ENDE TYMES

momotaro — Sun, 06 May 2012 16:16:30 +0000

Airline miles… if you don’t cash them in before the apocalypse you are a sucker plain and simple. Or so we’ve read. Join Trogotronic in NYC May 17-20th for the ENDE TYMES FESTIVAL OF EXPERIMENTAL LIBERATION where we will have as many goodies for hire as are allowed without going overweight on our meager baggage allowance.

He Has Risen!

momotaro — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 10:14:55 +0000

From the dusty underground outpost of Sensa Tenza’s workshop in Umeå we offer this Easter Egg for a solemn sunrise service this morning… Enjoy this basket full of audio visual treats without delay!

Model 333 M Series Euro Module

momotaro — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 06:53:47 +0000

333 Event Sequencer / Envelope Follower $236

Within the myopic domain of patch-cord cowboys wiggling cheeks to the beat of blinkie lights, the outside world is escaped from… forgotten… even ignored. If it’s strumed it’s ho-hummed. Banged? Danged! Sung? Save your lungs!

The Triple-3 aims to shatter the safe confines of Urkle’s inner-sanctum. Trogotronic welcomes in the freaks who with to interact with yon knob collection in an entirely new fashion: The Model 333 M is a three channel audio-to-cv generator that reacts to audio input in a very useful way:

As a Traditional Envelope Follower
As a Nine Step Event Sequencer
“Ditto” in a third Discrete Channel

Mic your neighbors loud-assed hog & you have a two channel sequencer which is triggered in time to the odd, organic lope of her Milwaukee-made V-Twin; Mic Bonzo’s kick drum & your rig reacts to every extra drunken lazy foot kick; Patch it to Maso’s flying Altoids “shaker box” full of Japanese pennies & your modules are perfectly controlled by the supernatural Osaka master of the 55-second polyester display. 333 M Series even means yer barking dog is officially in your techno-band. Mazel tov fair Fido! 333 Features:

3 Channel Audio-to-CV Generator
1 Envelope Generator
2 Channel, 9 Step Event Sequencer
3 Discrete Decay Controls (1 for each channel)
Input Attack Control
Input Preamp Gain Control
Sequencer Range Control
Sequencer Mode Selector
12 Blinding Blue & Red lights
Compact @ Only 10hp
Sequence Breakout Bus foreshadows “more to come”

Gain Control allows the use of everything from the weak signal of a mic or guitar with no preamp to the “hot” signal output from another module without trouble. Range, Attack & Decay Controls allow a great number of adjustments to create odd/organic sequences as well as shaping the Envelope. Sequence Mode selects progressive or single step activation; Both modes have our unique Smooth-Transition Circuitry between steps. Two Sequencer Channel Decay Controls modify CV creating either hard staccato steps or slowly fading voltage glory. Model 333 M ships complete with Printed User Guide, Trogotronic Owner’s Card, 7″ Power Bus Ribbon Cable, Allen Head Fasteners + USA Made Installation Tool packaged in an almost handsome, earth-killing recyclable box. Trogotronic road-proven construction means ALL controls are fastened to the the control board with a nut not just soldered to the circuit board only to be throw-away after a few hard tours of duty. And, of course, ALL Trogotronic instruments are hand-made in the stinkin’ USA by subhumans rather than contracted out to the cheapest overseas bidder by the boardroom fascist overlords.

Video Samples:

Specs:

Euro-Format
10HP
Depth 2″ (with power cable attached)
+12v rail peak current 120ma (Sequence switch @ “9”)
+12v rail average current 70ma
-12v rail peak current 5ma
CV output 0 to +10.5v

Price: $236

TROGOTRONIC COMPILATION II Submission Guide & Agreement

momotaro — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 17:16:12 +0000

All submissions grant the right for Trogotronic and her publishing partner to publish / distribute said work along with contact information & credit lines.

