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Thursday, January 04, 2024

Black Corporation XERXES MK2 SN 154

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"Excellent used condition, includes original packaging, power supply and rack ear kit.

XERXES delivers an unmatchable level of warmth through its two digitally controlled analog oscillators. A multimode analog filter, white and pink noise generator, 2 ADSR envelopes, 2 sync-able LFOs, unique analog BBD chorus with 3 modes, full MPE-based polyphonic aftertouch, and complete MIDI control including polyphonic aftertouch and MPE work together to bring a classic analog sound ready to integrate into modern times. MK2 features an updated VCA section, and balanced outputs.

Xerxes produces triangle, saw, square, and PWM waveforms with variable drift controls from each oscillator, sync with variable phase shifting, and ring modulation allowing for complex cross-modulation effects. Each oscillator features an octave switch, bipolar transpose potentiometer +/-7 semitones, a master tuning pot affecting both oscillators, and a detune knob for subtly detuning Oscillator 2 to Oscillator 1. Portamento/Glissando or Glide can be programmed to affect Oscillator 1, 2, or both.

The analog multimode filter on XERXES offers 24db/oct low pass, 12db/oct high pass modes and a band pass filter mode switchable between 6db/oct & 12db/oct for all kinds of filter characteristics. The filter can also be modulated by the dedicated ADSR envelope, LFO, velocity, and aftertouch (MPE and Polyphonic Aftertouch) allowing for incredibly expressive performance and programming.

XERXES features 6 LFO waveforms: Sine, triangle, saw, ramp, square, and random, plus a dedicated delay control to fade the LFO to the full amount set by the depth knob. Two LFOs are selectable with an A/B switch, each of which can be used to control multiple parameters set by the button switches to control oscillator tuning (A/B/Both) filter cutoff, and amplifier levels (VCF/VCA/Both.) Each of these LFOs also includes a Sync on/off switch.

XERXES features a beautiful, fully-analogue BBD-based chorus with 3 selectable modes, similar to the chorus effect found on the vintage Elka Synthex synthesizer. XERXES MK2 is equipped with stereo 1/4” balanced outputs to take full advantage of the stereo chorusing effect.

Finally, XERXES features full MIDI control and ability to store 128 user presets per bank across 11 banks (Factory, Vintage and 9 user banks) integrating this classic synth concept seamlessly into any studio setup."

Friday, August 04, 2023

Black Corporation XERXES MK2 SN 154 w/ Original Box

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Saturday, June 03, 2023

Black Corporation Xerxes V1 w/ Original Box

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Saturday, February 11, 2023

Black Corporation Xerxes

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Monday, June 06, 2022

Black Corporation Announces the XERXES MK2 for $4499



via Black Corporation

"The total price is $4499 with free worldwide shipping, the remaining balance of $3000 is to be paid when the product is ready for shipping in October 2022.

XERXES delivers an unmatchable level of warmth through its two digitally controlled analog oscillators. A multimode analog filter, white and pink noise generator, 2 ADSR envelopes, 2 sync-able LFOs, unique analog BBD chorus with 3 modes, full MPE-based polyphonic aftertouch, and complete MIDI control including polyphonic aftertouch and MPE work together to bring a classic analog sound ready to integrate into modern times. MK2 features an updated VCA section, balanced outputs and high quality audio via USB conversion.

Xerxes produces triangle, saw, square, and PWM waveforms with variable drift controls from each oscillator, sync with variable phase shifting, and ring modulation allowing for complex cross-modulation effects. Each oscillator features an octave switch, bipolar transpose potentiometer +/-7 semitones, a master tuning pot affecting both oscillators, and a detune knob for subtly detuning Oscillator 2 to Oscillator 1. Portamento/Glissando or Glide can be programmed to affect Oscillator 1, 2, or both.

The analog multimode filter on XERXES offers 24db/oct low pass and high pass modes and a band pass filter mode switchable from 12db/oct & 24db/oct for all kinds of filter characteristics. The filter can also be modulated by the dedicated ADSR envelope, LFO, velocity, and aftertouch (MPE and Polyphonic Aftertouch) allowing for incredibly expressive performance and programming.

XERXES features 6 LFO waveforms: Sine, triangle, saw, ramp, square, and random, plus a dedicated delay control to fade the LFO to the full amount set by the depth knob. Two LFOs are selectable with an A/B switch, each of which can be used to control multiple parameters set by the button switches to control oscillator tuning (A/B/Both) filter cutoff, and amplifier levels (VCF/VCA/Both.) Each of these LFOs also includes a Sync on/off switch.

XERXES features a beautiful, fully-analogue BBD-based chorus with 3 selectable modes, similar to the chorus effect found on the vintage Elka Synthex synthesizer. XERXES MK2 is equipped with stereo 1/4” balanced outputs to take full advantage of the stereo chorusing effect.

Finally, XERXES features full MIDI control and ability to store 128 user presets per bank across 11 banks (Factory, Vintage and 9 user banks) integrating this classic synth concept seamlessly into any studio setup.

We provide free worldwide shipping with DHL (some restrictions apply)."

