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A collection of five short patterns recently created on the Elektron Analog4, demonstrating various features and sound designs.

Minor editing.  No compression or limiting.  All efx produced on the A4.

Here's a description of the individual sections:

1. ("exo-suit") - 
>Osc2 synced to Osc1
>Osc2 type: transistor square with sub osc
>Lfo1 dest1: vibrato depth
>Lfo2 (rnd) dest1:  sub-osc type
>Lfo2 (rnd) dest2: filter1 (bp) freq

Arp was set to "RND," which randomly plays notes within the current chord.  I unmuted trigs for a more "full" pattern, later in the sample.

2. ("monochrome") -
>Osc2 type: tri w/sub
>Osc1 synced to Osc2
>Filt2: 1-pole, no res to slight res
>Lfo1 (rnd) dest1: Osc1 waveform
>Lfo1 (rnd) dest2: Osc2 pitch

A somewhat simple sync sound, where osc1 is synced to osc2 and its pitch is controlled by a random LFO.  This sample also demonstrates the snappy envelopes and soft curve of "LP1", a one-pole lowpass filter.

3. ("corruption") - 
>Osc1 type: tri with some percussive noise
>Amp envelope type: 3 (linear rise, expo fall; resets on each trigger)
>Efx: delay (width controlled by LFO) and reverb, gradually increased

This one shows the smooth side of the A4, with this sine-like tone.  A 32 step pattern was extend to 48 steps, on the fly; the arp acted as the sequencer.  That is, there were only three notes placed on trigs--the pattern was created by changing some of the arp parameters.

4. ("five") -
I forgot to write notes for this one, but it's basically a really rich sound making use of both oscs (saw) and their sub oscs (1 octave down).  

The sub oscs are taken out at the end of the track and PWM on the saw wave oscillators is employed.  

Also on show here is the awesome A4 sequencer and arp.  This is a 35 step pattern, where the arp plays a 5 octave range seven times, at the rate of "6" (1/16th notes).  You can imagine how complex it can get.

5. ("climax4") - 
Oops, I forgot to write down the notes for this one, too.
The sound is, again, pretty basic, but it uses both filters--filter one is about half-way closed during the first part of the track and is opened up later.  The second filter is "LP2", which is a two-pole multi-mode type.  There is some overdrive, but not much.  

I think the EFX are one of the main selling points of this machine.  Vast reverbs, flexible delay, workable chorus.  

Oh, did I mention the FX track has LFOs, too?  Yes, and for this track, LFO1 controls the HP filter of the delay unit, as well as the feedback.  You can hear some of that classic tape-type distortion as the delay fades away.

Thanks for listening.

-d
www.glitched.org

Five Short Elektron Analog4 Demos

Easel Shootout - Original 1973 Buchla

Here are 7 short contrasting styles of music that I’ve explored with the BEMI Music Easel.  It seems to be able to go a lot of different places and keeps me ever curious. Enjoy!

Uses Of An Easel

a single 200e patch recorded in a single pass then chopped up and layered in logic.  headphones would be a good idea. . . :-) 

Buchla Color Meditation

One track ,for the fun 227 test 
arp jupiter 4 
buchla 200r   ,227mix only tweaking ,208,258 morphing  ,230,296,,295,292,281,266,291 center sound

boop’s Enjoy!

LIQUIDE ...Arp buchla 227 morphing

Menace & Tracid - Buchla 200e

Buchla italy sketch1.2

3 hour electro mix.
Download here:http://percussionlab.com/sets/caisson/drexciyan_depths

Drexciya, Aux 88, UR, Kraftwerk, Gosub, Convextion, AS1, Detroit in Effect, Cosmic Force, Advent...
Recorded one take, vinyl only, 3 x 1210s + DJM 600
Tracklist below - Work in progress...

95 tracks

0.00.00 : Shifted Phases - Lonely Journey Of The Comet Bopp
http://www.discogs.com/Shifted-Phases-The-Cosmic-Memoirs-Of-The-Late-Great-Rupert-J-Rosinthrope/release/70050

0.03.00 : Drexciya - Song Of The Green Whale
http://www.discogs.com/Drexciya-Harnessed-The-Storm/release/28812

0.05.30 : Drexciya - Drexcyen Star Chamber
http://www.discogs.com/Drexciya-Grava-4/release/39525

0.07.40 : Kraftwerk - It's More Fun to Compute
http://www.discogs.com/Kraftwerk-Ultra-Rare-Traxx-2/release/486329

0.09.43 : Arpanet - Wireframe Images
http://www.discogs.com/Arpanet-Wireless-Internet/release/37205

