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Original KORG MS-20 w/ Japanese Overlay

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Space Music with the Buchla 200e

djangosfire
Published on Aug 31, 2017

"Working on a new improvised Space Music track, for a double vinyl compilation of electronic music - more soon.

Buchla 200e + Roland RE-301 tape delay + Eventide reverb. Oh yes, and the VCO is a prototype 258e!

Wanted to share a short 'sneak peek' of the process.

You can hear the tape swirling around :)

Cheers! - Djangosfire"

Rheyne - Demonstration - Black VC EG Expander

Rheyne
Published on Aug 31, 2017

"Some examples of using the CV and gate outputs of the Expander module to an Erica Synths Black VC EG, including a 4-step sequencer with constantly variable gate lengths between steps. Feel free to ask questions!"

Dave Smith Instruments Prophet REV2 Demos by Klangwand

Klangwand
Published on Aug 2, 2017

Playlist:

1. Dave Smith Instruments Prophet REV2 - Quick Jam

"Here comes a quick try with the new REV 2 by Dave Smith. No external soundeffects. Just a Masteringcompressor. ### www.klangwand.com ###"

2. Dave Smith Instruments Prophet REV 2 - Beautiful Pad

3. Dave Smith Instruments Prophet REV 2 - Splitsound

"A first test I made with the splitfunction. An arpeggiatorpatch on the left side and a simple pad on the right side of the keyboard. www.klangwand.com"

4. Dave Smith Instruments Prophet REV 2 - "Two Sounds"

"Here´s another 'Jam'. I really love the REV! No external effects were used."

Arius Blaze "Meditations In Jazz"

Sir Folktek
Published on Aug 31, 2017

"4 parts from the album "Meditations in Jazz" on Folktek Records (ftk001)
Available for digital download via bandcamp:
https://ariusblaze.bandcamp.com/releases

Digital or 2xLP 180gr vinyl directly from Folktek Records: http://www.folktekrecords.com/"

Note: Part 1 went up earlier today. Moving this up as parts 3 - 4 were added.

New Percussa SSP Granular Processor Pic & Kickstarter Reminder

The image to the left was added yesterday's post here. I thought I'd put a new post up to make sure no one missed it.

What you are seeing is the granular synth engine. The dots on the screen represent the loaded sample, and the red section is the portion being heard and manipulated. Per yesterday's post, you can find some demos of the granular engine here.

Update: some additional info via Percussa: "The section that is selected on the screen is the region from which grains are picked. The grains are then triggered at the rate set by the coarse/fine frequency. So it's not actually looping that region, in granular synthesis you generate small snippets of audio (50ms long for example) and then those are triggered at a certain rate and windowed and mixed together."

The image to the left links to the kickstarter campaign here.

Click here for a larger pic.

Note there are only 3.5 days left for funding the stretch goals! You can find the Kickstarter campaign here.

Beepstreet Zeeon Impressions by Todd Smith Music

Todd Smith Music
Published on Aug 31, 2017

iTunes: Zeeon synth - BeepStreet

New WaveG Monophonic Analog Synthesizer / Step Sequencer on Kickstarter

via Kickstarter

"The Wave G Synth / Step Sequencer System features:-

A Classic Analog Subtractive Synthesis sound architecture with

Analog signal path starting from it's digitally controlled analog oscillator (DCO) via 5 input Source Mixer (LM348 based)
2 Pole 12dB per Octave State Variable Low Pass VCF (LM13700)
Voltage Controlled Amplifier (LM13700)
5 simultaneous source mixer waveforms – Ramp, Pulse Width Modulation, Noise*, Sub Oscillator and an External Input
*Noise is activated/deactivated when LFO is triggered for more versatility
4 Stage mixed signal Envelope Generator with Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release controls. The envelope generators attack phase does not reset to the beginning when notes are rapidly played, but follows the charge / discharge characteristics of a capacitor
Modulation Generator with Sample and Hold function. LFO with Ramp, Reverse Ramp, Triangle, Sine, Square and Random Waveforms with one shot or continuous activation
MIDI IN, Pitch CV In, Pitch CV Out, Gate In, Gate Out, Filter CV In, VCA CV In ( Synth section)
Note Glide (portamento)
Accent (velocity sensitive) and Glide Control via MIDI
Gate and Multi-trigger control of envelope, high note priority
16 Step Digital Sequencer with Potentiometer Input for fast changes of note and parameter values and 16 way keymatrix for additional functions such as:- Note length, accent, glide, MIDI tempo control etc.
MIDI Out, MIDI Tempo Clock In, Gate In, Gate Out, Pitch CV Out
MIDI Out sends Note Glide and Accent commands
MIDI (Musical Intrument Digital Interface) is via the standard 5 pin DIN socket
Separate Heaphones Output, Line Output and External Instrument Input jacks via 1/4 inch (6.35mm) diameter.
Pitch CV Out, Gate In, Gate Out, Filter CV In, VCA CV In jacks are 3.5mm diameter.
Overdrive circuits located in the VCF, Post VCF and in the final output stages of the output amplifier circuits for added harmonics.
PCB Design

