MATRIXSYNTH: Tuesday, July 24, 2007


Tuesday, July 24, 2007

Sequential Circuits Pro-One Modded

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"Regarding its insides, this Pro One is quite special in some ways:
- It has a Doepfer MCV-4 MIDI-CV interface built-in
- It has a modified Fatar CMK-37 Midikeyboard installed
As you can see on the pictures, the Pro One is in immaculate condition from the outside. While adding MIDI interface and MIDI Keyboard special care was taken to not modify the outside appeareance of the instrument. No extra holes have been drilled, all connectors utilize the existing jacks or holes. If necessary, all modifications can be reversed. From the outside this instrument looks like a perfect-shape stock Pro-One!

The modifications have been implemented with great care and make the Pro One quite powerful in a modern MIDI environment. With this Pro one you can:
- Play the synth via external MIDI-input
- Play the synth via velocity sensitive internal MIDI-Keyboard
- Use MIDI velocity to control Filter cutoff. There is a pot on the back to adjust modulation amount of Filter cutoff, so you still have the pot for Keyboard follow available independently - this is not possible on stock Pro-Ones
- Use MIDI aftertouch to control Frequency of second Oscillator. This is especially useful for sync sounds which the Pro One is famous for
- Use the internal MIDIkeyboard to record your performance on an external sequencer or use the Pro One as a small Masterkeyboard. I found it is a big difference if you play directly on a synth and record what you play or have to utilize a remote Masterkeyboard to play a synth via an external MIDI-CV converter.
- Forget also the trouble with J-wire keyboards, corroding contacts, uneven Keys and crappy feeling on usual Pro Ones. This keyboard lets you play the Pro one just like any other modern synth!

As a result of the modification the integrated Arpeggiator, Sequencer and CV in/out are not available anymore, I needed the ARP/SEQ switch to implement the Local on/off function and CV Jacks for the MIDI in/out. But since you have MIDI control anyways I believe there is no point of having these functions and connectors anymore.

The MIDI in and out jacks are utilized via using the existing CV jacks. A special cable is provided to convert from this jacks to standard MIDI connectors (see picture). All this has been done in order to leave the outside appearance of the instrument untouched.

Apart from that the unit has been calibrated to factory specs recently and works 100%."

OBSX Black Walnut Wood Panels

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Humanoid Sound Systems Scanned Synth Pro

"Scanned Synth uses a unique new form of synthesis inspired by advances in digital music theory. It is designed to create rich complex digital tones and fantastic sound effects, while using simplifed controls and traditional synths techniques such as filters, lfo's and effects.

Perfect for biting metallic growls, movement filled pads, and weird modular-like sound effects, ScannedSynth Pro provides a unique sound that is constantly changing and new every time you press a key. Featuring a revolutionary synthesis engine, combining the powers of both Physical Modelling and Wavetable synthesis, with simplified controls and full MIDI automation, ScannedSynth Pro is both simple and complex, powerful and easy to use."

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ULTRA EXPELIENCE / Hataken


YouTube via htkn.

"music : improvisation performance with analogue synthesizers by Hataken. photo slide is include his performance and his instruments for live performance. ending is with some CD covers of his albums and joined. thank you for checking it!"

Interview of Hataken directly below. Note this is the same video in the interview.

Hataken Interview


Back on March 31, I put up a post on Hataken, a Japanese DJ artist who primarily uses analog synths. At the time, Shane Chisolm, the manager of Don Juan Dracula mentioned Hataken was working on a remix version of DJD's "Take Me Home". Shane asked me if I'd be interested in doing an interview with Hataken, and I thought why not. It would be interesting to hear his perspective on the world of synths as a live DJ artist. The following is the result of that interview. Note, this is a long one. You will want to use page down to scroll through. If it is too long for you, I recommend reading one or two questions each time you visit the site. Each DIY item below would typically have been a separate post. There is a lot of interesting stuff here. That said, I start with an introduction followed by asking Hataken how it all started for him. Note the focus is primarily on synths as this site is about everything synth, and Hataken delivers. The gear he has both worked with and designed to meet his specific needs is overwhelming. There's also an interesting interlude on experimenting with frequency counters to produce specific frequencies of sound known to have healing properties, and of course there is a bit of the age old discussion of digital and analog.

