This video, via SynthManiaDotCom, takes a look at sequencing synths, 80′s style – before computers took over. Continue reading
Sequencing Synths, 80′s Style
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Category Archives: Sequencers
Elektron Octatrack Overview
Elektron today released a series of videos showcasing each of the products in their current lineup. This video offers an overview of the Elektron OctaTrack performance sequencer and sampler. Continue reading
Korg Volca Beats Delivers Classic Analog & Digital Dance Beats
At Musikmesse 2013, Korg today announced the Volca Beats – one of a trio of new Volca analog synthesizers with built-in sequencers. The Volca true-analog instruments combine mobility along with MIDI functionality.
The Volca Beats offers six analog drum sounds:
- Kick
- Snare
- Hi Tom
- Lo Tom
- Closed Hi Hat, and
- Open Hi Hat.
According to Korg, the Volca Beats offers “a wide array of sound variations that could not be produced by any means other than analog, with special emphasis on the sounds that are considered indispensable for dance music.” Continue reading
Korg Volca Bass Delivers Analog Synth Power For $150
At Musikmesse 2013, Korg today announced the Volca Bass – one of a trio of new Volca analog synthesizers with built-in sequencers.
Following in the footsteps of the Korg Monotron, Monotribe, and the MS-20 Mini synth, these true-analog instruments offer on-the-go sounds and grooves along with MIDI functionality. The series is comprised of three models: the Volca Keys lead synthesizer; the Volca Bass synthesizer; and the Volca Beats rhythm machine.
The Volca Bass is an analog bassline groove box that?s capable of generating a wide range of bass lines. Korg says that the Volca Bass analog sound engine has an ‘unmistakable presence, with subtle nuances that cannot be reproduced by a digital simulation, making it ideally-suited for acid house and many other styles of electronic music’. Continue reading
Doepfer Intros MAQ 16/3 MIDI Analog Sequencer ‘Dark Edition’
Musikmesse 2013: Doepfer has announced the MAQ 16/3 MIDI Analog Sequencer Dark Edition, a special edition of their Analog Sequencer MAQ16/3 with black front panel and rotary knobs designed to match their Dark Energy synthesizers and Dark Time step sequencer. Continue reading
Live Synth Jam By René van der Wouden
Sunday Synth Jam: Here’s a synth jam, via René van der Wouden, that features dual Moog synthesizers for melodic lines, a Dave Smith Instruments Mopho sequenced and Roland V-Synth string pads. Continue reading