0.11.25 : Transllusion - Negative Flash
http://www.discogs.com/Transllusion-The-Opening-Of-The-Cerebral-Gate/release/54258

0.14.00 : Drexciya - You don't know
http://www.discogs.com/Drexciya-The-Return-Of-Drexciya/release/1693

0.17.40 : E.R.P - Aurella
http://www.discogs.com/ERP-Event-Related-Potential/release/438599

0.19.10 : The Advent - Heights
http://www.discogs.com/Advent-Elements-Of-Life/master/71303

0.20.55 : Drexciya - Lake Haze
http://www.discogs.com/Drexciya-Harnessed-The-Storm/release/28812

0.23.43 : Mr De' - Shake it Baby
http://www.discogs.com/Mr-De-Shake-It-Baby/release/63916

0.25.30 : DJ Stingray - Silicon Romance
http://www.discogs.com/DJ-Stingray-Aqua-Team/release/1026941

0.27.30 : Mark Taylor - Antimatter Premium Unleaded
http://www.discogs.com/Mark-Taylor-Vintage-Future/release/3061

0.29.25 : UR - The Analog Assassin
http://www.discogs.com/UR-The-Analog-Assassin/release/38922

0.31.21 : Aux 88 - Lost in Outer Space
http://www.discogs.com/Aux-88-Aux-88/release/906603

0.33.20 : Ultradyne - Lardossen Search Squad
http://www.discogs.com/Ultradyne-The-Privilege-Of-Sacrifice/release/307255

0.35.15 : The Martian - Intruder
http://www.discogs.com/Martian-Meet-The-Red-Planet/release/7042

0.37.08 : Drexciya - Triangular Hydrogen Strain
http://www.discogs.com/Drexciya-Neptunes-Lair/release/13866

0.38.50 : Drexciya - Sighting In The Abyss
http://www.discogs.com/Drexciya-Aquatic-Invasion/release/1692

0.40.25 : Japanese Telecom - Nipponse Robots
http://www.discogs.com/Japanese-Telecom-Japanese-Telecom/release/43575

0.42.15 : $tinkworx - Southside Aquapolis
http://www.discogs.com/tinkworx-Aquapolis/release/1138359

0.44.40 : Fastgraph - Bar Code
http://www.discogs.com/Fastgraph-Evasive-Manoeuvres/release/1087181

0.45.47 : $tinkworx - Eastside Aquapolis
http://www.discogs.com/tinkworx-Aquapolis/release/1138359

0.47.24 : --

0.49.08 : Gosub - The Rain Comes Down
http://www.discogs.com/Gosub-Watchers-From-The-Black-Universe/release/941764

0.50.35 : Egypt Ear Werk
http://www.discogs.com/Egypt-Ear-Werk-Werk-Of-Art/release/1286630

0.52.00 : DMX Krew - Plasma Bubble
http://www.discogs.com/DMX-Krew-Ionospheric-Exploration/master/146491

0.53.13 : DMX Krew - Digital Input
http://www.discogs.com/DMX-Krew-Ionospheric-Exploration/master/146491

0.54.20 : Transllusion - Dimensional Glide
http://www.discogs.com/Transllusion-The-Opening-Of-The-Cerebral-Gate/release/54258

0.58.00 : Abstract Thought - Synchronised Dimensions
http://www.discogs.com/Abstract-Thought-Hypothetical-Situations/release/126966

1.01.18 : Glass Domain - Shatter Prone
http://www.discogs.com/Glass-Domain-Glass-Domain/release/205907

1.03.00 : Cybotron - Clear
http://www.discogs.com/Cybotron-Clear/release/1129421

1.04.53 : A Guy Called Gerald - Blow Your House Down
http://www.discogs.com/A-Guy-Called-Gerald-Blow-Your-House-Down-Remixes-Part-1/release/680712

1.06.30 : Rutherford - Closure
http://www.discogs.com/Rutherford-Cessna/release/443227

1.09.20 : Gosub - Lost In Our Ways
http://www.discogs.com/Gosub-Low-Volume-Lovers/release/532087

1.12.40 : Arabian Prince - Simple Planet
http://www.discogs.com/Arabian-Prince-Simple-Planet-Beatdabeat/release/1545007

1.15.10 : Composite Profuse - CRC666
http://www.discogs.com/Various-Nagasaki-Nightriders/release/959464

1.17.35 : E.R.P - Lament Subrosa
http://www.discogs.com/ERP-Alsoran/release/922170

