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. So i have been doing a lot of research on the inner workings of the ems synthi vcs3 as i was building a vcv version of this awesome. Presets and patches for zebra, omnisphere, roland jdxi, diva, massive. Synthi js is a modular synthesizer that is made up of 11 components. This synthi aks modular synthesizer by electronic music studios london ltd. Ks interconnect cable, and of course the power cable.
Overwhelmed are we by these magnificent creatures and their many knobs, buttons, sliders and switches, vying for our attention all at once. This unit is a mechanical keyboard which plugs into the synthi e. Cookies help us improve performance, enhance user experience and deliver our services. Jh synthi clone ive built a clone of the ems synthi a. A 3octave keyboard for controlling the synthi e is available.
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. Im sure it sounds much more authentic at a much lower cpu hit but it gives you much less tweakability and to me the turning those knobs and enter those pins is what the aks is about. You will not find an aks in better condition and for. A switch on the synthi e selects internal or external keyboard operation.
Most notable for its patch pin matrix, its functions and internal design are. Yet, its always easy to find the sound youre looking for because of our universal system of categories and tags. Synthwizards collection of manuals, service documents, schematics service manuals and modifications for a selection of analogdigital synthesisers and various sound gear. 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. What makes this particular aks special though is its condition and historical significance. Behringer just dropped the ultimate of all teasers. Its a struggle that we synthesists must toil with til the end of our days. Animation by nice, with additional sound design by at work. The vcs3 accomplished its mod routing with a pin matrix. 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. As these are extremely labour intensive to build, the number of units we will make each year is very limited. This ems synthi aks comes with a full compliment of matrix pins.
This video, via kovalmoog, captures some iconic sounds of the electronic music studios ems synthi aks video summary. The ems synthi aks is a legendary instrument with an illustrious history. First patch ems vcs3 red bull music academy youtube. The synthi a was also commonly known as the portabella. Pete townsend processed a lowrey organ through a vcs3 to create the iconic. 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. It combines low cost with versatility and robustness. Ems is still run by robin wood in cornwall, and in. The problem with midi volume is that you could tongue a note softly and. Being a pretty rebel synthesizer and with its own philosophy, we try to generate sound.
Just random synthi sounds people, not musick part 1 of 2. This is a typical swell brass envelope, and it is easily produced by a synth with a. Electronic music studios ems synthi a vintage synth. The ems synthi a has the same electronics as the vcs 3, but was rehoused in a spartanite briefcase. Buy, sell and share loops, samples and synth presets. It provides the correct pitch voltage and trigger signal for the trapezoid generator. Jul 04, 2017 ems synthi kb1 synthesizer resurfaces after 46 years. I have used other synthi soft synths and they stink out loud, not this one, it is so sweet. To play a staff, sibelius starts with its initial sound id as shown in the mixer. The aks model pictured below adds a 256step on board monophonic digital sequencer and a 30note touchplate keyboard activated by the 50 hzhum in our fingers.
We are brokering this instrument for and on behalf of our uk client. Not a keyboard synth like what moog was doing at the time, this was a generative music machine with a matrix patch panel. 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. Gif 204k synthi a with original k and sequencer32 the first 30 synthi aks featured a black and silver touch pad, spinandtouch random note selector and an unplayable resistive touch sensitive keyboard. Jan 10, 2011 the synthi aks ks expander is an expansion add on 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. Its even more heartening when you consider that while many other classic brands such as arp and oberheim are historic trademarks under new ownership, electronic music studios are still in business under the stewardship of. We have the vcs3 studio version as well which we plan to put on the market when time allows. The synthi a is the same as the aks, except for the additional sequencer and keyboard on the aks. The aks model pictured below adds a 256step onboard monophonic digital sequencer and a 30note touchplate keyboard activated by the 50.
