Mutable Instruments Ripples (NEW! 2020 version) // Multimode Eurorack Filter Demo & Patch Ideas!

[@fakshen1973]

Glad to see that the beautiful mind behind Mutable is alive and well.

[@ryanpwm]

Came here to say this. Yes! It was sad to hear about issues going on. This is surely a great way to come back. Hit us with an upgrade to the basic bones liquid AF filter. Ripples was the first filter I owned two of. Safe to say I'll end up selling these and buying the new version. I'll have to say though, I may have to buy the new ones first so I can keep my magenta and green knobs! I own two shelves as well... pls help my wallet if there's a shelves update

[@joncharnis4679]

don't be too excited. 2 more modules will come out after this and then its the end of MI likely forever according to Emilie

[@fractalist8948]

@@joncharnis4679 Why?

[@soejrd24978]

@Octavio P. Definitely not, she has explained herself very well on why she quit. She found that the design process for modules became stale and repetitive and she needed a new venture.

[@compucorder64]

@Octavio P. If I had to guess, it's more likely due to attitudes like yours.

[@ChR_is]

i came here for an overview of ripples. i left with an in-depth about filters.. mesmerizing! awesome video!

[@vinylarchaeologist]

22 minutes of Ripples? who has the patience? 22 minutes later: what, it's over already?

[@patienthands]

Those two sounds between 1:11 - 1:17 were so beautiful

[@RobinRimbaudScanner]

A thorough walk through and lots of inspiring patches there in a short time! Thanks as ever Ben!

[@Logarithmmusicofficial]

THAT LAST PATCH. I love how much modulation and envelopes are going into a straight 16th trigger, I’ve never thought of that. Awesome!!!

[@DivKid]

yeah it's one of the best things about modular formats, all the modulation options you can explore and mix together.

[@Logarithmmusicofficial]

@@DivKid especially the vca/ dual input on ripples is really a game changer. I actually ordered mine after watching the video, great stuff 👍

[@DivKid]

Yeah extra VCAs are always welcome!

[@jamesbtex58]

I’ve listened to a LOT of Eurorack module reviews over the past 6 months to help me choose the equipment I wanted for mine. By far, you do a much better job reviewing these modules and their features then anyone I have listened to. Being a Yank, I do have a little bit of a hard time making out some of the words due to a heavy Brit accent but just a little bit and when I do there is always closed caption providing it translates properly, LOL. Still I love the that cool British accent! Your reviews are the most information and help me clearly understand all the terminology on the first pass! My career was for 30 years troubleshooting electronics to component level and 20 of those was doing in on Supercomputer Hardware so you might say I’m sharper then the average tool. But still I was having a tough time learning some of the terminology and at other times I would understand it well but found some reviewers would cover this part of a module, some would cover that part and I was having to watch multiple reviews from multiple reviewers to full understand one module. Not so with every one of your reviews! I feel like I watch it once about a specific modules and I then have a full understanding of all the features and capabilities of the module when I’m finished watching yours. You can really tell you have done your homework, feel completely comfortable talking about them and very much enjoy doing so. Keep up the great work!

[@DivKid]

that's a really nice comment James, thank you. Always trying to keep things focussed and musical and going through all the features and sounds. Cheers!

[@ghostofpanama622]

No such thing as a “Brit” accent. Mr DivKid has an accent from the north (Bradford, I think), while I have one from London. Both he and I will struggle with accents but certainly not in intent and communication. Please, real life is more subtle than a paint-one-colour US interpretation. However, I see your comment as positive so don’t take offence. :)

[@Audiorial]

Another most excellent review, thank you Ben, I've learnt a few things, as usual. I miss your reviews, I hope you are doing well.

[@omapots]

the first filter sweep sold it for me

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

Would love this along with Plaits and Rings so lovely!

[@Gruftgrabbler]

Watching this kind of tutorials make me want a modular so hard. I have "only" a MiniBrute 2 and a 0-Coast, with them I already can do a million things but the lack of additional VCA's, Mixers and Filters or whatever really hurts. Maybe this year is my one. If I have a little bit luck I can effort my first little eurorack system

[@derivativ3]

It is definitely worth every penny. Extra mixers, VCAs or filters can really help out a semi-modular system, but also look into modular effects too to go along with those. Here's some module recommendations for a modular newbie: I prefer VC8 from Erogenous Tones for the VCAs, the Make Noise QPAS for stereo filtering or Xaoc Device's Belgrad for mono dual filtering. Ripples is definitely a kicker too! Any mixer module works fine. For an effect, a small but useful multi-effect is the Endorphines Milky way, and if you want to dive into the deep end, look at Intellijel's Rainmaker or Make Noise's Mimeophon. Cheers, and take careful note of bank balance ;)

[@skunksmisery]

Did you buy the MB2 to add a rackbrute? Of course you did!

