hexinverter.net Galilean Moons: OVERVIEW

Published on Nov 10, 2013 hexinverterDOTnet·21 videos

"This brief video gives an overview of the hexinverter.net Galilean Moons analogue synthesizer module. It will be available in December 2013 as a built eurorack format module as well as a universal format PCB and full eurorack kit for DIY from hexinverter.net

Keep an eye on this Youtube channel for more video demos of Galilean Moons and other hex.net modules!

For more information than is shown below, and to check out audio demos and other modules from hexinverter.net, visit the project page here: http://cv.hexinverter.net/?projects=g...

hexinverter.net mailing list signup: http://eepurl.com/pDf_5

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A 909 kick drum clone you can build! (BETA)

YouTube Published on Aug 24, 2012 by hexinverterDOTnet

"This is a clone of the 909 kick / bass drum that I have been working on. It is able to be built with common parts, or with the rare 2SC/2SA transistors originally used in the design (room for both is on the circuit board)

APOLOGIES for the poor audio. My speaker cones are "fluffing" and my cell phone camera's mic REALLY accented that sound. The kick itself is nice and clean sounding, of course. I will be sharing some directly recorded sound samples soon!

I have added trigger input conditioners and some basic things to make it play nice in an analog modular synthesizer system. None of the original voicing circuitry has been altered.

I will have circuit boards available in my webstore soon: http://www.hexinverter.net

A build guide and modification guide will accompany the project.

Follow the Muffwigglers thread for more info, here!:

http://www.muffwiggler.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=65165"

Update:

909 Kick Clone Noise Generator Comparison

Published on Aug 24, 2012 by hexinverterDOTnet

"Here I demonstrate the sonic difference between a microcontroller-based white noise generator, and the CMOS based noise generator designed by Roland for the TR-909 analog drum machine.

I hope the difference is clear in the video...apologies for the poor quality. I will do some sound samples later as well.

I am working on a do it yourself 909 kick / bass drum clone you can buy a PCB for and build yourself.

PCBs will be in stock at: http://www.hexinverter.net in a few weeks!"

Galilean Moons: DEMO3: Jupiter Storm Expanded with Galilean Moons

Published on Nov 16, 2013 hexinverterDOTnet·24 videos

"This third demonstration of the upcoming Galilean Moons module shows Galilean Moons connected to a Jupiter Storm cosmic noise oscillator, acting as an expansion module.

Percussive/drum sounds are created in this video, but of course plenty of different sound effects can be synthesized with this module combination!

Keep an eye on this Youtube channel for more upcoming video demonstrations of Galilean Moons and other hex.net modules!

For more information than is shown below, and to check out audio demos and other modules from hexinverter.net, visit the project page here: http://cv.hexinverter.net/?projects=g...

hexinverter.net mailing list signup: http://eepurl.com/pDf_5"

All parts here.

seqSQUARED: The Analogue Pattern Generator [Poor quality Demo #2]

YouTube Published on Jun 30, 2012 by hexinverterDOTnet

"seqSQUARED is a do it yourself ("DIY") kit and eurorack assembled module for analog modular synthesis. It will be available shortly in multiple package options:

- Fully assembled and tested Eurorack module
- Eurorack kit (for DIY)
- Universal kit (for DIY)
- Bare PCB + Microcontroller (for DIY)

It takes up to four sequencers' CV and Gate as input and allows you to arrange them into larger patterns up to 32 steps in length.

Note: Please excuse seqSQUARED's nakedness (lack of front panel) and the poor image/sound quality. The new front panel has not arrived yet, and I do not have a decent quality video camera at my disposal right now. You can view the first demo video for a better quality image of what the module will roughly look like when it is done, by viewing the other video in this channel.

It is a perfect companion to an array of hexinverter.net sympleSEQs!

It works very similarly to the many sequential switches available on the market today, except that it is programmable. Meaning, you can program arbitrary patterns of sequences to make musical arrangements, not just go A, B, C, D, repeat, like with most sequential switches.

This module is meant to FEEL analog. It uses potentiometers and 5mm LEDs, NOT LCDs or menu-driven editing. Because of this analog user interface, it is quite fast and painless to program once you have used it for a few minutes.

For more information, and to pre-order this module in kit or assembled form before the campaign time runs out, please visit the Indiegogo page here:

http://igg.me/p/89405?a=227451

NOTE: Modules and kits will begin shipping end of July to mid-August after the campaign ends and funds are transferred.

