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VOLT55 + Shield combines a compact USB-C-powered Eurorack power supply with a filtered distribution busboard. Available as VOLT55 S, M or L, the system provides isolated power rails for studio, stage and portable setups using a compatible USB-C PD adapter or power bank. The Shield offers 28 module connectors in separate analog and digital zones to reduce interference, and additional Shields can be daisy-chained. Three front-panel USB-A ports supply external devices and share the +5V rail with your modules.Choose the capacity that suits your system:VOLT55 S: +12V 2500mA / -12V 1250mA / +5V 2000mA.VOLT55 M: +12V 4000mA / -12V 2500mA / +5V 2000mA.VOLT55 L: +12V 5000mA / -12V 2500mA / +5V 2000mA.S requires a USB-C PD source rated for at least 65W at 20V/3.25A; M and L require at least 100W at 20V/5A. The external power source is not included.Features:• USB-C Power Delivery 3.0 input• Isolated power conversion and filtered distribution• 28 Shield connectors in analog/digital zones• Daisy-chain expansion with additional Shields• Three USB-A power outputs sharing the +5V rail• Soft-start; voltage, current, short-circuit and temperature protection• Shield connection cable and six adhesive feet included
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Shield is a filtered Eurorack power distribution busboard for the Black Noise Modular VOLT55 ecosystem. Its connectors are divided into separate analog and digital zones to reduce noise passing from digital modules into the analog signal path. Multiple boards can be daisy-chained to expand a system. This is the assembled version, supplied with a connection cable and six adhesive mounting feet. First-generation VOLT55 units require a dedicated compatibility cable.Features• 28 filtered module power connectors• Separate zones for analog and digital modules• Daisy-chain connection for additional busboards• Designed for VOLT55 power supplies• Board dimensions: 245 × 65 mm; height: 12 mm• Connection cable and six adhesive mounting feet included• Assembled version
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Ether is an analog stereo output module that connects a Eurorack system to mixers, audio interfaces, active speakers, recorders and effects pedals. It converts modular audio to line level through balanced 6.35 mm TRS outputs. A separate stereo headphone output has its own volume control for monitoring during recording and live performance. Its compact, transformerless circuit is inspired by vintage French military radio equipment and adapted for modern components.Features• Stereo inputs with left-to-right mono normalization• Two balanced 6.35 mm TRS line outputs• Dedicated 6.35 mm stereo headphone output• Independent main and headphone volume controls• Two input-level LEDs• Fully analog, transformerless circuit• 20 Hz–20 kHz frequency response• 0.03% THD+N; signal-to-noise ratio above 120 dB• Beginner-friendly DIY kit with pre-soldered SMD componentsDIY-Kit-TypeSMD-Kit-1. This is a Do-It-Yourself kit, not an assembled module. The kit includes all parts to build the module. All SMD parts are pre-soldered, only trough-hole parts to solder. For build guide, more info, videos etc. please check the buttons below.
