DEMO ONE - Glitch Foundations - Novation Circuit Tracks Pack by Technotronix & Yves Big City

video upload by Isotonik Studios

"GLITCH FOUNDATIONS

This pack aims to be your one-stop shop for all your glitch needs and wants.

The idea was to create space with short hits and a modular feel that couldn't be recreated on any other pack.

You'll find plenty of knocks and weird percussion takes as well as heavily modulated bass tones to keep your music both fresh and exciting.

As well as bass we have created atmospheric patches with FM modulation, chaotic lead lines, lush pads, and ambiance plenty, giving you all the tools needed to turn your music into something that could be played on any dance floor.

The 128 patches have been carefully crafted and selected to cover also all the electronic genres such as techno, house, drum & bass, and even ambient.

We wanted this pack to be bigger and more appealing so we have included 30 sessions, to help you to start something inspiring.

GLITCH FOUNDATIONS CONTENTS:

128 Patches
30 Session containing exclusive modular effect
64 synthesized drums sounds

GET IT HERE: https://isotonikstudios.com/product/g..."

UVI Introduces Super-7 - Analog Toolbox from the ‘80s, and Beyond Based on the Roland MKS-7

video by UVI

https://www.uvi.net/super-7

"Inspired by the MKS-7, an iconic 8-voice rackmount synth, this collection delivers powerful and dynamic sounds, sequences and arps through 260+ presets. Pushing deep into the realms of synthwave, new wave, electro, house, '80s synthpop and more, Super-7 provides everything you need to make authentic vintage tracks in one place.

Video credits: Anthony Hak
Music credits: Emeric Tschambser"

UVI Super-7 | Preset Showcase

video by UVI

"Video and music credits: Theo G.

00:04​ - Instagram
00:24​ - PLK Hybrid Mode
00:40​ - Distorded Peace 2K
00:58​ - Pink Guru 1K
01:14​ - Moroccosmic 1K
01:26​ - Red Tribe
01:37​ - Forgotten Days
01:49​ - Dutch Traveller
01:59​ - KEY Soft Electric
02:09​ - Psycho Head
02:20​ - Peace of Mind
02:37​ - Fire Horse"

via https://www.uvi.net/super-7

"Super-7 delivers the unabashed sound of the '80s inspired by the MKS-7, an 8-voice rackmount synthesizer that combines the analog architecture of the famous 106 with PCM sounds from the 7o7 drum machine. In demand, often emulated, and a well loved instrument to this day, the 106 has been used widely by diverse artists ranging from pop legends Depeche Mode to the genre-defying Autechre. The sound is powerful and dynamic, capable of creating rich and charactered voices within modern productions or carrying entire tracks with its distinct, warm analog vibe.

Building on the concept and structure of our Program 24 library, Super-7 takes things a step further, pushing deep into the realms of synthwave, new wave, electro, house, '80s synthpop and more. We multi-sampled a huge selection of patches custom-designed on the MKS-7, and recorded every sample 3 times, normally, with the chorus engaged, and with the noise switch active, giving you unprecedented access to the hardware sound. While the MKS-7 included the PCM sounds from the 7o7 we again took things a step further, including vintage era drums from an epic selection of hardware such as the 5o5, 6o6, 626, 7o7, 8o8, 9o9, and a host of modern sounds created in our very own Drum Designer to round it off.

Giving you everything you need to create rich analog synth lines, bass, drums, arps and phrases, all the way up to entire songs, Super-7 is an inspiring, versatile and extremely fun instrument. Loaded with 6 discrete layers, you have independent control over 8-tracks of drums, bass, melody, and 3 general purpose synth parts. Use these in any way you like, from conventional instrumentation to creative layering and effects.

Apart from the drums, each of the instrument layers in Super-7 has its own amp envelope, multimode filter with envelope, effects including drive, phasor, and EQ, send effects including reverb and delay, and a complex arpeggiator/phraser, allowing the creation of unique and moving sequences. You can tweak and adjust these modules completely, explore a wide selection of presets for both the sound engine and arpeggiator, or create your own.

In addition to the multi-instrument, each of the individual parts is available standalone, allowing you to load up just what you need in your arrangement. Each of the standalone instruments is identical to its multi counterpart, with the same selection of parameters, effects, effect sends, arps, and preset. Use them to focus on individual sound design, when you only need a single instrument, or to create additional instances of particular instruments.

