Foundations Of Synthesis Tutorials by Bob Moog Foundation's Marc Doty

YouTube Published on Aug 20, 2012 by ASKVideoTutorials

Playlist (note these are previews, see the macProVideo link below to purchase full episodes):
Foundations Of Synthesis 101: The Synthesis Of Synthesis - "In this 1st course in the 6-part series on the Foundation Of Synthesis: The Synthesis Of Synthesis, Bob Moog Foundation lead educator, Marc Doty, introduces you to the basic concepts of the physics of sound. Here you'll learn all about the two foundational ingredients of sound and synthesis, frequency and amplitude, and how they interact in myriads of ways to create every aspect of what makes sound... SOUND!!"

Foundations of Synthesis 102: The Oscillator - "This 2nd course in the 6-part series on the Foundation Of Synthesis is all about Oscillators. Bob Moog Foundation lead educator, Marc Doty, introduces you to the basic concepts of sound generation and waveforms.You'll see and hear these waveforms in action as master synthesist, Marc Doty, brings out his arsenal of "collector" synths and explains the details of what made these famous analog and digital instruments tick!"

The Foundation Of Synthesis 103: The Filter - "If Oscillators generate sound, then do Filters degenerate sound? Find out in this 3rd course in the 6-part series on the Foundation Of Synthesis that is all about Filters and Subtractive Synthesis. Bob Moog Foundation lead educator, Marc Doty, introduces you to the basic concepts of sound filtering. You'll learn about cut-off frequencies, resonance modulation and more as you watch every filtered waveform displayed on an Oscilloscope."

Foundation Of Synthesis 104: Control Voltage - "Control Voltages are the workers behind the faceplate in modular and semi-modular synthesizers. Learn how to generate and employ these invisible knob turners in this 4th course in our Foundation Of Synthesis series by Marc Doty and the Bob Moog Foundation."

Foundation Of Synthesis 105: VCAs, Envelopes, Ring Modulation and More! - "Now that you understand the basics, expert synthesist Marc Doty shows you everything you need to know about Envelopes, LFO's, Ring Modulation, Sample and Hold, Noise and much more. Watch how these principles of synthesis take shape on Marc's collection of vintage synths in this 5th course on The Foundation of Synthesis by The Bob Moog Foundation."

Foundation Of Synthesis 106: Sound Design - "In this course Marc Doty "synthesizes" all the knowledge in the previous 5 courses and applies it to sound design. See how all the classic synths and sonic concepts come together in this final course in the Foundation Of Synthesis series by the Bob Moog Foundation ...exclusively at macProVideo.com."

Also see: New York School of Synthesis - Intro to Synthesis

Marc Doty Summer Residency at the Bob Moog Foundation

via The Bob Moog Foundation

"We are delighted to announce that synthesizer education guru Marc Doty will be in residency at the Bob Moog Foundation in Asheville for a month this summer. With nearly four million views and 107 educational videos online Marc is well known to the synth community and beyond as a passionate teacher of the technology behind vintage analog synthesizers..."

See the full post for more. You might know Marc Doty from his videos under the moniker Automatic Gainsay, many of which posted here.

Foundations of Synthesis Series by The Bob Moog Foundation

Published on Feb 11, 2013 moogfoundation·82 videos

Featuring Marc Doty, aka AutomaticGainsay

http://moogfoundation.org

Playlist:

1. The Synthesis of Synthesis - "This is the introductory video for the Bob Moog Foundation/macProVideo series "The Foundation of Synthesis." In it, Marc Doty sets the stage for the intent of these videos, which is an integrative instruction which not only describes synthesizer function and operation, but also gives a historical foundation for the functionalities and their implementation."

2. The Synthesis of Synthesis- Sound - "No instruction in synthesis would be complete without some explanation of the physics of sound! This video is one of several videos which outline the physical principles upon which synthesis is based."

3. The Synthesis of Synthesis- The Hammond Novachord - "The progression of devices which led to the modern synthesizer is diverse and interesting. The Foundation of Synthesis covers a number of them which portray a progressive development. One of these synthesizer precursors was the Hammond Novachord, a tube- based keyboard device whose groundbreaking technology is still present in some synthesizers today. More than most, this proto-synthesizer resembled what we came to think of as the modern synthesizer."

