Soundscape #045 Spiral of Flow (Monome, Ciat-Lonbarde, Blippoo, GND-1, Daxophone, Drymba, Guitar)

video upload by Shirato_Noise

"Sketch of Sound Experiments."

Synclavier Digital's Regen Gets Wider Release

video upload by Synclavier Digital

Regen Tutorials


Regen Quickies


You can find additional posts featuring demos of the Regen here.

Press Release follows:

"Synclavier Digital releases regenerated Synclavier® II trailblazer as timeless Regen desktop synthesizer bolstered by present-day DSP developments

NOVA SCOTIA, CANADA: soft-launched late last year to widespread critical acclaim at the Synthplex® synthesizer expo and electronic music festival hosted at the Marriott Convention Center in Burbank, CA, USA with pre-orders opening for fulfilment in 2023, timeless synthesis product manufacturer Synclavier Digital is proud to announce wider availability of Regen — released as a desktop synthesizer that is, in short, a real regeneration of New England Digital’s seminal Synclavier® II digital synthesizer that took the pro audio industry by storm when introduced in its initial incarnation in 1980 (evolving beyond that to blaze more technological trails with polyphonic sampling and, ultimately, DAW — Digital Audio Workstation — capabilities well before that term was invented, even), extended and enhanced to take advantage of the increased computing power available today to make it as compelling in a modern setting as the prohibitively pricey original did during its time (finding favour with top-tier film composers, record producers, and recording artists), while the considerable cost and size reductions associated with Regen’s present-day design criteria conversely position it well within reach of (almost) anyone — as of June 29…

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GND-1 Speak and Glitch Speech Chip Synthesizer 2023

via this auction

You can find demos on one in previous posts here.

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Error Instruments Speak & Glitch

video upload by errorinstruments paul tas

Curious if this is based on the Speak & Glitch GND-1, but with added patch points.

You can find other speak n spell based glitch synths in previous posts here. See the Circuit Bent Speak & Spell available from Noisebug here.

Speak & Glitch GND-1 | Circuit Bent Speak Chip Synthesizer

video upload by Shirato_Noise

"This compact synthesizer seems to contain every imaginable Speak Chip-based bent sound we can imagine. I have great appreciation and respect for Richard for making this instrument a reality."

Speak and Glitch GND-1 circuit bent speech chip synthesizer

video upload by GND-1

"Here's a short promo for our new Speak& Glitch GND-1, a Circuit Bent Speech Chip Synthesizer unlike any other. Based on an accurate emulation of the speech chip inside the popular Speak and Spell game, the GND-1 pushes into previously impossible circuit bending realms letting you create loops, rhythms and synth sounds in totally new ways.

In addition to the stereo audio output from the synth chip, the MIDI-out rhythm generator on the GND-1 was driving a software 808 drum machine. But it can drive any midi compatible device, whether it's software, hardware, or even mechanical, both via USB midi and a dedicated 5-pin DIN connector.

See richardvanhoesel.com/gnd1 for more info.

p.s. the 'flickering' OLED display on the GND-1 in the video is just a video artifact."

Elektron Machinedrum SPS-1 UW+ MK II - X04 Dub

video by TheTrackdriver

"All sounds are from the Elektron Machinedrum SPS-1 UW+ MK II. I am only using the new features that came with the X.04 unofficial OS, mainly in the GND machines (melodic). I used a CT-scan of my Machinedrum for the visualisations. The clips are rendered with Inside Explorer Pro from Interspectral AB."

Reverselandfill Apple Tree Noise & Drone Synth

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"This is a fully build handmade drone / noise synthesizer.

The case is made of a solid block mahogany hardwood. The case is hollowed out with a router tool to fit the electronics.
The "appletree" picture is laser-engraved.
The wood is finished with tung oil & clear laquer.
Potmeters are all 16mm Alpha's, knobs are red plastic.
On the back the case is closed off with a metal plate. It has rubber / soft feet.

Sounds:

Section 1: (Drone)
Dual triangle oscillators are hard-switched through an analog switch by a fast squarewave clock.
Then the signal goes into a lowpass filter.
Sounds vary from deep rumbling drones to phasing screaming lead sounds.

You have control over the two pitches of the main oscillators, the clock frequency and the filter cutoff.

Section 2: (Noise)
4 squarewave oscillators that modulate each others frequency,
go through a clock divider and are mixed together.

