IO Instruments KALYKE / dual function generator / ADSR & LFO / extensive playthrough

video upload by BRiES

"In this video I demonstrate the full functionality of KALYKE by IO Instruments. KALYKE is a digital module that can be a dual envelope, an ADSR envelope and an LFO or a dual LFO, it really depends on how you set it up. There's a lot of versatility to explore with this 16HP piece of gear. I've recorded a bunch of patch and sound examples, and of course a long segment where I go over every knob, button, input and output.

IO Instruments aim at lower budgets without sacrificing quality. I think you'll see that KALYKE is indeed feature packed and it has a few tricks up its sleeve that I haven't seen on any other envelope or LFO module.

0:00 intro
0:05 hi
1:06 sounds and patches
9:54 LFO overview
25:24 ADSR section overview
42:08 closing thoughts and build quality
43:57 thanks for watching

DISCLAIMER: I was supported by IO Instruments to make this video but whatever I explain and show in these videos are my opinions and experiences. My goal is to demonstrate the functionality of a module as detailed as possible, so everyone watching this video can decide whether KALYKE is something they want or need. I'm not here to tell you what to like."

IO-Lights – Light sensitive MIDI controller

instruments of things

"IO-Lights is a MIDI controller that controls MIDI CC or MIDI Note signals via environmental light. A high-resolution light sensor in the center of the product makes it possible. In addition, MIDI notes can also be sent to IO-Lights, which are then represented as light by the 12 LEDs on the device."

via Instruments of Things

"The instrument of lights – IO-Lights is a MIDI controller that controls MIDI CC or MIDI Note signals via environmental light. A high-resolution light sensor in the center of the product makes it possible. In addition, MIDI notes can also be sent to IO-Lights, which are then represented as light by the 12 LEDs on the device.

How to use IO-Lights?

IO-Lights is used as a common MIDI controller. Just connect it via USB to the music software of your choice and start controlling sounds with light. You want to connect IO-Lights to your hardware synthesizer? Then simply use an additional USB MIDI host (e.g. this). The internal MIDI configuration can be changed via MIDI SysEx in a web app, which we will present to you soon!

Light to MIDI:

In the center of IO-Lights is a high-resolution light sensor that measures brightness. Use your surrounding light or a light source of your choice and point it at IO-Lights to control your sound.

MIDI Modes:

MIDI Notes: Use IO-Lights to play notes via light. MIDI Control Change: Use IO-Lights to control parameters via light.

MIDI to Light:

IO-Lights can not only control MIDI signals, but also visualize MIDI notes by the 12 LEDs on the product UI. Therefore simply send MIDI notes to IO-Lights. This is where the magic happens: the resulting light also influences the MIDI signals that IO-Lights emit. This creates a generative sound-light interaction.

Random Light:

Let IO-Lights generate light randomly. This looks nice. And? – And also influences your sound parameters by the resulting change of luminosity."

IO Instruments - patching galore part 2

IO Instruments

"Uwe George explains the IO Instruments Eurorack module line.
More spaghetti...

Chapters:
00:30 - Pasiphae Experimental Ringmodulator
07:50 - Himalia Penta Sound Source"

Part 2 here

Superbooth 2019 - IO Instruments Precision Modules

Published on May 16, 2019 sonicstate

"A new German manufacturer IO Instruments were showing three new modules - Oscillator, Mixer and dual VCA - with plans for many more products coming along."

This is the first post to feature IO Instruments. I recognize the guy with the hat. Anyone know who he worked with previously?

IO Instruments - patching galore part 1

IO Instruments

"Uwe George explains the IO Instruments Eurorack module line.
Heavy patching action involved :)

Chapters:
00:20 Intro
01:08 - Themisto VCO
09:13 - Euporie VCF
16:14 - Sinope VCA
19:29 - Sponde Audio / CV Mixer"

$17,500 Analog Modular System - Symphonic Distortion System II

via this auction

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Alesis Introduces iO DOCK II Professional Recording Interface For iPad

iO DOCK II Professional Recording Interface For iPad

Equip your iPad with pro audio connections to record or perform live
Works with virtually any Core Audio and Core MIDI app in the App Store
Includes interchangeable 30-pin and Apple Lightning iPad connectors
Improved high-impedance guitar/bass input for accurate recording
2 XLR+1/4" combo inputs accept any audio source
Phantom power for use with condenser microphones
Left & right 1/4" outputs; headphone jack with separate level
MIDI In and Out jacks; USB MIDI Out port
Assignable footswitch input

"Connect all your audio gear to the world of iPad music apps.

