CB Electronics has announced a range of EuroRack modules based on established studio products controlled by a single ER-Processor module.
Based on the CB rackmount XPatch line, which has proved popular in recording studios around the world, this new range has been designed with synth users in mind. These new units allow routing of synthesisers’ audio and CV control without manually re-patching and with the convenience of digital control and recall. Audio remains analogue throughout the signal path.
The module comprises three modules. The ER-Processor can talk to up to 16 modules with 127 snapshots; the ER-Patch 16/32: Crosspoint matrix router, offering 16x16 or 32x32 grids for patching audio, CV or gates; and the ER-Gain+Sum, offering eight channel gain control for audio or CV. All in Eurorack format, these modules can be integrated into an existing set-up.
The ER-Processor module provides computer interface via USB Midi and Ethernet, Midi snapshot automation, Serial (5-pin DIN) Midi interface to Midi footswitch or keyboards. A Trigger Section provides eight 3.5mm jacks and switches that may be used as control or record and playback Triggers or Gates via Midi. The processor includes a 128 snapshot store, which holds the parameters for up to 16 modules. All functions may be controlled using the coluor TFT display and encoder or from the XPatch5 Win/Mac program.
The ER-Patch module provides a 16x16 crosspoint matrix. DC Coupled so that audio, CV, or Trigger or Gate signals may be routed. Two ER-Patch Modules with expansion boards can be combined to make a single 32x32 crosspoint matrix.
The eight-channel ER-Gain module is also DC coupled and can control both audio and CV signals. A sum output allows any combination of inputs to be summed after the gain control. Three master groups allow any combination of channels to be controlled.
A new version of XPatch4 software (XPatch5) includes support for the ER range of modules with existing XPatch systems. This includes matrix and path control for up to four ER-Patch 16/32modules, gain control for up to four ER-Gain Modules, and ER Snapshot Control.
ER-Processor key features:
- USB Midi for Computer Control or DAW Interface.
- Ethernet for Computer Control and RTPmidi.
- Control of up to 16 modules.
- 3.5mm Jack Serial Midi in and out.
- Colour TFT display.
- Encoder with Push Switch, Configuration and Control.
- Home switch: Return to Home Menu.
- Snapshot Automation (128 point).
- Interfaces with XPatch5 Windows/Mac.
- Select switch on modules for immediate control.
Processor Trigger Section key features:
- Eight Trigger Input/Outputs on 3.5mm jacks.
- Configure as Active Low for simple footswitch.
- Functions include Trigger, Gate, Snapshot Control, Macro Keys.
- Record to and Playback from USB, RTPmidi or Serial Midi.
ER-Patch 16/32 key features:
- 16x16 CrossPoint matrix with buffered outputs.
- DC Coupled: route audio, DC Control, Gate, Trigger.
- Combine two ER-Patch modules with Expanders for a 32x32 Matrix.
- One-to-Many, can also be used for active multing.
- Select switch for immediate access.
ER-Gain key features:
- 8 Channels of gain control.
- Sum output, any combination of inputs.
- Individual select switch for each channel.
- Channel mute.
- Gain Control range -96dB to +22dB.
- Resolution 0.25dB, 0.5dB or 1dB.
- Three Master Groups with Mute and Gain.