Once the campaign is over and everything has settled down after pre-orders, kits and modules will be available in hexinverter.net's online shop as well, at:

http://www.hexinverter.net"

Galilean Moons: DEMO1: WMD PDO and Galilean Moons

Published on Nov 10, 2013 hexinverterDOTnet·22 videos

"This first demo video of Galilean Moons shows the use of a WMD Phase Displacement Oscillator MkII, L-1 Mutant Vactrol Filter and a Jupiter Storm with Galilean Moons.

Galilean Moons can be used for all sorts of things, including making percussive basslines as shown in this video.

Keep an eye on this Youtube channel for more upcoming video demonstrations of Galilean Moons and other hex.net modules!

For more information than is shown below, and to check out audio demos and other modules from hexinverter.net, visit the project page here: http://cv.hexinverter.net/?projects=g...

hexinverter.net mailing list signup: http://eepurl.com/pDf_5"

Follow-up to hexinverter.net Galilean Moons: OVERVIEW

Galilean Moons: DEMO4: New Jupiter Storm XOR Noise Output

Published on Nov 21, 2013 hexinverterDOTnet·25 videos

"In this fourth demonstration video for Galilean Moons, I show off the new XOR noise output which is enabled by expanding a Jupiter Storm cosmic noise oscillator behind the panel.

For more information than is shown below, and to check out audio demos and other modules from hexinverter.net, visit the project page here: http://cv.hexinverter.net/?projects=g...

hexinverter.net mailing list signup: http://eepurl.com/pDf_5"

All parts & module description posted here.

hexinverter.net Mutant Clap Demo

Published on Sep 7, 2014 hexinverterDOTnet

"The Mutant Clap is a eurorack handclap percussion synthesis module reminiscent of the TR-909. It will be available in Fall 2014 as a built eurorack module from modular synthesizer dealers around the globe as well as in DIY project form, from hexinverter.net's online DIY shop.

More info/full feature list: http://www.modulargrid.net/e/hexinver...

hexinverter project page: http://cv.hexinverter.net/?projects=m...

DIY products: http://shop.hexinverter.net

For built modules, please find your nearest modular retailer and inquire with them!

Gear used in this video: Mutant Clap, Orbitals step sequencer, Jupiter Storm, Galilean Moons, Mutant Bassdrum, Mutant Hihats, Low-gain Submix, WMD Pro Output, Make Noise Echophon..."

An Improv. Synthesizer Noodle

Published on Dec 2, 2012 by hexinverterDOTnet
"In this video I play my 100% DIY analogue modular synthesizer. I use a variety of modules and use only LFOs/sequencers for modulation purposes.

Hope you enjoy :) It's pretty raw...hehe."

hexinverter.net vcNOIZ Voltage Controlled Noise Oscillator Demo #2

Published on Dec 27, 2012 by hexinverterDOTnet

"vcNOIZ is a voltage controller noise oscillator for analogue modular synthesis. It is capable of generating white noise just like any other noise module, but also features voltage control of the noise pitch and sub-octave outputs which add their own character tone to the noise. The circuitry is entirely analog and uses no microcontrollers. It is a DIY (do it yourself) project as well as a complete assembled eurorack module.

In this demo, I ramble on and on about vcNOIZ, what you can do with it, then I demonstrate a few of the most prominent uses for it by generating pure white noise and then some percussive elements from it as well.

More demo videos to come :)

More info/preorder: http://igg.me/p/282076/x/227451

Module project page/features: http://cv.hexinverter.net/?projects=vcnoiz-v10"

Follow-up to this post.

via Hex Inverter on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

HEXINVERTER Mutant Hot Glue - Overview/Demo

Published on Jul 29, 2015 hexinverterDOTnet

"The HEXINVERTER Mutant Hot Glue is an analog bus mixer with hi-fi compressor and voltage controlled distortion, for the eurorack modular synthesizer format.

MORE INFO: http://www.hexinverter.net/mutant-hot...
or
https://www.modulargrid.net/e/hexinve...

The included high quality analog compressor offers series or parallel compression, and a sidechain input, making it well suited for drum processing. The voltage controlled distortion is based on the batteryACID: IDOW Edition design, but improved for better signal fidelity and performance. It can be used in its default position, normalized to the effects send, or like every other part of the module, broken out and used elsewhere in your modular system.

By default, the 4 channel mixer’s output conveniently feeds into the compressor’s input, giving access to easy New York style parallel compression by way of the compressor blend control. The dedicated output and mixer bypass switch for channel A allow you to easily use it as a sidechain source for the compressor. An effects send and return allow you to create complex effects routings within your modular system. With the number of excellent DSP and other effects modules on the market today, this makes it easy to combine modules to great effect, all within the eurorack modular domain."

vcNOIZ -- A DIY Voltage Controlled Noise Source for your modular

Published on Sep 21, 2012 by hexinverterDOTnet

"This is a very early preview of a voltage controlled noise module I am working on. It is of course designed for use in an analog modular synthesizer.

