Expert Sleepers ESX-8GT Gate Expander

The Expert Sleepers ESX-8GT Gate Expander extends the functionality of the ES-3. The ES-3 has made a dream come true when it was first released some years ago. From that point onwards, all users are able to control their eurorack modular system with their DAW through an optical interface and the Silent Way plugin.

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ESX-8GT

The Expert Sleepers ESX-8GT Gate Expander extends the functionality of the ES-3. The ES-3 has made a dream come true when it was first released some years ago. From that point onwards, all users are able to control their eurorack modular system with their DAW through an optical interface and the Silent Way plugin.


The ESX-8GT is an expansion module for the ES-4, ES-40 or ES-5, adding 8 on/off outputs for use as gates, triggers, clocks etc. from one expansion header.

The ES-4/5 Controller software (part of Expert Sleepers Silent Way) also allows the ESX-8GT outputs to be used for DIN sync or MIDI output* (note - not just MIDI clock output, but as an actual MIDI port, capable of sending any MIDI messages). Since these outputs are driven from an audio connection, they have sample-accurate timing, which no USB MIDI interface can claim. See the accessories page for the necessary cables. Note there is also the ESX-8MD module, which is dedicated to MIDI and DINsync duties.

* Note - the MIDI out feature is only officially supported at sample rates of 48kHz and above, though some users report success with specific hardware when running at 44.1kHz. The ESX-8MD mk2 module works for MIDI output at all sample rates.

Specifications

The ESX-8GT's specifications are as follows:

  • Panel width: 4HP
  • Module depth: 24mm
  • Analogue outputs: 8x 3.5mm jacks, DC-coupled
  • Output voltages: 0V/5V
  • Indicators: LED per channel
  • Current draw: None (the module is entirely passive)

The front panel is drilled for both Doepfer and Analogue Systems mounting holes (using a 'slot' rather than a single round hole).

For more detail, please see the user manual.

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