Wigerdall's World demo

YouTube via simonpower. EDP Wasp.

Quadrasynth On Autopilot

YouTube via loonytunes1234.
"Just got hold one of these fabulous synths, im still trying to find my way around it but i stumbled upon the onboard demo and it blew me away i love bombastic over the top stuff and this was right up my street. Bit over the top on the reverb but still beats most onboard demos i have heard, but then as i said the more over the top the better for me :-)"

Sequential Circuits Prophet 600 Synthesizer by RetroSound

YouTube via retrosound72.
"audio demo with some self-made retro-sounds by RetroSound. more info: www.retrosound.de"

Sonalog Gypsy Midi Arm

via this auction. via Max.

"Sonalog Gypsy Midi controller. This is an amazing piece of technology. It’s purpose is to translate your arms movements into controller information for your music. Imagine a world where dance music is being created live in real time by dancers. That’s the potential for this kind of technology.

I had originally purchased it for a group that was based on this concept. The band fell apart and now I have this very awesome piece of music technology that I have no use for. I purchased it new for $1200 and now I am reselling it to try and re-coup some of my expenses.

I can’t really explain exactly what this thing does in this little text window. To get an accurate idea you need to visit http://www.sonalog.com/videos and watch the videos.

This is the right arm of the complete suit. It is in perfect working order. It comes with all of the original software and manuals which can also be downloaded from the sonalog website. I am also throwing in a $50 battery charger which charges up the battery packs in 15 minutes and provides days of use. You can purchase an additional arm in the future if you desire from Sonalog for a discounted rate and attach it to the frame.

This is an powerfull, intuitive and easy to use piece of technology.

Serge Modular (A1) 5 MODULES

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"C/A CONTROL AMP, DUAL UNIVERSAL SLOPE GENERATOR, UNIVERSAL EQUAL POWER AUDIO PROCESSOR, STEREO OUTPUT MIXER, VOLTAGE CONDTROLLED STEREO MIXER."

Serge Modular (A4) 5 MODULES

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"1- DUAL PROCESSOR
2- KEYBOARD ENVELOPE GENERATOR
3- DUAL UNIVERSAL SLOPE GENERATOR
4- DUAL UNIVERSAL SLOPE GENERATOR
5- UNIVERSAL EQUAL POWER AUDIO PROCESSOR"

Serge Modular (A2) 6 MODULES

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"1- PRECISSION VOLTAGE CONTROL OSCILLATOR
2- NEW TIMBRAL OSCILLATOR
3- TRIPLE WAVESHAPER
4- DUAL AUDIO MIXER
5- UNIVERSAL EQUAL POWER AUDIO PROCESSOR (ONE KNOB IS BENT)
6- DUAL PHASER (THREE KNOBS ARE BENT BUT THIS CAN BE FIXED)

Nearly all voltage control functions of the SERGE modules are accurately log-linear. This means that a control voltage will be directly proportional to the logarithm of the effect it produces, whether the effect is a change in amplitude, duration, or frequency. Log-linearity is essential because we perceive differences in these parameters as a function of the ratio of the change, rather than as a function of the difference. We hear an octave (a ratio of 2 to 1 between two frequencies) whether the frequencies are 200 and 100 Hz or 2000 and 1000 Hz.

All Timing and Frequency Ranges Are Wide Range
The minimum range of any module in the SERGE system is at least 10,000 to 1, from the highest to the lowest frequency, or from the longest to the shortest duration. In many modules the ratio is typically 100,000 to one, and in some cases exceeds 1,000,000 to 1.

Input Processing At VC Inputs
This allows a voltage to be scaled at an input with regards to both the depth or intensity of its effect as well as its direction. The response of the module to a control voltage can be set at the processing input, reducing the need for intermediate processors and inverters.

Calibrated Inputs
Experience has shown that it is also desirable to have pre-scaled control voltage inputs at 1 volt per octave, especially when using keyboards or computer controls. All SERGE oscillators, filters, and envelope generators have both calibrated and processing type inputs

These modules are at the heart of the versatility of the SERGE synthesizer. Examples can be seen in such modules as the Smooth & Stepped Function Generator, the Dual Universal Slope Generator, and the Universal Equal-Power Audio Processor

A Unique Packaging System
The SERGE synthesizer owes much of its versatility, portability, and affordability to the way it is packaged. Nearly any configuration of modules can be grouped together into one or more standard Panel/Racks. All holes are pre-punched to accommodate the entire line of SERGE modules. Jacks, switches, and other components are mounted onto the front Panel, and then the printed circuit boards are fitted into the Rack assembly behind the Panel. Since the Rack and its printed circuit boards open away from the Panel like a page in a book, both the initial assembly and its subsequent inspection are simplified.

Compatibility With Other Equipment
SERGE systems are electrically compatible with other synthesizers and audio equipment. When required, interfacing can usually be handled at each module's processing input. Adapters for other types of patchcords can be easily installed on the Panel

Ease of Incorporating Custom Mode/s
This is another benefit of the Panel/Rack package. Custom circuits can be installed into the Panel without drilling a single hole. Using standard Vectorboard, circuits can be fitted into the Rack and wired to front panel components. Custom faceplate graphics are easily applied without any special materials. The end result is a custom module integrated into the SERGE synthesizer with minimum effort."

Sequential Circuits Pro-One

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MOOG Taurus Operators Manual

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Synth Soundtracks

Micke came up with the mother of all lists for films featuring synths in their sound tracks. Click here for the list on VSE. So... the one thing that bugs me about VSE is that posts expire over time to make space on the server. That said, I will put the list in the comments. Hopefully Micke is ok with this. Pictured: Blade Runner featuring Vangelis and the Yamaha CS80. Trailer directly below.


YouTube via Mart138.Blade Runner - Vangelis Music Video