Instruō Introduces dhà - Compact Yet Powerful Stereo Mixer Module

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Timestamps:
00:00:00 Instruōduction
00:01:12 dhà overview
00:02:04 Expansion (back jacks)
00:03:08 What is normal?
00:04:18 What's in this video:
00:05:06 What's in the patch
00:05:31 dhà-dhà-càrn-dhà-càrn
00:06:13 Foundation Bass (stereo)
00:07:49 A kick in the Bass
00:08:42 Sidechain ducking
00:11:19 Effects looping
00:12:57 Effects looping
00:13:20 Feedback bypass
00:13:34 Feedback bypass (confusion)
00:13:36 Feedback bypass
00:13:59 Octave Delay
00:14:44 Octave Delay - analogue feedback
00:16:17 Parallel feedback
00:17:14 Mix control with normals
00:18:20 Stereo VCA
00:20:47 harmonàig harmony
00:22:31 Parallel stereo effects return
00:23:58 Outstruō

"We would like to introduce a new module to the range! dhà

The dhà is a compact yet powerful stereo mixer module designed for seamless integration into Eurorack systems of any size. It features two stereo input channels, with the top channel including a built-in stereo VCA for expressive amplitude modulation and precise audio-tapered level control, all with a small footprint.

dhà also includes rear stereo I/O jacks, making it easy to expand your set up by connecting with other Instruō stereo mixing modules like càrn, cuïr and additional dhà units. Whether used independently or as part of a larger system, dhà delivers clean stereo mixing, flexible routing, and effortless expandability.

. Stereo two channel mixer
. Stereo two-quadrant VCA
. Audio-tapered level potentiometers
. Back jack connectivity expansion to dhà, càrn, and cuīr"

DOZE - Ambient Modular #6 // Arbhar, Moog Subharmonicon

video upload by David Falcon

"doze
verb (uk /dəʊz/ us /doʊz/)
to have a short, light sleep from which you can easily wake up.

La sensación de esta semana de "vacaciones" es del cansancio acumulado, de niños enfermos y no encontrar un momento de desconexión.
Este tema es un poco un reflejo de ese sentimiento, un bucle interminable y pequeñas distracciones constantemente.

La parte técnica es bastante sencilla: una secuencia de tres notas en el Moog Subharmonicon que proceso en el modular. El Instruo Arbhar actúa como efecto granular y reverb, y los transientes del Subharmonicon trigean la captura en Arbhar. Uso bastante esporádico del Qubit Prism.
Es un tema para sentarse e intentar relajarse y frenar del ritmo frenético del día a día.
Gracias por escuchar.
David.

(eng)
The feeling of this "vacation" week is one of accumulated fatigue, sick children and not finding a moment to disconnect.
This track is a bit of a reflection of that feeling, an endless loop and constant little distractions.

The technical part it is quite simple: a sequence of three notes in the Moog Subharmonicon that I process in the modular. The Instruo Arbhar acts as a granular effect and reverb, and the Subharmonicon transients trigger the capture in Arbhar. Quite sporadic use of the Qubit Prism.

Sit back and relax from the stresses of life for a bit.
Thank you for listening.
David."

DAYS - Ambient Modular #5 // Arbhar, Analog Four mkii, Take 5

video upload by David Falcon

"Hoy he probado algo que quería desde que adquirí el Arbhar y es usar el modo Follow para hacer timestretch de los samples. Para ello he sampleado en el Arbhar una grabación que tenía en un dictáfono de una guitarra acústica.
No he podido resistirme y he añadido un lead con el Take 5, con un preset que creo es mi favorito de los que trae de fábrica, un bandpass lead.
Durante la grabación inicial utilicé una linea de bajo en el Analog Four pero en la fase de mezcla la notaba muy poco presente por lo que la doblé con el Take 5.
Muy contento con el resultado, espero que os guste.
David.

(eng)
Today I tried something that I have wanted since I acquired the Arbhar and that is to use the Follow mode to timestretch the samples. For this I have sampled in the Arbhar a recording that I had on a dictaphone of an acoustic guitar.
I couldn't resist and added a lead with the Take 5, with a preset that I think is my favorite of the ones that come from the factory, a bandpass lead.
During the initial recording I used a bass line on the Analog Four but in the mixing phase it wasn't present enough so I doubled it with the Take 5.
Very happy with the result, I hope you like it.
David."

arbhar Preset Editor - Delay

video upload by Instruō

"In this sound example, we explore arbhar's two types of delay and play along with an ambient track.
Edit them, rename them, play with them, and share your favourite settings with the community."

