GleixThe I.F.D., or Industrial Feedback Device, is an audiovisual synthesizer based around a no-input video feedback loop, video RAM and buffer manipulations, simple oscillator functionality, audio reactivity, CV implementation to allow easy integration into an existing modular ecosystem (esp. eurorack), and a visual method for building unique waveforms and sounds.
The I/O includes two composite video outputs, a VGA output, an external audio input (1/8” and 1/4”), and a standard 2.1mm barrel jack for a 5v power supply.
Similar builds can be custom made - feel free to reach out via my website where I have a contact form, as well as a dedicated form for video synthesizer requests.
All music in this video is my own and is either unreleased or available via gleix.net
The I.F.D., A semi-modular audiovisual synthesizer // Model No. GVS006 // Gleix DevicesGleix2020-12-03 | The I.F.D., or Industrial Feedback Device, is an audiovisual synthesizer based around a no-input video feedback loop, video RAM and buffer manipulations, simple oscillator functionality, audio reactivity, CV implementation to allow easy integration into an existing modular ecosystem (esp. eurorack), and a visual method for building unique waveforms and sounds.
The I/O includes two composite video outputs, a VGA output, an external audio input (1/8” and 1/4”), and a standard 2.1mm barrel jack for a 5v power supply.
Similar builds can be custom made - feel free to reach out via my website where I have a contact form, as well as a dedicated form for video synthesizer requests.
All music in this video is my own and is either unreleased or available via gleix.net
#m8tracker #synthwave #chillwaveBroken Alias - Commuter Focus (Album Stream + Visualizer)Gleix2023-03-03 | Picking up where 'FM in the B4' left off in 2020, 'Commuter Focus' is a return to form exploring melodically driven lofi synthwave, bitpop, and chiptune sounds with a focus on FM synthesis.
In an homage to video game music stylings, 'Commuter Focus' pulls inspiration from a number of disparate genres, but blends them together into a cohesive package by utilizing a similar set of voices.
Tracks like 'Eggshells' and 'Exist 4 Cute' pull in classic chiptune-esque sounds and melodies. Meanwhile, tracks like 'Imbiber' pay respects to psychedelic dub, and 'Frost Kill' explores Jazz, Rock, and DnB.
Music written during travels and commutes using Caustic 3 for Android. Visuals in TouchDesigner.
Composed, Produced, Mixed, Mastered, Album Art, Visualizer by George Gleixner.
Hope you've all had a good start to 2023~Electric Zoo 2022 NYC // The LandingGleix2022-09-10 | Scenes from Electric Zoo 2022, held from September 2-4 on Randall's Island in NYC, which I'm very grateful to have had the opportunity to help run visuals at.
These shots are from Stage 2, 'The Landing', which featured a stage design utilizing five LED walls, rounded out to appear as portals. This video shows a few moments from sets by Carl Cox, Dimension, DJ Diesel (Shaq), Loco Dice, and others. Full lineup available at electriczoo.com
Custom visual content for this event was provided by Sila Sveta (https://silasveta.com). Additional VJing by Erin Wajufos (https://www.erinwajufos.digital/)
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixGleix // Broken Alias Live Set @ STILLSUITE • 7/31/2022 • Brooklyn Chiptune & SynthwaveGleix2022-08-15 | Brief recap shots from a performance at STILLSUITE, an A/V showcase held at Millennium Film Workshop in Brooklyn the other week.
I was asked to perform as part of the showcase and opted to focus on music this time around, and to give my chiptune focused project Broken Alias some attention, with Erin Wajufos (of Never Knows Better) providing some stellar accompanying visual projections. This 1 hour set was a sort of 'mobile music showcase' for me, utilizing unreleased material from 3 upcoming albums which were written and performed using LSDJ on the Nintendo Gameboy, the Dirtywave M8 portable tracker, and Caustic 3 - a DAW for mobile. I also decided to lug six of my CRT Scopes across town to display the music's waveforms (and, subsequently, think a lot about that exhausting choice).
Thanks so much to Erin and Anto who curated the showcase for having me, Erin for the custom live visuals, Dolphinuppercut who shot and cut together this video (during the event!), and all those who had kind words or just stuck around 🕹🎵
Be sure to check out all the other talent that was a part of this fantastic live A/V showcase, as well as the host of the event, Millenium Film Workshop in Brooklyn!
