Casio VL-mod
The clip is only a patch demonstration. I used some MFOS to modify this VL-1.
Go to the tumblr to see the audio-voltage signal path.
Dave Smith Instruments – Prophet 08 PE Synthesizer Demo
Showcasing just 3 programs of the Prophet ’08 PE
LULLABY (THE CURE cover) TB3, EMX1, microBRUTE, microKORG, VOLCA, mkp2, TCE Flashback
Gear used:
Roland AIRA TB3
Korg electribe EMX-1
Korg Volca Bass
Korg Volca Keys
Arturia Microbrute
Korg MicroKorg
Mini Kaoss Pad 2
TC Electronic Flashback
Synthrotek DS-M Eurorack Analog Drum Synth Module
The DS-M (Drum Synth Module) is a complex, modifiable, 100% analog drum synth loosely based on the Coron DS-8 and neatly packaged into an 8hp module.
Changes to the original DS-8 include:
VCA-like trigger input (more voltage = louder output)
Trimmer-adjustable attack
LED trigger indicator
1v/o tracking (C0-C4)
Triangle core oscillator
Additional noise color switch setting (3 settings instead of 2)
More distinct noise timbres
Louder, improved noise circuit
Really LOW bass frequencies
Total range ~4Hz to 2.6kHz
Vintage Accordion – new virtual instrument based on a vintage Italian accordion made in Castelfidardo
PSound has announced Vintage Accordion, a new virtual instrument based on a vintage Italian accordion made in Castelfidardo in the 60’s.
To realized it I made a deep study about its special sound. I love that sound and all its expressive variations! To capture its soul I worked with amazing technical tools (from microphones to sound card, from editing software to developement system)!
I recorded, edited and looped almost 1300 waveforms for a total of 2GB of memory storage. All samples are perfectly looped. I recorded all the registers of my accordion, all the keys for 4 velocity layers and 2 round robin.
I adopted a filter to simulate the harmonic variation of sounds during its dynamic range. I separately recorded the key-on and key-off noises for a more realistic sound! Now I can tell: “Yes! This is its real sound!”.
The library will be available for purchase soon, priced at 119 EUR.
The Build — Phase84 Perform View
Phase 84 is now in review and will be available to all soon! In the meantime Louis demos the Perform View with an awesome Groove Gate and XY pads.
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Oddity2 – synthesizer instrument modelled on the legendary ARP Odyssey
GForce has announced the release of Oddity2, a synthesizer instrument modelled on the legendary ARP Odyssey, manufactured between 1972 and 1981.
Sporting a new livery based on the final revision Odyssey, Oddity2 takes the character and operational architecture of the original and, via a wave of enhancements, transports the spirit of the original into a new dimension.
While the duophonic and monophonic modes have been retained, Oddity2 now also offers a monophonic legato mode which wasn’t evident on the Odyssey, plus a Polyphonic Mode. Now finally it’s possible to stop wondering what the Odyssey’s classic tones would sound like within the context of chord based structures, and put it into practice. Everything from spiky and resonant textures to lush and warm pads sounds can either be programmed from Oddity2’s intuitive controls or simply dialled up via the accompanying presets.
Furthermore, via three filter modes and an additional oscillator, Oddity2 can sound as versatile and punchy as its main rival back in the day.
Oddity2 doesn’t stop there either, in order to overcome the original instrument’s limitation of a single LFO, they’ve also added the ability to apply an additional LFO and ADSR to almost any of the main Oddity2 sliders, which gives the instrument almost unrivalled versatility and depth when it comes to sound design options.
Additional improvements over its predecessor include an on-board delay, spread or random pan modes, patch morphing via beats or seconds, program change recognition and implementation of the two octave transpose switch for dynamic real-time performances.
Oddity2 for Windows and Mac (VST/AU/RTAS) is currently on sale for £99 GBP inc VAT. The upgrade from Oddity is £49 GBP inc VAT.
EGLM1 – new drum machine for iPad, inspired by the Linn LinnDrum
Elliott Garage has introduced EGLM1 – a software drum machine for iPad, inspired by the classic Roger Linn LinnDrum drum machine.
Features:
- 16 programmable rhythm patterns with variable length
- Save the pattern you’ve created and play songs
- Automation of Drumkit parameters (pan, volume and mix)
- Song Mode page (swipe to left to open it) with loop option
- Swing and tap tempo
- Core MIDI & clock MIDI (network session, external controller, inter app midi)
- Audiobus
- Interapp Instrument
- Record and export your performance with iTunes, eMail or Audio Copy
- Korg Wist sync
Official audio/video demos are to come.
EGLM1 is available for US $2.99 in the App Store.
New video from M.O.D. – Broken Machinery
The official videoclip of M.O.D.’s next single “Broken Machinery”, produced by Blackbeat Production, is out now. The Milan based act also has 2 albums up for free download via their Bandcamp page: “R3M1X AИD R3-C0V3R” and “Le Dios Mechanische”.
Nord Drum 2 – Advanced Synthesis
This tutorial explains how to create a drum kit with acoustic qualities.
Performance by Boska.
Read more about the Nord Drum 2:
http://www.nordkeyboards.com/products…
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