7 Minutes with an Ipad Synth - MorphWiz

Published on Apr 13, 2015 Synth Anatomy

"This week MorphWiz. The synthesizer app from Jordan Rudess"

iTunes: MorphWiz - Wizdom Music LLC

SPACE Ep 3: LANDING (TB3, microBrute, ER-1,Volcas, mkp2, TCE halloffame, HMX Cathedral)

Published on Apr 13, 2015 Chocolate Pulp

"This is the third episode of a serie that began with a Microbrute patch. My friend Arrayzable made a song called SPACE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21jfs... and Micro Banshee had the brilliant idea of making the second chapter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oF_69... and asked for someone to make another one.I decided to make the episode when the starship lands in the destination planet.
Editing the video, decided to add some NASA samples.
https://soundcloud.com/nasa
Hope u like and have fun like I have making the track :)
Arrayzable channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaT9...
Micro Banshee channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtJm...
Gear:
Roland Aira TB3
Arturia Microbrute
Korg Electribe ER-1
Korg Volca Bass
Korg Volca Keys
Korg minikaosspad 2
ElectroHarmonix Cathedral Stereo Reverb
TC Electronic Hall of Fame reverb"

Faxi Nadu - Mode Machines Wasp Filter Review & Demo

Published on Apr 13, 2015 Faxi Nadu

DSI Prophet 12 Sound Design How-To: "Chariot Swell" patch

Published on Apr 13, 2015 stereospread

"This is our first video demonstrating sound design concepts on the Prophet 12. Sorry the screen did not turn out clear, but the patch parameters are pasted below for your convenience. We will work on improving the video clarity for the next video. We will be releasing a series of free sound banks for the Prophet 12, Pro 2, and Sub37 in the coming months.

www.stereospread.com

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DSI Prophet 12 - "Chariot Swell" patch by Stererospread

Oscillator 1 - sine wave (synced)
Pitch E3
Slop 6

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Pittsburgh Modular Officially Announces Modular Effects Pedals

You saw the teaser pics here. The following is the official press release:

"Pittsburgh Modular makes modular effects pedals dream come true at Musikmesse 2015

PITTSBURGH, PA, USA: modern, fully-patchable, modular synthesizers and accessories manufacturer Pittsburgh Modular is proud to launch its Patch Box line of modular effects pedals — redefining both modular synthesis and the venerable stomp box by creating unique patchable effects units for guitarists and keyboardists — at Musikmesse 2015, January 15-18 in Frankfurt, Germany...

In a seismic shift in the definition of what a modular synthesizer can be, Pittsburgh Modular’s Patch Box redefines modular synthesis around the venerable stomp box by creating a monster performance device for guitarists and keyboardists alike — a patchable, modular system designed to handle anything. As a playground for unrestricted creativity, the Patch Box is a fully-patchable, customisable performance pedal enclosure. Its open architecture allows users to create unique effects unattainable with standard, fixed-signal path guitar effects. The Patch Box is not just another empty Eurorack case, however. Rather it can be packed to the gills with the functionality of (up to) five highly-tuned modules integrated into a heavy-duty steel enclosure that’s as road-ready as it is ready to use.

To protect the tone of user instruments, thoughtfully the Patch Box features a true BYPASS and a unique preamp with extremely high headroom in addition to a pair of fully-buffered outputs. Custom-engineered soft-limiting circuitry built into the preamp adds character without unwanted noise at higher gain settings. Said preamp has dual, buffered outputs to allow for complex signal routing, but for patching a single modulation or audio source into two destinations, the patchable signal splitter is a perfect solution. Also known as a MULTIPLE, the signal splitter has one input and two outputs, allowing any signal to be routed to two destinations.

Dual, assignable expression pedal INPUTS allow the Patch Box to easily integrate third-party expression pedals anywhere into the signal path to allow for realtime foot control of any voltage-controllable parameter or split the signal from the foot controller to control two parameters at once. Dual, assignable A/B foot switches — SWITCH 1 and SWITCH 2 — expand signal routing options. Perfect for use as on/off switches or to flip between two signals, the foot switches can be patched up to enable/disable individual modules or route audio and control voltages. Try patching a modulation source, such as an LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator) or external expression pedal, through the foot switch to enable or disable the modulation while playing. Patch the outputs of two effects into one of the foot switches to bounce between effects. With two independent, patchable foot switches to play with, there are countless options for realtime signal routing. The last stage of the Patch Box signal path is a master OUTPUT level control. Adjust the output signal level to connect with a wide range of devices.

