NAMM 2020 EndorphinES Ground Control Sequencer

Published on Jan 23, 2020 sonicstate

"EndorphinES Ground Control Sequencer is still in development, now with independent playback and file management, meaning that you can perform saves without interrupting the sequencer. 8 Drum tracks and melody tracks, MIDI features and a Host mode for external devices."

endorphin.es Ground Control Sequencer

Make HAPPY ACCIDENTS on the fly with the new GROUND CONTROL Firmware V.3

video upload by Endorphin.es

"We are presenting you the updated GROUND CONTROL - our flagship eurorack sequencer which got the major Version 3 firmware update - it is available to download from our website for free:

https://www.endorphin.es/modules/p/gr...
https://www.endorphin.es/modules/p/gr...

We listened all of you carefully and implemented all the requests for the MIDI and variable modular clock and 128 steps per pattern, but what is the most interesting is that GROUND CONTROL now has a dedicated HAPPY ACCIDENTS maker - RANDOM PATTERN GENERATION and RANDOM PATTERN VARIATION. There are three pretty different random generators - which are separate for melodies and rhythm tracks which generate melodies and rhythms on the fly. Those algorithms are: euclidean, wide and narrow.

Euclidean randomizer which tend to equally distribute the notes over our pattern steps
Wide randomizer has lots of random and lots of actions freedom
Narrow randomizer is more focused giving more clear result

Important to note that for melodic tracks those pattern generators track the music scales and their root notes, while 8 drum tracks all have different character (density, rhythmic pattern), it is worth to play with them to obtain an interesting result."

Introducing the GROUND CONTROL - eurorack performance sequencer

video by Endorphin.es

Check full tutorial for the Ground Control by @loopop​ further below.

00:00​ Intro
00:21​ Ground Control
01:04​ Mute bus
01:21​ MIDI/clock I/O
02:23​ Recording modes
03:08​ X0X editor
04:28​ Ratchets
05:05​ 101-stle of record notes
05:33​ Transpose modes
06:52​ Changing the patterns
07:52​ Roller
08:26​ Arpeggiator
09:40​ Probability
10:03​ Shuffle
11:08​ Saving the patterns
11:49​ Velocity/modulation change
12:10​ BPM
12:36​ Menu / sync divider
13:00​ MIDI/USB-MIDI features
13:25​ Outro

o 42hp eurorack modular performance CV/MIDI/USB-MIDI sequencer / workstation.
o 2 octave keyboard (no velocity or pressure action), play sequences and grooves on the fly or use external USB/MIDI gear or DAW integration or control external MIDI gear.
o arbitrary, up to 64 steps per pattern, 24 patterns per track, 24 projects
o dedicated mute/solo bus quantized / momentary to pattern length.
o 4 tracks: drum track with 8 triggers and modulation and 3 melodic CV/Gate tracks. Velocity and CC is recorded from external MIDI.
o works also as a power supply for your modular system (same as Shuttle Control) or can be powered by a buss board like any other module.
o various record modes: 101-style step input with step editing, live recording and step editor with x0x-style drum editing.
o arpeggiator, roller, patterns queue, slides, ties/rests, ratchets, transpose.

Intro music by @Julia Bondar​ (https://juliabondar.com​)
Module's explanation by Wisdom Water.

GROUND CONTROL Review // Eurorack Sequencer and Arpeggiator by Endorphines // Full tutorial
video by loopop

HOW TO MAKE: Alessandro Cortini - SCAPPA with Endorphin.es x Andrew Huang - GHOST new V2 firmware

video upload by Endorphin.es

"What if @Alessandro Cortini used Endorphin.es? How would it sound?
Having the GHOST paired with the Furthrrrr Generator for ambience and the Ground Control as a perfect sequencer on hands we could not refuse to replicate some of Alessandro's s masterpieces.
With the new GHOST V2 firmware we now have a shimmer, smoother filter and serial processing: global dry/wet mix, which altogether allows us to even deeper sound design experiments.
Ground Control project files included below."

GROUND CONTROL Firmware V.2: external CV modulation matrix, scales, modulation output

video upload by Endorphin.es

"This video describes new features added in the v2.00 firmware for the Ground Control like scales or external cv.

Firmware is available and recommended to download for all the users:
https://www.endorphin.es/modules/p/gr...