You have control over the four pitches of the oscillators.

Section 3: (patchbay)
There are 24 patchpoints.
9 of these are touch based (also patchable by 4mm banana jacks), the other 15 points are 2mm banana sockets.
Drone section patchpoints: OSC1, OSC2, Clock
Noise section patchpoints: 12 clockdivisions, noise1, noise2, mix1, mix2, mix3

Output:
2x 6.3mm jack output.

Power:
Power: 9v/12v bus for adapter (outer ring is GND, center pin is +V)
Note: Power Adapter not included.

Size:
24x19x6 cm"

CASIO PT-7 w/ Original Box

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2nd one this month

"Near Mint Condition Casio PT-7 with Original Box, Operation Manual and Brand New Batteries Included (instrument with tiny polyphonic touch sensor keypad & analogue rhythm)

This is clearly one of the most bizarre and innovative instruments created by Casio, because this tiny thing has a detachable keyboard with 29 soft touch foil keys, and this is not just a monophonic toy tablehooter but a real 8 note(!) polyphonic instrument with analogue rhythm and a small but high quality loudspeaker that makes a very respectable organ sound.

This strange Casio invention permits special play techniques with very rapid glissandos and was one of the forgotten milestones in the struggle of overcoming the clumsy piano key relic on electronic consumer instruments.

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New Paper Synth PS-301 Wavefolder Demonstration & Upcoming Workshop

Published on Nov 13, 2015 Antti Pussinen

"Paper Synth PS-301 Diode Wavefolder demonstration video for Paper Synthesizer workshop series by Antti Pussinen & Wolfgang Spahn

The input waveform is saw wave.

www.dernulleffekt.de
www.anttipussinen.net
www.wolfgang-spahn.de"

Additional details including info on the upcoming workshop:

"In this episode of paper synthesizer workshop, we are building a diode wavefolder, that sounds a bit like a resonant filter, but has a very unique sound.

PS301 Diode Wavefolder is a dynamic waveform processor module, that changes the color and the overtones of a sound, while keeping the same base note. The design is originally Jürgen Haible's take on “Serge Wave Multiplier, middle section”. Yves Usson of YuSynth added an exponential VCA to the design, making voltage control possible, and we modified the circuit further to fit our design requirements.

The module takes in a 10VPP sine, triangle or saw wave and folds this waveform back into itself up to 7 times at the crossover point of the wave.The effect sounds a kind of mix of frequency modulation and mid resonance filtering.

The Controls Include 'CV attenuation', 'Fold Range' (which can also be contolled with 0-5v control voltage) and 'Fold Amount' which changes the amount of folds. Inputs and outputs conform to eurorack standards of 10Vpp, and it runs on eurorack +-12v power supply, and even with +15v power supply from Frack Rack or MOTM synthesizer systems.

ll the tools and materials will be provided.

The faceplate is not included!

The workshop will be held in German and English.

Material and further informations:

http://paperpcb.dernulleffekt.de/doku.php?id=paper_synth%3Aps301_wavefolder

The costs are 60,00€ for the materials.
Please register at: post@wolfgang-spahn.de
The workshop will be held at: Mülhauserstr. 6. Hofgebäude 1. OG

A Workshop by Antti Pussinen & Wolfgang Spahn"

Some details from Paper Synth:

"Ps301 Diode Wavefolder is a dynamic waveform processor module, that changes the color and the overtones of a sound, while keeping the same base note. The design is originally Jürgen Haible's take on “Serge Wave Multiplier, middle section”. Yves Usson of YuSynth added an exponential VCA to the design, making voltage control possible, and we modified the circuit further to fit our design requirements.

The module takes in a 10Vpp sine, triangle or saw wave and folds this waveform back into itself up to 7 times at the crossover point of the wave.The effect sounds a kind of mix of frequency modulation and mid resonance filtering.

The Controls Include “CV attenuation”, “Fold Range” (which can also be contolled with 0-5v control voltage) and 'Fold Amount' which changes the amount of folds. Inputs and outputs conform to eurorack standards of 10Vpp, and it runs on eurorack +-12v power supply, and even with +15v power supply from Frack Rack or MOTM synthesizer systems.