The iO Dock is back and more capable than ever. The updated iO Dock II picks up where the original left off by unlocking the power of the iPad to provide professional recording capabilities in a simple-to-use design. Just slide your Lightning or 30-pin iPad into the dock and open your favorite iOS recording app to start creating.

Its no secret that the iPad's user-friendly design and processing power have been a hit with musicians and producers who use apps to create music. iO Dock II takes this concept a step further by letting you connect your guitar, bass, microphones, keyboards and MIDI gear in one convenient device. And because it works with virtually any Core Audio or Core MIDI app, you will never run out of ways to create with the iO Dock II.

The iO Dock II is so much more than an ergonomic place to put your iPad in the studio. Dual combination inputs (XLR + 1/4-inch) let you record vocals, acoustic instruments, electronic instruments or ensembles with ease. Use dynamic or condenser mics to capture audio via the onboard mic preamps with phantom power.

Integrating the iO Dock II into your live or home studio setup is just as easy, thanks to 5-pin MIDI In/Out jacks and a USB MIDI Out port. The improved high-impedance input gives you a dedicated jack for your guitar/bass that ensures you have a clean, pure signal for tracking or 3rd party FX apps. Dedicated headphone and 1/4-inch outputs let you listen to your tracks on studio monitors or 'phones. The assignable footswitch jack opens up creative possibilities for gigging or virtual instrument performance."

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New SYNTHFEST 2019 Sonicstate Videos

Published on Oct 7, 2019 sonicstate

Update: EvenHarmonic Stomp Synth added to the playlist.

Playlist:

1. SYNTHFEST 2019 - Expert Sleepers Ultimate Interface ES-9

Expert Sleepers were on hand to show their entirely new ES-9 which takes the concept of modular and DAW integration with DC coupled connections, to its logical conclusion - featuring 16 IO interface, plus 2x balanced Audio outs as well as 8x8 minijacks, and optical IO, as well as compatibility with the ES expansion modules (for up to 48 additional outputs). You can now use this at the heart of your live or recording system in one go. Available soon priced at £499 UK

2. SYNTHFEST 2019 - IO Instruments Filter - With dual resonance types

New dual filter type from IO Instruments adding to their expanding range of affordable modules, this one featuring a ladder filter (24/12/6dB slopes) - with bass compensation and an MS type filter. With Linear FM, Keytrack and other controllable aspects. Sounded good, and is affordable, expected price is around €130 Euros

3. SYNTHFEST 2019 - More On The Modal Argon8

Modal Electronics were showing two of their Argon 8 Wavetable synths - things are moving on, there are now 4 in the world - so still at production prototypes stage.

News from the Modal Electronics camp, the Argon8 firmware is still being worked on, with some advances in DSP efficiency meaning more is happening in the on board FX department.

Still aiming for November production, but probably later in the month as opposed to early. But still largely on track.
Jackson kindly gave us a glimpse of some of the new features and DSP work thats been going on.
Argon 8 is expected by the end of November at a retail price around £579.

4. SYNTHFEST 2019 - Isotonik Studios Control For Akai Fire - Soon Come

Isotonik Studios spend a lot of their time figuring out what MIDI controllers work well with Ableton Live and construct custom scripts that will allow them to be used in ways that allow for excellent studio and live workflows. In this video we look at the way that new hardware can be hooked up. Using ClipEx Pro and the bindings feature, its possible to create your own complex, custom setups.
Also on show was the soon to be released set of functions including a Euclidian sequencer and control for the Akai Fire. Which is an FL Studio controller that's has been hijacked to work with live with some more clever scripting and a Max4 Live sequencer device.
Available soon via isotonikstudios.com

5. SYNTHFEST 2019 - VCVRack Updates And More To Come

VCV Rack as we know hit its V1.0 earlier this year and as such started to become more highly featured. We caught up with Dale from module developer Valley and talked about the environment, and future plans.
https://github.com/ValleyAudio

6. SYNTHFEST 2019 - Tranzient - VR Music Creation APP from AliveInTech

We saw some of the VR integration for Ableton Live from AliveInTech's Jim Simons a couple of years back. Since then VR headsets and hardware has reduced in price, making it more available, and so a new application has been developed which has a complete single software solution - with the VR, audio engine all in the same application.
Its called Tranzient and Jim gave us a look at the application in action.