That is, the pitch is controllable via control voltage signals, which makes for a very interesting sonic palette.

If there is enough interest, I will make a circuit board and have it for sale in the hexinverter.net online shop.

All of the parts are pretty commonly available and should make for a pretty fun project to put together.

This design differs from a lowpass filtered white noise source, because a lowpass filter would likely alter the edges (and thus the sonic characteristic) of the noise. Because the noise source itself is generated by a digital shift register, harsh digital noise reminiscent of the C64 and NES will be possible at all frequencies."

Ming Mecca and hexinverter Mutant Drums

Published on Jul 18, 2014 hexinverterDOTnet

"Here I jam out on the Special Stage Systems Ming Mecca. The Ming Mecca is a voltage controlled video game console designed by Jordan Bartee. I am fortunate to have one of the first production units in my hands!

Here I use it along with the hexinverter Mutant Hihats, Clap and Bassdrum. These modules compliment eachother really well!

The Hihats and Bassdrum are available currently as eurorack format modules from retailers around the globe as well as in PCB form as a DIY project you can build.

http://cv.hexinverter.net

Special Stage Systems is taking preorders for the World and Control Core for the Ming Mecca system. Check it out here! http://www.specialstagesystems.com/"

This is the first Special Stage Systems post.

seqSQUARED: The Analogue Pattern Generator -- Demo #3

YouTube Published on Jul 27, 2012 by hexinverterDOTnet

"seqSQUARED is a do it yourself ("DIY") kit and eurorack assembled module for analog modular synthesis. It will be available shortly in multiple package options:

- Fully assembled and tested Eurorack module
- Eurorack kit (for DIY)
- Universal kit (for DIY)
- Bare PCB + Microcontroller (for DIY)

It takes up to four sequencers' CV and Gate as input and allows you to arrange them into larger patterns up to 32 steps in length. It generates patterns much the same way you would in Fruity Loops or other software, except with analog hardware.

It is a perfect companion to an array of hexinverter.net sympleSEQs!

It works very similarly to the many sequential switches available on the market today, like the Doepfer A-151 or Fonitronik switch, except that it is programmable. Meaning, you can program arbitrary patterns of sequences to make musical arrangements, not just go A, B, C, D, repeat, like with most sequential switches.

This module is meant to FEEL analog. It uses potentiometers and 5mm LEDs, NOT LCDs or menu-driven editing. Because of this analog user interface, it is quite fast and painless to program once you have used it for a few minutes.

Once everything has settled down after pre-orders are shipped, kits and modules will be available in hexinverter.net's online shop as well, at:

http://www.hexinverter.net

Australian folks can purchase a module in-store and online at: http://www.rhythmactive.com.au

Throw yourself on the mailing list to be notified when it is ready to ship (don't worry, no spam):

http://blog.hexinverter.net/?page_id=14"

via Hex Inverter on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge

seqSQUARED: The Analogue Pattern Generator

YouTube Published on May 14, 2012 by hexinverterDOTnet

"seqSQUARED is a programmable voltage controlled switch used to generate complex patterns with multiple analog step sequencers. It is designed to be used in a modular synthesizer and will be available in Eurorack kit and assembled form, as well as many other DIY formats.

For more information, and to preorder, check out the project funding page at Indiegogo:

http://igg.me/p/89405?a=227451"

There's something stuck on hexinverter's camera lens...

There's something stuck on my camera lens...
Published on Jan 28, 2013 hexinverterDOTnet·15 videos

"...and it's making scary noises :(

There are some cool sounds coming from hexinverter.net soon!"

seqSQUARED: The Analogue Pattern Generator

YouTube Published on May 14, 2012 by hexinverterDOTnet

You might remember the video from this previous post. The following is an update with some additional info via Hex Inverter:

"Technically speaking it is a user-programmable analogue switch. It allows users to plug multiple CV/Gate sequencers in (up to 4 at a time) and generate arrangements of those sequencers.

In other words, it can function on a basic level as a simple module that takes, say, 4 individual 16-step sequencers, and turns them into one seamless 64 step sequencer, much the same way any sequential switch does.

What makes it unique, however, is the fact that you get to actually program the order in which the sequencers are arranged (up to 16 sequences long can make up a pattern). You could in other words go (sequencers A to B): A, B, C, D, D, B, C, A, whatever!