4. Foundation of Synthesis- Oscillator Introduction - "The Foundation of Synthesis dives into synthesizer technology with the Oscillator— the origin of sound in synthesis! Marc leads us through the history of this device from its beginning— as a lightbulb!— to its implementation in electronic musical instruments."

5. Oscillators- Pulse Width Modulation - "Pulse Width Modulation is a pleasing aural effect generated by the voltage-controlled adjustment of the width of a square wave. In this Foundation of Synthesis video, Marc demonstrates this function on several classic synthesizers. The video includes an oscilloscope, which shows you exactly what is happening when the width of the square wave output of the oscillator is changed!"

6. Filter- Introduction - "In this part of the 3rd Tutorial of the Foundation of Synthesis, Marc outlines the history of the filter from its origin in the telephone to its application in electronic devices in order to give a firm understanding of how the filter came to be an important part of modern synthesizers. The filter is a function which removes harmonics from a sound. Since harmonics define the timbre of the sound, this is a fast and easy way to create new timbres."

7. Filter- Cutoff Control - "Adjustment of the cutoff point of the filter is such a popular process that it has spawned whole genres of music. In this video, Marc shows the sound and functionality of this particular aspect of the most popular module in the modern synthesizer."

8. Filter-Voyager Serial Resonance - "The Moog Voyager design of Bob Moog includes some unique and useful functionalities. In this video, Marc explores the dual-filter nature of the Moog Voyager by demonstrating some unique ways to apply its filter arrangement."

9. Control Voltage Explanation Part 1 - "For the average musician, control voltage is an abstract concept. Of all the aspects of synthesis, it seems to be the most confusing. In this video, Marc gives a straight-forward and easy-to-understand description of the functionality using concrete examples. With a firm grasp of control voltage, synthesis becomes considerably easier and fun!"

10. Control Voltage Explanation Part 2 - "Here is part two of a video where Marc gives a straight-forward and easy-to-understand description of the process and application of control voltage. With a firm grasp of control voltage, synthesis becomes considerably easier and fun!"

11. The Amp Introduction - "In this video, Marc gives us a basic history of what can be the least-exciting module in the modern synthesizer, but then goes on to show what can be done when this module includes a fair amount of functionality. The Amp is the last step in the synthesis process, and can give you a variety of power over the timbre you create!"

12. The ARP Envelope Follower - "The Envelope Follower is one of the most fun control functions to exist. It takes the amplitude of a given signal and converts it to a voltage. As the amplitude rises, the control voltage rises. This can be used to control any function in the synthesizer which can be controlled via control voltage... which, in an analog synth, is most of them! In this video, Marc gives a demonstration of this under-implemented synthesizer function using the ARP 2600."

13. Designing Timbres- Introduction - "This video introduces the "Designing Timbres" tutorial by explaining exactly what is going to happen within it. It features some of the music and synthesizers used in the rest of the tutorial."

14. Designing Timbres: Major/Minor Chord - "'It doesn't play chords!' -This is the complaint most heard in regard to monophonic analog synthesizers... but wait... if you have three oscillators and some awesome functionality like the Moog Voyager, there is an answer to this complaint. In this video, Marc shows you how you can generate a sort of controllable polyphony using the monophonic Moog Voyager!"

15. Designing Timbres: Duality - "In this video, Marc demonstrates the the functional benefit of a synthesizer like the Yamaha CS-15, which is essentially two different synthesizers stacked together. By altering settings in each division, interesting timbres can be created."

Bob Moog Foundation and macProVideo.com Launch Courses on Synthesis

"BOB MOOG FOUNDATION AND MACPROVIDEO.COM PARTNER TO BRING MOOOGMENTUM ALIVE THROUGH SYNTHESIS EDUCATION

(Vancouver, BC/Asheville, NC) - The Bob Moog Foundation and macProvideo have joined forces to create a series of six new audio synthesis courses for music producers. Called “The Foundation of Synthesis with Marc Doty,” these new courses take viewers step-by-step through the process of sound synthesis using a collection of vintage and contemporary synthesizers including ARP, Yamaha and, of course, Moog.

