Analogue Solutions New Synthesizer Teaser: AMPLE

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Update: demo by Starsky Carr posted here.

Ample can be as complex or as simple as you want it to be: We have given this synth a large and diverse number of controls, that alongside the patch sockets, will give even the best and most experienced synthesist endless possibilities.

We have presented the controls in a user-friendly and familiar synth layout that, together with this manual and other resources, enables even the new guy to get great sounds.

SYNTH – PERCUSSION – AUDIO PROCESSOR

"Ample is a compact analogue synthesizer. Analogue - as in really analogue. Aside from the MIDI chip (which has to be digital), everything else is totally analogue using real transistors and op-amps. There are no CPU-stabilised and quantised circuits, no DCOs, no digital LFOs and no digital EGs, as found on other so-called analogue synths. The circuitry is based on designs dating back to the mid-1970s. So Ample has a genuine old sound. The Best of all Ample combines the best elements of several of our recent products. -The sound elements of Fusebox -Jack patch points of Concussor Eurorack -Patch pin matrix of Vostok -Echo from Dr Strangelove -Sequencer and CV touch pads of Generator It shares all this yet still has its own sound!

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New STG Soundlabs modules for St Patrick's Day!

via STG Soundlabs

The first is the new thing: the MooSonics Vanilla Envelope. It is a 1MU envelope generator and VCA based on a certain 1970s cream-coloured synthesiser. I have also settled on the knobs I'm going to use for this product line, kind of an MXR style. I think this looks better for these modules than the aluminum inlay knobs I use for the aluminum panel modules.

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Analogue Solutions Colossus Classic | Slim Double Stack (AS100 & AS200) Synthesizer Variants

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"Double System

Colossus slim has been designed to elegantly stack on top of a Colossus classic for a grand double-height system.

If you already have a Colossus classic, you can still buy the slim at a later date and stack this on top - or just keep it separate.

Both work as stand-alone systems, but can be cross patched together, or with other 3rd-party synths.

A double system is supplied as 2 separate units. You will need at least 2 people to lift the slim on top. A 3rd is recommenced for moral support.

The slim is secured in places by a selection of bolts, forming one rigid unit.

AS100 Colossus ‘Classic’

This is the original and best system - the full console version.
It comes with a CRT scope as standard.

AS200 Colossus ‘Slim’

A small footprint version of the classic - taking over 50% less desk space. Features all the same audio and modulation circuits of the classic.

AS200 comes with an LCD two-channel scope as standard. CRT is available as an optional upgrade.

The matrices are smaller and are totally independent. They are not internally wired. This can be seen as an advantage (it’s a matter of your personal needs) since you can patch external gear into the matrices. The matrices are half-height compared to the Classic’s.

AS200’s mixer has more inputs.

As the slim loses the touch keyboards, play using external MIDI to CV keyboards (such as Arturia KeyStep), or using a MIDI to CV converter. Slim retains the 64-step analogue sequencer. So sequence with this and/or external CV sequencers."

Wowa Cwejman Has Passed Away

Some sad news in today. Legendary synthesizer maker Wlodzimierz Cwejman, known as Wowa Cwejman to the synth community, has passed away. As anyone who has visited this site over the years knows, his creations are recognized as the best of the best when it comes to quality and sound. He will be sorely missed.

The following was shared by Maho Cwejman:

“I’m incredibly sad to say that Wlodzimierz Cwejman (Wowa ) passed away yesterday. Wowa was an incredible man making great things and I love that we made so many together. Right now I hope you appreciate I need some time but will come back as soon as possible with an update to Cwejman. I want to thank everyone for your support and kind words🙏 Wlodzimierz Cwejman 1949-2021

Cwejman music AB
#Cwejman”


A tribute by verstaerker:

In Memory of Wowa Cwejman
video by verstaerker

"In memory of Wowa Cwejman who passed away 30.01.2021
Thank you Wowa for you wonderful instruments wich always inspired me making music.