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A spare adapter PCB for potentiometers or jack sockets used with the Erica Synths EDU DIY Labor prototyping platform. It provides the mounting and electrical interface needed to connect a suitable control or socket to Labor’s modular interfacing section. The PCB is supplied separately; the desired component and pin headers must be fitted and soldered as described in the Labor manual.Features• Spare potentiometer/jack socket adapter PCB• Designed for EDU DIY Labor’s modular interfacing section• PCB only• Component and connector soldering required• Assembly instructions in the Labor manual
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An illustrated book that explains how to design a shift register-based drum sequencer from scratch. Starting with a single-button tap looper, it develops a rhythm composer with a clear button, metronome LED, accent and pitch CV outputs. Schematics, breadboard layouts and practical design challenges explain each stage. Based on the EDU DIY Drum Sequencer documentation, the book also covers assembly, troubleshooting, patching and circuit modifications. Experiments can use LABOR or a standard breadboard with a dual power supply or two 9V batteries. Electronic components are sourced separately.Features• Step-by-step shift register-based sequencer design• Schematics, breadboard layouts and browser-based simulations• Practical circuit design challenges• EDU DIY Drum Sequencer assembly and troubleshooting• Beat programming, LFO-based accents and melodic sequences• Modifications for tempo range, accent feel and melody conversion• Printed guide; electronic components are separate
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A spare adapter PCB for switches used with the Erica Synths EDU DIY Labor prototyping platform. It connects a suitable switch to Labor’s modular interfacing section, allowing switching functions to be added to experimental circuits. The PCB is supplied separately; the switch and pin headers must be fitted and soldered according to the Labor assembly instructions.Features• Spare switch adapter PCB• Designed for EDU DIY Labor’s modular interfacing section• PCB only• Switch and connector soldering required• Assembly instructions in the Labor manual
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The product is a front panel only.Replacement front panel with updated graphics for the Erica Synths EDU DIY Snare Drum. This is the Snare drum variant of the new-design EDU DIY System Panels. It gives an existing Snare Drum module a consistent appearance alongside the KONSTRUKT-8 EDU DIY Drum System.Features• Snare drum panel variant• Updated graphics for the EDU DIY Snare Drum• Matches the visual design of KONSTRUKT-8• 10 HP width; 3U Eurorack format• Front panel only; electronics are not included
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The product is a front panel only.Replacement front panel with updated graphics for the Erica Synths EDU DIY Compressor. This is the Compressor variant of the new-design EDU DIY System Panels. It gives an existing Compressor module a consistent appearance alongside the KONSTRUKT-8 EDU DIY Drum System.Features• Compressor panel variant• Updated graphics for the EDU DIY Compressor• Matches the visual design of KONSTRUKT-8• 10 HP width; 3U Eurorack format• Front panel only; electronics are not included
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The product is a front panel only.Replacement front panel with updated graphics for the Erica Synths EDU DIY Hi Hat. This is the Hi Hat variant of the new-design EDU DIY System Panels. It gives an existing Hi Hat module a consistent appearance alongside the KONSTRUKT-8 EDU DIY Drum System.Features• Hi Hat panel variant• Updated graphics for the EDU DIY Hi Hat• Matches the visual design of KONSTRUKT-8• 10 HP width; 3U Eurorack format• Front panel only; electronics are not included
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The product is a front panel only.Replacement front panel with updated graphics for the Erica Synths EDU DIY Kick Drum. This is the Kick drum variant of the new-design EDU DIY System Panels. It gives an existing Kick Drum module a consistent appearance alongside the KONSTRUKT-8 EDU DIY Drum System.Features• Kick drum panel variant• Updated graphics for the EDU DIY Kick Drum• Matches the visual design of KONSTRUKT-8• 10 HP width; 3U Eurorack format• Front panel only; electronics are not included
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EDU DIY Output Mixer 2 is an intermediate-level learning kit from the mki x es.EDU Drums System, created by Erica Synths and Moritz Klein. It teaches you how to build and understand a 4-channel Eurorack output mixer from scratch, starting on a breadboard and ending as a fully functional Eurorack module using the included PCB and panel.The circuit covers essential analog audio building blocks, including an inverting op-amp summing mixer, per-channel volume controls, a send/return loop, diode soft-clipping distortion and a headphone driver. The detailed illustrated manual explains each stage with clear diagrams and analogies, making the kit a practical way to learn how mixers, distortion circuits and headphone outputs work.Once assembled, EDU DIY Output Mixer 2 provides four input channels with individual level controls, per-channel sends, a return control, a variable distortion insert effect, plus line and headphone outputs. It is designed as a hands-on educational project for builders with basic electronics knowledge and previous DIY experience.All small components for the breadboard build are included, together with the Eurorack PCB, panel, power cable and a 40+ page digital manual. A breadboard, jumpers and a dual power supply are required separately. For a smoother learning experience, the kit can also be used with Labor, Erica Synths’ dedicated prototyping platform for EDU DIY learning kits.Features• Part of the mki x es.EDU Drums System by Erica Synths and Moritz Klein.• Breadboard learning build plus final Eurorack PCB and panel.• Four input channels with individual volume controls.• Send/return loop with per-channel send and return control.• Variable diode soft-clipping distortion.• Line output and headphone output.• Teaches op-amp summing, mixing, distortion and headphone driver design.DIY-Kit-TypeTHT-Kit-1. This is a Do-It-Yourself kit, not an assembled module. The kit includes all parts to build the module. Only trough-hole parts to solder. Make sure to check the build guide before you buy. For build guide, more info, videos etc. please check the buttons below.
