TTSH ARP 2600 clone first test

Published on Apr 3, 2014 Stephen Drake·41 videos

"This is just a quick and dirty test video I made when I first got everything running. Sorry about the lousy camera video, and the speakers don't have baffles or a cabinet so they sound pretty thin. The reverb tank still isn't hooked up, nothing is calibrated, no keyboard is attached, no patch cables used, and I know next to nothing about this synth so this is pretty lame. Hopefully I'll make a better video once everything is finished."

Nine Inch Nails - Copy Of A [NerWraK Hardware Remix]

Published on Apr 3, 2014 Calle Nilsson·46 videos

"Remake of Nine Inch Nails - Copy Of A using only hardware synthesizers and drum machine.
Roland Aira TR-8, Elektron Analog Four, Cyclone TT-303."

Apache Sequence - Elektron OT/A4 + Microbrute/Minitaur CV jam

Published on Apr 3, 2014 Navaneethan Sivabalaviknarajah·8 videos

"Performed and recorded live with no external effects, mastering etc by Navaneethan Sivabalaviknarajah.

Moog Minitaur + Arturia Microbrute CV sequenced + chorus/reverb from Elektron Analog Four & mixed by Elektron Octatrack. OT playing sampled percussion sounds and A4 playing synth sounds.

www.nirun.ca"

Creating more textured drum loops using Vio and Audiobus 2

Published on Apr 3, 2014 VioApp·11 videos

"Using Vio as an effect in the new Audiobus 2 we create more textured DM1 drum loops."

iTunes: Vio - Boon, LLC | DM1 - The Drum Machine - Fingerlab | Audiobus - Audiobus Pty Ltd

Delta Lab Effectron JR 1050 + Dave Smith Instruments Poly Evolver

Published on Apr 3, 2014 LESINDES·164 videos

"Stunning combination. I was quite surprised how strong the EFFECTRON JR was affecting the per se rich sound of the POLY EVOLVER!!!! The internal delays of the POLY EVOLVER were switched off. The delay FX you hera in the video and that is creating this scent of ambient are only produced by the fabulous DELTA LAB EFFECTRON JR."

Improvisation on Volcas and Monotribe 6

Published on Apr 3, 2014 meisterjaan·54 videos

"In the middle of the clip my wife called but I kept playing anyway and later covered the empty space with some random videos.

Korg Volca Beats
Korg Volca Keys
Korg Monotribe
EHX Memory Boy deluxe analog delay
Korg Kaoss Pad (a bit of reverb)

Recorded stereo out from the mixer"

Sound Master SR-88 mod Modularized Mutable instruments Grids + maths envelopes part 2

Published on Apr 3, 2014 heodesalciphron·202 videos

"modified SR88 analog drum 70' like drived by the modular"

Part 1 here.

WaveStation Impro

Published on Apr 3, 2014 StudioF·87 videos

"Korg Wavestation improvisation.
Enjoy..."

Practical Electronics P.E. Sound Synthesiser

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Here's something you don't see every day. A completed Practical Electronics P.E. Sound Synthesiser. There is only one previous post with an image of the Practical Electronics magazine cover here. See the Practical Electronics channel for more.

"1973 Practical Electronics P.E. Sound Synthesiser

This is a modular analogue synthesiser and controller keyboard (actually a second modular synth in its own right) that was built from a design published in 1973 in the UK magazine Practical Electronics. This is the only one I have ever seen and is possibly the only surviving example.

The design was by G.D Shaw who later designed the Minisonic synthesiser. I think it is fair to say that the design was greatly influenced by the EMS Synthi in both functionality and controls (and sound I have heard). It was also the first magazine DIY synth published in the UK at least.

The Synthesiser is in two parts - a rack unit with the main sound modules (oscillators, amplifiers, tone filters, sample & hold, ring modulator, spring reverb, meter etc) and a separate controller keyboard with extra functionality (oscillator, VCF etc)

This example (the main rack unit) was built exactly to the published specification as far as I can tell and was completed to a very high standard (I would describe it as 'laboratory grade' construction). It features hand wired circuit boards (as per the published design and layouts) that plug in to a 'backplane' so it is a truly modular synth. All patching is done by 2mm plugs on the front panel, original patch cables are included.

