JVC KB-700 features and demo

Published on Nov 18, 2017 Daniel Arena

"JVC KB700 (also sold as Lowrey Micro Genie V120).

Super weird mid 80's organ:
Solo section (square-wave + discrete VCF)
Poly section (divide-down? but phasey? there's a bunch of mysterious ASICs in there so it could be anything + Paraphonic VCF, subtle stereo spread + ensemble effects)
Analog + discrete drum machine
Bass synth
Bunch of other weird crap.

Sketchy weird beastie of a thing. Does some cool stuff though.

Obvious low-stress (and probably reversible) mods available for drum triggers and some VCF params. Medium-stress mods likely for loads of other stuff.

Some reverb added, no other effects. Apologies for the gross playing, I'm not really a keyboard player."

There was only one other post featuring the KB-700 here.

Dave Burraston aka noyzelab on How to Get Into Modular Synths w/o Going Broke

For those interested noyzelab has a post up on how to get into modular synths w/o going broke. It features references and notes from his recent talk at unsound adelaide 2017.

"some notes / refs for my talk at unsound adelaide 2017 on how to get into modular synthesis without going broke in the process. there's obviously a strong emphasis on cheap / diy / open source as an entry point to modular.."

"Dave Burraston is an Australian experimental musician, who has worked with a diverse range of artists from Chris Watson to Aphex Twin via Oren Ambarchi. A self-confessed gearhead, among his many accomplishments is the publication of SYROBONKERS!, the most technical interview ever given by Aphex Twin. Today he discusses how to get into modular synthesis - with a particular emphasis on not going broke!"

Roland Model 101 Vintage Monophonic Synthesizer from 1975 SN 500971

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This one sold for $1000. It was sent in by the seller, but it was sold before I got to this post. I thought I would capture it on the site for posterity. :) If the sale falls through I'll put a new post up.

"Roland System 100 Model 101 Synthesizer from 1975. This is a true, vintage analogue synth that has a huge sound and vintage tone that simply isn't available in modern analogues. It has patch points along various points of the signal path that makes it a great companion to a modular system. I would frequently use it as a 3rd oscillator for my modular or use a Mutable Instruments Peaks for a snappier envelope than the built in one. It has patch points for CV and Gate and it responds to 1v/Oct, so you can control it with any standard MIDI to CV controller or from a modular without any conversion.

Lots of possibilities on this synth, much more than other vintage monosynths. Of course, you can pair it with the other components of the System 100 (Model 102, Model 104, etc.) system to add a second voice, sequencer and more.

The synth is fully functional. All the keys work, all the sliders and knobs work fine."

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Analogue Systems RS-370 & RS-375 Eurorack Modules

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"RS-370 & RS-375 additive synth and expander modules in perfect working order."


Note the listing has these as Analogue Solutions, but they are actually Analogue Systems.

The RS-375 hasn't been featured on the site before.

LO-FI TECHNO WORKOUT / Volca Sample / Monotron Delay

Published on Nov 19, 2017 mishpult

"Live techno set with Korg Volca Sample, heavily overdriven through the Korg Monotron Delay. I overlayed an some old 90's rave videos found on youtube just for the atmosphere. Videos are not mine and no profit of any kind is made here."

Centrevillage C Quencer DLX - Tokyo Festival of Modular 2017

Published on Nov 19, 2017 cuckoomusic

"I found the C Quencer DLX to be particularly lovely. For more information, watch this video ;-) and then go to:
http://centrevillage.net"

This is the first Centrevillage post on MATRIXSYNTH. They also have a non DLX C Quencer module, and one named Trigger HaCker pictured below.

DLX C Quencer DLX

DLX C Quencer

"It is a special phrase generator combining Euclidian rhythm and arpeggiator.

