Modal Electronics Cobalt8 37-key Virtual Analogue Synthesizer

It seems like you’re describing the features and specifications of the COBALT8, an 8-voice extended virtual-analogue synthesizer by Modal. This synthesizer offers a range of innovative features that combine traditional analogue-style sounds with modern technology. Here’s a breakdown of the key features and specifications:

Key Features:

• Extended Virtual-Analogue Synthesis: Combines traditional analogue-style synthesis with modern features.
• Unique Waveform Architecture: 34 complex algorithms for oscillator modulation, including Sync, Ring Modulation, Waveform Morphing, and more.
• Morphable 4-Pole Ladder Filter: A self-oscillating filter with four switchable configurations for creating various textures.
• MPE Support: Supports MPE-compatible MIDI controllers for expressive polyphonic control.
  Realtime/Step Sequencer: 512-note sequencer with animation lanes for complex melodic patterns.
• Arpeggiator: Programmable up to 32 steps, with chord hold, inversions, transpose, and other performance features.
• Premium FATAR 37-note Keyboard: Full-size key bed with aftertouch for expressive playing.
• FX Engine: Three independent stereo FX engines with 11 FX algorithms, including chorus, phaser, delay, and reverb.
• Physical Connections: Full-size MIDI in and out, 3.5mm sync ins/outs, USB, audio inputs/outputs, sustain/expression pedal inputs.
• Poly-Chaining: Can be poly-chained with another COBALT8 to double the voices and oscillators.
• Patch Storage: 500 patch memories, 100 sequencer presets, 100 FX presets, 8 quick recall slots.
• MODALapp: Free software editor for deep sound programming, available on various platforms.

Specifications:

• Polyphony: 8-voice true polyphonic.
• Oscillators: 64 high-resolution virtual-analogue oscillators, up to 8 per voice, with various waveform options and modulation techniques.
• Filter: 4-Pole Morphable Ladder Filter with Resonance and switchable configurations.
• Controls and Performance: Premium 37-key keyboard, encoders, buttons, joystick, multiple keyboard modes.
• Display: 1.54-inch OLED display for visual feedback
• Presets:300 x Factory Programs, 100 x FX Presets
• Waveforms:Sine, Triangle, Pulse, Sawtooth, PWM, Built-in Cross Modulation
• LFO:3 x LFO, Tempo Sync, 7 x Shapes
• Envelope Generator:3 x ADSRD: Amp, Mod, Filter
• Effects Types:3 x Stereo FX Engines ; Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Tremolo, Lo-Fi, Rotary, Stereo Delay, Ping Pong Delay, X-over Delay, Reverb
• Arpeggiator:Programmable 32-step Arpeggiator, Up to 2048 steps before repeat
• Sequencer:Real-time 512-note Sequencer, Polyphonic 64-step Sequencer, 8-notes per step, 4 x Parameter Animations
• Mod Matrix:8 Assignable Slots, 4 Fixed Slots, 12 Sources, 55 Destinations

Editor Software:

Free MODALapp software editor available for macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android, with VST3 and AU versions for DAW integration.

Dimensions and Weight:

• Dimensions: 555 x 300 x 100 mm / 21.9″ x 11.8″ x 4″.
• Weight: 5.60 kg / 12.4 lbs.

The COBALT8 appears to offer a wide range of features that cater to both traditional analogue synth enthusiasts and those seeking modern sound exploration capabilities. It’s designed to provide expressive performance options, deep sound shaping, and integration with various setups and platforms through its software editor.

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