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  • BJC – UM Versions FESTIVUS

    January 6, 2022

    The latest TONEBURST release is available.

    There are a limited number of built instruments and PCBs for DIY.

    https://toneburst.bandcamp.com/


    The UM66 chip was designed to play popular monophonic
    melodies: The chip used in this circuit plays several melodies.
    The UM66 is used two times. They are not synchronised.
    This DIY EMI has potentiometers to control voltage starve & volume as well as a switch to change the ‘bent’ character of the sound. It is possible to use headers sockets for the ICs to allow them to be swapped, enabling user control over the output.

    This version was designed with a Winter celebration in mind, hence the name FESTIVUS as celebrated in regions of Europe and beyond. Nollaig na mBan! (little/women’s christmas Ireland) Trettondedag (13th day Sweden) día de los Reyes Magos (3 kings day Spain), also; Epiphany.

    ‘It’s the night the taxi drivers quiver in their boots’ Pauline – Cork

    (Battery not included.)
    These DIY EMIs require a 3v CR2032 battery for power.
    The output is a mono mini jack (3.5mm).

  • D&D again

    January 4, 2022

    Recently the Drone & Drama was noticed by others online:

    Colin Drake made a version for Norns and shared it on lines.

    A release of his work is scheduled for Toneburst.

    DIY synths also added a link.

    I hope to get another version made, but until then, thanks for the interest.

  • Fringe Tones #47

    January 4, 2022
  • Fallgatter – Solos De Batterie

    December 13, 2021

    The latest TONEBURST release is available.

    https://toneburst.bandcamp.com/

    <kat no.20>
    Further explorations of time.
    Popular drum solos as clock sources.
    Mostly Maximal.

  • Fallgatter – 06 Bellson v2_3 dirtklak redoo

    December 4, 2021
  • Expanding Foam – Waymarkers

    December 3, 2021

    The latest TONEBURST release is available.

    https://toneburst.bandcamp.com/

    <kat no.23>

    On this tape you will hear a series of examples intended to assist you in your journey. The examples on this tape are designed for you to run trials prior to your attempt to join. The 11 pieces will give basic directions and illustrate disruptions and interference experienced by the traveller on their journey.

    The waymarkers are made using an FM transmitter these will play a continuous loop tuned to an agreed frequency. The traveller using a radio tuned to the frequency can then pick up the signal. Each loop can be used to impart information covertly, giving directions, warnings and other information. The pieces included here are simply the beginnings of the loops needed to traverse the land safely.

    expandingfoam.bandcamp.com
    www.expandingfoam.org

    releases December 3, 2021

  • Expanding Foam – Waymarkers AV

    December 2, 2021

    Phil Porter made some instagram AV for the new Toneburst release ‘Waymarkers’ by Expanding Foam. Tapes at 3pm tomorrow.

  • Framework Radio #778 – recorded @ RP

    November 22, 2021

    Sound of fire burning last years branches, RP, Belfast. Broadcast on Framework Radio #778

    Download.

  • Sweet Earth Flying – zanjabil

    November 5, 2021

    The latest TONEBURST release is available.

    https://toneburst.bandcamp.com/

    Ltd. cassette with die cut cover, 2 inserts, vinyl sticker & Prince of Peace ginger chew. (J-Card – Gmund Heidi Soft Kraft 330 gsm backed with handmade citrus paper. Insert – 100% Wild Ginger paper by The Paper Mill, New Zealand. Both scented with Primavera Ingwer Essential Oil???)

    <kat no.22>

    sweetearthflying is Michael Pierce.
    electric guitar, voice, effects, Ciat-Lonbarde Cocoquantus and Plumbutter.
    Recorded live at home, summer 2021

    releases November 5, 2021

  • FG – McPherson v3_2 gnosh version

    November 4, 2021
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