Your music is begging for a different kind of synth sound. Unique ems synthi a mk4 prototype for sale in good working order following a service by the original designer, steve gay last year. Jan 10, 2012 the synthi a is a modular synthesizer, manufactured by electronic music studios in the uk. We have 1 ems synthi a manual available for free pdf download. The post all but confirms that the music tribe brand is working on its own reproduction of the ems synthi. Synthwizards collection of manuals, service documents, schematics service manuals and modifications for a selection of analogdigital synthesisers and various sound gear.
Just showing the pin patch matrix from the ems synthi aks was enough. Synthesizer image gallery moogulatorium ems vcs3 the. Synthi v brings you all the experimental excitement of ems legendary. Ring modulator, loopable envelope shaper, 2 axis joystick and sample and hold modules for advanced modulations. Initially sold in 1972, the ems synthi aks was a portable modular. Behringer leak new ems synthi, sh101, arp 2600 and wasp. Jh synthi clone ive built a clone of the ems synthi a. Preparations to reestablish production of the original synthi a and vcs3 mk2 have been proceeding through the summer and we are now expecting the first completed units to be ready in january 2011. A classic analog synth album extensive use of vcs3 synthesizer and some very cool diagrams of vcs3 and synthi on album sleeve. On of the new instruments is the synthi v, an emulation of the ems synthi aks synthesizer from the. Electronic music studios, trendeal vean barn, ladock, truro, cornwall.
Behringer drops the first picture of its synthi vcs3 clone. E is for educational, it has no matrix but patch cords, its filter is multimode and all modes can be used at the same time is has a sensor keyboard and a ribbon controller to slide through the notes also built into a suitcase like the synthi a aks. The pins and its use of the putney ems synthi a aux slot keyboard jones socket this is intended for use with ems devices. The syntrx sintrex is a fromscratch creation from the rigabased builder that uses. It is loosely based around the combination of three vcs3 systems into one massive synthesizer. Ems synthi a clone diy synth other we love diy synthesizer.
Arturia synthi v virtual analog modular synth plugin features. Although the circuit boards are unique and somewhat different, the filters are still quite similar to those of the vcs3 and a aks. Electronic music studios ems synthi a vintage synth explorer. There are two main problem areas with this design, the inputs and the memories. Erica synths latest instrument is inspired by the ems synthi aks. The sequencer 256 is the standalone version of the synthi 100s sequencer. Arturia synthi v analog synthesizer software instrument. Ems synthi 100 looking at our list of fave gear its heartening to see at least one instrument and company from the uk. A working touch sensitive keyboard controller prototype to fit the lid of the aks based on a teensy 3 microcontroller. Added backplane connector info on cloned parts page. The sequencer 256 is the standalone version of the synthi.
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. Dec, 2017 now, their website has posted a total of eight new synths including what looks like clones of the arp2600, ems synthi, wasp, octave cat, sh101 and ms20. The computeraided design cad files and all associated content posted to this website are created, uploaded, managed and owned by third party users. Ems created the vcs3 also called the putney, then, based on the vcs3, the synthi a and synthi aks. 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. Sequential circuits prophet 10 rick wakeman tells a story of being sat by a hotel swimming pool after a yes tour, when he was approached by someone claiming to have plans and a schematic for a new. Ive not heard any of these, just played an aks back in the 90s digitana electronics custom interface modules for ems synthi aks. The synthi filter is essentially a moog transistor ladder filter, with diodes in place of transistors. Englands ems synthi aks is simply one of the greatestever. Where most competitive designs like the minimoog sacrificed flexibility to size and simplicity, ems retained a modular heart through the genius of one of the. The post all but confirms that the music tribe brand is working on its own reproduction of the ems synthi vcs3 and was one of the many synths. Behringer synthi vcx3 news, ems vcs3 synthesizer clone. First manufactured in 1972 by ems in putney, southwest london, the synthi a was basically a portable version of ems s famous vcs3 synthesizer, and the ks keyboard an unplayable thirtynote touchplate was added to make the synthi aks. It combines the earliest and bestgeneration sound mk.
