Vintage Synth Lab : D-ENV

Published on Dec 31, 2017 Vintage SynthLab

"The D-ENV is two modules in one. A utility and effect, for both module functions. A standard exponential analog envelope generator (AR/ADSR), plus a Delayed Gate / Trigger & Gate-Hold with independent access to all both module functions, yet linkable via the push of a front panel switch--in order to route either a Delayed Gate or Delayed Trigger to the inertial AR/ADSR as initial EG triggering or additional "re-trigger" of the AR/ADSR function."

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Vintage Synthlab Eurorack Analog Modular Synthesizer

video upload by Vintage Synthlab

"Demo of various Vintage Synth Lab modules:

VCF-74 : analog filter used for kick noise, snare noise, upper synth voice, lower synth voice.

D-ENV : Delayed Envelope Generator (ADSR / AR) used throughout.

AWM-3 : mixer / matrix-mixer / wave shaper.

VCO-81 : CEM3340 precision analog voltage controlled oscillator for kick body voicing, upper synth voice, lower synth voice.

N-STX : for white noise to snare, pink noise to kick, S&H to snare noise LP cut-off, S&H to upper voice HP cut-off."

MODE MACHINES SL-1 Synthlab

video of it in action here
"The SYNTHLAB uses a 100% true analog circuitry with subtractive synthesis which is designed in a classic way. This design is not new because it started in the early 70´s with the voltage controlled modular systems. The use of the low pass filter based on the transistor cascade lets the synthlab sound very similar to the well known early Moog synthesizers.

As the SYNTHLAB has a built in MIDI interface you will find it easy to integrate into any MIDI studio setup. The SYNTHLAB also has a built in MIDI-TO-CV/GATE interface which can become very handy, when using vintage equipment. The SYNTHLAB is a hand-made true discrete analogue synthesizer built in Germany. We have used components from the 70s and 80s but also modern technology. There are no DSP´s or such built in, so the sound is true, pure and very experimental like a smal synthesizer laboratory - hence the name: SL-1 SYNTHLAB.

The setup of the SL-1 is very easy-to-use if you have played around with other anlogue synthesizers. Every parameter has its own pot for controlling and playing with the modulation and everything can be controlled manually in real-time. The controls of the modules are diveded into groups on the frontplate so they can be visually seperated for easier use. For basic setup you have 2 VCO´s and an external audioinput. The selected signal can be routed through the VCF and VCA before it reaches the audiooutput. For each VCF and VCA you have an own envelope generator. Additonally you have various modulation routing possibilities through the LFO´s.

Features
* 2 x VCO´s ( 2 waveforms - saw & pulse)
* 1 x VCF (low pass filter 24dB - Moog cascade)
* 1 x VCA
* 1 x Noise
* 1 x Ringmodulator
* 1 x Suboscillator (-2 octaves)
* 2 x LFO (various waveforms and routings)
* 2 x ENV (ADSR for the VCA and AD for the VCF)
* MIDI-CV-Interface with 2 x CV and GATE
* Audio IN
* Audio OUT
* MIDI IN/THRU
* External PSU included

Technical specification
* POWER: 18V AC 1000mA (PSU included)
* Dimensions: 29.8 cm * 16.5 cm * 6 cm (11.73" * 6.5" * 2.36")
(with packaging: 36.5 cm * 23 cm * 10 cm (14.37" * 9.06" * 3.94"))
* Weight: 1.5 kg (3.31 lb)
(with packaging: 2.1 kg (4.63 lb))"

New Vintage Synthlab AWM-3 Wavefold Mixer Eurorack Module

Published on Jan 2, 2017 Vintage Synthlab

Playlist:

1. AWM-3 Demo #1 : Eurorack analog wavefold mixer module introduction to wave shaping

"First video to introduce the AWM-3 16hp Eurorack modular wave-shaping mixer. An essential tool and utility combined that will give you real-time analog signal processing and the ability to produce new and unique sounds. The AWM-3 is a 16hp Eurorack modular synthesis wave-shaping / wave-folding mixer with added features of compression and multiple mix modes, including matrix mix outputs. This video shows the basic setup for wave-folding."

2. AWM-3 Demo #2 : Eurorack analog wavefold mixer module compression feature

"The second demo for the AWM-3, a 16hp Eurorack modular synthesis wave-shaping / wave-folding mixer with added features of compression and multiple mix modes, including matrix mix outputs. In this video, we demonstrate the compressor feature."

3. AWM-3 Demo #3 : Eurorack analog wavefold mixer module LFO modulation to wave shaping

"The third demo for the AWM-3, a 16hp Eurorack modular synthesis wave-shaping / wave-folding mixer with added features of compression and multiple mix modes, including matrix mix outputs. This video shows one example of connection external modulation sources (LFOs in this case) and applying them to each wave-fold bias (CV input) for each wave-fold stage while in a triple-wave-fold configuration."

