MAJ. APE'S EXULTANT SYNTH SCREAMER (MAPE)

Let MAPE take you on a Magical Mystery Tour of sonic experimentation!" Maj. Ape's Exultant Synth Screamer is a circuit bending creation that transforms an Ibanez Tube Screamer into a drone synth / fuzz / overdrive.

With CV controls and a modular synthesizer-inspired approach, MAPE offers a truly unique sonic experience that pushes the boundaries of what the classic green pedal can do.

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Tisket tasket baby A green and yellow basket Sent a letter to my baby On my way I passed it
Step by step, we build.
And each day brings us closer.
Finally! This thing is wild!
Thanks to everyone who had been waiting all this time. No doubt - that’s the craziest Screamer I have ever tried or seen.
Play me!
Maj. Ape’s Exultant Synth Screamer, SQ-1, and Boss Slicer coming together for a minimal jam! Controlling MAPE with SQ-1 via the CV input is so much fun 🎶 The drums added in Logic help glue this little track together.
Hello, world! Here is the first video showcasing the Maj. Ape’s Exultant Synth Screamer.
MAPE is set to oscillator mode, (MAPE has six switches and two CV inputs onboard). It is also being controlled by the SQ-1 with both CV inputs engaged. The focus of MAPE is primarily on the synth side of things, allowing for external sources such as CV sequencers, external LFOs, or modular systems to be connected and play melodies. It can also be used as a regular TS, although I may take it a bit further and tweak the clipping and make it LED or asymmetrical LED + diodes.  MAPE is also capable of producing fuzz sounds, with the character similar to the Bit Commander, Data Corrupter, Schumann PLL. And yes - this time each switch has been given a function that can be described in musical, non technical terms. It’s essential to note that MAPE is a strictly circuit bending creature, and it’s not a Screamer shell with some drone PCB inside. It’s a current off the shelf 808 pushed beyond its limits and controllable via CVs (remember the vactrols I was sharing earlier?).

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Creative Circuit Bending

MAPE is a product of multiple circuit bending techniques, which allow it to produce an eclectic range of sonic textures that would not be possible with a stock Ibanez Tube Screamer, adding a fresh perspective to the classic and allowing for a unique and unconventional use of the Tube Screamer.

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Two CV Inputs for Dynamic Drone Synthesis

MAPE truly shines as a drone synth when connected to external sources such as a CV sequencer, external LFO, or modular system, utilizing its powerful CV controls and modular synthesizer-inspired approach to create unique and immersive sonic experiences.

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Six circuit bent switches to push the limits

MAPE features six circuit bent switches that produce a variety of synth, fuzz, and overdrive sounds, allowing musicians to explore unique sonic possibilities. These modifications result in 729 possible combinations of switch positions, inspiring to push the limits of sound endeavours.

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Each switch engaging a unique parameter

Switch 1: -1 octave synth or a guitar synth (with a drone in the background). Switch 2: Velcro/spitty fuzz or gated guitar synth that tracks with the input. Switch 3: High-pitched Drone 1 or Drone 2. Switch 4: Wild fuzz (similar to Fuzz Factory without gate) or low-pitched Drone 3. Switch 5: Drone 4 or Drone 5. Switch 6: Gated Synth Fuzz or Drone 6.

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Unconventional Approach to Sound Generation and Modular Integration.

MAPE's focus on sound generation and integration with modular systems sets it apart from traditional guitar pedals, offering a fresh approach and taking an unconventional direction.