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. I had the ems synthi aks for 15 years 1981 to 1996 and did fewer things with the ems avs. Ems synthi a clone diy synth other we love diy synthesizer. 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. I have an ems synthi a so without the keyboard and sequencer from the aks. Synthi js is a javascript emulation of the legendary ems synthi a analog synthesizer. 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. Totally randomly, i have an ems synthi aks, a heart sound simulator, and a copy of dsotm all out at the same time. Also in 1972, synthi aks was released, and its digital sequencer with.
Most notable for its patch pin matrix, its functions and internal design are similar to the vcs 3 synthesiser, also made by ems. When you buy products through links across our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. 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. 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. The additional pole, aka the mod, was standard on synthi s manufactured after 1974. A guide to the ems product range 1969 to 1979 by graham hinton last updated. Arturia synthi v analog synthesizer software instrument. Excerpts from trying to get objective data comparing an app with the original synthesizer. 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. Synthijs, a javascript emulation of the ems synthi a. Swapping caps with 10% or 20% tolerances will move the centre frequencies of each stage around. Synthijs is a javascript emulation of the legendary ems synthi a analog synthesizer. 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.
Later it was extended for duophonic play, as dk2, in 1972. Modulum based on modular moog, ems vcs3, alesis andromeda. 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. Synthi js is a modular synthesizer that is made up of 11 components. The history a background on the original electronic music studios london ltd. Early ems synthi aks for sale meticulously refurbished. Meticulously rebuilt, cleaned and tested by skilled vintage synth tech and dealer and working perfectly. In terms of interface, matrix, look, its more accurate. 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. 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.
Ems created the vcs3 also called the putney, then, based on the vcs3, the synthi a and synthi aks. Looks good, now lets wait for a ems synthi 100 emulator. This was replaced by the familiar blue capacitive touch sensitive keyboard with integrated sequencer. This video, via studentsmusic, is a software vs hardware comparison, pitting a vintage ems synthi aks analog synthesizer against ivcs3 for. The actual sockets used depends on the nature of the device connected. The ems synthi a has the same electronics as the vcs 3, but was rehoused in a spartanite briefcase.
Board a was changed on the synthi vcs3 mkii and synthi aks to have a heavier duty power supply and different output amplifiers. Along with its suitcase sibling the synthi, the vcs3. The 2700 ohm resistors soldered inside each pin vary in tolerance, indicated by different colours. The dk1 in 1969 was an early velocity sensitive monophonic keyboard for vcs3 with an extra vco and vca. But it rings and its creative possibilities are endless. Synthi js can look daunting at first, but creating patches with it is actually quite straightforward. This video, via studentsmusic, is a software vs hardware comparison, pitting a vintage ems synthi aks analog synthesizer against ivcs3 for ios. Ipad synth or original ivcs3 compared to ems synthi aks. 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. Synthijs is a modular synthesizer that is made up of 11 components. Including many previously unseen photographs and material from the ems archives over 5 megabytes of high resolution images. In 1974, ems introduced the synthi 100, designed for those who didnt need a portable system. Hard to find, it will cost you a furtune in case youre really interested asking price is 19,000 usd.
The synthi 100 was originally based on three vcs3s, and grew from there to encompass 12. This instrument was arps slightly leftfield attempt at tackling the growing demand for polysynths way back in 1978. The groundbreaking analogue and digital engineering was designed by david cockerell and documented in detail in 1971. The ems synthi 100 was a large analoguedigital hybrid synthesizer made by electronic music studios london ltd. The ems synthi aks is a legendary instrument with an illustrious history. Download ivcs3 and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad, and ipod touch.
However, it too expensive, and most importantly, there is no tracking. Microphones should be plugged into the microphone sockets, and other input devices such as taperecorders. 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. Ems synthi aks by electronic music studios of england. Developer alessandro petrolati is working on a software emulation of the classic ems vcs3 for ios, ivcs3. 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 cricklewood dk1 keyboard synthi aks a vcs3 put. The first 30 synthi aks featured a black and silver touch pad, spinandtouch random note selector and an unplayable resistive touch sensitive keyboard. Ems synthi 100 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. Synthesizer image gallery moogulatorium ems vcs3 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. Anyway you can read all about it on most of the synthi sites. Jh synthi clone ive built a clone of the ems synthi a. As designer, dave cockerell put it, you had to take walls down to get it into studios. This ones one of the more desirable older white faced units and the front panels are beautiful. Free ems synthi aks synthesizer vst emulation youtube. Freeform discussion of electronic music and the techniques and gear used in making it. A guide to ems vcs3 and synthi a aks modifications and servicing. It is easy to identify by having a small connector at the top going to a heatsink. Free ems vcs3 putney synthesizer vst emulation youtube. Interplanetary class classics deluxe edition by the. Free electronic music studios ems synthi aks synthesizer vst emulation cynthia by ninecows link. Instructional video how to program an ems synthi aks. 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.
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. Vcs3 demo of sounds hi fi quality recorded through logic x part 2. The electronics were largely designed by david cockerell and the machines distinctive visual appearance was the work of electronic composer tristram cary. The definitive guide to ems products between 1969 and 1979.