Echo of Humanity from John Wegner and Kaiboard

Published on Jan 13, 2017 Kaiboard

"A time-asynchronous jam session between John Wegner (Australia) and Kaiboard (Germany). It all started when I saw a video of a drone flying over the destroyed city of Aleppo and discussed this with John. We both felt this loneliness and desperation of the people there. Two years ago we did the ‘Throw Me Away‘ project ( http://www.fandalism.com/kaiboard/dqSg ) which addressed a similar topic, so we had a common understanding. Then the idea of a virtual jam session came up with music that expresses the loneliness, the sadness but also with a glimpse of hope and humanity. We started with creating some live played stuff on the keys (mainly using analog synthesizers and sequencers) and John added beautiful guitar, also playing live. So, it was like a live session but not played at the same time. Both of us were alone but we made some music together overcoming thousands of kilometers, different languages and cultures, expressing a common view on the world. And it felt good!

The video from Aleppo is available on multiple sources. We’re aware that often footage like this is published with a political intention. We follow none of these intentions, our intention is just to rise awareness of the insane things happening these times in many placed of the earth. We took the version from Euronews, you find it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkb3y... . We’re using it for a strictly non-commercial purpose."

Shocking drone footage shows Aleppo destruction

Published on Sep 28, 2016 euronews (in English)

"Drone footage filmed in rebel-held eastern Aleppo shows the extent of damage resulting from heavy bombardments on the city since the breakdown of a ceasefire in Syria last week."

We are living in some shitty time. Humans seeking power at the expense of lives.

Let's Play with Troublemaker

Published on Jan 13, 2017 Tim Webb

"Troublemaker is an excellent new TB-303 clone with an impressive amount of features and an exquisite sound! This is the latest app from Bram Bos, developer of Phasemaker and Ruismaker! If you enjoyed this please consider supporting this series by sponsoring them on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/discchord If you'd prefer to help on a monthly basis, instead of per video, there is a new monthly Patreon campaign: https://www.patreon.com/discchord_com

Be sure to visit http://discchord.com for the latest music app news!"

iTunes: Troublemaker - Bram Bos

Roland JX3p 16 synthartist69 80's patches!

Published on Jan 13, 2017 synthartist69

"I love the phat sound of the JX3p!"

Roland JX3p More Custom 80's patches 2!!!!

Published on Jan 13, 2017

"More analog bliss coming from the Roland JX3p."

Some Like It Minimal, Tiptop ONE

Some Like It Minimal, Tiptop ONE from Station 252 on Vimeo.

"Beta testing Tiptop Audio new module called ONE."

World 1st Radioactive Synth Module?

Geiger counter synth module with uranium ore

Published on Jan 13, 2017 thenervoussquirrel

Update: see the comments below for the answer.

You'll be twisting those knobs with stubs for fingers in no time!

"Produces random voltages by comparing the time between clicks. Initially counts three clicks, then takes the time between 1 and 3 as the overall range mapped to 5V, and click 2 as the voltage level. It then waits for the next click to replace click 3, and re-assigns the previous 2 and 3 to the new 1 and 2, if that makes sense.

The 5V is converted into a control voltage signal, with adjustable range and offset, adapted from Ken Stone's joystick schematic. Glide has also been borrowed from a CGS module. Also produces a trigger output every time the geiger counter is activated."

Thonk - The Hole With a Soul

Thought this was pretty good.

via @thonk_synth

"We've been neglecting our marketing a bit, upping our game."

http://www.thonk.co.uk

Bastl Rumburack 2.0 modular system w/BONUS Kastle FM

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"Rumburak block includes these modules: • Tea Kick • Noise Square • 2x Skis • 2x Cinnamon • grandPa • Knit Rider + Expander • Popcorn • Tromsø • Quattro Figaro • ABC • Ciao ! • Multiple • Eurorack compatible Rumburak case with carry strap"

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Roland SH-101 Vintage Monophonic Analog Synth w/ Original SN 596583

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"The unit appears to be working fine, all the keys and knobs and buttons responding fine including Sequencer and Arpeggio functions. No noticeable scratch noise on the sliders and knobs.

