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New AE Modular Modules: SLEW/EDGE & MM-DIVIDER

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AE Modular Oct 2019 News

SLEW/EDGE & MM-DIVIDER Released and NYLE Filter Updated

Two new crucial modules have been just released for your AE Modular System. Just in time before the next wave of new modules will become available in November.

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SLEW/EDGE

SLEW/EDGE is a combination of slew limiter and detection of rising/falling edges of CV’s. 

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The SLEW/EDGE module has two purposes:

First, it is a slew limiter, changes in the incoming CV are softened with a variable slew time. If the CV is used e.g. for controlling an oscillator, you get a portamento. With two switches it can be controlled if only rising or falling CVs or CV change in both directions are processed with the slew time. Additionally, the choice if rising and/or falling CVs are “slewed” can be controlled with external gate signals.

The second purpose of the module is an edge detector that indicates if the incoming CV is rising or falling; this information is available as different outputs (one that is high on rising and low on falling input, and short pulses on rise/fall/ any change.

MM-DIVIDER

MM-DIVIDER is a multi-mode clock divider with various different algorithms: Binary, Decimal, Prime numbers, Fibonacci with output shifting and rotation option.

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It can be used either for dividing clock signals (e.g. from an LFO, BEATDIVIDER) for rhythmical purposes but also for audio signals – in this case, you get subharmonics / lower octaves square waves at the outputs, which can be mixed or used separately.

The module has eight outputs which – depending on the selected division mode – provide different division factors of the input signal:

  • Beat: musical/rhythmical clocks are generated as 1/1, 1/2, 1/4… 1/16 and triplets
  • Binary: the outputs work as binary counter (same as the predecessor module DIVIDER)
  • Decimal: The outputs have decimal divisions of the input, meaning half, third, quarter, fifth… of the input clock
  • Prime: The outputs use the prime numbers as division factors
  • Fibonacci: The outputs use the numbers of the fibonacci row as division factors

The reset input resets all output signals; in case of audio signals, this can get quite unique, ring modulator-like sounds.

The Shift knob shifts/rotates the outputs; usually, the fastest output is on output 1, but with shift the entire output pattern is shifted so the fastest output can be set to any position 1…8.

NYLE FILTER (Steiner type)

The NYLE Filter has received an update – the resonance behavior can now be changed with a new switch between “wild” and “tamed”.  

NYLE FILTER Steiner type
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The NYLE FILTER is an adaption of the Steiner Filter for the AE modular palette. It contains the classic filter curves lowpass/highpass/bandpass with adjustable filter frequency and resonance. The unique feature of this filter type is, that there are separate inputs for lowpass /highpass/bandpass (not separate outputs as with other filters). This allows quite unusual sounds if different signals are fed into different inputs. Each input has its own attenuator; for frequency CV control there are two inputs with individual attenuators. Additionally, the resonance can also be CV controlled!

The sound goes from quite a soft filtering with low resonance setting to a quite intense resonance peak to full self-resonance.

Modules Outlook

New SOLINA, ALGODRONE and updated MASTER & LFO Modules are scheduled for November 2019.

  • SOLINA – The hardware for this module has long been ready, but I needed the time to get the software done and I’m confident that I can finally release this module next month.
  • ALGODRONE – Same as with the Solina module … the hardware has been stable for months, but finding the quiet time to write the software has eluded me for a long time. Now that I have help with the day to day production of orders, I can focus more on this.
  • The MASTER module will receive another update, the main feature will be a method to change the MIDI channel to either Omni, 1, 14, 15 or 16 (this is so it can be used alongside the Korg Volca Sample which is hardcoded to MIDI channels 1-10).
  • The LFO module will be upgraded to a new dual LFO module, the 2LFO. All starter racks will then receive this new module instead of the single LFO.

Availability

SLEW/EDGE, MM-DIVIDER and released NYLE Filter are all available now.

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Available now – Cable Management Kit for AE MODULAR

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Available now CABLE MANAGEMENT KIT for AE MODULAR

AE Modular Bread Board Cable Holders by Flavorwave 

As reported earlier AE Modular Bread Board Cable Holders by Flavorwave was planned to be ready for order and shipment in May 2021.  The cable management kit it is designed for one row of an AE rack. With the Wings used in the studio, and the tabs for travel. The main reason for the difference is that the wings stick off the rack about two inches and could break during travel, but the tabs would not.

The cable hanger “wings” attach in various ways to your AE Modular rack case via the M5 and M3 screw holes. ( see diagram) The slanted grooves keep your bread board cables in reach, but organized and out of your way. The larger groove can accommodate 3.5mm audio or patch cables or your midi cables. 

The “Patch Tabs” and Velcro strap help keep your patches safe when traveling, from accidental unplugs, or curious studio cats. The velcro strap runs the length of the case over the connections, providing enough protection without providing pressure that could damage the connections or cables.

Kit Includes

  • One Cable Wing (left or right facing)
  • One Patch Tab
  • One Velcro Strap
  • Necessary screws to attach them
  • Flavorwave Sticker

These kits are made by myself at a community workshop. Not a giant factory, please be patient if something is sold out. They are laser-cut acrylic.

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Pricing and Availability

CABLE MANAGEMENT KIT for AE MODULAR is available now.

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AE Modular Bread Board Cable Holders by Flavorwave in May 2021

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Coming this May…

This cable management is for my loose AE Modular cables that are sitting beside your racks in a box. Check it out on Flavorwave’s Online Shop.  Flavorwave’s first product is a cable management kit for the Tangible Waves AE Modular Synth format. It includes a breadboard cable hanger, and “Patch Tabs” that help hold cable patches in place.

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Essentially it is designed for one row of an AE rack. With the Wings used in studio, and the tabs for travel. The main reason for the difference is that the wings stick off the rack about two inches and could break during travel, but the tabs would not.

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AE Modular 2TONE New Module

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AE Modular New 2Tone Module

2TONE Module (AE Modular)

2TONE is a dual bass-treble tone control, that is a quite useful companion for the MIXCONSOLE, to shape the overall spectrum of individual signal paths.

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