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Thursday, January 03, 2013

1977 Dennis Electronics Synthesizer Ad


via Retro Synth Ads where you'll find the write-up including a New Years post looking back at some of the more interesting ads featured over the year.

"Dennis Electronics "The new synthesizer that doesn't need a filter" 1/4-page black and white advertisement from page 11 in the July/August 1977 issue of Synapse Magazine."

BTW, this is the first Dennis Electronics post.  Has anyone heard of them before?

AmenBreak Remixed

Published on Jan 3, 2013 verstaerker·37 videos

"playing around with my new Octatrack ... took the well known amenbreak to try out slicing and scenes"

Sequential Circuits Poly-Sequencer 1005 for Prophet 5 SN 0215

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Roland RE 201 Space Echo Tape Delay SN 857044

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"This one is in average/OK cosmetic condition but working 100% and had a full service including full capacitor replacement.  Custom blue LED for VU meter , peak and ON lights.


PLUS! 1 tape installed and 5 spare tape loops!!!

No scratchy pots . Pinch roller and tape heads are in excellent condition. Sounds great, with minimum wow and flutter. Very nice unit! Full service has been done on this unit including polished tape heads. This item is 100v 50/60hz you may need a power converter depending on your country."

Chick Corea's Personal OBXA Up for Auction?

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SN 8115112

via the listing: "Chick Corea's Personal OBXA. I purchased this synthesizer from his road manager. He told me Herbie Hancock played this unit live as well.

It comes with a wicked touring Anvil case.

As far as I can tell it functions really well. It also seems very well maintained.

I am currently waiting to get it tuned up locally by EPR Electronics just to keep it properly maintained, but figured I will list it to sell in the meantime.

It has the midi upgrade.

The presets were been whiped clean before the sale to me. I left his taped notes on the unit, which can easily be removed without damaging the unit."

Oberhreim Electronics OB-Xa SN 813319

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"The OB-Xa is a polyphonic Synthesizer with up to eight voices. Each voice inside the OB-Xa is a complete synthesizer, with two Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCOs), two Voltage Controlled Filters (VCFs),a Voltage Controlled Amplifier (VCA), and two Envelope Generators.

The voices are arranged in two groups of four voices each, refered to as the Upper Voices and Lower Voices, respectively. Each group of voices gets control signals from its own associated control cirtcitry, which also contains the Low Frequency Oscillator for each group. There is a control circuit for the Upper Voices, and a second for the Lower Voices. Both control circuits are controlled by the OC-Xa's onboard computer.

It is a computer that looks at the keyboard and the front panel controls, and then communicates the appropriate information to the control circuits and to the voices themselves.

This particular unit has a MIDI kit installed. (see pictures)

This particular unit is missing one CM 3340. (see pictures)

The voices need tuning.

The keyboard assembly needs cleaning. (Some keys cut in and out)

Specifications

Synthesizer Components: 4, 6, or 8 voices; 3 Low Frequency Oscillators, Sample/Hold Circuit, Polyphonic Portamento, Pink Noise Source

Components In Each Voice:

2 Voltage Controlled Oscillators
2 Voltage Controlled Filters (2-Pole or 4-Pole low pass type, selectable)
2 Envelope Generators
1 Voltage Controlled Amplifier
Number of Programs: 120 Patch Programs, 8 Split Programs, 8 Double Programs

Keyboard: 5 Octaves (C to C)

Keyboard Modes: FULL, SPLIT (splits OB-Xa into two independant synthesizers), and DOUBLE (plays both independant synthesizers simultaneously); programmable split point and transpositions anywhere on the keyboard (in SPLIT or DOUBLE)

Output:

Stereo and Mono signal outputs (Output Level: 1 Volt peak to peak, 75K Ohms Impedance)
Cassette Interface inputs and outputs
Computer Interface (Parallel Interface)
Foot Controls:

Footswitches: Sustain, Hold, Program Advance
Foot Pedals: Filter, Vibrato
Power: 90-130 or 180-240 Volts AC, 50-60 Hz, 50 Watts

Dimensions: 40" (101.6 cm) wide, 20" (50.8 cm) deep, 6" (15.24 cm) high

Weight Without Case: 45 lbs. (20.41 kg)

Weight With Case: 109 lbs. (49.6 kg)"

Kawai SX-240 Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer

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Korg Mono/Poly

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RMS No.8 - A Self Generating Patch (a.k.a. The Clangers vs R2-D2)


RMS No.8 - A Self Generating Patch (a.k.a. The Clangers vs R2-D2) from Random Modular Snippets on Vimeo.