The Bob Moog Foundation (BMF) honors the legacy of its namesake pioneer through igniting creativity at the intersection of music, science, history, and innovation. With education at the core of its mission, the Foundation found a synergistic partner in macProVideo.com, an online education community whose core commitments parallel those of the Foundation.

Says Michelle Moog-Koussa, the Foundation's Executive Director, 'This partnership with macProVideo allows us to educate tens of thousands of curious sonic explorers via macProVideo's vast subscriber base. Through this series of comprehensive online synthesis courses, totaling over seven hours of information, Marc Doty (BMF Education Specialist) brings the very essence of Bobʼs technical legacy to light with a clarity and ease of understanding that is rare to the genre.'

According to Steve Horelick, a master synthesist in his own right and the composer that scored every episode of PBS's "Reading Rainbow" television show, "as Publisher for macProVideo.com and AskVideo.com it is an honor to be working hand-in-hand with the Bob Moog Foundation and their resident synthesist guru, Marc Doty, to bring this informative series on analog synthesis to our members."

Go to http://www.macprovideo.com/moog to learn more about “The Foundation of Synthesis” courses.

Synthesist Erik Norlander also makes a guest appearance in the videos with his 22 oscillator modular Moog synthesizer.

macProVideo.com is an online education community training on the worldʼs leading audio, video and graphic software through HD video-tutorial course.

The Bob Moog Foundation’s mission is to carry Bob's pioneering legacy forward through igniting creativity at the intersection of music, science, history and innovation. (www.bobmoogfoundation.org)"

The Bob Moog Foundation's Marc Doty Conversing with a Minimoog Couch

I'll have me a pint of what he's having.  Be sure to enter the raffle below!

via The Bob Moog Foundation on Facebook:

"Marc Doty, BMF Archive and Education Specialist, in deep conversation with the MiniWoouf beanbag chair. You, too, can have intimate conversation with the Mini by entering our raffle to win it here: http://bit.ly/17mGEvB. Enter soon -- the raffle ends on July 10th!

Thanks to Paul Lewis Anderson for the great image, and to Wicked Weed Brewing for sharing space and spirits with us."

Update: a little birdy told me there will be a number of these pics promoting the raffle. I'll put up new posts for them as they come in and add them to this master post below.

Walk This Way - Bob Moog Foundation Meets Abbey Road

via The Bob Moog Foundation on Facebook

"Walk This Way. http://bit.ly/17mGEvB

Thanks to BMF Rockstar Volunteer and super photog Paul Lewis Anderson for the image."

Red, White & Moog

via The Bob Moog Foundation on Facebook

"Red, White & Moog.

In the spirit of independence, BMF super Executive Assistant Molly McQuillan takes the Mini Beanbag for a spin tubing in Asheville's French Broad River. Only eight days left to enter the raffle to win the coolest beanbag chair in sonic history: http://bit.ly/17mGEvB

Thanks to BMF Rockstar Volunteer and super photog Paul Lewis Anderson for the great photo! — with Molly McQuillan at The Bywater."

Worthy of a Stately Reception

via The Bob Moog Foundation on Facebook

"Worthy of a stately reception.

You can enter to win the coolest "soft synth" ever here: http://bit.ly/17mGEvB. Don't delay, raffle ends in five days, and is open internationally.

Epic photo, taken at The Biltmore House, by BMF Rockstar Volunteer and super photog Paul Lewis Anderson."

You, Too, Could Hold it High

via The Bob Moog Foundation on Facebook

"You, too, could hold it high. Two days left http://bit.ly/17mGEvB

Continued thanks to BMF Rockstar Volunteer and super photog Paul Lewis Anderson for the photo."

Moogology. Michelle Moog-Kousa Gives the Mini Beanbag an Anatomy Lesson

via The Bob Moog Foundation on Facebook

"Moogology. Michelle gives the Mini beanbag an anatomy lesson.

Raffle for the Mini beanbag chair ends TOMORROW. Don't miss your chance to school your own sonic student: http://bit.ly/17mGEvB. All proceeds benefit the Bob Moog Foundation.

Thanks to BMF Rockstar Volunteer and super photog Paul Lewis Anderson the image."

