shakmat/archers-rig

Archer's Rig

Shakmat Modular

Digital noise source-based hi-hat and high-pitched percussion synthesizer with multiple noise algorithms, analog multimode VCF, VCA, distortion, randomizer, 96 preset memory, and Select Bus compatibility.802

Capabilities 2

Hi-hat synthesizerhi-hat-synthesizer
Hybrid digital-analog hi-hat synthesizer with 14 noise source algorithms, analog multimode VCF (4 types), distortion, VCA, 96 presets, and randomizer.802
Preset Memorypreset-memory
96 presets in 6 banks of 16 slots each, plus factory presets. Includes random and init presets. Auto-saves current state.802

Jacks 9 (8 in / 1 out)

NameSignalVoltageDescription
Inputs (8)
Closed-hat trigger inputtrigger802
Decay CV inputcv-5V to 5V802
Effect CV inputcv-5V to 5V802
Filter CV inputcv-5V to 5V802
Open-hat trigger inputtrigger802
Preset inputcv802
Tune CV inputcv-5V to 5V802
Velocity CV inputcvUnipolar velocity input acting on the level/gain. Sampled on each trigger received; normalised to 5V.802
Outputs (1)
Audio outputaudio-8V to 8V802

Parameters 15

NameTypeRangeBehavior
Closed-hat decay buttonbutton802
DecayknobAdjusts open-hat decay time. When closed-hat decay button is pressed, adjusts closed-hat decay time instead. Turning fully CCW while setting closed-hat decay mutes it entirely. In drone mode, acts as a volume control.802
EffectknobControls the depth/parameter of the selected effect. Turning fully counter-clockwise bypasses the effect.802
FILTmenu_settingSelects the VCF filter type. Options: HiPass (three poles), Resonant HiPass, Band-pass (12dB/oct HP + 6dB/oct LP), Peak (highly resonant band-pass).802
FilterknobControls the VCF cutoff frequency. Works in conjunction with the selected filter type and range.802
FXmenu_settingSelects the digital effect applied to the noise source. Options: FM, Ring Modulation, LFO on Tune, Comb Filter, Metallizer, LFO on Amplitude, Up Filter Envelope, Down Filter Envelope, Sample Rate Reducer.802
GAINmenu_settingValues 0-9: sets level without distortion (normal volume around 6-7). Values above 9 (A-J): enable distortion with increasing gain.802
Load buttonbutton802
Menu select buttonbutton802
RNGmenu_settingSets the frequency range of the VCF and the fixed frequency of the end-of-chain low-cut filter. Options: Full, Medium (150 Hz), Low (1 kHz), High (10 kHz).802
Save buttonbutton802
SRCmenu_settingSelects the digital noise source algorithm. Options: Metal, 808, XOR, DR110, FM, Noise, Grains, 909, Eeprom, Cross-FM, Resonance noise, Bell, Sine, External.802
Trigger buttonbutton802
TuneknobControls the noise source tuning. Disabled when External source is selected. When External source is selected, this CV input accepts an external signal to be processed by the analog chain.802
VLCTmenu_setting0 – 9Sets the minimum velocity level (minimum output level when 0V is received at the velocity input). Range 0-9.802

Firmware history 0 versions

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References 2

  1. [802]
    Shakmat Modular Archer's Rig Manualmanual
    verified 2026-05-23
  2. [803]
    Shakmat Modular Archer's Rig product pageproduct_page
    verified 2026-05-23