Tuning the Etherwave Standard/Plus by Moog with ESPE01 by Thierry Frenkel | Carolina talks Theremin
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- Carolina shows how to tune and play an Etherwave Standard or Plus theremin by Moog, so you are able to use her octave technique throughout the whole pitch range.
Many thanks to Thierry Frenkel for sharing his experience on this subject!
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In order improve the linearity of the pitch field, you will need to install the "Etherwave Standard Pitch Extension" module by Thierry Frenkel.
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The ESPE01 module adds 2 octaves of range in the bass register of the Moog Etherwave Standard and PLUS theremins. It consists of a small electronic circuit that is installed onto the circuit board of the Etherwave. The installation should only be performed by people with experience in soldering and electronics.
The unaltered Etherwave theremin usually has a reliable pitch range from 1.5 octaves below middle C to 2.5 octaves above middle C. With the ESPE01 module installed the pitch range will start at 3.5 octaves below middle C, while the high register remains unaltered.
What is very important with any theremin is the linearity of the pitch field. Better linearity means more reliable pitch control. Usually the distances between notes are getting smaller in the high register, and larger in the low register, while in the lowest octave the distances gets smaller again. The ESPE01 module not only extends the pitch range, but also the linearity is improved, and continues into the lowest register.
Additionally the timbre of the Etherwave is a bit smoother when the ESPE01 module is present. This is especially noticeable in the low register, where with the original design the timbre can get quite harsh. With the ESPE01 module installed, the selected timbre is continued in the added low register, giving the Etherwave theremin an even more natural sonic flow to its full pitch range.
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I was able to find a Moog Etherwave standard online yesterday at a music store. They said it's in mint condition and sounds great. Should receive it next week and the stand is included. Thank you for sharing your knowledge on this video. Can't wait to try it out.😊❤
So eine charmante Theremin-Lehrerin, der man gerne zuhört, aber noch viel liebe ihre Konzerte genießt!
Brava Carolina, marvellous video!
So helpful! Many thanks, Daniel
Great teaching! Naturally gifted teacher. Gonna grab a theremini for now. Thanks.
Theremin is so GOOD!!I do want to have this.
oh wow!!! Carolina this is the BEST explanation on how the pitches work on the theremin. You are wonderful at explaining. I'n gonna try it now. I may want to have some lessons at a future date.
Fantastic instruction and well presented. A WONDERFUL demo from one beautiful musician. BRAVO.
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Since yesterday I own a theremini, a piece of non emotionally plastic. But for first contact and learning I think it's ok.
If I had known in the past how low the learn curve is ... I think after a week I'm just as perfect as you are.
I have so much fun with my theremini and my neighbors hopefully also.
Have you turned off the autotune on it?
Finally received and installed the ESPE01. It was a pain, and it didn't work the first point (my soldering points weren't sealed), but after getting it to work, my Etherwave Standard sounds better than ever. It was worth the effort.
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Carolina, you are a genius! It's just incredible! I love you! You are amazing, I can not describe my delight, I'm so happy, that I found again - your channel
:)
how to tune glissando instead of scale?
Thanks to your previous duet with that barmy guy I ended up getting a theramini! ! Now I have 2 instruments you don't touch. ..laser harp being the 1st. You should really publish these lessons in a book...or even a pdf. This has got to be the most logical and clear instructions I've found. The finger technique works perfect. ...now I don't sound like a poltergeist in distress
Hi Karl! Thanks for the suggestion :) I published a theremin method book in 2006, and now I’m writing the second! You can check the first one here: www.carolinaeyck.com/method All the best!
That was great! Thank you!
Nice Demonstration
Carolina, is your signature Theremin available for purchase anywhere? The one in the left corner of this video, absolutely fantastic creation.
