Moog MiniMoog Model D SN 3718

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"This thing has undoubtedly seen it's share of action over the years. It has quite a few nicks, scratches and dents. Just by looking at it you can almost hear the countless attempts to play Frankenstein that have been tried on it. This is literally one that is going to be tough to see leave.

This Minimoog is definitely not a museum piece. It is not all original and has it's share of issues, but it is a great instrument. It is what we would call player's grade, and I would love it to go to a home where it will get the crap played out of it.

Let's get down to the details.

- First the serial number and completion signatures would indicate that it was created in 1974.
- Everything is in working order and sounds great, as I literally had put $500 into it getting it up and running less than 1 month ago. I had it serviced by Mike Borish over at Borish Electronics who is one of the best here in Chicago for old synths.
- Mike was able to replace any grommets on the keyboard so there are no clacking keys that plague these boards.
- Several pots have been changed out as well as a new power cord.
- There is a scratchy switch, but only one and it is the 440 signal for tuning. Only make a scratching noise when switched on or off.
- The keyboard is not perfectly level, as seen in the photos. It is very playable however.
- It is missing screws for one bracket on the actual wooden frame, you can see that in photo #21. The frame is rock solid however.
- Has a strange flaw in the finish on the top front panels that can only be seen in certain light, shown in photo #13
- Keep in mind that things have been changed out on this, so it can not be considered all original.

There are just a few pots that are still a little scratchy, but nothing major. I also have not had the chance to try the external controller connections so cannot say if those work or not. There does seem to be a little static from the high output jack, but the low output jack works just fine."

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Oberheim Matrix 6R Synthesizer SN k661802

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GTR Orgatron 1

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"GTR Orgatron 1, Analog Synthesizer, Wurlitzer , with music book, folio etc. Takes 6 C batteries or AC power supply. (Not included)
Includes music folio, music book, order form and other documentation"

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Drone Commander

Published on Sep 27, 2016 cane creek

"Grendel Drone Commander demonstration."

Oberheim Matrix-12 Programming Tips + Tricks [FM]

Published on Sep 27, 2016 gstormelectro

"Audio and Video by G-Storm Electro c.2016

FM Synthesis is not just for DX7 and Yamaha synths. The Oberheim Matrix-12 can do primitive FM as well, albeit a single carrier and modulator pair. Here are some tips and tricks for exploring the FM possibilities. Some of the ideas come from my Getting Started Programming FM video, so you may want to check that out too."

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skinnerbox - live setup

Published on Sep 27, 2016 iftahbox

"a short video that demonstrates our usual live setup."

Maschine Jam using hardware such as the EMS Synthi and a Roland Chorus Echo

Published on Sep 27, 2016 kurt uenala

"Native Instruments Maschine Studio and Maschine Jam using analog hardware such as the EMS Synthi (controlled by the Maschine sequencer) and a Roland Chorus Echo (as aux send) along with the new Maschine Performance effects."

Kilpatrick Audio Introduces the K3021 Master VCO Eurorack Module

K3021 Master VCO Module Demo Published on Sep 27, 2016 KilpatrickAudio

"Check out the K3021 Master VCO module from Kilpatrick Audio. This module offers the same amazing sound and features as half of the K3020 Dual VCO in a compact and affordable module."

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"Eurorack Triangle Core VCO with Waveshapers - 18HP

Built on the success of the K3020 Dual VCO, the K3021 Master VCO offers a single channel oscillator based on this famous design. Completely redesigned to replace now hard to find parts, the K3021 uses a complete new triangle core design based around discrete transistors for an amazing tone excellent stability. Useful as both your main pitch oscillator and as a complex low-frequency signal source (LFO) the K3021 Master VCO is a workhorse module great for any system.

One of the features that makes the K3021 extra special is its use of complex waveshapers and pulse width modulation circuits to create unique timbres. You can select between sine, triangle and ramp waveforms for the WAVE section. These waves then feed into the triple pulse width modulator to create very rich pulse waves that have a much more lively character than a simple single-channel PWM. Choose from one of three PULSE output combinations for unique variations.

The BLEND and PULSE outputs can be used independently, or can be combined through the use of the ultra-low distortion blend section. Smoothly fade between the WAVE and PULSE waveforms either manually or with voltage control. By using the blend circuit especially with the LFO mode engaged, very complex modulation waveforms can be easily created.

Features and Specs

Eurorack (3U) form factor - 18HP width
Master VCO with on board precision power regulation
LED indication of selected switch positions and VCO core activity
1V/octave CV input - factory trimmed for 1V/octave response
Linear FM input with level control
Fine and coarse tuning controls
Normal VCO frequency range: 2Hz to 15kHz
LFO mode switch - period approx. 60 seconds to low audio range
Temperature compensated exponential converter with matched transistors
All-new discrete triangle-core and sine wave shaper
Wave shaper with sine, triangle or ramp waveforms - switch selectable
Pulse shaper with triple pulse width modulators for complete timbres
Voltage controlled mixing between wave and pulse waveforms
High-end blend VCAs with ultra-low distortion and linear control
Sync input for hard syncing of VCO core
PWM input with level and offset controls
Blend VCA control input with level and offset controls - full deflection with 5Vpk-pk
Blend output - output from the blend VCA containing wave and/or pulse waveforms
Pulse output - dedicated output from the pulse shaper containing pulse waveform
All inputs and outputs are tolerant of +/-12V
All outputs drive 10Vp-p with 1K output impedance
Requires +12V (90mA), -12V (50mA) - 16 pin Doepfer-style power cable used - approx. 1.7W total power consumption
Designed and made in Canada using high quality parts.
Warranty: 1 year"

Behringer DeepMind 12 Interview and sound demo knobcon 2016

Published on Sep 27, 2016 Flux302 of Fluxwithit.com

"Flux interviews the Midas crew about the Behringer DeepMind 12 at Knobcon 2012"

Adventures in Synthesis: Backyard Fall Afternoon Modular

Published on Sep 27, 2016 Chris Beckstrom

"I'm on a mission to challenge some ideas about modular synthesis:

That is has to be expensive, or that you can't build it yourself, or that it has to look pretty, that it's too complicated, that you need an electrical engineering degree to play it, or that you can't take it outside.

After all, it's a musical instrument not totally unlike a guitar. Now that I've reconfigured it a bit, why not bring it out to the back yard and play a bit?

This simple patch was inspired by the work of Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith. If you haven't heard her magnificent music, check it out!

Patch Notes

There are 4 voices in this patch: The bassline, a 3-note repeated figure by saw waves, the delay of that figure, and another saw oscillator.

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