Xaoc Devices Moskwa II Operator's Manual page 2

module
explained
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Moskwa II is an eight-step sequencer generat-
ing two kinds of signals: gate/trigger and CV.
Designed with live sequence programming in
mind, Moskwa II takes inspiration from classic
analog sequencers and greatly expands on their
functionality surpassing our original Moskwa
rotosequencer, while retaining the same size,
basic panel structure, and operation principles.
At the core of the module is an eight-step CV se-
quencer and a parallel eight-step gate/trigger
sequencer. Together these sequencers provide the
single pair of CV and gate/trigger signals neces-
sary to play looped eight-note musical phrases
typical of old-school analog sequencers. These
two signals (CV and gate/trigger) can be used
separately to trigger different events in your sys-
tem and modulate any parameters expecting CV
(e.g. in the available bipolar mode). The CV can
be modified by the built-in quantizer and slew
limiter. The tempo of the sequence is set by an
internal or external clock which allows for syn-
fig. 1: possible sequence step structure example
clock signal
step on/off
pattern gate
cv level
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step: on, step: on,
pattern: eight steps, pattern: three steps,
div mode, gate: half mult mode, gate: half,
glide eefect: slew
limiter active on step
chronization with other modules in the system.
The incoming clock rate can be internally divided
or multiplied.
In addition to these basic functions, Moskwa II
offers more unique, advanced features, such as
eight independent gate/trigger pattern genera-
tors (one for each step of the sequence). You can
treat them like a sequencer within the sequencer
offering eight microsteps for each main sequence
step. This allows for programming complex gate/
trigger rhythmic patterns (e.g. step repeat, addi-
tional pauses, microtiming, or swing effect).
Moskwa II features two independent random-
ization sections that give the user advanced
control over the optional chaotic/random
change of various sequence parameters. Top-
ping it all off, Moskwa II can store eight presets
to be loaded at any time.
All these unique functions allow Moskwa II to
generate longer and more complex sequences
than those produced by traditional 8-step se-
quencers.
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step: off