David Bowie has released a new track for TV series
Bowie to contribute brand new original song for opening credits on new crime thriller airing this autumn.
David Bowie has recorded a brand new original song of use in the opening credits for forthcoming crime thriller The Last Panthers.
This marks the first time Bowie has contributed original music for use in film or television in 20 years and comes after Bowie and the series’ director Johan Renck met during the show’s filming. Of Bowie’s contribution to the series, Renck says: “I was looking for one of the icons of my youth to write the music for the title sequence, but was presented with a God. His first response was precise, engaged and curious. The piece of music he laid before us embodied every aspect of our characters and the series itself – dark, brooding, beautiful and sentimental (in the best possible incarnation of this word). All along, the man inspired and intrigued me and as the process passed, I was overwhelmed with his generosity. I still can’t fathom what actually happened…” The series will air in the UK this autumn giving you a chance to hear the track.
ROLAND JD-XA // All Factory Presets
Testing the presets of brandnew ROLAND JD-XA. BANK C: PADS.
Using arpeggios and preset sequences if there are any preprogrammed. Tweaking occasionally. JD-XA does not contain any drum kits as its smaller and cheaper sibling is providing. If there are any drums to be heard they’re mostly programmed from scratch with the internal sound engines — both digital and analog.
More thoughts about the synth:
Many options. But it is a little bit the JD800 problem: the basic sound is quickly edited but the fine tuning takes hours because you have to step thru hundreds of parameters in a 2-line-display (without dial!!!).
No computer editor!
The sequencer is almost the same as in JD-Xi with the same flaws. It crashes frequently and it DOES NOT TRANSPOSE! I hope Roland will fix and implement this with the next update.
About the integration of digital and analog section: The routing is a bit confusing to me but once you managed to lea a digital sound through the analog section it sounds very nice. The digital waves are also well chosen and sounding. For understanding the concept: There are two synths — one digital, one analog — that only share the housing and the FX. As a consequence you cannot choose a digital waveform in your analog synth you can only lead a complete sound of the digital machine through the analog section for sound enhancement.
But all in all it is a versatile well sounding synth!
Kickstarter teaser: Arpeggio KS Announcement from Tangible Instruments
Kickstarter coming 9.29.15.
The first dedicated arpeggiator and sequencer in one portable device. A simple instrument for composing, saving, and performing melodies.
Features:
- Create and save sequences seamlessly during play.
- Classic up, up-down, down, down-up, & random arpeggiator modes.
- Chain together up to 512 user created arpeggio patterns.
- Internal 2-oscillator virtual analog monophonic synth.
- Adjust note lengths and add rests into your sequence.
- USB, 1/4″ & 1/8″ audio out, MIDI in/out, CV/gate out.
- Gate in/out for syncing to analog gear.
- Control external hardware and software synths.
- High quality internal speaker.
- AC & battery powered. Make melodies anywhere!
Moog Sub 37 Mega Demo 64 Patches
All video and audio by G-Storm Electro c.2015
Visit http://gstormelectronica.blogspot.com/ to download the patches.
Doing something a little different this time. I have packed ALL 64 of my original Sub 37 patches into a 4-track MEGA DEMO, a cornucopia of basses, leads, arpeggios, and otherworldly sound effects. Everything you hear is ALL SUB 37, I wanted something true to the tone of just the Sub 37 and nothing else. You may see other effects and things in the background, but NONE are used here.
It took two weeks to compose, film, and edit the video.
The patches are free to download on my blog as a system exclusive file, AKA sysex. If you do, be sure to FIRST backup your own sounds to a computer, and confirm they are saved. If you need guidance be sure to check out my video at https://youtu.be/ulNTvar2fCQ for uploading sysex patches to a synthesizer using a MIDI utility program like MidiOX.
7 Minutes with an Ipad Synth – Cakewalk Z3TA+
In this week, 7 Minutes with an Ipad Synth features Cakewalk Z3TA+ Synthesizer. If you have already the version for PC and MAC, so you know what you can do with this Synthesizer. This power is now available for iPad and it’s fantastic for IOS.
Available here (Support Synth Anatomy using the links)
https://geo.itunes.apple.com/lu/app/z…
In depth with the Roland System-100 plug-out paired with the Absynth
My explorations with the free trial of the Roland System-100 Plug-out continue. I made this evolving machine-like patch from scratch on the System-100 then routed it through Absynth FX using Aetherizer with params modulate by LFOs.
Roland Aira Modular EFX: first look
The four new Roland Aira Eurorack effects modules, Bitrazer, Demora, Scooper & Torcido.
- Bitrazer combines intense bit and sample rate crushing effects
- Demora is a high-resolution delay module
- Scooper combines a single-pass loop recorder and Scatter effect
- Torcido is designed to deliver ‘classic Roland distortion sound’
The modules are unique in that they can be used as standalone tabletop effects or incorporated into Eurorack systems. They also can have their internal signal flow repatched, using the AIRA Module Customizer.
