vcvi – The Virtual Control Voltage Interface For Max For Live

Matthew Davidson’s vcvi is a suite of Max For Live devices, designed to control your modular synth with a DC coupled audio interface. Included functions: Calibrated Step Sequencer CV Source CV Trigger Sequencer MIDI Continuous Controller to CV MIDI Note to Calibrated CV MIDI Note to Gate MIDI Note to Trigger MIDI Note Velocity to… Read More vcvi – The Virtual Control Voltage Interface For Max For Live

Madrona Labs Updates Aalto Synthesizer – Here’s What’s New

Madrona Labs has announced Aalto 1.2 for Mac and Windows, an update to its semi-modular software synthesizer. New in Aalto version 1.2: Mac and Windows VST versions 64-bit Mac AU / VST 64-bit Windows VST Improved performance (20-50% faster than version 1.1) Brand new patching interface New cross-platform preset format Improved dial ballistics Over 100… Read More Madrona Labs Updates Aalto Synthesizer – Here’s What’s New

Native Instruments Reaktor Updated To Version 5.6

Native Instruments has updated Reaktor, a modular studio for Windows and Mac, to version 5.6. It’s a fairly significant update, with a streamlined user interface, two new synthesis modules (additive and modal), a more powerful audio engine and improved documentation (yes!). In addition, NI is including Electronic Instruments 1 & 2 with Reaktor now, along with… Read More Native Instruments Reaktor Updated To Version 5.6

Analogue Is The New Digital – Modular Music Box Inspired By The Monome

The Modular Music Box, by monomatic, consists of several interconnected, plug-and-play devices that collectively reproduce the functionality of the familiar 19th century clockwork musical instrument. Here’s what Monomatic has to say about the Modular Music Box: At the heart of the piece is a custom-made electro-magnetic rotary sequencer. Melodies are stored on a series of… Read More Analogue Is The New Digital – Modular Music Box Inspired By The Monome

Voodoo Synthesis

http://vimeo.com/18312753 Here’s a bit of end-of-the-year voodoo synthesis, via HexEnduction: Using the nodes on the Ciat Lonbarde Tetrazzi Organus with alligator clips for various modulation experiments. The voodoo doll pins act as mults for certain patches. Eventide Timefactor used for adding echo to the panning outputs. Eat more seitan.

10 Predictions For Electronic Music Making In The Next Decade

Prognostication is always a dangerous game. And when it comes to predicting the future of electronic music technology, it’s downright foolhardy. We’re not going to let that keep us from peering into the crystal ball, though, and sharing our thoughts on the future of electronic music making. 10 Predictions For Electronic Music Making In The… Read More 10 Predictions For Electronic Music Making In The Next Decade