Orbit Sampler HTML5 Drum Machine
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Doepfer brings vintage machines and new Euroracks to NAMM
Eurorack modular creator Doepfer will be introducing ‘Vintage Versions’ of their A-100 modular synth line and they will also introduce several new modules.
A-110-3 is a Thru Zero VCO with triangle core. The term “Thru-Zero” means that even “negative” frequencies are generated. But this a bit a misleading term as negative frequencies do not really exist. “Negative” means in this connection simply that the triangle wave will stop when the linear control voltage reaches 0V and continue with the opposite direction as the linear control voltage becomes negative and vice versa.
A-110-4 is a Trapezoid Thru Zero Quadrature VCO. The module is based on an idea by Donald Tillman from 2003 but has been revised for the use of modern electronic circuits (no OTAs/CA3280). Because of it’s unique trapezoid core it’s totally different compared to other VCOs. But the trapezoid core is not the only specialty: it is also a quadrature VCO and features linear thru zero frequency modulation.
Module A-121 is a voltage-controlled multi-mode filter with a cut-off slope of -12 dB / octave. Four simultaneous outputs are available, each with different characteristics: low-pass, band-pass, high-pass and notch (or band reject). The cut-off frequency determines the point at which the respective filter effects appear. The frequency can be adjusted manually, or by voltage control (Filter modulation, for instance by an LFO or ADSR). Two CV inputs are available, whose control voltages are summed. Resonance (Emphasis or Q ) can be adjusted manually, or by voltage control, right up to self-oscillation, in which case it will behave like a sine wave oscillator.
Module A-168-1 is a pulsewidth modulation generator (PWM Module). It derives a rectangle signal with adjustable pulsewidth from an external triangle, sawtooth or sine wave. The external signal can be an LFO, VCO or any other signal with falling/rising slopes (e.g. ADSR). In addition the pulsewidth can be modulated by a CV signal (e.g. LFO or ADSR). The typical application is the generation of a rectangle signal with PWM from VCOs or LFOs which do not yet have this feature (e.g. A-110-4, A-145, A-147-2, A-143-4, A-143-9).
Note: The colorful alternate faceplates are only a design study, made with a self adhesive foil printed by a color laser printer. There are no plans to offer these versions of the modules commercially. But Doepfer plans to offer the panel designs as downloadable designs that owners can print. Doepfer has also previously introduced colorful knob options.
NAMM teaser from Dave Smith Instruments
Fairlight CMI (Computer Musical Instrument)
The ‘Mother’ of all samplers. The technology that today is used world wide to compose sampled sounds started with the The Fairlight CMI. Featured on the program ‘This Week’ from ABC-TV Australia (1980) and is demonstrated by one of the designers Pete Vogel and composer Michael Carlos playing his composition of the theme for TV series “Timewarp”.
Modular beast in action – Footprints in the Snow
Claude Debussy’s classic “Des pas sur la neige”. Made with a patch up of the large format and Euro rack format modular synthesizer. Recorded in real-time to a stereo track in Cubase with Valhalla Shimmer added in places for reverb.
SH-101 – new multi-sample synth collection for Ableton Live
Cluster Sound has announced the release of SH-101, a multi-sample synth collection for Ableton Live based on 73 multi-sample recordings and 70 one-shot FX samples coming from a vintage Roland SH-101.
SH-101 is a raving Live Pack delivers 176 Synth Racks and 70 Live Midi Clips including humping basses, squealchy leads, dirty pseudo-organs and razor-sharp sound effects. A genuine techno-oriented synth collection specifically crafted for Ableton Live.
Registered users can download a free demo pack including 4 Multi-Samples + 9 One-Shot Devices.
SH-101 for Live features
- Size: 970 MB.
- 4200+ Samples (24 Bits / 44.1 Khz).
- 103 Synth Devices.
- 70 One-Shot FX Devices.
- 70 Live Clips.
- Perfectly Looped Samples.
- One sample per note (56 notes).
- Host: Ableton Live 9.5 (Standard / Suite).
The SH-101 Live pack is available for purchase for 29 EUR.
Yamaha Montage NAMM Teaser – The New Era of Synthesizers is Coming
Moog Mother-32 Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer
The Moog Mother-32 is a semi-modular analog synthesizer that can function on its own or within a larger Eurorack modular system. Mother-32 combines classic Moog analog sound with sequencing and extensive interconnectivity. 32 modular patch points offer complex synthesis options and connection to external modules.
In this video we offer an in-depth look at what you’ll need to start building a eurorack modular rig around the Mother-32. We also have an extensive tutorial on how to use Mother-32’s built-in step sequencer and a look at some of the MIDI-to-CV conversion tricks Mother-32 can do via its assignable CV output.
Novation Circuit with Thavius Beck
Novation Brand Ambassador Thavius Beck gives us a thorough overview of the Novation Circuit grid-based groovebox, and while it may not be apparent in this final edited version, it’s worth pointing out that he did it almost entirely in one take! What a pro.
Novation Circuit combines two polyphonic synth engines, a four-part drum machine, and an intuitive grid-based sequencer. A completely standalone groovebox, Circuit features battery power and a built-in speaker. It’s also at home alongside other hardware synthesizers or synced with a DAW via USB or MIDI.
Create complete tracks in real time or by step sequencing with Circuit’s velocity-sensitive pads. Add effects and tweak your sounds on the fly—Circuit is designed to inspire.
Interesting update from Pittsburgh Modular Synths – Lifeforms SV-1 Demos
The Lifeforms SV-1 is a fully patchable synthesizer module, designed to be the heart and soul of any modular system. It features two independent, full-range analog oscillators. Each one generating beefy, organic waveforms perfect for dynamic and inspired performances. Did we mention the filter? Rich and thick, the sound of the revered Pittsburgh Modular Filter is unmistakable, dripping with harmonic character over the entire voltage controlled frequency range. In addition to the flexible oscillators and buttery filter, we rounded the SV-1 out with a staggering feature set designed to fuel the creative fire.
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