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Beatppl Modbap Modular Tinity Manual

Digital drum synth array
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents About Us Overview Panel Controls Sound Design System Index...

  • Page 5: About Us

    BY BEATPPL Modbap Modular is a line of eurorack modular synthesizers and electronic music instruments by Beatppl. Founded by Corry Banks (Bboytech), Modbap Modular was born of the Modbap Movement with a simple mission to dev tools for beat driven hiphop leaning modular artists. It is our goal to develop eurorack modules from the beatmaker’s perspective...

  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview TRINITY Trinity is a 3 channel digital drum synth array contained in a single 20hp eurorack module. Four digital drum synth algorithms are available to each of Trinity’s 3 drum channels. The algorithms are; BLOCK, HEAP, NEON and ARCADE. The array of digital drum synth algorithms are extremely versatile and are controlled manually by the 7 knobs and also from an external device using the associated CV inputs.
  • Page 8 WHAT’S IN THE BOX? The Trinity package comes with the following items included:- • Trinity drum synth module. • Eurorack IDC power ribbon cable • 4 x 3m mounting screws. • Sticker • Quick start card deck OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES? The following items are not included with Trinity. •...
  • Page 9 SPECIFICATION AND CORE FEATURES • Module size. 3U, 20 HP, Depth 26mm • +12V current demand 153mA. • -12V current demand 7mA (160mA Peak on Power Up) • +5V current demand 0mA • 48kHz sample rate performance • MIDI over USB Interface. •...
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION Follow the installation instructions carefully to avoid module or rack damage. 1. Ensure the power connection is disconnected before installing the device. 2. Identify an available location in the rack to install the module. Trinity needs 20HP of free space. 3.
  • Page 11 Eurorack Installation. Cable connected to PSU with red conductor / edge aligned to the -12V pin. This should be labelled on the board. Cable connected to module with correct orientation with red conductor / edge aligned to the -12V pin. This should be labelled on the module board with a white dash..
  • Page 12 ☞ Press, Turn, Switch Plug and Patch...
  • Page 13 Trig/Sel. Triggers the drum channel or use Shift + Trig/Sel to silently select channel. Character adjusts the timbre / primary synth parameter of the selected channel. Type. Selects one of the four algorithm types; Block, Heap, Neon, Arcade. Cycle. Off, Round Robin, Random. Stack.
  • Page 14 Type Cycle Cycle Random Block Heap Neon Arcade Sweep Pitch Amount Pitch Time Decay Rate Character Shape Character Shape Grit Grit Trig/Sel Clipper Waveshaper Trig Filter Decay Hold Envelope Stack Stack Spread Shift+Shape Drum 2 Drum1 Drum 3 Trig/Sel Muted Illustration shows drum channel 1.
  • Page 15 INPUT / OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT CV and Trig inputs can be applied to the Trinity controls. Mono audio outputs have switchable routing for individual mono or for mono summed mix outputs. V/Oct Pitch Trig Shape Sweep 0 - 5V > 1V +/- 5V +/- 5V Grit...

  • Page 17: Panel Controls

    Panel Controls Trinity Trinity is designed for easy operation. A series of rotary knobs allow manual control of the voice parameters of the selected channel. In addition CV inputs from other gear allow for external control. An additional four mini potentiometers allow more manual control. Each channel is easily selectable and can be muted, mixed or simply routed to its own output.
  • Page 18 GETTING STARTED Trinity is a 3 channel / voice drum module and is designed to offer highly flexible and creative sound design options for each channel in order to generate an array of unique drum sounds. Sound shaping occurs within four algorithms. While users will find their own workflow a good starting point is shown in this example.
  • Page 19 BASIC CONTROLS. Trinity controls are simple to use. Turing rotaries affects parameters and buttons trigger or select mode states. While values are assigned it is normal practice in modular to adjust and tweak by ear. Several symbols represent features. Large rotary controls adjust the selected channel parameters manually and can also be controlled by external CV inputs.
  • Page 20 AUDIO OUTPUTS Trinity has 3 individual channel, mono outputs, plus one summed mix, mono output. The routing of channels between the single channel and mix output is handled by the channel three position switch. Output connections take 3.5mm / Inch TS (Tip & Sleeve) audio jack plugs. The output contains only channel 1 audio.
  • Page 21 GENERAL PARAMETERS The parameters values for Trinity can be manually adjusted. The parameters represented by the large rotary knobs can also be modulated by external CV control if connected. Control CV Control Description Character Character Adjusts the timbre / primary synth parameter of the selected drum voice.
  • Page 22 CONTROL INPUTS Trinity provides voltage control over some of the onboard controls using CV inputs. These are the controls with a large control knob. These will control the defined parameter values. Gate inputs allow triggering the internal VCA. Input connections are 3.5mm / 1/8 Inch TS (Tip &...
  • Page 23 TRIGGERING THE VCA ENVELOPE The VCA Envelope is a key feature for drum synths and helps shape the sound to get that percussive feel. Trinity has a hold and decay feature with almost instantaneous attack. Connect a gate input to trigger the associated channel voice. This can be triggered by another modulation device such as a clock or sequencer with a threshold of >1V to trigger.
  • Page 24 USB MIDI Interface Trinity has a USB Micro MIDI socket on the front panel. Trinity must be connected to MIDI host device such as a DAW, MPC, MIDI Interface as a primary controller. Triggering the 3 voices and control of Trinity parameters is then possible over MIDI. CV will be added as an offset to MIDI when both are connected...
  • Page 25 MIDI Channel & Control Mapping Function Channel CC Control Description Drum 1 Trigger Triggers the drum 1 voice along with pitch, both controlled by MIDI Notes. Drum 2 Trigger Triggers the drum 2 voice along with pitch, both controlled by MIDI Notes. Drum 3 Trigger Triggers the drum 3 voice along with pitch, both controlled by MIDI Notes.

