Quick Jam: Intellijel Palette vs Roland TR-909

video upload by Intellijel

"It's Techno Time.

A quick jam with the classic Roland TR-909 drum machine. Metropolix, Atlantix and Sealegs are a winning combination for improvising techno grooves and basslines."

Intellijel Cascadia: Drum Synthesis & Sampling Workflow (featuring Elektron Digitakt)

video upload by Intellijel

"Intellijel Cascadia 🤝 Elektron Digitakt

In this video, Matt walks through assembling a electronic drum kit, only using samples from Cascadia. It's an exceptional drum synthesizer voice, with plenty of sound sources & utilities which make it perfect for crafting Kicks, Snares and other percussive sounds. For this demo, we teamed up Cascadia with the Elektron Digitakt - a sampler & sequencer. However, this process is totally repeatable with other sampler hardware or software - whichever you prefer!"

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
01:06 - The Setup
01:33 - Kick drum
03:25 - Snare drum
06:03 - Tom drum
08:11 - Clap
10:05 - Cowbell
11:57 - Hi-hats
15:02 - Cabasa
15:43 - 4-note Chord
19:10 - Lead (sequenced)
19:35 - The Result: Whole Kit demo
20:37 - Summary

The Flame Of Truth /// A Jon Gee Downtempo Improvisation

video upload by Jon Gee

Bass Line: Polybrute
Pads: OB-6
Leads: Cascadia
Drums: Pulsar-23
Vibration Elevation: ‪@chris_economou‬

Generative ambient on the modular (Subharmonicon + Disting EX)

video upload by Electrum Modular

"An ambient piece featuring the Moog Subharmonicon’s sequencer with Disting EX’s multisample player. Detailed patch notes in the video.

Other modules used:
Dnipro's Metamorph
ALM’s Pamela’s New Workout
Mutable Instruments' Beads
Intellijel's Scales"

Inverted echoes (a modular patch idea)

video upload by Electrum Modular

"The aim here – besides trying out the TSNM as an expressive keyboard – was to generate an inverted echo, so that a descending melody comes back as an ascending one, or vice versa. (I stole this idea from Bach, who often used contrapuntal inversion, playing the theme “upside-down”).

Mutable Instruments’ Beads (in delay mode) is perfect for this, but any module with a long delay would work. The other crucial ingredient is a multi-channel mixer/attenuverter such as Make Noise Maths (here, I’m using Acid Rain’s Junction).

Other modules used:
Intellijel’s Bifold
Intellijel’s Dixie II+
Intellijel’s Scales
Shakmat’s Banshee Reach
ALM’s Pamela’s New Workout
ALM’s MFX
ALM’s Pip Slope
Make Noise Optomix
Bela Gliss
Doboz’s TSNM
Doepfer A 121-3
Mutable Instruments’ Plaits
ST Modular’s Shikensa
Befaco MixIV
Disting Mk4"

Intellijel Stomp - Eurorack Effects Pedal & Instrument Interface

video upload by Intellijel

"Stomp is the missing link between the worlds of modular & effects pedals

In this video, we take a look at the features & functions of Intellijel Stomp - a module that lets you inject some external effects direct into your eurorack modular system. It's not just a simple level shifter - it also converts impedance for optimum output to your pedals and vice versa. This also means you can plug your instrument into the Return jack socket for some weird and wonderful results."

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:21 - How to setup
01:59 - The Phase Switch
02:23 - Expression Control pt. 1 - Built-in LFO
03:12 - Expression Control pt. 2 - CV & Unipolar Compression
04:15 - Stomp as a guitar interface
04:41 - Summary + Guitar & Sealegs Outro

See this previous post for additional details.

Atlantix - quick jam with the VCF and distortion

video upload by Intellijel

"Jamming with Atlantix, Metropolix and Sealegs. Just a basic subtractive patch with symmetric distortion to add some extra harmonic spice."

Atlantix: Basic Drum Sounds

video upload by Intellijel

"Did you know: Atlantix can also be powerful drum synthesizer. Matt creates some basic drum sounds to show you how it can sound.

