ASMx-Genie, the Teisco S-110F, and Elby-Designs

Ready for another convoluted post? Here goes... I saw this thread on VSE by piRoN posting some 3DS Max models of his ASM2 design. Go to the thread for another shot.

piRoN's ASM2 Model


So, what's an ASM2. At first I wondered if it was an Analog Solutions or Analog Systems kit, but a little search brought me to the ASMx-Genie page (title link) with the following bit on it:

"The ASM1-Genie is a semi-patched synthesiser offering the user the benefits of a ready-patched normalised synthesiser that is ready-to-run the moment the power is turned on with the benefits of patching options that allow the user to customise the module interconnections for a greater variety of sounds. The ASM1-Genie, in its normalised mode, closely follows the Teisco S-110F although the ASM1-Genie does not include a Ring Modulator or Sample & Hold circuit. Any of the normalised connections may be overriden through the patch connectors and in this mode of operation the ASM1-Genie more resembles a modular synthesiser."

Teisco S-110F? Interesting. The Teisco S-110F falls into the exotic synth list for me. Never seen one in person and don't think I have ever even heard one, but I like the way they look. BTW, if anyone knows where to find samples, please feel free to comment. You can find more info on the Teisco S-110F on the one and only Teisco Synthesizers Webpage.

Teisco S-110F


So three links, two shots, two modular synth manufacturers, a few synths and some nice 3D modeling counts as a pretty convoluted post, right? No? Ok, make sure to also check out Laurie Biddulph's Elby-Designs, home of the Teisco site, the ASMx site and more. : )

Update: Some samples of the S-110F on Bluesynths via the comments below.

Teisco Synthesizer 110F

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"In the beginning of the 80's Kawai began manufacturing synthesizers under the company name of Teisco. Their early designs resulted in synths like the S110F above. The Synthesizer 110F is an upgraded S60-F, with dual analog VCO's and an updated look. It has a small but usable 37 note keyboard. Classic analog sawtooth, square, and triangle waveforms plus noise are on-board and can be mixed with external sounds run through the 110F's filters and envelopes. The oscillators can be de-tuned for duophonic textures or phatter leads and bass sounds.

There's plenty of modulation ability and classic analog effects in the 110F to really liven up the sound. There's an LFO which can modulate the VCO and VCF and can trigger the EGs. The VCF resonant low pass filter is great too. There's also a VCA section with Attack, Decay, Sustain and Release controls and finally there's a Hi-Pass filter. There is also a portamento effect, a ring modulator, vibrato and sample-and-hold for those classic analog synth effects and tricks! Lots of pretty blinking lights, a sleek and straight-forward layout and very nice analog bass, lead and synth sounds are all a part of the Synthesizer 110F experience."

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Teisco 110f analog synthesizer

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"In the beginning of the 80's Kawai began manufacturing synthesizers under the company name of Teisco. Their early designs resulted in synths like the S110F above. The Synthesizer 110F is an upgraded S60-F, with dual analog VCO's and an updated look. It has a small but usable 37 note keyboard. Classic analog sawtooth, square, and triangle waveforms plus noise are on-board and can be mixed with external sounds run through the 110F's filters and envelopes. The oscillators can be de-tuned for duophonic textures or phatter leads and bass sounds.

There's plenty of modulation ability and classic analog effects in the 110F to really liven up the sound. There's an LFO which can modulate the VCO and VCF and can trigger the EGs. The VCF resonant low pass filter is great too. There's also a VCA section with Attack, Decay, Sustain and Release controls and finally there's a Hi-Pass filter. There is also a portamento effect, a ring modulator, vibrato and sample-and-hold for those classic analog synth effects and tricks! Lots of pretty blinking lights, a sleek and straight-forward layout and very nice analog bass, lead and synth sounds are all a part of the Synthesizer 110F experience."

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Teisco 110f Analogue Synthesizer SN 4047

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"In the beginning of the 80's Kawai began manufacturing synthesizers under the company name of Teisco. Their early designs resulted in synths like the S110F above. The Synthesizer 110F is an upgraded S60-F, with dual analog VCO's and an updated look. It has a small but usable 37 note keyboard. Classic analog sawtooth, square, and triangle waveforms plus noise are on-board and can be mixed with external sounds run through the 110F's filters and envelopes. The oscillators can be de-tuned for duophonic textures or phatter leads and bass sounds.

