Moog Music Announces the 2017 Halloween Theremin Video Contest with Hannibal Buress

Published on Sep 27, 2017 Moog Music Inc

"It’s that time of year again. The time when the unearthly sounds of the theremin float up from the ether to announce the thinning of the veil between worlds. It’s also the time of year for the Moog Halloween Theremin Contest. In celebration of the holiday, we want you to produce your best Halloween-themed Theremin video. Entries will be judged on originality, creativity and overall-spookiness.

To Enter:

1. Grab your Theremin.

2. Create a video of you playing it that embodies the spirit of the season.

3. Upload the video to Youtube using the title “Moog Halloween Theremin Video Contest 2017”. All videos must be uploaded by MIDNIGHT EST on Thursday, October 26th.

4. Send an email with the subject “Moog Halloween Theremin Video Contest 2017” to contest@moogmusic.com with the YouTube link to your entry.

On October 31st, Moog will announce three winners on the basis of originality, creativity, and best embodiment of Halloween.

First place will receive a Mother-32 Analog Synthesizer, second place a MF-108 Cluster Flux and third place a MF-102 Ring Modulator.

Full contest rules here. https://www.moogmusic.com/support/the..."

Buchla 259e Twisted Waveform Generator Comes to Software

Published on Sep 27, 2017 Published on Sep 27, 2017

"Get your free 20-day trial license here: http://softu.be/buchla_259e

✮ Buchla 259e is the first ever officially licensed Buchla plug-in. The equally unique and desirable dual oscillator—with a truly twisted circuitry—is available as an expansion to Softube's Modular ✮"

"The Buchla 259e Twisted Waveform Generator plug-in for Modular features all the digital waveshaping, aliasing noise and foldover frequencies of the original hardware. Enjoy the self-modifying, screeching, snarling responses from the original’s downright odd inner workings. The 259e is a unique addition to the Modular ecosystem.

'Coming from a staunch, obsessive analog Buchla tradition I was skeptical about a virtual 259e. But Softube has knocked it out of the park.'

Todd Barton, Buchla Legend

What Is a Twisted Waveform Generator Anyways?
The 259e consists of two separate oscillators—Principal and Modulation—where Modulation can be used either to modulate the Principal oscillator or as a separate generator of audible notes. Furthermore, the sine wave generated by the Principal oscillator is simultaneously applied to two of the eight available waveshape tables. A morph voltage pans between the two tables and a warp voltage varies the amplitude of the sinusoidal (driving) waveform. Both these functions can be modulated by the Modulation oscillator.

'Three years ago I purchased a Buchla Easel and it really changed the way I compose my music. The Softube Buchla 259e makes me not miss my Easel too much while travelling.'

Andreas Tilliander, Producer, DJ, remixer and artist.

Here's Where it Gets Really Twisted
Three of the waveshape tables are actually not tables in the classical sense—they are simply portions of the 259e operating program, full of unpredictable noise and frequent silences. This is the innovative Mem Skew mode, possibly the most unique feature of the Buchla 259e. When these tables are selected, the FM controls are re-assigned to table scanning functions and the FM inputs become table modulators.

To sum it up, while the Buchla 259e can certainly be used for more traditional sounds, it excels at creating otherworldly twisted digital sonic landscapes. Which is why it is one of the most coveted synth modules on the market.

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Adam Pietruszko Moog Sub 37 Soundbank

Available at Loopmasters

"5Pin Media proudly presents "Adam Pietruszko - Moog Sub 37 Soundbank", the second instalment in their new series - dedicated to bringing musicians and producers the best in up to date sounds for popular modern hardware synths spanning various genres and styles.

The Sub 37 Soundbank comprises 128 inspirational modern multi-genre presets for the Moog Sub 37 and Moog Subsequent 37 synths by expert sound designer and audio engineer Adam Pietruszko.