The video is from a workshop long time ago in Schneidersbuero .. i think around 2008.
The music is made in 2007 after i bought my Cwejman S1. The sounds are done with a Doepfer A-154/155 Sequencer, Cwejman S1 and a Roland JV1080 for the pad.

Rest in Peace!"


And a couple of interviews from the archives:

Wowa Cwejman Interview From Totally Wired [previously posted here]

Published on Jan 19, 2017 brian tregaskin

"last bit of totally wired which includes interview with wowa cwejman"

Totally Wired was a documentary associated with Schneiders Buero, the people behind SUPERBOOTH.

Workshop with Wowa Cwejman @SchneidersLaden [previously posted here]

Published on Jan 15, 2019

"At the beginning of July 2018 SchneidersLaden had the opportunity to welcome Wowa Cwejman again. The occasion was the presentation of four new modules. Wowa Cwejman was so kind to give us an overview of these modules in the large showroom of SchneidersLaden, together with Tom Körting they went through all new aspects of the modules and patched some sound examples. With the displayed oscilloscope you get a good sense of what is happening with the signals. All in all a lot of new possibilities to explore!

Update: a tribute from C Nich0llsL.



"Single take recording from Cwejman S1. I was fortunate to pick up one of the last batch (in grey). Had been kicking myself for not getting one when they fist launched for several years. It is beautiful.
The recording had been sitting on my desktop for a couple of months. After hearing of Wowa's passing, I am sharing as an homage to the beautiful tone of this instrument and to the man that created it.
Recorded through Strymon;s Night Sky, the resonances seem to stretch out into the darkness.
Left unadorned for those who may want to take a moment and gaze at the Night Sky.
Thank you, for a beautiful instrument."

Manual Advance by BENGE from the album ARPFORMS

zack dagoba

"The track is taken from my album "Arpforms" - every sound on the album was made on the Arp 2500!

2020 saw the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the ARP 2500. This video is an homage to this amazing machine

https://zackdagoba.bandcamp.com/album...

instagram: memetunestudio"


Download includes 12 page PDF booklet

"This year marks the 50th anniversary of the creation of the ARP 2500

Introduced in 1970, the 2500 was Alan R Pearlman’s first commercial product, being sold under his company’s name Tonus Inc. Alan had come from an engineering background, having worked as a designer for a company providing equipment for NASA, which was used on the Gemini and Apollo space programmes. Indeed, some of the circuitry and hardware that was sent into space was actually used in the 2500 synthesiser, giving an indication of the quality and precision of the instrument he was responsible for creating

The team that developed the 2500 must have put much time and thought into the development of the system before it was finally put into production. Contemporaneous equipment consisted only of modular systems, and therefore the concept of the pre-wired keyboard synthesiser had not yet been formed, and the only instruments (other than electric organs) that were available were fully or semi-modular in nature

With the 2500 the decision was made to do away with the patch-cord method of interconnecting the various signals and control voltages, replacing them with a series of matrix-switches to make the connections. There are several advantages with this design philosophy, but there are also a few disadvantages which I will describe later. The biggest advantage I can see is that it makes patching the system very neat and tidy, there being no cables to work around when building sounds. On a conventionally patched system, the amount of cables can build up very quickly to become a mass of tangled wires, which can obscure the control surface and legending on the synthesiser, making it hard to see what is going on. On the 2500 the controls are always kept clear

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White Analogue Solutions Vostok Matrixsynth V2

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And for those wondering, no, there is no relation to this site. Matrixsynth in this case stand for the matrix modulation patch bay. The site got it's name from my alias, matrix, and the Oberheim Matrix-6, my first synth. I registered the matrixsynth.com domain name back in 1997, long before the Vostok Matrixsynth.

"The Vostok combines the patch panel convenience and all-in-one instrument approach of the EMS Synthi with the with the open-system nature of eurorack modular. The module selection in the Vostok is second to none as far as versatility and economy.

The Vostok has far more features packing a powerful amount of modular synthesizer power into one small suitcase.

This Vostok is in perfect working condition and only used in the studio.

