Erica Synths Introduces Black Sequencer Eurorack Module

Erica Synths

"Hello world! It has been a long trip, but we are glad to announce that the Black Sequencer will be finally available on November 20th this year. We are really excited about it and cant wait to see how you will integrate it in your eurorack setup!

Patch description - Rhythmic bass part is made with Black VCO II PULSE and SUB outs mixed together an then send through the upcoming Black LPG module and then sent through the Black Stereo Delay in TAPE mode. Main lead is also a Black VCO II but with a SAW output sent through the Multimode VCF and Black Hole DSP II with "Stalker Reverb" patch loaded. The quiet rhythmic piano is Pico Voice in Wavefolder mode. Everything is sequenced with the Black Sequencer."

Details:

"The Erica Synths Black Sequencer takes classical modular sequencing to the next level by adding tons of features required for contemporary modular synthesizers.

The Black Sequencer features 4 channels with CV, gate and modulation outputs, up to 64 step sequences that can be chained into songs, independent track time divisions, multiplications and lengths. It includes a built-in quantizer, LFOs, envelope generators, parameter randomization, a MIDI in/out and many other features essential for composing and performing electronic and experimental music. Even though it provides many programmable parameters per step, it’s intuitive, easy and straightforward to use, and we believe that it will become a master controller for many modular setups.


Features
4 CV/GATE/Modulation tracks
MIDI IN and MIDI OUT
Clock and Reset In/Out
16 encoders for easy sequence input
Up to 64 steps per pattern
Song mode – up to 64 patterns in chain, each pattern can be repeated up to 32 times
Note, Glide, Gate length and Modulation adjustment per step
Probability, repeats and ratcheting per step
Microtonal tuning
Adjustable shuffle per track, shuffle mode customization
Timing divisions/multiplications per track
Built-in quantizer
Random pattern generator
16 banks of 16 pattern memory
SD card slot for backup and firmware updates

Shipping in the beginning of December
RRP: 510 EUR (tax excl.)"

See the dealers on the right for availability.

Eurorack manufacturing in Berlin - Tubbutec USB Bridge A

Tubbutec

"This is how we made the first batch of our latest eurorack module: USB bridge A: https://tubbutec.de/usb-bridge-a/
Our modules are designed and made in Berlin.

For larger batches or established products we have an assembly partner, also in Berlin.

Turn on subtitles for explanations.

Music: Kurt Y. Gödel - Sunrise Faders
https://music.yuyay-records.de/album/...

0:00 Applying solder paste
0:16 SMD assembly in a pick and place machine
0:49 Reflow soldering
1:09 Visual inspection
1:14 THT soldering
1:34 Flashing the firmware
1:38 Testing and labeling
1:46 Final product"

"Routes and merges midi data between two USB devices and one TRS midi device.

USB Bridge A features two midi USB hosts and conventional TRS midi (type A) input and output.
Midi data is routed between the connected devices and merged if necessary. Routing is very fast with very low latency.

Data received from a USB device will be send to the other USB device and to the TRS output.
Data received on the TRS input will be sent to the two USB devices.
Depending on the kind of data it will be merged, see below.

You can use this to:

Connect one or two midi USB midi controllers/keyboards to a conventional midi device
Connect a keyboard to a module with only USB device capability
Connect a cheap USB midi interface and get more conventional midi IOs
Use your phone to control your Eurorack or as a synthesizer
Connect a synthesizer via USB"

Kebu's Roland synths (part 2)

Kebu

"Kebu shows off his Roland synth collection. In this part, Kebu presents his JD-XA, SE-02 and FANTOM. In the end of the video, Kebu gives a jam with the three synths, controlled and clocked from the FANTOM.

0:00 Roland JD-XA
5:27 Roland SE-02
9:25 Roland FANTOM
17:44 Jam with the FANTOM, SE-02 and JD-XA

(Apologies for my mispronunciation! It should of course be 'JD-XA', not 'GD-XA')" You can find Kebu's Roland Synths Part 1 here.

Introducing the Haywyre Signature Sound Bank for Nord Wave 2

NordKeyboards

"Introducing the Haywyre signature sound bank for Nord Wave 2 - an exclusive patch collection created by the US electronic artist Haywyre!

