Exploring Carnatic Music with the 'beers-melakarta' Eurorack Module takes musicians on an ancestral sequencing journey inspired by the complexities of Melakarta ragas. Developed collaboratively with a unique design approach, this module offers a blend of carnatic music traditions with modern electronic sequencing capabilities. The module features intricate functionality for selecting raga pitch sets, binary-addressable intervals, and clock-controlled sequencing, providing a versatile tool for both performance and experimentation. With a focus on analog circuitry and precise tuning, this 16hp module opens up a world of creative possibilities, bridging the gap between traditional Indian music and contemporary electronic music production.
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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.
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Discover the Make Noise Function Module: a versatile single channel function generator with unique features like VC Rise and Fall, exponential to logarithmic shaping, Gate and trigger inputs, and a "Hang" function for intricate modulation possibilities. Ideal for crafting complex envelopes, wave shapes, and sample and hold effects in your Eurorack setup, offering a wide range of functions from short bursts to extended cycles. Unlock your creative potential with this analog computer module designed for control voltage manipulation in synthesis, perfectly complementing your modular system for innovative sound design possibilities.
read moreVoltage Wizards & Fader Magicians: Unleashing Modulation Mayhem
Voltage Wizards & Fader Magicians: Unleashing Modulation Mayhem dives into the creative world of Eurorack modular synthesis by combining three powerful modules. The article explores the precision and versatility of the Befaco VOLTIO, a manual voltage source calibrated to the 1V/octave standard. It also delves into the DROID M4 motor fader unit by Der Mann Mit Der Maschine, offering motorized faders for intuitive and expressive control in your patches. Lastly, the ALM034 Pamela's PRO Workout module is highlighted for its clocked modulation capabilities and extensive features, providing endless possibilities for synced modulation in a compact form factor. With the addition of these modules to your setup, you can unlock new realms of sonic exploration and performance in your Eurorack builds.
read moreChaos & Control: SoftPop SP2, DROID M4, AC3-1U, Caudal, Slope
This article explores the combination of the SoftPop SP2, DROID M4, AC3-1U, Caudal, and Slope eurorack modules to create a unique blend of chaos and control in your music production setup. The SoftPop SP2 offers unconventional digital control for generating both melody and noise, while the DROID M4 provides motorized faders with haptic feedback for intuitive control over parameters. The AC3-1U module allows for simple computations and voltage manipulation, adding depth to your sound design. The Caudal module brings mechanical chaos sources like pendulum and planets into your system, offering eight output signals for modulation. Lastly, the Slope module is a voltage-controlled slope generator inspired by the classic Serge Dual Universal Slope Generator, adding versatile modulation capabilities to your setup. Explore the interplay of chaos and control with this diverse set of eurorack modules.
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Unleashing Chaos: Explore the Fancyyyyy-rung-divisions Polyrhythmic Clock Divider—a versatile module combining shift registers, pulse dividers, logic operations, and more. Create complex polyrhythmic gate and CV patterns, generate auditory illusions, and experiment with feedback for chaotic results. Find out more at https://www.fancysynthesis.net/.
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Discover the Steady State Fate Entity Ultra-Perc, an analog percussion synthesizer module offering advanced features such as twin resonant core signal generator, updated dynamics controls, dedicated VC envelopes, noise generator with LP/HP VCF, and external input for processing signals. Expand its capabilities as a signal processor to create advanced percussion or transform it into a twin peak resonant VCF. Experience a wide range of voltage controllable parameters in this 100% analog module.
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