Twitter’in M8

Week by week a link floats around where busy bees find new ways to use modul8 without any signal from us other then modul8 itself… as is. The latest chapter in this thread comes from Flash designer Erik Kateborg who has designed a Flash based application that can load twitter feeds into modul8.

The project has two parts. One file that can be dropped into modul8 that will display the twitter feed texts and the other, an external one that allows you to interact with the flash file in modul8 keeping the interface out of view.

Thanks to Le Collagiste for the link to this. At the time of his posting the app was not yet finished but as of yesterday it is available for download.

I recall way back in 2005 when one of the VJs invited to the first edition of the Mapping Festival had an application that allowed people to send text messages that would be incorporated into his live set. This is essentially the same thing but now you can just have access to all of the twitter feeds out there or just have your own tweets displayed. Maybe when you take a break in the back stage you can tell the audience how many shots of vodka you are drinking?

I can also imagine just loading a random twitter feed and then improvising live based on the loaded text by either drawing or downloading images from the internet providing there is a connection where you are doing your gig.

I have a Drum & Bass party coming up and I am looking forward to giving this a swing myself.

posted by admin @ 26 September, 2009 4 comments »

Laser beams. No sharks but still happy.


. modul8 v2.6(beta) DMX test from a nomad on Vimeo.

Each and every modul8 user in his dark cavern, with access to lighting gear and midi controllers are starting to experiment with DMX. This just today off of the forums from user anomad (aka James, aka VJ 2c) who pulled out his lasers.

posted by admin @ 22 September, 2009 2 comments »

VJ DONKIE…


VJ DONKIE MODUL8 2.6 BETA TEST, PLAY, VJING from vjdonkie on Vimeo.

Never heard of this person before but quite obvious are two things: First that he did not waste any time and was probably the first person to upload a video that used the new beta and the second is that he has a special affection for the modul8 interface.

posted by admin @ 15 September, 2009 1 comment »

Modul8 v2.6 Public Beta

Public Beta v2.6

Hello everyone,

GarageCUBE has released a public beta of modul8 v2.6. It includes several new features and fixes as well as compatibility with Mac OS X Snow Leopard.

This public beta is free for testing to all registered users and will expire at the end of this month.

The final release will be a paid upgrade of 49 euros. For users who purchased modul8 within the last year the upgrade is free.

DO NOT USE THIS VERSION OF MODUL8 FOR PRODUCTION PURPOSES.

Features and changes
- Compatible with Mac OS X Snow Leopard.
- Irresponsive and blurred module buttons in Snow Leopard.
- Screenshot of preview/output.

Sound Analysis
- Sound Analysis Configuration panel accessible using ‘Edit > Sound Analysis.’
- Apply sound analysis through the Animation FX menus.
- New function for modules: modul8.getSoundBands() returns the 23 bands (20:low, 21:mid, 22: high)
- Adjusting the sound input level within modul8 changes the default input level in System Sound Preferences.

4x live camera input

Layers / Media
- Increased live video feed to 4 simultaneous streams. Cameras can be assigned to the inputs available in the Special Media panel using the QuickTime preferences panel in the Video Capture preferences.
- Dragging and dropping a folder with images into the media set creates a sequence that can be controlled like a movie. Adding and removing images from the folder will dynamically modify the sequence within modul8. The maximum pixel size of movie folder can be set in the preferences under the Misc tab.

Blend Modes
Blend Modes
- Additive and subtractive blend modes made available for all layers.
- Wacom tablet input is available in the module system. The Paint module has been modified to take advantage of this feature.
- Sound balance can now be controlled in the Opt. tab of the main layers interface.

DMX
DMX
- DMX support available exclusively using the Enttec DMX USB Pro device.
Using the module system it is now possible to control modul8 using DMX and to control DMX devices using modul8. Fully functional and sample DMX modules are currently available.
- DirectEvent returns a new type: DMX (universe, channel, value, timestamp).
- DMX functions for modules: getDMXUniverseList, sendDMX, getDMXValues.

