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Modal Electronics ARGON8 User Manual

Modal Electronics ARGON8
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Modal ARGON8
8 voice polyphonic wavetable synthesiser
User Manual
OS Version - 2.3

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Modal Electronics ARGON8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Polyphony8 voices
ArpeggiatorYes
DisplayOLED display
Presets256 presets
TypeDigital Wavetable Synthesizer
Oscillators2 wavetable oscillators
LFO3 LFOs
EffectsChorus, Reverb, delay
Keyboard37 velocity-sensitive keys
ConnectivityUSB, MIDI In/Out
Dimensions300 x 100 mm

Summary

Safety Information

Introduction

Product Specifications

Polyphony and Polychain

Details the 8-voice polyphony and polychaining capabilities.

MPE Compatibility

Explains MPE compatibility and how to control ARGON8 polyphonically.

Oscillator Details

Describes the 32 high-resolution wavetable oscillators per voice.

Filter Section

Details the 4 state variable 2-pole resonant filters.

Modulation Matrix

Covers envelopes, LFOs, and the modulation matrix features.

Sequencer and Arpeggiator

Explains the features of the programmable sequencer and arpeggiator.

Effects (FX)

Lists the available onboard stereo FX engines and distortion.

User Memory and Presets

Details patch, FX, and sequencer preset storage and recall.

Controls and Performance Features

Describes the keyboard, encoders, joystick, and performance controls.

Input/Output and Power

Lists physical connections, power supply, build, software, and dimensions.

Getting Started

Basic Operation and Screen Control

Explains powering on the ARGON8 and using screen controls.

Screen Navigation and Encoder Use

Details the use of encoders for navigating and controlling parameters.

Secondary Function Controls

Explains accessing secondary functions via button combinations.

Connections

Audio Input

Describes the audio input jack and its usage.

Headphone Output

Details the headphone output jack and volume control.

Line Output

Explains the stereo line output jacks and their function.

Sustain Pedal Input

Details sustain pedal connection and polarity compatibility.

Clock Sync I/O

Describes clock sync connections for external timing.

Power Connection

Details the power connector and the required PSU.

Expression Pedal Input

Details expression pedal connection and compatibility settings.

MIDI Connectivity (USB & DIN)

Explains USB and DIN MIDI setup and usage for control.

Synthesis Engine

Oscillators

Details the 4 oscillators, wavetables, and their modifiers.

Oscillator Modifier Types

Explains the 8 types of oscillator modifiers available.

Wavetable Modifier List

Lists the 32 static wavetable modifiers and their effects.

Filter Types

Describes the 4 state variable 2-pole resonant filters.

Envelope Generators

Details the 3 updated 4-stage envelope generators.

Low Frequency Oscillators (LFOs)

Describes the two LFOs and their parameters.

Arpeggiator Features

Explains the programmable arpeggiator features and modes.

Sequencer Operation

Details the real-time and step sequencer, modes, and playback.

FX Engine Details

Details the 3 stereo FX engines and waveshaping distortion.

Modulation Matrix Explained

Covers the modulation matrix, sources, and destinations.

Keyboard and Voice Modes

Explains voice modes and keyboard functions like transpose.

Joystick and Audio Input

Details joystick assignment and audio input functionality.

Audio Output and Gain Controls

Explains output levels, gain boost, and volume controls.

MIDI Setup and Control

MIDI Interface Setup

Explains USB and DIN MIDI setup and usage for control.

MIDI Configuration Settings

Covers channel, output, input, clock, filters, and omni modes.

Program Change and Sync

Details program change for presets and sync connections.

Firmware Update

MODALapp Software Guide

App Overview and Connection

Features, connection, and playing via the MODALapp.

MODALapp Main Editor

Details the main patch editing interface in MODALapp.

Preset Manager in MODALapp

Managing presets, backup, and import via the app.

App Modulation and FX Editing

Editing modulation and FX parameters within the app.

MODALapp Sequencer Control

Using the sequencer interface within MODALapp.

App Keyboard and Settings

Using the app's keyboard and accessing settings.

Warranty Information

Warranty Statement Details

Outlines the terms of the product warranty.

Manufacturing Defect Definition

Defines what constitutes a manufacturing defect.

Warranty Limitations

Lists conditions that void the warranty.

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