Breathe Alive (Roland MC 303)

YouTube Uploaded by ratface1987 on Mar 10, 2012

"I got a little carried away time-wise, so hopefully you enjoy it. All sounds coming directly from the MC 303 (including delay and flanger). I have it midi synced to Garageband which is why I pressed start on my computer instead of the groovebox. That way it recorded perfectly in sync with Garageband, making it easier to export and sync up with the video.

Free MP3 of track: http://soundcloud.com/ratface1987/breathe-alive

Enjoy!"

Midi Sync with Garageband (Roland MC-303)

Uploaded by ratface1987 on Mar 9, 2012

"This is a tutorial on how to sync the Roland MC-303 Groovebox with Garageband. Garageband does not support Midi sync (syncing midi clock, start/stop messages, etc.) on its own. This video shows you the third party Audio Unit to install, how to install, and how to configure the MC-303 to recognize Garageband.

This should work for any other sequencer, such as an Electribe or what have you, and it should work for sequencing an external synth, like the Akai Miniak. This video only shows how to midi sync clock data and start/stop messages.

I am posting a video soon of the song at the end, performed live on the MC-303. If you like it, subscribe or come by my channel to see it. Enjoy!"

Living Part 1 (iKaossilator)

YouTube Uploaded by ratface1987 on Apr 7, 2012

"I had a bunch of ideas sitting around on iKaossilator and I didn't know what to do with them. Then I felt really impressed to put together a continuous, dynamic performance of music that didn't stop for a long time. The result is this 48+ beauty. Not all the transitions are perfect, but I am very pleased with the result.

If you're looking for the most exciting video, this probably isn't it, but the music in my opinion makes for a good listen. So sit back, relax, surf the web, eat a sandwich, keep this running in the background and enjoy the tunes. :)"


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Living Part 2 (Figure iOS)

Published on Apr 10, 2012 by ratface1987

"I decided to do a series of live videos where I try to jam out and just put up whatever happens, but with the goal that the performance stays dynamic and interesting the entire time (as opposed to long jam videos where you watch someone pick drums sounds, make minor tweaks, and blah blah blah).

This installment of the Living series uses the iOS app Figure. It sounds good, but is limited to three instruments and two bars of music. It also lacks any sort of save or export feature, which is actually why I decided to buy it. I wanted to use it for making live, spontaneous music, that I wouldn't worry about recording, practicing over and over, perfecting, etc. Just music in the moment.

So I hope you enjoy. :) Like Living Part 1, I recommend just setting this on in the background while you do something, like you would a CD or MP3."

Living Part 3 (Roland MC 303)

YouTube Published on May 12, 2012 by ratface1987

"Part 3 of the Living series of long jam videos. Hope you enjoy. Here I'm using the MC 303 with the Korg Kaoss Pad Quad for effects.

It fell apart at the end so I decided to cut off the last five minutes and fade out instead. You get to hear the beginning of it at the end when the 303 decides to switch to a different pattern. I tried to recover after that but it was ugly... oh well.

There are some rough spots. And the the cutoff/volume knob on the MC 303 is starting to poop out on me so some of the filter sweeps freak out a little and that's why. Sometimes it actually makes a cool effect."

Could You Spell It (Korg KO1, Zoom MRT-3 & H4)

YouTube Uploaded by ratface1987 on Dec 31, 2011

"A spur of the moment jam. Dusted off the Zoom Micro Rhythm Track and was surprised at how pleased I was with everything. I bought it about 10 years ago and it still works perfectly despite some pretty heavy usage throughout the years.

Let me know what you think! :)

Free MP3 of track: http://soundcloud.com/ratface1987/could-you-spell-it"

Quiet Night (Akai Miniak)

YouTube Uploaded by ratface1987 on Sep 18, 2011

"Ambiant pad jam. Not my typical style but soothing and fun to play."

Acidic (Akai Miniak)

YouTube Uploaded by ratface1987 on Oct 6, 2011

"All done with a Multi patch on the Akai Miniak. Hope you enjoy some squelchy bass goodness."

A Kiss Goodbye (Roland MC 303)

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"Published on Aug 22, 2012 by ratface1987

I'm moving over seas in about a week so this is my last MC 303 jam for the next couple of years (unless I end up buying another one while I'm gone). The groovebox will sit in storage awaiting my return. So enjoy and comment! And no worries, I'll keep uploading videos, they just won't be MC 303 for a while.

