• The mosaic system is based on a 50 x 50mm grid, also referred to as MU or mosaic units.
• Individual modules can be any multiple of 50 x 50mm in any direction, allowing for more creative layouts and functions.
• The 2D grid allows for grouping of modules in a much more interesting way without the linear constraints of regular systems. There is no predefined up or down and modules can be combined in any orientation.
• Modules are mounted on 22mm standoffs connected to a solid aluminium base plate. This sandwich construction ensures the system is very rigid and comes with the added benefit of excellent low noise characteristics.
• Base plates are sold separately but there is nothing preventing you from creating your own layout to suit your needs.  All dimensions can be found on the opensource GITHUB page.

• Stack-able, sturdy and excellent connection resistance make 4mm banana sockets the ideal solution for small scale modular synthesizers.
• The main advantage over the standard phono jacks is that they move the one part that is prone to failure, the spring contact from the module to the cable. We really prefer to replace a cheap cable in the middle of a musical session instead of a socket on a board.
• 4mm banana cables A.K.A.. test leads are available in every imaginable length and color at very reasonable prices and you can easily make your own.
• No need for multiples.
• The only slight drawback compared to 3.5mm jacks is the loss of the switching contact which some modules use as input detection. In most cases this can be solved by clever design or a simple switch.

• Big knobs and big switches, a modular synthesizer is meant to be played so we try to design for a human scale.
• Wherever possible we prefer to use 16mm alpha potentiometers and 16mm knobs. Solid slide switches and 12x12mm tactile switches will make sure the modules can be enjoyed for years to come. See the GITHUB project for the kicad library and links.

the POWER

• Eurorack compatible voltages +/-12V and +5V.
• 10V peak to peak signal levels.
• 0-5V logic levels for gates and triggers.
• JST PH 2.0mm pitch 4 pin connectors. Widely available and affordable space saving connector in through hole or SMT format.
• Keyed connectors make sure there is only one way to plug in a module, keeping that magic smoke where it’s needed.

the CONSTRUCTION

• By combining the circuit and front panel into one single easy to manufacture PCB we eliminated a lot of extra cost and complexity.
• The standard 1.6mm fiberglass reinforced circuit board material has excellent mechanical property’s at this scale. Because the modules are supported every 50mm the whole system is exceptionally stiff and resistant to flexing.