Matrix Patch Panel

Utilises the EMS VCS3/AKS style patch panel, but with an with increased 22x22 connection size. The matrix panel gives the patching versatility of a modular without the need for confusing & front-panel interfering patch cables. It's the neatest & most versatile method of creating patches.

External Patching

Matrix panels alone do not allow interfacing with external synthesizers & signals, so the Vostok also provides a full complement of front panel jack socket patch points for additional internal & external patching & interfacing.

All circuits are totally analogue with the exception of the MIDI interface.

Utility Modules

Mixer: CV / Audio Mixer. 6 input with Normal and Inverse output
Signal Meter: The meter input is taken from the mixer output
Multiples 1 and 2: 2 multiples, each is 4 way
Adaptor 1: 6.35mm / 3.5mm jack socket converters
Adaptor 2: 6.35mm / 3.5mm jack socket converter wired into the matrix board

Control Modules

MIDI to CV Converter: CV1 (pitch) / CV2 (controller) / Gate / Accent / Legato, MIDI Thru, channel select, manual trigger
Joystick: 2 way joystick controller
Sequencer: 8 step CV & Gate analogue sequencer, range switch, manual step

Audio Modules

VCO1: Saw / Square waves, Pulse Width, Glide, Sync
VCO2: Saw / Square waves, Pulse Width, Glide, Sync
VCO3: Saw / Square waves, Pulse Width, Glide, Sync
Noise: White noise source

Voltage Controlled Multimode Filter:

2 Filters based on Korg MS20 circuitry. Independent Cut Off and Resonance for Low Pass Filters and High Pass Filters. The VCLPF and VCHPF combine to produce a 3rd filter type, Band Pass

Voltage Controlled Amplifier:

VCA wired in series with the VCF output. With 1/4" jack audio output.

Ring Modulator: AC ring mod

CV Modules

EG 1: ADSR envelope generator, Norla/Inverse output, Repeat function
EG 2: ADSR envelope generator, Normal/Inverse output, Repeat function
VCLFO1: Ramp, Reverse Ramp, Square,Triangle waves, Voltage controlled frequency
VCLFO2: Ramp, Reverse Ramp, Square,Triangle waves, Voltage controlled frequency

Sample & Hold:
S&H with Slew

Matrix Patch Panel

Utilising ﾑEMS VCS3ﾒstyle patch panel with 22x22 connections. The patching versatility of a modular without the need for confusing & front-panel interfering patch cables.

Lead Patching

Jack socket patch points provided for additional internal & external patching & interfacing.
LEDs:13 of them! 4x7 segment wavetable display

Dimensions

Dimensions shown do not include feet/handles/catches/corners pieces. Complete closed case: 10-13/16"H x 17-3/8"W x 7-7/16"D Lid depth: 2" inside (enough to leave in patch leads)"

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New Pa4X OS Next

Published on Jan 19, 2019 Korg

"KORG is pleased to announce Pa4X OS NEXT, the new Operating System for the Pa4X Professional Arranger.
Pa4X OS NEXT is a fresh new approach for our award-winning flagship arranger, the Pa4X featuring a renewed, luscious, dark and glimmering display and new technological advances driving powerful features to deliver beautiful contemporary musical materials in our award-winning flagship arranger.

This is more than a simple update, this feels like an all-new Pa series arranger as OS next raises the bar for what a professional arranger can do. This is because we talk a fresh approach to considering how to deliver the most powerful arranger possible to musicians around the world.

As usual, Korg offers this operating system update at no charge for all existing users. Since the beginning of our Pa-Series adventure we have always tried to provide great new features via system updates (while some other companies deliver updates in a different keyboard). A KORG Professional Arranger is designed to keep growing, increasing its value through the years.

In addition to increasing performance through free software updates, Korg arranger keyboards preserve their value by reading sound and style data from our older models. When you think it is time to switch to your next arranger, do it together with all your sounds, songs and styles.

Pa4X OS NEXT will be available late February 2019.

Soundtrack composed and arranged by Roberto de Luca

Video concept by MC2U Video"

"Here’s what's new in this free Pa4X OS NEXT system update.

