Nonlinearcircuits VCO Demo

video upload by Randy Piscione

"This is a demo of an older Nonlinearcircuits VCO, based on a Mikulic/Electronotes core with phase sync and pan-pulse circuitry from the Aries AR-338.

The video starts with a sequence, and scope shots of four of the five waveforms the VCO puts out. I didn’t bother with the triangle, but there is a pulse, then saw, then pan pulse and processed saw. These are eventually blended together, and then the left side VCO is faded in. This one is hard synced to another VCO. The equipment list is at the bottom of the description.

The PCB is not designed for Eurorack so I built a dual version to fit them behind a double panel. I originally built it in 2015, made a new panel in 2018, and it stopped working shortly after that. Each VCO required 50 hookups, so 100 wires, 200 solder joints. Ouch!

When it failed, for no apparent reason, I removed all of the point-to-point wiring, couldn’t figure out what happened, and put it aside for quite a few years. If only I had known then what I know now, the failure was a simple IC problem. I had purchased TL074s from eBay that turned out to be pirate versions. It would’ve been a one minute fix. I decided to tackle it again recently, and re-soldered all of the wires. Unfortunately, I used crap wire, so off those came, and I did it again! Still had some issues but with substantial help from John at PM Foundations, we were able to bring it back to life.

Sequence – Pamela’s Workout, Analogue Solutions Oberkorn, NLC VCO, PM Foundations 3080 VCO, Doepfer A-143-2 Quad ADSR, Bastl A B C (X2), Frequency Central Waverunner (X2), ALM Pip Slope, d:Machinery Red LFO, PM Foundations Mod+

Drums – PM Foundations ER-808 (TB-808 tribute)

Bass – PM Foundations SEM tribute modules (8080 VCO, 3080 VCF, ADSR-D, etc.)

String-ish thing – PM Foundations resemble (X4), Full Bucket FB-3300 VST, Full Bucket Modul Air VST

Lead – Mutable Instruments Anushri

Cameo pad – Roland Juno 60

I think that’s it."

1977 Original Aries System 300 Modular Synthesizer Catalog & Brochures

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"This vintage Aries System 300 modular synthesizer catalog from 1977 is a rare find for any musician or collector. With its unique sound and customizable modules, this synthesizer was a rare find in the music industry during its time. The catalog showcases the various modules available, including oscillators, filters, and envelope generators, allowing you to create your own unique sound. The Aries System 300 was manufactured in the US and is a highly sought-after piece of pro audio equipment for any musician or synth enthusiast. This catalog is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of electronic music and the evolution of synthesizers."

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Aries Synthesizer Catalog / Brochure

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"Original Rare Aries Modular Synth Company Product Catalog from 1977.

This is a must-have for any vintage synthesizer/Aries collector as these are getting very hard/impossible to find these days. This Catalog contains 13 pages and includes modules and specs and cabinets and sample systems + a price list.

This Aries Catalog has no highlighting, underlining or any stamps in it. This Catalog has punched holes and some writing in it. This Catalog is in good condition , see the picture's for more detail."

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Vintage Serge Modular Music Systems Clear Panel Modules & Power Supply

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Additional Tone Tweakers Listings, also on Reverb

"Here we have 2 vintage serge modular music systems smms modules attached to a clear custom unlabelled front panel and power supply. The previous owner says they were probably from around 1980 or so and didnt remember anything else about them - 40+ years is a long time!

The modules appear to be the wonderful wave multiplier and triple comparator, but we’re not sure so see pics and do your own research before buying so you know what to expect. If it IS the wave multiplier, this is one of the most sought after of serge modules as it sounds like nothing else.

These came out of a cabinet with Aries modules (being sold separately) and are untested. Assume they’ll need repair."

Also see Original SMMS aka Serge Modular Music Systems Docs, and this post for a look at Serge Modular Music Systems back in the day.

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Aries Modular Music 77 Synthesizer Catalog RARE

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"Rare 1977 Aries Modular synth company product catalog.

