The article "Analog Overdrive Adventures: High Pass VCF, Stereo Delays & Mangling Phasers" explores the creative potential of combining the Erica Synths Black High Pass VCF, Happy Nerding FX Aid, ST Modular DUCK, Bastl Instruments Basil, and Djupviks Elektronik The QU modules in a Eurorack setup. These modules offer unique features such as voltage control over cutoff and resonance, multiple audio effects with user presets, ducking and sidechaining capabilities, flexible stereo delay with modulation options, and a phaser and sound mangler inspired by vintage pedal designs. By creatively integrating these modules, modular synth enthusiasts can dive into a world of sonic experimentation and create captivating soundscapes.
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Ciao!!: The Ultimate Eurorack Output Module for Pristine Sound Conversion
The 'Ciao!!' module is a compact and performance-oriented output module designed for the best modular-to-line level conversion, featuring 2 stereo line outputs, a headphone amplifier, clever input normalization, and signal indication with line-level clip detection.
read moreExploring Limitless Dimensions: Unleashing the Sonic Possibilities of the Bastl Instruments Basil Eurorack Module
Explore the limitless sonic possibilities of the Bastl Instruments Basil Eurorack Module, a flexible stereo space delay that offers clean and lo-fi flavors, as well as an expansive Space section for experimental reverb. With its V/Oct input, filter in the feedback path, and various modulation options, Basil is not only perfect for clean effects and ambient washes, but also for creating distorted drones and being used as part of a Karplus-Strong synthesis voice. The Speed section allows for longer delay times and octave jumps, while the Freeze function acts as a micro looper. This module truly unleashes the frontiers of space and time in your modular setup.
read moreUnleashing Sonic Universes: Exploring the Versatility of the Bastl Instruments Ikarie Eurorack Module
The article "Unleashing Sonic Universes: Exploring the Versatility of the Bastl Instruments Ikarie Eurorack Module" delves into the features and capabilities of the Ikarie module. This unique stereo or dual peak filter offers continuous transition between lowpass and highpass filtering with a single knob, along with an envelope follower for enhanced sound animation. The module's dual filter cores can be modulated in sync for stereo effects or chained together to create a 24 dB filter. The Ikarie also features a dual peak filter mode and a "Beyond" output that delivers the spectral difference of the two filters, enabling a twin peak filter effect. With additional functionalities such as internal VCA, CV control over panning and resonance, optional input overdrive, and a compact form factor, the Ikarie opens up a vast universe of sound design possibilities. Developed through a collaboration between Bastl Instruments and Casper Electronics, this module balances resonance and envelope response superbly while offering a user-friendly control scheme. Explore the sonic versatility of the Ikarie and unleash your creativity.
read moreUnleash the Power of Your Modular System with Bastl Instruments Aikido: A Performative Quad VCA Mixer with Submix Routing and Envelope Followers
The Bastl Instruments Aikido is a modular quad VCA mixer with submix routing and two styles of integrated envelope followers, offering sidechain compression, expansion, and rapid routing experimentation. It features clickless mute switches, level faders, and dedicated attenuverters on each channel. The unit's envelope followers allow for signals to interact and mix in new ways, and its DC-coupled VCAs can be used for flexible modulation routing. The module offers flexible spectral compression and has multiple cascading mixers. It is an ideal tool for both central mixing and utility in a modular system.
read morePizza Eurorack Module Review: Exploring the Versatile FM & Wave-Shape Oscillator
The Pizza Eurorack module by Bastl Instruments is a versatile FM and wave-shape oscillator that packs a lot of features in a compact size. With three internal oscillators, FM synthesis with wave folding and ring modulation, three waveform outputs, octave transposition and detune, and assignable CV and CTRL knob, the Pizza offers excellent patch flexibility and control. The module also allows for firmware updates via micro USB, making it a great addition to any oscillator module setup.
read moreOptimizing Your Hybrid Setup with the Bastl Instruments Buddy Eurorack Stereo Mixer and Preamp
The Bastl Instruments Buddy Eurorack Stereo Mixer and Preamp is a four-channel stereo mixer optimized for hybrid setups. It features two channels (A and B) optimized for eurorack sources and two channels (C and D) that are line-level pre-amps with stereo TRS jack inputs for connecting desktop units. The mixer also features a clean boost via the NE5532 op-amp which delivers smooth overdrive that can be used to overdrive clean stereo signals. Furthermore, several Buddy mixers can be chained via jumper cables on the back to expand the number of channels without losing precious inputs. The module is perfect for use as an effects processor, stereo mixdown module, and for external stereo sound processors with eurorack voices. The Bastl Instruments Buddy Eurorack Stereo Mixer and Preamp is a must-have for anyone looking to optimize their hybrid setup.
read moreDiscover the Unique Sounds of the Bastl Instruments SoftPop SP2: A Semi-Modular Synth with Integrated Quantizer and Sequencer
The Bastl Instruments SoftPop SP2 is a semi-modular synthesizer with an integrated quantizer and sequencer. It's a unique instrument that has been in development for three years, and is a rework of the original 2017 CASPERxBASTL Softpop. The SoftPop SP2 is a radical subtractive synth that excels at both melody and noise equally, ranging from bassline bangers to angelic chord progressions and distorted beats. Its patchbay is eurorack compatible, and it has the additional capability of processing inbound audio through the filter and VCA. The SoftPop SP2 comes with a 16-pin eurorack power header that requires 5 volts in the bus-board, and adaptors for mounting to eurorack rails are available as open-source files.
read moreCiao Black by Bastl Instruments: The Compact Eurorack Module for High Quality Line Outputs and Headphone Amplification
The Bastl Instruments Ciao Black is a compact Eurorack module that provides high quality line outputs and headphone amplification for modular enthusiasts. With four line outputs (including two balanced outputs and one stereo output that can double as a second headphone output), this module is perfect for both recording and live performances. The headphone output can easily switch between the stereo channels, and a dedicated switch allows you to mix channel A and channel B. The Ciao Black also features an internal normalization that converts mono signals to stereo, and a line level clipping indication per channel.
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