New Dark-Glimmering GUI (Graphical User Interface)
KORG Professional Arrangers were the first to feature a touch-screen display, making interaction between keyboard and performer much easier and more natural. Since then, musicians worldwide have come to appreciate the power and user friendliness of a touchscreen display. Pa4X OS NEXT takes this to a new level becoming even more attractive and easy to use. There is no need to learn a totally new way of working, instead you can enjoy our advanced GUI.

With Pa4X OS NEXT we continue to offer the same arrangement of the GUI’s elements, letting you find them where you expect, while using color contrast so the most relevant components come to the foreground, while the static elements sit back unobtrusively. Color coding is more evident than ever, helping you navigate the power of the Pa4X OS NEXT in a world full of colors.

Direct reading of User Samples from disk
The User Sample memory is now more than three times larger! You can now load 1.5 GB of User Samples, which becomes 3 GB when using our fast compression algorithm.

Easily Copy Keyboard Sets
You can now copy Keyboard Sets between Styles and SongBook Entries to easily shift programming to other songs and styles.

Improved mono solo instruments
The Mono Legato and Portamento Time parameters have been revised to make monophonic solo instruments more realistic when playing legato. By finely adjusting the timing and stretching when connecting notes, the sound will now play smoothly making it more inviting for the performer and audience. There are a few new sounds showcasing this new feature.

Improved Drawbars
Drawbars organs are so important to many musical styles and the Drawbars page has been revised to feel more like the classic organ console. And the Drawbar sound has also been refined to be even better!

Consolidated Record dialog
When pressing Record, you can now choose what you want to record - independently from the current Operating Mode. Record styles, songs, pads, or access the song’s Quick Record or the style's Creator Bot, as well as recording everything to an MP3 file: you can now quickly and easily choose what you want to record.

Improved Quick Record
Quick Record is the fast way to create your own songs with the accompaniment of our styles. This is now more straightforward making it the same as the main page using just a few record indicators in the mix.

Get wired!
It is now very easy to connect small keyboards, mixing surfaces, percussive pads – the full catalogue of our KORG nano series of controllers! Just connect them to the USB HOST port, choose the dedicated MIDI Preset, and you are ready to go with a pad controller, second keyboard or remote control of the sound

General improvements
While we were there, we also added the ability to select more Song Book entries at once, lock the selected Keyboard Sets, remotely control the Synchro Start/Stop function via MIDI and of course tightened and smoothed out the whole performance system."

Wowa Cwejman Interview From Totally Wired

Published on Jan 19, 2017 brian tregaskin

"last bit of totally wired which includes interview with wowa cwejman"

Totally Wired was a documentary associated with Schneiders Buero, the people behind SUPERBOOTH.

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

P.S. Anyone know what Cwejman is up to nowadays?

Old-School Synth-Pop Tutorial/workflow Videos by Espen Kraft

Espen Kraft
Published on Mar 27, 2017

Note: this completes the current run of Espen Kraft posts on the site. If you are coming in on the main site you can just scroll down for previous posts in order. If you are coming in directly to this post, click here for all Espen Kraft posts in reverse order. There have been a couple of updates, so be sure you haven't missed anything. These are some great synth videos with that classic 80s feel.

http://www.espenkraft.com
https://soundcloud.com/espenkraft
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1dMWi...

Playlist:
1. Old-school synth-pop tutorial/workflow - Retrowave/synthwave - Free patches Roland JX-8P download
2. Italo Disco - Old-school synth-pop tutorial/workflow - Free patches DX7
3. The Golden Boy - Old-school synth-pop Synthwave tutorial/workflow breakdown & multi track
4. 80s MIDI synthesizer setup explained - tutorial/workflow 2017

Details for each:

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NYZ DRN4 DECLASSIFIED

Exclusive mix on SoundCloud:


And a track from the release on Bandcamp:


Tracklist:

1. NYZ_FMMGKSQ_43t
2. ISR_16x16_WCM
3. CSN [excerpt 2 mono]
4. SWI_r170_16x32x32_B
5. SWI_FM1#16
6. NYZ-1_1#08_A [finite downsized]
7.CSN1 [excerpt 1 mono]

Be sure to see the MATRIXSYNTH exclusive further below!

