Other Modules

Introduction In conducting a pretty extensive deep dive into Yamaha’s FM synthesis chips, I’ve come to realize that while these chips produce very unique sounds, they are also largely very similar. In fact, if you compare their register settings (and ignore the level of granular control that you get), you can see just how many… Read more: YM3812 Part 1 – Register Basics

Introduction I’ve been meaning to build a noise generator for a while now—especially to make hi-hats, claps, and other percussive sounds. So when my noise2 chip arrived from electricdruid.com, I was eager to dig in. As I looked through the datasheet schematic, I was really surprised by the simplicity of the module design. The chip… Read more: Noise & VC Tone Filter Module

Introduction Watching LMNC build the Sega Mega Drive Synthesizer inspired me to build an FM Synth of my own. I loved how all of the controls were broken out and that you could adjust the sound on the fly. I wanted to replicate that in a Eurorack-sized module, and this is how the Smooth Operator… Read more: Smooth Operator