Archive for June, 2024

Oversynth.com introduces Roland S-1 Tweak Synth Overlays

17 Jun, 2024  No Comment

Oversynth.com has introduced a new series of overlays for the Roland S-1 Tweak Synth.

The Roland S-1 Tweak Synth overlays let you mod your synth with a new front panel style, designed to improve usability, and make it easy to access shortcuts. The overlays are also available in a wide range of color palettes.

Features:

  • Color-coding or border-outlines are used to indicate the major synthesizer sections (Oscillator, Filter, Envelope, etc.).
  • Many designs feature color-coding to help identify keys with shift functions corresponding to the major synthesizer sections
  • Shift functions are shown beneath each control where applicable
  • Additional menu items are listed for the DRAW and CHOP functions to make it easier to navigate these features
  • List of menu functions is shown in the top-left corner of most of the overlay designs to help navigate the somewhat cryptic list of menu items

The new overlays are available now for $28.

 

Expressive E Osmose Expressive Performance Tips from MPE Master Geert Bevin

17 Jun, 2024  No Comment

Developer and synthesist Geert Bevin (Software Engineering Lead and Product Designer at Moog Music, LinnStrument firmware, MPE specification) shared this video demo, exploring the expressive capabilities of the Expressive E Osmose synthesizer.

“This video conveys my initial impressions, some playing tips, and how to add even more expression with motion control through MidiWrist Unleashed”, notes Bevin. “At the end I combine it all in a short performance.”

Bevin’s setup features the Osmose, his Apple Watch app MidiWrist Unleashed, and the CME WIDI wireless MIDI connector.

 

Roger Linn, The Father Of The MPC, Reviews Akai MPC Live 2

16 Jun, 2024  No Comment

Composer and instrument designer Roger Linn – In his latest video, offer his take on the current MPCs, demoing and reviewing the Akia MPC Live 2.

Linn is the father of the MPC, and worked with Akai to create and release the original MPC60 in 1988.

After collaborating on the classic MPC line, Linn and Akai went their separate ways. And some would argue that the MPC line went into a decline that lasted until a few years ago, when Akai introduced the MPC X and MPC Live.

Linn is impressed with the Akai MPC Live 2, saying “The current Akai company has done a very good job of not only honoring the workflow of my original design, but also bringing it into the present with modern features.”

Watch the video and share your thoughts on the current Akai MPCs in the comments!

 

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