Lúbadh Preset Editor - Reverb

video upload by Instruō

"In this sound example, We explore Creating and playing with different types of reverb that Lúbadh can produce using Lúbadh's new Preset Editor.

Edit them, rename them, play with them, and share your favourite settings with the community."

SEED - Ambient Modular #3 // Arbhar, Analog Four mkii

video upload by David Falcon

"Third piece with Instruo Arbhar. In this case I have created with Kontakt six chord samples with Olafur Arnalds' Chamber Evolutions, which have a lot of movement simply by sustaining a chord. It is two tracks overlapping, one with the Evos and one with the waves.
The idea was to make several parts going from one chord to another, or with a slow scan recreate the chord sequence, but finally by exploring only one of the samples I created this. It was not necessary to use more. The possibilities of this module are incredible. In this audio, Pamela's New Workout is very important. It is sending a pentatonic sequence to the 1v/oct input of the Arbhar and is what creates the melody.

There is a fairly subtle lead with the Analog Four mkii that contrasts quite well with the orchestral samples in my opinion.
I have called this piece Seed because these days the germ of an album idea has emerged... Let's see where it takes me. Thanks you for passing by!

edit: In the video I mention that the reverb is the internal from Arbhar but that is not the case. The Arbhar goes through the Analog Four external inputs and the reverb is added there."

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arbhar Preset Editor - Panning

video upload by Instruō

"In this sound example, we explore taking a summed mono signal and adding stereo movement through arbhar's panning. Edit them, rename them, play with them, and share your favourite settings with the community."

Lúbadh Preset Editor - Presets

video upload by Instruō

"In this sound example, we explore loading Lúbadh with multiple customised presets from Lúbadh's new Preset Editor and share with you a brand new feature that has been added!
Edit them, rename them, play with them, and share your favourite settings with the community.

For full overview video of what's new within arbhar and Lúbadh V2.1 firmware,
Click Here: • Instruō - Firmware V2.1 for arbhar & ..." [previously posted here]

arbhar Preset Editor - Pitch Deviation

video upload by Instruō

"In this sound example, we explore how you can set customised Pitch Deviation offsets within arbhar's new Preset Editor. Edit them, rename them, play with them, and share your favourite settings with the community."

VAST - Ambient Modular #1 // Arbhar, Moog Subharmonicon, Octatrack, Matriarch and Guitar

video upload by David Falcon

"It's been a while since the last video...
While I have continued to do my musical experiments I have not been able to find the time to record and edit these videos. During this time I have sold a large part of my collection of pedals to keep those that I consider essential, or at least those that I enjoy the most. Which has led me to want to start exploring another vast world, which is that of modular synthesizers.

Since I smell that this is another drug worse than pedals, I have limited myself to a 62u Intellijel 'skiff'. I have a very clear and concise setup idea: a sampler (Arbhar) and modules that complement it, whether control (Pamelas's New Workout at the moment) and effects (for now I don't have any, I'm processing the sound in the Octatrack and Ableton). The idea is to be able to capture any sound from the studio in the Arbhar and use it as a starting point for granular synthesis.

In this particular clip I'm using a voice sample, another metallic percussion sample, and a Subharmonicon drone. I couldn't resist and added a lead on the Matriarch and acoustic guitar. It's probably the starting point of a more complete song but we'll see.

Thanks for being on the other side!"

Instruō - Firmware V2.1 for arbhar & Lúbadh

video upload by Instruō

"Hello!
I am excited to introduce the V2.1 updates for both arbhar and Lúbadh.
These updates bring a whole new level of accessibility to preset management and customisation. The firmware now generates an interactive browser based Preset Editor directly on the USB drive. Integrated documentation, and convenient drop down options for parameter configurations open up new levels of possibility with the granular and looping engines.

Arbhar has many optimisations under the hood that now allow for its Reverb, Delay and Panning effects to be implemented at the same time.
Lúbadh now features its own built in Reverb controllable as part of the Tape Emulation DSP.
We hope you enjoy these upgrades! New worlds of ambience await you!