"Featuring:- various Doepfer modules.
This is a simple self generating patch. Sounds a bit like R2-D2 and The Clangers having a laser battle. I'm not sure who wins, hope it's The Clangers though."

Dubspot First Look: The Propellerhead PX7 FM Synthesizer In Reason 6.5

Dubspot First Look: The Propellerhead PX7 FM Synthesizer In Reason 6.5 w/ Chris Petti
Published on Jan 3, 2013 DubSpot·384 videos

"More info: http://bit.ly/S6YtYw
Recently Propellerhead approached me about designing some sounds for a new FM synthesizer in Reason. As you may recall from some of my previous video tutorials, I showed you how to create an FM synth out of several Thors and a Combinator. The purpose was to demonstrate how to get some of the more modern, edgy FM sounds that we associate with dubstep and electro.

Although my method for creating FM sounds this way worked, Propellerhead have made this easier now with a new FM synthesizer engine, the PX7, now available as a Rack Extension for Reason 6.5. The PX7 is a true six-operator FM synth with some dazzling math behind it, resulting in a replica of the Yamaha DX7, the first commercially available FM synth from the early 1980s."

Introducing Waves Element


"Introducing Element: The first ever synthesizer from Waves. Powered by Virtual Voltage™ technology, Element is an analog-style polyphonic instrument engineered to deliver the fat, gritty sound of the classics, with all the precision, flexibility and control of contemporary digital synths.

Element includes a vast array of convenient features and functions. Like integrated effects. A 16-step arpeggiator / sequencer. MIDI Learn for all controls. And a massive preset library, with total tweakability. Plus, all parameters are laid out right there in front of you, so when inspiration strikes, there’s no need to scroll through page after page to customize your sounds. Searing leads, booming basses, ethereal pads, electro-percussion, sequential motions, mind-blowing FX and lots more: Element does it all.

Features

RC CIRCUIT BENT MANTA DRONE MACHINE SOUND GENERATOR SYNTH

Published on Jan 3, 2013 djwidow420·215 videos

"MODIFIED MANTRA PRAYER MACHINE"

Resonance Circuits on eBay (RSS)

Serge Modular Matt and Exfade 606

Published on Jan 3, 2013 DrOctave1·235 videos

"Serge modular and my buddy matt on the exfade 606. having some drinks and fun.."

_ultraGlitcher for Ableton Live

Published on Jan 3, 2013 designthemedia·23 videos

Ableton Live effects available here: http://designthemedia.com/ultraglitcher

Vanderson - Winter Improvisation

Published on Jan 3, 2013 grooveproject·93 videos

"Hello everyone. It's my first video in 2013 from last night :)
I create simple two sequences with pad sound on the Radias, add choir from Virus, pad from Supernova and some effects and solo from AN1x, Supernova and Miniak.
Enjoy the sounds and all the best in New Year !"

The Daydream Sound Reviews the Ensoniq EPS 16+

Published on Jan 3, 2013 TheDaydreamSound·65 videos

"Visit me online at: http://www.thedaydreamsound.com

Here's my review of the Ensoniq EPS 16+ Sampler.
As always thanks for stopping by!

Peace,

TDS

Join me on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/tds.drums
Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/TDSAlkebulan
Subscribe to me on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/thedaydreamsound
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Wednesday, January 02, 2013

Elektor Formant midi interface early demo


Elektor Formant midi interface early demo from Tubbutec on Vimeo.
"This is me playing around with midi Elektor formant midi interface. It is still in developement, but it already sounds quite nice.....

http://tubbutec.de"

Quasimidi Rave-O-Lution Drum Machine SN 42262

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"Cat not included!"

"This unit is unexpanded (hence the moderate price)... There are many technical photos of this synth at http://www.loscha.com These pictures are of the actual unit you will be buying.

The power socket has a slightly broken shell, but the plug holds in no problems."

KORG Polysix/Mono-Poly era knobs.


Roland SH-2000 monophonic vintage synthesizer

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The Daily Loops Project 02-01-13 - Circuit Bent Speak & Spell



"This loop has been created with an instrument that is a classic in circuit bending: Speak & Spell [wikipedia].

The first two minutes is a processing loop with a KP3, then you will listen all the letters of the alphabet in three different heights, normal (2:15), high (4:20) and low (5:55) I left a space between letter and lyrics for ease of handling."

Circuit Bent Speak & Spells on eBay

via Los Sabios Duendes on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

"The daily loops project is the new musical adventure musician Marcelo Acosta, also known for his project "Los Sabios Duendes" (lossabiosduendes.com/)

Each day you will find on this site to download a loop, the idea is to be used by whoever you want and how they want it, use it for a composition, performance, process, deform or whatever comes to mind.

