Eurorack Version Of The Matrix

Synthetic Sound Labs has released its new 12 HP width 2660 The Matrix Eurorack module. A spokesperson told us, "The Matrix is a Eurorack version of our popular MU module and a tribute to the original Triadex Muse developed by Professors Edward Fredkin and Marvin Minsky from M.I.T. around 1969. This groundbreaking marvel helped revolutionize the world of art and music."

Here's more details direct from the company...

Possibly best described as a deterministic algorithmic sequencer, The Matrix can play up to 16 notes in 9 different user-selected scales. Notes and sequences are programmed using 8 backlit controls. Each control has 38 active positions, each of which is associated with an LED. Four controls on the top determine the sequencer's pitch, and the four controls on the bottom assign binary feedback into the sequence, creating musical permutations that make The Matrix so unique.

TEMPO controls the speed of the sequence, and this internal clock signal is also brought out to the GATE OUT jack. An external clock (CLOCK IN) can override the internal clock thus providing more flexibility with a range up to about 2KHz.

Expanding upon the original Muse, The Matrix has a 9-position user selectable SCALE control which affects both an internal square-wave tone generator and the CV OUT jack.
 
The internal tone is available at the AUDIO OUT jack, and the CV OUT jack is approximately 1V/OCT. PITCH controls the frequency range of the internal generator over about 5 octaves and does not affect the CV OUT. A RESET IN jack restarts the sequence from the beginning and is affected by two positions of the RESET switch.

The original Muse is the subject of U. S. Patent 3610801 and was a featured exhibit for years at the Museum of Science in Boston. More info here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triadex_Muse

With its very dated digital TTL logic circuitry, an original Muse in working condition is extremely rare, as only about 280 were reportedly made.

SSL uses quality fiberglass-epoxy printed circuit boards, precision automated robotics and meticulous hand-crafted assembly assure years of trouble-free service.

Synthetic Sound Labs has been in the analog synthesizer business since 1973. The 2660 is yet another in SSL's growing line of new synthesizer modules. Proudly made in the USA.

Pricing and Availability:
Pricing is $350 US - available directly from SSL and through distributors worldwide.    

More information:

• The Matrix

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