Shared System: Black and Gold, Plus


The Shared System: Black and Gold Plus synthesizer is the Shared System re-made in Black & Gold w/ the Erbe-Verb, Morphagene, TEMPI, and CV Bus added in a metal case with the Make Noise logo. The personal favorite system of Make Noise founder Tony Rolando, this collection of modules is utilized by all artists for the Make Noise Records Shared System Series. It was also utilized by both Alessandro Cortini and Richard Devine for their performances at the 2012 Make Noise Opening party. The Shared System is the deepest and most complex of our systems bringing together all of our synthesis techniques into one system. From analog FM to voltage controlled granularization, the Shared System will go to more sound destinations than most folks have time to travel to in a single lifetime.

The CV Bus was originally designed for Alessandro Cortini’s personal Make Noise system. It provides visual indication of level, rate and polarity for up to 4 control signals that will be shared throughout a patch. These 4 control signals are color coded and distributed across the center of the system allowing for quick, clean and intuitive patching. The distribution method is unlike the typical multiple since the control signals will appear beneath their possible destinations allowing for the use of shorter patch cables. The color coding and visual indication makes navigating complex patches easier and more intuitive. Typically, the CV Bus would be used to share the most important control signals in a patch such as your Master Clock.

The CV Bus also has the tools needed for integrating the Make Noise system with the outside world. A 1/4″ Mono input with plenty of gain allows for bringing external signals into the system. The optimal 10Vpp signal level is visually indicated. A high quality Stereo Line Driver converts powerful modular synthesizer signal levels to the commonly used Line Level. There is mini-jack inputs for Left and Right, a single Master Volume control, and a TRS Stereo 1/4″ output jack. This output is capable of driving long cable out to a PA System or a set of Headphones. It has AC coupling and a built-in limiting circuit (with visual indication) that prevents damage to ears and PA system when the patching gets experimental.

The powder coated metal Case is 2 lbs. lighter than the wood Shared System case without compromising mechanical durability. The sleek matte black finish was selected to match our line of Black & Gold modules. This finish will show the story of your modular synth’s travels over the years. (Note: this system ships in the original 7U CV Bus Case.)

FEATURES
  • Polyphonic Time Shifting: TEMPI
  • New School Sequencing: RenĂ©
  • Human/ Expression Control: Pressure Points
  • Dual Analog Oscillator: DPO
  • Voltage Controlled Pitch Shifting and Echo: ECHOPHON
  • Dual Analog Control Voltage generator: MATHS
  • Complex Random Voltage Generator: Wogglebug
  • Dual Low Pass Gate: Optomix
  • Balanced Modulation: modDemix
  • Voltage Controlled Tape and Microsound: Morphagene
  • Modeless, continuously variable voltage controlled reverb: Erbe-Verb
  • Horizontal Control Signal Distribution and Indication: CV Bus
  • 7U case w/ original power supply and AC Adapter, Ready to Play
  • Ships with 30 Ad Infinitum patch cables
  • Blanking panels as appropriate (selection may vary)
  • Comes with Lid, Highly portable, Meets requirements for carry-on luggage
  • Ships in original 7U CV Bus Case

SPECIFICATIONS
  • Size: 7U
  • Total HP: 208
  • Utilized HP: 196
  • Expansion HP: 12
  • Dimensions:
    22.25 x 14 x 7.25 (inches w/ lid)
  • Weight: 17 lbs.
  • Retail value: $4646
  • Special price: $4495

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