SergeModular

Hi,

Below is a post that caught my attention from 2002. A lot of questions followed it, but I
couldn't find an update on the design's progress.

Does anyone know if the computer controlled patch matrix proposed here ever went into
production?

Sonicsynthi, are you still on the list?

I'm using a customized Analogue Solutions "Synapse" programmable matrix with my Synthi
A at the moment. Once my Serge arrives, I hope to use it in combination with a matrix too.
The Synapse has only 16x16 ins and outs though, and because it's a limitation of the chip
at the heart of the unit there's little I can change about that. I'm hoping by now someone
else has developed a larger matrix with preset-saving for use with modular synths...

Anyone? I'd also be interested in seeing alternative 16x16 matrices, like the "Digi-Trix"
prototype.

Thanks

Regards
Thomas

--- In SergeModular@yahoogroups.com, "sonicsynthi" <sonic@...> wrote:
>
> Digi-Trix.microcontrolled patching matrix
>
> digital patching matrix units - a small rackmount/tabletop unit
> having an lcd screen with a backlit matrix similar in size (actually
> clearer..) to an EMS synthi matrix .
> by the simple use of up/down/left/right keys & a cursor it is easily
> navigable . "pins" (Y to X connections) being visually
> placed /removed with the "place pin" & "remove pin" buttons .
> the unit has a prestopatch interface ideal for instant synthi
> connection, plus the option of banana + 1/4" jacks . I
> n this way the unit can create a matrix with any 16 outputs & 16
> inputs & can equally be used to route guitar effects boxes , modular
> syn , a mixture of both of infinite other possibilities for routing
> AC or DC signals .
> These patches once created can be stored . several stored patches
> may even be "grown" on top of each other , adding other elements.
> As I'm sure most of you realise . having instantly repatchable
> matrices goes a long way to quick accurate changes .
> the unit at present is a very quick & repeatable way to patch a
> synthi plus the only way to store & recall those patches.
> All well & good , but We are currently looking at implementing
> midi patching & control in order to be able to sequence patch data
> via midi.( patching a modular by keyboard or sequencer anyone )? If
> anyone on the list has any experience with this area please contact
> myself SonicSynthi or Steve Thomas via the Yahoo Putney list or
> private email.
> We are interested to hear of peoples orders , ideas , thoughts etc.
> We plan to market a limited number of these next year , although non
> midi models are already in beta testing.
> We are planning to sell these for as little as possible , depending
> on how many people pre-order it . Hopefully we'll be able to sell
> them for around $450 /£300/Euro450 . Basically - a very reasonably
> priced peripheral.
> I created a matrix using Synton Fenix modules as a test & found it
> transformed it into a formidable powerhouse , previously only
> attributed to EMS & other (rare) matrix based problems .
> Remember this lets you send aNY & ALL 16 ins to ANY & ALL 16
> 0uts . Multiples become a confusing & boring thing of the past !
> regards
> SonicSynthi & Steve Thomas -New Atlantis Productions
>