MATRIXSYNTH

iSequence for iPad

YouTube via beepstreetapps — May 05, 2010 — Jamming with iSequence for iPad

iSequence for iPad - single pattern beep-fu

iSequence for iPad - drunken master test

BeepStreet iSequence on iTunes (iPhone versions only as of this post - there is a free Lite version):

iPads on Ebay
iPhones on Ebay

via BeepStreet:

"Music in motion

iSequence is one of the most powerful music creation studio designed exclusively for iPad. Thanks to intuitive 8-track sequencer, tons of instruments and flexible mixer with DSP effects you can easily program and record profesional loops, beats and melodies. Now you control every aspect of your music project.

The iPad edition has been rewritten and redefined to take advantage of a bigger screen and better performance.

The workflow is extremely fluid, you record tracks and controls movement in real-time, edit them using step sequencer and automation editor, switch between instruments, tracks and views without stopping playback. You can compose, jam and mix at the same time!
Features [specification]

* 165 built-in high quality instruments embedded in 3 banks; acoustic, drum kits, pads, leads, sweeps and ambient atmospheres recorded with top classic and modern hardware synthesizers. Additional banks available in the BankShop.
* Pattern sequencer: 8 tracks and FX curves editor. Instruments are not bound to tracks, so you can play chords or use multiple instruments on a single track. Up to 999 patterns in the project.
* Piano keyboard (6 octaves) or drum pads.
* Event parameters: note duration, panning, velocity and gliss
* Real time recording; metronome and 'slow down' mode.
* Copy/paste, move and transpose selected area or patterns.
* Mixer with 2 effect busses. Each bus contains 3d delay and a filter section. All parameters can be recorded in real-time or edited using automation editor.
* WIFI-sharing: HSQ, MIDI, WAV export. HSQ import."

Simmons SDE Drum Synth Percussion Expander

via this auction

"It is rack mountable and triggered via a MIDI controller (drums/keyboards etc.)

There are two main outputs for the 6 programmable voices. Stereo output.

I was inspired to buy it after seeing a Simmons demonstration in the late eighties. The sounds produced are varied, raw and wild but amazing in the right hands. It is fully editable and expandable with additional memory cartridges (not included)."

SCI Pro-One CPU Replacement/Upgrade & DIY MIDI

pdf here. via Music Technologies Group, here

"The Pro One Replacement CPU module can be used to replace a missing or damaged 8021. It also offers larger sequence memory and non-volatility. Here are the key features:
o Drop-in replacement using standard tools. Plug n Play. No soldering required.
o Supports the original functionality including the sequencer and arpeggiator.
o Each sequence can be up to 256 steps (compared to total of 40 steps on the original).
o Sequences are retained in memory even after power-down. The CPU module does not use a battery.
o Power-on settable parameters for clock start mode, arpeggio up/down mode and arpeggio gate time.
o DIY instructions for building a MIDI interface that allows you to re-flash the CPU firmware (E.g. sending a Sys Ex file using MIDIOX or similar) are provided in the Appendix.
At some point in the future a 5-pin DIN MIDI add-on kit will be offered with a full MIDI implementation (and later a USB-MIDI interface is possible too since the CPU chosen for the module supports both). Currently the module only supports firmware upgrade over 5-pin DIN MIDI."

I originally posted this on 5/9/10 8:25PM with just the links to the PDF. I thought I'd re-post this one with more details and an image of the CPU replacement for those that might have missed it.

Core

flickr by Jon Siegel

MicroKORG
KAOSSILATOR
KP3
Thundercat?

"Music gear shrine w/Lomo Ringflash."

Roland MKS-80 & MPG-80

via this auction

Serial # 491224

Re-listing with new shots of the one previously posted here.

Tabla Triggered DIY Sequencer Drummachine

Internals of my home made analog sequencer

YouTube via joystickmusic — April 11, 2010 — "This sequencer is triggered by a Riyaz "proffessional" (sic) tabla box."

Drummachine: proof of concept. No proper sounds assigned yet.

"joystickmusic — April 11, 2010 — This proves the machine works how I planned it. I can drum a beat, and the sequencer will store the sounds in the 32 positions of the sequencer. Closing the volume knob erases it. It can't do triplets (yet) as you can tell."

Foes dub: Setting up a sequence and a beat

"joystickmusic — April 16, 2010 — This is not the best Jam. It's too sluggish. But I found it nice to show off how easy it is to set up a sequence on a quantized sequencer and how easy it is to tap a beat."

Chins

"joystickmusic — April 22, 2010 — Same features as yesterday, same sequence, different sounds, different music.
BTW: There's no computer involved while playing this music. There's just the tabla machine, the sequencer and tw joysticks. A Miduino is digesting their data and plays a Waldorf Blofeld."

You can find more videos on joystickmusic's YouTube channel.