I'm very grateful for the opportunity to have played a part in All Day I Dream at The Brooklyn Mirage for the first time this year, as this is an event that's typically been without a visual accompaniment in the space. For use on this season's new LED wall, a custom controllable generative visual system was built out for the show and performed with over the course of the 10 hour event.
It was an exciting challenge to bring such a large new creative element to the show that stayed fairly unassuming and scenic in nature, so as not to detract from what the show is meant to be, while still staying dynamic and evolving throughout the event - especially during the shift from day to night. Some live network editing in TouchDesigner throughout the show helped to keep things exciting, and allowed the backdrop to truly grow and evolve spontaneously as the show went on.
*Unfortunately my widest lens just didn't cut it for this one - hence the panning and whatnot. Lesson learned, wider fish-eye lens acquired! I'd recommend checking out the photos in the post linked above.
Many thank yous to Billy for the opportunity, the whole ADID team for the trust afforded me while working a new creative element into the show, and those with reassuring kind words post-show.
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixTesting Bed // Sync Eater Analog Glitch FX Processor by Gleix DevicesGleix2022-07-13 | Post-build function tests (CRT).
#glitchart #videoart #analogvideoTouchDesigner Essentials 101 Tutorial - corndogGleix2022-06-01 | The stuff they won't teach you at meetups or summits because it would make you too powerful. corndogcity.com
Best practice I didn't mention due to it being negligible in this case - use a texture SOP on your dog components post-merge for proper texture application. The fine-grain noise made it look fine without bothering. I don't know why I do these things. Is there an audience for dry long-form touchdesigner 'humor?'Analog video feedback (CCTV Camera, CRT TV, Sync Eater), glitch artGleix2022-05-31 | Some moments from a session tinkering with some old school feedback loops using a Panasonic WV-CP464 CCTV Camera with a Sync Eater in line.
Music made on the Dirtywave M8 Tracker, channeling my inner Com Truise a bit.
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixBoris Brejcha @ The Brooklyn Mirage 5/22/2022 • Visuals RecapGleix2022-05-25 | Visuals for Boris Brejcha @ The Brooklyn Mirage. Custom controllable generative visual system built in Touchdesigner.
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixCopacetic 001: DJ Seinfeld (Analog visuals installation / event recap)Gleix2022-05-25 | Quick recap of the first edition of Copacetic on 5/13 at Avant Gardner. Very grateful to have been part of this; seeing things come together after a couple months working out the visual & analog tech side of things was extremely rewarding.
The night featured some intimate, groovy sets by DJ Seinfeld, Black Loops, and Haruka.
My role was to help plan & develop the visuals & analog tech, and integrate them into the venue's show-specific installations:
• DJ booth backdrop contained 8x modded CRT TVs receiving audio feeds, each displaying real-time waveforms via the internal deflection circuits. (gleix.net/crtscope)
Massive 40+ CRT wall installation by CRT superheroes Smooth Canoe (instagram.com/smoothcanoe_) being fed:
• Analog visuals generated via the DIY video modular + mx12 feedback loops • Audience facing analog camera feed + glitch processing via the Sync Eater + custom breakout box in front of the wall to give the audience some basic physical controls over the glitch processing • Custom real-time branded visual systems in Touchdesigner + live glitch processing via the Sync Eater
• Wall projection displaying a collection of analog CCTV Cam + Sync Eater + CRT TV feedback loops
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixSasha and John Digweed @ The Brooklyn Mirage 9/24/2021 • Visual RecapGleix2022-05-24 | Custom controllable generative visual system built in Touchdesigner to supplement provided VJ clips, incl. recreations of the poster logo.
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixBoris Brejcha @ The Brooklyn Mirage 9/13/2021 • Visual RecapGleix2022-05-24 | Custom controllable generative visual system built in Touchdesigner utilizing Boris Brejcha's logos.
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixAnxiety Dreams • 5/18/2022Gleix2022-05-03 | On 5/18/2022 I'll be self-releasing my album Anxiety Dreams.
