Kaona Instruments — Skippy

Manual PDF

Kaona Skippy Eurorack Module Cheat Sheet

Module Overview:
Kaona Skippy is a 4-track polyrhythmic sequencer offering both matrix (step-based) and non-matrix (time-based) sequencing. Each track is independent and poly-temporal, allowing creative rhythms and algorithmic step generation.

Interface Reference

Front Panel Elements: - 4 Color Buttons:
- Red (Track 1) - Yellow (Track 2) - Green (Track 3) - Blue (Track 4)
Used for selecting tracks for editing.

Central Encoder Knob:
Rotate: Navigate/select parameter
Press: Select/function entry/exit
Long Press: Enter/exit System menu
Double Click: (in RESET mode) Sync/unsync all tracks
Screen: Shows selected function and track activity.
LED Circles: Show rhythmic activity for each track, color coded.

Inputs & Outputs

Jack	Function	Details / Voltage Ranges
CV OUT 1–4	Sequencer Gates	5V gates, match track color. Duration set by GATES
CV CLOCK IN	Clock/Reset input	Gate/Trig, min. 3V for RESET. Supports matrix/poly clocks.
CV CLOCK OUT	Internal clock out	5V logic, clock/tempo depending on CLK settings.

Input Function Modes

RESET: All sequences reset to step 0 on input pulse.
POLY: Follows average external clock, preserves non-metric timing.
MATRIX: Strictly follows external steps (can follow swung/irregular clocks).

Main Functions & Parameters

Function	Description/How-To
BPM	Tempo (10–600 BPM); EXT shown if externally clocked
STEPS	Steps per rotation (1–64); some modes auto-set steps
BEGIN/END	Set arc for pattern; not 0-based; direction-sensitive
GATES	Gate duration; longer gates overlap at high speeds
PROBA	Probability to skip enabled step (0–100%)
CHAOS	Randomize step timings; disables for strict algorithms
WAY	Set direction: <, >, <>, pause (-). Pause = time stop
SWING	Shuffle alternate steps; not in all algorithms
GAUSS	Logarithmic step distribution; sign sets curve focus
EUCLID	Bjorklund Euclidean gates; x/y pattern (#/total steps)
TILES	Matrix: repeat x on/x off; can break at cycle repeat
POLYR	Alternating tempos (e.g., 4/3); auto-calculates steps
JAZZY	32-step matrix with pre-defined funk/jazz patterns
SPIN	Rotate left/right for matrix/Euclidean functions
PAUSE	Mute any track (blinks); no param editing while muted
RESET	Return all heads to 0; double tap = “sync”

System Functions (Long-Press Encoder)

Function	Description
SAVE	Store 0–64 presets to SD card. Overwrites slot.
LOAD	Recall preset 0–64 from SD card
NEW	Initialize fresh state (clear settings)
CLK IN	Set clock/reset input mode (see above)
CLK	Clock multiply/divide (poly only, not matrix)

LED / Button Behavior

Button lit: Track selected for edit.
Button blinking: Track muted via PAUSE.
Screen color: White = normal/selectable, Violet = parameter editing for selected tracks.

Voltage Reference

Gate outputs (CV OUT 1–4): 0V (off) / 5V (on)
Clock input: 3V minimum trigger/gate
Clock output: 5V logic

Quick Usage Tips

Select track(s) with color buttons for group/individual editing.
Use encoder to select and change function/parameter.
Long-press encoder for save/load/system settings.
RESET and double-tap for instant recall/re-alignment of all tracks.
For experimenting, try immobilizing a track with WAY set to "-" (pause).

Technical

Width: 10HP
Depth: 32mm
Power: +5V at 200mA (no current draw on ±12V)
SD card: Internal, for presets only.

Generated With Eurorack Processor