"TAMA TECHSTAR TS306 VINTAGE ANALOG DRUM ELECTRONIC VOICE MODULE
WORKS AND SOUNDS GREAT
4 TOMS + 1 SYNTH AND 1 CLAP (WHICH CAN BE USED AS A SNARE, OR TUNE ONE OF THE TOMS AS A SNARE)
DUAL INPUTS (SO YOU CAN HOOK UP 2 PADS), EACH WITH A SEPARATE OUT,
STEREO LINE IN, STEREO AND XLR MASTER OUT WITH MADE IN JAPAN PROBABLY SOME TIME IN THE LATE 80S
Module both with memory/manual switch
Trigger LED for each
Synth controls:
sensitivity, decay, Modulation , Tone Bend , Tune, noise bend trinagle/square, tone/noise, level
clap controls:
sensitivity, decay, reverb level, reverb time, level
each has on the back : pad trigger in, ext. trigger in, each out
master out
110 Vlt A/C
YouTube via saulocisneros | June 24, 2010 | 10 minutes
"Beat played with a Suzuki RPM-40 / Bass Sequenced in a Roland SH-32 and played through a Juno 60 / Lexicon Alex Reverb / Tama Techstar TS 204"
And a Suzuki RPM 40
Tama Techstar TS 204 - Synth/Hand Clap
" saulocisneros | June 25, 2010 | 6:12
Demo test for the Tama Techstar TS 204 module.
Just put on a simple beat on a Roland SH-32 and
set a sequence on a Yamaha AN-200 that would trigger
the Techstar so I could start tweaking the knobs."
"Mods include an LFO with pulse and continuously variable saw up/triangle/saw down outputs, with a LFO range switch that takes its speed well into audio frequencies.
On each of 4 channels theres a percussion decay long/short/constant tone switch, VCO frequency modulation source switch (audio or LFO), LFO waveform switch (pulse or saw/tri), VCO FM amount knob, and a VCO pitch range hi/low switch.
The VCO frequency of each channel can be modulated either using the LFO or the output of the overall audio source selection switch. This rotary switch chooses between sourcing the audio modulation signal from the output of any of the six channels, including the channel being modulated for FM feedback loops, or an external audio input."
"On this demo the four modded channels are all set to produce a constant tone, and are then their VCO frequencies are modulated with each other and the LFO"
Update: some details on the mods via Circuitbenders where you'll find more pics & info.
"The new version of these mods is based on the previous version, but expands on version one to give more in depth control and a lot more possibilities for modulated analogue percussion weirdness.
The LFO retains the same basic design, but also provides a new range switch that selects between the normal speed settings provided by the previous mods, and a super fast speed range that takes the LFO rate well into audio frequencies for all kind of insane 1950's sci-fi frequency modulation effects. The LFO still outputs pulse and saw/triangle waveforms, but on the new mods you get a separate LFO waveform selection switch on each modded channel, instead of a single overall waveform switch that is applied to all channels simultaneously.
Each modified channel now includes:
Decay range switch: As before, this sets the range of the decay knob, but it now has three positions instead of two. With the switch set upwards the decay knob range of the percussion tones is set to normal. With it switched downwards the range of the knob is extended to take over where the normal range left off at its lowest setting, and give a lot longer decay times at maximum. With the switch in its central position the channel will output a constant VCO tone with the pitch set by the channels tune knob. Any channel with its decay switch set to the tone position can either be kicked into life with a trigger input, or if its left to its own devices the tone volume will eventually rise on its own.
LFO Shape switch: As explained above, this switch selects the VCO LFO waveform independently for each channel. The choices are pulse or saw / triangle
VCO FM Source switch: The VCO frequency of each channel can be modulated either using the LFO, or with an audio source provided by the audio source rotary switch (see below). This switch selects between the two options.
Moded Tama Techstar TS305
VCF FM Amount: This is a new knob on each channel that independently sets the amount of frequency modulation that is applied to that channels VCO. Anything from subtle vibrato or warbling Theremin like tones, to extreme cross modulation effects that wouldn't be out of place on the Forbidden Planet sound track, can be achieved using the VCO FM mod.