This is an album I focused on heavily over the course of a few years. I funneled all of myself (and free time) into it, and it's taken a lot of time for me to finally release it, having finished it 3-4 years ago. This ~40 minute gapless album is my largest and most personal work, and I'm still very proud of the material.
Part of me thought there would be some perfect scenario & accompaniment for its release, but unrealistic expectations only allowed me to continue delaying it while becoming more detached from the material. Part of me also had trouble building out a bigger release scenario for it after completing the music due to the associations that I have with it.
I can't put it off any longer, though. It's a thorn in my side I'm ready to yank out; I'm excited to share it with the world and move forward.
This album explores elements of IDM, ambient, breakcore/drill n' bass, classical, and a series of other genres while drifting through a patchwork of melodic atmospheres and excessively detailed rhythm sections. Composed using hardware synthesizers, home built machines, soft synths and a collection of personal recordings, Anxiety Dreams oscillates between emotions - a series of calm moments are punctuated by intense, fast-paced psychedelic dysphoria in an attempt to navigate a sonic landscape which has been primarily informed by hardships and nightmares.
To all of those who provided feedback and supported me during its long development, who've heard nearly every iteration, and who know how long this album was in the works - thank you.
Two singles from this release, 'Data Will Call' & 'Anhedonics Anonymous' are currently available @ gleix.bandcamp.com & on streaming services.
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixAnxiety Dreams • 5/18/2022Gleix2022-04-28 | On 5/18/2022 I'll be self-releasing my album Anxiety Dreams.
This is an album I focused on heavily over the course of a few years. I funneled all of myself (and free time) into it, and it's taken a lot of time for me to finally release it, having finished it 3-4 years ago. This ~40 minute gapless album is my largest and most personal work, and I'm still very proud of the material.
Part of me thought there would be some perfect scenario & accompaniment for its release, but unrealistic expectations only allowed me to continue delaying it while becoming more detached from the material. Part of me also had trouble building out a bigger release scenario for it after completing the music due to the associations that I have with it.
I can't put it off any longer, though. It's a thorn in my side I'm ready to yank out; I'm excited to share it with the world and move forward.
This album explores elements of IDM, ambient, breakcore/drill n' bass, classical, and a series of other genres while drifting through a patchwork of melodic atmospheres and excessively detailed rhythm sections. Composed using hardware synthesizers, home built machines, soft synths and a collection of personal recordings, Anxiety Dreams oscillates between emotions - a series of calm moments are punctuated by intense, fast-paced psychedelic dysphoria in an attempt to navigate a sonic landscape which has been primarily informed by hardships and nightmares.
To all of those who provided feedback and supported me during its long development, who've heard nearly every iteration, and who know how long this album was in the works - thank you.
Two singles from this release, 'Data Will Call' & 'Anhedonics Anonymous' are currently available @ gleix.bandcamp.com & on streaming services.
Original composition by Toby Fox. Covered on the M8 using internal synth engines 'cept the samples for the drums & voice intro. Project bundle available on request.
#dirtywavem8 #m8trackerDirtywave M8 Display App // Key press viewer, touchscreen control, OBS overlay, visual effectsGleix2022-02-21 | Additions to the M8 Display app built in TouchDesigner, could be a good option for headless users.
0:00 - Intro 0:31 - Features 4:00 - Lightweight version for overlays / OBS 5:10 - Blabbering about the project file 7:20 - possible additions 9:25 - Wrap up
M8 came last week and I haven't been able to put it down - the hype around this thing is completely warranted. This project started as me wanting to make a quick key-press viewer and I got kinda sucked into it, thought I'd share the project in case other M8 users are interested. Additional features may be added and noted on the github.
Please note that this isn't an official version of the Dirtywave M8 Display App - just a personal project built on top of the original that I wanted to share. Functionality is not guaranteed.
#m8tracker #touchdesigner #dirtywavem8Subpixel Trudge // 🎶 Dirtywave M8 Tracker (Chiptune, Synthwave, DnB)Gleix2022-02-20 | First track on the M8. Haven't been able to put it down since it came last week, I'm absolutely in love with this little machine.