Wave G Monophonic Synthesizer

Printed circuit board version 3 is been used in this synthesizer at the moment. This version works according to design expectations and the production board if the goal is reached, number 4, will be based on this but with a number of minor improvements, such as slight repositioning of the mounting holes and potentiometers and switches - to line up better with the metal enclosure.I've also added a new digital to analog convertor circuit which provides more stable and accurate output voltages for the frequency control voltage output.

Step Sequencer

Version 2 of the PCB board operates within design parameters and the only additional modifications needed will be to the positioning of the controls and adjustment to the number of function LED's.

The Enclosure

The Wave G enclosure has already been designed with computer aided design software and a production prototype has been built, by the manufacturer - and more can be mass produced, when required. It's the unit featured in the demonstration video and enclosed photographs - made from strong mild steel and has a powder coated black and white finish.

Currently we are using a 3D printed plastic case for the sequencer, and that's offered in the reward. A metal enclosure, at the time of writing has not been manufactured but if the project goal is reached, a mild steel case will be manufactured and offered as a reward for a small increase in price.

Power Supply

The buyer of the WaveG/Step Sequencer system will need to purchase or acquire 2 external 12 Volt DC (Direct Current), at least 500mA (milliamp) - 1 ampere power supply adaptor, which are regulated. One for the synthesizer, the other for the sequencer."

WaveG/Step Seq with Roland MC202 and Kawai R50 Digital Drum Machine

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Nord Stage 3 - All Playing, No Talking!

Kraft Music
Published on Aug 31, 2017

"Find exclusive Nord Stage 3 BUNDLES at Kraft Music:
http://www.kraftmusic.com/brands/nord...

Chris Martirano gives a killer performance on the Nord Stage 3 keyboard.

Want to learn more about the Nord Stage 3?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhvhf... [embed below]

The Nord Stage 3 is Nord's flagship keyboard, combining piano, organ, and synthesizer technologies in an instrument with a user-friendly, performance-oriented interface. All three sound generating sections can be used simultaneously, with three slots per section for sonic flexibility. The Stage 3's Piano section provides 2 GB of memory for the Nord Piano Library's grand, upright, and electro-mechanical piano samples, while the Synthesizer section features the Lead A1 synth engine with support for the Nord Sample Library. The Organ section offers tonewheel and transistor organ models, along with rotary speaker simulation.

The Nord Stage 3 is available in three configurations: Stage 3 88, with 88-note fully weighted Hammer Action piano keybed and digital drawbars; Stage 3 HP76, with 76-note weighted Hammer Action Portable piano keybed and digital drawbars; and Stage 3 Compact, with 73-note semi-weighted organ-style waterfall keybed and physical drawbars.

Get more for your money with an exclusive Nord Stage 3 BUNDLE from Kraft Music. These package deals include the accessories you'll need to get the most out of your new keyboard - on stage or in the studio. If you have any questions, please give us a call. Our knowledgeable sales advisors will be happy to assist in choosing the BUNDLE that's right for you!"

Nord Stage 3 - Advanced Tutorial with Chris Martirano

Kraft Music
Published on Aug 31, 2017

"Chris Martirano shares his extensive knowledge and walks us through some advanced features on the Nord Stage 3 performance keyboard.

Find exclusive Nord Stage 3 BUNDLES at Kraft Music:
http://www.kraftmusic.com/brands/nord..."

Quality Time with MFB DOMINION CLUB

Joel Braverman
Published on Aug 31, 2017

"An hour or two of messing around condensed into 37 minutes. Recorded with Zoom M+S stereo mic for iOS, feel free to point out any annoying or tedious parts and I'll try to cut them out of the video"

See Joel's unboxing video here.