Tune Range switch: As before, this sets the range of the VCO tuning knob, but with some minor adjustments to give a better range and response curve than before.
modified Tama Techstar v2
The new audio source rotary switch determines where the input for the audio setting of the channel VCO FM switches is sourced from. The audio modulation signal can be sourced from the output of any channel, or an external audio input. The output of a channel can be used to modulate its own VCO frequency for some bizarre frequency modulation feedback sounds.
The audio output of each channel is sourced before the channels output volume knob, so its entirely possible to do things like setting up one channel to output a constant VCO tone, then turn down the volume on that channel, but still use the that tone to modulate the VCO frequency of other channels. Alternatively you could produce an audible percussion sound on one channel and then use a muted sound on another channel to mutate the first channels sound on accented beats, kind of like you might use a side chain input on a compressor. Use the LFO to slightly modulate the muted sound and you've got an infinite variety of evolving hits and accents."
YouTube via pajzd | January 29, 2010 "one Tama Techstar TAM500 electronic voice module & usually 4 Dynacord drumpads"
TAM500+.mov
" pajzd | January 29, 2010
TAMA TECHSTAR TAM 500 electronic voice module & DYNACORD pentagonal drumpads i put some nice little analog E1005 delay in between ..."
TAMA tam500
YouTube via dancedistarer | February 01, 2008
"primero se gatilla un sonido desde unos audifnos, luego se samplea y se loopea ese sonido (para no estarpegandole al audifono todo el rato) y, se filtra por el modulo."
"MADE IN JAPAN 1986 3 TOMS + 1 SNARE AND 1 KICK CONTROLS FOR EACH: sensitivity, attack, decay, noise, bend, tune, level Trigger LED for each EACH INPUT WITH A SEPARATE OUT, PHONES OUT WITH LEVEL MONO MIX OUT 110 Vlt A/C"
"I've always enjoyed my Drumbrute. The impact has a great sounding snare in comparison, and a great price point, but I've never regretted picking the Drumbrute up because it's fun to play with. My biggest gripe was always with the snare and toms. Not having decay on the toms always bothered me. The Drumbrute holds its worth to me over the Impact with the individual outputs. So I decided to put them to work!
The Tama Techstar is originally meant to be used as a module for electronic drum pads. On this video I used the Drumbrute's individual outputs on its toms and zap sound and placed them inside the Techstars toms and synth trigger inputs. The Techstar has way more controls for its analog voices than the Drumbrute does. So I decided to play with some of the modulation and have some fun!
Hope you enjoy some of my audio experiments. Please subscribe if you're into it!"
"This is a Tama Techstar TAM 500 5 channel analog drum synthesizer.
This specific model is EXTREMELY rare. Has a beautiful analog sound. To my taste, it sounds way better than the Techstar TS series.
The unit it is fully functional.
Has a trigger input for each channel, individual outputs, mono mix out and headphones output.
In the video, the drum synth was triggered by an external sequencer. You can either use a trigger sequencer or drum pads with trigger out to trigger the unit."
"Recorded direct to GoPro external input from headphone out on PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2, adding a little reverb and delay at the mixer. Performed live, in one take, with no overdubs, post production or editing/mixing done afterward.
"For sale is this really cool, rare & vintage Tama Techstar TS206 analog electronic drum brain synth rackmount machine.
Comes with two original Tama TS-100 trigger pads as well. Everything has been tested & works perfectly & fully functional, absolutely no issues.
This drum-synth module is very unique & offers many cool vintage 80s toms, snares, noise & analog drum sounds.
You can shape each channel exactly the way you want it & can choose between one memory patch & one user-manual patch for each channel.
Overall the module is in great condition for its age, although it shows slight wear from use.
The trigger pads show the most use, but have been tested & work great as well.
Made in Japan in the 1980s, rare to find w/ original trigger pads!"
"The Tama Techstar 305 was one in the line of many similar Tama Drum brains from the 1980's.
