MATRIXSYNTH

Installing Low-Gain's NESmod (Version 1.0)

YouTube via natemccoy
"This is a quick video I made outlining the installation of Low-Gain's NESmod. I hope you enjoy it.

Here is Low-Gain's Web documentation regarding the modification installation.
http://lowgain-audio.com/NESmod.htm
He has the modification available for purchase via his website, as well as some other cool music.

This modification allows for an amplified direct connection to the 2A03 allowing for greater sound output and quality from the NES.

This is ideal for anyone using the NES for sound and musical compositions.

Low-gain gave this modification to me at blip festival '08 so i made a quick and simple video. Thanks a lot man!

Here are some websites of my own personal music if you are interested.
http://www.rivel.org
http://mrspastic.googlepages.com"

1st Baltimore SDIY Group 2008 Christmas Holiday Party

"The 1st Baltimore SDIY Group 2008 Christmas Holiday Party on 12/27/2008 went extremely well. Jeff Brown came with his modular synthesizer, Art Harrison brought his new Theremin (www.harrisoninstruments.com), Dave Vosh brought his mini DIY modular & Doepfer modular systems, David Rickert brought his DIY mini modular system, Davis White brought his laptop system with the REASON program, Peter Blasser brought his DIY Theremin, Hal Schmulowitz brought his Korg R3/Roland SH32/Yamaha DX-200, my guest Mike Delvison brought his Korg DW8000 & I brought my Korg MS2000BR/Roland D-100/Yamaha DX-200/Doepfer A-100 series mini modular synthesizer." more info and pics here.

MIDImplant

"the smallest MIDI to Control Voltage (MIDI2CV) converter ever made*, and it's dual channel...

* if you find smaller one with similar functionality, I'll remove this claim and send you one MIDIMPLANT device for free"

MIDImplant

Oberheim Two Voice

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via Shagghie

Roland TB-303 Modded

click here for more shots sent my way via Shagghie. Details:
"Blue *shaved* LEDs, such that they are flush with the surface, which is better for extended use as your fingers don't impact the LEDs themselves, and it also diffuses the LED's intensity too by adding a 'frosting effect' of sorts. Very trick!

The MIDI in and out cables are for the Colin Frasier midi kit.... and they connect via two custom, well-made mini cables (1/8", pictured). The Colin midi kit is the best on the market by far....you can play back any midi sequence from the 303's own sequencer later on, so you effectively have 'infinite memory' when used with your DAW's sequencer, etc. It's totally, completely, amazing. For production, it's insane to be able to recall a track you worked on a year ago, and replay the midi sequence back to the 303...it's comes back IDENTICAL to the 303's original sequencer...just make sure Logic's 'quantize' features are off when recording the original 303 sequence. For live perforamance, it's also awesome to clock off the MachineDrum, without need for any third converter boxes, etc. The MD can even 'play' this 303 with it's own midi machines, too...for a different non-acid vibe. Radical!"

Hand made analog modular synth and Max/MSP processing

YouTube via yakthekyle
"An excerpt from an improvisation on my hand built modular synth controlled by and being processed by Max/MSP. + Hand made photocell controller for Max."

KORG Poly Ensemble

via this auction

* MS-20 + SQ-10 Analog Groove Machine *

YouTube via Newueel
"This self explaining video shows a way on how to turn your MS-20 into a fat groove machine using a Korg SQ-10 analog sequencer.
Watch it, try it, enjoy it !!!

No patch settings included this time :P To try it yourself: Just start with the MS-20 default knob settings and follow the video."

Mattel SYNSONICS Analog Drum Synthesizer

via this auction
"vintage 1982 Mattel "Synsonics" electronic drum synthesizer. This analog device has four surface mounted drum pads, with controls for overall tune and volume mounted on each side of the housing. This machine is rigidly constructed, and it can actually be played with normal wooden drum sticks!

Power is by 6 "C" Batteries, or a optional 9-VOLT DC power supply. I have installed a new set of Duracell batteries, since I do not have the plug-in type of power supply. This unit can be plugged into a mixer via a set of stereo RCA outputs, or you can listen privately, through a pair of stereo headphones. I turned the power on, and tried all of the programs and functions of this amazing little drum box, and was instantly impressed with the really cool analog drum sounds built into this machine! This unit is fully functional, and is remarkably free from wear and tear, and is not dirty or dusty.

An original Synsonics owner's manual is included, it is terrifically helpful in programming this device . These manuals are extremely rare! This Sysonics drum pad system also comes with the original stand mounting clamp, that will allow you to attach this assembly to any modern Pearl, Yamaha Or DW drum stand. The bracket is easily removeable to allow you to use this drum machine as a tabletop system."