Adam hails from Warsaw where he teaches synthesis and sound design at the Academy of Audio Engineering. At the the Polish-Japanese Academy of Information Technology his teaching covers sound synthesis, acoustics, electroacoustics, digital audio theory and music production. He has been a member of The Association of Sound Engineers in Poland since 2009. His journey in electronic music began in 2003 when he started spinning vinyl in Warsaw clubs, later turning to synthesizers and production. He is the creator of numerous award winning sample libraries and synthesizer soundbanks focusing on the field of cinematic effects, picture scoring and electronic music. He combines analog and digital synthesizer techniques with percussion and field recordings, as well as physical modeling and experimental audio creation. His works also include tutorial videos on synthesizer programming and sound design.

The presets are provided both as a whole soundbank, as well as individual patches, all in .syx format. You will need a MIDI interface and a SysEx application to load the bank into your instrument OR the Moog Sub 37 Editor/Librarian application.

The majority of the presets have parameters assigned to the mod wheel and several with keyboard aftertouch, denoted by "AT" after the preset name - be sure to make the most of these modifiers.

5Pin Media Soundbank - Crafted by true masters of their machines especially for you to unlock the true sonic potential of your Hardware Synth and focus on making great music.

Please Note:
All sounds in the demos, apart from drums, are from this product, no other samples were used. EQ, compression, delay and reverb were applied."

Modular Workshop - Live @ Analogue Zone Showroom E05

Streamed live 54 minutes ago Analogue Zone Showroom / Synths and Studio

"In this week's episode Ramin is exploring further possibilities with the Buchla LEM Snoopy and also the eurorack West-Coast synthesis architecture with the Make Noise - DPO and Endorphin.es - Terminal. Also, Morphagene is explained in more depth along with the Make Noise - René's sequencing twists with the X & Y clock outs. The 4ms - Dual Looping Delay's feedback and time parameters will be modulated by the Cwejman - D-LFO. Ramin will also hit some TIptop drums with the Circadian Rhythms trigger sequencer. Join us in the chatroom as well!

Modular Workshop is a weekly live series from the Analogue Zone Budapest showroom with our experienced modular electronic music performer & friend, Ramin Sayyah. The series was created in order to introduce either one particular module or a very special selection of module-combinations to make various kinds of music with them.

A new episode is streamed live every Wednesday on Analogue Zone's Youtube channel. After a short live performance, Ramin walks us through the building blocks of the patch and answers any questions raised by the viewers.

Tune in every Wednesday afternoon for the show and feel free to ask questions directly during the live stream - also let us know if you want to pay a visit to the showroom during the live show: we can accept a few guests too.


LET'S CONNECT!
AnalogueZone ► http://www.analoguezone.com"

AKAI Intros Major 2.0.5 Firmware Update for MPC Live and X Models

"AKAI PROFESSIONAL INTRODUCES MAJOR 2.0.5 FIRMWARE UPDATE FOR ITS STANDALONE MPC LIVE AND MPC X MODELS

New firmware for Music Production Centers adds Ableton Link support via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth MIDI compatibility, major enhancements to real-time pitch-shifting and time-stretching algorithm.

Cumberland, RI USA (September 27, 2017) — Akai Professional, a leading manufacturer of music equipment for performers and producers, today announced a major firmware update to the newest members of its legendary MPC line, the MPC Live and MPC X. The new 2.0.5 update introduces a number of powerful production and performance features, including: audio warping and time-stretching on the individual drum pad level for manipulating loops and hits on each pad within a drum program, improved Program and Audio editing, Bluetooth® 4.0 MIDI capability and enhanced support for storage expansion/external drives.

Another huge new addition to 2.0.5 is Ableton Link support, the first time ever on a standalone hardware unit. MPC users can now synchronize and play back audio in real time

Features
with other Link-enabled music
making devices and apps (including iMPC Pro) using a shared Wi-Fi connection.
• Ableton Link via Wi-Fi – Sync MPC with any Link-enabled apps and devices for cross-platform collaboration. Complete list of apps found here: https://www.ableton.com/en/link/apps
• Bluetooth® 4.0 MIDI support – Controllers such as the LPK25 Wireless and LPD8 Wireless can now be used to control MPC instruments and kits
• Audio warping and time-stretching on the individual drum pad level within a drum program
• Improved Audio and Program Editing
• Enhanced Support for Storage Expansion – Hard Drives can now be formatted using the MPC
“This firmware update elevates the MPC to an entirely new level,” said Pete Goodlife, Director of
Software Development for Akai Professional. “The new features make MPC a genuine performance
powerhouse, and the enhanced connectivity provides a world of new creative possibilities.”

