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Dear all, 

Sorry for the cross posting. My name is Gregg and I am a fan of 
frequency shifters (even though I have only tried d*g*t*l versions so 
far). I was recently very impressed with the price, specs and demos 
of the new Encore Electronics frequency shifter available here: 

http://www.encoreelectronics.com/ 

The only problem is I use Frac Rack compatible modules (Blacet, Wiard 
1200, and Synthmodules.com). Whilst the power supply wouldn't be a 
problem, mounting it would. I would very much like to see a good 
frequency shifter in Frac Rack format, as there are currently none 
availble (unless you want to get into diy and build or mod your own, 
which i don't have the skills to do). 

Therefore I decided to contact Tony at Encore and see if he would be 
willing to produce it in Frac Rack format, here is what he said: 

"The problem is the Frac Rack is much shorter than MOTM and would 
require a 
completely different layout. Basically it would require a completely 
new 
physical redesign. I would do it if I could have 40 people pre-pay a 
deposit 
for it. If you could drum up that many people, let me know... 

Regards, 
Tony" 

So, what say you? Would you be willing to pre-pay a deposit for one? 
I know I would. At the moment I don't know what kind of response this 
will get, or how much the unit would cost if it really happens, 
although I am assuming it would be a similar price to the MOTM format 
one which is currently available. 

If you would be interested then I would like to know! I will start 
collecting names, and if we can get to 40, then I can get back to 
Tony with the good news! Please let me know on list, or off: 

darkflameREMOVETHIS@ANDTHIShermetech.net 

Looking forward to hearing from you, 

Gregg Janman. 

http://www.hermetech.net/

Frequency SHifter?  PSIM?  Hmmmm...

It's only software, right?  :)

Mike

--- In SynthModules@yahoogroups.com, "mrboningen" <darkflame@h...> 
wrote:
> Dear all, 
> 
> Sorry for the cross posting. My name is Gregg and I am a fan of 
> frequency shifters (even though I have only tried d*g*t*l versions 
so 
> far). I was recently very impressed with the price, specs and demos 
> of the new Encore Electronics frequency shifter available here: 
> 
> http://www.encoreelectronics.com/ 
> 
> The only problem is I use Frac Rack compatible modules (Blacet, 
Wiard 
> 1200, and Synthmodules.com). Whilst the power supply wouldn't be a 
> problem, mounting it would. I would very much like to see a good 
> frequency shifter in Frac Rack format, as there are currently none 
> availble (unless you want to get into diy and build or mod your 
own, 
> which i don't have the skills to do). 
> 
> Therefore I decided to contact Tony at Encore and see if he would 
be 
> willing to produce it in Frac Rack format, here is what he said: 
> 
> "The problem is the Frac Rack is much shorter than MOTM and would 
> require a 
> completely different layout. Basically it would require a 
completely 
> new 
> physical redesign. I would do it if I could have 40 people pre-pay 
a 
> deposit 
> for it. If you could drum up that many people, let me know... 
> 
> Regards, 
> Tony" 
> 
> So, what say you? Would you be willing to pre-pay a deposit for 
one? 
> I know I would. At the moment I don't know what kind of response 
this 
> will get, or how much the unit would cost if it really happens, 
> although I am assuming it would be a similar price to the MOTM 
format 

> one which is currently available. 
> 
> If you would be interested then I would like to know! I will start 
> collecting names, and if we can get to 40, then I can get back to 
> Tony with the good news! Please let me know on list, or off: 
> 
> darkflameREMOVETHIS@A... 
> 
> Looking forward to hearing from you, 
> 
> Gregg Janman. 
> 
> http://www.hermetech.net/

No way. (Right? ;-)
--
john


----- Original Message ----- 

From: "Mike Marsh" <mmarsh@websense.com>
> 
> Frequency SHifter?  PSIM?  Hmmmm...
> 
> It's only software, right?  :)
> 
> Mike

john mahoney (10:23 AM 2/25/2004) wrote:

 >----- Original Message -----
 >From: "Mike Marsh" <mmarsh@websense.com>
 >>
 >> Frequency SHifter?  PSIM?  Hmmmm...
 >>
 >> It's only software, right?  :)
 >
 >No way. (Right? ;-)

I wouldn't think so... There's an awful lot of math on large chunks of data 
to pull off frequency shifting _well_. That's the land of DSP's, not 
smallish linear processors like the PSIM is built around.

