The synthi aks live pack is a surprisingly versatile product, giving you horror klangs and snappy zaps, snarling ringmod leads and basses, and fat, rubbery mellow textures ready to slot into your productions. Stevie wonder was kind enough to loan his synclavier which was used for all the sampling. Not a keyboard synth like what moog was doing at the time, this was a generative music machine with a matrix patch panel. Aug 21, 2016 free electronic music studios ems synthi aks synthesizer vst emulation cynthia by ninecows link. The synthi a, along with the vcs 3 that it was based on, used a highly idiosyncratic design. Arturia synthi v patches, presets and sound design. These are a few photos of the 3rd ems aks i have owned, good synth bye far. The ems synthi aks is a legendary instrument with an illustrious history. The ems synthi a, first available in may 1971, and then in march 1972 a version of it with a builtin keyboard and sequencer, the ems synthi aks, is a portable modular analog synthesiser made by ems of england. By using our services, you agree to our use of cookies. Jan 10, 2011 the synthi aks ks expander is an expansion addon for the synthi aks keyboard sequencer ks that is under development the synthi aks ks expander interfaces with the synthi aks via the malefemale 8pin jones connectors on the main synthi unit and ks, and the special ems pin cable. It could work equally with an ems tks the version of the ks ems made as a stand alone unit to be used with a vcs3 mk2.
We have been designing presets for a very longtime. The aks model pictured below adds a 256step onboard monophonic digital sequencer and a 30note touchplate keyboard activated by the 50 hzhum in our fingers. Manufactured by electronic music studios in 1971, this portable modular synthesizer was extremely flexible. First manufactured in 1972 by ems in putney, southwest london, the synthi a was basically a portable version of emss famous vcs3 synthesizer, and the ks keyboard an unplayable thirtynote touchplate was added to make the synthi aks. This page contains patches and sound banks for synth1 by ichiro toda. It may be available for sale for the right offer, but if you dont need the muse synthi, please use our websites search feature to find other synthis currently for sale. Synthijs is a modular synthesizer that is made up of 11 components. The aks model pictured below adds a 256step onboard monophonic digital sequencer and a 30note touchplate keyboard activated by the 50. Synth presets of all shapes and sizes, from the deepest, darkest bass for ni massive and the most ethereal, uplifting synth leads for xfer serum, to soaring pads, arps, chords, textures, sfx and beyond this is what the modeaudio collection of custom, royaltyfree synth patches makes instantly available to. Even so, for the purist i present here a patch sheet for.
Instead of routing signals using patch cables, like moog products, it uses a patch matrix with resistive pins. Buy, sell and share loops, samples and synth presets. The glove can be machine washed, please note it is made to shrink slightly after wash but this is normal. Modular architecture, allowing to route signals in unexpected ways. Oct 25, 2004 well, i guess it time to sell my synthi aks. Nov 14, 2006 soniccouture has released synthi aks for kontakt 2, a 1gb library with 146 advanced kontakt 2 instruments with original synthi spring reverb convolution processing the e.
The vcs3 was the first synth i wanted to buy, and i still want one, but i want to know if the synthi aaks are as good. May 03, 2017 this video, via kovalmoog, captures some iconic sounds of the electronic music studios ems synthi aks video summary. Ring modulator, loopable envelope shaper, 2 axis joystick and sample and hold modules for advanced modulations. First patch ems vcs3 red bull music academy youtube.
The 1gb library was sampled from soniccoutures own synthi aks, and listening to the raw 24bit, 44. It was a little fun rubbing in the fact that i got to see roger waters perform the wall in seattle a few years back. This production is part of the smithsonian permanent collection. The synthi sequencer 256 formerly the synthi moog sequencer was released in 1971 as a standalone version of what was essentially the same digital sequencer found in the monstrous synthi 100 undoubtedly the most advanced sequencer of its time, the sequencer 256 featured analogtodigital and digitaltoanalog converters to enable digital processing of the control voltages it uses to. The synth patches in these libraries are my personal libraries of sounds.
Original synthis are always a pain to use musically, the synthi v captures the character of the original machine, but far surpasses the original in its ease of use and is now my go to softsynth for characterful analog sounds. It has an enormous amount of circuitry in it for its. The synthi educational handbook by peter grogono april1972 electronic music studios ofamericaninc 460 westst amherstmass tel4 2568591. The synthi a and synthi aks models are virtually the same electronic instrument as the ems vcs3, except that the synthi models are housed in a thin plastic briefcase for easy portability. Free ems synthi aks synthesizer vst emulation youtube. Mar 08, 2017 instead of 24 bit recording i improvised and patched some sounds amped via the internal speakers to give you a little impression of its standalone sound often used in seminars in the 70s. Ideal replacementupgrade for vcs3 synthi or custom build or modular etc fully populated,calibrated and tested. Overwhelmed are we by these magnificent creatures and their many knobs, buttons, sliders and switches, vying for our attention all at once. Most notable for its patch pin matrix, its functions and internal design are similar to the vcs 3 synthesiser, also made by ems. Ems synthi aks analog synthesizer futureproofed vcs3 a vintage synth dealer. First, we try to synthesize those descending sweeps heard in the first part of oxygene 2 jeanmichel jarre, 1976, before the main lead part. Synthmob digital sound marketplace and sound design community.
You can make complete pieces of music with a very good sound quality, and record them in wave format. A full healthcheck by ksr has already been carried out june 2018, so this synthi aks is ready for sale now. Supplementing the base instruments, six further folders of presets are provided, each brimming with example patches, some of which are very good indeed. Synthijs, a javascript emulation of the ems synthi a. Synthijs is a javascript emulation of the legendary ems synthi a analog synthesizer.