7. SYNTHFEST 2019 - Stylophone Gen R8

The Stylophone Gen R8 is continuing its path to release - in fact its just about to ship.
Its an analogue synth voice with Stylophone heritage - ie it has the touch keypad.
All with in-house Stylophone designed Oscillators, Filter and JFET drive circuit.

8. SYNTHFEST 2019 - EvenHarmonic Stomp Synth

Evenharmonics were showing a proof of concept modular analog synth built into discrete, patchable pedals controlled by guitar.

See the SYNTHFEST UK label below for more.

Quick Jam: IO Instruments Eurorack Modules

Perfect Circuit

"IO Instruments has some interesting eurorack modules out and some more on the way. We put together this small system with a few of their modules including the Himalia which is a sound source with 5 generators including filtered analog noise, digital noise, a square wave oscillator, sampler with lots of built in drum sounds and a chord generator. IO also has basic modules like the Themisto VCO, Euporie VCF, Pashiphae ring mod, Sinope VCA and Sponde mixer that add clever and useful extra features. All of the IO modules also have colorful knobs and a halftone paint job that makes them look great together.

We added in a Noise Engineering BIA for the kick, Intellijel Quadrax for envelopes and a Malekko Quad VCA for mixing and extra VCAs. Everything is sequenced with the Arturia Keystep Pro.

#PerfectCircuit #Eurorack #Synthesizer"

Amidio.com Mint.io - Music in no Time

Published on Mar 12, 2015 Amidio

iTunes: MINT.io Groovebox Synth - Make House, Dubstep, Techno, Breakbeat - zCage.com Apps LLC

Playlist:
Mint.io - Music in no Time - Overview
Mint.io 1) Instruments
Mint.io 2) Randomizer
Mint.io 3) Sequencing
Mint.io 4) Custom Drums
Mint.io 5) MIDI Extreme

IO instruments workshop @SchneidersLaden

Published on Apr 22, 2020 SchneidersLaden

"Despite IO Instruments being quite new to the scene, the whole team has lots of experience in the business, some members have been working for companies like MFB and ACL for example.

IO presented their products at Superbooth 2019 and aim to bring the audio quality of the 500 series modules into eurorack.

This workshop is an introduction to the brand and their first line of modules - lots of excellent sounds in there and some inspiring design choices."

NAMM 2023 - Mntra Instruments - MNDALA 2 Player - Arca - Atma

video upload by sonicstate

"At NAMM 2023, Sonic State met with Brian and Noah from Mntra Instruments to discuss MDALA 2 and the suite of instruments it controls. MDLA 2 is an audio engine that uses ultrasonically sampled sound, based on the principle of game audio, where everything is reactive based on complex real-time parameter controls. One control can quickly lead to a lot of expression, which would normally take many passes of automation to happen.

MNDALA 2, which is free to download, is needed to use their instruments, such as Atma, which is based on sacred sounds like sampled bells and all kinds of instruments from all over the world. Arca is their strings library, and they currently have eleven different instruments available on their website, two of which are free to use.

MNDALA 2 Price: Free

Mntra Instruments Price: 59 USD - 149 USD

https://www.mntra.io/"

IO Instruments Synth Voice with Maneco Labs Minilooper Delay NOISEBUG Demo

video by NOISEBUG

"IO Instruments synth voice sequences by Beatstep Pro with so Maneco Minilooper Lofi Loopjng delay blended in."

https://www.noisebug.net

Euporie lowpass filter - Frequency Modulation (FM) capabilities - walkthrough

video by IO Instruments

"Brief (technical) walkthrough on the Euporie lowpass filter FM capabilities.

Chapters:
00:09​ - FM inputs & attenuators
00:37​ - running through linear, exponential 1 and exponential 2 FM inputs
02:12​ - audio rate FM
02:41​ - using both exponential FM inputs

Euporie overview video:"

IO Instruments Euporie Overview

video posted Apr 22, 2020

"Demonstrating some Euporie features

Chapters:
00:43​ - 24db output
00:59​ - 150Hz lowcut
01:18​ - Input gain stage
01:49​ - Resonance (Moog style)
02:22​ - Resonance distortion
02:49​ - Linear FM input
04:12​ - Exponential FM input
07:03​ - Cutoff and resonance modulation
08:04​ - 12db output
09:36​ - 6db output"

New Intellijel Module Demos & Eurorack Cases

Published on Dec 16, 2017 intellijel

1. Intellijel 1U Pedal Interface

The Intellijel 1U Pedal Interface makes it easy to integrate your eurorack system with your effects pedals. It offers inputs and outputs, along with knobs to control send and return levels as well as your wet/dry mix.