The Sync Eater is an analog video effects processor which boasts a series of knobs, switches, buttons, and CV inputs making it suitable for both studio & live use. With a focus on glitch visuals achieved through experimentation, it easily slots into any composite video workflow where a classic distorted analog style is desired. This release model utilizes custom PCBs, PCB mounted controls, and a silkscreen printed front panel.
00:00 - Promo shots 01:00 - Background info, intro 01:50 - Video capture info 03:03 - Enclosure layout, i/o, control scheme 03:42 - Simple signal processing 1, basic tweaks, luma shift 05:35 - Simple signal processing 2, Primary modulation, processing 07:30 - Simple signal processing 3, colors, experiments 11:51 - Complex signal processing, AI generated faces 13:03 - CV inputs & modular integration 15:50 - Extended experiments w/ faces 20:27 - Wrap up, references
Capture methods used in this video: • CRT (top left): Sony Trinitron 13” CRT TV KV-13M42 shot with a Panasonic G85, 12-40mm F2.8 • Direct composite capture card (bottom right): Elgato Video Capture • Hdmi capture (top right): Sync eater into a Panasonic WJ-MX12 video mixer, into a Rasfox Composite to HDMI converter, into an Elgato Cam Link 4k HDMI capture card
All music in this video is my own and is either unreleased or available via my website, bandcamp, or common streaming services as Gleix or Broken Alias. If released, my music is typically made available under Creative Commons Licensing.
2022 gleix.net instagram.com/gleixTwin Peaks analog glitch visuals // Sync Eater by Gleix DevicesGleix2022-01-24 | Twin Peaks processed with the Sync Eater, captured directly via a composite video capture card, no TBC.
The Sync Eater, which was started as a personal prototype (youtu.be/rwGbV4e8B6s) has a proper release model I've wrapped up and will be sharing soon.
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixTommy Trash Live Jaguwawa Tour 2022 // Visuals PromoGleix2022-01-24 | I had the opportunity to put together a pack of visuals for Tommy Trash's 2022 Jaguwawa tour this year, just wanted to get a little video cut together to show a few. If you get the chance you should stop by one of his shows to groove and maybe catch some visions of the world as a melting glitchy psychedelic mess (assuming the venue has video capabilities :p).
Track is Tommy Trash - hiiigh
Thanks to Tommy, Derrick, & the rest of the team for the opportunity to work on cool projects like this the past few months.
Note: Any ads being run on this video are not my own choice, but are being run by the copyright holders of the music used.
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixTouchdesigner Tutorial // Recreating the bouncing DVD Logo ScreensaverGleix2021-12-15 | One of those quick projects that was just a "I wonder if I know how to do that" type thing. This is a quick & dirty recreation of something simple that a lot of people are familiar with using some core concepts. Not a lot of math to get things pixel perfect, but could be a nice quick project if you're learning.
00:00 - Intro 01:14 - Basics, importing the logo 05:30 - Making the logo move 08:22 - Fine tuning the movement 10:35 - Random color on bounce 15:05 - We did it! quick tinkering w0w death grips 16:29 - Wrapup
Like I mention in the video, I think trying to recreate things you're familiar with is a fantastic way to learn new software - especially in the case of Touchdesigner! Once you start to understand how the building blocks work, and learn a few different techniques, you can start to easily break things down into combinations of simple functions. If you have any requests for 'recreation' tutorials in Touchdesigner let me know, I love tackling things like this!
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixGleix - Ablation Cutie (Official Music Video)Gleix2021-12-12 | Music video for the titular track off of the Ablation Cutie EP, out today on most streaming services.
Bandcamp: https://gleix.bandcamp.com/album/abla... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6wZAQy... Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/abla...
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixGleix - 60Hz (Live AV performance) // NKB x Ars Electronica NYC (Live video modular, Touchdesigner)Gleix2021-09-23 | Performed live on September 9th, 2021 at Culture Lab LIC in NYC as part of a showcase put together by Never Knows Better at the Ars Electronica Festival Garden.
This performance utilizes a fully DIY modular audiovisual synthesizer, a collection of custom controllable systems built in Touchdesigner, and a CRT TV which has been modified into an pseudo-oscilloscope receiving dedicated audio & video feeds to generate colored waveforms.