Theory of operation

A PS-301 Wavefolder adds overtones to a waveform, a bit like a distortion unit or a resonant filter. But instead of clipping or ringing, when the waveform peak goes over a certain limit, it folds back and creates a new odd harmonic component. Jürgen Haible had a really good explanation of the process on his site, and since its impossible to know how long the legacy site is kept up, i copy it here:

'A string of diodes is driven with the amplified and level shifted input signal. After each diode there is a “tap” with a resistor that will contribute positive or negative to the output of a two-opamp subtracting amplifier. There are two virtual GND nodes for these summing and subtracting operation. By feeding these virtual GND nodes alternately from the taps of the diode string, you can have the output voltage increased when one diode drop voltage is reached, and have the output voltage decreased again when the next diode in row starts conducting. The number of valleys and peaks is only determined by the length of the diode string, and not by the number of opamps. It turned out that choosing equal resistor values results in an almost regular pattern of the voltage transfer function.'"

Korg MS-20m Monophonic Synthesizer Kit and SQ-1 Step Sequencer Video & MS-20m Details

Uploaded on Jan 15, 2015 Korg

"The new MS-20m and SQ-1 open a whole world of analog experimentation. Connect, sync, and sequence all your gear with the flexible SQ-1 Step Sequencer, and take the famous MS-20 sound to new levels with the FM and sync features of the tabletop MS-20m"

Note the SQ-1 comes included with the MS-20m kit. The MS-20m has a selectable filter switch on the front panel while the original MS-20 kit had to be set internally. There are number of additional improvements outlined directly below. [Details on the SQ-1 just posted here]. Fun little bit of trivia is you can see SN 000001 on the back image below. Often there is no serial number in promo shots. Thought it was kind of neat and adds to the history of whomever this particular unit ends up with.  Also note it's lower case "m".

First, the enhancements over the original:

"Carrying on the distinctive synthesis of the MS-20, the MS-20M features additional improvements in both looks and functionality. Extending to detailed aspects of the design, the sound-creating possibilities have been dramatically boosted, making this sound module even more attractive and raising it to an even higher state of completion.

SYNC ON/OFF switch allows oscillator sync
Oscillator sync forcibly synchronizes the phase of VCO1 to the phase of VCO2, producing a powerful sound with complex overtones.

FM ON/OFF switch allows frequency modulation
The VCO1 waveform can be used to frequency-modulate the VCO2 waveform (FM or cross modulation), creating vibrato effects or extreme metallic sounds.

FILTER TYPE switch lets you select two types of filter
The original MS-20 used two different VCF circuits depending on the date of production, and now you can choose either of these with a single switch. The earlier model (REV.1) has an aggressive character with distinctive distortion and self-oscillation, while the later model (REV.2) has minimal noise and a sweet, mellow sound.

PWM IN jack allows pulse width modulation
The PWM provided on the MS-10 of the past is now possible on the MS-20. By cyclically modulating the pulse width of the VCO1 square wave, you can obtain a distinctively fat sound.

EG2 NORMAL OUT jack expands your sound-creating potential
In addition to the previous EG2 REV OUT, we've provided a normal EG2 OUT that varies in the range of 0V--+5V.

TRIG SW button lets you conveniently audition the sound
Even on this keyboardless unit, the trigger switch lets you smoothly audition the sound while you edit the parameters.

Numerous jacks have been added to the MS-20M, letting you connect it with any type of device.

All CV/GATE specifications are supported: Hz/V and V/Oct, S-Trig and V-Trig
From the time when it was originally produced, the CV standard used by the MS-20 was not the commonly used V/Oct standard, but rather the Hz/V standard that provided superior pitch stability. However, like the MS-50 of that time, the MS-20M Kit provides CV IN jacks for both the Hz/V standard and the V/Oct standard.

For the TRIG IN jack that receives gate signals, jacks are provided not only for the S-Trig standard as on the original MS-20, but also for the widely used V-Trig standard. The MS-20M Kit supports any sequencer or controller that's equipped with CV/GATE output.

Three JUNCTION jacks
Three sets of the junction jacks once provided by the MS-50 are also provided. Output signals from the SQ-1 step sequencer or similar device can be converted from a mini-phone plug to a 1/4" phone plug, or those signals can be distributed to multiple destinations for a variety of possibilities.

MIDI IN connector and USB connector
There's a MIDI IN connector that can receive note messages, and a USB-MIDI connector that can transmit and receive note messages. You can perform using a taktile or other MIDI keyboard, or perform sequences that you've recorded on your DAW.

