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Tuesday, September 03, 2019

New KORG Nu:Tekt NTS-1 Handheld Programmable Open Source DIY Digital Synth - Details & Demos


Uploaded on Sep 2, 2019 Korg

Expected to be available in November for $100.

Playlist:
1. Nu:Tekt NTS-1 digital kit - Build it, tweak it, connect it
2. Nu:Tekt NTS-1 digital kit - Unboxing and Assembly tutorial

"The Nu:Tekt NTS-1 digital KIT is a unique, flexible, and easy DIY synthesizer that you can easily assemble yourself, without any soldering (tool included!).

The first of its kind from KORG’s DIY-focused Nu:Tekt brand, NTS-1 packs a powerful synth and multi-effects engine into a compact form factor that you can carry and connect anywhere. Its DIY nature means it’s also very customizable. Explore the possibilities!

Track created by Phasma
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"Build it, tweak it, connect it; a world of synthesis at your fingertips!

Korg is always building new ways to experience hands-on, fun music-making.
Now, you can too.

The Nu:Tekt NTS-1 digital KIT is a unique, flexible, and easy DIY synthesizer that you can easily assemble yourself, without any soldering (tool included!).

The first of its kind from KORG’s DIY-focused Nu:Tekt brand, NTS-1 packs a powerful synth and multi-effects engine into a compact form factor that you can carry and connect anywhere. Its DIY nature means it’s also very customizable. Explore the possibilities!

NTS-1 is also completely compatible with the logue-SDK*, so it is possible to run any custom oscillator and effect content available for minilogue xd and prologue, or, create your own.

* When using 3rd party plugins on the NTS-1 please consult with the developer first as the content may sound differently than with minilogue xd or prologue based on polyphony.

A wide range of sonic possibilities

Belying its size, the Nu:Tekt NTS-1 features a digital oscillator inspired by the MULTI engine as found on the acclaimed prologue and minilogue xd, along with an extremely capable arpeggiator including multiple ranges, scales, and modes, plus dedicated spatial, modulation, and delay sections, each with multiple settings to explore.

With a single monophonic digital oscillator, one multimode filter, on EG, three LFOs, three stereo effect processors, and full arpeggiator, the NTS-1 is a very powerful, flexible, fun-to-explore synth.

The main oscillator can produce Sawtooth, Triangle, Square and VPM waveforms, and can load custom oscillators created from Korg’s logue SDK, which means it’s compatible with content created for prologue and minilogue xd. These waveforms can be easily re-shaped and adjusted just by simply turning a couple of knobs.

A wide selection of filters (Low pass 2/4-pole, High pass 2/4-pole, Band pass 2/4-pole and OPEN mode, all with resonance) give you serious control over the overall tone of the oscillator.

The three onboard effects units are inspired by those on KORG’s minilogue xd, which itself took onboard effects to a whole new level. Numerous reverbs, modulation effects, and delays are available to blend and edit at will, to really finish out your sound creations.

NTS-1 also offers a fun and practical arpeggiator with several patterns available. Scales and numerous note orders including a Random mode are also available to create new and original ideas on the fly. The pattern length can be adjusted (from 1 to 24 steps) and, when synced externally, the step duration can also be adjusted (16th to 64th notes)

Thanks to its ribbon controller, simple interface and display, the NTS-1 can be played and enjoyed very intuitively. Deeper parameter changes are also possible with several combinations of buttons / knobs, furthering the possibilities. Don’t let its size fool you; NTS-1 goes deep but keeps it all easily accessible.

Customize the experience

The fun isn’t over after you finish building the NTS-1. The screws on the side panels are long enough to let you easily attach custom side panels.

Get creative and use the NTS-1 in a wide variety of setups. Equipped with AUDIO IN, SYNC IN, SYNC OUT and MIDI IN connectors, the NTS-1 can easily be used in combination with other hardware and software.

You can control it using external MIDI controllers and sequencers, use it to modify and audio signal with its powerful digital effects, or even sync it to other hardware and jam along!

It’s also USB micro-B powered so you can plug it directly to a portable battery and take it anywhere with you! You can also connect to your computer’s USB port or directly to the power supply using a standard USB power plug.

Free bundle of music software

The NTS-1 comes with a diverse variety of music software from Izotope including 'Ozone Elements' which lets you not only create songs but also master them using AI, 'Skoove' which will help you improve your keyboard playing skills, 'Reason Lite' DAW software, as well as software synths from KORG and other brands.

In other words, the moment you get your hands on this synthesizer you'll have a variety of tools to help you take your music to the next level."

You can find additional posts featuring the KORG Nu:Tekt NTS-1

Very Early Moog Modular 903 White Sound Source Module


via Thesis Audio Service:

"We are restoring a Moog Modular for a client which has an early (1968) 903 module labelled 'White Sound Source'. This module is far more rare than the later 903-a module that was widely produced that had white and pink noise outputs.

This module is hand made on a perf board with pint to point wiring, before the 903-a printed circuit board version. It's possible that this module was handled by Dr. Moog himself (!)"

You can find demos of the 903 previously posted here. The 903 white noise module was featured in only a handful of previous posts. Note the 903-A, a different module, was a Random Signal Generator.

