New Old Stock Boss RPH-10

via swissdoc:

"just got this in the mail today, a brand new, mint in box, New Old Stock Boss RPH-10.
Opening this up was like in a time machine, the flyer, the sticker etc. 23 years old if I take the printed in 1985 label from the manual.

Will add a decent phasing to my Blofeld ;-)"

Check out AudioCubes at Musikmesse 2008

via Percussa
"I am Bert Schiettecatte, the founder of PERCUSSA, and the inventor of the AudioCubes, the first tangible interface in the world for live electronic music.
I would like to personally invite you to our booth at the upcoming Musikmesse in Frankfurt, and check out the latest developments of the AudioCubes, such as:
• improved compatbility with Propellerheads Reason
• the MIDI Bridge preset system
• improved MIDI continuous controller scaling, range setting and inversion
Our booth location: Hall 5.1, Stand D39. Stop by and say hello!
Also, don't forget to visit the AudioCubes forum where you can exchange experiences with other users of the AudioCubes and ask questions.
Warm regards from Europe,
Bert Schiettecatte
PERCUSSA"

Dubsounds Vintage Drum Player and the KORG KR-55

I previously posted on Dubsounds back on May 16, 2006. Back then it was on their MOOG Polymoog page.

Recently Kris wrote into the Analog Heaven email list with links to images of three version of the KORG KR-55, the original, the KR-55B revision 1 and the KR-55B revision 2. I asked him about putting up a post and he pointed me to the source of the images, the Dubsounds KR-55 info page.

You will find more info including history, images and samples as well as sample sets for sale. To check out the samples, click on the "Listen To My Beats" button. A player will come up in which you can select the KROG KR-55, and other drum machines. A drop down with the presets for each will come up. You can select any and listen the full rhythm.

Be sure to check out the rest of http://www.dubsounds.com/ as well. BTW, for a more virtual experience with classic drum machines, also check out Audio Playground.

BTW, Kris is looking for service manuals of the K-55Bs. If you know of where to find one, please comment or shoot me an email. My contact info is on the right of the site - just do a search on the page for contact.

My kitten plays keyboards better than me.

YouTube via hamsterdunce
"An outtake of a recent video interview I made for SonicState.com when my Himalayan kitten (Dusty) steals the show and starts playing synth music behind me that actually sounds pretty friggin' good. That jerk. It's bad enough that he's better looking, but I figured I at least had all the talent up in here's."

Sequential Circuits Prophet-5 with Duron

YouTube via bigcitymusic
"This is a Rev3 Prophet-5 that we just pulled from our warehouse. The physical condition is beautiful and, amazingly, it actually still works fairly well. We will clean and service it as we do all our vintage synths. But for now, here is Duron playing it."

Studio Electronics Omega-2

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TRIADEX MUSE

images via this auction

"From the hometown in which it was designed, we are offering a beautifully preserved TRIADEX MUSE sythesizer. A very historic item, as the sequencer in the MUSE is considered the very first digital instrument ever!, designed by two engineers from MIT, Marvin Minsky and Edward Friedkin. An extremely rare piece only about 240 of these were ever made, and not typically available for commercial sale. This piece is in excellent working condition. The woodwork is also in excellent shape. As you can see from the photos, the faceplate, writing and original lights have all been very well preserved also. The unit also comes with a detailed manual. The synth has a great sound, which can be monitored both through a built-in speaker, as well as an external speaker that can be easily connected through the back. The sequencer for this item is very unique and unusual. Controlled by sliders in the front of the unit, the MUSE was designed to have the capacity to actually select notes and invent themes, as an early experiment in artificial intelligence. By adjusting the sliders, one controls how these themes develop. A very interesting compositional tool! Great for anyone with an interest in electronic music. What more, the synth has a classic, haunting and musical sound. -the Smithsonian Institute selected the MUSE for display in their musical instrument show\ -among other musicians, film composer Tony Lusis featured the MUSE in the theme for the movie "The Call of the Spirit." -featured in the TV show "The Wonderful World of Popular Science," in which the MUSE is used to compose a two-part invention. A very special piece for any synth enthusiast, or electronic composer."