And the general description for the archives:

"The evolution of the MS-20, delivering even more powerful synthesis.
A module that you assemble, with a step sequencer included.
The classic MS-20 analog synthesizer that appeared in 1978 has been reborn as a perfect reproduction of the original circuit, first in 2013 as the mini-sized MS-20 mini, and now in 2014 as the MS-20 Kit that you can assemble yourself.

The MS-20 Mini and the Kit were designed by the engineers who developed the original MS-20. At its introduction, the designers of the MS-20 wanted to create an interesting product quickly; the result was an enormous hit, but the designers felt there were actually a few things left undone. Now, after 37 years, the user-assembled MS-20M Kit has been completed.

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Introducing the Nodular Desktop Synthesizer - Two Sided Analog Monophonic Semi-Modular Synthesizer

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Update: the maker/brand name for this synth is ndlr.synths. I created a new channel label for them. We have a new synthesizer manufacturer in town.  See second "Update" at the bottom of this post for additional notes on the design.

via the auction:
"Up for sale: one monophonic analog synthesizer. I've been making analog synthesizers for about 15 years now, but this is the first I am offering up for sale to the 'general public'. I am hoping to make a business out of selling this particular model, and you could be my very first customer.

The pictures show the same unit that is up for sale. The cabinet is made from 3/4" natural cherry boards, except for the base, which is made of 3/4" MDF. Both instrument panels are made of 1/8" thick anodized aluminum. The panels have been mechanically engraved and the engravings filled with chemically hardened black enamel paint. The whole unit measures about 18" wide by 18" deep by 12" tall. It weighs about 40 pounds. This is a very well made unit, with sturdy instrument panels that'll last a lifetime.

This synthesizer has its own +15/+10/GND/-10/-15 volt power supply and will only run on 120VAC 60Hz. It consumes about 45 watts of power at full bore.

All the modules in this synthesizer have been designed to work together seamlessly, and all use the same standards: 1 volt per octave, 10 volt peak-to-peak signal voltages, and 5 volt peak-to-peak gate, trigger, and control voltages. All patches are made among the modules via banana jacks. And a few different ways of interfacing to external modules or instruments are offered via 1/4" phone jacks.

A description of the different modules follows:

(1) ring modulator

(1) white and pink noise and random voltage source

(1) sample/track & hold

(1) voltage comparator

(2) low frequency oscillators (LFOs):

(1) headphone amplifier

Both offer voltage controlled frequency, variable offset and symmetry, and sinusoidal, triangular, and pulse wave outputs. By adjusting the speed knob, the frequency can be changed from about 20Hz down to really, really, slow. This range can be extended through voltage control.

(3) voltage controlled oscillators (VCOs):

All three offer 1 volt per octave frequency control, voltage controlled pulse width modulation, ac-coupled linear frequency control, hard sync, and sine, triangle, sawtooth, and pulse wave outputs. They'll track to within .2% over at least 8 octaves with basically negligible temperature drift once the enclosure is warmed up. And they'll operate from below audio to above audio frequencies.

In addition, the first VCO offers a frequency range switch and fine tuning.

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Korg MS-20 Kit Semi Modular Synthesizer: Analog / CV Gate / Midi / USB

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"Build a real MS-20 with your own hands
Creating an instrument your own hands is the part of the true enjoyment of an analog synthesizer. The MS-20 Kit lets you obtain a real, full-sized MS-20 by assembling it yourself. It goes without saying that, just like the MS-20 mini released in January 2013, the engineers who developed the original MS-20 have overseen this project - ensuring that its historic sound is reproduced with complete fidelity. In addition, the MS-20 Kit provides the filters from both the early and late versions of this classic instrument and it even allows you to switch between them. Today, 36 years after this historic instrument was first unveiled in 1978, the MS-20 returns to its true origin.

A full-size MS-20 that you can assemble yourself
The MS-20 Kit is a kit that lets you obtain a real MS-20 by assembling the parts according to the directions in the owner's manual. Most of the steps are simply a matter of tightening screws or fitting parts together, so you don't need to know about soldering or electronic circuitry. Beyond any doubt, the analog sound generated by the MS-20 that you yourself completed will sound more valuable than that of any other synthesizer.

Unlike the MS-20 mini, the MS-20 Kit is a full-size unit with a standard-sized keyboard, and the plugs are also full sized 1/4" phone plugs.