For those looking for a deep instrument to get lost in sound design Super-7 has huge potential, but it’s also ready to provide immediate inspiration. Packed with ready-to-go sounds and musical ideas, Super-7 comes with a generous selection of 260+ factory patches, showing off the instrument's sonic potential, and creative visions from of our in-house sound design team."

UVI · Super-7

UVI Focus | Thorus - Polyphase Modulator

video by UVI

https://www.uvi.net/thorus

"Delivering exceptionally deep modulation and an amazingly clear and detailed sound, Thorus is a versatile, easy-to-use effect with modern controls and a fast and intuitive interface.

Thorus is at 50% off ($39/39€ instead of $79/79€) until April 19th, 2021.

00:05​ Synth
00:38​ Guitar
01:07​ Key

Video and music credits: Théo G."

https://www.uvi.net/thorus

Thorus evolved in our pursuit of the perfect chorus algorithm. Building on a state-of-the-art chorus model combined with advancements made in the development of Sparkverb and Falcon, Thorus can create exceptionally deep modulation with an amazingly clear and detailed sound. Combine that with an attractive and easy-to-use interface and you’ve got a very compelling candidate for your next high-quality, go-to modulator.

More Voices, More Choices
As opposed to a typical 2 or 4-voice chorus implementations Thorus is designed around a variable 8-voice architecture, allowing both subtle and extreme modulation with exceptional transparency throughout the entire parameter range. Use 2 voices for more pronounced modulation or crank it up to 8 to blur the lines for a thick and immersive effect.

Reflexive Refinement
In addition to providing dynamic voice control Thorus includes a number of filtering tools that can be used to further refine your sound. A simple click-drag in the visualizer allows you to tame or boost highs, filter lows to keep the bass tight or add a harmonic edge to your sonic profile to help it stand out in the mix.

Multi-Mode
Thorus provides two operational modes; ‘Standard’ provides a typical sound stage reflective of the input material, where ‘Wide’ results in an expanded stereo image that can be utilized to tremendous effect. Create immersive, mind-bending sounds and freely move through them with the Speed and Depth controls.

Creature Comforts
Thorus included presets provide starting points suitable for a wide range of material from synths and drums to acoustic instruments, guitar or vocals. An A/B preset comparison switch and effect mix control allow for no-risk experimenting and easily dialing in the perfect amount of sonic mojo on your tracks.


Evolution of a classic
A classic effect with a long history, chorus modulation isn’t often regarded as being particularly innovative however, with Thorus we’ve attempted to push that needle. The result is a versatile, easy-to-use and stunningly lush effect that offers a clarity and depth unlike any other.

SONICWARE Introduces LIVEN XFM Multi-Track FM Synthesizer and Groove Box

video by SONICWARE

Multi-Track FM Synthesizer and Groove Box "LIVEN XFM"

4 FM synth engines / 4-Tracks sequencer / Filter / Effects

LIVEN XFM is combined a FM fusion synthesizer with a 4-track sequencer, that we are designing with a focus on live electronic performance.

THREE FUSION FM ENGINES
X-LAB Engine
Merge two FM sounds with a single knob to create a completely new sound.

XFORM Engine
Transform one FM sound into another over a specific period of time.

X-LFO Engine
Continuously transform between two FM sounds using an LFO.


OVER 300 INSPIRING PRESET SOUNDS
Ready-to-use presets including, leads, keyboards, strings, winds, basses, pads, chords, drums, and sound effects.


IDEAL FOR LIVE ELECTRONIC PERFORMANCE
Powerful functions for live electronic music performance include 16 physical control knobs, parameter locking for each sequencer step, a looper, and SYNC IN/OUT and MIDI IN/OUT connectors to make synchronized performance with other equipment easy.


LIGHT AND BATTERY-POWERED WITH A BUILT-IN SPEAKER
All these powerful functions are in a device that weighs only 790 g. Play it anywhere at any time.

More detail info:
https://sonicware.jp/

JV 1080 Signature Sound Sets

Playlist:

1. JV 1080 Signature Sound Set Don Solaris

JV-1080 Signature Sound Set: Don Solaris features 32 new presets for Roland’s DCB recreation of the JV-1080. Expertly crafted by the noted sound designer, this versatile collection shows off the JV-1080’s immense range.

For this collection, sound designer Don Solaris drew on his deep experience with the original JV-1080 hardware module to create everything from booming bass sounds to hauntingly beautiful pads. “As a kid, I programmed the JV-1080 day and night—you couldn’t take me away from this synth,” Don says. “The new JV-1080 plug-in made me glued to the chair again. The new features and sound quality really inspired me!”

