Touellskouarn Strakal Brulu {Re Grenv Eo} Fuzz as modulation Source.

Published on Apr 4, 2013 Touell Skouarn·4 videos

"Touellskouarn Strakal Brulu {Re Grenv Eo} germanium distortion as Modulation Source

3 different patches
• one with S&H
• one as CV Osc Input
• one as filter modulation input (Ms20 filter clone)"

Alessandro Cortini: Forse 1 - All Buchla Music Easel Release in the Works

via Justin of Important Records:

"Beginning this June, Important Records will be releasing a series of vinyl records and a subsequent cd box-set of Alessandro Cortini on the Buchla Music Easel. The first album, 'Forse 1', will be issued as a double LP.  It will feature Alessandro playing an original Buchla Music Easel with a mastery and intimacy unlike anything previously released. It's obvious from these recordings that Alessandro has spent a great deal of time exploring, experimenting, and pushing the Easel to its limits. I think the readers of your site will be really enthusiastic about these recordings as they showcase what the Easel is capable of, and the talents of Alessandro. We are very excited about these releases and pleased that they will coincide with the BEMI Music Easel reboot this June. The masters have been submitted and the artwork is being finalized as we speak.

A teaser video for the album will be available soon and a track from 'Forse 1' will be included in the next Important Records podcast on soundcloud.

www.importantrecords.com
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Important-Records/
https://soundcloud.com/importantrecords/"

Buchla 100 Series Analog Modular Synthesizer for Auction

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via the seller/listing:

"This particular Buchla system has been thoroughly restored, tested, and calibrated.

Over the last twelve years, I have worked as an analog repair and restoration technician, including an apprenticeship under Don Buchla. I've had the opportunity to restore over a dozen complete vintage Buchla modular systems, and also worked on over a hundred modules from both the 100 and 200 series. Additionally, I have worked on virtually every other Buchla instrument, as well as rare and historic synthesizers from EMS, Moog, Korg, and Sequential Circuits. I 've restored modular systems for reputed institutions such as New York University, Mills College, The Library of Congress, and the Cantos Music Museum, and have worked on Buchlas for notable artists such as Aphex Twin, The Chemical Brothers, Suzanne Ciani, and Morton Subotnick.

Don't miss the opportunity to acquire this extremely rare instrument.

Please carefully read the Auction Details at the bottom of this page and contact me with any questions regarding payment methods and shipment prior to bidding.

This system includes:

101 two-piece 25 Panel Unit Cabinet
115 Power supply
110 Dual Gate (2 VCAs)
160 Dual Noise Source
175 Dual Equalizer (2 Filters)
194 Comb Filter (Filter)
190 Dual Reverberator
171 Dual Instrument Preamplifier
111 Dual Ring Modulator
106 Six Channel Mixer
196 Phase Shifter
192 Dual Lopass Filter (2 Filters - SUPER RARE MODULE)
158 Dual Sine/Saw Generator (2 Oscillators)
158 Dual Sine/Saw Generator (2 Oscillators)
156 Dual Control Voltage Processor
107 Voltage Controlled Mixer (10 VCAs!)
140 Timing Pulse Generator
123 Sequential Voltage Source (8 Stage Sequencer X 3)
180 Dual Attack Generator (2 Envelopes)
170 Dual Microphone Preamplifier (transformers!)
130 Dual Envelope Detector
114 Touchplate

All modules have been cleaned, recapped, and tested, the power supply has been refurbished, and the wood cabinet has been restored. This system has four VCOS, twelve VCAs, several filter varieties including the rare 192 Lopass Filter (which was one of the first Buchla modules with Optos!), an 8 stage sequencer, a number of processors, and excellent stereo reverb. please contact me for specific details and additional high res photos of the restoration prior to bidding.

AUCTION DETAILS :

Photos are of the actual Buchla system for sale.

The instrument has been described as thoroughly and fairly as possible, and is available for check-out before bidding in Vancouver, BC, Canada."

STG New Module Demonstration

Published on Apr 3, 2013 suitandtieguy·36 videos

"Here's some oscilloscope shots of a new module."

http://stgsoundlabs.com

Roland is Back with the New BK-9 Backing Keyboard

"The BK-9 Backing Keyboard is the new flagship instrument in the acclaimed BK series, bringing together sensational sounds, top-class rhythms, and an incredible selection of premium features. You have a world of music under fingertip control, with a massive sound selection—including Roland’s renowned SuperNATURAL sounds—and a huge range of completely remastered rhythm accompaniments in nearly every musical genre, from classic to modern. An innovative dual LCD system and intuitive panel layout make it easy to direct your virtual band, while powerful effects and assignable real-time controls let you select and shape sounds with ease. With numerous additional highlights such as USB song playback/recording, an onboard 16-track sequencer, Rhythm Composer, and much more, the BK-9 is a powerhouse music machine for professional performing, song composition, and casual enjoyment at home.