1.20.00 : Anthony Rother - Sex With The Machines
http://www.discogs.com/Anthony-Rother-Sex-With-The-Machines/master/12496

1.21.30 : K1 - Face Your Fate
http://www.discogs.com/K1-Life-Form/release/1097907

1.23.00 : Drexciya - Bang Bang
http://www.discogs.com/Drexciya-The-Return-Of-Drexciya/release/1693

1.24.28 : Der Zyklus - Mxyzptik
http://www.discogs.com/Der-Zyklus-/release/626302

1.26.44 : Kraftwerk - The Model
http://www.discogs.com/Kraftwerk-Ultra-Rare-Traxx-2/release/486329

1.28.25 : Octogen - Plough and Clouds
http://www.discogs.com/Marco-Bernardi-Presents-Octogen-Square-Bells-EP/release/1164965

1.30.45 : Transllusion - Power Of The 3rd Brain
http://www.discogs.com/Transllusion-Mind-Over-Positive-And-Negative-Dimensional-Matter/release/52096

1.32.23 : Shifted Phases - Implosive Regions
http://www.discogs.com/Shifted-Phases-The-Cosmic-Memoirs-Of-The-Late-Great-Rupert-J-Rosinthrope/release/70050

1.35.00 : The Other People Place - Let me be me
http://www.discogs.com/Other-People-Place-Lifestyles-Of-The-Laptop-Caf%C3%A9/release/30845

1.38.45 : Shifted Phases - Flux
http://www.discogs.com/Shifted-Phases-The-Cosmic-Memoirs-Of-The-Late-Great-Rupert-J-Rosinthrope/release/70050

1.41.47 : Drexciya - Wavejumper
http://www.discogs.com/Drexciya-Aquatic-Invasion/release/1692

1.45.10 : Sterac - Clown
http://www.discogs.com/Sterac-Electronics-Atlantis-EP/master/104030

1.47.17 : Japanese Telecom - Making of Ultraman
http://www.discogs.com/Japanese-Telecom-Virtual-Geisha/release/24578

1.48.28 : The Clone Machine
http://www.discogs.com/Clone-Machine-Clone-Machine/release/1296891

1.50.40 : Imperial Brothers ‎– We Come To Dub
http://www.discogs.com/Imperial-Brothers-We-Come-To-Rock/release/43590

1.52.05 : Hashim - Al-Naafiysh (The Soul)
http://www.discogs.com/Hashim-Al-Naafiysh-The-Soul/release/19723

1.54.10 : Model 500 - No Ufo's
http://www.discogs.com/Model-500-No-UFOs/release/1300331

1.57.13 : Grandmaster Flash &amp; The Furious Five - Scorpio
http://www.discogs.com/Grandmaster-Flash-The-Furious-Five-The-Message/release/170291

1.58.55 : Kraftwerk - Home Computer
http://www.discogs.com/Kraftwerk-Ultra-Rare-Traxx-2/release/486329

2.01.20 : Lab Rat XL - Lab Rat 1
http://www.discogs.com/Lab-Rat-XL-Mice-Or-Cyborg/release/206088

2.03.30 : Lab Rat XL - Lab Rat 2
http://www.discogs.com/Lab-Rat-XL-Mice-Or-Cyborg/release/206088

2.05.30 : The Consumer - Solve the System
http://www.discogs.com/Consumer-Solve-The-System/release/873781

2.08.12 : Clatterbox - Rosetta Complex
http://www.discogs.com/Clatterbox-Storm-Drain/release/886320

2.10.24 : Cosmic Force - Resythesize
http://www.discogs.com/Cosmic-Force-Uncompromised/release/1497696

2.12.37 : Aux 88 - We Are The Future
http://www.discogs.com/Aux-88-Aux-88/release/906603

2.13.30 : Aux 88 - Direct Drive
http://www.discogs.com/Aux-88-Direct-Drive/release/31317

2.15.33 : B.Calloway - Late Night Ride
http://www.discogs.com/B-Calloway-98-Degrees/release/135064

2.17.05 : Lowfish - 8_OP
http://www.discogs.com/Lowfish-Persuasive-Science-EP/release/622466

2.18.45 : As1 - Within Me
http://www.discogs.com/As1-Eyes-Of-Man/release/1135637

2.21.15 : Shifted Phases - White Dwarf
http://www.discogs.com/Shifted-Phases-The-Cosmic-Memoirs-Of-The-Late-Great-Rupert-J-Rosinthrope/release/70050

2.23.50 : Gosub - Blind World
http://www.discogs.com/Gosub-Watchers-From-The-Black-Universe/release/941764

