Steady State Fate (SSF) - Versa

- Order number: 240674
- Depth: 23
SSF VERSA — Quad Multimode VCA Built With Discrete Analog Circuitry.
VCAs are often seen as simple utilities, but VERSA goes a step beyond the traditional. This discrete analog quad VCA transforms into different tools depending on what you need: from bipolar offset generator to crossfader, from ring modulator to switching matrix.
Each of the four channels can perform multiple voltage-controlled operations. Want to smoothly blend between two signals? VERSA does that. Need to offset a modulation by +/-5V? nema problema. Looking for some analog ring modulation? Just flip a switch and you're there. The module's flexibility comes from its clever internal routing combined with high-quality discrete VCAs.
The four-quadrant multiplier includes a deliberate 'dead zone' – ensuring complete silence when you want it. No more unwanted bleed-through that plagues lesser VCAs. For processing both audio and CV, the DC-coupled design should maintain precision across the full voltage range.
But VERSA does more than simple individual channel processing. Four output buses create new possibilities: Maximum (OR) combines signals for peak detection, Minimum (AND) finds the lowest values, while Fold-Back adds characteristic analog distortion. A clean mix output rounds out the collection. Each channel can be freely assigned to these buses via dedicated switches.
VERSA's interface remains clear and easy to grasp despite the module's extensive capabilities and should easily guide you through its different modes of operation. If you're on the lookout for a versatile quad VCA you can't go wrong with this one — a solid choice!
Features:
- Four discrete analog VCAs
- Multiple modes per channel: offset, crossfade, ring mod, switch
- DC-coupled design for audio and CV
- Four output buses: Maximum, Minimum, Distortion, Mix
- Per-channel bus routing switches
- Bipolar offset generation (+/-5V)
- Dead zone in 4-quadrant multiplication
- Linear crossfading between external signals
- Clean signal path with no unwanted bleed
HE: | 3 |
TE: | 12 |
Depth: | 23 |
VERSA @Steady State Fate (SSF)
Steady State Fate (SSF) is the instrument design outlet of Andrew Morelli. Whereas the WMD/SSF product line features simple and small-format modules, his newly self-released modules are getting a very positive reception.