analog modular with bass drum trigger and juno 082508

YouTube via analogueak
"got the juno and the doepfer harmonizing a little ahead of time, then improvised on the drums"

Access Virus TI

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"Increased Polyphony
New synth features for the Virus TI Desktop include greatly increased polyphony, 2 new oscillator types, a per-patch programmable arpeggiator, 16 x 2 delay/reverb fx, embedded singles in multi mode, and much more.

Bigger Display
In fact, a much bigger Liquid Crystal Display, which can show graphics (128x32 pixels). The Virus TI Desktop's display shows up to 4 rows of text and graphics. In most cases three parameters are being displayed at the same time. As a result, there are only 1/3 of the menu pages in comparison to the previous VIRUS series.

The First Sample Accurate Hardware Synth
The Access Virus TI Desktop links to your computer with VIRUSControl, a companion software product which ports the hardware synth into a host sequencer for use as a sample-accurate VST/AU instrument, simultaneously offering 2-way audio and MIDI connectivity, control surface functionality, editor and librarian functions, and more.

Quicker Editing
3 edit knobs underneath the Virus TI Desktop's display which can edit three parameters at the same time. The 3 soft knobs can also act as programmable and nameable knobs for every individual patch.

Scalable USB
A scalable USB link connects the Virus TI Desktop to a Mac or PC for total integration of synth and studio. The VIRUSControl™ plug-in automatically detects and connects the synth, ensuring a hassle-free configuration every time. From inside a host application, the plug-in enables the Virus TI Desktop to appear as a multi-channel VST/AU soft-synth with up to 4 sub-mixes (or 2 x stereo). Access' proprietary driver technology makes Virus TI Desktop the world's first hardware synthesizer with sample-accuracy timing and a delay-compensated audio/MIDI connection. Seamless interconnectivity also provides a real benefit in the software sequencer environment. All multi-timbral sounds and settings used for a project are stored within it with the plug-in, for snapshot total recall plus editor and librarian functions with no SysEx or 3rd party software hassles.

24-bit 192KHz Balanced Analog, S/PDIF I/O and MIDI
The new Virus TI Desktop is also well-equipped to capitalize on the power of Total Integration. With 24-bit 192KHz balanced analog, S/PDIF I/O and MIDI in and out ports, the new Virus TI Desktop is well-suited for use as the main audio and MIDI I/O center for your entire rig. These functions are especially practical for the laptop studio, offering an unmatched range of features and capabilities from one product.

Remote Mode
Additionally, a new Remote Mode allows the Virus TI Desktop to become a control surface for any MIDI-capable device or software, mapping each of the 33 knobs to a specific MIDI message. Virus TI Desktop ships with a great selection of templates and includes 32-user memories for custom controller maps. It's a powerful addition that greatly increases the value of the synth's studio footprint.

* Increased polyphony, 2 new oscillator types, arpeggiator, 16 x 2 delay/reverb fx.
* Bigger Display.
* Functions as a sample accurate VST/AU instrument.
* 2-way audio and MIDI connectivity, control surface functionality, editor and librarian functions.
* Quicker Editing.
* Scalable USB link for total integration of synth and studio.
* 24-bit/192KHz studio-grade converters, S/PDIF I/O and MIDI in and out ports.
* Remote Mode allows the VIRUS hardware to become a control surface for any MIDI-capable device or software.
* The VIRUS TI can play over 1800 oscillators in realtime!
* Legendary sound of Access.
* Tap Tempo button helps live VIRUS musicians stay in sync with drummers and turntablists.
* Dual-DSP core delivers stellar performance with super-low latency.
* Drastically expanded onboard memory."

KORG MS20

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YouTube via deused
"Demonstration the MS-20 as a guitar Synth by using the External Signal processor note: i use a footswitch to trigger the vibrato. This was my setup"

Magic Smoke Mankato VCF / VCO

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"MOTM Format - Magic Smoke "Mankato" Voltage Controlled Low Pass Filter / 8 Phase Sine Oscillator. There's not much that this module doesn't do. Thomas Henry and Tim Parkhurst are smarties! Check it out at Magic Smoke Electronics Front Panel from Bridechamber There are lots of possible ways to build this module, and this one was built for the Bridechamber front panel, and uses shielded cables for audio connections. Suit and Tie Guy sells his version for $395: (Two less knobs..)
Auction includes:
TH 101 Mankato Filter
MOTM Power Cable
Black Rack Mounting Screws X 4
Documentation"

MOTM 120 Sub Octave Multiplexer

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"From the Wonderful Synthesis Technology Site:

The MOTM-120 is a Synthesis Technology exclusive design. Based on an article in Electronotes, we have updated, improved, and added features to create a truly unique module.

The MOTM-120 contains 2 4-stage sub-octave dividers, a digital mux, and 4 digital ring modulators. It operates in one of two modes, selected by the cleverly named MODE switch.

