9 Novel Things in My Live Modular System 🙌

Here's a video exploring 9 novel things in this 'fork of experimentation' of the live eurorack modular system. How I'm doing slicker muting, sidechaining, sick dropz, easy acid sequences, preset rhythms, & the magic PicoDSP/Valhalla DSP hack, and more, discussed. LINKS BELOW ⮯
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▶ ADDAC 213A & 213B Eurorack Bridge: www.addacsystem.com/en/produc...
▶ Future Sounds Makrow: www.futuresoundsystems.co.uk/r...
▶ Robaux SWT16+: www.robaux.io/swt16plus
▶ Valhalla DSP Halls of Valhalla Card: valhalladsp.com/2014/01/18/a-...
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CHAPTERS
00:00 What is this?
03:34 1: A new way to Mute!
09:03 2: A way to sidechain and master.
14:34 3: The easiest way to sequence acid.
21:31 4: The acid of the Eowave Domino
26:03 Ad Break: Soundcore Wirelesss Headphones
28:59 5: A way to do sick highpass dropz
36:34 6: A way to link two cases instantly.
38:53 7: A way to have macro control.
43:05 8: A way to have preset rhythms (SWT16+)
50:05 9: A way to fit ValhallaDSP into 3HP.
56:53 An important thought about sharing ideas.
Shot on Black Magic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and edited on Davinci Resolve.
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[@OLANGALACTICA]

Soo nice to see the Turing machines and LS-1 filter control in your setup

[@HANGINGOUTWITHAUDIOPHILES]

The whole end section and the spirit of sharing to inspire new and experienced users alike reminded me again why the modular community is unlike so many. Hats off to both of you. I’ve been well and truly inspired again and Turing acid is slow legit. Raymond scott would have used one for sure !

[@Digiphex]

"Techno is is just bringing things in and out." So good.

[@MrMarcLaflamme]

This should be on a shirt.

[@OhHeyK3vin]

Highly amused that my “when Alex says ‘Steevio’ take a shot”-joke has worked its way formally into these videos.

[@mylarmelodies]

🥃🙌

[@tenfingerstentoes]

Loved the whole sentiment of community sharing and collaboration! I came up writing music on Trackers, Amiga and DOS, and I learned so much from just downloading other people's MODs and seeing all the little tricks they used. Thanks for sharing all these ideas and thanks to everyone else who does as well!

[@aaiieenn]

That Xodes BCI backpack is a dream come true. Bought it immediately when I saw it first. FINALLY I get the halls of valhalla reverbs without having to take up an enourmous space

[@snoogllies]

SO many juicy modules and ideas that I would never have known existed. Thank you for this!

[@andrewjackson5798]

These videos have been really helpful, i hope you continue the series!

[@KattKirsch]

Gosh, thank you so much for modulargrid links that are so legible and accessible. I feel like your videos are singlehandedly making modular look approachable, fun, and - maybe even easy, once decisions are made? I love your no wrong answers commitment to tearing apart and rebuilding your toys to do more and more; and I enjoy that you're wanting to downsize and commit to a compact set, instead of lugging around 8,000hp to your mate's backyard. Love it.

[@TomMadisonSoundsLewis]

When you inevitably come to selling that lovely case to size up, give ya boi a holla :D

[@louisrumley9438]

I really like your emphasis on live performance and creating something for people to enjoy in the moment, rather than slaving for a perfect track or just noddling and going nowhere, the energy you have for performance gives what you are doing momentum and movement which is life. Also your love of Steevio is justified his music is Amazing, and I am glad you have brought him to my attention, his tune Cynefin is pure magic 👍🏽👊🏽

[@equalequalslopezcartoons3702]

I love these videos because I don't own nowhere near half your modules but I can still apply the concepts. Thanks for the inspiration now to get to jamming.

