Morphor Echo Analogue Quad Tap BBD Stereo Delay - Demo & Tutorial

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We explore Echo, a recently released Analogue Quad Tap Bucket-Brigade Stereo Delay module. We go through all of its features with a Morphor Plectrum as the sound source, including the stereo modes, external tempo and CV, and external feedback-signal processing.

To our demo of the Morphor Plectrum, please check out • Morphor Plectrum: Analog Karplus-stro... [posted here]

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:57 Bucket-Brigade Delay demo with Morphor Plectrum
03:19 Using individual taps
04:01 Stereo panning modes (ping pong, traverse, chaos)
07:01 Tempo Sync modes (tap tempo and external sync)
10:04 CV parameter control
12:40 External feedback processing (with Doepfer WASP filter)
15:35 A demo of the Echo with Arturia Stage 73 electric piano
19:35 Conclusion
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SFEMF live electronic performance by Amanda Chaudhary

video upload by CatSynth TV

"The full set by (CatSynth host) Amanda Chaudhary at the 2024 San Francisco Electronic Music Festival (SFEMF). The performance took place at The Lab in San Francisco on September 20, 2024.

For more information about Amanda's music, please visit:
https://amandachaudhary.com
https://amandachaudhary.bandcamp.com

For more information about SFEMF, including the full festival program:
http://sfemf.org

For more information about the The Lab
https://thelab.org

00:00 Introduction
00:10 Untitled first piece featuring modular improvisation
02:53 Cartography
08:58 Endorheic Basin
11:59 Cables and Carafes
15:41 Untitled improvisation
17:08 Untitled piece using Cherry Audio Novachord

Instruments included:
Nord Stage EX
Modular with a variety of modules from Make Noise, Metasonix, Morphor, Qu-bit, 2hp, 4ms, Strymon, Synthesis Technology, Buchla, ARC, Malekko, and others.
Arturia V Collection virtual instruments
Cherry Audio virtual instruments
Ableton Live
Kilpatrick Carbon sequencer
Crank Sturgeon Pocket Gamelan"

More Plectrum Experiments

video upload by Morphor

"Just a short video showing off a sneak peak of a couple of new modules: Sequencer - Quad Gate/CV and Echo - Analogue Quad Tap BBD Stereo Delay along with some others including Plectrum - Analogue BBD Pluck.

00:01 Bass line: Plectrum triggered (0.5ms) by Sequencer and same gate used with Envelope and VCA. Passed through Echo to add a little bit of stereo delay.
00:09 Bass drum: VCF pinged (0.5ms) by Sequencer. Passed through Distortion to add some crunch.
00:14 Hi-hats: Plectrum gated open to release noise. Noise high pass filtered by VCF. Sequencer gating Envelope and VCA."

Belgian Modular Day 2024 Set for Saturday, June 15

via Belgian Modular Day

"Welcome to Belgian Modular Day II in Ghent on Saturday, June 15.

A well-filled day, starting at 1:30 pm and the last powercase will be turned off around 10:00 pm. Be there or be a square wave…

Modular Monster Jam
We start Modular day with the world record attempt for the biggest number of musicians jamming together with modular synths.

Demos & talks
We’ll serve up talks and demos from these Belgian creators: Joranalogue, Klavis, Skull & Circuits, ThreeTom, Voltage Vibes, Morphor and Alfa Delta.

Live acts
We close the day with concerts by Modtech (Frederik Strobbe), Dries Geusens, Halfgeleider (Maarten Voeten), Lieven Stockx, Tectonia (Ricardo Verschut) and ArkOdd (Vincent Vanesse).

Synapse workshop
During the day you’ll get synaptic waves from the Synapse workshop.

Meet & patch
You’ll find plenty of fine places to patch and catch up on bleeps and beeps.

Newbleeps
Newbleeps are very welcome, it is the ideal opportunity to meet our warm crackling community."

And via ThreeTom Modular:

"I’m pleased to announce the second edition of Belgian Modular Day, which will take place on the 15th of June in Ghent at the venue of Wisper on the site of Dok Noord.

During BMD I will be giving a talk titled “A wavefolder is not a wave folder”. This talk wil showcase how I use simulations in my design workflow. If there’s things you’d like me to specifically talk about regarding this topic (or another), please feel free to reply to this mail :)

I’m proud to contribute to Belgian Modular Day by sponsoring the performance of Dries Geusens at 20:40. Dries has a preference for self-built, analog modules, and live recordings. He approaches patches as “impressionistic snapshots of the temporary state of the system”.

