Korg PS-3100 on Aliens Project

More pics and info in German here (Googlish here).

Steiner Parker DIY Synthasystem Forum

via Analogue Realities

"Thank you everyone at Electro-Music. The Synthasystem now has its own Sub-forum. Not much there yet. I hope it will be an active and interesting place to discuss everything Steiner/Parker!

http://electro-music.com/forum/index.php?f=189"

Bohko - Marlowe (SeePM ReSmash)

YouTube via bohkobeats | September 01, 2010

"Live performance of Bohko - Marlowe (SeePM remix) using Ableton, a Korg padKontrol and a Djembe. Enjoy... or don't.

http://www.soundcloud.com/bohko

http://www.soundcloud.com/seepm"

AKAI EWI4000S testing by Gianni Bardaro

YouTube via giannibardaro | August 17, 2010

"http://www.giannibardaro.com
http://www.youtube.com/user/giannibar...
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/giannibardaro
http://www.myspace.com/giannibardaro
http://www.myspace.com/sinesteticjazz
http://www.finisduo.com

A quick testing on EWI4000S...just got it... having great time playing it!"

Harpsitron programming log - 2

YouTube via zioaxiom | September 02, 2010

"After implemented in the analog world the technique used for the Modular Piano, I did some sampling and more mangling on Reaktor. Samples of string programmed on analog synthesizers has been layered with samples from string programmed under Reaktor for further processing.

This is a little test (still in development) of this sound, so this is very far from perfect."

Native Instruments Releases Five New Instruments and Effects

"Native Instruments Releases Five New Instruments and Effects

Berlin, September 2nd, 2010 – Native Instruments has just released five products that further extend its versatile KOMPLETE Instruments and Effects range. The new products include the modal synthesizer REAKTOR PRISM, the studio reverb REFLEKTOR, the organ emulation VINTAGE ORGANS, the effect suite TRAKTOR'S 12 and the amp emulation RAMMFIRE. All products are based on the powerful technology of KONTAKT, REAKTOR and GUITAR RIG, and can be used both within the full versions and the free player versions of these instruments.

The unique REAKTOR PRISM synthesizer was designed by NI synthesis mastermind Stephan Schmitt, and utilizes the new modal synthesis capabilities of the latest REAKTOR 5.5 generation. It generates highly expressive tones and textures that range from powerful basses and leads to deep, organic soundscapes and intricate physical-modelling sounds.

REFLEKTOR is a high-performance reverb processor for use within GUITAR RIG 4 and the new GUITAR RIG 4 PLAYER. Based on Native Instruments' patent-pending Zero Latency Convolution, it combines the quality of impulse response technology with the efficiency and flexibility of algorithmic reverbs to generate both extremely realistic room ambiences and creative, highly original reverberation effects.

The new VINTAGE ORGANS instrument provides the charismatic electromagnetic organ sound of the 60s and 70s. Based on meticulous sampling in combination with the advanced KONTAKT engine, it recreates three iconic tonewheel organs and two distinctive transistor-based models complete with their authentic sound shaping and effect facilities.

The performance effects suite TRAKTOR'S 12 is derived from Native Instruments' leading DJ software, and makes the acclaimed effects arsenal of TRAKTOR PRO available for use as a plug-in in any DAW or music sequencer. All twelve effects, including unique algorithms like the "Mulholland Drive", "Reverse Grain" and "Beat Masher", are optimized for intuitive and expressive real-time sound manipulation.

The new RAMMFIRE amp emulation was developed in close collaboration with one of Rammstein's guitarists, Richard Z. Kruspe, and models the original recording chain that is behind the band's trademark guitar sound. It can be used both as an expansion to the amplifier arsenal in GUITAR RIG 4 and as an individual product in combination with the free GUITAR RIG 4 PLAYER.

The five new KOMPLETE Instruments and Effects are now available for individual download purchase in the NI Online Shop, and are also included in the new KOMPLETE 7 bundle.

