Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Modular Wild Presents Malekko Heavy Industry Richter Noisering by Raul Pena

Raul Pena just began a new series.
Malekko Richter Noisering
This time it's all about the Malekko Heavy Industry Richter Noisering Analog Data Resonator Module.
Basically its a Richter NoiseRing in eurorack format.
Sanctioned by Grant Richter of Wiard Synthesizer Company, this module is the same as the original Wiard Model 1210, only in 14hp eurorack format.

This module features:
  • a Digital Noise Source
  • Pseudo Random Shift Register
  • Clock Input with External Rate control knob
  • Clock Output
  • Noise Output
  • 2 Random Voltage Outputs
  • Chance Input

Video 1: Modular Wild Presents Malekko Heavy Industry Richter Noisering
" A brief overview of the Malekko Heavy Industry Richter Noisering. Sound and Video by Raul Pena."

Video 2: Modular Wild Presents SOUNDS-Malekko Heavy Industry Richter Noisering Random Cvs

" An exploration of the Malekko Heavy Industry Richter Noiserings two random outs. Examples using the N+1 and 2n outputs are shown. Several short examples are included with attenuation applied to the cvs. Sound and Video by Raul Pena."

Video 3: Modular Wild Presents SOUNDS-Malekko Heavy Industry Richter Noisering Chance and Change

" Short examples of both the Chance and Change parameters on Malekko Heavy Industry Richter Noisering. Sound and Video by Raul Pena."

Video 4: Modular Wild Presents SOUNDS-Malekko Heavy Industry Richter Noisering Random Clocks and Noise

" An exploration of the Noisering's clock source. Examples of self modulation of the clock as well as via control voltage. Also includes a short example of using the Noisering's noise source for sounds. Sound and Video by Raul Pena."

Video 5: Modular Wild Presents SOUNDS-Malekko Heavy Industry Richter Noisering- Noisering as VCO
" A short demonstration of how to use the Noisering as a VCO. Includes waveform views of each waveform from the N+1 and 2n outputs. Sound and Video by Raul Pena. "

New parts in this series will be added weekly on Mondays

Random Video: Mutable Yarns Random Test Patch by WeLoveEvolTV

WeLoveEvolTV uploaded a cool jam featuring the Mutable Instruments Yarns MIDI Interface module.

Video: Mutable Yarns Random Test Patch (Love the Module!)

" Yarns in 2m Mode, CV Channel 1 and 2 Sequencing, CV 3 and 4 in Oscilator Mode which are played from the Sequences 1 and 2 . Yarns also clocking the Doepfer A-160 Clock Divider. Bass Drum comes from the Borg 2 and the Drum Loop from Phonogene. Some eventide and Vermona FX from the Desk. No other Sequencer or Computer Stuff, except for the Recording. "

Uploaded by WeLoveEvolTV .

Saturday, May 10, 2014

Ladik Eurorack Synare 3-Clone Announced

Yesss... I was kinda waiting for some manufacturer to release a Synare 3-clone in Eurorack format, and now Czech company Ladik finally did it.
I already knew that they were making great sounding non-Eurorack Synare clones, but this one is just
perfect...
Ladik Synare 1,2 and VCF
The demo isn't showing it's full potential IMHO, but already convincing enough for me

The complete set contains 3 modules:
C-510 "Synare 1" - trigger input, envelopes, vca (4HP)
O-510 "Synare 2" - 2x oscillator, noise source, LFO (4HP)
F-510 "Synare VCF" - filter with 4 outputs and +CV and -CV inputs (8HP)

Quality components, silver coated PCBs, laser marked panel.
Width: 8+4+4=16TE/ 16HP.
Depth: max. 55mm /2,2"
Current: 40mA total
Power ribbon cables (3x) included (handy 20cm, 16/10pin).