4. AWM-3 Demo-4 : Eurorack modular wave-shaping mixer module

5. AWM-3 Demo #5 : Stereo Chorus effect with wavefolding and matrix-mixing

Details on the module via VSL:

"AWM-3 - Analog Wavefold Mixer

Analog Wavefold Mixer Eurorack Module in 16HP

$279.00

The AWM-3 is an all analog, real-time, complex wave-shaping (triple wave-folder) 3-channel mixer module with added features of compression and multiple mix modes including matrix mixes. The combination of multiple access points (outputs of various mixes), wave-folding, and compression allow for an extremely wide array of signal processing, including complex chorus-like sounds.

All three channels are identical and can operate independently. They can also be cascaded (connected in series) to obtain double and triple wave-folding. The compressor at the front-end of each channel allows for not only unique wave-shaping, but the ability to send asymmetrical wave-shaped signals through multiple wave-fold stages while preserving a better managed signal process.

With individual outputs for each channel, a master mix (and master level control), as well as three matrix mix outputs as: “MIX 1+2” (1 OUT + 2 OUT), “MIX 2+3” (2 OUT + 3 OUT), “MIX 1+3” (1 OUT + 3 OUT), the AWM-3 is wave-shaper, signal processor, and multi-mode mixer.

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Vintage Synth Lab Eurorack modular synth demo

video upload by Vintage Synthlab

"Modular synth audio / video demo of various Vintage Synth Lab modules, including prototypes for VCO-81 and N-STH, and the existing VCF-74, D-ENV."

Farewell Florian Schneider - Vintage Synth Lab tribute - The Model - Das Model

Published on May 6, 2020 Vintage Synthlab

"Farewell tribute to Florian Schneider of Kraftwerk. Dad Model excerpt on Eurorack, by Vintage Synth Lab."

Kraftwerk's Florian Schneider Has Passed Away

VSL Multi Product Demo : VCF-74 Mk2 ; D-ENV ; VCO-2

Published on Jan 25, 2018 Vintage SynthLab

"Vintage Synth Lab Eurorack modular synth product demo for the VCF-74 (mk2), D-ENV, and the VCO-2 (prototype phase).
In this video, we have our Beatstep Pro sending two separate sequences to the two independent oscillators of the VCO-2 (prototype dual CEM3340 oscillator), and the two independent D-ENV (Delayed Env Generators). The two D-ENV modules are sending envelopes to each VCO voice's VCF and VCA simultaneously, and respectively.

Note: the D-ENV is expected to start shipping in early February, while the VCO-2 is in prototype phase. We will be developing the next phase (as a likely production candidate) of our VCO-2 during the first half of 2018."

I believe this is the first post to mention the VCO-2. The VCF-74 Mk2 and D-ENV have been featured in previous posts. See the Vintage Synth Lab label directly below for more.

Vintage Synth Lab demo Eurorack modular analog synth VCO-81 VCF-74 D-ENV

video by Vintage Synthlab

"Analog modular eurorack synthesizer demonstrating the fast envelope action of the D-ENV (Delayed Envelope Generator), with the VCF-74 Mk2 (analog diode-ring filter module based on the 1970s mini-Korg 700 700s), and our VCO-81 (CEM3340 precision, high-quality analog VCO - unreleased). Our N-STH (Noise + Sample/Track & Hold) is used to provide white noise for extra snare sound, S&H routed to the HP filter of the VCF-74, and Track & Hold from another N-STH is used to slew the pitch of the CV controlling the VCO-81 (pitch) 1v/octave.

The result is a warm, analog, singing mono-synth voice, full of endless possibilities of character to dial in whether live, recording, or used as a tool for deep sound design in the pro and commercial audio industries."

VSL Modular Jam 20170604

Published on Jun 7, 2017 Vintage SynthLab

"Vintage Synth Lab, AWM-3, Eurorack, 16hp modular wave-folding mixer with wave-shaping compression feature, and matrix-mix outputs. Improvised jam, 4 June 2017"

Vintage Synth Lab Eurorack VCO-2 with TZFM _breadboard_phase_ 20181009

Published on Oct 11, 2018 Vintage Synthlab

"Our VCO-2 with TZFM on the breadboard."

VSL AWM-3 Analog Wavefolder - waveshaper mixer compressor sound design tool

video by Vintage Synthlab

"Eurorack modular synth wave-folding, mixer AWM-3 by Vintage Synth Lab. The AWM-3 is a mixer, matrix mixer, compressor, wave-folder, and excellent module to accept multiple independent LFO sources for incredibly rich and warm analog chorus-like sounds. 16hp Made in Portland, Oregon, USA"

Additional AWM-3 posts

Vintage Synth Lab - Eurorack modular analog synth wavefolder

Vintage Synthlab

"AWM-3 = wave-folder (3 channel cascaded configuration)

D-ENV = envelope generators"

Vintage Synth Lab Eurorack AWM-3 Halloween 2020

Vintage Synthlab

"Wishing everyone a safe, healthy, happy, and creative Halloween!