13 pages includes modules and specs and cabinets and sample systems and price list."

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ARIES SYSTEM 300 ELECTRONIC MUSIC SYNTHESIZER MANUAL

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"Aries system 300 electronic music synthesizer manual. overall very nice shape. there seems to be a page missing (see the pics) but i didnt do it and im not sure what page it was (see bit of paper left where it was cut). its the last pic in the group. anyway, besides that the manual is in nice shape and hardly used."

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Aries 300 Music System Modular Synth

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"An incredibly sort-after vintage analogue monophonic synthesizer system. Contains an array of useful modules to get you up-and-running quickly but with plenty of room to explore the outer limits of analogue synthesis. Aries was a Massachusetts-based company who were producing the 300 series during the 1970s to early 80's alongside the classics such as Moog, ARP and Buchla. This system is in excellent condition with custom acrylic panels to allow you to see the craftsmanship within yet protecting the back of these exposed boards.

Included modules: AR-313 Keyboard Interface 2 x AR-317 VCO AR-318 S&H/Clock/ Noise Generator AR-324 Dual LFO / Lag/ Inverter 3 x AR-312 Envelope Generators AR-321 Hex Attenuator AR-323 Dual Mixer AR-315 Balanced Modulator AR-327 Multimode Filter 2 x AR-316 VCA

Made in USA. 110v original US plug. Includes bespoke stands for keyboard.

Overall in excellent condition, maintaining almost all original condition aside from a protective plexi-glass screen that has been installed in rear."

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MINITMOOG SN 2196

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"The Minitmoog is one of the rarest of all MOOGS, due to the fact that so few were made. It is a monophonic, dual oscillator (with sync), preset synthesizer with after touch. Which controls sync sweep, pithch bend, filter cutoff or modulation. The available presets are Mute, Trumpet, Oboe, Clarinet, Sax, Taurus, Violin, Piana, Guitar I, Guitar II, Aries, Lunar and Flute. It is transposable the Minitmoog is one of the rarest of all the Moogs, due to the fact that so few were made. It is a monophonic, dual oscillator (with sync), preset synthesizer with aftertouch, which can control sync sweep, pitch bend, filter cutoff, or modulation. The available presets were Mute, Trumpet, Oboe, Clarinet, Sax, Taurus, Violin, Piano, Guitar I, Guitar II, Aries, Lunar, and Flute. It was transposable down 1, 2, or 3 octaves and it had height-adjustable back legs...

MADE 1 YEAR 1975-76"

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Aries Modular Synthesizer at The Synth Sanctuary in NYC

video upload by Jay Wires

"Here’s a simple analog sequence I made on a Tone Tweakers refurbished Aries modular synthesizer at The Synth Sanctuary vintage synth studio in NYC."

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Aries - Betrayed (feat. Alessandro Marino)

video upload by Aries

New release from supporting member, Aries.

"Music by Livio Conduttore
Lyrics by Livio Conduttore/Alessandro Marino
Footage by Mart Production: www.instagram.com/mart.production
Montage by Livio Conduttore


You can find this song on every digitals store:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1HSHoy...

Apple Music: http://itunes.apple.com/album/id/1614...

Amazon: https://amazon.it/music/player/albums...

Deezer: https://deezer.page.link/XatsSvTRu9Dk..."

Aries - Timeless

video upload by Aries

A new video by supporting member Aries (links to the release below).

"Brano tratto da REPRISE, il mio nuovo Ep disponbile su tutte le piattaforme digitali.
Musica di Livio Conduttore

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2Ea2ti...

iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/album/id/1596...

Amazon: https://amazon.it/music/player/albums..."

Aries Modular Synthesizer and FSFX Granular Audio Processor

video upload by Ramón Amezcua

Aries - Memory

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Music by Aries
Video editing by Livio Conduttore
Thanks to Cottonbro https://www.pexels.com/it-it/@cottonbro and
Shalender Kumar https://www.pexels.com/it-it/@shalend...