Just showing the pin patch matrix from the ems synthi aks was enough. First, we try to synthesize those descending sweeps heard in the first part of oxygene 2 jeanmichel jarre, 1976, before the main lead part. 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. Of course, you can organize your own patches using that same elegant system. You will not find an aks in better condition and for sale. They acquired this important piece of electronica history and plan to release photos and audio demos of the keyboard in use so that fans may enjoy this rare synth. After 46 years of collecting dust, one of the worlds rarest synths are being resuscitated. Manufactured by electronic music studios in 1971, this portable modular synthesizer was extremely flexible. The synth patches in these libraries are my personal libraries of sounds. Synthi aks for sale in uk 20 secondhand synthi aks. It uses pins rather than patchcords to route signals and voltages. Ems synthi aks with rare cv input, ems synthi aksstunning synthi aks for sale fullyserviced and in superb condition.
Digitana electronics specializes in developing custom interface modules for, wait for it, classic synthesizers made by ems namely the synthi a, aks and vcs3. The ems synthi a putney synthesiser is a modular synthesizer made by electronic music studios london ltd. How to get started making music on the vcs3 putney, an instrument by ems electronic music studios used by the likes of brian eno, pink floyd and jeanmichel jarre. Functionally it is modelled on the clavia nord lead 2 red synth. The incredible ems synthi aks from 1971 24bit record. Ive not tested the sonic couture synthi aks but ive got some other of their products and theyre great. The 1gb library was sampled from soniccoutures own synthi aks, and listening to the raw 24bit, 44. To take the game back to playing cards and not hoarding gems like a dragon in a cave.
For sale via this auction you know what this is and there is no need for an introduction. The ems synthi aks is an analog synthesizer in a briefcase, released in the early 70s, and was used extensively by brian eno, jean michel jarre and by pink floyd on their 1973 album the dark side of the moon. Instead of patch wires, they use a patchbay grid wherein the synth. We are pleased to announce a rerelease of the classic ems synthi hifli guitar effects unit, built under license from ems cornwall.
Tristram carys step sons ems synthi aks 1976 mint condition sn 45423. Personally, i think a large part of the charm of analogue monosynths is the lack of patch memory, and the journey of discovery it takes you on to get to a sound that does something for your current needs. As the instrument is being brokered through rl music, it will be sold with a full 3month warranty and we can ship worldwide. Synthi aks inspired analogue synth with digitally controlled patch matrix that we believe will inspire users to explore the space and. The ems synthi aks is an analog synthesizer in a briefcase, released in the early 70s, and was used extensively by brian eno, jean michel jarre and by pink floyd on their 1973 album the dark side of the moon headus was given the task of 3d scanning one of these legendary instruments by a local musician so they could have the 3d data on hand for a number of possible projects. May 03, 2017 this video, via kovalmoog, captures some iconic sounds of the electronic music studios ems synthi aks video summary. Synthi js is a javascript emulation of the legendary ems synthi a analog synthesizer. Like the vcs3, the synthi a and aks feature three oscillators and a unique patch system.
Warning the synthi aks is an extremely delicate instrument. Alka demoing the ems synthi aks mk 1 pt 12 youtube. This is the same synthesizer engine as the vcs3 the putney and synthi a. Here is the very special sound of the synthi a with its unique 256 modulation matrix. 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. Its even more heartening when you consider that while many other classic brands such as arp and oberheim are historic trademarks under new ownership, electronic music studios are still in business under the stewardship of an original ems worker, robin wood. The sonic couture synthi aks is a sample based instrument. 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. Mar 14, 2011 alka operates an original 1970s synthi a. Even so, for the purist i present here a patch sheet for. After intermission, its a full on rendition of the wall, with an ems synthi aks and everything. Your patches deliver exactly the same sounds as you would get from the. Synthi vs comes with an extensive library of leads, basses, textures, sound effects and more. 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.
We will be frequently as possible updating this list. This new wind controller wind synth faq is forever a work in progress and. Ems synthi 100 looking at our list of fave gear its heartening to see at least one instrument and company from the uk. Jun 29, 2014 the musiconics bassmate and bassmate ii. 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.
