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Modal CRAFTsynth 2.0 User Manual

Modal CRAFTsynth 2.0
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Modal CRAFTsynth 2.0
Monophonic Wavetable Synthesiser
User Manual
OS Version - 1.0
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Modal CRAFTsynth 2.0 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power SupplyUSB Powered
PolyphonyMonophonic
SequencerStep Sequencer
Oscillators2
EnvelopesADSR
MIDIIn, Out, USB
ConnectionsUSB

Summary

Important Safety Information

General Electrical and Environmental Safety

Describes precautions for electrical products, water exposure, and hearing safety.

Battery Handling and Polarity

Details the importance of correct battery polarity to prevent damage.

User Serviceability and Damage

States no user-serviceable parts and conditions requiring servicing.

Introduction to CRAFTsynth 2.0

Product Specifications Overview

Lists key features and technical details of the synthesiser.

Getting Started: Basic Operations

Powering On the Device

Explains powering the CRAFTsynth 2.0 via USB or batteries.

Using the Touch Pads for Notes

Details playing notes and configuring octave/scales via touch pads.

Touch Pad Secondary Functions

Details using touch pads for preset load/save functions.

User Interface Combinations

Panel Control Modes (Shift/Preset)

Explains SHIFT/PRESET button access to secondary panel functions.

LED Animation Indicators

Describes visual feedback from key LEDs for various actions.

Polychain Setup Guide

Provides instructions for connecting multiple CRAFTsynth 2.0 units.

Preset Management

Loading and Saving Presets

Details procedures for loading, saving, and banking presets.

Initializing and Randomizing Presets

Explains how to reset or randomize patch settings.

Connections and Ports

Audio Outputs (Line, Headphones)

Describes line out and headphone jack functions.

USB and MIDI Ports

Details USB for power/MIDI and MIDI DIN port functions.

Clock Sync Ports

Explains the use of sync in/out jacks for clock synchronization.

Power Switch and Options

Describes power switch positions for USB and battery operation.

Synthesis Engine Diagram

Oscillator Controls

Wave 1 and Wave 2 Parameters

Covers Wave 1/2 selection, Mix, Fine, Tune, and OSC-MOD controls.

Oscillator Modifier and Bank Selection

Details selecting oscillator modifiers and waveform banks.

Spread Functionality

Explains the spread control for unison, chords, and detuning.

Oscillator Modifiers: Modulation Types

Phase Modulation

Describes phase modulation effect and its control.

Window Sync Effects

Explains oscillator sync with an amplitude window and control.

Ring Modulation

Details ring modulation effect between oscillators.

Oscillator Modifiers: Wave Shaping

Triangle Wavefolder

Explains boosting amplitude and folding waveforms.

De-Rez and Glitchy Sine

Describes downsampling (De-Rez) and sine wave shaping distortion.

Rise-Over-Run Phaseshaper

Details reshaping oscillator phase for waveform generation.

Window Amp Sync

Explains amplitude window playback for creating notches.

Frequency Modulation

Describes modulating Wave 1's frequency with Wave 2.

Hard Sync

Explains oscillator sync with a sharp phase jump.

Oscillator Modifiers: Advanced Effects

Min Modulation and Sine Wavefolder

Covers amplitude comparison and sinusoidal wavefolding.

Bit-Crush Effect

Details continuous bitrate reduction for staircase waveforms.

Phaseshaper and Vocalized Sync

Explains scrunch/lo-fi phaseshaping and vocalized sync effects.

Oscillator Waveform Banks

Virtual Analogue and 002 Bank 1

Describes waveform banks from various sources including Virtual Analogue and 002.

Math and Polygon Banks

Describes mathematically generated and polygon waveform banks.

Modal Banks and Formant Waveforms

Describes Modal-curated and vocal sound (Formant) waveforms.

Sine/Noise Bank

Describes the sine and noise bank for oscillator modifiers.

Filter Section Controls

Filter Cutoff, Resonance, and Morphing

Details filter cutoff, resonance, and morphing between LP, BP, and HP.

Envelope Generators (EG)

Envelope Stages (ADSR)

Explains Attack, Decay, Sustain, and Release parameters for EGs.

Envelope Assignment and Amp-EG

Details cycling EGs and Amp-EG modulation control.

Low Frequency Oscillators (LFOS)

LFO Rate, Shape, and Mode

Covers LFO speed, waveform shape, and retrigger modes.

Arpeggiator and Keyboard Functions

Arpeggiator Operation

Explains enabling, inputting notes, and rests for the arpeggiator.

Keyboard Octave, Glide, Scale, Root

Details octave range, pitch glide, scales, and root note selection.

Sustain Pedal Function

Describes how to sustain notes using touch pads.

Built-in Effects (FX)

Distortion and Delay Parameters

Covers distortion amount and delay mix (Dry/Wet).

Delay Time and Feedback Control

Details delay time synchronization and feedback amount.

Modulation Matrix

Assigning Modulation Sources

Explains assigning sources to destinations via panel and app.

Modulation Scaling and Depth

Describes modulation depths and scaling behavior.

MIDI Device Setup

Device Recognition on Mac and Windows

Explains how CRAFTsynth 2.0 appears in OS utilities.

Configuring MIDI in Your DAW

Notes on enabling MIDI input/output in DAW preferences.

MIDI Communication and Sync

MIDI Channel, Input, Output

Covers setting MIDI channels and I/O functions.

MIDI Clock and Synchronization

Explains MIDI clock sync and auto-detection.

MIDI Filtering and Omni Mode

Details app-configurable MIDI filters and omni mode.

Polychaining MIDI Devices

Instructions for connecting multiple units for polyphony.

MIDI CC Implementation Chart

Firmware Update Process

Updating CRAFTsynth 2.0 Firmware

Explains remote firmware updates via MODALapp or MIDI sysex.

MODALapp Features and Interface

MODALapp Overview and Tabs

Describes the app's general layout and functions across its tabs.

Editor, Live, and Settings Pages

Details functionality of Editor, Live, and Settings pages.

Preset and Bank Management via App

Explains storing, organizing, and transferring presets/banks.

Connecting and Using MODALapp

Device Connection Methods

Describes connecting mobile devices to CRAFTsynth via MODALapp.

Playing CRAFTsynth 2.0 with MIDI

Using a MIDI controller to play the synth via MODALapp.

MODALapp: Live Page and Presets

Live Page as MIDI Controller

Using the Live page for performance control and macros.

Preset Management Interface

Detailed view of local and onboard preset storage.

MODALapp: Settings Page

Settings Page Configuration Options

Firmware version, MIDI channel, and clock settings.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and Sound Output Problems

Addresses issues like not turning on or no sound output.

MIDI Device Not Detected

Solutions for when the synth is not recognized as a MIDI device.

Troubleshooting MIDI and USB

MIDI Response and Touchpad Problems

Solutions for MIDI not responding or erratic touchpad behavior.

USB Power Humming (Ground Loop)

Explains and offers solutions for ground loop noise.

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