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Review: Royksopp declared their 2014 album The Inevitable End to be the last time they would release a traditional album, and after eight years they lived up to that promise this year with a new audio-visual approach titled Profound Mysteries. The first instalment appeared in April, while the second volume landed in late summer, and now coinciding with the appropriately epic conclusion to the series, the true believers can cop the entire collection as a six-LP box set which comes embellished with a 32-page booklet designed by Jonathan Zawada, featuring every part of the series and encased in a die-cut rigid slipcase. If you're a Royksopp devotee, this is the definitive edition you need in your life.

Review: We've been treated to reissues of everything else from PJ Harvey's spectacular catalogue, so it's only right we get a chance to savour the deeper cuts that shape out the persona of the high priestess of alternative rock. Gathering together an exhaustive 59 B sides, demos and previously unreleased tracks, this six-LP box set takes us into the heart of Polly Jean's writing process, showing the raw power in the songwriting when it's just her voice and an overdriven guitar, and showing us the broader possibilities of songs which didn't make the cut for the studio albums. This is a true treasure of music getting the authoritative release she deserves.

Notes: There are many analogue lovers with record collections that include mono albums. Grado strive to have products that will fit all the needs of the analogue enthusiast. So now, Grado offers two new cartridge models in a mono version. The MC+ and the ME+ are mounted with an elliciptical diamond. The ME+ uses one of GRADO's upgraded generating systems. All wooden body cartridges are available in mono version. This will make your records quieter and enhance the musical pleasure of these recordings.

Frequency Response: 10-55,000 Hz
Principal: MI
Input Load: 47K
Output at 1KHz 5CM/sec.: 5mV
Recommended Tracking Force: 1.5
Stylus Type: E
Inductance: 45mH
Resistance: 475
Stylus Replacement: U
Mounting: S/P
Weight: 5.5

Notes: DJ SERIES

NUDE Tip is used for this product:

The entire tip of a NUDE Stylus is composed of diamond, as opposed to bonded tips.

The tip angle and round shape are identical to those of a standard bonded tip, while the diameter size is similar in comparison to the SAS series.

Additional information

Manufacturer: STANTON
Cantilever : Aluminium
Cartridge number: 680EL2, 681EL
Colour: WHITE
Tip: NUDE Conical Stylus
Tracking Force: 4.0 g
Type: Induced Magnet (IM)

Notes: The Mini PEG is a clock-synced envelope generator and LFO whose envelope times are set by the time between clock pulses or "pings". The Mini PEG is the latest version of the classic 4ms Pingable Envelope Generator.

Specs

Mini PEG
8HP Eurorack format module
0.95" (24mm) maximum depth (includes power cable)
16-pin Eurorack power header

Power consumption
+12V: 55mA
-12V: 30mA

Envelope Outputs
Maximum voltage range (ENV OUT): -9.4V to +9.4V
Maximum amplitude (ENV OUT): 9.5Vpp
Voltage range (5V OUT): 0V to +5V

Frequency range: +/-0.1dB DC to 1kHz, -1.0dB@2.5kHz, -2.0dB@4kHz
12-bit, 40kHz sample rate
Clock Range

Period range: 29.16 hours to 250us (4kHz)
CV Inputs (Div/Mult and Shape)

Voltage range: -5V to +5V
Gate Inputs (Ping, Trigger, Cycle)
Rising edge threshold: 2.5V

Notes: Super-versatile dual digital delay in this all-round echo powerhouse. Analog, Tape, Digital, Modulation Delay and Verb modes give you all the options you need, plus a 40-second looper function for good measure.

Supplier's Notes:
Duo Time is a digital delay pedal with dual simultaneous delays, each with independent time and repeat settings. A choice of five very different sounding delay models include Analog, Tape, Digital, Modulation Delay and a unique shimmering Verb delay. A choice of fully independent stereo or mono signal paths are possible, with an option to process a mono input to separate stereo outputs with different delay settings. Controlled via an on/off foot switch and a Tap Tempo foot switch, which also functions as a toggle for the OLED display when held. Add to this versatility a full 40 second looper function and you may never need another delay pedal in your rig except this one.