Taken from my 2021 Ep Pills vol.1
developed by Abf Recording
All rights reserved

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*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aries78project

Ebashi Audio Eurorack Modules Including Dual Aries PMS 338 PP

Ebashi Audio CMOS 7555 CORE VCO /259 Timbre EXP /Triple LFO First touch ( no talking ) video upload by Dziam Bass

Ebashi Audio is a new maker of eurorack modules. You'll find their modules further below, including one based on the vintage Aries PMS-338 VCO. Note Nonlinear Circuits made one as well. The above video features the CMOS 7555 CORE VCO, 259 Timbre EXP, and Triple LFO (pics and descriptions for each further below).

Video description:

"It features Linear AC and Exponential FM inputs with attenuators, one Hard Sync input and a 1V / Octave tacking input, output and offset switch.

Connecting a signal to the EXP FM input will change the pitch of the oscillator.

The H-Sync and FM functions produce a full sound, and it octave tracks very well.

This VCO features four waveforms: Sine, Triangle, Ramp and Pulse wave.

There are trimpots for 1Volt / Octave tuning, High Frequency tracking, and Ramp wave connection. There are two trimpots for the sine wave: one for roundness and one for symmetry. The roundness trimmer also adjusts the amplitude of the sine wave a little.

Parameters are already set. If you would like to adjust these you can do it by ear or using an oscilloscope.

This 7555 VCO also features a 3-way switch providing 3 frequency ranges: MID, VCO and LFO.

The back of the module allows you to ‘pre patch’ various functions.

The Ebashi 259 Timbre module is a dual wavefolder inspired by the famous Timbre section of the Buchla 259 oscillator as implemented in the Easel.

There are four CV inputs, the first and fourth can be controlled with an attenuverter.

Two IN attenuators control the overall wavefold amount of each wavefolder.

Two inputs allow two oscillators to drive the Dual 295 Buchla Timbre simultaneously.

A switch enables the rich timbres of both wavefolders to be shaped in series or parallel.

A triple low frequency oscillator that provides manually variable wave shapes in a wide range of frequencies.

Two waveforms are available: triangle, and square wave.

Rate and Depth of each LFO can be adjusted and an independent 3-way switch provides 3 frequency ranges: MID, VCO or LFO.

The module also offers three outputs (A, B & C) which can be conveniently mixed down and out.

The back of the module allows you to ‘pre patch’ each of the four outputs.
The back of the module allows you to ‘pre patch’ various functions, including CV 1 and 4 as well as both inputs and outputs. There are also two trimpots for gain adjustment."

259 Timbre EXP € 200,00

"The Ebashi 259 Timbre module is a dual wavefolder inspired by the famous Timbre section of the Buchla 259 oscillator as implemented in the Easel.

There are four CV inputs, the first and fourth can be controlled with an attenuverter.

Two IN attenuators control the overall wavefold amount of each wavefolder.

Two inputs allow two oscillators to drive the Dual 295 Buchla Timbre simultaneously.

A switch enables the rich timbres of both wavefolders to be shaped in series or parallel.

The back of the module allows you to ‘pre patch’ various functions, including CV 1 and 4 as well as both inputs and outputs. There are also two trimpots for gain adjustment.

Comes fully calibrated.

Front panel: FR4 matt black, white silk print
Size: 12HP, 3U Eurorack compatible, Skiff and boat friendly.
Hardware: Aluminum Knobs
Delivery: Includes ribbon cable and 3mm rack screws."

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Reprise by Aries

Reprise is new release from supporting member, Aries, available at the following links:

Spotify | Apple Music | Amazon US | Amazon IT/EU | Deezer

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Division 6 business card synthesizer, plus keystep, and a vintage Aries 300 modular synthesizer!

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"Just put together a division 6 diy kit and I'm trying to get experience to fix this old synthesizer up!"

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ARIES 300 MODULAR SYNTHESIZER

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"The Aries Modular Synthesizer was designed by Dennis Colin, designer of the original ARP 2600 synthesizer (which is another synth we buy, meticulously refurbish and sell).

