Klavis Quadigy Black
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Klavis
Quadigy Black
Product Info
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The Klavis Quadigy Black is a powerhouse for sound design, offering unparalleled envelope shaping capabilities. It’s a fantastic choice for experimental musicians and sound designers wanting complex, evolving textures – be prepared to dive deep into its intricacies; it's not a beginner module.
Product Description
- Klavis Quadigy Black
- Eurorack Module
- Quad Envelope Generator
- 4 Channels with 7-stage envelope each
- Freely adjustable progression of all time segments
- Attenuator per envelope output
- Cycle mode with time stretching and synchronisation to internal clocks
- Tap tempo with multiplication/division
- Programmable CV matrix for modulating parameters via the CV A and CV B inputs
- Memory locations for 32 presets
- Morphing function for presets and CV matrix
- Multi-editing for polyphonic applications
- Simplified live mode
- Graphic display
- 4 Gate/trigger inputs
- 4 Envolope outputs
- Power requirement: 24 mA (+12 V) / 10 mA (-12 V) / 40 mA (+5 V)
- Width: 14 U
- Depth: 38 mm
PROS
- • Exceptional envelope shaping flexibility across all seven stages.
- • Cycle mode offers unique rhythmic possibilities and sync capabilities.
- • Intuitive graphic display simplifies complex parameter adjustments.
- • Multi-editing drastically streamlines polyphonic envelope programming.
CONS
- • The 14HP width demands significant space in a Eurorack setup.
- • The learning curve is steep for those unfamiliar with envelope generators.
- • Limited modulation options beyond the built-in CV matrix.
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Key Features
Type
Quad Envelope Generator
Stages
7
HP Width
14
Depth
38 mm
Power Draw
24 mA (+12 V) / 10 mA (-12 V) / 40 mA (+5 V)
CV Outputs
4
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Quadigy’s time stretching is more focused on rhythmic manipulation rather than extreme warping, offering a tighter, more controlled feel compared to Shaperbox's broader capabilities.
Absolutely, you can simplify the envelope stages to achieve basic ADSR functionality, although its strength lies in its more complex envelope possibilities.
While compact, the display is surprisingly clear and the simplified live mode allows for quick, on-the-fly adjustments, though it might be a bit cramped for users with less-than-perfect eyesight.