Furthering flexibility, the Patch Box is available as an empty case, ready and waiting for user-customisation, courtesy of an ever-increasing selection of Pittsburgh Modular, Dwarfcraft Devices, or other compatible Eurorack-format modules. Meanwhile, the Patch Box is also available in a number of preconfigured so-called Complete and Core effects systems that highlight the wide range of Pittsburgh Modular and Dwarfcraft Devices effects modules — from stunning filters to character-rich analogue delays, sweeping phase shifters to nasty distortion, and much more besides... all are available to interact with and manipulate in entirely new ways! Why don’t we take a closer look at what’s on offer?

Being billed as “A Modular Exploration of Time and Space,” Time Box Complete comes complete with a Patch Box enclosure, Analog Replicator (wide-range analogue delay module), Reverb (voltage-controlled digital reverb module), Lopass Gate (integrated lowpass filter, VCA, and lowpass gate module), LFO2 (dual modulation source module), and Multiple (dual passive signal splitter), plus a 12-pack of patch cables from premier Eurorack modular synthesizer accessory specialist Nazca Audio. Alternatively, Time Box Core comprises Patch Box-housed Analog Replicator and LFO2 modules, plus a six-pack of Nazca Audio patch cables.

Next up, Filter Box Complete makes modular filtering and signal-crushing downsampling a flexible musical experience, thanks to a Patch Box-housed Filter (multimode state variable filter module), Lopass Gate, Crush (analogue downsampling module), Follow (envelope follower module), LFO2, and Multiple, plus a 12-pack of Nazca Audio patch cables. ‘Downsizing’ somewhat, Filter Box Core offers filter sweeps courtesy of a Patch Box-housed Filter, Follow, and LFO2 modules, plus a six-pack of Nazca Audio patch cables.

Phase Box Complete comes complete with a Patch Box enclosure preconfigured with a Phase Shifter (16-stage analogue phase shifter module), Lopass Gate, LFO2, and Multiple, plus a 12-pack of Nazca Audio patch cables. Phase Box Core makes massive liquid simplicity reality with Patch Box- housed Phase Shifter and LFO2 modules, plus a six-pack of Nazca Audio patch cables.

A collaboration with Eau Claire, WI, USA-based handmade effects pedals and synthesizers specialist Dwarfcraft Devices, Dwarf Box Complete celebrates this partner company’s expertise in sonic destruction by partnering up their Big Distortion Sound Machine (parallel distortion module with two distinctly different fuzz flavours) with Pittsburgh Modular’s Filter, Chain Reactor (quadraphonic, voltage-influenced chaotic waveform generator), and Toolbox (multi-purpose slew, noise, sample & hold, and inverter) modules in a Patch Box enclosure, plus a 12-pack of Nazca Audio patch cables. Coming full circle, those favouring a more streamlined approach to a destructive palette could consider the Dwarf Box Core, comprising Patch Box- housed Big Distortion Sound Machine and LFO2 modules, plus a six-pack of Nazca Audio patch cables.

There it is, then. Nine new products, no less — Patch Box enclosure, available without any modules, and two sets of four preconfigured systems, each offered as a Complete system, full of modules, or as a Core system, partially filled with room for additional modules. Pittsburgh Audio has truly made the dream of modular effects pedals come true. They will all be being demoed and displayed in Hall 5.1, Stand C53 at Musikmesse 2015, April 15-18 in Frankfurt, Germany. Come check them out!


The Patch Box modular Eurorack performance pedal enclosure will be available to purchase from Pittsburgh Audio’s authorised dealer network in May 2015 at a suggested retail price of $349.00 USD.

Time Box Complete will be available in June 2015 at a suggested retail price of $1,199.00 USD; Time Box Core will be available in May 2015 at a suggested retail price of $779.00 USD.

Filter Box Complete will be available in June 2015 at a suggested retail price of $1,149.00 USD; Filter Box Core will be available in May 2015 at a suggested retail price of $739.00 USD.

Phase Box Complete will be available in June 2015 at a suggested retail price of $1,029.00 USD; Phase Box Core will be available in May 2015 at a suggested retail price of $799.00 USD.

