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Not selling mine. Hated it at first, but after a while it grew on me and it became my favourite.

I haven't heard MN is stirring things up on the granular field.
Probably a lot of people get dissapointed at first and give up.

At reasonable prices!
Did I miss any new announcement from Make Noise?
Thanks

Hey,

I found these helpful to me:

(1st 3 minutes shows it)..

And also this:
https://ornament-and-cri.me/firmware/

While it seems obvious I found after multiple attempts I was using the wring size USB!.. So i'd doule check this..

Hey folks, I'm currently running hemispheres in my o_C and I'm looking to install the benispheres firmware.

I've followed the instructions here: https://github.com/benirose/O_C-BenisphereSuite/releases

I've downloaded the Teensy loader, got the benispheres hex file I need, but I'm stuck at one part with getting the Teensy loader to work.

On this page: https://www.pjrc.com/teensy/loader_mac.html it says "The Teensy Loader should appear as a small window. If the Teensy board is running the LED blink, or not connected, you should see this window."

This is where I'm stuck. The next part mentions "If HalfKay is running...." and I'm completely lost. I have no idea what HalfKay is and it seems without this, I can't get the Teensy loader into auto mode so I can load the hex file.

Anyone have any idea how to do this? Many thanks in advance!!

Thank you for your comments!
Another module I am considerind is also the Colossus Audio RASP
https://colossusaudio.com/

If you have the space, the Frequency Central Infinitely Maybe looks interesting. Gives you the option to S&H from something else than noise and you can use the noise for something else as S&H as well.

As for other modulation sources - why the (apologies) crazy 4hp limitation? My favorite is Joranalogue Orbit. It’s 10hp, granted, but it gives a very organic non-repetitive modulation source that I use in every track. I can’t remember a single day where I haven’t used it. I got it back when my Intellijel 104hp 7U was half full but it was one of the core modules that moved over to my smaller 84hp 6U rack that I have used on its own for a while. I couldn’t miss it. I’m sure others here have other larger than 4hp modules they have similar experiences with.

This is an alternate design for a Tiptop Audio Happy Ending rack kit that will sit atop a Behringer 2600 in a 19" rack frame (See my Happy Ending Rack Master). The idea here is to work with more modulation sources and build around having two Korg SQ-1 Sequencers on the desktop. I've included a switch in the plan to work with those two.

A video of my tiny playground here:

Cheers,

Monodux

EDITED Feb 1st 2023, 16:50

Hello,
to complete my skiff a good addition would be a Random and S&H module.

I am considering these 2 options:
Doepfer A-118-2
Erica Synth Pico RND

What would you suggest (other options max 4HPs are welcome too), and what are your experiences with these modules?

Other modulation sources I have in the skiff are:
Doepfer A-145-4 Quad LFO
Centrevillage Saw (MS20 style Saw+Square LFO/VCO)
DivKid ochd
Schlappi Engineering Boundary

thanks!

This is my skiff at the moment (Make noise 104hp skiff, which actually has place up to 106HP (!), second row are 5 modules I have aside, and switch times to times to have some variety):

EDITED Jan 31st 2023, 11:03

I would add some granular synthesis. Morphagene, Nebulae, Arbhar, etc. Very good for all styles, especially ambient of course. But it’s a question of sensitivity. Excellent selection of modules otherwise...

Avendo un case da 84 hp della cre8audio...mi avanza 1hp alla fine del case , per intenderci verso il fianchetto in legno..ma noto che poggiandoci una piastra cieca da 2hp..Cade a pennello.
La mia domanda è: ho un modulo che mi è avanzato un multiple doepfer passive da 2 hp...spostando l'ordine degli altri moduli dal sistema si riesce ad inserirlo? Oppure meglio rispettare il numero degli hp del case??
Grazie a tutti.

Thank you! I got rid of the Veils and bought the Lapsus OS. The PicoDrums is replaced by a Filter. I think it suits me now :-)

Hello chaps

Just a quick question about the ES-8: What's the round-trip USB audio latency like?

https://blackwarriorlures.bandcamp.com/album/a-prayer-for-selma

I am a programmer...
-- ferranadsr

me too...

I took a look at the code as well... it looks like a bit of effort to get into, but only because there's quite a lot of code... it doesn't look that difficult (clean code with meaningful names and nicely laid out) once you do and know the basics of programming/C++... in other words probably not much more effort than it would take either of us - or any other programmer, for that matter

all programmers weren't programmers before they became programmers - you have to start somewhere!