The module is made up of two parts, the Interface Control, and Interface IO. The Interface Control module is able to connect directly to the IO jacks on our 7U cases to save your HP!

In this video we used our modules with the following pedals:
Strymon Bigsky, Boss, SD-1 Super Distortion, Elektron Analog Heat, Electro-Harmonix Memory Boy, Moog MF-105M MIDI Murf, and the Proco Rat.

2. Intellijel Audio Interface II

This module allows you to interface your Eurorack modular system to the pro balanced line level world (+4dBu). You can send and return to rack mount/desktop fx units, patch to external line level instruments like synths and drum machines, interface to a DAW and much more.

Features:
2 x Balanced TRS 1/4″ to Eurorack modular level input paths
2 x Eurorack modular level signals to Balanced TRS 1/4″ output paths
4 x six stage led VU meter to monitor all inputs and outputs simultaneously
Uses high quality THATCorp balanced line drivers and receiver ICs.
Input path has up to 20dB of gain which allows you to patch in low level consumer level signals and boost them. 0dB = 10Vpp (nominal Eurorack level)
Output path steps a nominal Eurorack level (10Vpp) down to +4dBu with up to +6dB gain.
Skiff friendly

3. Intellijel Line Out 1U

Line Out 1U - Eurorack level to Balanced Pro Line Level Ouput Shifter in 1U

This module allows you to interface your Eurorack modular system to the pro balanced line level world (+4 dBu). You can send audio out to rack mount/desktop FX units, patch to external line-level instruments like synths and drum machines, interface to a DAW, and much more.

Features:
1 x Eurorack modular level signals to Balanced TRS 1/4″ output path
Uses a high quality THATCorp balanced line driver IC
Output path steps a nominal Eurorack level (10 Vpp) down to +4 dBu with up to +6 dB gain.

4. Intellijel Line In 1U

Line In 1U Balanced Line Level Input to Eurorack level Shifter in 1U
This module allows you to connect balanced line level audio (+4 dBu) into your Eurorack modular system. It is a compact and easy way to patch in a rack mount/desktop FX units, external line-level instruments like synths and drum machines, outputs from your DAW, or many other line level sources.

Features:
1 x Balanced TRS 1/4″ input path to Eurorack modular signal level.
Uses a high quality THATCorp balanced line receiver IC
Input path boosts a -10dBV or +4dBU balanced line level signal to Eurorack modular signal with adjustable gain.

5. Intellijel Headphones 1U

High quality headphone amp capable of driving consumer and studio grade heaphones with excellent bass response and loud levels.

This module can also be used as a line level stereo output.

6. Intellijel Audio IO 1U & Jacks

This module allows you to interface your Eurorack modular system to the pro balanced line level world (+4 dBu). You can send and return to rack mount/desktop FX units, patch to external line-level instruments like synths and drum machines, interface to a DAW, and much more.

Features:
2 x Balanced TRS 1/4″ to Eurorack modular level input paths
2 x Eurorack modular level signals to Balanced TRS 1/4″ output paths
4 x two-stage LED VU meter to monitor all inputs and outputs simultaneously
Uses high quality THATCorp balanced line drivers and receiver ICs.
Input path has up to 20 dB of gain which allows you to patch in low level consumer level signals and boost them. 0 dB = 10 Vpp (nominal Eurorack level)
Output path steps a nominal Eurorack level (10 Vpp) down to +4 dBu with up to +6 dB gain.
This module connects to the Audio I/O JACKS module via ribbon cable. The same ribbon cable can be used to connect to the rear-mounted audio jacks of the 7U performance cases.

7.Intellijel Cases

Intellijel has a range of sleek and well engineered cases to give your Eurorack modules a worthy home. In 4U we offer 42, 84, and 104HP models, as well as 7U cases in 84 and 104HP. They all ship with threaded rails, and high capacity, studio grade power supplies with plenty of connections for your modules.

Our cases all feature a 1U row, which allows you to install a number of useful utilities to suit your needs for the stage or studio, while freeing up valuable 3U rack space.

Our cases are the perfect solution to house, power and protect your system with no compromises.

IO Instruments - KALYKE - modulate the modulator

video upload by IO Instruments

"KALYKE's ADSR signal can be 'mixed' onto the LFO or Sample & Hold signal. Leading to interesting results :) No patch cord(s) needed!"

IO Instruments - SPONDE patch examples

video by IO Instruments

"SPONDE might look like a simple nature on the surface. But when used smart, it can be used in many different ways as a center piece of a modular system.

