MATRIXSYNTH

How To Make a Test Equipment Drum Machine

video upload by HAINBACH

"Test Equipment was for me always an experiment: using unmusical science, medical and engineering tools for music is Dark Souls level of synthesis difficulty. Coaxing tones out of them requires dedication and patience, but is very rewarding, both in developing new skills and musical results. I tried to stay to true to the tiny test equipment music world, shunning easy solutions to make it music, like using it with regular sequencers, sampling the wall or excessive editing in post. But after a few crucial pieces died off and repair costs sky-rocketed and I decided to combine it with Eurorack modular. I was very surprised by the result.

LOOPS FROM THE WALL OF TEST EQUIPMENT:
https://www.patreon.com/hainbach"

MIDI NES AXE

video upload by Love Hultén

"@catbeatsofficial jammin his brand new commissioned Hultén MIDI axe!

The guitar includes a built-in NESpoly synth, a detachable dome for avatar replacement and a custom strap made from extraterrestrial skin 👽 Based on the YouRock MIDI guitar #midiisback"

video upload by sonicstate

"Jim Heywood once again helped us out by having a play with the KingKorg Neo for our listening pleasure. Enjoy.

KingKorg Neo Price: 949 GBP"

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NAMM 2024: Yamaha - Montage M - ANX Sounds Only

video upload by sonicstate

"Jim Heywood very kindly stepped up again, this time to give us a demonstration of the Yamaha Montage M, so we can have a good listen to the AN-X engine.

Yamaha Montage M 6 Price: £3,219.00"

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NAMM 2024: Midi Manufacturers Association

video upload by sonicstate

"At NAMM 2024, Pete from Microsoft discussed the progress of MIDI 2.0 integration with the Windows operating system. Microsoft is set to release a new MIDI stack with features such as multi-client support, app-to-app MIDI, virtual MIDI, and scriptable automation. They are also working on incorporating RTP MIDI and Network MIDI 2.0 into the stack. Pete showcased a monitoring tool that comes with the MIDI stack, which allows users to view and record notes, as well as send SysEx and individual messages. Microsoft is collaborating with companies like Bremers Audio and Steinberg to ensure MIDI 2.0 support on Windows. The MIDI 2.0 protocol offers high resolution and expressivity for musicians, with support from manufacturers and positive responses from users. The MIDI Association is actively engaging with companies and building specifications to enhance the musician's experience. Their goal is widespread adoption and the expansion of MIDI 2.0 capabilities in the industry.

https://midi.org/"

NAMM 2024: Folktek Resonant Garden

video upload by sonicstate

"At NAMM 2024, Sonic State had the opportunity to explore Folktek's latest creation, the Resonant Garden. Jeff demonstrated the electro-acoustic resonating instrument which boasts an intuitive design that encourages tactile interaction. Users can tap anywhere on the instrument to generate sound, and the Resonant Garden sends it through three effects processors. Each processor features seven distinct effects, providing a diverse sonic palette. The effects can be seamlessly changed by tapping on the hexagon interface, allowing for real-time experimentation.

Jeff talked to us about Folktek's recent developments, with the revelation that the company has undergone some company changes, and Resonant Garden represents a flagship product in Folktek's reintroduction to the market under new management. The instrument promises not only the revival of some classic designs but also the introduction of newer models that were previously unreleased.

Resonant Garden Price: 959 GBP"

NAMM 2024: Dreadbox - Telepathy - Sounds Only

video upload by sonicstate

"Jim Heywood of Earmonkey music gives us a demonstration of Telepathy - a full voice analog Eurorack synth module with multi-destination LFO and Envelope prviding deceptively deep modulation in a small form factor. Jim has hooked up 6 of them to make a luscious polysynth capable of different settings on each individual module.
Telepathy Bundle (6x Telepathy, 1x Psychosis, 1x 70HP modular case) Price: 967 Euros (excl. VAT)"