I’ve released a new techno single called “Secret Drive to Baden-Baden”. In this post I’ll offer some links to the song which you can stream for free along with some behind-the-scenes notes on one way to perform a track like this live on three Elektron machines. Stream The Track A techno soundtrack for a secret…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
If you missed my live stream a few weeks back here is an unedited YouTube live replay of my solo multimedia concert. The performance is a combination of live arrangement and live playing that features original electronic music with real-time visuals. More live streams are coming, so subscribe to my YouTube channel and click the…
I just released a Bandcamp subscriber preview of a new soundscape called “Replican’ts Dream” obviously inspired by Bladerunner. Music and visuals improvised and recorded in one real-time pass. Music is performed on Elektron Analog Four MKI using 4 tracks with no sequencing. Visual synthesis in Resolume Arena. Video of Live Recording Sessions Here is a…
As a long time beta user of the Overbridge beta, I was excited to learn that Elektron has released the final version which they are calling Overbridge 2. Overbridge makes life easier for musicians. It is a free of charge software suite offering powerful tools and deep control when connecting compatible Elektron instruments to computers.…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
I’ll be performing an improv experimental set at the Beat Cypher event at madelife in Boulder using my trusty Elektron Analog Four with some outboard FX from iPad with hands-on control with Launch Control XL. I’ll also be live sampling all that into iOS Samplr but all source sounds will be from Analog Four. madelife…
I just spent an intense month going deeper with the Analog Four MKI to get ready for a recent Rocky Mountain Synthesizer Meetup presentation and performance I did with Brian Horsfeld (a.k.a. The Aefonic). He owns A MKII so I got to spend time checking it out as well. The larger size, OLED screen, more…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
Madelife, a creative accelerator in Boulder and frequent host venue for the Rocky Mountain Synthesizer Meetup, started hosting a very cool electronic music concert series late in 2017 called Beat Cypher. Each performer gets a 10-minute slot and signs up first come first serve. It’s Rapid-fire fun for performers and listeners! It’s now a recurring…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
Back in August I picked up an Anlog Four MKI as Sweetwater was closing the MKI out. I really kicked myself when I didn’t get a new Monomachine when they closed them out. I actually had an Analog Four way back in 2013 when they were first introduced but sold it to focus on my…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
I’ve been enjoying the videos from Lem on youtube. Here is a nice demo of Elektron Rytm. In this video I play with Elektron Analog Rytm, there is some additional melody played on Analog Four with StrymonBigsky. Enjoy! 😉 https://soundcloud.com/lemnic https://www.facebook.com/nicholas.lem.5 Mark Mosher Electronic Musician, Boulder, CO http://www.markmoshermusic.com http://www.aiwinter.net http://bouldersynth.com (meetup)
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
Watch this cool jam video – Dataline + Dirty Sandwich Jamming on Elektron Rytm, Octatrack and Analog 4. Met Dirty Sandwich at the amazing venue in Switzerland, Kiste Baden. We plugged in the machines and this is what happened. Venue: http://www.kiste-baden.ch https://www.facebook.com/kisteclub?fr… Dirty Sandwich: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dirty-… Mark Mosher http://www.markmoshermusic.com http://www.aiwinter.net http://bouldersynth.com (meetup)
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
Not sure if this is really a 7-Year old (I’ll let someone from Snopes vet this) but I like it :^) I will say It's really annoying how 7-Year old's have all this time on their hands to learn Elektron gear ;^) Just kidding, way to go kid! Watcth the Video here – http://youtu.be/3QWYeAL_OVU ==================…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
I just picked up an Electron Analog Four to add 4 analog synths + seq + effects to create an additional compterless workflow. I’ll also use it as source audio for Live and Absynth patches. One of my other goals was to pair it with my Blofeld for live jams and performances. While I love…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
Hi, this is Mark Mosher. Welcome to my blog. I’m a synthesist, Composer, Producer, and Visualist living in Boulder CO. I’m also the founder of the Rocky Mountain Synth Meet andSynth Patrol.
I’ve been blogging wince 2005 and this blog is a mix of posts on artistic news as well as synth tech & technique posts under the category Modulate This!
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