October 15, 2017
Look what we have here! It’s the Modula Preamp. It’s a balanced design using the ADA4084 Low Noise, Rail-to-Rail Input/Output, Low Power Operational Amplifiers, with a 625μA supply
News and Updates
Fast and Efficient Pitch Detection
October 2, 2017
I needed to implement real-time, multichannel pitch detection in software using a small ARM Cortex-M4 microcontroller (MCU). My all-time favorite is the STM32F4 family from
September 22, 2017
Today, Cycfi Research is honored as the “Engineering Site of the Day” by the wonderful folks at EEWeb! Many thanks, EEWeb!
Modula update: Concentric Pots
September 20, 2017
Look what we have here! Concentric pots, anyone? We’re developing the next generation Resonant Filter and this might just be the key. Before, we had to
ADA4084: Can it get better than this?
September 17, 2017
Can it get better than this? Oh, I’m sure it will! I’m pretty sure we’ll see continuous improvements in Op Amp performance over the years.
8-String Flex Upgrade: LTD SC-208
September 5, 2017
This LTD SC-208 began life as an entry level 8-string for those interested in dipping their toe in the “deep end”. The stock setup included passive
August 28, 2017
What do you get when you cross the Nu and the XR? The Modula. Our new baby: A full-range, semi-modular pickup that can be used for
OPA1692: The perfect Op Amp for low power audio?
August 23, 2017
Our Op Amp Shootout page has always been the site’s top post. I’m always on the lookout for new and better Op Amps I can use in our
Complete XR Flex Sets 25% Off Starting Father’s Day
June 18, 2017
Beginning Father’s Day, Cycfi Research is pleased to offer a 25% discount on complete systems featuring our XR Flex Series extended-range pickups. The discount applies to the
May 31, 2017
The Nus are back in stock. Sorry for the wait. Folks just can’t get enough of these little creatures 🙂
Nu Update: Roland 13 Pin Adaptor
May 2, 2017
You’ve been asking for this for a long time now. A gift to the Roland aficionado. Finally, a Roland 13 Pin Adaptor for the Nu Series Modular Active
April 21, 2017
Gone are the days of DIP (Dual in-line) ICs. Most modern ICs are no longer offered in easy to use 2.54 mm (0.1 inch) pitch
April 17, 2017
Time to revisit the Alpha and replace Alpha’s pickups with what else but Nus and XRs! Dimarzios out, Nu and XRs in… Ehmm, OK I
March 14, 2017
Last time, we designed a a common baseplate for the Nu and XR pickups. I think it looks good! Check it out. You have independent height adjustment for the
February 15, 2017
Some of you asked if it is possible to have the Nu and XR in a common baseplate. It turns out that it is indeed possible. The way
Nexus Update: Programming MCU Module
February 4, 2017
The MIDI module includes a small, general purpose 16-bit MCU (Texas Instruments’ MSP430) that converts control voltages (CV) to MIDI. It is designed to be hackable.
January 30, 2017
Time flies! It’s been almost 4 years since I last updated our Op Amp Shootout page. Now It’s 2017, and this page is still our top hitter. I guess that
Nexus Update: In-Guitar Control and Connectivity
January 6, 2017
This is the fourth part of the Nexus documentation series. The first part documents the Basic Kit, the second part details the Mixer Module and the third
December 24, 2016
Here are some factory images of the first Nexus batch. We’re building a system! And this system is going to be awesome! Merry Christmas, Everyone!
December 19, 2016
This is the third part of the Nexus documentation series. The first part documents the Basic Kit, the second part details the Mixer Module. This time, we