Monotonic Labs U-73 and the “Secret Space Time Quartet”
A short electronic piece featuring the theremin like sounds of the Monotonic Labs Type- U-73 (sorry not pictured here yet, but will so in future videos), playing over a scored section of heavy electronic makeshift pizzacato strings by an overdriven string section (“these are not even string patches” but parts played on an Ensoniq SD-1). The lo=fi sounds out of the SD-1 were made intentionally..by no means does it represent what the SD-1 sounds like with it’s better patches! Another note, I did have an ESQ-m patch going into the U-73 VCO input which effects the timbre somewhat. (This is a REV-E model, not all U-73’s have inputs).
“Scene: (In the year 2054) when the soloist U-73 player rehearses for a gig with a bunch of stuffy white shirt stringonauts on a space station “
Alva Noto – univrs (uniscope version) live @ MAC
(Shot with an iPhone) but this is the opening segment of alva noto’s (carsten nicolai) spectacular live performance of univrs (uniscope version) in the Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal May 4th. The artist had mirrors installed on either side of the projection wall in the already very wide chamber resulting in a very convincing display of visuals to infinity. Derivative’s Markus Heckmann has worked closely with Nicolai over the last 3 years to produce the performance visuals in TouchDesigner. The ‘uniscope version’ of univrs is the most refined and mind-blowing rendition of the work yet.
Envelop Detected Waterphone
A simple exploration using a contact mic on one of Richard Water’s Waterphones, a Buchla 207r’s preamp and a CBS 130 Envelop Detector — all was sent to various CV ins of a 258v oscillator and a 266r Source of Uncertainty. Oh yeah, and the final output going through a Eventide Space reverb. more on waterphones here: waterphone.com/ and a better audio of a similar exploration here:
soundcloud.com/user7621213/envelop-detected-waterphone
MIDI Designer iPhone demo – iOS MIDI controller designer
The MIDI Designer app for iPad / iPhone (support coming soon) allows you to design the perfect MIDI controller to fit your needs. This is quick demo of the iPhone version which will be available soon as a free update. What really sets this app apart from the Lemur iOS app is that you can design ON YOUR DEVICE. Lemur does feature the physics engine but I’ve gotten word from the developer that we may see that at some point: http://twitter.com/MIDIDesigner/status/250668991553626112
Help support the iOS Musician blog by purchasing any featured apps you intend on buying via the links below.
MIDI Designer on the App Store: http://bit.ly/MIDIDesignerAS
There’s also a lite version: http://bit.ly/MIDIDesignerLiteAS
Introducing the powerful LuSH-101 multilayer synthesizer
D16 Group has announced the availability of LuSH-101 (formerly known as SHIOITOR), the long awaited authentic sounding virtual synthesizer for Windows and Mac.
LuSH-101 is a synthesizer created from modules that can be found in many modern virtual synthesizers, all combined into a single compact and logically intuitive design. This basic simplicity combined with its multilayer architecture turns it into an easy-to-use but extremely powerful instrument that can be programmed and tweaked quickly.
The multilayer architecture guarantees that both the sound design possibilities and number of unique situations in which LuSH-101 can be used are virtually limitless. Any combination of keyboard splits, layers, and multitimbrality is possible with just a single instance of LuSH-101. Each layer working as an independent synthesizer with its own polyphony, parameters, enhanced arpeggiator, and a palette of eight insert effects.
LuSH-101 comes complete with a powerful built in mixer, complete with layer-independent parametric equalizers, compressors and three send effects: reverb, delay and chorus.
Innovative oscillator algorithms developed by D16 Group make LuSH-101 sound exactly like a sampled hardware analog synth. Filters with constant resonance across the entire frequency domain has natural warmth and character.
A generous factory library contains more than 1600 presets of every type, while intuitively designed preset browser keeps everything organized and easy to locate.
LuSH-101 for Windows and Mac (32 & 64bit VST/AU) is available to purchase for 149 EUR/$199 USD/£119 GBP incl. taxes (if applicable). LuSH-101 is now also included in the Total Bundle. Discounts are available to registered product owners from their User Area at the D16 Group website.
Mode Machines Xox-Rack
For more Informations about the Mode Machines x0x Rack please visit:
http://www.modemachines.com
Here’s how Mode Machines describes it:
The Socksbox MK2 is the consequent onwards devolopment of the perfect TB-303 Clone. We have improved the production flow of this model and switched the production to exclusive 100% German hand made quality.
This fact will guarantte you a much better sound by full discrete analogue signal processing. We also guarantee that our chief technician will calibrate each unit personally and by hand to sound like a real TB-303. We will not release a unit for shipping before it sounds like the “real thing”.
Addionally we have improved the quality of the pots, encoders, switches by only using components from the best suppliers, most of them from Germany.
We wish you a lot of fun with the new Socksox – the best 303-Clone ever made!
