Buchla 400
Ryan Gaston Ryan Gaston

Buchla 400

The Buchla 400 was the prototype for what has became the modern digital audio workstation. Multiple software programs, sophisticated user interface and pre-midi external digital interfacing were all present on this design from 1981. In Part 1 : Overview - we take a look at the 400 Series concept.

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From the Archives
From the Archives Richard Smith From the Archives Richard Smith

From the Archives

Have you ever wondered why Donald Buchla chose to separate audio and control signals in his instruments? Of course you have.

In early 1971 Don took some time to explain this seemingly bizarre decision for the readers of Source: Music of the Avant Garde. Here it is for your enjoyment and information.

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The Garden Weasel
Ryan Gaston Ryan Gaston

The Garden Weasel

The Music Easel is the ultimate gardening tool. Click here to learn more!

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Don
Don Buchla Richard Smith Don Buchla Richard Smith

Don

Some personal thoughts about Donald Buchla and his philosophies on the design and marketing of his electronic musical instruments.

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The What?
Richard Smith Richard Smith

The What?

What is this all about anyway?

A brief introduction about the past, present and some ideas about the future for the Buchla Archives.

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The Book
Richard Smith Richard Smith

The Book

An update on the long-in-progress book about Donald Buchla’s instruments, life, and creative work.

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Restorations
Richard Smith Richard Smith

Restorations

A quick note on my restoration work on vintage Buchla instruments.

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The Past
Richard Smith Richard Smith

The Past

In some ways, the Buchla Archives started in 2000, with the launch of electricmusicbox.com. Here are some thoughts on the old site, and links to access it.

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