"This is one Powerful Synth with some very nice Modulation features. All Encoders, Knobs, Switches and Midi port are all Excellent....Big Analog Sound from a quality maker. Analogue Solutions really hit the Spot with this one. It's a Must have in your Eurorack Gear..."
"Treadstone is a cool little monosynth from Analogue Solutions that's capable of a surprising amount of sound from a little box. Some great and unusual features including a little internal MIDI sequencer, dynamic filter cutoff and weird Reflect delay. Loving this little thing - lots of sound demo in the video. For disclosure I didn't get to keep it, although I might have the Eurorack version on long term loan.
Intro - 0:16
Features - 2:12
Looping the envelope - 6:42
Reflect effect - 9:24
Bypass VCO routing - 11:42
Pulse width modulation - 14:18
So far so good? - 17:39
CV sequencing and modulation - 18:39
6 minute sound demo - 21.12
FM - 27:06
Playing from a MIDI controller - 32:26
Inbuilt MIDI sequencer - 34:11
Conclusions - 38:58"
Here's another live jam with the Analogue Solutions Generator Step Sequencer!
This video features the Generator (!), Nyborg(s) 12/24, Treadstone eurorack synth voice, Telemark synthesizer, and ARP kicks!
Generator is also managing clock for an Oberkorn that is triggering the kick patterns w/ cymbal.
Generator is a very compact and high quality step sequencer. It’s USP is that it is a playable sequencer. You don’t just set up a sequence and leave it looping. The UI is designed in such a way as to make it easy, fun and intuitive to alter the rhythm and to get alternative sequences playing using the real time touch pads.
Generator has plenty of scope for re-patching the signals using CV leads, or via the pre-configured switches.
Generator is super easy to hook up to your analogue synthesisers, Eurorack, and other analogue gear.
Sync to DAW is very easy and solid, using MIDI note 60. Play that note and the sequencer will step.
No menus of multi-button pressed. WYSIWYG front panel control.
"Hi Folks.
I have today a small demo bass Treadstone from Analogue Solutions UK Ltd.
it's a small inconspicuous synthesizer, in fact you would put it in pockets but its sound is solid, massive and it really deserves attention for a moment.
Its advantages are the entire voice of the mono bass synth plus the built-in echo and a 16-step loop sequencer, in which the video plays from it.
and the possibility of patching it with other semi modular synth or just your modular system.
is also his spore version eurorack, because this is how you see it is a desktop type.
Coming back to the sound it's great for bass and of course lead, also long resonance sounds going into drone with modulations. Great for patching also as synth drums.
many possibilities in this video alone bass. with built-in sequencer.
In general, I am very happy with this synthesizer, it has surprised me."
"Generator sequencer - Loop points and Freeze. This video shows you some cool things you can do unique to this sequencer."
"Analogue Solutions plays to win with highly-versatile next-generation Generator step sequencer
KINGSWINFORD, UK: having made musical waves with a prototype presentation at SUPERBOOTH18 in Berlin before speedily selling out of its first batch, British boutique electronic instruments innovator Analogue Solutions is proud to announce (approaching) availability of a second batch of its next-generation Generator step sequencer — a highly- versatile, multi-channel analogue appliance specifically targeted towards making it easy, fun, and intuitive to change generated rhythms and also play alternative sequences — as of September 14…
As implied by the CV & GATE SEQUENCE GENERATOR wording which is boldly blazoned across a pleasingly well-populated panel, Analogue Solutions’ next- generation Generator is no ordinary step sequencer. As a compact, slim form factor desktop design featuring three parallel-running, 16-step CV (control voltage) channels — CV CHANNEL A, CV CHANNEL B, and CV CHANNEL C — and an array of associated hands-on controls housed in a rugged steel and aluminium chassis with no plastic mouldings (making it ideally suited to withstanding the rigours of the road while being equally at home in the studio, home- based or otherwise), Generator is actually a playable step sequencer at its musical heart. How, exactly, it does that is exactly what sets it apart from the run-of- the-mill step sequencing pack.
Put it this way: with Generator it’s not simply a case of setting up a short sequence of notes to be left looping ad infinitum, as is still the case with some step sequencers out there — though there is still something to be said for those mesmerising musical compositions conjured up by the repetitive note patterns pioneered and popularised by the likes of Germany’s homegrown Kraftwerk and Tangerine Dream during their Seventies heyday and appropriated in many musical styles since; instead, its user interface is deftly designed to make it easy, fun, and intuitive to change generated rhythms and also play alternative sequences.
