Roland Bass Line TB-303

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Yamaha SY-1 Solo Synthesizer SN 1758

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"Yamaha SY-1 Solo Synthesizer in amazing condition. This instrament was bought at Fulton Piano and Organ Company, 363 park city center, Lancaster PA 17601 on october 31st 1975 for 842.00 and with the acception of a couple of small paint chips in the charcoal colored top, it looks like it was just brought home."

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Squidfanny - Circuit Bent AMSTRAD CKX100 (August 2010)

YouTube Uploaded by squidfanny on Aug 24, 2011
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"Seriously hard-core Glitch-Punk version of the Amstrad ckx100 Glitch Synthesizer -

Similar mods to previous versions, but this one has some really interesting distortion capabilities too. . . All the essential mods (Pitch, LFO, etc.) are still present as well as the psycedellic Chords / Arpeggios / Echos, Granular Drums & Killer Glitch.

When circuit bent properly, the Amstrad CKX100 is one of the all time greatest circuit bent synthesizers. It has a very unique quirky sound, with loads of charm and character. It's also capable of producing a whole range of amazing sounds which are far beyond the reach of conventional synthesizers.
This is the power of glitch.

As always, Stunning Metal Keys, Trippy Green PCB, Custom Control Knobs, Shiney Metal Pieces, Old Metal Cogs and a tasteful compliment of flashing lights."

acidlab miami (analog drum machine) minimal deep

YouTube Uploaded by SuKenor on Aug 24, 2011

Yamaha FS1R Editor for iPad

Update: you can find a TB MIDI Stuff port here that does not require The Missing Link.

TouchOSC editor for the Yamaha FS1R. 80 pages and months in the making. This editor was made with TouchOSC and is currently mapped for The Missing Link. You can, however, re-map it for Osculator or other, but it is fairly large - over 1000 parameters. Every single parameter controlling sound on the FS1R is covered. You can find the editor here and on The Missing Link forum here.

Click each pic for the full size shot.

The full editor is actually split into five editors, one main editor and four Operator editors (one for each part). Pictured here are the unique editing screens to give you an idea of the sheer number of parameters available on the FS1R. This is one massive synth consisting of FM, Formant and subtractive synthesis.

Main editor (16 pages/tabs): fseq editing, common controls, Part1 control (if you look at the tabs you can see Part2 - 4 as well), LFO & Filter, Formant Algorithm selection, FM Algorithm selection, Reverb, Variation Effects (two pages), Insert Efects (three pages), and EQ.

Operator editor (16 pages/tabs x 4 editors): Below EQ are two screen grabs for the Operator edit pages. Each of four parts on the FS1R has a total of eight voiced operators and eight unvoiced operators. Each voiced and each unvoiced operator has the same set of parameters.

Note there are a couple of quirks to this editor. The FS1R has a few parameters that are higher resolution than The Missing Link supports. You can get from 0 to max, but fine tuning is best done on the FS1R itself.

Some parameters are only applicable based on other parameter settings. I tried to capture these, however I did a much better job with the effects section and later in the editor. If you look at the FX pages you will see color coding for each slider. This is because the effect parameters on the FS1R share the same sysex but do different things depending on which effect is selected.

If you use the editor and find any other quirks let me know.

The great thing about the editor, in this case specifically, is that it will allow you to explore the FS1R without hunching over the rack and flipping through menus. It's all laid out in full screen in front of you. You can flip through pages and just explore and try things out. For a synth this complex it really does help in learning how each parameter effects a given sound. You can set the mix levels down for all but one part, focus on it and then bring other parts back in.

As with all TouchOSC based editors, you can also jump values, while on the FS1R there is no number pad so you have to go the full range from point a to point z. If you look at the Algorithm screens for example you can see with this editor you can directly select any algorithm you want.

If you look at the top screen you can play the fseqs start and end times like an old school sampler - think Akai S612 sliders.

The one thing I do wish the FS1R did was update it's screen to the parameter being edited, that way you can use both. If anyone knows if this is possible, let me know.

Click each screen to get a taste of what the FS1R can do.

TouchOSC - hexler - iTunes
The Missing Link
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Elk EM-4 Vintage Analog Tape Delay Space Echo

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via the description: "It looks similar to the first Roland RE-100 / 200 series space echos and I'm not sure which came first. It comes with the Sony RE-5 endless tape cartridge with Ampex tape that has seen very little use. Any 1/4" blank 8 track tape should work though. It runs smoothly and quitely, and sounds simply beautiful. I got the tape echo bug a long time ago and kept this, a 301 and a 555. It easily holds it's own and has a unique character I will miss."