MOOG Minimoog Model D

images via this auction

Flat Minimoog

KORG Electribe ES-1 MKII

images via this auction
"# ES-1 mkII Specifications (subject to change):
# Number of parts: 12 (One Shot=9, Slice Part=1, Audio In Part=1, Accent Part=1)
# Sampling Frequency: 32kHz
# Maximum Sampling Time: 95 (mono) / 47.5 (stereo) seconds, saving to internal memory
# Number of Samples: 100 (mono) + 50 (stereo)
# Memory: 128 patterns, 16 songs
# Master Effect: Delay (Normal, Motion Sequence, BPM sync)
# Insert Effects: 11 types (Reverb, Flanger/Chorus, Phaser, Ring Modulator, Pitch Shifter, Compressor, Distortion, Decimator, Isolator, Resonance, Filter, Modulation Delay)
# Sequencer: (Pattern) 64 steps maximum per part, motion sequence, 1 parameter per part, 64 events, One Shot part=4 parameters, Audio In part=3 parameters, Accent part=1 parameter, Delay=2 parameters, Effects=2 parameters : (Song) 256 patterns maximum per song, event recording: 43,700 events maximum per song
# Output: L/MONO, R (1/4" phone jack-mono x 2), Headphones (1/4" stereo phone jack)
# Input: AUDIO IN (1/4" stereo phone jack, Level switch LINE/MIC, Gain adjustment knob)
# External Memory: SmartMedia (4 to 64MB, 3.3V)
# AD/DA conversion: 20-bit linear
# MIDI: IN, OUT, THRU
# Power Consumption: 6W
# Power Supply: DC 9V (AC adapter)
# Accessories: AC adapter (DC9V, 600mA)
# Dimensions: 11-3/5"W x 8-3/5"D x 2-1/5"H
# Weight: 1.6kg / 3 lbs"

Music Tech Pro Performer (3 of 3)

YouTube via Hiddenfortress. You can find Part 2 and 1 here. via brian c.
"Here it is the Pixelh8 Music Tech Pro Performer for the GBA and DS. Sign up @
www.hiddenyouthrecords.co.uk for details of when and where it will be releaased."
Update: Be sure to check out 6:13 for a nod to Matrixsynth! Thank you Pixelh8!!! :)

Promising Technique

YouTube via zfan88. via filip_t on the forum.
"Test recording demonstrating live manipulation capabilities of av sampler setup operated by Zambari. Drums played by Arszyn. Human beatbox samples taken from http://vjkungfu.tv/archive/av-challen..., under Creative Commons licence. "

ML-303v4 modified

flickr by pac209

"this ML has some unique mods, square wave PWM (sounds great), waveform pot, extra-low cutoff switch, extra short decay pot, overdrive...has MIDI too"

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Roland TB-303 clone

CGS chime March 2008

flickr by stickjones

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Harvestman Module Review on trash_audio

click here for the full review.
"Both modules are aesthetically beautiful front and back and well constructed. I'm not sure how I feel about Buchla Style wiggle on the knobs. The knobs definitely makes me feel a more rich, almost as if I could afford a Buchla. It's almost like picturing your girlfriend is Shannyn Sossamon while you're...... *ahem*. Anyways this is almost like cheating... so aside from the wiggle causing hallucinations, I'm going to assume that they're a welcome change because I treat my gear like crap and a little give on the knobs will keep them from getting bent."

Polysics - Kayo the synth girl

flickr by Stéfan

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Clavia Nord Lead 2

Coalescence and Luxation

"This is what I've been working on for the past week after I put my kids to bed. The music is realized entirely using my modular - every total element, one monophonic line at a time. The only non-modular element is Battery which I used for the drums. All of this audio was recorded into my DAW and severely processed and edited, but no other synths were used."

via The Stretta Procedure where you can find the full post with audio and more images.

The real Arturia Jupiter 8V

YouTube via hello6am. Sent my way via Alex
"Having a play on Arturia's actual Roland Jupiter 8 test machine. Amazing how they made it sound just like the software..."

Doepfer A-100 Monster Base Frame

via Doepfer, via ross.
On the occasion of the Musikmesse Frankfurt from March 12 to 15, 2008 we show the prototype of the A-100 Monster Base. It has the same width as the A-100 monster case and is planned as a base frame for these. But it can be used also without the monster case. It has a removeable top cover with handle for easy transportation.
The base frame has two rows for modules available: one with horizontal alignment and another 45 degrees inclined row. The useable width will be probably 160 HP (i.e. a bit less than the monster case because of the mechanical construction). Two A-100 power supplies (PSU2) and four bus boards are built in.

Release date: spring 2008, price: still to be calculated

zorlon cannon

flickr by nakedintruder

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This image is actually from wire to the ear where you can find a write-up of the Harvestman Zorlon Canon.

IMG_7844

flickr by goutroy

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Anyone ID the Roland?

Korg X50

YouTube via RockPalaceDenHaag
Description in Googlish:
"This ultra-light compact synth has 61 keys, 62 votes, 64 MB sample ROM, USB, editing software and more! The Korg X-50 is the best synth for live performances or in the studio."

e-mu Emax sounds disk test PPG cello

YouTube via yamahacs80 (click for more). Emax sound disk test : ppg cello
Not the best audio quality, but they should give you a sense of the character as well as some of the soundsets for the E-Mu Emax.

