{"product_id":"strymon-starlab","title":"STRYMON STARLAB","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-12fb410c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"12fb410c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"\u003eModular Transformation Machine.\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6dba067a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6dba067a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eExpand the sound of your modular rack with incredibly lush, ethereal reverbs. Enhance signals with gorgeous chorus, flanging, and modulated delays. Create uniquely expressive synth voices with Karplus-Strong string synthesis. Turn simple mono audio signals into vast stereo soundscapes. StarLab is a single module that will completely transform your modular rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dcb06f9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"dcb06f9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"\u003eSingular Modular Reverb.\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-98e1cb7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"98e1cb7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFrom perfectly voiced room ambience to vast, immersive, nearly infinite decays, StarLab offers the pinnacle of premium reverb sounds with unparalleled depth and spaciousness. Add musical intervals to the reverb signal with Shimmer, and enhance the harmonic spectrum with Glimmer, while enjoying real-time control over the size\/pitch of the reverb process.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3e5d4e4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3e5d4e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"\u003eModulation And Delay Effects.\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-45eca7e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"45eca7e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eStarLab has vastly expanded what reverb pre-delay can do by allowing you to bus the pre-delay signal to the output while making the pre-delay time a modulation target. This results in the ability to create rich choruses, sweeping flanger effects, and beautiful modulated delays, while also processing signal through the reverb.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7c505fd0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7c505fd0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"\u003eKarplus-Strong String Synthesis.\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-50bc1ca6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"50bc1ca6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to input signal processing, StarLab is a powerful Karplus-Strong string synthesis voice module that allows freely alternating bowing and plucking as well as dynamic string damping. This results in an astoundingly expressive and lifelike instrument with a unique voice all its own, which can be enhanced and expanded by the full range of StarLab’s reverb capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd6c890 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"dd6c890\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"\u003eIntuitive Creation Station\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3750cd1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3750cd1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-message_kit__gutter\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-message_kit__gutter__right\" data-qa=\"message_content\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-message_kit__blocks c-message_kit__blocks--rich_text\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-message__message_blocks c-message__message_blocks--rich_text\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"p-block_kit_renderer\" data-qa=\"block-kit-renderer\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"p-block_kit_renderer__block_wrapper p-block_kit_renderer__block_wrapper--first\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"p-rich_text_block\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"p-rich_text_section\"\u003eFrom patch creation to live performance, StarLab’s powerful features are easily accessible at the turn of a knob or the touch of a button. With no menus to wade through, StarLab’s interface is designed for intuitive hands-on sonic exploration, while every function and control works together to respond musically and smoothly.\u003cspan class=\"c-message__edited_label\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"p-rich_text_section\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c-message__edited_label\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"p-rich_text_section\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c-message__edited_label\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"p-rich_text_section\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is StarLab?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eDevelopment for StarLab began with one goal in mind: to provide the highest quality reverb possible for modular systems, perfectly tuned for immersive electronic soundscapes with a high degree of flexibility and creative control.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe seemingly simple idea of allowing the pre-delay signal to be fed directly to the module’s output led to the development of rich sounding delay, chorus, and flanger effects, all of which can be used together with or independent of the reverb.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhile experimenting with short delay times using feedback and filtering, we began finding very musical and expressive Karplus-Strong string synthesis sounds, and realized that StarLab could move beyond signal processing and become a truly unique voice module as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAll this ultimately resulted in the creation of a module that is equal parts reverb, delay\/modulation, and playable instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose Your Character.