Demo sound source: C_Quencer Demo Tracks (Using some external oscillator, filter module, delay effect)

Documents, source code etc are in github.

centrevillage / C_Quencer

(Invisible story)

Originally, the board of this module was a jacket for coterie music CD. (The height of the euro rack panel is about 13 cm, which is almost the same size as the CD jacket)

The released album is still being distributed on bandcamp."

Trigger HaCker

This module is under prototype phase 5x5 matrix trigger sequencer

Red Roland Juno-106

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"Here’s a Custom Red Roland Juno 106 we finished up a few weeks ago.

It’s been totally electronically restored , and cosmetically modified.

What’s new is the polyphony meter on the far right of the front panel.

The switch turns it on and off. Right now , it’s set up to cause filter distortion. Pretty cool on filter dependent sounds.

You can also set it to be just a pretty light show, ( no filter distortion ) telling you which voice you’re playing.

Voice chips are perfectly restored and ready to go.

A copy of the “best of the best” sounds has been installed in memory."

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YAMAHA DX7, Classic Synthesizer SN 129638 w/ Extras

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"Ladies and gents, they don't come ANY nicer than mine with no wear on the buttons or text. Features 61 keys, Modulation and Pitch wheels, all factory internal sounds. The extremely rare accessories include the factory removable music stand, Yamaha sustain pedal, removable Percussion/Effects data tone cartridge and factory user manual. This is the PERFECT Yamaha DX7 package for the collector and player alike, I have never seen a more complete or more beautiful package, this is very special!! Every key, knob, button, input/output jack works perfectly!! I ask that you please study the photos carefully to understand just how one of a kind my synth is, then base your bid on what you see."

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AKAI AX80 Vintage (1984) 8-voice Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer

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"It's both cosmetically and functionally excellent. There are no dents or dings in the metal chassis. The paint, print, and logos are still intact and glossy. The end cheeks also have a nice glossy finish. The membrane buttons all work. There are no tears or rips in the membrane. All other knobs and controls work as intended. None of the keys are chipped/broken/repaired and they all trigger notes correctly. Yes, there are scuffs and marks on the end cheeks and a few very light scratches on the plastic display panel. The latter can likely be completely buffed out using plastic polish, if you desire. As you can see from the pics, though, the machine is in terrific condition overall. It's not like many of the beat-up examples you see on the 'Bay, where the sellers are asking outrageous prices."

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Vintage Chroma Polaris synthesizer - pristine SN 300830

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"This synth was manufactured in the early 1980s by Fender. I was the lead designer, and when the project wrapped up, I bought a couple from the company cheap. This one is serial 300830. Since I mostly played a different unit, this one stayed in its original shipping box for the intervening years, and it is in essentially perfect condition.

This is a six-voice synth with a 61-key velocity sensitive keyboard. It has selective pitch bend, which lets you bend some notes in a chord while keeping others fixed. It has a MIDI interface, and includes a built-in sequencer.

When I took this out of the box for the first time in a long time a week or so ago, the membrane switch panel connections has dried out and cracked, as happens with most Polarises, so I installed brand new panels. I also replaced the CPU with a faster one for a snappier feel, put in the latest revision of the firmware, upped the sequence memory to the maximum 64K, checked out and calibrated all the circuitry, and cleaned the keyswitches and keys. You're not likely to find a cleaner looking and performing Polaris on the market anywhere.

This will be packed in its original box with styrofoam supports, then wrapped in large cell bubble wrap, then packed in another double-wall box. I'm including the line cord, one sustain footswitch, and the original manuals. If you want the Tempo-Tap function for the sequencer, you'll need another footswitch, but any standard footswitch with a 1/4" phone plug will work. It doesn't come with a variable pedal, but any Chroma or ARP pedal you find on eBay will work. It doesn't have a cassette interface cable, but MIDI is a much better way to get data into and out of the Polaris. It comes with one set of factory sounds in it, and the two sets that Fender provided on cassette can also be found on the web, and sent in via MIDI."