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Kaseta is a multi-purpose Eurorack module inspired by reel-to-reel tape machines. It models magnetic hysteresis for warm tape-style saturation and provides four independent, freely positioned reading heads that can create conventional echoes, rhythmic patterns, looping textures and complex feedback networks.Up to five minutes of audio can be recorded. Dedicated tone, wow and flutter controls shape the tape character, while individual head controls and stereo panning turn the four taps into a flexible spatial delay. The preamp can move from attenuation to strong drive, and saturation can be pushed beyond its normal limits for harsher distortion.Four assignable control inputs make nearly every parameter voltage controllable. Kaseta also includes an internal 1V/oct oscillator and a trigger sequencer derived from the delay heads, allowing it to work as a delay, sound source, rhythm generator or modulation utility.Features• Four-head tape-style delay• Up to 5 minutes of audio recording• Magnetic hysteresis saturation simulation• Tone, wow and flutter controls• Individual head position, speed, feedback, volume and pan• Stereo output• Four assignable CV inputs• Internal voltage-controlled oscillator with 1V/oct tracking• Trigger sequencer and impulse output• 24-bit / 48 kHz audio• LED parameter visualizationDIY-Kit-Type:SMD-Kit-1. This is a Do-It-Yourself kit, not an assembled module. The kit includes all parts to build the module. All SMD parts are pre-soldered, only trough-hole parts to solder. For build guide, more info, videos etc. please check the buttons below.
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Arplus combines a quantizer, CV-controlled arpeggiator and six-voice Karplus-Strong string synthesizer in a single Eurorack module. Its 31 scales range from Western diatonic modes to Arabic maqam, Indian melakarta, Japanese pentatonics and even quarter-, semi- and whole-tone divisions.The arpeggiator creates evolving patterns from the selected scale and chord, while the quantized 1V/oct output can drive other oscillators. Chords can contain up to eight notes, scales can be customized and parameters without dedicated CV inputs can be assigned through flexible CV mapping.The internal physical-modeling engine can pluck or bow up to six virtual strings, using either its internal excitation or an external audio burst. A resonant filter, contour control and three stereo routing modes shape sounds from tight staccato plucks to wide, sustained pads and resonating soundscapes.Features• Quantizer, arpeggiator and string synthesizer• 6-voice Karplus-Strong physical modeling• External audio input for custom excitation• 31 scales including microtonal scale families• Customizable scales and chords of up to 8 notes• CV-controllable arpeggiator patterns• Quantized 1V/oct output• Flexible CV mapping• Three stereo output modes• Resonant filter and adjustable contour• 20 HP, skiff-friendly Eurorack moduleDIY-Kit-Type:SMD-Kit-1. This is a Do-It-Yourself kit, not an assembled module. The kit includes all parts to build the module. All SMD parts are pre-soldered, only trough-hole parts to solder. For build guide, more info, videos etc. please check the buttons below.
