TMP-2-06 Vintage Synth TV Series from Benge

video upload by Memetune Studio

00:00 Opening Titles
00:31 Introduction
01:20 Little Black Boxes
04:37 Switched On Cybersynths
17:46 Synthesiser Club
21:23 Commercial Break
23:05 Patching Today
37:53 Video Lab
40:26 Outro

"Episode six of the second series of the TV program from Benge, made at his Memetune Electronic Music Studio, and the final episode of the season

The series explores his passion for vintage synthesiser instruments and studio gear and how he uses it on his productions and collaborations

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It is divided into the following sections:

LITTLE BLACK BOXES - A look at some classic rack mount synths of the 80s and 90s

SWITCHED ON - This second series looks at a type of synthesis based around the ideas of Cybernetics, which Benge calls CYBERSYNTHESIS

SYNTHESISER CLUB - A short musical demonstration of a synthesiser classic or three

COMMERCIAL BREAK - Some shameless Memetune shilling

PATCHING TODAY - A deep-dive into vintage modular systems and how to set up a patch on them, starting from scratch

VIDEO LAB - A look at old video equipment and how to create experimental visuals

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In THIS episode:

LITTLE BLACK BOXES - The Kawai k1m was a small desktop version of the K1 layer synth, introduced in 1988. Today I sequence it from an Atari ST running C-Lab Notator

SWITCHED ON CYBERSYNTHS - Patching it all together: after a brief section on quantising both pitch and time, I attempt to patch together all of the Memetune modulars (12 vintage systems!) in a giant Cybersynthesis monster patch

SYNTHESISER CLUB - Today, its more Yamahas, including a QX1 sequencer, RX5 drum machine, TQ5 FM synth module, REX50 multi FX, SY85 layer synth and a MT1X 4-multi-track cassette recorder

COMMERCIAL BREAK - Some adverts for Memetune related goodies, including the new Memetune Annual 2024 (sort of😁)

PATCHING TODAY - Taking the wonky Roland System 100 for a ride

VIDEO LAB - In this episode we take the meme-mobile for a spin!


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LINKS:

Benge's Studio Blog: http://myblogitsfullofstars.blogspot.com

Memetune Studio Instagram: @memetunestudio

Benge & Memetune Merch on Bandcamp: https://zackdagoba.bandcamp.com"

VCO2 - First Sounds | Low-Gain Electronics - 4U Modular Serge

video upload by LowGainElectronics

"Prototype type boards came in and I couldn’t resist building one up at the end of the day. A board rev needs to be made. I completely forgot to condition the newly added Saw and Double Saw (DUO) outputs so they are 0-5V and not +/-5V. But you can get some really fun wave shapes including square when you mix them in an external processor (a crossfader would be a fun pairing for sure! Also need to tweak the FM input. It’s a little weak."

Loudest Warning/Serge panel first jam

video upload by Happy Noises

"First jam on the new Loudest Warning Serge panel. This ended in an unexpected rhythmic beat. Eventide H90 added. GETS LOUD in the middle! Be careful with your ears!!"

Serge Mantra II vs Keyboard

video upload by Serge Modular | Random*Source

"Serge Mantra II controlled by its own Sequencer 8 and an external Microbrute for CV to get polyphonic chords using 4 oscillators (2 from GTO, TRI from GTS XL and a saw from the other GTS)."

Cthulhu Calls

video upload by Ebotronix

Strymon Cloudburst (2x) controlled by 16n Faderbank Midi CC
Serge Modular Synthesizer Eurorack by Random Source
GTO, 2x NTO, +N Com,Variable Slope VCF, VCFQ, DUSG, SSG,
Stereo Mixer, Wave Multipliers, Resonance Equalizer, TWS+!
ARC Serge TKB
Flame 2x Q Slider
Mutable Instruments Shades
Tunefish Modular 2x Typhoon, Veils, 3x µ Veils,
Ornament and Crime, Temps Utile, Peaks, µ Peaks
23.02.2024
video # 2344

SERGE GTS (for eurorack) - Waveforms

video upload by Serge Modular | Random*Source

"How does a slope generator sound? Here two Serge GTS are used as a Complex oscillator that is run into a Variable Slope filter (VCFS), playing a simple MIDI loop via 1V/Oct. Single patch, just playing with a few knobs...