00:00:00 Instruōduction
00:00:43 Firmware Update videos
00:01:08 In this video...
00:01:18 Overview: Preset Editor
00:02:20 Overview: arbhar
00:04:09 Overview: Lubadh
00:06:15 arbhar
00:06:27 arbhar: patch overview
00:07:40 arbhar: granular plan
00:08:23 arbhar: Preset Editor
00:12:16 arbhar: MOD effects
00:15:18 arbhar: Preset Editor
00:16:04 arbhar: Saving Presets
00:16:58 arbhar: Loading Presets
00:18:15 arbhar: self patch
00:18:44 arbhar: MOD delay
00:22:09 Lubadh
00:22:17 Lubadh: patch overview
00:22:24 Lubadh: loop plan
00:23:52 Lubadh: Preset Management
00:24:37 Lubadh: New preset method
00:25:14 Lubadh: Access presets
00:26:34 Lubadh: Preset Editor
00:28:33 Lubadh: Modifying presets
00:29:10 Lubadh: Reverb curation
00:30:03 Lubadh: Saving Presets
00:30:56 Lubadh: Preset Customisation
00:31:10 Lubadh: Working with feedback
00:31:39 Lubadh: Input monitoring
00:32:21 Lubadh: Preset Customisation
00:34:12 Lubadh: Saving Presets
00:34:34 Lubadh: Loading Presets
00:35:09 Lubadh: Reverb
00:36:16 Lubadh: Octave looping
00:38:07 Lubadh: Shimmery
00:39:28 Outstruō"

arbhar and Lúbadh - New Preset Editors V2.1

video upload by Instruō

"We would like to introduce our new Preset Editors for arbhar and Lúbadh.

These updates bring a whole new level of accessibility to preset management and customisation. The firmware now generates an interactive browser based Preset Editor directly on the USB drive. Integrated documentation, and convenient drop down options for parameter configurations open up new levels of possibility with the granular and looping engines."

"Through Hills From Sky" synth jam w 0-Coast, Starlab, Arbhar, OB-X8, DFAM, Hydrasynth, Keystep Pro

video upload by Tim Grogan

"Live recorded DAWless synth jam into Pro Tools for mixing purposes only. I wanted to do some music that felt uplifting at a time that I know is emotionally draining and challenging right now, especially for those of us in the U.S. who don't belong to the political cult that's currently in existence.
'Through Hills From Sky' is really meant as a way of saying we'll get through this if we keep our heads up and stay positive, focused on a bigger picture."

Two New Synthesizer Evolution Books by Oli Freke

Details follow via the author, Oli Freke:

These two new volumes in my Synth Evolution ‘zine series were launched at last weekend’s SynthEast event in Norwich, UK. They are Volume 3: Modern Classics, and Volume 4: Modular Greats. I’ve moved into the 21st Century with these two! As ever, they feature my signature hand-drawn illustrations and are full of facts, figures and tech-specs:

Volume 3: Modern Classics

Synthesizer Evolution: From Analogue to Digital (and Back) author Oli Freke returns with a new volume in his Synthesizer Evolution A6 zine series. The first two volumes (Vintage Synths and Drum Machines & Samplers) focused on vintage electronic instruments from the 1970s and 1980s. Volume three moves into the 21st century, showcasing a selection of the most interesting, impactful, and—arguably—best synthesizers of the past two decades.

The synths in this book celebrate the vast range of sonic possibilities now available to musicians and producers. From analogue wonders to extraordinary digital creations, from tightly designed monosynths to open-ended polyphonic beasts, each one is more marvellous than the last! Also featuring ‘Desert Island Modular’ choices from Robin Vincent, Steve Davis, Panic Girl and more.

https://velocitypress.uk/product/modern-classics-synths/

Alesis Andromeda A6 on the cover.

Volume 4: Modular Greats

The modular resurgence of the past 25 years has been a wonder to behold. Where musicians were once chained to their DAWs, we are now liberated once again to wire, patch, and modulate in the real world, choosing from a mind-boggling array of options.

Modular Greats celebrates the fusion of art, logic, science, and serendipity in modular synthesis, highlighting some of the best-selling, most creative, and most impactful modules of the 21st century. Featured manufacturers include Make Noise, Mutable Instruments, TipTop Audio, Intellijel, Rossum Electro-Music, Doepfer—and many more!

https://velocitypress.uk/product/modular-greats/

Instruo Cs-L on the cover.

Instruō tràigh Design

video uploads by Instruō

"This is a long form series which documents the full design process of a Eurorack module.
The tràigh was the second module I designed as Instruō back in 2016.
I revisited the module, added some features and produced a limited batch to serve as a fundraiser in aid a surgery and radiation therapy treatments for my dog Winston.
He's a very larger greyhound who has been at my side for most of the time I have been running Instruō."

glōc patching w/ Ben

video upload by Instruō

"Ben (@obakegaku) sits down with Mathew to talk through how he utilises glōc.

