Request for new OS
Request for new OS
I think it's about time we had a new OS with features such as:
1. In the Pot Mapping, a variable amount from 0 - 100% and not just the fixed values 0, 25, 50, 100
2. Separate PWM per VCO (I don't think it's possible - but it never hurts to ask).
3. A "Shift" function to fine-tune the VCOs.
4. A new bank of sounds.
Share here what would like to have.
1. In the Pot Mapping, a variable amount from 0 - 100% and not just the fixed values 0, 25, 50, 100
2. Separate PWM per VCO (I don't think it's possible - but it never hurts to ask).
3. A "Shift" function to fine-tune the VCOs.
4. A new bank of sounds.
Share here what would like to have.
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Re: Request for new OS
An arpeggiator and/or step sequencer would be yummy
Re: Request for new OS
Yes, an arpeggiator (even a simple one) is sorely missed.
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Re: Request for new OS
not enough room in the software apparently.Amos addressed this awhile ago.Sofine wrote:An arpeggiator and/or step sequencer would be yummy
I actually came on here too post a question about the pot mapping. I would be happy even to have 75% available but variable would obviously be top choiceikazlar wrote:I think it's about time we had a new OS with features such as:
1. In the Pot Mapping, a variable amount from 0 - 100% and not just the fixed values 0, 25, 50, 100
2. Separate PWM per VCO (I don't think it's possible - but it never hurts to ask).
3. A "Shift" function to fine-tune the VCOs.
4. A new bank of sounds.
Share here what would like to have.
I have talked to moog techs a couple of times about having waveform modulation " kill switches" installed. so you could use vco 3 in low mode to give modulation to two vco waveforms without affecting it's own.... but I never heard back after that first conversation. in all fairness in the coming weeks they had pretty major announcements so I understand they were very busy with other things.
fine tune would also be pretty sweet
My modular so far: Q104, Q106 x2, Q107, Q108, Q109 x2 , Q116, Q118, Q127 w/Q140, Q130, STG Wave Folder, Mixer and Mankato playing with Moog Voyager, VX-351, CP-251, MF-104M x2 ( STEREO!) Volca Beats and Bass, Arturia Beat step
Re: Request for new OS
ikazlar wrote:I think it's about time we had a new OS with features such as:
1. In the Pot Mapping, a variable amount from 0 - 100% and not just the fixed values 0, 25, 50, 100
2. Separate PWM per VCO (I don't think it's possible - but it never hurts to ask).
3. A "Shift" function to fine-tune the VCOs.
4. A new bank of sounds.
Share here what would like to have.
Regarding #1, my "Pot Mapping" document addresses this on page 3:
Rudi Linhard, the Voyager’s software programmer, explains why only four Amount values are offered (Off, Quarter, Half, or
Full) instead of continuous values: “A calculation by 2 is much easier and faster for a microprocessor than 33 or 91. The
Voyager's processor has to calculate four pot values all the time, and (having to calculate) a continuous value from 1% to
100% would (dramatically) reduce the (Voyager’s) response time.”
Regarding #4, KnobTweak already has enough Voyager patches to easily fill another bank of sounds. Come get 'em!
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BTW - A fine tune WOULD be a pretty sweet addition!
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Re: Request for new OS
The real question is, wouldn't it be about time the CPU board of the now 14 years old Voyager (the design) be upgraded (once more) with a faster processor, and more memory, to accommodate new features (sold as an additional option) ? This board is easily user replaceable, or it could be installed by Moog at a fee (with extended warranty included)?
That could be a new source of revenues for Moog Music, and a great opportunity for existing Voyager owners around the world (there must be many thousands of them by now?) to upgrade their beloved Moog synth ?
'Just saying...
That could be a new source of revenues for Moog Music, and a great opportunity for existing Voyager owners around the world (there must be many thousands of them by now?) to upgrade their beloved Moog synth ?
'Just saying...
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DSI Prophet REV2
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Ensoniq SQ-80
Korg DW8000
Behringer DeepMind 12
Alesis Ion
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DSI Prophet REV2
Oberheim Matrix-6
Ensoniq SQ-80
Korg DW8000
Behringer DeepMind 12
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Re: Request for new OS
I would drop some cash for that!thealien666 wrote:The real question is, wouldn't it be about time the CPU board of the now 14 years old Voyager (the design) be upgraded (once more) with a faster processor, and more memory, to accommodate new features (sold as an additional option) ? This board is easily user replaceable, or it could be installed by Moog at a fee (with extended warranty included)?
That could be a new source of revenues for Moog Music, and a great opportunity for existing Voyager owners around the world (there must be many thousands of them by now?) to upgrade their beloved Moog synth ?