The modules have street prices of about $300 apiece.
Real Time Automation of Roland System-100 Plug-out with Ableton Live
http://www.MarkMosherMusic.com
Just downloaded the trial of Roland System-100 plugout and thought I’d experiment with “wrenching” it around using real-time automation and automation envelopes in Live. Love this thing – woot!
Jean Michel Jarre – 4th Rendez Vous COVER
No copyright infringement intended.
Used for the purpose of criticism and education.
Sequenced parts done on Cubase 5 then audio mixdown passed to Roland SP-404.
Kurzweil K2000 connected via Midi to Roland JV-2080 fully expanded + Roland V-Synth XT
Roland JP-8000
Yamaha AN1x
Al the details on the new Roland JP-08 Synthesizer Module
The legendary Jupiter-8 synth is back – as a limited-edition module no bigger than a book. Part of the Roland Boutique series, the JP-08 is all about hands-on control and that iconic Jupiter sound. With an array of 36 knobs and sliders from the original Jupiter-8 front panel, the 4-voice JP-08 is highly programmable and encourages sonic experimentation, especially with the built-in speaker and battery operation. Using Roland’s acclaimed Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology the JP-08 faithfully reproduces the original Jupiter-8 sounds and adds a few new twists in the form of extra LFOs and expanded VCO range. You can even slide the JP-08 into the K-25m keyboard unit (not included) for a self-contained, go-anywhere synth experience.
Huge Synth. Small Package.
The Jupiter-8 was a big synth in every way; physically imposing with loads of knobs and sliders, and most importantly, a huge sound. The JP-08 retains the big sound of the Jupiter-8 but shrinks everything else – including the price – into a module measuring under 12″ across.
Hands-on control
With such an expressive sound engine, you’ll want to shape the sounds to match your mood. With 36 of the original parameters accessible from the front panel, the JP-08 is all about hands-on control, and even users of the Jupiter-8 will quickly feel at home as the user interface and programming ‘feel’ is highly reminiscent of the original.
New Sound-Shaping Options
Even though the JP-08 is an authentic recreation of the Jupiter-8, Roland also included a few extras. The JP-08 adds several new waveforms to the original architecture, including TRI and NOISE for the LFO and SIN for VCO-1, and both VCOs have an expanded range for even more sound shaping potential.
Develop Your Ideas with a 16-Step Sequencer
The onboard 16-step sequencer is a sonic scratchpad that lets you try out new ideas without bringing lots of gear – it can even be used without a keyboard. And if there’s no keyboard connected, the ribbon controller lets you preview the sound, making it an ideal way to program patches quickly and easily.
Optional K-25m Keyboard Unit
The JP-08 works especially well with the K-25m, an optional 25-key velocity sensitive keyboard that takes your music making to the next level. Once docked in the keyboard, the module’s front panel adjusts to three positions for convenient access to the knobs and sliders.
Chain Mode
One of the killer features of the original Jupiter-8 was its ability to create huge pads, splits and layers using its 8 voices of polyphony. The JP-08 features a chain mode that allows you to connect two JP-08 modules using the MIDI ports and create one, 8-voice synthesizer, just like the original. Adding additional modules adds another 4 voices of polyphony with each module. This is especially great when controlling the JP-08 from a larger external keyboard. You can even edit the sound from the master module and control both units. Great for real-time filter sweeps and LFO effects.
Battery or USB Bus Power
Some of the best music is made away from the studio, so the Roland Boutique series runs on 4 x AA batteries, ready for when inspiration strikes. Alternatively, you can power the JP-08 via USB bus power.
USB Audio Interface for Direct Recording Into Your DAW
The built-in USB port also functions as a high-quality 24bit, 44.1 kHz audio interface, for a fast, simple and reliable way of recording directly to your DAW application. You can keep your favorite patches and sequencer patterns safe too, via the USB data backup function.
Features:
– Ultra-compact recreation of the iconic Jupiter-8 synthesizer
– Retains the feel, sound, character and user interface of the original
– 36 of the original synth parameters controllable from the front panel
– Adds several additions not found on the original Jupiter-8, including extra waveforms, expanded VCO range
– Chain mode allows two JP-08 to function as one 8-voice module
– Highly portable for mobile music making
– High-quality construction with metal front panel
– Dual ribbon controllers for pitch bend, modulation, and sound preview
– Battery-operated (4xAA) or USB powered
– 24 bit/ 44.1 kHz stereo IN/OUT USB audio interface
– Built-in 0.5W mini-speaker for instant enjoyment
– Compatible with optional K-25m keyboard unit
NOTE: Showed with optional K-25m keyboard.
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