Eurorack
Boat104 Update
Feb/15/2012 10:32 Filed in: Modular
New Batch
Feb/07/2012 09:49 Filed in: Modular
Working on the next batch of cases. Getting excited. We are trying out a new Ramp208 version that should look really clean and nice. We are moving toward a late March thru April date of having cases again. Our first runs sold fast, and we are moving to make another run. They are extremely hard to make but are very rewarding once they are finished. The labor of love for musical gear and to share it with others, what joy. More news to come on the SoundModular front.
New Company Launch
Dec/03/2011 10:37 Filed in: Modular
I am proud to announce Sound Modular is officially open for sales! We have three unique lines and will have all of the photo’s online of our new cases in the next two weeks. Right now the Studio208 is released, but we are taking pre-orders with a 4-6 week delivery time. Check back here and at the Sound Modular website for stock and availabilities.
Power Supplies
Nov/22/2011 00:52 Filed in: Modular
Building some power supplies. Working all the time to get all these parts down. Ordering from Mouser, and DigiKey get crazy. Lots of time soldering small components. All of this because I love to make sounds with my modular synth and want to share the experience with everyone. We are going to have one of the most original line of cases out the world has ever seen. Some bench shots.
Can't Wait
Nov/17/2011 17:36 Filed in: Modular
Cases are being assembled. I will start taking orders December 1st. Cannot wait to show everyone the new design. It looks professional. Hopefully by the end of 2012 the case will be full of friends. Modules of my own I mean. The first design is underway with Livid helping me out so much. Thank you again and again to all of my friends helping see this case come together. The sneak peak shots look good and i cannot wait to show the world!!
Update
Nov/16/2011 17:47 Filed in: Modular
There are a ton of new things on the horizon for Outofthebag, and Pailo. Sound Enclosures will be rolling out in the next two weeks. Case orders will be taken on the new site. I cannot believe this is really going to happen. Three months of solid work, and a few module builds and bus board builds later, a company is popping out. I have leaked some photo’s on the Flickr page, and here on the BLOG but you will not even be prepared for the final look. This is very exciting.
Finishing helping a friend engineer a record in the studio too. That is why there hasn’t been many updates here on the site. You can always see the clinics @ Switched On, and the classes @ Dub Academy start about every 4 weeks.
Email me if you want to buy a Eurorack case.
Finishing helping a friend engineer a record in the studio too. That is why there hasn’t been many updates here on the site. You can always see the clinics @ Switched On, and the classes @ Dub Academy start about every 4 weeks.
Email me if you want to buy a Eurorack case.
Proto V2.o
Oct/19/2011 22:57 Filed in: Modular
Here are a few more shots with the cables tied down, and some modules inside and working. 1.5 amp, very cool running with 7 modules so far. Getting ready to let it run all night and then will fill it tomorrow. There will be more shots as usual. Don’t have an official release date but they will be ready soon hopefully. There will be 2 and 3 row available at first and then I will be releasing other cases as 2012 progresses. It is a very exciting time for Outofthebag.org, and for Pailo as an artist. Breaking new ground. You can see Pailo’s modular synth set this Saturday @ 7pm @ ND for 5$ with free red bull. Drink two, and its like getting for free to see me.
Proto V2.o
Oct/19/2011 11:31 Filed in: Modular
So i finished the second case. I’m feeling a wave of excitement and gratitude all over. To all my friends at 4MS, Livid, Bubblesound, Switched On, and Fletch…..THANKS! Also thanks to all the friends that are supporting this creation. My last month of thought has gone into the planning of an enclosure company. Really wanted to make something different, and when I get all my friends involved, great things happen. I will post a spoiler photo or two, but remember it is not 100% finished. The 3rd proto-type will be a lot closer. I still have to get cable tied mounts, and a few things at the store today. Hope you like the pictures. Please comment on this post so I know how you feel about the design, or what you think would help the project out. Wood end caps will be added soon, and some finishing touches. Enjoy!!!
DIY Case
Oct/05/2011 14:14 Filed in: Modular
4ms Distros made by me. Not too bad, but really great learning experience. I recommend it to anyone looking to sharpen their solder skills. The power supplies are switching (that people say are noisy but the are not) and not to expensive. I use one supply per two rows, and have two supplies in the three row case. Finally made the rails levels, and learned a few cool tricks for fitting the modules without any uneven spots.
If anyone needs help let me know.
If anyone needs help let me know.
Aluminum Proto v1.o
Oct/01/2011 12:00 Filed in: Modular
Really cool secret stuff going down. Can’t wait to share these ideas with everyone. Soon.