Arturia synthi v synthesizer software synth for pro. It is possible to find schematics of emslike vcf using diode ladder, they work pretty well but are not the original stuff. The ems synthi aks is a legendary instrument with an illustrious history. The spirit of synthi is back, in the new erica syntrx cdm create. The most important modification is to stabilise the three oscillators on board c. Englands ems synthi aks is simply one of the greatestever standalone designs for experimentation. A vst simulation of a vcs3vcs4 with synthi sequencer, and vocoder 5000 by xilslab synthi avs plugin. Our interfaces and expansion units are specially developed to interface external effects units, control sources, modular synthesisers, midi sequencers and more to the synthi a, aks.
Think of the synthi 100 as several vcs3 systems youll be halfway close to understanding it. Ems synthi a mk3 prototype vintage analog synth for sale. The sound of the synthi 100 was subtly distinct from. I have a pretty collection of ems schematics and service notes, including the ks, and serviced several units. The vcs3 was one of their first synths and it is still a great, unique, funky little unit. One schematic very much sought after is the diode ladder vcf.
The ems synthi aks march 1972 was a version with a builtin. Venture beyond unusual lead and bass sounds to create soundscapes and scifi effects ranging from beautiful to bizarre and everything in between. Why isnt there an ems vcs3 or ems synthi aks reissue. Full midiimplementation such as loading and saving sounds with all parameters. Phutney synthi zee ks clone technical info clone parts other websites maplin 5600s synthi aks pitch 2 voltage dk2 keyboard arp 2600 grey arp 2600 orange minimoog edp. Synthi avs by ems synth analogue subtractive vst plugin. This video, via studentsmusic, is a software vs hardware comparison, pitting a vintage ems synthi aks analog synthesizer against ivcs3 for ios. Where most competitive designs like the minimoog sacrificed flexibility to size and simplicity, ems. Modulation wheel messages and program change messages for the matrix control. Electronic music studios ems vcs3 vintage synth explorer. I had the ems synthi aks for 15 years 1981 to 1996 and did fewer things with the ems avs. It comes complete with a sheaf of original papers, handdrawn schematics.
Finest ems gear service and music easel208 goodies im not a synths dealer and im not aware of an inexpensive synthi secret market, please dont ask me if i know one for sale. I with a huge list of modifications which expand even further the range of. Software needs to be written to turn it into a proper sequencer, but its currently working as a 1voctave output 2 octave monophonic keyboard. The synthi is housed in a spartanite briefcase, and includes a builtin amp and stereo speakers. Modular architecture, allowing to route signals in unexpected ways. Available for download, the arturia synthi v emulates the classic ems synths born out of britain in the 1970s. Behringer just dropped the ultimate of all teasers. Synthijs, a javascript emulation of the ems synthi a.
The diodes and capacitors make a distinct ladder shape, and this is the reason for the name. May 03, 2017 this video, via kovalmoog, captures some iconic sounds of the electronic music studios ems synthi aks video summary. We develop custom interface modules for classic synthesisers made by electronic music studios ems. 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. It is easy to identify by having a small connector at the top going to a heatsink. You will not find an aks in better condition and for sale. What makes this particular aks special though is its condition and historical significance. He later went on to design many of the classic electro harmonix effects both the micro synth and small stone phaser are inspired by the hi fli. The spirit of synthi is back, in the new erica syntrx. Ems is still run by robin wood in cornwall, and in addition to continuing to build and sell new units, the company repairs and refurbishes ems equipment. The synthi a is the same as the aks, except for the additional sequencer and keyboard on the aks. These ersatz can be found at stefan sundbergs site and also at hyperreal music machines or at emusic diy archives. 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.
Ems electronic music studios was created in england back in 1969. 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. That picture, of course, looks rather a lot like the unmistakable 16x16 pinboard modulation matrix of the synthi vcs3. Arturia has today released the vcollection 7 vc7 with three new virtual instruments. Synthi v brings you all the experimental excitement of ems legendary 3oscillator analog synthsnow infused with thoroughly modern enhancements.
