{"product_id":"tasty-chips-gr-2-black","title":"Tasty Chips GR-2 Black","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTasty Chips GR-2 Black\u003c\/strong\u003e is a desktop granular synthesizer and stereo sampler in a black finish, combining granular, sampling, tape and spectral engines with four multitimbral layers, up to 16 voices per layer, 4,000 simultaneous grains, MPE expression and a 7-inch capacitive touchscreen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGR-1 Heritage with Expanded Processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe GR-2 Black develops the GR-1’s visual, hands-on approach to granular synthesis with greater processing capacity, additional sound engines and touchscreen control. Its maximum of 4,000 simultaneous grains provides approximately three times the GR-1’s grain capacity, supporting complex textures within a compact 250 × 190 × 70 mm enclosure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe instrument transforms vocals, percussion, field recordings, synthesizers and acoustic sources into playable sounds. Stereo sampling and real-time audio processing also allow external instruments to feed directly into its sound-design workflow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour Complementary Sound Engines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe granular engine divides audio into small grains and recombines them into sustained clouds, rhythmic fragments and evolving textures. Each voice supports up to 128 grains, while granular chord mode accommodates up to 12 notes. Free rate mode provides independent grain-rate and grain-size control, alongside Sync-size and Scan \u0026amp; rate alternatives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBounce, wrap and kill loop modes govern playback at sample boundaries. Direct, gradual and recycle spawn modes offer different approaches to grain generation, while arpeggiator patterns include up, down, random, shuffle and play order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sampler engine provides sample playback with start, end and loop controls. Tape mode adds stretching, scrubbing and reverse playback. The spectral engine reshapes frequency content through phase-vocoder processing, with up to three voices, FFT sizes from 256 to 8,192 and chords of up to 12 notes per voice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLayering, Sampling and Project Storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour independent multitimbral layers combine presets, engines, modulation and effects. The GR-2 Black supports up to 16 voices per layer, subject to engine-specific limits, with a shared maximum of 4,000 simultaneous grains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMono and stereo sample playback operates at 48 kHz, while 32-bit floating-point mixing handles internal audio summing. Maximum sample length reaches 60 minutes, with a separate limit of 5 minutes 50 seconds for granular playback.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStereo inputs capture incoming audio for sampling and real-time transformation. Storage accommodates 50 projects, each containing 128 presets and 128 multitimbral combinations, allowing individual sounds and layered setups to remain together for recall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTouchscreen and Hardware Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 7-inch capacitive touchscreen displays a 1024 × 600 true-colour interface, supported by precision endless encoders. High-contrast graphics provide visual feedback, while adjustable screen brightness suits studio and stage environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Access pages organise key functions, with advanced controls no more than one menu level away. Touch X\/Y gestures provide direct parameter control, and gesture recording captures movements for repeatable playback and automation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModulation and MPE Expression\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe modulation system addresses more than 120 destinations through four LFOs per layer, four random generators, an auxiliary envelope, an envelope follower, key tracking, position tracking, MIDI control, touch gestures and two CV inputs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBipolar and unipolar modulation, adjustable curves and polyphonic routing refine each source’s response. Macro controls coordinate multiple parameter changes, while recorded gestures introduce repeatable movement into patches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMPE compatibility supports expression across five dimensions, allowing compatible controllers to shape individual notes within a chord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePer-Voice Filters and Envelopes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-pass and high-pass filters shape each voice with 12 dB-per-octave slopes. ADSR envelopes control pitch, filter and amplitude, alongside a freely assignable auxiliary envelope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnvelope stages range from 0.1 milliseconds to 45 seconds, covering sharp attacks and slowly evolving textures. Adjustable logarithmic, linear and exponential curves refine the response of each stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrated Sound-Shaping Effects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe GR-2 Black offers four simultaneous effects. Standard and ping-pong delays produce rhythmic repeats and stereo movement, while reverb and large reverb create spaces ranging from defined ambience to extended soundscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChorus, flanger and vibrato add modulation. Cubic distortion and tanh saturation introduce harmonics, while bit reduction adds digital texture. A compressor controls dynamics, and a five-band parametric EQ adjusts tonal balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA resonator emphasises tuned frequencies, while ring modulation generates additional sum-and-difference frequency content for metallic and complex timbres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudio and Modular Connectivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalanced quarter-inch TRS stereo inputs and outputs connect the GR-2 Black to external instruments, mixers and audio interfaces. A 3.5 mm headphone output provides direct monitoring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDIN MIDI In, Out and Thru, plus USB-C MIDI input and output, support hardware controllers and DAW-based MIDI setups. Two CV inputs accept signals from −5 V to +5 V, while a gate output extends modular integration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB-A 3.0 supports disks and USB sticks, and USB-A 2.0 accommodates a computer keyboard. Internal sample storage complements external USB storage. The black enclosure measures 250 × 190 × 70 mm, providing a compact format for desktop and performance setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the Tasty Chips GR-2 Black?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransform existing recordings into playable instruments, evolving textures and rhythmic material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombine multiple sound-design approaches within one compact hardware instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild layered arrangements without relying on several separate synthesizers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShape sounds directly through touch gestures and tactile controls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd expressive detail to individual notes with a compatible MPE controller.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapture external instruments and reshape their audio in real time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrate with studio and modular equipment through audio, MIDI and CV connections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a black finish for a cohesive studio or stage setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tasty Chips","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58775599481215,"sku":"ITM011604","price":724.17,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/4915\/9716\/files\/Tasty-Chips-GR-2-bk-kmr.jpg?v=1792067245","url":"https:\/\/kmraudio.com\/products\/tasty-chips-gr-2-black","provider":"KMR Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}