Mother 32 + Mutable Instruments Couds Eurorack

Published on Aug 9, 2016 freelanderride

"Just a try with my new Clouds (not a musical song) Its a great module ! Listen with a headphone and hope you like it."

deltAdata : Transit ( samplr, isupr8, canon 760d, ipad )

Published on Aug 9, 2016 deltAdata

"Samplr, ipad mini, isupr8 filter 6 (8mm android video effect), canon eos 760d + efs 17-55 f2.8 1080, bose soundlink mini, audioshare, shareit (video file tranfert between android and ios), made on ipad mini 1 with imovie.

Filmed by 'JLpictsArt's'."

Retro Video Game Chiptune Music Synthesizer - NES / Famicom C64

Published on Aug 9, 2016 Arcano Systems

"Create music in the style of the classic video games of the 80s with this MIDI synth. Now on Kickstarter: http://kck.st/2adRRSu"

See the Arcano channel here on MATRIXSYNTH for previous incarnations and kickstarter campaigns. From what I can see they have three core models, the NES, Obscura and GEM-8. The NES is Nintedo only. The Obscura is NES and Famicon C64, and the GEM-8 covers home computer sounds like the Commodore 64, the Apple IIe, and the ZX Spectrum. This appears to be the second incarnation of the Obscura 8-bit engine. Details follow.

"The Obscura 8-bit Chiptune Synth 2 is a MIDI synthesizer that enables musicians to create music in the style of the classic video game themes of the 1980s. The device is the successor to the Obscura MIDI 8-bit NES & C64 Chiptune Synthesizer, a project launched on Kickstarter in 2015.

No programming is required and there is no software to install. Simply connect a MIDI controller to create your own original chiptunes or play your favorite retro video game theme tunes live.

This monophonic music synthesizer features several improvements on the original including:

more waveforms
more patches
improved volume envelope system for reduced latency
greater vibrato depth
faster arpeggio frequency

The Obscura 8-bit Chiptune Synth 2 comes in two hardware versions. The SMD version is based on the original Obscura MIDI 8-bit NES & C64 Chiptune Synthesizer hardware design, and is available with a handcrafted wooden base. The through-hole version is based on the Arcano MNCS2 hardware design, and is available with or without a wooden base.

A prototype production run of 18 units has already been completed, and 16 of these synths are available as early-delivery rewards. Help fund a second production run and receive an Obscura 8-bit Chiptune Synth 2 as a reward.

If the Kickstarter campaign is successful, you can share the music you create with your Obscura 8-bit Chiptune Synth 2 by tweeting a link to @ArcanoSystems."

MatrixBrute Introduction Tutorial: Episode 3 - The Modulations

Published on Aug 9, 2016 ARTURIA

"In our third #MatrixBrute preview video, we take a look at its modulation capabilities.

Synth hero Nori Ubukata guides us around the modulation matrix, demonstrating the massive sound-shaping potential of Arturia's flagship synthesizer."

All parts here.

RiDrum TK 01 Gate and CV inputs.

Published on Aug 9, 2016 Richard O

"Video of the RiDrum TK-01 Eurorack Kickdrum Module which shows the possibilities of the Gate and CV inputs."

New Pittsburgh Modular Lifeforms SV-1 Blackbox Sequence

Published on Aug 9, 2016 Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizers

Update: This is the Lifeforms SV-1 in desktop format. Details added below.

"DESKTOP PORTABILITY WITH ANALOG POWER AND MODULAR FLEXIBILITY

The Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizers Lifeforms SV-1 Blackbox is a complete, standalone desktop format modular synthesizer. A full compliment of analog tools for sonic experimentation stuffed into a portable steel enclosure. Two patchable oscillators and our legendary state-variable filter are paired with a perfectly curated set of synthesis components including a dual sub oscillator, dual, chained mixers, a plucky, four stage envelope generator, sample and hold, noise, low frequency oscillator, voltage controlled amplifier, a feature rich MIDI to CV converter, and a pair of utility signal splitters.