[@projectz975]

i can tell youve gotten better at the mix, these jams sound so warm and punchy

[@knobulism]

A super good combo I found for side chaining is the WMD Performance Mixer and the Noise Engineering Pons Asinorum. Each channel on the WMD PM has a VCA input, the Pons Asinorum can be set to be a ramp up. So, pop you kick trigger into the PA and you instantly have 4 outputs that can be used for sjidechaining at different speeds too. Like I like a pad to be a bit slower than say the bass. Also, drops in modular become a bit easier when you get a more capable sequencer that has many tracks (6 or more) and the ability to quickly change multiple track sequences. The all of a sudden mutes become less important, but if you want mutes, the WMD PM has that too.

[@SoundOfRaymond]

Our wife/husband/loved one should always get credits. Plants or not. None of us could do what we do without them 🙏 Thanks for all the tips & hard work in all your vids !

[@Nick-kb6jd]

I've found sequencing modular with a digitakt, via a midi to CV converter module, great for drums. Changing patterns, muting tracks, parameter locking voltages....great fun.

[@BottleMakesMusic]

Great explanation Alex. Getting some Trovarsi vibes from the earlier example tracks in the video

[@nero_di_seppia]

thanks so much for the high pass drop tip- sick!!

[@mynewcolour]

The most convoluted drum machine and mixer in existence, then the crazy person sketches come out 😱 All hail the fork of experimentation 🙏🏽💚 🍴

[@fabianmartinez31283]

a few interesting ideas, thank you for sharing it! also OLAN! is a great inspiration source. In this video I had a few wow moments because I am moving to try live instead of doing only sounds with my modular. Thank you so much for inspiring me!

[@knobsstrings]

Sharing is caring! ❤ Thanks for the great explanation. Have to consider a few things in my case... again... 😚

[@DashGlitch]

Amazing video, so many ideas! Thanks

[@debbie09090]

Enjoyed that. Turing machine is great, I must get one!

[@johnhowell6214]

Holy crap, Makrow could be amazing for live snare rolls. Control the volume, decay of the snare, while also opening up my Noise Engineering Confundo! Excellent video, thanks!

[@nero_di_seppia]

oh wow, did not know about the confundo, that looks very interesting.

[@Psionetics]

Love the mutes and sliders, very tactile!

[@MDJ5]

ive grown pretty fond of the NE Muta Jovis modules for mutes as they also work as cascading mults, but instead of routing audio through them i route the gates and triggers for everything because i had a nasty habit of muting the tails off of sounds that would have sounded nice gently bleeding off into the next section of music. cheap as chips modules too ;)

[@atomictraveller]

enjoyed what you do, seems like it's at a good state.

[@MrMarcLaflamme]

There's something comforting in knowing that those who we look up to also look up to others.

[@mylarmelodies]

This whole thing is one big circle ♻️

[@zachstarr2543]

I like the mutes, thought about em before, grabbin em now. Cheers

[@mylarmelodies]

The more Happy Nerding stuff I encounter the more I love it, it seems

[@M_orcan]

Also for the mix filtering you can use the WORNG LRMSMSLR to get stereo filtering from two mono filters. It's even useful With a stereo filter like blades because it means you can do things like keep the centre elements unfiltered while filtering out the sides of your mix & really make the most of having two different filters

[@australianaliens5942]

Such a great module ... Soundstage is another underrated gem by worng imho .

[@M_orcan]

Der Man Mit Der Machina uses small sticky labels on his droid toggle buttons which he writes on, that would probs work better for your mutes so you don't have to remind yourself via the paper. You can still see the colour shine through & it doesn't affect learning muscle memory for it at all

[@HANGINGOUTWITHAUDIOPHILES]

Those new faders of his are going to be a game changer for me ! Tim exiles looper used motorized faders and it was the best. Just the best flow

[@returnofthemilk]

Good info. Taa very much. Definitely need me a lightstrip. Been on the look out for cv recording modules and bought a flame C3 this morning. Could've bought two lightstrips for the same price, nearly. Damn and blast!

[@RedMeansRecording]

Acid Rain Navigators also rock for this

[@returnofthemilk]

@@RedMeansRecording ooooo cheers!

