Neutral Labs Elmyra 2, a 4 voice polyphonic semi modular synth, now has a white faceplate

video upload by Floyd Steinberg

"In this video, I build the new pale-faced Neutral Labs @nyppy Elmyra 2 and take it for a test drive with my MPC One acting as a sequencer. See https://neutral-labs.com/elmyra2

This is a 4 voice polyphonic semi modular synth advertised for "microtonal exploration", but it can also be used chromatically if you so choose, as demonstrated in this video. Table of contents:

00:00 intro
00:10 hi
00:27 building the synth
05:45 MPC setup
06:08 short improvisation (with explanations)
11:05 bye-bye

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Neutral Labs Elmyra 2 firmware v2.2 – new features walkthrough

video upload by nyppy

"Available as DIY kit or assembled desktop synth or Eurorack module. See https://neutral-labs.com/elmyra2 for more info and firmware download."

00:00 Version identification
00:15 Octave range switching
01:00 Chord mode
01:55 Elmyra cosplaying as guitar
02:25 More filters
03:55 Advanced LFO modes
06:06 Signal routing

9 patches with Neutral Labs Elmyra 2

video upload by nyppy

"Available as DIY kit or assembled desktop synth or Eurorack module. See https://neutral-labs.com/elmyra2

Elmyra 2 is a drone synthesizer and platform for microtonal sonic exploration.

00:00 Bouncing Ball
00:22 Zombie Pulse
01:07 Insect
01:44 Three Sisters
02:16 Drunk Troubadour
02:49 LFO Bro
03:22 Elastic Steel
04:14 Spooky Vibrato
04:50 Fabric Softener"

See the Neutral Labs label below for additional demos.

Neutral Labs Elmyra 2 platform for microtonal sonic exploration and drone synth

video upload by nyppy

"Available as DIY kit or assembled desktop synth or Eurorack module."

Feature demo and details here.

Neutral Labs Elmyra 2 platform for microtonal sonic exploration and drone synth demo

video upload by nyppy

"Available as DIY kit or assembled desktop synth or Eurorack module.

00:00 Unison detune
00:39 Filter
01:07 Sub-oscillators
01:55 Waveshaping and bite
02:34 Bitmangler and delay
03:15 Patching and photoresistor
03:39 Sample rate reduction
04:25 Slightly more complex patching
05:12 Envelope modulating LFO frequency
05:43 Sequencer
06:18 Outro drone

#synthesizer #eurorack #diy"

via Neutral Labs

The successor to the widely acclaimed Elmyra, Elmyra 2 is a 4-voice digital/analog hybrid drone synthesizer and platform for microtonal sonic exploration, capable of creating anything from lush ambient soundscapes to gritty droning textures and shrieking noises, available as a 42 HP Eurorack module or semi-modular desktop synth. With 31 modulation targets, 4 polymetric sequencers, delay, additional per-voice effects, a choice of various filters, as well as onboard LFOs and utilities, it is essentially a purpose-built small modular system in itself. A set of preset cards (included) or electronic components like capacitors or diodes can be plugged into the front panel in order to change the sound character.

Feature overview:

4 independent voices activated by touch or CV
wavetable-based complex oscillator engine, up to 12 oscillators in total, 1V/octave compatible
chromatic mode makes chords and harmonic sounds possible, microtonal scales supported
41 patch points
31 modulation targets
touchpads with analog envelopes that can be used as modulation sources
resonant filter switchable between:
boomy and aggressive multimode 2-pole state variable filter (low-pass, band-pass, high-pass)
creamy 4-pole low-pass ladder filter
delay with unhealthy amounts of feedback
lo-fi reverb
analog OUCH circuit: a unique combination of destructive distortion, waveshaping and filtering
sonic character can be customised by using special preset cards (set of 4 included) or components like diodes that can be plugged into the front panel
preset cards can be used with other Neutral Labs modules
external audio can be processed via audio input
9 per-voice modulations and effects:
unison detune
dual sub-oscillators
saturation
bitmangler
sample rate reduction
noise
high-pass filter
low-pass filter
2 LFOs: 1 sine, 1 complex morphable
4 sequencers with arbitrary step length per voice (up to 128), allows polymetric structures
delay time and LFOs can be clock-synced or unsynced (tap tempo is also possible)
utilities
dual attenuator/buffered multiple/voltage generator
CV summing circuit
case made of plant-based bioplastic and native German oak wood
boutique synth handmade in Germany

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Neutral Labs Pip complex CV generator/recorder Eurorack module demo

video upload by nyppy

"Available as DIY kit or assembled module. See https://neutral-labs.com/pip

00:00 Intro
00:15 Random modes
00:39 Wavetable pages
01:10 Clock ratios
01:30 Free mode
01:45 Phase adjustment mode
02:00 CV recordings
02:15 Morph CV recordings"

Neutral Labs Nijel customizable distortion Eurorack module demo

video upload by nyppy

"Available as DIY kit or assembled module. See https://neutral-labs.com/nijel

00:00 Intro
00:27 Preset cards
01:22 Customization using components
01:39 External modulation"

See the Neutral Labs label below for additional posts.

Scrat customisable VCF Eurorack filter module by Neutral Labs

video upload by nyppy

"Available as DIY kit or prebuilt. See https://neutral-labs.com/scrat

Feature demo"

Neutral Labs Scrat posts

Neutral Labs Scrat customizable Steiner-Parker VCF Eurorack module demo

video upload by nyppy

"Available in July 2022 as DIY kit or prebuilt module. See https://neutral-labs.com/scrat

00:00 Intro
00:38 Resonance modes
01:02 Customization (LED)
01:42 Customization (LDR)
01:58 LDR madness
02:33 Preset cards"

Scrat is an aggressive sounding multimode Steiner-Parker filter with a twist: You can change the resonance flavour by plugging in components like diodes, capacitors or resistors (even LEDs and/or light-dependent resistors) directly to the front panel. A set of preset cartridges is also available, which gives you instant access to a variety of filter sounds. You could even make your own. Or go all in and connect some jumper wires to a breadboard for pretty much endless possibilities.