'Just saying...
My modular so far: Q104, Q106 x2, Q107, Q108, Q109 x2 , Q116, Q118, Q127 w/Q140, Q130, STG Wave Folder, Mixer and Mankato playing with Moog Voyager, VX-351, CP-251, MF-104M x2 ( STEREO!) Volca Beats and Bass, Arturia Beat step
Re: Request for new OS
That would require a complete rewrite of the OS. The Voyager OS was written in assembly and is 0% portable to a modern CPU. Then you'd have a pile of regression testing. Pretty big effort.thealien666 wrote:The real question is, wouldn't it be about time the CPU board of the now 14 years old Voyager (the design) be upgraded (once more) with a faster processor, and more memory, to accommodate new features (sold as an additional option) ? This board is easily user replaceable, or it could be installed by Moog at a fee (with extended warranty included)?
That could be a new source of revenues for Moog Music, and a great opportunity for existing Voyager owners around the world (there must be many thousands of them by now?) to upgrade their beloved Moog synth ?
'Just saying...
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Re: Request for new OS
I think in the near future we will see the voyager get discontinued, but probably not until they have another semi modular super synth lined up
My modular so far: Q104, Q106 x2, Q107, Q108, Q109 x2 , Q116, Q118, Q127 w/Q140, Q130, STG Wave Folder, Mixer and Mankato playing with Moog Voyager, VX-351, CP-251, MF-104M x2 ( STEREO!) Volca Beats and Bass, Arturia Beat step
Re: Request for new OS
The Voyager won't be discontinued until they issue the Steampunk Voyager, the Marble Countertop Voyager, the Hello Kitty Voyager...ColorForm2113 wrote:I think in the near future we will see the voyager get discontinued, but probably not until they have another semi modular super synth lined up
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HAHAHA my wife would love a hello kitty voyager!MC wrote:The Voyager won't be discontinued until they issue the Steampunk Voyager, the Marble Countertop Voyager, the Hello Kitty Voyager...ColorForm2113 wrote:I think in the near future we will see the voyager get discontinued, but probably not until they have another semi modular super synth lined up
My modular so far: Q104, Q106 x2, Q107, Q108, Q109 x2 , Q116, Q118, Q127 w/Q140, Q130, STG Wave Folder, Mixer and Mankato playing with Moog Voyager, VX-351, CP-251, MF-104M x2 ( STEREO!) Volca Beats and Bass, Arturia Beat step
Re: Request for new OS
I'd buy a Hello Kitty or Ghost in the Shell Voyager faceplate!
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Re: Request for new OS
Not necessarily. With today's programming tools, I'm sure Rudi could recompile the source code for other more modern and powerful processors, while adding extra features.MC wrote:That would require a complete rewrite of the OS. The Voyager OS was written in assembly and is 0% portable to a modern CPU. Then you'd have a pile of regression testing. Pretty big effort.thealien666 wrote:The real question is, wouldn't it be about time the CPU board of the now 14 years old Voyager (the design) be upgraded (once more) with a faster processor, and more memory, to accommodate new features (sold as an additional option) ? This board is easily user replaceable, or it could be installed by Moog at a fee (with extended warranty included)?
That could be a new source of revenues for Moog Music, and a great opportunity for existing Voyager owners around the world (there must be many thousands of them by now?) to upgrade their beloved Moog synth ?
'Just saying...
Moog Minimoog D (1975)
DSI OB6
DSI Prophet REV2
Oberheim Matrix-6
Ensoniq SQ-80
Korg DW8000
Behringer DeepMind 12
Alesis Ion
DSI OB6
DSI Prophet REV2
Oberheim Matrix-6
Ensoniq SQ-80
Korg DW8000
Behringer DeepMind 12
Alesis Ion
Re: Request for new OS
The Schroeder Voyager?MC wrote:The Voyager won't be discontinued until they issue the Steampunk Voyager, the Marble Countertop Voyager, the Hello Kitty Voyager...ColorForm2113 wrote:I think in the near future we will see the voyager get discontinued, but probably not until they have another semi modular super synth lined up
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Regarding the OS, Rudi must be working on it since there is at least one bug reported: http://forum.moogmusic.com/viewtopic.ph ... t+velocity
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T-III, Voyager, VX-351, Slim Phatty, Model D, Sub Phatty, Subsequent 37, Minitaur, all moogerfoogers and minifoogers, EW+, Theremini, Model 15, Filtatron, Animoog, Model D App, iOS 11 Mother-32, DFAM, Werkstatt, Win7, High Sierra