I suspect everyone using this forum has the basic skills needed - reading, googling, high school level maths and typing

It might be worth looking into a fixed filter bank with CV control like the Addac601

I had a play around with the rack, not sure if this works but its where I'd probably start if I was handed a box of modules and I hadn't patched with the system yet:

I'm a developer, and even if you have the knowledge, it is not an easy task to modify the code written by another, especially if that other person is the creator of the Hardware. Anyway, if it's a small change, don't be discouraged and get your hands on it.
It is difficult or even impossible to break the hardware through code. It is more dangerous to manipulate the hardware.

EDITED Jan 30th 2023, 13:27

I wish I had the time to learn to code, but simple as it may be, I don’t..

I'm not a programmer.
-- mntbighker
you could learn, it's not rocket science - and the code's already written

I'm not a programmer.

The question remains if anyone ever will.

-- mntbighker

I volunteer you... you seem concerned about it... so maybe you should do it

It appears the developer has lost interest and the firmware may never see another update or feature enhancement? Since it's open source he has no profit motive to maintain it.
-- mntbighker

if it's open source then anyone should be able to fork the firmware and maintain it/add features...

-- JimHowell1970

The question remains if anyone ever will.

this rack

dont know if its only the jpg

Hello everyone,

I’m using my DT as master clock and sending 24 ppqn clock to Pam’s Pro Workout via the hexinverter Mutant Brain. Everything has latest firmware installed. I’m trying to get PPW to receive transport control at the ‘run’ input using a Transport Start/Stop gate on the MB. So far so logical… The problem I’m having is the gate goes high and PPW starts in sync with the DT just fine, but the gate then latches and doesn’t go low when I hit stop. I have to press the panic button to get it to reset. Anyone got any suggestions??

could use some help organising my rack,could someone take a try in placing my modules in a good flow?
-- Broken-Form

which one? you've got 4 public racks...

maybe start a new thread with a link (copy & paste url)!

could use some help organising my rack,could someone take a try in placing my modules in a good flow?

and now it works,now i just need to learn how the BSP Works:)

It appears the developer has lost interest and the firmware may never see another update or feature enhancement? Since it's open source he has no profit motive to maintain it.
-- mntbighker

if it's open source then anyone should be able to fork the firmware and maintain it/add features...

It appears the developer has lost interest and the firmware may never see another update or feature enhancement? Since it's open source he has no profit motive to maintain it.

found it,i missed first that you could scroll down:)

just tried messing with it,but cant seem to find where in the BSP software(midi control center)you set up the ppqn?

it's under device settings/sync: clock in/out settings - you can choose 1 step. 24ppq, 48ppq or 2ppq (korg) - you need to connect your BSP to your computer to access the device settings!

-- JimHowell1970

found it,i missed first that you could scroll down:)

just tried messing with it,but cant seem to find where in the BSP software(midi control center)you set up the ppqn?

it's under device settings/sync: clock in/out settings - you can choose 1 step. 24ppq, 48ppq or 2ppq (korg) - you need to connect your BSP to your computer to access the device settings!

Yes, like for a lot of their modules, it's a keeper!
Eng. below
Salut les loulous, Pizza de Bastl Instruments est l'un de mes générateurs de son préférés qui peut jouer dans beaucoup de style. Avant de publier le manuel en vidéo, voici quelques exemples de choses que nous pouvons faire avec l'oscillateur de Bastl Instruments. chapitres dans la description de la vidéo
Hey gals 'n guys,
Pizza of Bastl Instruments is one of my favorite sound generator which can play in a lot of style. Before to publish the video manual, here is a few example of things we can do with the oscillator from Bastl Instruments. Timetable inthe video description

thanks jim

i will probaly post more questions here soon:)
-- Broken-Form

NP
-- JimHowell1970

Hi again jim

just tried messing with it,but cant seem to find where in the BSP software(midi control center)you set up the ppqn?

Hi!
you can find info about jumpers position here:
https://doepfer.de/a100_man/A160_2_jumper.pdf
However the Doepfer site say this: so far the custom mode is not yet implemented and for future firmware versions a custom mode is planned that can be selected by means of two unused jumpers (probably inverted gate output mode or inverted trigger output mode)

-- Amenbreak

Thanks for the link, that's exactly why I have opened this thread.

I have tested the custom mode of my brand new clock divider using LED pin jacks and it looks to me they all light up and down as inverted triggers indeed, so I was wondering if someone else knew how to move the jumpers around to get something more useful out of that setting...

