Touch Activated Voltage Source (2024 Music Easel edition)
The 218eV3+ is exclusive to the Music Easel Modern & Retro and adds a velocity output banana and a CV input on the Arp clock.
The 218eV3 is a more advanced version of the 218e. This is indicated by a “v3” in the upper right corner of the 218e, but also by the presence of a new strip and other features.
With the new version 3 – the 218e has been updated with a new foundation of stable, modern electronics and plenty of inputs and outputs.
What’s new in “V3”?
1. There is an additional location sensitive ribbon-like “strip” for quick 0-10 volt output. This
includes a pulse output and way to switch between modulation and pitchbend modes.
2. Arpeggiation can be triggered by a pulse input. (This can be changed back to have the
rate to be controlled CV using a jumper. See appendix for details.)
3. Preset pads have a pulse output
4. A new mode for preset pot 4 allows for a larger transpose range for both CV and the
internal bus.
5. A reset button allows the 218e to reboot and recalibrate the keys without need to reboot
power.
6. USB-MIDI input and output
7. The red keys (a piano’s black keys) have been integrated into the main playing surface.
8. There is additional MIDI functionality including channel assignment to 1-16, controller
output assignments, velocity, and more complete MIDI to CV conversion.
9. “Main” is now called “pitch” to refer more directly to the typical 208 connection and its
expected use for pitch control.
10. MIDI output can be polyphonic and includes a calculated velocity
Capacitive Magic
The incredible sensitivity and accuracy of the redesigned touch bed means the lightest touch will produce triggers and control voltage for your setup. The adjustable sensor has the dynamic range and durability to handle your playing. The new texture not only improves the sensing, but provides a satisfying tactile experience. As always, pressure is an expressive output, adding an extra dimension to the control. The new touchstrip adds a fantastic addition to patch into your system
Arpeggiate
A pulse input allows the arpeggiator to be driven by external inputs and are allowed to interact with the automated notes to make the pattern more complex. Additional controls allow you to blend different patterns and randomness to easily change from the expected to the surprising
Control
The classic preset voltage knobs offer several possible ways to shift your sounds into new territory. Not only can the knobs be used for quick access to voltages for your patch, they can control arpeggiation modes and octave shifting. Pads output pulses for additional control
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