From the mystical beauty of “Magic Pad” to the fat “Deep SQR,” these patches will flavor your compositions with fresh sounds from a tried-and-true favorite.

2. JV-1080: Cinematic Cyberpunk

Boot up and jack in with JV-1080: Cinematic Cyberpunk—a patch collection to cybernetically enhance your tracks. Developed by Romanian sound designers Dual Shaman, this futuristic patch collection features 32 presets for Roland’s DCB recreation of the JV-1080.

Filled with heady pads, menacing leads, and dystopic pulses, JV-1080: Cinematic Cyberpunk pays homage to the futuristic world of science fiction. Influenced by films like Bladerunner and Akira, the sibling sound design team of Dual Shaman have engineered vast digital landscapes with the JV-1080’s deep sound-sculpting capabilities.

3. JV 1080 Widescreen Ambient J Scott Youtube

Get the big picture with JV-1080: Widescreen Ambient by top sound designer J. Scott G., a blockbuster patch collection for Roland’s DCB recreation of the JV-1080.

JV-1080: Widescreen Ambient will elevate your tracks with some serious space and dimension. Expertly crafted by veteran sound designer J. Scott G., every patch in this collection is downright huge.

Gotharman’s New SpazeDrum Now Available for Pre-Order

Gotharman’s New SpazeDrum featured in previous posts here, is now available for order.

Details via Gotharman's website here.

"Voice Structure

It has 4 analog voices, that each has 4 parts - 16 parts in total. With the 4 parts of each analog voice, it is possible to program 4 variations of the same sound, or even 4 completely different sounds, that will cut each other off, when playing them back.

The Drum Oscillator of each part can be set up to one of four configurations, at a time:

Analog Percussion - A dual analog percussion oscillator and a digital oscillator. The analog percussion oscillator has special parameters like Shape, Buzz and G-Ray feedback. The digital oscillator can run in several modes, like waveform, resonator, percussion oscillator, cymbal oscillator, clap oscillator and sampler. Each oscillator can have most parameters modulated by any modulation source. The analog percussion oscillator can be FM'ed by a percussion noise source and by the digital oscillator. Can produce kicks, snares, analog hihats, toms, claps, noise and much more...

Analog Cymbal - A dual analog percussion oscillator and a digital oscillator. The analog cymbal oscillator has special parameters like Shape, Buzz and G-Ray feedback. The digital oscillator can run in several modes, like waveform, resonator, percussion oscillator, cymbal oscillator, clap oscillator and sampler. Each oscillator can have most parameters modulated by any modulation source. The analog Cymbal oscillator can be FM'ed by a multiple square wave source and by the digital oscillator. Can produce metallic sounds like cymbals and hihats, noises and much more...

Analog Clap - A dual analog percussion oscillator and a digital oscillator. The analog clap oscillator has special parameters like Shape and G-Ray feedback. The digital oscillator can run in several modes, like waveform, resonator, percussion oscillator, cymbal oscillator, clap oscillator and sampler. Each oscillator can have most parameters modulated by any modulation source. The analog Clap oscillator can be modulated by a clap oscillator, to produce the classical clap sound, and it can be FM'ed by a noise source and by the digital oscillator. Can produce hand claps, noises and more...

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New Studio Electronics MIDIMini V30

Studio Electronics Midimini V30 Demo With Patches [No Talking] Published on Dec 24, 2019 VCO USA

Note this post has been updated a few times. Original post below.

"A collection of 10 patches w/ Preset Templates for the Minimini V30. Time stamps below for the specific patch and the patch sheets appear at the last 10 seconds of each clip.

0:03 - The Impossible Drum 'Kit'
1:48 - Aggro Bass
2:35 - FM Sync Lead
3:48 - Screamin' Triangles
5:11 - Filter FM Shark Bass
6:26 - 4th Wobble Bass
7:58 - Bigger Than Yours Bass
9:00 - Classic Sync
9:51 - Pluck You (Arp)
10:57 - Dreamy Drone Chord

You can download the patch sheets here"



"30 years later and here we are... glorious sound makes that possible. All honor and praise to the geniuses at R. A. Moog Co, especially Bill Hemsath, and Mr. Moog himself, a person with whom I (MSR) shared a lunch space at NAMM in the 1990s—it's something folks.

