The Shape Of Things That Hum

Uploaded on Feb 1, 2011 The Soundtrack of Zapresic

"Mini Moog 00:12
Vocoder 09:45
DX7 20:19
Fairlight 30:27
Simmons 40:12
TB-303 50:27

TB-808 1.01.01
Akai Sampler 1.11.20

The Shape of Things That Hum
is a synthesizer documentary series that first aired by Channel 4 in the UK during 2001.

The series focused on electronic instruments that helped shaped modern music, with every episode focusing on a specific instrument. The episodes were broadcast between 01.30am and 01.41am, and featured musicians talking about classic vintage synthesizers, including the DX7 that defined the sound of the 1980s.


Production company Allied Forces
Producer Jacques Peretti
First broadcast 2001
Original channel Channel 4 (UK)
Genre documentary
No. of episodes 8
Length 11 minutes (episode)

Episodes:

Mini Moog (15-01-2001) - Cult electronic instruments that helped to shape modern music.

Vocoder (22-01-2001) - Developed as a scrambling device in World War II, includes interviews with Orbital and Rick Wakeman.

DX7 (29-01-2001) - Synthesizer that defined the sound of the 1980s. Interviews with Vince Clarke and Nick Rhodes.

Fairlight (05-02-2001) - Computer based snthesizer offering sampling, digital recording, sequencing and editing. Includes Nick Rhodes.

Simmons (12-02-2001) - Includes producer Arthur Baker talking about making "Planet Rock".

Roland TB-303 (19-02-2001) - House innovators Coldcut and Orbital discuss the Roland 303 synthesizer.

Roland TB-808 (26-02-2001) - Includes producer Arthur Baker, plus Ray Keith talks about the importance of the bass.

Akai Sampler (05-03-2001) - Instrument that helped fuel the rave scene and the white label explosion"

Old post before Google video was laid to rest:

The Shape Of Things That Hum - Minimoog


The Shape Of Things That Hum - Roland TR-808


The Shape Of Things That Hum - Roland TB-303


The Shape Of Things That Hum - Simmons Drums


The Shape Of Things That Hum - Vocoder


The Shape Of Things That Hum - Fairlight


The Shape Of Things That Hum - Yamaha DX7


The Shape Of Things That Hum - AKAI Sampler


I actually put the AKAI Sampler vid up here.

Roland TB-303 vs TT-303 vs TB-3 vs TB-03

Published on Oct 11, 2016 ADSR Music Production Tutorials

Would love to hear Abstrakt Instruments Avalon and a x0xb0x thrown in to the mix. There's also the MC-09.

Jump to 6:07 to listen to them in a mix. Listen to the TB-303 come in at 7:59.

"The TB-303 is one of the most sought-after monophonic synthesizers.

Over the years people have made hardware clones of them and software versions as well. It has gone so far that TT-303 looks almost exactly like the original TB!

Roland has issued two digital versions of the 303 in the last few years trying to quench the demand but it seems people still want a reissue of the original analog version.

So in this video we take a listen to the two new digital versions from Roland, the analog Cyclone TT-303 and the Original 303 from 1982.

We listen to the raw version with two different patterns as well the spectrum analysis of all 4 at the same time."

Roland TB-303 Bass Line Synthesizer SN 164200 w/ Gig Bag

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"Roland TB-303 Bass Line Synthesizer for sale. This TB-303 sounds incredible. It has been well taken care of in a non-smoking, climate-controlled studio. It comes with the original Roland travel bag for the 303 and it is in pristine condition. Everything has been tested: DIN Sync, CV/Gate, all buttons work without issue and all potentiometers sound clean.

The serial number is 164,200 - Made in Japan. Comes with BOSS PSA-120S - Roland's recommended power supply. This is the real deal, analog TB-303 in excellent condition. Instantly ready for your studio, live set-up or for whatever you need it for."

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Roland TB-303 Electronic Synthesizer with Original Box & Gig Bag

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SN 252500 via this auction

'This TB-303 is in mint ORIGINAL condition, unmodified and functions 100% perfect. The item it 'almost' complete, only missing the chord wheel. The Jog Switches have all been replaced with new Alps switches so you'll get no 'sticky' switches/buttons!!! Don't believe the hype on other auctions with TB-303s and 'original' jog switches functioning perfectly. They almost alway stick/fail and must be replaced. I placed rubber feet on the bottom of the unit to prevent bottom damage/sliding of the box. These rubber feet can easily be removed without unit damage.

