Moog MuRF Syncing – Gate Method
Short demo:
Have a Moog MuRF, Bass MuRF or MIDI MuRF? Here’s a way to sync it to the beat using the Gate output from a Moog Voyager (w/ VX-351). This method should work with other Gate-producing gear as well. Learn more at www.experimentalsynth.com
100% true analog circuitry with subtractive synthesis
The SYNTHLAB uses a 100% true analog circuitry with subtractive synthesis which is designed in a classic way. This design is not new because it started in the early 70´s with the voltage controlled modular systems. The use of the low pass filter based on the transistor cascade lets the synthlab sound very similar to the well known early Moog synthesizers. Check out the full specs and see some videos inside.
As the SYNTHLAB has a built in MIDI interface you will find it easy to integrate into any MIDI studio setup. The SYNTHLAB also has a built in MIDI-TO-CV/GATE interface which can become very handy, when using vintage equipment. The SYNTHLAB is a hand-made true discrete analogue synthesizer built in Germany. We have used components from the 70s and 80s but also modern technology. There are no DSP´s or such built in, so the sound is true, pure and very experimental like a smal synthesizer laboratory – hence the name: SL-1 SYNTHLAB.
The setup of the SL-1 is very easy-to-use if you have played around with other anlogue synthesizers. Every parameter has its own pot for controlling and playing with the modulation and everything can be controlled manually in real-time. The controls of the modules are diveded into groups on the frontplate so they can be visually seperated for easier use. For basic setup you have 2 VCO´s and an external audioinput. The selected signal can be routed through the VCF and VCA before it reaches the audiooutput. For each VCF and VCA you have an own envelope generator. Additonally you have various modulation routing possibilities through the LFO´s.
Features
* 2 x VCO´s ( 2 waveforms – saw & pulse)
* 1 x VCF (low pass filter 24dB – Moog cascade)
* 1 x VCA
* 1 x Noise
* 1 x Ringmodulator
* 1 x Suboscillator (-2 octaves)
* 2 x LFO (various waveforms and routings)
* 2 x ENV (ADSR for the VCA and AD for the VCF)
* MIDI-CV-Interface with 2 x CV and GATE
* Audio IN
* Audio OUT
* MIDI IN/THRU
* External PSU included
Technical specification
* POWER: 18V AC 1000mA (PSU included)
* Dimensions: 29.8 cm * 16.5 cm * 6 cm (11.73″ * 6.5″ * 2.36″)
(with packaging: 36.5 cm * 23 cm * 10 cm (14.37″ * 9.06″ * 3.94″))
* Weight: 1.5 kg (3.31 lb)
(with packaging: 2.1 kg (4.63 lb))
Octatrack synth jam
A jam with the new Octatrack, Machinedrum, ARP Odyssey, Moog Voyager, xoxbox and a line 6 DL4. Synths are sequenced by the xoxbox, everything is running into Octatrack and straight stereo to Logic with a mastering channel strip on the master buss.
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Black Eyed Peas – secrets on stage
Black Eyed Peas Musical Director Printz Board takes us on a secret tour of his keyboard lair onstage during BEP’s 2010 E.N.D. Tour. He discusses keyboard setup (including a Novation, Moog, Roland Juno-G, and Yamaha Motif), mixer, stereo monitors, bass amp, trumpet, and all of the extra bells and whistles. He’s got a talk-back mic to communicate to Eric Harris during the show, the monitor engineers, or the whole crew in their in-ears. He also has a little TV screen that shows him any angle of the stage, and he can alert whomever necessary about potential problems, so that each cue happens at the right time and the show goes smoothly from song to song.
Interlude for Moog Guitar, Moogerfoogers & Multi-Pedal
The Moog Guitar, Moogerfooger an Multi-Pedal (M3) setup from our recent video was so much fun to play with, we just had to stretch out a bit more with it… and throw in some self-indulgent video editing.
Free virtual analog instruments for Windows
Roberson Audio has updated their site and released updated versions of three free virtual analog instruments for Windows:
- RA Mowg – The Roberson Audio Synthesizers interpretation of the MiniMoog Model D synthesizer.
- Oddly-Free – The Roberson Audio Synthesizers interpretation of the Arp Odyssey Mk. II synthesizer.
- Prophanity – The Roberson Audio Synthesizers interpretation of the Sequential Circuits Prophet 5 synthesizer.
Oddy-Free and Prophanity have been bumped up to version 1.4, and RA Mowg has been updated to version 1.2. The main changes to all have been the filter implementation so that these instruments have a bigger sound to them without being untrue to the original instruments.
About:
Roberson Audio Synthesizers is the premier provider of vintage synth emulations as well as specialty request plugins.
