SSF Entity Bass Drum Synth - Waveform Processing

Published on Jan 31, 2017 SteadyStateFate

"The Entity Bass Drum Synthesizer can be used as a waveform processor as well. This is accomplished by patching a waveform from a VCO into the TRIGGER input on the Entity BDS.

The controls will now alter the texture and harmonic content of the resultant sound. This demo shows some examples of how the controls affect the sound. Vowel-y filter and wave-folder style affects can be achieved in this manner.

Another entity is used to make the kick drum sound for effect - and the duck output from the kick is patched into the processor to duck the output volume."

SSF Entity Bass Drum Synth - Aux Trigger

Published on Jan 29, 2017 SteadyStateFate

"Larger speakers or sub recommended for bass heavy material.

Quick demo of bass/kick variations using the F-MIX input as an auxiliary trigger. Here we are using a x16 tempo trigger into F-MIX. The pulse width and controls will vary the sound/tempo significantly and offer many different types of sounds and sense of movement in the lower frequencies."

SSF Entity Bass Drum Synth - Glitch Mod 2

Published on Jan 29, 2017 SteadyStateFate

"More random voltage modulation examples using The Ultra-Random Analog, GateStorm and Spectrum as modulation sources."

SSF EntityGlitch

Published on Jan 25, 2017 SteadyStateFate

"GateStorm, Ultra-Random Analog and Spectrum supply random voltages, triggers and FM to modulate Entity. This video demonstrates some of the more complex sounds achievable via external modulation."

SSF Entity Bass Drum Synth - Filter (F-MIX) Demo

Published on Jan 18, 2017 SteadyStateFate

"Example of the Steady State Fate Entity Bass Drum Synthesizer utilizing the filter input (F-MIX). A pitch sequenced Sawtooth wave is patched into the F-MIX input. Another Entity BDS is making a kick drum sound and we are also using the 2nd Entity DUCK output to duck the amplitude of the first Entity whenever the kick is triggered.
Clocking and gate patterns are controlled via GateStorm."

Details: New SSF Entity Bass Drum Synth Eurorack Module

New SSF Entity Bass Drum Synth Eurorack Module

SSF Entity Bass Drum Synth - Basic Kick Synthesis

Published on Jan 17, 2017 SteadyStateFate

"Examples of creating kick drums with the Steady State Fate Entity Bass Drum Synthesizer. This video shows some examples of how the controls are used to shape various kick drum sounds."

SSF Entity Bass Drum Synth -Feedback Distortion

Published on Jan 17, 2017 SteadyStateFate

"Demonstrating kick drum sounds using feedback of the output into the A-MIX (amplifier input). Use of a stackable cable or multiple is needed in order to feed the output back into the Entity and into an output module or recording device. This configuration is capable of producing extreme distortion and self oscillation."

Update: New video on controls added:

SSF Entity Bass Drum Synth - Controls

Published on Jan 17, 2017 SteadyStateFate

"Overview of the sound shaping controls on the Entity BDS. This video highlights most of the control knobs and functions for basic kick drum synthesis."

via Steady State Fate

"Bass and Drum Synthesizer Voice

The Entity Bass Drum is a complete and versatile synthesizer voice geared for designing a huge array of bass drum, percussive and synth sounds. Finally, a truly deep tool for creating analog bass drum, bass lines and other percussive effects is here!

The design consists of a high fidelity resonant filter, 2 stage slope generator (rise/fall) with independent slope shaping, a high fidelity VCA and discrete transistor saturation circuitry. Every parameter on the Entity Bass drum is voltage controllable.

By applying a trigger of any length and at least 2V amplitude, we excite the resonant filter to produce a percussive sine wave. The pitch control tunes the output with a range of 8Hz to around 2.2KHz. Both higher and lower levels are achievable using the FM input for modulation etc. The internal filter will track 3-4 octaves reliably and the tracking device is temperature compensated.

The slope generator (ENV) can be switched into the circuit via the 3 way switch below the FM LVL control. This control is a bipolar attenuator which affects the level of the slope generator and/or external modulator that affects the pitch of the output.
The 3 way switch selects FM, FM+ENV or just ENV as a mod source.

