Source of Uncertainty

15/06/2022

We have been quiet the past couple of months as we are taking a little break, but we will be back in August with a really great show! I wonder what the featured module will be….

30/03/2022

It's time for Episode 31! In this episode, we got the opportunity to talk with David Kean about his time working, and being friends, with Don Buchla. David commissioned a few modules (255, 297, 299) that eventually led to Don developing the 200e system. We then dig into the byproduct module that came from these commissions, the Duophonic Pitch Class Generator Model 260e.

Welcome to episode 31 of Source Of Uncertainty. In this episode we got the opportunity to talk with David Kean about his time working, and being friends with Don Buchla. He commissioned a few modules (255, 297, 299) that eventually led to Don developing the 200e system. We then dig into the byproduc...

19/11/2021

I have neglected to update you all on new episodes. Blame the summer doldrums. We have had four action-packed episodes since May (we took a wee break one month), with some great guests: Steven Barsky, Alex Pleninger from Keen Association, and Andrew Kilpatrick + Patrick McMaster. Get caught up at https://sourceofuncertainty.audio.

We are passionate about Buchla: the person, the history, the instrument, the music people create with it, and the community. In each episode, we cover a featured module and interview interesting people in the Buchla community, including artists, manufacturers, and a few legends.

26/05/2021

We are back with Episode 24! In this episode, we kind of go back to where it all began: the Source of Uncertainty! We play with the MEMS versions of the 164, 264, 265, and 266! And we did it in person! Then we talk to Chip & Mark from MEMS for a rousing conversation about everything, and I mean everything! Enjoy!

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Welcome to episode 24 (or is it 23?) of Source Of Uncertainty. We are excited to welcome back Mark and Chip from the MEMS Project, and had a great time digging into their “Boat Of Uncertainty.”

24/02/2021

And here we go with episode 21! In this banger of an ep, Kyle and Robert talk to Passepartout Duo about the instruments they make, traveling the world to make music, and their new album that pairs an early SFTMC / Buchla 100 Series system and piano.
Kyle digs into the 194F Bandpass Filter and blabs on and on about the "swirl" patch using "Quadrature mode" on the 281r Quad Function Generator. Bonus: Robert speaks French!

Thanks for listening!

Welcome to episode 21 of Source Of Uncertainty. In this episode Robert & Kyle talk to Nicoletta & Christopher from Passepartout Duo about their new album “Epigrams”. Kyle also digs into the Bandpass Filter Model 194F.

27/01/2021

Episode 20 is out and we have two amazing guests: Robert and Kyle! Join us as we talk about our musical influences and how we came to Buchla. We also talk about our new albums. Thanks for listening!

Welcome to episode 20 of Source Of Uncertainty. In this episode Robert & Kyle talk about some module news, how they got into music/Buchla and the new albums they recently released.

02/01/2021

Episode 19 is our last episode of 2020 and features an exploration of the Polyphonic Tuner Model 272e and a great conversation with Benge!

Welcome to episode 19 of Source Of Uncertainty. In this episode Robert digs into the Polyphonic Tuner Model 272e, and then we chat with Benge!

25/11/2020

Episode 18 of the Source Of Uncertainty Podcast is now out! This month I dig into the Zorx Ribbon Controller and we talk to its creator, Ellison Wolf, who is also the editor-in-chief of Waveform Magazine. Something to listen to while you dry brine and spatchcock your turkey. If you're into that sort of thing.
http://sourceofuncertainty.audio/.../episode-18-ellison.../
Happy Thanksgiving!

Welcome to episode 18 of Source Of Uncertainty. In this episode Robert and Kyle talk about Kyle’s new Buchla album: DARK SPARKLER – “Are You Working With Me, Or Against Me?” available at darksparkler.bandcamp.com. Kyle takes the ZORX Ribbon Controller out for a patch or two, and then they ta...

02/08/2020

Our guest this month is the illustrious Doug Clauder. The conversation was really interesting. Robert messes around with the 258e in the featured module segment. And we have a bit too much fun in the intro....

Welcome to episode 14 of Source Of Uncertainty. In this episode we talk to Doug Clauder from Studio H about his modular beginnings and how he got into making modules to solve problems within his system. Before our chat, Robert show’s off the lovely Studio H Dual Programmable Oscillator.

24/06/2020

This month we celebrate the 1-year anniversary of the show! Our guest is the vibrant and absolutely fascinating Morton Subotnick, and we couldn't be more excited. The module topic is delay. Kyle takes a look at the Buchla 277r and Robert explores the 1979 Digital Stereo Delay. Enjoy!

In this very special 1 year anniversary episode of Source Of Uncertainty we talk to the legendary Morton Subotnick!!!! Before we talk with Mort, we explore 2 delay modules within the Buchla ecosystem, the 277r Signal Delay Unit, and the new 1979 DSD.