Three 60Hz tones are generated by the AV modular representing the three RGB color channels, panned left, center, and right respectively. These three underlying tones, which the piece is fully built around, have harmonics which shift depending on the shape of the individual color channels in the image, with peaks of amplitude being built for each color's pixels as the image is scanned through on each refresh of the video signal. Additional waveform generators and simple oscillators are injected into the color channels and 'played' in tune with the underlying tones by dialing in exact frequencies, which at multiples of 60Hz, will also form stable scanlines in the receiving color channel.
Touchdesigner serves as a collection of controllable systems for handling & manipulating audio, video output from the modular, as a standalone visual system, to introduce generative elements and contained-randomness when triggering external audio elements and visual subsystems, and for general data & MIDI processing. Percussive elements, rhodes, and additional audio processing in FL Studio.
Thank you Erin Wajufos & Ulisespal for providing additional footage https://www.erinwajufos.digital/ http://www.ulisespal.comTouchDesigner Tutorial - Simple pixel art drawing pad that converts to voxels, pixel stackingGleix2021-08-10 | Here's my first TD tutorial - tried to keep the video beginner friendly. This gets into how to make a simple tool for drawing pixel art and converting it into voxels in real time - then I talk a little bit about how to expand it for pixel stacking, and experiment with a few different ways that could turn this into a more functional little tool!
Timestamps (actual tutorial part is about 30 minutes)
00:00 - Intro 01:22 - Getting started 04:27 - Making the drawing pad 19:50 - Converting our drawing into voxels 25:22 - brrrr brrrrrr big contest brr brr 29:20 - Expansion idea: Basic brush tools 29:58 - Expansion idea: Layers for pixel stacking 34:14 - Expansion idea: Instance data manipulation for interesting voxel placement/movement 37:00 - Expansion idea: Importing external pixel art 39:04 - Expansion idea: Brush spacing, opacity & alpha stuff 42:47 - Expansion idea: Drawing feedback manipulations & external TOP data
#touchdesigner #tutorial #touchdesignerlearningVimana Semi-modular Video Synthesizer & FX Processor // Model No. GVS010 // Gleix DevicesGleix2021-07-20 | This device is model no. GVS010 and is the first in the series to feature a fully revised internal design & silkscreen printed front panels. All additional circuits have been consolidated into a proper PCB, and all controls are now PCB mounted as well.
2021 gleix.net instagram.com/gleixMaking analog video feedback with GVS010 & a Panasonic WJ-MX12 composite video mixerGleix2021-07-20 | In this video I get into some experiments with an old Panasonic WJ-MX12 composite video mixer & GVS010. This was a loose and sleepy shoot that goes off the rails a little bit halfway through, with it being shot (and eventually edited) at the end of some long days, so enjoy the ramblings, pretty colors, and maybe learn something?
00:00 - Intro thoughts, signal flow 01:00 - Gettin' started, basic experiments 04:12 - BE CAREFUL CAPTAIN 04:30 - Using an external image as a 'starting point' 06:55 - Getting lost, experiments 12:05 - Keying 16:06 - finger thing, final keying experiments 18:58 - wrap up
All music in this video is my own and is either unreleased or available via https://www.gleix.net under Creative Commons Licensing.
2021 gleix.net instagram.com/gleixMy DIY Modular Video Synthesizer! // Gleix DevicesGleix2021-06-03 | Been a long time coming! Happy to finally get a basic demo together for this build I made over the course of a few months last year. Hope you enjoy! Might make more videos or stream about this thing in the future to explore some of the things I glossed over and show some other things it can do.
00:00 - Intro shots 00:36 - A little info & background 02:24 - Quick module rundown 03:37 - Let's start making a patch! Video signal path, simple glitch 06:52 - Basic dual LFO/Oscilllator use 08:02 - Signal generators, making shapes 13:28 - Explaining how shapes are made more in depth using Touchdesigner 15:24 - Developing the patch further 17:14 - Freeze function & slit-scan 19:30 - Changing things up a bit 20:50 - Sound! 🔊 Making the patch audiovisual 25:52 - Getting lost 28:03 - Repatching a few things 28:47 - Extended audiovisual experiments and having fun 32:34 - Wrap-up (progress photos, thoughts, updates) 33:51 - Patreon? 33:26 - Links n' stuff
All music in this video is my own and is either unreleased or available via gleix.net under Creative Commons Licensing.
