Description
PLASMA Voice is an extraordinary synthesiser module that generates sound by manipulating high-voltage electrical discharges inside a xenon-filled gas tube. These vivid, crackling discharges are shaped using a proprietary ultrasound pulse-width oscillator, delivering unique analogue audio that mirrors the dramatic visual effect of blue electrical bolts. More than just a visual marvel, this oscillator is modulated via selectable sounds, preloaded samples and envelope shapes, which can be further transformed using sliders and CV inputs for deep sound shaping possibilities.
Unlike previous PLASMA units designed as distortion effects, PLASMA Voice stands on its own as a fully independent voice module requiring no external audio input. This innovative approach unlocks a broader spectrum of sonic creativity by allowing direct control over the tube’s behaviour. Whether used for melodic tones, textural ambience or otherworldly noise, PLASMA Voice invites adventurous musicians to sculpt sound through raw electricity.
Key Features:
- Independent voice synthesis via xenon tube:
Create sounds without any external audio input, thanks to internal modulation of the high-voltage xenon discharge. - Proprietary ultrasound pulse-width oscillator:
This unique oscillator controls and shapes the electrical discharge, providing expressive and dynamic control over your sound palette. - Selectable and modulatable SOUNDS:
Choose from a variety of banks and reshape each SOUNDS set with sliders and CV for limitless audio experimentation.
Visual and Sonic Performance:
PLASMA Voice doesn’t just sound electrifying, it looks it too. The iconic blue plasma bolt within the xenon tube dances to your audio manipulations, providing real-time visual feedback that enhances both performance and creativity. This striking light show is more than aesthetic; it gives a tangible connection to the synthesis process, making PLASMA Voice an unforgettable centrepiece in any modular setup.
Modulation and Sound Design:
The real magic of PLASMA Voice lies in how deeply you can shape and modulate the SOUNDS. Each bank is intended for a specific role, bass, lead, texture, and more, but nothing stops you from pushing boundaries. Use the built-in sliders or connect CV sources to morph waveshapes and dynamics in real time. This makes PLASMA Voice not only versatile but also endlessly inspiring, capable of both subtle tones and wild, alien textures.
Power and Integration:
Designed for the eurorack ecosystem, PLASMA Voice is powered using a standard ribbon cable and integrates smoothly with your modular rig. With a focus on stable operation and clean power handling, it draws modest current while delivering high-impact results. A power cable is included for immediate installation. Whether you’re expanding an existing setup or building a new one, this module is ready to energise your sound design journey.
Specifications:
- Power requirements: +12 V: 220 mA / -12 V: 35 mA / +5 V: 0 mA
- Standard eurorack ribbon cable connection (cable included)
- Fully independent sound generation, no external input required
- Selectable SOUNDS banks with modifiable parameters
- Visual plasma arc display inside xenon-filled tube
- CV controllable modulation inputs
- Designed for eurorack modular systems
