Andrew Huang shared this video demo of the Erica Synths Pico System II, which they call the “world’s smallest modular synthesizer of its functionality”.

In addition to being the world’s smallest modular synthesizer of its functionality, it’s the cheapest synth with that exact name.

The Pico System II combines the company’s 3HP wide Pico modules into a custom Eurorack case:

SEQ – powerful 16 step sequencer with 16 pattern memory\

VCO – 32 custom waves in 2 banks, great 1V/oct tracking and LFO mode

VOICE – sound source with 8 sound generation algorithms

VCF1 – Polivoks-inspired LP/BP VCF, ideal for acid-like basslines

TRIGG – 4 trigger pattern generator that also serves as a master clock for the system. Web-based pattern designer app allows user to upload own patterns

2xDRUMS – 64 sample player with 3 adjustable parameters and CV control over them. Web-based app and Pico Programmer (included) allows user to upload his own sound samples

MULTI – buffered audio/CV/clock signal splitter

RND – sine/pulse LFO and random events (random trigger, S&H and noise) generator

MOD – lin/log ASR envelope generator and linear VCA

2xA MIX – 3 input audio mixer

DSP – stereo effects processor with 8 great sounding custom effects

OUTPUT – stereo output module with headphone amplifier

Pricing and Availability

The Pico System II is available now for €1111.11 ex VAT.