Generative patch with MetaModule

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"Generative patch with MetaModule and Moffenzeef Modular Pocket Clock-It"

Drum Glitch Effect

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How to create a drum machine in MetaModule using a MIDI controller

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4ms Announces the MetaModule Wi-Fi Expander

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"The MetaModule Wi-Fi Expander lets you connect to your MetaModule wirelessly using a web browser.

Quickly transfer patches you created on the computer and play them on your MetaModule without swapping disks or USB drives.

Available on November 12th!"

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

JLR's Modular Synthesizers - System Breakdown #14 -

video upload by John L Rice

JLRs Modular Synthesizers - System Breakdown posts

"This is my fourteenth video breakdown/rundown, this time for my very smallest Eurorack system, just a single 4ms Pod20 case! This will be the last one for a while, thanks for enduring my unprecedented flood of breakdowns this month and for your patience waiting for the "big one" coming late 2024/early 2025 (hopefully!)

Index:
0:00 Beginning
0:20 Introduction
0:56 Module and Modifications
3:06 Final Words
4:14 Demo: "The Night Train Never Stops"
10:48 End

List of the modules in this system
Synthrotek: TST
Mutable instruments: Ears
Intellijel: Mult (modified)
Polaxis: Talko
4ms Company: Pod20 (modified)

Additional items shown and used for the demo:
Division 6: Business Card Synthesizer
Tall Dog: uClouds SE (clone of Mutable Instruments Clouds)
Tendrils Cables: patch cables
Strymon: BigSky and Timeline pedals
Lexicon: MX400

Train video clips licensed from Pixabay.com artists in the following order:
Coverr-Free-Footage
run2cross
AiVreaSaStii

DRUNK BABY IS DRUBK clips are from the "Woodsie TV" YouTube channel.

As always, thank you for watching, rating, following, subscribing, and commenting! 🥳 If you found the content of this video helpful, interesting, or entertaining, please consider showing your support so I can stay stocked up on coffee and cookies. 😋 https://buymeacoffee.com/johnlrice"

JLRs Modular Synthesizers - System Breakdown #13 -

video upload by John L Rice

JLRs Modular Synthesizers - System Breakdown posts

"This is my thirteenth video breakdown/rundown, this time for one of my very smallest Eurorack systems, just a single 4ms Pod40x case!

Index:
0:00 Beginning
0:20 Introduction
0:55 Module Rundown
2:15 Modifications
2:23 Final Words
2:44 Demo: 'Boil The Noodles, Winter Is Coming'
8:25 End

List of the modules in this system
Erica Synths: Black MIDI-CV v2, Black VCO2, Pico MODulator
Happy Nerding: HM VCO
2hp: LFO
The Harvestman: Polivoks VCF (2013)
4ms Company: Pod40x
Tendrils Cables: patch cables
Arturia: Keystep keyboard used for demo

Note that additional reverb came from an external device for the audio sample. Otherwise all sounds were from the displayed system.

As always, thank you for watching, rating, following, subscribing, and commenting! 🥳 If you found the content of this video helpful, interesting, or entertaining, please consider showing your support so I can stay stocked up on coffee and cookies. 😋 https://buymeacoffee.com/johnlrice"

JLR' s Modular Synthesizers - System Breakdown #12 -

video upload by John L Rice

JLRs Modular Synthesizers - System Breakdown posts

"This is my twelfth video breakdown/rundown, this time for one of my smallest Eurorack systems, just a single 4ms Pod48x case!

Index:
0:00 Beginning
0:20 Introduction
0:55 Module Rundown
2:15 Modifications
3:06 Final Words
3:24 Demo: "We Ponder The Meaning As We Fall Like Leaves"
5:27 End

List of the modules in this system
Vermona: meloDICER, MEX3
2hp: Rnd
Tall Dog: µBraids SE
Happy Nerding: FX AID
4ms Company: Pod48x
Tendrils Cables: patch cables

Note that additional reverb came from an external device for the audio sample. Otherwise all sounds were from the displayed system.

The MIDI synth in the demo is an Alesis NanoPiano and is played by the Vermona meloDICER+MEX3.