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Arduino sequencer

YouTube Uploaded by bubagoo on Aug 24, 2011

"Arduino based rhythm sequencer controlling an analog synthesizer. I'm working on designing a sequencer specially suited for improvised experimental music."

Tara Busch EP Remix Contest to Benefit The Bob Moog Foundation

"Moog Siren Tara Busch Releases EP, Remix Contest to Benefit Bob Moog Foundation

Foundation Celebrates 5th Anniversary with EP, New Logos, Fresh Program Direction, Limited Edition Poster and Archive Inspired Apparel

Asheville, NC - August 24, 2011 – The Bob Moog Foundation (BMF) is honored to announce that synthesizer and vocal sensation Tara Busch has donated a three song EP to support its mission of igniting the innovator inside us all. The ethereal electronica EP, Rocket Wife, created specifically for and donated to the Bob Moog Foundation, is available for download at Bandcamp.com at the following link: [link]

In conjunction with the release of the EP, Busch and the Foundation have issued a remix contest using the 17 stem tracks from the title track of the EP, Rocket Wife. The stem tracks are available for download at: [link]

The remix contest begins today and ends at midnight on October 15, 2011. All submissions should be uploaded to the “Rocket Wife” group on SoundCloud via this link.

The Bob Moog Foundation will announce three winners on November 10, 2011. The winners will have their remix posted on the BMF Bandcamp site where it will be available for sale, with proceeds benefitting the Foundation. The grand prize winner will receive a framed limited-edition archival image of Bob Moog, a selection of BMF merchandise, and the opportunity to collaborate virtually with Busch on a track where she will supply vocals and synth soundscapes. Two other winners will receive runner-up prizes.

Tara Busch is an American producer/musician/remixer and score composer. She is influenced by the rich, complex harmonies of Brian Wilson, BBC Radiophonic Workshop diva Dellia Derbyshire, and the innovations and futurist attitudes of electronic music pioneer Bob Moog. She is known for her richly textured, vocally orchestral electronica, and her psychedelic, ethereal remixes.

Busch reflects, “This is a homage not only to Bob Moog and his legacy, but to the effect the synthesizer had on my music, creativity, and life. What Bob did, most famously with the Minimoog, was to make the groundbreaking world of synthesis available to everybody, not just for the privileged few.

Though grateful for my voice and writing ability, I think having a more embracing attitude towards merging the creative and scientific worlds when I was a child would have been beneficial; not just for my music, but also for my development in general. I think Dr. Bob's SoundSchool will help kids to develop open, bright, embracing and creative minds.

I'm excited and inspired by their quest to educate children and adults alike about ‘the intersection of science & music’ and hopefully this EP will help introduce more people to the Bob Moog Foundation. One hundred percent of the profits from the EP and the remix stems will be donated to the Bob Moog Foundation.”

Sunday, August 21, 2011 marked the sixth anniversary of Bob Moog's passing and the fifth anniversary of the BMF's formal launch. In celebration of that milestone, the foundation is making daily announcements of new projects, branding and fundraising opportunities. Monday, August 22 saw the launch of the Moogstress blog, written by Michelle Moog-Koussa. On Tuesday, the BMF announced their new logo, which features the innovative spirit of “Dr. Bob” and an offer for a limited edition poster designed with materials from Bob Moog's archives. Later in the week the BMF will release a new merchandise line, Dr. Bob's Archive Series, featuring artwork found in Bob Moog's extensive archives. The BMF directs the preservation and interpretation of the archives for future generations of journalists, educators, innovators and fans.

The Bob Moog Foundation ignites the creative and innovative spirit in us all through exposure to interactive educational experiences rooted in the pioneering legacy of Dr. Bob Moog. Our work includes:

· Dr. Bob's Sound School (formerly MoogLab) teaching children and adults science through music in a hands-on environment.
· Dr. Bob's Archive Preservation Initiative. The BMF directs the preservation and interpretation of Bob Moog's extensive and historic archives for future generation.
· The Moogseum, a future interactive facility where music, science, history and innovation will converge. The creation of the Moogseum is pending adequate funding.

www.tarabusch.com
www.analogsuicide.com
www.moogfoundation.org"

Another Jolymod's Patch

YouTube Uploaded by RecoHead on Aug 24, 2011

"using the Jolymod analog modular synth.
more info on www.recosynth.com"

PPG wave 2.2 Synthesizer "Permafrost"

YouTube Uploaded by retrosound72 on Aug 24, 2011

"vintage synth demo by RetroSound

PPG Wave 2.2 Wavetable Synthesizer from the year 1982.

The PPG Wave 2.2 is the direct successor of the Wave 2 but with 2 oscillators. A real classic! Only 500 Wave 2.2 were manufactured."