The sound bank incorporates influences of genres such as electronic, house, jazz and contemporary dance music combining both samples, virtual analog, wavetable and FM synthesis. All sounds are available for free download at nordkeyboards.com! #haywyre #nordwave2 #soundbank #iseenord

Download and listen to sound demos here: https://www.nordkeyboards.com/sound-l..."

DIVA CTRL - SOUND DESIGN 2

aurex

"Some more in depth functions this time. I"m using the SHIFT and ROUTING menu a lot, assigning more complex functions when creating the sounds. I did no overdubs or edits, everything is one take with DIVA CTRL for Launch Control XL. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/..."

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Focus on Waldorf STVC: Using the Freeze Function

WaldorfMusicChannel

"This is part 4 of our tutorial series for the Waldorf STVC Synthesizer & Vocoder."

WaldorfMusicChannel Waldorf STVC posts

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Aquifex - Make Noise 0-coast & Erica Synths: Pico Sys 3 basic jam

SynthAddict

"Timbre variations on a 2-part ostinato from the 0-coast, mixed with a simple perc pattern on the Pico Sys 3.

Having fun getting all kinds of timbres out of the 0-coast, from beautiful, to edgy, and finally nasty. :-) Enjoy!"

Synthetic Sound Labs Introduces the TUBE VCA / TIMBRAL GATE IN MU FORMAT

via Synthetic Sound Labs / SSL

"The Russians Are Coming!

What happens when you apply 1950's era Soviet technology to a modern analog synth?  You get the new SSL 1530 Tube VCA / Timbral Gate module - a wild blend of vacuum tube warmth and distortion, along with an incredibly useful VCA that is so much more than the sum of its parts.

The 1530 uses miniature pencil-sized vacuum tubes that were developed and refined by the Russians over 60 years ago.  They are exceptionally low current and low voltage devices - so there's no need to generate the traditional high-voltage power supplies that are required for most other vacuum tubes.  Very cool stuff!

While it’s a surprisingly good VCA, it really shines when it’s over-driven - rounding and folding the input waveforms like nothing else available. In some modes, it’s prone to whacky self-oscillation that can be made to lock onto the harmonics of the input waveform in cascading howls. Totally adjustable and controllable.

In conjunction with and licensed by Ken Stone (CGS), Synthetic Sound Labs has further expanded on Ken's designs to include several other circuit enhancements to make your Russian dreams "Come True".

SSL has added LEDs behind the tube to visually emulate the warm glow of the filament, and pulsating blue LEDs that simulate tubes as they are being driven by control voltages. A custom acrylic window shows off the effects in true retro fashion.

SSL uses quality fiberglass-epoxy printed circuit boards, precision automated robotics and meticulous hand-crafted assembly assure years of trouble-free service.

Synthetic Sound Labs has been in the analog synthesizer business since 1973. The 1530 is yet another in SSL’s growing line of new synthesizer modules. Proudly made in the USA.

Pricing is $295 US. Available directly from SSL and through NoiseBug, Pomona, CA.

1530 Specifications at a glance:

Model
1530 Tube VCA / Timbral Gate

Function
Tube VCA / Timbral Gate - MU format Module

Controls
- DRIVE 1 – Drive 1 attenuator
- DRIVE 2 / FB – Drive 2 and normalized feedback attenuator
- INIT GAIN – Manual CV gain input
- CV AMT – CV Input gain attenuator

Switches (x2)
- FeedBack (On/Off)
- Bias (Dist/Clean)

Inputs
- DRIVE 1 – Variable gain Signal input
- DRIVE 2/FB – Variable gain Signal input – Input switch selectable feedback from output
- CV IN – Controls output gain. Attenuation control

Outputs
- OUT – Audio Output (AC Coupled)

Panel
High quality 0.062” aluminum. Durable black Metalphoto finish with natural aluminum graphics.

Power
- Current draw: +15V @ 30 ma. and -15V @ 22 ma.
- Synthesizers.com 6 pin Molex standard.

Size
8.75” H x 2.125” W x ~1.25” D (1 Moog Unit / MU)"

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