Subtractor is an analog-type polyphonic synthesizer based on subtractive synthesis, the method used in analog synthesizers. This chapter will go through all parameters of each section of Subtractor. In addition to the parameter descriptions, the chapter also includes a few tips and tricks to help you get the most out of the Subtractor synthesizer.
It is recommended that you start with default settings (an "Init Patch") if you intend to follow the examples in this chapter, unless otherwise is stated. An Init Patch is created by selecting "Initialize Patch" from the Edit menu. If you wish to keep the current settings, save them before initializing.
The Subtractor has the following basic features:
You can set the number of voices for each Patch.
A combination of a multimode filter and a second, linkable, lowpass filter allows for complex filtering effects.
Two Oscillators, each with 32 waveforms.
Oscillator Phase Offset Modulation.
This is an unique Subtractor feature that generates waveform variations.
Two Low Frequency Oscillators (LFO:s)
Extensive CV/Gate Modulation possibilities.
Loading and saving Patches is described in the chapter "Working with Patches" in the Getting Started book.