Description

When a kick drum needs to hit harder and cut deeper, the Erica Synths Hexinverter Mutant BD9 Eurorack module delivers unmistakable analog punch. This analog module combines voltage-controlled distortion with the classic character of the TR-909, all within a compact 13HP footprint. The primary oscillator delivers 909-style sine bass drums, but with a flick of a switch, users can unlock square wave bass sounds. The unit’s output level is modular-ready, providing a punch that can cut through any live setup or studio mix. Producers searching for aggressive kicks and deep tonal sculpting will find the BD9 module offers a precise, hands-on experience that goes far beyond typical drum synths.

Parametric Analog Kick Synthesis With Integrated Sub Power

Rather than revisiting familiar 808-style territory, the Mutant BD9 is built around a parametric bass drum synthesis engine designed to push beyond traditional analog kick designs. Its primary analog VCO delivers classic 909-style sine bass drums, with a switchable square wave option for a more aggressive edge. A wide pitch range (approximately 30Hz–240Hz) and a dedicated Pitch Decay circuit allow everything from tight transient hits to exaggerated, tom-like sweeps, while voltage-controlled Amplitude Decay shapes kicks from short and punchy to massive and booming. The Click generator sharpens attack definition, and the Drive control moves from warm analog saturation to speaker-threatening distortion. When deeper impact is needed, the integrated square-wave sub-oscillator—mixable manually or via CV with selectable octave and filtering options—adds anything from subtle weight to evolving low-end obliteration. With extensive CV control, flexible triggering and accent input, the BD9 is an expressive, performance-ready kick module built for modern modular systems.

Erica Synths Hexinverter Mutant BD9 Bass Drum Eurorack Module
Features
  • Analog bass drum module pushes raw power and gritty punch
  • Switchable sine or square VCO covers classic and modern kick tones
  • Voltage-controlled pitch and pitch decay for detailed modulation
  • Amplitude decay CV lets you shape kick length per step
  • Dedicated click generator adds attack and sharp transient control
  • Blendable sub-oscillator deepens bass or shifts timbre instantly
  • Drive control goes from warm lows to aggressive overdrive
  • 13HP size and 1.3” depth fit easily in most Eurorack rigs
Specs
General
  • Product type: Eurorack bass drum synthesizer module
  • Model: Mutant BD9
Sound Engine
  • Synthesis type: Analog bass drum synthesis
  • Oscillator type: Analog VCO with sine and square wave modes
  • Frequency range: Approximately 30Hz–240Hz
  • Sub-oscillator: Square wave sub-oscillator derived from primary oscillator
Envelope and Dynamics
  • Pitch decay: Adjustable pitch decay time and amount
  • Amplitude decay: Voltage-controlled amplitude decay
  • Click generator: Adjustable attack click level
Controls
  • Pitch controls: Pitch, pitch decay, pitch decay amount and pitch CV knobs
  • Amplitude controls: Amp decay and amp decay CV knobs
  • Drive control: Output drive knob
  • Sub level control: Sub-oscillator level control
Control Voltage
  • CV inputs: Pitch, amp decay and sub level
  • Trigger input: Trig input
  • Accent input: Accent input
Audio
  • Analog output: 1 × 1/8"
Power
  • Power usage: ±12V 50mA
  • Power supply: Eurorack case and power supply required
Dimensions
  • Width: 13HP
  • Depth: 1.3"

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