VCM DUB SIREN POWER SUPPLY

RATE
DEPTH
COMMON GROUND 12V DC 100mA.
Controls the speed
Controls the amount of
AUDIO OUTPUT
2.1x5.5mm barrel jack. modulation signal (LFO)
Center positive. of the modulation that affects the pitch of 1/4" (6.35mm)
signal (LFO). the audio oscillator. mono (TS) Jack.

AMNT
Controls the SWEEP signal level. It PITCH
can also be used to manually control
all selected CV parameters at once Controls the base pitch
(see QUICK TIP). of the audio oscillator.

VOLUME CV BUTTONS
Output level. The CV buttons control whether the
SWEEP signal has a modulation effect
on each of the individual parameters:
RATE, DEPTH and PITCH. If a CV button
SWEEP is pressed, the SWEEP signal will modu-
Potentiometer: controls the speed of late the corresponding parameter.
the SWEEP signal, from instantaneous
up to 10 seconds.
Toggle switch: selects the direction of PITCH SHIFT
the SWEEP signal, ascending (UP) or
descending (DOWN). Modifies the pitch of the audio
oscillator momentarily (as long
as the button is held).

QUICK TIP! MODE FIRE

Technical specifications:
Power supply: 12V DC
When the SWEEP signal is set to be ascending (UP) and the SWEEP knob
is turned all the way down (SHORT), the SWEEP signal reaches its Selects the modulation signal (LFO) Siren On/Off. Toggle switch 2.1x5.5mm barrel jack connector
waveform. From left to right: for continuous power (left) Center positive
maximum level almost instantaneously. If one or more CV BUTTONS are
and push button for momen- Current draw: less than 100mA
pressed, the value of the corresponding parameters is modulated by the Sine // Square // Ramp // Sawtooth //
tary trigger (right). Audio output: 1/4" (6.35mm) mono (TS) Jack
SWEEP signal level, which can be directly controlled using the AMNT Stepped square // Sine + Octave Max. output level: 1.3VRMS (4.5Vpp)
potentiometer. This allows to control several parameters (RATE, DEPTH
Output impedance: 100 ohm
and/or PITCH) only by twisting the AMNT knob!
Size: 165x125x75mm

VCM DUB SIREN COMMON GROUND USER MANUAL

BLOCK DIAGRAM

SWEEP UP/DOWN RATE PITCH SHIFT VOLUME

CV RATE

AMNT
LOW FREQUENCY
ENVELOPPE GENERATOR AUDIO OSCILLATOR AUDIO
OSCILLATOR VCA
(SWEEP SIGNAL) (VCO) OUT
(LFO)

CV DEPTH

DEPTH MODE

CV PITCH

FIRE

The VCM Dub Siren is a 100% original design that Audio connections: To ensure proper connection of your siren, follow these Power supply: It is recommended to use the provided power supply. Alternatively,
ADDITIONAL INFO:

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE:

draws inspiration from the classic analog drum synths guidelines: you can use an equivalent power supply (12V DC) that meets the following specifi-
and embraces the spirit of modular synthesizers. It 1 - Connect the siren to a MONO UNBALANCED LINE input using a MONO (TS) cations:
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combines analog circuitry with a custom-programmed Jack. Although a stereo/balanced (TRS) Jack is compatible, it will result in an - It should be capable of delivering at least 100mA of current.
digital LFO exclusively designed for this unit. Its built-in unbalanced connection. - It must have a 2.1x5.5mm CENTER POSITIVE barrel jack connector.
voltage control paths provide an incredible range of 2 - If necessary, the siren can be connected to mono BALANCED line inputs using If you are unsure whether your power supply is suitable for the siren, please reach
dynamic and ever-changing siren sounds at the push of a MONO (TS) Jack. However, please note that this connection will be out to us for clarification before attempting to plug it in. Using an incompatible
a button. With an endless amount of possibilities, the unbalanced. power supply could potentially damage the unit.
VCM Dub Siren allows to generate both classic and 3 - You can also connect the siren to STEREO LINE inputs, but be aware that it
experimental siren sounds, making it the perfect will only output a signal on the left channel. If you experience any issues or have any questions regarding the siren,
addition to any studio or live setup. 4 - DO NOT connect the siren to MIC inputs. please don't hesitate to reach out to us at:
Designed and manufactured by Common Ground in Madrid, Spain
5 - For optimal noise reduction, turn the volume of the siren all the way up and Instagram: @commonground.sound
make adjustments in the corresponding input channel of the mixer/preamp. Email: [email protected]

VCM DUB SIREN COMMON GROUND USER MANUAL