Optomix
The Optomix music synthesizer module is a two channel Low Pass Gate, providing simultaneous voltage control over amplitude and frequency content of a signal. It is in essence, a Voltage Controlled Filter Amplifier (VCFA) that has an extremely organic response to control signals. The Low Pass Gate is a classic West Coast synthesis circuit.
Revision 2 adds audio side-chain compression and expands CV generation and processing capabilities.
specifications
- Width: 8hp
- Max Depth
(incl. power cable): 34mm - Power:
25mA@ +12V
25mA @ -12V - manual:
- optomixrev2manual.pdf
- optomixmanual-japanese.pdf
- optomixrev1manual.pdf
- MSRP: $215
- Where to buy
features
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Damp circuit updated to accept audio as well as CV allows for patching side-chain compression.
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STRIKE INput allows use of Gate signal to trigger Low Pass Gate circuit, "plucking" or "striking" the vactrol
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DAMP and STRIKE parameters combine to allow for easy programming of percussive sounds (sharp Attack w/ Voltage Controlled Decay)
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Normalization of a positive offset to the Channel inputs allows for level-shifting of CV, Envelope Generator and even subtle non-symmetrical clipping of signals
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Summing stage with an AUXiliary IN allows for chaining of multiple units creating larger mixes
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Part of a decentralized mix console integrated throughout the system along with X-PAN, modDemix, Dynamix, and RxMx
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Direct coupled, process audio or control signals
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Utilizes 4 vactrols
- Pairs well with modDemix and MATHS