MIDI / Keys
Import/Export Midi/Key mappings
- Automatic scan of MIDI devices when they are connected or disconnected.
- Added the option to filter MIDI devices. The filter is located in the preferences panel under the Key/MIDI Mapping tab.
- Import/export of MIDI and key mappings.

New module keywords:
direct_snapshot_mainOutput
direct_snapshot_previewWindow
direct_preview_position_z
direct_media_bilinearFiltering (write only)

Preferences
- The preview window can now be customized to any pixel size. This option replaces ‘free mode.’ Also added is a preset for 16/10 aspect ratio.
- Rendering size of Quartz Composer file can be set in the preferences under the Misc tab.

Bug fixes
- Added missing and or incomplete descriptions to the keyword browser.
- Modul8 was not receiving data from Korg nano kontrol when two controls were used simultaneously.
- In a specific instance the alpha IN/OUT buttons in Transformer/Particles were not updating.
- In some instances preview tabs disappeared when playing back a Logical Record.
- In the module system some values were returning incorrect values or the value could be misinterpreted.
- Logical Record not recording time position, not displaying counter accurately and Layer Logical Record not recording with Logical Record and hide/show of layers.
- Invert Output, Add Output colors and Trace not rendering when using a large Clip in Advanced Output.
- Double clicking on module icons, pressing command + Q on launch causing modul8 to crash.
- Search for missing files could produce memory leak.
- In some instances QuickTime movies in photo-jpeg codec could cause crashes.
- In modules using drawView, fillrect not erasing and filled canvas with color causing color to invert.

Freeframes plugins are now searched in:
“directory of Modul8″/Plug-Ins
/Library/Application Support/FreeFrame
~/Library/Graphics/FreeFrame Plug-Ins
    /Library/Graphics/FreeFrame Plug-Ins

If you have not received a message directly from us and would like to participate in the Beta release please contact me at support [at] garagecube [dot] com and I will provide you with the info for downloading it.

Your feedback is very valuable to us. If you find a problem please send contact support [at] garagecube [dot] com with your serial number, a clearly outlined description of the problem, your system profile and your crash logs if they are available.

A section of the forum has also been created for sharing your feedback with the community.

Happy testing!

Kind regards,
Modul8 Team

posted by admin @ 14 September, 2009 10 comments »

Mar-K.os launches Visual Drugstore with VJ workshops

The all around VJ Mar-K.os has started up his initiative, Visual Drugstore with a full 2 day, in depth VJ workshop to bring his 10 years of experience to a new generation of aspiring live video enthusiasts looking to soar to new heights.

Focus of the first day will be set to the production of visuals ranging from 3D and 2D to a whole night of studio production at the Visual Drugstore Studio including different camera types (from Panasonic HD Cam, Canon 5D Mark II to regular HD cams), models, dancers and a make-up artist.

The second day will deal with VJing in general, software training on the special Software “Modul8″, which allows you to create live performances and real time videos and mixing skills on Edirol`s V8 / V4 and a selection of Midi-equipment.

During both days the Visual Drugstore staff will take care of our ongoing professional VJs regarding workstations, studio equipment, catering/ dinners and of course the party on Friday night at the all new P1 Lounge & Club opening. All participants will be able to show their recently acquired skills at my new state-of-the-art VJ setup with 4 giant 15K Screens, loads of LED and a videoskulpture consisting of 8 projectors ­5 VJs will be able to mix at the same time. We will also use this workshop to scout new talents for our Visual Drugstore VJ-label, so pack up your gear and get ready.

When: 19.20.11.2009
Time: 19.(13:00 – about 02:00), 20.(11:00 – about 02:00)
Location: Visual Drugstore Studio Munich

For further information have a look.

posted by admin @ 13 September, 2009 0 comments »

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