ERICA SYNTHS SYNTRX review with sounds by MARK JENKINS

video upload by Mark Jenkins

"A quick look at the Latvian-made synth which brings MIDI and patch programmability to the classic EMS VCS3 and Synthi A layout. www.markjenkinsmusic.com"

MOOG SUB 37 synth 1st UK user review/demo by MARK JENKINS

Published on Oct 15, 2014 MarkJenkinsMusic

"The new Moog Sub 37 duophonic analog synth, the first unit in the UK, put through its paces by MARK JENKINS author of the book/CD "Analog Synthesizers" (Focal Press) available through Amazon worldwide. More information, lecture and concert bookings - www.markjenkinsmusic.com"

Some bits of this video reminded me of the character of the Steiner Parker Synthacon in this video.

Moog Sub 37s on eBay

Moog Synthesizers 50th Anniversary! Live concert in London Saturday October 11th!

Published on Sep 29, 2014 MarkJenkinsMusic

"London celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Moog Synthesizer with Moog Theremin expert LYDIA KAVINA, electro-pop duo VILE ELECTRODES, and synth author MARK JENKINS playing music in the styles of Klaus Schulze and Tangerine Dream. Moog synths old and new on stage and on display, and a stunning setting near Denmark Street and the British Museum. Tickets £18.99 by PayPal from account moog50london@gmail.com or e-mail the same address for more details. Doors 6.45pm Saturday October 11th 2014, ends 10.15pm, tubes Tottenham Court Road, Covent Garden, Holborn, Russell Square. Facebook; www.facebook.com/groups/moog50london"

YAMAHA CS60 For Sale

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Published on May 2, 2014 MarkJenkinsMusic·34 videos

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"A very rare opportunity to own a fully working Yamaha CS60. More portable than the CS80 and more expressive than the CS50, the CS60 is the ideal way to get those amazing Blade Runner/Chariots of Fire sounds which Vangelis created on the CS80. Other CS80 fans include Eddie Jobson who created fantastic layered textures and leads for "UK" and other bands, and Klaus Schulze.

The CS60 is eight-note polyphonic, fully analogue with variable resonance filters and has a velocity and aftertouch sensitive keyboard. Aftertouch can bring in vibrato, tremolo and filter opening just like on the CS80. Also as on the CS80, the CS60 has a fantastic voltage controlled ring modulator which creates huge clanging bell-like and metallic sounds - these are all over the 'Blade Runner' soundtrack and the music of Klaus Schulze - and a pitch strip which bends notes down to the sub-audio region..."

Delta Music Research System 1100 for sale - envelopes demo

Published on Feb 20, 2014 MarkJenkinsMusic·32 videos

This one is currently listed on eBay here. 1st video and pics captured here. Note these are super rare. This is only the 8th Delta Research post on the site.

"My Delta Music Research Studio System 1100 for sale in London, an additional demo of the envelopes - see the main part of the demo on my channel.

www.markjenkinsmusic.com"

Delta Music Research Polyphonic Modular System 1100 SN 003

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Published on Feb 16, 2014 MarkJenkinsMusic·31 videos

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"DELTA MUSIC RESEARCH STUDIO SYSTEM 1100
POLYPHONIC ANALOG MODULAR SYNTHESIZER, SERIAL No. 003

This is my fantastic Delta Music Research Studio System 1100 Polyphonic analog modular synthesiser. Built in Canada it's thought by ex-Moog technicians, there are very few of these systems in existence and this is Serial No. 003. It's probably the only one in the UK, though there are other users still in Canada and the USA.