As always, thank you for watching, rating, following, subscribing, and commenting! 🥳 If you found the content of this video helpful, interesting, or entertaining, please consider showing your support so I can stay stocked up on coffee and cookies. 😋 https://buymeacoffee.com/johnlrice"

JLRs Modular Synthesizers - System Breakdown #11 -

video upload by John L Rice

JLRs Modular Synthesizers - System Breakdown posts

"This is my eleventh video breakdown/rundown, this time for one of my smaller Eurorack systems, multiple 4ms Pod cases and a Haken ContinuuMini mounted on a Pedaltrain pedalboard.

Index:
0:00 Beginning
0:20 Introduction
1:45 Module Rundown
4:15 Modifications
6:30 Final Words
6:53 Demo: "Counting Past Missteps As I Stumble Towards The Future"
10:08 End

List of the modules in this system
Kilpatrick Audio: K2579, KMIDI (both modified)
Noise Engineering: Horologic Solum, Bin Seq, Clep Diaz
Rebel Technology: Chronos mkII
WMD/Steady State Fate: S.P.O., MMF, ADSRVCA
Modcan: Triple VCO
Meng Qi Music: DPLPG
Synthesis Technology: E950, E951
Division 6: Mix VI
Mutable Instruments: Kinks
Erica Synths: Black Hole DSP
4ms Company: Listen Four 1/4, Pod26 (x2), Pod32 (x2)

As always, thank you for watching, rating, following, subscribing, and commenting! 🥳 If you found the content of this video helpful, interesting, or entertaining, please consider showing your support so I can stay stocked up on coffee and cookies. 😋 https://buymeacoffee.com/johnlrice"

JLRs Modular Synthesizers - System Breakdown #9 -

video upload by John L Rice

JLRs Modular Synthesizers - System Breakdown posts

"This is my ninth video breakdown/rundown, this time for my compact Eurorack system in a small lighting controller case.

Index:
0:00 Beginning
0:20 Introduction
0:55 Module Rundown
3:38 Modifications
6:20 Final Words
7:01 "It's Leftovers" (unplanned audio demo)
8:34 End

List of the 21 modules in this system
Happy Nerding: HM VCO x3, FM AID, ADSR
2hp: LFO, Seq, Delay, Trim, Mult
Erica Synths: Trigg, Drums
Synthesis Technology: E440
Doepfer: A138n
Division 6: Multiplicity VI
Bubble Sound: 141
TipTop Audio: ONE
Intellijel: Springray
Circuit Abbey: Unify
Synthwerks: Lamp-3
4ms Company: Row Power 30
(plus a Keith McMillen QuNexus keyboard)

Note that additional reverb came from an external device for the audio sample. Otherwise all sounds were from the displayed system.

If you found the content of this video helpful, interesting, or entertaining, please consider showing your support so I can stay stocked up on coffee and cookies. 😋 https://buymeacoffee.com/johnlrice"

The MetaModule from 4ms Company

You might remember the MetaModule from this previous post.

Press release follows:

The MetaModule puts real knobs and jacks on virtual software modules. It lets you step back from the computer and make music with hardware, while keeping all the benefits and flexibility of software plugins.

Ships with 165 Modules
The MetaModule is a eurorack module with over 160 built-in modules from 4ms Company, Befaco, HetrickCV, Nonlinearcircuits, and Eightfold, plus clones of popular classics such as the Mutable Instruments modules, fun physical modeling algorithms, and lots of handy utilities.
All of the included modules are also available on the computer using the free program VCV Rack. Whether you make patches on VCV Rack and transfer them to the MetaModule, or if you just create patches directly on the MetaModule, there are plenty of creative modules to inspire new ways to make music.

MetaModule Plugins
If the built-in module aren’t enough, you can load more modules as plugins. Already there are over 200 modules in third-party plugins from Bogaudio, Valley, ChowDSP, NANO Modular, and the list is growing.
We have an SDK available to make it easy for VCV Rack plugin developers to convert their plugin to a MetaModule plugin. Our licensing terms are non-restrictive: developers are welcome to distribute their plugin in any way they wish, commercially or not.