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Achordion is a chord-crafting, quantizing wavetable oscillator for Eurorack. It combines 37 smoothly transitioning wavetables with up to 18 simultaneous voices, producing anything from clean single tones and warm pads to dense, detuned walls of sound.Four playing styles – single tone, chords, arpeggios and intervals – make harmony immediately playable. Notes are quantized to a selectable scale, so the module can handle the underlying music theory while remaining intuitive for live performance and experimentation.Two independent 1V/oct inputs create separate melodic lines, and two audio outputs can either carry those lines independently or mix them when only one output is patched. Dedicated controls and CV inputs for wavetable, tone, detune and chord selection, together with an eight-LED display, keep complex voicings easy to navigate.Features• Quantizing wavetable oscillator and chord generator• 37 smoothly transitioning wavetables in four banks• Up to 18 simultaneous voices• Sub-octaves, duplicated tones and chords• 4 modes: single tone, chords, arpeggios, intervals• Quantization to a selectable scale• Dual 1V/oct inputs and dual audio outputs• 8 LEDs visualize parameters and settings• Open-source Rust firmware on Daisy Patch SM• 10 HP, skiff-friendly Eurorack moduleDIY-Kit-Type:SMD-Kit-1. This is a Do-It-Yourself kit, not an assembled module. The kit includes all parts to build the module. All SMD parts are pre-soldered, only trough-hole parts to solder. For build guide, more info, videos etc. please check the buttons below.
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nexusMIDI is a 6HP Eurorack phybus expander that adds four classic DIN MIDI ports to connected midiphy modules such as zetaSID. With two MIDI inputs and two MIDI outputs in standard 5-pin DIN format, it makes it easy to connect external keyboards, controllers, sequencers, DAWs and MIDI hardware to a phybus-based modular setup.Designed as the central MIDI gateway for zetaSID and other phybus instruments, nexusMIDI enables polyphonic MIDI keyboard control, MIDI clock synchronization, modulation via pitch bend and mod wheel, velocity-sensitive dynamics, SysEx patch transfer and ASID SID-file playback. In combination with multiple zetaSID modules, it turns a phybus instrument cluster into a classic MIDI-controlled polyphonic synthesizer with up to six stereo voices.The module uses reliable standard MIDI circuitry for stable communication, even with longer MIDI cables. MIDI data can be routed through the phybus network using virtual patching, reducing cable clutter while keeping connected modules flexible and recallable. Status LEDs provide clear visual feedback for MIDI activity and available ports, making nexusMIDI practical in both studio and live setups.With its high-quality milled aluminium front panel, compact 30mm depth and standard Eurorack power connection, nexusMIDI is a focused expansion module for musicians who want to integrate zetaSID and phybus systems with traditional MIDI workflows.Features• 6HP Eurorack MIDI expander for phybus systems.• Adds 2 × MIDI In and 2 × MIDI Out via standard 5-pin DIN ports.• Designed for zetaSID and other midiphy phybus modules.• Enables polyphonic MIDI control of zetaSID clusters.• Supports MIDI clock sync for arpeggiators, LFOs and wave sequencers.• Routes pitch, gates, triggers and modulation via phybus.• Supports pitch bend, mod wheel and velocity-based control.• Sends arpeggios, SysEx patch data and MIDI messages to external gear.• ASID over SysEx support for SID-file playback with zetaSID.• Status LEDs for MIDI activity and port feedback.• High-quality milled aluminium front panel.• Power consumption: +12V 90mA, no −12V or 5V required.• Up to 15 nexusMIDI units per bus expansion, 60 physical MIDI ports total.