Mark

Yeah, maybe not well.  But at 10KHz something could be done.  And who 
knows?  It might sound cool...

--- In SynthModules@yahoogroups.com, Mark Pulver <mark@m...> wrote:
> john mahoney (10:23 AM 2/25/2004) wrote:
> 
>  >----- Original Message -----
>  >From: "Mike Marsh" <mmarsh@w...>
>  >>
>  >> Frequency SHifter?  PSIM?  Hmmmm...
>  >>
>  >> It's only software, right?  :)
>  >
>  >No way. (Right? ;-)
> 
> I wouldn't think so... There's an awful lot of math on large chunks 
of data 
> to pull off frequency shifting _well_. That's the land of DSP's, 
not 

> smallish linear processors like the PSIM is built around.
> 
> Mark

Hello everyone.  I just uploaded the schematic and code for using the PSIM-1
as a programmable CV to MIDI converter to the SynthModules group.
http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/SynthModules/

Additional details regarding ordering the PSIM-1 can be found on the
SynthModules Web site at:
http://www.SynthModules.com

I am currently accepting orders for the PSIM-1.  If you want CV to MIDI...
this is a fun way to do it!

Best regards,

Brice D. Hornback
http://www.SynthModules.com

Brice D. Hornback (03:01 PM 2/25/2004) wrote:

 >Hello everyone.  I just uploaded the schematic and code for using the PSIM-1
 >as a programmable CV to MIDI converter to the SynthModules group.
 >http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/SynthModules/

YEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!

:) I'm so glad I decided to invest in this module!


Mark

I do plan on offering a MIDI interface module add-on for those who can't or
don't want to mess with a DIY project.  The matching PSIM MIDI panel itself
will cost more than the sum of its parts... but I'll make it as reasonable
as I can.  Anyway...

Enjoy it and HAVE FUN!

- Brice
http://www.SynthModules.com

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mark Pulver" <mark@midiwall.com>
To: <SynthModules@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 25, 2004 6:59 PM
Subject: Re: [SynthModules] PSIM-1 CV to MIDI


> Brice D. Hornback (03:01 PM 2/25/2004) wrote:
>
>  >Hello everyone.  I just uploaded the schematic and code for using the
PSIM-1

>  >as a programmable CV to MIDI converter to the SynthModules group.
>  >http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/SynthModules/
>
> YEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!
>
> :) I'm so glad I decided to invest in this module!
>
>
> Mark
>
>
>
> Be sure to check out the primary Web site at:
> http://www.SynthModules.com
>
> Yahoo! Groups Links
>
>
>
>
>

Hello everyone.  I've heard from a few of you that you are holding off
ordering a PSIM-1 until it is available in MOTM format.  Well... the more
orders I have now allows me to keep the costs down by ordering everything in
greater quantities.  Everyone benefits.  If you were to wait until the
panels are available (last I heard... some time in June at the earliest)...
I would be doing a small batch and the cost would be much higher than it is
now.  I am trying to keep costs down to save you money.  So... this is what
I've decided to do...

I will offer a built and tested PSIM-1 minus the panel, jacks, switches, and
wiring.  I've been working with Larry Hendry to provide the MOTM panels for
the PSIM-1.  The Stooge MOTM panel will include the pre-cutout hole for the
DB-9 serial connector so you won't have to worry about that.  Larry will
handle all sales and shipping of the MOTM format panels.  I will not be
providing a complete MOTM format PSIM-1 module now, or in the future.

I've added a new link on the PSIM-1 ordering page for the "Partial PSIM-1".
http://www.synthmodules.com/psim-1-order.htm

Thank you all for your interest and orders.

Best regards,

Brice D. Hornback
http://www.SynthModules.com

> --- "Brice D. Hornback" <synthmodules@synthmodules.com> wrote:
> I will offer a built and tested PSIM-1 minus the panel, jacks,
> switches, and wiring.  I've been working with Larry Hendry to
> provide the MOTM panels for the PSIM-1.  The Stooge MOTM panel will
> include the pre-cutout hole for the DB-9 serial connector so you
> won't have to worry about that.  Larry will handle all sales and
> shipping of the MOTM format panels.  I will not be providing a
> complete MOTM format PSIM-1 module now, or in the future.