Two types of filter are provided: both the early and later versions
The original MS-20 used different VCF circuits depending on the date of production. Units produced in the earlier period used a filter noted for its distinctive distortion and self-oscillation, while the filter used in later units was a low-noise design with a more mellow character. Amazingly, this new MS-20 Kit provides both filters. You can switch between the two by moving a jumper pin on the circuit board according to your taste or needs

Overseen by the engineers of the original MS-20; a complete replication of the original analog circuitry
Just like the MS-20 mini, development of the MS-20 Kit was led by the original engineers themselves, who spared no effort to perfectly replicate the circuitry of the original unit. When it was necessary to substitute a part, the engineers made the decision based on their own ears, ensuring that the exact sound of the original unit has been reproduced. In fact, the sound of the MS-20 kit has a somewhat bright and extreme quality to it because its sound is that of an original MS-20 in mint condition at the time it went on sale, before any of the components aged.

2VCO / 2VCF / 2VCA / 2EG / 1LFO structure
The MS-20 kit reproduces the distinctive synthesis of the MS-20; two oscillators with ring modulation, and envelope generators with hold and delay.

External signal processor (ESP) for processing an external signal
The ESP carries on the experimental spirit of MS-20; it allows you to use the pitch or volume of an external audio source to control the synthesizer. For example, you can input an electric guitar and use the MS-20 kit as a guitar synthesizer, or input a mic and use it as a vocal synthesizer.

Extremely flexible patching system
The patching system provided to the right of the panel lets you create complex sounds by plugging-in cables to change the connections between the various units. The possibilities are limited only by the user's imagination; different combinations of the modulation input/output and trigger, sample and hold, and noise generator can produce an incredible variety of sounds. By patching according to the MS-20 flow chart that’s printed on the panel, even the beginner can start taking advantage of these possibilities right away.

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ADDAC210 Open Heart Surgery Eurorack Breadboard Module

via ADDAC Sys on Facebook

"ADDAC210 Open Heart Surgery, Eurorack and Arduino development board, coming soon!"

Update: Details:

"ADDAC210 OPEN HEART SURGERY features

.On/Off Power switch
.Current consumption 3 led display with short circuit protection shutdown via electro-mechanical relays triggered when above 700mA:
150mA, 400mA, 700mA/OFF
.Arduino shield headers in the back, usb cable comes out from the side, all arduino pins in the front panel!

.Main power connections:
-12V, GND, +12V

.Secondary power connections (variable voltage regulators) adjustable via the front panel small trimpots:
-3/10V, +3/10V

.Frontpanel parts:
1x breadboard

2x 10K Pots
1x 50k Pot
2x 100k Pots
1x 1M Pot

4x Leds
1x Photocell

2x SPST (normally open) push switches
1x DPDT (on/on) toggle switch
1x SPDT (on/on) toggle switch
2x SPDT (on/off/on) toggle switches

1x 3.5mm stereo jack
5x 3.5mm mono jack
1x 1/4'' stereo jack

.Comes with 1M Long power cable to have it outside any frame.

An optional parts kit will also be available.

Estimated Price: 270-320€

Early bird price: 250€
if 5 users commit to this we'll push it into production and plan of having these ready in 3-5 weeks!"

via Pierre Serné of PatchPierre.NET on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge.

Blue Lantern Modules - DUO DIGITAL VCLFO Eurorack format

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See the seller's other items for more.

"The price is below the intended retail price. So save some $$$$$ before the final release. I have (4) of these to sell.

This is the updated module that is to replace the BLM 'White VCLFO'. I decided to include both of Tom Wiltshire's digital lfo's on one module. I feel they both compliment each other. I am giving you a nice price before the officially release of this product. This is a small run of 4 units. I kept (1) for myself and am selling the rest of them. The sale of these is to raise money and pay for a bigger run.

M3 panels screws, and 10pin to 16 pin IDC cable is included.
Some notes about Blue Lantern Modules: I like to use -12v gnd gnd gnd +12v on the actual module power connector. I don't use the rest of the doepfer pins: 5v, gate, cv. I use keyed headers. So the way I crimp the IDC cable I have the red strip facing up on the module itself. Red strip on a Blue Lantern Module product means -12v...

