Developer Momo Müller has introduced a third-party MIDI Controller and Patch Editor for the Roland TR-1000 Rhythm Creator.
“With the TR-1000 Editor you have direct access to many parameters from TR-1000 Rhythm Creator,” notes Müller. “In the PlugIn VST version, you can record the controller movements, and thus integrate the Roland TR-1000 Rhythm Creator into your DAW project.”
Features:
Direct access to the sound parameters of the Roland TR-1000 Rhythm Creator
X-Y modulation of all parameters
Multi-Pad: Up to four controllers can be operated simultaneously using the mouse.
All controllers can be automated.
The editor settings can be saved as a preset in the editor or in the DAW along with the project.
New drum sounds can be generated using the random function
The Editor is available now for 6,90€/ $ 7 (Contains all versions):
PC: As VST2 and Standalone for 32bit and VST2, VST3 and Standalone for 64bit Windows.
MAC: As VST2, VST3, AU and Standalone, compatible with MAC Intel and Silicon.
MicroKits’s David Levi has launched a Kickstarter project to fund production of the Banan-a-Synth, a banana-shaped synthesizer.
MicroKit is the creator of the Synth-a-Sette. The Banan-a-Synth not only expands on the Synth-a-Sette design, but goes bananas with it.
You can play it directly, using its touch keyboard, or you can use conductivity to make your own instruments – like a banana-controlled Banan-a-Synth.
Features:
Custom Sound Engine: 12 different instrument sounds, 8 built in sound effects. It’s also 4 note polyphonic, so you can play a chord.
Play Conductive Objects: Use the included alligator clips to turn all sorts of conductive objects into keys you can play.
Learn Music and Physics: An intro to both the physics of conductivity and the art of applying filters and effects to synthesizer sounds.
Control Effects with Touch: An analog conductivity sensor to control effects. The harder you press the sensor, the stronger the sound effect.
Take It Anywhere: Super portable, with built in speaker, headphone jack, and powered by 2xAA Batteries. Also can be powered via USB-C.
No Screen, No Computer: Does not connect to a computer or anything with a screen. Focus on exploring music without distraction.
No Knobs, No Problem: Change tuning, volume, and sound mode by simultaneously touching a setting touchpad and one of the keyboard keys.
Metronome: Select your beats per minute and rhythm structure.
Production of the Banan-a-Synth Banana Synthesizer is being funded via a Kickstarter project, and it is available to project backers starting at $56 USD. The project has already met its funding goal.
*Note: Crowdfunding projects involve risk. Visit the project site for details.