The Serge GTS is a complete redesign of the famous Serge Dual Universal Slope Generator (DUSG) by Serge himself - with a new core, optimized for speed and tracking. Like some of the clones it can be used for CV, but provides exceptional audio performance: transient rise times as fast as 12µs and a maximum cycle speed of 28kHz."

ESK - 3x MI Braids + Sequencer 2

video upload by Metunar

"Another sequence with 3 Mutable Instruments Braids Oscillators. This time also with a Doepfer WASP filter and some other modulations.
I used a delay effect from the Roland Torcido modul and the sequence is from the Serge Touch Activated Keyboard Sequencer.

http://www.metunar.ch"

BAF 2024 - Prism Circuits - Quasar System

video upload by sonicstate

"At Buchla And Friends 2024, we met up with Nick from Prism Circuits who showed us their new Serge-based Quasar modular system. The system is based on the 4U standard, making it larger than Eurorack and it draws inspiration from the early electronic music circuits created by composer Serge Tcherepnin in the 1970s. The goal was to create an affordable modular synthesizer that could be customized based on individual preferences.

The Quasar system is designed for improvisation and live performances, and features a unique hieroglyphic language developed by Serge, with symbols representing different functions and outputs. Nick explained one advantage of the Prism Circuits system over Eurorack is its standardized grid format, making it convenient to navigate and locate modules quickly.

Prism Circuit's modules are handmade in the United States, using through-hole components and ensuring each instrument is crafted with care and longevity in mind, and typically cost around $2,500 per panel, but prices may vary depending on the components included."

Alice & Her Three Friends

video upload by NOISEBUG

"Patching up demos to show off at Buchla and Friends this Saturday Jan 27th. Come by and say hello, we’ll be there with Alice, Elby, Moon, and Portabella. Three amazing synths and one incredible mixer showcasing our diverse catalog and the lesser known products Noisebug has to offer"

https://www.noisebug.net

SERGE GTS for eurorack - MINIMUM function

video upload by Serge Modular | Random*Source

"Playing around with the MINIMUM function of the Serge GTS for eurorack.

The Serge GTS is a complete redesign of the famous Serge Dual Universal Slope Generator (DUSG) by Serge himself - with a new core, optimized for speed and tracking. Like some of the clones it can be used for CV, but also provides exceptional audio performance: transient rise times as fast as 13µs and a maximum cycle speed of 27kHz."

BENGE - FORMS16 Watercolour on Paper

video upload by Memetune Studio

"Music from the Serge Modular Paperface

This is an album exploring the interplay between random events and deliberate human intervention, something which, in the electronic music field, I call cybersynthesis. I saw it’s creation as being analogous to creating pictures using the medium of Watercolour, whereby the various pigments are allowed to flow randomly in water with the hand of the painter guiding the proceedings with an eye on satisfying various criteria. These criteria define the artist's intention. The work is the result

The music was made on the Serge Modular Paperface system, with most of the modules being made in the early-to-mid 1970s. However, one panel of the nine used is a modern unit formatted to the Serge standard, made by the British synthesiser manufacturer Loudest Warning. This panel was assembled on my instruction, a service happily provided by the manufacturer, and contains cybernetic functions that I felt were lacking in the other modules in my system, but which fit in with the spirit of the Serge. They were designed to aid in the composition of self-generating melodic and rhythmic patterns as found on this album

Note that the original paintings featured in this video are available to buy via Benge's Bandcamp page: https://zackdagoba.bandcamp.com/album..."

Low-Gain Slope Filter prototype testing - Low-Gain Electronics | 4U Modular Serge

video upload by LowGainElectronics

"Just working through bugs in the VCFS filter prototype figured I’d catch some clips
Should be available in early/mid February

Serge modular compatible
Loudest Warning Format = 4U Modular

www.low-gain.com

IG: @lowgain"

Serge demo 20240108

video upload by justin3am

"I did a demonstration with my Serge+friends modular for the LA Synth Club on Monday, January 8 2024. Unfortunately, the multitrack audio didn't record correctly and the audio the camera captured was bad. Also the camera cut out after like ten minutes. :facepalm:
C'est la vie. I'm just glad we had a nice turnout."

