Modular synthesizer enthusiasts in search of a next-level percussion synthesizer will be impressed with the erica synths LXR Drum Module. The LXR2 was developed in cooperation with Sonic Potions and ports their LXR-02 drum machine sound engine into a compact Eurorack modular with six different instrument voices, each with over 30 parameters to tweak. The module can produce a wide variety of sounds from classic analog emulations to full-on crunchy digital mayhem.
With no onboard sequencer, the LXR is best paired with a percussion sequencer like the erica synths Drum Sequencer. Drums 1-3 offer 1V/oct tracking for use as basslines and melodic sequences. There are 7 drum trigger inputs with accents which control the 6 voices. Triggers 6 and 7 share the hi-hat voice and offer independent decay times to create the open and closed hi-hat sound.
Each voice features a 3-slot modulation matrix with 17 sources (5 CVs inputs, 6 LFOs, and 6 accent signals), which can be routed to any of the voice parameters. There is a single FX slot with four effects to choose from (Drive, Ringmod, Comp, Delay) plus a performance mode that allows you to morph between two kits in real time. The LXR includes a ribbon power cable and mounting screws.
Features
- 6 drum/percussion voices
- 7 trigger inputs with accents
- 5 assignable CV inputs
- 4 assignable outputs
- 3 voices can be used as basslines due to 1V/oct tuning
- Over 30 adjustable parameters per voice
- Insert FX section
- Kit memory
- SD card for Kit exchange and easy firmware updates
- Kits compatible with the LXR-02
- Power consumption: +118mA / -61mA
- Module depth: 1.4 / 35mm
erica synths LXR Specs
| Item Type | Eurorack Module |
| Sound Generation | Digital |
| Keyboard | None |
| Expression Controls | None |
| Number of Pads | 6 x Pad (with LED Indicators) |
| Display | Monochrome OLED |
Sounds
| Number of Sounds, Kits, or Samples | 1000 x User Drum Kit |
| Maximum Polyphony | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Built-In Effects | None |
| Performance Functions | None |
| Built-In Speakers | None |
Synthesis
| Oscillators | 6 x Variable (FM, Noise, Sawtooth, Sine, Square, Triangle) |
| Mixer | None |
| Amplifiers | 6 x DCA |
| Envelopes | 1 x Amp/Assignable Envelope Generator per Voice |
| Filters | Number of Filters: 1 per Voice Characteristic: Digital Type: Multi-Filter Slope: 2-Pole/12 dB (HPF/LPF/BPF) |
| LFOs | Number of LFOs: 1 per Voice Waveforms: Sine, Sawtooth, Reverse Sawtooth, Sawtooth Up, Sawtooth Down, Square, Triangle, Random Controls/Modes: LFO Sync |
| Modulation Matrix | 3-Slot per Voice (17 Sources) |
Sequencing & Recording
| Sequencer | None |
| Arpeggiator | None |
| Audio I/O | 4 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Unbalanced Mono Instrument Output |
| Pedal Support | None |
| MIDI I/O | None |
| CV/Gate I/O | 7 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Trigger Input 5 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS CV Input 5 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Assignable Input |
| Control Voltage Level | CV In: -5 to +5 V |
| Patch Points | None |
| Sync I/O | None |
| Network I/O | None |
| USB | None |
| Media/Memory Card Slot | Slot 1: SD/SDHC |
Audio Performance
| I/O Impedance | Outputs: 100 Ohms (Unbalanced) |
| Maximum Output Level | 10 V p-p |
Compatibility
| Included Software | None |
| Mobile App Compatible | No *As of April, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
Power
| Power Requirements | Eurorack Power |
| Eurorack Current Consumption | 160 mA on +12 V Rail 12 mA on -12 V Rail |
Physical
| Color | Black |
| Horizontal Pitch | 28 HP |
| Included Accessories | None |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 0.875 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.4 x 8.15 x 2.75" |
In the Box
- erica synths LXR Eurorack Drum Module (28 HP)
- Ribbon Power Cable
- Set of Mounting Screws
- 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
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