Release notes v.2.00: 29.12.2021

- CV modulation matrix added: 4 assignable CV inputs to various sequencer parameters: pattern shift, semitone and octaves offset, shuffle, ratchets, slide, gate length, CV to CC values and pattern change. Assign via TEMPO - E/ext. cv
- scales added. Selected via TEMP - N - PATT selects preset scales, TRANSPOSE-/+ selects the root note. Pressing any of the keys adds/removes them from the scale.
- TAP tempo button can be disabled in menu via TEMPO - M - C to not accidentally press it during the performance and change the tempo via: TEMPO - M - C (on/off).
- during the live pattern select shut off the key LEDs because sometimes when they overlap the patterns you can load wrong project
- pattern live mode in lock mode - changes the patterns now is sync tight
- various JSON parser fixes
- in live pattern select mode TAP also selects another project instead LAST STEP but after new project loaded it returns back to live pattern mode
- F/mod. menu improved. LAST STEP button enables smoothing/stepped modulation output
- fully rewritten manual with all v2 firmware features:
https://manuals.endorphin.es/Ground_C..."

Workshop with Andreas Zhukovsky of Endorphin.es at SchneidersLaden

video upload by SchneidersLaden

"In this special workshop, Andreas Zhukovsky, the founder and designer of Endorphin.es, shares insights into the company's innovative approach to modular synthesis and effects pedals. Andreas showcases a 4U 104hp modular system, featuring drums and several voices controlled by the powerful Ground Control sequencer.

Enjoy this recording of the workshop to gain a deeper understanding of Endorphin.es products, their philosophy, and how to integrate these fine tools into your own music. Watch and discover the potential of this versatile modular system and effects pedals!"

Tasty Leads with GROUND CONTROL standalone (recreating Boards of Canada and Daft Punk)

video upload by Endorphin.es

"We are back with another supercharged SH-101 style system controlled by our flagship sequencer Ground Control in a standalone format. As always, we will break down 2 tracks by Boards of Canada and Daft Punk and will show you how easy it is to integrate external keyboards with your Ground Control."

HOW TO MAKE: Fred Again feat. Blessed Madonna - Marea (We’ve Lost Dancing) on FURTHRRRR GENERATOR

video upload by Endorphin.es

"Today we are learning how to make snappy brass sounds using a track Marea (We've Lost Dancing) by @Fred again . . and @The Blessed Madonna.
To achieve this we will be using Furthrrrr Generator final output controlled by 2 exponential envelopes, one for the filter and one for the VCA. Additional noise source will create a blow effect of the brass sound processed by Grand Terminal.
Watch the video for the full patch description and as always, have fun making music!

Original track:
Fred again.. - Marea (We’ve Lost Dancing) (2021, Again. records)
https://youtu.be/l4UkYBr1NnA

Ground Control project and TC/QP extra drum files:
https://files.endorphin.es/Fred_Marea...


Modules used in that video:

GROUND CONTROL: performance 8 drum tracks / 3 melodic tracks sequencer

SHUTTLE SYSTEM: tone generating eurorack synthesizer

TWO OF CUPS: two channel wav player

QUEEN OF PENTACLES: 7 voice drum synthesizer

GOLDEN MASTER: multiband finalizer"

BAF 2025: Endorphin.es Cockpit X

video upload by sonicstate

"At BAF 2025 we hooked up with Andrea*s from *Endorphin.es who introduced us to a couple of new and updated modules, starting with the newest iteration of Cockpit*, their stereo 4 channel mixer with improved VCA chips for crystal clear audio quality, and a new simple to use layout. There are also two auxilliary inputs round the back, and sidechain ducking making it a great solution for Eurorack mixing. *Cockpit X is priced at 179 USD/Euros.

Andreas then showed us the new firmware for Ground Control sequencer with expanded functionality including the ability to load projects during live performance allowing for endless live shows with no stopping to load."

HOW TO MAKE: Thom Yorke - VOLK sequenced by Ground Control played on Roland JV and GHOST

video upload by Endorphin.es

"If anxiety had a sound, how would it sound like?

This spooky season we are fully enchanted by @Thom Yorke's soundtrack for 'Suspiria' movie (2018) and we decided to to recreate this amazing masterpiece on our rig made using Ground Control as a sequencer, Roland JV1010 as a multi-timbral synth voices and the GHOST as our end of chain master effect processor. With its hypnotic 10 step poly meter sequences and demonic scales, morphing effects and creepy sounds you are guaranteed to have goosebumps!"

How to make classic DETROIT TECHNO track like JEFF MILLS - The Bells

video upload by Endorphin.es

"Happy 909 day everyone!
Without further ado we are breaking down a classic tune by Jeff Mills called The Bells and performing it live from scratch without ever stopping the sequencer!

