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AudioThing & Hainbach have introduced Arguments, a vintage-style test equipment plugin for tone generation and dual audio processing.

Arguments takes two signals and combines them, using math derived from analog nuclear research processors. Since each part of Arguments can run independently, it also works as a sonically rich test tone generator, as a complex distortion unit, or as a multimode filter.

“Its core idea comes from multiplication modules in the Nuclear Instrumentation format NIM BIN,” explains Hainbach. “I have used these for a long to time turn simple signals into heavy beats and basses. With Arguments, you can combine any two signals and lock them in a dance for headroom. Or you can use the integrated tone generator for lush 1960s sounding waveforms and pseudo-random noise. Or do both at same time. Arguments is meant to inspire you in your search for the sounds in between.”

The official Arguments intro video:

Arguments is available for Linux, macOS and Windows with an intro price of $39 (normally $69). It’s also available, as AUv3 and Standalone, in the App Store for iOS and iPadOS for $12.99.

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Tiptop Audio & Buchla USA have released the Frequency Shifter Model 285t, a Eurorack format reissue of the original 200 series module from 1971.

The Model 285t combines two functions in one module, frequency shifting and ring modulation. It’s the latest in Tiptop Audio’s Euro format reissues of classic Buchla 200 Series modules.

Here’s what they have to say about the 285t:

“The theory of shifting frequencies using analog multipliers was first invented in the early 1900s. However, in 1971, Don Buchla took this concept and explored how it could interact with the audio signals of his modular synthesizer.

By combining it with a balanced modulator into a single module, he likely created one of the world’s first analog audio effect processor modules.”

Tiptop Audio & Buchla Frequency Shifter Model 285t Video Demo, via Stazma:

The Buchla & Tiptop Audio Frequency Shifter Model 285t is available now to pre-order.

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Bastl- Czech instrument brand – has launched an update to its pocket-sized synth range Kastle. Rather than being an update to the original synth, Kastle 2 is a completely redesigned unit with a new emphasis on effects and which, according to Bastl, offers “enhanced connectivity and significantly improved audio quality with a new stereo architecture”.

Kastle 2 FX Wizard is a stereo digital multi-effect unit that is re-routable via an assortment of mini patch points across its front panel. The unit itself is extremely compact but packs in an impressive spread of features.

There are nine effect modes to choose from, loosely grouped into three colour-coded ‘families’. From the Delay FX family, Kastle 2 offers a classic stereo delay, a phaser and a freeze effect. The Amplitude FX family consists of panner, bitcrush and slicer effects, while the Pitch-Shifting FX family has pitcher, replayer and shifter modes.

In all cases, Kastle 2 puts an emphasis on modulation, with an array of feedback, stereo and filter parameters that can each be modulated from a patch point. Internal modulation can be sourced from the onboard LFO or a tempo synced pattern generator.

“Kastle 2 FX Wizard focuses on processing sounds,” says Bastl. “Texturising or completely transforming them in a fun and unique way through its mini patch bay. With stereo input and output, along with sync input and output, it integrates smoothly with other gear, becoming a powerful, semi-autonomous co-creator.”

The unit has stereo mini jacks for input and output along with analogue sync in and out. It can be powered via AA batteries – which Bastl claims should last 15-18 hours – or via its USB-C port, which is also used for firmware updates.

Kastl 2 FX Wizard now available to pre-order priced at €160 excluding tax, shipping start by the end of November. Find out more at the official Bastl Instruments site.

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