Morph4 – testing new features
the video shows some of the new features of the Morph4 (M4)
Roland Jupiter-8 vs. OP-X PRO-II
http://www.sonicprojects.ch/opxpro2/d…
Comparing some factory presets of the Roland Jupiter-8 to the cloned ones in the Jupiter-8 Collection bank for the SonicProjects OP-X PRO-II virtual analog VSTi synth.
The original Jupiter-8 clips were recorded by Paolo Di Nicolantonio from synthmania.com and were licensed for this comparison:
http://www.synthmania.com/jupiter-8.htm
The cloned presets in OP-X PRO-II were modeled by ear after these clips and are available in the “Jupiter-8 Collection” bank which can be downloaded here:
http://www.sonicprojects.ch/opxpro2/u…
The flexible engine of OP-X PRO-II allows to mimic the character and sounds of several different synths. These direct comparison examples show that it works quite well for the Jupiter-8.
Related:
Roland Jupiter-8 VSTi
Roland Jupiter-8 Comparison
Oberheim VSTi
Hands-on with the Korg Volca range
MusicRadar examines and demos the new compact, affordable Volca Beats, Bass and Keys analogue instruments from Korg.
Read their first look review here: http://www.musicradar.com/news/tech/f…
Introducing Modular – The synth app for iPad and iPhone
Pulse Code Inc, developer of Rhythm Studio, has released this preview of Modular – a new software modular synthesizer for iOS. Modular looks, acts, and sounds like a hardware modular synthesizer to give you features that musicians want such as pulse width modulation, oscillator sync, 4 pole ladder filters, and 1v/oct filter tracking. Traditional modular systems are expensive and out of reach for the average artist. Modular is here to bridge that gap and allow everyone the opportunity to use these powerful synthesizers.
Circuit Abbey Invy as Waveform Processor (Eurorack/Doepfer Modular Synth Demo)
Background video description:
It occurred to me yesterday, that you can use the Invy’s clipping behaviour to add and subtract waveforms in some really cool ways. After watching the video, try out mixing different waveforms at different frequencies for even more fun!
Sugar Bytes: Tips & Tricks using Cyclops
Dan-D shows us some really quick tips to get around Cyclop!
Product description:
Cyclop has landed. A powerful monster that has grown out of all the sounds in the universe. And with it comes bass – lots of it. Synthesis in its purest form. Spectral, digital, or fat analog. Use your own samples as a wavetable, throw effect sequencer orgies, drop on filters and make wobble basses never heard before. Cyclop is here to create new sound. Wrap your bass around your drums like melted sugar around a hot chili pepper. Cyclop is monophic and it will blow your mind. Wobble bass? Dubstep? Do something completely new!
New kinds of modulators like the Wobble Generator and the Sound Knob.
FX-Sequencer, also to be controlled by the FX-Knob.
6 Synthesis Engines: Saw Regiment, Analog Sync, FM, Transformer, Spectromat, Phase Stressor
10 state of the art Filter types, plus vowel mode.
Routing Module for Synth / Filter patching, including Overdrive.
Sub Oscillator, Bass Processor, one-view modulation-flow.
Recommended by BoysNoize, Skrillex, Peaches, Modeselektor, SiriusMo, Mouse on Mars, Biohazard.
Over 800 presets included, most of them from various artists.
Cyclop comes as standalone application and VST/AU/RTAS/AAX plugin.
MegaMacho Drums & Evil Razor in Logic Pro X: Let’s JAM!
A tutorial focusing on using MegaMacho drums and Evil Razor together in Logic Pro X to create a cool dance Jam
TraniModule Eurorack Mixer Speaker modular synth Animodule
This is a 8 HP module Designed to give you Freedom from the studio. It includes a mixer, 2 attenuatable inputs a line input /ouptut that can function as a synth level output a speaker output and mix output all for only $119 at http://animodule.bigcartel.com/produc…
Product description:
A 1 Watt, Class A Transistor Amplifier
In an 8HP, 29mm deep Package.
With a Line Input to jack your iPoop or your Walkman up to synth levels.
What’s that?
You want to process your piddly little Line Level signal before you send it roaring out the belly of this little beast?
The Line out is normalled to the Mixer, so just plug in and it’ll rip your signal away from the maws of this monster.
If you’re looking for high fidelity
You better just slink back in to your studio with your Grandaddy’s precious pretty monitors…
The speaker is about the size of my Big Toe!
But if you want portability and a warm sound that will drive when you crank it all the way, without knocking your granny off her chamber pot, We got’em both! AniModule has been working hard to help you achieve your Brown Note!
Really, haven’t you ever wanted to pull your skiff out to the deck so you can contemplate life’s inner intricacies and breathe the fresh air while you wind down your day?
But then you think twice cause your wife *cough* (we know you live in your parents basement) will think you’re a kook while you’re dragging your amplifier and cables through the house.
Now you can make that a reality. One outlet, one skiff, and you’re communing with nature.
AniModule is helping to make your dreams come true.
The Mix out is just a nice clean, buffered mix of your 2 Attenuatable Inputs and the Line Input.
The Speaker Out is normalled to the speaker in case you want to drive a bigger cab, or plug your pretty little headphones in, or capture the tone after the amplifier. If you plug in, the speaker cuts out, but the master will still control the volume. Handy for live performance.
and really, if you want a nice clean sound, just dial back the levels a little bit!!!
NI Absynth ‘The Garden with all the thorns”
A hold down one note patch Anthony Distefano made in Absynth.
Leap Motion with Traktor: First Attempt
Exploring the idea of using the Leap Motion, along with the GECO gestural MIDI app, as a DJ controller for Traktor. DJ SelArom is not using the Leap Motion as a replacement for a traditional DJ controller, but to augment it with new gestural controls, more info below:
I recently got the Leap Motion Controller, and here is the first attempt to use it mixing live. Still getting used to doing this without flailing around like an idiot, but it’s definitely a lot more fun that it looks!
If there is enough interest I’ll write up a blog about the software and mappings, sound off in the comments and let me know what you think!
Leap Motion: https://www.leapmotion.com
Geco Software: https://airspace.leapmotion.com/apps/…
Music:
Felguk – All Night Long (Darth & Vader Mix)
http://www.felguk.com
https://soundcloud.com/darthvaderlive
Beltek – Go!
http://www.beltek.si
https://soundcloud.com/beltek
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