Ground Control project files:
https://files.endorphin.es/Jeff_Mills..."

SH101 killer combo = GHOST + GODSPEED (Ghost FW V.3)

video upload by Endorphin.es

"With the new firmware v3 Ghost obtained 24 bit audio I/O, bitcrusher and sample rate reducer effects as well as some fundamental filter adjustments.
Is available online for download:
https://www.endorphin.es/modules/p/ghost

To celebrate that, we have prepared another video for you focusing on the inspiration of Roland SH101 mono synthesizer in electronic music and recreating it's structure with our micro system, consisting of Ground Control as a sequencer, Godspeed as the main oscillator, Airstreamer 4 on the envelope duties and finally GHOST as a one stop VCA/VCF and FX module.
Breaking down and recreating 3 baselines / leads from tracks by @extraweltofficial2208, @aphextwin9341 and @squarepushermusic."

Endorphin.es New Modules Sounds SuperBooth 2019

Published on May 16, 2019 Perfect Circuit

"Endorpin.es has a new sequencer module called Ground Control which has a drum sequencer as well as multiple melodic sequencer lines. They also released the Godspeed+ oscillator, Squak Dirty To Me filter, Airstreamer envelope generator, Milky Way effect module and a 2hp power supply. Another new item from Endorphines is a 6U sidepanel for combining two of their cases together."

Hybrid Eurorack & MIDI setups: Aphex Twin - Alberto Balsalm reconstruction

video upload by Endorphin.es

"We all love CV and Gate signals, but what about MIDI?
In this video we will show you how to setup our flagship Ground Control sequencer in a standalone format to sequence external MIDI controlled synthesizer Nord Rack 2 and process it with effect rack consisting of Milky Way, Ghost and Golden Master.
And as always, we like to keep things in the context of modern electronic music and we are breaking down a track by Aphex Twin - Alberto Balsalm."

Ground Control: sequencer's essential guide

video upload by Endorphin.es

00:00 Intro
00:20 Initial melodic patch
02:07 Pattern length and setting the numerical values
02:38 Live recording
03:24 Clearing the pattern
03:38 ARM recording
04:12 Glide/slide
05:04 101-style sequencing
06:27 Arpeggiator
07:01 Super latch
07:21 Recording the arpeggio
07:50 Transpose
08:30 Saving the patterns
08:56 Live pattern mode
09:32 Step editor
10:47 Ratchets
11:14 Probability
12:42 Nudge
13:03 Pattern direction
13:42 Drum rack patch
15:29 101-style drums input
15:43 x0x-style drum editing
15:57 live drums recording
16:50 Mute
18:28 Outro

6 new Eurorack modules from Endorphin nes // Superbooth 2019

Published on May 8, 2019 DivKidVideo

"Here we have 6, yes 6 new Eurorack modules from Endorphin.es for Superbooth 2019. We have a 2hp power module, Godspeed+, Ground Control, Airstreamer, Milky Way & Squawk Dirty To Me.

Across them you have a self modulating, FM, wave shaping sub generating VC. A stereo (or dual input mixing) multi filter, more FX than you can shake a stick at, next level bipolar VCA controlled function generator and new multi channel sequencer and the 2hp power."

Building a full drum kit with Queen of Pentacles & Shuttle System w/ Running Order & Ground Control

Endorphin.es

Building a full drum kit with Queen of Pentacles and Shuttle System, controlled by our latest trigger sequencer Running Order. Shuttle System is used to create 2 Toms and the Queen of Pentacles does the rest of the heavy lifting.
Full patch from scratch video.

LOW PASS GATES: #buchlaforest #westcoast self-generating patch with variable delay clock

video upload by Endorphin.es

"LOW PASS GATES are an essential part of sound shaping in #westcoast synthesis.
The way LPG process the sound mimics the way many natural sounds work.
No wonder why they have been given a near magical status since their first appearance in the 60s.

Low Pass Gate are filters No. 3 and 4 in Grand Terminal and Squawk Dirty To Me: lo-pass filter with adjustable delay or resonance.

Today we will show you how you can achieve beautiful plucky sounds using the Furthrrrr generator and LPG in Grand Terminal combo.

Modules used in that video:

GROUND CONTROL: performance 8 drum tracks / 3 melodic tracks sequencer

SHUTTLE SYSTEM: tone generating eurorack synthesizer

QUEEN OF PENTACLES: 7-drum 909-inspired drum machine"