I think that is the moog theremin pro. That version is not being produced anymore... only the standard one and the plus version
You might find a secondhand somewhere tho on internet maybe but I'm not shure never looked it up myself
I have a question about the module. I know it adds octaves and gives it a better tone. But with the module added to the theremin, will the Thermin continue to have its signature eerie/Alien esque sound?
+Meeah Reed Yes, it will sound even warmer.
Thank you so muchi.I do love Theremin.I do want to habe one.!!!
Hallo Carolina,
vielen Dank für deine tollen Videos! 🙂
Ich habe mir als absoluter Anfänger ein Etherwave Standart bestellt und ich bekomme es einfach nicht eingestellt. Der Punkt, an dem es keinen Ton von sich gibt, lässt sich nicht mehr als 20 cm entfernt von der Antenne einstellen und sobald ich weiter weg gehe, macht das Theremin wieder Töne. Weißt du, woran das eventuell liegen könnte? Ich habe schon so viel probiert. Das Theremin steht auch ganz frei. Ich wäre so dankbar für einen Tip 😊
Is this module still required for the etherwave that is currently available, or is it just for the older models standard and plus.
Hi Carolina, I shall be getting a theremin for my birthday in August. My question about them is whether I should opt for the theremini, theremin standard or plus. I don’t need the extended range and will only be using for personal pleasure. Would the theremini be useful as a teaching aid / step prior to getting a standard or plus? Do you still offer lessons? Thank you, in advance.
Hi, first thanks for sharing your skills in the different brilliant videos. It's a joy to see a player as accomplished as you demonstrating instrument technique and musicianship.
I have two questions:
1) Is there any trade off against the gain in range with the add-on module you mention? In other words, what's the effect on the sound, and could there be reasons to prefer the sound of the unmodified instrument?
2) I am a double bass player, and looking at the theremin technique I as you demonstrate it, I was wondering whether (right-handed) people with a background in playing a string instrument and considering the theremin as a second instrument (e.g. me) would not be better off in controlling pitch with their left hand, and articulation/volume with their right hand, as this matches what they are used to on their first instrument. Is it possible to switch sides on a theremin, to play it "left-handed"?
Hello and sorry for my late answer!
So, 1) I don't see a reason you would not want the module installed on your Etherwave Standard theremin. I personally like the sound much better with the module, especially when you are a bass player you will definitely enjoy it. It sounds richer and smoother and you get more notes in the bass register.
2) I get that question a lot and I can't really give you an answer to that, since I've always played the way I do now. I also studied a string instrument and I couldn't see any negative effect on playing the pitch on one instrument with my left hand and on the other with my right hand. I would suggest you simply try out what feels best for you. You can just turn your theremin around for that. If it feels better for you to play the other way around, there are also "left-handed theremins" you can buy.
I've been practicing on my zep theremin and really love it.
But there's no volume loop 😕.
But I have my etherwave standard on its way. And will add the expansion chip.
How much do you charge for your lessons? I would love to learn from the best!
Hey Maxus! You can learn more about my online lessons here: www.carolinaeyck.com/lessons :)
Great i will check it out!
Hey one question...
Would you know why my etherwave standard is only playing one octave (lowest bass octave)? And notes are very far apart from each other.
I've tried tuning the curcuit and thats the best I can get. Was just curious if you had any curcuit tuning techniques. I cant find much on the web. Thank you!
-Kaleb
This is after 6 hours of tuning the pitch curcuit.
th-cam.com/video/nlflpaKkWrY/w-d-xo.html
Woo got it!
Turns out it was a bad choke.
Now to practice away.
You can always use a guitar volume pedal. It's not the same, but at least you can have some control.
Hi! I was wondering how hard is this instrument to learn from 0...is it as hard as a violin or any other instrument? how much practice (months, years?) do you need to play the basics? I already play the violin, do you think that could help me? thanks a lot! :)
Hi! I would say it really depends on your musical ear how fast you can learn to play the theremin. If you already play the violin that can help you a lot. I have students who can play a scale after only 2 lessons, for some it takes 2 month. Anyways, I think it is good to have a teacher, if you feel that you are stuck at some point. Let me know, if you need help!