Some internal patching on "Registered Pulses", "Voo R U", and "1st Midimini V30", not that I can remember what went where. No FX however, (with the exception of a wet channel on Rach of Ages 2), no compression, limiting, only a touch of some spot normalizing on several tracks. Essentially raw and un-pestered, synth and factory direct honesty—still such a lonely word.

Oh yes, and I created a few stereo tracks from multiple takes; who could resist? I'm sure you can spot them.

Enjoy and Merry Christmas,
Marc St Regis 12/24/19"

Details via Studio Electronics:

MIDIMINI V30 - $2999

"Many can recall dialing up Midim-g/Midimini patches that fit a song so perfectly that they inspired even greater creativity; shapely, sometimes sinuous sounds whose essense called out to you; emotive sounds you never wanted to change; sounds you lovingly tracked, notated and revered; sounds as vital as the lyrics or lead vocal—that solid, insistent, articulate bounce, bravado, and twangy bang. Was there another sensible, MIDI-driven rackmount choice for immaculate synth-bass and lead lines?

November 2019 brings the SE Midimini V30 to the table, and nothing has been lost in the translation of this end-of-decade Analog essential. A raft of brand-new hardware features, extensive software sweetening, and modular connections open the window even wider to an already stunning Analog view.

It's highlight time again:

Through-hole build: Every. Single. PC board.
Classic 4-pole, 24 db/oct, voltage-controlled Lowpass Ladder Filter, with voltage-controlled Cutoff.
Semi-Modular Mini: Standard issue CV & Gate, and # OutsToOuts-friendly patchability of voltage, amplifier, and key tonal mastering tap points (1/8" Eurorack Connections).
Classic Midimini Cross Mod and Boomstar-perfected Ring Mod.
Amp Drive: Boomstar Modular AMP saturation and overdrive imported into 'V30 world.
Output Feedback loop and gain control—the old Low Output to External Input hack—hardwired and fine-tuned—interacts expressivley with Amp Drive.
MIDI-syncable, AFM*-capable, multi-waveform LFO, routable to VCF and VCO.
LFO Out patch point for deep modulation or oscillation creation.
LFO Gate (LFO pulse of VCF/VCA) from the SE-02.
OSC 1 Triangle Wave to amplifier (bypasses VCF) for high Resonance setting/low frequency compensation.
Sweepable OSC Oscillator 2 to Oscillator 1 Sync.
Handy Boomstar Drone feature.
Envelope 2 Master Mode: ENV2 (VCA) assumes control of Filter (VCF) Envelope.
Expressive Linear and Exponential Glide.
Front Panel-mounted External Audio input with level control.
Independent Release control of Filter and Amplifier.
Boomstar MIDI Learn feature for MIDI, Aftertouch and Modwheel.
Low/Last/High Note Priority, Env 1 inverting, VCF/VCA dynamics, and VCF Envelope Multi-trigger."

Click the images for the full size shots. Had to shrink them down a bit to format the page.

Original post:

This one was spotted and sent in via Soviet Space Child, via Studio Electronics Instagram feed.

The MIDIMini as you all likely know is Studio Electronics rackmount Minimoog. They originally converted vintage Minimoogs to the MIDIMoog and then followed with their own designed MIDIMini. You can find pics of a MIDIMoog here and an original MIDIMini here.

MeeBlip cubit go: easy USB MIDI interface, ultra-tight timing

via MeeBlip:

"Today, we’re announcing MeeBlip cubit go - a unique USB MIDI interface with incredibly tight timing.

It’s got the ports you most often need when mobile - one input, so you can perform, and four outputs, for sending notes and/or clock.

Here’s the twist: we’ve integrated hardware MIDI thru circuitry on the four outputs. Anything you send to the interface’s output goes to all four jacks simultaneously. There’s no software delay - you get rock-solid, ultra-tight timing.

That makes cubit go the perfect follow-up to our cubit splitter, introduced earlier this year. You still get four outs with identical timing - but now in a USB MIDI interface you can connect to your computer or mobile device.

cubit go is driverless and USB powered, so it works with any desktop OS, but also on phones and tablets (with the appropriate cables, sold separately). And the jacks are top-mounted for convenience.

Just plug it in and use it - there’s nothing to install, no separate power supply needed, and nothing to worry about. cubit go is palm-sized, lightweight, rugged, performs perfectly, and is easy to use.

