Synthesizers.com
Synthesizers.com is an American company based in Tyler, Texas founded by Engineer Roger Arrick which manufactures analog modular synthesizers for music and sound-effect creation.
Products
Synthesizers.com modular synthesizer products utilize analog circuitry as did the classic synthesizers produced by Moog, ARP, and others in the 1960s and 1970s. Systems are constructed using function modules to provide customization and flexibility. Modules include the basic VCO, VCF, VCA synthesizer functions along with more advanced modules such as sequencers, ring modulators and quantizers. Cabinets of various construction styles are offered to house modules and power components.
Synthesizers.com cabinets and modules conform to the physical Moog Modular (5U tall) form factor.[1]
Business Philosophies
Synthesizers.com utilizes several unorthodox business practices to deal with the low manufacturing volumes of the small modular synthesizer market. Strategies include relying strictly on the internet and Email for sales presence and customer communication, avoiding trade shows, and selling direct instead of using traditional distribution and dealership channels.
Modules Produced
- Q104 MIDI Interface
- Q105 Slew Limiter
- Q106 Oscillator (VCO)
- Q107 Filter (VCF)
- Q108 Amplifier (VCA)
- Q109 Envelope Generator
- Q110 Noise Source
- Q111 Pan/Fade
- Q112, Q113 Mixers
- Q115 Reverb
- Q116 Ring Modulator
- Q117 Sample & Hold
- Q118 Instrument Interface
- Q119 Sequential Controller
- Q123 Standards
- Q124 Multiples
- Q125 Signal Processor
- Q127 Fixed Filter Bank
- Q128 Switch
- Q130 Clipper & Rectifier
- Q140 Fixed Filter Bank Aid
- Q142 Pedal Interface
- Q147 Distributor
- Q149 Signal Selector
- Q150 Transistor Ladder Filter (VCF)
- Q171 Quantizer Bank
- Q960 Sequential Controller
- Q961 Sequencer Interface
- Q962 Sequential Switch
- Q963 Trigger Bus
Moog 960 Sequencer Reissue
In 2005, Synthesizers.com began offering a modern recreation of Moog's famous 960 sequencer. The front panel duplicates the original 960 layout while the electronics required a redesign using currently available circuit components. Recreation of Moog's 961 and 962 accessory modules are offered as well.
Meeting of the Knobs
Synthesizers.com periodically hosts informal public meetings in the Dallas/Fort Worth area where enthusiasts show various sorts of modern and vintage electronic musical instruments.
Notable Users
See also
References
- ^ http://www.synthesizers.com/formfactors.html , Modular Synthesizer Form Factors
External links
- Official homepage of Synthesizers.com
- Official Forum serving Synthesizers.com users
- Meeting Of The Knobs Public Meetup