MakeNoise DXG | Life after Optomix

The DXG is one of the first 'green' LPG's that sound like a true lo-pass gate that honors Don Buchla's legacy. It doesn't just replace good old Optomix, it adds a lot of patching power in that same 8 HP footprint. First and forremost, it's the World's first dual stereo LPG. On mild settings it sounds like the Optomix. Push it a bit harder, and you'll get the top LxD channel which has this 12 dB 'bite'. It also offers the dynamic response from the 0-Coast and a stereo Aux that can be used as an FX send/return when you patch Ch 2 to your effects chain. It's highly recommended to get your moddemix back in your case, because strikes can now be velocity sensitive and you can use it to 'damp' the model. The DXG will seriously extend your sonic potential and also works very well in the Old Shared where you can use four DPO outputs and mix Erbe-Verb and Echophon back in.

There's just one 'caveat' I found. There's no CH1 output. This goes directly to the 'Sum' out. So in the old Shared, you'll need to use a module like moddemix to get access to that mono sum, which is needed by the EP and EV. But that's an easy workaround :).

This video features a patch from the DXG manual, created by Ryan. It's called the Stereophonic Ethereal Woodland Space Drone. With a name like that, I just had to give it a try.

I was convinced I'd miss Optomix when using the DXG, but honestly, I do not.
It's easier to miss the DXG when it's gone. But then you can still use the XPAN to patch loads of sounds to the Optomix and add some dynamics by crossfading and panning. I am really looking forward starting the first episode of the new Shared System X tutorial series. The 'X' is not an official system, it represents your personal custom machine.

Final notes about the four vactrol-free alternatives I shown in the video.

[CinematicLaboratory]

Please note the line 'Optomix was your best option' applies to the MakeNoise Universe, not Modular Grid.

[maltas]

Life after Optomix feels like wandering into the yawning chasm, where the world unravels in stark clarity, exposing its secrets amidst shadows that linger and colors that mock, leaving me to navigate through the desolation with a heart weighed down by the solitude of existence. (great stuff)

[Fluidstructure]

I initially dismissed the dxg,
But Ive been awakening to it lately, your video is a very good showcase. Thank you

[runningin]

Just like to say what a beautiful drone that was ! 👍

[howardyermish]

I pre-ordered on day 1, and hopefully it will be arriving soon. Looking forward to working with it along with QPAS and my Xaoc Sofia.

[BappinProductions]

Really excited for mine to be delivered tomorrow/Tuesday; a little birthday present to myself. It’s my first ever module preorder and first LPG too, woop 😅

[ModePhaser]

Ugh so awesome, Can't wait to get mine! Nice work as always. 💯

[arpmoog]

I’ve been yearning to get me mitts on one of these sweet babies. This demo just titilates the antici…….pation. Meanwhile, I’ve revisited RXMX and MMG to strike up some perky fun in my newly consolidated Shared System suitcase. I got to spill over to a second case. So many toys-so little time.

[mauriziofaggion]

These "self-generating" sounds are very beautiful! I also made a video with these techniques recently, with the Neutron! Compliments!

[AnalogMonoxide]

Great video. My DXG arrives on Monday!

[Indianabones]

Great video, hoping to pick mine up this week and hear XPO through it :)

[RedmotionGames]

Lovely sound design as ever!
How do you like the sound of it compared to the 292t?
Is it possible to put a signal in the channel 1 left and a loose cable into channel 1 right, a loose cable into channel 2 left and a signal into channel 2 right and then take the final summed outs left and right to different destinations (eg: make it behave like two independent/mono LPGs?)

[pmwmartens]

Great, maybe a shootout, bongo style? LXD-Optomix-DXG. I tried the System X setup. It is a nice case but not definitive, it’s missing a big bold reverb, the Mimeophon is not enough for me. Only 4hp left, something gotta go or change🤔

[AllThatsGone]

Heads up Magarit updated the firmware for LANIAKEA and dialed back the distortion a bit. I'm finding it much more usable.

[johncuba]

Have the Audiotronix Mimic - LPG with Overdrive & feedback-Circuit !

[Kpidg]

Hi, great patch :) Optomix is an envelope generator in addition to being a low pass gate, which allows you to send the generated envelope into a VCA if you want. What about DXG? I feel like there is some ambiguity about this?

[geusensdriesmusic]

Nice demo patches. The DxG seems to sound a bit boring and sterile to be honest. But that's more a matter of taste.
I also think it's a design mistake not to have output 1 available separately.

[KvestiOnMovies]

Considering replacing Optomix with DXG but I want to use both LPGs individually. If I read manual correctly it is not possible with DXG. You can't get first LPG out without mix with second. Did I understood it correctly?

[corticallarvae]

No Vactrols:(. My cases want cadmium and red paint lol