Future module wish list

I thought about something similar. Just put the BPM in the sample's filename (a number followed by "bpm") and the player will send that from its clock output.

Not really a future module but I'd really like to see other companies get involved such as bastl. I've seen error instruments has made a module. If not these "big" companies maybe a space for the diyers to sell their modules.

Just thought of a module for the wish list: a dual (or triple) VC crossfader ... and panner, although that could just be a separate module. It’s nothing “fancy”, but I like those bread and butter utilities.

Scale and offset can be done with the 4ATT/MIX, by using an attenuator on the incoming signal for scaling (down) and mixing in attenuated 5V as offset. Gain could be done using the 2SIGNALAMP, although that’s probably AC coupled. “Negative” voltages could be created using the LOGIC’s inverter, if one needs to subtract voltages from others.

My crossfading idea above can also probably be realised with the LOGIC’s inverter, 4ATT/MIX’ offset and the 2VCA module. Send regular CV into VCA1 and the offset + inverted CV into VCA2. This will make one VCA close while the other one opens.

I need to try all of this this out, while I wait for the dedicated modules

What else would you want on the module? You can simply stick a small breadboard on a blank panel if you just need that. It's actually a good idea! I've got a small breadboard which comes with some dualsided tape on its back already, that would fit on a 2U panel.

EDIT: Thinking some more about this ... a couple of 5V and GND sockets would obviously be nice to have on the front panel ... and maybe outputs for all the MIDI-CV bus signals.

... an OR logic module with lots of inputs to combine triggers and gates, of which there can be many in a AE Modular system. Although I might just DIY such a module. I did that once for Eurorack and used Doepfer's simple circuit from here (scroll down): www.doepfer.de/DIY/a100_diy.htm

I am constantly thinking about buying the Koma Field Kit FX but one could actually also build almost the same thing with the AE Modular. The only thing missing would be the CV Controlled Frequency Shifter/CV Controlled Looper. Also those Sample Rate Reducer and Bitcrusher effects, that are connected to this section, are great about the Koma FX.
Especially a Looper-Module with overdub function, some CV Control and maybe even one or two simple effects would be great. This way, one could totally waive the Koma Fieldkit FX and just build the same thing with some AE modules.
I know, there will be a sample module coming soon, but I don't really like to work with prerecorded stuff that I have to prepare on my computer.

the FKFX is quite an odd beast really, as its a group of quite unrelated functions (as is the original FK) ... as you say a whole bunch of digital fx, but also spring reverb, vca/mixer including amp (so can be used with Piezos) , at 249, id suspect it be hard to beat on price. my only 'gripe' is it doesn't store the CV mod matrix when you power it down, which of course means next time you turn it on, everything sounds completely different  
but its a minor issue really.
whats also nice (but less relevant to AE, given case/psu prices), is you can use it in a eurorack or alone... so currently mine is in my rack, but if i run out of space, I'll probably take it standalone again, or make a diy skiff for it and the FK.

anyway, I agree the looper function is really nice (though short), though I use it more as a kind of re-sampler/fx , rather than how you might say use a loop pedal.

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another module idea

I quite like the idea of the new Blck Noir by Endorphin..
www.gearnews.com/superbooth-2018-endorphin-blck_noir-7-channel-hybrid-drum-generator/

for me this seems great... Im not really into lots of percussion sound design , so having lots of individual modules seems a bit of a waste of space, so the idea of something small enough, but fairly complete is attractive.
I guess I also like the idea its a quick 'characterful' module.

(have to say, Im a bit of a fan of endorphin stuff, love its quirkiness... ) 






 

I think it would be great to have an AE Modular version of these Koma Elektronik attenuator cables! But I don't really know if that is possible, due to the form factor of these tiny cables.

If drum specific modules are in the pipeline, ending up with a 16 unit rack with a master module and 1 u modules for the voices (3 - 5 different designs) you could have a custom, midi controlled analogue drum machine. I for one would be very happy!

Digitally controlled oscillator module