Music From Outer Space and synthCube Announce Noise Toaster Project Contest!

via synthCube

"Win cash prizes, store credit and merchandise by showing off your Noise Toaster

synthCube has organized a 'Show Off Your Build' contest to celebrate the most popular MFOS project of all time-- the Noise Toaster-and the companion how-to book Make:Analog Synthesizers by Ray Wilson, the founder of MFOS.

If you've built a Noise Toaster, enter the contest to show off your project and tell its story-or build a new Noise Toaster in order to enter the 'New Build' categories!

Noise Toaster desktop analog synthesizers come in all shapes and sizes-and the contest will award prizes for different categories- see the contest landing page for details and prizes!

Prizes include VISA gift cards, store credit vouchers, MFOS merchandise and MFOS synthesizer kits.

To enter the contest check out the details at https://gleam.io/competitions/...

Also check out the dedicated Noise Toaster Support Threads at Modwiggler and Facebook.

More info contact info@synthcube.com"

MFOS Noise Toaster Presentation

YouTube Published on Aug 9, 2012 by theraywilsonshow

"Hey everyone... YOU'RE GONNA LOVE THIS!

The MFOS Noise Toaster is the latest LO-FI project we've come up with deep in the MFOS underground lab. I really think people who attend noise fests, noise battles, synth-diy meets, the symphony (alright maybe not the symphony...) are going to consider this standard equipment (symphony during intermission may be OK). I have to say that in some places having this much fun with a single nine volt battery might just be totally illegal so be careful where you bring it! The Noise Toaster has: One wide range VCO, a WHITE NOISE GENERATOR, a simple but fun VCF, a simple but effective VCA, an AR envelope generator, an LFO with several waveforms, a line out jack, and a nicely normalized switching scheme. But wait... there's more! Last but not least we've put a 1W amp and speaker right into the unit. I want to emphasize that this device is LO-FI. It is not a temperature compensated, V/Octave trackin, needs calibratin', must have highest quality components - kind of thing. This thing is just a freakin' blast to goof with. Prepare to create a limitless cadre of amazing and unusual sounds. And of course there will be mods in the future. How about connecting your WSG to the Noise Toaster's filter and VCA... I already put some pads on the PC board to facilitate it. You could even modulate the Noise Toaster with the WSG (pads for that too)! I plan to offer kits and PC boards as well as complete units. I'll put a blurb on the MFOS home page when the project is posted.

Why is it called the "Noise Toaster" you ask? Well, what would you call something that has a bunch of knobs and switches that, when twiddled, cause unusual sounds and noises to pop out? Right... Then... On to the next project.

Thanks for watching."

http://musicfromouterspace.com/

MFOS Noise Toaster (Luna_NT) Analog Synthesis Demo and Tutorial

video upload by CatSynth TV

"The Luna_NT was a custom build of the Noise Toaster from Music From Outer Space (MFOS). It is basically a full analog subtractive synthesizer voice, with VCO, VCF, VCA and two modulation sources: AR envelope and LFO. We go over each of the parameters of this instrument in detail and provide a basic tutorial on analog subtractive synthesis in the process.

Luna Lab Noise Research, which created this instrument, apparently no longer exists. However, one can still get the original Noise Toaster, including the PCB designed by the late Ray Wilson, as a kit from https://synthcube.com

You can also find the original design at https://musicfromouterspace.com

00:19 Background on the MFOS Noise Toaster and our Luna_NT version
01:22 Basic demo including bass sounds
02:51 VCO, and modulation with LFO and envelope generator
08:17 VCF parameters and modulation
11:48 VCA and envelope-generator modulation

Please consider supporting this channel to help us bring you more synthesizer+audio tutorials and other content. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/catsynth
Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/catsynth"

minilogue syncs with Noise Toaster via MS-20 mini

Published on Jun 14, 2018 karenevil

Testing Noise Toaster with MS-20 mini and minilogue.
Noise Toaster : noise and beeping
MS-20 mini : making sync signal with ESP for minilogue, drum like sound, beeping etc.
minilogue : sequence

MFOS NOISE TOASTER In Space II

YouTube Published on Aug 23, 2012 by theraywilsonshow

"Same as last one with some enhancments to the video. There were no flying toasters in the first one... DUH! What was I thinkin'

The MFOS NOISE TOASTER is way more fun than you thought was possible with a 9V battery! It's an awesome little 9V powered noise box that's like carrying around a miniature synth. This project is a bit more complex than the WSG but has far more sound shaping and producing capability. This is going to be one of your favorite toys and it's portable (1W amp and speaker built right in).

This piece is a sound painting. It represents the computers on a planetary probe ship that sometimes whir with activitiy and at other times simply monitor and scan the surroundings. When there is data to record threads in the ship's program activate. The small course correcting jets keep the ship on course. The monitor threads drone in the background.