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Siel Cruise Vintage Synthesizer SN 183/249

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"The Cruise is two synths in one, combining what is Siel’s Orchestra and Mono synthesizer models into one powerful synthesizer. It features two discrete synthesizer modes or sections: Mono Synthesizer and Poly Synthesizer. The front panel has a lot of graphical information printed on it to clearly designate the Mono section functions from the Poly section features, as well as signal flow charts to help the user understand how the sounds are internally routed. In the middle of the synth is the ‘Masters’ section. This holds master volume sliders for the Mono and Poly synth sections and keyboard split mode options."

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Multivox Pulser - Rare Analog Synth

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"Up for sale is avery very rare analog synth from the mid 70's The Multivox / Firstman PULSER syntheizer. Although it has presets, it can be partially edited via the left panel for many realtime adjustments. The best thing about this synth is the tone... VERY unassuming It sounds way bigger, smooth than it looks... reminds me very much of an ARP Soloist meets a Korg 770 monosynth meets a Moog micromoog!"

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LL Electronics Rozzbox One V2

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"LL Electronics Rozzbox One V2. The unit is in perfect condition both operationally and cosmetically. These are rare, discontinued and hard to find in the condition. It pains me to part with it, but sometimes life has other plans."

Analogue Solutions Leipzig-s SN 7885

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"The Analogue Solutions Leipzig-s synthesizer is a two-oscillator monophonic fully-analog MIDI synthesizer. Its signal path is not only analog, but so are its control functions... envelope, LFO, etc. Because it is a fully-analog synthesizer with circuit designs based on vintage analog synthesizers, it evinces the tone that is what you seek when you're looking for vintage analog sound.

In addition to amazing and fat tone, the Leipzig-s has a great set of functionality. The oscillators have independent glide and independent pulse-width modulation. There is a sub oscillator that can be generated by either oscillator. The filter is a 24db per octave low pass that seems like it was deeply inspired by Moog, and generates one of the thickest, richest filter tones in modern analog synthesizers. The filter can be controlled with either of the two envelopes. The modulation section is complex and allows each oscillator to be modulated by a number of sources, including different waveforms from the LFO, envelopes, the other oscillator, and MIDI. The filter can also be modulated by these sources, allowing a level of complexity that is very useful. Especially for creating drum sounds.

The Leipzig-s also has an analog sequencer that can be MIDI controlled. If you want true vintage analog sequencing sounds with an analog synthesizer, this is a quick and inexpensive way to get them! The sequencer is single-channel, but allows you to control the oscillators in independent amounts. The sequencer can also control the filter."

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ELEKTRON Monomachine SFX-60 + Drive MKII w/ Original Box

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Mutable Instruments Shruthi-1 Yellow Magic Tabletop Synthesizer

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"Yellow Magic edition of the Mutable Instruments Shruti-1. This version has an MS-20 stye LP filter and a lo-fi delay. On the back it has audio in and out and midi in and out.

Built by Barclay Pedals in PA. Synth is housed in grey tinted translucent plexi box with white text printed on front panel. I’ve had this one about two years and half the time it has been in climate controlled storage. In great working condition. Includes power adapter."

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Roland JD-800 SN AD02672

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Blue Roland SH-101 SN 320611 w/ Original Box, Mod Grip, & Belt

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Roland MC-202 Microcomposer w/ Kenton Pro-2000 Midi Sync Unit

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"Features:

- Fully working and recently serviced.
- Amazing analog sound - nothing like it apart from the classic SH-101 - best sub bass and acid sounds this side of a TB-303.
- Retrofit conversion to allow full control of note, pitch, length and velocity via four additional ports - this allows the original microcomposer element to be bypassed (if you wish, the microcomposer still works perfectly and can be programmed and synced as per the original) and controlled via MIDI.
- To allow the MIDI sync and control to allow the MC-202 to be controlled by computer sequencing software I am adding in the Kenton Pro-2000 midi sync device to the bundle.
- This means you can harness the amazing sounds of the 202 into modern sequencing software making this a far more powerful package than the original device."

