Deciphering the Aphex Aural Exciter
US Circuit mysteries for the Harmonic Generator 08/07/26Electronic circuits can be a complex beast, and a complete electronic spaghetti junction for those with untrained eyes. This video seeks to understand the Aphex Aural Exciter and how it adds sheen, brightness and excitement based on creating controlled harmonic distortions. Teo types of schematics are included in the video, and there is other gear to enjoy on his channel. Timestamps below...
0:00 Introduction 0:24 Type III 2:40 Type II 4:45 Mystery chip: MAX1502
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