[@ProfStephenBWard]

Really great tips here! Lots to mull over and chew on. I wanted to share my approach to sick dropz. I've got a WMD Overseer, stereo DJ-type Low & High pass filter with Resonance. With the knob in the center, the audio is flat. Swing it anticlockwise you kick in the LPF and go clockwise and it raises the HPF. I'm controlling the HPF cuttoff with a Synthrotek Ribbon via their Mattson Ribbon Controller module. Similar to the LS-1, you can slide the ribbon and the moment you let go, the Overseer returns to flat response. Sick!

[@johnhowell6214]

I use the Lapsus OS similar to the way you use the lightstrip. The Lapsus has a fader for 0-5v and x2 outputs. The two outputs would control the filter cut offs for a pair of Doepfer A-106-5 filters.

[@lukepettett5075]

Maaaate... That drop just after 16.00 🙌🙌🙌

[@daneguitarist1]

great vid! always learning some stuff, i had to go jam with my turing machine halfway thru and pause your video hahaha but man, i love that turing machine, i used mine with the strega like 20 minutes ago haha, now im back to watch more haha also, the robaux is pronounced robo right? ive always wondered lol but turns out not a lot of people ask about that so far haha

[@dariusmorgan8302]

Great stuff as always. I can't remember if I mentioned that I'm about to grab a Cosmix and if I had asked you about it. Have you ever considered adding that...i know you have the Hexmix which is badass..Cosmix also has pan, mutes, compression, EQ, aux send/return. I'm psyched to add it. I was just watching a video where Tony Rolando was talking about 'non-centralized' mixing. I watched the Colin Benders video where he's just going OFF with the Cosmix. Sold me on it.

[@TAVISMUFC1996]

Slightly late to the party but on the topic of sidechain..ST Modular Duck is a 4hp sidechainer available as a diy kit and pretty cheap! I use this this little guy in conjunction with my WMD PM to sidechain my drones and atmospheres with my drums..really glued things together nicely and a pretty essential for me. Hot tip: Using sidechain to create ‘drops’ in eurorack Muting all of your gates which flow into your all of your drum sounds whilst NOT muting your atmospheres/textures allows for the sidechain to stop..increasing volume etc which then allows you to change some areas within your patch/fade things in and prepare for the next phase of your set. When you’re ready, unmute your gates and boom!!

[@ketchup1785]

I'd like to piggyback into the sidechain suggestions with Shakmat Gemini's Path for stereo mixes. It's an absolute powerhouse for the price whether DIY or factory built and can't recommend it enough.

[@wishbonebrewery]

*Everyone rushes out to buy Mutes and Light Strips* I see you decided not to use the Mutes on the SWT16, the LL8 which I have has mutes and its lots of fun. I'd be Modding my PicoDSP but its not very happy so I feel a Postal trip to its birth place for some TLC is in order first (Silly Flashy Blinky LED and vague Button press-ability). Great run through of ideas there.

[@night_speed]

These videos are always such a treat thanks for making them. I wish i could get Akemie's to sound this good, any pro tips? Lol. Also 2hp Comp is a good,small, inexpensive side chain solution.

[@mylarmelodies]

Honestly not sure with the akemies - it’s a bit intuitive and mostly it makes spangles. I once had it making incredible tuned notes which I can’t seem to find again - it’s worth some experimentation with a whiteboard marker in hand to note knob positions!

[@night_speed]

@@mylarmelodies lol that's what i figured. Luckily fin studios makes a perfect little 6hp white board blank with a magnetic marker. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3OQcoyHbJWsmdU

[@stephanmobius1380]

There is also the LPZW "Schleußig", a ridicilously expansive "grouped muting" module. Surely worth it, because its synced to the beat!

[@mylarmelodies]

Yes it’s a totally brilliant idea!

[@mit136speichenumdiewelt]

Thanks again for a informative video. A separate video for this boy would be nice, Robaux SWT16+

[@eddiebrown7741]

Thanks!

[@vinylarchaeologist]

TipTop are literally stupid at this point for not making a 4HP DSP module that accepts their ZDSP cards. They would sell loads of that module, and loads of their Halls of Valhalla and other cards.

