The fuzzboxes keep coming! ArielFX has introduced the Germanium Phuzz Phace, which is handmade and features new old stock germanium transistors, a bright LED indicator and real true bypass. According to ArielFX, “Our Phuzz Phaces come with medium gain germanium transistors that have the “right” gain ratings – just like in the original Fuzz Faces.… Read More ArielFX Intros Germanium Phuzz Phace
Ever wish you could had a Minimoog, but don’t want to shell out the dollars that new Voyagers go for, or that classic Minimoogs go for on eBay? If you’re into synth DIY, you might consider building your own Minimoog. This site has details on a Minimoog diy project. “After playing on many different synths… Read More DIY Minimoog
Algorithmic Arts has freeware Modular Synth Layout generators for Windows that provide modular synth enthusiasts another way to dream big. According to the site, “These programs are for the modular synthesizer enthusiast, to help you dream the big dreams. They make it easy and quick to try out different module layouts by simple point and… Read More Free Synth Layout Generators Let You Dream Big
ElectroKraft has introduced the Sonar*Axe, an “experimental sci-fi MIDI controller using a sonar sensor to detect hand position (generating notes), and a photocell to generate changes in note octave.” The Sonar*Axe can be used to control any MIDI-compatible device. ElectroKraft specializes in machines “designed to alter, change and morph the standard canned sounds of any… Read More ElectroKraft Intros Sonar*Axe Sci-Fi Instrument
Ray Wilson’s Music From Outer Space site has added a new synth DIY project, the Weird Sound Generator. As Wilson describes it, “Whether you need weird sounds for a movie, performance art, neighbor annoyance, or you just like making weird sounds in the woods this circuit is for you. You could put this on a… Read More Music From Outer Space Weird Sound Generator.
An updated version of Nanoloop has been announced, version 1.3. Nanoloop is a cartridge for Game Boys that lets them be used for creating sequenced music. Nanoloop 2.0 is available, but “some users miss the unique rough sound of the old Game Boy models and the simplicity of the old nanoloop versions.” To meet the… Read More New Version of Classic Nanoloop Game Boy Sequencer Introduced
An updated OS, version 1.2, has been released for the Alesis Fusion synthesizer/workstation. The new OS update comes with a combination of new sound data, a number of significant new functions, and additional software that facilitates greater compatibility with commercially available sample data. “All of us at Alesis are very excited about this new update,… Read More Alesis Fusion Updated
Extreme synth restorer Phil Cirocco has documented his amazing restoration work on a rare early synthesizer, the tube-based Hammond Novachord. Cirocco is no stranger to restoration, having worked with ARP synth modifications and maintenance at CMS. It’s hard to imagine, though, that this would have prepared him for the scope of restoring a Novachord. “I… Read More Extreme Tube Synth Restoration
Not only can synths emit dangerous white noise, but they can destroy your house and home and even threaten your life. According to the Brockville Recorder & Times, Thia Thompson was asleep in her upstairs bedroom when she was awakened by her smoke detector. Fire Chief Bill Lawrence said that it’s likely that the smoke… Read More Smoke Detector Saves Woman From Synth
Gemini Sound Products has announced the XTR-500 Complete Powered Speaker System, the latest update to their all-in-one sound system solution. The XTR-500 system includes two 10” satellite loudspeakers which feature a new compression driver system to provide better high frequency definition, and a 15” subwoofer that has a built-in 400-watt 3-channel power amplifier and electronic… Read More Gemini Launches XTR-500 Powered Speakers