Programming is done via a primarily analogue user interface (potentiometers and LEDs instead of rotary encoders and LCDs), so, while the module technically relies on a microcontroller for this programmability, it feels right at home in an analogue modular environment.

The module also includes a couple of unique features (both voltage controllable). One is that it has a built in clock divider, which selects the length of the sequence you are using. The other is a feature I call "Chaos", which is simply a random chance that on a new note, instead of playing the CV/gate from the sequencer you've programmed for it to play, it selects a random one of the sequencers you have plugged in. So, you could create some interesting musical effects by loading up 4 sequencers and CVing the chaos % chance input!

I am offering this project in:

PCB form: Includes a set of PCBs and a programmed microcontroller. Users source their own components.

Universal Kit form: No pots/jacks, etc. included -- just the logic electronics, so users can select their own format

Eurorack Kit form: Includes a beautiful 26HP panel made by Re:Synthesis and all of the necessary panel-mount components to build your own module

Eurorack Assembled Module form: One hand-assembled, fully tested module in 26HP eurorack format.

With all of these packages I offer, I encourage interested builders to look at the Bill of Materials (BOM), which details what is/is not included in all of the kits to help them decide which one is right for them. The BOM can be found at Google Docs, here, and will be updated automatically if any components change:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AvD8ZRA_UZL8dGNMdWFsQlZDdGlydmZ3NERYR2NKYnc

Once again, it is through the wonderful power of the internet that this is at all possible for me to do. Through the excellent creative project-funding site Indiegogo, I am able to securely collect preorders in order to make this project happen. As you might see, we have already met our funding goal, so this project is more than happening! It is set to begin shipping around the end of July as kits and modules are assembled for folks that have preordered!

Folks that are interested can find the Indiegogo project page here: http://igg.me"

Galilean Moons: DEMO2: Percussion with vcNOIZ

Published on Nov 14, 2013 hexinverterDOTnet·23 videos

All parts here.

"This second demo of Galilean Moons showcases using the module with a vcNOIZ LFSR noise oscillator in order to generate percussive sounds.

Keep an eye on this Youtube channel for more upcoming video demonstrations of Galilean Moons and other hex.net modules!

For more information than is shown below, and to check out audio demos and other modules from hexinverter.net, visit the project page here: http://cv.hexinverter.net/?projects=g...

hexinverter.net mailing list signup: http://eepurl.com/pDf_5

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hexinverter.net AteOhAte Mutant TR-808 Cowbell DIY project -- Demo1

Published on Jul 17, 2013 hexinverterDOTnet·19 videos

"The AteOhAte Mutant Cowbell is a DIY (do it yourself) TR-808 Cowbell module based on the analogue circuit in Roland's famous drum machine. The circuit has been adapted for use in a modular synthesizer, and, while being able to create the same sounds featured on the 808, can also create other sounds thanks to the modified tunable oscillators and voltage control over the cowbell's pitch.

You can build one yourself at home (along with many other x0x-based drum modules) once PCBs are available from me at hexinverter.net

I will be releasing the AteOhAte Mutant HiHats at the same time as this project.

Receive an email when PCBs are available by signing up for the mailing list here: http://eepurl.com/pDf_5

Visit the Muffwiggler forum thread for updates on the project: http://www.muffwiggler.com/forum/view..."

How To: Modular Synthesizer Panel/PCB Brackets

Published on Jul 23, 2013 hexinverterDOTnet·20 videos

"I get asked how I go about mounting PCBs to front panels for my modular synthesizer quite frequently, so, I've made a short video demonstrating how I do it.

You'll need some tin snips, roof flashing (or plain sheet metal), a drill press as well as some other hand tools. The whole process is actually quite simple and I recommend anyone pick up this easy skill to learn! It'll make synthDIY a whole lot easier."

Dr. Snares introduces the MUTANT MACHINE from hexinverter.net

Published on Jan 22, 2015 hexinverterDOTnet

"The new Mystery Mutant Drum unveiled!

Our pal Dr. Snarold showed us around his lab while he played around with his new Mutant Machine, so we caught it on video.

The Mutant Machine is a pure analog percussion synthesis module coming at winter NAMM, 2015 from hexinverter.net

It will be a eurorack format synthesizer module and DIY project.

More information can be found at the hexinverter.net page ( http://cv.hexinverter.net ) and by searching for the Mutant Machine on ModularGrid

Many thanks goes to these fine fellows for all their help!
- Direction, photography and editing by Jaimz Asmundson (GHOST TWIN: http://ghosttwin.com/ )
- Snarold Snarington played by Aaron Funk"