[@mylarmelodies]

Welllll remember they did just give us Buchla 200 series modules for

[@edmuggles]

Have you played with the performance mode on the swt16 ? Mutes and one button fills

[@Ratimus_]

One could do the hp insta-drop by controlling the cutoff with an external cv (like a dc offset from an attenuverter or something) and then switching it off or even pulling the cable. Not a perfect solution, but it lowers the barrier to entry.

[@AndrewPRoberts]

This made me consider getting that Cockpit 2 module

[@mylarmelodies]

Ja - it’s good. Not aware of another module that packs as much into a small space.

[@AndrewPRoberts]

@@mylarmelodies How's the stereo workflow for that, don't you need to use TRS cables?

[@nlpascal]

awesome Turing machine sound. I'll need to dust mine off

[@mylarmelodies]

Honestly I’d be happy to have like 4 more

[@TimGregory]

Interested in the effort to hack together the reverb.. FX Aid uses Spin FV1 and has a very flexible way to load and organise algos… is the DSP in Halls that much better? I’ve seen some favourable comparisons between proper Strymon units and the little FX Aid

[@mylarmelodies]

I really really like the FX Aid algos, so I guess if you’re happy with that then great, but I like having delays in the FX Aid and Reverbs in the Pico with the Valhalla hack

[@effiksmusic]

I would be happy to buy a ValhallaDSP module with reverb and or delay.

[@el_dani]

What are these cable ties called/ where to order them? Brilliant video as usual!

[@robertsyrett1992]

Big then small then big again!

[@modularhappyness]

thank you

[@RedMeansRecording]

God damn your brand of acid is so delicious

[@intafon]

I’m curious to see how your compositions will change at a fundamental level based on the ability to do the percussive mutes/drops. 🙂

[@iancottell3621]

Your videos are among my favorite - your voice is lovely to listen to and I couldn't get by without your modular knowledge.

[@mrbluelynxchannel5207]

50:30 You've blown my mind... the SSSR Labs sidechain infinite hall... in 3hp??? impossible...

[@budfoon]

Did you do your own soldering on the BCI backpack? I've soldered together a few modules (Percall was most recent) but never done SMT soldering.

[@localhost4460]

32:34 I swore that module was a waste of HP until you showed that. I want one.

[@renekasbergen]

Great video. Thanks for the LS1 tip. I use a Robaux 3PT macro knob for the same thing, but having something that snaps back is really useful! Keep up the good work, your videos are very valuable to me! You have lot of modules dealing with drums (sequencing, playing, muting) and end of chain effects (sidechain, master compression and reverb). Have you ever considered replacing all of those modules (Salmple, Hats908, 3 4x Mutes, Cockpit, Colour Pallette, Robaux SWT16+, Pico DSP+ backpack) with a TR-8S? The TR-8S does all of the things those modules do and more. My quick estimation: the modules cost about €2000 (and 80-90 HP of space!) combined. The TR-8S costs €700 new. I got mine for about €500. It plays 11 tracks of samples, FM or ACB (808, 909...!), it has all the sequence stuff you need, labeled mute buttons, an external stereo input that you can sidechain to the kick, apply reverb to, and put delay and master compression on. And above all, it’s very performance oriented (it’s called “Rhythm Performer” for a reason). Bonus feature: it’s also an audio interface. Would be interested in your opinion. Thanks!

[@mylarmelodies]

Good shout and yes indeed, in fact the older TR-8! Modular drums have their own tricks and benefits, but of course just about anything else is cheaper…

[@renekasbergen]

@@mylarmelodies Thank you for replying. I think I understand: modular drums can offer much more in terms of sound design and flexibility (or modulatability - is that a word?). And it’s not only a financial or HP/space reduction thing. Just like you, I’m trying to optimize for *performance*. For me, total control over drums (sequencing, sound and effects) is just too important for electronic music (especially in a performance context) to have scattered across multiple modules, some of which are hard to reach or operate. I want that stuff visible and adjustable right in front of my rack, without patch cables getting in the way… anyway, keep it up, I love your videos. I keep learning new things!