The 1100 has all the advantages of an analog modular system and none of the disadvantages. Firstly although it appears modular, you don't have to install modules individually as they all share a large control panel circuit board, so there's no fiddly screw mounting system. In any case it's hard to see why you would ever want to change any modules when you have this great specification -

4 x Voltage Controlled Oscillators (switchable audio/LF)
4 x Voltage Controlled Envelopes
4 x Voltage Controlled Amplifiers
2 x Low Frequency Oscillators
2 x 4-channel mixers
2 x Voltage Controlled Filters
White/Pink Noise source
4 x Voltage Attenuators
6 x Multiples
Balanced Modulator
Inverter Summer
Voltage Controlled Flanger
Springline Reverb

Because the system has four of most modules and comes complete with a microprocessor controlled four-voice polyphonic keyboard, it's designed to play as a polyphonic analog synthesiser comparable to a polyphonic MiniMoog or an Oberheim 4-Voice. But mostly you'd use it in monophonic mode, and with the ability to modulate oscillators at audio frequencies and add voltage controlled flanging, it's capable of some incredible abstract sound textures. It's easily the equal of an EMS Synthi VCS3 in terms of being able to create and sustain its own evolving, clangourous and metallic sonic landscapes.

The system cabinet is 24.5 inches wide so this is a much more impressive object than the usual 19-inch systems. As such it would make an incredible centrepiece for an advanced analog or sound effects programming studio. Included also are the keyboard, box of patch cables, and 110V convertor for use in the UK (this powers both modules and keyboard).

Physical condition is very good. Some minor marks on the black tolex covering. One knob cap damaged but working (it may take you half an hour to spot which one).

For functionality refer to the YouTube demo where you will see and hear the oscillators, filters, LFO's, white noise, flanger, reverb, attenuators and others modules working, and this comprises the statement of the current working condition. I do not guarantee every one of the 250 or more controls and I can't demo the ADSR modules at the moment as I have no voltage trigger source for them. There may be some non-working options, or maybe I'm just not quite clear about the distinction between black (voltage) and white (audio) sources, and in fact I don't have much idea of the intended function of the AC/DC VCA's, the Balanced Modulator or the Inverter Summer. Some of the functions are simply not quite what you're used to - the two filters for example seem subtly different, though they are labelled the same.

I haven't been using the Power Amp (presumably a Headphone Amp) output as there's a spare output on the rear, but in the demo I simply take audio from any point in the system via an Attenuator as volume control.

The keyboard powers up and is assumed working but I'm not sure if I ever had a program cassette for it. There are PAiA user discussion groups easily accessible which will help you get the keyboard up and running, but I have always the synth with other control sources including MIDI controller keyboards with MIDI-to-CV interfaces, and aside from creating sound effects, this is much more likely how you would play the instrument.

In summary, the instrument is sold exactly as seen in the YouTube demo with no guarantee for every function. It is an advanced instrument absolutely not intended for beginners and not suitable for those who don't have some engineering and service backup available. As such no returns will be accepted.

PAYMENT/DELIVERY
Because of its size and value this instrument is intended for collection in London with cash payment. I'm very flexible about collection times and am based a couple of miles from the North Circular. You will not be able to collect on foot - the modular goes in any car boot, the keyboard (if you want it) on the back seat of any car. Parking is easy.

If you seem reputable there is a small chance I would sell and ship to you. I can crate the modular, just, but would probably decline to ship the keyboard which will be scrapped. You would pay by bank transfer and no other method. If you can not collect in London and pay cash, and expect shipping, please make contact at least two days before the listing end with your details. I will probably delete any bid which seems to require shipping to most non-UK countries.

www.markjenkinsmusic.com"

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Doepfer A100 Custom Suitcase Analog Modular Synthesizer System

Published on Jan 6, 2014 MarkJenkinsMusic·30 videos

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"3 VCO, 5 LFO, VC Delay and Trautonium Ribbon Controller System

This is my incredible custom portable Doepfer A100 modular analog synthesiser system, probably the most powerful it's possible to build in such a compact unit.

Think of it as two separate synths - the top row like a MiniMoog with three oscillators, mixer, Lowpass Filter, Envelope and Modulation Oscillator, the bottom row more like an EMS Synthi VCS3 with four slow oscillators, white noise/random, sample & hold, portamento, a voltage controlled delay line, a custom modulation joystick and a touch sensitive ribbon controller.