Before we start the interview, I want to thank Hataken for taking the time out for this, and I want to thank Shane for suggesting it. It's a fascinating history of a DJ synth artist with interesting perspectives that I'm sure I will come back to over time. Be sure to check out the video and link to more at the end. And of course be sure to check out Hataken's website.

1. Can you tell us a little bit about yourself?

Modusonics MOOG Modules


"All reissue modules are newly manufactured, based on vintage Moog Music Inc. Buffalo, NY design, and are hand-built and calibrated to meet or exceed original factory specifications. All newly designed Modusonic products are compatible with all vintage Moog Modular products. Modusonics reserves the right to change specifications without notice."

Title link takes you there. Note Modusonics was originally named MOOG CE. The owner, Michael Bucki renamed the company when Bob Moog sought the name back. You can read more about this and the infamous Minimoog Model E in this post. Note the Model E or Donimoog was manufactured by Don Martin of MOOG Music Inc., not Michael Bucki of MOOG CE.

Pictured is the 904A Voltage Controlled Low Pass filter.

At the MOOG Factory

Via Steven:
"Recently while on tour my group Life In Balance visited the Moog factory in Asheville NC. Besides the gigs this visit was just a real highlight for me. The people at the Moog factory were very warm and gave freely of their time. Later Chris Stack, Linda and Cyril Lance from Moog came to our gig then Cyril joined us for an after show beer or two. How wonderful is that!

Thanks for a great Blog I visit it a few times a day.
Steve Sciulli Life In Balance
http://www.lifeinbalancemusic.com
http://www.myspace.com/soundhealer

Steve with the Voyager and the EWI4000s both going through a Powerbook running Live6"

Bottom shot is the MOOG Voyager Prototype.


SuperBird- In the Studio


YouTube via neutronemission.
There is some ARP String Ensemble in the first minute of the vid then it's all guitar.
"SuperBird, a Youngstown, Ohio-based band comprised of Joe Shelby, Bryn Zellers, and Andy Conrad at Excello Recording in New York, late June 2007. A behind the scenes look. Hugh Pool produces."

SlagsmÄlsklubben - live Arvikafestivalen 2007


YouTube via triumphthruxton.
"SlagsmÄlsklubben - live Arvikafestivalen 2007"

ARP Axxe 2313

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MOOG Multimoog

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SIMMONS SDS V

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'Module' based
Synthesis Type - Analog Discrete analogue
Polyphony - Max 7 / Typical 5(When fully loaded)
Multi-timbral - Up to 7(When fully loaded)
Patches - 4 per module
Controllers : 1 pad trigger and 1 voltage trigger/module
Dimensions - 17" x 11 1/2" x 6"
Weight - 16 lbs.

Super Sound Drummer DRM-260

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Made in Korea.

"Control knob for volume, control knob for Rhythm / Tempo. Power and Stop buttons. Rhythm Selector for TROT; WALTZ; ROCK; SLOW ROCK; DISCO; CHA CHA; BOSS NOVA & RUMBA. On the back are two jacks, one for the foot switch, one that simply says Out. 9v DC plug, little paint wear on the right side of the back.

Some Specs:
Type: Drum-machine/ module/
Synthesis Type: Analog ???
Polyphony: Max: 6; Typical in use: 6
Multi-timbral (number of parts): 1
Controllers : none
Effects : Number of FX units: 0; Number of different effects: 0.
Drum Section : # kits: 1; # sounds: 6.
Inputs and Outputs :
Number of Audio Outs (excluding Phones) : 1
Number of Audio Ins : 0
Number of MIDI Outs (excluding Thru) : 0
Number of MIDI Ins : 0
Comments about the sounds : Ancient analogue drums! Very "poppy" snare, high end kick bass, super sizzly hats (for a late 70's drum machine). Similar to Hammond drums."

10 MORE greatest beat making videos ever*

Quick Beat MADE BY A DOG?!?!

YouTube via Fingasmith.

"My hip hop loving dog making a quick beat. With no assistense from me."

Click here for the 9 others on Music Thing.
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