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Soundplane release party
Shipping the Soundplane has been, undoubtedly, the most difficult and the most risky thing I've done with my work life. And now that some people have their instruments, it's turning out to be the most...
View ArticleSoundplane + Silent Way
Os of Expert Sleepers sent out this informative video this morning, showing how to use the Soundplane with the new OSC features in Silent Way version 2. This setup is the way to go for anyone who wants...
View ArticleNew Instruments panel at Decibel Festival
Decibel Festival is one day away. Eek! I'm busy making software and hardware so I won't go on and on about it, but this year's lineup has some really amazing treats and the weather actually promises to...
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Soundplane Model A run 2
The second run of 30 Soundplanes is under way! I am taking orders now for mid-December delivery at the price of $1,895. Please visit the hardware page for new ordering info and new photos.
View ArticleAlan Turing lectures
A quick post from Victoria, BC. I'll be giving a lecture and a Soundplane workshop here at the University as part of a series celebrating the 100th birthday of Alan Turing. Also presenting over the...
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Aalto 1.3 released
The 1.3 release of Aalto, the patchable synthesizer from Madrona Labs, is now available. With its innovative UI, distinctive sounds, and unique personality, Aalto is designed to help you make...
View ArticleAalto 1.3.0 issues
In the short two days since its release, I have served approximately eighteen pounds of tasty Aalto downloads! That's over two billion electron volts, or enough salted peanuts to circle the Earth three...
View ArticleOS X Gatekeeper and Aalto’s watermarking
The new Aalto installer is not code signed to pass Gatekeeper on Lion and Mountain Lion. To install your Aalto download on these systems, please visit Apple’s page here [support.apple.com] and follow...
View ArticleNew Soundplane client
Just a quick note for Soundplane players: the new client application version 0.985 is now available in the usual place: the sticky topic in the hardware forums. new features:Rewrite of carrier...
View ArticleLearning Soundplane
I'm finally setting aside some quality time to play this new instrument. I recorded this yesterday: Soundplane into four voices of Aalto via OSC. It's easier to play Soundplane when you have...
View ArticleAalto 1.3.1
I have just posted Aalto version 1.3.1, along with new demos. 1.3.1 changes: fixed automation sticking bugs fixed host sync divisions in Logic new software PLL for tighter host sync fixed "rectified...
View ArticleGifting Aalto, Christmas break
A few people have written me to ask if it’s possible to give Aalto as a gift. Yes, it’s easy, and you can do it using the website. If you want to give Aalto to a friend, just make an account and buy...
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A trip to the Cheewhat Giant
A few weeks ago I went with my good friend Alex Bell to see the biggest living tree in Canada. Our trip started with an early morning drive out from Vancouver, a ferry to Nanaimo, a couple more hours’...
View ArticleBetter workflow for Aalto
I was making a little music with Aalto over the holidays. I was trying to set up a flow where I could just tweak the knobs while recording audio out of Aalto, and record a lot of tracks that I would...
View ArticleAalto 1.3.2
Aalto 1.3.2 demo and release versions for Mac and Windows are here on the site. 1.3.2 changes: added new patch save features: - quick save as version - save (over existing) - revert to saved added...
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Soundplane run 2 sold out
Soundplanes 31-60 are now spoken for! If you were waiting to order one, please keep in touch because we plan to make more instruments soon. Here's a view of the prototype instrument from the second run...
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Artist profile: Alex Smoke
Alex Menzies is a Scottish producer and DJ. As Alex Smoke, he has carved out a unique path through the dance music world since 1994 with three albums and numerous singles that display a rare talent for...
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Sea of Soundplanes
A happy sight: new Soundplane surfaces hot off the laser cutter, ready for sanding and assembly. These new inlays are mother-of-pearl—photos do not do them justice.
View ArticleNew Soundplane software!
There's a lot going on here at the Labs. While finishing up production on the second run of Soundplanes, I've been able to rewrite the client code that does touch tracking. Here's the result in a very...
View ArticleSoundplane disassembly / assembly video
Here is a video showing how to take apart a Soundplane and put it back together again. I designed the Soundplane to be easily hackable and repairable; hopefully what you see here gets that across. If...
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