Bastl Kastle 2 FX Wizard: First Look & Overview

In this video I give an overview of the Kastle 2 FX Wizard, the new semi-modular multi-effect device by Bastl Instruments. I begin with a complete tour of the device, looking at its physical makeup, connnectivity, power, user-interface. I then plug in a Pocket Operator and demonstrate the nine effects offered by the Kastle 2, as they sound “out-of-the-box” (no patching). This is an “first-look” video, based on my reading of the manual and spending a few minutes with the device before shooting the video: I do not pretend to be an expert, and I keep things simple in my demonstration (no patching). As always, If you like the video, please let me know by leaving a like, a comment, or by subscribing to my channel–it really helps. Enjoy! A few disclaimers: All illustrations used in the video are taken from the Kastle 2 manual by Bastl Instruments (see link below) This is a “first-look” video, based on my reading of the manual and spending a few minutes with the device before shooting the video: I do not pretend to be an expert, and I keep things simple in my demonstration (no patching). I purchased this device on my own funds, and have no relationship whatsoever with the manufacturer; the opinions expressed here are mine. — 00:00 Introduction 00:58 Connectivity & power 01:40 UI overview 02:15 Parameters knobs 03:06 LFO 04:10 Modulation knobs 04:58 Secondary functions 05:16 Gain staging 05:33 Stereo field 06:03 Filter 06:43 Tempo/Rhythm knobs 07:03 Buttons 07:16 Patch points 07:39 Modulation sources: LFO 07:55 Modulation sources: pattern generator 08:44 Modulation sources: Envelope follower 09:12 Modulation targets 10:20 Audio I/O 10:43 Sync I/O 11:26 Let’s play! (demo) 12:10 FX selection 12:53 FX1: Delay 14:35 FX2: Flanger 16:49 FX3: Freezer 20:06 FX4: Panner 21:57 FX5: Crusher 22:55 FX6: Slicer 25:44 FX7: Pitcher 27:57 FX8: Replayer 29:19 FX9: Shifter 30:51 Outro — Kastle 2 FX Wizard: https://bastl-instruments.com/instrum... Read the manual! https://bastl-instruments.com/content...