Jun 18, 2009 i finally got around to finishing the hack to my gakken sx150 mini synth. When it had released from gakken, radiojankbox who live in saporo had developed midi if for sx 150. If youre just starting out and want to understand how synths work, the sx150 is a good place to begin with. Its annoying sometimes having an interesting synthesizer like the gakken sx 150 mkii in my rack when its not midi capable. If you want to take the next step up, look at the korg monotron or gakken s sx 150 mark ii. I talk to the original designer of sx 150 mk2 and he gave me some information about sx 150 mk2. Get gakken sx 150 mark ii analog synthesizer at the best price available today. Last week i received my gakken sx 150 and started searching around the net for hacks and mods, and i found several projects and articles describing possible ways of interfacing it with midi and various external sensors, but, since i was already doing some experiments with a dac board, i decided to try it with my freshly received gakken. Taking the korg monotrons keyboard to an extreme, this gakken sx150 truly cannot be used for melodies or riffs, but that doesnt mean its not a ton of fun. Electro harmonix micro synth, mam vsr3 spring reverb, lexicon reverb, boss ge10 equalizer, tube compressor, analogue vca compressor. Its simple and fun to use with a few advanced features to give some variation and randomisation on every loop. Rj, a japanese make magazine reader, a couple fo weeks ago posted a guide to create a midi interface for the gakken sx 150 so it has been hacked even before the release date.
This project provides a standalone midi interface for the gakken sx 150 synthesizer, and provides useable firmwaressketches for the arduino uno r3 as well as the leonardo or pro micro. Chugan corporation gakken sx150 mark ii analog synthesizer. Arduino this one is the classic, but my favorite ones, are the ones from modern devicemcp4921 12bit dac. Its annoying sometimes having an interesting synthesizer like the gakken sx150 mkii in my rack when its not midi capable. Media in category gakken sx150 analog synthesizer the following 10 files are in this category, out of 10 total.
Gakken sx150 mark ii analog synthesizer this 5 x 6. This synth is included on a japanese magazine i wouldnt expect less from them so that makes it 22 times as cool. To get the schematic with component values, which is essential for us, i made one from the open information on the internet and some measurement of an sx150. Gak150 is a sampled analog synthesizer gakken sx150, passed through a tube metasonix r54 tube vco vcf.
Jul 30, 2008 today gakken released the kit of the sx 150 analog synth a perfect match for the new nintendo ds korg ds10 analog synth card. Gakken sx150, atari punk console, weird sound generator, and more. Mar 06, 2019 for beginners and newbies in learning how to create sounds with synthesizers, the gakken sx 150 mark ii analog synthesizer is a fun analog synth to use to achieve that aim. Variable controls were for lfo rate, attack, decay, pitch envelope and cutoff. In the end of fall of 2011, gakken announced sx 150 mk2 as one of their sound gadget series. Hi guys ive got a pretty sweet setup now with a korg electribe er1 slaved to an. The gakken sx150 synth has a stylus which is touched on a continuous strip to control the pitch of the sound. You have all components shipped and just have to stick them into breadboard and connect with jumpers. Gakken sx150 mark ii analog synthesizer japan import i had not, and i felt. Nov 22, 2009 i added a midi in to my gakken sx 150, here is what it sounds like with some chorus and reverb in ableton live. On this iteration, i added a real midi in port and i also added a 14. I already release midi if for sx 150 but we must change them for mk2. Mrbook has shared documentation on his awesome hack to add midi to the gakken sx150 synthesizer heres what youll need to turn the gakken sx150 into a midi synthesizer. Audiobus is an awardwinning music app for iphone and ipad which lets you use your other music apps together.
Gak150 is a sampled analog synthesizer gakken sx 150, passed through a tube metasonix r54 tube vco vcf. Gakken sx 150 synth midi mod mrbook has shared documentation on his awesome hack to add midi to the gakken sx 150 synthesizer. To get the schematic with component values, which is essential for us, i made one from the open information on the internet and some measurement of an sx 150. Heres what youll need to turn the gakken sx 150 into a midi synthesizer. I added midi input and a 14 input plug, to make it more universally compatible with mixers and. Skip to main content skip to footer site5114015391 used 114015391 in store used used gakken sx 150 mark ii synthesizer. Korg ms20, roland juno60, gakken sx150 analogue drum machines. Along with the latest gakken magazine focusing on synthesizers, the sx 150 is a diy project for adults who. Arduino this one is the classic, but my favorite ones, are the ones from modern device mcp4921 12bit dac.
