POLLEN
variable analog noise generator
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out of production
::: DESCRIPTION :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
the pollen is a compact variable analog noise generator with a few extras. the two main controls are "grain" which helps shape the static, and "pitch" which controls a self oscillating filter that helps to alter the pitch of the static and has a switchable range, high / low. there is also an external audio input with its own volume control and a switch to kill the internal noise source so it will allow the pollen to be used as a distortion box. the output is up to about 7 volts so that it can be used as a control voltage source. the output knob will allow you so turn it down to safe audio level as well.
::: CONTROLS :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
grain: gives you control over the static breakup and amount, this control is not very linear so certain setting ranges will change more drastic then others
pitch: this is a control for the self oscillating filter used to alter the pitch of the static, just so we're clear there is not way to use the filter alone or to cause it to not self oscillate
range switch: high / low range control for the pitch
input: this is the audio input volume control, its used to adjust the breakup threshold and lower / quieter settings usually yield more interesting results
output: the output volume
noise source kill switch: this will switch out the noise source inside so that you can use the pollen to process external sources only
power switch: um yeah the power switch
clipping led: shows you when the internal sounds are clipping, usually a good thing. not to be confused for a power led which does not exist.
input jack: mono audio input here
output jack: mono noise out here
::: SAMPLES
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just the pollen alone used as a noise generator and then with the noise kill switch flipped off used as a lo-fi synth
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the pollen used as a filter / distortion being fed some simple drums, no pattern changes |
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the pollen used as a filter / distortion being fed some simple drums, no pattern changes |
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some feedback noise from dk |
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the source is a bugmodular from CRICKLEWOOD |
standard disclaimer: the top three
samples are just me hitting record and messing around
in an attempt the show you the full range of options
with no musical intent whatsoever. they are all from
one single pass, cut in 5min pieces for size. no
effects or editing were used at all. people that make samples
that have been smashed with compression or are smeared
with reverb or delay are fucking morons that are trying
to hide or exaggerate their results. as usual with
any sample not labeled as being made by someone other
then myself you can feel free to use these in your
own work.
::: DETAILS :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
each one is handmade
- and numbered internally |
extensively tested
before shipping |
single 9V battery
operation ( battery included ) |
2.1mm 9v DC wall
jack ( center negative - supply not included ) |
professionally
manufactured PCB |
aluminum enclosure
- dimensions - 4.3 in. x 2.3 in. |
case is powder coated and clear coated to keep the decal protected |
graphics are
waterproof vinyl decals coated with poly
for extra protection |
one ¼” input jack
( mono ) - one ¼” output jack
( mono ) |
3 year warranty - covering both
parts and labor |
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please feel free to contact me
if you have any questions or visit the forum here
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