And another link to what robin wood says about vcs3s and synthi as production in 2011, im beginning to see a trend, not an end. The ems synthi a has the same electronics as the vcs 3, but was rehoused in a spartanite briefcase. Perhaps im biased, since the synthi aks is my alltime favourite synthesizer, but i couldnt resist starting with the three synthi based instruments. First manufactured in 1972 by ems in putney, southwest london, the synthi a was basically a portable version of emss famous vcs3 synthesizer, and the ks keyboard an unplayable thirtynote. Shop for customizable synthwave clothing on zazzle. Its a struggle that we synthesists must toil with til the end of our days. The synthi a was also commonly known as the portabella. Electronic music studios ems synthi a, aks, 100 circa 1972 i learned my trade on this beauty the spartanite executive twin solved a problem for frequent flyers in the they wanted to pack their business papers and overnight clothes in one case.
Just showing the pin patch matrix from the ems synthi aks was enough. Synthwizards collection of manuals, service documents, schematics service manuals and modifications for a selection of analogdigital synthesisers and various sound gear. Soniccouture has released synthi aks for kontakt 2, a 1gb library with 146 advanced kontakt 2 instruments with original synthi spring reverb convolution processing. The synthi a is the same as the aks, except for the additional sequencer and keyboard on the aks. The standard connecting cable is removed between the ks and synthi and the units own cables. The synthi a and the aks came in a portable plastic suitcase.
I have used other synthi soft synths and they stink out loud, not this one, it is so sweet. Synth1 is a software synthesizer for computer music use. Electronic music studios ems synthi a vintage synth explorer. This section of the manual covers general operation of synthi js see the next section for information and specifications of each individual synth component oscillators, filters, etc. Functionally it is modelled on the clavia nord lead 2 red synth. Meticulously rebuilt, cleaned and tested by skilled vintage synth tech and dealer and working perfectly. Differences in the panel between the synthi a and the aks were minimal and largely cosmetic the keyboard k and sequencer s of the aks were in the lid. Electronic music studios tshirt 100% cotton synthi aks ems. Perhaps im biased, since the synthi aks is my alltime favourite synthesizer, but i couldnt resist starting with the three synthibased instruments. Zak has worked doing engineering and production for well over musicians, several recording labels and.
When i heard the recent news that much of keith emersons collection of old keyboard instruments was to be sold at auction, it got me thinking about the phenomenon of celebrity owned instruments. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. After intermission, its a full on rendition of the wall, with an ems synthi aks and everything. This ones one of the more desirable older white faced units and the front panels are beautiful.
Ems synthi aks with rare cv input, recently servic. Instead of 24 bit recording i improvised and patched some sounds amped via the internal speakers to give you a little impression of its standalone sound often used in seminars in the 70s. Ems synthi aks with rare cv input, ems synthi aksstunning synthi aks for sale fullyserviced and in superb condition. In fact zak is responsible for the worlds first completely sampled recording. The patchboard at the center is used to connect component outputs listed on the left of the patchboard to component inputs listed on the top. This synthi aks has a really interesting and genuine provenance as it was purchased new by the royal northern college of music in manchester uk from ems back in the 1970s. It uses pins rather than patchcords to route signals and voltages. We are brokering this instrument for and on behalf of our uk client. Ems synthi aks by electronic music studios of england. Like the vcs3, the synthi a and aks feature three oscillators and a unique patch system. We will be frequently as possible updating this list. Please be aware that the synthi a is still manufactured by robin wood at ems in cornwall, and by sending a cheque to robin for.
The major difference was the addition of the prestopatch socket, but this also appeared on later synthi as. A rare opportunity to own your ems synthi aks in excellent prorestored condition, and has some great modifications to extend its functionality. Warning the synthi aks is an extremely delicate instrument. Here is the very special sound of the synthi a with its unique 256 modulation matrix.
Early ems synthi aks for sale meticulously refurbished. The 2700 ohm resistors soldered inside each pin vary in tolerance, indicated by different. Synthi aks a synthi a with additional ks keyboard is a legendary instrument that has been used by many experimental musicians i. Electronic music studios tshirt 100% cotton synthi aks. The vcs3 accomplished its mod routing with a pin matrix. Jh synthi clone ive built a clone of the ems synthi a. High quality synthesizer inspired tshirts by independent artists and designers from around the world. Proppellerheads rebirth became free in august 2005, and it is a real bargain, because it is a very good multiinstruments machine, a complete workstation. Early ems synthi aks for sale meticulously refurbished 100%. The synthi aks ks expander is an expansion addon for the synthi aks keyboard sequencer ks that is under development the synthi aks ks expander interfaces with the synthi aks via the malefemale 8pin jones connectors on the main synthi unit and ks, and the special ems pin cable. What do you feel about a possible behringer synthi aks. Here is the very special sound of the synthi a with its unique 256 modulation matrix and its unique emsfilter now available as a vstinstrument. Free electronic music studios ems synthi aks synthesizer vst emulation cynthia by ninecows link.
In fact the prototype was tested using a ks connected to my vcs3 mk2. Cookies help us improve performance, enhance user experience and deliver our services. A link to what robin wood says about ems and synthi a and vcs3 production in 2009. The synthi a was a portable analog synthesizer made by ems electronic music studios, london. For your security we only despatch your order to the address you provide us via paypal. Everything you need to get started making music on electronic instruments in five minutes or less. Mar 17, 2010 i figured that sense there was all this talk about ems clones lately, i would ask you which ems you liked better, the vcs3 or the synthi aaks. This video, via kovalmoog, captures some iconic sounds of the electronic music studios ems synthi aks. You can still buy new ones from the factory, used ones are highly sought after, people usually complain about high prices on the used market and building one yourself will not save you any money.