Some time ago, I rambled about potential setups which, why they did contain some modular content, had that as a minor component. Now, it’s time to look at results and experiences.
Read more "Tech Thoughts: Hybrid Modular Setups"September of 2017 saw me get my first two Eurorack modules. Since then, my system has grown – and I learned a few things along the way. Let’s go over the most important ones.
Read more "Synth Thoughts: Lessons from the Eurorack Universe"Being able to assemble everything to your liking is one of the key advantages of modular synths. If your newly assembled wavetable synth gets a ladder filter, a lowpass gate, a six-pole opto-FET design or something else is entirely up to you. With that comes the necessity to do just that. To assemble a simple […]
Read more "Review: MFB Nanozwerg Pro"This is a tricky one. Do I like it, or rather not? I’m not so sure. To find out why that is, you’ll have to read on.
Read more "Review: Makenoise René Mk.2"Superbooth 2019 is over, and with it came lots of new modules, from prototypes and POC devices to those available immediately. I always take a look at what Doepfer, the mother of all Eurorack, has to offer. So let’s have a look at the new additions that were shown there, most of which are available […]
Read more "Synth Thoughts: Dieter’s Diet (Doepfer 2019 Modules Overview)"The Spielsachen setup has grown and become more complex. Strangely, the last few setups I did with it became more simple, if anything.
Read more "Spielsachen: Is More Less?"Clickbait version: the most affordable patching solution will surprise you!
In a clickbait-free version: for multiples, the Hosa Hopscotch is the cheapest version. Sometimes by a margin. If you want details – then you’ve fallen for the bait.
Who would want that? Is that even possible? And before that, what am I trying to do exactly?
Read more "Synth Thoughts: Building Semi-Modulars from Modules"This post got motivated by a twitter discussion some time ago: MODULAR QUESTION: @moinlabs @smetoyermusic @DivKid What is the benefit in using a second VCA with, for example, a full synth voice, like a drum module? I see DivKid doing it and he claims to be “further sculpting” the sound by cv’ing it. Like he […]
Read more "Synth Thoughts: Multiple VCAs"One day before the deadline I did release it. It turned out quite nice. So feel free to grab it!
Read more "“Würm Bank” – it’s here! (album release)"