\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-wp-editing=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright wp-image-187056\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/3449\/7197\/t\/4\/assets\/StarLab-Closeup-Texture-2_Corrected.jpg?v=1645062291\" alt=\"StarLab Texture Switch Closeup\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eStarLab gives you three distinct Reverb textures to choose from: Sparse, Dense, and Diffuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sparse reverb creates reflections that are far enough apart from each other to be audibly distinct. Legato notes create a lush but pleasingly clean sound field, while staccato notes reveal individual echoes in a way that is well suited for sound design and special effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dense reverb texture is an immediate-response reverb with a smooth sound field, featuring sonic characteristics similar to a plate. This texture is well-suited for applications ranging from small space ambience all the way to large cavernous reverbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diffuse reverb creates a slow-building, atmospheric wash that excels at ambient, swell, and even reverse-like textures. The Diffuse reverb deconstructs and spreads transients over time to achieve its bloom-like effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eOver and Over Again.\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright wp-image-187057\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/3449\/7197\/t\/4\/assets\/StarLab-Closeup-Delay_Karplus_Corrected.jpg?v=1645062292\" alt=\"Strymon StarLab Delay\/Karplus Closeup\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\"\u003eStarLab’s Delay section is actually a vastly expanded reverb pre-delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used as a reverb pre-delay, delay FEEDBACK is still available, allowing for the creation of even longer reverb decays, while the ability to modulate the pre-delay time allows even further creative possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePress the ECHO ON button, and now you can create a wide variety of classic delay and delay-reverb effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eEchoes can be synced to an external clock with the DELAY\/TUNE knob acting as a clock multiplier\/divider for the echo repeats. Delay time can also be set by tapping a tempo using the TAP\/TRIG button.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eModular Modulation.\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright wp-image-187058\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/3449\/7197\/t\/4\/assets\/StarLab-Closeup-Modulation_Corrected-1-1024x683.jpg?v=1645062293\" alt=\"Strymon StarLab LFO Controls Closeup\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\"\u003eStarLab provides a wide range of modulation effects to add fatness and movement to your sound, all available on their own or in addition to StarLab’s reverb.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe short-delay portion of the DELAY\/TUNE knob is tapered to make it easy to dial in a variety of rich chorus and swirling flanger effects when modulated by StarLab’s internal LFO. Use the dedicated FEEDBACK knob to add resonance and musical harmonic sweeps to flanger effects. Make your oscillators sound huge with lush, shimmering organic chorus. Set the DRY level to minimum for classic vibrato effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eMoving Targets.\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright wp-image-187065\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/3449\/7197\/t\/4\/assets\/StarLab-Closeup-LFO_Corrected-1024x683.jpg?v=1645062294\" alt=\"StarLab LFO Section Closeup\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eStarLab’s LFO features triangle, square, ramp, saw, random, and envelope waveforms that can be used to modulate your choice of three targets:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSend the LFO signal to the delay section for modulated echo effects or for modulated pre-delay signal within the reverb. You can also create classic modulation effects such as flanger, chorus, and vibrato. In Karplus-Strong mode, the string tuning is modulated.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSend the LFO signal to modulate the SIZE \/ PITCH (process rate) of the reverb core for effects ranging from mild to wild and even on to music-generating: In Quantize mode, signal from the LFO will be quantized to any of 15 different scales as it modulates the SIZE \/ PITCH parameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOr send the LFO to the filter for a variety of effects. Activate the 24dB\/oct low pass filter for classic filter mod effects, or achieve more subtle filter modulation of the reverb’s HIGH DAMP. In Karplus-Strong mode, modulating the HIGH DAMP parameter creates lifelike dynamic string damping.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen clocked externally via CV, the LFO SPEED knob becomes a clock multiplier\/divider. You can also connect an external LFO or function generator to StarLab’s EXT LFO IN and direct that signal with StarLab’s Target switch, controlling amplitude with the DEPTH knob.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eExpanding Universe Reverb.\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright wp-image-187063\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/3449\/7197\/t\/4\/assets\/StarLab-Closeup-Size_Pitch_Corrected.jpg?v=1645062295\" alt=\"StarLab Size\/Pitch Closeup\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eStarLab opens up a universe of possibilities by using a variable rate process to expand and contract the reverb core size.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis changes the reflection density and response of the reverb while retaining the integrity of the audio within the reverb.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a reverberated signal that can be transposed, pitch modulated, and creatively tweaked for an endless variety of sonic characters and hypnotic soundscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSonically Beautiful Reverb Repitching.