Noise Engineering Mimetic Digitwolis

Posted on September 6, 2025September 6, 2025 by admin

Overview & Features

The Mimetic Digitwolis (a.k.a. “MD2”) is Noise Engineering’s highly anticipated successor to the Mimetic Digitalis. It expands significantly on its predecessor with powerful sequencing, quantization, and performance capabilities—all packed into a compact 10 HP Eurorack module.

Key highlights include:

Four configurable output lanes—each capable of emitting modulation CV, pitch CV, triggers, gates, or functioning as a quantizer for external CV.
Five trigger inputs plus four CV inputs—fully assignable for extensive routing and control flexibility.
Color screen with intuitive interface for editing, mapping, and performance.
Internal quantization—for both generated sequences and external CV. Scales editable manually or via MIDI keyboard.
Clock dividers, per-channel variable sequence lengths (1–16 steps), and Cartesian (X/Y) navigation (e.g., 4×4, 5×3 grids).
Shred (randomization) and Zero functions, now also externally triggerable for dynamic generative patterns.
Slew limiting, CV offset/attenuation, lane range constraints, and extensive editing shortcuts.
Preset memory—24 slots (stores sequence, mappings, configuration).
MIDI in/out (via 3.5 mm TRS Type A jacks) with MIDI clock sync, Program Change for profile recall, MIDI-CC, and note output from lanes.
Compact yet powerful: 10 HP width, draws 80 mA @ +12V and 20 mA @ –12V.

Feature / Aspect	Mimetic Digitalis (Original)	Mimetic Digitwolis (Version 2)

Sequencer Type

4-channel Cartesian grid sequencer (4×4 layout, 16 steps)

4-channel Cartesian sequencer, up to 16 steps per sequence, flexible step lengths, advanced navigation modes

Outputs

Four individually editable CV outputs + one trigger output

Four configurable lanes that can output modulation CV, pitch CV, triggers, gates—or act as quantizers for external CV

Inputs

Trigger buttons (next/XY/random/origin) and CV inputs for X/Y addressing

Advanced I/O: 5 trigger inputs + 4 CV inputs, freely assignable to mappings

Randomization / Performance Tools

Shred (randomize) and Zero (mute step), with Undo and pattern storage (16 patterns, 8 on-the-fly)

Improved Shred (randomization) and Zero—now also externally triggerable; enhanced editing, plus more dynamic workflows

Display / Interface

4×4 LED/grid buttons—hands-on editing; encoder per channel (older interface)

Full-color screen replacing button grid, more intuitive navigation and configuration

Quantization

No built-in quantizer (external quantizers needed)

Internal and external quantizers, with editable scales—even via external MIDI keyboard

Clock / Sequencing Control

Standard clock via trigger/buttons; manual sequencing only

Internal clock, clock dividers per channel, flexible triggering via CV, XY, external clock, MIDI

MIDI Support

None

Full MIDI in/out (3.5 mm TRS)—MIDI clock sync, Program Change, MIDI-CC, note output from lanes

Memory / Presets

Save and load up to 16 patterns (with 8 immediate “on-the-fly” slots)

Likely increased/configurable presets, though exact number not stated—enhanced recall via MIDI and UI (inferred)

Size & Power

10 HP, approx. +12V 58 mA, –12V 22 mA, 0 mA @ +5V

Same 10 HP format, but deeper; +12V 80 mA, –12V 20 mA

Workflow Focus

Performative, simple and immediate sequencing with live-jam emphasis

Maintains live jamming ethos but with expanded flexibility, configurability, and integration—rethought for deeper performance and studio use

Summary Table

Attribute	Details
Product	Noise Engineering Mimetic Digitwolis (MD2)
Function	Advanced four-channel Eurorack sequencer & quantizer with MIDI
Outputs	CV (mod/pitch), gates, triggers, quantizer for external CV
Inputs	5 trigger ins, 4 CV ins, MIDI in/out via TRS
Key Features	Shred, Zero, quantization, clock dividers, sequence lengths, Cartesian navigation, presets, color display
Size	10 HP Eurorack width; Depth: ~26 mm
Power	+12V: 80 mA; –12V: 20 mA
Release Date	Ships from September 18, 2025
MSRP	US $385
Approx. Prices	AUD $589 · GBP £285 · EUR €332