Multi-track recording using MFOS NOISE TOASTER for all sounds and SONAR Producer Edition for reverb and delay. Made in a semi musique-concrete way using wav file snippets instead of tape. The background drones are all real time throughout. It is a low frequency ramp synced to the LFO and I'm using the vco freq knob to accentuate harmonics. The VCO then goes through the voltage controlled low pass filter whose cut-off frequency is about half way up.

Build one or buy one here:
http://www.musicfromouterspace.com/index.php?MAINTAB=SYNTHDIY&PROJARG=NOI..."

Part 1 posted here.

Eurorack MFOS Noise Toaster

Note: Auction links are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated. NOISE TOASTER MOD Rack Eurorack size panel BY nvd new voodoo design newvoodoodesign.com

Published on Apr 19, 2014 J Tracy·6 videos

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"This is a MFOS Noise Toaster analog synthesizer built/modified by New Voodoo Design as a prototype/example model for a customer who wanted a series of MFOS synthesizers in panels that would fit in a Eurorack rack. This one could be put into any rack that would fit that size panel (bit more than 5" in height) or in an enclosure/box of almost any type (hammond, radio shack, etc) or left as it is.
Has the Guitar (1/4") In mod, but this does NOT mean this is a 'guitar synth'-that mod merely allows an audio in to the VCF.
There is also another mod to allow voltage in to control the VCO
Other notable things:
Wide Range VCO
White Noise Generator
LED freq indicator
low Pass Filter
VCA
AR Generator with Repeat or Manual Pushbutton
LFO with Square, Integrated Square and Differentiated Square waves
Nicely Normalized Switching Scheme
PCB Has Pads for Interface to Other DIY Projects.
Uses one 9V Battery (portable)
Low Current Design Extends Battery Life
Makes a plethora of plethoras of cool and interesting sounds
That's pretty much it. Quality design, very cool analog synth sounds can be had from this."

Noise Toaster kit

Published on Jun 17, 2018 Analog Blaster

秋月で売っているNoise Toaster組み立てキット

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MFOS Noise Toaster

Kurt James Werner modified Music From Outer Space Noise Toaster

Published on Oct 31, 2013 Kurt Werner·3 videos

"My modified version of the Music From Outer Space (MFOS) Noise Toaster. I changed the Noise Toaster's semi-fixed architecture to a patchable / modular one, allowing one to reroute signals at will w/ banana cables. Here's a little demo of the kind of sounds you can make with it. The front panel is laser-cut birch laminated onto a cigar box.

I'll be posting a write-up on how to build this @ ccrma.stanford.edu/~kwerner."

http://musicfromouterspace.com

Update via Kurt in the comments: "Thanks for posting my work! :) The write-up is up, at https://ccrma.stanford.edu/~kwerner/MFOSmod.html."

The MFOS NOISE TOASTER In Space

YouTube ublished on Aug 22, 2012 by theraywilsonshow

"Multi-track recording using MFOS NOISE TOASTER for all sounds and SONAR Producer Edition for reverb and delay. Made in a semi musique-concrete way using wav file snippets instead of tape. The background drones are all real time throughout. It is a low frequency ramp synced to the LFO and I'm tweaking the vco freq knob to accentuate sync harmonics. The VCO then goes through the voltage controlled low pass filter whose cut-off frequency is about half way up. If you want to build a noise toaster go here"

Luna Noise Research First Look

Published on Nov 10, 2012 by catsynth

"First look at this little noise synth by Luna Noise Research."

via CatSynth

via Luna Noise Researc where you'll find additional samples:

"The luna_NT is the Noise Toaster circuit design by the genius of Ray Wilson & Music from Outer Space (MFOS). The controls may look seriously confusing if you're new to electronic noise, but it just takes several minutes of experimentation to get a good idea of what they do. The box has all of the features to make nearly any electronic noise imaginable including a voltage controlled oscillator, VC low pass filter, AR envelope generator and more. It is self contained using one 9V battery and an on-board 0.5W speaker (it also has an output for connection to an amplifier). I sell the complete build (circuit board, panel and black case). If you're interested in building it yourself, you can get a great kit from MFOS."

Luna_NT --- Analog noise synthesizer

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via this auction

" The luna_NT is the Noise Toaster circuit design by the genius of Ray Wilson & Music from Outer Space (MFOS). I have redesigned the circuit board to be built on Vero. The box has all of the features to make nearly any electronic noise imaginable including a voltage controlled oscillator, VC low pass filter, AR envelope generator and more. It is self contained using one 9V battery and an on-board 0.5W speaker (it also has an output for connection to an amplifier). I sell the complete build (circuit board, panel and RED or BLACK case). If you're interested in building it yourself, you can get a great kit from MFOS. Google search 'Noise Toaster' for more info and demos."

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MFOS Noise Toaster

flickr set By Byrne Byrne
(click for more)

"The Noise Toaster is a lo-fi analog noise synth designed by Ray Wilson of Music from Outer Space.

This build includes a modification that allows for external CV control of the VCO as well as an input that passes an audio signal through the VCF.

The case was created with the aid of a laser cutter. The acrylic front panel was etched, creating a mask, and then spray painted.