This unit has been meticulously refurbished over dozens of hours to make it not only work perfectly but to also hopefully keep it working perfectly for a long long time. You won't find a better one. Contains the hard to find Phase/Flange module, which makes an already incredible sounding synth sound even better - check out the clips below! And if you want to read about more about Aries synthesizers, please search our website for our other Aries listing(s).

This modular system includes the following:

-AR-318 Sample and hold / clock noise generator
-AR-312 Envelope generator
-AR-312 Envelope generator
-AR-317 VCO (single)
-AR-316 VCA
-AR-327 Multimode Filter
-AR-329 Phase/Flange
-AR-324 Dual LFO Lag / Inverter
-AR-332 Dual VCO
-Output & Power
-New blank panels
-Keyboard

This cabinet was custom built by its original owner. If you're planning on adding modules to this system, please note that the way the cabinet was designed, theres wood protruding behind the 2 blank panels near the middle of the unit that will prevent you from adding typical aries depth modules in those sections without modifying the cabinet. So, either plan on modifying, or stick a couple shallow attentuator modules or custom modules in those two slots. The end two empty spaces will fit additional modules just fine."

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Aries - Alone

video uploaded by ABF Recording

"Taken from the new EP PILLS vol.2 by Aries
Out on 18th June 2021 and available on all digital stores.

Brano tratto dal nuovo Ep PILLS vol.2 di Aries
Disponibile su tutte le piattaforme digitale dal 18 giugno 2021.

You can find Pills vol.2 on :

Spotify | Apple Music | Deezer | Amazon

and more platforms."

ARP's Dennis Colin - Ladder Filter & Hyperphase Pedal (Bright Sparks Outtake)

video by GForce Software

"An outtake from the Bright Sparks Documentary where ex-ARP engineer (and the creator of the SEM filter) Dennis Colin talks about how the Ladder Filter was the inspiration for his lauded and obscenely rare Hyperphase pedal.

Sadly, Dennis passed away just after we filmed him at his home in New Hampshire, but his legacy lives on in the ARP 2500, ARP 2600, Aries 300 and the legendary Oberheim SEM filter.

Originally released in December 2015 to critical acclaim and created to compliment the I Monster album of the same name, Bright Sparks documents the human stories of eight musical instrument pioneers, - Robert Moog (Moog), Alan R Pearlman (ARP), Don Buchla, Harry Chamberlin, The Bradley Brothers (Mellotronics), Adrian Wagner (Electronic Dream Plant), Peter Zinovieff (EMS) and Ken Freeman.

'An engrossing and fascinating documentary that pays tribute to the modest but amazing innovators who changed the face of electronic music' Vince Clarke"

You can find additional posts featuring Bright Sparks here.

Dennis Colin - Significant Events (Bright Sparks Outtake)

video by GForce Software

"A fascinating and touching outtake from the Bright Sparks Documentary where ex-ARP engineer Dennis Colin recalls two of the most significant events of his life.

Dennis was a joy to film and listen to and even though his health was poor, his mind was super sharp. Sadly Dennis passed away shortly after we recorded this at his home in New Hampshire. However, his work lives on in the ARP2600, Aries 300 Modular and the legendary Oberheim SEM filter.

Originally released in December 2015 to critical acclaim and created to compliment the I Monster album of the same name, Bright Sparks documents the human stories of eight musical instrument pioneers, - Robert Moog (Moog), Alan R Pearlman (ARP), Don Buchla, Harry Chamberlin, The Bradley Brothers (Mellotronics), Adrian Wagner (Electronic Dream Plant), Peter Zinovieff (EMS) and Ken Freeman.

'The result is a documentary that isn’t merely well informed, it’s definitive.'
Gordon Reid (Sound On Sound Magazine)

https://www.gforcesoftware.com/blog/b...
www.imonstermusic.com
Alan Pearlman Foundation: https://alanrpearlmanfoundation.org"

You can find additional posts featuring the Bright Sparks documentary here.