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Andrew Sheidler asked for a 1/2 space module with two simple decay- stage only percussion envelopes. Since I find these handy as well, for instances an adsr is...
Michael Ford
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hello michael, it's cool that you do a small production run, i'm very interested :-) i guess that the voltage range of the envelopes is +10 to 0 volts? what do...
Ingo Zobel
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Jul 6, 2005
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Hi Ingo, Yes, the range is 0-10v as per Frac rack standard. Internally multing the gate inputs so they both fire from one gate signal is something Andrew asked...
Michael Ford
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hello, the cynare seems to be an interesting module. please can anybody give some details about it? f.e. which controls and jacks are present on the front...
Ingo Zobel
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Jul 7, 2005
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... Yup, i love mine. :-) ... It is an interesting mix between a snare and hi hat sound. It's not my first choice replacement for the 808/909 sounds, and if...
Sam Ecoff
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Jul 7, 2005
2:21 pm
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thanks sam :-) is there a picture of the module somewhere? best wishes ingo ... http://www.dron.de http://www.selfoscillate.de ...
Ingo Zobel
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Yes, having both fire from one jack will be very handy, or you can just plug into both gate inputs separately if you want. I'm glad Michael's adding the LED...
Andrew Scheidler
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Jul 7, 2005
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Or, one dual envelope and a filter with vc resonance makes a great kick drum. Envelope 1 to frequency modulation and envelope 2 to resonance cv. Adjust initial...
Michael Ford
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Jul 8, 2005
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There is also now an alternate Cynare module with individual oscillator frequency controls and patchable filter and VCA. These are $350....
Michael Ford
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Jul 8, 2005
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sounds even better :-) must be a real giant, i guess as big as the sequential switch? best wishes ingo ... are...
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Jul 8, 2005
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It's four spaces....
Michael Ford
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Jul 9, 2005
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I was wondering if someone could provide a little info for the Pulse Divide and Logic module (the one thats listed directly underneath the the sequential...
John
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Jul 9, 2005
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The Divider/Logic module has individual outputs for divisions of two through eight. It also contains an inverter, an AND gate an OR gate and a XOR/XNOR with...
Michael Ford
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Jul 9, 2005
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... Yup.... I use the Metalbox dual LFO square wave output for a clock, and then I use the divider to trigger my Cynare, Dual Chime, Dual Drum, and trigger EGs...
Sam Ecoff
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Jul 10, 2005
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Thanks for the info everyone. What happens to the divider when you send it a signal that is not regular like a square wave? John...
John
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Jul 10, 2005
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Everything gets squared up which results in a fuzzy/crunchy sound. The Blacet Dreq Divider is better suited for this type of signal processing. The Pulse...
Michael Ford
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Jul 10, 2005
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So guys, i'm new to the modular thing and i'm pumped about getting a few racks for processing and insane efx. I make industrial trip-hop and i'm looking for ...
Luigi
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Jul 13, 2005
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... welcome to the sickness. It's pretty fun.... :-) ... If you are looking for unique and interesting, you've found the right modules! ... Right. Metalbox...
Sam Ecoff
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Jul 13, 2005
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so for under a grand... what would be a great way to build up a powerfull synth? should i get the essentials from blacet like... the vco, adsr, vca, and vcf?...
Luigi
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Jul 13, 2005
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Hi Luigi, I do not own any Metalbox modules yet - I am back in school, so my income is limited, but they are high on my wishlist. Especially that Sequential...
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Jul 13, 2005
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Luigi - To me, the Metalbox line is a perfect match-up for Blacet. Blacet is good for the "foundation" modules, then Michael's stuff will let you delve into...
Andrew Scheidler
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Jul 13, 2005
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... Yes and yes to VCOs, VCAs, ADSR, etc., but IMHO, save your $ and get one or more of the filters Metalbox offers. Much more interesting than the Blacet...
Sam Ecoff
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Jul 14, 2005
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What filters? I don't see any listed on the website. I think the Blacet filters are pretty cool, myself. And the Wiard Boogie is outrageous....
Ben Vehorn
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Jul 14, 2005
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I built some EFM filters for a few customers. These are not a part of my line, and are no longer available. The Boogie filter is absolutely killer, no doubt. ...
Michael Ford
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Jul 14, 2005
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... yes, indeed :-) any more info about this module? specs, size and expected price are always interesting. thanks best wishes ingo http://www.dron.de ...
Ingo Zobel
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Jul 14, 2005
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The 8008 bass drum module is one frac rack space wide. Controls are tune, tone and decay. Trigger input and audio output. It is the 808 Bass drum circuit with...
Michael Ford
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Jul 14, 2005
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Not on the first run. It could be possible in the future. I wanted to keep it as "pure" 808 as possible, and fit it into one space....
Michael Ford
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Jul 14, 2005
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VC decay would be cool too!...
Ben Vehorn
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Jul 14, 2005
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I was thinking the same thing... but I almost hate to say those things... if I was Michael I'd probably be thinking, "CAN'T YOU PEOPLE EVER BE HAPPY!?!?!?" ...
Andrew Scheidler
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Jul 14, 2005
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Oh, no. I completely understand. I am a musician first and foremost, and I'm definitely about "features, features, features !" The thing with the 808 kick, for...
Michael Ford
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