Specifications:

Power supply: 9Vdc, 300mA (min) pin-negative (not included)
Controls: Level, Model, Parameter, Time 1+2, Repeat 1+2
Modes: Analog, Tape, Digital, Modulation, Verb
Delay time (seconds): Up to 1.8 seconds
Dimensions: 115 x 105 x 58mm
Weight: 440g

The box for this item contains :

Duo Time dual delay modeler pedal
Instruction manual

Notes: Full-blooded distortion - Pit Viper is a solid state overdrive for hard-boiled musicians. The circuit can generate clean, beefy signal boosts. However, its true strengths lie in aggressively screaming distortions with a tangible character.

Pit Viper comes equipped with the following control elements:

- Toxicity: Gain potentiometer - Please turn up for heavy distortion.
- Hiss: Tone knob - Turn clockwise to cut the treble.
- Venom: Volume potentiometer
- Fear: Three-stage soft clipping switch - Activates normal soft clipping or a more tube-like version with less treble.
- Malice: Three-stage hard clipping switch - Activates beefy hard clipping or a spongier version with less treble.
- Blend: Dry / Wet potentiometer
- Bite: CV input plus attenuator to cut the high frequency range. Without a cable plugged in, the knob can be used for adjusting the treble manually.
- Saturation: CV input plus attenuator and on/off switch to influence gain and saturation.
- Filter: CV input plus attenuator and on/off switch to control the Viper's VCF circuit.

Via a jumper on the circuit board, users can choose between several filter types:

- Passive clipped low pass
- Unbuffered high pass
- Buffered high pass
- Buffered low pass

Furthermore, there is a trim potentiometer on the circuit board, which can be used to adjust the gain.

PLEASE NOTE: Any scratches on the front panel are part of the Pit Viper's design.

Notes: Sine is a harmonically pure VCO with two distinct outputs.

The primary output contains a perfect sine wave with a wide frequency range and pristine volt per octave tracking. The Sub output features two sine tones that can be blended together to achieve a mix of one octave below, or a fifth above the primary output's frequency.

In addition, both outputs have an internal wavefolder that adds harmonic content to the signal allowing for spectrally complex tones within a single module. Keep your tones pure (or not!) with Sine.

Notes: Terci Ruina combines three classic distortions in 4 hp. Distortions are reinterpreted in classic NE style and routed through each other for complete sonic annihilation of any sound. Patch in and out anywhere in the signal chain to pick the best sound for your purpose (because modular). Looking for a pretty distortion? This is probably not your module. Unapologetically gross and dirty.

Review: Brum As Fuck is a massive compilation of techno bits from the legendary House Of God label, which is now celebrating its 30th anniversary. The comp contains tunes from some of the most influential and respected names in the niche 'Birmingham sound' enclave of techno, namely Surgeon, Regis, Makaton, Paul Damage, Jerome Hill, Neil Landstrumm and more. Classic HOG anthems sit side-by-side with unreleased gems, showing off the colossal sublimity of a grating yet riveting sound. The coyly named Lentil Hugger Edition is a limited and eco-friendly version of the set, featuring six vinyl records in repurposed boxes from other releases, and of course decorated with HOG stickers.

Review: After their first round was such a success, Gary Crowley and Jim Lahat have been tasked with pulling together another essential collection of punk and new wave from the 70s and 80s, and you can rest assured they've done it again. There are some major, familiar names here like The Clash, The Slits and Ramones, but there's also a hell of a lot of rare delights from the likes of The Limit, The Art Attacks and The Newtown Neurotics. Musically, there's plenty of range too from spiky three-chord pub rock and punk through to Linton Kewsi Johnson and Dennis Bovell's crossover dub as Poet & The Roots. That's just a tiny overview of this mammoth six-disc set, which takes you deep into the heart of a vital, thrilling period in alternative music.

Notes: SPICE VCF is a 3 state (LP, BP, HP) Voltage Controlled Filter based on the SEM filter.

1 input and 3 individual outputs for High Pass, Band Pass and Low Pass.

CV inputs for Cutoff and Resonance.

Resonance system based on the SEM VCF one. It's capable of A controlled super round and nice resonance. With a bit of modulation this unit will make to talk your sawtooth wave.

The XMOD potentiometer sends the BP output the CV Cutoff input adding some distortion and a variety of resonance effects to the processed sound.

