Switched On Austin - Synth studio & store tour | Austin, TX

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https://www.switchedonaustin.com

A synth studio and store tour of Switched-On in Austin, Texas -- including the Switched On synthesizer showroom, walk-through of the Switched On synth store and brief highlight of the synthesizer repair area.

During a trip to Austin in early 2020 I had a chance to revisit the Switched On synth shop I first toured in 2018 [video bellow]. Switched On have since moved from their original location to a new spot and are under new ownership, so it was a great opportunity to see the new synth store.

This synth studio and store walkthrough showcases Switched On's extensive record collection, tape machines, various synthesizers, modular gear, classic vintage synths, rack units and more. To learn more about Switched On, visit https://www.switchedonaustin.com

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Meris x Korg Arp 2600 FS

Switched On

"We couldn't be happier to carry the incredible Meris collection of effects, so to highlight them we decided to process a simple sequence from the Arp 2600 and let the pedals do all of the heavy lifting!

Enzo: https://switchedonaustin.com/products...
Hedra: https://switchedonaustin.com/products...
Ottobit Jr.: https://switchedonaustin.com/products...
Polymoon: https://switchedonaustin.com/products...
Mercury 7: https://switchedonaustin.com/products..."

Switched On Grand Relocation Party Set for Friday Nov 15 8PM

via https://switchedonaustin.com

"We moved, so come hang.  Live Performances by the Switched On staff.  Have a drink at our new showroom.

Our New Address - 2400 East Cesar Chavez, Suite 316B Austin, Texas"

Switched On Walkthrough April 2019

Published on Apr 3, 2019 Switched On

"We love synthy stuff :)"

https://switchedonaustin.com

Rex the Dog Live Modular Performance Coming to Switched-On Austin

RSVP here

"Rex The Dog makes and performs music with analogue electronics and a self-built Modular Synthesiser.
He carries this precious machinery around the world, bringing his idiosyncratic sounds to packed crowds at the best clubs, festivals and parties. In the last 18 months this has included everywhere from Berlin’s hallowed Panorama Bar, to an intimate pop up gig in a Barcelona record store. Rex has released on Kompakt Records since his first EP ‘Prototype’ in 2004, as well as Kitsuné and Southern Fried. Recent releases have included the acclaimed ‘Sicko’ and ‘Teufelsberg’, earning him the support of his DJ colleagues including Jennifer Cardini, Roman Flügel, Jackmaster and Kölsch. As well as his original material, Rex has released selected remixes for the likes of Depeche Mode, Me Me Me and Moby.

His next EP ‘Crasher’ will come on Kompakt on 4th May 2018."

https://switchedonaustin.com

4K Switched On Walk-Through May 2018

Published on May 29, 2018 Switched On

"A quick jaunt through the store and shop of Switched On in Austin Texas. We are a full retail and service center for all things synthesizer. We update our web-store daily with vintage synthesizers, effects, and pro-audio equipment. ***Learning to use our new camera*** :):):)

www.SwitchedOnAustin.com

All music courtesy of Curved Light.

www.curvedlight.bandcamp.com"

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P.S. You'll find Switched On's new banner on the right. Glad to have them back on the site! :)

EML Electrocomp 200 & 300

Published on May 15, 2018 Switched On

"Joey Postiglione making some scary sounds on our fully restored EML Electrocomp 200 & 300. Featuring cameos by the Yamaha CP70 & the Make Noise Rene, all of which is available at www.switchedonaustin.com"

Arp Odyssey MKII - modified w/ Built In Spring Reverb

Published on Oct 23, 2018 Switched On

"Switched On has modified this vintage Arp Odyssey to have a built in spring reverb tank inside its enclosure. It sounds like an Arp 2600 - more or less! It sounds amazing!"

https://switchedonaustin.com/

Switched On Walk-Through - April, 14 2014

Published on Apr 14, 2014 Switched On·54 videos

"In this video you are hearing the lovely sounds of the Critter & Guitari Pocket Piano with some added reverb."

http://www.switchedonaustin.com

Switched On Modular Meet-Up & Birthday Party!!!

via Switched On Facebook

"Switched On is turning 4 years old!!! The years have been flying by and we have had some excellent times.