\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-187066 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/3449\/7197\/t\/4\/assets\/StarLab-Closeup-Shimmer_Corrected-1024x683.jpg?v=1645062296\" alt=\"StarLab Shimmer Closeup\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the classic shimmer effects pioneered in the ’80s using digital reverbs and pitch shifters, StarLab’s Shimmer voice is carefully created from the reverberated signal itself to generate maximum radiance and beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eCall forth deep, low ambient string sections with the octave down setting, or spacey ethereal textures with octave up.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn between the octaves are several musically interesting intervals available for shifting the harmonic structure of the reverb. Or use the INTERVAL CV input for semitone adjustment of the interval from an octave down to an octave up.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shimmer processing can be applied at the reverb input only, or can regenerate within the reverb core for ever-ascending or descending pitches as the reverb decays.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eHarmonics In Motion.\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright wp-image-187067\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/3449\/7197\/t\/4\/assets\/StarLab-Closeup-Shimmer-1_Corrected-1024x683.jpg?v=1645062297\" alt=\"StarLab Glimmer Closeup\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\"\u003eGlimmer creates an enhanced harmonic spectrum using an optimally tuned dynamic resonant network, resulting in mysterious shifting harmonic textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePress the HIGH BAND button to accentuate higher frequency harmonics, creating a washy, dreamy, ambient top end.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eAll Gain, No Loss.\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright wp-image-187068\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/3449\/7197\/t\/4\/assets\/StarLab-Closeup-Input-Gain_Corrected-1024x683.jpg?v=1645062299\" alt=\"StarLab Input Gain Knob Closeup\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eInput Gain controls the gain of the input signal fed to the reverb structure using a soft clipping input stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis gives you the ability to add pleasing musical harmonic distortion to the signal being processed by the reverb.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eA post gain signal level LED continuously indicates strength from clean (green) to heavy soft clipping (red).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eHarmonic Sculpting Machine.\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright wp-image-187069\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/3449\/7197\/t\/4\/assets\/StarLab-Closeup-Filter_Corrected-1024x683.jpg?v=1645062300\" alt=\"StarLab Closeup Filter Controls\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eStarLab’s filter section is designed for intuitive, musical sound-sculpting of both the reverb signal and the Karplus-Strong string synthesis voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eLOW DAMP is a powerful sound shaper for the reverberated signal. At minimum it allows extended lows to reverberate for cavernous possibilities. If the reverb tail gets muddy, a quick turn of the LOW DAMP knob can clean it up effectively. In Karplus-Strong mode, this control reduces the low frequency content of the string.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eHIGH DAMP removes high frequency content from the regenerating reverb structure. In Karplus-Strong mode, this control functions as a string damper, dampening the high end harmonics as the string decays.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePress the LOW PASS button, and the HIGH DAMP function changes to a beautifully tuned classic 24dB\/octave low pass filter applied at the output of the reverb. The low pass filter has adjustable resonance for dramatic filter sweeps.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn Karplus-Strong mode, this control functions as a string damper, dampening the high end harmonics as the string decays and conveying a variety of “right-hand” plucking techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSuspended Animation.\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright wp-image-187071\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/3449\/7197\/t\/4\/assets\/StarLab-Closeup-Infinite_Corrected-1024x683.jpg?v=1645062302\" alt=\"StarLab Infinite Button Closeup\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eStarLab’s INFINITE button freezes the audio at the input to the reverb core, while any new audio can still be processed by the reverb on top of the frozen audio.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eNot only does this allow you to create a lush ambient bed for your other sounds to play over, it can be repitched to transform StarLab into a CV tunable synth voice, quantizable to 15 built-in scales.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn Quantize mode, the scale selection quantizes the SIZE \/ PITCH knob as well as the LFO (with Pitch as target), while the CV input is quantized to half-steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hReKL074e-4\" frameborder=\"0\" width=\"1100\" height=\"619\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"STRYMON","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":42312127971501,"sku":"strymon-starlab-black","price":649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":42312128004269,"sku":"strymon-starlab-blue","price":649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/3449\/7197\/products\/strymon-starlab2.jpg?v=1690570991","url":"https:\/\/www.detroitmodular.live\/products\/strymon-starlab","provider":"Detroit Modular","version":"1.0","type":"link"}