Feeding a single clock-out signal from Lúbadh into glōc, he creates multiple tempo-related but heavily modulated probabilistic clocks. These outputs are fed to trigger pitch sequencing and voltage offset scripts, clock multiple sample and hold and retrigger a delay fx sent across the patch."

Instruō - Cš-L [Production Behind the Scenes]

video upload by Instruō

"Hello!

I'm uploading this video during that limbo period between Christmas and New Year.
If your seasonal routine is anything like mine then you'll be killing time between larger meals than are necessary!
This was the last test phase of the last production batch of Cš-L of 2024.
It's a sequenced patch routine that tests all the I/O and internal routing configurations.
I have done this many many many times over the past ~7 years...
It's a very familiar pattern of sounds to everyone here in the workshop!

I've thought about setting up a camera and recording processes like this for a while.
I kinda enjoy weird content like this myself... I find it fascinating watching footage of processes.
When something has been done so often it becomes muscle memory. I think there's something quite hypnotic to watching it be done.
There are various stages of the production of modules that are very repetitive. I do quite enjoy having a range of very different tasks that are part of this weird job.
Working through a Cš-L in this stage is very much muscle memory now. And the resulting sounds are so familiar I can QC check them quite efficiently.

Several years ago I had the good fortune to meet and work with the late and great Phill Niblock while I was based in Boston & NYC.
Phill, perhaps being best known for his drone compositions, worked across creative mediums.
During several concerts I was part of as a performer, there were epic projected backdrops of some of his The Movement of People Working film footage.
These films captured people working in rural environments around the world.
The jobs being done are tasks that have clearly been performed many many many times!
So much of it is very necessary work: fishing, farming, weaving, processing of crops, repairing tools.
All very necessary tasks required by small rural communities.
In comparison, I do feel a bit like what I do is quite a silly job!
...I don't really have any point here!
I was just reminded of Phill's video work, and the chances I had to get to know him and work with him a handful of times. And of course how much I've enjoyed his work which was as much about "process" as it is about an end product.

I enjoy behind the scenes content, and Instruō very much began as a behind-the-scenes–documentation of process–focussed creative project.
It's an element I am keen to revisit and explore more.
Where Instruō has grown to over the past 8-9 years is still crazy to me, and I feel extremely fortunate to be able to do this for a living.
And on top of that, being able to work with such a great team that make this company possible.
Thank you all for your continued support.
I'm very excited for 2025!
I hope you have a great new year when it comes.

Cheers!
~Jason"

Instruō - øchd Expander DIY tutorial && VCV Rack update

video upload by Instruō

"Hello!
Happy end of 2024 :)
I hope you've had a good year.

I would like to thank everyone that has supported Instruō this past year and previous years. The company has grown a lot since I was pottering about in my spare room.
I have the pleasure of working along side an incredible team.
A lot of the work these past few years has been very much behind the scenes.
2025 is going to be exciting! I'll leave it at that!

This is a video I've been meaning to do for a while. Since we launched the øchd expander.
The expander module itself was a really fun challenge. I wanted to utilise what the øchd generates in as efficient a way as possible to expand its utility.
Much of the theory behind it I prototyped in VCV rack. Especially the DAC section.
This is a full real time step by step of how to DIY the signal processes and outputs of the øchd expander.
There may be more efficient ways of achieving these and many modules out there provide the same utilities, but this is a collection of patches that I reach for then I need such things.

It's a bit technical, but I hope the video introduces some ideas for patches.
Thanks for watching!
~Jason

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Instruō Introduces glōc - Clock Generator and Processor

Overview video upload by Instruō

"Introducing glōc, a clock generator and processor. Capable of turning a single internal/external clock input into a stream of related clock sources. Predictable division/multiplication, complex trigger/gate sequences via probabilistic masking - or any combination of both across each of its 7 clock pulse outputs. Onboard dynamic phase alignment, smart tap tempo detection and locked vs live modes make glōc excellent for performative and generative temporal exploration!

• Tap tempo clock generator
• 1 clock input to 7 output Clock processor
• Manual or CV control over the spread of clock divisions/multiplications • Probabilistic “coin-toss” logic for random phrasing
• Probabilistic density masking for repeated phrasing
• Manual Pulse width control over Clock Pulse outputs
• Dedicated Clock Reset input
• Live and Lockable Clock output states
• Smart tempo follower and manual button
• Save and recall settings between power cycles"

