MORE ARTICLE WITH Frap Tools USTA

19. November 2025

Frap Tools: Wiring a Grand Piano into the Modular Matrix

Frap Tools takes us on a meticulous journey into the world of electroacoustic composition, where the elegant resonance of a Yamaha C3 grand piano is woven into the fabric of a modular synth patch. In this detailed walkthrough, Francesco Gennari demonstrates how acoustic and electronic elements can be made to converse, not merely coexist, using a host of Frap Tools modules and some carefully chosen extras. The video is a masterclass in routing, modulation, and sonic layering, offering a rare glimpse into the mechanics of integrating traditional instruments with the modular ecosystem. For those who think patch cables and piano

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29. October 2025

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Frap Tools: Polyphony, Patch Cables and the Art of Modular Keyboard Play

Frap Tools, the Italian maestros of modular design, take centre stage with a deep-dive into building and performing a true polyphonic modular synth—one that can be played with a keyboard and sequenced simultaneously. In this video, Francesco Gennari reconstructs his track ‘Studio No.7’ from the ground up, revealing not just the patching intricacies but also the creative decisions behind each voice. Expect a blend of classic Frap Tools elegance, clever routing, and a healthy dose of formant oscillator wizardry, all aimed at those who see their modular as more than just a wall of drones. If you’ve ever wondered how

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10. September 2025

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Frap Tools: Modular Choreography with Jerome Begin – A Composer’s Patchwork for Dance

In this episode from Frap Tools, we’re treated to a deep dive with Jerome Begin, a seasoned composer whose journey from piano lessons in Ohio to modular synth performances for contemporary dance is anything but ordinary. Begin unpacks his approach to integrating modular synthesis into choreography, revealing the practical and philosophical intersections between music, movement, and technology. The conversation is as much about patch cables and filters as it is about the expressive potential of live electronics alongside acoustic instruments. For anyone curious about how modular rigs can underpin hour-long dance pieces—or what happens when you let a Kunis filter

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13. August 2025

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Frap Tools: Counterpoint and Cross-FM – A Modular Dialogue in Studio No. 5

Frap Tools delivers a masterclass in modular counterpoint with Francesco Gennari’s performance of ‘Studio No. 5’, where analog and digital timbres collide in a carefully orchestrated patch. This video isn’t just a performance—it’s a deep dive into the mechanics of cross-FM, voice layering, and the subtle art of modular composition. With a rig built around Brenso, Hertz Donut MK1, and a host of supporting modules, Gennari demonstrates how to weave three independent voices into a coherent, evolving narrative. Expect a blend of technical insight, patching tricks, and a clear-eyed look at how different synthesis techniques interact within a Eurorack ecosystem.

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9. July 2025

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Frap Tools: Tape Loops Meet Modular – Sync, Sequence, and Sonic Alchemy in Studio No.4

In this deep-dive from Frap Tools, composer Francesco Gennari demonstrates the artful collision of tape and modular synthesis, crafting a meditative étude that blurs the lines between analog warmth and modular precision. The video showcases how a humble four-track tape loop can become the rhythmic heart of a Eurorack system, with the Frap Tools Usta sequencer and a host of modules dancing to its pulse. Expect a methodical walkthrough of patching, clock extraction, and creative routing, all delivered with the Italian brand’s signature attention to sonic detail. For those who care about signal flow, modulation strategies, and the tactile joy

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21. May 2025

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Frap Tools USTA in Action: Polyrhythms and Polymeters in Francesco Gennari’s Modular Labyrinth

Frap Tools returns with a deep-dive into the art of modular sequencing, as Francesco Gennari unpacks his composition ‘Studio No.3’ using the USTA sequencer as the central brain. This video is a patch-by-patch breakdown of a performance that weaves together four voices, intricate polyrhythms, and a blend of classic and digital modules. Expect a detailed exploration of how rhythmic structures, random modulation, and live pattern changes can transform a modular rig into a living, breathing instrument. For those who care about patch logic, modulation sources, and the subtle interplay of voices, this is a masterclass in Eurorack composition, Frap Tools

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9. April 2025

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Frap Tools: Dissecting Stereo Dyads and Modular Choreography in Studio No. 2

Frap Tools returns with a deep-dive into modular composition, as Francesco Gennari unpacks his latest étude, “Studio No. 2.” This video is a rare treat for anyone obsessed with stereo imaging, as Gennari demonstrates the art of crafting two-note dyads that dance across the stereo field. From piano sketches to a fully realised Eurorack patch, the walkthrough covers everything from using filters as oscillators to sequencing evolving patterns with the USTA. Expect a meticulous breakdown of patching, modulation, and the integration of external effects, all delivered with Frap Tools’ signature attention to sonic detail and workflow.

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19. March 2025

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Frap Tools Usta: Sequencing the Emerson Trick – Modular Mayhem in Motion

Frap Tools, the Italian maestros of modular design, take a deep dive into the art of recreating Keith Emerson’s legendary Karn Evil 9 sequencer stunt using their Usta sequencer. Rather than chasing note-for-note accuracy, this video zeroes in on the mechanics of programming a sequence that accelerates into audio-rate chaos and then stops itself—no frantic knob twiddling required. Expect a patch-oriented exploration, with the Usta’s multi-track flexibility, voltage slides, and clever gate tricks all put to the test. If you’ve ever wondered how to get your modular rig to pull off a self-destructing, Emerson-style climax, this is a must-watch.

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26. February 2025

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Frap Tools: Ben Carey on Feedback Patching, Tactile Design and Resonant Modular Workflows

In this episode from Frap Tools, Australian composer and educator Ben Carey takes us through his journey from classical saxophone to the unpredictable world of modular synthesis. The conversation dives deep into the tactile joys of patching, the creative divide between building custom instruments and using ready-made synths, and the unique character of feedback and resonance in modular patches. With a dry wit and a patch-oriented perspective, the discussion unpacks not just the technical details of Carey’s latest patch, but also the philosophical and practical reasons why hands-on control and generative processes remain at the heart of inspiring electronic music.

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19. February 2025

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Frap Tools: Cross-FM, Fake Polyphony and Modular Mute Sorcery – A Performance Dissected

Frap Tools delivers another deep-dive into the modular trenches, this time with Francesco Gennari at the helm, dissecting a performance that’s equal parts technical showcase and creative experiment. The video unpacks the art of cross-FM using the Brenso oscillator, conjuring fake polyphony with the Verbos Multi Delay Processor, and wrangling mutes for maximum musical impact via the QSC mixer and Usta sequencer. Expect a patch breakdown that’s as much about clever modulation and routing as it is about raw sonic character—classic Frap Tools, with a focus on how each module shapes the performance. For those who like their modular with

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