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Sputnik Dual Oscillator [Episode 136]

Published on May 2, 2019 CatSynth TV

"We take a closer look at the features and sound quality of the Dual Oscillator from Sputnik Modular. It is a particularly smooth and timbrally rich oscillator with a myriad of internal and external modulation opportunities.

For more information, please visit http://sputnik-modular.com/dual-oscil...

"The Sputnik Dual Oscillator is 100% analog with both generators tracking v/oct, includes a timbre waveshaper plus harmonic dial, two FM inputs, 6 outputs including “Final” out, unipolar CV out and a modulation bus that allows for immediate and extreme timbral control.

The DUAL OSCILLATOR features:

Two Oscillators – Gen 1 with V/Oct, CV input, VCO or LFO mode switch, Triangle, Saw or Square selectable output and FM input. Gen 2 with V/Oct, CV input, FM input and external sync input.
Modulation control section including switches for AM, FM for Timbre bus modulation, CV input for modulation control amount, manual modulation index control and a sync switch making Gen 1 sync to Gen 2.
Harmonics section controls waveshaping of timbre and includes CV or manual controls for Symmetry and Order
Timbre section (primary waveshaping section) includes CV or manual control
Output 1 section includes 3 outputs: Triangle, Select (Triangle, Ramp, Square) waveform and unipolar CV output
Output 2 section includes 3 outputs: Sine, Square and Final (master output)"

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Brooklyn Synth Expo Set for June 8 - 9

6th Brooklyn Synth Expo - 80+ builders & 500+ devices in a room, coming up on June 8-9

"Brooklyn, NYC - One of the first synth gatherings of its kind, and the only one 100% free to the public, the Brooklyn Synth Expo is an in-the-headphones show of electronic instrument that was launched in 2014, three years after its sister event, the Stompbox Exhibit.

After noticing a growing affinity between the synth and guitar pedal formats, the organizers in 2018 decided to unify them under a big Synth and Pedal Expo, which attracted a record number of 2,500 visitors, making it one of the best-attended synth events in the US.

This year's event, scheduled for June 8-9 will feature for the first time also a series of presentations and workshops in an adjacent room.

While most expos of this kind are hosted in far-flung hotels or convention centers, the Brooklyn Synth Expo is located close to where musicians live, and because of this feels very much like an underground party: this year's event will be hosted in a large (for NYC standards) video facility in Bushwick, the industrial-turned-cool neighborhood many local musicians call home.

This year's show features 80+ vendors and over 500 devices to play with, with a growing presence of Eurorack and Virtual Synth manufacturers.

As usual, there will be plenty of deals on synth and pedals, and also the opportunity to sell and exchange synths through the presence of legendary New Jersey synth store Three Wave Music.

The event is free but requires RSVP, all info can be found here."

Moog Model 15 re-issue

Published on May 2, 2019 MrFirechild

"This track is using the Moog Model 15 modular re-issue for all sounds. Main them is an interpretation of the Das Boot theme by Klaus Doldinger (1981). Additional composition and production by www.firechild.se. The track is called The Boat Interpretation and can be found on the Firechild album Reborn (2019). Coverart by Pontus Aratoun. Visuals created using Plane9. (www.plane9.com). Music is available at mrfirechild.bandcamp.com"

Planar FM Indexing

Published on May 2, 2019 Intellijel

"Scales and Planar are a ton of fun together, and with them in a palette case it leaves enough room for 2 Dixies, a µVCA and µVCF. In this patch we're using Planar as an FM Index for the 2 Dixies with µVCF self oscillating as the modulation source.

Scales is playing a sequence, and the different trigger modes have a big impact on how things sound. All these factors combine to make this patch lots of fun to play!"

Akai AX80

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"A very cool polyphonic analogue synthesizer manufactured in the 80s. It has some wear but everything works 100%. Here is a chance to get the real thing in nice shape."

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1975 ARP 1613 Analog Sequencer SN 0428

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"Incredibly rare ARP 1631 Analog Sequencer in 100% functional condition. Very clean, and recently serviced by a pro. See photos for physical condition.

This is an incredibly powerful analog sequencer, even today.

2 x 8 steps, or 1 x 16 steps, it has random mode, clock FM modulation for complex clocking, pulse width modulation to alter the gate length, 3 gate busses you can assign each step to, 1/8" CV modulation I/O points throughout.

It outputs two channels of standard 1v/oct quantized CV, and the clocks and gate signals are also eurorack compatible."

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Circuit Bent Casio PT-82 Retro DIY Synthesizer

Published on May 2, 2019 Ellie Dunno

"Put some heavy mods on this old boii plus a rad case, laser cut face plate, and a stupid paint job! He's sounding like a real grown up synth now. Thanks for checking it out friends! :)

Mods include;

- Pitch Control
- Warp
- Crush
- Sub Octave -1 & -2
- Resonant VCF Low Pass
- LFO (controls pitch or vcf)
- 5 Channel Mixer (one channel per voice)
- Delay / Echo"

New SYNTH-WERK Model 15 Modular System Coming to SUPERBOOTH19

New 5U/MU format modular system from SYNTH-WERK.

A follow-up to their Model 10 and Model 12 posted here.

