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Erica synths holiday sale 15% off drum modules

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Holiday Treats from Erica Synths: 15% Off Drum Series Modules
Erica Synths Drum Series modules are the ultimate tools for rhythm based music production, live performances and sound designRiga, Latvia, December 19th, 2019 — Modular synth innovators Erica Synths announced that its entire Drum Series modules will be on sale between Friday, December 20th and Tuesday, December 31st.  Customers can choose from among 18 different modules, including Sample Drum, Bass Drum, Snare Drum, Clap, Toms, Hi-Hats A, Hi-Hats D, Cymbals, Cowbell, Bassline, Dual Drive, Dual FX, Stereo Mixer, Mixer, Mixer Lite, Link, Modulator & Drum Sequencer. Erica Synths Drum Series modules are the ultimate tools for rhythm based music production, live performances and sound design, and can accommodate anything your drum rack needs — from Bass Drum, Snare and Cowbell, to the Drum Sequencer, punchy Bassline and the extremely capable Sample Drum/ The Drum Series also provides expert effects, modulation, mixers and everything in between. 

For more information on the Drum Series and to take advantage of Erica Synths’ Holiday Sale, please visit its online store starting tomorrow through December 31st.

Rossum Electro-music Assimil8or updates to v2.0

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Rossum Electro-Music has announced the release of Software Version 2.0 for their Assimil8or Phase Modulation Sampler Eurorack module.
Designed to provide a powerful, flexible sampling engine for modular synthesis, the Assimil8or Multi-Timbral Phase Modulation Sampler module is the latest incarnation of Dave Rossum’s decades-long pioneering of affordable professional sampling technology. Assimil8or 2.0 software brings a host powerful new features and major workflow enhancements. Taken together, they result in Assimil8or’s evolution into an even more powerful and easy-to-use sampling module. 
Assimil8or 2.0 software is a free download for current Assimil8or owners. It can be downloaded at http://www.rossum-electro.com/products/assimil8or.

Key new Assimil8or 2.0 features includeNew Sound-on-Sound sampling modes: (100% feedback for limitless layering and -3dB feedback for gradual decaying).
Explode Sample (at both the channel and zone level) to divide a sample into 2 to 8 equal regions and automatically assign them to sequential channels or zones.
Chop Sample: Similar to Explode sample, but uses transients to determine the chop points.
CV Control of Mix Levels: The ability to voltage control a channel’s level in the mix output without affecting its individual output. There are two control modes: Normal for regular modulation, and Fader for mix control.
New Zone Selection types:
– Advance – Each new trigger causes the next zone in numerical order to be selected.
– Random – Each new trigger causes a random zone in numerical order to be selected.
NewZone Voltage Balancing Options: 5V, 10V, Chromatic Keyboard, and Major Scale
Zone Lock to temporarily lock a single zone for auditioning and editing
Manual and Auto-Audition of card WAV files to streamline import operations.
Gate Delay to compensate for sequencer gate/trigger/CV timing anomalies.
Stereo Awareness: Graphic interface and editor improvements to make working with stereo channel pairs virtually automatic.
Preset Selection via CV: The ability to use assignable CV inputs to step forward and backward through a folder’s preset list.
Zone handling and editing improvements, especially with stereo samples
Variable horizontal zoom on the Sample Start/End Page and Loop Start/Length/End Page.
Sync Editing of sample and loop points (i.e, simultaneously set identical Loop Start and Sample Start or Loop End/Length and Sample End points).
Selection of Sampling Destination Channel by pressing and holding the Sampling Setup button and then one of the eight channel buttons.
New Sampling Setup Zone Destination parameter ”Empty Zone” assigns the new sample to the next empty zone on the destination channel.
Load Folder Warning: The option to trigger a warning popup when loading a new folder to help avoid accidental overwriting of unsaved preset edits. 
The ability to cancel a folder load in progress.
A Sampling Pre-roll of 10 msec (to avoid the possibility of cutting off the very beginning of a sample) 
Data Compatibility: Assimil8or V2.0 data is fully forward and backward compatible with Assimil8or V1.XX. (With the exception that the new zone selection types, if used, will load into V1.XX as type “Continuous’).
More Assimil8or information can be found at the Rossum Electro-Music web site: http://www.rossum-electro.com/products/assimil8or

Producers know there is a reason the E520 kickstarter has more than doubled its goal…

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the SynthTech E520 Hyperion Stereo Effects Processor is the new producers secret sweetness.

e520 hyerion stereo effects processor

this new effect processor is the latest module … wait is it a module? sure … but more than that it’s the latest Processor from Synthesis Technology. I say that it is more than a module because this thing can be slapped in a stand alone case (4ms pod) and used at line level with your gear. Not content with just being another eurorack module, this is firing shots a bit further.

