It’s a reflection of how big the modular‑synth world has grown, in the last decade or so, that a book like this can be commercially viable. But as many modular aficionados will already know, Patch & Tweak With Moog is just the latest in an expanding catalogue by Danish author, musician and designer Kim Bjørn. Given that it’s sold only via specialist outlets and at a premium price‑point, it looks as if the concept and format is positively flourishing. Explore the principles of semi-modular synthesis through these beautiful machines, and supercharge your creativity with dozens of tips, techniques, and patches – perfect for synth beginners, experienced pros, Korg enthusiasts, and ARP lovers alike. Modular synthesis concepts and ideas Meet the creative minds of Korg’s great history, from Fumio Mieda and Junichi Ikeuchi to Tatsuya Takahashi and the new generation of Korg engineers, as well as the keepers of the ARP legacy: Dina Pearlman, David Friend, and David Mash. Specifications Bundle Besides a comprehensive introduction to synthesis and its history, the book covers systematic sections on concepts, purpose and creative possibilities of specific modules. Enjoy colourful diagrams, presentations of both popular and rare modules, semi-modular and software, as well as techniques for patching and how to get started.

Modular synthesizers are an open book waiting to be written – a prospect that can be pretty scary for a beginner. PATCH & TWEAK is here to help, with step-by-step strategies for building a modular that will reflect your creative desires. Start with an empty case, and learn about everything that can go into it. There’s even a guide to semi-modular and software solutions to help get you started. The book’s focus is on deepening your knowledge of synthesis with Moog’s mainstream patchable instruments – the Mother-32, DFAM, Subharmonicon, Grandmother& Matriarch. It offers historical information on Moog’s original modulars and a timeline and overview of Moog instrument designs, but the bulk of the book focuses on the company’s current lineup of patchable synthesizers. A cornerstone of PATCH & TWEAK is a bouquet of inspirational interviews with significant creators and major artists. Learn about their systems, philosophies, patching secrets, performance tips, and passion for modular synthesis. For PATCH & TWEAK, bjooks creator Kim Bjørn sought out the best co-author possible for a book of this kind: none other than Chris Meyer, world-renowned modular synthesis educator (learningmodular.com). Chris and Kim have created a book overflowing with helpful hints, beautiful illustrations, and hundreds of inspiring ideas, with the help of the editing team of Paul Nagle and Diana Smethurst, with assistance from Sam Molineaux, Nanna Clausen, and Isabella Bondo Bjørn. by exploring the functional, artistic, philosophical, and aesthetic worlds within the mysterious link between player and machine.Ean Golden, Axel Hartmann, Larry Heard, Roger Linn, Keith McMillen, Moldover, Jordan Rudess, Dave Smith, Tatsuya Takahashi, and others, along with well-known music industry brands like Ableton, Arturia, DJ TechTools, Elektron, Korg, Make Noise, monome, Moog, Native Instruments, Novation, Propellerhead, Roland, Teenage Engineering, and Yamaha. A cornerstone ofPATCH & TWEAKis a bouquet of inspirational interviews with significant creators and major artists. Learn about their systems, philosophies, patching secrets, performance tips, and passion for modular synthesis. Insider interviews with Moog engineers and a look into the company’s factory in Asheville, North Carolina KORG, in collaboration with noted publisher Bjooks, (“PUSH TURN MOVE”, “PATCH & TWEAK” series...) is proud to present a fascinating KORG and ARP synth exploration experience in the form of this special, limited edition Bundle.

Engineer, educator, and inspiration to many, Robert Moog carried his creative fire from theremins built in his parents’ home to synthesizers that redefined modern music, becoming a household name in the process. We bring you an exclusive retrospective of Bob Moog’s life, as well as an interview with Herb Deutsch, the man who helped Bob Moog design the first Moog Modular. The book concludes with an extraordinary 66-year illustrated timeline of Moog products and a look at Moog Music today, and multiple interviews honor employees past and present who carry Bob’s vision forward. Very pretty book, and I browse it every now and then when I'm confused or need inspiration, and I have learned things. Modular synth designers and makers draw inspiration from a whole world of ideas… and maybe beyond. Have you ever wondered how they come up with these grand designs? Find out with an unprecedented collection of interviews with the geniuses at Bastl Instruments, Endorphin.es, Erica Synths, Fraptools, Intellijel, Make Noise, Moog, Music Thing Modular, Mutable Instruments, Noise Engineering, Rossum Electro-Music, Serge, Synthesizers.com, Verbos Electronics, WMD, 4ms Company, and more. Enjoy new and exclusive artist interviews with Pete Townshend, Jean-Michel Jarre, Richard Devine, Andrew Huang, Panic Girl, Legowelt, Red Means Recording, Maude Vôs, Kabuki, Moe Shop, Kristin Hsiao, TALsounds, Robby Stambler, ALOO, ChrisLody, Olga Prudey, On High Mountains, and Loopop.NTS-2 wouldn’t be complete without a precise and easy-to-use Tuner with multiple display modes! Nu:Tekt DIY fun NTS-2 is an oscilloscope, tuner, FFT and spectrum analyser that is accurate, intuitive, and incredibly useful. It comes in kit form and can be easily built with no soldering, usually taking no more than 10 minutes! NTS-2 can be easily connected into your synth rig using the dual stereo IN, dual stereo THRU/OUT, and two separate OUTPUTs – then you can use its dual waveform generators to give yourself an extra pair of oscillators or LFOs! Meet the artists, designers, makers and their instruments and see how they have shaped the world of electronic music. PATCH & TWEAKhas a foreword by Suzanne Ciani, is written by Kim Bjørn and Chris Meyer, and edited by Paul Nagle.

