Shakmat Dual Dagger Manual PDF
Eurorack Stereo Filter Patch Concepts
The Shakmat Dual Dagger is a flexible, high-quality dual stereo filter module tailor-made for both classic and experimental signal processing. Below are creative patch ideas that combine the Dual Dagger with other eurorack modules for fresh sound sculpting possibilities.
Modules Needed: Shakmat SumDif, Dual Dagger, stereo source (e.g., Make Noise X-Pan, Intellijel Mixup), stereo reverb/delay.
- Patch:
- Use the Shakmat SumDif to convert your stereo signal to Mid/Side (M/S) format.
- Patch the Mid and Side signals into Dual Dagger’s inputs.
- Use the pan CV inputs (PANLP/PANHP) to modulate the cutoff differences between Mid and Side, emphasizing or narrowing the stereo field.
- Optionally, reconvert to L/R using the SumDif.
- Finish with stereo reverb or spatial FX for massive stereo manipulation.
Modules Needed: Tiptop Audio Mantis case, ALM Pamela’s PRO Workout (or any envelope/LFO generator), stereo drum machine or sampler (e.g., Squarp Rample).
- Patch:
- Send stereo drum output into Dual Dagger inputs.
- Use Pamela's Workout to send clocked, percussive envelopes to filter cutoff CVs (independently or in stereo-panned mode).
- Exploit the panning CV for motion in the drum hits—add sharp resonance for acidic or metallic tones.
- Try the Link mode for “bandpass shelf” effects that carve out frequency bands dynamically in rhythm with your track.
Modules Needed: Mutable Instruments Clouds or Tiptop Echoz, Manual Gates/VCAs/LFO.
- Patch:
- Send a mono sound into a delay with stereo output.
- Route the left/right delayed outputs into the Dual Dagger.
- Use PanLP/HP CV for opposing modulation, so filtered delay repeats “move” differently across the stereo field.
- Modulate resonance for spacey textures, and automate the Link function with a gate or sequencer for dynamic morphing.
Modules Needed: Precision V/OCT CV source (e.g., Intellijel Quadratt, Mutable Instruments Kinks), sequencer, mixer, additional waveshaper.
- Patch:
- Set the Dual Dagger to "Hi" resonance jumper setting so it self-oscillates.
- Patch two sequences (or spread one at two pitches) into each filter’s cutoff CV to play melodies.
- Optionally, mix both outputs in a submixer for a “detuned” stereo sine VCO effect; FM one channel with CV to pan HP for complex FM waveforms.
- Shape output further with analog wave shapers or lowpass gates for more timbral range.
Modules Needed: Mutable Instruments Rings or Make Noise STO, Batumi or other quad LFO, random CV source (e.g., Wogglebug).
- Patch:
- Patch stereo drone source into Dual Dagger.
- Modulate LP and HP cutoff (and/or pan) with independent LFOs for evolving, swirling motion.
- Send random CV into resonance input for unpredictable emphasis shifts.
- Try Link engaged and sweep bandwidth slowly for “sonic clouds” or morphing formant drones.
Modules Needed: Step sequencer (e.g., Arturia Keystep Pro), stereo synth voice, CV randomizer (e.g., Noise Engineering Clep Diaz).
- Patch:
- Run synth output into Dual Dagger.
- Use sequencer to modulate cutoff and pan at different steps for highly dynamic stereo patterns.
- Randomize the pan CV every few steps to create ever-changing stereo filter animation in sync with your melody or bassline.
Modules Needed: Matrix Mixer (e.g., Befaco Hexmix), distortion, external FX pedal loop.
- Patch:
- Use a matrix mixer to route part of Dual Dagger’s output back to its own input, controlling the feedback amount.
- Insert distortion or FX into this loop.
- Employ the resonance and link controls to push the filter into harmonically rich, self-modulating feedback territory.
- Carefully modulate with CV for wild, animated, psychoacoustic textures.
Let your imagination lead. The Dual Dagger's precise/stereo control is a playground for wild spatial, timbral, and percussive explorations.