When the kickstarter went live, it took less than 48 hours to surpass its goal. Now it is deep into its stretch goals and some videos of the development version are making their rounds on the interwebz.

Lets take a look at whats going on here and think about how this module can be a serious desktop stand alone processor for everything from lo-fi hip hop effects, to pristine delays, reverb, and mind altering spectral effects. all without taxing your silly CPU.

if you want some of this wild sauce I highly recommend getting in on the Kickstarter now. SynthTech modules tend to sell out and then you end up on either a waiting list or just waiting…. and waiting. while everyone else reaps the benefit of exquisite design and build quality. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/697230891/synthtech-e520-hyperion-stereo-effects-processor

Synthesis Technology E520 Kickstarter is Live and almost funded already!

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The Synthesis Technology E520 is a much anticipated FX module. The Kickstarter page has now gone live as of only 4 hours ago and is already more than 3/4 of the way funded.

more than 50% funded in only an hour!

Focused on Spectral FFT fx to manipulate audio. Pitch shifting vocoding and spectral crushing to name a few. the E520 is also capable of high quality time domain fx such as looping, delays, and more.

The Kickstarter has some interesting rewards such as early bird pricing and a bundle that includes a 4ms pod case for stand alone usage. check out the kickstarter now to secure your early bird price!

I recently sat down with Paul Schreiber of Synthesis technology for an indepth interview about the e520. Check out the SynthSummitShow episode

Paul is known for being an excellent interview and though we were planning on keeping this one to just an hour…. well there is just too much good stuff to talk about!

be sure to check out the kickstarter and share it around to support another impressive module from synthtech!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/697230891/synthtech-e520-hyperion-stereo-effects-processor?fbclid=IwAR1siu_il33ZBU9-gevCthKdU-t8Q088my9nU-aE2Lfm-_u0FWxBq2cHdZs

here is a link to the E520 demo page for some nice audio examples. https://synthtech.com/eurorack/E520_DEMO/

Radikal technologies Delta Cep A to 1.5 adds new features and fx

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We are pleased to announce that our DELTA CEP Aand DELTA CEP A Desktop products have received an extensive update. This firmware update is available to all customers and our dealers free of charge. Devices that we have delivered since 09.09.2019 have already been equipped with this new firmware.

The following features are additions by the new version:

  • the [SHIFT]-key can now be locked in, additional parameters can also be reached without holding the [SHIFT]-key.
  • In addition to the previous effects, there is now a reverb that can be used simultaneously with the other effects.
  • The LFO can now be routed to a lot of destinations without patch cords. 
  • The ADSR can now be routed to a lot of destinations without patch cords.
  • Each modulation target has an independent modulation strength setting.
  • The sound programs of the DELTA CEP A can now be switched over via MIDI.
  • The LFO can now be synchronized directly to a square wave signal.
  • The volume and intensity of the saturation of the oscillator signal can now be modulated by a control voltage.