MP3: http://soundcloud.com/ratface1987/a-kiss-goodbye"

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MC-303 by ratface1987

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Hour Glass (MC 303, Kaossilator, Zoom H4)

YouTube Uploaded by ratface1987 on Dec 17, 2011

"I busted out the MC 303 again this week and threw in the KO1 for kicks. As I was messing around I found some cool effects built into the Zoom H4 which I'm using as an audio i/o. So that's where the filter/wah is coming from.

Working with the MC 303 is a pain but it produces some interesting sounds when you coax it enough.

Free MP3: http://soundcloud.com/ratface1987/hour-glass"

Hard Talk (MC 303)

YouTube Uploaded by ratface1987 on Mar 3, 2012

"If you dig into the later patch banks the MC 303 has a lot of cool/quirky pads and ambient sounds. This is all done using only the MC 303. The delay is coming from the built-in effects unit. Enjoy!

Free MP3 of track: http://soundcloud.com/ratface1987/hard-talk"

Don't Forget Love (iKaossilator + KP Quad)

YouTube Uploaded by ratface1987 on Jan 7, 2012

"A little disco for mes amis francophiles.

Free MP3 of track: http://soundcloud.com/ratface1987/dont-forget-love

Enjoy, comment, like or share!"


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Eternally (Animoog-iPad)

YouTube Uploaded by ratface1987 on Nov 12, 2011

"A little ambient piece. The drums were sequenced live using GarageBand.

What do you think?

Free MP3 of track: http://soundcloud.com/ratface1987/eternally-eternal"

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DS-10 Birthday - Ratface1987 Live

Published on Nov 8, 2013 ratface1987·76 videos

"I've been wanting to sit down and do a live set like this on the DS-10 and the Kaoss Pad for a while. There are plenty of "mistakes" where the transitions don't quite work or the effects don't quite fit. But I wanted to upload it anyways as an unrehearsed, free form kind of jam session.

Oh, and I recorded this on my birthday. Thanks to my wife for letting me play all day. :)

Let me know what you think."

Seasons of Change (Animoog)

YouTube Uploaded by ratface1987 on Nov 26, 2011

"Another Animoog piece. Again, the drums were sequenced live in Garageband. To anyone who is wondering how I did this, I simply recorded the Animoog into computer using an audio i/o and lined it up with the video. Hope you enjoy!

Let me know what you think!

Free MP3 of recording: http://soundcloud.com/ratface1987/season-of-change"

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Magnum Opus Acidum (Korg DS-10)

YouTube Uploaded by ratface1987 on Nov 5, 2011

"I realize I'm a little late to the whole DS-10 thing, but I recently discovered for myself how awesome this thing really is.

Free MP3 of track: http://soundcloud.com/ratface1987/magnum-opus-acidum-short-mix

Comment to let me know what you think! :)"

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Eternally (DS-10)

Published on May 16, 2013 ratface1987·64 videos

"Track 6 of Electric Circus EP. What happened to Tracks 3, 4, and 5? I recorded them using song mode instead of doing a live performance. I thought that would make for a boring video, so they're all on soundcloud at the address below.

https://soundcloud.com/ratface1987

Enjoy!"

Half Latin (Roland MC 303)

YouTube Uploaded by ratface1987 on Mar 31, 2012

"Another MC 303 performance. No external effects or sequencing. I've been on a groovebox kick as of late. I just can't get enough groovebox! I hope you enjoy."

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D'ici là - Part 3 (Kaossilator 1)

Published on Aug 1, 2013 ratface1987·73 videos

"This is the third track from my burst of inspiration on the KO1 last week. Less ambient but still different from my normal style BPM wise.

This was the best take I could get. Unfortunately I didn't realize the input level was just a little too hot until after an hour of struggling to get the right take. So there is some fuzz as parts, but we'll pretend like that was intentional. ;) Please enjoy."

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the true bohème (iKoassilator + KP Quad)

Published on Jan 16, 2013 ratface1987·58 videos

"Jam session... you'll probably recognize the disco samples from DM1."

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Au delà (Kaossilator 1)

Published on Jul 24, 2013 ratface1987·69 videos

"I've been itching to do some ambient/drone stuff with the Kaossilator. So here it is. I hope you enjoy."

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Triplets Kaoss

YouTube Uploaded by ratface1987 on Feb 18, 2012

"I had a more elaborate video planned out, but my camera's battery died so I did this with my webcam instead. Hope you enjoy!"

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Chillin Your Face (Rhythm Studio - iPad)

YouTube Uploaded by ratface1987 on Dec 3, 2011

"A simple song. Was mainly experimenting with the drums. I then decided to try and splice together two different videos. Hopefully the two different angles improves your experience and doesn't distract too much from it. Any thoughts?"


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