Auction item includes:

TB-303 with new Alps jog switches. LED's are original as well as all other components.
TB-303 Original carrying case.
TB-303 Original manual.
TB-303 Original box.
TB-303 power supply, Radio Shack equivalent."

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Roland TB-303 Modded

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"modified with FiveG which adds CV/Gate/Slide/VCF/ACC inputs for full control (and more) over every aspect of the machine from a MIDI sequencer via any CV/GATE converter or analog sequencer. The filter input allows you to program the filter amount from a sequencer or CV source (pedal, etc.), which is not possible using the internal sequencer.

The TB-303 is THE sound of acid and techno house music! It's a monophonic analog bass synthesizer married to a pattern-based step sequencer released in 1982. It features a single analog oscillator with two waveforms (ramp or square) and has a simple but excellent VCF filter with resonance, cut-off, and envelope controls. There are also knobs to adjust tuning, envelope decay, tempo and accent amount.

How does it work? Well, it's not a performance synthesizer because you have to program a pattern of notes and timing info into it (sort of like a drum machine). Patterns can then be linked into songs. It was originally made to accompany a drum machine, the TR-606 specifically, and provide bass-line accompaniment to guitarists, keyboard players, etc. It was not a successful product in its time. As a result, creative DJs and aspiring electronic musicians found them for next to no money and began using them for techno and acid music. Usually a single pattern is continuously played while the performer tweaks the knobs creating an exciting and expressive musical event.

The TB-303 has become one of the most sought after vintage synths ever! It has helped develop and stylize many forms of electronic music including House, Acid, Trance and Ambient. If ever there was a need for a repetitive bassline/groove or an extremely resonant and bubbly sound, the 303 is KING. Truly a unique machine with a very identifiable sound! It has spun off several imitators as well: Novation BassStation, ReBirth, Doepfer MS-404, MAM MB-33, Syntecno TeeBee, and more (see Related & Alternative Gear sidebar).

Ironically, these days it's become trendy to dislike the 303 again, now because of over-use. But I don't and you shouldn't either because it is one-of-a-kind and it's just got that sound that everyone loves!
Getting creative with the 303 always leads to great sounds! Add a guitar distortion pedal for instant hard-core acid and techno. Use the CV and Gate outputs to control other old synthesizers and get that elastic 303 groove workin' your other synths (especially cool with a polyphonic synth).

There are some custom modifications for the TB-303 which are definitely worth mentioning here. Get all the acid you can squeeze out of your TB-303 with the modification, designed to enhance and extend the range of the 303's filters and sound."

Roland TB-303 Bass Line Analog Synthesizer w/Bag

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"Roland TB-303 Bass Line. It features a single analog oscillator with two waveforms (ramp or square) and has a simple but excellent VCF (filter) with resonance, cut-off, and envelope controls. There are also knobs to adjust tuning, envelope decay, tempo and accent amount.

This TB-303 is in excellent condition. Please see pictures for detail. This unit is 32 years old. There are some nicks and scratches, although none of these affect play or sound. The TB-303 has no battery leakage, all potentiometers sound great and all functions work perfectly.

The TB-303 has been well taken care of and was recently given a run through at Chicago Synthesizer Repair and Restoration and it was given a clean bill of health. I tested everything and it everything works great. DIN SYNC works excellent."

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Roland MC-202 Modded

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"There is something very unique about this MC 202. For one, as you can hear from the recordings, it has a little bit of a harder, edgier sound than other 202's. I don't know if it's due to the modifications or just the fact that no two analog synths are alike, but this particular 202 sounds good! It can go from a total acid box to a bass monster that transcends musical genres.
The sound of the 202 is generated by a Curtis CEM3340 analog Voltage Controlled Oscillator IC. This VCO is the same that is found in the Sequential Circuits Pro One. On offer are a Saw, a Square (with Pulse Width Modulation), and Sub Oscillator wave shapes. What's great about the 202 is that it let's you mix in waveforms so that complex wave shapes are possible without much fuss. Also, since the sliders in the VCO section attenuate the LEVEL of each waveform, the control one has with the 202 is different from other synths (like the Pro One) that only allow you to switch waveforms on and off. This is ideal in a live or recording setting when an individual wishes to seamlessly transform a saw wave into a massive Pulse-Width modulated square or feed in the deep sub-oscillator.

