• Digital synthesizer
  
• 19" / 4 HU rack unit, desktop compatible
  
• 60 voices
  
• Modwave synthesis
  
• 2 layers per patch
  
• Over 200 waveform banks
  
• Up to 64 waveforms per bank
  
• 13 Morph algorithms
  
• 1042 wave sequences
  
• Sub-oscillator / noise generator
  
• Complex Kaoss-Physics controller
  
• 12 filter types
  
• 4 envelopes
  
• 5 LFOs
• Randomizer
  
• Extensive modulation options
  
• 4 effect blocks including delay, reverb, phaser, Chorus & distortion
  
• 800 presets
  
• Step sequencer with motion sequence
  
• Arpeggiator
  
• Polyphonic aftertouch
• MIDI 2.0

Filters and effects

The modwave module has plenty of both: twelve filter models have been implemented to suit every taste. These include the Korg classics MS-20 Lowpass and MS-20 Highpass, which have a much snappier sound, and the powerful, round Polysix filter. There are three effect blocks per layer, which include various Delay algorithms, modulation effects such as Phaser or chorus, as well as equalizers, compressors and special effects. The whole thing is rounded off by the higher-level reverb effect.

Sounds for eternity

The modwave module is an El Dorado for sound tinkerers. Modulations and variations of what you would expect from a well-equipped modular system enliven the sound of this synthesizer amazingly. The bulging sample memory with four gigabytes of capacity also contributes to this. Are you lacking inspiration or would you like a new variation that you haven't thought of yet? One press of the cube button and the intelligent random function recomposes a partial aspect of the sound or even the entire layer.

Kaoss Physics

The pad on the left is much more than just an X/Y pad controller that can be assigned to different targets. The control panel controls a modeled ball that is nudged in a definable environment. To put it simply, it's like mumbling in a sandbox: a hollow, a hill, the nature of the surface; all of these contribute to the movement of the ball. These movements, jumps and, depending on the position, resting states can be assigned to synthesis parameters for modulation.

Modulation & sequencer

In addition to the usual modulation sources such as velocity or polyphonic aftertouch, five LFOs and four envelopes bring the already complex sounds to life. Anything that is not directly assigned or is to modulate more than one target can be animated with additional entries via the modulation links. The polyphonic step sequencer allows the integration of numerous parameters including timing and Gate time, which can be cleverly combined to create polyrhythmic sequences. Recorded controller movements (Motion Sequence) do not have to run through the entire pattern; they can be played back individually shortened as a loop for each track. A versatile adjustable arpeggiator acts as a further playing aid.

The module

The module version offers all the features of the push-button models, but as a desktop-compatible 19" rack unit, it takes up very little space. Mounted in the rack, 4 HU must be kept free; no extra space is required for the cables as the connections are recessed in the housing. There are two installation angles on the table, which vary when the rack ears are mounted upside down.