The Atlantix module is a complete synthesizer voice, full of features that push it beyond basic mono-synth patches. What better way to show this than by building a selection of synthesized drum sounds - Kicks, Snares, Hi-Hats, Claps and more. All the sounds that you're hearing in this video are the raw, unprocessed sounds from Atlantix - with a tiny hint of Sealegs for delay & reverb every now and again!"

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:24 - Kick
01:43 - Snare
02:33 - Clap
03:13 - Hi-Hat
04:03 - Cowbell
05:03 - Toms
06:48 - Full Drum Pattern

Atlantix Guide: The Envelope & VCA Section

video upload by Intellijel

"A more in depth look at the Envelope & VCA Section on Atlantix.

The Envelope and VCA are closely linked on Atlantix. This section of the module provides you tools for versatile shaping of synth sounds - often without the need for additional patching. That being said, the flexibility to patch out the envelope or route external sources through the VCA is also available to you. Matt runs us through the full list of features on this corner of Atlantix."

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:21 - Envelope Rate Switch
01:03 - Envelope Normalled Connections & Outputs
01:39 - Envelope ENV/GATE switch
02:21 - Drive Modes
03:20 - ENV/VCA Control Inputs
03:28 - Envelope Retrig Input
04:08 - Envelope Level Input
04:25 - VCA Input from External Source
04:39 - Manual Gate Trigger
04:55 - Summary

Intellijel Amps

video upload by

"You can never have enough VCAs, and Amps gives you 2 of them with comprehensive controls for a multitude of scenarios - all in 6HP. In this overview video, Matt highlights the main features of Amps and some interesting use cases, including how to daisy-chain multiple modules."

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction (you can never have enough VCAs!)
00:34 - Overview: Standard Synth Patch
01:39 - Boost Switch: Distortion & Line Level Boost
02:32 - Normalled connections
03:15 - Amps as a CV controlled crossfader
04:11 - VCA B Phase invert switch: Ring Modulation
05:03 - Daisy-chaining Amps
05:53 - Summary & Multi-Amps Patch

Intelijel amps made its first appearance on the site back in 2023 here.

Intellijel Atlantix & Metropolix With Roland TR 606 Analog Drum Machine

video upload by Nightlife Electronics

"The first patch/jam with the brand new Intellijel Atlantix - paired up with another Intellijel classic; Metropolix. Rhythm section courtesy of the always amazing Roland TR-606.

Two separate pitch sequences running, one for each oscillator then adding a sprinkle of audio rate modulation to various sections. Endless options and opportunities await!"

https://nightlife-electronics.com/

Intellijel Introduces Atlantix & Atlx

video upload by Intellijel

Additional user videos below.

"This is the Intellijel Atlantix & Atlx

The Atlantix is the highly-anticipated successor to the Intellijel Atlantis which was originally inspired by the classic Roland SH-101—one of our all-time favorite synthesizers. Despite the SH-101’s seemingly limited architecture, it produces various creative and musically useful sounds that have inspired generations of artists and countless hits. The Atlantix is just as immediate for dialing in beautifully rich bass and lead sounds. Thoughtful design, numerous additional features, and flexible patching options open up a massive amount of new sonic territory to explore.

In this video, we take a first look at Atlantix and the Atlx Expander. More in-depth feature videos will be available soon."

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:47 - Quick Overview
01:00 - Oscillators
01:57 - Mixer Section
02:36 - Multi-mode VCF Section
03:33 - Envelope & VCA
04:23 - Modulation Source Selectors
05:05 - Patching Atlantix & Atlx Expander
06:00 - Summary

Full Feature List:
• Cascaded 4-Pole multimode filter with LP2, BP2, LP4, BP4, HP4, and Phaser modes
• Two Triangle Core VCOs
• VCO A: Thru-Zero FM with INDEX and PWM, Hard/Soft Sync, Octave switch
• VCO B: Linear FM, LFO/VCO switch, Hard Sync, Octave switch
• Suboscillator with three modes spanning two octaves
• White and Pink noise sources
• Six-channel mixer comprising VCO A Waveforms, Sub, Noise, and two Aux inputs
• Aux inputs have switched normals with sources from VCO A and B for quick paraphonic play without patching
• Mixer Aux 2 can be routed post-VCF / pre-VCA
• Mod X and Y buses allow for quick modulation routing of VCO B, S&H, Noise, and feedback sources without patching
• Both Mod X and Y buses have polarity and level-shifting switches
• Analog ADSR envelope with three time ranges, manual gate, and level (velocity) input
• Patchable Sample and Hold modulation source
• Asymmetric and symmetric output distortion modes
• 20 Sliders, 4 Knobs, 27 toggles, and 2 Rotary switches for expressive hands-on control
• 32 Jacks for creative and complex patching options
• 16 additional jacks with the optional Atlx expander

