"Dalek's Handbag"

[frequencycentral]

Based on one of my favourite EMS Synthi A patches. Mostly LM13700 and LM324 inside.









My mate Martin did the graphic using CorelDRAW. My mate Malcolm cut the panel using CorelDRAW/CNC.

[expanoncolin]

Nice!  What case is that?  So is the circuit based off the synthi?

-Colin

[frequencycentral]

The case was actually from a camera shop, Jessups, in the UK.

The synth isn't based on Synthia A circuits - just the concepts and behaviours. I do have a Synthia A - a DIY clone which my brother kindly built for me. The VCO and VCLFO are based on ideas from the LM13700 spec sheet. The LFO and VCA are based on Roland 100m. The AR gen is my own design, using a quad opamp.

I used to use my Synthia A in my band, but it's really a 'desk job' operating one, so I built this as an 'on the fly' soundalike, with switching instead of a patchbay.

Footswitch operated so I can use it while playing guitar. The name - if you ever hear it you will understand!

[zemekky]

That looks great! Seriously good looking stuff. How's it sound?


....but also it made me sad that I have to wait so long until I get a new season of the Doctor.

[frequencycentral]

OK you asked for it!

So here's a little soundclip, please make sure your dog is in the other room: http://www.aronnelson.com/DIYFiles/up/D ... andbag.mp3

Recorded live - no overdubs/edits - or rehearsal for that matter.

Audio path:

Dalek's Handbag  >  WEM Copycat (just a touch)  >  Event Echo Gina 24 Soundcard  >  Wavelab

I am currently available for weddings, christening, corporate events and bar mitzvahs.

[frequencycentral]

The management take no responsibility for damage to your tweeters or your hearing as a result of listening to the "Dalek's Handbag" Soundclip. We have consulted with our lawyers, who are of the opinion that you may, if you wish to, exercise your freedom of choice as to weather or not you actualy play the "Dalek's Handbag" Soundclip. As such, any permanent and lasting damage should be referred to your insurers as gross negligence on your part and/or an act of God. Hey, at least we warned you about the dog!

[zemekky]

It sounds really good through my Hi-Fi setup.



But it needs more "Exterminate!" samples.

[frequencycentral]

I'll be starting a 'build your owner Dalek's Handbag' project over at the DIY Stompbox Forum if anyone's interseted in building one.

Here's the thread, just sign up: http://www.diystompboxes.com/smfforum/i ... ic=70222.0

[samwhite]

it does sound like a dalek, that's for sure.