Archive for May, 2023

New Eurorack Brand, Vostok Instruments, debuts 4 Multi-Channel Analog Modules


Barcelona-based Vostok Instruments let us know that they have introduced a new line of Eurorack modules.

The brand has launched with four multi-channel analog modules. The modules have been created with live systems in mind, and are designed to add a big amount of functionality in a small space, while still keeping the user interface clean.

The Vostok Instruments Eurorack modules debuted in the latest Divkid video, embedded above.

The 4 new modules include:

  • Sena: This is a four-channel VCO with a dedicated waveform modifier per channel and an analog noise bank with different noise colors. 14HP width. Price: 280 euros. (Tax. Excluded)
  • Fuji: a six-channel analog AD envelope generator with Hold and LFO mode per channel in 10HP. Price: 160 euros. (Tax. Excluded)
  • Ceres: a six-channel linear VCA and mixer based on the 3360 IC in also 10HP. Price: 160 euros. (Tax. Excluded)
  • Asset: a six-channel bipolar attenuator and offset generator in 10HP. Price: 160 euros. (Tax. Excluded)

All the modules are immediately available at the official dealers. More detailed information is available at the Vostok website.

Superbooth 2023: Erica Synths Black DADSR EG & Black EG2


At Superbooth 2023, Erica Synths has introduced two new modules, Black DADSR EG & Black EG2.

The Black DADSR EG and the Black EG 2 are new analog envelope generators, each with distinct features that significantly expand modulation palette of the modular synth.

The Erica Synths Black DADSR (Delay-Attack-Decay-Sustain-Release) is a fully analog envelope generator that gives you extended control over events in your modular synth.

It’s a looping exponential envelope generator that has voltage control over each stage of the envelope. An independent Gate Delay section adds extra functionality to design advanced soundscapes, like delayed modulation effects, wave morphing, etc.

Features:

  • Re-triggerable exponential DADSR envelope generator
  • CV control over each stage
  • Gate delay with a manually controlled delay time
  • CV attenuators
  • Looping function
  • Manual gate button

Available now Price € 160.00.

The Erica Synths Envelope Generator 2 is a re-triggerable, looping envelope generator with some unconventional features that are very useful for experimental setups.

What sets the Black EG2 apart from other envelope generators is its optional GATE LENGTH setting, which allows for generating full ADSR envelopes even if a short trigger is used at the input. Likewise, in LOOP mode, the module outputs a full ADSR envelope instead of a classical AD envelope. The gate length is both manual and CV controlled, which allows for using this envelope generator in compact modular setups controlled by trigger sequencers only.

Features:

  • Full exponential ADSR envelope
  • Retriggering option
  • Internal gate generator with adjustable gate length
  • Manual and voltage-controlled gate length
  • Full ADSR looping mode

Available now price € 150.00 Find out more info on the Erica Synths website.

 

Moon Modular Intros New Moon Sequencer Series at Superbooth 2023


At Superbooth 2023, Gert Jalass of Moon Modular is introducing their new Moon Sequencer Series, a major update to their Moog format mega-sequencer.

The company is also celebrating 15 years of “The Lunar Experience”, since their founding in 2008.

The Moon Sequencer system has long been a core part of the company’s lineup. It builds on the legacy of the iconic Moog 960 Sequential Controller, offering similar large-format usability, but with dramatically enhanced capabilities.

Now they’ve introduced a major update to the heart of their sequencer line, the 569 Quad Sequential Voltage Store V2.0:

Jalass says that the main differences with the 569 Quad Sequential Voltage Store V2.0 are hidden “under the hood”. This will allow owners of an existing 569 to upgrade to v2 by exchanging its “brain”.

What’s new with the 569 Quad Sequential Voltage Store V2.0:

  • It can “speak” to the new 569 E Quad Voltage Store Expander.
  • It can be expanded by the 569 C Row Mode Controller. This module lets you assign up to three special functions to defined steps of a sequence:
    • Control voltage
    • Gate-on time
    • Clock division
    • Clock multiplication (aka “ratchet”)
    • The transpose input of the 569 can be switched on and off per row.
  • It can now be expanded by up to two 565 D quantizer
  • Bonus (w/o any of the new expanders connected) is a controllable gate length.





The following supporting modules can be connected in any combination:

  • 1 569C Quad Row Controller
  • 1 or more 569E Quad Voltage Store Expander
  • 1 or 2 565D Quantizer Controller

The company’s existing expander modules (569EG, 569EGB, 569ES, 569EGB and 569LE) are still supported.

The new modules are expected to be available in Q3 2023, with pricing TBA. Find out more info on the Moon Modular website.