Dries describes his latest release “Sakura Variations – 4 studies for modular synthesizer” as "4 pieces combined in 1 track serving beautiful sounddesign, fantastic harmonies, emotional-deep-calm layers, inspiring transitions, modular solos, energetic-relaxing-hypnotising rhythms and sequences with sometimes a jazzy flavor." My personal favourite track by Dries is “Variations on Sakura (live)”, a recording from his live performance during the previous edition of Belgian Modular Day.

You may also know Dries from the bands Nordmann, Knelpunt, and Elias, where he plays bass and synthesizer."

SUPERBOOTH 2024: Morphor - Echo BBD Delay Module

video upload by sonicstate

"At Superbooth 2024, Sonic State had the chance to chat with Matthew from Morphor and get an exclusive look at the latest products from the company. The highlight of the show was the unveiling of their new Echo module, a multi-tap delay featuring four BBDs for rich and versatile sound manipulation. The module offers a range of controls including tap tempo, quantized delay, panning modes, and CV-able parameters, making it a must-have for modular enthusiasts looking to experiment with complex rhythmic patterns and textures.

In addition to the Echo, Matthew also showcased their existing range of modules such as the Plectrum and essential dual modules designed to complement and expand the functionality of their systems.

Echo Available: August 2024 Price: 399 USD"

SynthFest 2024 Set for April 18 w/ Raffle

video upload by SynthFest France

"Thank you to all of the exhibitors at SynthFest 2024 who will receive a prize in this tombola for the annual deal for all the passions of synths and modules."

"► Billetterie: www.synthfestfrance.com
► 20 lots / 2000 tickets / plus de 10000€ de lots
► 10€ le ticket
► Entièrement en ligne. Pas la peine d'être présent au SynthFest pour gagner un lot.
► Fermeture de la billetterie : 18 Avril 2024

Merci à tous les exposants du SynthFest 2024 qui font encore une fois de cette tombola le deal de l'année pour tout les passionnés de synthés et de modulaires.

1e prix - Expressive E Osmose
2e prix - Kodamo EssenceFM MKII
3e prix - Haken Audio Eagan Matrix Eurorack
4e prix - Kiviak Wofi
5e prix - Paire d’enceintes Nord Piano
6e prix - Korg Keystage 49
7e prix - Arturia MiniFreak
8e prix - 1010music Nanobox Tangerine Desktop
9e prix - Novation Circuit Tracks
10e prix - Projet Home Studio pack Mix / Mastering
11e prix - Hlabs EQ169 API 500 module
12e prix - Kaona Skippy Eurorack module
13e prix - Faselunare Vega Eurorack module
14e prix - BVR instruments TS1 Eurorack module
15e prix - This Is Not Rocket Science Ardabil
16e prix - Piano LED Plus 2024
17e prix - Fred's Lab Zekit Assembled
18e prix - Morphor Plectrum Eurorack module
19e prix - Joranologue Route 4 Eurorack module
20e prix - KR Home-Studion 1 an d'abonnement"

Interstate 210 (Foothill Freeway): Pasadena to Newhall

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We travel California Interest 210 west and north from Pasadena to its western terminus with I-5 just south of Newhall (Santa Clarita). We start on the California 710 stub freeway (the northernmost end of the unconstructed I-710 through Alhambra and Pasadena), which feeds in into I-210 west through Pasadena, the town of La Canada Flintridge, and the northernmost sections of Los Angeles terminating at I-5 just before it's junction with California Highway 14. This scenic route passes through the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, and we also pass California Highway 2 and Highway 118 along the way.

Original music by Amanda Chaudhary, featuring the following instruments:
Minimoog (1979 model, fully restored)
Cherry Audio CR-78 drum machine and Sines
Strymon Starlab
UAD Electra 88
Arturia Mellotron V and Pigments
Morphor Plectrum Karlplus-Strong module
Rossum Electro-music Morpheus Z-plane filter
East West Fab Four (bass), Hollywood Orchestral Woodwinds (contrabassoon), Fantasy Brass (Wagner Tubas)
AudioThing GongAmp and Reels

For more music, please visit https://amandachaudhary.bandcamp.com"
Also see Interstate 710 (Long Beach to Pasadena) - original synth soundtrack

Pinging the VCF - 90 Second Patch Tips

video upload by Morphor

"The Morphor VCF is pingable! Sending short triggers or gates to the input and setting up the cut-off frequency and resonance just right can create some really awesome oscillations. Because our VCF is mutli-mode, you can layer the the Low Pass and High Pass outputs for interesting interactions. Adding modulations to the cut-off via it's CV input can enhance the sound even more. Happy Morphing!

