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V-Collection 7 Demos (Synthi-V, CZ-V, Mello-V)

Arturia MicroFreak | Portable? Class Compliant? Beginner friendly? - haQ attaQ

Published on Apr 25, 2019 Jakob Haq

"So I’ve gotten my hands on the Arturia MicroFreak Experimental Hybrid Synthesizer early. And man ... this synth is interesting to say the least. Now there are a few things that I’ve been wondering about ever since I first saw the teaser trailers about the MF. Stuff like, how portable Is the MicroFreak? Is it USB class compliant? Will it connect to an iDevice? Also how beginner friendly is it? Let’s find out!"

Arturia: V-Collection 7 Overview

Published on Apr 25, 2019 Noisegate

"Tristan from Noisegate presents a first look at the new instruments included in Arturia's V-Collection 7 software instrument bundle."

Pantala Labs - Carcellata - ANTS : Sub module

Published on Apr 25, 2019 Gibran PantalaLabs

"Pantala Labs - Carcellata is a cellular automata based Eurorack module that comes with several algorithms to create cool melodies, triggers and CVs abstracting behaviors of the real life.
ANTS : - is a sub module capable to create melodies and rhythmic sequences based on behavior of a life being. We mapped elements like , birth, grown, movement, reproduction and death (there are many other behaviors)."

John Bowen Synth Design Solaris OS Update - v1.4.3

Note there are only 5 Solaris synths remaining. via the John Bowen Synth Design forum:

"Released Sun Mar 10, 2019, v1.4.3 OS fixes a few small display things, and adds two new features:

1) Sample Load routine - Instead of loading samples from the System page, as we have done, now the loading is done within the Preset, on Home page 3, parameter named 'SmpPool'. Each preset can now store the sample pool being used. Then, if the user wants to have each preset automatically load the appropriate sample pool when selected, you can set the System page parameter 'LoadSamp' to On, and Save it there as part of the global init file. If this is set to Off, then the user must go to the Home page #3 and press Enter to load the pool. If several presets call up the same pool, the system checks and knows this, so you don't have to load again. Also, it can take quite some time to load the preset in this case. For example, to load the factory Glockenspiel pool takes about 6 seconds.

2) Added a new function, calling it 'Patch Chain'. This appears on Home page #3 as well, in the top row, labeled as 'Patchain'.

Here's the idea - if a Preset has Patch Chain set On, then each of 5 Presets will be loaded into the DSPs, starting with the one farthest away from the selected preset.This means you can have 5 different sounds, one for each DSP, with 2 voices per sound (remember, the 6th DSP is used for the Master FX).

For example, if I have this parameter On for Preset 100, the first preset loaded will be 104, then 103, 102, 101, and lastly 100. That way, Preset 100 is the one that is being displayed on the front panel. However, any edits to any parameter will then go to all 5 Presets. (If you then go to store an edit, it only knows to do that to the current Preset.)

The sequence does not wrap around, i.e., if Preset 125 has Patch Chain On, it can only load 3 of the presets. The selected Preset (the last to load) goes to all remaining DSPs in this case.

How is this useful - with the Sequential 6Trak and Multi-Trak, I could make 2 Unison stacks of 6 different sounds on one key, and you could get some pretty big Unison sounds this way. Another thing I've liked with this is to have the 5 presets similar enough, but with small variances in tuning, cutoff, etc., to give an even more 'analogy' feel or sound. The voices are selected in a 'round robin' mode usually (depending on the Legato and EGReset modes), and so by repeatedly hitting a single key, you can hear each of the 5 DSPs playing 2 voices each per preset.

Obviously, this takes so forethought and planning, and isn't for everyone. Also note - loading 5 DSPs separately takes slightly longer when selecting the Preset.

I hope Solaris owners enjoy these two added features. I am looking forward to more developments in the near future.

-John Bowen"

Moog Matriarch Synthesizer Demos with Mikael Jorgensen & Philip Cornish

Moog Matriarch Synthesizer Demo with Mikael Jorgensen - All Playing, No Talking Published on Apr 25, 2019 Musician's Friend

"Moog Matriarch is a semi-modular, 4-note paraphonic synthesizer and the newest member of the Mother family of synths.

Demoed here by Mikael Jorgensen of Wilco, Matriarch's design is based on some of Bob Moog's most revered circuits. The all-analog signal path features 4 powerful VCOs, dual ladder filters, stereo delay, an arpeggiator and a performance friendly 256-note sequencer.

The 4 VCO design can be played in three distinct modes: 4-note paraphonic, 2-note paraphonic and monophonic. Each oscillator can select from a variety of waveshapes and octaves, allowing you to create incredibly rich and harmonically complex sounds. As mentioned, Matriarch features two classic Moog Ladder Filters that can be used in three distinct modes: parallel (High Pass/Low Pass), stereo (Low Pass/Low Pass), and series (HP/LP).

Where Grandmother featured an analog spring reverb, Matriarch features a dual analog delay inspired by the MF-104M Moogerfooger circuit. This delay module offers up to 700ms of stereo or ping-pong style repeats.

Although Matriarch has 90 patch points, enough to satisfy even the most adventurous of sound designers, it can be played right out of the box thanks to its intuitive layout and signal flow."

Moog Matriarch | Sound Explorations with Philip Cornish

Published on Apr 25, 2019 Guitar Center

"Musical Director for Kanye West and 7-time Grammy-nominated producer/writer, Philip Cornish, explores the sounds of the new Moog Matriarch Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer, a 4-note paraphonic synth with built-in Sequencer, Arpeggiator, stereo Ladder Filters and Stereo Analog Delay.

The pinnacle of Moog's semi-modular family of synths, the Matriarch's 90 modular patch points and vintage Moog circuits provide endless sonic possibilities and unparalleled analog sound."

Moog Matriarch

Polaron DIY Drum Machine - Recording Parameter Locks

Published on Apr 18, 2019 a_guy_called_tom

"This video explains how you can change sounds on the Polaron drum machine by recording parameter locks.
The Polaron is a digital DIY drum machine. The project is open-source, go check it on Github: https://github.com/zueblin/Polaron"

You can find previous posts on the Polaron here.

Scanner Reel Easel SamplePlay

Published on Apr 25, 2019 Todd Barton

"Okay! Last exploration for awhile of Robin Rimbaud's Scanner Reel from https://freesound.org for the MakeNoise Morphagene. I really have to get back to my projects but this reel is addicting. The Buchla Easel is controlling various parameters on the Morphagene."

Double Korg Minilogue jam - Minilogue, Minilogue XD and Volca Sample with heavy effects

Published on Apr 25, 2019 Expanding Sound

"I recently picked up a Minilogue XD, and I am a big fan. My plan was to sell my old Minilogue and use the money towards the new one. It is a tough call though, the older Minilogue does have some differences that make it unique unto itself. So lately I've been having some fun with both.

I panned each Minilogue a little bit to separate the sound. I also pushed the delays pretty hard. The new ones delay is just so much cleaner, and it sounds great. Something about the old delay sounds really cool too. Its dirty and gritty. It has a life of its own.

I gravitate more towards song based jams, I used presets to change the sequences to make more complex chord progressions, as opposed to staying on a 16 step with modulation. I liked how this one sounded.

Give it a listen, and I hope you enjoy! Do you hear how different the delays sound? which do you like better?"