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Friday, June 05, 2009

via this auction
"This is the rackmountable version of the vintage analog matrix 6 synthesizer made in 1985. This is the original version (not the later remake. matrix 1000) made by Oberheim.

The matrix line of synthesizers were a step ahead of most other polyphonic synthesizers of the era due to the modulation matrix which enabled you to modulate almost any parameter by another parameter or source. This makes for very unique and complicated sounds.

The matrix 6r has a very brassy oberheim sound. Typical of the VCF CEM filters that it uses.
It can do almost any type of polyphonic sound you would ever need, ie leads basses pads and there are literally 1000s of patches available for you to try out.
I definitely say it has a strong presence. Whilst the oscillators are DCO's and don't noticeably drift, detuning and pulse width modulation on this synth are huge. It has some of the best strings, pads and brass sounds I have heard. I own a jupiter 8 and it is a noble competitor. It's no wonder that it has many patches named after the great synths CS-80, Prophet 5.. etc.

I've heard a lot of complaints that the matrix 6r is hard to edit etc. I personally used mine through software editors. It is quite easy to set midi controllers to adjust the filter cut off,resonance and envelope settings in real time without any lag or delay."

MiniMoogseum at the Orange Peel

"The late, great Bob Moog left a legacy that continues to reverberate in the sounds of thousands of musicians and bands. Now the Orange Peel is playing host to an interactive display that enshrines Moog’s work in a 'MiniMoogseum' — a predecessor to a planned full-fledged museum of all things Moog."

see the full article on Mountain Xpress

via the Bob Moog Foundation

Also see: Enter the Mind of Moog 2009 video on Electronic Musician TV.

bent not broken


YouTube via rezzn8r
"analogue synthesizer with ribbon controller demo.
not very concerned with proper pitch ;-) just having fun."

touch.listen.synth


YouTube via cretin4321. http://cliplead.blogspot.com/

Korg EX-8000 + Roland JD-800 + TR-707


YouTube via retrosound72

"vintage synth demo by RetroSound

"Intergalactic Space Theme"

bass-line: Korg EX-8000 sequenced by the MFB Step64 step sequencer and transposed by the Yamaha DX7 II
sweeps and pad sounds: Roland JD-800
drums: Roland TR-707"

MOOG Modular CP Switch Module

via this auction

"Rare MOOG CP Module as used in the lower row of several models

nifty routing for CV and Trigger . . plus handy Multiples"



Sequential Circuits PROPHET 600 Synth Boards # 4 & 2

via this auction

"2 used Sequential Circuits Prophet 600 Circuit Boards,#"s 4 & 2. Board 4 is the main oscillator board,with various components intact,and visually clean.(Minus Osc I.C.'s) Board 2 is the Potentometer board for the filter/amp/env/vol and main tune section."


WMD: Geiger Counter (Eurorack)

flickr by Analogue Haven

"Front panel sketch of the Eurorack version of the Geiger Counter, by WMD. Major additions include voltage control of many parameters. Size should be around 10 HP. Available in about 5 weeks for $299. LINK: www.analoguehaven.com/wmd/geigercounter/ for more info about the pedal version."

Macbeth X-series Dual Oscillator

flickr by Analogue Haven

"Now with a name and probably a final front panel. We are taking pre-orders for Macbeth's new X-Series Dual Oscillator in Eurorack format (see link below). The price is $1295 plus shipping, delivery time is approximately 5 weeks. The first module run will be small. LINK"

M815_MKII_5

flickr by ryktnk
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"Bare module with DIN power cable"

Roland System 100m DIY Sequencer M185

click here for more including video
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