To celebrate we want to host a synth meet-up for a night of patching, talking synths, tunes, and good times.

We invite you to bring your modular synth of any format or era. Don't worry if you don't have a modular. Anyone and any synth is welcome! Interesting effects, controllers, or computer aided workflows are also encouraged.

We are going to bring some of our personal setups and items from the store as well.

If you are a manufacturer, maker, do it your selfer, hacker, bender, tweaker: Please bring something you have created!

NOTE: We will have some keyboard stands, tables, headphones, and mixers BUT please bring what you can to setup. Headphones are required!

Show off a patch, talk technique, talk about your favorite new module, check out some other new modules, enjoy a fine beverage or 4, and get to know other people and devices.

This will all be happening at 2400 E. Caesar Chavez in the building with the sweet "Nice n' Clean" mural with a lowrider on it. It is also directly across from Counter Culture Cafe.

We are going to get a keg of beer. Type TBA.
Catering by Counter Culture.
http://countercultureaustin.com/

Check our new, used, and vintage inventory:
www.switchedonaustin.com

More details TBA!"

Future Retro MondoVox

Published on Nov 6, 2013

Details on the MondoVox previously posted here.

www.switchedonaustin.com

"In this demo we go through some of the features of the Future Retro MondoVox with Korg's most recent line of analog monosynths. The Mondovox turns these 3 MIDI capable monophonic synthesizers into a 3-voice, 8 oscillator polyphonic synthesizer with 4 independent filters!

The Mondovox takes polyphonic MIDI data and translates it to so that each voice is on its own MIDI channel. This allows for new ways to engage a spread of monophonic synthesizers or anything with MIDI! This can include multi-timbral, polyphonic, or virtual synthesizers.

You can find the Future Retro Mondovox for sale on our website:
http://www.switchedonaustin.com/produ...

Switched is social:
https://www.facebook.com/SwitchedOnATX

Twitter:
@SwitchedOnATX

Instagram:
@switchedonaustin"

R.A. Moog Model 10 Modular Synthesizer at Switched On

Published on Sep 27, 2013 Switched On·51 videos

"Check out more vintage synths:
http://www.switchedonaustin.com

Switched On recently restored a Moog Model 10 synthesizer. Before we sent it out the door we wanted to get a little bit of documentation to share.

It is very clear upon hearing the timbral quality of this system that everything described about the original Moog sound and the legendary 904a low-pass filter is very true. One especially nice module that is included in this system in the Fixed Filter Bank. You can consider this to operate like an EQ but with resonance! By driving up isolated harmonic bands pre-lowpass filter it adds a very pleasant sounding distortion that is unlike anything.
You can hear it demonstrated in the first patch in this video.

Enjoy this droney raga and a few other autonomous sound effect patches from a machine that changed the world.

Switched On is a online retailer and brick & mortar store front in Austin, TX that specializes in new, used, and vintage musical electronics.

Shop with Switched On here:
http://www.switchedonaustin.com

Add us on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/SwitchedOnATX

Follow us on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/SwitchedOnTX
@SwitchedOnTX"

Switched On Walk-Through feat. LinnDrum LM-1

Published on Sep 13, 2013 Switched On·50 videos

"Shop with us online:
http://www.switchedonaustin.com

A walk through of our store front in Austin, TX to allow you (the viewer) to quickly glance at some of our inventory.

This week your hearing some in house recordings of the original LinnDrum LM-1, Roland TR-606, Make Noise Rene, and the new Delptronics Thunderclap.

If you see anything you would like to know more about please feel free to e-mail us at:
switchedonaustin@gmail.com
or Call us: (512) 782-8806 Noon-6pm (Central Standard Time)

Switched On buys, sells, repairs and restores all manners of musical electronics...new, used, and vintage.

Like us on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/SwitchedOnATX?ref=br_tf

Follow us on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/SwitchedOnTX"

A Hybrid Digisound & Aries Modular Synthesizer at Switched On

Published on Sep 5, 2013 Switched On·49 videos

"This spectacular synthesizer system is a combination of Digisound modules (white faceplates) & Aries Modular (black faceplates). Originally there were two non-functional systems, an Aries Modular system and the Digisound. Switched On was asked to resurrect two separate system and combine them for the best arrangement of modules. The result was very pleasing to say the least!

