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New Tin Can Modular Format from Modular For the Masses at Knobcon

Knobcon18: Modular for the Masses tin can modular

Published on Sep 10, 2018 sonicstate

Yes, modules literally in tin cans! :) DIY modular on the cheap - $4 for the oscillator module. That 303 filter does sound good.

"An alternative to the Eurorack format from module maker Modular For The Masses. Its kind of crazy looking but has a certain appeal no?
Find him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juanitohm/"

Peter Theremin Performance at Synthposium 5

Петр Термен (терменвокс) Live - Synthposium 5 Электротеатр Станиславский

Published on Sep 6, 2018 Peter Theremin

"Peter Theremin - theremin solo"

Peter Theremin is the grandson of the creator of the theremin, Leon Theremin.

The following is a massive playlist from Peter's channel featuring 46 videos on the theremin. Quite a few are currently private or deleted. You can use the player controls to skip them.

New Yamaha MODX7 8-OP FM Synthesizer In the Works?

Spotted on Sequencer.de:

"The new MODX7 is still not official but it will be more or less a 1.4k-Pound Version of the 8-OP Synth with ROM Sample Section and the morphing function 'the super knob'.

AWM2 (Advanced Wave Memory 2) sample and synthesis engine
76-note semi-weighted keybed for fluid playability
Unparalleled sonic versatility for creating sounds from iconic 80s sounds to modern-day EDM cutting-edge leads
Integrated performance controls include faders and encoders for in-depth control over parameters
Ideal for both studio and stage use
FM-X Synth Engine
LCD-Touchscreen 7″-Colour-Wide-VGA-TFT
Waveform-ROM expanded from 741 MB to 5.67 GB
2,370 new Waveforms, 6,347 total in ROM
1 GB Flash-ROM built-in
Ca. 2,000 preset performances
640 user performances
5,120 library performances
Seamless Sound Switching “SSS“ for Performances with up to four Parts
13 dual insert effects (12 Parts + A/D Input)
Over 256 preset live set slots, 2,048 User & 2,048 library live set slots
10,239 arpeggios
Eight arpeggio Parts simultaneously
Eight Scenes per Performance
Master keyboard functions for each Performance
Multichannel USB Audio Interface, 2-in/10-out

We have seen a delivery date for September"

That would be this month. An interesting side note is the MOD-7 was KORG's FM engine in the KRONOS. The DX7 was 6-OP. The MODX7 will be 8OP.

KORG KRONOS 2 MOD-7 , VS YAMAHA DX7

Published on Jan 18, 2016 CLASSIC KEYBOARDS

"APRESENTAÇÃO KORG KRONOS 2 , com Everton , classic keyboards , korg , roland , yamaha , alesis, kurzweil , nord , open lab , ZOOM Handy Video Recorder"

SYNTAR Synthesized Guitar w/ Build in Mini Keyboard

This one is in via @BuckRemus, who was curious if there was any relation to George Mattson's PMS Syntar, the first synthesizer keytar. I reached out to George and he said he didn't know what it is, so there is no relation.

If you know what this is, feel free to leave a comment.

There appears to be 16 buttons (presets?), and three colored buttons, one blue, one orange, and one grey. Note there are six mini keys, so they could be the equivalent of the six strings on a guitar and meant to be strummed rather than pressed like traditional keys. There are three knobs, or possibly four if the one on the right is just missing a knob cap. There are a number of holes as you can see (tuning/calibration points?).

Update: Two more pics added below, and via @BuckRemus: "it didn't come with a power supply so we're hoping to find someone who knows something so we don't fry it (if it hasn't been already). If it helps, it was purchased in Maine."

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[diy] additional VCO for Minibrute/Microbrute on breadboard

Published on Aug 31, 2018 planeteatrr

"0:00 Minibrute squarewave (left slider) compared to additionalVCO squarewave (right slider)
1:52 additionalVCO ring modulation

:)

Schematics and description: http://electro-music.com/forum/topic-..."

Note: I can't seem to get to electro-music.com for whatever reason. Give it a try and see if it works for you. If it doesn't, bookmark this post or the link and check back later.

TEST SERIES Epoch Modular Benjolin WMD Synchrodyne Expand Euroack

Published on Sep 10, 2018 Outsider Sound Design

"The purpose of 'TEST SERIES' is to focus on the sound design possibilities of various gear combinations when pushed to the extremes. This series is not musical nor does it serve as an instructional video. It is all about sound potential.