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Midiphy - Wirescanner is a compact DIY cable tester designed to quickly validate IDC and MicroMatch ribbon cables used in Eurorack, MIDIbox and midiphy hardware builds. Instead of guessing where a cable fault might be, the Wirescanner displays the connection pattern graphically on a 16 × 16 LED matrix, making continuity errors, wrong pin mappings or faulty ribbon cables easy to spot at a glance.The tool is especially useful when building or servicing complex DIY projects such as the midiphy SEQ v4+, MatriX or other systems using internal ribbon connections. It supports IDC 8/10/16 and MicroMatch 8/10 cables, covering common Eurorack power cables as well as many internal data connections found in synth and DIY electronics projects.Built without a microprocessor, Wirescanner offers a direct and practical testing workflow: connect the cable, check the LED pattern and confirm whether the wiring is correct. A clean diagonal line indicates a properly wired straight cable, while deviations immediately reveal crossed, missing or problematic connections.The full kit includes the necessary parts and enclosure, making it a useful workshop tool for DIY builders, modular technicians and anyone assembling ribbon cables by hand. Small, visual and easy to use, the midiphy Wirescanner helps prevent hard-to-trace build errors before they become bigger problems.Features:• DIY cable tester for IDC and MicroMatch ribbon cables.• Supports IDC 8/10/16 and MicroMatch 8/10 connections.• Graphical 16 × 16 LED matrix for visual cable validation.• Useful for Eurorack power cables and internal synth DIY wiring.• Helps detect crossed, missing or faulty cable connections.• No microprocessor required.• Full kit includes all parts and enclosure.• Practical tool for midiphy SEQ v4+, MatriX and MIDIbox builds.• Suitable for DIY builders, repair benches and modular workshops.DIY-Kit-Type:SMD-Kit-2. This is a Do-It-Yourself kit, not an assembled module. The kit includes all parts to build the module. It includes SMD and through-hole parts! For build guide, more info, videos etc. please check the buttons below.
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zetaSID is a compact 4HP Eurorack synthesizer voice that brings the legendary SID sound into a modern modular format. Based on the MIDIbox SID synthesis engine, it offers deep digital sound design, animated OLED visual feedback and powerful expansion through the midiphy phybus system.A single zetaSID works as a monophonic CV/gate-controlled SID voice, while multiple units can be linked into a larger polyphonic instrument. With nexusMIDI and phybus expansion, zetaSID can grow into a full MIDI-controlled synthesizer with up to six stereo voices, while unused CV and gate inputs can be reassigned as additional modulation sources.The sound engine includes six LFOs, two advanced envelopes, eight modulation paths, four wave sequencers, three oscillator arpeggiators and a 24 × 14 trigger matrix. This allows everything from classic chiptune tones and animated arpeggios to acid-style basslines, evolving digital textures and percussive C64-inspired sounds. zetaSID also includes Lead, Bassline and Drum engines, giving it a wide range of synthesis options in a very small footprint.The integrated OLED display visualizes oscillator outputs, arpeggio patterns, filter curves and other sound parameters, making patch editing more immediate. Thanks to phybus UI cooperation, multiple zetaSID modules can work together as one expanded interface, with different units controlling different parts of the same patch.zetaSID ships with 100 preset patches in its internal ROM bank and supports optional microSD storage for session recall and patch handling. With its milled aluminium front panel, compact depth and strong modular connectivity, zetaSID is a powerful SID-inspired Eurorack voice for chiptune, basslines, drums, experimental synthesis and expandable polyphonic setups.Features• Compact 4HP Eurorack SID synthesizer voice.• Based on the MIDIbox SID synthesis engine.• Monophonic CV/gate control or expandable polyphonic MIDI setup.• phybus expansion for multi-unit linking and UI cooperation.• Up to six stereo voices with 12 linked zetaSID modules.• Lead, Bassline and Drum sound engines.• Six LFOs, two envelopes and eight modulation paths.• Four wave sequencers and three oscillator arpeggiators.• 24 × 14 event trigger matrix for deep sound design.• Animated OLED display for oscillator, filter and pattern visualization.• 100 factory ROM patches included.• Optional microSD support for saving and recalling sessions.• CV input, gate input and Eurorack audio output.