The Long Farewell - Last Chance to Win the BMF Minimoog Beanbag

via The Bob Moog Foundation on Facebook:

"The long farewell. BMF Archive and Education specialist, Marc Doty (aka Automatic Gainsay), says goodbye to the Minimoog beanbag Wicked Weed Brewing before we send it on its way to a new home.

Who is going to win the coolest "soft synth" ever? RAFFLE ENDS TODAY at midnight. Enter here and support the BMF: http://bit.ly/17mGEvB.

A million thanks to photographer Paul Lewis Anderson for the image."

Update: and the lucky winner has been announced here!

Dave Smith Instruments "In The Spotlight with the PRO 2" with Marc Doty

The tenth in Dave Smith Instruments' "In The Spotlight with the PRO 2" series is currently up with Marc Doty here.

"Marc Doty is the composer, synthesist, and educator responsible for the popular analog synth demonstration YouTube channel, Automatic Gainsay."

You can find previous posts featuring DSI's Spotlight series here.

BUCHLA @ Moogfest 2019 - Explorations by Bill T Miller of Orgy Of Noise

Published on May 22, 2019 Bill T Miller

"- Marc Doty of Buchla USA at Moogfest 2019 was incredibly cool and let me plug in my digital recorder and Sheri shot a bit of iPhone video on last day of Moog Marketplace. Marc had the Buchla 200e all patched up so with a lot of heart and a bit of grey matter I explored Doty's presets and tweaked and prodded about with a naive quest seeking further dosed out trip into ORGY OF NOISE atonal abstract weirdo sonic realm.

- Touching the Buchla at Moogfest brought back memories of seeing and meeting Don Buchla & Nannick Buchla @ Wellesley College Boston back in 2014. - See photos: http://billtmiller.com/buchla

- Video shot by Sheri Hausey (on iPhone)
- Post editing by BTM & ZiggyCat
at Headroom Studios Boston

- Buchla USA - http://buchla.com
THANX MARC DOTY !!!!

- Bill T Miller
http://OrgyOfNoise.com

- THANX to ALL at Moogfest 2019 !
http://Moogfest.com

!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Category"

Buchla USA At Superbooth 2018 With Marc Doty

Published on May 18, 2018 Synthtopia

Interrupted by the Confederate flag walking in at 1:45. Just watch. :)

"At Superbooth 2018, we talked with synth guru Marc Doty, who gave us an update on the state of Buchla USA.

The company, originally founded by Don Buchla in the mid-1960s (as Buchla and Associates), is now headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota and headed by CEO Eric Fox.

Doty also shared his personal take on learning more about Buchla's approach to synthesis, and a hands-on demo of the hypnotic Buchla Polyphonic Rhythm Generator."

Bob Moog's Notebook 1967 - 1969 - Marc Doty Joins the BMF

Marc Doty, aka AutomaticGainsay, who's videos are frequently featured here, has joined The Bob Moog Foundation for the summer. He'll be posting once a week during his stay. His first post is on something quite amazing. What you are looking at is Bob Moog's actual personal notebook from 1967 - 1969.

"It focused on the period between 1967 and 1969, and featured clients with names like 'Siday,' 'Margouleff,' 'Beaver,' 'Zappa,' and 'Carlos.' If you recognize those names and know what happened in that time period, you realize what an incredibly interesting and important document this notebook is. If you don’t recognize those names, they are a few of the artists who brought the synthesizer to the attention of the world… and by doing so, changed it."

See the full post for more including additional pics. I can't wait to see what Marc posts next. A HUGE THANK YOU! to Michelle Moog-Koussa and The Bob Moog Foundation. None of this would be available to us without her and the foundation's hard work and dedication to our community.

The Moog Rogue Overview Videos by Marc Doty aka AutomaticGainsay

Published on Dec 22, 2017 AutomaticGainsay

Before Marc Doty made overview videos for new synths, he made them for classic vintage synths. It's great to see him revisiting a classic. You can support Marc at http://www.patreon.com/automaticgainsay.

The Foundation Of Synthesis 106: Designing Timbres

Note the following are only three teaser videos from the full series.
You'll find the description and links to the rest further below.

