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Immersed into the “electronic” scene in 1987 with heavy influences from Industrial music, 80’s New Wave, and early Hip Hop, Unit: E became a prominent figure in the underground and club scene of Hawaii. From the Full Moon Gatherings and “Techno Tuesdays” of ’99 to headlining the Hawaii Electronic Music Festival and Earthdance today, Unit: E has participated in countless events across Hawaii and the West Coast US.
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Alpha Base & MC 707 - Second Date w/ Chaperone TR-8S
Hey everyone. I wanted to explain a bit about this for anyone curious enough.
All rhythm is coming from the JoMoX Alpha Base, as well as the chord stabs at the end of every even measure in the beginning.
The synth pad and accompanying synth pluck, and bassline are sequenced from the 707.
The synth audio is through MC-707 Mix Out.
The bassline audio is side-chained by being fed into the TR8S ext input and out of it's Mix Output.
This Second Date came together after the First Date
https://youtu.be/lZChmntcgRM?si=hEg0__vnKL8DfOfL
and after some thoughts while listening back to it today.
I plan to add more percussion from the TR-8S and Alpha Base and some vocal samples from the SP-404 mk2. I think I might even feed the Alpha Base into the SP-404....hmmmm?
If you want to pick up a Roland TR-8S, MC-707 SP-404 mk2, JoMoX Alpha Base, or any new gear for your space, I recommend heading over to @PerfectCircuit for some of the best deals. Use the link below to let them know I sent you there. Purchase any device in the Roland Aira / Synth line with the link below and get a free personal lesson from me!
https://link.perfectcircuit.com/t/v1/2-466575-305892-9759
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Alpha Base & MC-707 First Date
My first hour with the JoMoX Alpha Base. I decided to pair it up with the Roland MC-707 and utilize a couple clips I was playing with. -
Roland MC-707 Tutorial - Wave Scanning with the Mod Matrix
Welcome to my in-depth tutorial on the Roland MC-707, focusing on the advanced technique of wave scanning using the mod matrix.
In this video, we'll guide you through the process of wave scanning, a powerful method for creating evolving textures and tones, by skillfully manipulating the MC-707's modulation matrix.
Whether you're a seasoned producer or new to the world of grooveboxes, this tutorial will unlock new creative possibilities, showing you step-by-step how to navigate the interface and assign modulation sources and destinations.
Get ready to elevate your sound design skills and add unique, dynamic layers to your music with the @rolandglobal MC-707.
Here is the link to download the 2 clips mentioned in the video. I also added the 2 Tones that were demonstrated in the video as clips as well.
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/7i3cnukcf0kx5a2qpp02h/h?rlkey=r6f6rfaqvv97fv82icdyxbsp9&dl=0
Put these clip files in the TONE folder inside of the CLIP folder found in the GROOVEBOX folder of your SD card. If there isn't a Clip or Tone folder present on the SD Card, Create a CLIP folder in the GROOVEBOX folder. Then inside the CLIP folder, create a TONE folder. This is where the Tone clips will be held. If you are sharing clips of Drum Tracks, be sure to make a DRUM folder in the CLIP folder. If you are unsure of this procedure, check out the beginning of the video linked below.
They contain Init Tones with the partials split between velocity ranges. The first has no fade between ranges, creating abrupt changes when cycling through the partials. the second file has fade applied to the ranges, creating smoother transitions between partials.
Use these clips on the 101 or 707 by simply loading the clip to an empty slot on a tone track. Then, activate and choose a waveform for each oscillator in the Shift+Sound edit menu.
Partial velocity ranges are as follows:
PMT 1: 1-31
PMT 2: 32-63
PMT 3: 64-95
PMT 4: 96-127
If you want to pick up a Roland MC-707 or any new gear for your space, I recommend heading over to @PerfectCircuit for some of the best deals. Use the link below to let them know I sent you there. Purchase any device in the Roland Aira / Synth line with the link below and get a free personal lesson from me!
https://link.perfectcircuit.com/t/v1/2-466575-305892-9759 -
Virgo Chill - Jam Version
A jam of a track I'm working on. Chill vibe using the Roland family. Devices used... TR-8S, MC-707, JU-06A, SE-02, SH-4D, MX-1 and the @midronome as master clock.