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The MAT 16X8 is an extremely compact ultra light audio and MIDI interface for mobile live setups, hardware synthesizers, drum machines, modular systems and external effects units. With 16 inputs, 8 outputs and extensive MIDI connectivity, it offers a flexible solution for performance, recording and complex routing in a format that fits easily into any mobile setup.In combination with a computer, iPad, MPC or any other USB Audio Class 2.0 compatible host system, the MAT 16X8 can be used via the host software as a performance mixer, multitrack recorder, effects routing hub or compact studio interface. For modular systems, a level converter may be required depending on the application.The interface operates at 24-bit resolution with sample rates of up to 96 kHz and high-quality converters offering up to 110 dB signal-to-noise ratio. Thanks to its Direct-In concept without additional preamps, the noise floor remains especially low, making it ideal for line-level signals from synthesizers, grooveboxes and drum machines. The very low roundtrip latency of up to 3.7 ms ensures a direct playing feel for live performance and recording.Measuring only 222 × 60 × 11 mm and weighing just 135 g, the MAT 16X8 is exceptionally lightweight and space-saving. It is powered directly via USB and requires no external power supply. The 16 inputs and 8 outputs are provided through robust 3.5 mm TRS stereo jacks, with enough spacing for common connectors. Standard Y-cables can be used for 6.3 mm jack connections or mono signals.An adjustable headphone amplifier with pre-listening function allows separate monitoring of output 1/2 or 3/4. For MIDI setups, the interface provides a TRS-A/B auto-sensing MIDI input and two independently addressable TRS-A MIDI outputs, making it easy to integrate more complex devices or create separate clock routings.The DC-coupled outputs allow CV control in the range of ±2.5 V, expanding the interface for modular applications. The reduced, robust PCB design without a traditional enclosure keeps weight and height to a minimum, while synthetic rubber bands serve as scratch and slip protection and help with cable management. Design, development, final assembly and testing are carried out in Germany.Features• 16 inputs and 8 outputs in an ultra-compact format.• USB Audio Class 2.0 compatible and bus-powered.• 24-bit audio with up to 96 kHz sample rate.• High-quality converters with up to 110 dB SNR.• Direct-In concept for a low noise floor with line-level signals.• Very low latency of up to 3.7 ms roundtrip.• 8 TRS 3.5 mm stereo inputs for 16 input channels.• 4 TRS 3.5 mm stereo outputs for 8 output channels.• Adjustable headphone amplifier with pre-listening function.• TRS-A/B auto-sensing MIDI In and 2 × TRS-A MIDI Out.• DC-coupled outputs for CV applications up to ±2.5 V.• Compatible with iOS, macOS, Windows, Linux and many standalone hosts.• Only 222 × 60 × 11 mm and 135 g.• Designed, developed, assembled and tested in Germany.
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Single panel only - requires a Plinky 12 to plug into and play.Plinky 12 is a family of three expressive polyphonic synthesizers built around a new Plinky sound engine, a touch-first performance interface and a flexible swappable-panel hardware design. Each version – Blocks, Chords and Toadstep – turns the same ultra-thin core instrument into a different musical environment. Multi-timbral sequencing, harmonic exploration, acid-style step sequencing and generative melodies everything is possible with the Plinky 12.At the center of Plinky 12 is a 16 × 16 RGB matrix of pressure-sensitive capacitive touch pads, allowing expressive control over notes, modulation and performance gestures. The built-in multi-timbral synth engine combines sample playback with wavetable synthesis and includes a full VCF, VCA, wavefolder, ADSR, XY control, motion-recording LFOs, five additional modulation LFOs, accelerometer control, CV input and a powerful 5 × 30 modulation matrix. The result is a deeply playable instrument with wide sound-design potential and unmistakable Plinky character.Plinky 12 is housed in a sturdy steel enclosure only 12mm thick and includes 12 top-mounted 3.5mm TRS jacks for MIDI, Eurorack CV, clock, audio and hardware integration. USB-C provides power, USB audio, MIDI, serial and WebUSB connectivity, while an SD card slot stores presets, samples and songs. The platform