via this auction"This is the latest, custom-made, hand-built, all-analog, synth and sound effects generator from deep in the laboratories at Abstract Data.
It is an extremely versatile synth - giving you instant access to full-force, knob-turning analog power.
Whether you're a musician, producer, sound designer, DJ or live performer - all the best of analog fatness and warmth can now be yours.
At the heart of Synthex is a true Voltage Controlled Oscillator (VCO) that outputs Square and Triangle Waveforms - but that really is just the start.
Use the two external audio inputs to create massive Hard Sync and FM effects, control the Mix and Levels with dedicated cross-faders,
reconfigure the internal signal path with the flick of a switch and lose yourself in a world of pure analog bliss.
What does it sound like?
The video below demonstrates four very simple routines that range from more familiar, full-bodied analog warmth, through to some of the more experimental Synthex sounds.
This is just a taste of what Synthex is capable of and because it will accept absolutely any type of 'line-level' audio input, your imagination really is the only limit.
The external audio inputs used in this clip are all straight, symmetrical waveforms being fed from a software sequencer via an external soundcard.
The last clip uses two waveforms per input for a little extra something."
video previously posted here
YouTube via abstractjuz
"Synthex is the latest model in the Hex Series of Hybrid Synths and Effects from ADT. Analog VCO with Square and Triangle Wave outputs via a dedicated cross-fade. Hard Sync and FM Modulation via two external audio inputs - also with their own cross-fade. Two switchable modes to go from more familiar analog sounds to awesome, bizarre and completely freakish sound effects. Great for tweak-heads and sound-designers alike. A very limited quantity of this model will be available for sale - please PM me if you'd like to know more."
while this unit is pretty nice-sounding, please PLEASE change it's name!! Synthex is the polyphonic analog synthesizer of the 80', the brainchild of Mario Maggi.
ReplyDeleteWould you call your instrument the "Prophet" or the "Jupiter"?
Hi Enrico,
ReplyDeleteYou're completely right - the name Synthex was used for a few years in the 80's.
I couldn't let such a good name go to waste - so please know that it has gone to a good home and will be treated with the respect it deserves!
I guess you could also point out that the names 'Prophet' and 'Jupiter' aren't exactly 'original' ;)
your argument is a bit transparent .. not to mention your sales is a bit smarmy.
ReplyDeleteyou've got a good sounding box there, why not let it speak for itself a bit more?
*sales pitch
ReplyDelete@Abstract Juz
ReplyDeleteAs a Synthex owner (the original) I actually find this sort of copyright infringement disturbing.
This 'gizmo' is certainly trying to fill rather huge shoe imprints (not even shoes) that Elka left behind. I certainly hope that General Music will take interest in your little project, if for no other reason than to enforce it's rights.
Here's something that may potentially save you from legal trouble while being cheeky:
Call it SynthX and call it a day. There, I just saved you from all the legal nastiness that is surely awaiting you, should you continue on this path and gave your gizmo a cool name. The least you can do is give me one for my marketing genius.
Cool? :)
@Zeroc001
ReplyDeleteTruth is - I'd decided on Synthex long before I knew about the Elka.
For a 'synth' in the 'hex' series of synths and effects - it seemed like a reasonable idea.
Poorly-judged? Hmmm, yeah maybe, but there was never any intention to steal a name, infringe on anyone's copyright - or upset Elka owners.
As far as legal troubles go - I'm sure the people at Elka will let me know if they're not happy - and as an indie manufacturer - I'll gladly apologise.
Considering what Roland calls a Juno this day, greater name usage crimes have made by original creators. This doesn't bother me. Know one will mix them up.
ReplyDeleteMy only question is; does it change pitch at all?
@REwire
ReplyDeleteYes, there is a knob for pitch control of the internal oscillator.
There isn't an external CV input - the two inputs are for audio (i.e. Hard Sync in and FM in).
Hard Sync and FM can receive a mix of both audio inputs - controlled via two dedicated knobs/cross-faders.
The send level to both Hard Sync and FM is also independently controlled.
Hope that answers your question.
I'm supposed to buy an analog synth made by a guy who hasn't heard of the Elka Synthex? And now that he's been called out still won't change the name unless threatened? You don't get it man. Wise up.
ReplyDelete... also, ADT is a large multinational security products company who are very serious about protecting their identity. Check out adt dot com. Not trying to be too much of a jerk here, but you really need to do some searches before you do any more silkscreening.
ReplyDeleteI'm pretty sure the ADT issue is mute as it's a different industry, otherwise this might be a cause for concern.
ReplyDeleteDon't be so sure about that. Monster Cable has had megabuck success suing companies which have nothing to do with cables over the use of the word Monster. And seeing as both ADTs make little electronic boxes which go "bleep"..... personally though, it's the Synthex one which gets me, being a huge synth nerd.
ReplyDelete@Grant
ReplyDeleteNo offence, but I didn't ever say I wouldn't change the name - there's already been discussions about that.
I'm sorry that you're so upset but as far as the use of names go - I think you might find the same names turn up in loads of places - ever heard of Apple? No - the design company, not the record label or the computer company.
I've been honest about what happened (and have even apologised) - so nobody would need to threaten anybody else.
Personally though, I'm not sure I'd buy a piece of kit just because I liked its name :)
@grant...
ReplyDelete"Not trying to be too much of a jerk here"....
really? well you said it like a huge jerk. let it go.
you can be precious about old skool gear all you want, and you dont have to buy the synthex, whether you like the name or not. its a cool piece of kit and i fancy one personally. its not really about the name, and as absract juz said, he's a indie and surely they would've contacted him if they were worried.
get over it, and yourself. innit.
Hi, how are you guys using your hex series synths?...tips? tricks?...
ReplyDeletecheers