Body Synths Laboratory Dual-Channel Effects Processor and Feedback Synthesizer

The Body Synths Laboratory is a dual-channel effects processor and feedback synthesiser built around four feedback paths. It can be used for stereo processing, multi-tap and ping-pong delays, resonant filtering, distortion and self-oscillating sound generation—continuing to produce sound even without an input signal when pushed into feedback.

Each channel combines voltage-controlled gain, PT2399-based delay and resonant filtering, followed by an output clipping stage. The channels can operate in series or parallel, while Channel 2's input is normalled to Channel 1, allowing a mono source to feed both channels for stereo processing. The four feedback paths offer extensive routing options, from controlled repeats and subtle drones through to dense, unstable textures.

A global modulator provides either an envelope or looping LFO, with two positive and two negative CV outputs. It can be manually or externally triggered, and can modulate gain, delay time and filter cutoff for tremolo, vibrato, chorus, moving stereo filter sweeps and modulated delays.

Developed in collaboration with Andrey Salomatin of Berlin-based pedal company akkusativ.

Features

Dual Effects Channels

Each channel includes:

• Gain stage with up to 40 dB of gain
• PT2399-based delay
• Resonant filter with low-pass and high-pass modes
• Output clipping for compression and distortion at higher levels
• CV inputs for gain, delay time and filter cutoff

Routing & Feedback

• Four feedback paths for audio routing and self-oscillation
• Series or parallel channel operation
• Channel 2 input normalled to Channel 1 for mono-to-stereo processing
• Series operation allows the two filters to create band-pass responses

Global Modulator

• Envelope (single-cycle) or LFO (looping) operation
• Attack and decay stages
• Cycle time: 10 ms–10 s
• Manual or external triggering
• Two unipolar positive and two unipolar negative CV outputs
• One trigger input

Connections

• Audio: 2 inputs and 2 outputs via 6.35 mm jacks
• CV: 6 inputs—3 per channel—and 4 outputs via 3.5 mm jacks
• Trigger: 1 × 3.5 mm input

Power

• 9 V DC, centre-negative power supply
• 5.5/2.1 mm barrel connector
• Current draw: 160 mA

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions (W × D × H): 190 × 124 × 55 mm
• Weight: 740 g

Included Accessories

• Body Synths Laboratory
• Universal power supply
• Manual
• Velvet bag
• 2 patch cables
• Earplugs
• Stickers

Video: https://youtu.be/qY6Se4qkSIs

Product Specs

• Item Number: 42339
• Make: Body Synths
• Model: Laboratory
• Condition: Brand New
• Finish: Black
• Categories: keyboards-and-synths ⇒ desktop-synths
• Function: Delay Dual/Stereo Filter Multieffect Synth Voice
• Made In: Germany
• MPN: BODSYN-LAB
• Modular Grid: Pedals ⓘ ＋
• Dimensions*: 190 mm wide 124 mm high
• Power*: ? mA / ? V AC/DC

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