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Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Analog Tracking Generator - aka Control Voltage "Twister"

"The Oberheim Xpander contains a module called a 'Tracking Generator' that allows you to program a 5 section non-linear curve.

This is my attempt at implementing the idea in analog. It can be used to "twist" control voltage signals into various shapes, and has a 10 section curve.

The implementation makes us of the LM3914 bargraph chip with a high frequency 'dither' oscillator. The dither oscillator pulse width modulates the comparator outputs. When the PWM is integrated, it produces reasonably straight line segments between programable voltage points." click here for more.

More FM Fun With Zeroscillators!

Dotcom format shown

also see this post.

Note these are patches to experiment with.

via http://cyndustries.com/

Cooking with MIDI


YouTube via Modd3d
"I installed a MIDI port in my microwave and now I use it to cook corn dogs.

Mostly I was testing out my new Midify board and wanted to see if you could use it to control home appliances. It turns out you can.

If you want to find out how to Midify stuff go to http://www.division-6.com."

SunSyn vs. Magneto-Tube RNG (hi-fi take)


YouTube via shagghie
"crazyness...you must find one! Throws electrons off the tube plate randomly by exposing the tube to a magnetic field generated by two massive magnets. ASA, AF, RF, and LF 'noise' settings...anyone know what those stand for? The RNG is an H.H. Scott type 811-B, and was QUITE the find today! Of course, running it through the SunSyn is heaven on earth...talk about fattening up even wide-open filter basslines! Wish I had to to show you it modulating the VCO FM... makes your 2006 sunsyn sound like a drifting quirky vintage modular. Amazing stuff! All for $35 USD at the local surplus store...."

Synthesizerpark at springeight festival


YouTube via springfestival. follow-up to this post - see the description there.

Thighpaulsandra and Tara Busch

via AnalogSuicide where you will find more.

Synton Fenix Modular
Oberheim Two Voice
Cynthia Zeroscillator
Spot the rest
that a Serge panel under the Fenix?

ROGER WATERS & SYNTHI'S AKS

via AnalogSuicide.
"1972 - Le légendaire EMS Synthi A K(eyboard) S(equencer) en action dans les non moins légendaires studios EMI d’Abbey Road (Londres), dans les mains du vénérable Roger Waters.

Ce dernier semble conquis par ce bijou technologique à l’allure de jouet, présenté dans une petite valise en plastoc, avec son clavier à surface tactile bleu et noir, ses boutons rotatifs en bakélite, ses switches aux couleurs vives, et sa matrice d’interconnections façon « touché-coulé ». Malgré son apparence inoffensive il s’avère assez redoutable à programmer et surtout génère des sons à vous retourner les entrailles. De plaisir.

Dans ce court extrait tiré du somptueux Live at Pompeii (version Director’s Cut) Roger et David (Gilmour) évoquent les technologies, l’évolution de la musique et les possibilités offertes par l’électronique. Ils conviennent que pour faire vivre ces engins il est nécessaire d’avoir la soul, la vibe, l’univers cérébral adapté qui seuls peuvent dompter la machine. Et non l'inverse.

L’extrait se termine sur un rush du très électronique « On The Run » figurant sur l’album Dark Side Of The Moon.

Pour plus d’infos sur le Synthi A (hors de prix !) :
http://fr.audiofanzine.com/produits/avis/index,idproduit,44003,mao,ems_synthi_aks.html
http://www.vintagesynth.com/index2.html
http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_Music_Studio
http://www.emsrehberg.de/SYNTHI__s/synthi__s.html (instrument VST, pour les fauchés)"

In Googlish:
"1972 - The legendary EMS Synthi AK (eyboard) S (equencer) in action in the equally legendary EMI studios at Abbey Road (London), in the hands of the venerable Roger Waters.

The latter seems captivated by this technological jewel at the pace of games, presented in a small suitcase in plastoc, with its keyboard surface touch blue and black, rotary bakelite buttons, switches its vivid color and its matrix of interconnections a "hit-cast." Despite his seemingly harmless it is quite daunting to program and especially generates sounds to you return the entrails. From pleasure.

In this short excerpt taken from the sumptuous Live at Pompeii (Director's Cut) Roger and David (Gilmour), evoke technologies, the development of music and opportunities offered by electronics. They agree that to sustain these devices must have the soul, the vibe, the universe adapted brain which alone can tame the machine. And not vice versa.

The excerpt ends with a rush of the very electronic "On The Run 'appearing on the album Dark Side Of The Moon.

For more info on Synthi A (excluding price!):
http://fr.audiofanzine.com/produits/avis/index, idproduit, 44003, mao, ems_synthi_aks.html
http://www.vintagesynth.com/index2.html
http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_Music_Studio
http://www.emsrehberg.de/SYNTHI__s/synthi__s.html (VST instrument for mown)"

Fairlight CMI Series IIx - First impression

"Ever since I was a child (I grew up in the 80's) I had an unhealthy fascination with the Fairlight. Buying every record that had 'Fairlight programmed by...' in the liner notes and trying to find all the info and sounds of this mythical instrument.

Finally I have a Series IIx in my possession and I've been busy learning it and using it."

Check out the full post including more images and samples on dvdborn.

KORG DS-10 night in London

If you are there send in some images and/or video. Note the Japan release is set for July 24.

"KORG DS-10 night in London"
Date: Saturday, 14th June, 2008
Time: 22:30-26:00
Location: LIFE, 2-4 Old Street London EC1V 9AA
tel: 020 7250 3737 (http://www.life-oldst.com/)
Admission is FREE!
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We will have fine entertainment at the event, featuring smooth vibes from cool DJs and a special appearance by the producer of the DS-10, sanodg. He will not be at LIMS but will be only at our event, so do not miss this only chance to see his performance with the DS-10! Come one, come all and shuffle on down, and please receive a free drink by letting the reception know that you’ve received this invitation at the door!

via CDM. You can find all DS10 posts including video here.

Posh CAT


images via CustomSynth.
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