The synthi a and the aks came in a portable plastic suitcase. Ems cricklewood dk1 keyboard synthi aks a vcs3 put. This video, via studentsmusic, is a software vs hardware comparison, pitting a vintage ems synthi aks analog synthesizer against ivcs3 for. A guide to the ems product range 1969 to 1979 by graham hinton last updated. The synthi a is the same as the aks, except for the additional sequencer and keyboard on the aks.
Some vst plugins freeware tried to recreate the original semi modular design of this synth, heres the list. This ones one of the more desirable older white faced units and the front panels are beautiful. Interplanetary class classics deluxe edition by the. 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 filter. I had the ems synthi aks for 15 years 1981 to 1996 and did fewer things with the ems avs. Instead of routing signals using patch cables, like moog products, it uses a patch matrix with resistive pins. The vcs3 accomplished its mod routing with a pin matrix. Ems synthi a clone diy synth other we love diy synthesizer. 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. Download ivcs3 and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad, and ipod touch. The instruments casing shows the typical vcs3 problem. Would love to find a solution for getting midi into the synthi, so that i can play sequences with it probably going to use numerology for this. But it rings and its creative possibilities are endless.
This instrument was arps slightly leftfield attempt at tackling the growing demand for polysynths way back in 1978. Hard to find, it will cost you a furtune in case youre really interested asking price is 19,000 usd. The dk1 in 1969 was an early velocity sensitive monophonic keyboard for vcs3 with an extra vco and vca. Here are custom madenot by ems ems synthi aksstunning synthi aks for sale fullyserviced and in superb condition. This was replaced by the familiar blue capacitive touch sensitive keyboard with integrated sequencer. Including many previously unseen photographs and material from the ems archives over 5 megabytes of high resolution images. Also in 1972, synthi aks was released, and its digital sequencer with a touchsensitive flat keyboard, ks sequencer, and its mechanical keyboard version, dks, were also released.
This app is available only on the app store for iphone and ipad. Synthijs, a javascript emulation of the ems synthi a. Anyway you can read all about it on most of the synthi sites. Synthi js is a javascript emulation of the legendary ems synthi a analog synthesizer. Phutney synthi zee ks clone phutney technical clone parts other websites maplin 5600s synthi aks pitch 2 voltage dk2 keyboard arp 2600 grey arp 2600 orange minimoog edp wasp cam gears uk pictures of friends spartanite case contact me. Modulum based on modular moog, ems vcs3, alesis andromeda. Telechargez ivcs3 et utilisezle sur votre iphone, ipad ou ipod touch. Along with its suitcase sibling the synthi, the vcs3. Free electronic music studios ems synthi aks synthesizer vst emulation cynthia by ninecows link.
Synthi js is a modular synthesizer that is made up of 11 components. Ipad synth or original ivcs3 compared to ems synthi aks. Official ems ios emulator by apesoft, with preface by peter zinovieff screen shot. However, it too expensive, and most importantly, there is no tracking. The groundbreaking analogue and digital engineering was designed by david cockerell and documented in detail in 1971. Instructional video how to program an ems synthi aks. Freeform discussion of electronic music and the techniques and gear used in making it.
Totally randomly, i have an ems synthi aks, a heart sound simulator, and a copy of dsotm all out at the same time. Early ems synthi aks for sale meticulously refurbished. In 1974, ems introduced the synthi 100, designed for those who didnt need a portable system. The synthi 100 was originally based on three vcs3s, and grew from there to encompass 12. Jh synthi clone ive built a clone of the ems synthi a. When you buy products through links across our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. This video, via studentsmusic, is a software vs hardware comparison, pitting a vintage ems synthi aks analog synthesizer against ivcs3 for ios. Free ems synthi aks synthesizer vst emulation youtube. Synthijs is a modular synthesizer that is made up of 11 components. Developer alessandro petrolati is working on a software emulation of the classic ems vcs3 for ios, ivcs3. 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. Also in 1972, synthi aks was released, and its digital sequencer with.
Swapping caps with 10% or 20% tolerances will move the centre frequencies of each stage around. The additional pole, aka the mod, was standard on synthi s manufactured after 1974. The ems synthi 100 was a large analoguedigital hybrid synthesizer made by electronic music studios london ltd. Free ems vcs3 putney synthesizer vst emulation youtube. The 2700 ohm resistors soldered inside each pin vary in tolerance, indicated by different colours. Synthi js can look daunting at first, but creating patches with it is actually quite straightforward. Ems synthi for sale in uk 27 secondhand ems synthis. Looks good, now lets wait for a ems synthi 100 emulator. The vcs3 was created in 1969 by peter zinovieffs ems company. In terms of interface, matrix, look, its more accurate. As designer, dave cockerell put it, you had to take walls down to get it into studios. Synthesizer image gallery moogulatorium ems vcs3 the. Wed already seen the oberheim sem based instruments pave the way but its fair to say that these were big unwieldy beats more comfortable sitting in the studio as opposed to. The history a background on the original electronic music studios london ltd.
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 is easy to identify by having a small connector at the top going to a heatsink. The ems synthi a has the same electronics as the vcs 3, but was rehoused in a spartanite briefcase. 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.
Synth geeks at sweetwater love the arturia synthi v because it delivers all the experimental excitement of the original ems vcs3, the legendary 3oscillator analog modular that blew out of 1970s london and helped spark a worldwide synthpop insurgency. View and download ems synthi vcs3 user manual online. Rather than the fully populated and tested boards in my other listing these boards have all the rare semiconductors fitted so all yo. This video, via studentsmusic, is a software vs hardware comparison, pitting a vintage ems synthi aks analog synthesizer against ivcs3 for ios as he notes, believing is not knowing. Board a was changed on the synthi vcs3 mkii and synthi aks to have a heavier duty power supply and different output amplifiers. A guide to ems vcs3 and synthi a aks modifications and servicing. Ems created the vcs3 also called the putney, then, based on the vcs3, the synthi a and synthi aks. Excerpts from trying to get objective data comparing an app with the original synthesizer. The definitive guide to ems products between 1969 and 1979. 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. Meticulously rebuilt, cleaned and tested by skilled vintage synth tech and dealer and working perfectly. 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. 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. Welcome all thanks for your visit, i hope you find this web site easy to navigate, if you have any suggestions.
The actual sockets used depends on the nature of the device connected. Ems synthi 100 looking at our list of fave gear its heartening to see at least one instrument and company from the uk. The ems synthi aks is a legendary instrument with an illustrious history. The first 30 synthi aks featured a black and silver touch pad, spinandtouch random note selector and an unplayable resistive touch sensitive keyboard. The vcs 3 is a portable analog synthesiser with a flexible semimodular voice architecture. Microphones should be plugged into the microphone sockets, and other input devices such as taperecorders. Later it was extended for duophonic play, as dk2, in 1972. I have an ems synthi a so without the keyboard and sequencer from the aks. Most notable for its patch pin matrix, its functions and internal design are similar to the vcs 3 synthesiser, also made by ems. Synthijs is a javascript emulation of the legendary ems synthi a analog synthesizer. Full midiimplementation such as loading and saving sounds with all parameters. The electronics were largely designed by david cockerell and the machines distinctive visual appearance was the work of electronic composer tristram cary. Arturia synthi v analog synthesizer software instrument. Initially sold in 1972, the ems synthi aks was a portable modular analog synthesizer with a built in keyboard and sequencer.
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