An Update on Baloran's The Pool, microtonalité and Scala files

video upload by Laurent Baloran

"Sorry, in French. You can use subtitles ;)"

New SynthFest UK 2024 Videos by Sound on Sound

video uploads by Sound On Sound magazine

Playlist:
SYNTHFEST UK 2024: Analogue Solutions TC5000
SYNTHFEST UK 2024: Expert Sleepers Disting NT
SYNTHFEST UK 2024: Baloran The Pool
SYNTHFEST UK 2024: SSL 2 MkII & SSL 2+ MkII
SYNTHFEST UK 2024: Embodme Erae II
SYNTHFEST UK 2024: RYK Modular Algo
SYNTHFEST UK 2024: CB Electronics Eurorack Range

Synthfest UK 2024

video upload by LEK Productions

"Synthfest, 5th October, 2024
Website: https://www.synthfest.co.uk/

Featured:
Le Strum: https://six4pix.net/product/lestrum/
LXR Drum Machine: https://www.sonic-potions.com/lxr
Antonus 2600: https://antonus-synths.com/antonus-2600/
Flowfal: https://flowfal.com/
Resonance Studios: https://resonancestudios.co.uk/ [w/ The Pool by Baloran]
Solid State Logic: https://solidstatelogic.com/
Rhodes: https://rhodesmusic.com/
Sweet Discrete: https://www.sweetdiscrete.co.uk/
DPW Design: https://dpw.se/

Music by Infinite Motion: https://infinitemotion.co.uk"

Resonance Studios - New Studio Featuring Vintage Synths Opens in Stockport, UK

Press Release follows

**Revolutionary Music Studio Opens in Stockport, UK: Preserving Musical Heritage for Future Generations**

**Stockport, UK, 8th August 2024** – A ground breaking music recording studio is set to open in Stockport, offering musicians from all backgrounds access to some of the most elite and rare music equipment ever made. This state-of-the-art facility, set less than 500m from Strawberry Studios (10cc, Joy Division), is dedicated to preserving musical heritage and ensuring future generations can experience and utilise these exceptional instruments.

The studio features over 250 pieces of new and vintage music equipment, including legendary items such as the Roland Jupiter 8, Synclavier II, Linn LM1, 2 Arp 2600s, a Yamaha CS50 and CS60, and the Voyetra 8. Additionally, it houses extremely rare instruments like The Waldorf Wave, Baloran The River and The Pool, Knas The Ekdahl Polygamist, and the elusive Yamaha DX1, with fewer than 150 of each still inexistence.

As the third largest studio of its kind globally, this new facility not only provides musicians with access to these extraordinary instruments but also offers comprehensive recording, MIDI sync and tracking capabilities. The sampling station, equipped with twin Technics 1210 turntables, Emu SP12 (Public Enemy, Beastie Boys), Akai MPC60 (DJ Premier, DJ Shadow), and a library of over3,000 LPs and singles, providing an authentic and diverse sampling experience.

The studio's mixing and mastering setup features elite level equipment such as Neve 1073DPX Preamps and 8816 Summing Mixer, Shadow Hills Master Compressor,2 Distressors and iconic effects including the Publison Infernal Machine 90,Lexicon 224 and Eventide H3000 which are enhanced by excellent listening and monitoring capabilities, thanks to the support from a partnership with Focal. This ensures that every project attains the highest audio standards, providing artists with label-ready quality recording.

In alignment with a commitment to the community and musical preservation, 3% of all profits are donated to the charity Shelter, supporting efforts to combat homelessness. The remaining profits are reinvested into maintaining and expanding the studio's collection, ensuring that this invaluable resource continues to grow and thrive.

Resonance Studios are also proud to announce a collaboration with local institutions to offer free studio sessions, making this incredible facility accessible to musicians who might otherwise never have the opportunity to work with such high-calibre music equipment. Further details to be announced.

This new music studio in the vibrant Stockport, UK embodies a unique blend of historical preservation and cutting-edge technology, creating a haven for creativity and innovation. Musicians, producers, and enthusiasts alike are invited to explore and utilise this exceptional space, ensuring that the legacy of these remarkable instruments continues for generations to come.

**About the Studio:** Located in the heart of Stockport, UK, our music studio is a creative space for musicians and producers. With a collection of over 250 pieces of elite and vintage music equipment, top-tier recording and mastering capabilities, and a commitment to preserving musical history, we aim to inspire and empower artists from all walks of life.

https://resonancestudios.co.uk

Full The Pool, May 2023

video upload by Laurent Baloran

"Presentation of some sound worlds of The Pool in complete version. It is almost the final version, only the box will change without touching the organization of the panel.