Firstly, four dedicated knobs offering patent-pending IReTiGaC (Intuitive Real Time Gate Control) can change the rhythm of the beats for the pattern playing by setting which of the 16 steps of the sequence will produce gates; slowly rotating each knob adds more beats in specific positions, thereby increasing the intensity of the rhythm. A pair of associated GATE pattern outputs are available alongside a FLIPPED GATE ‘copy’ — positive voltage with an inverted ‘state’ (so the output does the opposite of the main GATE outputs) — for flexibility when connecting to suitably-equipped analogue synthesisers, Eurorack modular system setups, or other analogue equipment. These output the rhythm set using those IReTiGaC knobs, and using both together with two different synths creates considerable interplay between them.
The wonderful world of the VOLTAGE GENERATOR is where Generator really steps up to the plate to offer some serious alternative action, though. This is a special kind of transposer/CV generator with six ‘slots’ — each activated using its own triangular-shaped gold-plated pressure plate. The corresponding knob above each plate is used to set the control voltage output of the VOLTAGE GENERATOR within an approximate range of 0-5V. Those voltage outputs can be sent straight to and mixed with CV CHANNEL A, CV CHANNEL B, and CV CHANNEL C’s respective CV A, CV B, and CV C outputs sockets, with an associated SHIFT switch’s settings determining what goes where: setting said switch into its ‘up’ position results in the VOLTAGE GENERATOR being mixed with A, B, C (CV CHANNEL A, CV CHANNEL B, and CV CHANNEL C); ‘centre’ is off, and ‘down’ results in the VOLTAGE GENERATOR only being mixed with C (CV CHANNEL C). The VOLTAGE GENERATOR’s control voltage is also always available on its own CV output, allowing users to patch it back somewhere else — even externally (to a suitable synth or modular setup).
So what, exactly, can be done with this visionary VOLTAGE GENERATOR? For starters, it can conceivably be used as a standalone six ‘note’ interval CV keyboard to directly play an external CV-equipped synthesiser, such as Analogue Solutions’ own Treadstone (taking the same smart, small, and affordable desktop design-driven analogue attributes of its similarly superior-sounding synthBlocks signal-processing siblings and applying them to a true analogue mono synth that packs a lot of patchable punch into a perfectly-matched, portable package). Patching possibilities abound as the VOLTAGE GENERATOR pressure plates are routed to its own outputs: the CV socket outputs control voltage, so pressing plates harder results in a higher voltage that can, for instance, be used to creatively control clock tempo, intensity, fill, or transpose via their respective INT CLOCK TEMPO, INTENSITY, FILL, and TRANSPOSE sockets. (The INTENSITY input uses a CV of approximately 0-5V to alter the intensity of the rhythm with more beats being added to the rhythm as the voltage increases; the FILL input is similar to INTENSITY, but only affects the last four steps to alter the pattern of notes in the last four beats of the sequencer.) The GATE socket outputs a gate that can be used to clock the sequencer, RESET or START it, for example. Additionally, another output voltage from the VOLTAGE GENERATOR can also be patched to alter internal clock speed or transpose. That said, there are also QUANTISED VG output sockets outputting the same signal which will quantise the VOLTAGE GENERATOR voltage to the nearest semitone (when using 1V/oct synths).
Thereafter, thanks to those three parallel channels of 16 steps, Generator steps back into more familiar step sequencing territory — albeit with dedicated start and end LOOP point controls for initiating interesting patterns — that plays well with any analogue gear that has CV and Gate inputs, including vintage or more modern analogue synths and Eurorack modular system setups. Since it does not feature a MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) output, it is clearly not a MIDI sequencer — nor a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) control surface. Saying that, it is equipped with a MIDI IN socket, so allows sync, start, stop, and resend control signals to be sent from a DAW or MIDI sequencer. Speaking of which, using MIDI Note information, users can program their own ‘clock pattern’ that can run to clock Generator at the same tempo, half the number of notes to run Generator at half tempo, double the number of notes to run it at double tempo, or even mute the clock note pattern to silence Generator at a particular point before unmuting to get it running again, all the while creating rhythmic patterns to make Generator syncopate with DAW patterns — much more creative and gratifying than simply using MIDI sync alone.
Analogue Solutions is clearly playing to win with its next-generation Generator step sequencer — so much so that the likes of (the still-active) Kraftwerk and Tangerine Dream should seriously consider playing with one (or more) onstage or in the studio. Speaking of which, English electronic music duo The Chemical Brothers already have access to two! That said, chances are musician, composer, arranger, record producer, and music programmer par excellence Martyn Ware would also approve... after all, he co-composed Sheffield synth-pop funksters Heaven 17’s influential single ‘Play To Win’ way back in 1981, at a time when synthesisers started to make a serious dent in the charts, exciting the ears of one teenage Tom Carpenter — Analogue Solutions’ future founder — in the process.