The rise/fall envelope is a two stage function generator. The controls provide slope timing from 1ms to about a minute. To the right of these controls is the shaping section where logarithmic, linear and exponential slope shapes are selected independently for the two envelope stages.
The envelope is designed to re-trigger at a set point. This allows for changing dynamics to occur to pitch and amplitude when the slope times are greater than the output transient time. For instance the sound can vary between any number of triggers that fire before the envelope set point is reached. Setting the slope time fast enough (below roughly 1 o'clock) provides for nominal operation. Settings will vary depending on trigger and ring decay timing.
The envelope can also be used exclusively or in a more complex patch via a direct +ENV output. Additionally, a novel DUCK output provides a means to control external VCAs - to work like slow compressors. DUCK is an inverted and positively offset version of the +ENV out. This keeps VCAs open when the envelope is off and effectively 'ducks' the VCA when the envelope fires. Of course, mod sources for these outputs are not limited to VCAs...

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Synthi In Euro (2013)

Published on Oct 11, 2016 VoltageCtrlRtv

"Synthi in Euro Patch:
Choices Y Out to Wiard Anti-OSC 1v. Oct In
Choices X Out to Wiard OSC EXP In, set attenuator to 12 O' Clock
Mult Choices X Out to Wiard 1v. Oct In
Wiard OSC Square 2 Out to Maths Ch. 4 signal In
Quantum Rainbow Pink noise Out to Anti-OSC EXP In Attenuator set to 1 O' clock
Maths Ch. 4 Signal Out (bottom) to ModDemix CV In 1.
Anti- OSC Triangle to ModDemix Signal In 1 Attenuator full CW
ModDemix Out to main mixer out ch.1
Maths Ch. 4 Out (top) to Positronic Transient Gate In A
PTG Out B- to Maths ch.4 rise in
PTG Out A- to Z2040 FM in
ModDemix Out 2 to PTG in B Attenuator at full CW
PTG Out B + to Z2040 Resonance In
Anti-OSC Mayhem out to Z2040 in
adjust Z2040 Frequency to taste
Z2040 to main mixer out ch. 2
Use Choices joystick to control the patch.
With a sprinkle of spring reverb.
The Steady State Fate Positronic Transient played a major role in this patch by FMing the filter and cving the resonance of the z2040.
Visit: steadystatefate.com for more info on the Positronic transient Gate module and Quantum Rainbow.
Links to other module manufacturers that were used in this patch:
makenoisemusic.com
tiptopaudio.com
malekkoheavyindustry.com
flightofharmony.com"

Steady State Fate Coming to Control in New York Wed, May 13th

via @ctrl_mod

"Join us next Wed. May 13th at 7PM as we welcome back @SteadyStateFate for a Demo/Discussion!"

WMD / SSF ADSRVCA Audio Demo

Published on Feb 24, 2015 William Mathewson

"A quick demo of the WMD/SSF collaboration module for Eurorack modular synthesizers, the ADSRVCA. The ADSRVCA is an envelope generator and VCA in the same module. With normal ADSR operation, AD loop mode, and a couple ways of using the reTrigger input, the ADSRVCA is a great compliment to any eurorack system.

For more information, visit:
WMDevices.com
SteadyStateFate.com"

WMD / SSF SPECTRUM Audio Demo

Published on Feb 24, 2015 William Mathewson

"Quick demo of the Spectrum Oscillator by WMD and SSF. Showcasing all outputs and features. The Spectrum is a precision Voltage Controlled Oscillator with Octave switches, multiple waveform outputs, PWM &FM inputs, and more.

For more information visit:
WMDevices.com
SteadyStateFate.com"

WMD / SSF BLENDER Audio Demo

Published on Feb 24, 2015 William Mathewson

"A quick audio demo of all of the ins, outs, and features of the WMD / SSF collaboration Eurorack module, the Blender. The Blender is a 4 channel crossfading mixer that allows you to blend 4 signals with only a few knobs. Fully DC coupled and works with audio or CV signals.

For more information visit:
WMDevices.com
SteadyStateFate.com"

WMD / SSF ULTRAFOLD Audio Demo

Published on Feb 24, 2015 William Mathewson

"A quick audio demo showcasing all of the ins, outs, and features of the WMD /SSF collaboration Eurorack module, the Ultrafold. The Ultrafold creates rich harmonic content by folding your existing waveform onto itself. It also can shift your waveform, add drive, and add feedback for even more character.

For more information visit:
WMDevices.com
SteadyStateFate.com"

WMD / SSF POLE ZERO Audio Demo

Published on Feb 24, 2015 William Mathewson

"Quick demonstration of all of the features of the WMD / SSF collaboration series Eurorack module, the Pole Zero. The Pole Zero is a 4 Pole Mosfet Voltage Controlled Filter (VCF) with an integrated VCA circuit that provides rich saturation and tone.