also supports in-browser tools at plinky12.com, including a sample editor, bank creator, MIDI controller designer and coding environment for building custom synths, controllers and instruments in C++ without installing software.Each Plinky 12 version works as a standalone instrument. Blocks expands the original Plinky concept into a multi-timbral groovebox with 10 tracks, clip launching, live editing, insert effects, chord sequencing and piano-roll control. Chords, created by Making Sound Machines, focuses on harmonic movement, expressive voicings and fast musical exploration. Toadstep, created by Toadstool Tech, transforms Plinky 12 into a four-track step sequencer for funky riffs, acid lines, experimental patterns and live improvisation.Because the hardware is built around swappable panels, the same Plinky 12 main unit can become Blocks, Chords or Toadstep by changing the front panel — no firmware upload required. Additional panels are available separately, making Plinky 12 an evolving platform for new instruments, controllers and community-created musical tools.Features• Family of three expressive polyphonic synthesizers: Blocks, Chords and Toadstep.• 16 × 16 RGB matrix with pressure-sensitive capacitive touch pads.• Multi-timbral synth engine with sample playback and wavetable synthesis.• VCF, VCA, wavefolder, ADSR, XY control and extensive modulation.• 5 × 30 modulation matrix, motion-recording LFOs and accelerometer control.• Swappable front panels for changing instrument workflows.• 12 × 3.5mm TRS jacks for CV, clock, MIDI and audio connectivity.• USB-C power, USB audio, MIDI, serial and WebUSB support.• SD card storage for presets, samples and songs.• In-browser tools for sample editing, bank creation, MIDI controller design and C++ development.• Pre-assembled hardware in a 12mm-thin steel enclosure.• Dimensions: 305 × 305mm, 12mm deep.Plinky 12 Blocks• Multi-timbral groovebox-style panel.• 10 tracks for sequencing, performance and editing.• Clip launching, live insert effects and chord sequencing.• Piano-roll view on a pressure-sensitive touch surface.Plinky 12 Chords• Harmonic performance instrument created by Making Sound Machines.• Designed for expressive chords, voicings and progressions.• Fast access to melodic and harmonic movement.Plinky 12 Toadstep• Four-track step sequencer created by Toadstool Tech.• Built for acid lines, funky riffs and generative melodies.• Direct sequencing workflow for live performance and improvisation.Technical specs• Power: USB-C, 5V 500mA.• CPU: RP2350 microcontroller.• Storage: 2MB firmware, 14MB sample flash, SD card support.• Memory: 512k RAM and 8MB PSRAM.• Audio: stereo unbalanced audio input and output, USB class-compliant audio out.• MIDI: TRS MIDI In, 2 × TRS MIDI Out and USB MIDI.• CV: clock in, reset in, clock out, 2 × CV inputs, 2 × CV outputs.• Additional features: stereo microphone, accelerometer and four tactile side buttons.
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Plinky 12 Toadstep is a four-track step sequencer and expressive synthesizer built for acid lines, funky riffs, generative melodies and live pattern creation. Created by Toadstool Tech, the designer behind the Ectocore Eurorack module, Toadstep brings a fast and playful sequencing workflow to the Plinky 12 platform.The 16 × 16 RGB pressure-sensitive touch matrix becomes a direct performance surface for programming, shaping and transforming sequences. Its four-track structure makes it easy to build rhythmic basslines, evolving melodic patterns and self-generating musical ideas while keeping the workflow immediate and hands-on.Toadstep uses the Plinky 12 synth engine, combining sample playback and wavetable synthesis with filtering, wavefolding, envelopes, XY control, motion-recording LFOs and a powerful modulation matrix. With CV, MIDI, USB audio and SD card support, it works as a standalone instrument, a modular companion or a compact sequencing hub for external gear.Features• Four-track Plinky 12 step sequencer and expressive synthesizer.• Created by Toadstool Tech for live sequencing and improvisation.• Designed for acid lines, funky riffs and generative melodies.• 16 × 16 RGB pressure-sensitive capacitive touch matrix.• Sample playback and wavetable synthesis engine.• VCF, VCA, wavefolder, ADSR and extensive modulation.• CV, MIDI, USB audio and SD card support.• Swappable front-panel system with expandable instrument options.• Pre-assembled in a 12mm-thin steel enclosure.