Modal electronics Argon8 (37 keys)

Description

Based on the legacy of our legendary OO series synthesizers, ARGON8 is a modern wavetable synthesizer for artists, producers, and sound designers. With its rich, transparent sound, a host of real-time controls, MPE support, a clearly structured user interface, and integrated performance tools, the ARGON8 is a unique instrument, designed to deliver an unrivaled listening experience.
ARGON8's sophisticated wavetable synthesizer engine generates thousands of different sound combinations with its seamless waveform morphing function. Explore evolving ambient textures, classic pads and modern chords, brutal basses, dark drones and psychedelic noise textures: ARGON8 is a true sound designer's playground. Process and modulate waves using the 32 static wavetable modifiers and unlock further wavetable variations. With ARGON8, practically any sonic imagination comes to life.
Four editable filter types offer classic and contemporary options for shaping sounds. Two flexible audio-rate LFOs (1x polyphonic) can be routed to a huge number of destinations using the modulation matrix and synced to internal or external tempo. Three dedicated envelopes for filter, amp, and modulation provide extensive control over dynamics and expression. ARGON8's sophisticated 12-slot modulation matrix allows you to easily assign complex modulation paths to keep your sound evolving.
Take your performance to a new level with the integrated 512-note (or real-time) sequencer with 4 powerful animation tracks, infusing massive and complex transitions into the sound in a way that LFOs and envelopes simply don't. The 64-note step sequencer's polyphonic mode makes it easy to enter note values and animation to create exciting melodic patterns.

The sequencer's multiple trigger modes, along with the powerful built-in arpeggiator (programmable up to 32 steps) and performance features like Chord Hold, Inversions, Transpose, Sustain Latch, and Joystick make the ARGON8 wavetable synthesizer a dream to play for artists and musicians.
ARGON8's professional approach to the serious performer finds its perfect expression in the robust steel and aluminum chassis and the 37-note full-size FATAR TP/9S keybed. The keys support channel aftertouch and offer a smooth action to express powerful performances. For direct parameter access, the ARGON8 features 29 infinite knobs, 24 buttons, and an X/Y joystick for pitch and modulation.
Completely reshape your sounds with the built-in stereo effects engine. ARGON8's 3-slot effects engine allows for in-depth programming and can combine up to 12 effects algorithms to add character and depth to your sound, including Distortion (waveshaping overdrive), Chorus, Phaser, Flanger (Pos), Flanger (Neg), Tremolo, LoFi, Rotary, Stereo Delay, Ping-Pong Delay, X-Over Delay, and Reverb.
With a wide range of connections, ARGON8 is at home in any environment. Control the synthesizer via USB, monitor with headphones or using the dedicated line outputs, sync with external equipment using the full-size MIDI inputs and outputs or 3.5mm sync inputs or outputs, and take control of your sound using the integrated sustain and expression inputs. You can expand the sound of the ARGON8 by chaining any two ARGON8 units for 16 voices and 64 oscillators.
The free MODALapp brings the convenience of on-screen editing to your computer or mobile device. Available as a standalone app for macOS, Windows, iOS, iPadOS or Android systems and in VST3 and AU plug-in formats, it is the perfect companion for synth enthusiasts who want to delve into all sound shaping and performance parameters to create their signature sounds and to back up and manage patches and sequences.

SPECIFICATIONS
Polyphony: 8 voices
MPE: Supports MPE-compatible MIDI controllers, allowing the application of polyphonic control and expression to individual notes
Oscillators: 32 high-resolution wavetable oscillators, 4 per voice
Filter: 2-pole state variable, 4 filter types: 'Standard' filters are based on the resonant filter found on other modal synths and 'classic' with a more rounded character and smoother resonance response.
Modulation: 3 dedicated envelope generators for AMP, MOD and FILTER that can be accessed independently or all three simultaneously, including negative (inverse) versions and multiple envelope curve options

2 audio-rate LFOs with tempo sync (one polyphonic and one global). Polyphonic LFO can be synced to frequency divisions

8 assignable mod slots and 4 additional fixed mod paths for common assignments with 11 mod sources and 52 mod destinations
Sequencer and Arpeggiator: Real-time polyphonic sequencer with 512 notes and four recordable/editable parameter animations (delay effects, LFOs, sequencer and arpeggiator can be synced internally or externally)

Polyphonic step sequencer with 64 steps, 8 notes per step, 4 parameter-lock style animation lanes, step input mode, multiple playback modes including gate mode and pause function

Sophisticated built-in arpeggiator programmable at 32 steps with sustain capability up to 2048 steps before repeat
Effects: 3 incredibly powerful, independent and user-configurable stereo FX engines for Chorus, Phaser, Flanger (Pos), Flanger (Neg), Tremolo, LoFi, Rotary, Stereo Delay, Ping-Pong Delay, X-Over Delay and Reverb, which can be arranged in any order
User Memory: 500 patch memories, all fully editable and supplied with 300 factory programs
100 sequencer presets that can be linked to any patch for quick loading of arrangements
100 FX presets
8 quick recall slots accessible from the panel to quickly load your favorite patches

Premium 37-key FATAR keyboard with velocity and channel aftertouch

29 infinite encoders, 24 buttons

4-axis joystick that can be assigned to a wide range of mod destinations and virtually 'locked' when desired
Inputs and Outputs:
Dual-mono 6.35 mm / 1/4″ TS line outputs
6.35 mm / 1/4″ TRS headphone output
3.5 mm / 1/8″ TRS stereo audio input
MIDI DIN input and output
3.5 mm / 1/8″ TS analog clock sync input and output
MIDI over class compliant USB connection
6.35 mm / 1/4″ TRS expression pedal input
6.35 mm / 1/4″ TS sustain pedal input

Power: DC-9.0V - 1.5A center positive
Editing software: Free MODALapp software editor available for macOS, Windows, iOS and Android or AU/VST

Dimensions (W x D x H): 555 x 300 x 100 mm / 21.9″ x 11.8″ x 4″
Weight: 5.60 kg