If you use it is appreciated the mention of the source and the author's intent of this project is to publish the musics that arise from these loops, so kindly send us your work to:

lossabiosduendes@gmail.com

Thank you very much and look forward to your participation in The Daily loops project!"

All tracks:

Polymoog And Seeburg Select A Rhythm


Published on Jan 2, 2013 Sjobeck7·132 videos

4MS TRIWAVE PICOGENERATOR

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"ANALOG SYNTHESIZER

THIS IS THE ESSENTIAL MODS VERSION

DESIGND BY DANN GREEN, BUILT BY DOUG HARRISON – LISCENSED 4MS BUILDER

BASIC ARCHITECTURE = TWO OSCILATORS ROUTED THROUGH THREE LFO’S

FEATURES

2 X OSC PITCH POTS WITH TONE SWITCH (SOFT / HARSH) OSC’S GO FROM VERY LOW TO VERY HIGH

THREE LFO’S EACH WITH DEPTH FOR EACH OSC, SYMMETRY, SPEED AND SHAPE – SPEED GOES FROM V FAST TO V SLOW

2 X CROSS MODULATION POTS

PAN POT – MIX BETWEEN OSC 1 + 2

CLEAN BLEND POT – RUN A SIGNAL THROUGH THE TRIWAVE

Korg MS-10 Vintage Monophonic Analog Synthesizer SN 134289

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KORG monotribes - KOBRA / BakaOscillator

Published on Jan 2, 2013 BakaOscillator·55 videos

"Composed By BakaOscillator.
Use, KORG monotribe X2 , VOX amPlug (Lead, Bass).

Active Stepをワンタッチ操作出来る方法を模索。
というか輪ゴムで押さえてるだけですが。"

VOX amPlugs on eBay

FL Studio Performance Mode | Drum Loop Masher Project

Published on Jan 2, 2013 imageline·497 videos

"Download Link - http://support.image-line.com/redirect/performance_drumloopmasher

Don't forget the FLaunchpad competition - http://www.image-line.com/documents/news.php?entry_id=1355190084&title=wi..."

Scape + Figure jam#4 (dArk aUthority)

Published on Jan 2, 2013 efectism·32 videos

-Scape app with ipad 1
-Figure app with iPod touch 4g

iTunes:
Scape - Opal Limited
Figure - Propellerhead Software AB

Quad 10 Analog Sequencer Q40SX10A1


Published on Jan 2, 2013 pieruixmaster·26 videos

"40 Channel Analog Sequencer, 4 Banks of 10 channel, completely isolated or use the "Mix" output to take the sum of each channels bank.

On board Clock Divider with control setting on each bank, 1X, 2X, 4X and 8X. 1 Master clock control, 4 individual clocks, CV outputs with Portamento, Gate/Trig output.

This is just a test video, I'm using 1 synth control on the Mix output."

First patch of the new year. Serge modular.

Published on Jan 2, 2013 DrOctave1·234 videos

"just got my serge from my home in nj since sandy hit. first time setting it up in pa. first patch after setup and the new year. 8 sts and 2 best of cgs panels. sorry for phone cam and audio."

Quantum Rainbow noise mixing 1.0

Published on Jan 2, 2013 SteadyStateFate·9 videos

"Here is a demonstation of what the different combinations of two color outputs sound like when mixed together and the volume amplitudes are adjusted.

First each color pair is mixed together, then the 10 combinations of two noise colors are mixed together.

Enjoy!"

Monotron-e does MATHS


Published on Jan 2, 2013 FSK1138·163 videos

"MFB seq02 provides cv to monotron -e vco v/oct

Make Noise MATHS controls monotron-e vco vc and vcf cv

two chanels from the MFB seq02 feed the Maths

as well as the LFO from the monotron-e


FX:
delay and reverb from ensoniq dp4

really looking forward to learning the ins and outs of MATHS

it is a must have in any eurorack"

Puppet Song - Harpsicle and Teenage Engineering OP-1

Published on Jan 2, 2013 LinkSweden·3 videos

"Pink Harpsicle, White OP-1, Grey Couch, Vintage Puppet. Recorded on the OP-1."

Nord Lead 3, Akai S950, Akai MPC-60, Jordan Passmore House Demo

Published on Jan 2, 2013 Jordan Passmore·44 videos

"Here is a demo I created of the Clavia Nord Lead 3, Akai MPC-60 and the Akai S-950. The Nord Lead 3 is doing the bassline, the MPC-60 is doing the drums and the S-950 is doing the chord parts. The tone sampled into the 950 is a patch I created in the Nord Lead 3. The track is being mixed live on my Tascam M-1600 with effects sends going to an analog delay (Washburn A-09) and an early digital reverb (Ibanez SDR-1000+)."

