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Eurorack Hardware (EH) Modules – DIY Builds

April 5, 2020
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Eurorack Hardware (EH) Modules - DIY Builds

Spring is on its way and it is the perfect time for new modules to be hitting the market. We were stoked when the gang over at Synthrotek recently announced that they going to carry a new set of modules made by a relatively unknown company known as Eurorack Hardware (EH). 

A total of 5 new modules in all, the OR, E-OR, ATT, AMIX and RING are going to make a splash on the modular scene.  With that being said, we are excited about taking on the new DIY Kits from Eurorack Hardware (EH). 

EH - 5 Modules Completed
Eurorack Hardware (EH) Module Line

Who is EH? Who makes these new modules?

Eurorack Hardware (EH) has actually been around awhile, you just kinda know them in a different persona. Have you ever heard of Division 6? What about the Dual Mini Sequencer? Eurorack Hardware (EH) was founded by Scott Rise, who is also is the director of Division 6 Labs. Division 6 manufactured the infamous Dual Mini Sequencer and they produce other synth circuits and video game hardware mods.

EH are mainly known for manufacturing hardware for eurorack modular systems. They specialize in various rails, brackets and screws, and pretty much anything you would need to build a custom rack.

Upon partnering with gang over at Synthrotek the world was introduced to the OR, E-OR, ATT, AMIX and the RING. The five modules are described below, each with their own time lapse build, build notes and gallery.

Let’s get one with the builds…

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Nonlinear Circuits Bong0 Module – DIY Build

May 10, 2019
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NLC Bong0 Module - DIY Build

As our summer kicks off,  we take on a new build … the Nonlinear Circuits Bong0 Module.  We decided to take a break from the hole-through components and try out our soldering skills with SMD components. Surface Mount Devices or SMD are different from your basic hole-through builds in that the components are mounted as stated … on the surface of the PCB board.  The actual terminology for this is known as SMT or Surface Mount Technology.  

So what’s the big difference between hole-through vs surface mount components?  Usually the size of the component.  SMD components are small… some of them are VERY small. One’s choices in tool selection is also different as well.  You can use solder paste and hot air guns or you can use small gauge solder and your trusty iron if you choose to.  For the NLC Bong0, we chose small gauge solder and good ol iron sides. 

Ok … enough of the technical jargon, let’s get onto the NLC Bong0 and the build/review itself!

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