The Foundation Of Synthesis 106: Designing Timbres - 1. Introduction

Published on Oct 3, 2012 by macProVideoDotCom

The Foundation Of Synthesis 106: Designing Timbres - 4. Synth Bass and Metal

Published on Oct 3, 2012 by macProVideoDotCom

The Foundation Of Synthesis 106: Designing Timbres - 9. Minimoog: Fat

Published on Oct 3, 2012 by macProVideoDotCom

"Additional videos for this title: http://j.mp/SZWST5
The Foundation Of Synthesis 106: Designing Timbres by The Bob Moog Foundation

Synthesis on hardware synths is a real adventure. Every synth designer has their own interpretation on how things look, feel, sound and get patched together! In this sixth course in our Foundations Of Synthesis series, Marc Doty assembles a selection of synths from his personal collection and demonstrates how he creates his sounds.

All of the synthesis and control processes that Marc brought to the table in the previous five courses blend together as he builds (and patches) lead, bass, and FX. This course is a unique opportunity to get inside a master synthesist's head to see how he manipulates and realizes the sonic dreams that reside in his aural imagination!

Bob Moog was an early pioneer and inventor of voltage controlled analog synthesizers. He revolutionized the music industry and his ideas, inventions and musical instruments have dominated the sound of music for more than 30 years. Aside from being an innovator, Dr. Bob was an outspoken advocate of education. The Bob Moog Foundation, created by his daughter, Michelle Moog-Kousa, continues his legacy with Dr. Bob's SoundSchool, the preservation of his inventions and the development of the Moogseum the only museum of its kind dedicated to the advancement of sonic education. We hope you will help support the BMF's efforts by watching these courses with the knowledge that a large portion of the proceeds go to support their awesome efforts!

So sit back, hit the play button, and get into sound design in this Foundation of Synthesis course with Marc Doty, and the Bob Moog Foundation.

Be sure to watch all 6 of the BMF's courses on filters, modulation, oscillators, sound design and more!
More info on this title: http://j.mp/SZWST5"

The Foundation Of Synthesis 104: Control Voltage

Note the following are only three teaser videos from the full series.
You'll find the description and links to the rest further below.

The Foundation Of Synthesis 104: Control Voltage - 1. Control Voltage Introduction

Published on Oct 2, 2012 by macProVideoDotCom

The Foundation Of Synthesis 104: Control Voltage - 12. The CS-50 Modulation Matrix

Published on Oct 2, 2012 by macProVideoDotCom

The Foundation Of Synthesis 104: Control Voltage - 6. The LFO Applied to Filter - Part 1

Published on Oct 2, 2012 by macProVideoDotCom

"Additional videos for this title: http://j.mp/SZauJ3
The Foundation Of Synthesis 104: Control Voltage by The Bob Moog Foundation

Marc Dotylead educator for The Bob Moog Foundationis back with a series of tutorials in this course on Voltage Control.

But what is Voltage Control and how do you use it in the world of hardware synths? Well, here's the story: In the early days of sound synthesis, if you wanted your sounds to change or evolve in any way whatsoever, you had to do it manually. Need the pitch to go up? Grab the the oscillator knob and turn it! Want the volume to change? Again, grab the volume knob! What about sequencing a series of notes? Well, before voltage control, you had to record every pitch onto magnetic tape and cut them all together in the order and rhythm that you wanted. It was hard work to create electronic music way back when!

Voltage control forever changed all that! And in this course Marc Doty shows how different hardware synth designers harness the power of VCs to transform and supercharge electronic music composition. Taken one step further you'll see how Voltage Control was the mother of MIDI... and we all know how powerful MIDI is!

Bob Moog was an early pioneer and inventor of voltage-controlled analog synthesizers. He revolutionized the music industry and his ideas, inventions and musical instruments have dominated the sound of music for more than 30 years. Aside from being an innovator, Dr. Bob was an outspoken advocate of education. The Bob Moog Foundation, created by his daughter, Michelle Moog-Kousa, continues his legacy with Dr. Bob's SoundSchool, the preservation of his inventions and the development of the Moogseumthe only museum of its kind dedicated to the advancement of sonic education. We hope you will help support the BMF's efforts by watching these courses with the knowledge that a large portion of the proceeds go to support their awesome efforts!

