Billy Corgan Plans 8-Hour Live Modular Synth Interpretation Of Hermann Hesse’s Siddhartha

Smashing Pumpkin’s Billy Corgan has announced plans for an 8-hour modular synth ambient interpretation of Hermann Hesse’s Siddhartha: On 2//28 I’ll be doing a show at Madame ZuZu’s Teahouse (Chicago); start time noon, and due to nature of performance it’ll last 8-9 hours. So see http://MadameZuzus.com in coming days for details on seating and admissions. As… Read More Billy Corgan Plans 8-Hour Live Modular Synth Interpretation Of Hermann Hesse’s Siddhartha

PsybOrg – A Custom Synthesizer Performance Pulpit

The PsybOrg, above, is the custom live performance rig of composer/producer Logos (Jim ‘Andor’ Genaro). Genaro wanted to create a rig that went beyond basic function to create an exciting environment for his performances. The PsybOrg is Inspired by the form and functionality of a pipe organ. It incorporates analog synthesizers, digital controllers, a Theremin, and sound reactive… Read More PsybOrg – A Custom Synthesizer Performance Pulpit

Madrona Labs Updates Aalto Software Modular Synthesizer

Madrona Labs has released Aalto 1.5 – an updated version of its software modular synthesizer for Mac & Windows. Version 1.5 has some major compatibility improvements for both Windows and Mac users. Performance should be dramatically improved on some Windows systems. The new version has a new OpenGL-assisted renderer, so graphics are amazingly sharp, at… Read More Madrona Labs Updates Aalto Software Modular Synthesizer