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E-Mu MORPHEUS User Manual

E-Mu MORPHEUS
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This product is covered under one or more of the following U. S. patents: 3,969,682;
3,986,423; 4,404,529; 4,506,579; 4,699,038; 4,987,600; 5,013,105; 5,072,645;
5,111,727 and foreign patents and/or pending patents. Morpheus is a registered trade-
mark of E-mu Systems, Inc.
Important Notice:
In order to obtain warranty service on your Morpheus unit, the serial number sticker must
be intact and you must have a sales receipt or other proof of purchase. If there is no serial
number sticker on Morpheus, please contact E-mu Systems at once.
PRINTED AND MADE IN THE USA
Manual - Riley Smith
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MORPHEUS
Operation Manual
© 1993 E-mu Systems, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
• FI420 Rev. C

Table of Contents

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E-Mu MORPHEUS Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandE-Mu
ModelMORPHEUS
CategorySynthesizer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Instructions for proper grounding of the product to reduce electrical hazards.

USER-MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the unit to ensure proper operation.

FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY PRECAUTIONS

General precautions to follow when using electric products to prevent harm.

INTRODUCTION & BASIC SETUP

Introduction to Morpheus

Overview of the Morpheus synthesizer and its place in electronic sound synthesis.

Basic Setup Guide

Steps for initial physical and functional setup of the Morpheus unit.

BASIC OPERATION

Main Controls Overview

Description of the primary physical controls on the Morpheus unit.

MIDI Channel and Program Selection

Steps for selecting MIDI channels and assigning presets/hyperpresets.

Multi-Timbral Operation Guide

Steps to enable and configure multi-timbral sound output for multiple MIDI channels.

MASTER MENU

Master Menu Functions Overview

Introduction to global parameters affecting the entire Morpheus operation.

Master Tune and Transpose Settings

Adjusting overall tuning and key transposition for all presets.

MIDI Mode Selection and Handling

Choosing MIDI receive modes and managing mode change commands.

MIDI Program Change Map

Remapping incoming MIDI program changes to Morpheus presets.

Controller and Footswitch Assignment

Routing external MIDI controllers and footswitches to Morpheus parameters.

SysEx Packet Delay Configuration

Adjusting delay for reliable SysEx data transfer between devices.

MIDIMAP MENU

THE MIDIMAP Explained

Explanation of what a Midimap is and its role in Morpheus setup.

Midimap Selection and Loading

Steps to select and load a desired Midimap from available locations.

Volume, Pan, and Output Mix Settings

Adjusting audio levels and stereo positioning for MIDI channels within a Midimap.

MIDI Enables and Bank Select Configuration

Filtering MIDI messages and selecting preset banks on a per-channel basis.

Program Map Select and FX A Configuration

Setting program maps and selecting/configuring effects for Processor A.

FX B and FX Amount Settings

Configuring effects for Processor B and adjusting dry/wet mix levels.

Saving a Midimap

Procedure for saving modified Midimap configurations to memory.

EFFECTS SECTION

Effects Basics and Location

Understanding where effects are located and how they are used within the Morpheus.

Effects Output Routing Explained

Diagram and explanation of how effects are integrated into the output signal path.

Morpheus Effect Bus Architecture

Description of the two stereo effect processors (A and B) and their signal flow.

Programming an Effect

Step-by-step guide for applying and adjusting effect parameters.

Reverb Effect Types and Parameters

Explanation of the reverberation effect and descriptions of various room/plate simulations.

Other Effects Descriptions

Details on Hall, Chamber, Plate, Early Reflection, and Special Reverb effects.

Modulation Effects (Flanger, Phaser, Chorus, Delay, Echo)

Explanation of modulation-based effects like flanger, phaser, chorus, delay, and echo.

Distortion and Ring Modulation Effects

Description of Fuzz, Fuzz Lite, and Ring Modulator effects.

HYPERPRESET MENU

THE HYPERPRESET Explained

Understanding Hyperpresets as layered or split keyboard setups.

Hyperpreset Name and Zone Assignment

Naming Hyperpresets and assigning presets to specific keyboard zones.

Zone Volume, Pan, and Key Range Settings

Setting volume, pan, and keyboard range for each zone within a hyperpreset.

Zone Velocity Range Configuration

Defining velocity ranges for selecting different presets within hyperpreset zones.

Zone Transpose and Pitch Tune Adjustments

Adjusting key transpose and pitch tuning for individual zones.

Hyperpreset Portamento and Free-Run Function Generator

Configuring portamento and using function generators for global modulation.

Saving Hyperpresets

Procedure for saving modified hyperpreset configurations.

PRESET PROGRAMMING

Editing Presets Tutorial

Learning to modify existing presets by experimenting with controls.

Modulation Concepts and Sources

Explanation of how modulation works and the available sources.

Envelope Generators Explained

Details on envelope generators and their stages (Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release).

Function Generator Detailed Explanation

In-depth explanation of function generators, segments, shapes, and jumps.

Filter Types and Modulation

Description of parametric filters and how they can be modulated.

The Morpheus and Z-Plane Filter Systems

Overview of the powerful and unique Z-Plane filter system in the Morpheus.

Note-On and Realtime Modulation Control

Routing MIDI note-on and realtime controller data to modulation destinations.

PRESET MENU

Preset Menu Functions Overview

Introduction to accessing and modifying user presets.

Preset Name and Instrument Assignment

Setting preset names and selecting primary/secondary instruments.

Volume, Pan, and Key Range Settings

Adjusting volume, stereo position, and keyboard range for presets.

