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The S-4 Sculpting Sampler - Ofcial Manual
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The S-4 Sculpting Sampler - Ofcial Manual
Torso S-4 is a tool made for sonic explorers. It is a sculpting sampler
designed to capture and transform sounds. Merging tape-era
workows with cutting-edge technology, the S-4 redenes sound
mangling by providing a futuristic platform for crafting unique
soundscapes and compositions, using samples and real-time audio
processing. It has four parallel stereo tracks, each with an audio
engine featuring a chain of audio devices including samplers, live
granular processing, morphing resonators, and a range of audio
effects. A novel modulation system allows anything and everything
to be modulated with four modulators per track. Capture sounds on
the y with the onboard microphone and the stereo line input, or
load samples from the four gigabyte internal ash storage. The S-4
is designed with durable RGB buttons offering tactile feedback and
a high-quality 3.5-inch LCD display ensuring all the visual feedback
you need. It features USB connectivity for seamless connection to
class-compliant devices and effortless le transfers to and from your
laptop. Moreover, it can function as an audio interface when you
require a simplied setup. You can also expand the number of
inputs and outputs by connecting a class-compliant external USB
interface. The S-4 is all about exploration and experimentation,
sound design and letting the journey lead the way. The Torso S-4
Notebook is more than a manual. It is a guide, a reference and a
notebook that helps you grow while exploring and while having fun
along the way.
Getting Started
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