Cosmetically, the unit is in very nice condition as you can see. There are only some minimum signs of wear and usage, obviously have been looked after very well. One of the two clutches on the battery compartment lid appears to be missing as pictured, but the lid still stays on firmly. The battery compartment is clean, worked fine with batteries as well as with my spare power supply..."

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Arturia Origin Keyboard Synthesizer

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EDP WASP * PRO Serviced *

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Hammond Novachord with Sweetwater's Daniel Fisher

Published on Jan 10, 2017 SweetwaterSound

"Daniel Fisher, Sweetwater’s full-time synth fanatic, gives an in-depth tour of the Hammond Novachord, which is widely regarded as the father of the modern polyphonic synthesizer. It debuted at the 1939 World’ Fair and featured 72-note polyphony, oscillators, filters, envelopes, and frequency modulation, which were used to craft its organic and otherworldly sounds.

After a close look at all of the Novachord’s parameters and internal components, Daniel gives an impromptu performance while sweeping through all of the parameters’ values. Then, as an example of what it would sound like in modern times, Fisher plays the Novachord through an Eventide H9 Multi-Effects Processor.

Only five fully restored Novachords are known to exist today.

Joseph Fill and his son, Justin, poured more than 2,000 hours of work restoring this 1941 Hammond Novachord. They replaced countless components, rewired all the connections, and then cleaned and polished the internal and external surfaces by hand.

Please feel free to contact Joe Fill if you wish to inquire about purchasing this beautifully restored piece of musical instrument history: hangarjoe@sbcglobal.net"

See the Novachord label below for more.

New MacBeth Exacta Hardware Synthesizer with TouchPlate Keys

Three pics of Ken MacBeth's Exacta Synthesizer in the works. You can see by the panel print this is clearly a prototype. No additional details at this point, but you can see the features via the control panel yourself.

Two oscillators, a control oscillator replacing the LFO on other synths, VCF, two envelopes, left AND right delay, mixer, PWM, pitch bend, and glide. Regarding the control oscillator vs. LFO, LFO stands for Low Frequency Osicallator, so I'm guessing this one goes into audio range.

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Erica Synths - Black Stereo Mixer & PFL

Published on Jan 13, 2017 DivKidVideo

"Here's the 4 channel stereo mixer and new PFL headphone expander from Erica Synths. There's 3 stereo channels, 2 of which can have an extra 6dB of gain or be merged to mono, one straight stereo channel and one mono input with pan CV. The PFL expander gives you all 4 channels on switches with a headphone output and volume control for the headphone output."

Behringer DeepMind 12 - 10 Custom Patches (no talking)

Published on Jan 13, 2017 GEOSynths

"Just 10 Patches that I have made from scratch, mainly evolving sounds and all with FX (because I love FX). Been getting to know the DeepMind 12 a great deal more, testing out the modulation capabilities and FX routing. This is a great Synth and proving itself to be a Pad Monster...Just another 100 patches to make..."

Subway

Published on Jan 13, 2017 Old Beats

Moog Voyager - Bass + Zoom Ms 60B
Moog Little Phatty - Lead
Moog Mother 32 - Noisescape
DSI Evolver - Tabla
DSI Prophet 08 - Chords
Roland Alpha Juno 2 - Chords
Novation Bass Station 2 - Glide
Yamaha TX81Z - Rhythmic guitar
Akai VX 90 - Muted guitar
Roland P 330 - Vibraphone
Drums: Alesis SR 16 - Jomox AirBase 99 - D-Station
TC Electronic M350 - TC Electronic HOF - TC Electronic Flashback - Lexicon MX 300 - Alesis Ampliton - Boss CS3 - CE 20
Audio directly from Allen & Heath Zed 428 mixer
Sequenced and Synced with Ableton Live
AKAI MPK Mini controlling the midi patterns on Live

Boonar Demo

Published on Jan 13, 2017 GNeuman

"Demo'ing the totally excellentBoonar Echo through a Creamware Prodyssey ASB synth. Synth riff and sound efx inspired by the film 'Scanners'"

Man, I remember when Scanners creeped me out as a kid, yet I had to watch it.