Please consider supporting this channel by purchasing a sample pack or music download from www.outsidersounddesign.com"

Outsider Sound Design TEST SERIES

Going to Chicago for the KnobCon annual synthesizer convention

2. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 2 - Logan Soloman - Polyfusion

As I was walking in the hotel lobby I had the pleasure of meeting Jim Soloman and Jammie Logan, two great guys who are working with Ron Folkman to bring back a modern version of the mega-classic Polyfusion modular series 2000 - designed in the late '70s and early '80s by Ron Folkman and Alan Pearce (who also worked at Moog)

3. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 3 - Opening night

Venue vendors and performers setup, and Knobcon 2018 opening night reception party

4. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 4 - My live set

My live set at the Friday night opening party of Knobcon 2018:
00:26 Misty (Erroll Garner)
02:38 Control (SynthMania)
07:28 Drum Fairy (SynthMania)
13:13 Echoes (SynthMania)
18:52 Fruit Fly (SynthMania)
23:03 Decades (Joy Division)
28:23 Perfect Life (SynthMania)
34:07 To France (Mike Oldfield & Maggie Reilly)

5. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 5 - Suit & Tie Guy & Andre Cholmondeley live set

Mega-hypnotic live set by Suit & Tie Guy & Andre Cholmondeley at the Knobcon 2018 Friday night reception party

6. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 6 - Vendor hall walkthrough (G.A.S. inducing)

Saturday morning at Knobcon 2018 - a walkthrough of the large exhibitor room

7. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 7 - Moda Modular

Kevin of Moda Modular debuts the Castor & Pollux sequencer at Knobcon 2018 https://www.facebook.com/ModaModular/

8. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 8 - Eurorack Modular Case

Brock from Eurorack Modular Case shows their portable cases for KnobCon 2018 http://eurorackmodularcase.com

9. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 9 - IK Multimedia

Daniel and Eric of IK Multimedia show us the brand new software editor for the UNO Synth - I plan to make a video using the editor very soon, as it further "unlocks" the sound capabilities of this great portable analog synthesizer

10. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 10 - Synthstrom

Synthstrom shows their Deluge portable synthesizer/sampler sequencer

11. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 11 - SYINSI

SYINSI shows their new modular tiles

12. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 12 - STEM Modular

13. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 13 - AKAI

The great sounding and portable AKAI MPC Live
Wesley of STEM Modular shows his upcoming modules

14. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 14 - Playing the Polyfusion

Incredible power, powerful and majestic sound... a wonderful synth!!! Toto's Polyfusion... big thanks to Jim, Jammie, and Ron for letting us experience this beautiful, classic machine!

15. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 15 - Vendor hall walkthrough 2 (more G.A.S.)

Another walkthrough on the main exhibition hall at Knobcon 2018

16. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 16 - Detroit Underground

Aaron shows their latest Arduino based diy module "shield", the DUIno https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/...

17. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 17 - Hammond organ workshop

An incredibly interesting Hammond workshop at Knobcon 2018. Featuring Suit & Tie Guy, Steven Eaklor, Ray Gerlich, Todd Phipps, and the best sounding Hammond I've ever had the pleasure to play - a 1963 B-3 with a 147(amp) + 122 (cab) owned and so kindly provided to Knobcon by Todd Phipps

18. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 18 - DIY build workshops

Knobcon 2018 featured DIY build workshops where you could build your own synthesizer modules

19. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 19 - Bug out bunker

KnobCon has a large dark room in the basement of the hotel called the "Bug Out Bunker" - where you can play modular synths, perform together and experience some really cool graphics being projected on the walls

20. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 20 - Ethereal Sun

Steve of Ethereal Sun shows some of their very cool eurorack cases at Knobcon 2018 http://etherealsun.com

21. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 21 - Behringer

I programmed some beats on the new Behringer RD-808 at Knobcon 2018. Really good sound. (sorry, 2nd part of the video got corrupted so I had to flip and crop).

22. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 22 - Vendor hall walkthrough 3 (G.A.S. again)

More exhibitors at Knobcon 2018

23. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 23 - Golden Knob banquet

Knobcon's Saturday evening banquet, featuring live music, raffle prizes, keynote speaker, and all-night jam session with classic and vintage synths and keyboards

24. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 24 - Gil Trythall keynote address

A wonderful, insightful, interesting, and very entertaining keynote address!! By Dr. Gil Trythall, electronic music pioneer, college professor of music, author of fantastic '70s Moog-based records like "Switched-On Nashville", "Nashville Gold", "Yakety Moog" and many other compositions

25. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 25 - Sat night jam session

After party all-night long jam session with lots of *excellent* players from all over the United States!! Lots of fun, with incredible vintage instruments like 1963 Hammond B-3, '70s Clavinet, Yamaha CS-50 and more. Everyone invited to join in and jam (I joined in later in the evening)

26. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 26 - Real Fake Knobs

Such a cool idea by Izzy! To spiff up your modular setup, grab his real fake knobs / panels http://www.realfakeknobs.com

27. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 27 - Vinicius Electrik & Key Magic

Excellent modular synth company from Brazil and two great guys to boot - I had the pleasure of sitting at the same table as Vinicius and Fabio at Knobcon's dinner and we talked about synths and music extensively all evening. I bought a Lizard multi mode dual VCO from them as soon as I heard it right and there at Knobcon, it's that good (and versatile). They also produce a full system that includes other modules. Vinicius and Fabio produce these modules and distribute them all over the world - To listen to and buy their modules: https://viniciuselectrik.com

28. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 28 - Zeppelin Design Labs

Glenn showing some of their really cool products: a Theremin style MIDI controller, companion mini synth, amplifiers, pedals https://zeppelindesignlabs.com

29. KnobCon 7 (2018) part 29 - Therevox