2.26.15 : The Advent - They Came
http://www.discogs.com/Advent-Time-Trap-Technik/release/4410

2.27.50 : Arpanet - Illuminated Displays
http://www.discogs.com/Arpanet-Wireless-Internet/release/37205

2.30.53 : Transllusion -
http://www.discogs.com/Transllusion-The-Opening-Of-The-Cerebral-Gate/release/54258

2.32.30 : Drexciya - Black Sea
http://www.discogs.com/Drexciya-The-Journey-Home/release/10145

2.36.20 : Gosub - We are still searching
http://www.discogs.com/Gosub-We-Are-Still-Searching/release/632476

2.38.15 : Drexciya - Andreaen Sand Dunes
http://www.discogs.com/Drexciya-Neptunes-Lair/release/13866

2.41.00 : DJ K1 - Strand
http://www.discogs.com/DJ-K-1-Machine-Soul-EP/release/318692

2.43.30 : VCS2600 - Verilog Circuit Synthesis
http://www.discogs.com/VCS2600-The-Future-Of-Communication/release/1125714

2.45.40 : Suburban Knight - Alpha Game
http://www.discogs.com/Suburban-Knight-Hi-Monster-Alpha-Game/release/790941

2.48.30 : Drexciya - Rublik's Cube
http://www.discogs.com/Drexciya-The-Return-Of-Drexciya/release/1693

2.51.00 : DJ K1 - Metaphysica Dub
http://www.discogs.com/Various-Techno-Bass-The-Mission/release/13426

2.53.00 : Blackploid - Mystery Speaker
http://www.discogs.com/Blackploid-Inhaltsverzeichnis-EP/release/692470

2.55.25 : Dcast Dynamics - Trans-Migration
http://www.discogs.com/Dcast-Dynamics-Trans-Migration-EP/master/33488

2.57.31 : Detroit in Effect - Keep Hanging
http://www.discogs.com/DIE-The-Men-You-Never-See-Pt2/release/147468

2.59.40 : K1 - It's Time
http://www.discogs.com/K1-Time-Travel-EP/release/977512

3.02.12 : Detroit in Effect - Other People
http://www.discogs.com/DIE-The-Men-You-Never-See-Pt2/release/147468

3.04.25 : Aux 88 - Technology
http://www.discogs.com/Aux-88-Electro-Boogie-The-Tracks/release/79750

3.05.40 : Cybonix - Shake yo Body
http://www.discogs.com/Cybonix-Make-This-Party-Live/release/307616

3.07.10 : Cosmic Force - Bass Drum Kix
http://www.discogs.com/Cosmic-Force-Live-In-Detroit/release/654790

3.09.08 : --

3.11.00 : Cosmic Force - Break It All Down
http://www.discogs.com/Cosmic-Force-Live-In-Detroit/release/654790

3.12.50 : Ultradyne - Stratosphere
http://www.discogs.com/Ultradyne-Is-Evil/release/52568

3.14.30 : Abstract Thought - Galactic Rotation
http://www.discogs.com/Abstract-Thought-Hypothetical-Situations/release/126966

3.16.45 : Drexciya - Lost Vessel
http://www.discogs.com/Drexciya-Hydro-Doorways/release/6939

3.19.21 : Drexciya - Universal Element
http://www.discogs.com/Drexciya-Neptunes-Lair/release/13866

3.21.35 : Drexciya - Running Out of Space
http://www.discogs.com/Drexciya-Neptunes-Lair/release/13866

3.22.40 : Abstract Thought - Bermuda Triangle
http://www.discogs.com/Abstract-Thought-Hypothetical-Situations/release/126966

from the depths

another brief haken continuum improv this time with companion video at:
http://youtu.be/0nI54S-oOMs
this, like the first timbral planes uses just the continuum internal sound no.1 "fm synthesis 1" routed through some effects in Ableton Live. 

timbral planes ii

Oct72012

This is a serendipitous sketch that arose from preparing for an upcoming live concert with my friend, composer and video artist Robert Coburn.  I did a free improv by looping my small Buchla system and Robert created a video sketch -- the music and video crossed in the email and I merely laid in the music to his video. You can see/hear those results here: http://vimeo.com/57860736
more on the concert SoundImageSound here:
http://go.pacific.edu/conservatory/soundimagesound

buchlidian interstitial space

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Charles Cohen: Buchla Music Easel
Sean Hart: Buchla 200

18 Jan, 2013

Charles Buchla Music Easel, Sean Buchla 200

House Of Buchla (Alt Take)

Download EP here: http://www.beatport.com/release/sixty-four-week-2/129053

Release date: 13/08/2008

Marc Houle follows 2007’s Techno Vocals EP with a string of releases that experiment with the true potential of the digital download age, 3 tracks released per week for one month.