Electro/FL Breaks Style : Monomachine, Circuit, Bass Station 2

Published on Jan 13, 2017 Matt Greer

"Live Electro FL Breaks style EDM using Elektron Monomachine, Novation Circuit and Novation Bass Station 2

Hello,

So, as I mentioned in the description of my last video, I've got some gigs soon. The first is Feb. 11th and I'm writing a new set for the occasion. This is meant to be the second song.

I haven't quite dialed in the arrangement on this piece yet. I feel it looses a little steam in the middle. I think I need to vary the arp line on the BS2 a little more and... ANYWAYS, I went ahead and recorded it for reference because now I'm to writing the next and I'll iron out the wrinkles during the practice phase ahead of the gig. These videos are really for me to use so I can remember how to perform each tune but I believe in sharing so here it is for the world as well.

Thanks for watching. Track 3 should be coming pretty soon, maybe a week or so. Stay tuned."

Solenoid percussion controlled by modular synth

Published on Jan 13, 2017 thenervoussquirrel

"This was a nice commission from Michael Donnelly in Australia. The solenoids are completely isolated from the synth system - it takes low current triggers and then uses a separate power supply to activate the mallets.

Let me know if you want any - they are GBP £250 each, minimum order 3, cheaper if you want more.

www.nervoussquirrel.com"

MUTABLE INSTRUMENTS ELEMENTS, RINGS AND MOOG MOTHER 32

Published on Jan 13, 2017 Drink The Corpse Vomit

"DRINK THE CORPSE VOMIT PRESENTS BE THE VOID.

Getting everything resonating. Chords from Elements, Mother 32 bass, Rings on string/lead. All feeding back on itself like a dog eating it's own vomit."

Roland TR09, Moog Mother 32 & MXR Distortion+

Published on Jan 13, 2017 3rdStoreyChemist

"Jamming with the TR09 drum machine and a Mother 32 synthesiser synced together (TR09 MIDI Out to M32 MIDI In). The Mother 32 is run through a Distortion+.

A small amount of reverb has been used, no further processing except for normalisation."

MIDIBOX Sequencer V4 - Part 6 - Delay layer

Published on Jan 13, 2017 Andrew Scheidler

"More demo/tutorial on the MIDIBox Sequencer I built.
Unscripted and improvised as usual! :-)
A trick you can do with the Delay layer in a note track.
Huge thanks to Thorsten Klose for designing the greatest sequencer ever :-)"

All parts here.

Synthchaser #040 - ARP Pro/DGX Synthesizer Restoration & Repair

Published on Jan 13, 2017 Synth Chaser

"I show you what it takes to restore an ARP Pro/DGX (late model of the Pro Soloist). First time ever I've had to take sandpaper to the keys of a keyboard.

Be sure to watch Synthchaser #041 where I calibrate this and repair an issue with its primitive digital to analog converter."

Synthchaser #041 - ARP Pro Soloist & Pro/DGX Calibration & DAC Repair


"In this video I show you how to calibrate and tune an ARP Pro Soloist or Pro/DGX analog synthesizer keyboard. During the calibration I have difficulty getting the keyboard to tune, and find and repair a problem with the synthesizer's primitive Digital to Analog converter."

Darkly Continental She Said

"Secrets Afrique Bassline care of these modules: Oscillation, SE88 filter, Amp, CharcotCircles, Ste. 16, Lfo2. Bit of processing on the second half of the phrase.

Need big speakers to translate the bouncy sub freqs.

DP9 sequenced, one-take Logic clav performance—processed crunches and phases come from it too. Still own a D6 yo... but those clavinets from Logic are beyond marvelous.

Water sounds from 'The Dam' in Newhall."

Percussa to Introduce New Hardware Digital Modular at NAMM 2017

via Percussa:

"This year at NAMM, Percussa will introduce a new powerful hardware digital modular synthesis system, combining the advantages of new musical interfaces with proven synthesis techniques.

Visit our booth #4823 at the upcoming NAMM show (Jan 19th - 22nd) in Anaheim, CA, and get a personal demo from the founders, Bert and Celine.

More information will be made available via our newsletter prior to the show."

The info will be posted here on MATRIXSYNTH of course.

