Bastl Instruments Kompas

Probability trigger generator

This tool is the outcome of the environment we are in and is inspired by a non-linear approach to music and life - don't build up any expectations, choose your direction and discover new paths.

Kompas is a three-coordinate probabilistic pattern navigator. Each coordinate has a unique travelling pace and a dedicated trigger output. The amount of probability can be adjusted manually or by external voltages. Once a coordinate has been adjusted, a new pattern is generated and looped until the next change of direction.

Unlike common probability operation, instead of filtering a pre-determined sequence, Kompas uses probability to generate new looping patterns based on the direction you choose.

FEATURES

• - global clock and reset input
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• - 3 x 32 step pattern generators with travelling algorithms

• - 3 CV inputs for coordinate modulation

• - 3 trigger outputs

• - 2/5/10ms selectable trigger length (via boot settings)

• - DIY and hacker friendly Arduino programmable hardware

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TECHNICAL DETAILS

• 5 HP

• PTC fuse and diode protected 10-pin power connector

• 35mm deep (skiff friendly)

• 5ms default trigger length

• 5V trigger outputs

• 0-5V protected CV inputs

• 60Hz maximum clock rate (3600 BPM :O)

• 6-pin FTDi connector;

• power consumption +12V: < 30mA