For more information visit:
WMDevices.com
SteadyStateFate.com"

NAMM2015 WMD SSF Collaboration Modules

Published on Jan 22, 2015 Analogue Zone Showroom / Hangszer

"Now introducing the new WMD SSF Collaboration Modules!"

WMD SSF Monolith Keyboard with the following modules:

Keyscan - Module controller for the keyboard
Spectrum - Saw Core Precision VCO
Blender Mixer
Pulse Zero Filter
Ultrafold Wave Folder
Tool-Box - CV and Audio Utilities
S.P.O. - CV and Audio Scaler Polarizer Offset Generator
Mini Slew
Buff Mult
Passive Attenuator
ADSRVCA - Envelope Generator and Integrated VCA
Amplitude - Discrete VCA with Dynamic Shape Response
LVLS - Master Out and Headphone Amp

Some front panel renders are up at http://www.steadystatefate.com/eurorack-modules/

Modular, Why?

Published on Jul 30, 2014 Jacques Mongrel

"I would be remiss to if I did not mention the amazing Modular Wild channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/modularwild) as inspiration for this video.

Also here are links to Shawn's music and stuff:
http://soundcloud.com/shawnosullivan
http://www.discogs.com/artist/2468007...
http://www.junodownload.com/plus/2014...

Modules:
http://www.tiptopaudio.com/z3k.php?go... (Tiptop also makes an affordable frame and power supply)
http://www.intellijel.com/eurorack-mo...
http://mutable-instruments.net/module... (Mutable Instruments are awesome)
http://www.toppobrillo.com/multifilte... (sweet filter)
http://www.makenoisemusic.com/moddemi... (2x VCA and a half)
http://www.steadystatefate.com/mixmode/ (I've met Andrew from SSF ... great guy ... blew my mind with how he used modules in unexpected ways)"

Modular, Why? #2: Timing Without Clocks

Published on Oct 5, 2014 Jacques Mongrel

"The aim of the next couple of episodes is to use the modular synthesizer is to make the foundation of a track by designing sounds that can then be built upon on Ableton Live."

URA opto-integrator demo

Published on Jul 16, 2014 SteadyStateFate

"demo of the integrator, random pulse and sample and hold-b
sections of the steady state fate ultra-random analog.

ssf propagate in audio rate mode is used as the sound source.

propagate is driven by the square output of a vco.

harmonics modulation via s/h-b stepped random output to propagate master delay cv.

s/h-b clocked by the random pulse output.

frequency modulation of propagate sum output into pole-zero vcf via opto-integrator output.

vcf output to mixmode then wmd pro output.

more info at www.steadystatefate.com"

The Modular Synthesizer Equinox Event is This Saturday in New York

Active links on the Facebook page here. This post is to let you know the event is this weekend.

"Nathan Cearley and Matthew Regula present this installment of the Modular Equinox. The modular synthesizer quarterly returns to summon the spring and lay waste to this miserable winter.

Mister Matthews
http://thecreatorsproject.vice.com/blog/matthew-regulas-homemade-synthesizers-prove-diy-is-still-alive
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cakTvbEva1s

Embarker (Philly)
http://www.embarker.org/
http://vimeo.com/27225667

On a Clear Day (Ryan Martin + David Grant, formerly Detrop)
https://www.facebook.com/OnAClearDayNYC

Anthony Saunders (NJ)
http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Explosive_Improvised_Device
http://anthonysaunders.bandcamp.com/album/hydration

Jesse DeRosa (mem Grasshopper)
https://soundcloud.com/bakedtapes/arctic-ash

die Reihe (Jack Callahan, mem Sundburned Hand of the Man)
https://soundcloud.com/diereihe
http://clatl.com/cribnotes/archives/2013/07/22/sunburned-hand-of-the-mans-jack-callahan-headlines-wonderroot

Arp 2500 demo with Ryan Soper
http://www.vintagesynth.com/arp/2500.php
http://trianglz.bandcamp.com/

Modular video visuals by Jonas Bers + Andrew Morelli (owner, Steady State Fate)
http://www.steadystatefate.com/

The Silent Barn
603 Bushwick Ave
J/M/Z to Myrtle Broadway
UFO to 40.6942° N, 73.9186° W

All ages
No BYOB
$8.00"

SSF & WMD ULTRA FOLD tease

Published on Feb 5, 2014 SteadyStateFate·23 videos

"Teaser of the SSF/WMD Ultra-Fold wave folder and timbre animator. The Ultra-Fold is one of six recently announced modules from the SSF/WMD collaboration series.