Regarding the image in this post, the bottom unit is the Percussa Remote. The top is unit is new. We saw a teaser drawing showing some of the inputs and outputs in this post. Above you can clearly see what appears to be a large screen and control knob on the right with a button beneath it.

Buchla McMillen Midi

Published on Jan 12, 2017 Todd Barton

"First exploration in using MIDI control of my Buchla Skylab"

Korg Monologue | Reverb Demo Video

Published on Jan 12, 2017 Reverb.com

"The Korg Monologue (http://bit.ly/2ifsSot), monophonic analogue synthesizer is Korg's newest reasonably priced, heavily featured mono synth. The Monologue has two vcos, a newly designed filter system, an LFO and a very advanced sequencer, among other features. In this video, Justin takes you through some of the best parts of the Monologue, providing examples of the many sounds you can get from Korg's latest synth. Read more at Reverb: http://bit.ly/2j5Hplc

Compare prices on the Korg Monologue at: http://bit.ly/2ifsSot"

Korg monologue Monophonic Analog Synthesizer

Published on Jan 12, 2017 Kraft Music

"Check out great deals on monologue at Kraft Music:
http://www.kraftmusic.com/brands/korg...

Korg monologue shares its sleek layout, knob-per-function workflow and OLED oscilloscope with the minilogue and inherits its fast and 1-shot LFOs from the monotribe. monologue features new voicing and sound-sculpting abilities, an updated step sequencer and an all new microtuning feature with custom scales and presets by Aphex Twin. Truly portable, monologue runs on six AA batteries or an optional power adapter."

Using CV (Control Voltage) with Ensoniq ASR-10 Sampler via Modular Synthesizer

Published on Jan 12, 2017 TheDaydreamSound

"Yep! It’s possible to modulate Ensoniq samplers with Control Voltage signals. For the longest time I saw that Pedal*CV input jack on the back of the Ensoniq Samplers and didn’t really care too much about it. Yeah it would be nice to have one of those CV pedals that was as far as my interest went. Now that CV products are widely available from the rise of Modular Synthesizers that little CV jack means a whole lot to me.

In this video I’m using an LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator) sinewave signal to modulate various destinations of there instruments on the ASR-10. In addition, I’m feeding the audio output of the ASR-10 into the modular synthesizer, combining it with a Pulse wave and modulating the both signals with a -24db ladder filter.

There are a few steps that must be completed before this your Ensoniq sampler will recognize your CV signal. It’s important to note that all Ensoniq samplers have this feature with the exception of the Mirage and the ASR-X/PRO.

Below are the steps to take:

1. Press the “EDIT” followed by the “System*MIDI” button to get into the system menu.
2. Scroll until you see the “PEDAL” page.
3. Here you will have two option one will be VOLUME the other will be MOD.
4. Set the option to “MOD”.

That’s it! This will allow the incoming CV signal to modulate any of the Ensoniq’s modulation destinations the same way you would with any of the internal modulation sources. If your looking for this modulation option source the CV input is called “PEDAL”.

Have fun!"

Buchla 208r - Easel Sound Engine Clone by Roman Filippov

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"Buchla 208r in excellent condition. Built by Roman. Works perfectly and sounds incredible. This is the sound making part of a buchla easel minus the keyboard. Just like any other synth module it can be played from triggers and voltage..this one is calibrated to standard 1v/ octave to play with 'normal' gear, but can easlily be set back to buchla standard. If you want buchla sounds but don't want to go all the way down the rabbit hole this is a great way to do it."

Word is this is closer to the original Buchla Music Easel, compared to the BEMI Easel, as it is a direct clone of the original.

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EURORACK SYNTH

Published on Jan 12, 2017 TubeSamsa

"Sequence clocked by Gatestorm"

MAKE NOISE n/0-COAST // ERBE-VERB // Session 2/2

Published on Jan 12, 2017 LESINDES

"First Session with the west coast dwarf -- self contained modular synth -- with some help though from ERBE-VERB and other A-100 modules: LFOs, cycled ADs...."

Live Sessions // 09

Published on Jan 12, 2017 Dualtrx

"Hi guys. I made a new video using the new added to my rack tELHARMONIC from Make Noise. And ofcourse other gizmos like Novation Circuit, Korg Volca.
likes & shares are much apreciated.
Cheers."

