EOS - Ergot Organic Semi-Modular Synthesizer by Blue Lantern Modules || Full Walkthrough and Demo

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"This video takes a look at the new semi-modular synthesizer by Blue Lantern Modules, the Ergot Organic Synthesizer. This is a full synthesizer based on a plethora of Blue Lantern Modules all intermingled in one standalone synth. Just add v/oct for pitch and a gate/trigger for the envelope and you are good to go.

If you wanted to build this in eurorack, you would need the following modules:
x2 Lunar Modulation Lab
Subharmonics Generator
CSVCO Noise Oscillator
x2 APE Accented Percussion Envelope Generator
Parallax/Blades Filter
x2 Mini Digital LFO
Dwarf Star Stereo Delay


You can jump to any section of the video using the timecodes here:
00:00 - Opening
01:24 - Overview
04:30 - 5 Minute Rundown
10:05 - Full Walkthrough & Demo
38:35 - Some Music

Special thanks to Blue Lantern Modules for providing the EOS for this video."

Blue Lantern EOS 2023 - White Semi Modular Synthesizer

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"Ergot Organic Synthesizer

Dimensions: 17x7x2

Power Range: -12V/+12V based, compatible with external Euro Format Modules.

This is an analog synthesizer with Stereo PT2399 based Echo FX.

To get it going a 1V/octave and Gate signal patched from you own gear is required.

An Arturia KeyStep can be used for example.

No patching is required to to complete the audio patch. All the basic connections are hardwired.

The user just has to turn knobs.

The EOS is based on the following blue lantern modules circuits/modules:

VCO-Lunar Modulation Lab

Mixer-Mono Sir Mix Alot

Noise Generator-Dwarf Star Shift Register Noise Generator, with additional white noise

Sub Harmonics Generator 4hp Module

Stereo Filter: Modified Parallax Filter, some features are based on Mutable Instruments Blades Filter.

Envelope Generators: APE Module

VCA-2164 based stereo vca's

Digital LFO's: Mini Digital VCLFO Module.

Features:

67 Knob Controls

24 Toggle Switches

50 Patch points

1 Stereo Headphone/Monitor Output

9 possible audio sources on the mixer

Stereo Analog Filter

Filter 1 has LP/BP/HP

Filter 2 has LP or Notch

The Filter has a signal path Scanner to blend between Mono, Parallel, or Series.

2 Digital Based LFO's. with wave form reset, and 2 banks of wave forms."

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Blue Lantern Gleba VCF // Walkthrough & Demo

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"In this video we take a look at the brand new VCF by Blue Lantern Modules, Gleba. Based on the VCF from BLM's Dwarf Star Semi Modular Synthesizer, Gleba crams a lot of fun functionality into only 10hp.

This VCF has:
- Two audio inputs, one with attenuator
- 12db Low Pass/Band Pass/High pass filter with mix & match switches
- A screaming self oscillating resonance sine wave
- Limit switch to squash those middle frequencies for a more metallic-like tone similar to the MS-20
- Two Subharmonics Generators, 1 and 2 octaves lower
- FM modulation input with attenuverter
- CV control over resonance and frequency (with 1v/oct tracking)
- A built in VCA that is bypassed when left unpatched.

Filter, crunch up, or add character to your sounds. Use it as an oscillator, a crunchy rudimentary EQ, as a nice squelchy filter, and so much more.

Special thanks to Blue Lantern for providing the the module for the video."

Update:

Gleba Part 2 // Multi-Mode VCF/VCA by Blue Lantern Modules - Patch tips and Q Trimmer Demo

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"It smells like it is time for #2! In this video we look at a few more patch examples with Gleba, as well as toning down the resonance to more classic filter levels with the Q Trimmer.

The patches covered in this video are an acid bass, gated drums, and chords through Gleba."

Blue Lantern Dwarf Star

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You cand find some demos of the Dwarf Star in previous posts here.