ESK - 3x MI Braids + Sequencer

video upload by Metunar

"A sequence with 3 Mutable Instruments Braids oscillators.
There is only a bit reverb added by the Happy Nerding FX Aid and the sequence does the Serge Touch Activated Keyboard Sequencer.

http://www.metunar.ch"

A Night of Serge Modular 12/16/23

video upload by Prism Circuits

"A Night of Serge Modular took place Dec 16th, 2023 at Coaxial Arts Foundation in Los Angeles, CA.

Everyone performing in this video was using a Serge Modular system to create their live performances built by Prism Circuits.

Damon Ramirez - Custom 3 Panel System
Nick Peck - Quasar System
Jill Fraser - Custom 2 Panel System
Skyler King - Quasar System
Clifton Cameron - Custom 2 Panel System

Visit our website to view all our available products and systems.

https://prismcircuits.net/"

Human Comparator 73-75 Home Built Serge Paperface

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"Wonderful Serge paperface system from The Human Comparator, or THC, built into a lovely Black Hole case. Comes with a xlr4 external power supply.

This is a powerful starter system that can cover tons of sonic territory. The only issue is the reverb leaves much to be desired. The output is low. I get around this by using the preamp as a gain stage to boost the signal, but to be honest I use external effects 95 percent of the time (this thing through the Supermassive plugin is amazing!)"

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Serge GTS (eurorack) goes FM

video upload by Serge Modular | Random*Source

"ow does a slope generator sound? Here two Serge GTS are used as VCO(s), mixer, envelope generator, filter and finally for FM (with an added VCFS), controlled via 1V/Oct and Midi / keyboard.

The Serge GTS is a complete redesign of the famous Serge Dual Universal Slope Generator (DUSG) by Serge himself - with a new core, optimized for speed and tracking. Like some of the clones it can be used for CV, but provides exceptional audio performance: transient rise times as fast as 12µs and a maximum cycle speed of 28kHz."

Peak Module As Audio Mixer

video upload by Todd Barton

Serge GTS eurorack - 1V/Octave demo

video upload by Serge Modular | Random*Source

"The Serge GTS is a complete redesign of the famous Serge Dual Universal Slope Generator (DUSG) by Serge himself - with a new core, optimized for speed and tracking. Like some of the clones it can be used for CV, but provides exceptional audio performance: transient rise times as fast as 12µs and a maximum cycle speed of 28kHz.

In this demo 2 GTS are used parallel as Sawtooth oscillators (= 4 oscillators), controlled via 1V/Oct and Midi / keyboard. In such Sawtooth mode, the GTS tracks over about 6 octaves, up to more than 2kHz."

Gater - Serge Gated Comparator Sketch

video upload by Memetune Studio

"Using the Loudest Warning versions of the Ken Stone Gated Comparator to play the Serge system. The GC takes 2 inputs (any time-varying voltage source and a clock source) and sends out a variety of CVs and Gates based on the incoming clock, using 8 shift registers that sequentially pass the voltages along. Its hard to explain what's happening, because there are a few extra details that complicate it. One is that each of the 8 steps can have an offset voltage added with a knob setting. Also there is a loop function which can be different to the inputs. Then there are different outputs - a mix of all the voltages on each step, or random voltages per step. A range knob sets the general voltage range its going to output, and there is a sensitivity knob to control how much of the variable cv input is setting off the stages. Its pretty hit and miss, and is one of those modules that is best just experimented with, but it can give amazing results that can't be done on anything else (apart from other modules based on this idea, such as the Rungler, Klee sequencer, Turing Machine, etc). Its great for semi-random sequences of notes and other cvs, as well as gates and timing pulses

In this patch I'm using one GC (on the right of the panel) to do the pitches and a second one (far left) to send out cvs to control the timbre of the oscillator. This second GC is a slimmed down version with less controls and no individual gate outs, but its the same thing in principle

The strange wonky rhythms are being made with a combination of the window comparators and the EG which has an equally baffling array of input and output options

So in other words, this is a an extremely fun panel to experiment with when making aleatoric music 😁"