There's plenty of modulation ability and classic analog effects in the 110F to really liven up the sound. There's an LFO which can modulate the VCO and VCF and can trigger the EGs. The VCF resonant low pass filter is great too. There's also a VCA section with Attack, Decay, Sustain and Release controls and finally there's a Hi-Pass filter. There is also a portamento effect, a ring modulator, vibrato and sample-and-hold for those classic analog synth effects and tricks! Lots of pretty blinking lights, a sleek and straight-forward layout and very nice analog bass, lead and synth sounds are all a part of the Synthesizer 110F experience."

TEISCO S-110F

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SN 4760 ?

"In the beginning of the 80's Kawai began manufacturing synthesizers under the company name of Teisco. The Synthesizer 110F is an upgraded S60-F, with dual analog VCO's and an updated look. It has a small but usable 37 note keyboard. Classic analog sawtooth, square, and triangle waveforms plus noise are on-board and can be mixed with external sounds run through the 110F's filters and envelopes. The oscillators can be de-tuned for duophonic textures or phatter leads and bass sounds.

There's plenty of modulation ability and classic analog effects in the 110F to really liven up the sound. There's an LFO which can modulate the VCO and VCF and can trigger the EGs. The VCF resonant low pass filter is great too. There's also a VCA section with Attack, Decay, Sustain and Release controls and finally there's a Hi-Pass filter. There is also a portamento effect, a ring modulator, vibrato and sample-and-hold for those classic analog synth effects and tricks! Lots of pretty blinking lights, a sleek and straight-forward layout and very nice analog bass, lead and synth sounds are all a part of the Synthesizer 110F experience."

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Teisco 110f & 60f Demos

Teisco 110f Demo Published on May 5, 2012 Lackan110f·3 videos
Teisco helicopter.

"A demo tune just using the Teisco 110f multitracked. No extra FX used, only a final compression and EQ to the mix.

The Teisco is especially great for fat basses and nice leads, but can also produce some weird ring modulated sounds. A very versatile synth."

Teisco110f Sound Demo


"A sound demo just tweaking the Teisco 110f. No extra FX used, recorded straight from the synth.

The Teisco is especially great for fat basses and nice leads, but can also produce some weird ring modulated sounds. A very versatile synth.

I have tried to cover most of the features, but I am sure I have missed out some things. But this will at least cover the basics I think."

Teisco 60f

Published on Jun 1, 2013

"A demo of the Teisco Synthesizer 60f. No extra FX used. Some pots are a bit crackly and the Youtube sound compression is a bit hard at times. Sorry for this.

But I think you will get a general idea of what this marvelous little synth is capable of. The main feature is undisputibly the lush low pass filter, that thanks to a design similar to the Moog technique doesn't loose tone when resonance is up high."

via Connor 'Macleod' Eck on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

5 MINUTES WITH - Teisco 110F Synthesizer

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"Battery Operated Orchestra (BOO) have a nice collection of instruments, we had a glimpse when we shot an interview with them for the launch of their album 'Yesterday, Tomorrow and You'

Chris from the band kindly recorded this session to give us all a flavour of what it can sound like - which as it happens is pretty tasty.

The Teisco 110F is a two oscillator instrument with lovely Low Pass resonant filter that keeps the low end with high resonance, a fixed filter bank and an interesting architecture.

Its capable of some pretty tasty sounds, we think you'll agree."

Also see Teisco 110F is it really an ARP? A rare and amazing Japanese classic synthesizer; Moog Filter??

And additional Teisco 110F posts here.

TEISCO S-110F Analog Synth

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"The TEISCO S-110F features two VCO oscillators, and extensive filtering capabilities, and features audio external input,so you can connect a guitar or suchlike!
Also Features KCV /GATE inputs AND Outputs. The 110F has a transistor ladder filter. This filter was a great invention of Bob Moog. The circuit is constructed by transistors connected like a ladder. This circuit is used in lot's of Moog synths, through '60s Modular till '80s Memorymoog and is famous for the fat sound, hover people say the sound of the 110F is more like an. Arp 2600 with the 4012 filter and the Fairlight CMI, and it's additive synthesis section."