PAiA Fatman Analog Synthesizer Jam/Test

via Nusonica
"Simple jam session, testing out the PAiA Fatman Analog Synthesizer. The drums are from a Korg drum machine. The PAiA Fatman is a DIY Analog Synthesizer kit. It arrives… More» in a thousand pieces, and you build it. The included instructions are excellent, and this was a very fun build. I highly recommend PAiA’s products."

Roland TR-707 Rhythm Composer by RetroSound

YouTube via retrosound72

"vintage drum machine demo by RetroSound

Roland TR-707 from 1985

15 sounds (kick 1, kick 2, snare 1, snare 2, low tom, mid tom, high tom, rim-shot, cow bell, hand clap, tambourine, open and closed high-hat, crash/ ride cymbals)

hi-hat, cymbals and claps are identical to the TR-909 [maybe not - see the comments of this post]"

MusoTalk 128 - Use Audio Plugiator Teil 1

YouTube via musotalk
Description in Googlish:
"2nd Part and additional information on www.musotalk.de-The Use Audio is a DSP hardware synthesizer, whose conviction on toner plug-ins based. Some of the synths already known from the Scope DSP platform. The device is phonetically very flexible and can be in the future for more sounds and plug-ins. Particularly suitable for musicians whose sound from the studio to the stage."

Jomox Resonator Neuronium Pt 3 with Mike

YouTube via bigcitymusic. Parts 1 and 2 here.
"Ok. Here is part 3 of the "Freqtones" trilogy. Read more about this machine and it's origin at jayemsonic.com"

End of the line cafe

YouTube via adigitalnoise. Sent my way via Shawn of Analogue Haven.
"A man bides his time at the End of the line cafe collecting tickets for the Big Prize."
Payout comes in at 6:42.

Kaossilator/Downgrade/Cyclodon

YouTube via opsysbug
"Loop on Kaossilator thru Squarewave Parade. "Downgrade" crusher driven by the Technosauras "Cyclodon" sequencer."

Roland SH-09 in Prague

YouTube via petenesss. "eZone sraz 3/2008. Ecson Waldes předvádí SH-09"

Roland Promars in Prague

YouTube via petenesss. "eZone sraz 3/2008. Bodyia předvádí Promars."

Korg Wavestation in Prague

YouTube via petenesss. "eZone sraz 3/2008. Amorph předvádí Wavestation"

Looks like there was a synthesizer event in Praque

TR-606 mod vs TR-808

YouTube via lesingemonotone

Update via /kroffe in the comments: "It's only a comparisson - I'm not claiming I've turned the 606 into an 808. The 606-mods are based on the Geoff Waterston mods: The TR-808 in the movie is not modified.

/kroffe a k a Le Singe Monotone"

Kurzweil K250

images via this auction
"Rare Kurzweil K250 synthesizer in great condition. Included are the hard to find QLS sampling software, original stand, two owners manuals, power supply, Macintosh computer with external hard drive, floppy drive, NOS keyboard and mouse and spare computer hardware. This package sold for $12,000 in 1984. I have seen stands and power supplies sell for $250 each recently. Other features include the 88 note velocity sensitive weighted keys, 341 standard presets, 18 bit floating point resolution, user sampling, and built-in sequencer. Research this unit for all the details. The piano and organ patches are great and the piano feel is true.
These units are still widely used in recording studios. This particular unit was owned by the late Billy Rancher. The entire package weighs about 125 pounds. "

Oberheim OB-1

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Roland SPV-355

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"Roland SPV-355 vintage analog pitch to CV monosynth. I would like to add that effecting the VCO pitch or VCF cutoff very easily by using the LFO for your Kenton Pro Solo or other MIDI to CV converter and hooking it up to the Pedal Control section. There's a slider for both the filter and VCO so not having an onboard LFO is really no big deal." The auction includes this Sound on Sound article on the SPV-355.

MOOG Sonic Six

via this auction

"This model is an older model that I've actually NEVER seen available online, as the few I've seen have lacked the unique "Moog" molding on the top of the case as this one has. The power cable is also connects to the synthesizer as a three pin plug."

Some Unconventional Roland TB-303 Tracks

You can find them on Wikipedia of all places: link. Check out the classical pieces.
And BTW, Happy 303 Day! :)

NIN Releases Ghosts I-IV - Nine Tracks For Free

"Nine Inch Nails presents Ghosts I - IV, a brand new 36 track instrumental collection available right now. Almost two hours of new music composed and recorded over an intense ten week period last fall, Ghosts I - IV sprawls Nine Inch Nails across a variety of new terrain.

Trent Reznor explains, 'I've been considering and wanting to make this kind of record for years, but by its very nature it wouldn't have made sense until this point. This collection of music is the result of working from a very visual perspective - dressing imagined locations and scenarios with sound and texture; a soundtrack for daydreams. I'm very pleased with the result and the ability to present it directly to you without interference. I hope you enjoy the first four volumes of Ghosts.'"