The power of this system for electronic, ambient, techno, abstract and film music has to be heard to be believed. Here's my YouTube demo [above] of the actual system on sale, please watch it to the end for important information about the sale."

Modularised Roland SH3a Up for Auction

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"The SH3a is unique as a sound effects synthesizer in having a single oscillator with multiple footages all with different waveforms, "chorus" (pulse width modulation) on the 8 foot waveform, dual independent LFO's, white noise, and a sample & hold section capable of creating complex glissando and arpeggio patterns.

I used this SH3a for sound effects as a substitute for the larger and more expensive EMS Synthi VCS3, and with some reverb and delay added it sounds stunning.

White noise is also included and there are various modes for bending the pitch, as well as voltage inputs for filter and oscillator on the rear.

There isn't a Gate input so with the keyboard removed you can't play melodies on it as such. But the three keyboard connection cables are bundled inside and an experienced engineer could access these to restore keyboard functions, or to interface an analog sequencer. I have NOT kept the keyboard.

In very good working order and playing condition. The 32' footage doesn't work but for very deep bass you can transpose down very low while using the 16' setting. A spray of switch cleaner would be of benefit on most switches and rotaries."


Published on Dec 12, 2013 MarkJenkinsMusic·29 videos

Video previously posted here.

Roland SH3a Modularised

Published on Dec 12, 2013 MarkJenkinsMusic·29 videos

"My modularised SH3a, for sale in London. Cash on collection or payment by bank transfer with fully insured shipping anywhere.

www.markjenkinsmusic.com"

WALDORF Micro Q with Remote Keyboard Controller

WALDORF Micro Q and Keyboard for sale in London

Published on Sep 5, 2013 MarkJenkinsMusic·28 videos

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"This is my good condition Waldorf Micro Q including power supply and a two-octave velocity sensitive MIDI keyboard, for sale in London, offers starting at 295 pounds.

The Micro Q has three oscillators, four envelopes and three LFO's per voice, built-in effects, arpeggiator and multiple audio outputs.

Collection in London with cash payment or I'll ship anywhere after payment by cheque or bank transfer. I don't accept PayPal.

www.markjenkinsmusic.com"

Expanded Klaus Schulze Edition Black Quasimidi 309 GROOVE-X RAVE-O-LUTION

Published on May 8, 2013 MarkJenkinsMusic·27 videos



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"This is my rare QUASIMIDI 309-Groove-X rare KLAUS SCHULZE LIMITED EDITION now for sale in London.

It's a special version of the Rave-O-Lution 309 with a black finish, Klaus Schulze signature, special patterns, and two expansion sound memories on board.

The 309 is basically a Roland TR808/909 style drum machine plus a TB303 style bassline synth and sequencer, with dozens of drum, percussion and synth sounds to choose from, four audio outputs, two audio input, built-in effects and MIDI.

As such it's great for dance and DJ composers, and in this version particularly good for synth/sequencer composers too. There are patterns onboard which sound like entire Klaus Schulze techno albums alone.

The bass drum, snare and hi-hat sounds can be chosen from a whole bank of samples and have pitch and decay altered. There's a 12-note polyphonic bank of percussion sounds which include a lot of synth and string hits so make the instrument sound more like a polyphonic synth. The mono lead/bass synth of course has variable lowpass filter with resonance, and there's an overall Overblast overdrive as well as delay, flanger, reverb and other effects.

Patterns can be composed and chained into Songs and dumped via MIDI.

This 309 is in very good condition and includes rack ears and original power supply. There's a slight bend in the top left of the panel which isn't noticeable when rackmounted. Occasionally it's a little eccentric - some buttons sometimes need a firmer press than others and the display which usually flicks back to Tempo when it's not doing anything else sometimes stays on the last parameter you've edited. Nothing major though.