00:08 Short triggers
00:09 Adjust the resonance for sustain
00:16 Add a short envelope to reduce trigger lengths
00:22 Add the High Pass output for more interactions
00:37 Add modulation to the cut-off CV input
00:57 Add another envelope with VCA for more control of the modulation
01:17 Reduce the LFO level for more subtle modulation
01:27 Happy Morphing!"

Morphor Plectrum: Demo and tutorial of analog Karplus-Strong module

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We explore the Plectrum module from Belgium-based Morphor, and demonstrate all of its features. The Plectrum is an all-analog implementation of the Karplus-Strong algorithm for plucked string sounds. It uses a BBD 'bucket bridge' delay, and a one-pole low-pass filter to create the algorithm's all-important feedback loop. In this demo, we introduce the algorithm and show how the different knobs and CV sources affect aspects of the sound. We also try out the advanced 'loop extender' feature that allows us to add other modules into the feedback loop of the Karplus-Strong system.

00:00 Introduction
00:14 The Karplus-Strong plucked string algorithm
01:02 Overview of the Morphor Plectrum
01:59 Basic functions and controls (feedback, color, pitch)
04:45 Using different trigger signals and noise bursts
05:59 CV input options
08:55 Loop Extender with Rossum Electro-Music Morpheus Z-plane filter
10:48 Loop Extender with Metasonix R54 Supermodule VCO/VCF
12:36 Demo with Make Noise Rene driving the Plectrum
14:01 Conclusion

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NAMM 2024 - Morphor - Plectrum

video upload by sonicstate

"Sonic State caught up with Eli from Morphor Radical Acoustics at NAMM 2024 to delve into their intriguing range of Bucket Brigade Delay (BBD) modules. Eli introduces the Plectrum, Morphor's second version of the AP1, highlighting its fully analog design using a 124-stage Bucket Brigade Delay chip. The new version features CV-controlled feedback, allowing users to manipulate the length of the notes even up to self-oscillation, providing a wide range of sounds from subtle to extreme.

Continuing to use BBD modules, Morphor have created an Ensemble with eight-voices in stereo that serve as a powerful chorus on steroids. Eli also unveils three new essential modules, including a VCO, a VCA with an inverted ADSR envelope, and a versatile LFO all available soon.

Plectrum Price: 200 USD
Ensemble Price: 350 USD

https://morphor.io/"

#NAMM 2024: New Eurorack modules from Morphor

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We get a demo of modules from Belgium-based Morphor, including their Plectrum (karplus-strong) module, and their multimode VCF."

SOUNDMIT 2023 - THE MISTERY OF ANALOG ELECTRONICS - MORPHOR

video upload by SOUNDMIT

"Prima volta al #Soundmit per @morphor.radical.acoustics collettivo belga nato nel 2022 ma che ha già in catalogo una bella serie di moduli tra cui gli ultimi Plectrum e Distortion che abbiamo provato in fiera.

LINKS
MORPHOR su Soundmit: https://soundmit.com/en/exhibitor/mor...
MORPHOR Website: https://morphor.io

First time at #Soundmit for @morphor.radical.acoustics, a Belgian collective born in 2022 but already featuring a nice series of modules, including the latest Plectrum and Distortion that we tested at the fair.

Première fois au #Soundmit pour @morphor.radical.acoustics, un collectif belge né en 2022 mais qui propose déjà une belle série de modules, dont les derniers Plectrum et Distortion que nous avons testés à la foire.

Primera vez en #Soundmit para @morphor.radical.acoustics, un colectivo belga nacido en 2022 pero que ya cuenta con una bonita serie de módulos, incluyendo los últimos Plectrum y Distortion que probamos en la feria.

Si ringraziano per il video @pvmlab6423 - Max Esposito e Gabriele Guarnieri
#soundmit #morphor #eurorack #modularsynth #torino"

Morphor Distortion - LED Based Walkthrough

video upload by Morphor

"Join Eli as he walks you through the features and sounds of the Morphor Distortion module.

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction and unboxing
0:47 Basics
3:55 Bass notes
5:18 Gain modulation

The Morphor Distortion - LED Based is a compact and characterful analog distortion module. Loosely based on the legendary MXR distortion circuit this module is perfect for adding some extra crunch to your patches.

With CV-controlled gain setting, three distortion modes and a dry/wet mixing control, this module gives you lots of options to spice up your sound without taking up too much space. Internally the clipping is performed by LEDs which are also shown in the front of the module, so you can see your sound getting destroyed with your own eyes."

See the announcement post for Morphor here.

