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Erica Synths Black EG 2 & Black DADSR EG

video upload by Erica Synths

"The Black DADSR EG and the Black EG 2 are new, full analogue envelope generators each with distinct features that significantly expand modulation palette of the modular synth. The DADSR (Delay-Attack-Decay-Sustain-Release) has voltage control over each stage of the envelope and independent Gate Delay section adds extra functionality to design advanced modulation patterns. The Black EG 2 has optional GATE LENGTH setting, which allows to generate full ADSR envelopes even, if a short trigger is used at the input and in the LOOP mode the module outputs full ADSR envelope instead of AD envelope.

*HASDR EG2 module in the video has a prototype panel and equals DADSR EG

Patches:

00:02 - Patch 1 / Sending trigger to Black EG 2 and adjusting the gate length manually, therefore creating full ADSR envelope. EF is controlling the cutoff of the Multimode VCF which is fed with noise.

00:55 - Patch 2 / Playing notes and sending gates with keyboard, HADSR EG is set into loop mode therefore after the gate is released it starts to loop. Also release is controlled with the pitch cv therefore creating different looping envelope length for each note. HADSR is controlling the Multimode VCF cutoff.

01:36 - Patch 3 / EG 2 in loop mode. Creating full ADSR loop thanks to the built in gate generator, on the second part controlling the gate length with CV. EG is controlling the VCF which is fed with noise cutoff.

02:35 - Patch 4 / EG 2 is modulating the LPG which is filtering Wavetable VCO. EG 2 is triggered with steady clock and modulated with S&H from the Octasource.

03:21 - Patch 5 / Creating percussive sounds with DADSR EG modulating the FM of the VCO 2, and changing the gate delay to add some variety.

04:29 - Patch 6 / EG 2 is controlling Wavetable VCO pitch and DADSR is modulating the WAVE CV, HADSR release is also modulated with LFO therefore changing the envelope length.

05:10 - Patch 7 / By patching the bi-polar out into the release CV you can create logarithmic evevelope form the linear one in the looping mode.

05:50 - Patch 8 / Wavetable VCO wave cv controlled with HADSR which all cv inputs are modulated by the Octasource.

All FX (reverb/delay) in the demo are from Black Hole DSP 2 and upcoming FX module!"

Update: pics and details via Erica Synths:

The Erica Synths Black DADSR (Delay-Attack-Decay-Sustain-Release) is a fully analogue envelope generator that gives you extended control over events in your modular synth. It’s a looping exponential envelope generator that has voltage control over each stage of the envelope. An independent Gate Delay section adds extra functionality to design advanced soundscapes, like delayed modulation effects, wave morphing, etc.

Features
Re-triggerable exponential DADSR envelope generator
CV control over each stage
Gate delay with a manually controlled delay time
CV attenuators
Looping function
Manual gate button

The Erica Synths Envelope Generator 2 is a re-triggerable, looping envelope generator with some unconventional features that are very useful for experimental setups. What sets the Black EG2 apart from other envelope generators is its optional GATE LENGTH setting, which allows for generating full ADSR envelopes even if a short trigger is used at the input. Likewise, in LOOP mode, the module outputs a full ADSR envelope instead of a classical AD envelope. The gate length is both manual and CV controlled, which allows for using this envelope generator in compact modular setups controlled by trigger sequencers only.

Features
Full exponential ADSR envelope
Retriggering option
Internal gate generator with adjustable gate length
Manual and voltage-controlled gate length
Full ADSR looping mode

MAKE NOISE ESION EKAM

video upload by MAKEN0ISE

"Open your ears! Make Noise will be at Superbooth in Berlin May 11-13. Come hear more of what we've been working on at Booth 0298!

http://www.makenoisemusic.com"

Behringer Introduces the Abacus Modeled on the Buchla 257 and 281 / Make Noise Maths

Compare to Make Noise Maths

"Buchla's legendary 257 and 281 analog synthesizers are considered classics of their genre, implemented in a wide range of musical applications. The Behringer ABACUS is modeled after these original instruments, featuring an array of linear, logarithmic and exponential triggered or continuous functions.

List price: $99 (in stock and immediately shipping from our factory)

Modulate and Push the Tempo
The ABACUS can generate musical envelopes or LFO signals up to 25 minutes in length and as fast as 1 kHz. Designed for use with other modules, it also allows you to change the modulation depth, modulate backwards and create even more musical events by manipulating tempo.

Unlimited Creativity
By manipulating the ABACUS’ control knobs, incoming signals can be an amplified, attenuated, integrated or inverted for unlimited creativity. Totally unique and crazy warped effects like lag, slew or portamento can be applied to control voltages perfect for use with a sequencer, or synth keyboard. Up to 4 control voltages can be combined to generate even more complex modulations."

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Long Sampling Unlocked for the Octatrack

video upload by EZBOT

"In this video I am going to show you how and why to record 8/16/32 bar quantized loops on the Octatrack, and if your clever lengths in between.

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Loscha Opens up a Pollard Syndrum Quad!

video upload by Edward Jones

"This is going to be a long restoration!

The drum triggers go into the unit on a five pin Latched XLR, not a DIN as I said in the video.

The power supply is in an external box that has a mains transformer, and a voltage regulator, only to have it regulated again inside.
twice.

The MM5837 appears to be a no gp (I have a spare) but the real issue is that the faders and switches are all corroded and jumpy.

I did end up taking the panel board off, and the faders seem to be like the contemporary ARP kind. Plastic body, moving wiper body."

One patch, two sounds - modulating the DB-01 filter

video upload by Richard DeHove

"Modulating the filter is one of the golden rules of using the DB-01. If it's not adding a gentle wave, beefing up the rhythm with a synced pulse, or acting as an extra envelope, then how about some FM? Here the LFO is unsynced, and running fast as a sine wave. By turning the main filter knob up or down the FM effect is revealed - as well as the very high resonance.

Although the music here is slightly chopped up from my meandering 12-minute jam, it's all from one take and none of the other controls (well, except octave up and down) are moved. I think the DB-01 does well getting so many flavors from this one patch.

As usual absolutely no other processing or effect than what you see.

Lots of downloads for supporters on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/richarddehove
Many thanks to my kind patrons who keep this channel ad-free
My website: https://richarddehove.com/"