#diymodular #videosynthesizer #eurorackAnalog visuals // DIY Modular Video Synthesizer + Panasonic WJ-MX12 Video MixerGleix2021-05-11 | Some analog video experiments from a few weeks ago after I picked up the MX12. A video on my DIY modular is on the way! gleix.net/modular
gleix.net instagram.com/gleix patreon.com/gleixSquarepusher - Theme From Ernest Borgnine (condensed synth cover)Gleix2021-05-11 | A highly condensed/quick live cover of one of my favorite Squarepusher tracks, "Theme From Ernest Borgnine." That main melody still makes its way into my head every so often and the 303 line is nuts (I think I got it pretty close!)
Sub Phatty // SH-101 lead x0xb0x // 303 line Mother-32 // pseudo pads Drum loops lifted from original
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixSync Eater (Prototype) // Analog video glitch effects processorGleix2021-04-09 | The Sync Eater is an analog video effects processor with a focus on glitches and visual experimentation. This abomination of a personal prototype was made using the first round of prototype boards. I'm currently finishing up revisions for the final version which will have a standardized front panel & CV implementation, and will be released for sale sometime soon-ish.
Not reinventing the wheel here to be sure. This started as a personal side project, but I ended up really enjoying putting together my own take on this sort of device and it'd grown in scope enough for me to feel comfortable releasing it once I finish it up.
All music in this video is my own and is either unreleased or available via gleix.net under Creative Commons Licensing.Synth foolin // Gear Spotlight: Circuit Bent Roland TR-626Gleix2021-04-04 | Been awhile since I did anything like this. Minimal set up, lots of garbage, but there were some nice moments. Streamed live 4/3/2021.
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixSick stream // TouchDesigner antibioticsGleix2021-04-04 | no healthcare no problemGleix - Aurora (Migration) // Live Touchdesigner PerformanceGleix2021-03-22 | One of two pieces originally premiered at Lightbox in NYC as part of the Creative Code Art festival last November. "Aurora (Migration)" is an extra wide real-time render that was performed utilizing a controllable particle system & processing effects chains. It's also a variation on previous performances with a similar system.
The music in this piece is "Pretend You're Not," a track curated from a collection of live ambient rehearsal recordings made in the run up to a live performance at Avant Gardner in February, 2020.
Thank you to the space, organizers, and all involved in the Creative Code Festival:
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixVapor Dream Video Synthesizer // Model No. GVS009 // Gleix devicesGleix2021-03-17 | My most recent video synthesizer is Vaporwave themed, CV enabled, and utilizes a magnetically attachable customized mini LCD monitor.
2021 gleix.net instagram.com/gleixGlitch Hornet Video Synthesizer & Visual FX Processor // Model No. GVS008 // Gleix DevicesGleix2021-02-05 | This device is model no. GVS008 and is the first in the series to feature an external video input, and custom CNC’d front & rear panels. This machine is similar to The I.F.D. in terms of feature set, minus CV implementation and + the video input. The input allows this model not only to function as an audiovisual synthesizer and internal feedback generator, but as a loopback for use with video mixers, and as a standalone glitchy video FX processor similar to the VGS35 & GVM002.
00:00 - Promo thing 00:40 - Intro 02:15 - I/O, basic img controls, menu options 04:08 - Freeze control, alt pixel mode demo 05:14 - Color controls, oscillator 07:10 - Audio input (abbreviated, see IFD) 08:23 - Noise generator 09:50 - Additional menu 10:22 - Patchbay for glitches, audio out, signal in (abbreviated, see IFD) 12:20 - Processing an external video source 14:15 - Using GVS008 as a loopback with a video mixer for more complex feedback within a compositing chain (basic setup) 15:43 - Classic lofi luma-keying technique for video feedback on an external source 16:08 - Extended experiments (Kepler 🐈) 18:00 - Extended experiments (thumbs up business man 👍) 20:00 - Extended experiments (Alt-pixel mode using the freeze function to create a mosaic effect on an external video source 🛷) 20:42 - Wrap-up
All music in this video is my own and is either unreleased or available via gleix.net and brokenalias.com under Creative Commons Licensing.
