Boucle Technoïde #9 - another dumby loop

Published on Mar 29, 2015 modularsquare

"Impro 100% modular synth.
No FX, no computer, no editing = fun.

Sounds : Basimilus Iteritas + ShapeShipfter + Radio Music
Sequencers: Voltage Multistage + Double Pressure Points + uStep
Rythm : BD808 + Drum 05

You will find this stuff here : http://www.modularsquare.com

Nous somme Modularsquare, une boutique d'instruments électroniques spécialisée dans les synthétiseurs modulaires, et une communauté d'artistes.

Notre blog : http://www.modularsquare.com/blog
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Borderlands Granular V2 New Features Overview

Borderlands Granular V2 New Features Overview from Christopher Carlson on Vimeo.

iTunes: Borderlands Granular - Chris Carlson

borderlands-granular.com

Twitter: @BorderlandsiPad
Instagram: borderlands_granular

"Borderlands Granular is a new musical instrument for exploring, touching, and transforming sound with granular synthesis, a technique that involves the superposition of small fragments of sound, or grains, to create complex, evolving timbres and textures.

The software enables flexible, real-time improvisation and is designed to support interaction with sonic material on a fundamental level. The user is envisioned as an organizer of sound, simultaneously assuming the roles of curator, performer, and listener. Gestural interaction and visual feedback are emphasized over knobs and sliders to encourage a sculptural approach to making music.

Create, drag, and throw pulsing collections of grains over a landscape of resizable audio files, dynamically and polyphonically sampling the waveforms beneath your fingertips. The iPad's built-in accelerometer may also be employed to shape sound with gravity.

Borderlands comes ready to play with default sample content included, but you may also load and export your own sounds via Audiobus, AudioShare, and real time input from the mic or external audio interfaces. Recordings made within the app may be imported on the fly for layers-upon-layers of granulation.

It is also possible to improvise alongside the app - touches and parameters may be recorded, looped, stored, and duplicated. Entire configurations of clouds, sounds, and automation can be saved into presets, or 'scenes,' that may be recalled at a later time, allowing Borderlands to seamlessly transition between the studio and the stage."

Custom Modular "Littlebits" Suitcase Synthesizer Demo...

Published on Mar 29, 2015 Jay Tausig

littleBits synth kits on eBay

"I built this suitcase synth in only a few days using 3 littlebits synth kits and various add ons (oscillators, inverters etc.) ...here's a demo, also being used is the "MFOS Noise Toaster" up on top part of the case...audio is from the camera only, speakers built into the case are JBL's... a total of 11 oscillators, 55 Knobs, switches and patches, and completely....modular."

Volca Sample #2 - Mirabeau (Aoki Takamasa)

Published on Mar 29, 2015 millolab

"i loaded some custom samples in my Volca and i tried to replicate somehow "Mirabeau" by Aoki Takamsa. Of course i was not able to reach the level of complexity of the original, but this little toy handled the job pretty well. Super Fun."

Korg Volcas on eBay

severence // twinpeak patch IV

Published on Mar 29, 2015 severence

"// early experiments with the epoch modular twinpeak protoype"

All parts here.

ARP Odyssey: filters (part 1)

Published on Mar 29, 2015 QuirqUK

"Demonstration of the sound and functionality of an ARP Odyssey II synthesizer from the 1970s, looking at the filters.

This video explores the sound of the low-pass voltage-controlled filter (VCF). Being a model 2811 Odyssey II, the filter is the 4075, ARP-design (i.e. non-patent infringing) 4-pole type.

The Odyssey is recorded direct with no pre- or post-processing."

All parts here.

little synth party in MEM

Published on Mar 29, 2015 Alexey Taber

le tarsier - kralc (elektron analog keys + strymon bigsky + moog minitaur)

Published on Mar 29, 2015 Axel Rigaud

"Cette vidéo traite de la 3e project"

Nina's robotic noodle

Published on Mar 29, 2015 Transistor Sounds Labs

"A cover of an old favourite. :)"

Befaco Workshops

If you are interested in setting up a DIY workshop in your city or event, Befaco has you covered. Here are the details on their workshops via the Befaco workshop page (or you can contact them directly here):

"Our workshops consist of a working group in which each makes its own complete machine or some modules for a existing machine.

They are free workshops in the sense that everyone works at their own pace in the module you want from those available at that time.

In each workshop you will receive a kit with a step by step manual and all necessary parts .

You do not need any experience in electronics and we started from scratch , teaching welding and follow the manual like a sort of electronic puzzle .

FAQ:
- Do we need knowledge of electronics?

No. It starts from absolute zero , even if it is good before going to the shop to try to read a little about it and be patient . Note that a modular synth is not a “Just one weekend project”

- What modules should I choose?

This depends on each.

Basic modules that everyone will need are the power supply, Power bus and the output module and from there … well all depends if you already have a system to which you want to add modules or want to start to make you one

- How many modules I can make in one workshop?

A normal rate , you can mount one or maybe two workshop modules , depending on their complexity and your experience / skill. If you want to do more modules and do not want to wait for the next workshop you can buy kits to continue working at home, and bring them to you to test at the next workshop .

- How many seats are in each workshop and how can I reserve one?

When booking the place will have to reserve the kit or kits you want to build .
The reservation is made through this mail. (Remember to indicate on what city is the workshop you like)

- Case / rack for modules is supplied ?

Currently we have two models of Cabinet/rack and a starter kit including box, power supply and power bus .

Also if you want to hop a box on your own, we have aluminium rails and other hardware necessary to place the modules in it and can advise on how to build a box according to your idea.

- Will I need to bring tools ?

Ideally bring pen, multimeter and a decent soldering iron.

If you don’t have these tools we can borrow some during the workshop.

- How much is the workshop? The price of the workshop is included in the price of the modules that you supply . This price varies from city to city depending on the cost of travel and accommodation as well as the conditions that contribute to host the workshop in each case.

If you want to check the price of a particular city please contact us

- What if the modules do not work? - How many workshops are enough to learn how to build synthesizers ? say that three lifetimes are not enough, but you’ll learn enough to distinguish components , soldering, printed circuits and understand the basics (and you will build your own modules is clear ) . The workshops are resolved and raise questions but if you want to pursue the subject will have to jump completely in to it and putting in hours on your own. - Would it be possible that workshops in my city? It is possible if you can find enough people to make it worth going (about 15 people). We are open to suggestions so if you want to organize a workshop in your city please contact us."