The SCÍON is a biofeedback sensor integrated into a quad random voltage generator. This design is based on the MidiSprout by Datagarden (https://www.midisprout.com/)

It converts biofeedback data, obtained from contact with organic surfaces, into musically useful control signals. Tiny fluctuations in surface conductance on organic materials trigger control voltage and gate signal changes that can be used to modulate and vary your patch. Dynamic control over biofeedback sensitivity allows you to quickly adjust any input source to a useful range of responsiveness.

Apply the sensor pads to your houseplants, your own skin. When no sensor cables are used, simply touching the capacitive Leaf electrode with your finger will create random voltages derived from life itself.

SCÍON offers the ability to make music with all living things.

SCÍON |ˈsʌɪən | noun (biology) young shoot or stem useful for sprouting or forming new roots, a descendant of a noble family

Size

14HP
Depth: 27mm

Power

+12V: 70mA
–12V: 10mA

Specifications

• Gold touch plate for direct interface with biofeedback sensor
• Four 0-5V CV outputs with independent attenuators and slew controls
• Four Gate outputs
• Four Gate inputs for triggering ratcheted subdivisions or S&H style clocking
• Four Hold buttons to freeze each channel’s current state
• CV controllable SENSITIVITY (0-5V range)
• CV controllable note DENSITY (0-5V range)