Pricing: RAMMFIRE $59 / 49 EUR // REAKTOR PRISM $79 / 69 EUR // REFLEKTOR $119 / 99 EUR // TRAKTOR'S 12 $79 / 69 EUR // VINTAGE ORGANS $119 / 99 EUR

Additional information is available at:
www.native-instruments.com/reaktorprism
www.native-instruments.com/reflektor
www.native-instruments.com/traktors12
www.native-instruments.com/rammfire
www.native-instruments.com/vintageorgans

Digital press kits including picture material are available at
www.native-instruments.com/press.info"

Native Instruments Releases KOMPLETE 7 and KOMPLETE 7 ELEMENTS

"Native Instruments Releases KOMPLETE 7 and KOMPLETE 7 ELEMENTS

Berlin, September 2nd, 2010 – Native Instruments has just released KOMPLETE 7 and KOMPLETE 7 ELEMENTS, two new software bundles that offer comprehensive assortments of professional instruments and effects for studio production and live performance. The latest version of the professional KOMPLETE bundle combines an even wider range of products from the NI range into a truly universal sound arsenal, while the KOMPLETE 7 ELEMENTS collection sets a new price point that makes it ideal for music production enthusiasts on a budget.

The seventh generation of KOMPLETE now comprises 24 individual products, including the latest REAKTOR 5.5 version as well as the new REAKTOR PRISM, RAMMFIRE, REFLEKTOR, TRAKTOR'S 12 and VINTAGE ORGANS. Other products now contained in KOMPLETE include the ABBEY ROAD 60s DRUMS vintage drum library, the radical performance effect THE FINGER, the acclaimed electric pianos and an electric bass by sampling mastermind Thomas Scarbee, all four acoustic pianos from the CLASSIC PIANO COLLECTION, the cinematic ACOUSTIC REFRACTIONS instrument and the distinctive REAKTOR SPARK synthesizer, amounting to over 10,000 sounds and 90 GB of studio-grade sample material overall.

The new KOMPLETE 7 ELEMENTS collection combines the vast synthesis, sampling and effects processing capabilities of the KONTAKT, KORE, REAKTOR and GUITAR RIG player versions with over 2,000 production-ready sounds and 12 GB of sample material to cover a wide range of musical styles. This includes a full assortment of acoustic sounds with VSL orchestral material, Abbey Road drum kits, and various other classical, ethnic and band instruments, further complemented by sampled classic analog synthesizers and other vintage keyboards.

For electronic sound aesthetics, KOMPLETE 7 ELEMENTS contains various distinctive REAKTOR instruments with over 1,200 presets, complemented by atmospheric ABSYNTH soundscapes and energetic sounds from the MASSIVE synthesizer, all enabled through the integrated engines in KORE PLAYER. KOMPLETE 7 ELEMENTS also includes eight authentic amp emulations and a wide range of effects based on GUITAR RIG, providing a versatile basis for guitar recording and general creative sound processing.

Every copy of KOMPLETE 7 and KOMPLETE 7 ELEMENTS also includes an NI Online Shop voucher worth $60 / 50 EUR, valid towards any product from the KOMPLETE Instruments and Effects range.

The suggested retail prices are $559 / 499 EUR for KOMPLETE 7
and $119 / 99 EUR for KOMPLETE 7 ELEMENTS.

Additional information on KOMPLETE 7 is available at
www.native-instruments.com/komplete

Additional information on KOMPLETE 7 ELEMENTS is available at
www.native-instruments.com/elements

A digital press kit including picture material is available at
www.native-instruments.com/press.info


About Native Instruments:

Native Instruments is a leading manufacturer of software and hardware for computer-based music production and performance. The company's mission is to develop innovative, fully integrated solutions for all professions, styles and genres. The resulting products regularly push technological boundaries and open up new creative horizons for professionals and amateurs alike."

SONiVOX Unveils VOCALIZER – Vocal Production Synthesizer

"SONiVOX Unveils VOCALIZER – Vocal Production Synthesizer
New technology synthesis engine coupled with input based synthesis delivers creative new tool for vocalists and non-vocalists alike.