28/05/2020

Episode 12 is live! In this episode of Source Of Uncertainty we explore the idea of a “Base Patch” and share our findings. We then get to chat with composer Barry Schrader about teaching at CalArts, composing music for a sci-fi cult classic, and dig into how he made the seminal Buchla album “Lost Atlantis.”

In this episode of Source Of Uncertainty we explore the idea of a “Base Patch” and share our findings. We then get to chat with composer Barry Schrader about teaching at CalArts, composing music for a sci-fi cult classic, and dig into how he made the seminal Buchla album “Lost Atlantis.”

29/02/2020

Two Americans, a Frenchman, and a German hop on a call.... Episode 9 of Source of Uncertainty is out and we're hanging with the guys from Northern Light Modular. Kyle says "episode ten" and has to edit it, Robert turns his mic gain up too high, and the episode features two patches!

Welcome to episode 9 of Source Of Uncertainty! In this episode Robert and Kyle each patch with the Northern Light Modular h series modules. Then they talk to the people that made the system, Marc Borri & Sascha Haber.

27/12/2019

Say hello to seven! In this episode, we explore the Multi-Dimensional Kinesthetic Input Port Model 223e and talk to Buchla associate Joel Davel about working with Don Buchla on controllers like the Thunder and the Lumina. Then Peter Nyboer from Sensel joins the call. This episode was a lot of fun!

Hello: 0:00 Patching with the 223e: 14:00 Interview with Joel Davel: 55:55Peter Nyboer joins the conversation: 1:37:45Goodbye: 2:11:20 Visit Joel’s website at: http://absolutedeviation.com/Find the Sensel Morph Thunder Pad here: https://sensel.com/collections/all/products/morph-with-buchla-thunder...

27/12/2019

Say hello to seven! In this episode, we explore the Multi-Dimensional Kinesthetic Input Port Model 223e and talk to Buchla associate Joel Davel about working with Don Buchla on controllers like the Thunder and the Lumina. Then Peter Nyboer from Sensel joins the call. This episode was a lot of fun!

http://sourceofuncertainty.audio/podcast/episode-7-223e-joel-davel-peter-nyboer/

27/11/2019

On episode 6 of Source Of Uncertainty we get to explore one of the rarest Buchla modules, a replica of the Waveform Synthesizer Model 132. We then get to speak to Chip Flynn and Mark Milanovich about the recreation of the 132 (and many other modules), and their exciting M.E.M.S Project.

06/11/2019

Number five is alive! In the latest episode, we talk to Nathan Moody about his new album and, of course, mastering. The featured modules are the Buchla 281e and 292e. Come have a listen.

https://sourceofuncertainty.audio/podcast/episode-5-281292-nathan-moody/

06/11/2019

Our new website is live! Check it out at http://sourceofuncertainty.audio

27/09/2019

OMG we talked about eurorack in a Buchla podcast?! This month's feature is the new Buchla Red Panel system with guest host Tim Held of Podular Modcast fame! And our interview is with Eric Fox, owner of Buchla USA. This is our biggest show yet.

We have reached the 4th episode of Source Of Uncertainty, and we're playing with Eurorack modules? YES! Buchla USA's RED PANEL system is now available and we explore this modular time machine with our podcasting brethren Tim Held from the Podular Modcast. ...

22/09/2019

Episode 4 comes out on Wednesday September 25. This episode has *two* special guests! Maybe you can guess who....

08/09/2019

Episode 3 of Source of Uncertainty is out! In this episode, Kyle and Robert play with the Buchla-format versions of Mutable Instruments modules from 1979! We also talk to Wes Milholen, the man behind Grayscale and 1979. The "carnival of nightmares" patch we make on the 1979 modules can't be missed. :)

On the 3rd episode of Source Of Uncertainty we talk to Wes Milholen about his Buchla adaptations of Clouds, Rings & Braids. Oh my! Show Notes  Hello: 0:00 Buchlaish News: 10:00 1979 Chat: 15:45 Music Spotlight: 21:30 Featured Module: 27:50 Wes Milholen...

05/08/2019

A monthly podcast focused on Buchla electronic modular instruments....

03/08/2019

Source Of Uncertainty is a monthly podcast that focuses on Buchla modular instruments. Each month, hosts Robert & Kyle talk about pertinent Buchla news, spotlight musical releases that involve Buchla instruments, explore a featured module, and interview a special guest.

03/08/2019

31/07/2019

31/07/2019

The latest episode of the Source Of Uncertainty podcast treads into deep waters with the control voltage leviathan known as the Multiple Arbitrary Function Generator Model 248. We are then honored to talk with the iconic composer and Buchla legend, Suzanne Ciani.

Listen at http://sourceofuncertainty.audio.