Create Complex & Experimental Delay Patterns With The 4ms TAPO Tapographic Delay ModuleDesigned by Matthias Puech and 4ms CompanyThe Tapographic Delay is a complex multi-tap delay in the Eurorack format with a unique interface designed for live performance. It excels at transforming the simplest audio (a drone, a percussive sound) into complex rhythmic structures, meshes of organic textures, lush harmonic mille-feuilles, liquid and resonant effects. Have you ever got tired of the monotonous repetitions that your standard delay pedal/module produced? Have you ever wished for a more complex rhythmic structure than just decaying repetition? If yes, you have come to the right place: the Tapographic Delay is an advanced effect that lets you handle repetition in a completely novel way. It is to a traditional delay what a full rhythmic sequencer (with pattern recall, velocity control, tactile input) is to a simple clock. With the TD, you interactively define the rhythm that the repetitions will follow: a velocity-sensitive sensor allows you to record, edit, modify, and sequence your own arrangements of delays. In a sense, the TD is the converse of the classic Frippertronics sound-on-sound setup popularized by Robert Fripp in the 70's: you don't play the guitar, you play the tape loop!The Tapographic Delay is an expressive experimental instrument meant to be played in real-time, rather than a set-and-forget end-of-chain effect. Interact with it! Experiment! Push it to its limits! Multi-tap audio delay line with advanced features Velocity-sensitive force sensor to tap the delay configurations (tapographies) Up to 32 taps, each with its own delay time, amplitude/filter and panning Low-pass filter or resonant (pingable) band-pass filter on each tap Morphing between delay configurations, with adjustable morph time Two different feedback paths: a Repeat toggle and a Feedback knob Save and recall up to 24 delay configurations (4 banks of 6 slots each) Tapography sequencer with forward, random walk or random directions Synchronization to an external clock, with clock divider/multiplier Gate output that plays the current rhythm of delays Maximum delay time of 174 seconds (almost 3 minutes) 16 bits/48kHz with 32 bits floating-point internal processing, 1.3ms software latency Mono-in, stereo-out operation SPECIFICATIONS 18 HP Eurorack format module 10-pin Eurorack power header 0.98" (25mm) maximum depth with power cable Power consumption: +12V rail: 125mA -12V rail: 32mA +5V rail: not used Connect red stripe of power cable towards the bottom of the module, which is marked with a white stripe and the words -12V and POWER Audio Inputs: 22Vpp maximum Audio Outputs: Dry frequency response: 20Hz - 5kHz: +/-0.1dB maximum @10kHz: -2.3dB @ 20kHz: -7.8dB Soft-limiting limits output to maximum of 17Vpp Trigger inputs: Acceptable trigger voltage range: +2V to +12V Trigger outputs (Gate Out): +8V trigger pulse 4ms pulse width Manufacturer: 4msModel: TAPOSKU: I562965-N-0-WHXBWe are Chuck Levin's Washington Music CenterSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.Our team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.Chuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. Stop by our legendary Wheaton, MD showroom or contact us anytime for expert advice, product questions, or the best possible deal on your next piece of gear.