The NTS-2 kit and book were conceived and developed to complement each other, providing not only a fascinating insight into synth usage and history, but also the tools to guide and inspire synth lovers at any stage of their musical journey. The Nu:Tekt NTS-2 is a DIY “Swiss army knife” for musicians. Building on a 4-channel oscilloscope, it includes a flexible waveform generator, spectrum analyser, and tuner functions that make it the ideal addition to any studio. Discover the full story of Korg and ARP synth with detailed timelines, beautiful imagery, and plenty of information. Interviews with members of the Korg and ARP teams shed light on the product creation process, and you’ll enjoy never-heard stories, anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes information Exclusive interviews PATCH & TWEAKprovides an opportunity for new and experienced users to become true masters of their modular systems by exploring, explaining, and demystifying a range of topics relevant to anyone interested in modular synths or just synthesis itself. Caterina Barbieri, Ian Boddy, Russell E. L. Butler, Richard Devine, Hataken, Bana Haffar , Tom Holkenborg aka Junkie XL , Andrew Huang , Lady Starlight , NODE , Robert Rich , Robin Rimbaud / Scanner , Hans Zimmer , and many more.

As well as systematic sections and general subjects PATCH & TWEAK features interviews with the passionate makers of modules and systems, and the artists who use them, and influence them. We have already started interviewing – and when more artists are confirmed, we will keep you updated!

Author, designer, and electronic musician Kim Bjørn, in collaboration with Moog Music, recently published a new book in his series for electronic musicians ( Patch & Tweak, Pedal Crush, P ush Turn Move) – Patch & Tweak With Moog. With these two caveats in mind, Patch & Tweak With Moog is a must-have book for Moog fans. Readers will learn about Moog history, how the company creates new designs and how artists work with their instruments. And, if you own any of the synths that the book covers in depth, you’ll find patch diagrams to try, insight on the instruments from their creators and inspiration from well-known synthesists. The forward is by Hans Zimmer, who shares his personal experience in taking inspiration from early synth albums like Switched On Bach. He also shares this history of his personal Moog modular system, which was originally owned by The Beatles, then The Rolling Stones and then Chris Franke of Tangerine Dream. Valuable as all this is, the interviews and synth history features might well be the main attraction for some readers. They’re consistently colourful, often intriguing and inspiring, and all evocatively illustrated with photographs. The odd sniff of Moog sycophancy is easily understood in context, and actually there’s at least as much implied criticism of individual synth models (Trent Reznor talks about his Voyager “resting in the shed”), and frank recognition that not every synth excels in every role. Other luminaries include Suzanne Ciani, Hideki Matsutake (Tomita’s assistant in the ’70s), Daniel Miller (Mute Records) and Bob Moog’s long‑time collaborator Herb Deutsch. This bundle combines the NTS-2, a powerful new tool optimized for a variety of studio tasks, and the “PATCH & TWEAK with KORG” book, a comprehensive look at semi-modular synthesis through the lens of KORG and ARP’s iconic synthesizers. Along with a multitude of artist interviews, patch tips, tutorials, historical explorations, and more, this book will teach you how to put the NTS-2’s power to work in your studio as a companion to your synthesizers and audio gear.There are also numerous patch diagrams throughout, from basic concepts to favorite patches of many of the artists we interviewed. And beyond that, the information on how each type of module works and interacts with others will lead you to create new sounds – your own sounds – from scratch. We also don’t just tell you now to use that popular module everybody said you should buy; we make you aware of dozens of modules that perform similar functions in different ways. Our goal is to show you what to look for in a module to meet your own specific needs, as well as what new capabilities it will give you. In addition, Patch & Tweak With Moog features dozens of interviews. These include artist interviews with musicians like Suzanne Ciani, Trent Reznor, Stranger Things composers Michael Stein and Kyle Dixon, and Moog modular co-designer Herb Deutsch. And it also includes interviews with Moog engineers, who tell the stories of how instruments like the Mother-32 came to be and discuss the inspiration for the unique Subharmonicon.