I'd like this to be collected in London (UK) and paid in cash. I will ship to the UK and to the USA, Germany and the rest of Europe, but you'll have to arrange payment by bank transfer or some other reliable method as I don't use PayPal.

More contact details for me on my website www.markjenkins.co"

QUASIMIDI POLYMORPH Demo Video

Published on Apr 16, 2013 MarkJenkinsMusic·26 videos

via this auction. Note this is a five day listing only. You can contact Mark below. Note I have a strict policy of only listing eBay items on the site and recommending Paypal only so you have buyer protection, however this one is in via Mark Jenkins who has been featured a number of times on the site. I'm guessing he is safe.

"QUASIMIDI POLYMORPH rare polyphonic virtual analog MIDI synth/sequencer

Up for sale is my excellent condition QUASIMIDI Polymorph. Designed with input from Klaus Schulze, this basically simulates a Moog Modular synth and multi-channel sequencer. It's four-note polyphonic and multitimbral, playing four different virtual analog synth sounds created from a huge variety of waveshapes. With MIDI In and Out and effects, the Polymorph can create huge synth sounds, multiple steptime patterns, percussion patterns and much more. Sequences can be chained into Songs and edited live while performing.

This unit's in very good condition complete with rack ears and a UK power supply. Some slight front panel and rackmount scratches.

I'd prefer collection in London but I'll ship to the UK, Europe and the USA, after full cleared irreversible payment. I don't accept any payment method which allows unscrupulous buyers to have funds deducted from the seller's bank account while still in possession of their goods, specifically I DON'T ACCEPT PAYPAL, as I only accept payment methods including bank transfer which are subject to UK and international banking regulators.

Feel free to contact me any time while the auction's running to discuss payment, collection or shipping options.

Happy Synthesizing (and Sequencing!)

MARK JENKINS
www.markjenkins.co"

MFB 502 demo

Published on Apr 28, 2013 MarkJenkinsMusic·26 videos

"For sale, MFB502 drum machine. Analog sounds, MIDI In to play from keyboards and computers, programmable memories. UK power supply included if sold in the UK, overseas buyers need a local 12V 500mA DC power supply, standard connector.

Cash on collection in London, or I will ship anywhere but I DON'T ACCEPT PAYPAL IN PAYMENT.

Mark Jenkins
www.markjenkins.co"

Music From Outer Space SoundLab MiniSynth - TecBug Custom Cabinet

Music From Outer Space SoundLab MiniSynth - TecBug Custom Cabinet - for sale in London
Published on Feb 24, 2013 MarkJenkinsMusic·24 videos


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"This is my beautifully constructed Music From Outer Space SoundLab Minisynth, built by TecBug in the UK into a compact black tolex covered mini combo amp cabinet.

The synth has two audio oscillators which go to low and hypersonic frequencies, white noise, switchable LP/BP filter, AD/ASR envelope, and LFO. Many modulation routings including envelopes to filter, LFO to Pulse Width and so on are included for some great sound manipulation options.

An extra panel offers audio output and CV/Gate in for use with a CV keyboard or sequencer. UK power supply included.

Speakers and echo heard on the demo are not built in. Full info is on the Music From Outer Space website, I don't have a handbook but the synth is functioning exactly as seen in this demo - I think I understand all the functions except AR Repeat On, which may or may not be functioning as intended.

Contact me direct in London to purchase. I will ship inside or outside the UK after cash or bank transfer payment - I don't accept PayPal.

www.markjenkins.co
markjenkinsmedia@gmail.com"

MARK JENKINS "EX1T STRATEGY" from "EX1GENE"

Published on Jan 13, 2013 MarkJenkinsMusic·23 videos

"The second promo video for the latest Mark Jenkins CD "EX1GENE" recorded on the Yamaha EX1 polyphonic synthesizer. "EX1T STRATEGY" is more typical of the CD's ambient/world synthesizer content, with comparisons to the music of Brian Eno, Cluster, Ashra, Klaus Schulze and Tangerine Dream. The CD is available worldwide via Amazon and www.markjenkins.co"

