Just a Buchla
Buchla 200e live performance. Buchla track in one take.
Ohm Studio demo: 2 people making music together in real-time
http://www.ohmstudio.com Make music together with your friends in real-time! Ohm Studio is the first ever real-time collaborative music workstation. It’s an full-featured DAW for Windows and Mac allowing you to compose/produce with music partners from the whole world. It supports VST plugins! Want to joint the beta-test? It’s still in time
Kebu – The Lunar Effect (Yamaha S30 demo)
This time I wanted to explore the limits of my Yamaha S30, so I decided to compose, arrange and record a whole tune only by MIDI sequencing the S30.
The song was programmed/performed using Cubase SL solely as a MIDI sequencer controlling the S30 (in “Performance” mode). The song was then recorded straight to 2-track tape in one go. No overdubs, multitracking or external effects were used. Only mild EQ and limiting was used for the digital master. The video was later compiled showing how the various parts were played or programmed.
Many of the patches used are from JayB’s free bank of sounds for the S80, which are also compatible with the S30 (and most of them works also on a CS6x):
http://www.jaybmusic.net/
How the Octatrack actually works
On CDM a couple of people mentioned that there were not enough videos just showing simply how the Octatrack works and breaking things down a bit. Heres a quick run through of the basics, and the scenes functions.
Via Genjutsushi
The Octatrack is an 8 track performance sampler. Recording of sounds is a breeze thanks to the intuitive user interface, but the fun really starts once the samples are inside the machine. All audio content can be heavily processed and radically transformed. Loops do not have to be restricted by tempo or tone and can always stay in sync no matter if they are pitch shifted or if the tempo of the sequencer is changed. The inflexible nature of samples is finally a thing of the past.
The Compact Flash card compability allows for huge amounts of samples to be constantly accessible. The USB port is ideal when transfering sample libraries between your computer and the Octatrack. The optical fader can be assigned to any of the parameters, adding a wealth of live control possibilities.
The producer will be able to treat samples in radical ways. The extensive audio mangling capabilities paired with the user friendly interface make the Octatrack an outstanding studio tool.
The DJ can sample in real-time, add effects and blend in pre-recorded loops to really add a twist to a set. The Octatrack can be regarded as an extremely flexible turntable.
The performer needing gigabyte large backing tracks during a live gig will appreciate the sample streaming functionality of the Octatrack. Streamed samples can still be subject to time stretch and effects processing.
La chambre des machines & LOSTiNSOUND
Electronic music performance
by Martin Messier + Nicolas Bernier
with custom intornarumoris by Alexandre Landry.
SONAR CHICAGO : September 11th 2010 : US
SONAR BARCELONA : June 19th 2010 : Spain
MUTEK : June 2nd 2010 : Canada
TRANSMEDIALE : Febuary 6th 2010 : Germany
“Meandering through the shapes of sound this music video leaves the most intriguing stones unturned even as it visualizes the physical essence of music.
Shot on location in Stockholm under near perfect atmospheric conditions.
Commissioned by the Southern Society for the Visualization of Sound.”
PMK of Onsombil. onsombil.com
Morton Subotnick at Transmediale 2011 – Live Excerpt
Morton Subotnick performs live at the opening concert of Transmediale 2011. For more information about the performance, please see http://bit.ly/e4IgPr.
Credits:
Morton Subotnick – Buchla synthesizer, Ableton Live and human voice.
SooJin Anjou – Piano
Lillevan – Live Visuals
“Performed live on stage by Subotnick, Lillevan and the Korean piano virtuoso SooJin Anjou, the piece, titled Silver Apples of the Moon Revisited, weaves together the various musical phases and techniques invented by Subotnick during his fifty years of explorative work. It draws connecting lines from the analogue past into the digital present, demonstrating the brilliant versatility and ingenuity of this outstanding artist.” (SH)
New freeware VST plug-in “8kut”
Tek’it Studio are pleased to annouce a new freeware VST plug-in “8kut”. 8kut is a stripped down version of our popular plug-in “Kutter” designed with Dj’s and live performance in mind, allowing you to cut frequencies on the 8 bands easily. Cut frequencies with the 8 pads, from bass to mids range, high mids and treble.
Feature highlights
* 8 bands frequencies cutter
* Phase inverter, Effect bypass, Gain boost
* Full MIDI automation
* Easy MIDI learn on all parameters
* Use 7-bit MIDI Continuous Controller or High resolution 14-bit MIDI NRPN and RPN
* Works in mono or strereo
* Undo your changes to initial patch value
* 32 Factory presets
* Up to 128 user presets per bank
* Easy installer
System requirements
* 1.2GHz CPU or higher with SSE
* 512MB RAM or higher
* Microsoft® Windows® 7, XP (SP2 or later), or Vista™
* VST™ 2 compatible host
Download heret http://audio.tekit-studio.eu…
KONKREET PERFORMER – New visual OSC controller for iOS
KONKREET PERFORMER is a first of a kind visual OSC controller and visualizer for your DAW / Synth / Drum Machine / Sampler etc.
