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MOD Duo open-source multi-effects pedal
« on: January 15, 2017, 11:07:07 AM »


Berlin's MOD Devices has taken a new approach to multi-effects processors with the Duo, an open-source pedal that invites users to make their own combinations of effects, synths, amp sims, tools and more.

These new sounds are created using the company's plugins (which will be continually expanded, says MOD), and the pedal's web-based interface allows entire pedalboards to be shared and downloaded with fellow users.

Other features include:

    Two independent outputs with balanced 1/4' TRS jacks and volume control
    Headphone output with independent digital volume control
    Relay based True Bypass circuit
    Cirrus Logic low noise audio codec
    CPU: Dual core ARM A7 1.0 GHz, 1GB RAM and 4GB Flash Storage
    2 knobs with LCD screens and 2 foot switches with colour LEDs
    I/O Connections: MIDI In and MIDI Out (DIN 5 pins), Control-Chain RJ-45, USB Host (2.0 Standard A-type supporting USB Wi-Fi and USB MIDI) and USB Device (2.0 Standard B-type supporting USB Ethernet adapter)






Hey,

I’m Gianfranco Ceccolini, the CEO and Founder of MOD Devices.

If you are a guitarist, bassist, keyboardist, vocalist or if you play any other instrument and you're into effects, synths, loops or any other audio processing devices you're at the right place.

Like many other guitar players, I've always used pedals or multi-effects units. Each time I had to pack and set my pedal effects before a gig or rehearsal I had the same thought:

"Why can't we have a device that works like a multi effect, has the ease-of-use of pedals but can be fully customized as a computer?!"

I started to look around but at that time, in 2008, nothing like that was available.

So I decided to do what most engineers do: build it myself ;-)

That's basically how it all started, then came an awesome Kickstarter campaign, then more friends joined the team and the community and after a few years here it is: the mighty MOD Duo.

Tried and tested by hundreds of guitarists, bassists, keyboardists, vocalists and even accordeonists. who use it at home, at their studio, on stage and even when they go on holiday.




Rock-solid Hardware

    Powerful computer inside a stage-ready die-cast aluminium  enclosure
    Hybrid device, featuring Audio, MIDI and USB inputs/outputs to offer maximum flexibility
    Modular design that allows future upgrades, ensuring the hardware won't end up obsolete or unable to run CPU-hungry plugins




    Online Plugin Store opened to external developers - commercial and free
    Huge collection of plugins, ranging from traditional effects to experimental noisemakers
    ​​​​​Create your own plugins from MaxMSP, Pure Data or Faust so you don't need to learn a new language



Smart Software

    Intuitive drag-and-drop interface so you can assemble your pedalboards as you do in real life
    Surpass analog pedalboard barriers by creating new and exciting effects chains
    Software built in the device so you don't need to install programs on your computer, smartphone or tablet



Thriving Community

    Share what you do with the MOD Duo and get the community's feedback
    Go to regular events to meet your peers and share musical experiences
    Ask questions and get quick answers from a very helpful user base on our forum and GitHub



Quick Specs

    Power supply that works in every country (100V ~ 240V @ 50 ~ 60 Hz)

    Compact dimensions: 180 x 74.7 x 160 (W x H x D, millimeters) / 1.2 kg

    Completely independent audio inputs and outputs

    Configurable input and output gain: use it with any instrument

    Outputs usable in balanced and unbalanced mode: connect to any device

    USB-device port for connecting to the computer

    Headphone out with dedicated volume control and direct monitoring option

    High-fidelity audio path

    Relay-based True-Bypass

    Full MIDI support - both legacy DIN and USB MIDI

    USB-host port for connecting peripherals (Bluetooth dongles, etc)

    Expand connectivity with a USB hub

    Control Chain port for connecting MOD peripherals



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Re: MOD Duo open-source multi-effects
« Reply #1 on: January 30, 2017, 03:52:57 PM »
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Re: MOD Duo open-source multi-effects
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Re: MOD Duo open-source multi-effects
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Re: MOD Duo open-source multi-effects
« Reply #4 on: March 02, 2017, 09:25:55 PM »
Is this available locally in the Philippines? :D


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Re: MOD Duo open-source multi-effects
« Reply #5 on: March 03, 2017, 01:49:15 PM »
Is this available locally in the Philippines? :D

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Re: MOD Duo open-source multi-effects
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Re: MOD Duo open-source multi-effects
« Reply #7 on: April 27, 2017, 12:35:16 PM »
this is interesting. upping your thread. it would be great if this was brought to the country.

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« Reply #8 on: April 27, 2017, 04:44:24 PM »
this is interesting. upping your thread. it would be great if this was brought to the country.

thank you  :), uo nga eh great nga pag nabrought yan dito
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Re: MOD Duo open-source multi-effects pedal
« Reply #23 on: January 18, 2019, 10:06:32 PM »
MOD Duo X is “tailor-made to meet the needs of the electronic musician”



 MOD Devices will be showing off its latest audio-processing unit, the MOD Duo X, at this year’s show for the first time.

Building on the same ethos as the MOD Duo pedal, the X is a fully standalone, Linux-based audio processor that can host an “infinite number” of effects, virtual instruments and MIDI devices.

The new unit is housed in a slightly larger unit than before, with more physical controls, but still retains the two large graphical displays. Two encoders, eight potentiometers and four pads adorn the surface, all of which are freely assignable.

The I/O has been improved with two additional CV ins and outs, joining the 1/4 -inch jacks, MIDI in/out, Control-Chain RJ-45, USB Host (2.0 Standard A-type supporting USB Wi-Fi and USB MIDI) and USB Device (2.0 Standard B-type supporting USB Ethernet adapter).

Under the hood and the processor has been beefed-up with a Quad core ARM Cortex-A53, 1.5GHz processor giving you the power to run a dizzying array of additional free and commercial plugins, available in the MOD plugin shop.

MOD Devices are already taking pre-orders for the Duo X, priced at $/€699 and we hope to have a closer look at the show, so check back next week as we bring you all the coverage from the show floor.

If you can’t wait that long, then head over to the MOD Devices website for more info.



Feature highlights

    Digitally-controlled multi-stage analogue pre-amps
    Two CV ins and outs
    Cirrus Logic low noise audio AD/DA converter
    Relay-based True-Bypass
    Headphone out with dedicated volume control and direct monitoring option
    Quad core ARM Cortex-A53, 1.5GHz processor
    MIDI in and out and MIDI over USB
    USB-host port for connecting peripherals and Bluetooth
    Expanded connectivity using a USB hub
    USB-device port for computer connection
    Control Chain port for MOD peripherals like the MOD Footswitch & MOD Expression Pedal
    Two multi-function 128x64 graphical displays (readable in sunlight and optimized for live use)
    Two freely-assignable rotary encoders (control a virtually infinite amount of plugin parameters through push-button assignments)
    Eight freely-assignable potentiometers
    Four freely-assignable push-buttons
    Two instant "snapshot" push-buttons for easy setting recall and alternation
    Four LED audio meters

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