[@blaythessteuer]

go for it. buy slow and buy used it can be quite manageable

[@LittleZdy]

Worth the journey.

[@kekevil]

It's been a while since I expected a not too expensive filter with all the features requested. Thank you for this video, I just ordered a copy of Ripple for my eurorack system.

[@LoVeAmBiEnT]

The acid part is my fav. Sounds so good. Slow. Funky acid.

[@sbookholt]

The KZbin generated subtitles are golden here :) Check 18:50 for instance

[@distorson]

I guess that really speaks for the vocal quality of the tone :D

[@homeslice1479]

I learn so many concepts from watching your videos!

[@fosferus]

You are a master of the craft Ben. From intro cuts and timing indexes to explanations and patch examples themselves. Bravo.

[@soundpalette2438]

My god its the holy-grail; a good sounding modular kick.

[@reedtrygd4277]

sound palette a good sounding modular kick? Finally a replacement for Peaks!

[@PercivalThe23]

@@reedtrygd4277 peaks is a very nice module

[@ellopropello]

that 303 style thing rocks

[@richnewman]

Man, I've been using this module with the Matriarch and it's a wonder. Love the sounds this thing comes up with.

[@MatthewKallen]

Seriously Ben. You are a master and you have brought me HOURS of entertainment with your videos and tutorials. This is awesome and will be replacing my Ripples v1 with this now ;)

[@rainbowninja69420]

Well worth upgrading my current ripples imo, i use it for my bassline in my live case so those extra features are very attractive

[@stavridafilms]

brilliant and useful review as always!

[@TomMadisonSoundsLewis]

Wondered if Emile would get this into your capable hands! Lovely vid m8, per usual x

[@stephenwincelowicz2594]

Great stuff ! Always appreciate your content!! Could you explain the ripples rings patch a bit por favor ?

[@DivKid]

Hi Stephen, the Ripples and Rings patch is making a normal subtractive patch (oscillator into filter/Ripples) then that whole sound is going into Rings, so Rings is used as a resonator effect, not just a voice on its own.

[@darksideothetune]

One of my favorite filters ever! I think I need to get the new one!!

[@gammaphonic]

And I just bought a Ripples about four weeks ago. Oh well, old or new version, they both great sounding filters :)

[@caseyhunted]

Ahk! I also snagged a classic ripples brand new from a shop on a visit to chicago. I’d wanted to support the store, but sorta wished id picked it up used after the fact. Now I wish I’d waited entirely!!!

[@alanc6752]

Great demo and synth lesson Sir Divward. I took notes. Mutable Instruments got a great video!

[@CapRockout]

Can't wait to try the new overdriven input when mine arrives tomorrow. Thanks again for the great video. Cheers!

[@maracuder]

Thank you very much. I really loved the low pass gate stuff, giving it some Datassette Vibe.

[@alancurrall]

Great demo. Thanks for all the ideas Ben.

[@strobeant144]

What a fantastic demo! I’m sold, so take my money💰💰💰

[@Paul-js9eq]

Everyone of your videos should carry a warning, another module on my list. Can I ask what drums you were using at 5.19 the acid 303 part, it sounded brilliant. Thank you

[@DivKid]

What I really hope you get from it is a load of patch ideas. To try with this module, or with anything else. Certainly try them with other filters you might have first. You're always welcome to ask, I might not remember on some older videos ... however, I can hear this is the Hexinvert Mutant Drums. Which do sound great.

[@Paul-js9eq]

Hi, I appreciate your quick answer, I am very impressed with the module and can see the potential it offers. But I do have a problem in that I need to get drums in my rig. The sound that patch sure hit the spot and please rest assured your work gives me plenty of ideas to help me improve my patching. First class sir.@@DivKid

[@DivKid]

Check out the Trinity from ModBap, VPME Quad Drum or the Squid Salmple all of which I really enjoy and get great range from.

