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20. June 2024

Frap Tools: Tim Davies on Modular Jazz, House, and the Art of the Patch

Frap Tools brings us an in-depth conversation with Tim Davies, a modular synth artist and drummer whose background in physics and jazz informs his unique approach to electronic music. In this episode, Tim unpacks his journey from jazz trumpet to modular synthesis, revealing how the modular format enables him to weave together layered soundscapes that blur the lines between jazz, house, and experimental electronics. Expect a deep dive into compositional strategies, patch breakdowns, and the subtle art of modulation—plus a look at how Frap Tools’ modules fit into Tim’s creative workflow. For anyone interested in the crossroads of jazz harmony

Ableton Live, Analog Rytm, Clex Delay, Frap Tools AGOGO, Frap Tools Brenso, Frap Tools Falistri, Frap Tools Fumana, Frap Tools Sapèl, Intellijel ADSR, Mutable Instruments Morphagene, Oberheim OB-X, Pittsburgh Primary Oscillator, Polaris Filter, Quadrax, Verbose Mixer

6. June 2024

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Frap Tools 411: Quad VCA Chameleon for Modular Patchers

Frap Tools, the Italian maestros of modular design, take a deep dive into their 411 quad linear VCA—a module that might have slipped under the radar at Superbooth thanks to flashier neighbours, but proves itself a workhorse in any Eurorack setup. In this detailed video, Giovanni from Frap Tools demonstrates the 411’s flexibility, from nuanced CV processing to clever audio routing and mixing. The focus here is on practical patch examples, showing how the 411 adapts to everything from amplitude modulation to sequential switching. If you’re after a VCA that does more than just open and close, this is one

Frap Tools 411, Frap Tools Bagài, Frap Tools Brenso, Frap Tools CGM, Frap Tools Falistri, Frap Tools USTA

27. May 2024

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Frap Tools Dynamics 2806: Taming Kick Drums with Precision Compression

Frap Tools, the Italian maestros of modular and studio hardware, step into the world of dynamic processing with the Dynamics 2806. In this studio-focused video, they team up with Federico Ascari to put the 2806 through its paces on a kick drum track, diving deep into compression, expansion, and the subtle art of shaping transients. The session is a hands-on exploration of how the 2806’s fast attack, classic mode, and expander can sculpt and polish a kick, offering a glimpse into the module’s real-world strengths. For those who obsess over punch, clarity, and dynamic nuance, this is a revealing look

Frap Audio Dynamics 2806

4. May 2024

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Frap Tools: Interaction, Free Will, and Modular Awareness with Isabella Forciniti

In this episode from Frap Tools, Italian sound artist and researcher Isabella Forciniti takes centre stage, delving into the crossroads of digital networking, environmental data, and modular synthesis. Frap Tools, renowned for their design-forward Eurorack modules, host a conversation that moves from Isabella’s rural Italian roots to her explorations of interaction and improvisation in electronic music. The discussion is a deep dive into how boundaries, silence, and tactile engagement shape her approach to modular performance. Along the way, Isabella unpacks her patching philosophy, the role of silence and effects, and the ongoing importance of visibility for women and non-binary artists

ALM Dual 12-bit Digital Wavetable Drum Voice, Batumi LFO, Erica Synths Black Hole DSP2, Erica Synths Sample Drum, Frap Tools Brenso, Mutable Instruments Plaits, MUX Slicer, Pamela's Workout

1. May 2024

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Frap Tools: Tactile Dialogues and Modular Free Will – An Interview with Isabella Forciniti

In this deep-dive episode from Frap Tools, Italian sound artist Isabella Forciniti takes centre stage, exploring the fertile intersection of modular synthesis, environmental data, and interactive performance. Known for her hybrid setups and a penchant for tactile control, Isabella discusses her artistic journey from southern Italy to Vienna’s experimental scene, her patching philosophy, and the societal themes woven through her work. The conversation, true to Frap Tools’ detailed and design-driven style, offers a rare glimpse into the mindset of a performer who treats limitations as creative fuel and views modular synths as instruments for both sonic and social exploration. If