The filter is a genuine Roland IC. This filter has SQUELCH! Many claim that the 202 sounds similar to the 303. I would have to agree but with an amendment: while the 202 will do TB 303 type sounds with little trouble, the filter is much better and more versatile than a 303 filter could ever be. Basically you can go into self resonating sine waves or deep and rumbly sub-bass that rival any other monosynth of this era. If you are looking for a synth that can be as much Roland SH 101 as a Roland TB 303, then this is the box for you. The fact is that since the filter is so versatile, a myriad of sounds are possible. The filter is extremely tweakable and the sweet spots are not hard to dial in as on other filters (meaning that the filter has been calibrated to provide the best response when attenuating from completely open to completely closed and vice versa). Also, the filter takes on a whole different characteristic when combined with the modification for the LFO.

This particular Roland MC 202 has been modified so that a switch on the front panel permits the LFO's frequency to double. What that means is that with this switch, the user is able to set the LFO to oscillate at audible frequency ranges. What's great is that the user is still able to attenuate the LFO speed when the frequency is doubled and when put back into the original position, the stock frequency range is still present. This modification is mental. If you set the filter to self oscillate and then feed some LFO modulation via the MOD slider in the VCF section, the user is able to generate some serious clangs. I have an Arp 2600 and some of the sounds you can get with this mod border on the 2600's territory. Also very cool is that this frequency doubled LFO will go anywhere that the LFO goes to so you can do FM Pulse Width Modulation or modulate the pitch of the Oscillators to get FM sounds that are out of this world. And since the switch is mounted right on the front panel, the user can flip back and forth between the LFO rates on the fly while the synth is being played. With the sequencer running and tweaking some knobs and the mod switch, the sound palette is HUGE!

The envelopes on the 202 are extremely fast. Anything from percussive and tiny clicks to in your face basses are possible. On board is a complete ADSR that can be used to tweak the amp, the filter, and the pulse width of the square oscillator wave-shape. Also great about the amp section of the 202 is the fact that the envelope can be switched off and a gate can be used to open and close the amp instead of the ADSR. This frees up the envelope for filter duties and the sounds are great. Imagine resonant bass sequences that hit hard but still sound even after the filter closes. Because the envelopes are so fast, the 202 is able to produce some very heavy sounds. When combined with the sequencer, the gated VCA response yields the much sought after 303 sound.

The 'brain' of the MC 202 is the onboard sequencer. First of all this sequencer will clock to Din Sync (so use something like a Kenton or Doepfer MIDI to Din Sync Converter) so integrating it into a modern set-up is easy. Second, the sequencer is a two track sequencer meaning that in addition to sequencing the internal synth, the 202 can send a DIFFERENT sequence to another analog synthesizer. This is really a big advantage if you have other synthesizers that have cv and gate inputs. The sequence will also transmit PORTAMENTO (slide) over the cv output so you can get THAT signature Roland slide integrated onto another synth! The sequencer itself is very straightforward to program and once the basics are learned, it becomes second nature. The fact is that this sequencer is much better than the TB 303's sequencer because crazy rhythms are possible. Triplets are a breeze. The user decides whatever subdivisions for each step and also regulates what kind of note a step is (meaning if it's played legato, staccato, or tied to the next note) and if it has accent and slide. Since the accent can be routed to accent the AMP and the FILTER, the infamous 303 sound is possible. Seriously, this sequencer is amazing and is able to replicate the intricacies of a TB 303 without a problem. However, it can do SO MUCH MORE than the humble silver box could ever dream of doing

