Modal Electronics Argon8X Synthesizer

Synthesizer type	keyboard
type of keys	keyboard action
synthesizer inputs	AUX input, line in
synthesizer outputs	line out jack
MIDI & other	MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI over USB
Audio via USB	no
control	sustain (input), expression (input)
Polyphony	8

Synthesizer type	rack module, desktop module
type of keys	not applicable
synthesizer inputs	line in
synthesizer outputs	line out jack
MIDI & other	MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI over USB, CV/gate in, CV/gate out
Audio via USB	no
control	sustain (input), expression (input)
Polyphony	8

Synthesizer type	keyboard
type of keys	keyboard action
synthesizer inputs	line in
synthesizer outputs	line out jack
MIDI & other	MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI over USB, CV/gate in, CV/gate out
Audio via USB	no
control	sustain (input), expression (input), monophonic aftertouch
Polyphony	~

Synthesizer type	keyboard
type of keys	keyboard action
synthesizer inputs	line in
synthesizer outputs	line out jack
MIDI & other	MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI over USB, CV/gate in, CV/gate out
Audio via USB	no
control	sustain (input), expression (input), monophonic aftertouch
Polyphony	~

Modal Electronics Argon8X Synthesizer
Product no: 9000-0059-6968 Bax Music Warranty: This product comes with a 3-year warranty.

General

The Modal Electronics Argon8X is an old-school synth sculptor that bristles with controls. In essence, the guts of this synthesizer operate in pretty much the same way as that of the Argon8 but comes supported by an expanded keyboard and a little control panel space where a tablet or other hunk of gear can comfortably rest. While it's not the only synthesizer with an 8-part polyphony, it's definitely one that can be used to compose expressive chord progressions and melodies and with a small army of buttons and knobs, every sound you shape is potentially unique.

The Many Features of the Modal Electronics Argon8X

The 8-bit polyphony is more than enough for pads and the like while four wavetable-oscillators are provided per voice to conjure fat synth lines. In terms of sound, the Argon8X is ever flexible and is based on 120 wavetables that include both classic and less standard waveforms; an equally extensive filter capable of flowing smoothly from LP to BP to HP; two audio-rate LFOs for more extreme results, and an an amp, mod and filter envelope, all of which are supported by a fitted joystick to steer the sound through a library-sized list of parameters. A comprehensive matrix can be used to couple modulators and parameters while a mouth-watering effects section expands the versatility of this synth even further.

Sequencer and Arpeggiator

Other welcome additions to the ARGON8X include the built-in sequencer and arpeggiator. The immense 512 step real-time sequencer can spit impressive rhythmic soundscapes in little time and the programmable 32 step arpeggiator can generate up to 2048 steps before a repeat even occurs. With 300 factory presets, even the less experienced synthesizer aficionado can get to grips with this sonic machine immediately, and your unique creations can be saved to one of 200 user slots. Another pretty nice bonus is the ability to easily download new patches using the free MODALapp for Mac, PC, iOS and Android.

Tips or comments about this product

Please note: The tablet seen in the images serves illustrative purposes only and is not included.

Specifications

Product features

Sustainable product	not specified
Synthesizer kind	standard
Synthesizer options	extensive
Difficulty level	intermediate
Vintage remake	no
Sound source	virtual analogue
Number of keys	61
Arpeggiator/sequencer	arpeggiator, sequencer
19-inch rack size	not applicable
Synthesizer type	keyboard
Type of keys	keyboard action
Synthesizer inputs	line in
Synthesizer outputs	line out jack
MIDI & other	MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI over USB, CV/gate in, CV/gate out
Audio via USB	no
Control	sustain (input), expression (input), monophonic aftertouch
Polyphony	8

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight (incl. packaging)	10,0 kg
Dimensions (incl. packaging)	95,5 x 36,0 x 14,5 cm

Product specifications

Modal Electronics Argon8X
modelling synthesizer met 8-voice polyphony
keyboard: FATAR TP9/S
61 full-size touch-sensitive keys with aftertouch
durable steel and aluminium housing
120 wave tables (24 banks, 5 sets)
- from virtual analogue classics to modern EDM
- many waveforms originating from the Modal 002
28 static wave table processors
- including De-rez, wave folder, wave shapers, phase shapers, recitifiers
32 hi-res wave table oscillators, 4 per voice
8 types of oscillator modifiers:
- phase mod (FM), ring mod, amp mod, hard sync, windowed sync
1.54-inch OLED display
continuous rotary potmeters for the whole synth
4-axis joystick, assignable and virtual
3 envelope generators for AMP, MOD and FILTER
3 independent and customizable stereo effect engines
- for effects such as delay, reverb, flanger, phaser, chorus
glide / portamento with legato and staccato modi
mod matrix:
- 8 assignable slots plus 4 extra fixed routes
- 11 modulation sources and 52 destinations
2 LFO (poly, global) with tempo synchronisation
32 step arpeggiator (max. 2048 steps before looping)
512 step real time sequencer with input quantization
keyboard modes: Mono, Poly, Unison 2, Unison 4, Unison 8, Stack 2 and Stack 4
all effects, LFO’s, sequencer and arpeggiator can be synchronised internally and externally
500 patch memories (300 factory / 200 user)
free MODALapp voor Mac, PC, iOS en Android
connections:
- Sync IN/OUT: mini stereo jack
- MIDI: I/O, 5-pin DIN
- 6.35 mm mono jack connection for sustain and expression pedals
- audio in: stereo mini-jack (3.5 mm)
- headphones
dimensions: 885 x 300 x 100 mm

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