PRC5 Wavefolder - a quick demo

Here's an overview of the new PRC5 Wavefolder module.

We use here a simple Triangle wave input - ie something with low harmonics.
This is the upper trace on the oscilloscope - the lower trace is the output waveform from the Positive Output (there is also an inverted output)

There is an internal VCA which drives the Fold section - this can go from fully closed and as we adjust the Folds control you can see the waveform reach a peak of +/-5V and then it starts to fold in on itself - this gives the rich effect of adding harmonics.

The input wave can be offset - both by a manual Offset control, or by a 2nd input with level control.

Folds level is, of course, CV controlled. Four bi-coloured LEDs give an indication of the folding intensity and show the polarity of the waveform when running an LFO into the input.

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[Desmaad]

What would this sound like with a sine wave or guitar signal going through it?

[BugBrand]

@Desmaad:::: a Sine-wave will have a very similar response to the Tri-wave shown in the video.

With guitar it works as a very fuzzy distortion - adds a lot of high harmonics - I don't think it is an ideal typical guitar overdrive though - could be an interesting 'different' effect though.

But - I can confirm that sending a drum machine through it does sound amazing - kick drums become massive snarling booms.

[Desmaad]

@BugBrand Can we hear them?

[apetechnology]

LOOKS GREAT WITH O SCOPE !

[jenamu6]

Great folder......would love to get me some bug stuff....