FM EXPLORATIONS AND MICROTONAL DRONES FROM NYZ (AKA DAVE NOYZE, DAVID BURRASTON, NOYZELAB, BRYEN TELKO)

This is the first release by NYZ and is a superb musical collection of research areas classified to internal Noyzelab operations. Not even .MEDS label were informed of the secret processes underlying its creation, excepting that we know it involved Frequency Modulation (FM) synthesis! We have not been given any information regarding when this work was recorded, but we suspect the material spans at least a decade of David's FM algorithm research on numerous synthesizers, as well his own custom built ear deceiving gear...

According to one reviewer of David's previous musical output he "gleefully disrupts just about every standard convention of musical form you could think of, including those of so-called experimental musics."

Other reviewers have written that :
"His music is a bizarre, yet compelling journey investigating the outer realms of music generated on ancient & contemporary machines." "It's strikingly original audio that doesn't really sound like anything else I can think of." "Utterly sublime. So there you go, a life-affirming slab of mind-altering sound to reawaken you to the terrifying possibilities of creation."

"absolutely wreaks havoc" wrote Keith Fullerton Whitman on reviewing David's last release T. H. Cycle cassette on Important Records/Cassauna .

Cassette releases April 1, 2016

All Audio by David Burraston
Design Tom Knapp

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MATRIXSYNTH recently asked NYZ why he put together this new album of FM synthesis based explorations, and whether he would discuss some of the process behind it. The declassified information below has been put together by NYZ especially for a MATRIXSYNTH exclusive.

***BEGIN NYZ DRN4 DECLASSIFICATION REPORT***

DC REPORT STATUS: PARTIAL DECLASSIFICATION ONLY
PARTIAL DC STATUS: INCOMPLETE CELLULAR BINARY SPACETIME
PARTIAL DC LEVEL: SEMI-PICTORIAL_TEXTUAL_HIGHLIGHTS
FUTURE DC STATUS: _PENDING

The main reasons for making this album were an interest in FM synthesis in both analogue modular and MIDI/digital mediums. I had worked with digital FM synthesis since getting a Yamaha TX81Z when they came out back in 1987 (which I still have, along with another backup machine with a very hummy mains transformer which bleeds onto the outs). How me and another synth friend used to cry with drunken laughter at preset D11 Hole in 1... :) But after initially wondering whether I had just wasted about 350 UK pounds on an utter piece of shit... I quickly warmed to its better presets, and its very different approach to synthesis yielded enough interesting results early on for it not to get outed.

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Boss DR-110 Dr. Rhythm Graphic Drum Machine with Original Case

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"Dr. Rhythm Graphic (DR-110) offers a wide selection of sounds, preset patterns, a large number of programmable patterns, and the ability to chain patterns together to form songs. The simple step programming is aided by an LCD grid showing the individual notes in the current pattern. In addition to step programming there is also a "tap write" programming mode.

This instrument is powered by a 9v adaptor (not included) or four AA batteries (also not included). The original manual can be download here.

The sounds are Kick, Snare, Closed Hi-Hat, Open Hi-Hat, Cymbal and Clap. The sounds are totally analog, and sound crisp and punchy, thanks to tone generation circuitry. A balance knob alters the level of the Kick, Snare and Clap relative to the other sounds, while an accent knob controls the amount of emphasis applied to accented steps. There is also a volume knob, which controls the overall level of both the main and headphone outputs. The main output is mono, but has an unusual feature whereby plugging in a suitable wired lead with a stereo jack plug allows for the feeding in of another signal to be mixed with the drum sounds. Another socket provides for a trigger signal, emitting a pulse for every accented step in a pattern.

The patterns are organized into four banks of eight patterns each. Banks C and D are the presets, while banks A and B are programmable. Each pattern can be switched between 12 or 16 steps, for a 3/4 or 4/4 time signature. Two songs can be programmed, each containing a maximum of 128 bars."