The 2-pole filter (12 dB/octave) supports both high-pass and low-pass mode. Even without external components or cartridges, the resonance behaviour can be changed in various ways via switches on the front panel. Both resonance and cutoff can be fully CV controlled, and the cutoff CV sensitivity can be adjusted as well.

The module contains an adjustable pre-filter drive circuit, which pairs very well with the Steiner-Parker design.

Scrat is available from July 2022 as a full DIY kit from retailers. It's a relatively easy build to complete, with a low component count and no SMD or other tricky parts. A set of 4 preset cards called Nuts (Acorn, Almond, Cashew and Pecan) is also available.

Neutral Labs Meg unique waveshaper Eurorack module demo

video upload by nyppy

"Available in March 2022 as DIY kit or prebuilt module. See https://neutral-labs.com/meg"

"Meg is a unique kind of waveshaper. Instead of folding the wave back in on itself like a common wavefolder, it shifts parts of the wave up or down, with the shifting threshold being adjustable. The resulting 2 half-waves can be flattened one by one, essentially morphing into a half square wave and eventually a full square wave. Essentially, it will add pulse-width modulation (and more) to any kind of wave."

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Neutral Labs Nermal Eurorack DIY kit build video

video by nyppy

You can find additional info on Nermal posted here.

Nermal Eurorack modulated destructive distortion module by Neutral Labs

video by nyppy

Neutral Labs Nermal Eurorack modulated destructive distortion Eurorack module demo

video by nyppy

Prototpy demo posted here

via Neutral Labs

Nermal is a destructive distortion Eurorack module that has some unique sonic qualities. There are 3 levels of distortion ranging from subtle saturation to utter destruction. An integrated modulator can switch or even blend between these modes, with the modulation frequency going well into the audio range, in which case, interesting harmonics and artefacts can be created on top of the incoming audio. Nermal rewards experimentation and unexpected sweetspots can often be discovered along the way. In addition to the onboard modulator, there are external modulation options via control voltages (CV) for the most commonly used parameters. LFOs and envelopes work great, but audio signals are accepted as well and make for the most interesting patches.

Nermal is available from May 2021 as a full DIY kit from retailers. It's fairly easy to complete, with a moderate component count and no SMD or other tricky parts.

Neutral Labs Nermal prototype demo

video by nyppy

"This will soon be available as DIY kit, see https://neutral-labs.com​"

Neutral Labs Elmyra drone synthesizer through Collision Devices Black Hole Symmetry

nyppy

"You can easily build this synth yourself or buy an assembled unit, see here: https://neutral-labs.com/elmyra/"

Neutral Labs Elmyra synthesizer (a platform for sonic experimentation)

nyppy

"You can easily build this synth yourself or buy an assembled unit, see here: https://neutral-labs.com/elmyra/"

Elymyra

Neutral Labs Elmyra DIY drone synthesizer & friends - a collection of short sound snippets

nyppy

"You can easily build this synth yourself (or buy it), see here: https://neutral-labs.com/elmyra/

This is a demonstration of the wide sonic palette possible with Elmyra. I'm using two of them in combination with various other synthesizers and effects units, such as Soma Lyra-8, Make Noise 0-coast, Tasty Chips GR-1, Moog DFAM and Mother-32, Elektron Digitakt and Analog Four, Mooer Ocean Machine, Jomox M-Resonator and a bunch of Eurorack modules.

If you're interested in a panel + PCB set, kit or build, let me know."

See the Neutral Labs label below for more.

Elmyra drone synth v1.1 - new filter

Published on Mar 24, 2020 nyppy

"A quick demo of the new filter in v1.1. You can easily build this synth yourself, see here: https://neutral-labs.com/elmyra/

If you're interested in a panel + PCB set, kit or build, let me know.

Reverb provided by Eventide Space. In the second part of the video you can hear the raw Elmyra output (as indicated by captions)."

Exploring Elmyra - a DIY drone synthesizer

Published on Mar 22, 2020 nyppy

"A walkthrough of Elmyra's features. You can easily build this synth yourself, see here: https://neutral-labs.com/elmyra/

If you're interested in a panel + PCB set or a build, let me know.

This is obviously inspired by the Soma Lyra-8, which I love, but it's not a clone at all.

Reverb provided by Eventide Space. In parts of the video you can hear the raw Elmyra output (as indicated by captions).

#diy #synthesizer #noise"

Follow-up to this post.

Introducing Elmyra - a DIY drone synthesizer by Neutral Labs

Published on Mar 21, 2020 nyppy

"This is just a quick demo of my Elmyra prototype. You can easily build this synth yourself. I will share the schematics, PCB and code in a few days. A video detailing all the features is also coming up. Just watch this space or drop me a message.

This is obviously inspired by the Soma Lyra-8, which I love, but it's not a clone at all.

Reverb provided by Eventide Space. Next video will have the dry sound as well. The Elmyra delay can get pretty reverb-y on its own.

#diy #synthesizer #noise"

Note this is the first post to feature Neutral Labs.

Update: additional details here: https://neutral-labs.com/elmyra/

Soma Lyra-8 // Jomox M-Resonator drone

Published on Nov 10, 2019 nyppy

"Those 2 are a perfect pair. I didn't use any video effects by the way. The camera started shaking and produced these nice shutter effects by itself. ;)

Lyra goes through the M-Resonator. Octatrack adds some delay and Eventide Space is used for reverb (Quasar preset).

#lyra8 #drone #noise"