SPIKES - 15 Years of Error
Spikes is one of the earliest Eurorack-inspired instruments, born 15 years ago - back when the modular world was still small, led by pioneers like Doepfer and a handful of boutique makers. While many brands moved toward mainstream retail, Paul Tas of Error Instruments chose a different path: staying underground, raw, and experimental. Rooted in noise, dark techno, and avant-garde traditions inspired by Warp Records and musique concrète, Spikes remains true to its origins - focused on creativity over convention.
Now, 15 years later, a new version is here. Spikes (Anniversary Edition) is a standalone analog instrument, expanded with a built-in delay FX processor that can also be used independently. It introduces a unique hybrid interaction: conductive touch, light sensor control, and hands-on manipulation come together to create unpredictable, expressive soundscapes.
- Six conductive spikes allow touch-based sound shaping
- Central mixing area blends signals into evolving textures
- Oscillator controls (potentiometers) generate and manipulate tone
- Dual middle controls adjust delay feedback and time - from short to endless
- Light sensor adds performative modulation (switchable on/off)
This instrument thrives in chaos - perfect for glitchy rhythms, skipping textures, noise explorations, and cinematic sonic journeys. As a fully analog device, it requires a bit of tuning and exploration, rewarding hands-on experimentation.
Available in silver and gold, this is a strictly limited edition of 50 units, all handmade in the Netherlands. Release: Superbooth 2026, Berlin Availability: One-time release only For demonstrations and deeper insight, watch the video and explore the user manual.
Spikes is not just an instrument - it’s a statement.