Features:

1x1 USB MIDI interface with integrated hardware MIDI Thru
Class-compliant USB MIDI - no drivers needed
Four hardware-mirrored output jacks - no software lag
High performance 32-bit ARM Cortex processor
Bright green MIDI light flashes when sending or receiving data for easy troubleshooting
Size: 108 x 76 x 25 mm (4.25 x 3 x 1 inches), weighs 110 g (3.9 oz)
Includes 1 m (3 ft) USB cable
USB powered
Works with macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android*
Made in Canada, available only direct

cubit go is available now for $59.95 US.

Find the product page here.

Through August 23, we’re offering free worldwide shipping on cubit go and MeeBlip geode. Local tax and import duty may apply to international customers.

Also, if you missed it, we visited the amazing Hainbach last week [posted here], and our little MeeBlip geode got to meet his giant wall of sound. It was really fun to do."

Update: I reached out to Peter Kirn of Meeblip and Create Digital Music for some additional clarity on the cubit go. Here's what he had to say:

"It's a 1x1 USB MIDI interface.

The 1 input port is straightforward - that goes to the computer (or iPad or whatever).

The computer then *sends* MIDI to the output port.

That single output port's data is mirrored across all four MIDI output jacks, simultaneously - that's the MIDI thru circuitry. So for something like MIDI clock, it means all four output jacks have essentially zero timing variance from one another. (James likes to be precise - it's a maximum of 44 *nanoseconds*, so billionths of a second.)"

You can find some additional info on Create Digital Music here. Via the FAQ at the bottom:

Should I get cubit go or cubit splitter?

cubit splitter is the device for you if you want to take data sent to one MIDI input jack, and transmit that to four output jacks. (This is also called a “MIDI thru” box – they’re the same thing.)

cubit go is what you want if you need to get MIDI into and out of a computer or supported phone/tablet.

USB on cubit splitter is for power only. USB on cubit go carries both power and data.

Update2: If this is still conceptually foggy, I sent the following to Peter Kirn and he confirmed this is correct. In the most simplest terms, the MeeBlip cubit go is a USB only MIDI interface:

"The MIDI IN jack on the cubit go does not go directly to the MIDI OUTs but rather to the connected computer/USB device, which then does whatever you tell it to do (pass through or process). The USB device then sends to the four OUTs simultaneously as one OUT. The only messages going to the OUTs on the go come from the USB In. The MIDI OUT is just there so you can use external MIDI gear through the connected USB device. An example of how this is useful would be running multiple MIDI tracks on your software sequencer or DAW. The entire output would be transmitted to the four outs on the cubit go. If you have four tracks running you can assign a different MIDI Channel to each and then set each of your four MIDI devices to a corresponding MIDI channel. You can assign the incoming MIDI device coming through the cubit go a specific MIDI channel or channels either on the device itself or your software if supported (pass through or processed)."

Yamaha Montage 7 & Sequential Prophet 6

Published on Jan 2, 2019 Oliver G

"3 short improvised tracks presenting the combination of a Yamaha Montage 7 with a Sequential Prophet 6

No external effects other than master limiter

No editing, no sequencing, recorded directly into Cubase

© 2019 by Oliver Gruensteidl a.k.a. FunKeyLicious"

Teenage Engineering OP-Z Set to Ship Mid October

via Teenage Engineering

"– let us start by apologizing for the long delay. to develop new products can at times be quite hard and when you work on things that have never been done before, it's even harder. over the last year we have re-worked and re-thought in absurdum, but now when three long years of development have finally come to an end, we feel quite confident that you will actually thank us for that extra long wait.

why? you might ask...

– because the result is just pretty, pretty great."

Update: Additional details and specs are in:

"The Teenage Engineering OP–Z is the first stand-alone 16-track sequencer that allows synchronised live composition of music, visuals and lights. The OP-Z is one of a kind.

Born to be portable at just 212.5 mm wide, 57.5 mm in height and 10 mm thick, it weighs in at just 850g. With the absence of a screen, Teenage Engineering introduces the concept of ’bring your own display’ - use your iPhone, iPad or computer - the OP-Z is built for people on the move that already carry a great display in their pocket.

Packed with multiple synthesiser engines, beats, samples, effects, visuals and preset patterns, the OP-Z also has the ability to control up to 16 lights through DMX, it has Unity 3d® integration to let you interact with your own 3D worlds, as well a built-in photomatic feature which allows you to instantly sequence images taken with your smartphone camera.

