In the process of making the previously released Knob Twirler tracks available for listen via the KnobTwirler MySpace page.

Just click and listen to the songs…

We are in the process of making the first two Knobtwirler CD collections available again. The discs will be available here and you can order online.

The third KnobTwirler is in the works at the moment, but until then - the current KnobTwirler audio collections are:

Professional Killer (2005)

Steady Diet Of Knobs (2004)

More info on KnobTwirler III as the project wraps up and the tracks are complete.

The MC-505 Groovebox® builds upon the successful MC-303 as a self-contained, retro-styled dance music sequencer and sound module with powerful new sounds and realtime controls. New features include the revolutionary D-Beam light-sensing controller and a MEGAMix function for intuitive realtime pattern mixing.

Professional Groovebox featuring high-performance sound engine: 64-voice polyphony, steeper multi-mode resonant filters, front-panel ADSR envelope controls.

Revolutionary D-Beam controller allows for effects and sound/note control via hand movement over infrared light beam.

More features of the Roland MC505:

714 onboard dance music patterns developed by cutting-edge sound designers worldwide. 512 built-in sounds and 26 rhythm sets, including the latest dance, hip-hop and techno music sounds and classic drum and synth sounds (TB-303, TR-808, JUNO, Jupiter, etc.) Three independent, synchronizable effects processors with powerful new effects. Onboard arpeggiator. MEGAMix function allows for intuitive pattern creation by combining rhythms and parts of one pattern with another. Enhanced MIDI implementation, powerful sequencer section with increased note storage, multiple outputs (3 stereo/6 mono), new assignable part Mixer sliders. SmartMedia slot accepts external 2MB and 4MB SmartMedia cards for unlimited pattern and patch storage and direct pattern playback.

Building on the same industrial design of the Mbox 2, the Digidesign Mbox 2 Pro FireWire audio interface takes the system to the next level, providing high-speed FireWire-powered connectivity, more simultaneous audio I/O and connection options, and studio-grade 24-bit/96 kHz resolution to deliver high-definition audio in a compact, easy-to-use interface. Plus it offers professional features, including MIDI Time Stamping support, Word Clock I/O, and dedicated studio monitor outputs. Mbox 2 Pro includes award-winning, easy-to-use Pro Tools LE software, offering many of the same features that top studios rely on to compose, record, edit, mix, and master Grammy-winning albums and Academy Award-winning film sound.

Digidesign Mbox 2 Pro

Need a little info on condenser microphones for home recording or studio use?

Check out the latest on AKG Mics to find out what mic is good for you. These great microphones are priced good and perform well in the studio.

The Minimoog Voyager Rack Mount Edition is perhaps the ultimate monophonic analog performance synth. It incorporates virtually all of the sound resources and functions of the original Model D Minimoog, which was produced by Moog Music, Inc. from 1970 to 1982. The Voyager Rack has many new additional features, including MIDI IN and MIDI OUT implementation, extensive patching facilities, and a large number of new panel features. Its backlit front panel includes all of the front panel controls of the Voyager (with the exception of the touch surface). All presets from the Voyager are useable in the Rack Mount Edition.

MiniMoog Voyager Synth Features:

* Three wide-range, high stability VCOs with continuously-variable waveforms.
* Five-input mixer for combining the audio sources prior to filtering
* Two wide-range ADSR (Attack Decay Sustain Release) envelopes
* Filter Envelope sweeps the filter and is available for modulation shaping
* Volume Envelope shapes the overall volume

More: Minimoog Voyager Rack Mount Edition

Here’s a classic effects pedal.

The Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi sounds great.

The distortion that countless musicians such as Hendrix and Santana relied on for its rich, creamy, violin-like sustain. A timeless piece, the Big Muff has been defining the sound of rock guitar for the past 30 years. From Pink Floyd to the Chemical Brothers to Korn, everyone wants a piece of the ‘Pi!

Read more about the Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi

Sounds great with the Gibson SG ‘61

Moog Music presents the award-winning Minimoog Voyager Performer Edition, an all analog performance synthesizer incorporating virtually all of the functions of the original minimoog synthesizer, produced from 1971 to 1984, and a number of new features that makes this the minimoog for the 21st Century.

This investment will last you a life-time. The Voyager is paneled in ash with a stunning custom finish. Features include 3 ultra-stable oscillators, dual moog filters, 4-stage analog envelope generators, flexible modulation busses, and much much more…

If you want THE Moog sound, this is it. Period. This has Bob Moog’s legendary synthesizer design expertise in its circuits. Say no more. It sounds amazing, looks amazing, and feels amazing. There is no substitute.

Want one? Read more about the Minimoog Voyager here.

Many people wish they had the ARP 2600. At least we can get Arturia’s ARP 2600 Virtual Synthesizer plug in.

With the ARP 2600 V, Arturia brings the original ARP 2600 analog synthesizer back to life. In addition to the original functions, MIDI control, polyphony, and the ability to create, save and recall presets are all provided.

Order yours or read more about ARP 2600 Virtual Synthesizer software. You can spend hours with this little thing.

Here is the updated info and page for the Alesis ION.

The Alesis ION packs eight voices of smooth, high-bandwidth analog-style punch, with three oscillators and two multi-mode filters per voice. This multitimbral sound engine serves up everything from warm, round bass tones to lush pads and gritty lead sounds, making ION perfect for music styles ranging from rock to funk and beyond.

Look at more pics of the Alesis ION Synthesizer.