Bastl Instruments AIKIDO

Bastl Instruments

Bastl Instruments AIKIDO

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Bastl Instruments AIKIDO

Warsaw Showroom

Pickup available, usually ready in 24 hours

Nowogrodzka 6
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00-513 Warszawa
Poland

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Elevate Your Modular Synthesis Game with Aikido Quad VCA Mixer

Are you ready to take your modular synthesis setup to the next level? Enter the world of Aikido, a performative quad VCA mixer designed to unleash your creative potential in the realm of modular synthesis. Discover how this versatile module can revolutionize your soundscapes and enhance your sonic experiments.

Unlocking Aikido's Power in Modular Synthesis

Bastl Instruments Aikido is not your ordinary quad VCA mixer; it's a dynamic tool that offers a wide range of features tailored for the modern modular synthesist. Let's delve into what makes Aikido an essential addition to your setup:

    • Flexible Submix Routing: Aikido provides flexible submix routing capabilities that empower you to shape your sound in unique ways. Whether you're crafting intricate textures or experimenting with complex signal paths, Aikido's routing options give you the freedom to explore.
    • Integrated Envelope Followers: Aikido comes equipped with two styles of integrated envelope followers. These envelope followers are not just your run-of-the-mill features; they offer precise control over your sound, allowing you to sculpt and manipulate it to your liking.
    • Seamless Sidechain Processing: Aikido's clever normalization simplifies sidechain compression and expansion, enabling you to create dynamic and pulsating rhythms effortlessly. With clickless mute switches and level faders, you can instantly shape your performances with precision.
    • Immediate Performability: Aikido is designed with the performer in mind. Its clickless mute switches and level faders ensure that you can make real-time adjustments without any interruptions. The dedicated attenuverters on each channel provide fine-tuned control, making Aikido a powerful and flexible quad VCA for live performances.
    • Patch-Programmable Mix Routing: Aikido's main mix output is complemented by individual VCA outputs with patch-programmable cascading mix routing. This feature opens up a world of creative possibilities, allowing you to experiment with signal flow and modulation.
    • Envelope Follower Versatility: Aikido's Side Chain envelope follower offers three different response curves, catering to various sound dynamics. On the other hand, the Spectral Follower can be tailored to focus on treble, mid, or bass frequencies, giving you precise control over your sound's spectral content.
    • Modulation Routing: Thanks to its DC-coupled VCAs, Aikido can serve as a versatile modulation routing hub within your modular setup. It allows you to dynamically modulate various parameters, adding depth and movement to your patches.
Aikido: Where Sonic Mastery Meets Martial Art Philosophy

Just as the martial art of Bastl Instruments Aikido teaches practitioners to harness their opponent's energy and use it to their advantage, the Bastl Instruments Aikido module empowers you to harness the power of your signals and manipulate them creatively. Your modular system becomes an arena where small signals can wrestle with the giants, resulting in unique and captivating soundscapes.

    • Side Chain & Spectral Follower: Aikido's Side Chain envelope follower, normalized to Channel A input, and Spectral Follower, connected to Channel D output, offer you versatile sound manipulation tools. Whether you want to achieve pumping rhythms or spectral compression, Aikido has you covered.
    • Expand Your Horizons: For those seeking even more mixing possibilities, multiple Aikido units can be daisy-chained, creating larger cascading mixers that provide you with endless potential.

Incorporating Bastl Instruments Aikido into your modular synthesis setup means opening the door to a world of sonic exploration and creativity. Whether you're a seasoned synthesist or just starting your journey, Aikido's powerful features, flexible routing, and dynamic envelope followers make it an indispensable tool for shaping your sound. Elevate your modular synthesis game with Aikido and experience the limitless possibilities it brings to your musical journey.

Returns

We want you to be sure of your choice and that the goods fit 100%.

For this reason, you have 30 days to test the product, during which you can return it without giving a reason.