EDITED Jan 28th 2023, 14:18

Hi!
you can find info about jumpers position here:
https://doepfer.de/a100_man/A160_2_jumper.pdf
However the Doepfer site say this: so far the custom mode is not yet implemented and for future firmware versions a custom mode is planned that can be selected by means of two unused jumpers (probably inverted gate output mode or inverted trigger output mode)

When sampling an instrument for tonal music, use the 'cycle of fifths': F, C, G, D, A, E, B, etc. But, as explained above, this assumes the ability to multi-sample...
See this rather complete article on piano sampling: https://audient.com/tutorial/pianosample/

For the rest (e.g. atonal percussion, concrete or experimental music), there is no rule.
But, in a modular, filters, wavefolders, envelopes and vcas, will be very useful :))

Midi to Cv?
-- norde

I'm trying to keep it in the box if possible!

Midi to Cv?

Pico Seq is a fun little pitch sequencer
https://www.modulargrid.net/e/erica-synths-pico-seq

Mimetic Digitalis would pair great with Plaits
https://www.modulargrid.net/e/noise-engineering-mimetic-digitalis-black

FX Aid is awesome for such a small case. Check if it will fit the depth of your case

thanks jim

i will probaly post more questions here soon:)
-- Broken-Form

NP

Hi all!

I have just realised my clock divider custom setting generates inverted triggers. Is there a way to move around the jumpers and get inverted gates out of the CST setting without affecting the other two settings instead?

Thank you in advance for any advice

@traxam
Yeah, don't get me wrong the LL8v1 is a great and very affordable trigger sequencer, its very playable, easy to edit. I was looking hard at other modules before I decided to get a Beatstep Pro, the new version of the LL8 looks great.

Cheers for having a listen ;-)

thanks jim

i will probaly post more questions here soon:)

awesome thanks.
whats the best way to sync my pams new workout with beatstep pro?(i dont have any expander for pams new workout)
-- Broken-Form

you don't need an expander for Pams

depends:

BSP as master - use one of the drum triggers and patch that into the clock in of Pams - but Pams works best with higher ppqn (pulses per quarter note) which may be inappropriate on the BSP so the other way round is probably better

Pams as master - use one of the channels of Pams to send clock to BSP -> clock in - decide on a ppqn - and set that up using the BSP control software and set the clock multiplier on Pams to match it - 16 or 24 ppqn is probably best - although lower may work perfectly - you may want to experiment a bit

awesome thanks.
whats the best way to sync my pams new workout with beatstep pro?(i dont have any expander for pams new workout)

@Stratx

For drums and percussions, the possibilities are endless because they depend closely on the musical genres. As the principle of these instruments is basically quite 'physical', it can indeed be a good idea to go for external controllers (as the Beatstep Pro), and even to complete with traditional drum machines. I personnaly use both.

Of course I have reserved some elements inside the modular itself, in relation with the its specific qualities and in order to create more complex drum parts...

So, on the trigger side, I currently use: Marbles, SIG, Varigate (which can be based on chance, a number of steps you determine, and all on several different channels), LB5 (logic module), A-151 (sequential switch), A-160-2; plus Nin (Zadar expander with manual trigs), Ears; and DFAM which has an extreme playability.

But there are also many others possibilities that are popular around pure euclidean sequencers.
As always, a question of taste, priorities and investment :)

Cool ,thanks wishbone....
I need to think a bit more, but I may just add VCA into my plan....

Was looking at a couple of your Jamuary videos (looks good btw) and it seems you have what I plan with the dedicated 3U drum rack... also I see you interacting with the Robaux in a way that I think I'm looking for...and in the patch 1 video the kick sound pretty thumping to me so maybe I just need to cover myself by including VCA...

@Stratx...Apologies for highjacking your thread!

Yo, send me a PM

I'm still a bit new to this...are the Beatstep triggers, longer, higher V or something that makes the difference?
Is it mostly noticeable for the Kick.... Last thing I want is to end up with a whimpy kick!
-- Traxam

I'm no expert, but Yes, something like that.

Yep just the kick for my gear, I've not noticed it on the ADDAC103 or Patching Panda Hatz.

I've literally just bought a Beatstep Pro for this after realising i want more control than the Robaux LL8, just gotta learn the Beatstep Pro now! Its way, way cheaper to buy an external sequencer and the triggers give a good Thwack on drum modules, the LL8 does not and your kicks may sound a bit whimpy unless you boost the triggers through a VCA.

Ah ok, thanks for that... I have a Beatstep Pro that I currently use for drums and it is great but was going to switch to have something in the rack & close to the drum modules and I was thinking the grid format easier to programme on the fly...but... if that's the case I may re-consider...

I'm still a bit new to this...are the Beatstep triggers, longer, higher V or something that makes the difference?
Is it mostly noticeable for the Kick.... Last thing I want is to end up with a whimpy kick!