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.
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Unleash Gritty and Gnarly Sounds with ADDAC System's Stereo Discrete MixerADDAC713 Eurorack Module
The ADDAC System's Stereo Discrete MixerADDAC713 Eurorack Module is a fully discrete analog mixer that can produce gritty and gnarly sounds. It has a wolf in sheep's clothing appearance but a dark and snarly soul that can push your sounds into a new realm. This module has four gain controls that can go to extreme levels, and the first three channels boast pan controls. The feedback knob can overdrive the entire mix, resulting in a gate effect. Additionally, it has a master output volume knob, soft clipping switch, and two LED monitors for the left and right channels. This mixer was initially designed for percussion use, with mono inputs and panning, but it now has an added stereo input for the first three channels, keeping the fourth in mono.
read moreTake Your Sound Design to Another Level with Erica Synths' Black Low Pass VCF Module
The Erica Synths Black Low Pass VCF is a must-have for sound designers who want to take their music-making to the next level. This highly stable 24dB/oct resonant low pass Voltage Controlled Filter (VCF) comes with various bonus features such as a post-filter overdrive circuit with an adjustable drive amount and a Black Filter Coupler connector. The module boasts voltage control over cutoff and resonance, a cutoff CV attenuverter, and a gain loss compensation on high resonance. When combined with the Black High Pass VCF and the Black Filter Coupler, it becomes an ultimate VCF for an analogue modular system. Get ready to experience a new depth of sound design with the Erica Synths Black Low Pass VCF module.
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 moreGetting Lost in Time and Sound: Exploring the Unique Distortion of Sovage Engineering's Faille Temporelle Eurorack Module
In the article "Getting Lost in Time and Sound: Exploring the Unique Distortion of Sovage Engineering's Faille Temporelle Eurorack Module" we take a closer look at this self-proclaimed "world's first time-warping distortion" and its ability to go from soft overdrive to extreme clipping distortion. The article delves into the unique tone of this distortion, thanks to its input and output driving stage that is inspired by the sound of old and obscure tape machine preamps from the 70s. The article also warns that this is a complex module that relies on happy accidents and emphasizes the importance of understanding the "DRY OVERLOAD" and "MORPH" functions to fully utilize the module's potential.
read moreGet Creative with the Erica Synths Black High Pass VCF: Voltage Control and Overdrive in One Module
The Erica Synths Black High Pass VCF is a must-have for any sound designer who is serious about analog sound. It features a highly stable, 24dB/oct resonant high pass VCF with voltage control over cutoff and resonance, as well as a built-in post-filter overdrive circuit with user-adjustable drive amount. When used in combination with the Black Low Pass VCF and the Black Filter Coupler, it creates the ultimate analog modular system with a Holy Trinity of VCFs. This module also offers gain loss compensation on high resonance, cutoff CV attenuverter, and voltage control over cutoff and resonance. Get creative with the Erica Synths Black High Pass VCF and take your sound to the next level.
read moreGet Creative with Favorite Avocado Toast: An Analog Filter, Modulator, and Overdrive in One Eurorack Module
The "Favorite Avocado Toast" is not your ordinary filter module - it's a powerful sound processing tool that allows you to shape your signal using a 24db/oct analog filter, add harmonics with its built-in modulator, and achieve a warm and "colored" sound with its overdrive on the output. This full analog module also has three CV inputs and can function as an oscillator. Check out Crazy Chicken Mod's Instagram for more information.
read moreA Filter of Crows: The Multi-Mode Overdrive Filter That Redefines Analog Synthesis
The Pittsburgh Modular A Filter of Crows is a multi-mode overdrive filter module that combines three analog technologies to redefine analog synthesis. The module features an ultra-high-gain preamp circuit that can provide up to 75x variable gain overdrive without sounding harsh, a 12db state variable "no-dead-spot" PGH filter with manually selectable and stackable filter responses (lowpass, bandpass, and highpass), and a resonant stability circuit that enables the PGH filter to provide near-infinite resonance without slipping into self-oscillation unless the user wants it to. The result is a module that creates rich, complex, and musically satisfying sounds.
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