"Crazy cool rare synth. Two oscillators, filter, 2 envelopes, 2 LFO, delay.

But that's not the whole story. The oscillators have 2 separate waveform outputs plus a Sub-oscillator. All 6 outputs have individual level controls in the mixer and a waveform selection switch.

There's also Noise - with a Tune knob to adjust the kind of noise being generated.

The filter -- LP, BP, and HP individually selectable. Yes - you can have more than one selected (or all 3) at a given time.

Frequency Modulation (FM) of the oscillators is possible (linear or exponential). Filter FM is there, the envelopes are loopable, and the delay parameters have cv inputs to modulate them in real time.

Given the ton of patchpoints and built-in modulation paths, this is a tweakers dream synth. You can get stuff out of this that you simply can't get anywhere else (or without spending huge sums of money on rare individual Blue Lantern modules). There really is simply too many features to list and explore here."

Blue Lantern Dwarf Star Semi-Modular Synth

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"Lightly used semi modular synth w/ hand made wooden desktop stand

Manufacturer description:
The Dwarf Star is a Semi-Modular Synthesizer with fully analog signal path.

The system features two triangle core VCOs, a 12dB analog filter, two linear-based envelope generators, twin VCAs (stereo output), 2 LFOs (1 VCLFO & 1 Skew LFO), Sample and Hold, a VC Noise Generator, a Mixer and a stereo "vintage sounding" delay!

The triangle core VCOs use a discrete transistor array for triangle generation. The Bergfotron Advanced VCO was the initial influence in the making of these VCOs.

You get a superior quad VCA based analog filter. This particular filter is mixable, meaning there are outputs for lowpass, band pass, high pass, notch, and all pass. You are able to select which capacitors (470pf and 120pf) are used.

The filter also features a diode limiter for controlling extreme settings. This is a unique feature you will not see on any other desktop synth., The mixer section and filter go hand in hand. The mixer section will saturate the filter if the level knobs are close to fully clockwise. So, you get an extreme and soft sound palette.

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Blue Lantern Modules Demos New 2017 4hp Dwarf Star Shift Register Based Noise Generator

Published on Apr 11, 2017 Flavio Mireles

"4hp Digital Noise generator with onboard HPF and an offset processor."

First Modular Synthesizer Test (Blue Lantern Dwarf Star / Arturia BeatStep)

Published on Dec 1, 2014 RyuX

"My first try on my Modular Synth :D"

Blue Lantern Dwarf Star

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"The Dwarf Star is a Semi-Modular Synthesizer with fully analog signal path.

The system features two triangle core VCOs, a 12dB analog filter, two linear-based envelope generators, twin VCAs (stereo output), 2 LFOs (1 VCLFO & 1 Skew LFO), Sample and Hold, a VC Noise Generator, a Mixer and a stereo "vintage sounding" delay!

The triangle core VCOs use a discrete transistor array for triangle generation. The Bergfotron Advanced VCO was the initial influence in the making of these VCOs.

You get a superior quad VCA based analog filter. This particular filter is mixable, meaning there are outputs for lowpass, band pass, high pass, notch, and all pass. You are able to select which capacitors (470pf and 120pf) are used.

The filter also features a diode limiter for controlling extreme settings. This is a unique feature you will not see on any other desktop synth., The mixer section and filter go hand in hand. The mixer section will saturate the filter if the level knobs are close to fully clockwise. So, you get an extreme and soft sound palette.

The mixer section does not require any patching. All basic waves are available. VCO 1 generates two sub-harmonic pulse frequencies. This is a unique feature and provides a very fat sound!

The PPL VC Noise Generator's large metal knob allows you to sweep from asteroids (like the Defender arcade game blast FX) to white noise. This is another unique feature.

The two linear-based Envelope generators are analog and have individual loop LFOs. There is a timing capacitor switch to allow for short or long envelopes. One envelope is hard-wired to the filter and the other to the twin VCAs.

