Two free virtual Minimoog synthesizer instruments for Windows
VoltKitchen has released version 2.3 of MinimogueVA and MinimogueLUXUS, two free virtual Minimoog synthesizer instruments for Windows.
Changes in MinimogueVA/MinimogueLUXUS v2.3
- New 24dB filter and a button to switch between the old 12dB filter and the new 24dB filter. The new filter is very advanced with built-in distortion, so it will use much more CPU. The old 12dB filter did not open up completely, but now you can enjoy the bright sound like the orignal when cutoff set to max when 24 db filter is selected. All sounds in the factory bank are set to the old filter, but I hope we can upgrade the synth with some new 24dB filter sounds later. Many of the old sounds have high resonance, and I advice you to reduce resonance level when switching to the new filter.
- Osc drive(offset) has been changed. It still has a little bit of offset just like the original, but much less than the 2.2 version.
- 10 new sounds by Sinisa Lupis.
- Added midi learn for bar-sync and the 16 gate off/on buttons.
- LUXUS version has got a new layout of controls to look similar to the new controller by Mario Jurisch of Synth-project.de.
MinimogueVA and MinimogueLUXUS are available to download as freeware VST instruments for PC.
More information: Gunnar Ekornås
Interview with Fräulein Plastique at ElectriXmas 2010
Most of you know Fräulein Plastique as one of two girls in the synthpop band Welle:Erdball, but Plastique (as we have reported on before) is also having another band on the side called The Girl and the Robot – we caught up with Fräulein Plastique at this weekends synth festival in Sweden and asked her what she has been up to and next steps in relation to her Robots and activities with Welle:
Buchla 200e & Elektron Mecha
Really nice video featuring sounds from the Buchla and Mecha, enjoy
A change from my usual shakey camera, stare at the modules videos. Some old CG things I made a while back mixed in with some goofing off in After Effects.
Via dkimcg
Interactive light and sound installation
DJ Light is an immersive public sound and light installation that gives visitors the power to orchestrate an awe-inspiring performance of light and sound across a large public space. It was created for energy company Endesa as the cornerstone of their Christmas celebrations in Lima, Peru.
DJ Light is about the exhilaration of one person taking control over a massive space and manipulating the incredible array of light and sound within it using nothing more than their own body. It is an empowering experience where the public is invited to be the artist.
The installation consists of 85 giant globes of light, each capable of displaying millions of colours. As the “guest DJ” assumes their position on the podium, they can use their arms to point and gesture. These movements are translated in real-time into beautiful movements of light and generative sound across the space.
Cinimod Studio are known for their innovative use of technologies, and it is therefore no surprise that “DJ Light” employs some truly innovative technologies. The main controlling hardware and software utilised for DJ Light was made especially for the project, and combines years of on-going research and development.
Each of the inflatable globes contain custom LED lighting, designed and fabricated for maximum controllability and energy efficiency. Each globe has a unique identity that allows the colour to be controlled from the main DJ podium. Suspended above the podium is a high accuracy thermal tracking camera that has been developed by Cinimod to allow for live tracking of the “guest DJ”. By tracking every movement of the person below, this camera communicates control signals to the main software programme that is responsible for the live sound and light generation.
With over 400 channels of lighting control and a multi-directional sound system, DJ Light is comprised of a technically advanced set-up. However it is the intention and desire of Cinimod Studio that the focus of the public should be on the beautiful and ephemeral effect of the artwork, rather than on the technology that underlies it.
Playing with Mugician for iPad
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Playing with the amazing app Mugician for iPad. Please notice that the App Store build of Mugician has pressure sense disabled. I will make new videos when my technique is better 
More about Music Apps and Mobile Music on www.musicapps.com.br
Tocando com o ótimo app Mugician para iPad. Importante dizer que a versão do Mugician que está na App Store não tem sensibilidade à pressão. Farei novos vídeos assim que minha técnica estiver melhor
Mais sobre apps musicais e música móvel no www.musicapps.com.br
Retro style Analog / Wavetable unison synth
Retro style Analog / Wavetable unison synth. The synth comes with 2 x 5 oscillators and one of them features a wavetable mode with 135 waves. The filter has an overdrive, key tracking, ADSR envelope and an extra High Pass filter to filter out unwanted low frequencies. Retronix is offered as freeware and can be used in commercial productions without restrictions. RETRONIX is available free on the official Angular Momentum site at http://www.amvst.com/node/184
Main features
- 2 Oscillators (1 with Wavetable Mode)
- Unison Detune and Spread
- Single/Dual/Fat/Ultrafat switch
- Stereo SV Filter with overdrive and second HP Filter
- Amp ADSR Envelope
- Filter ADSR Envelope
- Stereo Chorus
- Stereo Delay
- Portamento
- Pitch bend
- 180 Patches
Minimum System Requirements
Photo oscillator synth
Christmas shredding on a Korg MicroStation
More music on umop.com Read my full review of the MicroStation in the February edition of Keyboard Magazine. Enjoy this tribute to Christmas and synth metal.
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Stereoklang talks to synthmaster Daniel Myer, with Covenant and Recoil
Covenant performed at this year’s ElectriXmas and we had a quick talk with Daniel Myer about music, gear and iPads. Watch the video below
More stuff on Daniel below:
Architect is joining Recoil for the US tour after some shows together in Europe.
Architect is the creation of German mastermind Daniel Myer. In 1993 he founded the legendary electro-industrial/EBM project Haujobb. Since then he has made a name for himself within the electronic scene and initiated many other projects such as HMB, Newt and Destroid.
Since 2007, he has been a permanent member of the renowned Swedish EBM band Covenant. Created in 1998, Architect and can be easily described as the most fascinating of Daniel’s projects. Focusing primarily on minimal techno, powerfully distorted sequences and razor-sharp breakbeats, he manages to create a unique hybrid of electronica with smooth ambient soundscapes, rendering the results suitable for both listening and dancing.
PAGE – Backstage video interview at ElectriXmas
Stereoklang met up with Eddie and Marina directly after their live gig at ElectriXmas, with some quick questions on next steps, synths and more, enjoy
More on Page here as well:
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