The article delves into the Nonlinear Circuits Snake Joke Euclidian Pattern Generator, highlighting its innovative design conceived by Tom Hirst. This module employs a unique CMOS-based circuitry, enabling it to produce trigger, gate, and CV outputs with a focus on distributing events evenly across a 16-step sequence. It offers users the ability to dynamically switch between patterns using gate signals, creating unpredictable yet musically rich variations. While the fixed 16-step limitation exists, strategic use of the reset input can provide workarounds, enhancing its versatility. Overall, the Snake Joke serves as a powerful tool for musicians and sound designers seeking to unlock new rhythmic possibilities within their Eurorack systems.
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Unleashing Complexity: Exploring the Nonlinear Circuits Splish Module in Your Eurorack Setup
This article delves into the Nonlinear Circuits Splish module, focusing on its unique capabilities within a Eurorack setup. The Splish, a 4HP module, features three inputs and eight outputs that utilize difference rectifier circuits to manipulate incoming control voltages. This innovative design allows users to generate complex control voltages from simpler ones, making it particularly effective for enhancing the range and depth of modulation. The article explores practical applications for the module, demonstrating how it can be used to create intricate soundscapes and dynamic sequences, ultimately inviting users to experiment with new synthesis techniques. Additionally, the aesthetic options for this module, including the black Stealth panels, add a distinctive flair to any rack setup while also emphasizing its functional versatility.
read moreExploring Sonic Possibilities with the Nonlinear Circuits Razors: A Guide to the Freq Tripler/Harmonic Generator Module
This article explores the sonic possibilities of the Nonlinear Circuits Razors module, a dual voltage-controlled version of the Razor found in the Tinkle module. Designed to work with Sine and Triangle waves, this rough frequency tripler transforms a sine wave into three spikes of varying shapes and amplitudes. By adjusting the pots and incoming CV, users can further tweak the output. Turning the effect on/off is possible by setting the pots to 0 or 10, with the option to activate it using CV. The CV pot also impacts the sound, even when no signal is patched in.
read moreExploring Natural Complex Chaos with the Frisson Eurorack Module
natural complex chaos based on Mackey-Glass equations. The Frisson Eurorack module is a unique chaos module that offers easily controllable chaotic patterns based on the Mackey-Glass equations. It features a nonlinear stage, a low pass stage, and a delay stage consisting of 8 Bessel filters configured for sub-audio rates. The module can be controlled via CV or knobs to adjust the frequency and pattern of the chaos. With the switch to CV Phaser mode, the Bessel filter section can act as a voltage-controlled CV Phaser, providing 8 different outputs of delayed and slewed versions of the original CV signal. The module can be built to operate at different frequency ranges by following the provided capacitor values in the Build Notes.
read moreExploring the Nonlinear Circuits Snake Joke: A CMOS-based Euclidian Pattern & CV Generator by Tom Hirst
The Nonlinear Circuits Snake Joke is a unique CMOS-based Euclidian Pattern & CV Generator designed by Tom Hirst. The module offers a creative and dynamic approach to generating triggers, gates, and CV signals in a compact form factor. With just three CMOS chips, the Snake Joke provides versatile control over trigger patterns, allowing for intricate rhythms and patterns to be produced with ease. The module's ability to switch between patterns on the fly adds a layer of spontaneity to your compositions, while the CV output offers further modulation possibilities. While the Snake Joke is fixed to 16-step patterns, creative patching and thoughtful setup can overcome this limitation, making it a powerful tool for generating complex and evolving sequences.
read moreRecreating Alvin Lucier's I'm Sitting in a Room with Eurorack Magic: A Deep Dive into the Nonlinearcircuits I Was Sitting in a Room Module
This article delves into the intriguing Nonlinearcircuits I Was Sitting in a Room module, designed to recreate Alvin Lucier's iconic work 'I'm Sitting in a Room.' With nine PT2399 chips in series, the module offers voltage-controlled delay time and fixed delays, resulting in noisy yet captivating effects like reverse delay illusions. Experimentation with different outputs for feedback yields varied outcomes, while utilizing additional processing through VCF or Phase shifter can further enhance the sonic possibilities. Apart from serving as a tool for pseudo stereo, multi-phonic, and spatialization effects, the module demands careful consideration due to its high current consumption on the +12V rail.
read moreExploring Spatial Soundscapes: Navigating the Nonlinear Circuits I Was Sitting in a Room Eurorack Module
Explore the nonlinear circuits I Was Sitting in a Room Eurorack module for spatial soundscapes with unique delays and creative processing capabilities.
read moreSequencing Adventures: BLM Grids MK2, Sandy Freckle, Xfade 1U & Leaves Expander
This article explores the creative possibilities of combining the BLM Grids MK2, Sandy Freckle, Xfade 1U, and Leaves Expander in a Eurorack setup. The BLM Grids MK2 offers versatile percussion sequencing capabilities, while Sandy Freckle provides a unique pulse/burst generator experience. The Xfade 1U adds a DJ-style stereo crossfader and CV controller for smooth blending of audio signals. Finally, the Leaves Expander enhances voltage sequencing possibilities with multiple inputs and outputs, designed to complement Tree and other Turing Machine hosts. The synergistic combination of these modules promises a dynamic and innovative approach to Eurorack music production.
read moreTwins of Chorus: Castor & Pollux Harmonize with Chasing Lights and Video Mult
In this article, we explore the exciting combination of Winterbloom Castor & Pollux, ST Modular Chasing Lights, and Visible Signals Video Mult eurorack modules. The Castor & Pollux module is a dual Juno-inspired oscillator that offers rich, 80s sound with independent and mixed outputs. It also features a unique digitally-controlled chorusing effect. The Chasing Lights module is a versatile analog trigger sequencer with three channels, clock division options, and the ability to chain sequences for longer patterns. The Video Mult module solves the problem of signal loading and voltage drops when connecting one source signal to multiple modules, providing unity gain buffering for optimal performance. By combining these modules, you can create complex and harmonically rich electronic music setups. The article also mentions the Nonlinearcircuits More Black Panel module, which contains three individual cowbell circuits based on the TR-808, and the Ziqal Dimension MK3, a high-quality wavetable processor with advanced features.
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