Surface
Surface is a multi-timbral physical modeling voice capable of emulating the sonic qualities of acoustic instruments or morphing into otherworldly synthetic textures. Physical models contain plucked strings, prepared piano, and an assortment of melodic percussion, with up to 8 voices of polyphony. Creating a sense of space is easy with the true stereo outputs and configurable spatialization modes.
Surface provides a unique take on physical modeling which blurs the line between emulation and synthesis to create entirely new worlds of sound.
Multi-timbral Physical Modeling Voice
Various sound models: plucked strings, prepared piano, tuned percussion, and waveguides
8 Voice Polyphony
True stereo outputs with unique spatialization modes
Tech Specs
Width: 10HP
Depth: 28mm
Power: 60 mA +12V, 60 mA -12V, 0 mA +5V
“For such a reasonably small module, Surface has plenty of sonic and musical potential, plus a crisp sound quality and unrivalled stability.”
“I found sequencing the model selection whilst playing melodies produced some fascinating passages that sounded like three or four instruments playing at once. This kind of experimentation is what modular systems are all about.”