ALM Dual 12-bit Digital Wavetable Drum Voice, Batumi LFO, Erica Synths Blackhole DSP 2, Erica Synths Sample Drum, Frap Tools Brenso, Frap Tools Falistri, Frap Tools Kunsa, Mutable Instruments Plaits, MUX Slicer, Pamela's Workout

24. April 2024

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Frap Tools CGM Insert: Expanding Eurorack Mixer Connectivity with Stereo FX

Frap Tools, the Italian maestros of modular mixing, have unveiled the CGM Insert module—a long-awaited addition that brings true stereo effect integration to their acclaimed Eurorack mixer system. This official video takes us through the Insert’s dual approach to routing: both series and parallel, with hands-on examples that show off its flexibility in real-world patching. As always with Frap Tools, the focus is on sonic quality, modular workflow, and user-driven design, with the Insert module promising to become a key utility for anyone looking to sculpt complex soundscapes or streamline live rigs. Let’s see how this new tool slots into

Frap Tools CGM Insert

3. April 2024

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Frap Tools CUNSA: Quadruple Filter Alchemy in Eurorack

Frap Tools, the Italian maestros of modular design, present CUNSA—a quadruple multimode analog filter module that’s far more than just a filter. In this in-depth tutorial, the Frap Tools team dissect CUNSA’s core features, from classic lowpass sweeps to saturated resonance and pingable envelopes, all while revealing the module’s knack for parallel processing and organic sound shaping. If you’re after a filter that morphs from subtle seasoning to full-bore oscillator, and want to know how it actually patches up in a real rack, this video is a must-watch. Let’s see how CUNSA’s four filters, clever routing, and voltage control options

Frap Tools 333, Frap Tools Brenso, Frap Tools CGM, Frap Tools Cunsa, Frap Tools Falistri, Frap Tools Sapèl

29. March 2024

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Frap Tools: Lukas Hermann on Modular Synthesis, Literature, and the Art of Patch-Building

In this episode from Frap Tools, we dive into the world of Lukas Hermann—a German scholar, musician, and educator whose modular synth compositions straddle the line between literary inspiration and sonic abstraction. Frap Tools, renowned for their design-driven Eurorack modules, host a conversation that unpacks how Hermann’s approach to patching, modulation, and community-building shapes both his music and the broader electronic scene in Western Germany. Expect a journey through evolving textures, improvisational performance, and the philosophy of making modular synthesis accessible to all. If you’re curious about the intersection of art, education, and the unpredictable joys of patch cables, this

Foundation Oscillator, Frap Tools 321, Frap Tools 333, Frap Tools Brenso, Frap Tools CGM, Frap Tools Falistri, Frap Tools Fumana, Frap Tools Sapèl, Frap Tools USTA, FX8 reverb, LXD, Make Noise Just Friends, Moog Slicer, Photophaser, QSC mixing system, Sarajevo delay, Sisters filter

28. March 2024

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Frap Tools Podcast: Lukas Hermann on Modular Synthesis, Community, and Sonic Rupture

In this episode of Frap Tools’ ‘Let’s Talk Music’ podcast, German scholar and modular musician Lukas Hermann takes centre stage. Known for weaving literary inspiration into modular soundscapes, Hermann discusses his journey from classical guitar to the ever-evolving world of Eurorack. The conversation explores his patching philosophy, the dynamic interplay of voices and modulation, and his commitment to making modular synthesis accessible through education and community events. Expect a deep dive into the art of balancing structure with creative chaos, all underpinned by Frap Tools’ signature focus on thoughtful design and sonic exploration.

Buchla LXD, Frap Tools 321, Frap Tools 333, Frap Tools BLISS I/O, Frap Tools Brenso, Frap Tools CGM, Frap Tools Falistri, Frap Tools Fumana, Frap Tools GROUP, Frap Tools KUNZSA, Frap Tools QSC, Frap Tools Sapèl, Frap Tools USTA, Happy Nerding FX Aid, Harmonic Oscillator, Make Noise Just Friends, Make Noise Sisters, XAOC Devices Sarajevo

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