Casiotone 701 & REDOX spacey '70s


Published on Sep 3, 2019 SynthMania

"Casio Casiotone 701 run through Kilpatrick Audio REDOX stereo reverb in a 1970s spacey style
(note - my fifteen year old son Vincent came downstairs as I was preparing the thumbnail and took over)"

Octave Voyetra 8 Sound Collage by Protek



"A collage of sounds that were made with the amazing Octave Plateau Voyetra 8. One of the best analog polysynths, IMO. Fortunately, I owned the latest rev. so the synth was trouble-free. It's keyboard (VPK-5) could be a little stiff-feeling at times but the aftertouch and velocity sensitivity of it made it a unique part of playing the Voyetra. Definitely not an easy synth to program. I found it excelled at modulation-type sounds, pads and even bass patches."

Buchla Audio Demos by Protek

Buchla 266 Noise & Modulations


"My first experiments with the Buchla 266 SOU.

Simple patch with noise output going to input of 291e (stepping through it's 8 step seq.). Some steps on the 291e seq. have modulation applied. The 266 controls the oscillator's frequency as well as the pan position that the noise goes to on the 227e. The oscillator is going through a Moogerfooger MF-104 delay pedal."

259/266/281e/PR


"Patch focuses on the interaction between the 266, 281e, and 259. Pendulum Ratchet establishes rhythm and tempo.

Basic outline for this patch...
The Fluctuating Random Voltages section of the 266 modulates both the attack and decay of the 281e. The 281e in turn modulates the Timbre of the 259. Towards the end of the piece I start modulating the Principal Oscillator with the Modulation Oscillator (by using Phase Lock and FM)."

Rare - Bo Tomlyn's Vol 1, 2, 3, and 4 ROM Cards For Korg M3R Rack Mount Synth

Note: Auction links are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

"Google Bo Tomlyn, he shaped the synthesizer sounds of the 80's and now you can play some of the presets he created for the Korg M3R. These cards really breathe life back into the Korg M3R synthesizer."

He also did patches for the DX7. Little bits of synth history...

Behringer Odyssey + VC340 + Neutron Demo Song


Premiered 7 hours ago RuFo Music

This one was spotted and sent in via Soviet Space Child.

"This is a demo song made with Behringer Odyssey, Behringer VC340 (the one in the blue video through an Electro Harmonix Smallstone analog phaser) and Behringer Neutron, as well as two software synthesizers (Reveal Sound "Respire" for bright arpeggios and Rob Papen "Predator" for bass), because yes digital and analog synths can coexist side by side. This is a new piece, and not based on the previous demo sequence.

Many synth demos show only sounds and features, but I want to show the musical side of it and make a piece of music - that is after all what they are made to do! In all the technical discussions, let's not forget about the music!

The video shows a live performance of the dual-voiced lead of the song, where I play the Odyssey and Neutron (Neutron is controlled by a Roland MIDI keyboard), and they alternate which synth is leading and which is following. This was a technically difficult piece to play due to the multitasking of two voices, recording the result into Reason, and filming with a camera strapped to my head at the same time, but it was also good fun!"

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Behringer#FCC_dispute

Behringer RD-8: Classic Patterns & Beats


Published on Sep 1, 2019 benanderson89 & BEHRINGER

These spotted and sent in via Soviet Space Child. Note the first three videos are by benanderson89, and the rest by BEHRINGER. You can use the player controls to skip around.

Playlist:

1. Behringer RD-8, Deep Mind 12, Casio CZ-1: Electro improv
Improvised electro clip using a Behringer RD-8, Behringer Deep Mind 12 and Casio CZ-1

1:07 to hear the drums soloed from the rest of the mix.
2. Behringer RD-8: Classic Patterns
Unprocessed MP3s: https://1drv.ms/u/s!AgdyCglJtL5fga50U...

Three classic 808 patterns redone using the RD-8. Reverb, EQ and compression used.
3. Behringer RD-8: Classic Patterns 2
Four more classic TR-808 patterns recreated on the Behringer RD-8. After a few more days with the machine I've gotten a better understanding of how it works, and I can get it so close to an original machine that Gear Slutz forums have started splitting hairs.

Egypt, Egypt uses the cowbell trigger out for the "click" sound.
Hanging on a string has a full effects and mastering chain.
Voodoo Ray and Planet Rock are captured raw from the RD-8.
4. Classic Beats RD-8 Episode1 - BEHRINGER
5. Classic Beats RD-8 episode 2 - BEHRINGER
Featuring Loose Ends - Hanging On A String (1984)

Recorded with RD-8, Xenyx 2442, FX 2000, Klark Teknik 1176-KT
6. RD-8 Tips Part 1: Step & Note Repeat - BEHRINGER
7. RD-8 Tips Part 2: Pattern Chaining - BEHRINGER

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Behringer#FCC_dispute

Hydrasynth Patch Demos by Paul Schilling



"(Note: The first sound, GXUltraPad, uses none of the FX...only WaveStack and PWM are used to create the lush character)

Proud to have been part of the sound design team for one of the most exciting new synths and controllers to come out in a long time: Hydrasynth - Digital Wave Morphing Synthesizer with Polyphonic Aftertouch. It has an amazing internal synth engine and can also be used as an affordable poly-AT controller for any synth that is able to receive it. This includes pretty much all DSI / Sequential synths, Deckard's Dream, Kijimi, Xerxes, and of course all kinds of soft synth.

These are sound demos for the patches I have created for the Hydrasynth. It has a very broad sound palette, check out more sounds here: https://soundcloud.com/ashunsoundmachines"

Check out the announcement post for the ASM Hydrasynth here.

Todd Barton: See you at Knobcon 2019


Published on Sep 3, 2019 Todd Barton

"If you’re at #knobcon2019 swing by the @buchlausa booth and chat, then catch my little talk on Saturday at 1:30pm. Looking forward to seeing/meeting folks! https://knobcon.com https://buchla.com"
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