Mapping Knobs and Jacks
The MetaModule has 12 knobs that can be mapped to virtual knobs. Each knob can be mapped to up eight virtual knobs, and each mapping can have a different range and offset. You also can save a group of mappings as a Knob Set and switch between Knob Sets with the encoder. You also can map the 8 inputs and 8 outputs to virtual module jacks.
Also, the MetaModule is a USB MIDI host, so you also can map MIDI CC, note, gate, and other parameters to knobs and jacks.

Expanders
There are lots of ways to customize your MetaModule. A Wifi expander allows you to wirelessly transfer patches from your computer. Add eight more knobs with the Knob expander, or buttons with the Button expander. A CV/Audio expander adds more high-resolution inputs and outputs, and the Gate In/Out expander adds not only gate jacks but also TRS MIDI and I2C.

Under the Hood
There are six CV/Audio inputs, two gate inputs, and six CV/Audio outputs. The CV/Audio jacks are all 24-bit, 48kHz DC-coupled, -10V to +10V. A USB-C jack accepts MIDI devices and thumb drives. Patches and plugins can be loaded via a USB drive or SD Card, and internal flash memory lets you save patches you always want to come back to.

The processor is more advanced than anything 4ms has used yet, and is among the most powerful processors found in Eurorack. It uses a dual-core Cortex-A7 running at 800Mhz, with a Cortex-M4 co-processor. There is 512MB of fast DDR3 RAM. It runs bare-metal without an OS, so startup time and latency are blazingly fast.

Retail availability: August 27, 2024
Price: $649 (USD)

4ms Catalyst Sequencer: In-depth Demo

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"Walk through basic usage of the Catalyst Sequencer, and explore some advanced features. The Catalyst Sequencer is an 8-channel CV sequencer with phase-based and clock-based sequencing."

00:00 - Intro / quick rundown of concept
00:40 - Clock Driven Sequencing
00:45 - Internal clock / Tempo settings
01:00 - Syncing to an external clock
01:25 - Patch setup
01:53 - Basic gate sequencing
02:43 - Basic voltage sequencing
03:00 - Fine button
03:15 - Voltage Quantization
03:45 - Phase Based Sequencing
03:52 - Driving Sequence with an LFO
04:35 - Clock driven sequencing with Phase CV
06:22 - Advanced Sequencing
06:28 - Direction
06:48 - Transpose
06:54 - Start Point
07:15 - Length
07:30 - Pages
08:05 - Shift functions per channel
08:40 - Gate function “Swing”
09:10 - Gate function “Ratchet”
09:30 - Voltage function “Glide”
09:50 - Gate channel Probability
10:45 - Voltage channel Probability
11:40 - Sequence control “Phase”
12:18 - Adding more sequencer channels
15:15 - Conclusion

#NAMM 2024: 4ms modular jam with Catalyst sequencer and controller

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"Dan Green of 4ms Company treats us to a modular jam featuring the new Catalyst sequencer and controller, along with many other modules from their catalog.

To find out more, please visit https://4mscompany.com"

NAMM 2024 - 4ms - Catalyst Sequencer + Controller

video upload by sonicstate

"At NAMM 2024, Sonic State engaged in a detailed conversation with Dan Green from the innovative company 4MS about their latest offerings in modular synthesis control. The spotlight was on the Catalyst Sequencer and the Catalyst Controller, two versatile tools for modular musicians. The Catalyst Sequencer, an eight-channel CV sequencer, stood out for its flexibility. Dan demonstrated its capabilities, showcasing features like step sequencing, note customization, glide adjustments, and the introduction of phase CV for navigating between locked-clock sequences and chaotic improvisation. With the ability to handle sequences of up to 64 steps and arrange them into pages, the Catalyst Sequencer provides a powerful and dynamic tool for crafting intricate modular compositions.

Following the Sequencer, Dan delved into the Catalyst Controller, an eight-channel macro controller designed to control various aspects of a modular setup. With scenes, crossfading, and real-time recording of slider motions, the Catalyst Controller becomes a central hub for managing multiple parameters. Dan emphasized its potential for live performances, preset management, and transitions between different configurations. The most intriguing aspect was the announcement that purchasing one of these modules unlocks both functionalities, creating a two-in-one concept.