The modification has not hampered on the performance of this synth and electronically the beast in excellent (just listen!). There were other mods performed for this particular MC 202 and mostly they were done for the previous users integration preferences. The CV and Gate inputs have been disabled. This really doesn't matter as the MC 202 would route external CV and Gate data through its ancient microprocessor and there was no real way to play it accurately over these inputs. The user (and I can provide A LOT of resources for this and additional MODS) can open the box up and modify the unit to have PROPER CV and Gate inputs if they so desire. For me, this box was best used with the internal sequencer. Also, the buzzer that clicks when edits are made was bypassed and the Din Sync OUTPUT sends Clock but no start stops. This is INTENTIONAL because when we needed to send DIN from the 202, we used a button switch to start and stop other Din Sync units so that we could, on the fly, start and stop a Roland TR 808 independently of the 202 or anything else. The unit slaves to external Din Sync without a single problem whatsoever."

Roland TB-303

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"Excellent condition (Rarely used) The TB-303 is the sound of acid and techno house music! Roland only produced around 10,000 of these machines. Really hard to find one in excellent condition, with the Original TB-303 cover and the original Roland Power Supply. Here is your chance to own the original techno machine that started acid house! Own a piece of history!!! The TB-303 is the greatest single oscillator monosynth of all time, bar none. This is a big time limited synth. Unit was purchased from a certified Roland dealer in Japan. Inspection was done prior to that with no errors at all. If you would like to take it in to a certified Roland service whether be in LA or NY or anywhere you can find a certified Roland dealer/service - it will cost you around $75 to have it inspected. Fully functional buttons No cosmetic issue at all The battery power works perfect All buttons are fully functional - no loose buttons at all Comes with the Original Roland Power Supply, which is very rare to find nowadays."

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Pre-Acid 303 - Early Roland TB-303 Tracks

The subject of a TB-303 revival came up on the Analog Heaven mailing list. The discussion lead to some sharing the first tracks featuring the 303, including of course pre-Acid tracks. The following are a few of them including a couple by Alexander Robotnick I tracked down. They are in order of release by year ending with Phuture's "Acid Tracks", credited as the first Acid track ever, for good measure. Wikipedia on Acid. If you know of any others pre 1987, feel free to comment or shoot me an email and I'll add it to the post. I know there was a track which used the 303 as a traditional bass guitar, but I forget what it was.

Update: Two from Heaven 17 via Pea in the comments added to the top:

Let Me Go (12" version) - Heaven 17 - 1982

YouTube via 4urlisteningpleasure — April 11, 2009 —

non embeddable 2006 digital remaster here

Update: new Crushed by The Wheels of Industry vid (old one here if interested)

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ROLAND TB-303 ACID BASSLINE SYNTHESIZER WITH QUICKSILVER CPU SN 164000

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"This sticking point in this new age with the 303’s was attempting to slave or incorporate into your modern set up without the DIN function....in step the reputable QUICKSILVER CPU!!!

USB connection to slave with your chosen DAW giving you the full sync and editing ability from your PC or MAC whilst retaining full hands on control.

As usual has some minor mark on the casing as seen on the pictures but the face is clean with no pot fading, and printed letters clearly visible and legible.


Comes with a non original power adapter and Roland carry case...

The Quicksilver 303 is a replacement CPU for the TB-303 Bass Synthesizer. With a completely rewritten operating system, all of the creative obstacles to programming amazing sequences have been removed. The experience still remains uniquely “303”.

The Quicksilver 303 CPU can be used with or without MIDI. So, you can still benefit from the new features of the CPU without drilling any holes in your TB-303!
Of course, there are also great new MIDI capabilities. MIDI control over filter cutoff, “MIDI Control mode” which allows the 303 to be “remotely controlled” from any device that can send MIDI note messages. The sequencer can send and receive MIDI notes and MIDI clock and you can also record incoming MIDI to patterns in realtime.

All functions of the Quicksilver 303 are available while the sequencer is running, this includes programming patterns, changing modes and new live performance functions like “ALL ACCENT” “CHOP” and “BUMP”.
Entering new patterns is now interactive, with the capability to hear changes as the pattern plays, and the ability to move forwards and backwards to edit specific notes.

The Quicksilver 303 is equipped with USB connectivity for OS upgrades and USB MIDI. Allowing the Quicksilver 303 to be directly connected to a USB host!
Because all data is stored into internal EEPROM, batteries are no longer required to maintain memory. All internal memory can also be dumped using MIDI sysex messages for sharing or backup."

