Roland today officially introduced the JU-06 Synthesizer Module. The limited-edition JU-06 is an emulation of the iconic Juno-106 synthesizer. The new 4-voice JU-06 features 23 parameters controllable via the front panel and ‘classic Juno sound’ – complete with the much-loved Juno chorus effect. There are some new additions too, including a faster LFO and continuously variable hi-pass… Read More Roland Intros JU-06 Synthesizer Module
This video, via Patchblocks, takes a look at integrating Patchblocks with a Eurorack modular synthesizer. Patchblocks are hardware audio modules, created by Sebastian Heinz, that you can program with your Mac or Windows computer. Patches described in the video are available in the video description on the Patchblocks Youtube post. For more information, see the Patchblocks site.
Tangible Instruments has officially introduced Arpeggio, described as ‘the first dedicated arpeggiator & sequencer in one portable device’.
Knobcon 4, described as the largest synthesizer convention in the world, was held earlier this month, Sept 11-13, in Itasca, Illinois. According to organizer Eric Williamson (aka Suit & Tie Guy), Knobcon 4 was the largest synth convention ever – attracting close to 500 people, from 6 countries. The event was packed with activities, including:… Read More Knobcon 4 Photo Gallery – Highlights Of The Largest Synthesizer Convention Ever
Over the weekend, full details leaked out about the new Roland Boutique synthesizer line – one of the most talked about introductions of the year. The Boutique line will feature three new synths: The Roland Boutique JX-03 Synthesizer Module; The Roland Boutique JU-06 Synthesizer Module; and The Roland Boutique JP-08 Synthesizer Module. While no official announcement… Read More 10 Facts About The 3 New Roland Boutique Synthesizers… And 5 Questions Still To Be Answered
At the Knobcon 2015 synth convention, Evaton Technologies introduced the upcoming SDIY MDRONE kit. The kit consisting of a bare PCB and parts for creating a 3-oscillator standalone desktop drone machine, with adjustable bandpass filter and filter overdrive.
Sunday Synth Jam: This video captures an improvisation by synth designer Ken MacBeth, using three of his Elements synthesizers.
A sad fact of modular synthesizers is that most of your money goes for things that don’t affect how it sounds – things like the front panels, the silkscreening of the panels, the control knobs, and shipping. Now Italian synth manufacturer Soundmachines is challenging that paradigm, with a new modular synth design, the NS1nanoSynth, that disposes with many of… Read More New NS1nanoSynth Is A Handheld Modular Synthesizer
Tasty Chips Electronics’ Arduino Piggyback Synthesizer (aka the “Piggy”) is an analog synthesizer shield for the Arduino (Uno, Nano, etc). The Arduino is an open-source electronics ‘brain’, designed to be an easy-to-use platform for building interctive projects. Arduino ‘shields’ are boards that can be plugged into an Arduino, extending the device’s capabilities. There are already many electronic music devices… Read More Arduino Piggyback Synthesizer A Hackable Analog Synth
Knobcon 4 – a massive synth meetup, featuring performances, workshops and vendors – will be held next week, Sept 11-13, 2015, in the Chicago area. The three-day event, which focuses on electronic and experimental music and the tools used to create it, will be held at the Westin Chicago Northwest. Highlights include two nights of live electronic… Read More Knobcon 4 Synth Convention Coming Next Week, Sept 11-13