The project aptly titled Sixty-Four represents an exciting phase in Marc Houle’s production cycle with most of the year having been spent testing ideas for his album. As a result, these twelve tracks were only ever meant to represent ‘work in progress’, functioning primarily as DJ tools for Magda, Troy Pierce and Richie Hawtin over the summer with Marc also performing them live on the road and during the Contakt shows. However, exactly because of their 'in-between' nature, their inherent quirkiness and route one approach the crowds have really taken to them and other DJs have been desperate to get their hands on them. To satisfy demand, Minus has put together this very special series of digital releases for August, before a double pack 12" hits the shops in September featuring seven carefully selected tracks.

They contain such a wealth of unique and twisted sounds that it’s a challenge finding adjectives to describe them. Houle attacks each idea with verve and tenacity, constantly varying the unconventional line up of machines at his disposal, in fact there’s a vast collection of equipment on display here - early analogue synths, sequencers and drum machines, 80s digital synths, modern buchla synths, samplers, vocals, acoustic drums, electronic trigger pads, bass guitar - even a vst! The result is a plethora of sound encapsulating different styles and multi – coloured dimensions as each track revolves around a musical motif that’s subsequently stretched, contorted and wrenched in every direction possible. It all works perfectly as Houle never loses sight of the basic orthodoxies needed to make a techno track kick.

Week 1 sees the digital release of Sands, Deathray At You and Jouster, and the depth and quality of sound generated from his arsenal of machines is immediately apparent. Just check out the heavily treated raw bleeps and blips that usher in the huge, filtered bass loop on Sands. Every element is given space to breathe as the slow techno groove constructs around a dark acid bassline before the 808 hats introduce more beautifully crafted sounds, creating a lush analogue landscape. The beginning of Deathray At You reflects the title perfectly. A four-note descending bassline then takes the floor and Houle starts running amok with a selection of modulated effects that literally pull the sound inside out while the unobtrusive beats keep everything ticking over. Jouster combines more classic beats with laser cheeky unquantized toms and a low slung, warbling bassline in a rough and ready style including a classic, sampled vocal section.

There’s a strong reference to 80s computer and video game culture during week 2 with Buchla9 as it leaps and cavorts across the sonic spectrum - Just wait for the bass to kick in. Steeplechase is another high-end mixing tool continuing the theme of machines in meltdown with a fuzzy bassline slowly warping up and down while the loose groove speaks with a lazy tongue. Door Nobula then rounds off the instalment with a more aggressive techno workout. The beat hammers the point home with lethal precision as a twisted, freaking acid line dominates the majority of the track.

Week 3 returns to a slightly more sedate state of affairs with Flapping Around displaying some distinct early techno tendencies although its not long before Houle launches the unassuming riff and we’re off again. Selection 12 contains authentic bass guitar work, looped and filtered against a backdrop of delayed drum rolls and thick, reverberating swathes of guitar. The post punk overtones bring a dark, brooding quality to the project making it a welcome but not entirely out of place departure. Ketchup and Beans then kicks in with a tasty electro-funk groove. It’s an infectious dancefloor warmer complete with bouncing, elastic bassline and hypnotic hook taking control and ordering you to dance.

As we enter the home straight of this mammoth release, the fantastically titled Meatier Shower rains down as the title implies, complete with raw sampled hook line and creative interplay between the bass and a Magda vocal. It’s a bomb that detonates with insane harpsichord riffing at the end and a deeply meaningful last note. Investments instigates more mischief with shifting time signatures and delay effects that disorientate the dancefloor before What Are You Doin brings the curtain down. Drifting amid a haze of classic beats and a self referencing cut up vocal, it revolves around a programmed sequence, chattering in a way that reaffirms Marc Houle’s complete and almost unnerving control over his machines.

Press contact: press@marchoule.net

Connect with Marc Houle:
www.marchoule.net/
www.facebook.com/marchoule.official 
www.mixcloud.com/marchoule
www.youtube.com/user/MarcRHoule
www.twitter.com/MarcRHoule
www.residentadvisor.net/dj/marchoule 
www.dj.beatport.com/marchoule 
www.juno.co.uk/artists/Marc+Houle/
www.discogs.com/artist/Marc+Houle 
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Charles Buchla Music Easel, Sean Buchla 200

Charles and Sean