Dimensions
6 HP
34 mm deep

Current Draw
15 mA +12V
12 mA -12V

Notes: Portable Analogue Audio Mixing with the Power of Bluetooth

The Alto Professional TrueMix 600 is a portable audio mixer with Bluetooth and a built-in stereo USB audio interface that delivers all the essential features you need for home recording, livestreaming, podcasting, or performing. The TrueMix 600 features a dedicated Bluetooth channel for easily streaming from your personal devices. The Bluetooth channel also supports feedback-free phone pairing by utilizing mix-minus technology, a feature that no other audio mixer series in this class supports. There are six analogue inputs with high-headroom circuitry for minimal noise and clipping in your signal. The Mic Input Channels offers XLR inputs that are great for connecting dynamic mics or condenser mics with 48v phantom power. These channels also have balanced 14" line inputs for connecting instruments and other line-level signals. There are also two Stereo Input Channels, each with dual balanced 14" TRS inputs. These inputs are perfect for your line level audio sources. All channels feature a two-band EQ with colour coded knobs that make it easy to dial in your perfect sound while operating in low-light situations. Connecting the TrueMix 600 to your computer is also lightning fast, with plug and play connectivity on Windows and macOS. The TrueMix 600 is a feature-packed compact audio mixer that's perfect for using on-the-go.

Robust Output Routing

Whether you're making music at home, recording a podcast, or livestreaming online, being able to hear yourself is essential. The TrueMix 600 features a variety of output and routing options to handle any scenario. There are two headphone outputs, each with their own independent volume control knob. If you need to send your audio signals to another destination like an external effects processor, there is an AUX send/return and individual AUX send controls on each individual channel so you can always dial in the perfect mix. For recording, the USB output sends a copy of the main outputs to your computer, or you can connect the 2-Track in/out to an external recorder which can also be sent directly to one of the headphone outputs. The TrueMix 600 delivers everything you need to take full control of your audio routing.

TrueMix 600 Features

USB I/O for audio playback and stereo recording
Dedicated Bluetooth channel with mix-minus return for feedback-free phone pairing
Dual headphone outputs with independent volume control
1/4" Main, Tape, Headphone, and AUX outputs
Two mic input channels with phantom power and balanced line inputs
Two stereo input channels with balanced 1/4" TRS jacks
Two-band EQ on all channels
2-track inputs w/ assignable routing: Main Mix or Headphone Out
Eight-segment LED VU meter for precise level monitoring

Technical Specifications

Frequency Response All inputs: 20 Hz - 22 kHz (+/-1 dB)
THD+N (Total Harmonic Distortion) All inputs: < 0.005% (@ 4 dBu, 1 kHz)

Gain Range:
Mic inputs (Channels 1-2): 0 - 50 dB
Line inputs (Channels 1-2): 15 dBu - 35 dBu
Line inputs (Channels 3-6): -20 dBu - +20 dBu

Max Voltage Gain:
70 dB (MIC INPUT to MAIN MIX OUTPUT)
80 dB (MIC INPUT to CTRL ROOM / PHONES OUPTUT)
60 dB (MIC INPUT to AUX SEND)

SNR (Signal-to-Noise ratio) All inputs: > 110 dBu

Crossover Frequency:
Adjacent inputs: < -80 dB @ 1 kHz
Inputs to outputs: < -75 dB @ 1 kHz (stereo L/R, Channels 1-2, panned hard left or right)

Phantom Power: +45 ~ +49V with switch control

Impedance
Mic inputs: 3.9 kO
All other inputs: > 10 kO
Aux outputs: 1 kO
All outputs: 120 O

Equalization
High: +/-15 dB @ 12 kHz
Low: +/-15 dB @ 80 Hz

Bluetooth
Profile: A2DP
Module: Bluetooth 5.0
Operating Frequency: 2402 MHz - 2480 MHz
Range: 100 ft. / 30.5 m

Connectors
(5) 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS outputs
(6) 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS stereo L/R inputs
(2) 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS headphone output
(2) 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS mono input
(1) Standard RCA L/R input
(1) Standard RCA L/R output
(2) XLR inputs
(1) USB type-B input
(1) DC power input

Controls
(1) Power switch
(10) volume control knobs (1 per input, 1 aux return, 1 2TK In, 2 headphone out, 1 Bluetooth, 1 Main Out)
(4) Stereo pan control knobs (1 per input)
(4) Aux volume control knobs (1 per input)
(4) EQ Low control knobs (1 per input)
(4) EQ Hi control knobs (1 per input)
(4) Gain control knobs (1 per input)
(3) Locking switch buttons (2 source select, 1 Bluetooth)
(1) Horizontal sliding switch

