Description
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The video above demonstrates the First Contact being fed into Mutable Instruments Rings.
The First Contact from SetonixSynth and Tidbit Audio is a stereo microphone preamp with built-in stereo contact microphone. It can be used to amplify mic and line-level mono and stereo inputs for many purposes, with great sound quality and a pleasing character when overdriven.
With no input, the First Contact turns into an electroacoustic performance device, with piezos mounted to the inside of the panel allowing it to be scraped, tapped, set on vibrating objects and more. The piezo combined with the onboard amplifier turns these vibrations into a useful stereo audio output.
Other uses include:
- Amplify contact mics and other sound sources while preserving the bass content
- Bring standalone line-level synths and audio devices (cassette player, Volcas, etc) up to modular synth level
- Trigger Eurorack modules using internal contact mics
- Patch input to output for stereo drone oscillator
- Headphone amplifier for contact mics
The First Contact’s long battery life, many uses and portable design make it a great device for minimal setups, field recording, and making music on the go. For those looking for creative ways to interface devices, the First Contact is definitely worth a look!
Features:
- Stereo 3.5mm input jack
- Up to 15x gain of stereo input signal
- Individual L/R 3.5mm outputs for use with synthesizers
- Stereo 3.5mm output jack; can be used with headphones
- 9V battery powered with long life (>24 hours) battery not included
- Durable construction; ideal for portable setups
First Contact – Build Document & User Manual
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