00.00 Gleix - Therapy Boat (currently unreleased) 00.30 Gleix - Talk About It All (youtube.com/watch?v=uJSxfQhdj4c) 04.00 Gleix - Cut It Out (currently unreleased) 08.25 Gleix - Snowdrift (currently unreleased) 15.20 Broken Alias - Brooklyn Bridge in Twilight 18.21 Broken Alias - Power Thru 20.42 Broken Alias - New Crown
Those last three Broken Alias tracks are available on the album "Travelchip" on streaming platforms & cassette via lagomaudiovisual.com and on Bandcamp.
2021 gleix.net instagram.com/gleixGlass Curtain // Video bending, analog glitch visualsGleix2021-01-25 | Continued experiments with a glitch circuit in progress.
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixReaction Diffusion // Analog Glitch CircuitGleix2021-01-18 | Simple reaction diffusion system in Touchdesigner being processed by a glitch circuit I'm working on. It started out as the Archer Video Enhancer circuit and has been slowly growing over the past few days. That original circuit was traced and kindly provided by Psyingo here: electro-music.com/forum/topic-55059.html
Music is Shrine by Miel off of the album "Tourist Season" which I highly suggest checking out.
gleix.net instagram.com/gleixBroken Alias - Maneater (Hall & Oates 8-bit Gameboy chiptune cover, LSDJ)Gleix2021-01-13 | This is my cover of Maneater by Hall & Oates written in LSDJ 8.5.1 for the Nintendo Gameboy.
The visuals on the left monitor were performed by sending the original music video through my DIY video modular: http://gleix.net/modular (Primarily through GVM002)
brokenalias.com instagram.com/brokenaliasCustom CNCd frontpanel // 3018Gleix2021-01-10 | In the never ending quest to learn new things and increase my home manufacturing capabilities I picked up a little desktop CNC. I've spent the past few weeks learning my way around G-code, breaking end mills, troubleshooting weird quirks and cursing at the thing, but I finally reached my first goalpost: a custom engraved aluminum front panel. Tons of ideas in my head & looking forward to experimenting with this thing further. This one will be on the next video synthesizer.
To be more specific here, it's a 3018 ProVer which is made by Sainsmart which, yes, can engrave aluminum with some effort. And this wasn't soft aluminum either. Just took a bit of effort and patience in testing different bits, speeds & feeds to get the desired result. This one was done by painting & clear-coating the panel and then engraving the paint away. A manual height map was made as well. I had done an automatic probed height map before painting it, but the panel warped during the process of getting the component holes drilled out.
I might consider making a step-by-step video on how I got to this point in the future for anybody curious about doing their own front panels at home - I think this machine is fairly capable for this sort of thing.
#glitchart #creativecoding #touchdesignerWinter Freeze Feedback-centric video synthesizer // Model No. GVS007 // Gleix DevicesGleix2020-12-22 | This device is model no. GVS007 and is a continuation in this series of feedback-centric video synthesizers. This video doesn't go in depth since the functionality is similar to previous machines, but outlines a couple unique features.
The enclosure was customized based on client requests in dark green with white splatters. Sort of a minty vibe. The name “Winter Freeze” comes from the enclosure theme, and also the feature which this is the first to utilize - image freezing. This device also refines the "alternate pixel mode" mod from previous versions.
0:00 - Intro 0:40 - Freeze & glitch functions 1:40 - Alternate pixel mode 2:28 - Brief experimentation in alternate pixel mode 3:49 - Brief experimentation in regular mode with glitches & thresholding 4:33 - Freeze functionality differences between Composite and VGA 5:38 - Side tracked, what were we talking about? 6:06 - Basic functions 6:50 - Wrap up, what's up next
All music in this video is my own and is either unreleased or available via gleix.net and brokenalias.com under Creative Commons Licensing.
Similar builds can be custom made - feel free to reach out via my website where I have a contact form, as well as a dedicated form for video synthesizer requests.