Priced at £629.00 GBP (inc. VAT)/$749.00 USD/€679.00 EUR (inc. VAT), Generator is available to purchase through Analogue Solutions’ growing global network of authorised dealers — including Analogue Solutions itself — listed here: http://www.analoguesolutions.com/dealers/"
"New CV-Gate analogue step sequencer - invites you to twiddle!!
Showing transposition using Voltage Generator touch pads, and shows use of loop points.
Generator is playing the Treadstone analogue synth, also by Analogue Solutions. Also works with Eurorack systems!
"Hi Guys !!!
I have my first experiments with Noise VCA from Cg-Products and Treadstone.
I used Treadstone from Analogue Solutions here, the sequence comes from its built-in sequencer and of course the amazing Analogue Solutions. Treadstone is already available in the eurorack version, but I used the box because I have an early version in the box.
I know in the eurorack version just filled this little empty hole!
I also used the delay effect of Erica Synths Pico DSP and, of course, ''Nosie VCA''.
I open my mind to new experimental things like those from Cg-Products where there is variable VCF and VCA ."
"We're taking a look at Analogue Solutions Treadstone - part of the SynthBlock range, is now available as a Eurorack module. The self contained analogue voice offers a single oscillator with sub, LFO, ADS(R) envelope and a simple delay, plus a simple MIDI loop sequencer and MIDI/CV."
Treadstone Eurorack Module - Analogue Solutions.
Complete synth voice with MIDI, FX, Sequencer, and real analogue circuits.
Module version of the highly acclaimed Treadstone desktop synth.
No compromise has been made with the construction of Treadstone. Cheaper options in parts have not been used.
Full rugged steel/aluminium case – no plastic mouldings
Good quality smooth, fully sealed against dust
Good quality knobs with spun aluminium caps
High grade double sided circuit board
Analogue discrete VCO, analogue SSM style 24db filter
High Quality 16bit DAC for MIDI-CV conversion Stable MIDI to CV
MIDI converter
MIDI loop sequencer
LFO, Noise, Sub Osc, EG, PWM, lofi digital echo
Analogue voice and modulation circuits
Stable analogue oscillator
Designed, built, tested and assembled in the UK
True retro analogue voice and modulation circuits used in the synth element to give an authentic retro [sound]
Analogue Oscillator
The VCO is very analogue and uses discrete components and op-amps. One oscillator, yet still sounds big - using PWM and Sub Osc creates a full warm and deep sound.
Analogue Low Frequency Oscillator
The LFO has triangle and square wave modulation signals.
Analogue Filter
Treadstone uses a four pole 24bB per octave multimode filter. The filter is a re-issue of the classic SSM2044, as used in many classic synths such as the Korg Poly 6, Monopoly, Emulator, SP1200.
Analogue Mixer
Audio signals such as the VCO, Noise, external audio are all routed to the VCF via an analogue mixer.
Analogue Amplifier
The VCA can be set so it is always ‘open’. This allows Treadstone to be used as an effects processor.
Analogue Envelope
The EG features ATTACK, SUSTAIN, and combined DECAY/RELEASE. It’s not really true to say it is an ASR envelope, it really is an ADSR - Decay and Release are both controlled by the same control. Saving space with little compromise in flexibility. It’s possible to drone or auto-repeat the envelope also.
Modulation
Great thought has been placed into modulation route choices, allowing a wide range of sounds to be produced, including percussion and ‘modular’ style sounds."
"Analogue Solutions presented at Superbooth 2018 a Eurorack version of the Treadstone analog Synthesizer.
Join the Patreon page to get access to free sound content (sample & preset libraries, free plugins... & participate on exclusive giveaways) https://www.patreon.com/synthanatomy"
"AE Modular Tangible Waves & Treadstone Analogue Solutions patch#14.
This time a little music.
Ae Modular is a complete mini modular system.
Treadstone is an analogue mono synthesizer with the possibility of patching with eurorack.
I connected them and LFO with AE is the main clock and bass with Treadstone plays the same sequences with SEQ 16 by CV from AE."
We've seen the demo videos including initial details (scroll down when you get there). We now have the official press release and the price: £499.00 GBP, $599.00 USD, and €589.00 EUR.
"Analogue Solutions spreads synthBlocks series wings with tiny Treadstone true analogue mono synth
KINGSWINFORD, UK: hot on the heels of its inaugural Mr Hyde and Dr Strangelove so-called synthBlocks (launched late last year to widespread critical acclaim), British boutique electronic instruments innovator Analogue Solutions is proud to widen the self-explanatory series’ scope with Treadstone — taking the same smart, small, and affordable desktop design-driven analogue attributes of its similarly superior-sounding signal-processing siblings and applying them to a true analogue mono synth that packs a lot of (patchable) punch into a perfectly-matched, portable package — as of January 19…
Treadstone takes its intriguing name from a fictional highly-classified, heavily-guarded secret program that features in the series of books based on a fictional spy and associated feature films; it is shut down as the thrilling plot thickens, alas. As the latest addition to Analogue Solutions’ synthBlocks series — squarely aimed at laptop and audio plug-ins-focused digital musicians wishing to apply analogue, hands-on hardware sound-sculpting creativity to their sometimes sterile-sounding computer-based creations, the tiny Treadstone true analogue mono synth is far from fictional, however; hearing is believing, but it would, without question, make for a superior-sounding, space-saving desktop addition to any discerning film composer’s creative studio space — or anyone else’s, for that matter!