Monday, March 28, 2022

Black Corporation XERXES. Worth 4000€?


video upload by Wine&Synths

"00:00 - Start
00:38 - Clones & Replicants
03:31 - Science Fiction
04:38 - The Xerxes
05:35 - Demo
06:23 - DCOs
07:15 - Oscillators
07:41 - PAM & Sync Demo
08:24 - Filter & Portamento / Glide
08:58 - W&S Score
12:49 - Final thoughts
14:20 - Demo Track

Welcome to my review if the Black Corporation XERXES Synthesizer!
It's a highly inspiring synthesizer without any flaws. A real joy to play with! But is it really worth 4000€?

A track I made with the Xerxes and my vintage Vermona DRM:"

Black Corporation Xerxes & Vermona '87 DRM 🇮🇹 Italo 🇯🇵 Minimal 🇩🇪 Disco

video upload by Wine&Synths

"Here is my latest track: produced just using the Vintage Vermona drum machine and the Black Corporation Xerxes that appeared surprisingly in the studio for a check!
It's a highly inspiring synthesizer without any flaws. A real joy to play with!
No additional effects other than stock delay and reverb from Ableton Live11 were used.
Chris - PiQuadrat"

Friday, February 11, 2022

M Patches [Bank 1] by synth_nyc





This one was spotted and sent in via Soviet Space Child.

Also see Deckard’s Dream, Kijimi and Xerxes by synth_nyc

Saturday, February 05, 2022

Black Corporation Xerxes X Vermona Vintage DRM 🇨🇮 Italo 🇯🇵 Minimal 🇩🇪 Disco Techno Synth Demo Track!


video upload by Wine&Synths

"Here is my latest track: produced just using the Vintage Vermona and the Black Corporation Xerxes that appeared surprisingly in the studio for a check!

It's a highly inspiring synthesizer without any flaws. A real joy to play with!

No additional effects other than stock delay and reverb from Ableton Live11 were used.

Chris - PiQuadrat"

Thursday, January 06, 2022

Black Corporation Xerxes SN 1773

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"The sound is absolutely beautiful. This synth is deceptively deep and can produce a massive palette of sounds from lush to clangorous. Pads, basses, and FX."

Sunday, October 17, 2021

Black Corporation Xerxes 8-Voice Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021

384 Free Patches for Deckard’s Dream, Kijimi and Xerxes by synth_nyc







via synth_nyc:

Please find here something different from the usual suspects:
- 384 free custom patches for Black Corporation synths -
Because it feels good to think differently!
You can also have a free listen to all of them here; no strings attached, since I’m not looking to monetize the plays or social media exposure.

DDRM patches are burnt in Bank 2 if you own a DDRM MK2, else please contact Black Corporation to get the patches.

Enjoy!"

Saturday, September 11, 2021

Black Corporation Xerxes

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021

Xerxes from Black Corporation

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"This is an 8 voice analog synth based on the famous and rare Elka Synthex. The instrument was bought straight from Black Corporation 25th of August 2020."

Monday, March 22, 2021

Black Corporation Xerxes SN 1939

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Saturday, January 09, 2021

Black Corporation Xerxes SN 1799

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Tuesday, October 06, 2020

Black Corporation Xerxes SN 1839

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"'This is a near mint Xerxes. Comes with original box, rack ears, and materials.

The only reason I don't list it as mint is because it came from Black Corporation directly with a tiny mark which you can see in the photographs. I point at it with a pencil. THIS MARK IS ON THE REAR or TOP (however you choose to describe it) so it would not be visible while playing, nor when racked.

The Xerxes is perfect in EVERY other way. Black Corporation designed this synth after the Elka Synthex. It has DCO's just like the Synthex and the 3-way analog chorus is also from the Elka. My bandmate has a Synthex at his home and it sounds very much the same. But frankly it also has a bit of Juno in the sound. This is likely due to the DCO's and chorus - which sounds amazing."

Saturday, September 05, 2020

Black Corporation XERXES

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Tuesday, March 24, 2020

Black Corporation Xerxes Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer


Published on Mar 24, 2020 Perfect Circuit

"Inspired by the rare Elka Synthex, Xerxes is the newest polysynth from Black Corporation. Bringing the sound and techniques of the Synthex to a wider audience than ever before, Xerxes provides new access to a wide range of tones from edgy to atmospheric.

Xerxes has a sound that feels distinctly from the 1980s, capable of rich, warbling strings, punchy brass, and ethereal pads. It exudes a fizzy, sparking high-end energy that makes strings come alive and sync sounds bite through any texture. But it truly excels at sounds that make use of its extensive modulation matrix—creating lurching, grinding modulated textures that meld its oscillators' raw grit with its filters' smooth, resonant response.

And like the Deckard's Dream and Kijimi before it, the Xerxes is also fully MPE-compatible—making it one of the most expressive and playable analog synths available.

Xerxes available here: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/black-..."

Saturday, February 01, 2020

Black Corporation Xerxes 8 voice analog synth SN 1725

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Tuesday, January 21, 2020

Black Corporation XERXES


Published on Jan 21, 2020 MrFirechild

"The XERXES is a modern take on the classic ELKA SYNTHEX! While keeping the same core sound including the analog chorus, the beautiful creamy multimode filter and powerful oscillators Black Corporation also adds an additional programmable LFO, MPE/Poly at over MIDI and lots of modern features. The track is called Xerxes.
Composed and produced by www.firechild.se"

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