Software needs to be written to turn it into a proper sequencer, but its currently. Ive modified some of the phutney schematics, these pages marked new on the tech page, on these ive added the input, output and level pots, i would like to know if these are preferable to the schematics. It is possible to find schematics of ems like vcf using diode ladder, they work pretty well but are not the original stuff. The touch keyboard sequencer used in the aks is no longer supported by ems. I dont offer support of any kind to people attempting to build clones of ems. First, we try to synthesize those descending sweeps heard in the first part of oxygene 2 jeanmichel jarre, 1976, before the main lead part. Synthi avs synthi a virtual synthesizer is a software emulation of ems hardware, briefcase synth, synthi a, featuring its 256 modulation matrix and its unique emsfilter. The incredible ems synthi aks from 1971 24bit record. Some vst plugins freeware tried to recreate the original semi modular design of this synth, heres the list. Do not attempt to use this facility unless the suitability of the proposed equipment has been thoroughly checked. 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. The sussex vcs building a synth based on the classsic vcs3.
Synthi js is a modular synthesizer that is made up of 11 components. The examples given in this manual are intended to help you get the feel of the synthi, and cover only a tiny fraction of its capabilities. Behringer drops the first picture of its synthi vcs3 clone musicradar. Ems synthi a mk4 prototype vintage analog synth for sale. Unique ems synthi a mk3 prototype for sale in good working order following a service by the original designer, steve gay last year. The hi fli aka the sound freak was designed by david cockerell in 1971 for ems. You know what this is and there is no need for an introduction. 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. Synth100 heavily modified with computer synthi 1977 the same technology as the vcs3, but built into a very large console patched with two 60 x 60 matrix boards, one for the signals and one for control. This is the most fully featured and best sounding synthi you will find.
View and download ems synthi vcs3 user manual online. Ems also produced the monsterous synthi 100 in 1971. Preparations to reestablish production of the original synthi. They started production in 1971, and you can still order a new one, but the waiting list is many years long. The vcs3 nicknamed the putney is an analog monosynth housed in a distinctive angled wooden case, a truly classic synth. Ems in cornwall prices are 20 years old electronic music studios there are many synthi clones. Ive never been able to find the universal sequencers ones with the extra circuits, even robin doesnt seem to have these. The circuitry was designed around the original standard 7400 series ttl and the memories are mos shift registers, both have a much higher current draw than modern equivalents. The synthi a and the aks came in a portable plastic suitcase.
Ems synthi a manuals manuals and user guides for ems synthi a. If true, itd be a huge shakeup with their reputation for low prices meaning it could put classic hardware clones in the hands of more producers. By using our services, you agree to our use of cookies. Designed by legendary ems electronics genius david cockerell of synthi aks vcs3synthi100 fame in 19723, probably primarily as a guitar effects unit though it certainly has uses as an analogue effects. 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. Automation of all knobs, pins and the joystick via midi. Then, still in pc, there is the mono kxsynthx16 ans polyphonic kxsynth v2x16. Synthi v, synthi v plugin, buy synthi v, download synthi v. Most notable for its patch pin matrix, its functions and internal design are similar to the vcs 3 synthesiser, also made by ems. Board a was changed on the synthi vcs3 mkii and synthi aks to have a heavier duty power supply and different output amplifiers. It models the synthi aks and vcs3, some of the first hardware synths to provide modular. It is often said ems gear has attained cult status, reaching a fervor of near worship among its users. When you buy products through links across our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. There are three printed circuit boards inside a vcs3 or synthi a, viewed left to right.
Synthi avs synthi a virtual synthesizer is a software emulation of ems hardware, briefcase synth, synthi a, featuring its 256 modulation matrix and its unique ems. The 1972 instrument inspired jean michel jarre and pink floyd. The ems synthi first available in may 1971 was a portable modular analog synthesizer made by electronic music studios of england. As erica synths explains, the syntrx isnt a clone of the aks, but an allanalog synthesizer developed from scratch with a user interface. 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. It offered 12 voltage controlled oscillators, 4 lowpass filters, 4 highpass filters, a threetrack monophonic 256.
Synthi js is a javascript emulation of the legendary ems synthi a analog synthesizer. Designed by legendary ems electronics genius david cockerell of synthi aks vcs3synthi100 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. The britishborn ems family of synthsfeaturing the sonically identical synthi aks and vcs3were among the first to distill modular synthesizer functionality into a more portable form. Arturia synthi v synthesizer ems synthi aks emulation. Cookies help us improve performance, enhance user experience and deliver our services. Here is a schematic of the synthi diode ladder filter.
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