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Analogue Solutions Vostok

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"Full Spec:
All circuits are totally analogue with the exception of the MIDI interface. This is the Version 2 Vostok with 3 analog oscillators and new metal case!

484 Matrix patch panel points / 69 Sockets / 52 Rotary controls / 13 LEDs / 20 Switches / 2 Displays

Dimensions
Dimensions shown do not include feet/handles/catches/corners pieces.
Complete closed case: 274 (H) x 440 (W) x 188 (D)
Weight: 19 pounds with lid on.
Lid depth: internal 50mm (enough to leave in patch leads). External 134mm

Control Modules
MIDI to CV Converter
CV1 (pitch) / CV2 (controller) / Gate / Accent / Legato, MIDI Thru, channel select, manual trigger

Joystick
2 way joystick controller

Sequencer
8 step CV & Gate analogue sequencer, range switch, manual step

Audio Modules
VCO1: Saw / Square / Tri waves, Glide, Sync
VCO2: Saw / Square waves, Pulse Width, Glide, Sync, Sub outs
VCO3: Saw / Square waves, Pulse Width, Glide, Sync, Sub outs
Noise: White noise source

Voltage Controlled Multimode Filter
2 Filters based on Korg MS20 circuitry. Independent Cut Off and Resonance for Low Pass Filters and High Pass Filters. The VCLPF and VCHPF combine to produce a 3rd filter type, Band Pass

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Hard Mod Electronics Rare one of a kind MODULAR SYNTHESIZER

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via the seller: "The wait time was 6 months! and i worked to make it just what i wanted.

anyways it has exactly:
6 OSCILLATORS SAW WAVE HZ/VOLT WITH OSCILLATOR CONTROLS AND SEPERATE CV INPUT PER OSCILLATOR WITH SEPERATE OUTS
2 VOLTAGE CONTROLLED LFOS FROM THE DUO DESIGN (SAW SINE TRI OUTS CV IN RATE CONTROLS )
2 LFOS MORE WITH SHAPE SWITCH, RATE CONTROLS.
2 VCA'S CV INPUT , SOUND INPUT CONTROL OUTPUT
1 SIX CHANNEL MIXER CAN MIX AUDIO ALSO CAN MIX CV
1 LPF SELF OSCILLATING CUTOFF RESO, WITH CV INPUT
1 LPF /HPF SELF OSC RESO CUTOFF WITH CV IN
1 ANALOG DELAY
1 LOFI PITCH SHIFTER

this is totally modular with everything being seperate and not hard wired together (ie semi modular) comes with 15 cables. this synth is very well designed and can be a serious sound designing tool and funk machine..."

MusoTalk Special - Hausbesuch in Schneidersladen

YouTube Published on Oct 1, 2012 by musotalk

"weitere videos: http://www.musotalk.de - Mitten in Berlin am Kottbuser Tor gibt es den besten Laden für Synthie-Junkies. Andreas Schneider verkauft und vertreibt eine grandiose Palette an verrückten Klangerzeugern."

If you are not familiar with Andres Schneider, click here and enjoy. You'll find a number of posts featuring his name and influence. He is the man behind the documentary Totally Wired and host of the massive synth Superbooth at the yearly Musikmesse convention in Europe.

via wire to the ear

ALEX4 at the Musikmesse

via STROMKULT

"A company making everything for the retail business serving other companies like Schneidersladen with smaller manufacturers goods has introduced themselves as ALEX4 distribution GmbH in Frankfurt now."

That looks like Andreas Schneider, the man behind STROMKULT and Schneiders Buero. They are known for their super booths at the Musikmesse. Andreas also produced the film Totally Wired, A documentary film about Andreas Schneider's infamous 'Schneider's Buero' [Schneidersbuero], the boutique electronic musical instrument shop in Berlin..