Indicators
(1) Power LED
(4) Peak LEDs
(1) Phantom LED
(16) Main Out Meter LEDs
(1) Bluetooth LED

Power
Connection: DC
Voltage: 18V, 1A
Consumption: 18W

Dimensions (width x depth x height) 8.9" x 8.5" x 2.9" / 225.5 x 217 x 74 mm
Weight 3.2 lbs. 1.4 kg

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box damaged, but product is in excellent condition and in perfect working order***


Inspired by the legendary Roland TB-303, the B1 is a bargain-priced analogue acid and bass synth, featuring a built-in sequencer plus saturation and delay effects to bring your sound to life. Incredible value.

Supplier's Notes:
Donner B1 Analogue Bass Synthesizer & Sequencer with VCF, Saturation and Delay Effects

In order to provide better use experience, Donner B1 analog bass synthesizer has made unprecedented innovation in the operation interface, provide simpler and more intuitive interface for all music lovers. And this innovation won the 2022 reddot design award.

Beginner-Friendly Synthesizer Interface

Donner have optimized the sequencer of this synthesizer to be easier and more intuitive to use. Easily edit your own sequences with 128 sequence presets covering a range of musical styles, and 128 user programmable presets.

Silicone Tactile Keyboard with Backlight

The Donner B1 sequencer features modern silicone keys with a color changing backlight, making them a joy to play. In addition to sequencing, you can also play your synth lines live with the keys.

Classic Deep Bass Tone With Saturation and Delay Effects

The B1 allows you to dial in classic deep bass tones such as, distortion and tape delay. It will give you the taste of being one of the famous EDMs, Hip-Hop DJs or producers.

Flexible and Versatile Music Studio at Your Fingertips

The B1 controller connects to your DAW via USB-MIDI for use as a MIDI keyboard, and the MIDI IN/OUT interface connects the B1 to your external MIDI devices for sequencing or as a MIDI controller.Connect external sound sources using the 1/8" audio input. The 1/4" TS mono Main Out carries the main output signal. The 1/8" headphone jack is perfect for monitoring your sound. The B1's audio I/O options have you covered.

The B1 controller & sequencer features all of the deep bass and acid synthesizer sounds of the classic synth, but brings it back in a more intuitive format. Our B-1 bass synth gives you the perfect combination of retro and new school cool.

Specifications

Number of Voices: Monophonic
Type: Analog
VCF: 1 low pass
Oscillators: 1
Size: 54×323×130mm - 0.62kg (1.37 lbs)
Control Knobs: SATURATION knob, DRIVE knob, TONE knob, DELAY knob, LEVEL knob, TIME knob, FEEDBACK knob
Control Buttons: UP and DOWN, TRANSPOSE, PATTERN, TEMPO/TAP, PLAY/STOP, CLEAR, WRITE, BAR, SIGNATURE, DOTTED
Power Input: DC input connector
Power Adaptor: 9VDC 500mA inner positive
MIDI IN/OUT: MIDI In & MIDI Out, 5-pin IN
USB (MIDI): USB 2.0, Type C
Outputs: Line output: 1/4' TRS
Headphones: 3.5mm TRS
Supported Operating Systems: Win 7 or higher / Mac OS X 10.6.8 or higher
Inputs & Outputs (TS 3.5mm): AUX in: maximum input +5 dBu, Sync in: More than 2.5V
Number of Voices: Monophonic
Type: Analogue
VCF: 1 low pass
Oscillators: 1
Size: 54×323×130mm 0.62kg (1.37 lbs)
Control Knobs: SATURATION knob, DRIVE knob, TONE knob, DELAY knob, LEVEL knob, TIME knob, FEEDBACK knob
Control Buttons: UP and DOWN, TRANSPOSE, PATTERN, TEMPO/TAP, PLAY/STOP, CLEAR, WRITE, BAR, SIGNATURE, DOTTED
Power Input: DC input connector
Power Adaptor 9VDC 500mA inner positive
MIDI IN/OUT: MIDI In & MIDI Out, 5-pin IN
USB (MIDI): USB 2.0, Type C
Outputs: Line output: 1/4' TRS
Headphones: 3.5mm TRS
Supported Operating Systems: Win 7 or higher / Mac OS X 10.6.8 or higher
Inputs & Outputs (TS 3.5mm): 3.5mm TRS

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, product in perfect working order***


Introducing the special edition Pod20 customized for ModBap Modular by 4ms, the Modbap20.

