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nobody · Joined: Mar 09, 2008 Posts: 1687 Location: Not here

No sync between machines, but I usually set the clock of each machine to the same tempo. Although, now that I think about it, I should try different integer multiples of tempos...

I play all synths simultaneously. I just improvise which patches I'm playing at one time. The last PH, I didn't use anything (other than fingers) to hold down keys, although I sometimes use metal picture frame clasps.

Haven't gotten around to the soft WS yet, but now I'm thinking maybe I should make one volume of PH about soft synths. Sometimes I come up with memes for the show, although I haven't followed any of my meme ideas yet.

I sent the joysynth back to you, should be there in a few days. Looking forward to handling a fully functional stick.

OK, that sounds just wrong, but you know what I mean. Razz

1:11 · Posted: Thu Jun 23, 2011 9:25 am Post subject:

LOL, yeah i know what you mean, hehe

Tempo syncs: Thats what we do, setting different integers of the same tempo. Since we can't run a master midi clock over the range, we cant really sync (as far as i know). Sometimes i wish everything was tighter, cuz the timing can actually vary quite a bit...but over all, guess i like it a lil wonky.

Metal Picture frame clips: HA!! Thats a good one!! Very Happy

Used to use heavy metal files, screwdrivers to hold keys down, then duct tape (ended up too sticky after awhile). Now i'm just using multiple footswitches and hold buttons.

We have pretty similar techniques for performances i'm thinking...

Cool, i've got a stick all done up (unless it doesn't fit the board) for a replacement. Let's get Les's board runnin at full tilt!! Cool

Back to the studio...later![/code][/url]

1:11 · Posted: Thu Jun 30, 2011 3:36 pm Post subject:

Audio:
Working on your synth now.......

Do you want it in a self contained unit, or are you good with the break-out box?
i think Les did a beautiful job with the box and wiring, might be cool to keep it as is, nice and clean. This way if you want to mod it, it'll be much easier.
If i place it into a different stick, it'll be quite spaghetti-fied, and much more difficult to fix if theres probs in the future.

Up to you..i can do either. He just did such a clean job on it, that it's a work of art within itself.

Just a couple wires came loose...most importantly, looks like the common ground wire came out, which is prob why the buttons didn't work right.

1:11 · Posted: Sun Jul 03, 2011 1:42 am Post subject:

Alright, it doesn't matter anyway.... Les has the boards secured VERY tight on here. i think it'd risk breaking if i was to taking them off.

Have all the wires in place now.....and HOLY COW, do i love this thing!! Very Happy

It's a screaming noise beast.
You kinda gotta toy around with it a lil bit to get acquainted with how to work it...but when you do..cool!!

i'll be taking some video tomorrow and posting it.

nobody · Joined: Mar 09, 2008 Posts: 1687 Location: Not here

I trust your judgment. Cool

Just sent you a PM and gave you my email address so you have a way to stay in touch whenever e-m goes down.

Stop making me drool, man, and SEND the thing! Very Happy

1:11 · Posted: Sun Jul 03, 2011 1:58 pm Post subject:

For sho!!
Aiming to send it back this week, going to take samples of it for a few days then it will be on it's way. Wink

1:11 · Last edited by 1:11 on Mon Jul 04, 2011 1:43 pm; edited 1 time in total

Here you Go!! Video.....
http://youtu.be/syyMnw5g5sI

Best stuff after/around 2:30

Airlock · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 6:26 am Post subject:

Excellent!

pyrosonic · Joined: Jul 12, 2008 Posts: 383 Location: Kent,Oh. USA

Noice!

nobody · Joined: Mar 09, 2008 Posts: 1687 Location: Not here

In addition to the joy synth, there's a nice tat in the video. Cool

1:11 · Posted: Tue Jul 05, 2011 3:58 pm Post subject:

DrJustice · Posted: Tue Jul 05, 2011 4:26 pm Post subject: Re: Video of JoySynth Proto #2

1:11 · Posted: Tue Jul 05, 2011 4:54 pm Post subject:

EXACTLY!!
Was even thinking of knick-naming it "The StormTrooper".
i have a buddy who's a big Star Wars geek, and he has friends with full Trooper costumes....was thinking of setting up a pic of a ST with this thing.

nobody · Joined: Mar 09, 2008 Posts: 1687 Location: Not here

It could also use a nice mount/base to hold it down, as it wobbles and shifts when it's being played.

Tat with a razor blade... you're a braver man than I, bro. I don't have any, but I admire a good 'too. My gf has three and on her last b-day, my gift to her was money to get her next one, as she wants several more. She has a wetwork guy, so it's just a matter of nailing down a time to do it.

1:11 · Posted: Wed Jul 06, 2011 11:53 am Post subject:

Yeah, the throw on the stick is pretty long, and takes a lot of pressure when going the full range. Whats crazy is this one actually has a larger base than %90 of the sticks i have. If the tension wasn't so extreme, or less of a throw, it might have been more stable.

Thinking on the next one i build will be something more like this.....
it has a wide flat base, and the stick has less of a throw, and it's still smaller than this one.
Going to try modding a stylophone up to it.

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nobody · Joined: Mar 09, 2008 Posts: 1687 Location: Not here

That's a nice package for the next version of the joystick synth! Very Happy

DrJustice · Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2011 1:09 pm Post subject:

^^ I suspect that arcade style joystick only has switches, as in no potentiometers in the stick(?)

Edit: clarification.

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nobody · Joined: Mar 09, 2008 Posts: 1687 Location: Not here

A power flip in the back and a rocker switch on top. I don't think the rocker switch is connected. 1:11 can tell us if it's supposed to be.