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KOUSHION PADS for iOS V 1.2

What's New in Version 1.2:

* Fixed a bug with the "Apply to All" channel button
* Added a tutorial screen
*Added a feedback button, so that customers can easily report issues from within the app"

App details:

Pad-based controllers such as the MPC have become a ubiquitous fixture in electronic music setups worldwide. So, why would you want another? Koushion: MIDI Pads adds a new twist to the popular controller by adding a key lock feature and programmable pads.

The key lock feature empowers you to improvise with a larger range of pitches by removing those that are not in the desired key. If locking yourself to one key sounds a bit too limiting, but you want to reach a few notes that are out of the 16-pad range, or even if you just want a custom controller layout, each pad can be edited independently to trigger a different note. Once you've found a custom layout that you like, you can easily save it for future use.

**NOTE: Pads only generates MIDI (NOT audio), and therefore will not work in the background. Pads does work with background audio apps via virtual MIDI.

**Windows Users: A third party has developed a CoreMIDI network driver for Windows called rtpMIDI, which will allow you to use Koushion: Pads wirelessly with your PC. You can download rtpMIDI here: http://www.tobias-erichsen.de/rtpMIDI.html

Key Features:
* 16 easy-to-tap pads in a familiar MPC-style layout
* Key lock: with the flick of a finger, you can lock the pads to any major, minor, or pentatonic scale
* Programmable layout: every pad can be re-assigned to any MIDI note/channel
* Automatic integration with other apps via CoreMIDI virtual ports. Open up a synth in the background and Koushion: Pads will trigger the notes!

Connectivity:
Pads connects to your existing MIDI hardware via the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit or the iRig MIDI from IK Multimedia. Wireless connectivity via CoreMIDI Network Sessions.

**NOTE: Using WiFi may cause latency issues. We strongly recommend using cables for optimum performance.

iTunes:
Koushion: MIDI Pads - Kudzu Creative Group
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toddler vs. Buchla Music Easel

Published on Apr 9, 2013 intellijel·16 videos

"Lucky two year old gets to play with a ultra rare original Buchla Music Easel!"

Simmons CLAP TRAP

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Control Event: An Evening with ALM Busy Circuits

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Wednesday April 10th, 6-8PM.

MOOG MIDIMOOG SN 1496

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"This is an early version of the Midimoog made by Studio Electronics.. this one uses an original minimoog d boards (the old osc board) and filter. It sounds really great.. Basically a minimoog in a rack with a bunch of features you don't get in the original like osc sync, multi-triggering, velocity/aftertouch routing etc. The best of both worlds between the real vintage minimoog sound, and features that bring it into modern times."

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Bleepdrum Euro Rack Prototype

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5U 4ms Rotating Clock Divider and Shuffling Clock Multiplier

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"Anyone here want a 5U 4ms Rotating Clock Divider and Shuffling Clock Multiplier? Hit Anthony Drisko Norton from Analog Craftsman he is doing a small run of these. I personally cannot wait these are pieces that were really needed in 5U."

From Tony "There will be a button, like on ARCADE, to activate the reset on the RCD. The clock inputs will be normaled with a switching jack so one clock input can control both sides. Inserting a second clock will break the normalization. I can normalize the rotate input, too, if you desire."

$400

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Handmade Analog Synth with Light Bulb Strobe

Published on Apr 9, 2013 Kyle Evans·110 videos

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"This is a very unique handmade analog synth with a circuit bent sound. In addition to the 4 photocells that modulate 2 oscillators depending on light, there is a built-in light bulb socket with strobe control and dimmer. The light can be adjusted from always on to rapid fire strobing effects, giving the possibility for drone or rhythmic control. This thing has a very wide range of potential sounds and the strobe adds another level making this a head spinning audio/visual performance instrument. Awesome for studio of live. The synth is housed in a very old card catalog metal case and has been fitted with a custom wood insert to house the controls and light socket. Using different light bulbs gives very different results; traditional incandescent bulbs have a smoother on/off switching and more control over brightness adjustment with the dimmer, while compact florescent bulbs have a sharp and stuttery on/off switching and a glitchy polyrhythmic reaction to the dimmer. Experiment with all different kinds! Process the sounds through effects like reverb, delays, filters, or distortion for even more crazy possibilities.

NOTE: This synth does NOT come with a bulb, but any standard sized light bulb will work. You can find the cool classic style bulbs at hardware stores like Home Depot or Lowes."

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Polivoks - Russian Analog Synth From the 80's Demo

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"Here is a demo I made of my Polivoks before selling on ebay to demonstrate the functionality. You can also get a feel for the sound, as I have recorded the audio discretely. No effects, compression, or reverb, AS ALL GEAR DEMO'S SHOULD BE"

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"For sale: recently serviced and upgraded Formanta Polivoks analog mono synth.

This synth works perfectly and has been professionally tuned and calibrated. While it was in the shop, I also had them put in a typical US power supply and 3 prong IEC power cable. The 200V transformer will be included in the sale. It has also been given the CV/Gate update so you can use it with CV converter. The back plate, which covers the CV/gate mod, will be included. It has been tuned here, but it may need tuning when it arrives safely at your home. The outer shell will come with this, but it is not as pristine as the keyboard is. It will ship in its protective case though. There were a few opamps that were replaced, as the noise wasn't working well. Also, OSC2 had issues with the Saw/Tri wave. This was fixed with parts close enough to the original specs. The only issue with the keyboard is that when left on longer than about 20 hours, it doesn't make a sound anymore. Turning it off and on again brings it right back though, so I don't consider this a real issue.

This Polivoks, unlike most I've seen, has still got nearly white keys. A lot of the older ones have yellowed keys. Cosmetically, I would give this an 8 out of 10, for minor dings and scratches, but everything is intact and works perfectly. This is one of the few of these that has made it stateside and is in this condition. As you can see and hear, it sounds like a monster, unlike any synth I've ever had--- and I've had most of them!"