Waldorf QUANTUM, Quick Start Manual

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A Short Overview
24 Quantum Quickstart
Loading & Editing Samples
As you may know, the Quantum can play back samples via
the Particle generator or as an exciter for the Resonator.
Out of the box the Quantum is delivered with a bunch of
audio samples, but you can also use your own samples to
create interesting sounds.
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Quantum is capable of loading WAV and AIFF/AIFC
samples with bit rates from 8 to 32 (including floa-
ting point format) and all sample rates. We recom-
mend using 44.1 kHz as the sample rate, otherwise
you have to use the Pitch parameter to set the samp-
le pitch accordingly. Sample loops are also recogni-
zed by Quantum.
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Stereo samples are supported, but you can also use
mono samples and multichannel files. In the latter
case, only channels 1 and 2 are used.
There are three ways to load/import samples for further
usage:
•
Factory samples : you can load and edit all of the fac-
tory samples. This is the easiest way to start exploring
the sample capabilities of your Quantum.
•
Import own audio samples : you can import your own
samples from a connected SD card and load them in the
Quantum’s Flash memory. Here the samples are stored
permanently and can be used for loading and further
editing.
•
Record own audio samples : you can use the Audio
Recorder on the Global page to record samples via the
external audio input or they can be resampled via the
Main/Aux outputs. Recordings are stored in the Quan-
tum’s Flash memory. Here they can be used for loading
and further editing.
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Here is how to import samples from a SD card:
Navigate to the corresponding
Timbre tab of the
Resonator or Particale generator. Tab on the
Actions pop-up menu and select Import . This lets
you import samples from a connected SD card.