SONiVOX, Boston MA, based award-winning music software company today offered a pre-release preview complete with MP3 and Video examples of the first instrument from their new NEMESYNTH Audio Research Group, VOCALIZER - Vocal Production Synthesizer.

VOCALIZER is a completely new concept in modern music production that couples a new technology synthesis engine with an open input based architecture. VOCALIZER is one part effect plugin and one part virtual instrument. Vocalists, non-vocalists, & producers feed VOCALIZER any audio source, and it re-pitches, effects, and re-synthesizes the original source into a whole new sound.

Primarily designed for vocal use, vocalists will enjoy the vast options afforded by VOCALIZER to add previously unattainable dimensions to their voice. Inversely, non-vocalists will enjoy the opportunity to use their voices in musical ways that they previously thought impossible.

VOCALIZER also works well with other types of inputs. Drum & percussion tracks fed through VOCALIZER result in complex synth lines that perfectly sync to the original dry drum & percussion parts. Other input sounds afford a powerful and flexible new approach to sound design. VOCALIZER users can take any sound and use it as a shaping tool to be VOCALIZED.

The VOCALIZER marks the first release from SONiVOX’s NEMESYNTH Audio Research Group. Spearheaded by noted audio guru and scientist Jim Van Buskirk, pioneer inventor of the virtual instrument, modern computer driven sampling, and real-time low-latency convolution, SONiVOX’s NEMESYNTH Audio Research Group’s sole purpose is to discover, research, & develop revolutionary new enabling technologies for musicians everywhere.

VOCALIZER - Vocal Production Synthesizer is MAC & PC compatible and will work with most major DAW software as a VST, AU, and RTAS plugin.

VOCALIZER - Vocal Production Synthesizer is slated for a release date of October 1st 2010 with a MSRP of $149.99 and an estimated street price of $99.99

SONiVOX claims that VOCALIZER must be heard to be believed and invites all to checkout the VOCALIZER videos and mp3 examples at www.sonivoxmi.com

About SONiVOX

SONiVOX provides a multi-tiered suite of premier sound products that give voice to consumers ranging from professional musicians to over 100 million cellular users worldwide.

For years, SONiVOX, formerly Sonic Implants, has provided leading musicians and composers in the film and television industries with the tools needed to create world-class audio content for chart-topping movie, music and television projects.

Whether it’s high-end sound libraries & virtual instruments for leading Hollywood film composers, home-studio musicians, or millions of cell phone users, SONiVOX enjoys a worldwide reputation as a company producing "sound that rocks." For review copies and more information please contact SONiVOX at 617 718-0202 | info@sonivoxrocks.com. Follow SONiVOX on Twitter www.twitter.com/SONiVOX"

Synthaquarium Homemade Synthesizer

Home-made Synthesizer played by Step-Sequencer

YouTube via KrassesZeug | September 02, 2010

"https://sites.google.com/site/synthaq...

My home-made Synthesizer is played by a 16 step sequencer. Meanwile different modulations are done to alter the sound of the synth."

Home-made Synth LFO

KrassesZeug | September 02, 2010
"My home-made Synthesizer is played by a step sequencer. Modulations are done manly by a low frequency oscillator (LFO), that influences only the cut-off frequency of the voltage controlled filter (VCF). The frequency of the LFO ranges from ~1 Hz into the audio frequency range."

Home-made Synthesizer Envelope

KrassesZeug | September 02, 2010

"The envelope (ADSR-type) of my home-made synthesizer is shown in this video. The melody is triggered by a 16 step sequencer. The envelope controlls both, the voltage controlled filter (VCF) and the voltage controlled amplifier (VCA)."

Code Controller Preview

YouTube via lividTV | September 02, 2010

"Here is a preview of the functionality of the Code controller. This model is a prototype, so there is a little bleed in the lighting (not on the production model). And yes I did say open source, this controller is open source"