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Roland TB-303/Clones Patterns Patches

video upload by Igor Leus

"NatLife Sounds glad to present you our first ACID 1 edition for Roland TB-303 & Clones synthesizers. This pack of MIDI & Patterns was tested on Behringer TD-3, Roland TB-03, Roland TB-3, ABL3, Cyclone TT-303 MK1/2, Din Sync Re-303, Acidlab m303, and so on.

This pack contains 100 perfectly matched patterns for ACID Music. It's created by an Italian gick of ACID music - Gianfranco Carone.

In this pack, you get the craziest variations. It will work great for Acid Techno as well as Acid Trance or House.

It's an absolute must-have for ACID Lovers."

http://www.natlifesounds.com/

TB-303 Meets Sherman

E13H posted a cool sample of the Roland TB-303 dry followed by being run through a Sherman Filterbank. via this VSE thread:

"I just got a TB-303 and a Sherman Filterbank 2 and they hung out together tonight. Thought I would share their conversation with you.
Nothing but a 303....

I know it's kinda a long track, about 10 minutes but hey I was having fun so check it out...

I think it sounds pretty cool....

the TB-303 was talking to me by the end of the track.....

Let me know what you think, and if anyone adds anything to the track let me hear it....

I'm gonna start doing some full tracks with the TB-303 after I get my midi to dinsync converter this week......

here it is:

http://www.masterdevice.net/tracks/TB-303-meets-Sherman.mp3

if you want to hear more of my music just go here:

http://www.masterdevice.net
http://www.myspace.com/e13h"

Technosaurus Microcon

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"The Microcon is a modern-day little analog monophonic synthesizer module emulating the simple design and sound of the classic Roland TB-303 and SH-101 synths. They are made by Technosaurus, a Swiss company best known for their high-end Selector modular synths. It is handmade using the same discrete circuits found in its bigger brothers. The Microcon is a totally analog table-top synth module that's slightly smaller than the original Roland TB-303. It has one main oscillator capable of either sawtooth or square waveforms, just like the TB-303. The addition of a sub-oscillator is more like SH-101, which can help beef up your bass sounds. The analog lowpass filter is switchable as either 2-pole (12dB/oct) or 4-pole (24dB/oct), which is better than the TB-303 or SH-101 offered! The LFO can modulate the filter cutoff frequency with either triangle or square wave and the VCO can be modulated by square or triangle waves. Simple attack and decay envelope controls and a Glide effect round out this fairly simple to use and highly affordable 303 clone. The Microcon only uses CV and Gate for being controlled externally. The Microcon is truly the smallest analog synth available! A handful of fat sound and lots of knobs. Dimensions: 20 x 10 x 5 cm (l x d x h)"

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Roland TB 303 w. Devilfish updates, Alu case, Blue LEDs

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"OK, let's summarize what's here:

Roland TB-303
Devilfish mods
Blue, easy of the eyes LEDS*
Alu case
Owners manual and service manual
Devilfish notes and info
Devilfish patch sheets and track templates
New Boss AC adapter
Free shipping in the US and reduced price for international shipping


The core TB-303 was sent to Robin Whittle in Audtralia for his updates and thorough checkout. I purchased an alu case and installed the 303 in the case myself. The TB-303 is working perfectly and I've been controlling it both via simple DIN sync and also via the cv/gate connections on the back. It's an amazing sounding box with iconic status in the world of electronic music. The Devilfish mods add a layer of control and variability that extends the awesomeness to new levels.

Being the kind of guy that I am, I purchased a new adapter and opened it only to test it out and take some pix. I also assembled the various hardcopy documentation pictured. All in all, it is an amazing package that you'd be hardpressed to find (or assemble) anywhere else in the world.

The Boss power adapter is universal, you it will work in the US and overseas..."