Based on the original x0xb0x by Limor Fried, Adafruit Industries – http://www.adafruit.com
Features
- 100% analogue TB-303 circuitry
- Additional Sequencer Functions
- MIDI IN/OUT/THRU
- SYNC OUT
- USB
- BANKLOADER
- SOKKOS OS
- CV/GATE
- HEADPHONE OUT
- MIX INPUT FOR AUDIO
- YELLOW LED´s
Getting up to speed with the new KORG KROME workstation
Background info (Googlish from Japanese):
“/ A place called new york New York where it was referred to as” from the live Yuko Takeshi world that was held at the 2012 meeting Korg product launches / KID. September 6, 2012, recorded at Mt.RAINIER HALL SHIBUYA PLEASURE PLEASURE.
Starring: Takeshi world Yuko (Key = KORG KROME), (Dr) Masashi Hattori
HIROKO SEBU | Yuko Takeshi world
About the KROME in Korg’s own words:
Offering full-length, unlooped samples of every key for a spectacular piano sound, this new keyboard redefines your expectations for an instrument in this class. Taking its name from the Greek word meaning “color,” Krome is the new standard for sonic excellence in a gigging musician’s keyboard, providing a limitless palette of sound to bring vivid inspiration your music. Introducing the Krome Music Workstation.
Product Highlights:
- The Korg workstation ideal for any style of piano playing
- Kronos-derived full length, unlooped piano and drum sounds, plus new electric pianos designed to shine on stage
- Electric pianos with eight-level velocity switching for unmatched expressive power
- Clear, intuitive control with Korg’s exclusive 7-inch color TouchView™ display
- Drums offering separately mixable direct and ambient sounds for studio-grade quality
- Drum Track plays back realistic, inspiring grooves at the touch of a button
- Expertly created, in-demand sounds including 640 Programs and 288 Combinations
- Powerful Effects with 5 Inserts, 2 Master, and 1 Total FX, plus per track/timbre EQ
- Distinctive aluminum panel design exudes a sense of quality
- USB connection to your computer, plus an SD Card slot for data storage
- You can use the Krome editor to edit sounds on your computer
- Available in 61, 73, and 88 key models.
In addition to Korg’s well-proven workstation features, Krome features a carefully chosen selection of the top sounds available today for bread-and-butter keyboard instruments such as piano and electric piano, as well as vital and dynamic drum kits, giving you the best of the basics. These highly usable piano, electric piano, and drum sounds by themselves set Krome apart from any other keyboard in its class. With sound quality and features normally found in much more expensive instruments, Krome aspires to set a whole new value standard, and become a unique and irreplaceable partner for real-world musicians.
Your first ten minutes with Reason – tutorial
So you’ve installed Reason and don’t know where to start? Got a trial of the software? Then this video is for you. In this seven minute introduction to Reason, Mattias will walk you through the different areas of the program—and even get you started working on your first song!
First video of the new Yamaha synths – MX49 and MX61
Motif Sounds for Inspiration,
Xtensive Controller Integration.
It doesn’t get better than this.
The MX series synthesizers feature carefully selected sounds taken from the Yamaha MOTIF XS. That powerful sonic palette is packed into sleek packages (available in 49- and 61-note versions) that fit today’s on-the-go life style. But the MX Series aren’t just synthesizers; they are designed to bridge the gap between hardware and software. By adding extensive audio and MIDI USB connectivity, advanced DAW and VST controller features and a suite of powerful music production software, the MX integrate hardware reliability with controller flexibility to give you the best of both worlds at a ground breaking level of affordability.
The new MX series combines Motif XS sounds, USB Audio/MIDI connectivity and advanced DAW/VST controller
features at a ground breaking level of affordability.
– Over 1000 sounds from the MOTIF series
– Equipped with VCM effects
– Easy Split /Layer Performance Mode for Instant Inspiration
– 16-Part Multi timbral and 128-note polyphony
– Extensive Hands-On controls for VSTs and DAWs
– Bi-directional USB Audio/MID interfacing
– A complete suite of music production software included
– A lightweight design with a quality Yamaha keyboard
– Complete analog and digital connectivity
First ever DVD: John Foxx And The Maths – Underpass
Clip from John Foxx & The Maths – Analogue Circuit: Live At The Roundhouse. Release date: 15 October 2012. http://johnfoxx.tmstor.es/ – Exclusive to Official Store @ Townsend Records. www.johnfoxxandthemaths.com
Metamatic Records announce the release of “Analogue Circuit: Live At The Roundhouse” by John Foxx And The Maths. The 3 disc set is out now and features the first ever live John Foxx DVD, plus a double album of the show, all in new artwork by designer Jonathan Barnbrook.
“Analogue Circuit” was filmed in June 2010 with multiple cameras at London’s The Roundhouseone.It includes Robin Simon on guitar playing early Ultravox material; VJ cut-ups and Barnbrook graphics; a film by I Robot director Alex Proyas, an opening Metamatic section; songs from “Interplay”; all of this in a one-off show.
Extras include a photo gallery, Jonathan Barnbrook’s films for “Interplay” and an interview with Future Music just before the band went on stage.
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