Squarp Instruments Core MIDI to CV/Gate interface + onboard generative Engines

Core is a compact MIDI-to-CV/Gate interface and generative control module designed to connect MIDI hardware and computers with modular synthesizer systems. It combines MIDI conversion, clocking, modulation and generative sequencing functions, with expansion support for up to 64 assignable CV and Gate outputs.

USB Host, USB Device and TRS MIDI inputs are intelligently merged, allowing multiple MIDI sources to control the modular system simultaneously. MIDI data can be converted to pitch CV, Gate, Velocity, Aftertouch and CC0–CC119, with support for polyphonic operation.

Beyond conventional MIDI-to-CV conversion, Core includes a collection of onboard generative Engines including ADSR envelopes, Euclidean gate patterns, arpeggiation, LFOs, DC offsets and logic operations. These can be used independently of incoming MIDI or combined with external control to generate modulation and sequencing signals.

Core can operate as either clock master or follower, with Clock, Start, Stop and Reset functions alongside internal BPM and Swing control. MIDI CC Learn allows incoming controllers to be assigned directly to Engine parameters, including configurable minimum and maximum values and inverted response.

Connecting one or two xp32 expansion modules provides up to 32 or 64 assignable CV/Gate outputs respectively. Eight global presets allow complete configurations to be stored and recalled, with an onboard OLED display providing access to routing and setup functions.

Specifications

• Type: MIDI-to-CV/Gate Interface and Generative Control Module
• MIDI Inputs: USB Host, USB Device and TRS MIDI
• MIDI Input Handling: Intelligent Input Merging
• MIDI-to-CV: Pitch, Gate, Velocity, Aftertouch and CC0–CC119
• Polyphony: Supported
• Clock Functions: Clock, Start, Stop and Reset
• Internal Clock: BPM and Swing Controls
• Generative Engines: ADSR, Euclidean Gates, Arpeggiator, LFO, DC Offset and Logic
• CC Learn: Assignable MIDI CC Control of Engine Parameters
• CC Mapping: Adjustable Minimum, Maximum and Inversion
• Presets: 8 Global Presets
• Display: OLED
• Expansion: Supports 1 or 2 xp32 Modules
• Outputs with 1 × xp32: Up to 32 Assignable CV/Gate Outputs
• Outputs with 2 × xp32: Up to 64 Assignable CV/Gate Outputs

• Core (MIDI to CV/Gate interface + onboard generative Engines) for xp32
• Power ribbon cable 16-pin
• Black screws
• MIDI-TRS adapter cable (type A)
• Core Quickstart (EN)

Video: https://youtu.be/3yIts7eCu_o

Product Specs

• Item Number: 44103
• Make: Squarp Instruments
• Model: Core
• Condition: Brand New
• Finish: Black
• Categories: keyboards-and-synths ⇒ eurorack
• Function: Envelope Generator CV Modulation LFO Logic Utility Sequencer MIDI
• Made In: France
• MPN: SQ-CORE
• Modular Grid: Eurorack ⓘ ＋
• Dimensions*: 6 HP 25 mm deep
• Power*: 5 mA +12V 5 mA -12V 150 mA 5V

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