Erica Synths
Erica Synths stands as a collective of visionary individuals, including creative minds, accomplished musicians, and ingenious engineers, working in harmony to craft extraordinary and innovative musical instruments. At the core of their mission is a relentless pursuit of excellence in quality, design, and usability.
One notable series from Erica Synths is the Pico series, which offers a compact and affordable solution for modular enthusiasts. These modules are designed to deliver powerful functionality within a minimal form factor, making them ideal for portable setups and space-conscious studios. Despite their compact size, the Pico modules do not compromise on sonic potential, ensuring that musicians can achieve impressive results without compromising their vision.
On the other end of the spectrum, Erica Synths presents the Black series, a range of modules that represents the pinnacle of their craftsmanship. These modules are meticulously designed and engineered to provide unparalleled sound quality, extensive connectivity options, and a wealth of advanced features. The Black series modules are cherished by professionals and dedicated modular enthusiasts who seek the highest levels of sonic expression and performance capabilities.
With a focus on providing top-tier instruments, Erica Synths continues to push the boundaries of modular synthesis. Their dedication to innovation and their commitment to craftsmanship shine through in every module they produce. Discover the exceptional sonic possibilities and expressive potential offered by Erica Synths modules, and elevate your music production to new heights.
The Mutant Brain is the central nervous system connecting your modular analog eurorack system to MIDI gear, especially for percussion, polyphonic notes, and sync duties! It packs 16 eurorack compatible outputs into a tiny, super affordable 8HP package.
The 4 CV outputs and 12 Gate/Trig outputs are all universally reconfigurable. Triggers, gates, clock divisions and sync signals, polyphonic keyboard playing, velocity, sequencer transport, LFOs - you name it!
Configuring your patch is easy - just assign each output as you like in the Mutant Brain Surgery configuration utility, then send the MIDI SysEx file to the module and forget about it - the Mutant Brain remembers it all for you.
Designed with live and studio performance in mind, the Mutant Brain does away with wasted panel space and complex menu-diving interfaces, while freeing you from the limited "auto-learn" type MIDI interface. An auto-learn interface sometimes doesn't play well with the limitless combinations of different gear setups which today's modular performers play live with.
Size: 8HP
Everything sounds better with compression – whether you need a bit of extra pressure for your drum sounds or just that extra touch to make your modular mix more nimble and tight, the Erica Synths Stereo Compressor will make your live performances a joy. The module is optimized for percussion sounds and will be a great addition to any Erica Synths Drum module rig. The Stereo sidechain can be used to animate melodic layers on the beat and to truly bring your Basslines to life.
Features
THAT chip-based stereo compressor
DC coupled sidechain
Gain, Threshold and Compression Amount (Ratio) settings
Stereo Link for level detectors
Bypass switch
8 segment output level VU meter
Size: 10HP
LXR eurorack module is a compact and great-sounding percussion synthesizer based on the sound engine of the LXR-02 drum machine. While retaining the core interface of the LXR-02, this module adds the essential eurorack ingredient - assignable CV control over parameters and many more tweaks in the user interface for better integration in any eurorack system.
Features
6 drum/percussion voices
7 trigger inputs with accents
5 assignable CV inputs
4 assignable outputs
3 voices can be used as basslines due to 1V/oct tuning
Over 30 adjustable parameters per voice
Insert FX section
Kit memory
SD card for Kit exchange and easy firmware updates
Kits compatible with the LXR-02
Size: 28HP
Erica Synths Black Quad VCA, despite its compact size, is designed in line with the Black Series Hi-Fi philosophy, our custom pre-emphasis – de-emphasis circuits preserve all the nuances of the original signal.
Features
4 independent VCAs
Selectable lin/log response for each channel
Manual CV bias and signal level adjustment
Sequential output mixing
Signal level indicator LEDs
Erica Synths Black Quad VCA2 is a versatile four channel voltage controlled amplifier and mixer module for use in complex modular systems. Each channel has linear/logarithmic response selector and signal level indicator LED. All outputs are sequentially mixed and CV inputs are normalled to each other, so you can use the module in various configurations. If no CV is applied, the Black Quad VCA2 performs as a signal mixer, and the 4th channel is DC coupled for controlling CV sources, as well.
Erica Black series are high-end modules with unique functionality. Only the highest quality components are used and all inputs and outputs are protected against undesired overvoltage. When designing the Black Series, we did not economise on the module width, we put design and usability first. Big knobs are assigned to functions that make difference in sound. Together the Erica Black series are a range of modules that make an entire synthesizer.
Technical specifications:
CV level: -10V – +10V
Attenuation level:
CV = 0V (max attenuation) -80dB
CV = +10V (unity gain) +3dB
Response lin/log
Size: 10HP
Erica Synths Black Joystick2 is 4 channel (2-axis on each channel) multi-functional CV and sound source – joystick, movement recorder, distinct LFO, and drone/noise oscillator. It provides great interaction with the modular system and allows to develop unconventional modulation patterns easily.
