Moog Matriarch User Manual

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Matriarch is equipped with two Utilities modules. Each is filled with an assortment of
tools that are key to the exploration of modular synthesis. A signal can be split and
sent to multiple locations, multiple signals can be merged together, and individual
signals can be attenuated and inverted.
This first Utilities module (1) includes a four-way MULT jack, and two identical
inverting Attenuators.
TIP: Each Attenuator can also be used as a Ring Modulator, generating an output signal related
mathematically to two input signals. Ring modulation is often used to create metallic and
inharmonic sounds. Try patching from the WAVE OUT jack of Oscillator 1 to the Attenuator’s
INPUT jack, and from the WAVE OUT jack of Oscillator 2 to the same Attenuator’s CV IN jack.
The OUTPUT jack will provide a composite ring modulated signal. Rotate the ATTENUATOR
knob to “tune” the ring modulation. This will change the oset value applied to the CV IN jack,
changing the symmetry of the ring modulated signal. Set the ATTENUATOR knob to the
12 O’clock position for a clean, traditional ring mod sound.
MULT (Unbuffered)
The Mult consists of four jacks wired together in parallel. Connecting an
audio or control signal to one of the MULT jacks allows it to then be sent to
three different locations. Additionally, Matriarch has been designed so that
all of the audio and control signals available via the output patch points can
be passively mixed using these MULT jacks. In this way, multiple modulation
sources can be applied to a single modulation destination, for example.
MULT: Four jacks wired in parallel (Unbuffered)
ATTENUATOR (Inverting)
An Attenuator can reduce the strength of a control signal to provide more
accuracy when modulating the value of a specific parameter. Equipped with
an INPUT jack and an OUTPUT jack, each Attenuator can also deliver both
normal and inverted values. In the center position, the ATTENUATOR knob
provides its full effect, and the signal arriving at the Attenuator INPUT jack is
fully attenuated. Raising the value clockwise from center will provide less and
less attenuation, until the full scale of the input signal is restored and passed
through unaffected. Lowering the value counterclockwise from center will
provide less and less attenuation of the inverted signal, until the full value
of the inverted signal is restored at the full counterclockwise position.
NOTE: Negative (or inverse) modulation simply flips the control signal, so that any
control signal previously raising the value of a parameter would now be lowering it.
UTILITIES (1)

Moog Matriarch Specifications

General

Product type	Analog synthesizer
Sound effects	Delay
Sound effects quantity	1
Keyboard number of keys	49
Maximum polyphony (notes)	4
MIDI in	Yes
6.35 mm (1⁄4-inch) input	3
6.35 mm (1⁄4-inch) output	2
Input voltage	240 V
DC input voltage	12 V
Power source type	DC
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	361 mm
Width	810 mm
Height	139 mm
Weight	13610 g

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Unpacking & Inspection

Setup & Connections

Features & Controls

Keyboard

Describes the 49-note Fatar keyboard with velocity and aftertouch capabilities.

Left-Hand Controller

Transport Buttons

Details the Play, Hold, and Tap buttons for Arpeggiator/Sequencer control.

Pitch and Mod Wheels

Explains the function of the Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels for performance expression.

Oscillators

Octave Settings

Details the four-position switch for selecting fundamental octave settings (16', 8', 4', 2').

Frequency Control

Explains the FREQUENCY knob for detuning oscillators 2, 3, and 4 relative to oscillator 1.

Oscillator Sync

Covers understanding and enabling Hard Sync between oscillators for complex sounds.

Individual Oscillator Sync

Details how to sync oscillators 2 to 1, 3 to 2, and 4 to 3 using dedicated buttons.

Waveform Selection

Describes the selection of Triangle, Sawtooth, Square, and Narrow Pulse waveforms.

Pulse Waves

Explains Square and Narrow Pulse waves, and the effect of Pulse Width Modulation (PWM).

Oscillator Patch Points

Details patch points for Linear FM and Pulse Width Modulation per oscillator.

Mixer Module

Mixer Patch Points

Filters

Cutoff Frequency

Filter Mode Selection

Details the three modes: Series (HP/LP), Stereo (LP/LP), and Parallel (HP/LP).

Resonance Controls

Envelope Amount

Keyboard Tracking

Filter Patch Points

Envelope Generators (ADSR)

Attack Stage

Decay Stage

Sustain Stage

Release Stage

Envelope Generator Patch Points

Filter Envelope Generator

Amplitude Envelope Generator

Output Module

Main Volume Control

Explains the MAIN VOLUME knob for controlling output levels.

VCA Mode Selection

Details VCA modes: Amp Env, Split, and Drone for controlling output levels.

VCA Patch Points

VCA 1 and VCA 2 Inputs

Stereo Delay

Time and Spacing

Feedback and Mix Controls

Sync/Tap and Ping Pong

Stereo Delay Patch Points

Delay Time CV Inputs

Modulation

Modulation Rate and Waveform

Pitch Modulation Assignment

Cutoff and Pulse Width Amount

Modulation Patch Points

Utilities (2)

Mult and Attenuator

Input, Output, and CV In

Patchable LFO

Describes the LFO module with Triangle/Square waves and rate modulation.

Arp / Seq

Arpeggiator Functionality

Sequencer Functionality

Rate and Mode Controls

Direction and Octave/Bank

Sequence Recording Steps

Arp/Seq Patch Points

LHC Controls for Arp/Seq

Paraphony Settings

Explains VOICE MODE and MULTI TRIG for paraphonic and monophonic operation.

Rear Panel

Fine Tune Adjustment

Describes the FINE TUNE knob for global oscillator tuning.

Security Slot and Power

Covers Kensington security slot, DC power connection, and power switch.

Audio Jacks

Main Outputs

Headphone Output

Instrument Input

Eurorack Outputs

Stereo Delay Jacks

Keyboard Jacks

Covers sustain, expression, velocity, aftertouch, and gate CV outputs.

Modulation Wheel CV Out

Keyboard CV and Gate Outputs

Arp/Seq Jacks

MIDI Ports

Covers MIDI IN, THRU, OUT ports and USB MIDI for connectivity.

Service & Support Information

Moog Standard Warranty

Details the one-year warranty period and return-to-factory repair policy.

Returning Your Product to Moog Music

Instructions for obtaining RMA, packing, and shipping products for service.

Caring for Matriarch

Provides guidance on cleaning and handling the instrument safely.