This synthesizer is currently for sale... www.etsy.com/shop/xiwi"

MFOS Noise Toaster - Patch Books

flickr By Byrne Byrne

"A small run of books for Noise Toaster enthusiasts who wish to record and document their favorite patches.

For sale through Etsy
Print your own"

Make: Analog Synthesizers by Ray Wilson of Music From Outer Space

on Amazon

"Dive hands-on into the tools, techniques, and information for making your own analog synthesizer. If you’re a musician or a hobbyist with experience in building electronic projects from kits or schematics, this do-it-yourself guide will walk you through the parts and schematics you need, and how to tailor them for your needs. Author Ray Wilson shares his decades of experience in synth-DIY, including the popular Music From Outer Space (MFOS) website and analog synth community.

At the end of the book, you’ll apply everything you’ve learned by building an analog synthesizer, using the MFOS Noise Toaster kit. You’ll also learn what it takes to create synth-DIY electronic music studio. Get started in the fun and engaging hobby of synth-DIY without delay.

With this book, you’ll learn:
The differences between analog and digital synthesizers
Analog synthesizer building blocks, including VCOs, VCFs, VCAs, and LFOs
How to tool up for synth-DIY, including electronic instruments and suggestions for home-made equipment
Foundational circuits for amplification, biasing, and signal mixing
How to work with the MFOS Noise Toaster kit
Setting up a synth-DIY electronic music studio on a budget"

NOISE TOASTER - Elettrorama design - Licensed & Approved by MFOS

Published on Jun 19, 2018 Elettrorama

Noise Toaster by MFOS
Synthetiser & sound processor

Original project by Ray Wilson
Elettrorama design & mods
Approved & licensed by MFOS

hum a song : Noise Toaster/KORG M01D

Published on Jun 18, 2018 karenevil

"maybe you can sing a song with your Noise Toaster using a VCO knob.. :D

(from 4:21 with Theremin and Gakken NSX-39 )"

DJSYNTHS - Noise Toaster - MFOS

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Published on Mar 21, 2014 Don Stanley·2 videos

via this auction

"Voltage Controlled Oscilator
Voltage Controlled Low Pass Filter
AR Envelope Generator with Manual Gate Push Button
LFO Waveform Select
Volume
VCA (AR Mod)

My Noise Toaster uses a 9V Adapter instead of a 9V battery and needs an amplifier to operate. Durable - Heavy Duty Plastic Casing with Chrome control knobs and switches. Four rubber feet on bottom of unit."

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Custom Modular "Littlebits" Suitcase Synthesizer Demo...

Published on Mar 29, 2015 Jay Tausig

littleBits synth kits on eBay

"I built this suitcase synth in only a few days using 3 littlebits synth kits and various add ons (oscillators, inverters etc.) ...here's a demo, also being used is the "MFOS Noise Toaster" up on top part of the case...audio is from the camera only, speakers built into the case are JBL's... a total of 11 oscillators, 55 Knobs, switches and patches, and completely....modular."

7/10/23 (alternate take) DIY Ray Wilson / MFOS synthesizer + Zerosum Inertia 6AS6 + Metasonix R-57

video upload by

"This video contains more filter sweeps than the video previously posted on 7/10/23, and the MFOS filter cutoff settings cause the Zerosum Inertia 6AS6 Signal Combiner to generate different rhythms than in the previous video. Two MFOS LFOs (at audio rate) go to Zerosum Inertia 6AS6, get combined, go to the MFOS filter, and go one channel on the R-57."

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ON a separate note, in case you missed it, also see the Music From Outer Space and synthCube Announce Noise Toaster Project Contest.

The DIY Strings/Choir-Synthesizer 3.0 Demo

Andreas Remshagen

"This is the second Modification of my DIY Strings/Choir-Synthesizer
You hear 15 different Sound-examples repeating the same theme
- Please write in the comments which is your favorite!
Each Strings-Group from the four Groups has its own CV-1V/Oct in
and each is connected to one CV-out of a Polyend Poly2. So there is a
4-voice-Polyphony playable over a PC or a MIDI-keyboard. I added a
Gate-in that is connected to the poly2's first gate-out. The gate in drives
a variable Attack-Release for the whole Strings.
one Oscillator in each Strings-Group is tuned one Octave higher
for a larger sound
The Effects i used are a
modified behringer Vintage-Phaser (i'll explain in my next vid) and a
Yamaha FX-500.
the Settings of the FX-500 are:

REV + MOD on,

REV: TYP: DLY, MIX: 50, LVL: +1, L-DLY: 150.0, R-DLY: 300.0, FB: 1, L=R

MOD: TYP: SYM, SPED: 0.7, DEP: 80, MIX: 90, LVL: +5

The Attack-Release cirquit i took from Ray Wilsons Noise-Toaster
The VCA circuit comes from YuSynths site www.yusynth.net
The full description of the Strings-Synth you'll find in the first Strings-Synth
Video"

See the Remshagen label below for more.