AMSynth.co.uk
Sep/29/2011 15:14 Filed in: Modular
Case Work Pt. 2
Sep/26/2011 06:45 Filed in: Modular
Cases:
2 Row (Flight 208 Model) 475$ Approx
3 Row (Flight 312 Model) 615$ Approx
4 Row (Flight 416 Model) 845$ Approx
Specs:
104HP Vector Size Rows 3mm Screws
BubbleSound 1.5Amp Power Supply Per Row
4MS Distro 1.1 Boards w/5 Volt Rail
14G Wire Throughout Case
Fuse Holder w/Extra Fuse
Hand Built in the USA
These cases could power one skiff extra for every row if you were not using all metasonix modules. Giving this much room for power will be unlike any other company on the market. These supplies should be able to handle a large array of modules. Testing is in two weeks. The first run will be ready by late October. Ordering will be through Outofhtbag.org with Paypal, and Switched On Music Electronics in store.
Other thoughts I have had lately have been of a plain 25/37 key CV controller. Cheap. Like 200$. That would be a winner too. Maybe one to match the cases? Few other option ideas are to let customers choose their own LED colors inside the case, and to give a 4hp front power panel special edition option. Other options later will be case colors including Red, Blue, Green, Wood Grain. Optional wood finished inside panel which can include 3 sets of multiples. Last option was to do a dual 3” speaker onboard option so you could plug the case power cable in and use the built in speakers!
Possible Add Ons:
*Colors (Red, Blue, Green, WoodGrain) (add 40$)
*Internal LED Colors (No Charge)
*4HP Special Edition Front Power Panel (add 40$)
*Interior Finish Panel w/ Multiples (add 60$)
*On Board Dual 3” Speakers (add 100$)
*Matching 25 or 37 Key CV KeyBoard (add 200$/300$)
These ideas, prices, and thoughts are subject to change at any time, and not all of the options may become available.
2 Row (Flight 208 Model) 475$ Approx
3 Row (Flight 312 Model) 615$ Approx
4 Row (Flight 416 Model) 845$ Approx
Specs:
104HP Vector Size Rows 3mm Screws
BubbleSound 1.5Amp Power Supply Per Row
4MS Distro 1.1 Boards w/5 Volt Rail
14G Wire Throughout Case
Fuse Holder w/Extra Fuse
Hand Built in the USA
These cases could power one skiff extra for every row if you were not using all metasonix modules. Giving this much room for power will be unlike any other company on the market. These supplies should be able to handle a large array of modules. Testing is in two weeks. The first run will be ready by late October. Ordering will be through Outofhtbag.org with Paypal, and Switched On Music Electronics in store.
Other thoughts I have had lately have been of a plain 25/37 key CV controller. Cheap. Like 200$. That would be a winner too. Maybe one to match the cases? Few other option ideas are to let customers choose their own LED colors inside the case, and to give a 4hp front power panel special edition option. Other options later will be case colors including Red, Blue, Green, Wood Grain. Optional wood finished inside panel which can include 3 sets of multiples. Last option was to do a dual 3” speaker onboard option so you could plug the case power cable in and use the built in speakers!
Possible Add Ons:
*Colors (Red, Blue, Green, WoodGrain) (add 40$)
*Internal LED Colors (No Charge)
*4HP Special Edition Front Power Panel (add 40$)
*Interior Finish Panel w/ Multiples (add 60$)
*On Board Dual 3” Speakers (add 100$)
*Matching 25 or 37 Key CV KeyBoard (add 200$/300$)
These ideas, prices, and thoughts are subject to change at any time, and not all of the options may become available.
Case Work Proto v1.o
Sep/25/2011 13:06 Filed in: Modular
Here is my first adventure into custom cases. Built the bus boards and did a ton of work to get this project off the ground. I could not have done it without the help of all of my friends including Dann, Jeanot, David, and Justin. Thanks also to all the people @ Switched On who support everything I do, and the guys @ Dub Academy for letting me perform last night @ the ND with the new case. Pictures below. Took four days of work, and about 16 hours of learning.
Next run will be the v2.o, v3.o (Models, Flight 208: Flight 312) and will test the Bubblesound power supply 1.6 with the 4ms Distro 1.1. This will be a lot more work but will be the highest rated mA case out on the market (1.5A per single row) for the best price. First run will be about 12, and then a bigger run will follow. Hope everyone digs the hard work. These will be 104hp vector rails, and thinking about doing the tap strips instead of the sliding nut. After the first two runs of 2 row and 3 row I will look into doing a 4 row. All handles will be low profile and not interfear with the the stacking of cases. Also thinking about putting the power on a 4hp panel for stacking purpose also. still more to think about.
The first run looks to be about 6 weeks from completion. Hope to finish sooner.