KONKREET PERFORMER aims to be used in the studio and on stage. it addresses digital music control and performance in whole new and unique way — be ready to explore multitouch to the extreme!
Konkreet Labs has announced Konkreet Performer. A first of a kind visual OSC controller and visualizer for your DAW / Synth / Drum Machine / Sampler etc. It aims to be used in the studio and on stage. it addresses digital music control and performance in whole new and unique way — be ready to explore multitouch to the extreme! Coming soon for iPad / iPhone / iPod Touch.
Visit Konkreet Labs on the Web at http://konkreetlabs.com/
NAMM: AKAI releases Synthstation49
Introducing the synthstation49 by AKAI
More info below:
SynthStation49 is the most advanced, intuitive music controller designed specifically for use with the iPad and the first true iPad performance tool for musicians. Working seamlessly with Akai Professional heralded SynthStation software, SynthStation49 provides unparalleled music creation capabilities, including direct in-app MIDI recording from its velocity-sensitive keyboard, nine MPC-style drum pads and array of transport controls.
In addition to its integration with the SynthStation app, SynthStation49 is also completely iOS CoreMIDI compatible, making it instantly compatible with dozens of music apps already in the App Store and hundreds more on the way.
Dock, power and position the iPad perfectly using the adjustable-angled cradle, or establish commanding control over your favorite computer software using SynthStation49‘s USB/MIDI port. Professional ¼” outputs and extreme portability ensure you’ll be able to take your sequences straight to the stage at a moments notice.
SynthStation49 is the only full-featured, professional keyboard controller allowing direct MIDI performance recording onto an iPad. Bridging Akai Professional’s popular MPK controllers with the previously released SynthStation25, SynthStation49 provides immense software control with forty-nine, full-size velocity-sensitive keys, nine backlit MPC-style drum pads and full transport buttons. An adjustable-angled dock for iPad allows the user to easily slide their tablet into the SynthStation49’s cradle and position the screen to their preference.
SynthStation49’s keyboard, pitch/modulation wheels and sustain pedal input provide great feel and the essential controls for musicians and producers to compose, record and perform. The nine drum pads of SynthStation49 give users immediate, intuitive beat-creation capabilities over the 50 classic and modern kits available within the SynthStation software. Program, Sequence, Song select and Transport buttons also provide quick navigation to the SynthStation App’s most used components for a seamless, efficient workflow.
SynthStation49 also contains a stereo pair of professional ¼” TRS outputs with volume knob for easy connecting to other pro audio equipment on stage or in the studio. A headphone output also lets users practice and compose in private. The SynthStation49’s USB port can be connected directly to a Mac or PC computer to receive power in addition to transmitting MIDI to and from music software – a great way to turn the SynthStation App or other CoreMIDI compatible App into a sound module. You can even use SynthStation49 as a traditional USB MIDI controller with your computer – no iPad required!
AkaiConnect SDK allows third-party developers to take advantage of all the professional controls and capabilities of Akai Pro’s SynthStation49 keyboard controller and incorporate support for those controls within their iPad applications. Software developers interested in creating programs compatible with SynthStation49 can submit an application now at SynthStationApp.com.
Omnichord and analog waveshapers
Omnichord and analog waveshape performance by Lukas Ligeti on drums & glockenspiel and Miguel Frasconi on omnichord & analog waveshapers
I’m playing omnichord and analog waveshapers (see details below) with Lukas Ligeti on drums and glockenspiel.
More specifically, I’m playing an omnichord put through a Metasonix TM-1SE, into a Moog FM-102 ring-mod, into an Electro Harmonix Micro-POG, into a Pigtronics Echolution.”
Video Description:
“Ligeti & Frasconi @ The Tank.
Lukas Ligeti: drums & glockenspiel
Miguel Frasconi: omnichord & analog waveshapers.
December 8, 2010. NYC.Transcending the boundaries of genre, Lukas Ligeti has developed a musical style that draws upon downtown New York experimentalism, contemporary classical music, jazz, electronica, and world music. Known for his non-conformity and diverse interests, Lukas creates music ranging from the through-composed to the free-improvised, often exploring polyrhythmic/polytempo structures, non-tempered tunings, and non-western elements.
While best known for his menagerie of glass musical instruments, Miguel Frasconi has long explored the sonic possibilities of electronics. Tonight he will be using a combination of devices that enable tactile control over a vast array of electronic sounds. Frasconi is the director of Ne(x)tworks, one of NYC’s leading new music ensembles, and teaches at Bard College where he directs the Bard Laptop Orchestra (BLOrk).
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