Announced at SUPERBOOTH21, Shakmat's Mod Medusa Euclidean LFO is now shipping to retailers. See the dealers on the right for availability.
Playlist:
Shakmat Mod Medusa — User Manual & Demos (Livestream at the time of this post)
Shakmat Mod Medusa glitching Make Noise Mimeophon
Shakmat Mod Medusa messing up with Plonk
Home made Kicks with Shakmat Mod Medusa controlling our Dual Dagger and Klavis Twin Waves
Wobbles with Shakmat Mod Medusa and Dual Dagger
Mod Medusa and Aeolus Seeds work together to simulate polyrhythmic action
Mod Medusa and Aeolus Seeds for heterogeneous complex hi-hats
Wobbles with Mod Medusa and Dual Dagger (as filter and as VCO)
"Shakmat is a Brussels based eurorack manufacturer active since 2015. Shakmat modules, which emphasize on playability, contain intuitive rhythmic sequencers, audio signal processors, and unusual modulation sources."
Playlist:
Mod Medusa and Aeolus Seeds work together to simulate polyrhythmic action
Harlequin's Context complex envelope generator and Dual Dagger in feedback mode as VCO
Aeolus Seeds as vector synth
Mod Medusa and Aeolus Seeds for heterogeneous complex hi-hats
Wobbles with Mod Medusa and Dual Dagger (as filter and as VCO)
Belgium-based eurorack company Shakmat, known for their performance-oriented modules, are announcing four new modules for this Superbooth 22. Pretty known for their hands on sequencers and sound processors, Shakmat now focuses on synthesis with a set of 3 analog modules and a compact triple envelope.
Banshee Reach
This 8HP module is not really a new one as we teased it in September in Berlin under the name Banshee Set. After passionate feedbacks and beta testers comments, the UI was completely redesigned in order to propose a compact, versatile and live oriented analog VCO. Besides a series of features already announced last year (varishape, sub generator and thru-zero modulation), the new version has an octaver function which freezes the fine knob and turns the coarse knob into an octave switch covering 9 octaves. Never detune your VCO by turning that tune knob by accident again!
Shakmat SumDif — Demo Published on Oct 25, 2018 Shakmat Modular
"A quick tour of the Shakmat SumDif 2hp module."
"SumDif is a dual adder/differentiator module capable of handling both CV and audio signals. If you send a 3V signal at the A input and a 1V signal at the B input, then the A+B will output 4V while A-B will output 2V. Numerous applications, like unity mixing, buffering and inverting, can be achieved; you can also experiment with Mid/Side audio processing ! The SumDif has a precision signal path and can process V/oct signals perfectly. The two jumpers on the back side allow to reduce the A+B and A-B outputs gain by 6dB.
Features
• Dual 2 inputs adder/differentiator for CV or audio (For example if the first input is 3v and the second output is 1v, sum output provides 4v and dif output 2v)
• Each section can be used as as a 2:1 unity mixer, a 1:2 buffered multiple or a signal inverter.
Shakmat announces 6 new modules at Superbooth ‘19 including three 1U/Tile utilies for imminent release
Shakmat will be presenting six new modules at the annual modular synthesizer fair known as Superbooth. The 6 new products include three 1U/ Tile format modules, two quadraphonic modules and a clever modulation/scene programmer.
Quadraphonic solutions
The Aeolus Seeds is dedicated to quadraphonic modulation and vector synthesis. Having a fully analog signal path through four VCAs driven by a handy quad digital modulation source, this module is able to easily create automatic movements in quadraphonic space thanks to a very simple interface. Additional features include an assignable CV output (which can deliver the distance from the center, the angle of the modulation and so on...) and an audio sum output turning the Aeolus Seeds into an animated vector synthesis tool.
The Aeolus Mixer is an useful unity quadraphonic mixer allowing to sum up to three quadraphonic sources and two stereo sources in 6 hp. The module has additional outputs for 5.1 compatibility!
The Harlequin makes a scene
The Harlequin's Context brings an innovative approach to presetting, sequencing and modulation. Four channels of any modulation type (offset, envelope, lfo or random) can be stored in scenes and then manually recalled, addressed by CV, sequenced and even morphed. Useful for presetting, and very creative for unique modulation designs, the Harlequin's is a versatile tool for live musicians and studio nerds.