The AWM-3 is a 3 channel mixer, with additional features such as wave folding/shaping (for both independent positive and negative folding), per channel.

Channels can be chained together to create multi-folding, up to triple wave folding. A compressor allows for dynamic signals (VCA driven) to fine tune a wide array of new sonic character.

Bias is adjustable (threshold for wavefold action), as well as a level trim (6 total) for each channel's positive and negative bias modulation via the additional CV inputs.

Each channel also has a buffered output.

And last, master mix, and three matrix mix combo outputs are always accessible."

Vintage Synth Lab : D-ENV Eurorack delayed gate & trigger envelope generator

Published on Feb 7, 2018 Vintage SynthLab

"The D-ENV is a 10hp Eurorack analog (exponential) envelope generator (AR, ADSR) with an additional Delay and Hold circuit to generate delayed gates or triggers, and hold time up to 1 second. The D-ENV's delay circuit is completely independent of the ADSR, however the delayed gate (or trigger) can be routed internally using the D-G or D-T switches. The Delayed Gate and Trigger output jacks are always available, regardless of internal routing. CV to control DELAY time (DELAY controls sets maximum delay time). The Delay circuit is essentially a one-bit shift register which only allows gates or triggers at the DG-IN jack to be acknowledged once the complete DELAY, then HOLD (sequence time minimum is 24 ms, or 12 ms for each stage) process is complete. During the DELAY or HOLD processing, the DG-IN jack ignores all incoming delay gate signals. Inverted output of the EG is also available. Short and Long modes are accessible from the front panel, however the extended long range can be set on the rear of the module for extra long envelopes."

Vintage Synth Lab Eurorack Demo - Depeche Mode - To Have and To Hold

Vintage Synthlab

"Short demo of VSL Eurorack modules playing To Have and To Hold by Depeche Mode. Wavefolding is dynamic, driven by the D-ENV (delayed env gen module) VCA feeding the AWM-3 (wave folding mixer module), in triple-wave fold configuration.

Next we see three modulation sources, all injected into the three independent wave-fold stage bias or threshold (CV input). This creates a HUGE chorus sound. Think of it as the PWM for non-rectangular waveforms (sine, tri, ramp, saw).

And the use of our VCF-74 (analog filter) with additional D-ENV modules, creates the widest array possible for analog synthesis texture, dynamics, and overall character."

VCF-74 & D-ENV Eurorack module demo 2018-05-24

Published on May 24, 2018 Vintage Synthlab

"Eurorack modular synthesis demo by Vintage Synth Lab, using VCF-74 Mk2, D-ENV, and other basic utility modules to create a full drum and bass sound. 3 sets of VCF-74 / D-ENV are being used to produce: Hi-Hat; Snare-hit-reverb-effect; and a bass-synth sound."

AWM-3 Demo The Metro

Published on Mar 21, 2017 Vintage SynthLab

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"AWM-3 a 16hp Eurorack modular synthesis waveshaping mixer / compressor module demo of wavefolding The Metro"

Eurorack precision CEM3340 oscillator prototype: VCO-81 :Visiting The Upstairs Room

Published on May 17, 2019 Vintage Synthlab

"Eurorack VCO-81 prototype 12hp CEM3340 (2 x VCOs) visiting a piece of The Cure's The Upstairs Room."

VSL Modular Jam 20160909-1

Published on Sep 9, 2016 Vintage Synthlab

"Three VCF-74 modules...

1) First VCF-74: White Noise in, with LP cutoff modulated by S&H, which is triggered/clocked by snare hit trigger

2) Second VCF-74: Main VCO (bass line), with LP cutoff being modulated by a mix of S&H and Sqaurewave (both clock divided-driven)

3) Third VCF-74: Secondary VCO (lead synth line), ran through EH Cathedral Reverb pedal."

VCO-81 percussion / tom drum synthesis demo 20160625

Published on Jun 26, 2019 Vintage Synthlab

"Two VCO-81s, utilized as the main body voicing of the percussion sound (tom drums in this case). A modulation and equal tracking of exp FM is applied via a D-ENV env gen. One of the VCO-81s is also receiving a slight Lin FM of ~2 Hz..

AWM-3 used as attenuators / gain for CV routing to VCF-74's LP filter cutoff (of white noise portion of drum sound) to allow for custom spread, aka 'keyboard tracking' mixed with a D-ENV env gen.

A huge percussive sound can be synthesized and shaped in a very wide variety of drum sounds, metallic, organic, wood, small to large."