Improvising on five handbuilt synthesizers

Published on Jan 16, 2017 Konstantin T

"Live improvisation recorded on 5 of my handmade synthesizers (Tokarev Protosynth), three V1 and two V2. Unfortunatelly the wooden box synth on the bottom right corner didnt get recorded, so no sound from that one."

Ming Micro Setup Guide

Published on Jan 16, 2017 Jordan Bartee

See the Ming Mecca label for more.

MIDIBOX Sequencer V4 - Part 7 - Glide & Slide 303 Style

Published on Jan 16, 2017 Andrew Scheidler

"More demo/tutorial on the MIDIBox Sequencer I built.
Unscripted and improvised as usual! :-)
How to add glide/slide to monophonic tracks and using the "303" view."

All parts here.

Oberheim OB Xa Magic Pad

Published on Jan 16, 2017 Rüdiger Gaenslen

"OB Xa with Moog MF Analog Delay"

Update: video appears to be back online.

Percussa to introduce Percussa Synthor System 8 at winter NAMM 2017

Details on Percussa's new synth system are in.

Update: new pic with text added left.

"Los Angeles, CA (USA) January 16, 2017 - Percussa is proud to announce the launch of its Synthor System 8, a new powerful hardware digital modular synthesis system, at winter NAMM 2017, January 19-22 in Los Angeles, California, USA.

Synthor System 8 is a turn key modern modular synthesis system, allowing musicians to create exciting new sounds by patching synthesis modules, changing synthesis parameters and modulation signals wirelessly, and defines a new category of synthesizers combining the old proven synthesis techniques with the latest innovations in musical interfaces.

Synthor System 8 consists of a new digital hardware synthesis module (Percussa ENGINE), a new control surface and wireless base station (Percussa REMOTE), and 8 Wireless modular controllers (latest generation Percussa AUDIOCUBES). Aluminium rack ears are included to mount ENGINE above the remote control surface for optimal usability.

Percussa ENGINE integrates seamlessly without any configuration or setup necessary with Percussa REMOTE, the main control surface for the ENGINE and wireless base station for the Percussa AUDIOCUBES, through its onboard SYNTHOR sound synthesis software, easily upgradable via SD memory cards for additional sound synthesis modules and new features.

ENGINE comes with a quad core cortex A17 @ 1.8GHz Processor running Linux Kernel v4, features 64-bit parallel DSP processing and a 1600x480 pixel wide format full colour LVDS Display with high visibility. ENGINE also features MIDI In, Thru and Out Ports, SD Card Slot, USB Host Ports (HID Support) and a USB Device Port (Stereo Digital Out, USB Audio Class).

ENGINE outputs sound via a 6 Channel AKM AK4456 DAC supporting up to 192 kHz / 32 bit (S/N: 115 dB) and offers sampling capabilities via its 2 Channel AKM AK5552 ADC supporting up to 192 kHz / 32 bit (S/N: 115 dB).

ENGINE, REMOTE and AUDIOCUBES are made from high end CNC milled wear resistant industrial plastics and aluminium, and feature high quality industrial temp switches, metal encoders and aluminium knobs.

Synthor System 8 can be upgraded with additional Percussa AUDIOCUBES later on, supporting up to 16 wireless devices in total in one wireless network. The wireless technology used in Percussa’s products was developed specifically for musicians and has proven its reliability and excellent performance in many professional musician’s setups around the world.

Come see Percussa’s Synthor System 8, ENGINE, REMOTE and wireless AUDIOCUBES at the Percussa Booth #4823, Hall C."

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Something New Coming From Elektron at NAMM

"Come see us at the NAMM show, January 19th – 22nd, Hall B, booth 5420."

This one in via Soviet Space Child.

Looks like a display up top, two LED's and a ton of knobs?  Or are the white spots LEDs as well?

Thoughts?  What would you like to see from them?

Michelle Moog-Koussa to Share Moog Family Archives At NAMM

via The Bob Moog Foundation

"Our executive director, Michelle Moog-Koussa, will be sharing newly discovered material from her family's archives as part of the TEC Talks at NAMM 2017. The presentation, Insights Into An Innovator, takes place on Saturday, January 21st from 10:30-11am in room 202A of the Anaheim Convention Center.

You can read more about the presentation and the material to be covered here.

The photo above, showing Bob Moog at age eight, is one of the many photos, letters, and documents that will be explored on Saturday morning. This collection of materials has not yet been shared publicly, and will lend rare insights into Bob's formative years."

Buchla Simple Transformations

Published on Jan 16, 2017

"A simple demo of using a few patch cords to get some simple sonic transformations. Better audio here:"



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Buchla Easel 2017 01 15

Published on Jan 16, 2017 babayard

"Working a patch with pulse and keyboard control over the benjolin, and benjolin controlling timbre of the Easel."

Elby Designs' EuroSerge 1973 VCF VS The Original - Patch of The Week

Published on Jan 16, 2017 Doug Lynner

"It's the match of the centuries! How does the new, 2016 Elby Designs' EuroSerge Serge Voltage Controlled Filter compare to a 1973 original? Find out when it goes toe to toe with an original VCO from the Mystery Serge, the first commercial Serge.

Doug offers modular synthesizer lessons and consultations. For information write doug@neatnetnoise.com.

Doug's website is http://www.neatnetnoise.com."