nanoPAD or nanoKONTROL
(or other USB devices) to your setup

Natural Touch mini keyboard
The microKEY features 37 velocity-sensing mini keys, using the same Natural Touch keybed found on the Korg microKORG XL and microSTATION. This keybed has been designed with careful attention to the touch and feel. The proportions of the black keys and white "waterfall" keys have been adjusted for optimal playability, and the key touch makes it easy to play chords, glissandos, and rapid-fire phrases. The microKEY accurately conveys the dynamics of your performance to any software plug in.

Extended Range and Expression
The Octave Shift buttons extend the range of the microKEY by four octaves in either direction – up or down. The Key Transpose allows you to play in any key instantly. Used together, these two features provide access to the entire MIDI note range. For adding tasty expression to your performance, the microKEY is also equipped with both a Pitch Bend wheel and a Modulation wheel.

USB versatility
Your new microKEY serves double-duty as a USB hub. The two USB ports (Type A) allow you to expand your custom control center by adding on a Korg nanoPAD or nanoKONTROL – or any other USB device!

Free Editing Software
Download the free "KORG KONTROL Editor" and customize the microKEY for your production or performance system. Using the editor software, you can set the keyboard to respond to one of eight distinct velocity curves, or set a fixed velocity value. In addition, the range of the modulation wheel can be customized by setting minimum and maximum control change values.
*KORG KONTROL Editor can be downloaded from the Support section of the Korg website."
http://www.korg.com/microKEY

New Alesis Q25 Compact MIDI Controller

"COMING SOON FROM ALESIS!

Complete, Compact Control.
Looking for a compact, no-hassle MIDI controller for all your music software and hardware needs? Tired of keyboard controllers jammed with knobs and sliders you'll never use? Are you ready to just plug and play? If yes, the Q series of MIDI keyboard controllers is for you.

The Q25 is a 25-note, velocity-sensitive, MIDI keyboard controller with USB and traditional MIDI ports that enable you to connect to almost all MIDI equipment including software and sound modules. Thanks to Pitch and Modulation wheels, backlit Octave Up and Down buttons, and a Volume/Data Entry slider, you can add expression, range, and dynamics to your performances quickly and effortlessly.

Simply connect the Q25 to your computer with the included USB cable and you're immediately ready to begin making music. A single USB cable supplies power and data connection, and you won't even need to install drivers to make the Q25 work. The Q25 is class-compliant, which allows you to skip the programming and start playing instantly.

The Q25 comes with a copy of Ableton Live Lite, Alesis Edition software, for performing, recording, and sequencing music right out of the box. The Q25 is also the perfect choice for controlling hardware MIDI devices. Its compact size and portability make it ideal for fitting into existing rigs and then hitting the road. Place it a tier above an existing workstation keyboard and utilize Q25's streamlined layout to maximize your sound and performance options. You can even send Program Changes from the Q25's keys to change programs, patches, and more.

The Q25 pairs compact, essential control with complete MIDI keyboard performance for playing and recording with virtually any MIDI software or hardware.

Ableton is a trademark of Ableton AG."
http://www.alesis.com/q25

Dubstep with the modular

Dubstep with the modular from Brandon Daniel on Vimeo.

"Dubstep track I'm working on, getting the big modular synth involved. The bass tone is actually Nord Modular G2, but being processed through the modular, drums are 808 + some other stuff... hopefully will finish the track in the next couple weeks."

iSequence for iPad Tutorials & Demos

YouTube via beepstreetapps | May 14, 2010


iPads on Ebay
iPod Touch on Ebay

Playlist:
iSequence for iPad tutorial : Quickstart
iSequence tutorial : note velocity and instrument volume
iSequence tutorial : selections in pattern
iSequence for iPad - importing samples
iSequence tutorial : sequence editor
iSequence tutorial : mixer section
iSequence for iPad - drunken master test
iSequence for iPad - single pattern beep-fu
iSequence for iPad

GyroSynth for iPhone 4

YouTube via beepstreetapps | September 13, 2010

"Playing with GyroSynth for iPhone 4. This video shows only one of available modes; formant osc. Thanks to phenomenal accuracy (2000 degrees) of iPhone4 built-in gyroscope you can play melodies perfectly in tune."

iPads on Ebay
iPod Touch on Ebay

Compact Eurorack MFOS Modular - Nitzer Ebb & Roland 100m Comparison

via nyd on electro-music.com
"These MFOS modules are squeezed in the 6U Eurorack.
10-step seq
2 x active splitters
2 x active CV mixers
S/H
Phaser
Noise cornucopia
12 db multimode VCF
24 db LP VCF
2 x dual VCA
4Ch Stereo mixer
Auto panner
16-step sequencer
Dual AR
VC LFO
2x ADSR Envelopes
2 x VCO
Sonic multiplyer

More pictures, and a sound example, can be found at my project page.
http://nydell.se/projects/modulator
I'll post more sound clips in the future."