Thanks a lot! i was searching a theremin model to buy and start studyng..do yoiu give skype lessons? i live in Argentina and here there are no teachers for this wonderful instrument...thanks a lot for your advice! :)
Hi! Yes, I give skype lessons. Please have a look here: www.carolinaeyck.com/pages/en/teaching/book-a-lesson.php
If you have any questions regarding theremin models and so on, my FAQ could help: www.carolinaeyck.com/pages/en/about/theremin.php
Hi Carolina,
Thank you for your excellent videos! I am a violinist who has built a vacuum tube theremin from schematics.
Do the intervals get physically closer together in the higher range on the theremin as they do on the violin?
Or is this my imagination because of my stringed instrument experience?
Hi! Yes, the distances between the notes get smaller the higher the pitch. You can widen them by moving your body closer to the antenna when playing higher pitches.
I'm just starting with a new unaltered Etherwave Plus and your book, which I ordered from your website. Is the ESPE01 module required for a total noob? BTW, your playing brings tears to my eyes it''s so beautiful :)
I highly recommend the module! Besides adding the octaves, It improves linearity and even the timber of the instrument. :)
Thank you!
Hello! where can buy your books?
Hi Carolina! Thank you so much for this tutorial, very useful! Just one question: is it mandatory to install the module? Could I get playing skills and a good precision without it as well?
Thank you! :)
Hi Edoardo! You can get playing skills without the module, but for my octave playing technique it is much more convenient to have a linear pitch field and you will be able to play more precisely. Without the module you will have 2 or 3 linear octaves on the Etherwave Standard theremin. With the module the whole pitch field will be linear (about 7 octaves).
Hello! I have a Moog Theremin standard . How many octave will be added after ESPE01module is installed? Also, whether ESPE01 is recommanded to get most of the octave? Thanks your music! :)
It would be cool to have a graph of how hand position affects the sounds.
I have an etherwave theremin plus. Built from a kit. It's beautiful in tiger oak. Do i need the module to make it more linear? I assume the plus is just the CV addition and the module would still be needed in this version of the etherwave. Thanks for your awesome videos.
Hi! Without the module you probably have 2 or 3 linear octaves. With the module it will be 7 octaves!
Carolina, love your videos. Im NEW NEW NEW to this just got a Thermin Etherwave Pro. Is there a module for this also? & where do i get one. I notice have a hard time finding the notes, but Im new at it also. I play organ by ear so this should be fun.
Congratulation on getting an Etherwave Pro! It's a very good instrument. There is a module for the volume circuit. It will give you a much smoother start on the tone. If you want one, you can contact Thierry Frenkel or go to www.ethermagic.eu/modules
The Etherwave Pro has a linear pitch field, so you don't need to lean forward with your body to get a linear field (like I described in this video). Let me know, how it is going for you and if you need any advice via skype.
I'm interested in finding out more about your lessons.
Hi, Erick! Please check my page carolinaeyck.com/learn to find out more! :)
Hi Carolina, I'm a Keyboard player. I've been like maybe 5 years thinking to learn how to play the theremin. I don't know If, as a learner, it is better to buy an ethererwave ash or a theremini. Talking about keyboards I always thought that (if u have the budget) it is is better to practice from the beginning on a good piano/keyboard in order to learn the correct touch and sensation. The theremini looks to me more like a "fun" device and etherwave a more "serious" instrument. Could I know your opinion?
Hi Mauro! I’d recommend the Etherwave over the theremini. They are basically different instruments. Though you can still work your way on a theremini, I wouldn’t recommend it as a first choice to learn the instrument.
@@carolinaeyckvideos Thank you very much. I'll go for it then. Hopefully it will take me less than 10 years to make it play a couple of notes😅
Hey Carolina Eyck, What's the differences between the Etherwave Standard, Plus, and Pro Theremin?
read the info on the Moog site
HI it a very good explanation thank you I love il ❤
My theremin pitch antenna is slightly tilted. Is this normal? Will it affect the sound?
