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Tuesday, February 26, 2013

OTO Machines Biscuit Bit Crusher Filter Monosynth

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RedSound DarkStar XP2

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Korg Z1 Multi Oscillator Synthesizer SN 005169

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Ensoniq SQ-80

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PPG Waveterm

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via the seller: "This is a Waveterm A in the Waveterm B enclosure.

This is as per the factory upgrade to the 5 1/4 disc drives.

Serial number WT0200

Waveterm come with Data Cable.

Supplied with small Library from 1984 (the year not the film)

Unit is 110V and 220V selectable.

So far most of the systems are working however there seems to be a problem with the sample play back. We suspect that the operating systems disc may be corrupted. At present the Waveterm is being tested by one of the top UK Synth techs and I will provide more info as it comes in.

Additional Info
After much experimentation it appears that all systems work with the exception of sample play back. Fourier and Wave Tables operate correctly and can be seen and heard working. External Sampling comes in, you can see the waveform but playback is corrupted. Disc drives work correctly. Communications works correctly. The Waveterm has been tried with two different 2.2's and intern both 2.2's have been tried with two different Waveterms all with the same outcome weird sample playback. The only common item is the system software which we only have one copy of!!

Additional Info
I have been advised that a new systems disc is on its way from a very cool guy. I will contact Mr. Repair Monday and find out any more info. I have also been advised that I had over priced the unit so a new BIN price is now available. Having spoken to Mr. Repair we may have found the problem to be a faulty lead. We are in the process of getting a new lead so we can give it a go. OOOhhh i'm so excited!!"

Wavefront Classic Theremin

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Comes with a tiny mug.

"One of the few concert quality Theremins still made in the world today. None of them, as beautiful as this walnut encased classic machine, built to recreate the iconic RCA Theremin sounds of the 1930's. This is as close to that famous timbre as you can get, without the hassle of using rare, unreliable tubes and high voltages. When this innovative instrument (the only instrument in the world you play by NOT touching it) first appeared to the public, people fainted in churches where they were performed, believing they were hearing the voices of angels.
Many early science fiction films featured RCA Theremins for their eerie soundtracks and experimental compositions. And if you're a fan of Clara Rockmore, you know this instrument can also perform an amazing repertoire of music in the right hands-- literally. Add guitar / FX pedals to modulate the output for special effects, or attach a MIDI device for controlling other MIDI instruments and synths (MIDI Theremin controller available on Wavefront's Site). The possibilities are endless. This model is so gorgeous and well crafted, it deserves a place on stage to showcase your theremin skills to the world.
Take a look / listen at a Wavefront Classic handled by a Master Performer: youtube.com/watch?v=TolIEVcEG1o
Features listed from Wavefront Technologies website (thereminstore.com):
Five plus octave pitch range.
Volume sensitivity tuning.
Large wound air-core coil
Pitch range tuning.
Dual tone controls.
Headphone output with gain.
Line (amplifier) output with gain.
Removable and reversible gold-plated antennas
External linear power supply for greater stability
Removable legs for ease of transport or table top playing

'For the theremin player looking for class and elegance in an instrument. Our classic cabinet model is built into a hand-crafted finished solid walnut enclosure. The curved lid adds character to the instrument and serves as a,support for sheet music. Designed using modern solid state technology, this model offers the following features and recent improvements: five plus octave pitch range, volume sensitivity tuning, large wound air-core coil, pitch range tuning, dual tone controls, headphone output with gain, line (amplifier) output with gain, removable and reversible gold-plated antennas, external linear power supply for grater stability, removable legs for ease of transport. Price: $2,275.00 '

The cost of these machines only goes up. So here's your chance to get an upscale Theremin at a great price! This model (# 44) is in good condition, with minimal wear. Right handed unit. Never used on gigs. Low operation hours. Small surface scratch on top of Scroll Lid. Minor oxidation. Antennas are stored on inside of case. Check images for details. Comes with original operation manual, pot adjuster tool, custom 110 AC power supply. Unit is 47 x 17 x 12 inches. Legs will be taken off to ship separately with power supply. They are numbered for easy reattachment. Shipping will be reimbursed if winning bidder requests Los Angeles area drop off."

Moog Rogue with Filter CV Mod

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"Not your typical Moog Rogue; every function and every key work beautifully. This great synth has even had a filter kit professionally installed. This means that you can control the voltage of the filter easily with anything from a Doepfer MCV4 MIDI to CV controller or any V/Oct synth module. You can see the 1/8th inch filter jack in the pics beneath "rogue." You can even control the voltage of the filter with a PC, using a MIDI to CV controller, how cool is that? A pre-MIDI synth filter being that precisely controlled has limitless possibilities. This synth can filter any sound you put through it as well as the notes being controllable with CV as well."