This patch is based around the 4 wavetable based Digisound DCOs cycling through a bank of 8 wavetables each. Each DCO has 4 banks of 8 waveforms totaling at 32 possible waveforms. Occasionally you will see the bank being switched to allow a different set of 8 waveforms to cycle. By "multing" the pulse signal off the Digisound Quad LFO we are able to make all 4 Digisound DCOs step through various waveforms in time. One of the DCOs is being processed through the Digisound Ring Modulator to add some extra metallic brilliance, and another DCO is being processed through the Aries Frequency Divider adding even further versatility to the timbre. All 4 are being mixed and summed into the gorgeous sounding fully discrete state variable filter made by Aries. In our opinion the sound of the filter is somewhat reminiscent of a Sequential Circuits Pro-One. We are also sending just a touch of modulation from the Digisound Quad LFO to the cutoff frequency and resonance of the Aries Filter to add some extra animation to our sound. In this circumstance we are using the filter as an output stage as well.

We hope you enjoy the sounds of this very rare and unique modular system that we had the pleasure of working on!

Switched On is a full service dealer and repair shop of all manners of musical electronics.
Shop with us & find out more about what we do on our website:
http://www.switchedonaustin.com/

Follow us on Instagram:
http://instagram.com/switchedonaustin

Facebook:
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Twitter:
https://twitter.com/SwitchedOnTX"

Update: pics here

Switched On Walk Through feat. Sequential Circuits Prophet-5

Published on Aug 2, 2013 Switched On·48 videos

"http://www.switchedonaustin.com

A walk through of our store front in Austin, TX to allow you (the viewer) to quickly glance at some of our inventory.

This week your hearing the immense sound of the Sequential Circuits Prophet-5 being processed through a Roland RE-301 Chorus Tape Echo.

If you see anything you would like to know more about please feel free to e-mail us at:
switchedonaustin@gmail.com
or Call us: (512) 782-8806 Noon-6pm (Central Standard Time)

Switched On buys, sells, repairs and restores all manners of musical electronics...new, used, and vintage.

Shop with us online:
http://www.switchedonaustin.com

Keep updated on events and new inventory:
@SwitchedOnTX
*and*
http://www.facebook.com/switchedonaustin"

Click here for previous walk-through videos.

Nerd's Ascent

Nerd's Ascent from Portrait on Vimeo.

"This is what happens when you sneak into a synthesizer store at night.

Direction/Production/Editing/Music: http://P.ortra.it
Director of Photography: http://Malcolm-Elijah.com
Location/Gear: http://SwitchedOnAustin.com
Audio Mastering: http://darkartmastering.com
Special thanks to Sarah, Chad, Eric, Michael, Eli and the whole Switched On Crew.

All sounds were recorded live at Switched On in Austin, Texas using new & vintage hardware synths & effects. The name "Nerd's Ascent" comes from the title of a patch on the amazing Eventide Space Reverb.

Cast of characters: YAMAHA CS-40m, Moog Minimoog Voyager XL, YAMAHA YC-20 Combo Organ, Roland RE-501 Chorus Echo, Korg King Korg, Moog Sub Phatty, ARP Solus, Eventide Space Reverb, Sequential Circuits Drumtraks, Hohner Clavinet D6, Electro-Harmonix Q-TRON Envelope Filter, Moog MF-103 12-Stage Phaser, Moog Opus 3, Korg PME 40x Pedals, Moog Thermine Etherwave Plus, Cynthia Four Transients, Make Noise Rene, Make Noise Echophon, Bubblesound CVWS, Bubblesound VCOb, 4MS Quad Pingable LFO, 4MS Pingable Envelope Generator, 4MS VCA Matrix, Make Noise Function, Grendel Formant Filter, Livewire Dual Bissell Generator, Apple Macbook Pro, RME Fireface UC, Ableton Live 9.

