Erica Synths Bass Drum2
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Erica Synths
Bass Drum2
Product Info
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The Bass Drum2 is a powerhouse for anyone needing a truly impactful, customizable bass drum in their modular system. It's fantastic for electronic music producers, experimental sound designers, and anyone wanting to add serious low-frequency weight to their patches. The CV control is a game changer for dynamic rhythmic variation.
Product Description
- Erica Synths Bass Drum2
- Eurorack Module
- Pitch
- Tune
- Tune Depth
- Attack
- Decay and Drive controls
- CV inputs for pitch
- decay and drive - each with attenuator
- Switchable gate mode (with ASR envelope)
- Trigger time: 1 ms
- Trigger and accent input
- Separate outputs for noise and bass drum
- Current consumption: 40mA (+12V) / 30mA (-12V)
- Width: 14 HP
- Depth: 35 mm
PROS
- • Exceptional low-end thump with surprising harmonic complexity.
- • CV modulation offers incredible rhythmic and tonal sculpting possibilities.
- • The dual output design allows for creative routing and layering.
- • Solid build quality; Erica Synths' characteristic robust panel construction.
CONS
- • 14HP footprint can be restrictive in smaller modular setups.
- • Drive control can quickly become overwhelming and harsh without careful adjustment.
- • Limited tonal palette; primarily focused on bass drum sounds.
Product Video
Key Features
Sounds
Punchy, resonant bass drum tones with adjustable pitch and harmonic content.
Trigger Inputs
Trigger and Accent inputs with 1ms trigger time for precise sequencing.
HP Width
14 HP
Depth
35 mm
Power Draw
40mA (+12V) / 30mA (-12V)
Outputs
Separate noise and bass drum outputs for flexible routing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
It adjusts the resonance of the bass drum, adding a characteristic 'boom' or 'ping' depending on the setting.
Absolutely! The standard trigger and CV inputs are industry-standard and compatible with any Eurorack system.
It's a fairly aggressive, characterful distortion that adds harmonics and grit; it's not a subtle overdrive effect.