Intellijel ATLANTIX: No Talking Acid Test 😋

video upload by mylarmelodies

"Here's my first jams with the new SH-101-inspired Eurorack module from Intellijel, the ATLANTIX. I'm working on a full demo, so while u wait, here's me having fun as I learn it. Links to pricing below!"

CHAPTERS
00:00 Jimi Hendrix Acid
02:11 Itchy Acid
02:58 Foghorn Phazer Acid


intellijel Atlantix Sound Demo (no talking) with Atlx 3 U and Sealegs

video upload by Limbic Bits

0:00 Melodic Techno Lead
1:00 7th Pad
2:26 Sweetener Lead
3:51 RingModder Lead
4:26 Hello Precinct 14
5:00 Ring that Bell
5:29 Not really a duophonic lead
6:46 Tech Stack
7:38 PWM Lead
8:33 Trance Lead
9:45 Blip Blop Pulse
10:01 Dirt Bass
10:30 S&H Bandpass Lead
11:06 Sawmple & Hold HP Lead
11:27 Psytrance FX
11:57 Broken Tape
12:34 Kick Variations
13:01 more Kicks (Self Oscillation)
13:07 Metallizer Outro

Another day, another modular synth!

video upload by John L Rice

"Modules from 4ms, Erica Synths, Happy Nerding, 2hp, Doepfer, Synthesis Technology, Bubblesound, Intellijel, Circuit Abbey, Synth-Werks"

Housed By Our Light /// Cascadia, Pulsar, OB-6…

video upload by Jon Gee

"Fun to mix this improvisation. Many synths involved here. Keepin it spacey.
Thanks to Chris for the video help and overall immaculate vibe enhancer."

Decoding Reality /// Cascadia, OB-6 improv

video upload by Jon Gee

"Recording and posting more improvs. This late night hypnosis is a @DorianConcept1 inspired synth loop jam.
Thought about droppin in a beat, but I quickly took it out to keep this one synth loop / arp sounds only."

Time Trees /// Cascadia, Pulsar, OB-6 improv

video upload by Jon Gee

"Jamming on the regular here at the Noasphere. Chris’ best line is 'you should record this!'
It makes me laugh every time. The motivation to post and share comes and goes for all of us. It’s pretty fluid….we can get music into each other’s heads almost instantly. So why not….Here’s a jam around a Cascadia motif and a sweet beat treat from Pulsar. OB-6 has been a joy to play. I’ll post more off the cuff improvs and all the jams that fall into the 'you should record this' moment.
Power to the Peaceful."

Intellijel Cascadia - Patching in the FX Section

video upload by Intellijel

"Who ever said FX pedals were just for guitars?

Cascadia has a dedicated FX section for patching in pedals and line level FX processors. No need for adapters or weird cables - ¼” jack sockets for Send, Return and Expression control can be found on the back of Cascadia, with complete signal control to ensure the best possible match up. Cascadia works great with delay, reverb, distortion, chorus.. Pretty much whatever FX you have to hand. Matt explains how this all works while partnering Cascadia with some of our favourite pedals. What are your favourite FX for synthesizers? Let us know in the comments!