All inquiries: talk@p.ortra.it"

Update 8/3/2013:

Nerd's Ascent - Sample Audio & Footage

Nerd's Ascent - Sample Audio & Footage from Portrait on Vimeo.

"A few of my favorite bits of Audio from Nerd's Ascent.  [posted here]
https://vimeo.com/70150110

You can download the audio for this video here: http://is.gd/PortraitNerdsAscentAudioSample"

Switched On Walk-Through feat. Korg PS-3100 and SCI Pro-One

Published on May 21, 2013 Switched On·46 videos

"A walk through of our store front in Austin, TX to allow you (the viewer) to quickly glance at some of our inventory.

This week your hearing an improv recording of the Korg PS-3100 and SCI Pro-One.
The Pro-One is providing the sequence and the PS-3100 is providing the pads and leads. Both are running through a Roland RE-201 Space Echo (tape delay). Enjoy!

If you see anything you would like to know more about please feel free to e-mail us at:
switchedonaustin@gmail.com
or Call us: (512) 782-8806 Noon-6pm (Central Standard Time)

Switched On buys, sells, repairs and restores all manners of musical electronics...new, used, and vintage.

Shop with us online:
http://www.switchedonaustin.com

Keep updated on events and new inventory:
@SwitchedOnTX
*and*
http://www.facebook.com/switchedonaustin"

Catch all of Switched-On's Walk-Through videos here. It's a great look back in time.

Super Synthesis' "Super37" Powered Euro Case and Keyboard

Published on May 15, 2013 Switched On·45 videos

"Switched On is now carrying the Super Synthesis "Super37" powered Eurorack modular case and keyboard. Simply plug in a custom array of Euro modules and build your super synth. The keyboard feels excellent to play and is velocity sensitive, it's very portable, and it has midi out. The onboard midi sends out polyphonic data as well!

It includes one module that allows for switching octaves, velocity out, trig,gate, and of course volt per ocatve out. The modules single LED bulb also indicates the amount of velocity being sent from the keyboard by how luminous it is. And last but not least it can slew voltage from the keyboard to create glide effects.

It features 104HP of high quality Tip Top Audio Z-rail space, includes a Tip Top Audio powersupply, and has a well crafted aluminum chassis with stained wood sides.

They are made by Super Synthesis in our hometown of Austin, TX and we are pleased to be carrying them.

Read more about the Super37 and purchase HERE.

http://www.switchedonaustin.com"

Switched On Walk Through feat. Moog Minitaur, Akai Max49, Mutron Bi-Phase, and DOD 680 Analog Delay

Published on Apr 10, 2013 Switched On·44 videos

"A walk through of our store front in Austin, TX to allow you (the viewer) to quickly glance at some of our inventory.

This round we are using the Akai Max49 to sequence the Moog Minitaur using CV/Gate.
The Minitaur is also being processed with the infamous Mu-Tron Bi-Phase and a DOD 680 Analog Delay.

If you see anything you would like to know more about please feel free to e-mail us at:
switchedonaustin@gmail.com
or Call us: (512) 782-8806 Noon-6pm (Central Standard Time)

Switched On buys, sells, repairs and restores all manners of musical electronics...new, used, and vintage.

Shop with us online:
www.switchedonaustin.com
Keep updated on events and new inventory:
@SwitchedOnTX
*and*
http://www.facebook.com/switchedonaustin"

Switched On Walk-Through feat. Yamaha DX200

Published on Mar 26, 2013 Switched On·43 videos

"A walk through of our store front in Austin, TX to allow you (the viewer) to quickly glance at some of our inventory.

This week your hearing some in house recordings of a Yamaha DX200. The DX200 is a "groovebox" type of instrument although it is interesting in that it uses an FM type of synthesis and is easy to program with on the onboard knobs.

If you see anything you would like to know more about please feel free to e-mail us at:
switchedonaustin@gmail.com
or Call us: (512) 782-8806 Noon-6pm (Central Standard Time)

Switched On buys, sells, repairs and restores all manners of musical electronics...new, used, and vintage.

Shop with us online:
www.switchedonaustin.com

Keep updated on events and new inventory:
@SwitchedOnTX
*and*
http://www.facebook.com/switchedonaustin"