The twin VCAs give you a stereo output. Each CVA gate knob is individually controllable. There is a 3.5mm jack to patch up a rotor stereo effect. The output on the VCA section also contains a synth level to line level converter.

The VCLFO has a triangle core. The CV section has exponential CV and a special linear CV section. The linear CV section allows for arpeggio like crescendos when patches with another LFO.

The Skew LFO does not voltage control and is basic. It is similar to the MS-20 LFO in design. It has a triangle shaper with output, and pulse width output.

The Sample and Hold uses the Skew LFO for the clock. You need to patch something to the input jack and patch the output jack to a destination. This is a "free floating" section.

The Stereo 'Vintage Sounding' Delay uses twin PT2399 chips to simulate BBD chips. It makes cool delay trails and each control features CV Inputs.

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Blue Lantern Modules 9U Analog Modular Synthesizer System

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via MATRIXSYNTH CLASSIFIEDS and on eBay here.

"I have two 9u modular systems up on ebay. This one is listed for auction. Check out the other one if you require a buy it now or best offer.
The best bang for your buck is back. This system is considered a full instrument. Just about all the current product line is installed.
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Up for sale is a 9u Blue Lantern Modules Modular system in a custom aluminum case. The case itself was cut with a waterjet industrial machine. This particular synth is using a newer universal power supply.
The power supply uses a 24v DC 3A Wall adapter. That adapter is compatible with 110v or 220v AC. It is auto switching, you just plug in your countries corresponding IEC cord. This is using the same new power setup as
the dwarf star semi modular.

This particular synth is skinnier then the wooden modulars I have sold.

This is what you get with the sale: The 9u Modular unit, the 24v DC wall adapter, and a midi cv 3.5mm converter adapter. I only supply the USA IEC power cord, all other countries you can use one you have or buy one in your local computer store (cost about $5.00)

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Here is the list of installed modules:

-TPC VCO
-SIMPLE SAW VCO
-LMC VCO
-Sir Mix A lot
-DUO TRI CORE LFO
-STEREOSCOPIC VCA
-DOS VCF
-ASTEROID VCF
-COBALT SMELTER LAB VCF
-QUAD ATMEGA QUANTIZER
-SIMPLE MIDI CV
-SIMPLE ADSR
-SIMPLE ADSR
-SIMPLE ADSR
-DWARF STAR NOISE
-SIMPLE VCLFO
-ARPEGGIATOR V3
-SPACEMOTH V2
-BLANK PANEL
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Module total cost at retail: $3571.00
Case cost with power supply: $400.00
Total cost $3971.50 if you were to build this yourself."

Blue Lantern Modules 9U Analog Modular Synthesizer System

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"Up for sale is a 9u Blue Lantern Modules Modular system in a custom aluminum case. The case itself was cut with a waterjet industrial machine. This particular synth is using a newer universal power supply.
The power supply uses a 24v DC 3A Wall adapter. That adapter is compatible with 110v or 220v AC. It is auto switching, you just plug in your countries corresponding IEC cord. This is using the same new power setup as
the dwarf star semi modular.

This particular synth is skinnier then the wooden modulars I have sold.

This is what you get with the sale: The 9u Modular unit, the 24v DC wall adapter, a midi cv 3.5mm converter adapter, and 50 patch cables. I only supply the USA IEC power cord, all other countries you can use one you have or buy one in your local computer store (cost about $5.00)

Here is the list of installed modules:

-TPC VCO
-SIMPLE SAW VCO
-LMC VCO
-SIMPLE MIX EM UP
-ASTEROID BD V4
-STEREOSCOPIC VCA
-DOS VCF
-SPACEMOTH V2
-ASTEROID VCF
-DUO QUANTIZER
-DWARF VCNOISE V2
-TADPOLE EXPANSION
-NOISE GEN LHWF
-SIMPLE MIDI CV
-SIMPLE ADSR
-SIMPLE ADSR
-SIMPLE ADSR
-QUAD ATMEGA QUANTIZER
-SIMPLE VCLFO
-TADPOLE SEQ

Module total cost at retail: $3546.00
Case cost with power supply: $400.00
Dam foo, lol that's $$3946.00. Shave some off homie..."

