4ms Ensemble Oscillator
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4ms
Ensemble Oscillator
Product Info
Article Number:
545190
Brand:
4ms
Model:
Ensemble Oscillator
Category:
Oscillator Modules
Price:
$360.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The 4ms Ensemble is a seriously unique oscillator – it’s not just about creating tones, but entire harmonic landscapes. Perfect for experimental musicians and sound designers looking to create evolving, complex textures, especially those who enjoy a hands-on, CV-driven workflow. It's a deep dive into sound design, not a simple plug-and-play module.
Product Description
- 4ms Ensemble Oscillator
- Oscillator (Eurorack Module)
- Polyphonic oscillator with up to 16 voices based on intervals of one of 30 selectable scales
- User scales can be programmed on the module or via CV keyboard
- Basic sine waveform with phase distortion
- wave folding
- FM and cross-modulation options
- Spread control for detuning the oscillators
- Controls for fundamental
- pitch (transposition) and detune
- Balance knob controls the weighting between low and high-pitched oscillators
- Adjustable Cross FM with three selectable modes
- Twist control with three selectable modes for phase distortion effects (bit reduction and morphing from sine to sawtooth or square)
- Warp control with three selectable modes for creating different wavefolding sounds
- CV inputs for all parameters
- CV inputs for pitch and fundamental (1V/oct.)
- Learn and Freeze buttons
- each with trigger input
- Two audio outputs
- Power consumption: 114 mA (+12 V) / 45 mA (-12 V)
- Width: 16 HP
- Depth: 25 mm
- White front panel
PROS
- • Exceptional polyphony allows for lush, complex textures rarely achievable.
- • Scale selection simplifies melodic creation and experimentation immensely.
- • CV control over nearly every parameter fosters deep sonic exploration.
- • 4ms's signature build quality ensures reliability and a premium feel.
CONS
- • Limited waveform choices necessitate external processing for broader sounds.
- • Steep learning curve; requires understanding of modular synthesis principles.
- • Relatively high power draw demands a robust power supply.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Modular Oscillator Module
Waveforms
Sine, Phase Distortion, Wave Folding, FM, Cross-Modulation
HP Width
12HP
Depth
Approximately 30mm (1.18 inches)
Power Draw
Approximately +15V: 350mA, -12V: 50mA
CV Inputs
Pitch, Detune, Spread, FM Amount, Warp Mode, Twist Mode, Balance, Fundamental
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's more flexible; you’re not bound to standard Western scales and can easily create microtonal or custom tunings.
Yes, but its true strength lies in utilizing the polyphony and modulation capabilities to create richer sounds than a standard oscillator could offer.
Given the power draw, a high-quality, regulated power supply with sufficient headroom is essential to avoid noise and instability.
