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SOMA TERRA User Manual

SOMA TERRA
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SOMA TERRA Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeSynthesizer
PolyphonyMonophonic
Weight1.5 kg
EffectsReverb, Delay
ConnectivityMIDI, USB
ControlsKnobs
Power9V DC
Synthesis TypeAnalog
InputsCV
Outputs1/4" audio output

Summary

General Overview

What is TERRA?

Definition and purpose of the TERRA synthesizer, highlighting its unique interface and design.

The Concept Behind TERRA

Explains the design philosophy balancing possibilities, simplicity, technology, and nature.

Main Features

Important Notes About TERRA's Sensors

Connecting TERRA

The Interface

Play Zone Components

Details the note keyboard, parametric keyboard, and Pitch Shifter controls within the PLAY zone.

Control Zone Components

Describes the various knobs, sensors, and indicators in the CONTROL zone for managing synthesis parameters.

The Triangular Indicator-Controller

Explains how the Triangular Indicator-Controller manages various TERRA settings based on the interface's current mode.

Playing TERRA

Description of Functions

Preset Management

Covers loading, saving, and managing presets on the TERRA, including USB operations.

Synthesis Control

Details selecting synthesis algorithms, variations, and controlling envelopes and gyroscope sensitivity.

Tuning and Pitch Shifting

Explains tuning the note keyboard, Pitch Shifter usage, selection, and tuning presets.

System Operations and Connectivity

Covers FX Processor, knob functions, tempo synchronization, and MIDI output capabilities.

Firmware and Master Tuning

Provides guidance on updating firmware and adjusting master tuning for the synthesizer.

Calibration

Description of the Synthesis Algorithms

The Basics of Synthesis Algorithms

Overview of the 32 synthesis algorithms, divided into four groups: POLYPHONIC, EXPERIMENTAL, BASS, and SOLO.

Polyphonic Algorithms Group

Experimental Algorithms Group

Bass Algorithms Group

Solo Algorithms Group

Tables

Factory Presets Tables

Presents tables of factory preset settings for semitones and microtonal scales.

Arpeggiator Patterns

Lists the sequence patterns for the arpeggiator, controlled by the ≈ knob.

MIDI Controller Assignment

Details the MIDI controller assignments for TERRA's sensors, including CC mapping.

Technical Characteristics

Credits

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