Price: $286.28 - via eBay: http://www.ebay.com/sch/ladik_eu/m.html?item=251317015062&pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Pro_Audio_Synthesisers_CV&hash=item3a83a95216&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2562

Video: Synare 3 Eurorack modular & MIDI to trig module & Arturia BeatStep

" Synare 3 in Eurorack modular format (16HP total). Three modules:
C-510 "Synare 1" - trigger input, envelopes, vca (4HP)
O-510 "Synare2" - 2x oscillator, noise source, LFO (4HP)
F-510 "Synare VCF" - filter with 4 outputs and +CV and -CV inputs (8HP)
Triggered by M-210 MIDI to trig interface (12 trig outputs or 11 trigs + 1 accent output)
Controlled by Arturia Beatstep (via MIDI)"
Video uploaded by RuprechtM

Saturday, May 03, 2014

Erica Synths Polivoks VCF Clone Video by @DivKid

DivKid uploaded another modular synth video, exploring the Erica Synths Polivoks VCF Clone.

Video: EURORACK MODULE - Erica - Polivoks VCF Clone

" Check out the thread on the Muff Wiggler forum for the DIY build and documentation for this module here http://www.muffwiggler.com/forum/view...
http://www.ericasynths.lv/

For those that want to skip through ...
1.00 - I cover filtering analogue waveforms with various input levels and resonance in low pass and band pass mode
6.18 - CV inputs - LFO
7.25 - Audio rate modulation
9.03 - CV inputs - Response to varying envelopes with the WMD Multimode Envelope
11.16 - Acid style patch
12.43 - Self oscillation and creating kicks and percussion
14.05 - Simple Bassline and smooth filtering
14.59 - Digital wavetables and sample & hold modulation
16.01 - Filtering drum loops.
So that's it, hope you like the video. As always feel free to comment/like and ask questions. Subscribe to the channel for more videos coming soon." 

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

The Tuesday Night Machines - Experimental Modular Synth Soundscapes by @Flixxx

A new episode of The Tuesday Night Machines for a change... this one is nice...

Time for some experimental sounds! Felix started with pinging his two Eurorack filters (uVCF & Voice of Saturn) and went patching from there.
The Vermona DRM-1 drum synth is routed through the Kaoss Pad Quad and sequenced with the MPC 1000.
The rest of the sounds are from the modulars doing their own thing, while only receiving the MPC's clock.

Video: Experimental Modular Synth Soundscapes (Eurorack, Tinysizer, DRM-1, MPC 1000, etc

" Pinging filters, grain-shifting drums, droning drones and making whale sounds with the analog modular synthesizers :)

MORE INFO:
Gear used in this video:
- Eurorack Modular Synthesizer (with Vermona qMi, Klangbau DCO, Malekko Wiard Anti-Oscillator, Intellijel, Koma Kommander, Sound of Shadows, Plague Bearer, Ataraxic Translatron, Voice of Saturn VCF, etc. see: http://www.modulargrid.net/e/racks/vi...)
- Anyware Tinysizer (modular synth)
- Vermona DRM-1 mkIII (drum synth)
- Korg Kaoss Pad Quad (drum FX)
- Akai MPC 1000 (MIDI sequencer & Clock)
- Zoom R16 (recording & mastering)

Filmed with a Canon EOS 550D (Rebel t2i) and a GoPro HD Hero 1.

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Sunday, April 27, 2014

Random Video: MDLB by Maria Della Batteria

Now here's something you don't see very often:
YouTuber Maria Della Batteria shows how he triggers his modular synth with his drumset, via 2 A-119 External Input modules...

Video: MDLB

"Working on Drums controlling a modular Synth. Via 2x Doepfer a-119. Triggering Pittsburgh Modular Noise and Waveforms via Darktime and 4ms clock divider."
Uploaded by Maria Della Batteria

Sunday, April 20, 2014

Random Video: Trilling Dark Time Doepfer Modular with 4ms Shuffling Clock Multiplier

Another interesting sounding video demo that i found on YouTube today.
I like the ratcheting-like effect of the MS4 Shuffling Clock Mutiplier

Video: Trilling Dark Time Doepfer Modular with 4ms Shuffling Clock Multiplier

` Trilling Dark Time Doepfer Modular with 4ms Shuffling Clock Multiplier `

Uploaded by Vykaar raakyV

Saturday, April 19, 2014

Dieter Doepfer at MusikMesse 2014 by @mmag_ru

Almost a month after MusikMesse 2014 the Russian MusicMag published this video of Dieter Doepfer explaining the very basics of modular synthesis.
Not groundbreaking, but nice for the archive...

