Unleash a world of sonic possibilities with the Noise Engineering Basimilus Iteritas Alia, a 6-oscillator digital drum synthesizer that brings the power of modular synthesis to your fingertips. With its compact 10HP design, this Eurorack module is a powerhouse of percussive prowess, offering a rich tapestry of sounds from massive basses to intricate metallic leads. Its versatile architecture enables both additive and FM synthesis, giving you the tools to craft anything from deep, analog-style kicks to searing, complex timbres.

The Basimilus Iteritas Alia is more than just a drum synth; it's a dynamic sound-sculpting tool. Dive into unique wavefolding and waveshaping capabilities with the innovative "infinifold" functionality, allowing for intricate harmonic exploration. The Morph knob lets you seamlessly transition between waveforms, while the Spread control adjusts the frequency distribution across oscillators, creating anything from harmonic richness to noisy, percussive stabs.

The module offers three distinct operating modes—Skin, Liquid, and Metal—each tailoring your synthesis experience to different sonic landscapes. Whether you're after the crisp clarity of additive synthesis or the gritty complexity of FM synthesis, this module adapts to your creative whims. Furthermore, its hot-swappable firmware feature ensures that your sound palette can evolve, keeping your compositions fresh and exciting.

With extensive CV connectivity, the Basimilus Iteritas Alia integrates effortlessly into any modular setup, providing endless opportunities for modulation and sonic exploration.

Key Features:

• Compact 10HP size
• 6-oscillator architecture for rich sonics
• Additive and FM synthesis capabilities
• Unique infinifold wavefolding and waveshaping
• Three operating modes: Skin, Liquid, and Metal
• Spread control for harmonic and inharmonic overtone manipulation
• Extensive CV connectivity for comprehensive modulation
• Hot-swappable firmware for dynamic sound updates

Product specs

FAQs

What type of synthesis does the Noise Engineering Basimilus Iteritas Alia use?

The Basimilus Iteritas Alia is a digital drum synthesizer utilizing six voltage-controlled oscillators (VCOs) to create a wide range of percussive sounds.

How does the Basimilus Iteritas Alia differ in sound shaping compared to other drum modules?

This module offers extensive sound shaping with controls for Pitch, Decay, Attack, Morph, Fold, Harmonic, and Spread, allowing for diverse percussive textures from sharp metallic to deep bass tones.

What are the power requirements for the Basimilus Iteritas Alia?

The module requires a Eurorack case and power supply, consuming +12V/105mA and -12V/10mA, with no 5V draw.

Can the Basimilus Iteritas Alia be used to create melodic sounds?

While primarily a drum synthesizer, the module's pitch and harmonic controls can be manipulated to produce melodic elements within a percussive context.

What are the dimensions and size of the Basimilus Iteritas Alia in a Eurorack setup?

The module has a depth of 1.5 inches and occupies 10HP in a Eurorack system, making it a compact yet powerful addition to your modular setup.