The will be at booth H352 at SUPBERBOOTH19.

And the details:

SW MODEL 15 SYNTHESIZER FOR STUDIO AND STAGE

Powering up a SYNTH-WERK is not about switching on – it’s about letting an outstanding instrument come to life!

Masterly handcrafted in Munich, Germany with respect and dedication to a beautiful mind.

SW907A
SW995
SW904A
SW902
SW902

SW921A
SW921B
SW921B
SW923
SW921
SW911
SW911

SW CP3 Mixer
SW Reversible Attentuator
SW CP Multiples&Attenuators
Power Switch

Weight: approx. 18 kg
Width: 46 cm
Depth: 21 cm, plus 4 cm cover
Height: 63,5 cm

The SYNTH-WERK Model 15 can serve you in many ways:

IN THE STUDIO
Make your Model 15 the center of your recording studio and upgrade your modular synthesizer setup with a sound that cre- ated legends. Except for phone-plug-size 5U-modules are by the way fully compatible and patchable to Eurorack Systems, so it ́s not about adding another niche, it’s about expanding your own musical eco-Model and let it grow.

ON STAGE
The SYNTH-WERK Model 15 is a powerfull performer, longing to be used live on stage. Whether you will use it with a sequenc- ing-unit or a keyboard, be assured to have some outstanding sonic possibilities right there at your fingertips. Playing this won- derful instrument is more like talking to an old friend, analogue to that time and space being second-tier – so: enjoy!

The Synthesizer 15 build from 1974 on, equal to its numbered 12 and 10 predeces- sor, was a landmark of craftsmanship.

Likewise its forerunner, the SYNTH-WERK Model 12 is considered an extraordinary example of a supreme and compact com- bination of 5U-tools with explicit portability in mind. Every single unit is composed from a careful selection of the finest prime parts available. At heart it relies on our latest achievement in successfully recre- ating the versatility of the 921 Oscillator in every aspect imaginable, resulting in a SW921A Control Unit combined with two SW921B-Oscillators, alongside an indepen- dent SW921 module.

Compared to the puristic design and mu- sical rawness of its ancestor, the SYNTH- WERK 921 unfolds its capabilities likewise in a much more sophisticated and grownup manner, accompanied by increased tonal flexibility. This is mainly obtained by careful observation of the original build and meanwhile rethinking the whole circuit to produce a VCO that sounds as good as the original. Therefore we respectfully integrat- ed only highly accurate parts and authentic NOS parts, following the original circuit design without any compromise!

The units are extended by a classic SW903A Random Signal Generator as well as the voltage controllable famous lowpass Ladder Filter model SW904A which imparts essentially every audiosource imaginable with its unique character.

More sound sculpting possibilities are implemented with a SW907A Half-octave Filter module that is capable to come up with some structural and flexible formant shaping, not at least due to some integrated custom made high-class inductors. Besides dynamic modulation the two SW911 ele- ments can be used to describe the contour and envelope of the resulting sound by targeting the SW902 Amplifier or as well controlling the SW904A Lowpass-Filter. Regarding attack and decay times you can choose from the same luscious bandwidth like its reference from two milliseconds up to ten seconds.

It is worth mentioning, that you can decide to go for a custom configuration containing the advanced SW914 Fixed Filter Bank, a MIDI/CV Interface or any other configura- tion you desire. The SYNTH-WERK Model 15 ships perfectly embraced in a tolex cov- ered replica of an original Moog Style trav- el-enclosure with front lid and an integrated well-spaced custom power supply unit.

Introducing Metamorph by DNIPRO MODULAR

Published on Apr 30, 2019 DNIPRO MODULAR

"Metamorph is a versatile eurorack sequencer and cv controller, that can control and sequence several parameters at once."

"Metamorph

Eurorack sequencer / Cv controller

Metamorph is a versatile 4 stage x 3 channel cv source with built in sequencer and glide. Inspired by a Serge Tcherepnin concept, Metamorph is designed to control several parameters at once and creates a complex cv source for eurorack system. Each channel is represented by a column of pots, while each column is divided into 4 individual stages by rows, with corresponding button and gate out. It is possible to change stages manually by pressing stage buttons or to sequence them by external sources, like clock, lfo, envelopes etc. Metamorph has a special user sequence feature, which allow to program play oder and duration of the stages, create unique sequence with individual timing per stage and memorize it.

Operating Metamorph is quick and immediate in a good analog fashion, with single control per function. Two modules can be linked together to create a 8-step sequencer with dual CV outs per channel. Additionally, every channel has a deep glide control for performing fast or really slow voltage slides between stages. And, of course, there are ordinary sequencer cv inputs, like reset, hold and revers direction.

Features
3 channels x 4 step sequencer
glide per channel with wide range
two modules can be chained to create 8 stages and double outputs
selectable voltage ranges, uni or bipolar
individual gate outs per stage
cv in input for selecting stages with cv
skiff friendly
solid responsive buttons for manual stage selection

Technical details
20 hp
50 mA +12V
20A -12V
0 mA 5V
28 mm deep
output ranges: 0V to 5V, 0V to 10V, -2.5V to 2.5V, -5V to 5V"

https://www.dnipro-modular.net