Next run will be the v2.o, v3.o (Models, Flight 208: Flight 312) and will test the Bubblesound power supply 1.6 with the 4ms Distro 1.1. This will be a lot more work but will be the highest rated mA case out on the market (1.5A per single row) for the best price. First run will be about 12, and then a bigger run will follow. Hope everyone digs the hard work. These will be 104hp vector rails, and thinking about doing the tap strips instead of the sliding nut. After the first two runs of 2 row and 3 row I will look into doing a 4 row. All handles will be low profile and not interfear with the the stacking of cases. Also thinking about putting the power on a 4hp panel for stacking purpose also. still more to think about.
The first run looks to be about 6 weeks from completion. Hope to finish sooner.
Power Rails
Sep/21/2011 12:35 Filed in: Modular
Solder all morning to finish the power rails. No injuries to report which is good news. Lots of measuring.
Case Building
Sep/15/2011 10:44 Filed in: Modular
Working on cases and prototypes this weekend and all next week. Hope to have the images up by next week so you can see what i have been working on.
There will be 4 colors including silver, black, blue, yellow, and red. All ATA flight case ready with two rows of 88hp vector rails. The power supplies should be ready after my first test.
I used a pedal train case to do my first prototype, and then we will move into the standard size. Right now i will only be working on one size until i can find a better bigger case option.
Stay tuned for more. Thanks 4MS, Bubblesound, and Fletch.
There will be 4 colors including silver, black, blue, yellow, and red. All ATA flight case ready with two rows of 88hp vector rails. The power supplies should be ready after my first test.
I used a pedal train case to do my first prototype, and then we will move into the standard size. Right now i will only be working on one size until i can find a better bigger case option.
Stay tuned for more. Thanks 4MS, Bubblesound, and Fletch.
Eurorack Demo June 27th, 2011
Jun/09/2011 14:03 Filed in: Modular
June 27, 2011 @ Switched On
Eurorack Modular Demo Featuring:
Stere Rightnour - Livewire Synthesizers/ Monorocket
Dann Green - 4MS Pedals
In-Store Demo From Both Companies!
Hosted By: Joseph Pailo & Guy Taylor
7pm-8pm FREE
Eurorack Modular Demo Featuring:
Stere Rightnour - Livewire Synthesizers/ Monorocket
Dann Green - 4MS Pedals
In-Store Demo From Both Companies!
Hosted By: Joseph Pailo & Guy Taylor
7pm-8pm FREE
VCAMixer
Jun/09/2011 13:36 Filed in: Modular
4mspedals.com
Wow is all I can say. Amplitude Modulator, Mixer, VCAx4, Modulation Router, and Matrix for dynamic creation based on voltage. Insane fun. Too much for me to handle. Switched On is the first store to carry them. We are the only one’s to carry the black one’s too! Thanks to 4MS (dann and jeanot) for bringing them in and keeping me in mind. Please do not ask me for the “black one”. They are only for the select few :P Plus I sold my two already.
We have 4MS and Livewire Electronics in store June 27th, 2011 for a free clinic! That’s right! FREE!! So come down, meet some new people, and find out what modular synthesizers are all about.
Wow is all I can say. Amplitude Modulator, Mixer, VCAx4, Modulation Router, and Matrix for dynamic creation based on voltage. Insane fun. Too much for me to handle. Switched On is the first store to carry them. We are the only one’s to carry the black one’s too! Thanks to 4MS (dann and jeanot) for bringing them in and keeping me in mind. Please do not ask me for the “black one”. They are only for the select few :P Plus I sold my two already.
We have 4MS and Livewire Electronics in store June 27th, 2011 for a free clinic! That’s right! FREE!! So come down, meet some new people, and find out what modular synthesizers are all about.
The Harvestman
Jan/19/2011 18:43 Filed in: Modular
The Harvestman stuff is amazing. Saw this module @ NAMM. The Piston Honda is a wavetable oscillator. Check the site for more details on these great products.
http://www.theharvestman.org/1991.php
http://www.theharvestman.org/1991.php
NAMM 2011
Jan/16/2011 04:18 Filed in: Work
NAMM 2011.
All I can say is there are great people doing great things. So many good people. Thanks Shawn Cleary @ Analog Haven, Antonio @ Noise Bug, Don Buchla, Tony @ Make Noise, Scott The Harvestman, Bobby and Gur @ TipTiop, William @ WMD, Dan & Jeanot @ 4MS, Dave Smith, Justin @ Motu, Gorillabox, Reatable Team Josep & Marcus, and everyone else for such a great time at NAMM 2011. Saw some of the most interesting things. Check out some of the shots below.
All I can say is there are great people doing great things. So many good people. Thanks Shawn Cleary @ Analog Haven, Antonio @ Noise Bug, Don Buchla, Tony @ Make Noise, Scott The Harvestman, Bobby and Gur @ TipTiop, William @ WMD, Dan & Jeanot @ 4MS, Dave Smith, Justin @ Motu, Gorillabox, Reatable Team Josep & Marcus, and everyone else for such a great time at NAMM 2011. Saw some of the most interesting things. Check out some of the shots below.