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Roland CR 5000 CompuRhythm SN 438854

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"Roland CompuRhytm CR-5000 Micro Computer Controlled Rhythm Machine. Very nice original working condition. This unit came out of an estate of a 80+ year old musicians personal collection of music equipment."

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Sonicsmith Squaver P1 in action song

Published on Nov 19, 2017 Dziam Bass

"Sonicsmith Squaver P1 in action with Modor NF-1 and Leipig -S (Analogue Solutions) D&R mixer and Eventide Space verb from hand live recording"

Dr Strangelove analogue ring mod / echo effects synthBlock

Published on Nov 19, 2017 Analogue Solutions

"Quick demo of Dr Strangelove analogue ring mod / echo effects synthBlock.
Small desk top processor, use with your DAW or use with your modular!
Audio source is a Digitakt - fed into Dr Stranglelove"

Best Ambient Synth Shootout #45: Waldorf Blofeld - Song 1

Published on Nov 19, 2017 Christian's Sonic Spaces

"This is the first song with the Waldorf Blofeld. It's a table-top 25-voice polyphonic, 16-part multitimbral, digital synthesizer capable of wavetable synthesis and analogue modelling.

I used for the recording the following FX chain:
Blofeld - Alesis Ampliton - DigiTech Obscura - GFI System Specular Reverb 2. The used fx varied depending on the recorded track, while the internal fx of the blofeld were deactivated.

The signal goes via a small Behringer mixer straight into the pc.

To create the complete song I recorded consecutively several stereo tracks. The final song was then mastered with just a bit EQ and compression on some tracks and some limiting on the master track.

Well, I decided to go back to the basics, but at the same time make something useful for the synth community and do a kind of competition (I like competitions;-). What's my best synth for ambient music :-)"

Soulsby Atmegatron Song - Seavari's Theme

Published on Nov 19, 2017 Oscillator Sink

"Here's another little tune I've written and recording using the wonderful Soulsby Atmegatron. I hope you enjoy it!

Everything you hear (including the drums) is coming from the Atmegatron using its 'default' firmware. Very little processing has been applied during mixing - basically nothing more than rolling some bottom end off a few sounds, so it's pretty much Raw Atmegatron you're hearing!

I hope you enjoy it - I had a blast composing and recording it!

The visualisation is done with the excellent "PrettyScope" from Soundemote: https://www.soundemote.com/prettyscope"

Five-G Tokyo Shop Visit

Published on Nov 19, 2017 Bonedo Synthesizers

"We've paid the legendary Five-G Shop in Tokyo a visit. Synth Heaven!"

Giving this one the synth museums label. It is a shop, but it might as well be a museum. You can find previous posts featuring Five-G here.

ARDUINO 8 STEP KEYBOARD SEQUENCER FOR SYNTHESIZERS

Published on Nov 19, 2017 LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER

"A KEYBOARD SEQUENCER for your synth powered by an Arduino!"

Slide - Live ambient jam - Roland SE-02 and SH-01A Boutiques

Published on Nov 19, 2017 ranzee av

"Ambient live jam featuring Roland SE-02 and SH-01A Boutiques - using an Akai MPC Live as the main brains. One take, no edits, audio direct from the mixer into the camera.

Gear list: Roland SE-02, Roland SH-01A, Roland JU-06, Roland System-8, Roland System-1, Waldorf Streichfett, Strymon BigSky, EHX Smallstone, Akai MPC Live.

All work is original without any commercial benefit from supplier or manufacturer."

