SOMA Pulsar-23, Manual

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Pulsar-23 has four primary sound generators
for each of the four synth voices. These are
designed to suit the characteristics of bass
drum, melodic bass, snare drum and high hat.
The configuration and settings can however go
beyond just the percussive replication of these
sounds for example to create drone engines.
While these are the main sound sources it is
important to recognise that other functions can
be manipulated and patched to generate sound
too. For example the LFO which traditionally is
used below sonic levels can be used as an
audio oscillator. There is also a noise feature
located
within the looper reset section.
Remember that the Pulsar-23 has no hard
rules between CV control and Audio patching.
Freedom to create and experiment in the
discovery of sound source elements, even
where they may appear less obvious is
encouraged. Remember a core principle of
Pulsar-23 is that control functions can generate
sound and audio functions can be used as
controls, all when patched with the right setup.
Each of the primary generator modules has its
own set of parameters and controls to make the
sound and to shape it to personal taste. The
synthesis features differ significantly between
modules, where each is unique. There are some
common features, that operate in the same way.
These include volume, envelope attack and
release and loop recorder. The modules can be
triggered manually using the module ADD
buttons or by using clock patching. They can also
be recorded and controlled using the looper
recorder. Multiple patch points allow for an
expansive range of modulation and routing
options. This section concentrates on the four
primary sound sources, their features and
controls as well as some basic patching topics.
Sound Generators
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