DISC Make Noise LXD Low Pass Gate (4HP)

Full Description

Vintage VCF/VCA Configuration

The Make Noise LXD Low Pass Gate is a highly versatile low pass gate, inspired by the classic arrangement of VCF into VCA configurations from vintage monosynths. The Low Strike Duo Gate features a two-channel, dual-response, direct-coupled configuration. It also boasts vactrols, providing simultaneously control for the both the Amplitude and Frequency Spectrum of an input signal. The low pass gate provides two different filter responses, essentially acting as a VCFA (Voltage Controlled Filter Amplifier). The output of channel 1 is normalled to the input of channel, providing normalisation of both channels in series. This is similar to the VCF into VCA configuration found in vintage monosynths from the 1970's.

Low Noise, Natural Sounding Circuit

The internal components provide low-noise and low-distortion resulting a smooth and natural-sounding circuit. The direct coupled design means you can process audio or control signals for optimal flexibility. The LXD Low Pass Gate offers two different filter response. Channel 1 offers 12dB/oct response with a mildly-resonant tone. The second channel offers a 1 6dB/oct response that is non-resonant. The Strike Input allows you to use the Gate signal to trigger the Low Pass Gate circuitry, by ‘plucking’ or ‘striking’ the vactrol. The eurorack module utilises 2 vactrols, and pairs perfectly with Make Noise’s STO and MATHS modules.

Circuit-Board Design

Opting for black and white graphics, this module incorporates a circuit-board-like design, with each parameter and connection clearly labelled. It also provides helpful arrows, showing you how you can connect to different inputs and outputs. The highly compact design only requires 4HP of space within your modular rack, ideal for the space conscious user.

Features

• Classic VCF->VCA arrangement in small 4hp module
• STRIKE Input allows use of Gate signal to trigger Low Pass Gate circuit, "plucking" or "striking" the vactrol
• Low noise, low distortion, smooth, natural-sounding circuit
• Direct coupled, process audio or control signals
• Utilises 2 vactrols
• Pairs well with STO and MATHS

Specifications

• Width: 4hp
• Max Depth: 36mm
• Power:
  • 20mA@ +12V
  • 20mA @ -12V