How to make a Berlin School track in a few minutes and with minimum gear

Published on Jan 12, 2017 Alba Ecstasy

"How To make a Berlin School track in a few minutes and with minimum gear. Sure, this is a simple track, but starting from here you can add layers of sounds.

I used:
- for sequence: Volca Keys in different modes. Volca Keys is sequenced by the Circuit in Cmin. For reverb I used Clouds.
- for pads: Volca Fm - and I played on it with the Beatstep Pro, because the keys are very small to play nice pads. For delay I used Roland Demora.
- for drums: Novation Circuit.
And this is it! I even not played the internal sounds of the Circuit, so if I'm adding a new (bass) sequence from it, the track can be improved a lot!
All the above gear are directly recorded into the Logic Pro X via my audio interface Echo Audiofire 12. No other FX were added."

Announcing Bitwig Studio 2

Published on Jan 12, 2017 bitwig

"Today Bitwig GmbH is proud to announce Bitwig Studio 2 - the new version of the highly acclaimed music creation software for Windows, macOS and Linux."

I almost skipped this announcement as Bitwig of course is a DAW, not a synth. However, it does include a few synth features and they added VST3 support. As you can see in the video above, the current release has a big focus on the modulation capabilities of Bitwig. Below is an excerpt from their site.

As for specific soft synths included in Bitwig, they list the following 11 Devices: Drum Machine, E-Clap, E-Cowbell, E-Hat, E-Kick, E-Snare, E-Tom, FM-4, Organ, Polysynth, Sampler.

"A WORD ON MODULARITY

From the beginning, the idea of modularity has been central to Bitwig Studio. While digital audio workstations (DAWs) aren’t known for taking a modular approach, creating Bitwig Studio from the ground up allowed us to rethink previous assumptions. This led us to focus not just on individual devices but on strengthening the ways they interact with and support one another. And this ideal has born interesting, user-friendly fruit.

BITWIG STUDIO 1

Nested Device Chains

The first outcome was nested device chains, which allow you to house devices within other devices. A seemingly simple benefit of this is that device presets can now contain multiple devices, but this also opened up novel signal routing possibilities. For example, what if any device or plug-in could be used in a multiband configuration? Or if it was easy to add effects to just the wet signal? Or if devices could be added to a feedback loop..?
A core principle of modularity is that different users with different wants and needs can use the same tools in equally accessible and unique ways. Nested device chains allow newcomers to focus on richer sounds while initiated users can use additional devices as a way of extending their sonic palette. Win, win.

Modulation Sources

Another powerful outcome of modular thinking in a DAW was modulation sources. First, we created an elegant, efficient way for modulation signals to be assigned — simply clicking an arrow to go into routing mode, and then using parameter knobs themselves as attenuators. With a clean interface, it became possible to create and manage an unlimited number of modulations, all operating at audio rate.

And from there, all nested devices can be modulated as well. So instead of putting an LFO on our synth’s cutoff filter and then spending a lot of time trying to rebuild a synced LFO-effect on the distortion amount, we just assign the synth’s LFO to both the cutoff and the distortion amount. Additionally, Bitwig Studio 1 had devices made just for modulating other devices (like a standalone LFO, or a routable audio sidechain effect). A lot of freedom was provided by these early modulator devices, but at the cost of having to nest any devices you might want connect to each other.

BITWIG STUDIO 2

Modulators

The idea of modulators has been reclaimed in Bitwig Studio 2. Instead of using a standalone “modulator” device to modulate a single device, each device now has slots that can house true modulators. This means any device (or plug-in) you are using can now have an envelope added to some of its parameters. Or a stepper, or audio sidechain effect. Or 12 LFOs. As modularity dictates, how you use the tools is completely up to you.
This also serves to make things more efficient for both CPU cycles and screen real estate. Instead of building an arbitrary number of control devices onto each instrument — say, two LFOs — the user can now add and subtract these options as they see fit. And again, presets from Bitwig Studio 1 and 2 will load properly, with modulators added as needed.
We don’t add a chorus to every instrument just in case the user wants it. Instead, we create a good chorus device that you can add when you want it. We are just applying this concept to modulations now, and we look forward to what you will do with this extra flexibility.