Dwarf Box Complete will be available in June 2015 at a suggested retail price of $1,199.00 USD; Dwarf Box Core will be available in May 2015 at a suggested retail price of $689.00 USD.

For more detailed information, please visit the Patch Box product webpage from here: http://www.pittsburghmodular.com"

Novation // Olafur Arnalds & the Bass Station II

Published on Apr 13, 2015 NovationTV

"Ólafur Arnalds is a multi-instrumentalist songwriter/producer whose music spans popular, electronic and classical music. He uses Novation Bass Station II for its sub-bass tones, because, he explains, “it stays really on point and in tune, and it doesn’t give us any troubles”. He has numerous projects, including the techno duo Kiasmos, and also wrote the music for the TV show Broadchurch, which is made magical by its dramatic combination of visuals and music. We made this video with Ólafur and his band in the middle of his 2015 tour, where he played in the British coastal town of Bridport, where Broadchurch is set.

Read our full article:
http://www.novationmusic.com/communit..."

Q960 Sequencer SEPARTING GATES FROM THE Q963 TRIGGER BUS tutorial - Synthesizers.com

Published on Apr 13, 2015 synthesizersdotcom

"Adjacent gates combined with the Q963 Trigger Bus module become one long gate. This shows how to make distinct gates."

synthesizers.com

Bat Meter tour - Synthesizers.com

Published on Apr 13, 2015 synthesizersdotcom

"The Bat Meter is a custom module I use for tutorials to show voltage levels."

synthesizers.com

Sputnik Oscillator waveform overview eurorack

Published on Apr 13, 2015 bigcitymusic

"A simple demonstration of the eurorack Sputnik Oscillator waveform outputs.
White Noise and a Sine Wave are used for FM.

http://bigcitymusic.com/Sputnik-Oscil..."

Clavia Announces New Nord Stage 2 EX

"Press Release, Stockholm 13-04-2015

The Nord Stage 2 EX updates our award-winning Nord Stage 2 instrument line with 1 GB memory for the Nord Piano Library and a new ultra lightweight Hammer Action Portable HP76 model.

Our outstanding new Factory Bank features 5 Grand Pianos, 7 Upright Pianos, 11 Electric Pianos, Clavinet, Harpsichords and a vastly improved Nord Sample Library selection including brand new Strings, Choir and Folk instruments.

NEW DOUBLED MEMORY FOR NORD PIANO LIBRARY
The Nord Stage 2 EX features 1 GB memory for the Nord Piano Library allowing you to bring even more of our unique sampled acoustic and electric pianos on stage.

NEW ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT 76-KEY MODEL
The Nord Stage 2 EX HP76 sports an ultra lightweight Hammer Action Portable keybed (E-G) as found in the Electro 3/4/5 HP and Piano 2 HP models. Weighing only 12 kg (27,3 lb), this makes the Nord Stage 2 EX HP76 the most portable Hammer Action Stage instrument ever.

NEW IMPROVED FACTORY SOUND BANK
The Nord Stage 2 EX features a brand new Factory Sound Bank with both new sounds in the Piano Library as well as a completely updated and refined selection of sounds from the Nord Sample Library. We've also optimized our sounds allowing you to fit even more sounds without comprising playability. New sounds include:

Nord Piano Library:
DX Electric Pianos

Nord Sample Library
Great new Acoustic Strings (solo and ensemble), Female Choirs, Ethnic Stringed Instruments, Flutes and Woodwinds, Brass/Orchestra and Tuned Percussion sounds.

NEW FRESH NEW COLOR SCHEME
The Nord Stage 2 EX panel has been updated with a bright orange color scheme.

THREE MODELS
The Nord Stage 2 EX comes in three models:

The Nord Stage 2 EX 88 features our top-of-the-line fully weighted Hammer Action Keybed (A-C) and weighs 18,5 kg (40,7 lb).
The Nord Stage 2 EX HP76 has the extremely lightweight Hammer Action Portable keybed (E-G), the same type as from the Electro 3/4 HP and Piano 2 HP and weighs only 12 kg (27,3 lb)
​Nord Stage 2 EX Compact features a 73-note Semi Weighted Waterfall keyboard (E-E) and weighs 9,7 kg (21,4 lb)
Apart from the keyboard type and the number of accessories available, all three models have identical features.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY
All models shipping in May 2015 with pricing to be announced. Like all Nord keyboards, the Stage 2 EX is handmade in Sweden with meticulous attention to detail and quality control."