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2022-03-07T09:03:23
The DFAM has a very interesting sound and I can tell there's a lot to explore/figure out about it. While it's not that easy to make things that sound like "drums" it's a machine that invites a lot of curiosity and learning.
TOMU T.
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Analog
8-Steps With Pitch and Velocity Per-Step
Tempo, Run/Stop, Trigger, Advance
2 Oscillators With Square and Triangle Waveforms, 1 White Noise Generator, 1 External Audio Input
+/- 5 Octaves (10 Octave Range)
Level controls for Oscillator 1, Oscillator 2 and White Noise/External Audio Input
20Hz-20KHz Switchable Low Pass / High Pass 4-Pole Transistor Ladder Filter
VCO EG w/ Voltage Controlled Decay and Bipolar Amount Control, VCF EG w/ Voltage Controlled Decay and Bipolar Amount Control, VCA EG w/ Voltage Controlled Decay and Selectable Fast/Slow Attack Time
24x 3.5mm Jacks
Trigger, VCA CV, Velocity, VCA Decay, External Audio, VCF Decay, Noise Level, VCO Decay, VCF Mod, VCO 1 CV, 1-2 FM Amount, VCO 2 CV, Tempo, Run/Stop, Advance/Clock.
VCA, VCA EG, VCF EG, VCO EG, VCO 1, VCO 2, Trigger, Velocity, Pitch.
1/4" TS Line / 1/4" TRS Headphones (Shared Output Jack)
100-240VAC; 50-60Hz, +12VDC 1200mA
3.0W
230mA (+12V - from 10-pin header)
Enclosure: 12.6 x 4.2 x 5.2" (319.3 x 106.9 x 133.1mm) (with knobs)
Eurorack Mounting Dimensions: 60 HP
Module Depth: 1" (25.4mm)
3.5 lbs (1.6kg)
040232613227
Inspiring synth w/ organic sound
By TOMU T.
The DFAM has a very interesting sound and I can tell there's a lot to explore/figure out about it. While it's not that easy to make things that sound like "drums" it's a machine that invites a lot of curiosity and learning.
Bring your musical creativity to life with the DFAM Semi-modular Eurorack Analog Percussion Synthesizer, the first innovative addition to the esteemed Mother-32 family. Designed for both beginners and seasoned musicians, this synthesizer offers an expressive, hands-on approach to crafting percussive patterns without the need for patching or prior experience. Dive into the world of rhythmic creation with ease, as the DFAM invites exploration and experimentation.
The DFAM synthesizer is powered by an intuitive analog sequencer, which activates its unique sound profile. It features a white noise generator and two versatile analog oscillators, allowing seamless transitions between rhythmic pulsations, deep bass, and resonant bell tones. Its sound is further sculpted by the iconic Moog Ladder filter, offering two selectable modes: Low Pass for adding depth and impact, and High Pass for creating expressive strikes and clangorous accents.
This dynamic instrument behaves like a living entity, responding uniquely to each user's touch. With three dedicated analog envelopes, the DFAM ensures that sounds evolve organically, from tribal toms to industrial impacts, and even chaotic soundscapes, all controlled with a simple twist of a knob. Each unit comes with Moog patch cables, unlocking the potential of its 24-point modular patchbay. This feature allows for the creation of new sounds, synchronization of multiple DFAM and Mother-32 units, and full integration into a modular Eurorack setup.
Explore the vast sonic possibilities of the DFAM Semi-modular Eurorack Analog Percussion Synthesizer and join artists like DJ Haram, Stud1nt, and Umfang in pushing the boundaries of sound. Whether you're crafting new rhythmic compositions or integrating it into your existing setup, the DFAM offers endless interconnectivity and creative potential.