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Roland TB-303 Bassline Synthesizer

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via the seller: "Up for sale is on of my TB-303 units from the mid 1990s. I used the unit to write many tracks under my alias Joey Jupiter and Atomic Babies on Drop Bass Network and many other large acid labels. I have 4 TB 303's and a devilfish, i have decided to sell this unit off to make some room in my studio. The unit is in great shape there is some paint fading around the knobs and under the track pattern group knob. All can be filled in with some spray pain or leave it alone to give your new 303 a classic ruff look. :-) I just had it serviced before i decided to list, i had all the pots knobs cleaned a new 9v outlet installed on the back and just a overall check up at my local Roland repair shop. Please bid with confidence and ask any questions you like. Comes with 1. TB 303 2.TB 303 Power Supply 3. Original Manual (Not a photocopy) 4. Dinsync to Midi convertor box 5. Dinsync to Midi Power Supply 6. Cool Bendy Robot!! Thanks, jj"

The sync box almost looks printed on the manual below.

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Roland TB-303 Devil Fish in a red aluminium case

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more pics at the auction

"Serial #158, Version v.2.1D I bought this Devilfish from a guy in Germany sometime in the Spring of 2004 and shortly thereafter, I managed to persuade Martin Rothlisberger from Switzerland to custom make me one of his amazing machined anodised aluminium cases! As you’ll see from the various pics below, it is custom machined with this TBs serial number on the back. It took A LOT of persuading to get this case! For the past few years Martin has not been making any more cases. I did get an email recently from him where he suggested he was making more, but they won’t look like this because Martin no longer has access to a 4D capable CNC machine. So basically it’s no longer possible to have that lovely slanting area by the tactile pushbuttons, which also means no ‘TB-303’ lettering can be engraved there.

The fitment of the TB-303’s delicate electronic innards into the case is a very tricky affair, they are carved from solid blocks of aluminium by a computer, and thus super accurate; the problem lies in the TB itself, which hailing from the 80’s is not so accurate. Some of the potentiometer positions can subtly vary, and there are other pitfalls, for example the wires can get pinched in different places. Thankfully Robin Whittle himself took on the task of fitting the electronics into the case! Subsequently, this TB has been fitted to the highest standards possible.

OTT ? You bet!:
Robin strikes me as the classic genius engineer and in implementing the modification, I guess his priority is in making sure everything works, not necessarily whether it looks beautiful. When I got the machine back, there were a few (admittedly) minor things that I wasn’t so happy with; things like knobs scraping against the case metalwork and LED’s not being quite high enough to poke through the case metalwork. I have a lot of experience doing fiddly solder work, thus went about putting things right myself. Amidst this endeavour, I installed 2 by 2 carbon fibre washers (I had a specialist firm make them to my specifications), the latest sealed tactile switches (from Analogue Renaissance – see this link), an even larger capacity lithium battery than the one Robin uses as stock for the bank memory back up and the rear of the case attaches via precision machined titanium bolts. It’s a functioning piece of design / art.

Obsessive? Um, yeah… probably :-)
I was actually really obsessive… Unhappy with the use of cut pieces of leather to increase the height for the set of the six uppermost knobs, I acquired some super expensive 3mm PTFE sheet and machined my own knob shaft inserts from it. Plus rather than use Blutack to ‘glue’ the knobs on to the shafts, I used what plumbers do – a small piece of flexible PTFE tape which works really beautifully for this purpose. Perhaps most practically, I have implemented a delightfully simple but important idea that buffers the main PCB board, in the event that the machine ever falls face flat, which due to the design by Roland, does leave the machine quite susceptible to a cracked PCB. Some of the ideas I have shared with Robin (to his interest!), others I have not as yet, but I suspect he and other TB enthusiasts would find them interesting, if not a touch obsessive :-)

I almost forgot – WHITE LED’s!
It is worth me mentioning that along with the ‘works’ fee to have the TB-303 fitted into the alu case, Robin charged me separately for fitting some special LEDs to this machine. With great care, I had tracked down some lovely diffused white LED’s. Most white LED’s are hyperbright and not diffused, these were, but were still a touch too bright and so Robin had to reengineer the TB-303 drive electronics to power them correctly. I feel this was really worth it though, the white on red looks absolutely stunning in pictures and more so in person."

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Accenter on YouTube

Accenter Tool-1, TB-303


Roland TR-808 together with TB-303, overdrive, distortion


Roland TR-606 with internal MIDI INterface


ML-303 Bassline (Roland TB-303 DIY Clone)


BC-303 MIDI Controller, TB-303, Controllbox


YouTube via accenter. Sent my way via Tim.