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Kick.S / X1240 （トロニカ）

Published on Nov 19, 2017 Kick.S

/// Equipment ////
01RW
BigSky
MV802
TR-Rack
TimLine
ToneLab
MIDIMINI
Mixwizard
ARP ODYSSEY
Lexicon PCM 80
Proteus Orchestra
Green Russian Big Muff
Digitakt (custom painted)

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"Delay Drips" a semi modular synth fx-adventure

Published on Nov 19, 2017 Ludwig Kopp

"A humble one hand lo-fi one-taker while trying to capture on my phone.

- Only FX is the built-in delay of the Dreadbox Erebus
...and there's plenty of it
- Sequence is provided by the Akai Rhythm Wolf

Thanks for checking this out!"

Ambient Roland JU-06 - JP-08 - JX-03 + Yamaha CP

Published on Nov 19, 2017 Alba Ecstasy

"Noodling around with Roland JU-06, JP-08 and JX-03 plus Yamaha Reface CP, this came out.
For delay and reverb I used: Roland Demora, Zoom MS-70, Behringer RV600, Behringer FL600."

Sunday Bounce - Dave Smith Instruments Pro 2

Published on Nov 18, 2017 100 Things I Do

"This week i'm having a play with the Pro-2's digital wave forms, sequencer and Oscillator filter Split. The filter split allows you to send OSC 1&2 to the Curtis filter and 3&4 to the Oberheim filter. One your in Paraphionc mode you can get some awesome blends and quite often a good basis for a track!"

An Evening with Peter Blasser - Live from Control

Published on Nov 18, 2017 Control Synthesizers & Electronic Devices

"Peter Blasser, the artist + inventor behind Ciat-Lonbarde, Ieaskul F. Mobenthey and synthmall.com, visits Control to discuss his handmade SHTAR, the Cocoquantus, aspects of his programming language SHLISP and Fish, the solar powered Tocante series, jazz and other inspirations. Shot on location at Control, a synthesizer brick & mortar shop located in the South Williamsburg Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.

Control specializes in Eurorack Modular, vintage traditional and unusual eccentric electronic devices both analog and digital. Please do not hesitate to get in touch. www.ctrl-mod.com

Video synthesis created by Matthew Morandi. Production by Rachelle Rahmé."

'Soixante-neuf' - Ngarjuna

Published on Nov 18, 2017 ngarjuna

"Patch Notes:
Just finished moving cross country so patch notes were sketchy on some items...sorry!

Drums
Spark, iSpark and Patterning

Bassline and Off-lead
Avalon

Funky Rubber Lead
Rene QNT out to STO
X GATE to Optomix STRIKE and Maths ENV
Y GATE clocking Wogglebug
STO SHAPE modulation from Wogglebug STEPPED and Sequencer One LFO via STG .Mix and Maths
LIN FM from SUB OUT
Sequencer One GATE OUT to S-GATE
VARI OUT to Optomix enveloped by Maths
with FALL modulation from AD Octocontoller LFO
Into Polaris HPF

Moto One
Sequencer One driving Cranial Saw into Motomouth
CV from Rene UNQ Snap Gate from Sequencer One
into AJH Minimod VCA enveloped by Minimod Dual CG

SMR Patch
Three takes, all the same (mono) one panned hard L, one panned hard R, one panned C
One scale with ROTATE CV coming from Octocontroller S&H (locked into a looping sequence)
CV driving the envelope followers on channels 1-4 of the SMR from:
Maths 1&4 and Dual ADSR 1&2 each triggered by an independent gate sequencer
SMR out to Zvex Instant Lofi Junky
SIN distorter fast speed high depth full LOFI

Modular Hash Patches
Rene driving STO PITCH
Self-FM’d from SUB with S-Gates
Into the Optomix
Envelope and DAMP CV from Maths triggered by GATE sequence from Octocontroller
Sequencer One driving Sputnik 2 PITCH
Dynamic FM’d by Sputnik 1 via uVCA enveloped by Dual ADSR 1 triggered by a GATE sequence from Octocontroller
Into NLC Timbre CV’d by Octocontroller LFO
Via Maths into Optomix
Enveloped by Maths triggered by GATE sequence from Sequencer One

Moto Two
Seq 1 driving Rubicon
Sub to EXP TZFM
Octocontroller LFO to PWM
PULSE out to Motomouth
Motomouth in VCF mode with Snap on and plenty of glide
CV from Sequencer One
Gate from Sequencer One
Out to uVCA enveloped by Maths
Out to Polaris Phaser FMd by Sequencer One LFO"

Moog Voyager Editor / Programmer for LOGIC v4 - X

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Available on Reverb.

