kompas is a three-coordinate probabilistic pattern navigator. each coordinate has a unique traveling pace and a dedicated trigger output. the amount of probability can be adjusted manually or by external voltages. once a coordinate has been adjusted, a new
pattern is generated and looped until the next change of direction.
this tool is the outcome of the environment we are in
and is inspired by the non-linear approach to music and life - don't build any expectations, choose your direction, and discover new paths.
unlike common probability operation, instead of filtering a pre-determined sequence, kompas uses probability to generate new looping patterns based on the direction you choose.
features:
global clock and reset input
3 x 32 step pattern generators with traveling algorithms
3 cv inputs for coordinate modulation
3 trigger outputs
2/5/10ms selectable trigger length (via boot settings)
diy and hacker-friendly arduino programmable hardware
open-source schematics and code
includes a printed fanzine with navigation topics
available also as a diy soldering and coding workshop
specifications:
5 hp
ptc fuse and diode protected 10-pin power connector
35mm deep (skiff friendly)
5ms default trigger length
5v trigger outputs
0-5v protected cv inputs
60hz maximum clock rate (3600 bpm :o)
6-pin ftdi connector;
power consumption +12v: < 30ma
b(astl)-side
behind kompas there is arduino-compatible hardware (atmega328p chip) which can be re-programmed and hacked for different eurorack applications.
indication:
2 leds hardwired to trigger/gate inputs
3 leds hardwired to trigger/gate outputs
3 leds accessible via backside header
bottom board extra pins:
5 i/o digital pins (3 of them are connected to leds via jumper by default)
+5v and gnd
rx connection pad (suitable for midi hack)
6-pin ftdi connector
