Win A Novation MoroderNova Synthesizer
Novation’s new limited-edition MoroderNova is now available, and Synthtopia’s got one to give away!
Live Looping With The World’s First 3D Printed Violin
This video captures violinist Laurent Bernadac doing a looping jam with the 3D Varius, described as the first playable 3D-printed violin. Bernadac uses a BOSS looper, along with a variety of playing techniques and effects, to create a layered looping performance.
New App, MKSensation, Turns iPad Into A ‘Bread & Butter’ Sound Module
MIDIculous has released MKSensation – a rompler-style software synth, designed for gigging musicians, with a gospel performance emphasis.
Tangible Control Of Virtual Instruments With The Percussa AudioCubes
This video, via synthesist Mark Mosher, is a demonstration of his approach to using Percussa AudioCubes as tangible controllers for the software synth, U-He ACE. Here’s what he has to say about the demo:
The Elements Of Modern Berlin School Synthesis
In this video, vlogger Ralph Baumgartl talks with synth group Thau (Bernd-Miachel Land and Frank Tischer) about their unique interpretation of the Berlin School musical genre.
New Style Of Guitar Shredding Cuts Between The Past & Present
This video, via Jeremy Bell, demonstrates his ‘Bipolar Guitar’ system, which takes a DIY rocker switch – originally created for his ScrubBoard tape scratching system – an applies it to effects switching.
Pat Metheny Explains The Synclavier In 1986
This vintage video features Pat Metheny, in 1986, explaining the Synclavier digital synthesizer.
Mute Synth II Now Available For Pre-Order In Orange
Mute has announced the Mute Synth II Orange – a limited edition of its hand-held synth and sequencer. Both the previously announced black and white Mute Synth II’s have sold out.
Peter Kember Interview On Patchblocks, Delia Derbyshire & More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fwUgKl3zck In this video, Pete Kember (Spacemen 3 / E.A.R. / Sonic Boom) talks with Patchblocks about the Patchblocks programmable modular synthesizer, the influence of Delia Derbyshire and more.
Ambient Modular Synth Improvisation By Craig Padilla
Sunday Synth Jam: This video captures an ambient improvisation by synthesist Craig Padilla.
