Modal Electronics Carbon8
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Essential Information About the Modal Carbon8 Synthesizer (37 Keys)
Essential Information About the Modal Carbon8 Synthesizer (37 Keys)
- Experimental 8-voice sound engine: an architecture twice as complex as the ARGON8 and COBALT8 series, designed for modern textures and bold timbres.
- Advanced waveforms and wavetable synthesis: over 40 algorithms and wavetables to create evolving pads as well as sharp and organic sounds.
- Comprehensive Modal filtering: 34 filter types including vintage models and modern variations for precise tone shaping.
- Performance and creation: FATAR 37-key keyboard, MPE compatibility, 512-note sequencer, 32-step arpeggiator, and studio-quality stereo effects.
Manufacturer Information
Modal Electronics
https://www.modalelectronics.com
info@modalelectronics.com
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A Next-Generation Synth Above the ARGON8 and COBALT8
The Modal Carbon8 represents a more ambitious and experimental offering within the range, featuring a significantly enhanced sound engine compared to the ARGON8 and COBALT8. The goal is clear: to break away from traditional synthesis paths and explore contemporary sonic dimensions that are raw, detailed, and expressive, suitable for both studio and stage.
Who Is the Modal Carbon8 For?
This synthesizer is primarily aimed at advanced to expert musicians who enjoy programming, modulating, and evolving their sounds. It excels in electronic, techno, ambient, synthwave, modern pop, and sound design (games, film scoring) genres, notably thanks to its MPE compatibility and a rich modulation section. In live performance, its sequencer, arpeggiator, and FATAR keyboard make it an expressive and inspiring instrument for building patterns and textures in real time.
Technical specifications
| Arpeggiator | Yes | Vocoder | No |
| Sampler | No | Category | Synthesizer |
| Max polyphony | 8 | Number of keys | 37 |
| Velocity sensitive | Yes | Touch | Semi-weighted |
| MPE compatible | Yes | MIDI I/O | IN, OUT (DIN), MIDI PAR USB |
| Semi-modular | No | Inputs | Expression pedal, Sustain pedal, Clock 3,5 mm, USB Midi |
| Synthesis type | Wavetables, Digital, VA, Subtractive | Outputs | Midi, Clock 3,5 mm |
| Polyphony | 8 voices | Velocity Sensitivity | yes |
| Wavetable Architecture | over 40 sophisticated and complex algorithms and wavetables | MPE Compatibility | MPE-compatible MIDI controllers |
| Modal Filter Section | 34 filter types | Effects Processors | 3, stereo |
| Filter Models | vintage and modern filter adaptations | Effects Algorithms | 26 (reverb, modulation, Delay, etc.) |
| Number of LFOs | 3 | MIDI Connectivity | inputs and outputs |
| Number of Envelope Generators | 3 | Sync Connectivity | inputs and outputs on 3.5 mm mini-jack |
| Integrated Sequencer Modes | step-by-step / real-time | Pedal Inputs | sustain and expression |
| Sequencer | 512 notes | USB | MIDI and remote editing via MODALapp |
| Parameter Animations | 4, recordable and editable | Free MODALapp Application | macOS, Windows, iOS, iPadOS, Android |
| Programmable Arpeggiator | 32 steps | MODALapp Formats | VST3 and AU |
| FATAR Keyboard | 37 keys | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Modal Electronics Carbon 8 MPE compatible?
MPE compatibility is built-in, enabling the use of compatible polyphonic MIDI controllers. The 37-key FATAR keyboard is also velocity-sensitive.
What is the polyphony of the Carbon8?
The sound architecture offers 8-voice polyphony for chords, pads, and sequences.
What filters and modulation options are available?
The Modal filter section includes 34 types of filters. Three LFOs and three envelopes allow modulation of sound parameters. The waveform architecture consists of more than 40 algorithms and wavetable forms.
Are the sequencer and arpeggiator integrated?
A step and real-time sequencer can record up to 512 notes. The programmable arpeggiator offers 32 steps, complemented by 4 recordable and editable parameter animations.
What MIDI connectivity and application are provided?
Connectivity includes MIDI DIN In/Out, USB MIDI, and 3.5 mm Clock jacks. MODALapp is available for free on macOS, Windows, iOS, iPadOS, and Android, with VST3 and AU formats.