Features
8 simultaneous CV outputs
2 gate outputs
4 motion record channels
Sine and Random LFOs with adjustable frequency and amplitude
Drone/noise oscillator
Gate record
Two 4-position CV panners
Skiff friendly design
An octopus
Erica Black Series include high-end, unique functionality and superior-quality modules. Only the best, highest-quality components are used, and all inputs and outputs are protected against undesired overvoltage. Erica Black Series consists of a range of modules that are needed to put together the entire synth.
Size: 12HP
Pack of short and simple patch cables from Erica Synths.
The Drum Sequencer is easy to use, classical X0X style live performance oriented sequencer module that provides the ultimate control over your system. Erica Synths Drum Sequencer might be the last modular sequencer for drums and basslines you will ever have to buy!
Features:
16x trigger outputs
12x accent outs
1x CV track with scales
1x Gate track
2x LFO with independent or synced to the BPM frequency
LFO attenuation per out
Max pattern length = 64 steps
Time signature per Track
Direction per track/pattern
Pattern length per Track
Shuffle per track
Probability per step
Retrigger per step
Time shift per step
Instant pattern switching
Solo/Mute tracks
Step/Tap record modes
8 Banks of 16 Patterns
Quick Copy/Paste per tracks & patterns
Pattern linking
Song mode
MIDI sync in with Start/Stop
External 4PPQ clock in
Firmware upgrade via MIDI SysEx
Size: 42hp
The Erica Synths Black Hole DSP 2 is a powerful and versatile digital effects processor designed for use in your Eurorack modular synthesizer system. Developed in collaboration with Erica Synths team rider KODEK and SpinCAD software creator Gary Worsham, the Black Hole DSP 2 features 24 custom effects, each with 3 manually and CV controllable parameters.
In addition to its extensive range of effects, the Black Hole DSP 2 also offers manual and CV control over the sampling frequency, allowing you to span from 48kHz to a truly lo-fi, crunchy sound. And with a full analogue dry/wet control, you'll have complete control over the mix of dry and processed signals.
But the Black Hole DSP 2 isn't just for studio use - it's also perfect for live performances. With the ability to save and instantly recall all effect parameter settings, you can easily switch between sounds on the fly.
Features:
24 custom FV-1 effects
Stereo INs and OUTs
3 manually and CV controllable parameters
CV controlled effect selection
Manually and CV controllable DSP CPU clock rate
Effect settings memory
Full analogue Dry/Wet control
Clipping LED
Size: 16hp
The Erica Synths Black Sequencer takes classical modular sequencing to the next level by adding tons of features required for contemporary modular synthesizers.
Features:
4 CV/GATE/Modulation tracks
MIDI IN and MIDI OUT
Clock and Reset In/Out
16 encoders for easy sequence input
Up to 64 steps per pattern
Song mode – up to 64 patterns in chain, each pattern can be repeated up to 32 times
Note, Glide, Gate length and Modulation adjustment per step
Probability, repeats and ratcheting per step
Microtonal tuning
Adjustable shuffle per track, shuffle mode customization
Timing divisions/multiplications per track
Built-in quantizer
Random pattern generator
16 banks of 16 pattern memory
SD card slot for backup and firmware updates
The Black Sequencer features 4 channels with CV, gate and modulation outputs, up to 64 step sequences that can be chained into songs, independent track time divisions, multiplications and lengths. It includes a built-in quantizer, LFOs, envelope generators, parameter randomization, a MIDI in/out and many other features essential for composing and performing electronic and experimental music. Even though it provides many programmable parameters per step, it’s intuitive, easy and straightforward to use, and we believe that it will become a master controller for many modular setups.
SD card is included!
Size: 42hp
Erica Synths Pico SEQ is a mighty, performance oriented 16 step CV and Gate sequencer packed with virtually all possible features you might expect from a sequencer just in 3HP!
Features:
Electable sequence length – up to 16 steps
Quantized CV output – 9 different scales
Adjustable Gate length for each step
Step off and step merge function
Slide function on selected steps
Transpose function
Random play function (within a scale)
5 play modes
Sequence memory (16 sequences with all settings)
Despite the small size it’s easy to program and most importantly – up to 16 patterns can be saved in memory and instantly recalled.
Size: 3hp
Introducing the Erica Synths Bass Drum, a collaboration with French company e-licktronick that brings analogue bass drum circuits to your Eurorack modular synthesizer system. With a massive, punchy sound and expressive control over key parameters via accent and CV, the Bass Drum is perfect for live performances.
Whether you're looking to add some punch to your percussion or create unique, otherworldly drum sounds, the Erica Synths Bass Drum has you covered.
Features
Pitch
Tune
Tune Depth controls
CV control with attenuators over Pitch, Decay and Drive
Manual trigger
Accent for better expression
While this Bass Drum is clearly 909-like, it’s hard to argue with that as a design choice. Here it’s given just enough control to personalise it, without turning it into something else, adding extra animation via external control of one or more parameters. For anyone building a Eurorack drum kit with a traditional flavour, this would be a solid start. - Sound On Sound
Yes, this will give you classic kick sounds. Again, though, Erica worked a ton of magic here – the tune depth and tune controls are immensely satisfying, you get a Drive in case this thing isn’t dirty enough for you, and ample CV. - CDM
Size: 14hp
Introducing the Erica Synths Snare Drum, a collaboration with French company e-licktronick that brings analogue snare drum circuits to your Eurorack modular synthesizer system. With sharp, punchy sounds and expressive control over key parameters via accent and CV, the Snare Drum is perfect for both studio and live performances.
