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General| Type | Semi-modular drum machine |
|---|---|
| Voices | 4 |
| Synthesis Type | Analog |
| Effects | Delay, Distortion |
| Connectivity | MIDI, CV/Gate, Audio In/Out |
| Power | 12V DC |
Explains guide navigation, design, and conventions.
Details physical components, power supply, and connections.
Lists and briefly describes the 22 numbered functions/modules.
Defines key terminology used throughout the guidebook.
Illustrates the core synthesis workflow: Make Sound, Shape Sound, Move Sound, FX.
Introduces the four primary audio generation modules (BD, BASS, SD, HHT).
Explains various methods to trigger sound modules: manual, clock, MIDI.
Describes shared functions across modules: VCA, envelope, controls.
Details functions, parameters, and synthesis of BD, BASS, SD, and HHT modules.
Explains filter types (LPF, BPF, HPF) and the dedicated noise generator.
Covers using audio as modulation and control signals as sound.
Details the master clock's role in timing, tempo, and synchronization.
Explains choosing internal, external, or MIDI clock sources.
Describes clock pulses, divisions, tempo, and metronome patching.
Introduces looper recording, overdubbing, and bank selection.
Details REC CONT module, velocity playback, and quantization.
Covers looper banks, selection, copying, and recording workflow.
Explains looper reset, clock sync, and partition management.
Explains the alligator clip patching system and patch pins.
Details patch pin labels, signal flow, and control types (CV, Trigger).
Describes patch bays for Eurorack and 1/4 jack connections.
Covers Attenuators, Mix In, VCA, Switches, and Inverters.
Explains circuit bending components and voltage patch points.
Details using dynamic touch sensors for modulation voltage.
Introduces SHAOS as a modulation source for pseudo-random sequencing.
Explains the LFO's use as modulation and sound source with wave shapes.
Details main output volume, LEDs, and MIDI input status.
Explains the master distortion effect, drive, and mix controls.
Introduces FX section, delay/reverb modes, and controls.
Details the delay effect, its modes, and working principles.
Details the reverb effect, its modes, and working principles.
Provides notes on pitch shifters, clock modulation, and stereo output.
Explains achieving stereo output via DBL mode and MAD! pin.
Clarifies MIDI terminology and details device connections.
Explains assigning external controls to Pulsar-23 functions.
Details MIDI control for drum and BASS modules.
Explains converting MIDI to CV signals via the patch bay.
Covers interfacing with Eurorack systems and voltage range conversion.
Explains clock sync with external devices and iPad integration.
Demonstrates FM synthesis and using modules as sound sources.
Covers sidechaining, pitch drops, and basic patch examples.
Shows creating water drips, FX chaos, bright pings, and noise strings.
Details alternating hats, generative soundscapes, and subtle bass patches.
Provides blank templates for personal patch notes and designs.
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