ADDAC208 Comparator & Rectifiers



via ADDAC Sys on Facebook

"DAY 2:
ADDAC208 Comparator & Rectifiers.

One more utility module for our 200 Line: A simple comparator with a manual threshold + half and full-wave rectifiers in both positive and negative rails."

http://www.addacsystem.com/

Follow-up to ADDAC System 4 Voice Euclidean Rhythm Generator

Form Thirty-One & Creature ll by Richard Devine

Published on Jan 2, 2013 thedeepelement·103 videos

http://trashaudio.com/2013/01/form-thirty-one/

"Richard Devine & Surachai. Quick patch recorded in mono.
Filmed in Richard's new studio in Atlanta, Georgia."



Extended version of the "Creature II" composed entirely on the MakeNoise Modular system. 2012

Label info:

www.makenoiserecords.com/

MakeNoise Records facebook page

TA site

Shared System page

Custom White KORG Monotribe


These in via Paul.

Customized with styleflip using Russian style lettering.


Hypnosequence by BRUNO ENDER LEE

Published on Jan 2, 2013 synthypnosis·104 videos

"BRUNO ENDER LEE - "Hypnosequence" - analogue synthesizer live-performance, January 2. 2013

MacBeth M5N & ARP Odyssey (sequences with Doepfer MAQ 16/3), Synthesizers.com Studio-88 (leads), MiniMoog Voyager OS (bass), Moog Little Phatty (bass-fx), Roland Juno-60 (pads)

Happy New Year

composed, arranged & performed by Bruno Ender Lee
2013 Velvet Voyage Productions / all rights reserved"

Remember to see the holidays label below to filter by all holiday posts.

Moog Synth Cake


via Moog Music Inc. on Facebook

"Make a wish..."

Moog Factory Tour: Moog Slim Phatty, Little Phatty, and Moog Guitar

Moog Factory Tour: Moog Slim Phatty, Little Phatty, and Moog Guitar | UniqueSquared com
Published on Jan 2, 2013 Uniquesquared·455 videos

http://www.uniquesquared.com/blog/pro-audio/moog-factory-tour-slim-phatty-little-phatty-and-moog-guitar/

XAOC Devices Moskwa Sketchbook

via Shiro Fujioka on Facebook

Top:

"This is what the diagram sounds like applied to a Wiard Anti OSC being FM'ed
by the Unkle OSC in LFO mode.

Patch Details:
Moskwa Gate out with all 8 steps selected to MATHS Ch. 1 Trig in .
Moskwa CV out to MATHS Ch. 1 Fall, MATHS Ch. 1 Trig out to LPG CV in.
MATHS Ch.1 End of Rise to MATHS in cycle mode Ch. 4 Rise.
MATHS Ch. 4 End of Cycle to Moskwa clock In.
Random Gate to Moskwa Pause."

Bottom:

"Haiku Portal Patch Diagram.
From the up coming PDF book that comes with the XAOC Devices Moskwa audio sketchbook."

Logan (Hohner) String Melody II

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"Logan String Melody II also known as Hohner String Melody II. Synthesizer is in excellent condition. It was made by Italian factory Melody String and distributed abroad by Hohner International, that's why there are two names for it."

KORG MS-10 ANALOGUE VINTAGE SYNTHESIZER

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Synsonics Pro Dual Kit vintage analog synth drums


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"Two channel brain with sensitivity, decay, bend, pitch, noise (white) balance and level controls. Four of the knobs for channel 2 have lost their blue plastic tops. Power switch is finicky; though it always moves, the unit tends to be stuck in the "on" position. This requires you to remove the power adapter cord from the brain in order to power down. ****The problems with the power switch have NEVER resulted in the brain being without power.**** Aside from the above issue, this brain works perfectly.

If you're wondering what this thing sounds like, check out the beginning of LCD Soundsystem's song "Get Innocuous!".

Also included is a Roland PD-7 Dual Trigger 7.5" drum pad."


Blacet Modular Effects Synth Rack

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"Klang Werk:
Klang Werk is a high quality balanced (or “ring”) modulator with a number of built in features making it more versatile than the usual synth module. It’s more like an effect box, although it is right at home in any modular system. Klang Werk includes a voltage controlled sine to complex waveform carrier generator, a signal preamp, a signal envelope follower, and an output mix control.