The OP-Z has an expansion slot for modules that will add a range of hardware upgrades, each with its own unique functionality. The first module will be launched later this year.

Complete the OP-Z universe with a range of Teenage Engineering accessories like the bespoke design leather case.
OP-Z is ready to be used anytime, anywhere, straight out of your pocket.


Specifications
16-track multi-speed sequencer
16 individual and independent synthesis, sampler and control tracks
160 user programmable patterns
Interchangeable modular effects
14 multi-program step components
External screen with OP-Z ios app
Dual domain synthesis
6-Axis motion sensor (G-force)
Bluetooth 5.0 LE
1 year battery stand-by time
USB Type-C jack
USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable for charging and control included in package
3.5 mm 4-pole jack (stereo out/mic)
Integrated MEMS microphone

Pricing and Availability:
The Teenage Engineering OP-Z begins shipping mid-October 2018 priced at £529 RRP inc VAT."

Oberheim Matrix-12 Synthesizer Percussion Demo

Published on Jun 18, 2018 gstormelectro

"Audio and Video by G-Storm Electro c.2018

OMG that Snare sounds familiar. No drum machines or samplers were used in this demo. No, today you're getting a full dose of Oberheim Matrix-12 percussion sounds. Watch as I corral a group of freshly programmed percussion sounds together using MIDI assignments in multi-mode. The Beatstep Pro is in full trigger control. Muting tracks is done on the M12 channel volume page. Recorded direct to Tascam DR-05 via Mackie mixer. No effects mucking about whatsoever. I should be making the patches available sometime soon. Thanks for watching!"

New Gotharman's duoSpaze Synthesizer

Gotharman's duoSpaze - Presets Published on May 1, 2018 gotharman

"Most of the presets, that duoSpaze comes loaded with. Everything you hear is duoSpaze. No external gear were used, and only the samples it comes with were used."

Update via Gotharman:

Picture shows a prototype. On the final model, the text "Morph Settings" will be replaced by "Trigger 3/4". "Morph Settings" will be a touch button.

Specs:
Expected release date:
-July 2018. Pre-ordering are open now.

-Comes loaded with a bunch of original Gotharman drum samplings and presets.

-4 Parts. 2 Synth parts and 2 sampler parts. The Synth parts supports duophonic playback, and polyphonic playback via poly-chaining.

-4 oscillators arranged in 2 Synth parts with 2 oscillators each. For each synth part: Osc1: Morphable waveforms, FM to Osc2, PWM. Osc2: Sine, tri, saw, pulse and noise. Sync to Osc1, PWM.

-2 samplers arranged in 2 parts, with one sampler each. Start point can be adjusted and modulated, end point can be adjusted, Chop can be selected and modulated (up to 64 chops per sampling), and FM can be applied from the Osc2's of the Synth Parts. FM amount can also be modulated.

-2 Ring Modulators between Osc1 and Osc2 in the Synth Parts.

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Squarp Instruments Hermod Eurorack Module Videos by Sunshine Jones

Published on Apr 14, 2018 Sunshine Jones

Playlist (descriptions for each below):
HERMOD CURSORY INVESTIGATION
HERMOD INPUT CONTROLLERS
SQUARP HEMOD - TRANSPOSE SEQUENCE
HERMOD TRANSPOSITION // TWO
OK, WELL WHAT ABOUT REAL TIME ANALOG SEQUENCE RECORDING?
3AM DANCEFLOOR MADNESS
HERMOD - SEQUENCING TIME
HERMOD // CHANGE SEQUENCE VIA CV
QUICK & DIRTY CV RECORDING

Descriptions:

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RA Sessions: Legowelt

Published on Sep 11, 2017 Resident Advisor

"The Dutch artist performs a freaky extended live session.

This whole lo-fi, straight-to-tape, DIY aesthetic that’s so popular these days? Danny Wolfers invented it. OK, that’s an exaggeration. But it’s true that the Dutch artist has embodied these characteristics for longer than some of this style’s recent adopters have been alive. Wolfers gets additional respect for never wavering from these core tenets of his artistry. He’s popular, to be sure. He plays live all over the world, and he releases records on big labels like Clone and L.I.E.S. But he still clearly values unfiltered creativity above anything else.