Follow-up to:
MARK JENKINS "Peter Gunn" from the CD "EX1GENE"

MARK JENKINS "Peter Gunn" from the CD "EX1GENE"

Published on Jan 5, 2013 MarkJenkinsMusic·22 videos

"MARK JENKINS 'Peter Gunn' from the CD 'EX1GENE'. Composed by Henry Mancini, arranged by Keith Emerson, performed by Mark Jenkins on the Yamaha EX-1. Drums, sound effects, fx, mixing; Apple Mac. Filmed and edited by Mark Jenkins. CD "EX1GENE" by Mark Jenkins out now through Amazon and www.markjenkins.co"

"'Peter Gunn', an award-winning TV detective show theme composed by Henry Mancini, became a staple of Emerson Lake & Palmer's live concerts in the late 1970's and Mark Jenkins first performed the piece in 1985. 'I liked my 1980's version but the opportunity to recreate the piece effectively using the same instrumentation as Keith Emerson but with the added benefits of the latest computer editing techniques and sound effects was very exciting', Mark explains. 'My most recent albums and live performances have all been of sequencer-based iPad music, so multitracking a quite demanding piece played entirely by hand again was a great experience'.

'Peter Gunn' is the first video track released to promote Mark's new CD 'EX1GENE'. 'A lot of the other tracks owe more to world music, krautrock and Brian Eno's ambient style, so this progressive rock piece makes a rousing end to the album. I'll be creating some more abstract videos though for the more chillout oriented tracks on the CD'.

Mark Jenkins will be in concert in the UK and overseas during 2013, though the EX-1, which weighs something over 480 pounds, will definitely not be appearing on stage...

www.markjenkins.co
facebook.com/markjenkinslondon"

YAMAHA EX1 FOR SALE POLYSYNTH ELP VIDEO

YouTube Published on Jun 14, 2012 by MarkJenkinsMusic

Update: according to Wikipedia the EX-42 was the stage model of the GX1, not the EX1.

Update: for those pressed on time, don't miss the slide out programmer at 20:14, the inside with the front panel removed/hinged up at 22:22, and the horizontal vibrato at 13:00 for the small keyboard. 13:47 reminded me of Beastie Boys Intergalactic.

"YAMAHA EX1 POLYPHONIC SYNTHESIZER FOR SALE.

My Yamaha EX1 is now for sale. In extremely good playing order, it's located in central UK. Buyer will collect and will need a large van ideally with tail lift.

The Yamaha EX1 is the theatre version of the GX1 as played by Keith Emerson (with Emerson Lake & Palmer on 'Fanfare for the Common Man'), by Led Zeppelin, Stevie Wonder, Abba, Ekseption and more recently by Hans Zimmer. It's thought that maybe a dozen GX1's and 40 EX1's were manufactured.

While the GX1 was fully programmable (with difficulty) and featured a pitch bend strip, the EX1 is easily programmed for three overall patches using a slide-out front panel, and has polyphonic glide and, on the solo keyboard, a unique side-to-side movement for modulation.

The EX1 features two fully polyphonic keyboards (with organ tabs and polyphonic analog synthesizer sounds) which can be slaved together, a top keyboard monophonic analog synthesizer which can be slaved to the upper organ manual, and a monophonic analog synthesizer bass played from the included pedals, or slaved to the lower keyboard. Also included is an analog drum machine, auto chord accompaniment section, and arpeggiator.

Included with this EX1 is the original double width pearl white matching bench, and the user manual. I never took delivery of the matching speakers which are enormous - there are various audio outputs to use Leslie-type rotary speakers, or such effects can simply be added by digital fx units.