LOOKING AHEAD

Modularity will continue to play a key role in our upcoming releases, both for users and under-the-hood. Additional devices are always under development, including some which will bring modular concepts more directly to the user. And a little bit down the road, our internal development tool for programming Bitwig Devices will be available to anyone who wants to go down that road. (You’ve probably seen some older screenshots of that environment; new paint and programming languages are coming.) We look forward to inviting you in for these enhancements and much more…
Thank you for having read this far. If you don't own Bitwig Studio yet, then come join us on our journey. We’d love to welcome you as part of the Bitwig community.

Best wishes,
The Bitwig Team"

Red ROLAND SH-101

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ROLAND Vocoder VP-330 MK1 SN 951350

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Reaktor Blocks - Controlling & Expanding A Modular Synth Voice

Published on Jan 12, 2017 DivKidVideo

"Here's a similar patch to the Blocks ES-3 AJH jam video I put up earlier this week. Native Instruments Reaktor Blocks is controlling the entire voice with pitch information, modulation, rhythms and triggers etc. Everything. The focus is around the Pitch CV Out Block which gives out pitch and gate CV and offers calibration of your oscillator (and other things that oscillator but don't track) to give pitch perfect and reliable tracking."

Live take on a trance classic - no DAW, 100% hardware

Published on Jan 12, 2017 Tony Horgan

"Live with a Korg Volca Kick, Volca FM, Volca Keys, Cyclone Analogic TT-303 Bass Bot and a Roland Aira TR-8. Mixed and recorded live on a Tascam DP24 SD. If you want to master the Volca series, try my guides for free, available from the iBooks store. https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/book/... https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/book/... https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/book/..."

Wavestudios ARP 2500 Vintage Modular Synthesizer SN 70 035 For Sale

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Holy cow, prices have gone up. Click through to see for yourself. I remember when these went from only $35,000 to $100,000. ;)

Update: this same one was listed back in Dec 2014. You'll find additional pics there. Regarding my comment on price, that was in jest. Price doesn't really apply when it comes to a system as rare as this.

Listing details: "Here is a rare chance to get my beloved Arp 2500. This one is a thing of beauty. It has the original wooden cabinet. In superb condition. It has never left my smoke free studio.

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Six KORG UNIVOX Mini-KORG 700s in Custom Rack Enclosure

This one in via Sunao Inami, spotted on this Japanese auction site (Googlish here). You can find an additional set of pics here while up.

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Arturia DrumBrute Analog Drum Synthesizer Demo by Kraft Music

Published on Jan 12, 2017 Kraft Music

"Check out great deals on DrumBrute at Kraft Music:
http://www.kraftmusic.com/brands/artu...

Providing 17 distinct, fully analog drum and percussion instruments with an intuitive sequencer, massive connectivity, a two-mode Steiner-Parker filter, and dynamic performance controls, DrumBrute will take your beat production to the next level. Create energetic and exciting drum beats with a single, user-friendly device. With its vast sonic potential and smooth workflow, DrumBrute meets and exceeds the expectations of demanding musicians. Bridging the gap between inspiration and technology, DrumBrute offers punchy analog drum sounds, advanced 64-step / 64-pattern sequencing possibilities and ultra-effective performance controls."

Synth History: 1963 Letter From Bob Moog to Herb Deutsch

via @moogmusicinc

"...and the rest was history. #throwbackthursday #bobmoog #herbdeutsch #musichistory"

Batumi + Chords + Clouds

Published on Jan 12, 2017 Genshi Media Group

"Another experimental test of my newly acquired Xaoc Devices BATUMI Quad LFO module. This time I have it modulating both the QU-Bit CHORDS module as well as Mutable Instruments CLOUDS. The Intellijel METROPOLIS is sequencing the V/OCT on Chords, and there is a touch of Make Noise RICHTER WOGGLEBUG adjusting the "Size" parameter on Clouds. It gets interesting towards the end around the 2:00 minute mark, when I have the Sine Wave Out of the Batumi going into the V/OCT of Clouds to modulate the Pitch."