All submissions of ausio and virulent computer viruses will be made via email to compilation@trogotronic.com subjest line “SUBMISSION” containing LINKS to DOWNLOADS of the following data:

An uncompressed Audio Composition using a Trogotronic Instrument (not a symphony in length long mind you; this is a compilation after all).
A Photograph of your rig including the Trogotronic bit.
A text file in .txt format furnishing A. Name of the Project B. Track Title(s) / Track running time / TROGOTRONIC Model(s) Used on the respective tracks for consideration. C. Date / Location of Recording D. Contact URL or E-mail address (all to be published in the liner notes).

Rights Assignment / Agreement:

By submitting an email link to compilation@trogotronic.com you grant Trogotronic and her publishing partner the non-exclusive copyright to publish any data linked to said email.
You acknowledge that failure to provide all of the data outlined above will result in automatic disqualification for publishing.
You acknowledge that in the event that mastering, reproduction, sound-quality or any other aspect of the music on the release is found to be substandard for any reason, or if there are inadvertent mistakes, omissions, deletions or any other problem with the literature which accompanies the release you will hold Trogotronic and her publishing partner legally harmless beyond the sneaking suspicion that we are in fact complete morons.
You may in no way hold Trogotronic responsible for damage or loss to any material sent.
You acknowledge that the deadline for submissions is July 1st 2012.
You acknowledge that a release date is not yet determined.
You grant these rights in good faith & you will hold Trogotronic harmless as well as take full & total financial responsibility / liability for any damages sought from Trogotronic arising from any & disputes on your behalf over the rights you grant to us herein for the audio and other data submitted via link to compilation@trogotronic.com.

A Call to Knobs Part II

momotaro — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 09:05:58 +0000

Just in time for the certain advent of the soon to come apocalypse we hereby announces the second Trogotronic compilation to be published soon after the submission deadline of July 1st 2012. We will separate the stinking audio chaff from the fine wheat and publish only the very worst of what is submitted for disapproval.

There’s is no surer way to alienate your peers and keep all attractive potential mates far away from you for good than to enter some of your audio work into the stinking waxie hair-filled sound holes of the knuckle dragging subhumans.

Submission Instructions & goose-stepping rules of engagement HERE

Two With No Further Ado

momotaro — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 02:45:19 +0000

Series M 676 & Series M 666

The Trogotronic Series M “euro-format” modules:

Series M 676, the high voltage tube 14hp lass in ruby regalia, available direct from the squalid streets in the part of town you only seen on TV during the top of the 11 o’clock news.

Series M 666, sold out in original black livery, returns wrought of candied crimson (sparkling “red” in other words). If not a blaze of glory it’s return is anything but a whimper.

As always painstakingly handmade in the USA by your friendly neighborhood smog breathing subhumans. Purchase direct from our site or for inquiries see our contact information.

Model 676 Fury M Series Euro Module

momotaro — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 07:06:19 +0000

M Series 676 Tube Synth/Filter/FX $387

In rare moments of clarity we’ve long glimpsed a brutish dream burning in the solder smoke: A compact valve synth’ capable of the specular analog displays that make high voltage tubes essential for any serious electronic music aficionado. Now the low hanging fruits of our labors are within reach & truly rotten to the core; M-Series 676 “Fury” features:

All Analog Circuit
2 Main-Oscillators
2 Amplifiers
2 Unique Filter/FX parameters (Drive & Modulation)
Input for use with other audio elements
5 Modular compatible CV inputs for patchable parameter control
1 Medium Frequency Control Oscillator: Track
3 Stabilizer Switches (on for stability, off for mayhem)
Slovakian Max. Gain, Twin-Triode Vacuum Tube run at high voltage

Yes: “high voltage”—no small task for a euro module. Reason being: even the best euro format power supplies were never intended for providing “B+” (arcane engineer speak denoting High Voltage feed for vacuum tubes). Rather than compromise both the operating specs of the tube & capacity of your modular’s power supply the M Series 676 ships with it’s own. Simply plug in the included wall-wart, give the tube a few seconds to warm up & voila! Tangled in wires already? We get it, and in addition to the power jack on the face there’s another hidden on the rear of the module should you want to get crafty to keep things clean. The advantage is twofold: no capacity is taken from your existing supply and the vacuum tube employed is a common model in current production (so there is no worry should it require replacement after many years of faithful service).

