SynthModules

Andrew,

Currently, there are already examples of code and MP3's on the site that
demonstrate CV to MIDI.... MIDI Out.  That's what I had at AHMW 2004 was a
simple interface (the schematic is in the files section of the group site)
to a DIN connector that was connecting my analog modular (via PSIM-1) to my
Alesis SR-16 MIDI Drum Machine and now also my Roland SC-7 GM Sound Module.
I recently uploaded a breath/wind controller to MIDI Piano MP3 to the
synthmodules.com Web site.  MIDI Out is incredible.  I've also done Wiard
Noise Ring to Piano.  That is VERY cool!  Want to play the piano with a
joystick controller?  No problem.  Any CV into the PSIM-1 can produce MIDI
notes out.  The programs online right now are very basic (that's why piano
only right now) but watch for more advance CV to MIDI programs in the near
future that take advantage of more advanced MIDI capabilities.  (Remember...
I am supposed to be building PSIM-1 modules... not playing or writing code.)
I do have to take breaks sometimes and have been having fun with my PSIM-1
and a few other projects in between building modules just so I stay sane.
Anyone who has taken a module from concept to production in this market
knows exactly what I'm talking about.  ;-)

Anyway... back to the MIDI module... it will have MIDI IN, MIDI OUT, and DIN
Sync.  Right now... only the code for MIDI OUT has been written.  I'll
probably have the module done before *I* get a chance to write additional
code for it.  That won't stop someone else from writing the code.  :-)
Actually, I highly encourage anyone who knows MBasic and MIDI to help us all
out and work with me on the code for the module.

Consider *all* the PSIM series modules (including the PSIM-1) a development
platform.  I'll provide the hardware... we can all work on the software
together.  As many of you have noticed... everyone who touches a PSIM-1
comes up with new ideas on how to put it to use.  I couldn't possibly think
of every possible use and write every possible program.  The same will be tr
ue of the add-on modules.  They will simply add-on to the capabilities of
the PSIM-1 increasing the possibilities of its use even further.

As far as the SpeakJet modules goes... you've all probably heard the samples
online.  I've been putting more MP3 samples on the primary Web site because
Yahoo kept hitting download limits.  All the SpeakJet code that is currently
available at the time the module is released will be uploaded to the site
for download.  Again, with the SpeakJet... if you've read the specs... not
only can it produce allophones and speak (or babble)... it is a full-blown
synthesizer all on its own.  All we have to do is write the code for it.
:-)

Take care,
Brice
http://www.SynthModules.com

"We are the music makers...and we are the dreamers of the dreams."
- Willy Wonka, 1971

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Andrew Scheidler" <xpandrew@ph.k12.in.us>
To: <SynthModules@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Wednesday, April 07, 2004 11:35 AM
Subject: Re: [SynthModules] New poll for SynthModules


> Brice -
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> Can you tell us a little about the MIDI module... both IN and OUT?  I'm
> not exactly sure what to ask here, but some description and maybe a
> couple example uses would be helpful...?
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> Can any of the MIDI data be used?  Clock, song pointers, cc data, etc?
> I have reduced my MIDI used by about 80% lately, but having a PSIM with
> MIDI would open a lot of doors...
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> Andrew
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> I used to be so big and strong
> I used to know my right from wrong
> I used to never be afraid
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> >>> SynthModules@yahoogroups.com  04/07/04 9:59 AM >>>
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> Enter your vote today!  A new poll has been created for the
> SynthModules group:
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> Which SynthModules PSIM add-on module
> would you like to see first?
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>   o SpeakJet Module
>   o MIDI Module
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> To vote, please visit the following web page:
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> http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SynthModules/surveys?id=11723102
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> Note: Please do not reply to this message. Poll votes are
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> web site listed above.
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> Thanks!
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