So I’ve seen this type of theremin for sale online, but it’s also all I’ve seen. Where did you get your usual theremin? The light tan-ish one in the background? Would you say a certain theremin is better for beginners? Do we have to buy tech additions so the sound the theremin’s produce sounds like what’s in your videos or just to get a good sound?
Hey! On my website there are some possible answers to your questions, please check it out! :) www.carolinaeyck.com/faq
Hello! NIce of you, that you explain us for free.... Well, I have my perfect pich and rarely any instruments meet my requirements. I am afraid, in my age my body refuses to help me to produce "perfect sounds for perfect pich" :-/
Good luck
Lovely, thank you. One question. I have a Standard without Thierry's module, and the distance required to span one octave changes radically with distance from the antenna. Close to the antenna, it can be less than a full-span; closer to the body a hand-span might only yield a fifth. Is the difference in the module, then? Thanks.
Hi! Yes, so this is how the field of a Standard is without the module. You can try to lean forward with your body in the higher register, so the distances between the notes will expand. With the module it will be definitely easier and more linear. Especially in the bass register.
Thanks!
Are there also Theremins for people who are left handed or would simply prefer to play it the other way around? I have only seen the ones where the regulation system is facing a person who is playing it the way you do in this video. But what about the people who would play it the other way around? They can't control the buttons if they stand on the other side of the instrument.
There are instruments for left handed people also
Which feature of Theremin attracted you most?
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You say the pitch range should be all in front of the body, but if someone like me is big hands and want to play with your octave technique it seems not possible to play the octave till you are in position 5, in my case. I mean Im big hands and if I have the full pitch range in front of me, the distance between pitch antenna and me is too short for playing like you play. I play an octave with 1-5 normally but Id like to play like you do. What do you think about?
Thank you and keep playing as nice as you do :)
Hi! Thank you for your question!
1. Please check your distance to the instrument. When you stretch your right arm, the wrist should touch the antenna. Don't sit any closer.
2. Tune the theremin so the lowest note is just behind your body. When you lean backwards with your body, you should reach the lowest note.
3. When you play in a high register you need to work with your body and lean forward to expand the field.
Try this out and let me know, if it works! Otherwise I'm happy to help via Skype!
nice!
How can I install these modules? I have a Moog Theremin.
You can find more information on the module here: www.ethermagic.eu/
I'm ordering my theremin today, and the Etherwave Plus is the device I decided to go with. A question on the module, though - I'm very out of practice with soldering, and I don't feel comfortable modding my own device considering its cost and my budget for if things go wrong. Does anyone have a suggestion as to where to start with finding someone who would be able to add the module for me? Are music shops that have repair centers usually able to do this in anyone's experience?
I asked around my group of friends, and there's actually a local musician that is able and willing to do the soldering for me!
thereminworld.com also has a lot of people experienced in modding and creating mods for theremins all around the world
Was the Therimin the instrument used to produce the sound track of the 1956 science fiction movie "The Forbidden Planet."
In Forbidden Planet they used a circuit of oscillators, not a theremin ;)
The fact that you know that is scary. I'm used to seeing young women on youtube talking about make-up and feminism. It's refreshing to see a young lady showing intelligence, talent and skill.
SonicRising There is nothing scary about it. The reason she knows this is because she has studied these thing. It has nothing to do with the sex of the individual. The more you know.
Hallo Carolina, dieses ESPE01 Modul von dem Herrn Frenkel, kann man das auch in ein älteres Big Briar Theremin einbauen? Sind die im Prinzip identisch mit dem Moog Etherwave Standard?