The Modbap20 Powered Eurorack Case can be your on-ramp to eurorack, a great option for a focused mini system, or a live control surface, or the perfect way to expand a larger system. The Modbap20 is 20HP in width, and 34mm deep with 4ms power bus boards. The included power brick and your favorite combination of up to 20HP modules are all you need to get started with your new mini system, control pod, performance pod, effects pod, or whatever you so desire.

Features

20HP wide, 34mm deep powered Eurorack case
power brick (included)
Available power: 0.7A (+12V), 0.28A (-12V), 0.2A (+5V)
Rugged anodized aluminum construction

Notes: Get Amped

Amps comprises two precision linear VCAs that have been carefully designed to offer a wealth of flexibility and additional functionality. The front panel controls and signal normals allow these two VCAs to also be configured to function as: line level boosters, crossfaders, ring modulators, mixers, and much more. They can also be chained together by way of an included cable to form larger, more complex systems.

Amps features cascaded CV inputs and cascaded mix outputs allowing it to be used in a number of versatile configurations. A boost switch enables you to amplify each VCA's input by either +6dB or +20dB i ideal for boosting low amplitude signals or pleasingly overdriving audio. The addition of a phase inversion switch for the second channel allows Amps to function as a ring modulator. The CV normalization, which can also be inverted and offset, also allows for VC-Crossfader functionality.

Features

Manual LEVEL slider per VCA i convenient when using the module as a mixer, or for biasing the signal for CV (such as when modulating the VCA with a bipolar LFO).
Dedicated CV attenuators with dual color LEDs for monitoring bipolar CV signals.
Linear response curve.
Input and CV normalling of VCA A to VCA B to allow a single source to feed and/or control both VCAs.
Output normalling of VCA A to VCA B to allow both VCAs to feed a single output.
Each VCA has a boost switch that can increase the output level by either +6dB or +20dB.
Phase Invert switch on VCA B allows for ring modulation capabilities.
CV Invert switch on both VCAs allows for crossfading one signal into another.
4-pin link connectors on the rear panel allow for multiple AMPS modules to be chained together to create a 4-channel mixer; 6-channel mixer; etc.

Dimensions
6 HP
36 mm deep

Current Draw
40 mA +12V
46 mA -12V

Notes: Shapes is a wide ranging and fully analogue oscillator which can perform duties as both auxilliary VCO* as well as VC-LFO. Shapes can be configured to cycle continuously, or to provide one-shot shaped outputs. When set to one-shot mode, Shapes may be used as an ersatz envelope generator.

Using the Time knob, Shapes can cycle from as low as 8 seconds (whale song) to as high as 19500Hz (bat beeps).

Shapes has 3 simultaneous outputs:

sawtooth (+/-5V, 10Vpp)
ramp (+/-5V, 10Vpp)
triangle (+/-5V, 10Vpp)
Additional waveforms may be derived courtesy of the Shape knob. Anticlockwise from 0 achieves progressively logarithmic sawtooths and ramps, whereas clockwise from 0 achieves progressively exponential sawtooths and ramps. The effect of the Shape knob on the triangle waveform is asymmetric, anticlockwise from 0 achieves progressively logarithmic leading edge, whereas clockwise from 0 achieves progressively exponential falling edge. Progressively exponential triangle waveforms can be achieved using the Time CV knob (set Shape knob to 0) providing there is no jack in the Time CV input socket

Time CV input provides wide ranging control of time. It is possible to dial in something approaching 1V/oct over a limited range, although Shapes has not been designed to perform as an accurately tracking VCO. In the audio range, Shapes comes into its own when used as a 'daughter' VCO to an external 'mother' VCO by patching the 'mother' VCO into Shapes' Gate In input socket - some impressive oscillator sync style effects can be achieved.

Gate In can also be used to initiate waveforms in one-shot mode, where a pulse of any length will cause Shapes to complete one cycle.

*Shapes has not been designed to perform as an accurately tracking audio VCO.

Product Specifications

12V draw: 15mA
5V draw: 0mA
-12V draw: 15mA
Depth: 45mm
Width: 4HP