In the simplest operation (MODE is set to SUB), a single input is fed into the A IN jack. The signal passes through a level comparator, whose lower threshold is 80mv pk-pk. When the input exceeds this, a 4-bit binary counter is clocked with the input signal. This generates the lower 4 sub-octaves. These are then mixed by 4 individual pots along with the input signal. A switch selects either the original source mixed in, OR the "squared" version of the input.

The additional 4 sub-octaves (similar to pulling out lower octave drawbars on a Hammond) greatly fatten up the bottom end of any signal. Even a simple sine or triangle will punch through in the mix.

Lots of synths have a single sub-octave, but we give you FOUR!

But the real fun starts when you flip the MODE switch to CROSS. In this mode, 2 input signals are required. Each is divided into their respective 4 sub-octaves, then each sub-octave is ring modulated with each other! Since we are in the digital domain, it's easy to ring modulate (you'll have to buy one to see how we did it!). This results are simply awesome and bizarre. If A IN is audio, but B IN is from a LFO, what you hear is a 16-cycle patteren of the sub-octaves getting multiplexed in. As the B IN signal is raised into audio frequencies, the results are HUGE chordal timbres with lively beat frequencies. Electronotes used to describe this as Waveform Animation, and that's a pretty accurate description.

The MOTM-120 is a powerful addition to your studio. The wimpiest digital synth can be turned into a growling monster!

Link to Synthesis Technology MOTM 120 page.

Voice of Saturn ~Modulator Question

via Travis of voiceofsaturn.blogspot.com:

"Hi, Just a quick update, our new unit, the ~modulator should be ready to go in about a week. I've got the panel designed (attached file) and I was curious which people would prefer for interface jacks, 1/4" or 1/8"

The module contains an Attack-Release generator, LFO with tri and square outputs (and wiggle/wobble controls - kind of like pulse-width modulation), and a VCA with amplitude modulation capabilities similar to a ring modulator.

Thanks.
-Travis"

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Livewire AFG Flux Capacitor Jumpers

via noise source where you'll find more info.

"These have to do with the resulting ANTI-MATTER waveforms. When you switch from their factory setting of 1&5 you'll obtain different (and sometimes not) versions of the anti-matter setting. 2&5 varied in portions of the cycle minus the square wave. I had little luck with 3&5 and have not yet tried any other combinations."

Monome: Polygome Drums

Monome: Polygome Drums from Agargara on Vimeo.
"Monome app "Polygomé" (by Stretta), controlling an instrument rack in Ableton Live. Sorry for the shaky camera, I was holding it in my left hand while my right hand did all the work. More info about the monome at monome.org/"

Moogfest™ 2008 Honors Bob Moog, Features The Moog Guitar

"ASHEVILLE, N.C. (August 2008) – inTouch Entertainment, in cooperation with Moog Music, Inc. presents Moogfest 2008, Monday, October 13 at the Hammerstein Grand Ballroom in New York City. A stellar lineup of top Moog users will gather for an evening of ground-shaking music to honor Bob Moog and commemorate his groundbreaking achievements.

“This is our fifth year presenting this tribute to Bob and we’re excited about moving to The Hammerstein, which is more than twice as large as our previous venue,” said Mike Adams, Moog Music President. “Every year the artists who play at Moogfest tell us what a fun event it is, and as a result we have been privy to many fine performances. This year’s lineup and our annual “Bob Tribute” award will make for another fantastic evening for music fans.”

Moogfest 2008 will also feature Moog Music’s transforming new instrument, The Moog Guitar.

Performers scheduled to participate include Umphrey's McGee, Eric McFadden Trio, Bernie Worrell (P-Funk), Aron Magner (Disco Biscuits), Jamie Shields (The New Deal),
Joe Russo (Benevuto/Russo) and others.

Bob Moog's namesake analog synthesizers helped catapult the careers of such diverse artists as rockers Todd Rundgren, Edgar Winter, Gary Numan and Devo; funksters Parliament-Funkadelic and Zapp; disco producer Giorgio Moroder with disco diva Donna Summer; fusioneers Chick Corea with Return To Forever, Herbie Hancock with The Headhunters, Jan Hammer with the Mahavishnu Orchestra, Klaus Doldinger with Passport and Joe Zawinul with Weather Report; New Age icon Tomita and classical performer Wendy Carlos.

Moogfest 2008 offers an opportunity for artists to play alongside the world's leading Moog players. Entry submissions should be made by September 10; artists selected will be compensated an amount to be determined based on draw, experience, etc. For more information visit www.sonicbids.com/Moogfest.

Tickets for Moogfest 2008 are available through Ticketmaster. For more information on Moogfest 2008, visit moogfest.com. For more information on The Moog Guitar visit moogmusic.com."

Teleport - Hartmann Neuron Track

via Lord Avon in the comments of this Hartmann Neuron post.

"I owned a neuron for a while, it was the first synth in YEARS to get my interest (and to date, also the last one)... I made a track purely with the Neuron called 'Teleport', multi-tracked and mixed in ProTools (reverb is protools, everything else is Neuron).

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I had to sell it due to financial reasons, if I had the money, I'd buy another tomorrow."