KORG Officially Announces Full Size ARP ODYSSEYs

ARP ODYSSEY FS | The Legend Returns with Full Size

Published on Jan 11, 2017 ARP

Previously seen here, the full sized KORG ARP Odyssey is officially announced.

"The full-size ARP Odyssey is back in more ways than one! This limited edition series is a true 1:1 recreation of the legend, proudly assembled in the USA, where the ARP story began.

Like the ARP ODYSSEY series that relaunched the brand, and the modules that followed, the FS full-size series offers the same three-filter configuration, plus modern amenities such as an analog drive circuit and MIDI with USB I/o or 5-pin input. The classic rubber pitch and mod pads also return, bigger than ever. All three color versions will be available in 2017!"

"Assembled in America, and available to the world once again.

The long-awaited full-size ARP ODYSSEY is now available in a limited edition.
The revival of the ARP Odyssey originated from a desire to reconstruct a legendary synthesizer of the 1970s, faithfully reproducing its original analog form while combining respect for history with an update for today's music production environment; it first took shape as the ARP ODYSSEY, completely analog but in a more compact 86%-sized unit.

KORG's next move is an even more faithful recreation of the original ARP Odyssey: it's the full-sized ARP ODYSSEY FS. With a standard keyboard and a body that emanates a sense of solidity, it delivers great playability and a persuasive stage presence. Just like its original version, the instrument is assembled in the United States, faithfully carrying on the quality, sound, and spirit of the original. Choose from three designs: Rev1, Rev2, or Rev3. Only a small number of each is being produced. Don't miss your chance to obtain a full-sized ARP ODYSSEY – an instrument with decades of soul.

A full-sized ARP ODYSSEY with a standard keyboard

As an alternative to the 86% size ARP ODYSSEY with its compact slim keyboard, we've created the ARP ODYSSEY FS, a long-awaited full-size model with a standard keyboard. Featuring a spacious panel layout with faders that are smooth to operate, and a standard-sized keyboard for excellent playability, it's just what the synthesizer lover or keyboardist has been waiting for. Most of all, its weight and essence are the precise image of the original ARP Odyssey. With analog sound that has already established a firm reputation, it is fair to say that this is a true resurrection of the ARP ODYSSEY. Now you can obtain a full-sized ARP ODYSSEY that's perfect in every area including sound, stability, appearance, and size, but with the reliability of a brand new synth."

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KORG Introduces Gadget for Mac

KORG Gadget for iOS has been ported to the Mac.

"The award winning KORG Gadget music production iOS app is soon to be released for the Mac. Building on the smooth operability and intuitive user interface of the iOS version, 'KORG Gadget for Mac” provides a new dimension of inspiration for every creative artist. The Mac version also comes with "Gadget Plug-In Collection,' a magnificent collection of plug-ins that support AU, VST, AAX, and NKS. With KORG Gadget, you can use the Mac version at home and the iOS version when you are mobile, letting you enjoy a seamless workflow and ideal music production experience. The care that KORG has paid to hardware instruments over more than 50 years of experience has been channeled into the powerful cutting-edge musical software that is KORG Gadget. Now, the ultimate all-in-one music production studio extends its scope to a new platform and brings a new level of music making for Mac users everywhere.


Main features of KORG Gadget for Mac

* Award winning KORG Gadget currently iOS only will soon be available for Mac.
* The ultimate Gadget collection includes all of the more than 30 gadgets.
* Intuitive and simple operation that delivers powerful music production
* Power users can get back to the basics, beginners can jump right into great music making.
* Takes advantage of the large screen with a single-window four-split (divided in four) screen design.
* Comes with "Gadget Plug-in Collection," a magnificent collection of plug-ins that support AU, VST, AAX, and NKS.
* Two new gadgets provide long-awaited audio recording.
* A new powerful drum gadget with 16 pads.
* Supports the latest technology including Allihoopa, Ableton Link, and Bluetooth MIDI.
* Seamless connection between KORG Gadget for iOS and KORG Gadget for Mac enables a smooth workflow so you can produce music anytime and anywhere."

KORG Introduces White "Monotone" MS-20 Mini

Two-tone, actually, considering the black side panels, bender and lower case.