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Blue Lantern Dwarf Star Midi Production Examples

Dwarf Star pagan theme song and computer music

Published on Jul 13, 2014 Flavio Mireles

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Blue Lantern Dwarf Star Midi Production Example


"This is a very musical synthesizer."

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Blue Lantern Modules Dwarf Star Synthesizer Semi Modular desktop analog synth

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Videos at the auction previously posted here.

"Let me introduce to you the Dwarf Star Synthesizer. A fully analog desktop synth. This is perfect for live performance, groovebox setups, and music production.
I revisited the idea of the all in one box. Many will remember I started my journey building a synthesizer called the 'nexus' many dwarf years ago.
I miss the experience of not having to patch and have a cable in the way for the most basic sessions. I especially miss the concept of the toggle switch.
I personally love melody and music production. That being said I designed this synthesizer for the professional who needs to finish those darn tracks!
The beginner is also at home with this synth. This is one of those boxes you will keep, even if it was your first.

What does this do?
This is an analog synthsizer that is plug and play. No need to buy or install into a

cabinet.

What do I need to play this with a keyboard?
The dwarf star synthesizer is fully analog. You need to own or purchase a Midi to CV
converter. The dwarf star synth uses the 1v/octave standard.

Can I use the Dwarf Star Synth with other Analog synthesizers?
Yes, it is compatible with all euro format modules.
The dwarf star's 3.5mm jack outputs are -5v/+5v swing. So if your synth can handle those
voltages it should work. The dwarf star synth is designed to handle at max 0-10v input
control voltages. Normal CV use is rated at 0-5v input.

Do I need to patch to get some audio going?
No patching is required to get audio going from the outputs. Knob positioning is required
however. I made a reference manual to get you started.

Is this the only one you will make?
The first run consists of 100 units. So if you need more, or you needed a replacement
unit, it will not be a problem.

How did you build the inside of the synth?
The internal construction is using the latest build technique similar to arduino header
stacking. There is a giant control pcb board, and individual 'cards' for each analog
section. So in other words there is not a bunch of wires connected to potentiometers.
The dwarf star uses star configuration for powering up the individual cards. I use 0.156"
power connectors, not ribbon cable.

I spent all this money and dam! The vco's modulate each other. I hate this! Do the vco's
bleed and influence each other when nothing is even patched up?
No, careful electrical engineering was performed by myself. +10 years experience was put
into the dwarf star synthesizer's vco section. Each analog card section for example is
using reference voltages for the control knobs. Other Blue Lantern tricks of the trade
are being applied to each section. The vco section is using a triangle core and special
sync circuit. The sync circuit is quite strong, so when not in use, the sync knob should
be at '0'. Very small vco change is noticible if the sync knobs are turned up but nothing
is connected. During testing, this only happened when the vco's where in ultra high
frequencies, close to fully clockwise. But I say again, all you have to do is have the
sync knob to zero when sync patching is not in use, and the vco's don't move.
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The sections.

You get the following:

*Two Triangle Core VCO's using a discrete transistor array for triangle generation.
Bergfotron Advanced vco was the initial influence in the making of these vco's.

*Mixer section, with all basic waves mixable, no patching required. VCO 1 generates two
sub harmonic pulse frequencies. Will will not see this on any other analog desktop synth!
FAT SOUND.

*PPL VC NOISE GENERATOR. Remember the defender arcade game blast fx? Yup, you get this
inside. Large metal knob is your sweep to go from asteroids to white noise. You won't wee
this on any other analog desktop synth.