The Flashbulb Human Action Network's Benn Jordan's Roland TB-303 and TR-606 For Sale

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Uploaded on Aug 21, 2008 Kanál uživatele crtrrrst

"Album: Acidwolf - Legacy : 1995-2005 (Visual Chicago Acid Edition)
Label: Alphabasic
Catalog#: ALPH303
Format: CD, Album
Country: US
Released: 01 Sep 2005
Genre: Electronic
Style: Acid"

This one in via Loscha.

via this auction

"For sale here is something that has been close to my heart for many years. I have used these synthesizers countless times in my albums as The Flashbulb, Acidwolf, Human Action Network, and many more aliases. I have used them at gigs such as DEMF, Sonar, and Bangface, and cared for them as if they were my infant children.

That's why I'm selling them. The TB-303 is in excellent condition. It's rare to see one this clean. I'm about to move my studio for a 3rd time in 5 years and simply feel anxious about keeping it in this condition through moves and various applications. I'd rather use my cruddy, old 303 than risk devaluing this one. As my favorite synth, I've also used this thing too much. It's time to pass the torch on, per say.

Enough about my stupid headcase and on to what's for sale.

1 original TB-303. Incredible condition. It's very clean (note that I didn't dust it for the pictures, for the sake of honesty). There are signs of wear around the cutoff and resonance knobs, and the volume knob is ever-so-slightly scratchy as the potentiometer reaches it's 33rd birthday. There's a couple very minor scratches on the back, the original battery door is there, and still latches perfectly. I have tested it on both battery and 9v wall power, and it works just dandy.

1 original TB-606. Unlike the 303, the 606's cosmetic condition reflects its age. It's missing the battery door and a knob, has a couple scratches, and could use a date with a q-tip and some cleaner. Everything is 100% functional, but the volume knob is scratchy, a bit more than the TB-303. Functional on both batteries and wall power.

1 really ugly, but virtually indestructible custom made foam case. I made it myself about 13 years ago out of a tool case and some custom memory foam I ordered. It's ghetto looking, but if you ever feel like running over your TB-303 and TB-606 with a car, this will probably keep you making music with them.

If you're a fan of my music and don't care about the authenticity, I'll sign it. I'll cringe while getting the marker and spend about 10 minutes deciding where to sign it, but your wish is my command. I could also ship it with the batteries if you want the original patterns for S. Kedzie Theme. :)"

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Roland System 8 does acid: A TB-303 style adventure

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"I don't have a Roland TB-303, but I guess I always wanted one. Somehow while messing around with the Jupiter 8 plug-out tonight, I made this sound that felt like it could have come from a TB-303... well, maybe not? I don't know. Seemed close enough to me.

Then I decided to throw a beat on top of it. Then I decided to add another bass line with the SH-101, and then I just decided to make some other things to go along with it and well - this is the boring track I came up with just to show off the Roland System 8 doing acid.

Spectralis 2 - Sequencing
Elektron Machinedrum MKII - Drums
Virus TI - Pads
Roland SH-101 - Bass
Sequential Prophet 10 - keys
Roland System 8 - TB-303 ish sound

Eventide Blackhole VST on most parts."

Roland TB-303 Documentary BASSLINE BASELINE by Nate Harrison

Roland TB-303 Documentary BASSLINE BASELINE by Nate Harrison from Jack Time on Vimeo.

"If you're interested in the early history of ROLAND, the Japanese manufacturer of electronic musical instruments and the TB-303 Bassline, you'll enjoy this 20-minute video. The TB-303 and its design are described in depth, and many examples of popular music made with the machine are presented.

Director: Nate Harrison
Producer: Nate Harrison
Production Company: Nate Harrison
Sponsor: Nate Harrison
Audio/Visual: sound, color
Contact Information: nate@nkhstudio.com, nkhstudio.com"

Note this was originally posted on July 23, 2005 here. I figured I'd put a new post for those that missed it and now that it is embeddable. If you like this documentary be sure to see The History of the Amen Break, also by Nate Harrison.

Update: be sure to see the comments in this post for more.