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:23 - FX Section Overview
00:48 - Patching in the FX Section
01:09 - Time to add FX! + Patch Notes
02:06 - FX Section Controls
03:42 - Expression Out
04:38 - Patching FX through Cascadia's Modules (Ring Mod & VCF)
05:28 - Summary

Manual reference - Page 72 https://intellijel.com/downloads/manu..."

u-he CVilization Mode I: Musical demo (no talking)

video upload by u-he

"Here's a jam featuring our CVilization module in Mode I (4 x 4 Matrix Mixer). We're exploring the musical possibilities of the mysterious Matrix Rotation [posted here]. 4 different oscillator signals are routed through CVilization's matrix and distributed to various other modules. CVilization now rotates its inputs and outputs, creating ever-changing mixes of these oscillator signals. CVilization's sidekick Wiretap also joins the game with two of its outputs hooked up, creating some funky alternating envelopes.

modules in this patch:
u-he CVilization
u-he Wiretap
u-he Prototype Cascade Filter
ALM Pamela's Workout
Mutable Instruments Links
Mutable Instruments Plaids
Mutable Instruments Shades
Happy Nerding FX Aid
Happy Nerding MMM VCF
Intellijel µScale
Intellijel Dubmix
AJH Synths Next Phase
Dave Smith Instruments Curtis Filter
Xaoc Instruments Batumi
Xaoc Instruments Tallinn
Tiptop Audio Z8000
Instruo tòna
Make Noise Mimeophon

00:00 - Patch overview
02:44 - Jam"

Intellijel Cascadia: patching Ring Mod into FX loop with Chroma Console

video uploads by The Synth Shed

Playlist:

1. Intellijel Cascadia sound demo with Vector Five12 sequencer (no talking)

Sound demo showing how to set up a basic patch and modulations (based on some of the start-up examples in the manual) - with CV pitch/gate controlled through the amazing Five12 Vector Sequencer to give us a driving techno line with lots of dirt.

side-note: I don't know if I was hallucinating after too much coffee, but by the end I thought the melody had morphed into the Star Wars Imperial March. WELCOME TO THE DARK SIDE!

2. Intellijel Cascadia: patching Ring Mod into FX loop with Chroma Console

Fourth part of my initial Cascadia explorations, again using the Chroma on fx duties, but this time with the added textures created by patching the Cascadia's Ring Modulator into the FX loop. Tasty sounds!

3. Intellijel Cascadia x Chroma Console = 'Add N to (X)'

Building on the patch and sequence created for my first Cascadia sound demo, we take things further with the addition of the inspiring multi-fx unit Chroma Console from Hologram Electronics. The perfect pairing for creating experimental sounds - and if you slow the tempo you're in instant 'Add N to (X)' chunky synth groove territory. Once again driven by the Five12 Vector Sequencer.

4. Intellijel Cascadia x Chroma Console PART 2: Filthy fuzz bass!

Had so much fun experimenting with this killer combo in the first video, that I ended up recording another video just to show how dang low down and dirty the Cascadia can go with a little help from its friends (in this case, FX from the Chroma and sequencing via the Five12 Vector)

Intellijel Cascadia - Hidden Function: The Entropic Sequence Generator

video upload by Intellijel

"Did you know about Cascadia’s hidden function - the E.S.G?

It’s short for Entropic Sequence Generator, and it’s an alternative mode to the LFO on Envelope B. In this video, Matt explains what it is, how it works and the 2 methods to enable it. Get random, get weird!

Note: The E.S.G. was added in Firmware update 1.3+ - Please update your firmware version if older than this.

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:45 - Setting up the E.S.G.
01:15 - Method 1 - Enable on Hardware
01:45 - Method 2 - Enable with the Intellijel Config app
02:10 - Quick patch
02:15 - E.S.G. Controls - Rise
03:02 - E.S.G. Controls - Fall
03:30 - E.S.G. Controls - Shape
04:15 - Modulating the E.S.G.
05:36 - Summary

Latest Cascadia Firmware:
Mac: https://intellijel.com/downloads/firm...
Win: https://intellijel.com/downloads/firm...

Download the Intellijel Config App:
Mac: https://intellijel.com/downloads/firm...
Win: https://intellijel.com/downloads/firm...

Patch notes:
E.S.G Enabled
ENV B Out --- Mixuverter In (for range control)
Mixuverter Out --- VCO A Pitch In
ENV B EOF Out --- ENV A Gate In
ENV A Out --- VCF FM3 In
ENV A Out --- Normalled - VCA A Mod
LFO X Out --- ENV B Fall Mod In (to modulate seq length)
LFO Y Out --- ENV B Rise Mod In (to modulate seq rate)
LFO Z Out --- ENV B Shape Mod In (to modulate regen probability)"