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. The synthi educational handbook by peter grogono april1972 electronic music studios ofamericaninc 460 westst amherstmass tel4 2568591. These are a few photos of the 3rd ems aks i have owned, good synth bye far. This is the same synthesizer engine as the ems vcs3 and synthi aks. The synthi aks ks expander is a new expansion unit for the synthi aks keyboard sequencer ks. It can operate on either eu 220v or us 110v switchable, and it is sold with our normal 3 month warranty. This page contains patches and sound banks for synth1 by ichiro toda. Oct 25, 2004 well, i guess it time to sell my synthi aks. Synthmob digital sound marketplace and sound design community. 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. The cinchjones synthitoks cable and powercable is also included. Released in 1972, the synthi aks was the successor to the synthi a, with the additional k standing for keyboard and the s standing for sequencer. 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 you.
Prestopatch for instant patching of a pre programmed sound can be made to. Instead of routing signals using patch cables, like moog products, it uses a patch matrix with resistive pins. Looking at our list of fave gear its heartening to see at least one instrument and company from the uk. The synthi a and the aks came in a portable plastic suitcase. The 2700 ohm resistors soldered inside each pin vary in tolerance, indicated by different colours. Synthijs, a javascript emulation of the ems synthi a. A full healthcheck by ksr has already been carried out june 2018, so this synthi aks is ready for sale now. Dc outputs for voltage controlling external equipment. The standard connecting cable is removed between the ks and synthi and the units own cables. In our opinion, those two things put it head and shoulders above the 1969 ems vcs3 and the fact that this instrument now sells for anything up to. The vcs3 takes up a special place in the history of synthesizers educational tool come avantgarde studio in a box, highly idiosyncratic and melodically unstable, a melding of technological ingenuity with costeffective army surplus electronics it was never designed for conventional music yet its application and legacy have endured. It has an enormous amount of circuitry in it for its. You know what this is and there is no need for an introduction.
Synth1 is a software synthesizer for computer music use. Early ems synthi aks for sale meticulously refurbished 100%. Synthijs is a modular synthesizer that is made up of 11 components. Ems synthi aks with rare cv input, recently servic. It is simple to use and a complete teaching course has been built round it. Erica synths latest instrument is inspired by the ems synthi aks.
Synthi a virtual synthesizer its not the same, its just the best of two worlds. By using our services, you agree to our use of cookies. 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. Most notable for its patch pin matrix, its functions and internal design are similar to the vcs 3 synthesiser, also made by ems. In fact the prototype was tested using a ks connected to my vcs3 mk2.
The major difference was the addition of the prestopatch socket, but this also appeared on later synthi as. Synthijs is a javascript emulation of the legendary ems synthi a analog synthesizer. The synthi e is a general purpose electronic music synthesiser especially designed to be used in schools and colleges. 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. 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. Gif 204k synthi a with original k and sequencer32 the first 30 synthi aks featured a black and silver touch pad, spinandtouch random note selector. The moog taurus was released in 1975 and many prog bassists embraced the instrument to complement their sound, as it offered an unbelievably powerful and sustained superbass tone, unheard of at the time, especially in live playing where it provided a kind of early surround, you felt it more than you. Early ems synthi aks for sale meticulously refurbished. The ems vcs3 and its synthi derivatives were remarkable synthesizers, almost impossible to play as melodic instruments, but widely regarded as peerless soundeffect generators the 1gb library was sampled from soniccoutures own synthi aks, and listening to the raw 24bit, 44. This demo was recorded on 8232015, after repairing and restoring the unit, which not belongs to me. 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. Designed by legendary ems electronics genius david cockerell of synthi aksvcs3synthi100 fame in 19723, probably primarily as a guitar effects unit though it certainly has uses as an analogue effects for synth sounds and used by the likes of david gilmour pink floyd, steve hackett ex genesis and others.
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