Superbooth 2023: Morphor - Ensemble

video upload by sonicstate

"We spoke to Eli from Morphor at Superbooth 2023 about their new chorus module, Ensemble. The module has eight fully analog delay lines and offers standard chorus settings with slow and fast LFOs, spread controls and the ability to select voices. Morphor is proud of the module's eight BBD lines and have placed the BBDs on the back for easy viewing.

The inspiration for the module came from the Ensemble effect in software, which was not available in modular form, leading to Morphor's research into choruses and the creation of an eight-voice chorus.

Ensemble Available: June 2023. Price around 399 Euros"

Morphor Ensemble - Analogue 8 Voice BBD Chorus

video upload by Morphor

"A small preview of our new module, the Ensemble - Analogue 8 Voice BBD Chorus. More to come!
https://morphor.io/product/ensemble-a..."

"The Morphor Ensemble is an 8-voice fully analog chorus effect module. The module can truly upgrade any input audio into a sound with body. Transform your creations into warm and full sounds as if a whole orchestra is playing them.

Morphor Ensemble features extensive control over your effect with number of voices selection, CV-able spread, two full-featured LFOs and control over the amount of dry-add signal. This way it is possible to create a wide range of effects, from subtle broadening or humanisation of your sound up to pitch-bending craziness.

The module features a true analog audio path based on eight BBD devices, known for their authentic and warm timbre. In summary, the Morphor Ensemble is a high-end, flexible chorus module for every analog lover."

Introducing Morphor Distortion - LED Based Eurorack Module

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video upload by Morphor

"The Morphor Distortion – LED Based module is a compact and characteristic analog clipping distortion module. Loosely based on the legendary MXR distortion circuit this module is perfect for adding some extra crunch to your patches.

With a CV-controlled gain setting, three distortion modes and a dry/wet mixing control, this module gives you lots of options to spice up your sound without taking up too much space. Internally the clipping is performed by LEDs which are also shown in the front of the module, so you can see your sound being destroyed with your own eyes. Check it out at https://morphor.io"

Morphor AP-1 Kick, Hi-hat, Bass-line

video upload by Morphor

"Matthew got his hands on three Morphor AP-1 modules and made a little melody to show off the versatility of the modules. There are some kick, hi-hat and, of course, bass-line sounds which were created with a few extra filters and LFO's. Let us know what you think and visit our website https://morphor.io for more info on the AP-1 Plectrum and other modules from /\/\orphor."

Morphor AP-1 - Analogue String Synthesis Eurorack Module

video uploads by Morphor

via the Morphor AP-1 Kickstarter

The Morphor AP-1 module is a fully analogue Eurorack module that can produce plucked string sounds. Based on the Karplus-Strong principle, this module is a compact all-in-one solution for generating amazing bass, acoustic guitar and percussion sounds. By using high quality analogue components we made a module with a rich sound. Being only 10HP in width, you won't need a lot of space to get going and start creating some incredible music. Background

I am Thijs, based in Belgium, dipping my toes into developing modules for the first time. After recently graduating as an electronics engineer, I'm currently looking for ways to use my skills and passions to create new things that people love. Thanks to Eli and Matthew from ENT Studios, music lovers who have been just as passionate about this project, this dream is coming to reality. They have over 15 years of experience as electronics engineers and have been supporting me with technical advice, frontplate design and more.

The idea for the Morphor AP-1 module came from personal experience and interests. Being extremely passionate about music, playing bass myself and having some experience with string synthesis in software, the idea to bring this concept to Eurorack in a completely analogue way was obvious from the start. After months of tinkering away I am confident enough in my working prototype to share this exciting project with the world.

The Morphor AP-1 module can produce plucked string sounds with a wide variety of sounds. The module has the following controls:

GATE: to pluck the string, simply insert a 5V pulse into the input. Short triggers work great but you can play around with longer pulses to get rougher sounds.
TUNE: change the frequency of the string with a 1V/oct input. Afterwards you can generate vibrato and other effects with a separate CV pitch input.
COLOUR: you can alter the timbre of the string with this control, including a CV input. This way you can get very noisy or dampened sounds.
FILTER BYPASS: the colour parameter is shaped by an internal filter but can be bypassed if you like. Use your own external filter to generate unique sounds. A one pole low pass filter will give the best results but feel free to get creative with this feature. You can insert anything you like into the loop.
FEEDBACK: by adjusting the feedback amount it's possible to change the decay of the sound. Create short plucked sounds or long ringing strings. In some configurations, you might even get some nice oscillations.
OUTPUT: take the output to the rest of your modular system and start experimenting!
Other information:

Frequency range: sub audio range to roughly 400 Hz
Dimensions: 10HP width, 3U Eurorack standard
3.5mm patch cables for all jacks
16-pin power socket