New 1U product line
New modules also include 1U format utility modules. Released as 1U Intellijel format, those modules are Tiles / Pulp Logic compatible – thanks to alternative panels sold separatly and 2 power connectors (classic 5 x 2 pin euro, 3 pin Pulp Logic style).The Shakmat 1U line, compact and utilitarian, includes :
• Tessitura Tailor : a 10hp octave switch allowing transposing from -2 to +2 octaves
• Time Apprentice : two clock dividers with adjustable division perfect to clock / reset sequencers for example.
• Dual VCA : two high end THAT Corp. exponential VCAs packed in 8hp
All modules will be in our demo case
Find us at booth E263!
this is the demo of a homemade module made with an Arduino Uno and a mcp4922 chip. This module is a dual stepped CV gate recorder, that s to say a kind of weird ASR.
First Knob allows to control your loop length (32 steps, 24 steps, 16, 12, 8, 6,4, 3, 2, 1). This function divides the loop in a certain number of segments (4 segment is the loop length is 8), the second knob allows you to choose the segment you are playing.
Switches are REC, A/B (you can record two different phrases and switch them), cut (the gate output 1 is hacked by the clock), open (put the gate output 1 to +5V - you can combine it with the cut fonction and the gate output 1 is now a copy of the clock input)."
░▒▓ Shakmat ● ● BrknFoot Dub ▓▒░
Published on Jul 9, 2013
"Dub improvisation on a eurorack modular system, with a slice of machinedrum spiced with an eventide space and a line 6 dl4. Patches use my own modules prototypes, a bishop miscellany (dual cv gate recorder) and knight gallop (a dual dual euclidean sequencer)
"The Bard Quartet composes and sings along with your complex harmonies! With its 4 channels and integrated keyboard, the Bard Quartet can control up to 4 different instruments which will play together as a harmonious quartet fed by your musical ideas. Even better: the potentiometer allows you to navigate through 8 customisable harmonic progressions, leading to the creation of entire songs!
The Bard Quartet can memorise up to 320 scales (4 channels, 8 harmonies, 10 memory slots). Furthermore it includes highly customisable Microtuning and Arpeggiator options, as well as three assignable inputs and outputs.
"Aeolus Seeds manipulate the dynamics of a fully analog signal path through four VCAs driven by a handy multi channel modulation source.
As well as an obvious tool for quadraphonic spatialisation, Aeolus Seeds is also a useful device for vector synthesis, thanks to its Sum output.
The CV output also pushes the exploration further by providing signals to other modules, enabling you to breathe more life into the sound spatialisation of a quad environment."
Shakmat Aeolus Mixer — Demo
"Aeolus Mixer is a 6HP quadraphonic unity mixer. Three quadraphonic inputs and two stereo outputs are mixed to provide a quadraphonic output with 5.1 compatibility."
See the dealers on the right for availibility. The Aeolus Seeds & Aeolus Mixer were announced at Superbooth 19.
via Shakmat:
"This 7th of december, Shakmat releases the Aeolus Seeds and Aeolus Mixer. Both modules are dedicated to quadraphonic spatialization but are also suited to a wide range of applications.
The Aeolus Seeds
The modulator!
Aeolus Seeds is crafted to produce movements in a quadraphonic space. With it's fully analog signal path, the module architecture is based on four VCAs driven by a handy multi-modulation source : quadrature sine, randomness, envelops, granulizer...
The CV output provides several handful parameters, bringing more life into your quadraphonic patches! Aeolus Seeds is a perfect tool for quadraphonic setups but has many other applications such as vector synthesis, audio morphing or stereo duties, all in 10HP!"
The Aeolus Mixer
The merger! Aeolus Mixer is a 6HP quadraphonic unity mixer. Three quadraphonic inputs and two stereo outputs are mixed to provide a quadraphonic output with 5.1 compatibility. Both modules will be available as DIY kits and assembled units.
"This 6hp skiff friendly amplitude processor is a very handy module to control the dynamics of two signals or mess with the stereo image. Based on a pair of high-end VCAs, an audio to trigger converter and a smart modulation source, the Gemini’s Path allows numerous operations such as decay/gate on amplitude, auto accentuation, sidechain compression, auto pan and more !"
