Bastl Instruments Aikido

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Bastl Instruments Aikido

Bastl Instruments

Aikido

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 563212
Model: Aikido
Category: VCA Modules
Price: $317.90

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The Aikido is a seriously useful module for sound design and rhythmic manipulation. It’s perfect for experimental electronic musicians or anyone wanting to add dynamic movement to their patches—the envelope and spectral followers really open up interesting possibilities. Bastl’s design aesthetic and build quality are top-notch, too.

Product Description

  • Bastl Instruments Aikido
  • Eurorack Module
  • Quad VCA and mixer
  • 4 Identical VCA channels
  • each with level control (with 6dB gain)
  • mute switch
  • CV input and signal input / output
  • Side chain envelope follower (normalised to input A) with three selectable response times
  • Spectral envelope follower (normalised to output D) with three selectable frequency ranges
  • Sum output and separate outputs for both envelope followers
  • Power consumption: 120mA (+12V) / 120mA (-12V)
  • Width: 11 U
  • Depth: 24 mm
PROS
  • • Solid build quality with Bastl’s signature robust panel finish.
  • • Envelope follower offers creative sidechaining and dynamic control.
  • • Spectral follower provides unique rhythmic and textural possibilities.
  • • Flexible routing options expand sonic experimentation potential.
CONS
  • • Limited routing beyond the basic four channels.
  • • 120mA draw per rail can be significant in power-constrained systems.
  • • The gain at 6dB per VCA can be a bit aggressive for subtle level changes.

Product Video

Key Features

Channels 4
Response 3 selectable times
HP Width 11 U
Depth 24 mm
Power Draw 120mA (+12V) / 120mA (-12V)
CV Inputs 4

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's more reactive and tied to the input signal, offering sidechain-like behavior, but lacks the precise control of a dedicated envelope generator.
It's surprisingly versatile for creating rhythmic textures and modulating other modules; the selectable frequency ranges provide distinct character.
It’s fairly standard for a quad VCA – straightforward channel-to-output routing – but the follower outputs offer more unique routing options than many competitors.

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