Logan String Melody II classic analogue paraphonic string synth

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"This is a true analogue classic: a paraphonic ensemble / string synthesiser with an incredibly lush, warm, rich sound. It's graced a thousand hits and inspired a load of in-the-box computer emulations, but none of them can come close to the real thing. The String Melody 2 offers a split keyboard, with "bass" tones in the left and "treble" in the right. Each has their own set of sliders to control the mix of analogue waveforms that make up the sound. The "Cello", "Viola" and "Violin" tones are actually all the same sound, but transposed up an octave in each case; by mixing these, you can rapidly create very thick ensemble pad sounds which can then be further tweaked with the Attack and Sustain sliders (Sustain here effectively means Release – it controls how long the sound takes to decay to silence after you let go of the keys).

Adding to the three basic tones are Bass and Percussion, both of which are monophonic with lowest-note priority. They operate to the left of the split point only, and can add real weight and extra warmth to low tones and bass parts. Dialing in analogue pads, string ensembles, rich textures and soundscapes, or string leads is an absolute synch.

The String Melody II adds to the basic controls with a set of five "preset" buttons which are actually way more versatile than mere presets. These alter the analogue waveforms used to create the sound, the chorus effect, and the amount of vibrato applied; so that a slider setup will sound totally different depending on whether you have "Organ" engaged or "Orchestra". These buttons offer starting-points from which you can then sculpt the sound to taste, and really add to the versatility of the instrument.

The waterfall keyboard is four octaves of real quality: it's a delight to play – a real player's machine! It comes in its own Tolex case to protect it, and is mains wired for the UK."

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Analogue Solutions Vostok Version 2 - Black

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video at the auction and below.
"All circuits are totally analogue with the exception of the MIDI interface. This is the brand new Version 2 Vostok with 3 analog oscillators and new metal case!

484 Matrix patch panel points / 69 Sockets / 52 Rotary controls / 13 LEDs / 20 Switches / 2 Displays

Dimensions
Dimensions shown do not include feet/handles/catches/corners pieces.
Complete closed case: 274 (H) x 440 (W) x 188 (D)
Weight: 19 pounds with the lid on.
Lid depth: internal 50mm (enough to leave in patch leads). External 134mm

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NEW MFOS Delayed Modulation Module

YouTube Uploaded by theraywilsonshow on Sep 9, 2011

"LFO, VCA and AR generator all in one module and wired for delayed modulation. Totally cool and frees up a VCA, LFO and AR generator. You can see the entire project at musicfromouterspace DOT com. Enjoy!"

Wolfgang Palm - The ppg Story

15 part series here.

via Thomas on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

How it all began:

"I already played in a band back in my school days, and because I couldn’t afford a real guitar, I built one myself. It was built from a finger-board which I got from a broken travelling guitar found in the garbage, a body from flake board, with self-wired pickups.

We played songs from the Beatles, Stones, Spencer Davis Group and what else was heard on the radio in the 60s.
Later, during my studies (physical technology, from atomics through acoustics to electronics), I played the organ. (a Farfisa) Synthesizers were still unknown. At some point in ’70 I heard a song from Emerson Lake & Palmer on the radio and it totally struck me. I believe it was the song “Lucky Man” with that synth solo near the end. One must keep in mind that my ears had never before come to hear such a sound. From that day on I was a complete Emerson fan.
I immediately asked myself what kind of musical instrument this could be and also how such an instrument could function. Particularly the Portamento Effect pointed to the fact that it was an Oscillator which doesn’t have a fixed pitch (like with an organ), but is freely controllable.
Because I knew quite a lot already about transistors and the other components, I built a VCO, like I had in my mind. To control it, I built a Pitch-to-Voltage converter which generated a control voltage from the sounds of the organ and triggered the VCO..."

SDIY Assorted random project ideas

See http://users.ece.gatech.edu/~lanterma/ems11/projectideas_sp11.html. I mirrored this below for the archives as it's on an edu site and they have been known to disappear after interest is gone. There are some interesting details on various synth designs including the Rhodes Chroma VCO, Yamaha CS-80 filter, Roland Jupiter-6 filter, Korg MS-20 sytle VCO, Buchla 148, Tau 1005 Utility VCO, Korg Delta, and more.

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