The subtitles in French and English give indications on the settings."

This one was spotted and sent in via Soviet Space Child.

Synthfest France 2023 Sneak Peek Aperçu

video upload by Barb

"Hi,
This video is a short walk around the Synthfest France 2023.

Bonjour,
Cette vidéo montre quelques instruments présents au Synthfest France 2023."

In order of appearance:

Baloran The Pool (additional posts here)
Kodamo Mask 1 (additional posts here)
Sequential Trigon-6
Sequential Prophet 10 Rev 4 & Take 5
Oberheim OB-X8 & Sequential OB-6 Module
Expressive E Osmose & La Voix Du Luthier Onde
Arturia Polybrute Black & Standard
Korg Arp 2600 FS, Odyssey 2600 M, Monologue, Modwave, Opsix FR, Wavestate, Minikorg 700 S
Yamaha CS80 & DX1
Roland GR-500
Macbeth M5
Oberheim Matrix-12
Yamaha CS-40M
Korg Trident

SFF2022 - BALORAN The Pool

video upload by Les Sondiers

"Présentation du tout nouveau projet synthé de Baloran : The Pool"

The Solar-Powered Pool

video upload by Laurent Baloran

"Unpretentious test of The Pool powered by solar energy. The sound is warmer, no ?"

Démonstration Baloran - The Pool | SynthFest 2021

video by SynthFest France

New Baloran The Pool USB Host et Morphing avec l'Enhancia Neova

video by Laurent Baloran

"Aucun effet externe, les deux claviers et le Neova Rig sont connectés sur un Hub lui même connecté à la prise USB Host de The Pool."

Googlish:

"No external effects, the two keyboards and the Neova Rig are connected to a Hub which is itself connected to The Pool's USB Host socket."

Baloran The Pool: First tests with integrated effects

video by Laurent Baloran

"First tests with the integrated effects. For the moment it's the same The Triko as The River, but it's possible that it will change ;)"

The Pool Sequencer & Arpeggiator

video by Laurent Baloran

"Présentation du Séquenceur et de l'Arpégiateur de The Pool.

00:00​ - Présentation et enregistrement d'une séquence
01:50​ - Transposition et Split
03:50​ - Modes de Latch
05:00​ - Velo Trig, note, durée, gate, glide
08:00​ - Ratchet et Random
09:40​ - Modulations
10:42​ - Poly, Mono, Dual et Midi
12:40​ - Mode Song
14:30​ - Arpegiateur"

The Pool, exploration de la partie numérique

video by Laurent Baloran

"Cette vidéo présente la partie numérique de The Pool ainsi qu'un peu de Sound Design.
A la fin (vers 23'30), un peu de gros sons en réinjectant un groupe de deux filtres sur l'autre groupe."

Googlish:

"Cette vidéo présente la partie numérique de The Pool ainsi qu'un peu de Sound Design.
A la fin (vers 23'30), un peu de gros sons en réinjectant un groupe de deux filtres sur l'autre groupe."

See the Baloran label below for more.

New Baloran Super Synth "The Pool" to be Available In Two Versions and Will be Open Source

Présentation du Concept de The Pool video by Laurent Baloran

"Quelques lumières sur le concept de The Pool ;)"

Googlish:

"Some light on the concept of The Pool;)"

Quick disclaimer, the video is in French, but you can enable captions by clicking on CC followed by the gear icon, and your language. The following is based on what I read. I'm not sure how much pertains to the development of the product vs. final product. That said, it looks like Laurent will be producing two versions of "The Pool" - one with a full control panel, and one minus the controls, plus and external software editor, similar to the Nord Modular Rack in concept. The reason? The cost of the full control version looks like it will be roughly 3500 to 4000 Euros. As that is not in everyone's price range, he plans to release a version minus the hardware controls priced around 1000 to 1200 Euros. Note the software editor is already developed. What's interesting is it sounds like he will allow you to trade-up if you decide you want the full control panel, but I'm not sure if that only applies to those jumping in early to help test and develope the synth. The platform will be open to developers to create new features. Not sure if this only pertains to development as well. The plan is to have it ready for purchase for the public sometime in 2022, and the name of it, currently refered to as "The Pool," is not set.

See the Baloran label below for additional posts featuring the development of "The Pool."

The Pool Modulation v1.0 on Baloran's Upcoming Synth

video by Laurent Baloran

"Cette vidéo présente le concept unique de la gestion des modulations créé pour The Pool."

Googlish:

"This video presents the unique concept of modulation management created for The Pool."

See the Baloran label below for more.