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Brand | E-Mu |
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Model | MORPHEUS |
Category | Synthesizer |
Language | English |
Instructions for proper grounding of the product to reduce electrical hazards.
Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the unit to ensure proper operation.
General precautions to follow when using electric products to prevent harm.
Overview of the Morpheus synthesizer and its place in electronic sound synthesis.
Steps for initial physical and functional setup of the Morpheus unit.
Description of the primary physical controls on the Morpheus unit.
Steps for selecting MIDI channels and assigning presets/hyperpresets.
Steps to enable and configure multi-timbral sound output for multiple MIDI channels.
Introduction to global parameters affecting the entire Morpheus operation.
Adjusting overall tuning and key transposition for all presets.
Choosing MIDI receive modes and managing mode change commands.
Remapping incoming MIDI program changes to Morpheus presets.
Routing external MIDI controllers and footswitches to Morpheus parameters.
Adjusting delay for reliable SysEx data transfer between devices.
Explanation of what a Midimap is and its role in Morpheus setup.
Steps to select and load a desired Midimap from available locations.
Adjusting audio levels and stereo positioning for MIDI channels within a Midimap.
Filtering MIDI messages and selecting preset banks on a per-channel basis.
Setting program maps and selecting/configuring effects for Processor A.
Configuring effects for Processor B and adjusting dry/wet mix levels.
Procedure for saving modified Midimap configurations to memory.
Understanding where effects are located and how they are used within the Morpheus.
Diagram and explanation of how effects are integrated into the output signal path.
Description of the two stereo effect processors (A and B) and their signal flow.
Step-by-step guide for applying and adjusting effect parameters.
Explanation of the reverberation effect and descriptions of various room/plate simulations.
Details on Hall, Chamber, Plate, Early Reflection, and Special Reverb effects.
Explanation of modulation-based effects like flanger, phaser, chorus, delay, and echo.
Description of Fuzz, Fuzz Lite, and Ring Modulator effects.
Understanding Hyperpresets as layered or split keyboard setups.
Naming Hyperpresets and assigning presets to specific keyboard zones.
Setting volume, pan, and keyboard range for each zone within a hyperpreset.
Defining velocity ranges for selecting different presets within hyperpreset zones.
Adjusting key transpose and pitch tuning for individual zones.
Configuring portamento and using function generators for global modulation.
Procedure for saving modified hyperpreset configurations.
Learning to modify existing presets by experimenting with controls.
Explanation of how modulation works and the available sources.
Details on envelope generators and their stages (Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release).
In-depth explanation of function generators, segments, shapes, and jumps.
Description of parametric filters and how they can be modulated.
Overview of the powerful and unique Z-Plane filter system in the Morpheus.
Routing MIDI note-on and realtime controller data to modulation destinations.
Introduction to accessing and modifying user presets.
Setting preset names and selecting primary/secondary instruments.
Adjusting volume, stereo position, and keyboard range for presets.
Defining specific key ranges for primary and secondary instruments.
Adjusting pitch, tuning, and envelope parameters for presets.
Customizing alternate envelopes and applying double/detune effects.
Controlling note onset timing, sample start points, and reverse playback.
Controlling keyboard tracking, looping, and sample offset for sounds.
Configuring monophonic behavior, solo modes, and pitch glide settings.
Setting crossfade behavior and adjusting balance, amount, and direction.
Selecting Z-Plane filter types and controlling the signal level into the filter.
Adjusting morph position and filter frequency tracking for sound shaping.
Using Transform 2 for filter shaping and reversing filter parameters.
Using auxiliary envelopes and configuring LFO shape, amount, rate, and variation.
Details on using function generators for complex modulation and sequencing.
Overview of functions for copying data between presets, hyperpresets, and midimaps.
Steps for copying specific elements like presets, layers, filters, or LFOs.
Copying function generator, envelope, and MIDI routing data between sources.
Procedures for copying entire hyperpresets, zones, or midimaps.
Copying channel data, effects, or program change maps between locations.
Copying entire banks of presets, hypers, or midimaps between storage locations.
Introduction to practical, hands-on programming tutorials for the Morpheus.
Learning to modify existing presets by experimenting with controls.
Choosing primary and secondary instruments as the basis for new sounds.
Modifying volume, stereo position, pitch transposition, and tuning.
Shaping the sound's volume contour using alternate envelope parameters.
Controlling note onset timing, sample start points, and reverse playback.
Demonstration of merging sounds using various parameters for a new sonic texture.
Applying LFOs for vibrato, tremolo, and other sonic animations.
Detailed exploration of the Morpheus' advanced filter system and its parameters.
Understanding the interaction between instruments and filters for sound shaping.
Exploring the vast range of filter types and their sonic characteristics.
Connecting Morpheus for multi-timbral sequencing and setup.
Using MIDI SysEx for pre-sequence setup and remote control.
List of available factory presets stored in RAM.
List of available factory presets stored in ROM.
Comprehensive list of sampled sounds, synth waveforms, and percussion instruments.
Detailed explanations of all available Z-Plane filter types and their parameters.
Technical specifications for modulation sources like FGs, LFOs, and envelopes.
Detailed hardware and performance specifications of the Morpheus unit.
Overview of MIDI messages recognized and transmitted by the Morpheus.
Details on standard MIDI channel messages like Note On/Off and Program Change.
Format for system exclusive messages and procedures for parameter editing.
List of recognized SysEx command IDs for Morpheus.
SysEx commands for requesting and transmitting preset, hyperpreset, and midimap data.
SysEx commands for retrieving lists of available effects and filters.
List of MIDI sources and destinations available for modulation routing.
Reference for function generator curve shapes and conditional jump parameters.
Explanation of 14-bit signed number representation and MIDI conversion.
Step-by-step guide for editing specific preset parameters using SysEx messages.
Step-by-step guide for editing global parameters (e.g., Channel Pan) using SysEx.
Step-by-step guide for editing Midimap parameters (e.g., FX Amount) using SysEx.
Details on the one-year warranty period and purchase requirements.
Conditions and damages not covered by the E-mu Systems warranty.
Disclaimers regarding implied warranties and liability for damages.
Procedure for requesting and returning the instrument for authorized service.