It is important to keep the factory appearance of the goods, consumer properties and full equipment (original packaging, labels, manuals, software CDs, all inserts, everything that was included in the delivery).

If you have decided to return the goods, please write to us at return@wiredtunes.pl, after which we will contact you and inform you about the next steps of the procedure.

Please note that refunds are not available for:

  • Cables and connectors
  • Software
  • Devices with a used voucher and serial numbers for which they were registered
  • Custom accessories (earbuds, earbuds)
  • Needles and cartridges
  • Care and hygiene products

Returns

We want you to be sure of your choice and that the goods fit 100%.

For this reason, you have 30 days to test the product, during which you can return it without giving a reason.

It is important to keep the factory appearance of the goods, consumer properties and full equipment (original packaging, labels, manuals, software CDs, all inserts, everything that was included in the delivery).

If you have decided to return the goods, please write to us at return@wiredtunes.pl, after which we will contact you and inform you about the next steps of the procedure.

Please note that refunds are not available for:

  • Cables and connectors
  • Software
  • Devices with a used voucher and serial numbers for which they were registered
  • Custom accessories (earbuds, earbuds)
  • Needles and cartridges
  • Care and hygiene products

Warranty

We care about our customers and carefully select the producers and products that we present in Wired Tunes, which is why we are sure of their quality. If the product does not meet our standards, you will not find our catalog on the list.

Our warranty is 36 months for all products and 60 months for ADAM Audio products.

Except for consumables, strings, tubes and crossfaders, and products showing signs of misuse.

In the event of damage, please contact us via support@wiredtunes.pl, after which we will contact you and inform you about the next steps of the procedure.

If the product cannot be repaired, it will be replaced with a new one, or in the absence of an available model, we will replace it with an analogous one in the same price range or refund the entire amount that has been paid. The most important thing is that the product is used properly.

Warranty

We care about our customers and carefully select the producers and products that we present in Wired Tunes, which is why we are sure of their quality. If the product does not meet our standards, you will not find our catalog on the list.

Our warranty is 36 months for all products and 60 months for ADAM Audio products.

Except for consumables, strings, tubes and crossfaders, and products showing signs of misuse.

In the event of damage, please contact us via support@wiredtunes.pl, after which we will contact you and inform you about the next steps of the procedure.

If the product cannot be repaired, it will be replaced with a new one, or in the absence of an available model, we will replace it with an analogous one in the same price range or refund the entire amount that has been paid. The most important thing is that the product is used properly.

Fast Delivery

All orders placed on our online store are delivered using the following delivery methods:

  • DPD Courier
  • UPS Courier
  • GLS Courier
  • DB Schenker

For orders valued up to 250 EUR, the delivery cost:

  • 15 euros: Germany, Belgium, Czechia, Hungary, Latvia, Luxembourg, Austria
  • 20 euros: Italy, Denmark, Estonia, France, Lithuania, Netherlands, Romania, Slovakia
  • 30 euros: Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Finland, Greece, Ireland, Malta, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain

For orders above 250 EUR, delivery is free.

The delivery time is typically 7 days.

For oversized orders, we use carriers such as DPD, GLS, and DB Schenker. The store manager will provide information on the cost and delivery time when your order is accepted.

Fast Delivery

All orders placed on our online store are delivered using the following delivery methods:

  • DPD Courier
  • UPS Courier
  • GLS Courier
  • DB Schenker

For orders valued up to 250 EUR, the delivery cost:

  • 15 euros: Germany, Belgium, Czechia, Hungary, Latvia, Luxembourg, Austria
  • 20 euros: Italy, Denmark, Estonia, France, Lithuania, Netherlands, Romania, Slovakia
  • 30 euros: Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Finland, Greece, Ireland, Malta, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain

For orders above 250 EUR, delivery is free.

The delivery time is typically 7 days.

For oversized orders, we use carriers such as DPD, GLS, and DB Schenker. The store manager will provide information on the cost and delivery time when your order is accepted.