[@mylarmelodies]

@renekasbergen For me it comes down to the fact there’s a certain grammar to hand made drums, and it’s hard to get ad-hoc generative ones to be quite so on point - though they have their place, especially in the studio

[@unfamiliarenvironments]

New MM, new Signal Sounds order haha. Still looking forward to the Moonwalker video :) BTW - Makrow looks great - have you tried the ADDAC transitions? Worth mentioning on the macro topic

[@mylarmelodies]

Yes I have, it’s great too! I do like the knob of the Makrow though, you can be a bit more refined vs the left/right slider

[@chromosundrift]

On the subject of switching groups to make drops easier with modular, I don't know much but would have thought that there are many modules that enable you to orchestrate groups in many ways - with some planning. Especially using programmable modules such as those from monome.

[@mylarmelodies]

LPZW Schleußig is just about the only option, along with the Future Sound Systems Stumm

[@nero_di_seppia]

So Im considering to get the 4x mutes also, for my drums, but I was wondering how you handle then mixing the various percussive elements? Do you have an attenuator for each of the drums, plus some summing module? It just seems like a lot of space is needed to mix 12 drums 😊

[@nero_di_seppia]

I'm considering to get the MEGA TANG (maybe twice) since it also has push button mutes and in addition features a stereo FX return :)

[@mylarmelodies]

Yeah drums in modular at expensive!! There are unity mixers which just sum them together (note that many drum modules have a level dial built in - or factor that into your buying decision). The cheapest way to get amazing drums alongside your modular is to buy a standalone drum machine!

[@nero_di_seppia]

@@mylarmelodies yeah I ended up getting the cosmix! so much fun with the mutes, since they only toggle when you release. so together with your "LS1 strip into DJ filter" trick, you can make some siiiick drops

[@ThisIsTheInternet]

Absolutely banging at 16:00

[@Anonimus752]

Hello, hope3 all good. you pass all the master sound to the LightStrip? Thanks for your time

[@mikebrodhead]

So many questions! Oh the Happy Nerdings are you muting gates, audio, or a combination? What tradeoffs did you discover there? I’d love to hear an extended walkthrough of the second case with more detail. Finally, I’ve had my eye on Domino but was worried about tuning. How easy (or hard) is tuning Domino and keeping it in tune? Regardless of any of that, thanks for another informative, inspiring vid!

[@mylarmelodies]

Thanks!! Just gates going thru the 4xMutes - haven’t tried with audio but I think it should be fine? Famous last words. Domino has a little trimmer for tuning, it’s quite fiddly, but once it’s done, it’s hard to knock out of tune too. 👍

[@Chris-vr8cd]

good video my fellow sonic traveler

[@antikytheramechanism7909]

On your Turing/Quant, what scale are you using?

[@K3150]

I see that little euroburo hiding out in the background. I hope that is intended as a tease for something coming up.

[@LeonidStern]

how do you compare metropolix vs random sequencing (TM or MD for live situations), interesting your thoughts (or anyone else)

[@mylarmelodies]

Well it’s sort of touched on in the video - but either is valid, but TM is ultra quick. Only one turn of one dial to make the change, vs. many to tweak a fully fledged sequencer.

[@effiksmusic]

How do you integrate the Cockpit into the Hexmix? The Hexmix is not the last in the chain, right? How is the signal flow here? And how would you integrate the Golden Master?

[@mylarmelodies]

Probably should have explained that - the Black Market Colour Palette is the last thing in the chain. Output of Cockpit goes to into that (mixing the Hexmix Output and the Kick together). I'd be making the Golden Master the last thing in the chain!

[@effiksmusic]

@@mylarmelodies ah, okay. So the Hexmix is on modular level and then the single goes through Cockpit and Colorpalette and is there a output module to make it line level?

[@mylarmelodies]

@@effiksmusic Well not as such regarding output module, at the show I used my trusty Radial Pro D2!