KORG Trident SN 330032

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Tabletop Updated to Version 2.1 & Demo by Rezzyblips

tablet (tabletop ios app)
Published on Feb 21, 2013 iterabyte·48 videos

"Produced by me 3rd track on tabletop"

Not sure if this demo features V2.1 or a prior version, but it is a good demo of the interface and it is relatively new.

So, what's New in Version 2.1?

- New Tabletop-Ready device: iMini
- New effect: BOOMROOM
- New instrument: CUEBOARD
- New effect: DEADBEAT
- Stability fixes
- iMPC sequencer crash and tune knob fix
- Cloudseeder fixes and Featured List fix

iTunes:
Tabletop - Retronyms
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Arturia Releases iMINI Polyphonic Minimoog for iPad

iMini Tutorial Video

Uploaded on Feb 25, 2013 Arturiaweb·80 videos

"Mike Hosker presents to you a tutorial video of the iMini, Arturia's first application for Ipad.
iMini is an application recreating the classic Minimoog™ synthesizer that is based on the TAE™ technology found in Arturia award winning Mini V software.
iMini is designed to allow users the classic sound, look and feel of this iconic synthesizer.

iMini endorsers include Stephan Bodzin, Richard Devine, Banco de Gaia"

iTunes:
iMini - Arturia

"COMPATIBILITY
iMini is compatible with iPAD 2, iPAD 3 and IPAD Mini

DESCRIPTION
iMini is a recreation of the classic 1971 Minimoog™ synthesizer, one of most iconic synthesizers of all time.

Based on the TAE® technology found in our award winning Mini V software, iMini offers a level of sound quality never before found on the iPAD as well as over 500 sounds by leading sound designers.

We have also partnered with the Bob Moog Foundation so that a portion of each sale goes to support their work in music education via the Dr. Bob Sound school program, making available the archives of Dr. Bob Moog and funding the dream to build the Moogseum.

The Minimoog™ synthesizer was made famous by artists and bands such as Stevie Wonder, Depeche Mode, Kraftwerk, Keith Emerson, Devo, Jean Michel Jarre and more. We now bring the features and sound of this classic to the iOS platform.

The iMini not only recreates the look and feel of the most legendary synthesizer, it does it with unparalleled sound quality. iMini is based on the award winning Arturia Mini V software that was created in partnership with Dr. Robert Moog himself, back in 2003. Thanks to this heritage, continuous research and refinements over the years, iMini comes with amazing sound quality and a large collection of preset sounds created by top sound designers such as Klaus Schulze (Tangerine Dream) and Geoff Downes (Asia).

What will you do with it?
First you can play the iMini’s numerous sounds from the iPad keyboard. You can create your own sounds and start building your personal sound palette.
If you are an owner of the Arturia Mini V software on your Mac or PC, you can import and export sounds between your laptop or desktop Mini V and iMini.

You can also control iMini from a MIDI keyboard via CoreMIDI and integrate it into your studio or live performances.

But this is not all; iMini is ‘Tabletop Ready’. Tabletop is a free iPad application that allows you to integrate iMini into a full studio of devices. With Tabletop you can build an entire song, with drum machines, FX's, sequencers... and of course the inimitable Minimoog™ sound.

Tabletop Ready™
The connect page is also your avenue to open up a whole new world of possibilities with iMini via Retronyms Tabletop application.
Tabletop™ is a free app for your iPAD that allows you to integrate iMini into a complete studio environment. In Tabletop you can use multiple instances of iMini; record your performance into a real-time sequencer; automate any of the parameters; add effects; process other modules through the iMini filters, etc. Tabletop also features number of in app purchase options to add more effects and instruments from other 3rd party companies.

Features include
Classic Minimoog™ sound.
3 Oscillators
24db per octave filter.
Simulated headphone jack/external input feedback.
2 Assignable XY pads
Chromatic or tuned scale keyboard modes
Polyphonic mode
Full featured arpeggiator
Repeat
HOLD and MEMORY latch modes
Octave span
5 note order modes
Speed and sync controls
Virtual Analog Chorus
Virtual Analog Delay
Owners of both the iMini and Mini V software apps can transfer sounds from one platform to the other via iTunes.
Full user MIDI mapping of panel controls.
Supports WIST sync with other iOS devices.
‘Tabletop Ready’
Soundcloud seeder (via Tabletop)
Render to .wav file (via Tabletop)
‘Audiocopy’ to paste your audio into another iPAD application. (via Tabletop)

The Minimoog™ name used here is a trademark of the respective owners, which are in no way associated or affiliated with Arturia. These trademarks are used solely to identify the products whose sound and features were modeled during the development process."

iTunes:
iMini - Arturia
Tabletop - Retronyms
iOS Devices on eBay - Daily Tech Deals

Update: new video and the press release:


Published on Feb 26, 2013 Arturiaweb·80 videos

And the press release:

"Arturia advances history-making Minimoog to iPad musical masses!

