BAF 2025: Tobinsky Instruments Harmonic Timing Generator

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"At NAMM 2025, we caught up with Tom from Tobinsky, who presented the *Harmonic Timing Generator*. This innovative piece of gear creates harmonics of its basic signal, which can be utilized in either low frequency or audio modes. Tom demonstrated how the generator can control up to four tracks of a sequencer, showcasing its ability to maintain harmonic timing.

The generator features a master out section, along with selectable tracks, enabling complex modulation including ratcheting effects. The setup also incorporates a control panel with switches, allowing you to seamlessly connect and synchronize with other devices.

Furthermore, Tom highlighted its open architecture, which offers a scanner mixing function. This feature can transform waveforms into sine waves for mellow tones or pan signals for mixing. You can control it via CV inputs, offering a wide range of creative possibilities. The prototypes are in production, with an estimated price around $400.

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The Harmonic Timing Generator is a versatile Eurorack module that blends advanced clock generation with harmonic waveform manipulation. Designed to seamlessly integrate with the Tobinski Sequencer and Interpolating Scanner, this module is an exceptional tool for rhythmic and tonal creativity in your modular system.

As a reference clock generator, the Harmonic Timing Generator produces a base frequency with analogue multipliers (x1 to x8) to generate complex timing signals. Three selectors provide manual or voltage-controlled frequency switching, offering flexibility for intricate sequencing patterns. An LFO mode enables slower clocking rates, ideal for driving sequencers or generating modulation sources.

When used with the Interpolating Scanner, the sawtooth outputs of the Harmonic Timing Generator are transformed into sine waves. This allows the module to function as a harmonic oscillator at audio rates or as a versatile modulation source in LFO mode. Its dual functionality ensures that it can adapt to a wide range of patching needs, from rhythm generation to rich harmonic exploration.

The Harmonic Timing Generator is a versatile and creative tool, offering rhythmic and harmonic possibilities that complement any modular synthesizer setup. Its integration with other Tobinski modules ensures a cohesive and expansive sonic palette.