Korg EX-8000 + Roland JD-800

YouTube via retrosound72

"vintage synth demo by RetroSound

sweeps and lfo-mod filter sound: Korg EX-8000 Hybrid Synthesizer
voice pad and CS-80 like brass sound: Roland JD-800"

Sega Mega Drive MIDI Oversample and Pitchchange Example

YouTube via littlescale
"Sega Mega Drive MIDI Oversample and Pitchchange Example"

Juche BongoBox

Juche BongoBox from Pyongyang Tape Music Center on Vimeo.

via Chris Muir via this thread on Muff's forum.
"Leader Kim Jong Il is a pioneer of experimental music, electronic music and non-standard use of musical instruments, Dear Leader Kim Jong Il is one of the leading figures in the avant-garden.

In DPRK the people are not like in US. In US the people make music for personal profit of capitalist, making lives of people miserable and dark.

But in DPRK all the people have deep love of Dear Leader Kim Jong Il and they have also love for each other. In DPRK the comrades make experimental musick to build the independant powerful prosperous country under care of Dear Leader Kim Jong Il who give warm fatherly love to the people like rainbow coming out of sun in the sky."

This will probably hinder MATRIXYSNTH making it in North Korea. If you click on the global map of my anniversary posts you will see North Korea is one of the few countries with zero visits to the site. Oh well... Maybe they ban Google Analytics? If anyone from North Korea is out there, post a comment! :) Or maybe not. I wouldn't want to get anyone in trouble. On a synth related note, check out this post on North Korea to make electronic musical instruments.

The making of Native Instruments Reaktor 5 synth called "Synth Energy" part 1

YouTube via maltcus
"This synth was created by Producer/Sound Designer/Teacher "Big Grime" Want to make your own synth? Listen and Learn. YOu can always stay updated on the news synths and sounds at http://www.freebiggrimebeats.com"

The making of Native Instruments Reaktor 5 synth called "Synth Energy" part 2


The making of Native Instruments Reaktor 5 synth called "Synth Energy" part 3

Retro Danish Modern Composer Doorbell Synthesizer 1970s

via this auction

"Fantastic, never before used COMPOSER Doorbell. This is so neat. Great Danish Modern outer design. You can program it to play whatever tune you want. You can even write your own tune! Great look, and a unique hard-to-find electronic synthesizer device. Comes wtih 2 booklets, original box and all the wires and mounting screws you need."

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Skin Your Gear With Style Flip

Spotted this Star Wars skin for the KORG electribe on The Chip Collection.

You can find more, including skins for most manufacturers including Akai, acidlab, elektron, DJ gear, and more at http://www.styleflip.com.

When you get there, scroll down and click on the "Click here to Start!" link.

Happy 909 Day!

One more 909 post. Remember it is 9/9/09 today. Once in our lifetime.


YouTube via DPNewsNetwork. "happy 9/9/09 day everyone!" Some Daft Punk.
Search on 909
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Happy 909 day - recorded at 09:09:09 on 09/09/2009

YouTube via 909techno
"creating a pattern on the tr909 at 09:09:09 on 09/09/2009"

Happy 909 day - getting ready for the big moment

"Creating a pattern on the 909.
Funk begins to flow at about 2:23"

RUCKAZOID & THE HUMANS : THE RIG and The Vestax C1

YouTube via OperatorX777.
some synth spotting and the Vestax C1 (Controller One) sent my way via gosalvez.
"(((watch in high quality)))
Ruckazoid sets up his live rig.
myspace.com/ruckazoid"

RUCKAZOID - CONTROLLER ONE DEMO #1

"The Controller One is an original concept design by The Ruckazoid.

http://www.myspace.com/ruckazoid

This turntable was designed to allow djs to play a vinyl or digital vinyl source as an instrument. It has full melodic capabilities, can be controlled by a footpedal, and even MIDI, as well as other groundbreaking features. This turntable can change the face of djing forever!

The Ruckazoid manipulates the vinyl, and uses the pitch buttons on the Controller One turntable to create the melodies. This performance was entirely improvised.

100's of more Controller One videos to come.

CONTROLLER ONE FEATURES:
*Use the pitch fader or the SCALE BUTTON to match the pitch speed instantly to major and minor scales.

*Multiple pitch modes which allow you to use the fader or the buttons to get different note changes. Allows the user to use the turntable in a traditional fashion too.

*Change the scale with the foot switch while you scratch. Just as a guitarist would do with a wah pedal or guitar effects. Allows you to fully utilize the turntable with the scratch hand and feet to to control speeds and pitches.

*The vinyl sound can be tuned, for when you play with other instruments or in a band. It's just as though a band or orchestra would do before a live performance, tuning their gear to bring the right sounds to the audience.

*If you're used to traditional pitch controls, switch the pitch fader function to PITCH mode and play with a variable pitch range of �}8/�}10/�}60%.

*Programmable buttons allow you to assign your own pitch percentages to any button for your own custom performance.

*Midi controls the speed of the turntable with a midi controller. This is great for use of hip hop producers wanting to maintain the richness of sound in analog records without losing depth when 16 leveling their samples.

*7SEG pitch LED for easy view and to know what note or pitch point you are on is located at the top corner, to make sure you're on the right key and sound.

*Powerful AC direct drive motor provides the best torque and stable speeds to perform the best in sounds.

*The pitch bend shifts up and down in half tones to play sharp and flat notes, enabling you to hit the notes and keys to the exactness.

*Solid wood body which promotes a richer sound, the best sounding turntable ever!

For more information about The Controller One visit:

http://www.vestax.com

The record used on this video is "UPR 4". It features over 60 locked groove tones and percussive analog samples recorded from vintage gear, specifically designed for the Controller One. For more information about purchasing "UPR 4" visit:

http://www.superbro.com/UPR4.htm"

ROLAND LIVE EXHIBIT UNVEILED AT THE GRAMMY MUSEUM

"Los Angeles, CA, September 10, 2009 — Roland Corporation U.S. and The GRAMMY Museum are proud to announce the opening of a new permanent installation in The GRAMMY Museum, Roland Live.

The GRAMMY Museum is an exciting and interactive celebration of the power of music, occupying a vibrant new space in downtown Los Angeles. Four floors of cutting edge exhibits, interactive experiences and films provide a one-of-a-kind visitor experience — engaging, educational, celebratory and inspirational.

Debuting September 16th, the Museum’s new Roland Live exhibit gives visitors a chance to participate in the music-making process. By playing electronic musical instruments, guests will have the opportunity to explore and think critically about how today’s music is crafted.

Among a wide variety of Roland products, visitors will have the chance to interact with V-Drums, BOSS pedals, Handsonic, VIMA keyboards, and the MV-8800 Production Studio.

“Working with Roland is a natural fit for The GRAMMY Museum,” says Robert Santelli, Executive Director of The GRAMMY Museum. “Roland Live will greatly add to the interactivity of our exhibits, allowing visitors to actually experience another step in the creative process—playing instruments.”

“The GRAMMY Museum is a destination for music education. They have so many amazing activities that make music come to life,” says Dennis Houlihan, President of Roland Corporation U.S. “We’re excited to bring the experience of performing on Roland instruments to a place that everyone can enjoy.”

The GRAMMY Museum’s Roland Live exhibition will open September 16th at L.A. LIVE in downtown Los Angeles. For more information, visit http://www.grammymuseum.org."