"The KORG MS-20 mini is now available as a limited-edition white monotone variation model. This model is the first new color to appear in the nearly 40 years since the original unit went on sale in 1978. Based on the black that is emblematic of the MS-20's distinctive presence, this new model features a clean white monotone for its front panel and knobs, while retaining the faithful circuitry, 5-pin MIDI, and USB MIDI of the black MS-20 mini. Combining a completely new freshness together with a vintage feel that befits the MS-20 as the original semi-modular synthesizer, this limited-edition model will be a great way to add classic MS-20 sounds to any setup!

Features:
Overseen by the engineers of the original MS-20; a complete replication of the original analog circuitry
2 VCO / 2 VCA / 2 VCF / 2 EG / 1 LFO structure
Self-oscillating high-pass / low-pass filters with distinctive distortion
External signal processor (ESP)
Extremely flexible patching system
Replicates every detail of the original, down to the package binding and the included manual"

Introducing DNGR:TECH 12UFO Eurorack Portable Flight Case

"'Dangerous Technologies' or DNGR:TECH is happy to introduce "12UFO" - a Portable 12U*104HP Eurorack Flight Case.

DNGR:TECH's modular cases are well-engineered, carefully assembled by hand from the highest quality of materials, and are symbolized by minimalist aesthetics to bringing focus solely on sound design - hidden screws and simple straight lines combined with the raw natural wood are the key elements in the design.

12UFO by DNGR:TECH is a 12U*104 HP eurorack modular portable flight case with integrated switched power supply solution with the following specs: +12V @ 4A, -12V @ 2A, onboard VGreg provides +5V from +12V bus. Head to motovilo.com for additional details regarding power supply.

Main features:
- Adjustable detachable angle lid stand which allows two opened lid positions: 100° and 120°.
- Integrated dimmable LED strip. LED dimmer is presented on a separate PCB with a separate voltage regulator. LED strip can be completely turned off with a potentiometer set all the way CCW. No additional wall warts will be required as well - the power for the LED will be routed from the main DC power jack via a pair of Y-cables.
- Power supply boards and busboards are mounted with screws completely hidden.
- Lightweight construction - powered case weight without modules: 7.5 kg.
- Case can save a patch while closed.
- Removable lid - case can be split in two independent 6U cases.

For additional details please head to http://dngr.tech"

Note this is the first DNGR:TECH post on the site.

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Some Like It Buchla, Tiptop ONE

Some Like It Buchla, Tiptop ONE from Station 252 on Vimeo.

"Beta testing Tiptop Audio new module called ONE."

'Dr. Unpossible' - ngarjuna

Published on Jan 10, 2017 ngarjuna

"Modular Jam 66 - 'Dr. Unpossible'
Produced by ngarjuna
© 2017 Acid Coast

Patch Notes:
Acid Voice
Abstrakt Instruments Avalon SQR, baseline features plus tracking
The LFOs is my fingers
Eventually burnt by Proco Rat

Drums
Arturia iSpark

Modular Patch
Rene driving STO, Rubicon
Sequencer 1 driving Pittsburgh Osc
Rubicon SYM full positive FM’d by STO SIN to TZFM LIN (slightly) modulated by Octocontroller S&H, Pittsburgh TRI to EXP dynamically (trig by Seq1 to Dual ADSR to uVCA)
SIN to Timbre modulated by Octocontroller TRI LFO to Optomix enveloped by Maths (trig Rene) FALL modulated by Sequencer 1

During the wiggling:
ADSR (D and R), Rubicon EXP FM are tickled as well as Maths A and D
Rene pattern is changed (steps 5 & 7 are added and taken away)
When the Rat gets unleashed on the Avalon I also plugged a cable from the STO SUB to the Rubicon hard SYNC for extra-harmonic-y goodness
The slowing down at the end is a combination of manually attenuating the SYM and TZFM"

Novation Circuit Demo by Hunart©

Published on Jan 12, 2017 Hunart©

"A quick play with the patterns created on the Circuit (1.4). Apart from a few samples every sound comes from the Circuit. No EQ, compression or external FX. Some limiting applied to the whole audio.

This little thing is good and what`s more important - gives a lot of fun :)"