Shakmat is a Brussels based eurorack manufacturer active since 2015. Shakmat modules, which emphasize on playability, contain intuitive rhythmic sequencers, audio signal processors, and unusual modulation sources."
"We spoke to Francois from Shakmat Modular at Superbooth 2023, who introduced us to their four new modules. First up is the Clock O' Pawn MK2, a new version of a previous clock generation model. They also showcased the Centaur's Gates, which is a dual multi-type gate that allows for different kinds of VCF, LPG, or VCA. The Battering Ram and Arches Rig are two new modules in their German model line. The Battering Ram is a collaboration with Mark Nostrom, an instrument and plug-in designer, and is a synthesis-based kick drum that has controls for pitch, decay, drive, and click. It has a gate or trigger mode and also features a volt-active input. The module also comes with a store and recall function that allows you to make a snapshot of all the controls.
Next up, Shakmat Modular introduced the Archer's Rig, a high hat generator that bridges the gap between analog and digital synthesis. The module features digital sensors processed by analog VCA, VCF, and distortion. There are various algorithms based on different square waves, such as 808 squares, and noise. The Archer's Rig has 10 different algorithms and eight different effects that allow for a lot of sonic possibilities. The module also allows for 96 presets and has a random generator for each parameter.
"The Dual Dagger is a double-sided weapon, carefully sharpened to chop stereo signals. The module gives independent control over low-pass and high-pass cutoff frequencies, and an assignable resonance is shared on one control.
The Link function turns the dual filter into a band-pass filter, with control over frequency, bandwidth and band edges resonance! The module is carefully calibrated to share the exact same parameters on both audio channels and thanks to the pan function, it is easy to break up the cutoff frequencies of each side up, which leads to a whole new territory of stereo treatments!"
"Les nouveaux modules de Shakmat Modular : Varishape VCO Banshee Reach, JWLR Cast crossfader/ringmod+folder, et Triple Steeple, une triple enveloppe bouclable avec plein de tours dans son sac. Un prototype de filtre/vca/lpg est aussi présenté. Vidéo filmée sur le vif de bon matin, mais François a quand même assuré, avec une petite démo sur la fin. Merci :)"
Googlish:
"Shakmat Modular's new modules: Varishape VCO Banshee Reach, JWLR Cast crossfader/ringmod+folder, and Triple Steeple, a loopable triple envelope with plenty of tricks up its sleeve. A filter/vca/lpg prototype is also presented. Video filmed on the spot early in the morning, but François still ensured, with a small demo at the end. Thank you :)"
A compact and creative tool for dynamics and stereo duties
The Gemini's Path is the 9th module released by Shakmat. This newcomer is a hybrid analog/digital stereo sound processing device which can shapeshift into an expander, compressor, auto panner & much more!
3 modules in 1
The Gemini's Path, despite its small size, is actually a mix of three modules : a pair of VCAs (That Corp branded for low distorsion & low noise) driven by a dual modulation source, that is excited by the trigger detector which extracts triggers from the input signals or an external / side chain input.
What it does
Since the modulation source delivers different types of modulation, the Gemini's Path offers lots of different application possibilities, such as:
• Expander: with decay or hold control
• Pump: compressor like device with adjustable release time (also with a unique release shape)
• Panner: sine panner, random panner or triggered panner
• Granuliser: chops the signal into small bits & spread them in the stereo field
• VCAs: stereo VCAs with volume and panning control.
Or two independent VCAs
Simple and intuitive interface
Our main goal was to create a compact, polyvalent and easy peasy to use module. Besides its capabilities, the module has a minimal user interface and gives instant results in all its applications : choose a mode, set the threshold and have fun with the two big knobs. And of course, bring the Gemini's Path in communication with the rest of your modular thanks to the CV inputs.
Stereo or dual mono
The Gemini's Path allows linked or independant control over two channels and can therefore be used as two mono units (with different modes on each channels). Think dual mono side chain compressor, out of phase tremolos for more stereo weirdness, a trigger that expands the drums and makes the bass pump, dual decay on VCAs for drum synthesis, triggered crossfader when mixing the outputs,…