A standalone modular powerhouse, the Lifeforms SV-1 Blackbox provides absolutely everything you need to create gigantic and iconic synth sounds: roaring bass, shimmering leads, lush pads and warm drones are only a few knob turns away. Instantly, out of the box, a rich feature set with a fluid, easy to understand interface empowers you to create vibrant, thick tones. A few patch cables Modulation and Tools sections fill out the analog SV-1 modulation capabilities with a triangle and square LFO, two sub-octave oscillators chained to the main oscillator, and noise with sample & hold.

Price, Availability, and More Information

The suggested retail price for the Lifeforms SV-1 Blackbox modular synthesizer is $699 and it begins shipping to authorized resellers August 12. More information is available at lifeformsmodular.com/blackbox."

schilderswijk elektro

Published on Aug 9, 2016 elektrovolt

"SOON !"

Update via Elektrovolt in the comments:

"Album is out now, featuring this track!

https://antilounge.bandcamp.com/album/dune-magnetic"

Korg volca fm first experiments - live demo from Warstat #29 :o)=

Published on Aug 9, 2016 Druweed

Tonestar Percer and Pusher

"#OutsToOuts drum and tone pulser. Just shaved off the overages. No other adulteration excepting a touch of the wet.

cf., studioelectronics.com/assets/pdf/ton…ing_8-5-16.pdf"

New Behringer DeepMind12 VCF Video & Pricing Details Revealed

BEHRINGER Synth Vol 7 VCF Published on Aug 9, 2016 BEHRINGER

All parts in the video series here.

And in via Soviet Space Child, Uli Behringer on the price:

"Dear all,

again sorry to keep you waiting with the price announcement. I am aware I may have lost some friends in this process:-)

Please allow me to explain the reason why this has taken so long:

We are a very different company as we don't set pricing based on what we believe a customer would be willing to pay for our product, or where competitive products are priced at.
We simply set pricing based on a "bottom up" approach where we calculate the component prices, add manufacturing cost plus a slim margin that we need to in order to hire more people and buy new equipment.

Because of the huge demand for the DeepMind12, we went back to our component suppliers and asked for a higher discount in return for higher purchase volumes. We then approached our distribution partners again and asked what their orders would be, if we would lower pricing. We did this a few rounds until we reached rock bottom pricing. And that’s where we are now.

During the development of the DeepMind12, we involved a lot of synthesizer experts, producers, musicians but also synth magazines. Of course, we were constantly asked what the price would be, but at the same time repeatedly told not to make it too affordable as otherwise the public perception of the instrument would be impacted.
Since the competition sits around US$ 2,000, the general recommendation was not to offer it below US$ 1,500 and everyone would be happy.

As you all know, I built my first synthesizer UB1 (picture attached) when I was 16, but it unfortunately got lost during an office relocation and for the following 40 years I always wanted to build a synth again.

Some years ago our amazing people and world-class engineers at Midas in Manchester learned about my dream and decided to actually built a synthesizer for me.
Initially the synth started as a Juno 106 inspiration but later literally grew into a monster as our guys kept on adding features on a weekly basis (I am sure they are still adding more).
I mentioned earlier, if there is a product that deserves the name “feature creep”, then it’s the DeepMind12 and I am absolutely serious!

Since I started Behringer 27 years ago, my philosophy was always to offer amazing products at incredible prices and that’s what we built our company on.
In this spirit, it is no surprise that I also like to see this synth in the hands of many of you guys and hope the DeepMind12 will inspire you as much as it inspires me. I can’t wait to hear the great songs you will compose and share with the community.

I have now made the decision to offer the DeepMind12 at a recommended sales price of US$ 999.99 (I have a feeling your dealer might drop the 99 cents).*

Getting this instruments into the hands of as many musicians as possible is a dream come true. At the risk of being ridiculed for showing my emotions, this is a very happy moment in my life and I like to thank first and foremost my friends Pete Sadler, Rob Belcham and all our incredible crew in MUSIC Innovation Manchester plus all other 4,000 people in MUSIC. I will never forget this.

We are planning to ship the first units towards the end of the year. While we will do everything we can do ramp up production, please be patient as we don’t know yet how we can fill all these backorders.

Once again thank you all – you guys are great!

Uli"