Named after Chris Roberson, the lead designer of said instruments, Roberson Audio Synthesizers aims to build the best possible VST effects and instruments for the Windows PC platform.
Roberson Audio specializes in mimicking analog synth technology, but also builds model-based synths, and is open to specific commissioned requests if feasible.
Chris can be reached for questions about his synths and products, as well as questions pertaining to commissioning specific plugs, at blu_gruv@lycos.com
Spammers WILL be flagged as such and consequently ignored.
Let Roberson Audio Synthesizers fulfill all your VST needs!
The Moog Lap Steel
Moog engineer Cyril Lance and lap steel virtuoso Billy Cardine introduce the Moog Lap Steel, taking a look at what the Moog Guitar technology means for the lap steel player.
The Moog Lap Steel combines award-winning Moog Guitar technology with the unique expressive capabilities of the Lap Steel guitar. All the innovations of The Moog Guitar; Full Sustain, Controlled Sustain and Mute modes, Harmonic Blends and the onboard Moog Ladder Filter are seamlessly integrated to enhance new and traditional playing techniques.
http://www.moogmusic.com/moogguitar/?…
Synthrtotek.com iPod iPad & IPhone Audio Interface
Synthrtotek.com iPod iPad & IPhone Audio Interface with Left & Right 1/4″ Stereo OUTS Fender Stat
This is out new audio interface for only $35.99 that outputs to discrete Left and Right 1/4 channels. Made in the USA. This demo is with the Moog Filtatron using a Fender Strat and Korg Kaoss Pad 2.
REVIEW: Soundcells’ Analog Signatures v3
Analog Signature v3 – Trigger your music creativity
We have had the pleasure of reviewing the latest Reason Refill from Soundcells, based out of Germany. Soundcells definitely belongs among our absolute favorite providers of high-quality Reason refills, and for other formats as well for that matter. The nice thing about Soundcells’ Refills is the variety and complexity provided covering everything from chip tunes to ambient to synthpop music.
This time we have taken a closer look at the recently released Analog Signature v 3, which is a follow up version 1 and 2 containing some 40 nicely crafted Combinator patches (CMBs) and an additional set of Thor, REX, Scream modules. Being slightly biased, based on the type of music Steelberry Clones are making we must say that the real treat is the MS20 Combinator patches included, all perfectly balanced and with that right low-bass “knorrrr” sound typically for the MS20. The sounds of the Waldorf Microwave and Pulse are so genuine in their sound structure that you can even spot the original pre-sets and inaccuracies that portrayed the original hardware synthesizers. I have added some sample snapshots in the SoundCloud player below, so that you really can see what we mean:
Reason refill sound demo – Analog Signatures v3 by Stereoklang Produktion
So based on the type of music you are in to, and judging from the fact that you are reading this blog, probably indicates that you enjoy the same type of music as we do, this Reason Refill will add those vintage sounds that often are fairly hard to come by. KORG MS20, Waldorf Microwave and Moog are all in there and perfect for punchy bass lines, leads and pads. The Combinator section is probably the one you will use the most, but there is more…
Another thing we really like about the Refills from Soundcells is the fact that they also put in some time to work with some of the effect modules in Reason, such as the Scream Sound Destruction unit, which in our personal view is something often neglected by other Refill providers and even by Propellerhead themselves (judging from the quite poor sets provided with the off-the-shelf Reason package). Soundcells offer smooth and beat enhancing capabilities to your music through the Scream unit that we have not come across anywhere else.
So is everything but glory in this Reason Refill? Well the only part of this Reason Refill that we possibly would have hoped more for is the REX loop section, which in our mind is fairly basic and not so inspiring. If you are looking for standard vintage drumbeats to accompany your tracks, then you will definitely find what you are looking for, but if you are hoping to spice up your tracks with something unique, then you need to look elsewhere.
Overall verdict
Soundcells has done it again, that is delivering a high-quality product that triggers your music creation process
NOTE: We hope to be able to feature the creators behind Soundcells in a later post, so stay tuned
For Moog fans only – The YouTube Minimoog
This is the first video of a series of videos which demonstrate the sound, functionality, and operation of the Moog Minimoog. This series of videos is interactive. You choose a knob, and your choices will alter the sound you hear. By navigating through the various choices, you’ll be able to get a general idea of the function of some of the knobs on the Minimoog.
Each setting made by your choice is shown, so you can see the specific settings that lead to specific sounds.
If you keep watching beyond the interactive portion of each video, you’ll find a section which describes the specific function of the section you’ve chosen.
If you move in a direction you don’t want to go, wait for the interactive screen to come up, and just click on the keys of the keyboard, and you’ll move back a step.
Thanks for watching and have fun experimenting! Even with the relatively few choices you currently have, there are a lot of combinations you can come up with!
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