Re: [xpantastic] Re: Chaining multiple Xpanders
2011-06-28 by PeWe
Right ! You cannot spill over voices w/ the Xpander/Matrix-12 Matrix -1000 can ... Right ! You cannot spill over voices w/ the Xpander/Matrix-12 Matrix -1000
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Re: [xpantastic] Re: Chaining multiple Xpanders
2011-06-28 by Tony Cappellini
... I seriously doubt it. You d have to modify the firmware to do that, and chances are the CPU s are already maxed out. You can already hear the CPU s lagging
Re: [xpantastic] Chaining multiple Xpanders
2011-06-28 by PeWe
easiest way,- own 2 or 3 Xpanders and a Oberheim XK ... But you can do that over midi w/ every MIDI controller transmitting MIDI via 3 zones on 3 MIDI channels
Re: Chaining multiple Xpanders
2011-06-28 by tyrosine
... Thanks, but I want to actually play the instrument with more than six voices for writing music, not just for sequencing. ... Perhaps... but as Jeremy
Re: [xpantastic] Chaining multiple Xpanders
2011-06-28 by Tony Cappellini
When the buttons/knobs are changed on the front panel, all of this info is echoed over midi. But the cmds use sysex, which is slow. If you connect the midi out
Re: Chaining multiple Xpanders
2011-06-28 by Epoxy2600
I know you say short of hunting down a Matrix-12 , but honestly if you can live without the CV jacks, the M12 is the way to go if you want extra voices. The
Re: [xpantastic] Chaining multiple Xpanders
2011-06-28 by Jeremy Smith BSc (Hons)
... I think a Matrix-12 only has 2 outputs, so don t get that instead of 2 Xpanders! ... I guess just copy the tracks in your sequencer and use more than 1 USB
Chaining multiple Xpanders
2011-06-28 by tyrosine
I recently got an Xpander, and although it s incredibly deep, six voices isn t much to play with. Is there a way to pair up two Xpanders (short of hunting down
Re: [xpantastic] M12 and Xpander ipad editing app
2011-03-06 by Tony Cappellini
Thanks Karl. This would be madness on an iPod, but would be great for an iPad.
M12 and Xpander ipad editing app
2011-03-05 by Karl Schmeer
Hi All, This is sure tempting to me. Look to the left to find the different synths. http://www.icontrolmididesign.com/ Best Karl Schmeer
Re: Xpander PSU humming
2011-02-22 by stardent2000
cool idea I ll try it. Like I say its no big deal just that my xpander is right next to me and I can hear it through my headphones...
Re: Xpander PSU humming
2011-02-21 by baumont987
Hi, Same issue, I put a piece of Styrofoam between the transformer and the chassis, this reduced the noise significantly. Greg
Re: [xpantastic] Re: Xpander PSU humming
2011-02-20 by PeWe
I have it since I buyed it new when it came out. It´s not in the audio path. So what ? A custom built toroidal transformer helps if you want to make that
Re: Xpander PSU humming
2011-02-20 by stardent2000
Hi yes I have the same issue. Not too bothersome but it seems to get louder over time...No biggy just a little annoying. Nick
Xpander PSU humming
2011-02-19 by Mattias Cedergren
Hi. I ve an Xpander that works good, but there is some humming noise from the PSU. A little research on the net revealed that this is quite common to the
Re: Re : [xpantastic] Matrix 12 not booting up
2011-02-17 by John Pallister
On Wed, Feb 16, 2011 at 6:33 PM, Tony Cappellini ... Another good way to find components is octopart.com:
Re: Re : [xpantastic] Matrix 12 not booting up
2011-02-17 by synthparts
... I have both in stock at the moment the way. :) Doug, synthparts.com
[xpantastic] Matrix 12 not booting-PROGRESS!!! "Processor 1 malfunction"
2011-02-17 by r_j_d_2.phila
hello all, thanks so much for your help. so i disconnected the rear harness of the TOP voice board that connects to the main processor board, and the machine
Re: Re : [xpantastic] Matrix 12 not booting up
2011-02-16 by Tony Cappellini
... I don t remember what the B indicates, but the trailing P indicates Plastic packaging ( I think) ... I m not 100% sure about that. Better refer to a
Re: Re : [xpantastic] Matrix 12 not booting up
2011-02-16 by r_j_d_2.phila
Thanks so much Tony! so the M12 processors number is HD68B09P. assume thats a 6809, NOT 6809E? that jameco link, its a drop-in replacement for all 3
Re: Re : [xpantastic] Matrix 12 not booting up
2011-02-16 by PeWe
Well, that´s news !!! thx for info ... Well, thats news !!! thx for info ... Xpandr/Matrix-12. There are 3 in the Matrix 12, because it has 2 voice boards +
Re: Re : [xpantastic] Matrix 12 not booting up
2011-02-16 by Tony Cappellini
... There are 3 in the Matrix 12, because it has 2 voice boards + the main board. ... I don t remember if the 6809 in the Xpander/Matrix is the 6809 or 6809E
Re: Re : [xpantastic] Matrix 12 not booting up
2011-02-16 by PeWe
There are 2 processors in the Xpandr/Matrix-12. If one of these fails and you need a replacement,- your only chance is to buy a Matrix-1000 used. Is the same
Re: Re : [xpantastic] Matrix 12 not booting up
2011-02-16 by r_j_d_2.phila
the voltage SHOULD be +55vdc(+/-4v, according to SM); it reads 60.2. also, last night, i removed and reseated the 4053 and two tl081 s on the voice
Re: Re : [xpantastic] Matrix 12 not booting up
2011-02-16 by envia94
I have not measured the voltage in my unit, but if it should be 60.2V, then 55V is absolutely too low to be correct at least. If the specs would say 60V
Re: Re : [xpantastic] Matrix 12 not booting up
2011-02-16 by Karl Schmeer
Hi EP has good advice about your problem. Also, It sounds to me like your M12 stuck in start-up. This points to the main processor board. I would start by
Re: Re : [xpantastic] Matrix 12 not booting up
2011-02-15 by r_j_d_2.phila
thanks for that, ill try it. ill check the 6809. does 60.2vdc sound close enough for the 55vdc? all the other voltages read properly.
