The group is a stereo module that blends the signals coming from the channels linked to it (up to eight) and manages their signal routing.
The group “puts into practice” all the information defined by the channels’ controls: volume, effect send volume, stereo panning.
It consists of three sections: the amplitude controls (white) and the two effect sends and returns (yellow and green).
A switch lets you define the group outputs’ behavior: it can be either the sum of all the channels and their effect return or just the wet signal.
The first option is great for smaller setups, where you can use the group as your system’s output without a master module.
Should you have a master, the second option allows for more advanced effects parallel processing or multitrack recording.
Mono Send and Voltage-Controlled Stereo FX Return
The group has two independent monophonic outputs and stereo inputs to create effect send/returns. (The mono output signal is the sum of all the channels’ send levels.) A CV over the stereo return level allows you to automate the effect section, like for gated reverbs, but also to use the stereo return as an auxiliary stereo channel.
Assignable Stereo Outputs
Two outputs (left and right) provide either the local sum of all the channels connected to the group and their effect or just the wet sounds (for further parallel processing). A jumper on the back selects the behavior.
Mute Button
The mute button allows you to remove a group from the master sum with a click. The mute doesn’t affect the local outputs: in smaller systems, where a group is the output module, it prevents accidental muting; in larger setups, it keeps the local outputs active for creative parallel processing.
Safe Solo Switch
The switch lets you solo a “scene” of prepared channels set up through their solo-in-place buttons or switches. It can be seen as a mute group function that allows you to mute all the channels outside the solo scene with a click.
PFL Button
The PFL button routes the group to the master’s PFL section, allowing you to pre-listen the whole group when muted or with the fader all the way down.
Saturation
Two peak LEDs show when the group is clipping. However, don’t be shy! You can clip the group on purpose and enhance your sound, either with a creamy saturation or a significant distortion.
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How much is my shipping?
Shipping is automatically calculated before you submit your payment information. Simply add items to your cart and proceed to the checkout page, where you'll be offered shipping options and their prices. In the UK it's normally around £4 for order values under £150, and free above that. Shipping to mainland EU is typically between £7 and £20, depending on the shipping method and the size and weight of the order.
Do you ship to my country?
Almost certainly - the site will give you an estimate of shipping costs if you add an item to the cart and then enter your country and postcode. If you have specific requirements (such as if you prefer UPS over FedEx, for example) then let us know in advance and we'll try to work something out for you.
Shipping methods
We use a combination of Parcelforce, DPD, Royal Mail and UPS for the UK, and for international orders it's either Royal Mail, UPS, DHL or FedEx depending on where you are in the world. If you have a particular preference then try to let us know BEFORE you order so we can look into it for you. Please note that there may occasionally be additional shipping charges if you live in a remote area, depending on what surcharges are applied by the shipper. We'll get in touch to discuss this with you in such cases.
Dispatch times
For UK orders, we normally dispatch the same working day if we get the order before 15:00. If you have a really urgent situation then of course drop us an email before ordering and we'll always do our absolute best to accommodate you.
For international orders, we normally dispatch the same day if we get the order before 13:00 but again, occasionally it might be the next day before we can send it out, and sometimes FedEx or UPS may come a little earlier than scheduled which would also push an order into the next day.
Shipping times
Since April 2020 the couriers we use have suspended guarantees for shipping times, so even though we're paying them for priority services - 24-48 hours for most of the world - in practice it's often an extra day on top and sometimes it can be longer.
There is absolutely nothing we can do about this unfortunately. If you are outside the UK and it's a life-or-death situation where you absolutely MUST have that passive mult for the next day then... it may be better to find a local supplier.
Saturday shipping
If you're in the UK and you order before 15:30 on a Friday then we can send something for a Saturday delivery (NB: this applies to UK mainland addresses only). The success rate with DPD is about 95% so it's worth a punt most of the time. Please note that if you select Saturday shipping on an order placed earlier in the week, we'll wait until Friday to ship it.
Pre-orders
If a product is listed as a pre-order, it means we've ordered it from the supplier but it's not physically in stock yet. The product listing will include an estimated shipping date based on the best information we have from the supplier, but do bear in mind this is subject to change and is not a guaranteed date.
If you place an order containing a mixture of in-stock and pre-order items, we'll normally hold off on shipping anything until the pre-order item(s) have arrived, rather than splitting it into multiple shipments. If you need the in-stock items sooner, we'd recommend placing separate orders. As always, please get in touch if you have questions.
Product Overview
The group is a stereo module that blends the signals coming from the channels linked to it (up to eight) and manages their signal routing.