Primary and Secondary Key Range Configuration

Defining specific key ranges for primary and secondary instruments.

Transpose, Tuning, and Alternate Envelope Settings

Adjusting pitch, tuning, and envelope parameters for presets.

Alternate Envelope Parameters and Double+Detune

Customizing alternate envelopes and applying double/detune effects.

Sound Delay, Start, and Reverse Parameters

Controlling note onset timing, sample start points, and reverse playback.

Nontranspose, Loop Enable, and Loop Offset

Controlling keyboard tracking, looping, and sample offset for sounds.

Solo Mode and Portamento Settings

Configuring monophonic behavior, solo modes, and pitch glide settings.

Crossfade Mode and Parameters

Setting crossfade behavior and adjusting balance, amount, and direction.

Filter Type and Level Adjustments

Selecting Z-Plane filter types and controlling the signal level into the filter.

Morph Offset and Filter Frequency Tracking

Adjusting morph position and filter frequency tracking for sound shaping.

Filter Transform 2 and Reverse

Using Transform 2 for filter shaping and reversing filter parameters.

Auxiliary Envelope and LFO Parameters

Using auxiliary envelopes and configuring LFO shape, amount, rate, and variation.

Function Generator Parameters

Details on using function generators for complex modulation and sequencing.

COPY MENU

Copy Menu Functions Overview

Overview of functions for copying data between presets, hyperpresets, and midimaps.

Copying Presets, Layers, Filters, and LFOs

Steps for copying specific elements like presets, layers, filters, or LFOs.

Copying Function Generators and Modulation Routings

Copying function generator, envelope, and MIDI routing data between sources.

Copying Hyperpresets, Zones, and Midimaps

Procedures for copying entire hyperpresets, zones, or midimaps.

Copying Channels, Effects, and Program Maps

Copying channel data, effects, or program change maps between locations.

Copy Bank Functionality

Copying entire banks of presets, hypers, or midimaps between storage locations.

STEP-BY-STEP

Step-by-Step Guide Introduction

Introduction to practical, hands-on programming tutorials for the Morpheus.

Editing Presets Tutorial

Learning to modify existing presets by experimenting with controls.

Starting from Scratch: Selecting Instruments

Choosing primary and secondary instruments as the basis for new sounds.

Adjusting Volume, Pan, Transpose, and Tuning

Modifying volume, stereo position, pitch transposition, and tuning.

Alternate Volume Envelope Programming

Shaping the sound's volume contour using alternate envelope parameters.

Sound Delay, Start, and Reverse Functions

Controlling note onset timing, sample start points, and reverse playback.

Application Example: Sound Splicing

Demonstration of merging sounds using various parameters for a new sonic texture.

LFO Modulation in Sound Design

Applying LFOs for vibrato, tremolo, and other sonic animations.

Exploring the Morpheus Z-Plane Filter

Detailed exploration of the Morpheus' advanced filter system and its parameters.

Filter Filosophy and Interaction

Understanding the interaction between instruments and filters for sound shaping.

Morphology and Filter Type Exploration

Exploring the vast range of filter types and their sonic characteristics.

Using Morpheus with a Sequencer

Connecting Morpheus for multi-timbral sequencing and setup.

Advanced Sequencing Techniques

Using MIDI SysEx for pre-sequence setup and remote control.

REFERENCE SECTION

Factory RAM Presets - Bank 0

List of available factory presets stored in RAM.

Factory ROM Presets - Bank 1

List of available factory presets stored in ROM.

Morpheus Instruments Catalog

Comprehensive list of sampled sounds, synth waveforms, and percussion instruments.

Z-Plane Filter Descriptions

Detailed explanations of all available Z-Plane filter types and their parameters.

Function Generator, LFO & Envelope Specifications

Technical specifications for modulation sources like FGs, LFOs, and envelopes.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware and performance specifications of the Morpheus unit.

MIDI Implementation Chart

Overview of MIDI messages recognized and transmitted by the Morpheus.

MIDI SPECIFICATION

Received Channel Commands

Details on standard MIDI channel messages like Note On/Off and Program Change.

MIDI SysEx Commands and Editing

Format for system exclusive messages and procedures for parameter editing.

SysEx Command Summary

List of recognized SysEx command IDs for Morpheus.

Preset, Hyperpreset, and Midimap SysEx Data

SysEx commands for requesting and transmitting preset, hyperpreset, and midimap data.

Effect and Filter List SysEx Commands

SysEx commands for retrieving lists of available effects and filters.

Patchcord Sources and Destinations

List of MIDI sources and destinations available for modulation routing.

Function Generator Shapes and Conditions

Reference for function generator curve shapes and conditional jump parameters.

SYSEX TUTORIAL

14-bit Signed 2's Complement Numbers

Explanation of 14-bit signed number representation and MIDI conversion.

Editing Individual Preset Parameters via SysEx

Step-by-step guide for editing specific preset parameters using SysEx messages.

Editing Global Parameters via SysEx

Step-by-step guide for editing global parameters (e.g., Channel Pan) using SysEx.

Editing Midimap Parameters via SysEx

Step-by-step guide for editing Midimap parameters (e.g., FX Amount) using SysEx.

INDEX

WARRANTY

Length of Warranty Coverage

Details on the one-year warranty period and purchase requirements.

E-mu Systems Warranty Exclusions

Conditions and damages not covered by the E-mu Systems warranty.

Limitation and Exclusion of Warranties/Damages

Disclaimers regarding implied warranties and liability for damages.

How To Obtain Warranty Service

Procedure for requesting and returning the instrument for authorized service.

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