Head over to his website. There’s a section for the Ableton plug-ins he makes and gives away. There’s a bit for his zine, Shadow Wolf Cyberzine. He writes reviews of old synthesizers, and has a section called Obseuriosa where you can download his weird, sample-based experiments. Then see his Discogs page. He has over 30 aliases, and he’s released two albums already this year. He called the first, A Vampire Goes West, “amateur space jazz meets professional ambient.” He described the second, Unfolding The Future With Amateur Space Jazz, as “a lo-fi minimal [wave-ish] version of cosmic space jazz and anything closely related to it... from spiritual soul, G-funk, Ethiopian jazz to ambient and everything in between.” (He wrote and illustrated a 24-page graphic novel for that one.) To summarise all of this in a few words, Wolfers is the real deal.

His RA Session is longest we’ve released so far, which was probably to be expected. He turned up to our London office last month with a trunk full of gear and, roughly speaking, performed five tracks. The first two are versions of forthcoming material, and from around 16 minutes onwards we get Wolfers in full-blown improv mode.

Visit the RA feature page: https://www.residentadvisor.net/features/3064

Director - Sophie Misrahi
Producer/editor - Guy Clarke
Camera - Sophie Misrahi, Guy Clarke, Patrick Nation
Sound Engineer - Jesal Chohan-Padia (Sound Services)"

32-BANKS ENSONIQ ESQ-1 SQ-80 ESQ-M ROM CARTRIDGE (1280 PATCHES)

Note: Auction links are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

"1 in 16 cartridge with a total of 1280 patches. (32 Banks* 40 Patches)

The sounds are from the previous volume 1 and 2. The card has all kind of patches (instruments, synths, FX...)

Compatible with the ESQ-1, ESQ-M and SQ-80.

This cart is read only, patches cannot be written on it. (only read)

3D printed case, gold plated contacts and LED power indicator.

Patch List:

ESQ CARD A
--------------------------------
1: STRBAS 2: 5OFSWE 3: ELZPNO 4: JBELL5 5: FLTORG
6: DGSLAP 7: BASS2 8: BRSBAS 9: PSTEEL 10: KETTLE
11: FIDDLE 12: PANPNO 13: BASTE 14: SEQ 3 15: DG-BRI
16: SQREEJ 17: DGWHO? 18: KEBASS 19: DGPNO2 20: MINIM5
21: SHRTST 22: MODSTR 23: 12 STR 24: SQR SAW 25: ICESAW
26: BLPNO3 27: NOBHRN 28: GRIND 29: ARIEL 30: SITAR
31: PWRHIT 32: VELSAX 33: BRUSH 34: HITBAS 35: HARP 5
36: STARK 37: HELIO3 38: FALOUT 39: BAS R2 40: E STR

ESQ CART B
--------------------------------
1: ATMOS2 2: CTHDRL 3: ATMOS3 4: SLITAR 5: SLITDR
6: LOWSAW 7: BRETH2 8: AIRVIB 9: ZEUS.. 10: MEOWST
11: GRVYRD 12: SPOTS 13: CATBEL 14: PLKORC 15: ZIFSTR
16: BONES 17: BRETH8 18: ALLEY1 19: DRIZLE 20: DRAMA
21: CUTTER 22: SPONGE 23: WASTRG 24: CRIKET 25: THRUSH
26: FOREST 27: QUISIL 28: SKITS 29: BRETH9 30: STLGUT
31: CRYSTL 32: VOXRES 33: AUHARP 34: PIANO4 35: REVERB
36: COWBEL 37: MINIM3 38: VIBES1 39: HRPSI2 40: MINIM3

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Upcoming Event: Cables of Love - A Live Modular Party

This is in via Todd Barton.

Full details via https://www.residentadvisor.net...

"This is a 100% modular synthesizer party.
All live sets.

Cables of Love

From subtle minimal and classic Techno, House & Acid, roaring noise and gently massaging subs to laser light shows & live visual projections of sound, Cables Of Love with the Humboldthain bring together a diverse range of local, pan-European and international talent for an extravaganza of ear-pleasing and booty shaking pleasure.

2 Stagess: 1 for Techno / House / Acid Party Dancing, 1 for Experimental, lots of live acts with their various Modular and DIY Synths.

Further additions to the Line Up TBA in due time but for now, here's some of the acts and their bios can be found below:

Laser Bros (AT/CZ)
Laser Bros creates a synesthetic experience of beauty by connecting 2D-laser projections and body shaking electric sound waves generated in real time by an analog modular synthesizer. Changing the visual will modify the audible and vice versa.
Laser Bros is a collaboration of Bernhard Rasinger (a.k.a. BR Laser) and Václav Peloušek (a synthesizer inventor at Bastl Instruments).

http://www.br-laser.com/

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Pain by Sound of Science (feat. John von Ahlen)

Published on Jul 26, 2017 rezfilter

New track from Analogue Solutions Tom Carpenter, and Jason Huffman.

