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== Learn the basics of analog and modular synthesis ==
 
== Learn the basics of analog and modular synthesis ==
 
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a biweekly/weekly workshop  
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a semi-regular workshop  
 
We will talk about analog and modular synthesis,
 
We will talk about analog and modular synthesis,
 
starting with the components of the basic '''subtractive synthesis''' signal path, '''oscillators, filters vca's, envelope generators''' and '''lfo's''' and then possibly get into more complex synthesis skills with '''sequencers, slope generators, clock dividers'''...ect..ect.
 
starting with the components of the basic '''subtractive synthesis''' signal path, '''oscillators, filters vca's, envelope generators''' and '''lfo's''' and then possibly get into more complex synthesis skills with '''sequencers, slope generators, clock dividers'''...ect..ect.
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*pitch, timbre, amplitude
 
*pitch, timbre, amplitude
 
'''history and philosophy of modular synthesizers'''<br>
 
'''history and philosophy of modular synthesizers'''<br>
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* Moog modular
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* Moog modular [http://moogarchives.com/]
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*Buchla
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*Buchla [http://www.buchla.com/]
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*Serge
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*Serge [http://www.serge-fans.com/]
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*Synthesizers.com
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*Synthesizers.com [http://www.synthesizers.com/]
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*Doepfer
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*Doepfer [http://www.doepfer.de/home_e.htm]
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* some dude who [http://www.sdiy.org/rfeng/ made a sick rig]!
 
'''Components of a typical analog subtractive synth'''<br>
 
'''Components of a typical analog subtractive synth'''<br>
 
*oscillator
 
*oscillator
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*Control voltage, and gates.
 
*Control voltage, and gates.
 
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'''CMOS synthesizers/sequencers'''
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* [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1V9qerry_PsXTZqt_UDx7C-wcuMe_6_gyy6M_MyAgQoA/edit# 44 page guide] on making a Lunetta
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* Lunetta CMOS chip makes sound with a big patchbay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4nJucWH1_Pw
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* Forums on [http://electro-music.com/forum/index.php?f=160 Lunetta designs]
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== Classic synthesizer designs ==
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* [https://www.gearslutz.com/board/roland/sh-101-g11390/ Roland SH-101] ([http://manuals.fdiskc.com/flat/Roland%20SH101%20Service%20Manual.pdf service manual])
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* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhodes_Chroma ARP Rhodes Chroma]
  
 
==Tools of this workshop ==
 
==Tools of this workshop ==
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*Workshop will be divided into sections, a discussion followed by 1-1 time for participants with the modular to patch up your own sounds.(depending on attendance)
 
*Workshop will be divided into sections, a discussion followed by 1-1 time for participants with the modular to patch up your own sounds.(depending on attendance)
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== Future plans, optional discussions (maybe) ==
 
== Future plans, optional discussions (maybe) ==
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== If You Would Like to Join Us ==
 
== If You Would Like to Join Us ==
  
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*1st class to held on '''Saturday, May 4th from 12pm - 6pm'''.
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*Next class to held on '''Saturday, May 25th from 12pm - 6pm''' in the church.
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*Next  workshop TBA.
 
* Email douglas at '''greenshoos at gmail dotcom'''
 
* Email douglas at '''greenshoos at gmail dotcom'''
 
*bring headphones if you got em
 
*bring headphones if you got em
 
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== '''Reserve Your Spot''' ==
 
== '''Reserve Your Spot''' ==
 
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Latest revision as of 19:34, 26 November 2016


Modular Synthesis Workshop[edit]

Learn the basics of analog and modular synthesis[edit]


a semi-regular workshop We will talk about analog and modular synthesis, starting with the components of the basic subtractive synthesis signal path, oscillators, filters vca's, envelope generators and lfo's and then possibly get into more complex synthesis skills with sequencers, slope generators, clock dividers...ect..ect. We will talk about control voltage, triggers, gates, and how these are used to create simple to complex and evolving dynamic sounds.




Pictures of the modular synth rig from the fundraiser can be seen on flickr [1].

Topics of discussion[edit]

characteristics of sound and hearing

  • range of human hearing
  • pitch, timbre, amplitude

history and philosophy of modular synthesizers

Components of a typical analog subtractive synth

  • oscillator
  • filter
  • Voltage controlled amp
  • Low frequency oscillator (lfo)
  • envelope generator
  • Control voltage, and gates.


CMOS synthesizers/sequencers

Classic synthesizer designs[edit]

Tools of this workshop[edit]

  • We will be working on large Moog format style modular synthesizer.
  • Workshop will be divided into sections, a discussion followed by 1-1 time for participants with the modular to patch up your own sounds.(depending on attendance)

Future plans, optional discussions (maybe)[edit]

  • Synth Diy!!
  • basic soldering skills
  • synth module building
  • analog circuits
  • different chips and thier uses, ex. tl074 quad op-amp
  • different styles of synthesis/techniques, FM, Additive, Wavetable...
  • Midi
  • DAWS
  • Ableton Live skills



If You Would Like to Join Us[edit]

  • Next class to held on Saturday, May 25th from 12pm - 6pm in the church.
  • Next workshop TBA.
  • Email douglas at greenshoos at gmail dotcom
  • bring headphones if you got em



Reserve Your Spot[edit]


To get involved, subscribe & post to Sound-hacks or send an email to Douglas at greenshoos at gmail dotcom
Your Name Attending or Maybe Whole workshop or Just Part time
Douglas Guaranteed Whole
Your Name Attending or Maybe Whole Time or Just Part
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