Whether you're looking to add some punch to your percussion or create unique, otherworldly drum sounds, the Erica Synths Snare Drum has you covered.
Features
Tune, Snappy, Noise tone and Decay controls
CV control with attenuators over Tune and Decay
Manual trigger
Accent for better expression
Size: 10hp
Pico EF is Erica Synths take on envelope follower module in 3hp! Pico EF features a preamp with +40dB gain (enough to boost even guitar and dynamic microphone signals for use in a modular system), envelope output with adjustable attack time and a gate output with adjustable threshold. The Pico EF can be used as a preamp, overdrive unit or for controlling VCFs with audio signal, or to use with external instruments to control your modular system in other creative and experimental applications.
Features
Preamp with adjustable gain
Audio overdrive possibility
Envelope follower with adjustable attack time
Gate extractor with adjustable threshold
Input protection against overvoltage
Protection against reverse PSU connection
Size: 3hp
To add some space to your compositions and nuances in sound design Erica Synths Dual FX module brings you two identical sections of 8 custom effects with two adjustable and CV controllable parameters.
Dual FX combines two Spin FV-1 chips in one module, each filled with eight custom effect programs with two adjustable and CV controlled parameters per effect and analogue dry/wet circuit. All parameter settings can be saved with the effect and recalled instantly during the performance. Also the output of the first FX section is normalised to the second input so creating huge layers of effects is easy.
Effects:
Mono delay
Stereo delay
Hi-pass delay
Big reverb
Saturated reverb
Stalker reverb
Ripper
Dual pitch shifter
Size: 10hp
Erica Synths Black Output is a high quality output mixer and a stereo panner with balanced outputs and headphone amplifier for monitoring your modular masterpieces.
All inputs are buffered, we use stereo potentiometers (similar to those used in high quality studio mixers) for panning, IN4 is a stereo input with simultaneous level adjustment for both channels, IN3 has a CV controlled autopan function. There is also a 6.3mm jack for the balanced outputs and headphones.
Size: 14hp
Erica Synths Pico DRUM1 module gives you two independent and great sounding drums with versatile control over different parameters and a huge collection of drum samples.
Features
2 independent drums
64 samples for each drum
USB interface for user samples upload
Google app for sample upload
Independent control over Pitch, Decay and Level for each drum
Separate triggers for each drum
Audio output of mixed drum sounds
Exclusive switch to select how the two drums interact with
Each other when triggered at the same time
12bit resolution, 44kHz sampling frequency
You can chain up several Pico Drums and get one of the smallest modular drum setups in the modular world!
Size: 3hp
Hi-Hats D is Erica Synths’ take on classical digital hi-hats. Instead of using an integrated circuit DAC chip Hi-Hats D are using 6-bit discrete DAC for that unmistakable crunchy sound. For amplitude shaping samples are passed trough AS3330 based VCA and are controlled with an analog envelope generator for versatile and snappy sound. Extra feature is Open Hi-Hat looping – when it’s on, a certain part of the sample is looped while the envelope decay is on, thus creating distinct, delay-like effect.
Features
Discrete DAC
Analog VCA and EG
Tune and Decay controls
CV control with an attenuators over Tune and Decay
VCA response control
Open HiHat looping
Manual trigger
Accent for better expression
Size: 10hp
Important. There are two versions of this module, “with pins” and without. This one is without!
The Erica Synths Black Stereo Delay is a high-fidelity stereo delay with unique features. It is based on a custom DSP engine and offers three modes of delay: tape, digital, and ping-pong. The hold function with overdub, as well as the CV and trigger control over various parameters, make this module not only a great effects unit but also an instrument on its own.
With its delicate delay time and feedback controls, the Black Stereo Delay allows for a wide range of sound design possibilities. Whether you're looking to add more depth to your modular setup or want to experiment with new sounds, this module is a great choice.
Features
Stereo delay with adjustable delay time
Tape, digital and ping-pong delay modes
Tap and clock synchronization of delay time
Reverse delay mode
Hold mode (samples up to 40” of audio) with Add (overdub) feature
Trigger control over Hold, Add and Reverse
CV control over delay time, dry/wet mix and feedback
Feedback path soft limiting compression
Add to hold soft limiting compression
Adjustable stereo delay spread
Firmware update via audio bootloader
Size: 16hp
Full aluminium 84HP 57mm deep 1-row eurorack skiff enclosure with aluminium rails of a unique design.
This case has integrated Erica Synths PSU capable of +12V@1.25A and -12V@1.25A (2.5A total), +5V@0.4A. 12V 3.34A 100-240VAC desktop PSU included.
As standard 56mm deep enclosures come with horizontal wooden side panels and one distribution board with 18 connector sockets.
( EU plug )