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Waldorf Q+ with Custom Wood Sides

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Buchla LIGHTNING III

"LIGHTNING III is about to strike!

Not a whole lot different than Lightning II, Lightning III features improvements in sensitivity, resolution, accuracy, and response time. Perhaps the biggest difference is in the addition of a third axis of sensitivity. Yes, Lightning now responds in all three directions, adding proximity to the horizontal and vertical dimensions brought to you by Lightning II.

As for appearance, not much change. The triangular remote sensor morphed to a rectangular shape; the control box stayed just about the same, and the wands are virtually identical.

Changes in software are minimal, the primary changes are to accommodate the third axis. The price is unchanged, remaining at $1995. Watch this space for a complete description and some pics."
http://www.buchla.com/lightning/index.html

Chimera SM16 Analog Sequencer

"Switchable 8x2 or 16x1 configuration, MIDI input (tempo clocks, start, stop, etc), MIDI output(notes, velocity, modulation, etc..). Each (red/blue knob) pot voltage available on 2mm socket (0-5v), A+B and A-B outputs, sixteen trigger outputs (one per pot) available, A/B slides (green knobs) available, internal tempo generator with width control (yellow knobs, 30-300bpm) and on-off, output scaling control (grey knob), set-reset flip-flop for ping-pongs, separate clock/ reset/ slide/direction, 23 white leds built in for maximum pzazz, powered by 6xAAA batteries or external 9-12v supply (not supplied). Patch leads available.
Shipping July 2008." $399 plus shipping according to Chimera Synthesis. This one actually popped up a bit ago but I missed it for whatever reason. Anyway... here it is.

Buchla zeroscillator

flickr by cray5656

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New Serge M-odule: Wave Processor

Wave Processor
Ring Modulator, Triple Waveshaper

$2,000

[DAD] balanced out 'XLR' or 1/4" TRS option: $300

Sound Transform Systems
(262) 367-3030

First impressions via Hans Grusel on the Serge Modular Users Group Yahoo List

Talk about meat; There's a firkin 20-ton rib roast inside this thing!

Triple Waveshaper- 1st serge module I ever touched some 15 years ago. Super
early version not in a panel but just in a box, so I was a bit nostalgic about this
one-- M-odule delivers the goods 110%. Everything from overdrive in single, to full on shred
in series. As one would expect, it always hold ups with super sonic detail in all registers no
matter what you throw at it. Dance the cv ins in series w/ the gator's /n comp into pulse
divider for a grand rollick.

Wave Multipliers:
A stellar 3-plier set. What can I say: a classic's classic.
Top section: overdrive/vca.
Mid section: overtones out the ass plus DC coupling in.
Bottom section: even more over the top shreds. Take some low harm
content into both audio inputs then feed the cv out back into your osc source
you'll have rock neck for days. Then take a crack at it with cv instead of audio.
Versatility to the nines.

Ring mod:
Rex had mentioned he was workin on the bottom end of this one. Looking at chest
implosion with a supersub. can't wait to wail this one live thru a good full on
PA. Again the range and detail of this sucker would be hard to beat.

Mixer:
3 in 1 (banana) out.
#3 in with +/- or null. Again top of the top in quality.

X-fade:
The M-odule mainstay. Two in. 1/4 inch + banana out w/ vc xfade + vc gain.
A gem of a gateway from serge to speakers.

via matthew

Ode to Gravity: Introducing the Buchla 700 (March 21, 1988)

"Donald Buchla's newest synthesizer, the 700, is introduced to the San Francisco community at a gathering held at the Sake Factory. Charles Amirkhanian interviews the inventor as well as numerous local composers about their experiences with Buchla's creations while we hear in the background people trying out the newest version."

via http://www.archive.org/details/OTG_1988_03_21 via ghostdog

élkorus test part 1

YouTube via wutierson
"élkorus test by Sergio Koval during the 1st unit presentation. élkorus is the new analog chorus unit released by Synthoma, that makes possible to replicate the classic sound of the string ensemble machines of the 70's. more info at www.synthoma.net"

Prima Harmony Trainer SN 37900773

via this auction

"Prima Harmony Trainer, Model SQH-379 made by Seiko Instruments & Electronics Ltd
* Prima Harmony Trainer with:
* Digital Metronome
* Digital Keyboard with multiple instrument sounds
* Analog jacks for input and output
* Tuner function with built-in Microphone or input
* On/Off switch for internal Mic
* Many other features
* Fold out handle
* Translucent plastic cover for the trainer
* Black carrying case for trainer and AC adapter
* Owners manual in Japanese"
via Chris

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flight of harmony newsletter August 2008

"I’m quite busy filling the current orders, but here’s a quick update:

· After this run, the current Plague Bearer form factor will be discontinued – these housings are just too labor-intensive. There are only two v1.1 Plague Bearers remaining at the time of this writing and they are the last of this style.

· If there is enough demand, populated main boards for the Plague Bearer, Imp, and the Infernal Noise Machine will be made available. Main boards do not include PSU or I/O jacks. Email me if you are interested, I’ll have some populated board pics up soon.

Upcoming:
· Modular versions of the Plague Bearer, Parasite, and the Infernal Noise Machine.
· The standalone version of the I.N.M and the Imp will be available in a couple weeks"
http://www.flightofharmony.com