Klavis Twin Waves MKII

Klavis Twin Waves MKII

Voltage-controlled Dual VCO/LFO/random

    Two oscillators independently set as VCO, LFO, or random generator
    Features in VCO mode:
        V/Oct tracking over 10 octaves
        Through zero and linear FM
        Sub-octave output
        Hard & soft synchronization
        VCA control and CV algorithms selection
        Quantizer with various scales
        20 algorithm-based synthesis types among:
            Wave shaping
            Phase modulation
            Phase positioning of multiple waves
            Up to 5 stacked oscillators in tunable unison
            Self-sync with phantom oscillator
            Additive synthesis (7 waves)
            Variable bit reduction (bit-crushing)
            Ring modulator with its own 2nd oscillator
            Noise with LPF, BPF, or resonant filter
    Features in LFO mode:
        Simultaneous signal and trigger outputs
        External wave synchronization
        Clock controlled rate with voltage controlled multiplier and divider
        CV and knob control of output level
        Algorithm based wave engine with a selection of:
            Wave shaping
            Phase modulation
            Random levels and vectors (also Brownian)
            Randomly spaced triggers and waves
    Display with contextual icons and instant reminder help text
    LEDs indicating potentiometer vs. value matching, switch settings and output signals
    Automatically saved settings for instant recall at power on
    Firmware update by playing an audio file via the front panel
    Compact and skiff-friendly module

This MKII evolution brings a redesigned layout, additional knobs for more hands-on fun and semi-modular cross-patching between sections.
All of the original features are present: a top selection of synthesis techniques, each with their key parameter directly at hand, enriched by a full set of complementary features.
More than ever the Twin Waves is versatility at its best.
MKII vs. first version
What is kept and what is new?

    Same width (8hp)
    Same price
    All TW v1 capabilities and features retained
    Three dedicated modulation gain pots
    Semi-modular cross-section patching
    Thinner design - all fits on a single PCB

Whereas the original Twin Waves required +/-5V signals to benefit from full scale modulation, the new version requires less and has gain knobs for all 3 modulation inputs.
These gain knobs are even more beneficial given that a normalling of the outputs to the other section's modulation input(s) allows creative results without requiring extra patching.
This offers an easy and creative access to "complex oscillator" fun and cross modulation LFO and chaos craziness..

Using the outputs does not break their normalling; this avoids using a "multiple" when the output signal should go both inside and outside the module.

The dedicated Square1 output of the first oscillator is normalled to the global sync/clock input. This allows synchronizing the second oscillator both for audio and LFO/random purposes.
User manual V1.0

8HP

21mm deep (without powercable)

+12V 52mA

-12V 17mA

+5V 0mA