I have a great idea for a creative and complex sequencer in which the
principle is you dial in a few random numbers and out comes a complex
rhythm that is musically pleasing. No need for a huge 16 or 32 step
sequencer, no need to spend so much time deciding every step of the
pattern. Here's a conceptual audio demo:
http://www.elanhickler.com/misc/argitoth_clock_idea.mp3 You will hear
the beat created by the clocks and then you will hear the beat in a
musical context

here's what the module could look like:
http://www.elanhickler.com/misc/clock_module2.png

How it works: A clock source goes to Clock In, there's five separate
clock dividers, four that go from integers of 1 to 32 and one clock
that can divide anywhere from 1 to 1024. This clock is set by an LCD
screen. This clock resets the four other clocks so that the clocks
repeat however many measures of your choosing. The mp3 just show a
taste of the kinds of rhythms you can create. Not only that, this
module one clock out for each of the four clocks. Combine this with a
polarizing mixer and a semi-tone quantizer, you can create all sorts
of melodies. You can also create rhythms that are in 4/4 3/4 7/8 or
any other time signature. This module will beat the Plan B clock IMO.

Pulse delay is to create some addition offbeat-ness and pulse width is
very helpful to have to further shape the rhythm and especially when
using the clock for melodies.

On Tue, Oct 28, 2008 at 7:33 AM, Guy Drieghe D. < guy@... > wrote:
> Like I already said/asked in the AH list, some time ago:
>
> 1. - a multifunction digital CV-generator, with a usb interface to a
> computer, and proper "visual editing" software (all platforms).
>
> The hardware looks just like any other Doepfer module, only with
> generic controls (knobs) and in/outs.
> The user defines the functionality of those controls and ports with a
> dedicated app on the host computer.
> Different functions [and settings] can be recalled and "uploaded" to
> the module. A bit like presets on a VSTi.
>
> No audio signals - want to keep the modular audio path in the analog
> domain.
> Only control voltages, with typical applications like controlled-
> random generators, step-generators, complex LFO's and arbirtrary step-
> point EG's. (actually it's all just a dedicated complex LFO, with an
> almost unlimited number of "steps").
>
> Inputs should be able to be configured as gate/triggers, and/or CV-ins.
> Outputs are simply the CV out, plus an inverted version.
> Output- and input voltage ranges can be controlled from within software.
>
> Maybe some sort of display would be helpful too.
>
> The DAC needs to be of very high frequency, in order to avoid stepping
> of slow voltages.
>
> In other words, I'd like the functionality and flexibility of
> particular parameters of soft synths to be ported to analog
> hardware. :-)
>
> ------
>
> 2. - a standalone XY-Z trackpad as a controller. Comparable to Kaos
> pads or the Voyager's touchpad. Only with dedicated VC and trig/gate
> outs, and range knobs.
>
> - Guy
>
>> hi Group,
>>
>> some years ago, i had asked you to tell me new ides for forthcoming
>> A100 modules and, after gathering all these ideas, i created many
>> new polls...
>>
>> so, its time that we do the same!
>>
>> let me hear your, down to earth or crazy, ideas for future A100
>> modules!
>>
>> i'l gather the best ideas (that are not covered from existing a100
>> modules) and i'll create new polls about these modules.
>>
>> then, some of these may end up as new A100 modules...
>>
>> digital, analogue and hybrid modules ideas, all count!
>>
>> (let's make the A100 even more 'out of this world"...)
>>
>> also, this way, you may give food for thought to the whole modular
>> community...
>>
>> thanks,
>> best regards, :-)
>> Bakis.
>
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