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Teisco 110F

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"This classic ultra-rare analog synthesizer can transport you to the 70s with its retro electronic music atmosphere. The Teisco 110F is perfect for experimental and conventional/popular genres alike, producing unique sounds ranging from thick bass to sharp leads. This synthesizer is not only a collector's item for lovers of retro sounds but also a great investment for electronic music enthusiasts. It features a wide range of modulation and classic analog effects. It also includes a portamento effect, ring modulator, vibrato, and sample-and-hold for classic analog synthesizer effects and tricks.

Synth is fully functional and all the potentiometers and other components are original and have never been replaced. Additionally, there is some minor cosmetic damage to one of the wooden frames, which can be easily and inexpensively repaired."

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Teisco 110f

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This is the one in the video posted here.

"Well maintained classic analog synthesizer Teisco 110F.
Cosmetically and technically the unit is in very good condition. I would say near mint.

It has been recently serviced by a pro :
Keyboard and keyboard contacts cleaned
Slide pots cleaned, and rejuvenated with caig products (non corrosive/non agressive)
New power cord
New hard wood side panels, sprayjob with professional car paint matching original colour and size (the originals where plywood and sensitive to chipping of the corners)
All functions work, no bad contacts, all switches and pots work fluently."

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Teisco 110f Analogue Synthesiser w/ Custom Knobs & Side Panels

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That looks sharp!

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"Vintage and rare Teisco 110f 2vco analogue synth. Has had custom aluminium end cheeks fitted and a set of bespoke aluminium knobs. The slider caps are vintage roland replacements.
The condition is well used with a few scratches on the panel but fully working, It does have a few scratchy faders however so it is advisable to expect to have this serviced at some point soon! That said there are no major problems, everything sounds as it should and is 1 hell of a fat sounding machine !"

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Teisco 110F is it really an ARP? A rare and amazing Japanese classic synthesizer; Moog Filter??

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"This video scratches the surface of the Teiso 110F synthesizer, the big brother of the Teisco 60F and cousin of the Kawai 100F. This thing destroys most analogue synthesizers, Moog, Oberheim, Yamaha, Korg, Roland, ARP, and lots of other vintage classic synths have trouble keeping up with this forgotten beauty.

Take a listen to that two VCO gorgeousness and rich bubbly filter with more squelch than a pair of boots at a wet music festival. It has the rubbery elastic sound that early Japanese synthesizers owned for a long time."

Teisco 110f Monophonic Duo paraphonic analog synthesizer w/ MIDI

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"Here is a Teisco 110f Monophonic / Duo-paraphonic analog synthesizer! This one is really rare, has amazing sound and a lot of unusual features. Teisco was manufactured by Kawai in the early 80’s. The duo-paraphonic keyboard technology was based on ARP design.

Appart from some normal wear signs, it is in very nice condition. It has been serviced all the way last summer by one of the best tech here in Montreal. Every knobs, switches, sliders, keys, lights, buttons and jacks are working perfectly. The most obvious wear signs are on the wooden sides (see photos #4, #5, #6) and on the bottom side (normal scratches).

MIDI has been added by the same awesome tech (see photo 8) with the “MIDI to CV-Gate Interface MCV-628” by Papareil Synth Labs. All information, documentation and software can be found on the web. The interface let you control notes and one selectable control (either Filter Cutoff, PWM1 or PWM2). This implied the modification seen on photo 7, let me describe the elements seen on this photo from left to right:

the switch is to choose either the notes will be triggered by the keyboard or the incoming midi message
The LED: here is the Papareil’s website description about it: “It is a multi purpose led! It blink 3 times at power on, after the complete init of the cpu/software. It means "All is ok". In normal working condition, the Gate led lights when a note is played or if a recognised SysEx message is received. […] When the interface is in Autolearn mode, the Gate led stay on, until a MIDI message has been received.”
The red button is for autolearn (channel)
The knob has 4 positions and decide which parameter will be affected by modulation message (cc1): 1-cutoff, 2-PWM1, 3-PWM2, 4-OFF"

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Teisco 110f Wave Animator

Published on Aug 2, 2016 Lackan110f

"A short demo of a wave animator I have installed in my vintage Teisco 110f. Its almost like you get a third oscillator to this 2-osc synth. Really neat!"

