Tiptop Audio OCTO I/O

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Tiptop Audio OCTO I/O

Tiptop Audio

OCTO I/O

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 612568
Model: OCTO I/O
Price: $115.50

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The OCTO I/O is a seriously clever little module for anyone deep in the Tiptop Audio Polytip ecosystem. It neatly expands a single Polytip connection into eight standard jacks, making complex polyphonic patching way more manageable. If you’re building a modular system with lots of Z8080 or other Polytip-compatible modules, this is an essential utility.

Product Description

  • Tiptop Audio OCTO I/O
  • Eurorack Module
  • Passive Polytip Converter and Multiple
  • Tiptop Audio ART module: polyphonic modules with proprietary transmission format for pitch
  • gate and audio signals via Tiptop Audio Polytip patch cable
  • Converts a Polytip connection to 8x 3.5 mm jack (bi-directional)
  • 3-way Polytip multiple (passive)
  • Passive design - requires no power supply
  • Width: 6 HP
  • Depth: 14 mm
PROS
  • • Simplifies complex Polytip routing significantly, reducing cable clutter.
  • • Passive design eliminates power requirements, saving valuable HP.
  • • Robust metal construction ensures durability within a modular environment.
  • • Bi-directional signal flow offers flexibility in patch configurations.
CONS
  • • Limited to Polytip connections; incompatible with standard 3.5mm patching.
  • • Passive nature means signal quality is dependent on preceding modules.
  • • Small HP footprint can feel cramped for intricate patching.

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Key Features

Type Passive Polytip Converter/Multiple
Channels 8 (3.5mm jacks) per Polytip input
HP Width 6
Depth 14 mm
Power Draw 0 mA

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, it’s designed specifically for Polytip connections. It converts Polytip *to* standard jacks, not the other way around.
Yes, the signal level and quality are entirely dependent on the output of your Polytip module; it’s a simple signal distribution, not an amplification or buffering stage.
Absolutely. It’s significantly more space-efficient than using eight separate multiple modules, and simplifies patching considerably.

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