The group “puts into practice” all the information defined by the channels’ controls: volume, effect send volume, stereo panning.
It consists of three sections: the amplitude controls (white) and the two effect sends and returns (yellow and green).
A switch lets you define the group outputs’ behavior: it can be either the sum of all the channels and their effect return or just the wet signal.
The first option is great for smaller setups, where you can use the group as your system’s output without a master module.
Should you have a master, the second option allows for more advanced effects parallel processing or multitrack recording.
Mono Send and Voltage-Controlled Stereo FX Return
The group has two independent monophonic outputs and stereo inputs to create effect send/returns. (The mono output signal is the sum of all the channels’ send levels.) A CV over the stereo return level allows you to automate the effect section, like for gated reverbs, but also to use the stereo return as an auxiliary stereo channel.
Assignable Stereo Outputs
Two outputs (left and right) provide either the local sum of all the channels connected to the group and their effect or just the wet sounds (for further parallel processing). A jumper on the back selects the behavior.
Mute Button
The mute button allows you to remove a group from the master sum with a click. The mute doesn’t affect the local outputs: in smaller systems, where a group is the output module, it prevents accidental muting; in larger setups, it keeps the local outputs active for creative parallel processing.
Safe Solo Switch
The switch lets you solo a “scene” of prepared channels set up through their solo-in-place buttons or switches. It can be seen as a mute group function that allows you to mute all the channels outside the solo scene with a click.
PFL Button
The PFL button routes the group to the master’s PFL section, allowing you to pre-listen the whole group when muted or with the fader all the way down.
Saturation
Two peak LEDs show when the group is clipping. However, don’t be shy! You can clip the group on purpose and enhance your sound, either with a creamy saturation or a significant distortion.
Technical Specs
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Shipping Details
How much is my shipping?
Shipping is automatically calculated before you submit your payment information. Simply add items to your cart and proceed to the checkout page, where you'll be offered shipping options and their prices. In the UK it's normally around £4 for order values under £150, and free above that. Shipping to mainland EU is typically between £7 and £20, depending on the shipping method and the size and weight of the order.
Do you ship to my country?
Almost certainly - the site will give you an estimate of shipping costs if you add an item to the cart and then enter your country and postcode. If you have specific requirements (such as if you prefer UPS over FedEx, for example) then let us know in advance and we'll try to work something out for you.
Shipping methods
We use a combination of Parcelforce, DPD, Royal Mail and UPS for the UK, and for international orders it's either Royal Mail, UPS, DHL or FedEx depending on where you are in the world. If you have a particular preference then try to let us know BEFORE you order so we can look into it for you. Please note that there may occasionally be additional shipping charges if you live in a remote area, depending on what surcharges are applied by the shipper. We'll get in touch to discuss this with you in such cases.
Dispatch times
For UK orders, we normally dispatch the same working day if we get the order before 15:00. If you have a really urgent situation then of course drop us an email before ordering and we'll always do our absolute best to accommodate you.
For international orders, we normally dispatch the same day if we get the order before 13:00 but again, occasionally it might be the next day before we can send it out, and sometimes FedEx or UPS may come a little earlier than scheduled which would also push an order into the next day.
Shipping times
Since April 2020 the couriers we use have suspended guarantees for shipping times, so even though we're paying them for priority services - 24-48 hours for most of the world - in practice it's often an extra day on top and sometimes it can be longer.
There is absolutely nothing we can do about this unfortunately. If you are outside the UK and it's a life-or-death situation where you absolutely MUST have that passive mult for the next day then... it may be better to find a local supplier.
Saturday shipping
If you're in the UK and you order before 15:30 on a Friday then we can send something for a Saturday delivery (NB: this applies to UK mainland addresses only). The success rate with DPD is about 95% so it's worth a punt most of the time. Please note that if you select Saturday shipping on an order placed earlier in the week, we'll wait until Friday to ship it.
Pre-orders
If a product is listed as a pre-order, it means we've ordered it from the supplier but it's not physically in stock yet. The product listing will include an estimated shipping date based on the best information we have from the supplier, but do bear in mind this is subject to change and is not a guaranteed date.
If you place an order containing a mixture of in-stock and pre-order items, we'll normally hold off on shipping anything until the pre-order item(s) have arrived, rather than splitting it into multiple shipments. If you need the in-stock items sooner, we'd recommend placing separate orders. As always, please get in touch if you have questions.
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Frap Tools CGM Creative Mixer Eurorack Quad Stereo Channel Module (QSC)