RARE Teisco S-110F Vintage Analog Synthesizer

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"Bored with your synthesizer because it doesn't have enough options? well this thing should keep your entertained for a long long time! The S-110F is packed with all kinds of options...2 VCO's, Ring Modulator, White AND Pink Noise, High AND Low Pass Filter plus a unique 8 band filter bank, Sample and Hold, Strange never before seen touch sensitive Mod pads, Vibrato, Portamento ...and the LFO can modulate the VCO, VCF, and trigger the EGs.

The modulation options are great with routing available from the LFO to the filter cutoff and each oscilator's pitch. The lfo has two main waveform settings, one is a sweepable width pulse, the other a Saw wave that can be continuously swept from a saw through triangle to a ramp. The lfo can also be used to repeatedly trigger one of the two ADSR envelopes. This effectively means that you can create your own LFO shape.

The oscilator routing on this synth is as versatile as on a modular synth. It has 3 oscilators that can be mixed together via the mixer section. One of these is switchable between White or Pink noise or to the ring modulation between the two main oscilators. The pitched oscilators are either Saw, triangle or sweapble width pulse. One osilator can be routed to the other to give analogue FM sounds or alternatively the modulating oscilator can be set a low frequency to give another LFO.

Their is a great choice of filtering on the S110F. The resonant Low Pass filter, A high pass filter and a Filter bank. This does not have the same effect as the conventional filters that synth users are used to but instead is more like a graphic equaliser allowing you to adjust specific frequencies. The filtered signal can then be mixed with the unfiltered to alter and "dirty" the overall tone.

This thing creates some wild sounds that modular fans and avant-garde electronic musicians will definitely fall in love with, but of course it can do all the fat basses and zippy leads that everyone loves old analog synths for so much.

The Japanese Voltage has been modified to US."

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Teisco 110F Synthesizer with Original Dust Cover

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"Teisco 110F , very nice analog 2vco synthezizer with cv-gate , unit is in very good condition and fully serviced and recapped , very underated synthesizer"

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Roland TR 808 + Akai VX-600 + Roland Jupiter 4 + Teisco 110F + Roland Juno 60

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Roland TR 808 + Akai VX-600 + Roland Jupiter 4 + Teisco 110F + Roland Juno 60 Part 2


"Just for Fun:-)"

Introductions: The Teisco 110F Duophonic Synthesizer + Demo Track~

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"In this video, we barely scratched the surface of what this instrument can do and the depth of its operating modes/feature set. We'd like to do a deeper dive into this synth to demonstrate patch creation and other functionality on a deeper level in the future, if there is interest. Fun fact: Kawai applied both their own name and the Teisco brand name when manufacturing the SX210 and SX-240, depending on the market in which it was to be sold."

Teisco 110F posts, including additional demos.

YuSynth Improvisation, Roland System 700, Teisco 110F, Arturia MiniBrutes

Published on Apr 24, 2014 yusynthman·13 videos

"When I received my Roland System 700 Main Console I programmed a weird drone on which I started to improvised on the Teisco 110F (it can cry like an electric guitar) then added arpeggio and sequence on my pair of Arturia MiniBrutes. That was fun. It is a shame that it was recorded with the microphone of the video camera which tends to blend everything"

Yves Usson aka YuSynth is the creative force behind the Arturia MiniBrute and MicroBrute. Their circuitry is based on Yves Usson's designs with the filter based on the Steiner Parker filter.

Teisco 110F vintage analog synthesizer + manual

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"Up for sale is a vintage Teisco 110F synthesizer. It’s just been completely serviced and working fine. The service report and original manual are included in the sale.

The synth has fat sounding oscillators, a ring modulator, several interesting modulation possibilities, a filterbank, a lpf and hpf, cv/gate and so on. It’s an underrated synth. It sounds really good!"

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