The rack unit has a good range of modules included. Here is a complete list -

Stabilised Power Supply
2 x Input Amplifiers
2 x V.C. Modulators (Ramp & Pulse Generators)
2 x V.C. Oscillators (Triangle & Square Waves)
2 x Output Amplifiers
Reverberation Amplifier & Spring Line
Ring Modulator
2-Band Tone Filter
Envelope Shaper (Incl. Trapezoid)
Noise Generator
Sample & Hold
Differential Amplifier
Inverter
Analogue Meter

Quite a good specification!

The keyboard controller design was modified somewhat by the original builder to incorporate extra features (VCF, Joystick controller and extra oscillator I think) but crucially this part of the project was never completed, though all the parts are there, including completed PCB's, control panel, keybed, wooden casing and design notes etc.

The Synthesiser comes with full original documentation, including a full set of original magazines, all instructions supplied with the original kit parts, also many handwritten notes by the original builder detailing his modifications. Also included is a box full of many original spare components, patch cables, interface cable (for the keyboard I think) and other parts.

I bought this several years ago from the original constructor, I was told then that the main rack was fully functioning but had not been used for a long time, and that the keyboard was unfinished. Preliminary tests at the time showed that it powered up and some of the modules worked, but it would need some attention (I suspect the backplane plugs and sockets all need a good clean). I put it on my list of projects to do, but unfortunately I have never been able to get around to it. I have therefore reluctantly decided to pass it on to someone who can, as it is unlikely that I will ever have the time now. So, be prepared, this instrument will require a bit of time and effort to restore it to full operation. At the very least, I would recommend a complete inspection and overhaul of the main unit by a professional synth tech.

I imagine that this unit will appeal mainly to collectors, or those interested in the DIY synths of the 70's and 80's (as I am) I believe it has the potential to compete with an instrument like the EMS VCS3, which it was clearly inspired by.

Note that there is now very little information out there about this design. I have never seen another complete unit anywhere online or on youtube for example, apart from the original designers website (which is now sadly gone) and a couple of brief mentions on Matrixsynth from others who had built them (but no mention if the units still exist)

I think there is a fair chance that this may be the only surviving example, in which case you are looking at a truly unique piece of synthesiser history. I would be very interested to hear from anyone who has one though.

This is a big, heavy item and will require careful packing and shipping arrangements. I will ship worldwide, exact cost to be determined at the time and depending on location, but I expect it could cost up to £250 to ship to some locations (but probably a lot less, I will only charge at cost) I have put an extended dispatch time on this listing just so I have plenty of time to pack and arrange things properly, but I will try to send it at the earliest opportunity. Local pickup is also possible by arrangement.

Please Check out my other items! and Thanks for looking."

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Circuit Bent Video Synth -Dr Bleep (Gieskes) HSS3jb

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"Hss3jb by Gieskes and Dr Bleep.
Rare- sold out
Perfect condition. Does not include adapter.

Has internal sounds or can be used with external input.
I used it to run my keyboards through so that when I played notes it would change the video output.

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external input video

from the interwebs....................
The Hard Soft Synth 3jb is the new audio / video synthesizer by noisemaker extraordinaire, Gieskes.

It features 15 modes of audio/video excellence, each with 4-5 variables of control. There are also 8 video-only modes designed for use with the trigger and audio inputs. An adjustable analog filter keeps everything smooth (or as gnarly as you’d like).

The HSS3jb can produce all the same audio and video as the HSS3i, but it adds many more color options and controls as well as a more stable and and colorful video output.

- 15 audio+video modes and 8 video-only modes.
- RCA, S-video, and VGA video out.
- Audio, IR, and trigger input as well as trigger out. IR with Handmade Music Austin or Gieskes devices,
hook it up to a modular via trigger or use the audio input to control the sounds and video of the HSS3i.
- Analog low-pass filter controlled via photocell.
- MIDI input controls device parameters.
- Circuit bending, color switching, fade, and individual color controls for video.
- New enclosure and more compact design (5.5″ x 3.5″ x 2.5″).
- Outputs NTSC and PAL"