Re : [xpantastic] Matrix 12 not booting up
2011-02-15 by E P
Hi, The 9V AC is used only for the filaments of the tubes and is not regulated. So, it possible that you have a probleme with one of the display. Disconnect
Matrix 12 not booting up
2011-02-15 by r_j_d_2.phila
Hi all, im hoping someone might have some ideas/leads for me. upon turning on, my M12 is not producing sound, most red LED s are solid on, and the displays are
Re: [xpantastic] Replacement Encoders Found!
2011-01-27 by WT
... From: James R. Coplin To: Sent: Thursday, January 27, 2011 4:37 AM Subject: [xpantastic] Replacement
Re: [xpantastic] Replacement Encoders Found!
2011-01-27 by Vco3
HI I missed the original email about where to get the encoders.. could someone please forward it to me? thanks analog-jeff ... From: WT
Re: [xpantastic] Replacement Encoders Found!
2011-01-27 by WT
They can also be ordered from Farnell but they´ll ship from the US and cost more. WT ... From: John Pallister To:
Re: [xpantastic] Replacement Encoders Found!
2011-01-27 by John Pallister
Hi James, That is indeed excellent news. Thanks for the detailed write-up. I happen to have an incomplete Mouser order open in my browser, so I have chucked a
Replacement Encoders Found!
2011-01-27 by James R. Coplin
Rejoice! Rejoice! Rejoice! I have found an extremely suitable encoder for replacing cranky/dead ones on the Xpander. They are relatively new from Bourns. The
CEM3374, CEM3372, CEM3340 etc. chips available at eBay!
2011-01-22 by envia94
http://shop.ebay.com/synth-parts/m.html
New file uploaded to xpantastic
2010-11-28 by xpantastic@yahoogroups.com
Hello, This email message is a notification to let you know that a file has been uploaded to the Files area of the xpantastic group. File : /Patch
Re: Re : [xpantastic] CEM3374 VCO and CEM3372 VCF/VCA chips available
2010-11-04 by synthparts
Hi, I have a few more of these chips in stock now. Thanks, Doug synthparts.com
Re: Remote control of the xpander
2010-10-18 by stardent2000
Wow thanks for your reply. I ll look into that, meanwhile this may also help me... http://www.cykong.com/CubaseSX/SXpanels-Tips4.htm Nick
Re: Remote control of the xpander
2010-10-17 by baumont987
1) The easy way: Use Pedal 1 or 2 as modulation sources: Go to Master Page/Midi/Ctrl and assign a control change number to Pedal 1 or Pedal 2. In your tone,
Re: [xpantastic] Re: Remote control of the xpander
2010-10-16 by Mel Steinberg
There s a remote control program on this page for the Peavey 1600/1600X MIDI controller Xpander, and Resonance IS one of the assignments, so it seems to be
Re: Remote control of the xpander
2010-10-16 by envia94
Take a look at the Xpander MIDI Specs and Programming at http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/xpantastic/files/Documents/ Maybe somebody could give you a more
Remote control of the xpander
2010-10-15 by stardent2000
Hello I m new to the xpander (and synthesizers in general) and was wondering if someone could help with a little advice. I have an evolution mks-149 that has
Re: [xpantastic] Re: obtaining polyphonic pressure response in Multi mode
2010-10-04 by PeWe
Eventually a question for the Kurzweil forum @ Sonicmatter http://community.sonikmatter.com/forums/ Sorry, I can´t help,- no poly AT keyboard available here.
Re: obtaining polyphonic pressure response in Multi mode
2010-09-25 by r_j_d_2.phila
wow, this is wierd. i JUST came here to ask the same thing. well, technically, on a matrix 12, but yea..... so any ideas? i am told that the midiboard can be
obtaining polyphonic pressure response in Multi mode
2010-09-24 by Wayne Griffin
I should know this off the top of my head but anyways... How could we configure the Xpander to respond to polyphonic pressure signals from a Kurzweil
Re: [xpantastic] Re: Xpander Sound Comparison Experiment
2010-09-11 by Tony Cappellini
... The original idea was to upload the patch, audio file and a txt file together. These files should either be zipped and put into a new directory ... Patch
Re: [xpantastic] Re: Xpander Sound Comparison Experiment
2010-09-11 by Jeremy Smith BSc (Hons)
... I vote for Syncom8 from Factory bank 1. Cheers, Jeremy.
Re: [xpantastic] Re: Xpander Sound Comparison Experiment
2010-09-11 by Tony Cappellini
Which patch goes with the MP3?????????????????????
Re: Xpander Sound Comparison Experiment
2010-09-11 by envia94
Here you are: http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/xpantastic/files/Patch%20Banks/ But, ofcourse, we d need both the patch AND mp3 for the comparison!
Getting patches from SYX file into Xpander
2010-09-10 by Jeremy Smith BSc (Hons)
Hi folks, I ve been trying and trying to get a SYX patch (Syncom8 from Factory bank 1) into my Xpander. What ENABLES are needed on the MIDI page? Thanks,