So sit back, hit the play button, and proceed on your journey into the Foundation of Synthesis with Marc Doty, and the Bob Moog Foundation. Be sure to watch all 6 of the BMF's courses on filters, modulation, oscillators, sound design and more!
More info on this title: http://j.mp/SZauJ3"

Follow-up to this post.

ARP ODYSSEY - Marc Doty Inside Look Part 3: Oscillator Functions (2 of 2)

Published on Nov 19, 2015 ARP

"Section two of Marc Doty’s breakdown of the Oscillator functions on the ARP ODYSSEY by KORG complete with sound demos and instruction."

All parts here.

Knobcon Announces Seminar Lineup Including Whiskey Tasting: A Primer

I see the whiskey leprechaun in green on the far right. :)

Joking aside, here are the seminar details via Knobcon (and yes there really will be a Whiskey one):

"Knobcon announces workshop lineup

It wouldn’t be a true convention without informative seminars and workshops and Knobcon has two full days of them. From question-and-answer sessions with synth pioneers like Tom Oberheim to learning how to solder and build your own synthesizer, Knobcon has something for all synth enthusiasts.

Saturday, September 9 2017

The Basics of Synthesis
Marc Doty, the undisputed king of YouTube synthesiser videos, provides as comprehensive a primer about synthesis which could be reasonably expected to fit in ninety minutes.

Random Applications in Electronic Music
Jon Sonnenberg demonstrates the various ways that randomness and probability can be harnessed in electronic music production and performance.

Michael Boddicker: Ask Me Anything
Mr. Boddicker has been a session musician and film composer for over four decades, working on countless recordings you’ve certainly heard from Michael Jackson to No Doubt. Moderated by Suit & Tie Guy.

Whiskey Tasting: A Primer
Winston Edwards of Texas-based Balcones Distilling gives a crash course in how to taste whiskey in a critical environment. Must be 21 to participate.

Sunday, September 10 2017

Harald Bode: Innovator Unsung
Marc Doty presents an exploration of one of the least-known yet most-relevant inventors in the field of electronic music technology. You won't believe how much this guy impacted your life.

A History of Reverberation in Recorded Music
William Beith maps out how reverberation developed in recorded music in the twentieth century and describes the mechanics behind the ambience. He is Chicagoland's very own plate reverb craftsman, having built plates for many facilities including Van Halen's 5150 Studios.

Tom Oberheim: Ask Me Anything
The legend opens himself up to your questions. Maybe you’d like to know "why paddles?" or “Why eight voices instead of seven?” Here's your chance. Moderated by Suit & Tie Guy.

BBoy Tech Report LIVE
Corry Banks takes to the digital airwaves for a live broadcast of his beloved music production podcast."

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P.S. Haven't had an opportunity to use the synth booze label on the site in a while. :)

Crumar Spirit No. 1 - Marc Doty at the Bob Moog Foundation

Marc Doty has a new post up at The Bob Moog Foundation website. You'll find more of his discoveries including Crumar Spirit No. 1 pictured here.

"The phrase that kept playing in my head was 'kid in a candy store.' But it was not that. It was more like a kid in a candy world… in a world… well, of pure imagination. Yeah, that’s right. Let Gene Wilder sing that song in your head for a bit, and listen to the lyrics. They all apply."

Be sure to see the post for more.

The Spirit of course was a joint venture between Bob Moog, Jim Scott and Tom Rhea.

via wikipedia:
"Crumar's Spirit synthesizer was originally designed by Bob Moog himself, along with Jim Scott & Tom Rhea. In 1983, they started producing digital synthesizers under the name of Bit, which were marketed in the US under the name Unique."

ARP ODYSSEY - Marc Doty Inside

Published on Nov 4, 2015 ARP

"Marc Doty brings us a brief history of the ARP Odyssey and how together with the original design team KORG brought the iconic analog synthesizer back to market complete with sound demos."

Update: all parts here.

Knobcon 2016 Marc Doty Lecture Synthesizer Myths

Published on Sep 11, 2016 TheWindyTown Videos

"Knobcon 2016 Marc Doty Lecture Synthesizer Myths"

This one in via swissdoc.

