Great Conjunction Generative FM Synth + Sequencer (Purple)

Distropolis Goods Great Conjunction

The Great Conjunction from Distropolis Goods is a compact FM synthesizer and generative sequencer designed to explore glitchy melodies, evolving loops, and polyrhythmic patterns. Using a vintage Yamaha YM2413 FM sound chip to generate sounds onboard, Great Conjunction abuses this two operator FM voice with three simultaneous sequences, evoking strange timbral glitches and shifting polyrhythmic hockets as sequencers fight for command of the FM engine. These conjunctions enable sounds otherwise challenging or impossible to produce with direct programming, providing a palette for the collection of happy accidents and ephemeral expressions.

Rather than placing specific note events in time, the sequencers within Great Conjunction use algorithmic generation to organize sound events. Choose from pseudo-random, euclidean, or cellular automata modes, giving you numerous avenues to arrange evolving patterns. Sequences can alter the instrument preset of the FM chip, step placement, event density, algorithm type, root note, octave, range or span, and scale selection from 43 onboard options. With access to all the YM2413's synth parameters, including envelope, waveforms, frequency, and more, these sequencers can make quick work of generating highly dynamic sequences which change dramatically from note to note, or dial the complexity back for more repeatable, straightforward sequencing.

With its USB-C and TRS MIDI connections, you can also use Great Conjunction to control external devices, providing a central sequencer and sound source for commanding an ensemble of algorithmic musical players. Perfect as a resource for shaking up stricter sequences and positively lovely for creating music on the go, Great Conjunction from Distropolis Goods is a compact FM explorer ready to deliver surprising sequences, digital bliss, and much more.

Great Conjunction Features

• Compact FM synthesizer and generative sequencer
• Uses vintage Yamaha YM2413 chip for onboard sound generation
• Three generative sequencers address YM2413 simultaneously, creating unique glitches with conflicting commands
• Full access to all YM2413 synth parameters with 100 preset sounds
• 1-32 step sequencing per sequencer
• Select between random, euclidean, and cellular automata algorithms to distribute events
• 8 parameters per sequencer, with additional sub-parameters
• Variable evolution per parameter and per sequencer
• Monophonic and 3-note chord sequencing
• 10 save slots
• MIDI input and output via USB or TRS-A connection
• Independent MIDI channels for each sequencer for input or output
• Backlit LCD display