The controller is not good for serious play but this toy is generating good sound. The saturation of the lamp filter together with the very sharp and unstable gakken tone is transmitted as an aggressive but completely analog sound. Recently i contacted him about modding my gakken sx150 analog synth to add midi support, but he took it a step further and midi control via usb. It is quite inexpensive, and it is useful in including some quirky noises in the music you create. Some criticism is that, with the stylus, you are limited, but with a few cords you can attach this cool synth to a midi controller and have no limitations. Controlling a gakken sx150 synth with arduino mrbooks stuff. Cheap synths like gakken sx150, korg monotrons, etc.
Buy bargain gakken sx150 mark ii analog synthesizer. Impakter is a vintage drum module plugin containing over 300 samples of original drum sounds generated on analogue synths and drum machines. Simply plug the usb connector from your workstation to the mcu, and connect the remaining cables to your gakken to provide cv. Read about 150 mark ii analog synthesizer by gakken sx and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. The saturation from the tube filter along with the very harsh and unstable timbre of the gakken. Its hard to track the pitch correctly for temperature drifts.
Heres whats got to be one of the best bargain analog synthesizers out there. Assuming theres enough room for more cheap and cheerful sounds in your library, you should consider downloading these 438 free cheap synth samples. Jun 27, 2009 mrbook has shared documentation on his awesome hack to add midi to the gakken sx150 synthesizer. Last week i received my gakken sx150 and started searching around the net for hacks and mods, and i found several projects and articles describing possible ways of interfacing it with midi and various external sensors, but, since i was already doing some experiments with a dac board, i decided to try it with my freshly received gakken. The saturation of the lamp filter together with the very sharp and unstable gakken tone is transmitted as an aggressive. Rj, a japanese make magazine reader, a couple fo weeks ago posted a guide to create a midi interface for the gakken sx150 so it has been hacked even before the release date. With its intuitive user interface, you can monitor what exactly is going over a midi. If youre just starting out and want to understand how synths work, the sx 150 is a good place to begin with.
Heres what youll need to turn the gakken sx150 into a midi synthesizer. When it had released from gakken, radiojankbox who live in saporo had developed midiif for sx150. Used gakken sx150 mark ii synthesizer guitar center. To get a better understanding of how to connect the bender sequencer to other devices, read this howto article by mickey delp for detailed instructions on connecting the bender sequencer to the gakken sx150 and korg monotron mini synths. Its schematic is already revealed in its instruction manual, however, it does not include component values. Gakken sx150 synth midi mod mrbook has shared documentation on his awesome hack to add midi to the gakken sx150 synthesizer. Cheap synths like gakken sx150, korg monotrons, etc hi folks, i just saw the post last night about the gakken sx150 and ive become very intrigued in the idea of buying it, after doing some research ive found the korg monotrons, as well as the monotribe which seems perfect, but out of my price range at the moment.
Jun 15, 2015 the gakken sx150 mii is a fun and inexpensive analog synthesizer thats great for learning the basics of synth sound creation and for adding some quirky noises to your musical productions. In the end of fall of 2011, gakken announced sx150 mk2 as one of their sound gadget series. I added a midi in to my gakken sx150, here is what it sounds like with some chorus and reverb in ableton live. The thing looks like a toy, but really its got most everything youd find in a monophonic analog synth. On the first part i added the ability to be controlled by arduino through a virtual software midi port. To get a better understanding of how to connect the bender sequencer to other devices, read this howto article by mickey delp for detailed instructions on connecting the bender sequencer to the gakken sx 150 and korg monotron mini synths. Theyre divided into six main folders, so, we have six sampled synths. Yamaha mr10, korg kpr77, antonelli organ 2377 rhythm box, mattel synsonics analogue processing. Or make some mods available, id buy one right away. Chain effects on your favourite synth, run the output of apps or audio units into an app like garageband or loopy, or select a different audio interface output for each app. Download the bender sequencer kit assembly instructions pdf file.
