Ectocore
An algorithmic sample player for eurorack in 8HP. (2025)
Details
An algorithmic sample mangler based on the zeptocore by Infinite Digits. Streams audio from SD card, chopping, slicing, and effecting samples in real time. 16 FX presets curated through the Grimoire knob, plus an internal rungler/turing machine inspired sequencer for generating new slice patterns. Automatically pitches samples to stay in sync with clock input.
Videos
4 videosSpecifications
- Width: 8hp
- Stereo audio, 44.1 kHz
- 16 sample banks
- Clock in/out with division and multiplication
- CV control over sample selection and FX intensity
- Real-time sample streaming and manipulation from SD card
- Breakbeat-focused slicing and glitch performance workflow
- 16 banks of sounds with CV-controlled sample selection
- Internal looping random sequencer inspired by Turing machines
- Clock sync with automatic pitch adjustment to match tempo
- 16 curated FX presets controlled via the Grimoire knob
- Built-in master effects: distortion, DJ filter, and gater
- Trigger output for kick, snare, transients, or random events
- Web-based interface for easy sample management