Today we feature three samples packs we have been waiting quite a while to release. Each was produced using our DIY Modular Synth and focuses on a different module from a couple of very influential inventors.
It is also our chance to pay tribute to Ray Wilson of Music From Outer Space, who passed away in 2016. Ray inspired us to starting building the modular way back in 2006 and it features many of his designs. He is greatly missed.
Music From Outer Space Bass Pack
Our first pack contains recordings which feature the Music From Outer Space State Variable Filter. The focus is mainly on bass sounds. This filter circuit was created by the late and very great Ray Wilson. The filter provides three 12db/octave modes: Low Pass, High Pass and Band Pass. It is a solid all-around filter without too much bite. More details on the filter can be found here:Music From Outer Space
Each patch is included in a separate folder. Each patch is a different configuration of the modular system.
For all patches a MFOS 1V/Oct VCO feeds the filter, which then feeds a MFOS VCA. Various other modulation modules are used depending on the patch.
You can download the pack here.
Steiner Synthacon Bass Pack
This second pack contains recordings which feature the Cat Girl Synth Steiner-Parker Tribute Filter. This filter circuit is based on the design found in the Steiner-Parker Synthacon Synthesizer. It is different than traditional filter in that it has inputs for each type of response: Low Pass, High Pass and Band Pass. All three can be used simultaneously, with a mixed output appearing at the output jack. Modulating the cutoff scans between the inputs. The filter also has a very aggressive and unique resonance. This has been further enhanced on our module by including a switch which kicks the output into overdrive using a high gain circuit. The module itself was designed by Ken Stone. More details on the filter can be found here:CGS35 - Steiner Filter
You can download the pack here.
Triple Wave Multiplier Bass Pack
The third and final pack contains recordings which feature the Cat Girl Synth Wave Multiplier module. This module operates on smooth waveforms to add progressively more harmonics by folding the wave over on itself. There are three methods for doing this: the Serge based folder, a Lockhart wavefolder (with AC and DC modes) and the Grinder. All have their own unique sound, with Serge being the smoothest and the Grinder being the most aggressive. The module itself was designed by Ken Stone. More details on the module can be found here:CGS29 - Wave Multiplier
You can download the pack here.