Sx150 synth mod instructions, schematics and code mrbooks stuff schematics for the gakken sx150 mod. Recently i contacted him about modding my gakken sx 150 analog synth to add midi support, but he took it a step further and midi control via usb. Simple and affordable, this gakken analogue sx 150 synthesizer uses the sylus to control the pitch. Today gakken released the kit of the sx150 analog synth a perfect match for the new nintendo ds korg ds10 analog synth card. Appendix science magazine separate volume of adult. Vstorrent page 422 torrent source for free download. The machine has to be assembled, but theres no soldering involved. Vstorrent page 433 torrent source for free download. I already release midiif for sx150 but we must change them for mk2. If you want to take the next step up, look at the korg monotron or gakkens sx150 mark ii.
Korg monotron vs gakken sx150 vintage synth explorer forums. Its based on sx150 but all the circuit is redesigned for new sounds. Along with the latest gakken magazine focusing on synthesizers, the sx150 is a diy project for adults who. If you have a modular synthesizer with a cv control voltage or midi input, then there are plenty. Im hoping to get the unit by this friday, but he threw an mp3 up of some audio from the synth. Gakken sx150 usb midi mod by wil linsday gearslutz. This project provides a standalone midi interface for the gakken sx150 synthesizer, and provides useable firmwaressketches for the arduino uno r3 as well as the leonardo or pro micro. Aug 17, 2009 korg monotron vs gakken sx150 post by cumulus tue aug 30, 2011 6. The gakken sx150 mark ii is a cool little analog synth with a very large sound. Gakken sx 150 analog synthesizer kit arduino this one is the classic, but my favorite ones, are the ones from modern device mcp4921 12bit. It looks like a toy in a way, but it actually contains all the necessary features of professional audio synthesis.
Gak150 is a synthesizer for kontakt made by sampling a gakken sx150 analog synthesizer kit passing through a metasonix r54 tube vcovcf. Today gakken released the kit of the sx 150 analog synth a perfect match for the new nintendo ds korg ds10 analog synth card. The instructions are wellillustrated and the gakken website has english instructions online. The saturation from the tube filter along with the very harsh and unstable timbre of the gakken come out as an aggressive but full analog sound. I talk to the original designer of sx150 mk2 and he gave me some information about sx150 mk2.
Skip to main content skip to footer site5114015391 used 114015391 in store used used gakken sx150 mark ii synthesizer. For beginners and newbies in learning how to create sounds with synthesizers, the gakken sx150 mark ii analog synthesizer is a fun analog synth to use to achieve that aim. My solution is to break out the soldering iron and build a usable midi in jack using the midi if circuit board kit put together by beatnic. Its just a matter of putting the pcb in the case and connecting the power line, pretty simple stuff really. Gak150 is a synthesizer for kontakt made by sampling a gakken sx 150 analog synthesizer kit passing through a metasonix r54 tube vcovcf. Cheap synths like gakken sx150, korg monotrons, etc hi folks, i just saw the post last night about the gakken sx150 and ive become very intrigued in the idea of buying it, after doing some research ive found the korg monotrons, as well as the monotribe which seems perfect, but out of. Gakken analog synthesizer sx 150 in the spirit of the moog and other early synthesizers, the gakken sx 150 analog synthesizer produces great, original sound for a low, low cost because you have to get to. The mark ii is an enhancement of the sx150, also known as the synthesizer chronicles special kit. Gakken analog synthesizer sx150 in the spirit of the moog and other early synthesizers, the gakken sx150 analog synthesizer produces great, original sound for a low, low cost because you have to get to.
My solution is to break out the soldering iron and build a usable midiin jack using the midiif circuit board kit put together by beatnic. Controlling a gakken sx150 synth with arduino mrbooks. The original chronicle was a kit that you had to assemble, and included the mook. This diy kit enable to use this from midi keyboard or sequencer or so. Many people have asked about the instructions and code for the sx150 mod i did to add midi and audio out. Get your team aligned with all the tools you need on one secure, reliable video platform. Its based on sx 150 but all the circuit is redesigned for new sounds. Gakken sx150 analog synthesizer kit arduino this one is the classic, but my favorite ones, are the ones from modern device mcp4921 12bit. Its hard to play tuned notes using the stylus and so a midi interface for the sx150 is a good mod to make the synth more usable. I finally got around to finishing the hack to my gakken sx150 mini synth. In particular, the voltage controlled filter in it is potent. Aug 31, 2008 its schematic is already revealed in its instruction manual, however, it does not include component values. Gakken sx150 synth controlled with midi and ableton. Came back real analog synths that shook the world have evolved and synthesizer chronicle, the sx150 which became a big hit of exceptional as analog synth.