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Description
http://www.analoguehaven.com/livewire/audiofrequencygenerator/
Outside, the afg presents the user with extensive panel controls for maximum flexibility and usability… inside, the pure analogue circuitry adheres to a strict design philosophy rooted in mid-1970s technology and construction techniques.
features: 8 simultaneous waveform outputs a total of 27 distinct waveforms are possible sub-octave with switchable square or sawtooth waveforms unique animated pulse & alien saw waveforms programmable ‘natural’ or ‘laboratory’ sine wave modes alternate waveform set is activated on all outputs simultaneously with matter/anti-matter switch select between 2 different anti-matter waveform sets via pcb jumper 9 cv inputs, each with dedicated attenuators, with the exception of the two 1v/oct inputs 2 fm inputs, both switchable between linear & exponential dedicated sync in/out
harmonic animation the harmonic animation section of the afg controls the harmonic content of the animated pulses & alien saws waveforms.
the animated pulses waveform is synthesized by four control parameters, each having a manual adjustment knob and cv input with dedicated attenuator: positive pulse width modulation (+pwm) – controls the width of the two pulses on the top (or positive) side of the waveform negative pulse width modulation (-pwm) – controls the width of the two pulses on the bottom (or negative) side of the waveform positive phase position modulation (+ppm) – controls the relative phase position of the two positive pulses (in relation to each other) negative phase position modulation (-ppm) – controls the relative phase position of the two negative pulses (in relation to each other)
the alien saws output is a bizarre, multi-toothed saw waveform that is derived from the animated pulses waveform. it’s harmonic content is also synthesized by the four control parameters of the harmonic animation section, but in different and more enigmatic ways.
Product specs
| Brand | Live Wire |
| Model | Audio Frequency Generator |
| Finish | Silver |
| Year | 2000s |
| Made In | United States |
| Categories | Eurorack Modules and Cases, Synth Modules |
| Horizontal Pitch | 28HP |
| Modular Synth Format | Eurorack |
| Polyphony | 1 Voice |
| Synth Module Function | LFO, Oscillator |
FAQs
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What sound capabilities does the Livewire Audio Frequency Generator offer?
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The Livewire Audio Frequency Generator functions as both an LFO and an oscillator, allowing you to generate a wide range of audio frequencies and modulate other modules within your Eurorack system.
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Is the Livewire Audio Frequency Generator suitable for a Eurorack system?
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Yes, the Livewire Audio Frequency Generator is designed for Eurorack systems, occupying 28HP of horizontal space in your modular setup.
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How many voices does the Livewire Audio Frequency Generator support?
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The Livewire Audio Frequency Generator is a monophonic module, supporting one voice at a time.
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What waveforms can the Livewire Audio Frequency Generator produce?
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The Livewire Audio Frequency Generator can produce various waveforms, including sine, square, and sawtooth, offering versatile sound shaping possibilities for your modular synth setup.
Videos
LivewireSynthesizers
AFG DEMO 1: WAVEFORMS
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Comparisons
Value and pricing
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The Livewire AFG is considered "unobtanium," indicating that it rarely appears for sale, driving high demand and competitive pricing when it does.
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User experience
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Owners of Livewire modules praise them for their exceptional quality, with the FrequenSteiner filter being described as the best filter they've heard.
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Use cases and applications
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Livewire modulators like the Dalek and Vulcan were some of the first successful modulators in Eurorack, suggesting their historical significance and reliability in modular setups.
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The AFG is highlighted for creating unique analog synth voices, making it ideal for achieving sounds not possible with non-modular synths.
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Three Livewire Audio Frequency Generators can be seen in Deadmau5's studio. Original source here, from July 2012.
In the Eurorack modular synthesizer plays in this video you can see two Livewire Audio Frequency Generator oscillator modules in the middle of the synth starting at 1:42.
At 2:01 in the video in which Celldweller shows off his studio to Future Music Magazine, for a very short amount of time just before the cut you can see the whole Livewire Frequency Generator at the leftmost side of the video, but you can see half of it after the cut. Also he says "Livewire" at 2:08 reffering to it's modules.
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