Erica Synths let us know that they’ve redesigned their Erica Fusion Series modules – a line of modules based on vacuum tubes. Their new modules are configurable to work from the standard +-12V eurorack PSU, meaning, you don’t need to install special tube heater PSU. The first two modules in the new line are the Fusion Ring Modulator,… Read More Erica Synths Intros Fusion Series Ring Modulator & Mixer Eurorack Modules
Developer Lars Forsberg has updated VividTracker – an Amiga Protracker compatible music making app – adding support for the Korg Volca Sample. Here’s a video demo:
This video, via John L Rice, takes a look at two new dotcom-style 5U modules from Moon Modular, the 569EGB & 569EGB Sequencer Expander Modules.
Audiofile has introduced Myriad, an updated version of their Sample Manager audio file bath processing application for OS X. According to the developer, Myriad offers updated features, a new workflow for a better user experience and improved performance. Here’s what’s new in Myriad:
Expert Sleepers have announced the release of version 3.3 of the disting mk3 Eurorack module firmware. The update adds SD card audio playback feature, demonstrated in the video above.
Synthrotek has introduced the MST Expressor – a Eurorack module allows you to use expression pedals with your modular synth The Expressor has two identical powered expression pedal processing units in one module, allowing you to do things such as: Control volume with your foot Attenuate CV or audio if no expression pedal is plugged… Read More Synthrotek MST Expressor Lets You Use Expression Pedals With Your Euro Modular
Dave Smith Instruments has announced that the OB-6, a collaboration with synth pioneer Tom Oberheim, is now shipping. The OB-6 features a sound engine inspired by Oberheim’s original SEM (the core of his 4-voice and 8-voice synthesizers). The OB-6 is designed to provide the SEM tone, with the stability and flexibility of modern technology.
GMUSynth Woodworks has introduced ‘SkiniBrute‘ – a wood panel conversion kit that turns the Arturia MiniBrute keyboard into a desktop synth module. The SkiniBrute mod holds the synth’s panel at an 11.25° angle, providing clear and easy access to the controls. The case’s side panels are modeled after the original MiniBrute design, including the multidimensional slopes and bevels.
This video, via subaqueousmusic, explores how to use drums to trigger MIDI in Ableton Live. In the video, Ableton Certified Trainer Isaac Cotec discusses how he uses piezo microphones to capture the sound from the drums, and converts the sound to MIDI using a plugin in Live.
Eowave has announced that their Ribbon 2 synthesizer & controller is now shipping. The Ribbon 2 is a one-oscillator synth, played by placing your finger along the 4-octave ribbon. The Ribbon is pressure sensitive, translating pressure into volume. The Ribbon can also be used as a USB controller with any MIDI software, and as a CV/gate controller.
