Hands-on Control for Unconventional Modulation Part of the Erica Synths Black series of boutique-quality Eurorack Modules, the Erica Synths Joystick 2 presents a unique way to interface with your Eurorack rig to craft unconventional modulation patterns. This sleek 12HP module features eight simultaneous CV outputs (with 90-degree phase-shifted outputs on the Y-axis), two gate outputs, and an engaging joystick controller for manipulating parameters. There are four operation modes to choose from: Joystick; Sinewave LFO/Drone Oscillator; Random LFO/Noise Oscillator; and SNEW (South-North-East-West) Panner. In Joystick mode, ±5V are available to each of the X and Y outputs, and you can capture up to eight seconds of recorded motion for looping modulations. Sinewave LFO/Drone Oscillator and Random LFO/Noise Oscillator modes output low-frequency sinewaves and stepped random voltages, respectively, and offer control via the joystick over both amplitude and frequency. Synthesists at GearNuts like to take advantage of all eight outputs when using