Flagship 76-note instrument with top-level sounds, industry-leading auto-accompaniment features, and a lightweight, mobile design

Over 1,700 sounds and 70 drum kits, including 22 SuperNATURAL sounds and 500 all-new tones
Legendary Virtual Tone Wheel organs, with dedicated harmonic bars for authentic vintage organ performance
540 rhythms (including 25 new rhythms), remastered for exceptional audio quality; over 1000 Music Assistants onboard

Five independent multi-effects engines (MFX), plus dedicated mastering effects
All-new user interface with intuitive panel layout, powerful dual LCD system, and Mixer function
Professional 16-track sequencer and built-in Rhythm Composer; Chord Loop and Audio Key functions
Song playback/recording, unlimited Performance List storage, and more from convenient USB memory
XLR mic input with dedicated reverb effect; composite video output for displaying lyrics and photos

Compatible with Apple iOS devices via Roland Wireless Connect; supports USB connection to iPad with Apple’s iPad Camera Connection Kit

Free iOS apps include BK Partner, Lyrics Viewer, Air Recorder, and more"

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Last Day of Malekko Raffle to Support Muffwiggler

This is just a reminder that today is the last day to enter the Malekko for Muffs raffle. The drawing will be held tomorrow.  You'll find the details here.

Roland TB-303 Bassline Synthesizer SN 220700

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Arp Odyssey + Roland TR 606

Arp Odyssey (for sale) + Roland TR 606

Published on Apr 3, 2013 syncelectro·15 videos
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Arp Odysseys on eBay

Friday Afternoon DSI Office Jam & Tempest Demo at Robotspeak

Published on Apr 3, 2013 carsonday303·48 videos

Modular: Mark Kono & Tracy Wadley
Prophet 5: Matia Simovich
Poly Evolver: Carson Day
Prophet 12: Kurt Kurasaki

Tempest Demo at Robotspeak with Dave Smith and Roger Linn

Published on Apr 3, 2013 carsonday303·48 videos

"A brief video of my Tempest demo at Robotspeak alongside Dave Smith and Roger Linn."

Metasonix TM-1 tube waveshaper ring mod distortion pedal

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"Available here is the one-and-only Metasonix TM-1 vacuum tube waveshaper, ringmod, and distortion pedal/desk top signal processor in excellent condition. Metasonix have built their reputation on the uniqueness of their products and this pedal is a fine example. You simply will not hear other signal processors create a similar flavor of squelchy, gritty, nasty, obnoxious, scrunchy, squealy, boisterous sounds that this unit can do. It uses vacuum tubes in a totally original way. But despite the noisiness of it's character it's still very alluring to listen to. It's got an organic feel to the distortion (for lack of a better term).

The TM-1 is one of the early model pedals and is extremely difficult to come by these days. It's rapidly becoming a collector's item. I bought this one second hand from Analogue Haven years ago and it has lived on the desktop in my smoke free home studio ever since. This particular unit does have four tiny screw holes in the front corners of the case that can be seen in the pictures. I don't know what their purpose was but they don't effect the usability of the pedal in any way...

From the manufacturer:

"VERY WEIRD AND WONDERFUL ! " is how one of our customers described this unit. If you are the type who likes things that are different , the Metasonix TM-1 may be just what you have been searching for. With its all vacuum tube circuit, there is no mistaking the sound of the TM-1 with any other device.

Metasonix took the basic circuit of their award-winning TS-21 Hellfire Modulator, and added the world's first vacuum tube audio ring modulator. The result is a new sound-effects device in a small, economical package. The sound is totally unique, powerful and distinctive. Use it as a stand-alone effects box, or mount it in a modular synth with the optional TM-D or TM-M kit.

The pentode preamp gives gain and distortion; the pulser injects small pulses on top of the signal; and the beam tube gives both wavefolding and ring modulation (carrier provided by an internal wide-range oscillator, or inject your own carrier signal). The TM-1 can also be used as a self-contained pseudorandom signal generator, by patching its output back to its input. You've read about "strange attractors" and other chaotic sound generation techniques? The TM-1 is the first all-tube chaotic sound generator. The results must be heard to be believed!

Frequency response: less than 10 Hz to greater than 40 kHz
Distortion: from less than 0.1% to 100%, depending on control settings and input waveform
Hum and noise: less than 0.5 mV
Power input: 10 - 12 volts AC, 50/60 Hz, 0.8 amp at idle
Inputs: phone jacks for audio input; optional inputs for beam-tube CV, VCA CV, and ring-modulator external carrier (requires at least 20v p-p signal for full effect)Output: audio (mono)
Dimensions: 7 1/2" (192mm) x 4 3/8" (112mm) x 3" (77mm)
Weight (not including accessories): 5 pounds (2.2 kg)"