Empress Zoia Euroburo Modular Synth Rack Version

£625.00

This is the Empress Zoia Euroburo Modular Synth Rack Version from Empress Effects, listed in Specialist Effects Pedals on Just Pedals. Read More below.

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Empress’ Zoia becomes a real digital “bureau” in its latest version: Zoia Euroburo. The digital synth/pedal can now be enclosed in your Eurorack case and can communicate with your modules to create incredible synth sounds, effects, sequences and more, thanks to the 4 freely assignable CV ins and 4 outs to interface with other CV enabled devices.

The Euroburo preserves the 90 and growing modules available from Zoia, that range from CV utilities to all sorts of audio effects. Creating patches couldn’t be easier, as all modules are pressing the little pads on the surface. . With the addition of dedicated pushbuttons for the CV and Audio I/O, patching on the ZOIA has never been faster.

KEY FEATURES:

  • 4 CV Input and 4 Output Jacks – Editable CV jacks that send or receive -5 to 5, 0 to 5 or 0 to 10 volts
  • 8 Dedicated CV UI Buttons – CV jack connections are always accessible on the face of the Euroburo
  • 2 Quick Access Buttons – Sticky buttons, the assigned function does not change when changing page. Great for live performances!
  • Stereo 3.5mm audio I/O – Includes dedicated audio I/O buttons to quickly patch in and out of the ZOIA
  • MIDI 1/8" In/Out jack – MIDI 1/8" in/out jacks allow you to connect a huge range of external devices to control any or all of ZOIA's functions and easily add MIDI control to your modular setup!
  • Headphone Audio Out – 3.5mm headphone out with UI button for volume control
  • Skiff Friendly – 28mm depth with power
  • Optional Enclosure – Durable 34 hp slim enclosure with 12v power supply (sold separately)

CLASSIC ZOIA FEATURES:

  • 80+ Modules and Growing – ZOIA Euroburo comes packed with a vast collection of modules to create just about anything you can dream up. With ZOIA the only limit is your imagination!
  • Create your own effects, synths, control devices, and more! – Oscillators, LFOs, filters, bit crushers, envelope followers – these are just a handful of the included modules that can be connected in almost any way imaginable. If you can dream it up, you can create it!
  • 20+ Ready-Made Effects Modules – Pre-built effects modules such as reverbs, delays, chorus', flangers, overdrives and more.
  • Up to 64 Patches – Create and save up to 64 patches that can be easily recalled during live performance.
  • Swap and Share Patches – Join the community of ZOIA users on Patchstorage.com to try out other users patches, or upload your own awesome creations to share with the world.
  • SD Card Included – Load and save patches to/from ZOIA. We're also continuously improving the firmware by adding new modules and features, and fixing bugs. Download the newest firmware from empresseffects.com and load onto the ZOIA with the included SD card.
  • OLED Display Screen for Easy Editing – View all of ZOIA's module and parameter information on the high resolution OLED display screen.
  • Customizable Patch Recall System Send MIDI program change messages to change patches on the fly
  • Built-In Help – Almost like having a built in manual, the dedicated help function will give you quick information at a glance about ZOIA's various modules and options.
  • High-Quality Audio – 48kHz sampling, with 24 bit conversion and 32 bit internal processing.
  • Low-Noise Signal Path – Features extremely low noise operation with a signal to noise of >105dB

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Empress Effects

Empress Effects is a Canadian manufacturer of high-quality guitar and bass effects pedals, known for their innovative designs and exceptional sound quality. The company was founded in 2009 and quickly gained a reputation for creating pedals that combine top-tier craftsmanship with user-friendly functionality. Empress Effects is particularly well-regarded for its attention to detail, versatile features, and the ability to produce pedals that suit a wide range of musical styles.

The brand’s products include a variety of effects such as overdrive, distortion, delay, reverb, modulation, and multi-effects units. One of their standout products is the Empress Tape Delay, which is praised for its realistic vintage sound and versatile control options. The Empress Reverb is another popular offering, known for its rich, atmospheric sounds that can cater to everything from subtle room reverb to deep, expansive hall sounds. Empress Effects is celebrated for producing pedals that meet the needs of both professional musicians and hobbyists, often incorporating advanced features like MIDI control and preset storage, making their products suitable for both live performances and studio work.

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Specialist Effects Pedals

Specialist effects alter the signal in ways that do not sit cleanly inside one established family. They may use granular processing, frequency shifting, resonators, freeze or sustain, bit reduction, ring modulation, feedback networks or combinations of several techniques. The relevant distinction is the underlying process, its tracking or latency, and how completely the dry signal can be blended or replaced.

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Digital

Converts the signal or control process into numerical data for algorithmic processing. Digital designs can provide precise timing, long memory, complex routing and repeatable presets; sample rate, conversion, internal resolution and latency influence fidelity and response.

MIDI

Sends, receives or responds to Musical Instrument Digital Interface messages rather than carrying the instrument audio itself. Program changes recall presets, continuous controllers move parameters, and MIDI clock or transport messages synchronise timing between devices.

Stereo

Processes, creates or passes two audio channels. True stereo preserves separate left and right inputs, while mono-to-stereo effects generate spatial differences internally; routing, phase behaviour and whether trails remain stereo determine the resulting image. Some outputs sum to mono when only one socket is connected, which can change level or modulation depth.

Synth

Generates or reshapes the signal through oscillator, filter and envelope behaviour associated with synthesis. Tracking, envelope response, pitch range, polyphony and dry blend determine whether the generated voice follows the instrument as bass, lead, pad or abstract texture.