GX1 Preset Tones

Published on Jan 30, 2019 sequentix

"Brief description of the GX1 patch control circuitry, followed by a dump of the preset tones."

Moog One 2

Published on Jan 30, 2019 Dimitrios Sismanis

"Second set of patches for the Moog One. I hope these are as well loved as the first ones."

NAMM 2019: MOK Waverazor Innovative Eurorack Oscillator Module

Published on Jan 30, 2019 SYNTH ANATOMY

"Taiho showed me at NAMM 2019, it's new innovative Eurorack oscillator Waverator which is based on a modified 1010music Toolbox platform."

Kind of reminds me of the rotors on the John Bowen Solaris. Taiho Yamada was one of the lead designers at Alesis and M-Audio. He brought us the Alesis Andromeda and the M-Audio Venom. You can find posts featuring him in the archives (by date or by relevance).

STG Soundlabs Intros Boatrocker, Radiophonic 1 Synthesizer & More

Published on Jan 30, 2019 Synthtopia

"At the 2019 NAMM Show, we talked with Suit & Tie Guy of STG Soundlabs, who gave us a quick update on his new Boatrocker power system, Radiophonic 1 all-in-one Eurorack synthesizer and more."

Bitwig Studio 3.0 Sneak Preview

Published on Jan 30, 2019 Synthtopia

"At the 2019 NAMM Show, Bitwig introduced Bitwig Studio 3.0, an update that introduces new modularity, with The Grid."

Nonlinear Labs C15 Synthesizer At NAMM 2019

Published on Jan 30, 2019 Synthtopia

"At the 2019 NAMM Show, Nonlinear Labs made the NAMM debut of their C15 synthesizer.

The C15 is unusual in that it's a keyboard that's designed to be closer to traditional instruments than traditional synthesizers. As a result, it doesn't have internal sequencing, ARP, LFO's or even MIDI - it's designed for you to play it expressively, not machines.

In the first section of the video, founder Stephan Schmitt gives an introduction to the philosophy behind the C15. Starting around 8:30, Schmitt demonstrates the C15 and explains how the keyboard's expressive capabilities dynamically control its synthesis engine."

Prophet X Receives 2019 TEC Award -- Best New Musical Instrument

First mentioned here, the official press release follows.

Congrats to Sequential! :)

"Prophet X Receives 2019 TEC Award for Best New Musical Instrument

San Francisco, CA—Jan 30, 2019—The NAMM Foundation has awarded the Sequential Prophet X its prestigious Technical Excellence & Creativity (TEC) Award for “Best New Musical Instrument.” The Award was presented at the Foundation’s annual awards ceremony at the National Association of Music Merchants convention in Anaheim, California. The award marks the third TEC award for Sequential and the second TEC award for 8Dio’s Troels Folmann, sample content developer for the instrument.

The TEC Awards are the “Oscars” of the pro audio and sound recording industry and recognize the most outstanding products and technical achievements in the world of music making, live performance, video games, television, and film. Winners represent superior accomplishments in their respective fields and categories.

In addition to the TEC award, the Prophet X has garnered wide critical acclaim from both the music industry press and users alike for its sonic versatility and depth. Its powerful, yet easy to use combination of synthesis-plus-samples technology powers two simultaneous 16-bit, 48kHz sample-based instruments plus two high-resolution digital oscillators with waveshape modulation — all processed through analog filters.

It boasts an internal library of 150 GB of sample content from Academy-award winning sample developers 8Dio, as well as the ability to import up to 50 GB of additional user samples and third-party add-on content. Users can shape the samples through loop manipulation, sample stretching, and a full complement of synthesis functions which include 4 envelope generators, 4 LFOs, and a deep modulation matrix. A dual-effects engine, 64-step polyphonic step sequencer, and arpeggiator add additional performance features.

Sequential founder Dave Smith commented: “We’re proud that the Prophet X has been recognized by both the NAMM Foundation and by the public for what it is — a great-sounding, easy to use creative tool that puts powerful technology in the hands of musicians. That’s always been our philosophy and that’s what we continue to do.” 8Dio co-founder Troels Folmann added: “Receiving a TEC award is always a gratifying experience, but we’re particularly pleased to receive it for our work on the Prophet X because the synth gives musicians a very immediate, expressive, and tactile way to use our deep-sampled instruments.”

The Prophet X ($3,999 US MAP) and Prophet XL ($4,399 US MAP) are available from Sequential’s worldwide network of dealers."

Rex the Dog Live Modular Performance Coming to Switched-On Austin

RSVP here

"Rex The Dog makes and performs music with analogue electronics and a self-built Modular Synthesiser.
He carries this precious machinery around the world, bringing his idiosyncratic sounds to packed crowds at the best clubs, festivals and parties. In the last 18 months this has included everywhere from Berlin’s hallowed Panorama Bar, to an intimate pop up gig in a Barcelona record store. Rex has released on Kompakt Records since his first EP ‘Prototype’ in 2004, as well as Kitsuné and Southern Fried. Recent releases have included the acclaimed ‘Sicko’ and ‘Teufelsberg’, earning him the support of his DJ colleagues including Jennifer Cardini, Roman Flügel, Jackmaster and Kölsch. As well as his original material, Rex has released selected remixes for the likes of Depeche Mode, Me Me Me and Moby.

His next EP ‘Crasher’ will come on Kompakt on 4th May 2018."

https://switchedonaustin.com

Soniccouture Sheng Khaen Sho

Published on Jan 30, 2019 Soniccouture

"A selection from the 30 sound design presets included with Soniccouture's Sheng Khaen Sho instruments.

http://www.soniccouture.com/en/produc..."

Update: The press release with intro offer & images of the instruments used:

"Soniccouture Releases Sheng Khaen Sho Asian Free Reeds for NKS & Kontakt Player

Virtual Instrument Collection €129 | $139

The Chinese Sheng, Laotian Khaen, and Japanese Sho are three very similar instruments with a common ancestor. Traditionally made from bamboo since the 14th century BC. - sound is created by both inhaling and exhaling, as with a western mouth-organ.

Soniccouture have faithfully recreated these fascinating instruments, using innovative inhale / exhale sampling techniques, which allow the user to add natural expression and modulation.

INTRO OFFER
Until 28th February you can get 30% off Sheng Khaen Sho. Discount marked on website."

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Alesis Andromeda "Sounds of the Universe" new sound bank first 32 presets

Published on Jan 30, 2019 Pulsophonic

"Démo of the new sound bank 'Sounds of the universe' for Alesis Andromeda. A new sound bank of 128 presets containing pads, pianos, basses, leads and FX sounds. Only effects onboard.
http://www.pulsophonic.com/page5.html"