Download the new version now!
Firmware download:
Delta CEP A Version 1.5

Manual english:
Version 1.5 Info PDF english

Handbuch deutsch:
Version 1.5 Info PDF deutsch

Erica synths announces firmware update for graphic vco and more

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Erica Synths Announces Three New Eurorack Modules and Graphic VCO Firmware Update
Pico LFO/S&H, Pico Mixer and PSU Input Module now shipping; New Graphic VCO firmware update features ‘drum’ mode’Riga, Latvia, July 8, 2019 — Erica Synths announces three new Eurorack modules, available immediately. The new modules include two Pico units — an LFO/S&H and Mixer — as well as a new power supply unit (PSU) input module. Additionally, the company announced a firmware update to its Graphic VCO, which adds significant new features requested by customers and also includes minor bug fixes. 
Pico LFO/S&H 
Pico LFO/S&H is full analogue modulations source — including both LFO and Sample and Hold —  providing a new dimension of controlled randomness to your modular setup in a small package. Pico LFO/S&HFeatures of the Pico LFO/S&H include: Full analogue circuitLFO with triangle and square wave outputsHighly stable S&H circuit based on AS1100CK2 ICInput and output protection against over-voltageProtection against reverse PSU connection Pico MixerPico Mixer
Meantime, Pico Mixer is simple 3 channel DC coupled mixer intended to mix audio signals and CV signals in order to obtain more complex modulations. The unit may also serve as a CV and audio attenuator. The Pico Mixer Features:3 inputsDiode protection against over-voltagePSU Input ModulePSU Input Module
If you would like to use rack ears to mount an Erica Synths 84HP enclosure in a studio rack, you may want to access the PSU connection from the front of the case rather than the top side. Then the 4HP PSU connection module is a solution for this.Recommended retail pricing for each new module is as follows: Pico LFO S&H – 80 EUR (VAT excl.)Pico Mixer  – 50 EUR (VAT excl.)PSU Input Module – 15 EUR (VAT excl.)Graphic VCO firmware 1.1New Graphic VCO firmware update
Erica Synths also announces the Graphic VCO firmware 1.1, available by following simple steps here and using the Erica Synths firmware updater app. By updating the firmware, users will be able to access the following new features and upgrades: DRUM mode (allows to use GVCO as a drum voice)Fine tuningCalibrationMinor bug fixes
 

Erica synths black stereo delay now shipping

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Erica Synths Black Stereo Delay Now Shipping
New Black Stereo Delay is full of unique features and soundRiga, Latvia, June 13, 2019 — Tape and digital modes of delay, hold with overdub and delicate delay time and feedback control — in combination with CV and trigger control over various parameters — make the new Black Stereo Delay module from Erica Synths not only a great effects unit for your modular system, but also an instrument on it’s own.


Black Stereo Delay is a hi-fi stereo delay based on Erica Synths’ own custom DSP engine. It includes several different digital and ping-pong modes of delay, hold with overdub and feedback control and other features making it a versatile addition to almost any rack. Black Stereo Delay’s features include: Stereo delay with adjustable delay timeTape, digital and ping-pong delay modesTap and clock synchronization of delay timeReverse delay modeHold mode (samples up to 40” of audio) with Add (overdub) featureTrigger control over Hold, Add and ReverseCV control over delay time, dry/wet mix and feedbackFeedback path soft limiting compressionAdd to hold soft limiting compressionAdjustable stereo delay spreadFirmware update via audio bootloaderBlack Stereo Delay is available now and priced at € 310.00.  For more information, please visit the Erica Synths Black Stereo Delay product page. 
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Qubit releases Prism eurorack module

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Prism is a multidimensional signal processor that creates a framework for the spectral
metamorphosis of any input signal. This stereo audio buffer can be navigated through on 3 axis,
each of which provides a different sonic journey through its array of time based controls.
The X and Z planes are home to a flexible delay line capable of long clocked delays, slapback
echo, or comb filtered vocoder-esque timbres. On the Y axis is the decimate control. This sets
the audio fidelity of the buffer by manipulating the sample rate and bit depth of the output. A
state variable filter with configurable low pass, high pass, and band pass outputs can be enabled
at the beginning or end of the signal chain providing yet another dimension of spectral
transformation. And thanks to its digital architecture, the current buffer contents can be locked
in place with the Freeze control, creating glitch and beat repeat effects which can be synced to
an external clock source. The Prism blurs the lines between DSP effect, filter, and looper and
transcends into a new realm of uncharted audio processing.

  • Multidimensional signal processor
  • Stereo inputs and outputs
  • Flexible delay line providing long delays, and comb filtering
  • Bit depth and sample rate manipulation
  • State variable filter with LPF, HPF, and BPF
  • Freeze control locks buffer in place for glitch and beat repeat effects
  • Aluminum front panel

Width: 12HP
Power: +12V: 90mA, -12V: 10mA, +5V: 0mA
Depth: 22mm