Catalyst Sequencer. Available March 2024. Price 395 USD

Catalyst Controller. Available March 2024. Price 395 USD"

4ms Sampler - Dual Sampler Jam w/ Daedelus

video upload by 4ms Company

"Daedelus is back at it, using our new Samplers for improvisational beat making. Also available in DIY along with our new Looping Delay!"

The Invaders (don’t be scared, just a Eurorack test ;-)

video upload by John L Rice

Noise Engineering Horologic Solum
Squarp Instruments Rample
Doepfer A-138sV
Erica Synths Black Hole DSP
4ms Company Listen Four 1/4 and Pods
Haken ContinuuMini

#modularsynth #electronicmusic #eurorackmodular

4ms Looping Delay - Karplus-Strong Synthesis

video upload by 4ms Company

"How to create a Karplus-Strong synthesis (aka Waveguide synthesis) patch using the Looping Delay. The Sampler is used as a sound source to create bowed metal, plucked string, and exotic alien lead sounds.

The Looping Delay is a clock-based delay for creative synthesis. Not a tape or analog emulation, but a modern crystal-clear digital delay, the Looping Delay combines features of delay, looping, and sample-tight synchronization for powerful and dynamic sound capture and modification. Based on the Dual Looping Delay, the Looping Delay offers the same high-quality sound in a smaller, single-channel format. Available now as a pre-built module, or as a DIY Kit."

See the dealers on the right for availability.

4m EnOsc Switch Exploration

video upload by Todd Barton

"OMG! Matthias Peuch and 4ms Company knocked this one out of the park! The ultimate west coast synth with a ton of CV inputs and switches. I've only spent less than an hour with it and my brain is flooded with possibilities. Thanks for the loan.
4ms: https://4mscompany.com
My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/synthtodd"

Superbooth 2023: Decksaver - New Covers

video upload by sonicstate

"We spoke to Jake from Decksaver at Superbooth 2023 where they showcased a wide range of new covers. The company is known for providing high-quality polycarbonate covers for various musical equipment to keep them safe from damage. Some of their newest releases include the Decksaver for Summit, the 4ms 48 and 64x pods, the Roland Boutique range, the Erica Bassline, and the LXR. They also have covers for cheaper equipment like the Akai mini play and the Launchkey 37. Jake said that the production cycle takes about three months from research to pre-production, depending on the type and size of the equipment.

One of the unique features of Decksaver is that they offer custom covers working closely with the instrument manufacturers. They also use different weights of polycarbonate material depending on the equipment's size and type, with prices ranging from £15 to £120. Decksaver's covers are favored by many musicians, including a famous artist who saved thousands of pounds worth of equipment from damage due to a leak in his studio by using Decksaver covers."

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4ms Shaped Dual EnvVCA - Daedelus Jam

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"Our friend Daedelus using their Shaped Dual EnvVCA for a little radio scan inspired sample jam! Unlike conventional analog envelope modules, the waveform of each envelope can be controlled with a slider or CV without changing the envelope timing!
#4msENV #4msDEV #4msSHEV
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Shaped Dual EnVCA
https://4mscompany.com/shapedenv

The Shaped Dual EnvVCA is a two-channel analog envelope generator with variable waveshaping and a stereo linear VCA. With a wide time range from an hour to 2.5kHz, and a plethora of CV inputs and attenuverters, it can be used as an LFO, audio-rate oscillator, slew limiter, waveshaper, ASR/ADSR/complex EG, independent audio/CV VCA, envelope follower, sidechain processor, and general utility module. Each channel has dedicated linear outputs plus attenuverters and offset controls for the variable waveshape outputs, making it an ideal modulation source and stereo VCA. 100% analog, 20HP, $339
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http://4mscompany.com/stores.php
https://4mscompany.com/ENV
https://4mscompany.com/DEV
https://4mscompany.com/SHEV
https://www.instagram.com/daedelus"