Dave Smith Instruments - Pro2 [the expedition]

Published on Sep 19, 2014 Trooper Starship

"...meanwhile i am still waiting for the Sub37 i made another track, again only with the Pro2 and the TR8"

Dave Smith Pro 2s on eBay | Aira's on eBay

1970's Polymoog 280A and Dynacord DRS-78 reverb

Published on Sep 19, 2014 SPFXsynthesisers

"Random doodling on a 280a connected to a Dynacord digital reverb system and connected to camera audio input (hence grainy audio quality).
Just going through the presets and controls and playing random stuff to demo the sounds.
Dynacord Reverb is a bit noisy/hissy."

Modular vid #189

Published on Sep 19, 2014 Phisynth

"The Serge & BugBrand Modulars controlled by Ableton Live through Expert Sleepers ES-3 & 5"

Dave Smith Instruments DSM01 Curtis Analog Filter and VCA

Published on Sep 19, 2014 darksideothetune

"A quick run through with a PWM'd pulse wave."

RECO-SYNTHS - MIDI + MPC

RECO-SYNTHS - MIDI + MPC from arthur joly on Vimeo.

"MPC2500 controlling modular synths"

Jomox MBase 11 Analog Bass Drum Synthesizer

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Custom MIDI Controller in Atari 1040ST Case & Yamaha YM2149 Mini Synth

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Update: you can find additional pics and details at http://eptheca.net/.

This is the one in the video posted here. The Mini Synth is listed separately here. Details & pics captured further below.

"This is a unique custom MIDI controller

It is a M-Audio Oxygen 25, cased in an Atari 1040 STf computer case.
All function keys mapped to the numeric keys.
25 keys, 8 pots, pitch bend and mod wheel.
USB socket on the back.

Dimensions: 19x11,5x3 inches"

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Custom Chip Synth, SEGA GENMDM

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Video at the auction posted here.

"This is a very unique Chip Synth

It is a SEGA Mega Drive (Genesis) modified with a built in MIDI interface (USB) and a cartridge with GENMDM.

The MIDI interface and GENMDM cart is created by Little Scale
http://little-scale.com/
http://little-scale.blogspot.no/

It is an incredible FM synthesizer engine for the YAMAHA YM2612 FM and TI SN76489 chips inside the SEGA
Through the interface and cart, you get access to 6 FM , 3 square wave and 1 noise channels.
He has made several Max 4 Live patches, that makes it very easy to use with Ableton Live, but also standalone apps to use with other DAW's

The SEGA itself is a Mega Drive 1, with VA3 motherboard and discrete chips.
It's a PAL version, and No TMSS.
Most experts will agree that this is the SEGA with the best sound.

In addition to the MIDI interface, the SEGA has been modified with:
USB
Composite Video, RCA
Stereo sound, RCA
Blue LED ;)

The listing includes:
1 SEGA Mega Drive console
1 GENMDM cartridge
1 RCA Audio/Video cable
1 Power supply

The power supply is a European 220V / 50Hz to 10V DC 1,2A
For use in UK, use a standard euro to UK adapter
For use in US, you will have to get a SEGA power supply, or any 10V DC 1,2A power supply."

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MMTA Synth Petting Zoo One Week Away! - Decibel Festival 2014 Site Walk Through

Decibel Festival 2014 Site Walk Through from Decibel Festival on Vimeo.

This year's MMTA Synth Petting Zoo is only a week away on Saturday September 27! It is free and will be part of the Decibel Festival, and will be held at the EMP. Full details in this post.

Twisted Electrons Announce TherapSid - C64 SID HARDWARE SYNTH

Twisted Electrons TherapSid Synth Demo - C64 SID SYNTH

Published on Sep 19, 2014 Twisted Electrons

"Overview: presets - lfo - step mod - ipad app"

"SID under full control
Named after a vicious dinosaur, its sound is no less aggressive.
TherapSid has evolved to create roaring noises that will cut through your mix like razor-sharp claws through a mammoth steak.
So why do you need another synth, since they already take 90% of the space in your room and your girlfriend keeps complaining about it?

Well, what sets TherapSid apart from other SID based synths is its focus on control. Instead of getting confused by lcds and damaging your eyesight trying to read tiny sub menu fonts, this instrument features no less than 35 knobs and 31 buttons to give you full power over your sound.

However, TherapSid also has it’s own iPad app allowing touchscreen control.

As with all our boutique instruments, TherapSid is lovingly handcrafted in the south of France and features a backlit front panel, walnut side-panels and comes with 100 presets to get you started. You can assign LFOs to knobs with one push of a button or sequence “snapshots” of knob positions using the flexible 16 step sequencer, enough to keep you busy until the next ice age.

TherapSid is available either with pre-installed and tested 6581 or without SID (if you already have your own).

We have a very limited stock of 6581 SIDS so don’t wait until they go extinct and order yours right now!

TherapSid is compatible with all variations of the SID chip including 6581, 8550 (6582) & Swinsid and it is simple to install your own.

The unit is configured to provide the correct voltages and the necessary filter capacitors for both generations are included.

FEATURES
-Compatible with all SIDS

-3 Oscillators, 4 waveforms per osc.

-Multimode Filter

-35 Knobs

-31 Buttons

-SID pcb isolated from main pcb (less noise)

-Switched audio input for running signals through the filter!

-100 Presets

-3 Lfos: 4 waveforms, 12 target knobs

-16 Step Modulator: sequence up to 20 knob positions, per step in a snap!
Also modulate Ring Mod, Sync and Waveform for all voices.

-Pedal Glide: enable/disable glide with the sustain pedal

-Compatible with our free iPad app (pending app store approval)

-Fully midi automated (see midi spec. chart in manual)

-Future proof: Firmware updates via sysex"

http://twisted-electrons.com/therapSid/