generates an 8-step pattern. When it is high (or connected
to “+” patchpoint), it keeps generating a random pattern
and when it is altering, it generates a semi-random pattern.
The PATTERN output is useful for modulating every single
parameter of the Kastle synth or any external device with
the I/O port.
For rungler nerds only:
The PATTERN voltage is based on the current state of
3 bits of internal binary 8 bit shift register. The shift register
is shifted with every new voltage generated. When this
happens - based on the signal at the FEED socket - the
new bit arriving to the shift register remains the same
(FEED is low), is inverted (FEED is not connected) or is
generated randomly (FEED is high).
The CLK IN resets the phase of the TEMPO oscillator to the
highest point of the triangle and then the triangle begins
to fall. This is very useful for creating complex modulation
curves or for synchronising with external clock. When
TEMPO is set much slower than clock at the CLK IN, the
TEMPO oscillator becomes independent and the CLK IN
only triggers the PATTERN generator. This way the LFO
could still be used to modulate at slow rates.
The I/O CV port enables you to connect up to 2 modulation/
audio/clock signals from Kastle to external gear, or to
connect any external signal to modulate the Kastle. The
signals are output with a stereo jack and the patch points
L and R connect either to the left or right channel. To use
both channels with a modular synth, you can use stereo
to mono splitter adapter or you can just use one channel
(L) with a mono cable connected to the I/O jack. When
connecting external modulation to Kastle please note that
the signal will be rectified and Kastle will respond to 0-5V
signals only.