[@Paul-js9eq]

Shall do, cheers@@DivKid

[@kevinewing6518]

HP kick pump is something I do almost always with the Digitakt

[@nickmarkham3743]

Do Ripples' Inputs and VCA/LP output pass DC signals? That would make it very useful for some Serge style patching, as say, a 2 channel mixer, feedback path, voltage processor/wobbler/slew. . .

[@DivKid]

Yes, there's some sub audio here ... "18:07 How to turn Ripples into an LFO (with waveshaping and AM)"

[@brianreilly6545]

Masterful patching thx for the tutorial!

[@BlueWolfSe7en]

Superb, splendiferous, magnificent...take your pick 👌

[@mrbreaker101]

Great video. I think this is going to be my first MI module. Outstanding filter.

[@dgp1498]

really nice as usual! lots of tips here! thank you

[@LarsBjerregaard]

Great review Ben! The thing sounds lovely and is packed with attractive features. Thanks!

[@dynamictechbass2582]

Amazing Filter.

[@Systemv1]

Wonderful video, thank you 🙂 In the saturation and bass boost section, do you mind sharing where your kick drum source sound was from?

[@JO-nt6tk]

with the gain at full it reminds me of a cleaner ms20 filter.

[@rossanderton3424]

Looks like my next filter is going to be a 2020 Ripples, great video as usual!

[@StillJustACat]

Such a lovely filter! :) At 7:38, what are you sending into Ripples (that super crunchy modulated fm am sound)? Thx ;)

[@dualtrx]

So. What's the difference from the first version?

[@VictorSteiner]

The 2nd input that has an overdrive and one more filter mode mainly.

[@DivKid]

two inputs instead of one, analogue overdrive/saturation on input 1, high pass mode, resonance compensation so no signal loss or low frequency loss with higher resonance. Not a totally massive make over but a nice update still.

[@LarsBjerregaard]

@@DivKid ... and VCA on both lowpass modes.

Nice!

[@polymorphiaosc9742]

Daaamn thank you.

[@MrTaytoon]

Amazing stuff as always ! What is the dry sound you used at 20:09 ? Sample ?

[@RemeSmokesaplenty]

Curious about this as well

[@saren6538]

Great video as always ! Are M.I re issuing all their modules ?

[@moritzhopner3404]

I love your vidz n vibes man

[@Dogboy73]

Nice. Loads of possibilities for a small module. Sounds great as well. Going to get one of these for sure ;-) EDIT: Bought :D

[@SectorSevenSlumz]

OH man it's nice!

[@temporoboto]

💙

[@DivKid]

turquoise goat love

[@eph_kni]

first! Thank you Ben!

[@swing123swing8]

Hello guys, please -- i am trying to use Ripples with Mother-32, but I don't know how to patch it. The aim is to let M32 play it's sequencer, just replace the M32 filter with Ripples... Can anyone help?

[@nycpny8396]

Ben , what are the differences between the original ripples vcf & this 2020 version? Call me crazy, but I bought the original ripples & wasn't super satisfied with the results. I usually used the Lpg output. Maybe I was too picky, the new version sounds nice. Also, is mutable instruments leaving the modular business?

[@WellsOliver]

What kick drum module are you using?

[@Gruftgrabbler]

the last one sounded really NICE

[@danielvidal807]

Hey Ben, question: I don't know if you've used the alright devices Zzzorb or not.. but if you have, which one do you enjoy or like best? Looking for a nice filter along this price range. (180-250 USD). Thanks for the demo.

[@Umil-25-01]

mmmm this acid section. so tasty

[@MrMarcLaflamme]

Not filter related but how did you do the rest of the acid patching with the accent part where it increases freq and envelope?

[@kaerkiu9815]

Wanted to ask the same

[@Space_pulse]

Towards the end of the video, you can see that he has mixed two envelopes in with a sample and hold using Shades. The sample and hold is moving the level of the envelopes. I think that’s probably what’s giving it the accent effect during the acid jams.

[@corradomorgana]

20TH!

[@chatolars]

Hi, have you checked your Patreon messages ?

[@PercivalThe23]

has the old ripples any advantages to the new one?

[@TheFuturetive]

is this new nersion on sale anywhere yet Im ready to go get one like now that is the daddy and the mummy all at the same time mmmmmmm ahhh

[@l1fef0rm]

But I love my FM knob....

[@l1fef0rm]

Sounds fantastic though.

[@l1fef0rm]

Ah ha, it is there. V/oct to frequency. Should I trade my original? Torn.