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General| Polyphony | Monophonic |
|---|---|
| Arpeggiator | Yes |
| Audio Input | No |
| Type | Analog |
| Oscillators | 2 |
| Filter | Low-pass |
| LFO | 1 |
| Envelopes | 2 ADSR |
| Keyboard | 25 keys |
| MIDI | Yes |
| Synthesis Type | Analog Subtractive |
| Waveforms | Sawtooth, pulse |
Describes the 25-note velocity-sensitive keyboard.
Details pitch bend and assignable controller wheels.
Explains controls for octave shifting and mode selection.
Covers Master Volume, Portamento, Mod Wheel Depth, and Utility Mode controls.
Details the memory selector, edit/write LED, and program write switch.
Describes LFO Speed, Depth, and Waveform Shape controls.
Covers Oscillator 1 Waveform and 1/2 Mix controls.
Details Oscillator 2 Waveform, Range, Detune, and Semi-Tone controls.
Explains controls for PWM Source, Envelope, and LFO modulation.
Covers Filter Frequency, Resonance, Cut-off slope, and Mod Depth.
Details Envelope select, triggering, Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release, and Velocity.
Describes the main power switch on the rear panel.
Explains the connection for an external DC power adapter.
Mentions the compartment for six AA batteries.
Details the connector for the optional Controller Grip.
Describes the port for receiving MIDI data from external devices.
Describes the port for transmitting MIDI data to external devices.
Explains the audio output jack for connecting to amplifiers or mixers.
Explains operation via batteries or DC adapter.
Details battery installation, replacement, and care.
Lists and describes all rear panel connection jacks.
Provides initial setup and first-time operation instructions.
Controls the main output volume and portamento speed.
Sets modulation depth and accesses utility functions.
Explains tuning adjustments and accessing keyboard parameters.
Sets functions for the controller wheel like Aftertouch, Mod, or Vol.
Details loading and saving sounds to/from external devices.
Adjusts glide time and octave range using buttons.
Describes how to select, edit, and store sounds in memory locations.
Explains the process of writing edited sounds to memory slots.
Explains the core principles of subtractive synthesis with oscillators and filters.
Controls LFO rate and the delay before its effect begins.
Chooses the waveform (R'DOM, TRI, SAW) for LFO modulation.
Guides on using the controller wheel to open/close the filter.
Selects between Sawtooth and Pulse waveforms for oscillators.
Adjusts relative volumes and detuning between oscillators.
Sets the semitone interval and octave difference between oscillators.
Controls pitch modulation amount from Envelope 2 or LFO.
Adjusts pulse width and its modulation depth.
Selects Manual, Env 2, or LFO as the PWM modulation source.
Adjusts the filter's cut-off frequency and resonance level.
Controls filter modulation depth and selects its source (LFO/Env 2).
Chooses between 12dB and 24dB cut-off slopes for filtering.
Selects which envelope (1 or 2) the controls affect.
Adjusts the ADSR stages for sound shaping over time.
Sets velocity sensitivity and envelope triggering behavior.
Explains using the keyboard as a MIDI controller.
Details MIDI control for memory selection and filter parameters.
Describes MIDI control assignments for envelope parameters.
Step-by-step guide to emulate TB303 sounds using BassStation controls.
Lists detailed technical specifications of the BassStation.
Provides instructions for emulating TB303 sounds with additional notes.
Lists optional accessories like carrying cases and power supplies.
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