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unboxing A-152 addressed T&H/ Switch

Published on Sep 5, 2013

"unboxing A-152 addressed T&H/ Switch
first tweaking with
A149-1 RCV Quantized\Stored Random Voltages
Make noise Function as clock
LDB 1e analog drums
2x monotron-e bass
Pittsburgh sequencer

patch :

LDB 1e analog drums are triggered by a152 Dig out
monotron -e lfo are feed into a149-1
a149 dig rnd outs are feed into a152 sw i/o
function eor and eoc are used as clock for a149 and pittsburg sequencer
pittsburg sequencer two outputs are sent to monotron-e 1v/oct
both monotron-e filters are controlled but it's LFO
function + and - are sent to lfo rest on both monotron-e
a152 T&H controls both monotron-e VCO cv

audio is sent to ableton live and processed with audio damage dr device"

via Doepfer:

"Module A152 is a very useful switching and T&H module. It combines a voltage addressed 1-to-8 multiplexer and 8 fold T&H that can be used as kind of an analog shift register too. The active in/output is displayed by a LED. The digital output of the currently addressed step outputs "high". The remaining digital outputs are low.

Instead of voltage control even clock/reset controlled addressing of the active step is possible. The rising edge of each clock signal causes an advance to the next state. The rising edge of the reset signal resets to step 1.

Basis principles: The sum of the voltages coming from the manual Address control and the CV input define the currently addressed step of the 3 sub-devices. If the module is controlled by clock and reset the control voltage has to remain unchanged as the CV control has priority over the clock/reset control (e.g. simply turn the CV control fully counterclockwise and do not touch the Address control knob).

Sub-device #1 is the bidirectional 8-fold multiplexer (kind of an electronical 8-fold rotary switch). Bidirectional means that it works into both directions like a mechanical rotary switch: the common socket may work as an output that is connected to one of the 8 inputs that are e.g. connected to modulation or audio sources. But the common socket may even function as input. In this case the signal applied to the common socket is output to the currently addressed single socket. The voltage range of the in/outputs to be switched is the full A-100 voltage range -12V....+12V. All A-100 signals can be switched without any restrictions.

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VBrazil Chronos 16 Sequencer Hybrid Analog Sequencer & Realistic Moog MG-1

Um Moog Concertmate Realistic sendo controlado por um sequencer V-Synth Chronos 16

Published on Apr 24, 2013 Paulo Beto·155 videos

via vBrazil translated to Googlish (note there is a eurorack version):

"Description:

The first button, RUN / STOP, or starts to scan the sequences.

Most issues occur in operation or stop the scan, including SAVE and LOAD.

The VALUE knob is unique to the selection of notes, which allows speed and simplicity in issues, especially in real time.

In the bottom block of buttons, red LED's indicate the position of the scan and green LEDs indicate the step / selected memory.

The LAST STEP button determines the size of the sequence. Say the desired size of 12 steps. Presses the button 12 and then the LAST STEP. Done. The sequencer will sweep the Step1 to Step12.

The button TRIGGER ON / OFF enables / disables the output of a trigger pulse in step selected. Works like the LAST STEP, you select the step, presses TRIGGER ON / OFF and the trigger is disabled for that step. If it is already disabled reabilitado.Os LED's on the TRIGGER button indicates its status (red LED, triggers the sequence A and sequence B Green LED).

The fourth button, SEQ A / B, selects and indicates the sequence editing.

The fifth button, CLOCK INT / EXT, selects and displays the clock source. Red LED = internal clock and external clock = green LED.

SAVE & LOAD buttons:

Regarding memory operations, only the buttons 1 to 8 act.

To save a sequence in the third memory just press button 3 and button SAVE.

To load the sequence 5, pressing the button 5, then the LOAD button. Done.

The FREQ pot controls the frequency of the internal clock.

In the stand alone version, the supply is made ​​by an external 9VDC, connection type Boss (Central Terminal = GND), not supplied.

Eurorack version: Width = 45hp (228mm)"

New Enclave Flight Cases with Make Noise Power

"The Enclave Flight Cases With Make Noise Power have landed……………….

