EM-302 | Four-Quadrant Multiplier / Balanced Modulator

RINGO is a compact, fully analog four-quadrant multiplier designed for balanced modulation, complex spectral transformation, and continuous voltage-domain computation.

At its core, RINGO performs true analog multiplication between Program and Carrier signals, generating sum-and-difference frequencies, metallic sidebands, and evolving harmonic structures. Independent bipolar attenuverters provide precise control over signal amplitude and polarity, while the G-Variable introduces an adjustable bias for shifting the multiplier's operating point.

Selectable AC/DC coupling extends its functionality beyond conventional ring modulation. In AC mode, RINGO produces classic balanced modulation effects, from subtle tremolo-like interactions to dense, inharmonic textures. In DC mode, it operates as an analog computation processor, enabling bipolar VCA operation, voltage-controlled inversion, and signal multiplication across the audio and control-voltage domains.

Illuminated Σ / Δ indicators reference the sum-and-difference relationships fundamental to balanced modulation.

SPECIFICATIONS

• True analog four-quadrant multiplication
• Independent bipolar Program and Carrier attenuverters
• G-Variable bias control
• Selectable AC/DC coupling
• Balanced ring modulation and complex sideband generation
• Bipolar VCA, voltage inversion, and CV processing
• Illuminated Σ / Δ indicators

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• 20 mA +12V
• 20 mA -12V
• ? mA 5V
• 28 mm Depth

This Module is currently available.