[@effiksmusic]

@@mylarmelodies I got a Oto Boum now for compression, also side chaining and parallel compression, drive and high cut etc. This should do some gluing the output of my Eurorack.

[@willsoens8816]

Hi I’ve been looking for the video where you show these creative inspiration cards as I want to get some but can’t find it anywhere. What are they called, thanks I love your work and videos ❤

[@mylarmelodies]

Thank you!! They’re www.patchtcg.com

[@mylarmelodies]

Tho I just realised you may also mean www.enoshop.co.uk/product/oblique-strategies.html

[@willsoens8816]

@@mylarmelodies Yes that's them. Oblique strategies. Appreciate it!

[@summercityzach]

was gonna sell my ssf muton... you've talked me out of it 🤣😂

[@nickolasyounker]

I had to research what the 12 grid red lights were in your last vid and found the HN mutes. Ingenious! Might be fun using the doepfer quad switch to have each input to the mutes have a selectable drum module. although you would have to use some type of Y cable out of the swt to the additional drum modules to keep the pattern on both as well. Youre always great inspiration!

[@inf0tr8r]

minimize to maximize when it comes to live play.. never understood having walls and walls of the stuff, I think building a self-contained skiff or case that puts all the controls in front of you is the way to go... practice and familiarity of where your controls are is essential

[@devondaviau]

I'll bet that you could prob squeeze some little labels in between the buttons on those mutes. Even three or four letters would be enough of a reminder. I bought a Dymo label maker for myself several years ago. One of the best purchases I have ever made.

[@mylarmelodies]

I have a label printer too - it’s the best, all my PSUs sweetly labeled

[@devondaviau]

@@mylarmelodies Yes! 🤓

[@dariusmorgan8302]

Ahhh I see that you don't need a Cosmix after I heard you talk about the Color Palette.

[@liamwayne6703]

I sure hope you don't think you're hiding that Euroburo back there.

[@mylarmelodies]

👀

[@gwEmbassy]

Ever had problems with those 4xMute modules miss triggering or not triggering?

[@mylarmelodies]

I feel like you have to press them firmly?

[@gwEmbassy]

@@mylarmelodies there’s definitely a technique that gets them to work better.

[@gwEmbassy]

@@mylarmelodies but about 20% of the time, I still get a miss-press :(

[@mindrobber1962]

That a lot or gear. What are your thoughts on putting all this into something more portable?

[@mylarmelodies]

Remember these are both portable cases - they fold and close up and can be carried like suitcases!

[@equalequalslopezcartoons3702]

Also remember pausing can be used as another type of mute for drops.

[@MadsSaxoNielsen]

Would be wonderful to see a new version of this video. What have happened the last two years? 2024 update please! :)

[@mylarmelodies]

Coming next week!

[@russellzauner]

well now I want little multiwave visualizers; maybe I can make them with VFD so I can put a bunch per panel :-)

[@kanakisalexis]

Why not to use the mutes on the SW16+ and loose all those extra cables ? Great video as always !!!💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@mylarmelodies]

Really due to the importance of building muscle memory and having instant access - no matter what the state of the SWT16, I can whack those mutes and I know stuff will get muted. Also as I’m blending some gates from other sources then it means you have a single place that mutes happen, all in one spot.

[@nkozi]

The two different sections on macros have me looking at an Emblematic Systems Catalyst again 😔

[@HANGINGOUTWITHAUDIOPHILES]

Wonderful module. So accurate too. One super fun thing to do if you’ve 3 oscillators (or resonating filters) is to build chords and crossfade between them. It’s true joy. Takes a while to dial in but it’s epic :)

[@doyoubinoame8483]

SWT16+ actally has channel mute mode. Not that handy as separate modules, but still.

[@mylarmelodies]

It does! I like having the dedicated buttons to absolutely commit it all to muscle memory, but still

[@Cforrclips]

One of the hihats seems to kill the groove for me when you unmute it. I wonder what I’m hearing? Overall love the sounds and work.

[@mylarmelodies]

Ta, yeah can't win em all!