The 2.0.5 firmware upgrade will be available as a free download at akaipro.com for all registered MPC Live and MPC X owners in late August 2017.

For more information, visit akaipro.com."

Playing with the Moog Mother-32

Published on Mar 4, 2017 LR KR

"Just got this thing and started turning knobs / patching cables. It's pretty amazing what can come out of this thing."

ROLAND SE-02 Studio Electronics // PART 2 // PLAYING PATCHES 17-35

Published on Sep 27, 2017 LESINDES

"First impression of the new ROLAND Boutique Synthesizer SE-02, fully analog in Minimoog design made by STUDIO ELECTRONICS. The synth in action now! PART 2 of the FACTORY PRESETS 17-35"

All parts here.

Digitakt as a polyphonic Granular Synth

Published on Sep 27, 2017 Scott Campbell

"I’m using the Dispatcher app on a Midigal (https://midisizer.com/midigal/) to combine all 8 tracks for polyphony. The same sample is loaded onto each track. The Start, Length, and Loop Position are all set to different points in each track. Each track’s lfo modulates start time (all lfos running at different speeds). This creates a pseudo granular effect"

Polyphonic Digitakt with Retrokits RK-002

Published on Sep 27, 2017 Scott Campbell

"Here I'm using the Retrokits RK-002 midi cable with Volca FM firmware (polyMUX) to combine 4 tracks of the Digitakt to create polyphony. Midi channel A is used as the controller"

ROLAND D-50 - Ambient Chillout Arpeggiator Music【SYNTH DEMO】

Published on Sep 27, 2017 synth4ever

"Roland D-50 synthesizer demo -- playing ambient chillout arpeggiator music on D-50 digital synth from Roland.

This ambient chill-out / new age synthesizer music & electronica features pads and sounds created using the Roland D50 synthesizer's LAS (Linear Arithmetic Synthesis), Roland PG-1000 controller, and internal Roland D-50 effects."

ALISA 1377 - SOVIET VINTAGE ANALOG SYNTHESIZER with MIDI

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"Extremely rare powerful Soviet vintage analog synthesizer "ALISA-1377".
It was made in USSR in 1985 at Luberetskiy Military Radioplant "Rodina" near Moscow. ALISA synthesizers were made especially for experimental electronic music, creating of sound effects in soviet cinema and scientific acoustic researches. This unique instrument has warm, aggressive and absolutely original analog sound!

The synthesizer has 1 OSC with 4 wave forms, ADSR , filter, various modulations, vibrato and portamento effects.

OSCILLATOR: tune; octave +1/+2; portamento; wave forms: triangle, saw, square, odd harmonics; frequency modulation (for all 4 waveforms); impulse-width modulation (for square wave form) with impulse width and depth controls; harmonics (for odd harmonics wave form). You can use individual OSC waveforms (triangle, saw, square, odd harmonics) or mix them together to get unique sounds!

LFO: on/off modulation switch, two waveforms (triangle, square), modulation rate, modulation rate coarse switch - 1Hz/10Hz.

FILTER: cutoff, resonance, vibrato (filter modulation), ADSR, switch between filter control- keyboard or contour OSC (ADSR). The synths filter due to it`s original architecture can be used as additional oscillator when filter`s resonance knob in self-oscillaltion position and it sounds really weird and interesting!

AMPLIFIER: ADSR, main volume, on/off synthesizer.

MIDI Interface: MIDI In & Thru (5Din socket), MIDI On\Off button, MIDI Learn Button."

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