Playing condition is exactly as shown in the video, shot in mid-June 2012, and while there are very very minor questions the instrument is basically in full working order. One or two keys are intermittent on some but not all sounds, but are by no means dead and probably just in need of a clean, a couple of panel light bulbs are dead, and it's possible one of the several modulation shapes on the solo synth is non-functional - but then again, it's possible I may have misunderstood some functions, and it's certain that most controls need to be DOWN rather than UP as you'd expect for full level.

To collect the synth you'll need a large and ideally tail-lift van able to reach central UK. The bass pedals, bench and bench legs are all separately boxed. Please do not ask me about shipping of any kind - it's not possible.

Substantial offers please including details of your arrangements for collection. Obviously no dubious payment methods such as Western Union or PayPal will even be considered.

Another good EX1 demo starts here [embed below]

www.markjenkins.co"

Yamaha EX-1 Mega synth / organ tutorial by Miguel Kertsman! (part 1)

Uploaded by MiguelKertsman on Nov 28, 2011

"Composer and Keyboardist Miguel Kertsman demonstrates / explains the legendary Yamaha EX-1 Electone Organ / Synth in this detailed three-part tutorial, including live performances and improvisations!"

More videos here: https://www.youtube.com/user/MiguelKertsman/videos

"El Monstruo" custom modular synthesizer system - MARKJENKINS.CO

YouTube Published on May 1, 2012 by MarkJenkinsMusic

"My custom built modular synthesizer system "El Monstruo" (The Monster") featured on The Gadget Show on Channel 5 TV in the UK, followd by a detailed rundown of the system featuring a Delta Music Reseach four-note polyphonic analog modular synth, Delta Music Research four-note polyphonic microprocessor controlled analog keyboard controller, two Moog Taurus II monophonic analog bass synth brains, two Korg MS2000 polyphonic virtual analog MIDI synthesizers, Quasimidi Groove X Klaus Schulze edition drum machine, FutureRetro Mobius CV/gate/MIDI sequencer, Quasimidi Polymorph polyphonic MIDI synth/sequencer, dual Pro Muzer analog drum synthesizers, Synare PS1 analog drum synth brain (separate pads), Roland SH3a monophonic analog synth (keyboard removed), Nobels four-channel mixer, 48-hole patchbay, TASCAM MM1 mixer, Roland MKB300 splttable MIDI controller keyboard, spares and patch cables.

www.markjenkins.co

www.facebook.com/markjenkinslondon"

Delta Music Research modular & ULT Sound percussion synth in there as well.
This one added to the Synths in TV and Film post.

ANIMOOG - MARK JENKINS full review

YouTube Uploaded by MarkJenkinsMusic on Oct 17, 2011

"ANIMOOG the first polyphonic synth software app by Moog reviewed in detail by Mark Jenkins, author of "Analog Synthesizers: Understanding, Performing, Buying - from the Legacy of Moog to Software Synthesis". Mark performs using Animoog and other iPad apps at the BIRMINGHAM THINK TANK SCIENCE MUSEUM PLANETARIUM (UK) on Saturday November 26th 2011, tickets on sale now, and on the EAST COAST USA in March 2012. www.markjenkins.co"

Animoog - Moog Music Inc.
iPads on eBay

MARK JENKINS "Supernova" Planetarium show

YouTube Uploaded by MarkJenkinsMusic on Jun 14, 2011

follow-up to this post

"MARK JENKINS performs two shows live at the VANDERBILT PLANETARIUM, CENTERPORT N.Y. on Saturday July 23rd 2011. Tickets from www.vanderbiltmuseum.org and more information from www.markjenkins.co

The show "Supernova" is a 48-minute space fantasy with live narrative voiceover. The two performances also include music from the world's first all-iPad CD "The iPad Album" including some well-known sci-fi soundtrack music.

Seen and heard; EMS Synthi Aks, Sequential Prophet 600, Ensoniq SQ80, Roland JD900 and various modules. This track is "Starless and Bible Black" originally from the CD "Mexico Rising" which is available by mail worldwide through Amazon (click the link at the bottom of my YouTube profile page to order)."