Sunday, June 13, 2021
Classical chaos
video by Igor Vasiliev
"Main piano theme created by Rauf Kasimov using the iGrand Piano app.
Chaotic textures were created using the BeatCutter app on iPad with external sound card Focusrite Scarlett 6i6. BeatCutter can use up to four input channels to fill the matrix of samples and construct abstract rhythmic structures from fragments of the original sound.
The four sound sources for this app were synths - Moog Slim phatty thru TC Helicon Voice works, Clavia Nord Lead 3 with Doepher Dark Time sequencer thru Roland SDE-2000, Korg MS2000, Roland Juno-60 thru Eventide Harmonizer H949. All of these synth also were recorded directly and mixed with BeatCutter output. Outputs from all instruments and the BeatCutter app were recorded on a Tascam 38 and then mixed. Reverbs AKG ADR68K, Yamaha REV7 were used for mixing.
BeatCutter is an experimental multi-channel app for slicing and recombining sound based on rhythm. In the center of the app is a matrix of sample cells with smoothly reconfigurable recording, playback and control busses. This app is best for those who would like to experiment with large audio files or live instruments, creating chaotic constructions and patterns from sliced rhythm-driven samples."
You can find additional BeatCutter demos here.
BeatCutter - Feedback demo
video by Igor Vasiliev
Audio comes in at 1:37.
"The feedback mode is one of the most interesting features of the BeatCutter app. This is not like analog feedback when positive loop gain occurs at some more or less stable resonant frequency. It looks more like fractals when the next level is similar to the whole structure, but in this case with constantly changes. We can say that it works like a sound structure that evolves and changes itself. This is an incredible ability to create perfect sound abstractions, unrelated to any external samples or signals and it opens up a huge potential for experimentation and inspiration.
BeatCutter is an experimental multi-channel app for slicing and recombining sound based on rhythm. In the center of the app is a matrix of sample cells with smoothly reconfigurable recording, playback and control busses. This app is best for those who would like to experiment with large audio files or live instruments, creating chaotic constructions and patterns from sliced rhythm-driven samples."
https://apps.apple.com/app/beatcutter/id1536114453
You can find additional BeatCutter demos here.
Roland JD-Xa 49-Key Analog/Digital Crossover Synthesizer
Dave Smith (Sequential) Oberheim OB-6 SN 01252
Yamaha DX7 IIFD - serviced - with Grey Matter E! upgrade
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via this auction
"Since you're looking, you know what this is already, so I won't bore you with the details. Yes, it's a DX7, and it's the top-end 16-bit, 16-voice bi-timbral version, so what's so different about this one? Let's see ....
DX7 II fd, with a floppy drive that actually works! They never do 😁
Includes the famous Grey Matter E! extension card, greatly extending its usefulness
Version 1.2 E! firmware, the latest revision
Brand-new battery fitted
Recently professionally serviced and calibrated (such that you can with a DX7)
Factory patches loaded
Grey Matter E! demo diskette and E! patches/performances included"
via this auction
"Since you're looking, you know what this is already, so I won't bore you with the details. Yes, it's a DX7, and it's the top-end 16-bit, 16-voice bi-timbral version, so what's so different about this one? Let's see ....
DX7 II fd, with a floppy drive that actually works! They never do 😁
Includes the famous Grey Matter E! extension card, greatly extending its usefulness
Version 1.2 E! firmware, the latest revision
Brand-new battery fitted
Recently professionally serviced and calibrated (such that you can with a DX7)
Factory patches loaded
Grey Matter E! demo diskette and E! patches/performances included"
Alesis A6 Andromeda Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer
Lorre Mill Double Knot v2 Analog Synth w/ Original Box
Dave Smith Tempest w/ Gig Bag
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"Pristine condition, basically in like new condition, no more than 20 hours of use, factory screen protection still on, working as new. Includes Dave Smith soft case, Dave Smith power supply and user manual"
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"Pristine condition, basically in like new condition, no more than 20 hours of use, factory screen protection still on, working as new. Includes Dave Smith soft case, Dave Smith power supply and user manual"
Octave Plateau Cat Synthesizer SRM II Vintage Analog (NOS) SN G1218 w/ Original Box & Brochures
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via this auction
"We have been fortunate enough to acquire some New Old Stock (NOS) Cat SRM II synthesizers from Octave Plateau’s last production run in 1981. These units have never been used and were safely kept in storage since the day they were manufactured. If you’re an analog synth aficionado, here's your opportunity to own an authentic piece of electronic music history.
The Cat SRM II was manufactured in 1980 – 81 and is the best and final model of the Cat synthesizer series from the mid-1970s, which included the original Cat and Cat SRM. We calibrated and thoroughly tested these units to assure everything works as designed. The switches, pots keyboard contacts, buss bar and electronic circuits have all been cleaned and checked. We also replaced the original press-wood sides with high-quality genuine walnut wood sides and replaced critical calibration single-turn trimmers with high-precision multi- turn trimmers for greater stability. Also included is a foot switch that plugs into the back of the synthesizer (see photo) and turns on the glide function when the switch is pressed, allowing a smooth glide between notes only when desired.
Features:
Monophonic/duophonic keyboard plays two notes with memory function on second note.
Digital keyboard with single contact per key (more reliable than the dual-contact analog keyboard used on previous Cat models and most other analog synthesizers of the day).
Dual VCOs (CEM3340) with oscillator sync and mixable waveforms for complex tones.
Sub octaves on both VCOs for full, deep bass sounds.
Four-pole LPF (SSM2044) with adjustable keyboard tracking.
Versatile modulation system to create a wide variety of sounds.
LFO (with variable delay on sine output), S&H and dual envelope generators.
White noise generator.
Extensive expansion jacks on rear panel.
Although this unit has never been used, there may be some minor cosmetic imperfections, which is how it left the factory. Please refer to the photos for cosmetic details."
via this auction
"We have been fortunate enough to acquire some New Old Stock (NOS) Cat SRM II synthesizers from Octave Plateau’s last production run in 1981. These units have never been used and were safely kept in storage since the day they were manufactured. If you’re an analog synth aficionado, here's your opportunity to own an authentic piece of electronic music history.The Cat SRM II was manufactured in 1980 – 81 and is the best and final model of the Cat synthesizer series from the mid-1970s, which included the original Cat and Cat SRM. We calibrated and thoroughly tested these units to assure everything works as designed. The switches, pots keyboard contacts, buss bar and electronic circuits have all been cleaned and checked. We also replaced the original press-wood sides with high-quality genuine walnut wood sides and replaced critical calibration single-turn trimmers with high-precision multi- turn trimmers for greater stability. Also included is a foot switch that plugs into the back of the synthesizer (see photo) and turns on the glide function when the switch is pressed, allowing a smooth glide between notes only when desired.
Features:
Monophonic/duophonic keyboard plays two notes with memory function on second note.
Digital keyboard with single contact per key (more reliable than the dual-contact analog keyboard used on previous Cat models and most other analog synthesizers of the day).
Dual VCOs (CEM3340) with oscillator sync and mixable waveforms for complex tones.
Sub octaves on both VCOs for full, deep bass sounds.
Four-pole LPF (SSM2044) with adjustable keyboard tracking.
Versatile modulation system to create a wide variety of sounds.
LFO (with variable delay on sine output), S&H and dual envelope generators.
White noise generator.
Extensive expansion jacks on rear panel.
Although this unit has never been used, there may be some minor cosmetic imperfections, which is how it left the factory. Please refer to the photos for cosmetic details."
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