TipTop Audio CR909 Overview
- 1Description
- 2At a Glance
- 3The Making of the RS909
- 4Advanced Circuits
- 5Eurorack Ready
Turn your modular system into a self-contained music machine with the Tiptop Audio CYMBL909, a dual-voice Eurorack module featuring both of the original TR-909 crash and ride cymbal circuits.
Adapting the circuit to the modular format has allowed for added special features like independent accent level, high-powered gain stage, input pulse-shaper, and manual/voltage control of the sample's analog tuning section, all without compromising the signature sound of the TR-909's cymbal sounds. The module ships with a ribbon power cable.
At a Glance
- Dual-voice module containing the TR-909�s original Crash and Ride circuits
- Adapted for use in Eurorack modular synthesizer format
- Designed to sound like a fresh machine coming out of the assembly line back in the '80s
- Added new features that expand the sound palette of what can be produced with these two voice circuits
The Making of the RS909
The original circuits use a combination of low-fi 6-bit sound samples that pass through a series of analog elements that provide envelope and filtering to the source sound. The CYMBL909 module adds manual and voltage control of the sample�s analog tuning section creating tones which range from heavy industrial at the low end, to the original crash/ride sound at the mid range, and bright hi-hat-like sounds at the top end. Modulating the tune with an envelope, CV sequencer, or LFO makes interesting sound bending effects, which can be applied either in or out of sync with the triggering of the sounds.
Advanced Circuits
- Like other drums in this series, the CYMBL909 includes a high-powered output gain stage that allows you to further enhance the sound through distortion and clipping.
- On the inputs, Tiptop Audio designed an input pulse-shaper circuit, so you can trigger the CYMBL909 with trigger/gate signals from your own step sequencer, clock dividers, or any other pulse/clock sources. This eliminates the need to shape pulses sent to the module, and ensures the same stable sound at peak power regardless of your pulse source.
- All these unique features make integrating this legendary sound generator into your modular synth easy, unleashing the power of real analog drums.
Eurorack Ready
- 8 HP Eurorack format module
- Maximum depth: 1.8" (46mm)
- Includes power ribbon cable with Eurorack power headers
- Power consumption: +12V: 60mA, -12V: 40mA
In the Box
- TipTop Audio CYMBL909 Crash and Ride Cymbal Eurorack Module (4 HP)
- Ribbon Power Cable
- Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Table of Contents
- Description
- At a Glance
- The Making of the RS909
- Advanced Circuits
- Eurorack Ready
TipTop Audio CR909 Specs
Key Specs
Sound Generation |
Analog
|
Audio I/O |
2x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Unbalanced Mono Modular/Eurorack Output (Eurorack Compatible)
|
MIDI I/O |
No
|
CV/Gate I/O |
4x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Gate/Trigger Input
2x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS CV Input |
Patch Points |
6x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Input
2x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Output |
Eurorack Current Consumption |
60 mA on +12 V Rail
40 mA on -12 V Rail |
Horizontal Pitch |
8 HP
|
General
Item Type |
Eurorack Module
|
Sound Generation |
Analog
|
Expression Controls |
No
|
Number of Pads |
No
|
Built-In Speaker |
No
|
Synthesis
Oscillators |
No
|
Mixer |
No
|
Amplifiers |
No
|
Envelopes |
No
|
Filters |
No
|
Sequencing & Recording
Sequencer |
No
|
Arpeggiator |
No
|
Connectivity
Audio I/O |
2x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Unbalanced Mono Modular/Eurorack Output (Eurorack Compatible)
|
MIDI I/O |
No
|
CV/Gate I/O |
4x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Gate/Trigger Input
2x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS CV Input |
Patch Points |
6x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Input
2x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Output |
Sync I/O |
No
|
Power
Power Requirements |
Eurorack Power
|
Eurorack Current Consumption |
60 mA on +12 V Rail
40 mA on -12 V Rail |
Physical
Horizontal Pitch |
8 HP
|
Included Accessories |
No
|
Packaging Info
Package Weight |
0.345 lb
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Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
6.2 x 2.5 x 2.5"
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