*Cool Audio v2164 Chip 12db Analog Filter. You get a superior quad vca based analog
filter. This particular filter is mixable so that you get lowpass, band pass, high pass,
notch, and all pass. I added the blue lantern touch and allow the user to select
capacitors for the filtering, you get 470pf and 120pf. You also get a diode limiter to
control extreme settings. Again, you will not see a filter like this on any current
desktop synth. The mixer section and filter go hand and hand. The mixer section will
saturate the filter if level knobs are close to fully clockwise. So you get an extreme
and soft soound pallete.

*Linear based Envelope Generators. You get two. These are analog, and have individual
loop lfo's for each. I added a timing capacitor switch to allow for short or long
envelopes. One envelope is hard wired to the filter, and the other is hard wired to twin,
stereo vca's.

*Cool Audio v2164 Chip twin VCA's. You get stereo output. Each vca gate knob is
individually controllable. There is a 3.5mm jack to patch up a rotor stereo effect. This
will allow a left, right, left, right panning effect for example. The output on the vca
section also contains a synth level to line level converter.

*VCLFO #1. This lfo is OTA LM13700 based and has a triangle core. The cv section has
exponential cv and a special linear cv section. The linear cv section is my pride and joy
circuit. It allows for arpeggio like cresendos when patched with another lfo.

*Skew LFO #2. This lfo does not have voltage control and is basic. It is similar to the
MS20 lfo in design. You get a triangle shaper with output, and pulse width output.

*Sample and Hold. This sample and hold uses the Skew LFO for the clock. You need to patch
something to the input jack and patch the output jack to something else to use it. So
this section is 'free floating'.

*Stereo 'Vintage' Sounding Delay. This is using twin PT2399 chips to simulate BBD chips
to make cool delay trails. Each control has CV inputs.

The 1/4" jack outputs are not balanced, they are Tip and Ring format (TR)."

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New Blue Lantern Dwarf Star Synthesizer

Published on Jun 15, 2014 Flavio Mireles·6 videos

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Playlist:
Dwarf Star Synthesizer - Using a mid to cv converter to play a polynomial C like melody

Dwarf Star Synth demo 001 - This is what a triangle core sync sounds like. It is a different sound then your typical hard sync.

Dwarf Star Synth demo 002 - Demo of some percussion techno sounds.

Dwarf Star Synth demo 003 - Self internal Melody demo. You don't have to be a patching modular master to have fun with this box.

Dwarf Star Synth demo 004 - using the Dwarf star synthesizer as a keyboard instrument. You need a Midi to CV converter for this. Kenton Pro Midi converter would work.

Dwarf Star Synth demo 005 - Some basic patching of one of the skew LFO's into the Level CV of the Stereo Delay effect.

Blue Lantern 26FEB MODULAR PATCH IMPROV.

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"just a run through on what goes on in my process - not always making sounds happen when i patch! but I'm still learning this stuff.

this is a blue lantern system the modules are as follows.

Tri Core Duo LFO
Sir Mix A Lot
FM Workhorse
Mr. Blue
Lunar Modulation Center
Charm Folder
Cobalt Smelter Lab
Toad 16 Step Sequencer
Pro Duo VCA
ADSRx2
Dwarf Star VC Noise
Comparator
Quad Quantiser
Tadpole Sequencer"

Blue Lantern Modules 9U Custom Modular Synthesizer

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"Here is the latest build. A custom 9U modular synthesizer with many new modules. Some are not available yet. This specific build is for people who have Moog products. I have new modules that makes it compatible to patch to your moog.
For example I have a module that converts Gate signals into an S-TRIG 1/4" patch ready jack. There is also a 3.5mm to 1/4" multiple so that you can patch from the analog sequencer and control your Moog, vintage Yamaha, etc.