  • Page 27: Sound Design

    Sound Design Trinity Trinity is a 3 channel drum synth array where each channel can be triggered individually or stacked as layers. Each channel can have one of four drum synth algorithms assigned. A Trinity algorithm is designed with its own unique sound and characteristics and is applied to any of the drum channels.
  • Page 28 ALGORITHMS Trinity has four selectable algorithm types which have unique characteristics for different types of drum synthesis. Each can be assigned on one of the 3 drum channels and set up to build a kit of unique sounds. The algorithm selection is made with the ‘TYPE’ button. LED indication of active algorithm for the currently selected drum channel.
  • Page 29 BLOCK HEAP Classic Additive Analog inspired building block of a synth voice. Additive 12 partial synth voice. Character Mixes between Triangle at 0 to Sine at 50 Character Controls the detune spread of the 12 and introduces triangle folding above 50. oscillators.
  • Page 30 CYCLE Cycle Mode is a channel specific function that controls how the algorithm operates when triggered. Two modes are available, selected by pressing the Cycle button or selected off. Selection button to step LED indication of active through the three cycle modes. cycle mode for the currently selected drum channel.
  • Page 31 STACK Stack, is a global function that controls how the channels operate when triggered. Default is for a trigger to activate each channel independently. Stack can trigger 2 or 3 stack layered voices / channels, using Trigger Channel 1. These can also be spread to fan out the channel voices.

  • Page 33: System

    System Trinity Firmware updates occasionally are made available as the module feature set develops and also to introduce system improvements. The general update process is described here but it is important to read and follow the instructions issued with each firmware update. The process described here is for general information and may be subject to change when future OS versions are released.
  • Page 34 FIRMWARE UPDATES Occasionally firmware updates are available. This maybe to provide improvements to the functionality, fix bugs or add new features. Updates are applied using the micro USB connector on the rear of the unit and connecting to a PC or Mac. BOOT button Micro USB...
  • Page 35 UPDATING THE FIRMWARE The instructions below are a guide. Always follow the instructions that are provided with each update. 1. Download the firmware update. 2. Remove the device from the rack and ensure power is disconnected. 3. Connect device using a micro usb connection to the module and USB to a mac or PC.
  • Page 36 UPDATING THE FIRMWARE - PC WINDOWS The instructions below are a guide, follow the instructions provided with each update. 1. Windows PC’s may need the original WinUSB drivers installed. It is recommended to install Zadig, a utility which reinstalls windows drivers, before updating.
  • Page 37 SUPPORT AND FIRMWARE TIPS Power Specs: Trinity is tested at a normal operating current of 50mA but may peak around 64mA during power up. This is normal with most Eurorack devices and isn't generally an issue unless the rack devices is on the limits of the PSU specification. Firmware: There are several things to consider when updating the firmware from a PC or Mac.

  • Page 39: Index

    Index Trinity...
  • Page 40 Index Mix 10, 16 About Us 1 Module size 5 Algorithm 24 Mute 10 All 10, 16 Arcade 24–25 Neon 24–25 Audio Outputs 11, 16 Overview 3 Basic Operation Workflow 14 Block 24–25 Pitch 10, 17, 25 Buttons 15 PSU 7 Character 10, 17, 21, 25 Quick Reference Manual 4 Clipper 10, 17...
  • Page 41 Acknowledgements Designer: Corry Banks Synth Voice Developer: Ess Mattisson of Fors Lead Engineer / Lead Programmer: Stephen Hensley Engineer / Midi Expert: Gabriel Ball Manual Writer: Neil Ritchie (aka SynthDawg) Distribution & Fulfilment: The ‘Electro-Distro’ Team Thank you all for contributing to the actualization of Modbap Modular Trinity - Drum Synth Array.
  • Page 42 Limited Warranty Modbap Modular warrants all products to be free of manufacturing defects related to materials and/or construction for a period of one (1) year following the product’s purchase date by the original owner as certified by proof of purchase (i.e. receipt or invoice). This non-transferrable warranty does not cover any damage caused by misuse of the product, or any unauthorized modification of the product’s hardware or firmware.
  • Page 43 Trinity and Beatppl are registered trademarks. All rights reserved. This manual is designed to be used with Modbap modular devices and as a guide and aid to working with the eurorack range of modules. This manual or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of the publisher except for personal use and for brief quotations in a review.
  • Page 44 BUILT FOR EURORACK DOPE ENOUGH FOR BOOMBAP! www.modbap.com...