"The iMini turned my iPad into an ‘old skool’ analogue bass monster! Its sound is irresistibly ‘phat’ and very close to the original. If you want that typical dirty Moog sound then the iMini is all you’ll ever need. It’s by far the most powerful and hypnotising synth app on the market.”
- Stefan Bodzin, 2013 (DJ/producer, remixer of Depeche Mode, Booka Shade, and more)


GRENOBLE, FRANCE: music software and hardware company Arturia is proud to announce availability of iMini, an authentic recreation of the all-time classic Minimoog monosynth for Apple’s all-conquering iPad, as of February 27...

iMini is based on the TAE® (True Analog Emulation) synthesis technology found in Arturia’s award-winning Mini V soft synth, meticulously modelling the distinctive tones and analogue nuances of the legendary Seventies-vintage Minimoog Model D monosynth. Moog changed the musical world with the Minimoog and Arturia helped change the music software world with the Mini V.

Arturia now brings the still-sought-after classic Minimoog sound to the musical masses, transforming any iPad mini, iPad 2, or iPad with Retina display into the ultimate analogue synth emulation! Those timeless three oscillators and that 24dB per octave fabled filter are all present and accounted for in iMini. It also successfully sports the look and feel of Dr Bob Moog’s namesake iconic synthesizer for all to see (and hear). But being a game-changing iPad app for 2013 and not an analogue synth design dating back to 1970 means there’s a whole lot more to iMini than first meets the eye...

Any serious synthesizer connoisseur will instantly recognise the MAIN mode screen as an eye-catching rendering of the Minimoog Model D front panel, albeit with welcome additional ‘analogue’ CHORUS AMT. and DELAY AMT. level controls, as well as a POLY switch for playing polyphonically — impossible in 1970, obviously! Other subtle supplements include a gearwheel icon above the keyboard — press to reveal GLIDE, DECAY, LEGATO, and SCROLL switches for performance keyboard control, plus a SCALE function to choose from no fewer than 26 different scales and modes. Meanwhile, iMini comes complete with hundreds of superb sounds showcasing its supreme sonic versatility; press LOAD from the menu bar and choose from sound designer or category — couldn’t be simpler!

But ‘behind’ that familiar-looking MAIN screen lies a wealth of truly 21st Century audio action: the PERFORMANCE page accesses an arpeggiator with two latch modes and two assignable XY pads for creating all kinds of patterns and real-time morphing sounds; the FX page provides iMini with the same wide-ranging CHORUS and accurate ANALOG DELAY models found in the above-mentioned Mini V software — subtle sound thickening to wildly modulated effects (chorus) and sync to external tempo (stereo delay) possibilities abound here! Handily, all onscreen knobs and switches in each iMini page can easily be assigned to MIDI CC allowing automation from any external MIDI source. The default MIDI map will automatically work with Arturia MiniLab or Analog Player 25 Universal MIDI Controller keyboards!

And that’s not all: the CONNECT page is the gateway to making iMini talk to the outside world (using the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit) — use WIST (Wireless Sync Start Technology) to sync the arpeggiator and delay to other iPad or iPhone apps, and integrate iMini into a complete studio environment via Retronyms Tabletop. This free iPad app allows multiple iMini instances to be simultaneously run; real-time performance recording into a sequencer; parameter automation; processing of third-party, Tabletop-ready apps through the iMini filter, and more. “iMini is an ideal Tabletop-ready app,” says Retronyms Co-Founder John-Paul Walton. “It’s a fresh take on a legendary synth, and comes packed with a ton of amazing presets — everything from retro space sounds to contemporary bass noise.”

Thanks to iMini, today there’s really no excuse for not taking that history-making Minimoog sound anywhere anytime. And in recognition of the groundbreaking instrument to which it owes its very existence, for every iMini sold, Arturia will make a donation to The Bob Moog Foundation, whose Executive Director, Michelle Moog-Koussa, kindly adds: “We are grateful to Arturia and Retronyms for donating part of the proceeds from the iMini in support of our mission to ignite creativity at the intersection of music, science, history, and innovation. A portion of this funding will go to support our educational initiative, Dr Bob’s SoundSchool, which teaches children the science of sound through the magic of music.”

For Frédéric Brun, Arturia’s President, the feeling is mutual: “We are delighted to donate to The Bob Moog Foundation and acknowledge our gratitude to Robert Moog, who helped us when we released our first virtual instrument, the Modular Moog V, back in 2003. We are also thrilled to work with Retronyms, who are a great company and a force to be reckoned with when it comes to iOS. The iMini sets a new standard for what a virtual instrument should sound like on an iPad.”

So let’s make music and help history come alive with iMini in more ways than one, and also support the dream of building the Moogseum (Bob Moog Museum), the convergence of The Bob Moog Foundation’s goals of inspiring and educating people through electronic music.

Appropriate iPad owners can purchase iMini directly from Apple’s App Store during a three-week introductory launch pricing period for €8.99 EURO/$9.99 USD (rising to €19.99 EURO/$21.99 USD thereafter)."
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