David Hilowitz – in his latest video – offers his take on the Casio DG-20, an ’80s guitar synthesizer.
It’s an example of Casio’s ’80s pro-sumer style instruments.
As Hilowitz notes, the Casio DG-20 is fun, but not a great instrument. He’s also shared a free virtual instrument, based on the sounds of the DG-20.
Watch the video, and share your thoughts on the Casio DG-20 in the comments!
Sequentix has announced that the Cirklon2 sequencer is now available without a waiting list, after several years.
The Sequentix Cirklon2 is a multi-track hardware sequencer. It features the same MIDI, CV and USB device connectivity as its predecessor, but adds USB host support, a full-colour TFT display, 4 x data memory and a major CPU performance boost.
Features include:
Details are available at the Sequentix site.
The new album From A Place To Bury Strangers, Synthesizer, features a record cover that you can turn into a DIY synthesizer.
The album cover features the circuit board for the synthesizer. If you’ve got basic synth DIY skills, you can solder on the electrical components needed to turn it into a working synth.
This video features a hands-on demo of the assembled synth, along with tips on assembling it.
Topics covered:
00:00 – Intro
00:45 – Preview
00:52 – Disclaimer
01:55 – Build tips
02:27 – Fake CA3080 chips
04:00 – Large ground plane
05:29 – Might need help
06:17 – Where’s Waldo
06:58 – Schematic vs. PCB
07:59 – No instructions
08:35 – Trying the synth
10:28 – Adding delay
11:52 – Piezo and tap triggers
13:23 – As a guitar effect
16:34 – Mangling a drum beat
Synthesizer is available now for $52.99. Full kits are priced at $195.99, but they are currently sold out.