These are the modules:

*Duo Tri Core VCLFO
*Lunar Modulation Center VCO
*Lunar Modulation Center VCO
*Sir Mix Alot 6 Channel Mixer, with AC/DC toggle select.
*DIODE OPERATOR STATION VCF, with onboard linear vca, and wavefolding circuit.
*Cmos Clock Divider. 32 different musical divisions, with reset, and a separate active/buffered multiple.
*2014 New FM JoyStick v2
*2014 New Asteroid Operator VCF.
*2014 New Mr Fill Gates, 16 step Gate sequencer.
*tadpole expansion, for muting of 16 step gates on the tadpole sequencer.
*Gate to S-Trig, and 3.5mm to 1/4" jack active multiple. This is for using the modular with Moog Products, vintage Yamaha, and Korg.
*4HP Little Amp. This converts line level to synth level for signal processing. You can amplify 3 channels.
*4hp Synth level to Line Level. This converts the modular so that you can record into your DAW. You get 3 seperate channels.
*Simple Midi to CV converter.
*Simple ADSR
*Simple ADSR
*4hp Duo Comparator.
*Dwarf Star VCNOISE v2
*16 Step Tadpole Seqencer, with internal master clock, divider, inverter, and gate outputs."

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Blue Lantern Modules Custom 9u Modular Synthesizer

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"This conforms to the Doepfer Standard and uses +12/-12 volts internally...

This has the following modules, starting from the top:
1. Tri Core VCLFO
2. Sir Mix Alot 6 Channel mixer
3. FM WORKHORSE VCO (Not in production -from My head stash)
4. Blue Simple Saw Core VCO with Super Saw
5. Lunar Modulation Center Tri core Buchla VCO
6. Diode Operator Station VCF
7. Cobalt Smelter Lab VCF/Ring/VCA/Noise
8. Tadpole Expansion module (16 step mute)
9. Pro DUO VCA, with LIN/EXPO selector, & Line Level Outs (Stereo)
10. ****NEW 4hp SIMPLE MIDI to CV Converter ---Due to slim size this requires Dj1000 Expert Sleepers Adapter (it cost about $10.00)
11. Black Simple ADSR
12 . Black Simple ADSR
13. Blue Dwarf Star VC Noise V2
14. 4hp Simple Comparator
15. *****New MODULE---Quad Quantizer (green color)
16. Tadpole 16 Step Sequencer..."

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Customized Blue Lantern Modular Synthesizer

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"It is housed in a custom, durable 15u dark wood housing and contains 24 modules in total, including the power supply.


2 Lunar modulation center modules
2 Black ZTVCO modules
1 Topobrillo triple wave folder module
1 Plog Boolean logics module
2 Panther serge VCS modules
1 Asteroid bass drum module
1 Midi module
1 Dwarf star module
1 Mixer module
1 White VCADSR module
2 Asteroid operator VCF modules
1 16 step sequencer module
2 Duo skew LFO modules
2 Pro duo VCA modules
2 Arpeggiators modules
1 Noise module module
1 Duo quantizer module

There are two ztvco's which are very rare since they were pulled off the market and the unique 16 step sequencer was only built for a few individuals. The Plog, Topobrillo and Serge VCS's really help push the limits of the two lunar modules, which were based of the Buchla complex VCO, and the two zero thru oscillators..."

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New Blue Lantern Dwarf Star Module

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"Tunable, Random Pulse Generator made from CMOS CD4000 Family IC Chips. Best way to describe the sound is to use the Classic Arcade game 'Defender' for reference. You can make some nice snare and Chip Core type percussive sounds.

CV input sources: CV direct input, FM direct input (has bigger range then cv input), Linear CV input.

There is an on board 3 Band EQ, yup like the mixer consoles. It is setup for Synth Level signals. The Noise Generator is set to pass thru it also. So you get (1) Raw Noise out, and (1) EQ Noise out. To process one of your external VCO's through the EQ just plug it into the Input jack to break the internal switch jack between the Noise Generator and the EQ.

You can use this as a random Clock signal also.
There is an Orange Led to give you feedback on the Pulse rate."

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