Lifeforms Cascading Delay Network

Quad Delay Matrix

A study in complexity through simplicity. The Cascading Delay Network combines four 600ms voltage controllable delays (PT2399) with a labyrinth of internal analog signal routing to create a tangle of unique time based effects. Five distinct Cascade Modes internally reconfigure the delay lines and feedback paths with the press of a button.

Cascade Mode 1: Combines all 4 delay lines into a single delay and a unified feedback path with audio inserts and tap outs on all channels. A variation of this mode enables all 7 possible feedback paths creating a dense fog of repeats. Perfect for creating echo soundscapes, reverbs, drones, and self-oscillating feedback chaos.

Cascade Mode 2: Combines the first 3 delay lines into a single delay and a unified feedback path with audio inserts and tap outs on all 3 channels. A variation of this mode enables all 4 possible feedback paths. Channel 4 functions as a standalone delay line with independent feedback control.

Cascade Mode 3: Combines the first 2 delay lines into a single delay and a unified feedback path with audio inserts and tap outs on both channels. Channel 3 and Channel 4 are also combined into a single delay and a unified feedback path with audio inserts and tap outs on both channels. A variation of this mode enables all 3 possible feedback paths on one or both of the combined delay lines.

Cascade Mode 4: Combines the first 2 delay lines into a single delay and a unified feedback path with audio inserts and tap outs on both channels. A variation of this mode enables all 3 possible feedback paths. Channel 3 and channel 4 function as standalone delay lines with independent feedback controls.

Cascade Mode 5: All 4 channels function as standalone delay lines with independent feedback controls.

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