Like any Trogotronic worth its salt the 676 Fury’s functions are not conservative… Meaning, while there are two Main Oscillators, other parts of the circuit can command more complicated frequencies in an intuitive manner. Similarly the Main Oscillators themselves may be applied as filters serving to broaden the utility of the instrument even more so. With regard to BOTH mayhem AND stability 676 Fury’s switch settings offer different parameter reactions: Toggles “down” Oscillators & Track navigate pitch black F-5 electron turbulence; Switched UP same controls “play nice” in crimson livery with accordance to classical form.

The sound? Curiously akin to R. Lee Ermey switching on the kilowatt floods & screaming through an Orange Full-stack set to “11” first thing the morning after an all-night gin bender; i.e. relentless punishment applied to all head-holes within audio range. Add to this the inclusion of 5 CV inputs compatible with sequencers, envelopes etc. and this little box may well become a classic in its own right; “May the Gods save us from this menace; girls and mothers—dress our Fury now in blood-red robes!”

Audio Samples:

* Voltage Control notes with thanks to @ruiner999 for roughing out some rudimentary patches using two great CV Modules: Wiard/Make Noise Wogglebugs’ » Make Noise Rene X & Y Clock In, CV Out in multiple » Trogotronic 676 Fury’s various CV Inputs.

Specs: Euro-Format / 14HP / Depth = 3 3/8” (86mm) / Peak Current Draw: N/A; dedicated power supply included / Power Jack on both the front & rear of 676 module

Price: 100-120v $387 / 100-240v $407

Model 676 Fury

momotaro — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 06:59:46 +0000

Model 676 Analog Vacuum Tube Synth $345

All Analog Circuit
2 Main-Oscillators
2 Amplifiers
2 Unique Filter/FX parameters (Drive & Modulation)
Input for use with other audio elements
5 Modular compatible CV inputs for patchable parameter control
1 Medium Frequency Control Oscillator: Track
3 Stabilizer Switches (on for stability, off for mayhem)
Slovakian Max. Gain, Twin-Triode Vacuum Tube run at high voltage

Like any Trogotronic worth its salt the 676 Fury’s functions are not conservative… Meaning, while there are two Main Oscillators, other parts of the circuit can command more complicated frequencies in an intuitive manner. Similarly the Main Oscillators themselves may be applied as filters serving to broaden the utility of the instrument even more so. With regard to BOTH mayhem AND stability 676 Fury’s switch settings offer different parameter reactions: Toggles “down” Oscillators & Track navigate pitch black F-5 electron turbulence; Switched “up” same controls “play nice” in crimson livery with accordance to classical form.

Audio Samples:

* Voltage Control notes with thanks to @ruiner999 for roughing out some rudimentary patches using two great CV Modules: Wiard/Make Noise Wogglebugs’ » Make Noise Rene X & Y Clock In / Make Noise Rene CV Out in multiple » Trogotronic 676 Fury’s various CV Inputs.

Specs: Chassis Size 7″x 5″ x 3″/ High Output Twin Triode Synthesizer

Price: $345

Maso’s Got Nothing on this Space Machine

momotaro — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 19:07:42 +0000

A Government Study on Interface Design

“Orbital Vehicle #103”, “ Your tax dollars at work…”, “Best thing to come out of Downey, CA since the Carpenters” & “Whitey on the Moon”… sure we can dig it by any old name… The interface wonks under our crudely shorn mops cannot help but marvel at this Uncle Sam spec’ed interface hatched about the same time that classic solid state audio synth modules were. Beyond the late model laptop velcroed (rear) and a number pad there’s nary a keyboard (qwerty or piano) to be seen.

Photo links to a flash VR view of the now mothballed bird’s flight deck.

Trogotronic 3.0

momotaro — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 05:31:59 +0000

MAKE MY DAY PUNK!

Just in time to see Granny Geezer updating her Facebook page on her Android Handheld the halfwits at Trogotronic make a fumbling attempt at reworking our sorry excuse for robot shop herein. Please be kind when advising of the inevitable bugs by logging in and commenting or emailing direct (address on Contact & Spiel page) as the long hours of solder smoke has clouded our vision and judgement…