DIY Modular playing Nitzer Ebb

YouTube via hnydell | July 18, 2010

"My DIY MFOS modular - the Modulator - playing Isn't it funny how your body works by Nitzer Ebb. The 16-step sequencer's gate outputs trigs two ADSRs for bass drum. Clock out is sent to slave 10-step sequencer and to two ARs controlling filter cutoff and VCA. 16 step seq CV out gets patched to both VCOs. The stereo auto panner is used during the last few seconds."

Roland System 100m vs MFOS - DIY modular VCF shootout

hnydell | June 15, 2010

"Comparison between Roland System 100m 121 VCF module and the Music From Outer Space 4-pole VCF.
Setup: MFOS 16 step sequencer driving two MFOS VCOs. Each VCF is fed a sawtooth and a pulse wave from the VCOs, slightly detuned. An MFOS AR envelope controls the VCA (Sys 100m 130), an MFOS ADSR controls the two filters. The sequencer is in 2x8 mode, where the second half later is patched in to the VCF control.
Since the 100m uses 15 volts, the MFOS adsr (12V) cannot really sweep through the full VCF frequency span on the 121. This is not very apparent though."

How to use Slice to Midi in Ableton using an acapella

How to use Slice to Midi in Ableton using an acapella from danny bonnici on Vimeo.

"How to use Slice to Midi in Ableton using an acapella"

SYNTH PLAYER, WHAT WAS YOUR NAME? Computer Noise - This Isnt Music... Is It? Life in a Day - 7553-4

YouTube via VJFranzK | July 30, 2010

"Computer Noise - This Isnt Music... Is It? Life in a Day Entry 7553-4"

Silent Way + Dark Energy

YouTube via rpocc | September 14, 2010

"[en] Sorry, but this video have spoken commentary only in Russian. I'm too weak to translate large amounts of text, but most information is available on Expert Sleepers website. This video shows some abiliites of Expert Sleepers SIlent way on general AC-coupled soundcard with custom DIY adapter for AC-coupled sound cards.

[ru] На видео показана работа с компьютера с аналоговым модулем Doepfer Dark Energy через аудио-канал посредством комплекта VSTi-плагинов Silent Way. MIDI не используется!"

TAL-NoiseMaker - Free VST synth - vstplanet.com

YouTube via vstplanet | September 14, 2010

"TAL-NoiseMaker- Free VST synth http://www.vstplanet.com/Instruments/...
Developer: kunz.corrupt.ch/?Home"

KORG M500 Micro-Preset

via this auction

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PCNA

PCNA & LAMETTE "casper" [casio sk1, furby & other bent toys] from PCNA on Vimeo.

"casper è la storia di una bambola che a causa di un difetto di fabbrica non viene venduta, finchè arriva il circuit bender "casperelectronics" la compra e la modifica donandole nuova vita.


music: pcna & lamette
video editing: pcna
→ pcna.it/
Casper

sono stata progettata,
prodotta e replicata
in scatola mi han chiuso,
ma avevo qualcosa fuori uso

mi mettevo in posa per essere notata,
ma nessuno mai mi ha acquistata,
non ci credevo più ma sei arrivato tu
e al buio di questo scaffale non vivrò mai piu

con un body contact
mi hai salvata
mi sfiori con le dita
mi sono innamorata

special tnx for the original videos to tvdays.com
this song is dedicated to Casper Electronics
→ casperelectronics.com/​"

PCNA - fantastico from PCNA on Vimeo.

"gameboy + barbie crea la moda"

PCNA basic tutorial audio output / saldatura a stagno DIY per principianti from PCNA on Vimeo.

"come montare un'uscita audio a un giocattolo dall'altoparlante."

Also see this post and this post.

Bob Moog & Wendy Carlos talking about "Switched On Bach"

Bob Moog & Wendy Carlos talking about "Switched On Bach" from ♥ pcna - low tech high life on Vimeo.

http://wendycarlos.com/. via Michelle Moog-Koussa of The Bob Moog Foundation
Anyone know what this is from?

ArcAttack Electrifies Texas Rockfest pt. 1

YouTube via OpenLabsInc | April 08, 2009
Tesla Popcorn
"Austin's own ArcAttack plays Texas Rockfest during SXSW. ArcAttack uses a MiKo to power two self-built Tesla coils, that produce "singing lightning bolts" which require no speakers. ArcAttack controls the coils through MIDI, as well as a full drum set controlled by robotic mechanisms. ArcAttack are taking their MiKo on a European tour this summer, 2009. For more information on ArcAttack, visit their website at www.arcattack.com."