From: J. Larry Hendry <jlarryh@iquest.net>
OK, I know some of you are ordering PSIM-1 modules without front
panels / jacks / controls.  We intend to make Stooge panels for
these.  It is our intention to provide the panel with the DB-9
connector cut out before the panel is even painted.  All other holes
are round and can be either drilled by the end user or by
professional Stooge drillers ("professional Stooge" - Is that an
oxy-moron?)

I am attaching links to some proposed panels for your consideration. 
This is not so much as list to pick from, but rather a collection of
panels Dave suggested, some modifications I threw together, and those
submitted by those wanting to buy the panel.  The idea is to generate
discussion (off list responses to Dave and I please), about what you
would like to see in a front panel.

Here are some issues to realize and think about:
1. The LEDs are on a PCB.  The spacing and arrangement is fixed.
Orientation is not.  PCB is 0.5" x 2.5" with LEDs on a 0.3" center
spacing grid.
2. The DB9 is on the right side of the PCB.  The PCB extends 2.5 wide
from one edge of the DB9.  That must be taken into account in the
panel layout. 
3. Some of the panel designs feature 4 pots.  These are simply CV
sources normally connected to the 4 inputs which would be
disconnected if a plug was inserted into the CV input.  Of course, it
would be simple enough for those interested to build summing amps on
a separate PCB allow both panel CV and incoming CV to be summed.  I
have no plans, but offer this as a DIY alternative for those
interested in having the controls on the panel.  You will notice to
accomplish that task. UEG size control are needed.

An alternative to the controls on the panel, is to simply have a
separate 1U panel with standard MOTM size controls with 4 pots and 4
jacks (same layout as 800 EG).  This panel would be 4 CV sources you
could use for your PSIM-1 or something else. That makes a lot of
sense since some people will want controls and others will not. And,
after some use, we may find the need to create a more versatile
PSIM-1 control interface panel.  Who knows?

Here are the initial ideas that have been generated:
http://www.wiseguysynth.com/larry/psim/psim-1.gif
http://www.wiseguysynth.com/larry/psim/psim-2.gif
http://www.wiseguysynth.com/larry/psim/psim-3.gif
http://www.wiseguysynth.com/larry/psim/psim-4.gif
http://www.wiseguysynth.com/larry/psim/psim-5.gif
http://www.wiseguysynth.com/larry/psim/psim-6.gif
http://www.wiseguysynth.com/larry/psim/psim-7.gif
http://www.wiseguysynth.com/larry/psim/psim-br.jpg

So, tell me what you think.  Be sure to copy that other Stooge. :)
Larry



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Hello.  I just wanted to let everyone know that SynthModules now carries the
SpeakJet chips.

The SpeakJet is a completely self-contained, single-chip voice and complex
sound synthesizer designed for multiple applications from commercial
products to hobby projects. The SpeakJet uses a mathematical sound algorithm
to control an internal 5 channel sound synthesizer to generate "on- the-fly"
unlimited-vocabulary speech synthesis and complex sound generation. The
SpeakJet is programmed with 72 speech sound elements called allophones, 43
predefined sound effects and 12 DTMF touch Tones. Through the selection of
these sounds and in combination with the control of the Pitch, Rate, Bend
and Volume parameters, the user has the ability to produce unlimited phrases
and sound effect with thousands of variations at any time. The SpeakJet can
be controlled simultaneously by voltage changes on any one of its 8 input
lines and by a single serial output line from a CPU such as the SynthModules
PSIM-1 allowing for both CPU-controlled and stand-alone operations.

Other features include an internal 64 byte input buffer, internal
programmable EEPROM, 3 programmable outputs and direct user access to the
internal 5 channel sound synthesizer.

All of this in an 18-pin DIP package!  Only a few external parts are
required to make this thing work.  Check out more information including
schematics, software, and MP3 samples:

http://www.SynthModules.com

We are also currently working on a module based on the SpeakJet chip... but
for the DIY folks... this can't be beat!

Best regards,
Brice