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below is a dfam (w/ mafd) and un-pictured is a drumbrute impact, Jomox airbase 99, keystep pro 37, moog grandmother, keylab 88mkii, motu MTP(AV), and a computer with Ableton Live (Studio/Max). i have some other hardware too, but trying to keep the scope of this post on mostly eurorack.
Eurorack is the newest to the party (started last April) and would love any feedback on existing modules (choices/placement) and modules I'm 'missing' or you'd recommend would be a good fit. right now the 6U is my main focus with the 3U being overflow/new module test bed.
edit: a few modules im interested in are disting mk4, cizzle, and the 3-in-1 new noise engineering (mostly want to try out BIA)
Which role should it take in the whole gear-setup?
-- VONDENFUNKEN
Yeah, good question...
I would have answered this question much differently a year ago and might have a new perspective next year.
TLDR; I want to be able to sound design and have some paraphonic (mostly analog) voices through Eurorack. Im not overly caring about sequencers/drum modules in eurorack due to existing pieces I have, but would still get anything that demanded itself. I want the ability to continue to learn 'synthesis', hands-on -- I have the entire Arturia VCollection (love it, but want the workflow/experience of hardware). I want (the option) to re-perform my compositions' individual tracks in Ableton through my rig and spice them up with different sound(s), texture(s), modulation(s) and or effect(s).
Edit: reperforming tracks (midi or audio) -- I am also very curious about bi-directional CV communication between my PC and synths, but haven't gone down that rabbit-hole yet, but an ES-8/9 has my attention.
It looks like u've got most/all basic bases covered.
My question would be what kind of synthesis engines would u like to have/explore?
Personally i would look into some more esoteric sound sources.
Something like granular and or wavetables for instance.
IMHO there's only so much u can do with stacking regular oscilators.
Just my 2 cnts
It looks like u've got most/all basic bases covered.
My question would be what kind of synthesis engines would u like to have/explore?
Personally i would look into some more esoteric sound sources.
Something like granular and or wavetables for instance.
IMHO there's only so much u can do with stacking regular oscilators.
Just my 2 cnts
-- Chrissozz
Yeah for sure. I had the Erica Black WaveTable VCO until a little bit ago. I probably didn't give it a fair go, but I wasn't really feeling it. I do have the monsoon (diy clouds) for a hint of the (esoteric) granular sound and kind of was thinking to rely on effects primarily for that element. I do think an Arbhar would be neat.
All that said, I'll probably (re)watch some wavetable tutorials and dive down the granular module YT reviews rabbithole this weekend.
any personal recommendations for wavetable or granular modules?
For wavetables - take a look at neuzeit warp. or the flame 4vox.
I'd get a joystick with that 4 vox for some wavestation vibes
Apparently the assimil8or can do some impressive wavetables as well
For granular i want to get an arbhar as well. I've been looking at qu-bit's mojave as well.
So many options in euro that it gets kinda overwhelming.
For wavetables I like the "4ms Spherical Wavetable Navigator". Adding a Joystick to this would be great.
it has 6 voices with chords implemented.
Do you have all the modules in the rack?
Which music genre do you focus?
With the other gear you seem to be very good set. Because of that:
If you not mainly in modular, maybe think about to only add some eurorack modules as utilities to compliment your grandmother and dfam. Just said, to save money.
Otherwize:
do you need 2 maths?
maybe less erica synths?
what about noise sources, distortion / saturation?
maybe some schlappi engineering stuff like interstellar radio, 100 grid or a Benjolin?
I like the Benjolin V2 for sound design. It has also a nice filter
a nebulae or morphagene for resampling, glitches and tape effects?
qu-bit Aurora combined with noise sources?
Befaco Noise Plethora = great noise source with analog filters.
For wavetables I like the "4ms Spherical Wavetable Navigator". Adding a Joystick to this would be great.
it has 6 voices with chords implemented.
Do you have all the modules in the rack?
Which music genre do you focus?
own all these, and a few more
Genre is a tough one. I'm going to say whatever genre moderat is (IDM?). sometimes hip hop too.
With the other gear you seem to be very good set. Because of that:
If you not mainly in modular, maybe think about to only add some eurorack modules as utilities to compliment your grandmother and dfam. Just said, to save money.
i am not set on only modular, but am fascinated by the flexibility of it. I have some guitar pedals to throw in the mix, and over 600 VST/VSTi's. Which utilities to conplement the moogs?
do you need 2 maths?
No 😂 liked the black plate, then a few days later saw a silver-plated one for less than $170.
maybe less erica synths?
Yeah, I'm guilty of getting these early on liking the aesthetic. They're mostly fine, but am not a big fan, tbh
what about noise sources, distortion / saturation?
Would love a good analog saturation. Noise has been on my mind, almost pulled the plug on an SSF rainbow multiple times, but wanted to research more first
maybe some schlappi engineering stuff like interstellar radio, 100 grid or a Benjolin?
I like the Benjolin V2 for sound design. It has also a nice filter
a nebulae or morphagene for resampling, glitches and tape effects?
qu-bit Aurora combined with noise sources?
Befaco Noise Plethora = great noise source with analog filters.
-- VONDENFUNKEN
Thanks for all the recommendations, will be looking into these. There's something about Qu-bit modules that's caused me to avoid in the past (having the chord v2). Words are escaping me to describe it.
What was ur reasoning behind the CIVILISATION + erica synths black cv tool?
Do you need that many note quantizers?
A bit weird choice if u ask me.
Nice pic btw. Happy noodling.
What was ur reasoning behind the CIVILISATION + erica synths black cv tool?
Do you need that many note quantizers?
A bit weird choice if u ask me.
Nice pic btw. Happy noodling.
-- Chrissozz
A bit of an impulsive weekend... Moving to a Mantis case because getting a solid instrument in a single 88hp row (especially w/ 5HP for PSU) is a pain the arse :D.
That said, several new modules have arrived and/or are on their way. The main ones are the Harmonaig, Saich, and Lubadh.. all by Instruo. Something about the black and gold, and who doesn't love a 2 hour tutorial video on new modules from the creator himself.. Playing around with the setup on here spurred the switch to the Mantis... I've sketched out accordingly
I'll have 3 'cases' now:
1. Main (mantis) (pic above)
Auxillary (& Alternate sources) - either 3U/6U rackbrute -- sell other. This case will either be physicall above or next to case one.
Utility/IO (4ms 40hp). -- not in love with this extensions case, but trying to keep a stable location spot (I/O) from/to other gear. 4 cables will be run permanently and can quickly be used for in, out, scope (when curious/troubleshooting).
Part of this post is 'rubber-ducking' (talking out loud). but I'm asking again for anyone's opinions/thoughts on improvements on modules and placement? Especially anyone who has experience with 'Matrix' routing... I've used a Matrix before, but it was Live sound (sound reinforcement) scenario. Looking forward to exploring this, but still very green.
One thought I have is kicking Rings out to the 3U (or keep 6U and rack up DFAM) in exchange for Batumi (&poti) -- but the reason is it the way it is now, is it'd be great to have a "useable" second case at some point... (sigh I could move it then I guess...) without too much moving around (2 maths :)). Ochd, though great, can't be my only LFO, but stil finding out if I like Tides enough... or if "only Pam's" works without stepping on other uses.
RNDStep... I love the idea of it switching out the inversions/voicings -- TBD on if it stays in that spot.
Racks 2 and 3....
Modules I want to add soon (Much thanks to previous advice)
Befaco Noise Plethora, (definitely will :D)
100Grit (wish I could try it first!)