You can get the new album here. You can download the first nine tracks for free on the site.

Gratuitous and required synth shot via a2sidedcoin. Spot the synths.
Update: If you are a fan, I should note that Alessandro Cortini of NIN has supported this site. You can see some posts either featuring or mentioning his influence here. Be sure to check out this video of the Buchla 200e he sent in. Also check out the Kind Words on Matrixsynth section on the right of this site.

EMS SYNTHI HIFLI

via Stefan. spotted on Marktplaats.nl

Google translated description:
"Learn offered a very rare EMS 70 years `effect. The HIFLI. Want something special in terms of its appearance and sounds, then this is the ideal machine! Not cheap or megavet and super-apart (art)! Incusief the manual, and of course the pedals retrostandaard well as suitcases holding them zitten."

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Technos Acxel Resynthesizer

click here for more images sent in by an anonymous reader. Be sure to click on the label at the bottom of this post for more info on this interesting synth from history including video.

Update: these are actually images of Mathias Boman's Acxel

Roland TB-303 AcidLab

click here for some images sent in via an anonymous reader.

Nice Roland System 700 in the background.

waldorf blofeld demo 1

YouTube via kKryptum
"starting with init patch,i experimented with some parameters and filmed the display only.sorry about the crappy camera quality."

waldorf blofeld some presets

YouTube via kKryptum

Crumar DS-2 by syntezatory.prv.pl

Crumar DS-2 - demo by syntezatory.net.pl YouTube via Jexus

"1978 Crumar DS2. All sounds programmed by WC Olo Garb. Video editing by WC Olo Garb. ||| Syntezatory.prv.pl Videos: showing you not what a synthesizer can do, but what a man can do with a synthesizer.

DS-2 has this brutal and invasive quality to its sound and my ears were bleeding at the end of editing. Hope yours will not."

Korg Synthesizer MS-10 Pitch Bend Repair

YouTube via aztechmusic
"http://www.aztechmusic.com
Gary explains the voltages present on the pitch bend pot and how to determine it is working correctly. Use of a volt ohm meter is explained in the process."

Roland TB-303 AcidLab Mini Modular

images via this auction
"Acid Labs Mod Features:
POTENTIOMETER FEATURES:
- Overdrive: Gives a distorted tone to VCO
- Decay: Normal 303 decay is fixed at 2 seconds, now you can set time from 0-2sec
- Resonance Boost: Increases the amount of resonance
- X-MOD: This gives the VCO a more harmonic overtone

TOGGLE SWITCHES:
- Accent on/off: On all notes will accent, Off notes will accent as programmed
- Slide on/off: Up normal, Down all notes will slide
- Bend on/Off: On notes bend in the on position, Off notes play normal

LED'S:
- Accent, Slide, Gate: The LED's light as programmed

For full disclosure - the mounting of the Decay knob on the mod did not come out perfect as you can see in the photo the knob is slightly bent off to the right (does not affect functionality at all, totally cosmetic). Also - the jacks on the back of the unit for the mod inputs and outputs look like 1/8th inch mini-jacks, but they are actually a bit smaller."

The Weisstronauts: Ring Mod

YouTube via weisstronaut. MOOG Voyager. Roland Juno-60.
"Music video for Ring Mod by The Weisstronauts. Song is featured on the upcoming album "Instro-tainment." Pete Weiss guitar, electric sitar, and Moog & Roland synthesizers. Jeff Berlin drums. Written by Weiss-Berlin, BMI. Directed by Pete Weiss. http://www.weisstronauts.com"

Access Virus TI

via this auction

Roland JX-3P

images via this auction

"Polyphony - 6 voices
Oscillators - 2 DCO's per voice
Memory - 32 preset, 32 user
Filter - Resonant Low pass
Effects – Chorus
Arpeg/Seq - Simple Sequencer
Keyboard - 61 keys
Control - MIDI (no velocity except with a special ROM upgrade)
Date Produced originally – 1983"
Box shot

Oberheim OB-SX

images via this auction

Preset OB-Xa with limited editing.

Oberheim OB-8

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Metasonix Waveshaper/RingMod

via this auction

Be sure to check out the seller's other items on Matrixsynth-b.

BTW, anyone know who the image in the backround is of?

"UBE based synthesizer effect. it uses new old-stock tubes to create a crazy sounding fuzz box. the effect is very lo-fi...but a gorgeous grinding sound. it makes samples/drums/casios etc especially sound really cool. My particular box is from the first run...when it had the much cooler looking gold case (now this model ships with a noxious yellow encasing). there is a hand written serial # near the power jack...TM-1 008. so if you're a collector nerd that may be of interest to you. i assume this is the 8th TM1 ever."