- 6 channel stereo mixer
- 2 x 6 mono mixer
- mix 6 audio and 6 CV signal in parallel
- 8 x attenuator and 2 x 2 mixer (for audio or CV) at the same time

.. and many other combinations.

Let us kick off a little patch series:
- one mixer channel to be used as a submix to feed into a filter
- mix audio and CV material in parallel
- a jam using the direct outs/attenuators

Chapters:
00:00​ - Intro
00:15​ - SPONDE recap - what is it
00:50​ - Patch example: submixer
03:08​ - Patch example: audio + CV mixing in parallel
07:01​ - SPONDE jam: mix various audio and CV signals & use direct outs to control other modules
"

New IO Instruments KALYKE DUAL FUNCTION GENERATOR Eurorack Module

via IO Instruments

KALYKE
DUAL FUNCTION GENERATOR
LFO section

Waveform:

controlled/morphed manually via potentiometer or CV. Morphs from Pulse (20-50-90%) -> Sinus (720°) -> Ramp (720°) -> Triangle (680°)

Tempo:

controlled via potentiometer or CV. Center of potentiometer at: 4Hz +/- 8 Oktaves



Repeats:

controlled via potentiometer and reset in. Can be adjusted from 1-14 repeats and endless loop (takes effect after reset in)

ADSR-Mix:
ADSR can be mixed onto LFO with potentiometer


Sample and Hold:

LFO can be switched into S&H mode

Offset:
can be toggled btw -5V to +5V and 0 to +10V via switch

Input:
1xCV for waveform, 1xCV for tempo, 1xReset

Output:
LFO has one positive and one negative CV output


Manual Trigger:
one button to reset LFO (shared with ADSR)

ADSR section

Curve:
continous exponentiell to linear response, controlled via potentiometer

Ratchets:
16 different multi repeats of attacks, controlled via Attack and Decay sliders
Loop:
loop mode from Attack to Release, controlled via switch
Freeze:
all settings get freezes to keep exact positions
Control:
4x30mm faders to control A, D, S and R segments
Manual Trigger:
one button to reset ADSR (shared with LFO)
Output:
ADSR has one positive and one negative CV output, further one trigger out at endof attack, one trigger out at end of decay
Input:
1xGate in (>1V), four modulation inputs to control A, D, S, and R segments (0-5V)
General:

Output Amplitude: 7,5V (ADSR) / 10VPP (LFO)
Frequency Range: LFO 60s – 284Hz /
ADSR 0,4ms-10s (Attack); 0,8ms-20s (Decay/Release)
Trigger out: 2ms/10V
Width: 16 HP

SUPERBOOTH 2022 IO Instruments KAL IYKE

video upload by sonicstate

"Back with Uwe Geroge and one of his other ventures, this time IO Instruments and the KAL IYKE function generator. With an envelope - which can loop, and LFO which can be one shot, its pretty flexible. Some other cools functions, musical x1, x2 buttons, freeze function, ratchet together with plenty of CV connectivity, it has a lot of utility.

Available now at €159"

Whaleseq/1812 [3U Eurorack/Monome Grid/White Whale]

Published on Apr 29, 2016 S. B. Arweiler

"PATCH NOTES:
The whole patch is controlled by the Monome White Whale with one CV channel controlling the Mutable Instruments Braids in WMAP mode, and the second CV channel controlling the Mutable Instruments Rings. One gate channel of the White Whale triggers the Tip Top BD808 bass drum, the second gate channel triggers an envelope which controls Braids's output through a MakeNoise Optomix. Another gate channel triggers Strum on the Rings. The fourth gate channel triggers the Reset of the MusicThing RadioMusic, which plays a one note guitar chord sample which then again is being sent through the Mutable Instruments Clouds. Intellijel Quadra LFOs do some modulation on Braids and Rings, and the Evaton Technologies RF Nomad through the second OptoMix channel provides some noisy percussion.

Gear used:
- 3U Eurorack modular with
* Evaton Technologies RF Nomad
* Mutable Instruments Clouds
* Monome White Whale (+ Switch)
* MusicThing RadioMusic
* Mutable Instruments Rings
* TipTop BD808
* MakeNoise OptoMix
* Mutable Instruments Braids
* Intellijel Quadra
* Manhattan Analog Mix
- Monome Grid 128 w/ White Whale module
- Electro-Harmonix Cathedral

http://sba.io
https://soundcloud.com/monotrome
https://sbarweiler.bandcamp.com
https://twitter.com/monotrome'