Time Machine:
A balanced modulator takes two signals (“signal” and “carrier”) and multiplies them together, producing their sum and difference frequencies. The original signals are removed from the output. The result is often used to produce bell like clang tones. The world of the equally tempered scale seems to vanish, to be replaced by an alien sonic landscape filled with moments of unearthly beauty and savage cacophony.
Genuine BBD Analog Delay Line Technology for that "retro" sound.
Delays From 10 mS to 2 Seconds!
Bi-Phase Regeneration for Killer Flanging
Voltage Control of Most Parameters:

Darkstar Module:
This reissue of the Dark Star uses the same basic circuit and updates the design with expanded control ranges and CV inputs for the Noise Clock, Noise Filter, VCO and PWM. Use it as a standalone sound generator or interface it with a modular system for some truly wild sounds!
With the interest in chaos theory and fractals in the past few years, this unit provides an excellent means to explore the effects of chaotic (noise) modulation. The results cover quite a wide range from the haunting to the apocalyptic...

Yamaha CS 10 Analog Monophonic Synth SN 4452

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Alesis Photon X25 MIDI Controller with AXYZ Dome

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"The Photon X25 USB/MIDI Controller with Audio combines superior USB/MIDI control and high-quality recording in one cool looking product. With unique features such as the AXYZ Controller dome and ten 360° endless knobs, you’ll have powerful MIDI control of your software plug-ins. The Photon X25 is the solution for musicians that want new tools for their software as well as audio I/O for high-quality recording and playback from their computers."

Octave The Cat Model 1853 SN A1853

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"The CAT by OCTAVE Electronic Synthesizer MODEL 1853 - My Electronics Tech has just serviced this unit and it is in 100% complete working order and the following was done [ Cleaned Keyboard Control and Contacts - Cleaned VCA Control - Cleaned VCO1 Switch and repaired a broken Pin on - 15V Regulator ]. Physical condition is very good as shown. I noticed one of the little rubber feet on the bottom of the unit is missing and on 3 of the knobs the chrome centers gone. I took several photos in hopes of showing it's true physical condition. The CAT is monophonic/Duophonic Analog Synthesizer 2 oscillators capable of square and sawtooth Waveforms. VCO 1 also has a triangle waveform. Each of the waveforms can be played simoltaneously and mixed together and there are additional sub-octave oscillators to each oscillator to blend new and interesting sounds. An outstanding unit to say the least."

Zebra 2 soundset - PADSHEAVEN by Joseph Hollo - demo song

Published on Aug 3, 2012 artenuovoglobal·1 video

"An ultimate collection of useful lyrical and dramatic pads, effects and soundscapes from a multiple golden and platinum record composer for u-he's Zebra 2 VSTI synthesizer.

TO DOWNLOAD 16 FREE PATCHES NOW, visit our site:

http://sound.artenuovo.com

You can also buy the whole collection via paypal here!
128 gorgeous presets for ONLY 20$!

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ZEBRA 2 synthesizer, visit www.u-he.com"

via Computer Music Guide

Marsynth Modular 12-31-12

Published on Jan 2, 2013 marsynth·13 videos

"Last patch of 2012 on my modular system. First video I've shot with the new phone... audio level is a little low but oh well!

I had been neglecting my system for the past month as I've been (slowly) working on revising my oscillators ( http://electro-music.com/forum/phpbb-files/052820121570_504.jpg ). I started tinkering with the self-oscillation on a lowpass filter and ended up with this patch.

The primary sound generation is from the self-oscillating vactrol filter being fed into a wave folder and then back into itself. The folded output is mixed with the original output of the filter via a cross fader to allow for a sort of wet/dry mix (which really just changes the nature of the feedback into the filter's audio input). The audio is then fed through a vca and then a highpass filter. There is modulation across the board (folder, filters, vca) via lfo's and a sequencer. Timing and direction of the sequencer is derived from a complex little network of binary counters and an analog switch module.

In the video I just start with the end patch and just turn different portions of it on and off to show whats happening (which may or may be very clear in the video anyways...). Lots of great buchla-esque percussion! =)

Thanks for watching, and here's to another great year of synth noodling!"

www.marsynth.com

uncertain sequence

Published on Jan 2, 2013 spunkytoofers·66 videos

"granular voice controlled sound being woggled and pendular wiggle influenced rhythms"

You're welcome.

spunkytoofers on eBay (RSS)

Octatrack + Machinedrum = OT's back

Published on Jan 2, 2013 n3bsvid·131 videos

[ http://citizenpark.bandcamp.com ]

Little jam featuring elektron octatrack and machinedrum. Pitched instruments are either single cycle waves or machinedrum sine machine.

Hardware:
Elektron Octatrack
Elektron Machinedrum UW+ MK2

Elektron on eBay
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