Enclave Flight 6U Features:

• 104hp
• 2 5/8 Inches / 67mm Depth
• Solid Dovetail Construction – no screws to pull out
• Military Grade two part polyurethane elastomer coating inside and out; Fabric Free (No Tolex to Snag or tear)
• Chevron Black Polymer Corners
• Back Rubber Feet
• Meets all Airplane carry on requirements; only 11 lbs without modules
• Vector Rails with Sliding Nuts. Rails have no slots for losing nuts. Rails are easily removable for adding or removing nuts; 20 nuts per rail and 80 screws
• Carrying handle
• Built In Eye pads for carrying strap
• 12 lbs
• IN STOCK

Make Noise Powered Bus Board for Enclave Flight 6u:

• Power from +15V to +18V DC Wall-Wart, anywhere in the world
• Outputs: 1.4A +12V regulated, 1A -12 regulated, 250mA +5V regulated (there is an option for 1.5A +5V at added cost)
• 24 euro power connectors (2 x 8 male .1" headers)
• Spade connectors for DC IN/ OUT/ GND (for chaining of DC power to multiple boards)
• Spade connectors for +/-12V, System GND, +5V, and the CV/ Gate bus lines (for expansion)
• No heat to dissipate
• Low Noise, high stability
• Conservative Current rating
• Automatic ramp down to shut-off when current draw exceeds 2.2A
• Delayed power up to avoid false blowing of fuses (when powering up several Metasonix modules for example)
• Super-Efficient, averaging 90% efficiency. Much greener then typical linear supplies
• Unique design allow for powering two rows without the need for the passive bus board and additional wiring
• Lightweight and low profile (less than 18mm height)

Enclave Flight 3U Features:

• 104hp
• 2 5/8 Inches / 67mm Depth
• Solid Dovetail Construction – no screws to pull out
• Military Grade two part polyurethane elastomer coating inside and out; Fabric Free (No Tolex to Snag or tear)
• Chevron Black Polymer Corners
• Back Rubber Feet
• Meets all Airplane carry on requirements; only 7 lbs without modules
• Vector Rails with Sliding Nuts. Rails have no slots for losing nuts. Rails are easily removable for adding or removing nuts; 20 nuts per rail and 80 screws
• Carrying handle
• IN STOCK

Power:

• Make Noise Mini-PWR
• Switching power for use anywhere in the world
• Outputs: 800mA +12V regulated, 500mA -12 regulated, 250mA +5V regulated
• 2 euro power connectors for connecting Bus Cables
• No heat, Low Noise and Stable
• Automatic shut-off when current draw exceeds 1.2A
• Lightweight and low profile (less then 18mm height)

We strongly suggest you anticipate your power requirements at www.modulargrid.net. You will quickly see that the Enclave power board is more than adequate for almost all configurations that will fit in a 104hp 3u case."

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NAMM 2013: New KORG Mini MS-20 Revealed in German Magazine?

Rough translation:
"Korg is celebrating their 50th company anniversary this year, the MS-20 turns 35. This suggest paying homage to this cult synth. And indeed, on NAMM 2013 Korg presents a "real", fully analog MS-20, just as we know and love it.

Called Mini-MS-20, it is ca. 15% smaller than the original, and sports a MIDI In and a USB MIDI port. This isn't using surplus Legacy cases as some have speculated (which were 20% smaller) but instead individually designed cases, equipped with a specifically developed keybed. The main PCB is more or less euqivalent to the original, including the components selected to be as close to the original as possible. It is not yet known which filter variant has been chosen, although it may be assumed that, just with the Monotron, it will be equivalent to the Korg35 chip, with slight modifications.

BTW, project management were the same engineers who did the originals. As a consequence, the instruments include the original manual, including patch sheets. You don't have to be a seer to expect a golden future for the Mini MS-20. With a suggested price of 600 Euros, this will find many friends, and will make all those happy who couldn't afford a 'real' MS-20 due to their exorbitant 2nd hand prices"

Update: giant size pic of the front. Click here to see it in its full size glory, or click the pic to the left for a smaller but still fairly large image.  The image is from KORG.de, here

Update 2: And the product page in German.  Googlish:

"MS-20 mini | Monophonic Synthesizer

The MS-20 is reborn! 1978 original circuits come to life

Presented in 1978, the MS-20 monophonic synthesizer, thanks to its rich, robust sound, his powerful, iconic analog filters and flexible patching options to be popular today. The typical sounds of the original MS-20, the Korg MS-20 synthesizer plug-in the Legacy Collection and the iMS-20 app for the iPad, now attracting more than 300,000 users.

Now the sounds of the MS-20, MS-20 are in the mini wakes to new life. The same engineers who developed the 1978 MS-20, today's circuits reproduced faithfully and its physical size reduced to 86% of the original size, without changing the traditional and timeless look of the model or to waive details!

The MS-20 mini fascinated today with absolutely authentic analog synthesizer sounds of his ancestors.

