Polyend Synth - Synth Engine Overview; Synth Preset Overview

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Synths
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5.1 Synth Engine Overview
A collection of synth engines are available, each with a different style and character.
With PHZ classic phase distortion tones or
experimental new sounds are possible. PHZ
consists of 2 oscillators with varying shapes and unlike classic
phase distortion synths, lters and a Polyend style mod-matrix
have been included. The phase of an input waveform is distorted
by functions/methods. Each of these functions can be gradually
modulated by parameters X and Y
ranging 0 ~ 1.
Wavs is a unique wavetable synthesizer engine
which plays and morphs between two wavetable
oscillator samples while applying ltering. Wavetables are stored
in plain WAV les in the Samples > Wavetables folder. Control of
Position controls the scanning while it interpolates between the
WAVs. Warp affects the the oscillator phase, stretching or
warping from the centre to the edge of the sample point. This
operates in a positive or negative dimension.
ACD
VAP
PHZ
WAVS
FAT
PMDWTFM
GRAIN
ACD transports you back to the golden age of
electronic music with its recreation of iconic
single-oscillator monophonic analog synths. Paying homage to
Japanese legends, ACD not only captures the essence of these
classics but also propels you into the future with a lightning-fast
synthesis experience. It offers a rich palette of options, ranging
from faithful monophonic analog recreations to entirely unique
and innovative soundscapes.
VAP is a virtual analog polysynth, boasting
a dual-oscillator architecture and a versatile
modulation matrix. Complete with multiple lter avors and
pulse width modulation, VAP allows you to sculpt intricate
patterns. This engine shines when it comes to creating
mesmerising, evolving textures, crafting lush pads, and
conjuring up one-of-a-kind sound effects.
FAT is a powerhouse synth engine that
epitomizes the lush, vintage warmth of
classic analog synthesizers. At its core, FAT hosts three
virtual analog oscillators and offers an intuitive drift and
detune control, ensuring you can effortlessly sculpt iconic
massive sounds. The presets contain two distinct avors of
ladder lters inspired by two unique analog classics. It
offers a versatile range of sounds, from deep reese basses
to ethereal pads, expressive leads and classic keyboards.
Classic Physical modelling synthesis with
unique controls and modulation options.
Timbre controls the sound in a way specic to each
generator. Mallet and Air Flow are specic parameters for
each generator. The Exciter envelope should not be treated
as an equivalent of amp envelope in a traditional synth - it's
behavior has different effect on each generator (does not
affect Strike at all). The Resonator further shapes the mixed
sound of the generators.
WTFM is a unique 2-operator FM synth engine
that utilized wavetable based oscillators driven
by a 3x feedback system. The operators are based on sweeping
wavetables, ranging from fundamental sine waves to
harmonically rich timbres, offering a diverse tonal palette.
Whether you're sculpting smooth, enveloping pads or crafting
cutting-edge metallic tones, WTFM empowers you to achieve
unique textures with precision and authenticity.
Grain is a granular synth engine which takes
a standard WAV sample le and generates
a series of audio fragments called grains. The generation of
the grains such as size, density and shape can be controlled
as well as how these are scanned and played back, for
example scanning position and direction. The cloud and
burst features control how grains are generated,
continuously or in cyclic batches of grains. Grain pitch can
be played in paraphonic mode as chords.
5.2 Synth Preset Overview
Synth has 3 synthesizer slots each of which contains a synth preset. A
preset denes the precise sound based on its assigned engine and
associated parameter settings. One preset can be loaded into each synth
slot. A preset can be created and edited or loaded from the factory library.
3 Synth slots are available. Each slot can be
assigned one of the synth engines
Presets for each synth model are
saved to the SD card and are
available to be loaded per synth.
GRAIN and WAV Synth
sample les
The synth engine plus its
parameter settings contribute
to the preset.
Synth 1
Synth 2
Synth 3
Preset
Preset
Preset
Sub Folders
SD Card
/Root Directory
/Patches /Samples
/ACD /WAVS
/PHZ
/FAT /GRAIN
/PMD
/VAP
/WAVS
/WTFM
/GRAIN