While it can give some pretty decent sounds the filter implementation does limit it a little. The tone range also does not go as high as the Simmons so you don't get as much downward bounce on 'those 80's synth toms'. The snap\click is also very different. The attack is VERY aggressive at its top setting as you will hear.
For those interested (and that read comments :D ) I have provided a small sample pack for you to download and use. Last time I did this my storage was flooded... fingers crossed this time it stands up a little better!
If you grab one of sample packs please leave a comment, I would like to do more sample packs of synths/drums found and ambient sounds.. let me know what you think.. :D
"This is the 80's Tama Techstar TAM500, Tama's answer to the Simmons (most similar to the Simmons SDS8 in function and form factor). This unit is in good cosmetic shape with just a few scratches (mainly the one in the final picture seen above). Functionally, it all works, except the Attack sound (short adjustable burst of noise at the top of the note) does not fire on Tom 3... the Attack works fine on all other drum channels. Other than that, it is fully tested and functional."
I obtained the TAM500 at "Hardoff(second-hand shop)" in Japan. I who was able to meet with this machine was very fortunate. This machine can make a incredible
groove, if knobs are twiddling in real time.
[使用機材 / Machines]
TAMA TECHSTAR TAM500 (Analog drum module)
Roland TR-606 (Drummachine)
Roland TR-727 (Drummachine)
Roland SBX-80 (Syncbox)
Boss BX-80 (Mixer)
なお、以下のURLでこの機材についての詳細をまとめていますので、興味のある方は是非ご確認ください。
Please check this URL, if you want to know the details about this equipment.
"TAMA TECHSTAR TAM500 VINTAGE ANALOG DRUM ELECTRONIC VOICE MODULE ACOUSTIC/PERCUSSION/ELECTRIC
MADE IN JAPAN 1986
3 TOMS + 1 SNARE AND 1 KICK
CONTROLS FOR EACH: sensitivity, attack, decay, noise, bend, tune, level
Trigger LED for each
EACH INPUT WITH A SEPARATE OUT, PHONES OUT WITH LEVEL MONO MIX OUT
110 Vlt A/C"
via this auction
"TAMA TECHSTAR TS-204 VINTAGE ANALOG DRUM SOUND MODULE - SYNTH ‘Clap’
MT-NM
Product Description:
A classic unit that will deliver that fat, chunky ‘clap’ like the Simmons clap-trap sound in Gary Numan’s ‘Cars’, that famous ‘Betty Davis Eyes’ song, or even the more modern Muse song ‘Uprising’.
The second sound is a synth –sound, adjustable to be a whispy sting, or a low-end hum."
"Vintage TAMA Techstar TS204 Analog Percussion Synth 2-Channel Module. Channel 1 is a synthesizer. Channel 2 has a Hand Clap Used. Has some used wear, but still structurally sound. Tested and in full working order."
" Tama Techstar TS204 analog drum synthesizer module with original manual. Very cool 2 channel drum synth. One channel covers a variety of analog drum sounds (bass, snare, tom, etc...) and the other is dedicated to claps. Trigger inputs, individual outs and master out.
You can trigger this from a drum machine or sequencer and get those classic analog drum sounds."
"vintage 1985 Tama Techstar TS-305 ANALOG DRUM SYNTH BRAIN.
Features: * rack unit is 7 units tall by 19" wide standard rack spacing. * inputs for SNARE - RIM - TOM1 - TOM2 - TOM3 - BASS DRUM pads. * 6 channels each channel has controls for : SENS - ATTACK - DECAY - NOISE - BEND - TUNE - TONE/NOISE - EMPHASIS - LEVEL * Master inputs for aux in and headphones * Master XLR output - stereo 1/4" outputs * Hard-mounted AC power cord"
"This listing is for one Tama Techstar TS-305, an analog drum synth module that features six independent voices (bass, snare, rim and 3 toms). It can be triggered either via drum pad, voltage gate or audio. Unit has some scratches here and there but ultimately works great."
MADE IN JAPAN PROBABLY SOME TIME IN THE LATE 80S
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