Wenn ja, würde ich das Teil direkt mal bestellen. Das hört sich ja nach phänomenal besserer Kontrolle der Töne an... :-))
grüße,
Thomas
Thomasooo2003 Hallo Thomas, die Antwort ist ja! Du kannst das Modul also bestellen. Liebe Grüße!
***** Dankeschön. Modul ist bestellt. Bin sehr gespannt, wie sich die Spieleigenschaften des Instrumentes verändern werden...
Grüße, Thomas
+Thomasooo2003
Sind Sie zufrieden damit?
What model types are the two theremins behind you?
Moog Etherwave Pro and BigBriar 91A :)
Hi Carolina! I have successfully installed the espe01 module into my BIG BRIAR Etherwave. The tone and timbre is greatly improved as is the range and the linearity. However, I cannot seem to get a full 2 octaves above middle C while still having a playable range.
Let me explain:
When properly tuned, the pitch range is now from 3 octaves below middle C to about 1.25 octaves above middle C.
I can use the pitch knob to get the higher C, but when I do, the entire field is reduced to only 1 octave and linearity suffers.
I am wondering if this is just the nature of the Big Briar? Or, perhaps there is something I can do so that I can get the full range?
Thank you SO MUCH for all of your instructional videos and recommendations!
Best,
Thor
+Led Blimpie Hi! That must be some technical issue... Maybe you can ask the best theremin expert Thierry Frenkel, if he knows an answer. facebook.com/theremin.luthier
+carolinaeyckvideos Hi Carolina. I spoke to Wilco Botermans and he sent me instructions to fix the issue. I now have INCREDIBLE range and linearity with my BIG BRIAR. Wilco is the person that has corresponded with me ever since I purchased the espe01 module that you recommend from the following website: www.ethermagic.eu/modules
Thanks again!
-Thor
+Led Blimpie That's great to hear! Happy practicing then! :)
Do you think it is better to start with the ESPE01 on the Moog etherwave plus from the start or add it to it later on? I am practicing it with my earphones BOSE QC25 (noise cancelling off or on makes little difference) and hear a hum in the tuning at zero beat (but it kind of disappears when turning very little).
Thank you
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you will need a little time to get used to the ESPE01, so you could install it right from the beginning
+Carolina Eyck thank you for replying. Do you recommend practicing with earphones or makes no difference?
Simples
Where did you get the burgundy color version of theremin?
Someone painted it for me.
are there any guitar peddles that will work with the standard etherwave? as apposed to the pluss.
Most of them would work!
@@carolinaeyckvideos you know Carolina as i recall,, some did work well and others did not .i am slowly learning that the theremin is an instrument that requires alot of patience . using a key board amp works well with my theremin and boss ve-20 but my ve-20 will not work with my theremin and PA style amp. but my theremin will work on its own with the PA and built in reverb. the adjustment on all of these devices as well as the theremin seem to be the key in getting a desired sound. the boss ve-20 has fine adjustments on each effect and i am able to get a much cleaner sound out of my standard.more pronounced less muffled .thanks for reminding Carolina ! and look forward to seeing/hearing more of your music.
how much is a lesson?
NICE BASSSSSSS oooooooooooooooooh...so nice how much for that upgrade ?
The module costs 59 Euro. You can find more information here: www.ethermagic.eu/modules
Really sounds a lot like a violin
Omg wtf the range is amazing. That bass is so thicc
HI, I just love watching your videos. Can you tell me how much you charge for a skype lesson?
Hi Tiffany, thank you for your interest! Please write an e-mail to talktheremin(at)gmail.com and I can give you all details about theremin lessons.
You are very lovely. I could listen to you all day. x
this comment is super creepy
What is this magic
This girl has an unhealthy interest in Theremins ... perfect!
There's nothing wrong with that
my God u r beautiful
my god you're insensitive
there's nothing insensitive with the comment. Maybe a little weird, but not unfeeling.
This must be a lesbian movement.
the theremin has too big delays.
no it doesn't
Would you marry me?
You are beautiful
find something else to say