See the listings for other editors.

"This software is a Virtual synthesizer programmer for use with the Moog Voyager synthesizer. It simulates the Voyager front panel in a software environment within the APPLE LOGIC audio/sequencer program (formerly Emagic Logic). To use this software you MUST have a valid copy of LOGIC on your computer (see below), a Moog Voyager synth, and a MIDI interface which connects your computer via MIDI cable to your Moog Voyager synthesizer.

This software CANNOT be used as a stand alone application under any circumstances. It will NOT run in Ableton, Reason, VST or any other host - it is not a plug-in but a single importable layer of the Logic environment.

Upon purchase, you will ultimately receive a ZIP archive of the editor you purchased for Logic. UNZIP this archive and you will have a LOGIC song document you can now open in the Logic program. Once open, you will see the editor on your screen and you can then discover the pleasures of a virtual programmer for your Moog Voyager synthesizer!

FULLY LOGIC X COMPATIBLE!

OVERVIEW:

This editor is physically laid out to simulate the Moog Voyager front panel. If you're familiar with the Voyager layout then you should feel right at home here. I've adopted certain additions including some text feedback, a RESET function, and a few other things.

All programmable functions of the Voyager front panel are represented here - with the exception of a few parameters that Moog did not designate to be included in their realtime control set (please see the included photo to understand the layout). Essentially, all that is missing is the FINE TUNE control which is hardware only and not editable via MIDI.

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Roland Juno-106

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Roland Super Jupiter MKS-80 and MPG-80 Programmer

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Korg VC-10 Vocoder (Brand New Old Stock!!!) SN 162586 w/ Original Box & Extras

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"You deserve this Korg VC-10 as a Christmas present to yourself!

Korg VC-10 Vocoder (Brand New Old Stock)
Works perfectly. Brand new condition. 1st owner.

Tuning plugs never been removed.

Unit removed from box ONCE for testing and photographing.

Serial #162586

Includes:
*Orig. power cord intact, 240V
*Orig. microphone
*(1) orig. black patch cord
*Orig. manual
*Orig. KORG sticker and Korg catalog
*Orig. box
*Brand new Radio Shack power inverter"

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Vintage Baldwin Syntha Sound Analog Synthesizer

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Rare/Vintage Moog "The Source" Analog Synthesizer

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Endorphin.Es Shuttle System - Full Eurorack Modular Synthesizer

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"This Shuttle System is for all practical purposes, in absolute Pristine (i.e. Like Brand New) Condition, and I am including ALL of the accessories (and some extras) that came in the original package, which include the following:

1.) Shuttle System w/ 5 Eurorack Modules & Custom Enclosure (see below for technical details)
2.) Power Supply Adapter (I'm including the original European-type & American-type which I purchased separately)
3.) 13 mono TS Patch Cables (braided type)
4.) 1 Stereo TRS Cable
5.) 1 Stereo TRRS Cable (for connecting to iOS devices & using as FX-Processor)
6.) 1 TRS Y-Cable to Two Single TS Jacks Adapter
7.) USB Type-B Cable

In addition here is what I am throwing in for this eBay Sale:

A.) 5 Black 2' (24") Patch Cables
B.) 5 White 1' (12") Patch Cables
C.) 5 Black (Braided) 6" Patch Cables
D.) 5 Pink 6" Patch Cables
E.) 3 Tip-Top Audio Mult Patch Cables (3 different lengths: Blue, Yellow, Red)"

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ELEKTRON SFX 60 Monomachine

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Modular Synthesizer and flute video

Published on Nov 18, 2017 wbajzek

"This started as a proof-of-concept for a hypothetical live performance. I ended up adding one overdub, but for the most part it’s doable."

