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Expressive SAS Expressive E Touche - User Manual

Expressive SAS Expressive E Touche
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Expressive SAS Expressive E Touche Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandExpressive SAS
ModelExpressive E Touche
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1. Introduction

1.1. Downloads & Updates

Instructions for obtaining the latest versions of Lié and Touché firmware.

1.2. Installation

Steps to install the Lié software and update the Touché firmware.

2. Touché

2.1. Overview

Introduces Touché as a tactile instrument for synthesizers.

2.1.1. What is Touché?

Defines Touché and its unique tactile approach to controlling synthesizers.

2.1.2. Slave and Standalone

Explains the two usage modes for Touché: Slave (with Lié) and Standalone.

2.1.3. Default Behaviour

Details the default MIDI and CV mappings after firmware update.

2.2. Mechanism

Explains the core concept of Touché reacting to pressure on the 'Skin'.

2.2.1. Concept

Explains the core concept of Touché reacting to pressure on the 'Skin'.

2.2.2. Shiftings

Describes the four types of touch gestures (Shiftings) and their functionality.

2.2.3. Skin

Details the wooden surface and its magnetic attachment for access to internal parts.

2.2.4. Cylinders

Explains the function of the cylinders for pressure feedback in Shiftings.

2.2.5. Slider

Describes the slider for adjusting the sensitivity of left and right Shiftings.

2.3. Controls

Covers the primary controls of Touché, including buttons, encoder, and LEDs.

2.3.1. Buttons

Explains how to use the left and right buttons for preset navigation.

2.3.2. Encoder

Details the Encoder's function for sensitivity adjustment and the 'Freeze' feature.

2.3.3. LEDs

Explains the visual feedback provided by the LEDs for various states and modes.

2.4. Connectivity

Details the connection options for Touché, including USB, MIDI, and CV ports.

2.4.1. Ports

Covers USB power, recommended cables, and Ground Loop issues.

2.4.2. Data

Explains MIDI and CV input/output data flow in Slave and Standalone modes.

3. Lié

3.1. Overview

Introduces Lié as a companion software for Touché, a plug-in host.

3.1.1. What is Lié?

Defines Lié and its features like sensitivity curves, CV editing, and preset management.

3.1.2. System Requirements

Lists the minimum hardware and OS requirements to run Lié and UVI Workstation.

3.1.3. Plug-in Formats

Explains Lié's compatibility with VST/AU plug-ins and hosting capabilities.

3.2. Interface

Overview of the four main parts of the Lié interface: Menu, Browser, Slot Center, Scope.

3.2.1. Menu

Details the functions available within the Menu, like creating presets and accessing settings.

3.2.2. Settings

Explains the different sections within the Settings window for configuration.

3.2.3. Browser

Describes the Browser for managing and filtering presets using categories, instruments, and tags.

3.2.4. Slot Center

Explains how to assign parameters to Shiftings and design curves for control.

3.2.5. Plug-In Preset Specificities

Details how to select instruments and parameters for plug-in presets.

3.2.6. Hardware Preset Specificities

Covers MIDI page settings for hardware presets, including CC number assignment.

3.2.7. Memory View

Explains how to save Hardware Presets to Touché's internal memory for standalone use.

3.2.8. Scope

Describes the Scope as a visual display of Touché's Shiftings and pressure.

3.2.9. Sensitivity Curve Editor

Details how to adjust sensitivity curves for each slot to fine-tune parameter response.

4. Workflow

4.1. DAW Setup

Provides instructions for setting up Lié and Touché within DAWs.

4.1.1. Ableton Live

Step-by-step guide for integrating Lié with Ableton Live.

4.1.2. Logic Pro

Step-by-step guide for integrating Lié with Logic Pro.

4.1.3. Cubase

Step-by-step guide for integrating Lié with Cubase.

4.2. Creating a sound

Guides users through the process of creating new presets in Lié.

4.3. Adjusting your sensitivity

Explains various methods for fine-tuning Touché's sensitivity.