Video: mmag.ru: Musikmesse 2014 - Doepfer - аналоговые модульные системы

Google translation of the desciption:
" http://mmag.ru/ (MusicMag) is a music video reviews of new products hardware and software presented on music fair Musikmesse 2014: analog modular Doepfer.
Learn more, discuss and buy Doepfer modular systems, please visit http://mmag.ru/

Find MusicMag Russia on Twitter at https://twitter.com/mmag_ru

Friday, April 18, 2014

Doepfer A-102 Diode Filter Video Tutorials by Raul Pena

Another brand new tutorial series by Raul Pena.
The series that started today is all about the A-102 Diode filter module.
Enjoy!

Video 1: Doepfer A102 Diode Filter-Introduction and Basics

" Introduction to the basic features and functions of the Doepfer A102 Diode Filter.
This filter was modeled after a classic EMS filter.
Sound demonstrations begin in further segments.
Sound and Video by Raul Pena."

Video 2: Doepfer A102 Diode Filter Part Two- VCF as Sine Wave Oscillator

"Next Segment in the Doepfer A102 Diode Filter series.
This time we explore how to use this filter as a Sine Wave Oscillator.
Sound and Video by Raul Pena."

Video 3: Doepfer A102 Diode Filter Part Three- Basic Filtering

" Next Segment in the Doepfer A102 Diode Filter series.
This time we explore the sounds created with basic filtering with the Doepfer A102 Diode Filter.
Sound and Video by Raul Pena."

Video 4: Doepfer A102 Diode Filter Part Four- Modulation

" Fourth Segment in the Doepfer A102 Diode Filter series.
This time we explore the sounds of modulation with the Doepfer A102 Diode Filter.
Sound and Video by Raul Pena."

Video 5: Doepfer A102 Diode Filter-Comparing other filters Part One

" Exploration at similarities between the Doepfer A102 Diode Filter and other filters.
The Doepfer A121 Multimode filter and the A120 VCF1 (in the Moog Style) are heard issue by side with the A102 Diode Filter in this video.
Sound and Video by Raul Pena."

Video 6: Doepfer A102 Diode Filter-Comparing other filters Part Two

" Further exploration at similarities between the Doepfer A102 Diode Filter and other filters.
The Doepfer A102-1 Low Pass gate/12 db filter(similar to a Buchla LPG) and the A124 Wasp Filter (from the EDP Wasp) are heard issue by side in this video.
Sound and Video by Raul Pena."

Video 7: Doepfer A102 Diode Filter- Comparing other filters Part Three

" Further exploration at similarities between the Doepfer A102 Diode Filter and other filters. The Doepfer A106-1 Xtreme filter /12db low pass (similar to an Korg MS20 filter) and the A125 Phase Shifter are heard issue by side in this video. Sound and Video by Raul Pena."

Wednesday, April 16, 2014

LCF Industries Arp-8 Eurorack Arpeggiator

LCF Industries
Arp-8 prototype
LCF Industries uploaded a video of the Arp-8 arpeggiator prototype to YouTube.
Price and availability are still unknown, but the features are pretty impressive...

" Something was missing from my growing modular. I couldn't figure out what it was. Then after playing with a Polysix for a while it hit me; An arpeggiator!

So using the MIDI-CV Converter I made, I started playing around with the code a bit. And then a couple of hours later I came up with a pretty decent arpeggiator. It didn't have much control (only the two switches) but it worked! So the next step was to expand on it but still keep it as small as possible.

Octave knob: Selects between a 1-4 octave range
Rate knob: If synced with a MIDI clock, it will divide the tempo accordingly; 1-1
1-2
1-4
1-8
1-8T
1-16
1-16T
1-32

V/Octave Out
Hz/Volt Out
Gate Out
Clk In: Bypasses MIDI-clock messages and uses an external clock source.
Directional switch: Up, Down, Up/Down
Sync Switch: If no external clock source is available (MIDI or analog), flipping to the FREE position will prompt it to use it's own internal clock. Use the Rate knob to increase the speed.
Arp / Mono Switch: Turns the arpeggiator into a simple single-channel MIDI-CV converter."

Video:Arp-8

" MIDI Controlled Arpeggiator
http://lcf-industries.blogspot.com "