Karplus Strong Sounds with WMD Cosmic Debris
Karplus-Strong synthesis involves delaying a sound so quickly that it becomes a pitch, and Cosmic Debris masterfully achieves this effect.
It can produce basic plucked strings, metallic resonators, and cymbal-like textures using Blur, Ratio, and Warp.
Tune it with V/oct into the time input and shape the tone through the filter. Then run two independent pitch sequences into your oscillator and Cosmic Debris to achieve layered melodic results.
Tobinski Harmonic Timing Generator / Interpolating Scanner
Spotlight of the Week: The Tobinski Harmonic Timing Generator / Interpolating Scanner
These two modules are the perfect example of why modular synthesizers are the ideal platform for electronic music, offering highly flexible and in-depth sound generation. The modules can be used in various combinations, from multi-timbral oscillators to using the Interpolating Scanner as a Panner or the VCAs. You can also scan through the eight harmonic overtones from the Harmonic Timing Generator using the Interpolating Scanner.
The Harmonic Timing Generator can also act as a highly complex reference clock for the Tobinski Sequencer, enabling the creation of polymetric sequences.
Animal Factory Bonesaw State-Variable Filter
Spotlight of the Week: Bonesaw, a filter with separate LP/BP/HP outputs and a drive circuit. The filter has a saturated fat sound, especially in lowpass mode. - Hear yourself!