2021 is a year of rethinking. In March, this year, I thought about closing the source code of some of my Open-Source libraries in the first “Rethinking Open Source” post. Now, I think it is a mistake. At the very least, the pitch-detection code should remain open. And indeed, while I said that the pitch-detection …
Finally, we’re shipping the first batch of XR-Spectras. The second batch is pending production, as we wait for new circuit boards to arrive. Don’t miss out on the OEM pricing. The second batch will still have the original OEM pricing as listed, following this link. For further details, have a look at the XR-Spectra User’s …
This global shortage of semiconductors is hurting us! I was hoping it will end soon, but it’s getting worse. Now, we have supply problems with ALL semiconductors in our products, and I have to redesign around the problem with alternative chips, whenever possible. Or, find alternative sources. We hit a snag last month with the …
We make simple things extra spacial. Here’s the completely redesigned Tone Block. Follow the XR-Spectra reference manual for more information (check out the Tone Block section). Available with the active XR Spectra configuration, the optional Tone Block is a small passive second-order (two-pole) resonant RLC filter with variable frequency and Q (resonance). It is specifically …
Busy! The XR-Spectra is now in production. Again, a big and special thank you to all early adopters who preordered the XR-Spectra on the first batch. If you are contemplating on ordering, now is the last chance to avail of the preorder discount (currently at OEM pricing!). See Pricing and Availability. After a rough start, …
Dual GK-13? This one is a custom project for Reto Byell’s 8-string guitar. He utilizes two Axon NGC 66 neural midi guitar controller synth along with two Roland VG99s. The first 4 channels go to the GK-13 pin connector at the back, while the other 4 channels go to the GK-13 pin connector at the …
Here’s a post about XR-Spectra’s passive mode. The XR-Spectra pickup can be configured as passive (no electronics, no batteries) by replacing the Preamp board (installed by default underneath the pickup), with the Passive board (also included).
Watch this Space. After many years in development, I am about to release Thor— A very specialized concept guitar made from carbon fiber and traditional tone wood, with multichannel audio capabilities and infinite multichannel (polyphonic) sustain. Before anything else, let me present the Infinity Project white paper: https://www.cycfi.com/assets/Infinity-Project.pdf. This paper explains the motivations behind the …
You’ve been waiting for this. Now I am pleased to announce the pricing and availability of XR-Spectra. I’m still finalizing the finer details, but by and large, XR-Spectra is now ready for pre-order, with an estimated 4-6 weeks lead-time for the first batch. Darren Wilson wins an XR-Spectra pickup for suggesting the winning name we …