"Pain & Remixes EP available on iTunes now!

Pain EP Remixes by Sound of Science (feat. John von Ahlen)

Synths featured:
Pro One, Korg 770, Waldorf XT, Wasp, Waldorf Wave, AS Modules, AS Telemark, RSF Kobol, EML400

Tracks:

Pain (original)
Pain (Mind Your Faith Remix) by Chad Glenn
Pain (Introvert Rework) by Introvert
Pain (Johnery Doo Mix) by Simon Forsyth
Pain (Adam et Eve Mix) by Chad Glenn

Sound of Science is a transatlantic duo comprising Tom Carpenter and Jason Huffman.

Tom is the man behind Analogue Solutions and has been building synthesizers for over 15 years. He has supplied synths to people such as Trent Reznor, Martin Gore, Vince Clarke, Phil Oakey, Daniel Miller, and many more. The designs are directly influenced by his love of electronic music.

Jason is an analogue synth wizard, composer and a lover of all things that make noise. He also produces the legendary Rezfilter videos (see YouTube) that highlight these excellent synthesizers. Together they have pooled their years of combined experience of songwriting and sound design to produce real songs using real synthesizers.

Vocals & Lyrical support by John von Ahlen: [ PARRALOX, SOUND OF THE CROWD, THE TENTH STAGE ]

John has been writing and producing music for over 15 years. His production/collaboration credits include Big Brother Australia, Delta Goodrem, Olivia Newton-John, Gina G, Belinda Emmett, Rove Live (TV Theme), skitHouse (TV Theme), Queer As Folk, The Wog Boy (Soundtrack), Tabula Rasa (Soundtrack), Johnny X, Mr Jones, Craig Heath, Real Life, Angelspit and Tankt."

Fast Clocking the DRE4MTR4CK Eurorack Sequencer Module Demo

Published on May 17, 2017 gstormelectro

"Audio and Video by G-Storm Electro c.2017

In this video I am showing what the DRE4MTR4CK sequencer module does best: dealing with fast incoming clock signals. With the DRE4MTR4CK I change octaves and patterns for each part, and rotate the track data.
Track 1: Synthesizer Box
Track 2: DNA Symbiotic Waves going to the JP-6 VCF
Track 3: Disting Osc going to Doepfer SEM filter
Tracks 1-3 going to Deflector Shield Phase Shifter and Big Sky
Clock randomization by 4MS RCD, getting its data rotated by Pittsburgh Toolbox S/H.
Track 4: Bass Pads by Juno-1 played off-camera (right hand), my own patch called Aurora Pad 2.
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Evolving Chords Eurorack Synthesizer Performance Demo

Published on Apr 4, 2017 gstormelectro

"Audio and Video by G-Storm Electro c.2017

Making use of evolving chord changes with my new DRE4MTR4CK Euro module available on Reverb. It has 4 independent tracks of polyphonic pitch control:
Track 1: Pittsburgh Synth Box, internal filter
Track 2: DNA Symbiotic Waves, JP-6 Filter clone
Track 3: Disting MK3, Doepfer SEM filter
Track 4: Rings, no filter.

Clocking direct to envelopes, triggering pitch changes manually. Track 1 pitch CV is going through a PM Toolbox slew limiter. Mix is going to Timefactor delay. Recorded direct through a Mackie 802 to a Tascam DR-05."

DRE4MTR4CK Eurorack Sequencer User Guide 3/3

Published on Apr 2, 2017 gstormelectro

All parts here.

"Audio and Video by G-Storm Electro c.2017

The DRE4MTR4CK is a simple and intuitive Pitch CV sequencer.
It has 4 steps, and it has 4 Individual tracks.
Each track has its own clock input, clock output, and Pitch CV output.
In this way, it can behave like 4 completely independent sequencers.

In this video I show how to use the DRE4MTR4CK in more detail.

0:00 Introduction
1:23 Installation Options
3:06 Boot-Up Defaults
3:32 Connections and Operations

DRE4MTR4CK is built by hand in limited quantities and will be available on Reverb soon. Full specs available on my blog.

**BLOG** http://gstormelectronica.blogspot.com/"