Developer comments

The 50-year anniversary KORG we again engaged in an analogue synth and this effort to create flowing parameter settings that characterize analog synthesizer especially. The original specifications of the MS-20 should remain intact. The developed by us 35 years ago, analog circuits still deliver the same unbeatable, powerful sound, from the lowest bass to the extreme heights. To experience the depth of the MS-20 mini, you have to play it yourself!

Highlights

The MS-20 mini was realized by the engineers of the first MS-20 and used a complete reproduction of the original analog circuit
2VCO / 2VCA / 2VCF / 2EG / 1LFO structure
Self-oscillating high pass / low pass filter with a unique distortion
External signal processor (ESP)
Extremely flexible patching system
Reproduction of the MS20 at 86% of its physical size
Reproduces every detail of the original, down to the packaging, the manual in the original style, the template for the patch panels and patch cables
MIDI IN and USB port"

Update 3: some additional specs:
"Keyboard - control voltage output (exponential) (0 - +8 V)
Keyboard - trigger output (+5 V -> GND)
VCO-2-1 + VCO control voltage input (linear response) (0 - +8 V)
VCO-2 control voltage input (linear response) (0 - +8 V)
Second VCO:
VCO-1 + VCO-2 external frequency control input (OCT / V) (-5 V - +5 V)
Third VCF:
External signal input (max 3 Vp-p.)
External control input for the cutoff frequency of the high-pass filter (2oct / V) (-5 V - +5 V)
External control input for the cutoff frequency of the lowpass filter (2oct / V) (-5 V - +5 V)
4th VCO + VCF:
Total external modulation input (T.EXT) (-5 V - +5 V)
5th VCA:
External control input of the initial gain (0 - +5 V)
6th EC:
EC 1 envelope - Normal output (-5 V - 0 V)
EC 1 envelope - turned output (+5 V - 0 V)
EC EC 1 + 2 trigger input (-> GND)
EC 1 trigger input (-> GND)
EC 2 envelope - turned output (+5 V - 0 V)
7th MG:
Delta output (sawtooth positive - Triangle - Sawtooth inverted) (5 Vp-p)
Square-wave output (pulse width - rectangle - narrow pulse) (0 - +5 V)
8th Noise Generator:
Pink noise output (5 Vp-p)
White Noise output (5 Vp-p)
9th Sample and Hold:
Clock trigger input (-> GND)
Sample signal input (5 Vp-p max.)
S / H output (5 Vp-p max.)
10th Modulation VCA:
Control voltage input (0 - +5 V)
Signal input (-5 V - +5 V)
Signal output (-5 V - +5 V)
11th Game Help Manual:
Control Wheel-output (-5 V <-0 v=""> +5 V)
Non-locking switch output (-> GND)"

6HP MIDI TO CV CONVERTER

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"MIDI TO CV CONVERTERS ARE NOW RELEASED. IT IS SMT BASED. THIS IS FOR DOEPFER COMPATIBLE, EURO FORMAT, MODULAR SYNTHESIZERS.
YOU HAVE TO HAVE A MODULAR CASE FOR YOU TO USE THIS.

A 10 TO 16 PIN HEADER/IDC CABLE AND PANEL SCREWS ARE INCLUDED (M3 TYPE) WITH PURCHASE. THIS FOLLOWS THE -12V GND GND +12V SCHEME. NO EXTERNAL 5V RAIL IS REQUIRED.

MODEL: EURO 6HP MIDI TO CV

CONTROL:
(1) PORTAMENTO KNOB TO DO THE FUNKY WORM OR GANSTER WHISTLE

JACK OUTPUTS:
(2) PITCH CV OUTS
(2) GATE 0-5V OUTS
*BOTH OF THESE OUT PUT AT THE SAME TIME, THIS IS A MONOPHONIC CONVERTER

(1) MIDI CC TO CV OUTPUT
(1) TRIGGER OUT. (THIS IS NOT A CLOCK, IT IS FOR TRIGGERING PERC. MODULES OR ENVELOPES GENERATORS)
(1) GLIDE 0-5V OUT
(1) ACCENT 0-5V OUT

THERE IS ONLY A MIDI INPUT.
(1) LED INDICATES POWER, AND THE OTHER (1) INDICATES MIDI INCOMING NOTES.

YOU CAN CHANGE MIDI CHANNEL 1-16# USING A DIP SWITCH ON THE CIRCUIT PCB."