More meaningfully, maybe, Treadstone treads far from carefully, but boldly goes where few analogue synthesizers dare to win... with an all-analogue audio path and modulation circuits based on superior-sounding designs dating back to the mid-Seventies, so no CPU (Central Processing Unit) stabilised and quantised circuits, no DCOs (Digitally-Controlled Oscillators), and no digital EGs (Envelope Generators), as are often found on other ‘all-analogue’ affairs. Analogue as in really analogue — aside from the MIDI-to-CV circuit (which, by its very nature, must include a digital element) — in other words.
This small analogue powerhouse features a single analogue VCO, with square and saw waveforms, plus a noise and a sub oscillator, the SSM chip, an analogue echo and a very unique loop sequencer section, which offers uncompromised access to the synths internal architecture, letting you rewire it as you see fit and make some of your own tones and patches.
Treadstone is fully eurorack compatible, with 3.5mm minijacks and it operates on a 1 v/oct standard, meaning you can use it to interface with your modular system, or have it as a superb external voice for your system.
Treadstone is made in the UK and is built using very high quality components, as you'd expect with any AS synth.
Audio demos to follow!
-Full rugged steel/aluminium case – no plastic mouldings
-Good quality smooth, fully sealed against dust
-Good quality knobs with spun aluminium caps
-High grade double sided circuit board
-Analogue discrete VCO, analogue SSM style 24db filter
-High Quality 16bit DAC for MIDI-CV conversion Stable MIDI to CV
-MIDI converter
-MIDI loop sequencer
-LFO, Noise, Sub Osc, EG, PWM, lofi digital echo
-Analogue voice and modulation circuits
-Stable analogue oscillator
-Designed, built, tested and assembled in the UK
-True retro analogue voice and modulation circuits used in the synth element to give an authentic retro
-Real solid wood (not ply!)"
First outing for the much anticipated Tasty Chips GR-1 Granular synth. In the flesh it certainly looks tasty, the design of the GUI really makes a lot of sense and has a wonderful ease of use.
2. Synthfest 2017: Reon Driftboxes Coming To The UK
Small Japanese manufacturer Reon hada range of Driftboxes on show at the Koirg booth, Korg are looking to bring in the units for distribution early next year. With three analogue synth voices, a mixer and a CV sequencer, they have a unique take.
3. Synthfest 2017: iConnectivity PlayAudio12 Disaster Proof Live Production
We have a look at the new iConnectivity PlayAudio12 - the system which had redundant audio and MID switching for live production. One computer fails - no problem.
4. SynthFest 2017: Expert Sleepers General CV
The new Expert Sleepers General CV offers a way to harness the power of a well specified General MIDI chip into your Eurorack modular setup, with 5 dedicated controls, numerous CV, clock and trigger inputs, you can add multiple voices, sequences and other GM sounds.
Synthfest was the first official release of the new Expert Sleepers General CV - a Eurorack module which brings the General MIDI sounds into your Eurorack.
5. Synthfest 2017: Abstrakt Data
New Modules from Eurorack manufacturer Abstrakt Data - AD50 Triple VCA, AD51 Envelope Generator, AD60 4x4 mixer, plus a quick look at a new prototypes of the AD31 Event Boss - pattern manipulator and the AD40 analog VCO with waveshaping.
6. Synthfest 2017: Analogue Solutions SynthBoxes
Synthblocks from Analogue Solutions, Mr Hyde - analogue filter and audio rate LFO, and Strangelove- ring mod with LFO and on board delay. Both feature patchability for integration into modular world. Also on show was Treadstone - a complete analogue synth voice in a pedal size package.
7. Synthfest 2017: iSotonik Studios Max For Live Devices
A selection of Max For Live devices from various developers associated with iSotonik Studios - some interesting applications for integrating MAX For Live with your setup.
"Analogue Solutions Treadstone, Eurorack (22HP) Synth Voice, Effects & Sequencer!. 
The following is a recap of the features via Analogue Solutions. 
This small analogue powerhouse features a single analogue VCO, with square and saw waveforms, plus a noise and a sub oscillator, the SSM chip, an analogue echo and a very unique loop sequencer section, which offers uncompromised access to the synths internal architecture, letting you rewire it as you see fit and make some of your own tones and patches.
