Xaoc Devices Katowice

1978 Stereo Variable Band Isolator

Katowice is a stereo variable–band isolator that allows the user to manipulate a selected range of frequencies. It is the first module in a series of upcoming Xaoc Devices products designed specifically for processing stereo signals. Katowice splits the stereo input signal into three bands: low, middle, and high. While the knobs and CV inputs define the center frequency and bandwidth of the mid band, the low and high bands are automatically adjusted so that the sum of all three is a complete signal. All three bands are passed through high quality VCAs and their stereo outputs are available separately for further processing. A stereo mixdown signal is also available. Katowice may be used as a crossover network, a parametric EQ, DJ-style kill filter, or other band-selective applications, including multiband compression and stereo enhancement.

• All-analog design
• 3-band, 24dB/oct crossover module
• Voltage controlled band configuration
• Three stereo VCA blocks
• Voltage controlled attenuation in each band

DESCRIPTION
Katowice is a stereo variable–band isolator that allows the user to manipulate a selected range of frequencies. It is the first module in a series of upcoming Xaoc Devices products designed specifically for processing stereo signals.

Katowice splits the stereo input signal into three bands: low, middle, and high. While the knobs and CV inputs define the center frequency and bandwidth of the mid band, the low and high bands are automatically adjusted so that the sum of all three is a complete signal. All three bands are passed through high quality VCAs and their stereo outputs are available separately for further processing. A stereo mixdown signal is also available.

Katowice may be used as a crossover network, a parametric EQ, DJ-style kill filter, or other band-selective applications, including multiband compression and stereo enhancement. For detailed description, please refer to the manual.

FEATURES
All-analog design
Stereophonic, 3-band, 24dB/oct crossover module
Voltage controlled band configuration
Three stereo VCA blocks
Voltage controlled attenuation in each band

TECHNICAL DETAILS
Eurorack synth compatible
10hp, skiff friendly
Current draw: +100mA / –100mA
Reverse power protection