Synth pioneer Tom Oberheim has announced that the Oberheim OB-X8 Desktop synthesizer module is now available.
The OB-X8 desktop version condenses the sonic power of the Oberheim OB-X, OB-Xa and OB-8 into a compact desktop module. It features an identical sound engine to the keyboard version, with an all-analog signal path with discrete VCOs, VCAs, and filters.
And like the keyboard version, it features a knob-per-function interface, designed to give you immediate access to virtually all of the synth’s parameters. The Arpeggiator and Keyboard Split & Double functionality are maintained from the keyboard version.
Features:
8-voice polyphonic analog synth brings the full suite of OB-X8’s sonic possibilities to a portable desktop module
3 all-analog synths in one: the Oberheim OB-X, OB-Xa, and OB-8
2 discrete OB-X/SEM-lineage VCOs per voice and discrete SEM-lineage VCFs deliver vintage Oberheim tone and power
Genuine Dave Curtis-designed filters for classic OB-Xa and OB-8 character
Additional SEM modes for highpass, bandpass, and notch functions
Vintage knob dials in voice-to-voice variability
Carefully modeled envelope responses for each model; components as well as interactions between components analyzed for 1:1 realism
Bi-timbral capability allows 2 presets to be played simultaneously
Up to 8-voice unison stacking
Programmable per-voice pan for a wide stereo spread
Variable triangle wave cross modulation
Pitch and Mod levers for note bending, vibrato, and arpeggiator access
Includes 400+ presets from the original 3 models as well as new ones
Over 600 user presets
OLED display shows program information and accesses advanced features
MIDI and USB allow for compatibility with any setup
Koma Elektronik let us know that their Komplex Sequencer is available again, with some updated features.
The Komplex Sequencer features four full-featured 16-step sequencers, communicating via both MIDI and CV/Gate. All features have their own dedicated controls and have dedicated inputs and outputs via an 87-point patch bay. Every aspect of this sequencer is CV-able. In addition, the Komples features a seven-bank CV Recorder that can output up to 5 banks at once.
What they say about it:
“The long wait finally ends!
Due to the supply chain disruption caused by Covid-19, we had to scrape together parts from all corners of the world for nearly two years.
Finally, the last necessary chip has found its way into the box labelled “Komplex Sequencer”. We are now able to start producing a “golden sample” and organize a full production run.”
What’s new in Komplex:
The Transpose CV input now also transposes the MIDI notes that a sequencer is producing.
Some circuitry had to undergo changes to account for non-available and now obsolete chips.
The new Komplex run will be limited (2 batches of 25 pieces each), with higher pricing. Koma says that that all components have gotten substantially more expensive, ranging from electronic parts that are not available anymore, sliders and pushbuttons, and the enclosure and sidecheeks.
The Komplex Sequencer is available to pre-order for €1,999, with the first batch expected to ship in September 2023.
Joranalogue Audio Design has announced the availability of the Pivot 2 Analog Signal Router, originally introduced at Superbooth 2022.
Joranalogue Pivot 2 is a compact signal router, great for passing audio or CV through two different send and return loops, with both series and parallel capabilities. Simply pass your signal through the input to either or both of the sends, and return the affected signal to its respective receiving input.
The Pivot knob, enables you ‘pivot’ from the left send to the right send and anywhere in between. Fully counterclockwise, the first FX loop sends the signal through the following right FX loop for a series connection to the output, but the exact opposite can be said when the pivot knob is fully clockwise.
In the middle, you will produce a parallel process for warping and mangling your audio in two varied positions.
The complementary CV input and attenuverter offer hands-off control for blending and shaping of your signals, making Pivot 2 a useful choice for both complex and evolving processing as well as simple matters like basic routing and crossfading.
Features:
Analog signal router module
Mono input and output
Two pairs of send and return jacks
Complex Pivot control to blend between the two FX loops and their routing
