OhmForce Bohm + Expansion modules bundle - Frontier of Kick Synthesis
Bohm Kick Synthesizer (18hp)
Explore uncharted kick territory. Choose from nine unique models (and counting) and let the randomizer surprise your creativity. Precision sound-shaping knobs with wide sweet spots make flawless tweaks effortless.
Basics
LENGTH - Adjusts the overall duration of the kick—from tight clicks up to long, sustained thumps.
SUSTAIN - Sets the perceived volume “tail” of the kick, letting you balance punch vs. body in the mix.
ATTACK - Controls the amount of high-frequency transient energy—add snap or smooth it out.
Tuning & Transient
PITCH - Tunes the fundamental frequency of the kick (≈C1 to C2), either by manual knob or V/Oct tracking.
PITCH CURVE - Morphs the pitch-envelope shape: CCW for soft, 808-style pitch drop; CW for snappier, 909-style.
TRS DECAY - Sets how quickly the transient fade-in clears, balancing punch versus presence.
Tone & Effects
COLOR - Adjusts the body’s harmonic content—from warm analog timbres to bright wavetable tones.
FX - Selects and dials in onboard processing (clipping, wavefolder, distortion, etc.) for character and grit.
TRS TONE - Shapes the transient’s timbre—darker for tight thuds, brighter for pronounced clicks.
Models & Variations
FUNCTION - In Producer mode, randomizes the current model instantly—perfect for sparking inspiration and “happy mistakes.” In Performer mode, it advances your custom kick sequence.
MICRO SD - Houses nine factory “model” files and lets you load new wavetables or samples so you can expand or fully customize your kick engines.
Bohm:groove - Eurorack module expander (Right expander, 10hp)
Craft dynamic percussive textures with ease. Sync a secondary kick to clock divisions and fine-tune every tap’s level, pitch, and FX using intuitive controls.
Pattern & Dynamics
CLOCK - Triggers the secondary kick voice in perfect sync with your system clock.
TAPS 2/3/4 - Set individual volume levels for each sixteenth-note subdivision.
VOL - Balances the overall level of your groove layer against the main kick.
Shaping & Effects
LENGTH & PITCH - Adjust the decay time and relative tuning of each tap for rhythmic variation.
COLOR - Sculpt the harmonic texture of the groove—warm thuds to bright accents.
FX - Choose and dial in onboard processing (filters, distortion, etc.) to add character to your taps.
Bohm:performer - Eurorack module expander (Left expander, 8hp)
Bohm:Performer blends dual kick engines with external stereo input, offering precise side-chain ducking, intuitive one-touch DJ effects (filters, beat/slip rolls), and full CV assignability—empowering live performers with seamless, dynamic mix control.
One-Touch Performance Effects
FX - Selects and controls DJ-style processing—LP/HP filters, beat rolls, slip rolls—synced to your kick hits.
Routes effects to the kick only, the external input only, or both simultaneously.
ON/OFF - Toggles your chosen effect in perfect sync with each kick trigger.
Mix & Side-chain
IN - Feeds external stereo audio into the module for integrated processing with your kicks.
VOL - Balances the level of your dual kick voices against the incoming audio.
DUCK - Adjusts sidechain compression depth, letting your kicks cut through the mix.