The demo begins with some basic wiggling of the controls and typical sounds when modifying a triangle wave from the SSF/WMD Spectrum VCO.
Various Ultra-Fold CV effects from low frequency and into the audio range are demonstrated using the WMD PDO and The Harvestman Hertz Donut mkii, as well as a Doepfer A-147 LFO for CV only.
The demo finishes off with a complex and squelchy acid rhythm using said modules and processed solely through the Ultra-Fold.
All signals are attenuated by the SSF Mixmode and scaled by WMD ProOutput for proper recording levels into a DSLR camera."

Voltergeist 5U Dotcom Format Make Noise Maths MKII Shipping

via Vince Mecanikill on Facebook

"I am finishing building the last Maths module today and they will be shipping out to everyone tomorrow on Monday. Sorry for the delay on them but I am sure you will be happy with them! I decided to move a few of the pots to space them out a little better on the first run and the second run also as you can see in the picture. The pre order for the second run will be up this week on Voltergeist.org so anyone that missed out on the first round now is your chance to get one of these beast for your Dotcom system.

The panels are here and the boards are on their way. We are doing 5 of these to start with more at a later date. Please use the link at the bottom of this post for the module info with the patchbooks showing you all the insane shit you can do with this module. I do not have anything else in my system as versatile as this and it truly is a Swiss Army knife for your system with more features than you can imagine. Time to put some spicy chocolate in your MU and yes the knobs are big and have dots so there is plenty of ham room.
The Positronic Transient Gate is an extremely versatile, unique transient generator. Unlike traditional slew and envelope generators, the PTG's transients are derived purely from Vactrol behavior. Rather than using capacitor integrators, the PTG uses current control to exploit all the wonder that Vactrols have to offer. In fact, not a single capacitor exists in the signal path.

The layout is very open ended, providing the flexibility to perform a vast number of unique transient functions never before conceived until now. The PTG is a multifunctional beast that is sure to please!

Key Features and Functions:

Bipolar Vactrol Transient Generation
Vactrol VCAs
Envelope Follower
Signal Boosting/Overdrive/Distortion
Wide Range/Response
Over 40 Unique Documented Patches
Dual
Order here: http://voltergeist.org/?page_id=132
Module info here: http://www.steadystatefate.com/positronic-transient-gate"

"Vactrol Drift" patch - SSF -Positronic Transient Gate /Propagate

"Vactrol Drift" patch - SSF -Positronic Transient Gate /Propagate from Richard Devine on Vimeo.

"First recorded patch using the new setup, and first patch experiment using the SSF Steady State Propagate and Positronic Transient Gate modules. The patch also includes some modules from my Enclave 12U case which is sitting on the floor as my camera lens isn't wide enough to capture everything. Everything clocked from one MakeNoise Wogglebug using the clocked/chaotic burst outputs. Tempo set very low for mid tempo pace of the rhythms. The clocked out is running into the seed input via the Animatter Brain seed, running trigger out to the Mungo g0 Depth Modulation input. The width and frequency modulation inputs controlled by the stepped output on the Wogglebug. Reset input on the g0 is being set by the Wogglebug clocked output. The waveform sequence is some percussion samples created on the Nord G2 modular synthesizer. Mult gate out to one Makenoise optomix, white noise hi-hats from the blue lantern noise generator "whitenoise" output. Kick drum trigger from the Cwejman BLD multi connection point via the Makenoise Brains clock master from the Wogglebug. Additional clock sent to the TipTop trigger riot. Then programming one channel output with high random probability to one input on the Propagate. Second input down from a mult connection point via the MakeNoise Wogglebug gate out. Creating counter back and forth pulses to Tiptop Z8000 sequencer. Summed output taken from the Propagate running into the PTG in low pass gate percussive setting. PTG running plucking one self resonating pitch of the Intellijel Korgasmatron (sine drop sfx). Wavetable morphing via the Synthesis Technology morphing terrarium, running into the Harvestman Double Andore, triggered by the gate burst input from the Woggle bug. Random white noises scatters courtesy of the Modcan CV recorder. CV controlled by the stepped and Smooth CV output on the Wogglebug. Output taken through the MakeNoise Phonogene for added glitches to signal. The mixed sum of all voices into a intellijel mutagen mixer. Outputs A going through Eventide Space, on patch setting 22 "Corridors". Output section C running into the Red Panda Particle Pedal, adding in more granular glitches and processing done by hand in real-time. Going into pure Red Panda granular processing at the end."

http://www.steadystatefate.com/positronic-transient-gate

http://www.steadystatefate.com/propagate

via Richard Devine on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge