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Test: cre8audio East Beast

East Beast is semi-modular in design and features 9 patchable modules (Oscillator, Filter, Envelope, VCA, LFO, Multi-Mod Tool, Sequencer, MIDI/CV Converter and Mini Key Keyboard) with a generous 18 patch points to connect to itself and other devices. However, East Beast is also ready to use without a patch cable and controllable via MIDI.

Compact, Eurorack capable

East Beast is very compact with a width of 21cm and a depth of 13cm and is hardly any bigger than a Korg Volca. The synthesizer is also relatively light due to the plastic case, so taking it to a live jam in a gig bag is no problem. The case is designed for desktop installation and is slanted towards the user. But the front panel containing all the electronics

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