ArcAttack Electrifies Texas Rockfest pt. 2

Tesla Dr. Who

ArcAttack Electrifies Texas Rockfest pt. 3


ArcAttack Electrifies Texas Rockfest pt. 4

Sequential Circuits Prophet 600

via this auction

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Oberhem SEM Custom Patchable

via this auction

"Oberheim SEM with a custom patchbay. It has more than the standard SEM, including 24 sub oscillators, osc mixer, etc. amazing sound and function. perfect to add to you 5U 1/4"modular synth, or start a system with this. These vintage patchable SEMs are rare and wonderful sounding."

Sketch II

YouTube via boobtube356 | September 13, 2010

Filter Research 2 - Key Split FX Documentation

Filter Research 2 - Key Split FX Documentation from Jeremy Janzen on Vimeo.

Filter Research 2 for Propellerhead Reason demo tutorial.

1981 and 1982 Sequential Circuits Prophet-5 and Poly-Sequencer Ads

via Retro Synth Ads where you'll find the 1982 ad and write-up.

Kraftwerk's QUASIMIDI POLYMORPH PROTO Up for Auction?

via this auction

"I am selling one - ultra-rare - Quasimidi Polymorph - PROROTYPE -Analog Emulation Synth. This Prototype was released before its official launch 1997 towards Betatesters and Projects. In this particular case we see the one that has been given to a very famous german electro-group. I received this one a couple years ago as a gift from one the members i worked for. I want to switch my gear-acquisitivenes to a new hobby and so for decided to sell this one into thankful hands.

Technically and musically we have a 4in1-Synth with inbuilt- Stepsequencer and rich possibilities for structuring Patterns. I like the fact, that it can -Stand-Alone- be very complex and twisted. Just like an Electribe, but not as flat as i think those Electribes sound. The Control is intuitive and fast. The Mixsection down right invites to realtime arranging. With this Gear you can just start and find yourself in senseful patterns. The Sound generators are dirty - cool - as well as "liquid" - even cooler - i personally hear a lo-fi version of the novation supernova synth - like Sounds in Aphex Twin´s "Windowlicker" or Kraftwerk´s "Expo2000".

What leads to one special feature for supposed fans of one particular famous german Electroband: I sell the Gear as i received it from the first OWner: The gear contained no preset patterns when it was delivered to the original owners. there ARE like 35 patterns saved. I saved none of those myself. Actually i stored this dustfree and dry in my gear collection. I just tested it before i took the shots. The Display shines healthy ( see pictures ) . There are no Expansions or single Outs installed - PROTOTYPE."

Sold For: EUR 625.00
Approximately US $795.38

via Hajo.

Also see Joy Division's ARP OMNI

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sunday jam 01

YouTube via o0ooBENoo0o | September 13, 2010

"First jam creating with my monome that i had couples weeks ago with reaktor instances...as i'm not a musician and still in the learning process i know it's far to be perfect and maybe a bit "linear" but here it is anyway :)!
Thank's to the monome community, brian, kelli and stretta for those awesome patches!"

Live Looping for the APC40

Live Looping for the APC40 from Will Marshall on Vimeo.

"Just a quick demo for the ALDJ guys - I will do a proper one later."

Moog's Musical Eatery by Shirleigh Moog

via this auction

"MOOG'S MUSICAL EATERY

SHIRLEIGH MOOG

WIFE OF ROBERT MOOG

INVENTOR OF THE SYNTHESIZER

A COOKBOOK FOR CAREFREE ENTERTAINING

COVER, TOM PARKER

ILLUSTRATIONS, KATE LANXNER

209 Page Pictorial Softcover Book. Copyright 1978, Shirleigh Moog. Condition: Good+, considering age. Some smudges on cover, inscription inside front cover, otherwise clean.

"Shirleigh Moog is a very capable person who happens to be married to Robert Moog, inventor of the Synthesizer. She is an extraordinary hostess, entertaining 4 to 100 with equal ease. All of her know-how is in this book. Some tributes to her:

"Shirleigh makes music on the kitchen stove." Robert Moog

"Shirleigh generates an enveloping aura of charm and sensibility among her guests, her sequential control of the evening pulsing a smooth wave form of food, friends, and conversation." Keith Emerson of Emerson, Lake & Palmer

Other tributes from John Cage and W. Carlos.

A Delightful Book. The Moog's entertained over the years a group of artists, composers, and other notables.

A GEM!"