Shakmat Modular Bard Quartet
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Shakmat Modular
Bard Quartet
Product Info
Article Number:
533980
Brand:
Shakmat Modular
Model:
Bard Quartet
Category:
Various Modules
Price:
$426.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Shakmat Modular Bard Quartet is a seriously clever module for anyone diving into modular synthesis and wanting precise melodic control. It's a fantastic tool for creating intricate, sequenced patterns and exploring unusual harmonic territories – especially if you're into generative music or sound design where complex, evolving melodies are key.
Product Description
- Shakmat Modular Bard Quartet
- Eurorack Module
- Programmable 4-channel quantizer
- 80 Programmable scales per each channel
- 8 Different scales / harmonies directly accessible via knobs and CV input
- Programmable micro tuning functionality
- Arpeggiator with 5 playing modes
- Octave transposition (+/- 3 octaves)
- Tuning per output switchable between V/Oct
- Hz/V and 1.2 V/Oct
- CV input / output per each channel
- CV input for transposition
- Gate input
- Trigger output
- Current consumption: 60 mA (+12 V) / 10 mA (-12 V)
- Width: 10 TE
- Depth: 29 mm
PROS
- • Exceptional scale programming flexibility for complex harmonic textures.
- • Arpeggiator modes offer diverse rhythmic possibilities beyond standard patterns.
- • Compact 10TE width maximizes space in dense Eurorack setups.
- • Robust build quality typical of Shakmat, feels very solid and reliable.
CONS
- • Limited polyphony; four channels might be restrictive for larger arrangements.
- • Microtuning implementation, while powerful, has a steeper learning curve.
- • No built-in sequencer; requires external clock and control voltage sources.
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Key Features
Type
Eurorack Module
Functions
Programmable 4-channel quantizer, arpeggiator, microtuning, transposition, scale/harmony selection
HP Width
10 TE
Depth
29 mm
Power Draw
60 mA (+12V) / 10 mA (-12V)
Connections
4 x CV input/output, 4 x Gate input, 1 x Trigger output, Power
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Frequently Asked Questions
While both allow for custom tuning, Shakmat's interface is more knob-centric, offering quicker access to preset tunings, but Mutable’s offers deeper, more granular control.
Absolutely, but it truly shines when you're layering multiple scales and harmonies, or using the more advanced arpeggiator modes for intricate sequences.
Yes, 10TE is a pretty standard width, but it's worth checking your rack’s internal measurements to be sure, especially if you're packing a lot of modules in.
