befaco/sampling-modulator
Sampling Modulator
Multi-function module that lies somewhere between a VCO, a Sample & Hold, and an 8 step trigger sequencer. Can function as a sequencer clocked sample & hold, analog down-sampling effect, sampling modulator/shaper, 8 step trigger sequencer, and unusual V/Oct VCO. Uses a temperature compensated ramp core VCO with more than 4 octaves of tracking.197
Capabilities 4
- Clock Dividerclock-divider
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- Sample and Holdsample-and-hold
- Sequencer-clocked S&H capable of producing more interesting patterns than a standard S&H. HOLD input keeps a sample frozen while the module continues to track the waveform internally.197
- Step Sequencerstep-sequencer
- 8-step trigger sequencer with switches per step (On/Off/Reset). Useful as a clock divider. Trigger outputs can also serve as a pulse VCO.197
- Voltage-Controlled Oscillatorvco
- Temperature compensated ramp core VCO with more than 4 octaves of V/Oct tracking. Internal clock runs up to 25kHz without external CV and up to 200kHz with CV. Can be used as a pulse VCO via trigger outputs.197
Jacks 6 — 4 in / 2 out
| Name | Signal | Voltage | Description |
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| Inputs (4) | |||
| CLOCK | clock | — | Can be used to set the rate of the internal VCO and sequencer. Can work as a typical clock or in positive going hard sync mode.197 |
| HOLD | gate | — | A gate on this input will hold the current sample/waveform position. The module continues to track the waveform and returns to it once the gate is removed.197 |
| IN | audio | — | Audio input routed to the internal Sample and Hold.197 |
| V/Oct CV | cv | — | Volt/Oct CV input to the internal VCO. Has 4 octaves of tracking.197 |
| Outputs (2) | |||
| CLK OUT | clock | — | Clock output from the internal VCO.197 |
| TRIG OUT | trigger | — | Trigger output from the internal 8-step sequencer. Can also be used as a pulse VCO output.197 |
Parameters 4
| Name | Type | Range | Behavior |
|---|---|---|---|
| FINE | knob | — | Fine rate control for the internal VCO.197 |
| INT/EXT Clock Switch | switch | — | Selects between the internal VCO clock and an external clock input.197 |
| RATE | knob | — | Coarse rate control for the internal VCO. The internal VCO runs up to 25kHz without external CV.197 |
| Step Switches | switch | — | 8 switches, one per step. Up=On, Middle=Off, Down=Reset (resets to first step for non-4/4 signatures). Flipping switches on and off changes timbre when used as a VCO or sampling modulator.197 |
Firmware history 0 versions
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References 2
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Befaco Sampling Modulator User Manualmanual⚠ verified 2026-05-06 · manufacturer changed since last verified
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Befaco Sampling Modulator product pageproduct_page⚠ verified 2026-05-06 · manufacturer changed since last verified