{"product_id":"music-thing-modular-radio-music-mk2","title":"Music Thing Modular -Radio Music MK2","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"2\" class=\"\"\u003eSample-Based Virtual Radio and Tape Playback Module\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"3\" style=\"--animation-duration: 509ms;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eRadio Music mk2 is a specialized sample playback module that simulates radio tuning,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tape loop manipulation,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and vintage digital sampler playback within a Eurorack system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned by Tom Whitwell and Chris Johnson,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this updated 2026 version rebuilds the original 2014 DIY module from the ground up with high-fidelity 24-bit \/ 96kHz audio support,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e an RP2040 processor,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a front-panel USB-C port.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It reads field recordings,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e drum loops,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e spoken word stems,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or audio files organized across 16 bank folders on a microSD card,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e letting you tune through audio files like scanning stations on an AM\/FM receiver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn performance,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the module bridges the gap between hands-on selector and calibrated pitch instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Station control selects individual files,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while the Start control defines playback jump points or toggles directly into dynamic speed and pitch control mode.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You can adjust playback smoothly from +2 to -2 octaves in fluid Tape mode,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e lock to 1V\/Oct pitch CV,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or engage a gritty,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e lo-fi '90s pitch algorithm inspired by classic hardware samplers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For expanded tactile control,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e connecting the optional USB-C Radio Remote unlocks immediate hardware access to looping modes,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e clock division,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and alternative tuning behaviors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the mk2 architecture introduces an expanded feature set and cleaner audio path,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e existing original units cannot be updated via firmware to add mk2 features due to fundamental hardware changes and the lack of a USB-C port.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Music Thing Modular","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":59806283333964,"sku":null,"price":138.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Aluminium","offer_id":59806283366732,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/3055\/0604\/files\/MTM_Radio_Music_Front.png?v=1794301903","url":"https:\/\/www.schneiderskeller.co.uk\/products\/music-thing-modular-radio-music-mk2","provider":"SchneidersKeller","version":"1.0","type":"link"}