[@justinurra2718]

I'd say my modular sets are 1/2 improv and 1/2 programmed, my drums are programmed and I'll have an initial sequence on the voices that riff off of and my drums are on mutes and other switches and my erica synths drum sequencer is always on fill mode

[@johnhowell6214]

I use my Erica sequencer in mute mode mostly, but using the Happy Nerding mutes could open the sequencer up for other duties. I'll have to check the fill mode out more and see if I'll have to make a change. ;)

[@justinurra2718]

@@johnhowell6214 I have a low gain electronics A/B with mute in the middle so I use that for mutes but I'd prefer having the kick, hats, and cymbal on something pushable. Try fill mode, its great shift then step/tap

[@jank-official]

Have you considered the WMD Stereo Comp ? 4HP and under 200 EUR.. It is one of the most compact and best Sidechain solutions at the moment...

[@TimRichardson1984]

Nice! you need to sort your cables out tho

[@zvnavv3w5]

Just, like, my opinion, man, but if you sacrifice the Hexmix AND Hexpander for an external mixer or drop multiple Hexmix and Hexpanders into a sidecase mixer and only touch them for effects, you could probably fit most of what you want in your one large case (minus the mixer/mixer sidecase). Might be hard to find a mixer with the same control and number of outputs for sidechaining/routing, but it really sounds like you just want a compressor (what you're using the Endorphines Cockpit 2 for) to make the loud percussion pop above everything else; I don't have a good recommendation beyond Hexinverter's Mutant Hot Glue, but then we're back to limited space and control. Same for the Colour Palette: you are only using it for compression - why use such large and overly-complicated modules to accomplish this? Also, just my opinion, but having multiple sources of mutes, coming from both the Happy Nerding 4x Mutes and the Hexmix now seems overly complicated - at this point, I would ask: "What are you using the Hexmix and Hexpander for, that you can't accomplish with an external, multi-channel audio mixer and smaller effect-send modules, so you can free up space in your main case and simplify your controls? Why do you need more, readily-available control over channel mix/volume/EQ when you are creating drops through mutes?" Just to beat the dead horse I already killed, I would argue that you touch so few of the nobs on both Hex modules that they are not worth the space.

[@mylarmelodies]

Yeah it’s all good points - the problem is if you ditch the Hex, you have to find ways to mix and sum elsewhere, and using an external mixer (which I’ve done in the past!) is a bit of a mare live as you have to patch everything into it at a show. You also need to find a way to do sidechaining within it? And you may need an external compressor anyhow…it’s all a question of what’s easier to set up and carry…

[@davidalbrec]

So many different hi hats 😂

[@mylarmelodies]

I wear many hats.

[@CarlsbadSGP2007]

Die hard fans demand more Trigger Riot use!

[@DivKid]

The snare getting lost in the side chain would be fixed by offsetting the time. Typically claps and snares in a modern production are nudged forward so they come in just before the kick. That way you get the transient, then it would duck, then if long enough you'd get some tail. In modular you need a gate sequencer that can offset timing. Often in modular that means putting the snare/clap on a beat early and delaying the time so it's almost on the beat you want it. Just sharing a random thought while watching.

[@mylarmelodies]

Ja, good idea. For me a good solution too would be to not allow it to be sidechained but maybe submix it into the kick channel so it’s always available - takes another mixer/unity mixer tho!

[@kevinbatchelor9566]

I must be crazy but I almost never prefer the side chained kick sound.

[@thinksocrates]

What defines an "acid sequence"?

[@mylarmelodies]

Slides and accents, and cheekiness

[@TheCuri]

11k € on modulargrids xDDD thats kind of awesome...

[@mylarmelodies]

Best to not think about such things (or buy everything new)

[@effiksmusic]

First Comment.

[@mylarmelodies]

And best

[@jekanyika]

5:21 I also hate that word.

[@PandaPotPies]

steevio.

[@mylarmelodies]

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[@chasethevioletsun9996]

We;lp, I expect Pico DSPs to be sold out everywhere nao because I A M F U L L Y W E T