00:00:00 Instruōduction
00:00:37 Feature Overview
00:01:29 What's to come in this video
00:02:05 glōc:
00:02:21 glōc: init state
00:03:05 glōc: external clocking
00:05:04 glōc: clock phase alignment
00:07:17 glōc: SPREAD
00:08:33 glōc: PWM
00:09:58 glōc: parallel clock outs
00:12:22 glōc: PROBABILITY
00:12:39 PROBABILITY: random phrasing density
00:13:49 PROBABILITY: repeating phrasing density
00:16:24 glōc: self patching
00:17:49 glōc: RESET
00:18:41 glōc: Lock programming
00:20:40 glōc: Lock state saving
00:21:33 Tonal percussion example

Musical & Fun Eurorack Clock Generation & Modulation // GLOC by Instruo
video upload by DivKid

"Here's a smart use of 4HP with clock generation and modulation/processing from Instruo with the new GLOC! Gloc (translates to clock from Scots Gaelic) has a smart tap tempo following clocking system built in for internal or external clocking and then provides multiplications and divisions with can be spread in time and then carved into with two types of probability control. One your typical random/coin toss with variable weightings or smart musical density masks that provide more repetitive musical rhythms. You can also program and lock output states (very simply I should add) so you can go wild modulating rhythms while keeping others constant ... there's a lot going on in an easy to use, small package."

00:00 Hello & patch previews
01:09 What is Gloc?
01:55 Feature run down
03:51 Customising the module
05:23 Interactive patterns for beats - exploring spread & probability with my first gloc patch
09:25 Playful rhythms for melody - interactive bass & synth voice layering
14:09 Sequencing without a sequencer - with decoupled pitch & gates
16:43 CV controlled probability masks as preset rhythms
19:59 Self patch feedback rhythms - dancing bass ratchets
22:59 Program mode - locked states and performing with them
26:22 PWM - gate length for envelopes
27:44 Gate length wonky rhythms with logic modules
29:11 Duelling Melodies - driving two sequencers musically

Instruō - tràigh [Signature Edition]

video upload by Instruō

Update: DivKid video added below.

"Hello!
Jason here.
Thank you for watching this video :)

This Signature Edition limited re-release of the tràigh low-pass filter module is available for purchase direct from Etsy:
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/18233...

I am producing a limited batch which will be available for purchase while stock lasts.

This revised module was developed as a creative side project over the past month or two as a means of dealing with the unfortunate situation of having a very large pet greyhound with a relatively large diagnosis of cancer.
Winston was confirmed to have a stage 2 soft cell sarcoma earlier this year. He underwent a surgery on September 24th during which the tumour was successfully removed. (He has recovered very well and quickly!)
Due to the location of the sarcoma there is a high likelihood of cancer cells remaining at a microscopic level. If left unchecked they will likely return as a tumour with a chance of metastasising.
Winston began a 4 week treatment of radiotherapy on November 4th.
As of writing this we are now past the half way point and he is responding very well with no significant side effects presenting.
Each treatment requires full general anaesthetic, so I have a very dopey boy every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for the entire month of November.
The vets do provide him with some roast chicken each session when he wakes up. So he seems quite happy with his current unusual routine.

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arbhar - Working With Pre-Recorded Samples

video upload by Instruō

"In this video Sebastian Lexer (Designer of the arbhar) takes you through an in-depth video guide to the arbhar functions available in arbhar v2’s Clone/Load/Save menu.
It allows working with pre-recorded samples, layer audio and preset loading and saving options from and to a USB flash drive.
The first chapters relate to Clone/Load/Save menu controls and sample audio formats.The tutorials on layer cloning, loading single and multiple audio files into individual layers are followed by discussion of loading and saving entire Scenes that allow the user to load the entire audio content and configuration of the arbhar in a single action.In between there’s a short tutorial on how the Onset detection can be used for ‘finger controlled’ sample triggering.
The video is wrapped up with an overview on how to obtain and manage the Instruō arbhar Sample library and a ‘secret’ method of how to create a quick custom preset setting that is loaded on booting up the arbhar.

Enjoy arbhar samples.

You can download the arbhar sample library pack here - https://www.instruomodular.com/wp-con...

The chapter timestamps allow access to the individual topics.

USB Flash Drive - 00:10
Recommended Audio File Format - 01:02
Clone/Load/Save Menu - 01:31
Select Files/Folders with Layer - 02:25
Clone Layers - 03:44
Load a File into a Layer - 08:27
Load Short Files into a Single Layer - 11:10
Loading Scene and Preset - 13:26
Selecting a Scene - 14:02
Loading a Scene - 14:50
Onset Triggered Sample Playback - 18:23
Saving a Scene - 19:23
arbhar Sample Library download - 24:21
Making an individual Preset for the USB Drive - 26:22"