Modular Wild Visits Knobcon 2014 Workshops-Marc Doty- Synthesis Basics

Published on Sep 30, 2014 Modular Wild

"A workshop on Basic Synthesis presented by Marc Doty at Knobcon 2014.Sound and Video by Raul Pena."

The Yamaha DX7- Tutorials by Marc Doty aka AutomaticGainsay

The Yamaha DX7- Part One: The Operators

Published on May 13, 2013 AutomaticGainsay·163 videos

Some potentially NSFW language at the beginning.

"Here is a demonstration of the sound and functionality of the operators of the Yamaha DX7.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7CKJj..." embed directly below.

Dem Jamz 4: DX7 Disasters!

Published on May 10, 2013 elmosexwhistle·8 videos

"Time for the 4th installment of DEM JAMZ! This one focuses on the much maligned and misunderstood Yamaha DX7, a synth who's complexity and abilities few ever managed to discover, most people instead relying on it's preset cartridge sounds, including a little electric piano patch...

TRACK LISTING

- The DX7 Song/Black Gold
- TERROR BASE
- Chant Number 3
- The Yamaha DX7 by Marc Doty, Part - The Operators
- A Disconnect
- Hurt (NIИ Cover)"

Bob Moog Foundation to Inspire Winter NAMM 2013

"Bob Moog Foundation to Inspire the 2013 NAMM Show through Legendary Instruments and Archival Exploration

January 21, 2013 (Asheville, NC) – The Bob Moog Foundation (BMF) will celebrate the indelible nature of the synthesizer pioneer’s legacy at the 2013 NAMM Show in Anaheim, California. Beginning on Thursday, January 24, NAMM attendees will have opportunities to see and hear demonstrations of vintage Moog instruments and explore rarely seen archival material from the Bob Moog Foundation Archives.

Front and center at the Foundation’s booth at NAMM (#5307) will be rock musician Erik Norlander’s modular Moog synthesizer known as the Wall of Doom. Encompassing more than 100 modules (including 22 oscillators), many built between 1967 and 1972, the Wall of Doom is a touring configuration of the legendary synthesizer that gave birth to an industry. Norlander and the Foundation collaborated three years ago to reconfigure the massive instrument into a portable, rack-mounted version. Four of the instrument’s six racks will be on display at NAMM, a number limited by the BMF booth’s floor space.

Marc Doty, Archive and Education Specialist for the Bob Moog Foundation, will demonstrate the Wall of Doom at 11 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m. from Thursday through Sunday.

Also featured will be one of the few duophonic Minimoogs in the world. Recently donated to the BMF by Tom Coppola, the Minimoog was modified by Doug Slocum of Synthetic Sound Labs in the late 1970s. Of particular note is Coppola’s use of the synthesizer to create the signature three-note Duracell sound. Slocum will be present to demonstrate the instrument at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. each day.

On Saturday, January 26, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. in room 203 A-B, the Bob Moog Foundation will present “Exploring Bob Moog’s Archives with Michael Boddicker” at NAMM’s H.O.T. Zone. BMF Executive Director Michelle Moog-Koussa and Marc Doty will join Michael Boddicker, legendary Grammy Award-winning film composer (Flashdance, 1984) and session synthesist (Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie). Boddicker is three-time N.A.R.A.S. Most Valuable Player "Synthesizer" award winner and an MVP Emeritus. He was winner of Keyboard magazine's Reader's Poll Award - Best Studio Synthesist in 1986 and 1987 and Best Session Player in 1988.

Together, the panel will explore rare archival material including photographs, project notes, vintage catalogs, audio from restored reel-to-reel tapes, vintage ads and articles, and more. Boddicker, who has over 700 album credits to his name, will lend a musician’s perspective, speaking from his vast experience with the wide variety of early Moog instruments used throughout his career, including some that are quite rare.

In addition, the Foundation is encouraging NAMM attendees to bring their photos of Bob Moog at NAMM to the BMF booth, where we’ll create a “Remembering Bob at NAMM” wall.

www.bobmoogfoundation.org
www.eriknorlander.com
http://www.steamsynth.com
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Boddicker"