MOD Devices’ founder, Gianfranco Ceccolini, had a vision: creating a multi-effects unit that would never run out of effects, did not need a computer to be utilized on stage and would be attractive to producers. With the help of software developers, the MOD ecosystem came to life, combining analog-digital hybrid hardware, an intuitive graphical interface, a plug-in Store and the Pedalboard sharing platform. MOD Devices has unveiled their latest audio-processing unit, the MOD Duo X, aimed at electronic musicians.
Building on the same ethos as the MOD Duo pedal, the X is a fully standalone, Linux-based audio processor that claims to be able to host an “infinite number of effects, virtual instruments and MIDI devices.” The new unit is housed in a slightly larger unit than before, with more physical controls, but still retains the two large graphical displays. Two encoders, eight potentiometers and four pads adorn the surface, all of which are freely assignable.
MOD Duo X Features:
» Digitally-controlled multi-stage analogue pre-amps
» Two CV ins and outs
» Cirrus Logic low noise audio AD/DA converter
» Relay-based True-Bypass
» Headphone out with dedicated volume control and direct monitoring option
» Quad core ARM Cortex-A53, 1.5GHz processor
» MIDI in and out and MIDI over USB
» USB-host port for connecting peripherals and Bluetooth
» Expanded connectivity using a USB hub
» USB-device port for computer connection
» Control Chain port for MOD peripherals like the MOD Footswitch & MOD Expression Pedal
» Two multi-function 128×64 graphical displays (readable in sunlight and optimized for live use)
» Two freely-assignable rotary encoders (control a virtually infinite amount of plugin parameters through push-button assignments)
» Eight freely-assignable potentiometers
» Four freely-assignable push-buttons
» Two instant “snapshot” push-buttons for easy setting recall and alternation
» Four LED audio meters
The I/O has been improved with two additional CV ins and outs, joining the 1/4 -inch jacks, MIDI in/out, Control-Chain RJ-45, USB Host (2.0 Standard A-type supporting USB Wi-Fi and USB MIDI) and USB Device (2.0 Standard B-type supporting USB Ethernet adapter). Inside, the processor has been upgraded with a Quad core ARM Cortex-A53 / 1.5GHz processor.
MOD Devices’ Duo X costs $/€699 and is available for preorder.
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