Linn LM-1 Drumcomputer 80s megamix 1 by Superfunk

Published on Nov 18, 2017 AnalogSynthMuseum


See Beatbreaker IV - Ride on Time sampler 1989

"The story of the Linn LM-1 Drumcomputer in 80s music.

Megamix by Superfunk with a Beatbreaker IV sampler.

Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."

Patterns on a Vintage Roland Rhythm Plus PB-300

Published on Nov 18, 2017 SSM Curtis

"All patterns using 120 bpm, including Sheets from Manual and a dancing PD 300 ;.)"

Follow-up to this post.

Thankful - a Dawless song

Published on Nov 18, 2017 millolab

"A Dawless Song. Headphnes highly recommended
Gear used: Elektron Octatrack, Elektron Machinedruma Korg Electribe2, Eventide H9
Thanks for watching."

Digitakt's first go

Published on Nov 18, 2017 Dimitrios Sismanis

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Dave Smith Instruments Prophet REV2 - "Arpeggio"

Published on Nov 17, 2017 Klangwand

"Just another patch I made with the REV2. Still love it!"

Abstrakt Instruments Avalon Bassline Analog Synthesizer TB-303 Custom Blue

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Original boxes included.

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Mini Jam with Vessek prototype (III) for VCV Rack

Published on Nov 18, 2017 Leonardo Laguna Ruiz

"This is a short jam I recorded when testing Vessek (the yet unreleased Vult oscillator). You can read more about it here https://modlfo.github.io/VultModules/..."

"Vessek started modeling the basic circuit of an analog saw wave oscillator. Most of the parameters were initially obtained from my Volca Bass. I got a pretty good matching of the sound that I bet it would pass a blind test. Later in the development, samples of the Mother32, MFB Synth II and 0-Coast were sent to me by members of the VCV Rack community.

From the samples I’m able of extracting characteristics of the waves that help me fit my greybox model. Then I turned the model into something more efficient that still produces a very good analog sound. The new models allow me adding many more features that are not available in the original circuits.

The current model is a blend of the above mentioned oscillators with some added tweaks to give Vessek it’s own personality."

Percussa SSP Update: PCB Layout Complete and Next Steps

An update via Percussa's SSP Kickstarter campaign:

"Hi All,

Since the last update I wrote on the PCB Layout, I've been working non stop (7 days a week!) on finalizing the layout and getting it ready for production.

A lot of time was spent on cleaning up the traces on the PCB, optimizing the placement of components, adjusting polygons, length matching traces, fixing small details in footprints, and then of course going through a really long list of design rule errors and fixing them.

In particular the length matching of the multiple data busses on the PCB took a long time, as I had to find physical space on the PCB for all the matching (non trivial if there are already a lot of traces).


Final PCB Layout of the SSP (3 layers shown)

I also had to create a new CAM Job to export gerber files for this 6 layer design, and I had to import the final design into my 3D modeling software as well to do one last check on the placement of all the mechanical components.


Top layer BGA closeup

Finally I exported the gerber files and did a quick review to make sure they look good and sent them off for quotation and technical review to a few PCB manufacturers and the assembly house we work with.


Bottom Layer BGA closeup

So what's next? :-) I will be working on finalizing the BOM and fine tuning component values this coming week, while we wait for PCBs to arrive. I'll also be putting together a component kit for our assembly house who is going to do the SMT assembly for the boards. We'll initially be doing a small run, maybe 10 boards, and then start testing and debugging them. We'll keep you posted about our progress as always.

Now it's time to get some sleep! Until next week,

Bert & Celine"