Tag: Haken Continuum

SpringSound Physical Modeling Synthesizer For iOS

Anckorage Spring has introduced SpringSound, a new physical-modeling synthesizer for iOS. SpringSound produces sounds by simulating interactions and vibrations of a set of activators, and masses connected to springs. The model offers detailed control of an array of features including: gravity bouncing fluid and static friction, mechanical limits, non-linear functions, and more. It can be used… Read More SpringSound Physical Modeling Synthesizer For iOS

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New Physical Modeling Synth For iOS, Anckorage Spring

Reader Christophe Duquesne has released Anckorage Spring  –  a new physical modeling synth for IOS (iPhone,iPad and iPod). Anckorage Spring is based on “the simulation of a set of connected mass- spring, integrating non-linearities, fluid and static friction, mechanical limits, gravity and bouncing.” It is designed to be controlled by a continuous controller (like the Haken Continuum)… Read More New Physical Modeling Synth For iOS, Anckorage Spring

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Richard Lainhart, 1953-2011

Richard Lainhart, a pioneer of modern modular synthesis,  died Dec 30th, 2011, from a post-operational infection. Lainhart had a classical education in composition and electronic music and created works in both audio and visual media. He was an advernturous synthesist, often performing with a Buchla 200e modular synthesizer and Haken Continuum controller. Lainhart’s wive, Caroline Meyers,… Read More Richard Lainhart, 1953-2011

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Hendrix vs Rachmaninoff

Sunday Synth Jam: Reader Rob Schwimmer performs his take on Rachmaninoff’s Etude Tableau in Ebm op39 #5, on the Haken Continuum Keyboard. Schwimmer says that “I’ve always loved the great guitarists of the 60’s–Hendrix, Beck, Clapton, Feiten, etc. As a keyboard player I envied their expressive options–vibrato, note bending, sustain, etc.” I’m not sure if the Hendrix… Read More Hendrix vs Rachmaninoff

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