ALM TV’s Turismo: A Modular Workstation with Character and Clout

Turismo: A Modern Modular Mashup

ALM TV kicks off by introducing the Turismo as a fully modern Eurorack modular workstation, packed with a hand-picked selection of modules that blend digital precision with analog soul. The system is presented as more than just a collection of modules—it’s a creative playground, designed to encourage patching experimentation while maintaining that unmistakable ALM character.

The video sets the scene for a hands-on demonstration, promising a patching journey that leverages both the fun and the functional. The Turismo builds on ALM’s earlier system coupé, but here the focus is on a seamless, integrated experience that’s as inviting for newcomers as it is deep for seasoned users.

"for a creative and fun patching experience with a one-of-a-kind ALM character."

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Under the Hood: Oscillators, Sampling, and Modulation

The Turismo’s feature set reads like a modular wish list: analog and digital oscillators, creative sampling, filtering, mixing, and a robust suite of DSP effects. Sequencing and modulation are front and centre, with modules like Pamela’s Pro Workout and the ASQ-1 providing rhythmic and melodic control.

MIDI integration and external audio inputs round out the package, making the system equally at home in a DAWless jam or a studio setup. ALM’s curation ensures that each module serves a clear purpose, with modulation and sequencing options that invite both precision and happy accidents.

Track Building: From Clock to Chords

The heart of the video is a step-by-step construction of a full track, using only the modules within the Turismo. The process begins with Pamela’s Pro Workout as the master clock and modulation source, triggering drum samples from the Squid Salmple and routing them through the Megatang mixer. The ASQ-1 sequencer is then synced for direct beat programming, with clever use of clock divisions and Euclidean patterns to add groove and variation.

Bass duties fall to the Tasm O oscillator, filtered and enveloped via the MCF x2 and Quaid Megaslope, while melodic content is handled by the Sizzle module for digital chords. The patching demonstrates how envelopes, sequencers, and buffered mults can be combined for dynamic filter sweeps and evolving harmonic content. Effects are introduced via the MFX, with send/return routing from the Megatang and clock-synced delays for added movement.

Throughout, ALM highlights the system’s flexibility—modulation from Pam is used to animate both chord timbres and bass brightness, and the Megatang’s mutes allow for live tweaks and performance-friendly transitions. The workflow feels immediate, with each module’s role clearly defined yet open to creative rerouting.

On the Road: Compact, Rugged, and Ready

"The Turismo is a complete modern modular workstation designed for effortless creative exploration in a compact and friendly travel case."

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ALM doesn’t just focus on what’s inside the box—the physical design of the Turismo is clearly aimed at performers and mobile producers. The 84hp case is described as travel-sized, fitting neatly into a rucksack, and comes with a Decksaver cover for added protection on the move.

With stereo line-level input, headphone output, and a custom look featuring coloured controls and bronze anodized panels, the Turismo is positioned as a gig-ready companion for DAWless sessions and live sets alike.

For Beginners and Patch Veterans Alike

ALM pitches the Turismo as a pain-free entry point for those new to Eurorack, offering a balanced and immediately playable system that avoids the usual modular headaches. The curated module selection and integrated workflow mean users can get patching straight out of the box, without the paralysis of choice.

For more experienced modular heads, the Turismo offers a well-balanced rig that’s ready for deep exploration, with enough sequencing, modulation, and sound-shaping tools to keep even the most jaded patcher busy. It’s a system that aims to be both approachable and endlessly explorable, true to ALM’s ethos of practical, playful design.