Shakmat Modular Aeolus Seeds

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Shakmat Modular Aeolus Seeds

Shakmat Modular

Aeolus Seeds

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 521218
Model: Aeolus Seeds
Price: $273.90

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The Aeolus Seeds is a cleverly designed module for adding dynamic, evolving textures to your sound. It’s perfect for experimental sound designers or those looking to add rhythmic movement to their drones and sequences – it's a great entry point into complex modulation without getting bogged down in too many knobs. The design really encourages experimentation and sonic exploration.

Product Description

  • Shakmat Modular Aeolus Seeds
  • Eurorack Module
  • A quadraphonic processor
  • Consists of 4 VCAs controlled by internal modulators and outputs to single outputs and sum output
  • All 4 modulators can be controlled together via the Time and Depth knobs
  • 6 Selectable modes for modulators: quadrature / sine
  • square wave LFO
  • decay envelope
  • attack envelope
  • random and granuliser
  • 6 Different selectable configurations between modulators and VCAs
  • CV inputs for time and depth
  • CV inputs for mode and configuration
  • Configurable CV output for controlling other modules
  • Current consumption: 65 mA (+12 V) / 20 mA (-12 V)
  • Width: 10 TE
  • Depth: 29 mm
PROS
  • • Excellent modulation possibilities with the six unique modes offer creative sound design.
  • • Shakmat's robust build quality, using thick PCBs and sturdy jacks, inspires confidence.
  • • The combined Time and Depth control simplifies complex modulation patterns.
  • • Configurable CV output allows for flexible integration within a larger modular system.
CONS
  • • Limited modulation destinations; primarily suited for controlling VCAs.
  • • The granuliser mode, while interesting, can be noisy without careful parameter tweaking.
  • • 10HP width might be restrictive for users with very tight Eurorack cases.

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Key Features

Channels 4
Type Quadraphonic VCA/Modulator Processor
HP Width 10
Depth 29 mm
Power Draw 65 mA (+12 V) / 20 mA (-12 V)
Connections 4 x VCA Inputs, 4 x VCA Outputs, 1 x Sum Output, CV Inputs (Time, Depth, Mode, Configuration), CV Output

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Frequently Asked Questions

The granuliser mode isn’t a continuous waveform; it generates short, granular bursts, creating a more fragmented and textured modulation.
Yes, you can configure it to function as four independent VCAs, bypassing the modulation features entirely for simple gain control.
It's more complex than a simple follower; it can be configured to output a range of values based on the knob positions and selected mode, offering more nuanced control.

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