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2. Familiarisation

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Load a preset, then close out the browser in the top right corner and de-select any highlighted panel icons at the top and bottom (Multi, Edit, Effects and Player). This reveals the main Synth Panel and here you can edit your synth sounds. The panel graphics are designed to look like the original synth’s. 2

You’ll see the J-60 layout includes Filter Env, Amplitude Env, LFO, some Oscillator settings and extensive Filter options. The editable parameters are based on Syntronik 2’s own synth engine, so despite the Roland styling, many of these options cannot be found on the original synth. 3

As an example, try the various filter types. You’ll see as you click through the options that the parameter sliders switch function accordingly. To help with auditioning, use the icon on the bottom left to fold open the on-screen keyboard. 4

Syntronik 2 CS is a four-part synth that allows you to combine up to four presets with corresponding velocity layers and note splits. However, with no MIDI channel option, this is not a traditional multitimbral design. You’ll find icons for the Multi Panel and each part (A, B, C and D) at the top left. 5

Syntronik 2 CS does not include a library of Multis, which is a bit of a shame. However, you can save any Multi you create. You’ll find the Multi list and save options on the top left above the part headers. Here you can also initialise the Multi if you want to start from scratch. 6

Syntronik 2 CS includes a large choice of onboard effects. You get five effects slots per preset and 71 effects to choose from. To access the Effects Panel, click on the Effects icon at the bottom. Use each module’s drop-down menu to load the desired effects. Modules can be reordered by drag and drop.

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To access the onboard arpeggiator and monophonic sequencer features click on the Player Panel icon at the bottom. You have up to 32 steps with a scrollable display, large visible velocity and note-length bars and a multitude of presets should you need them. Each Multi part has its own Player settings.

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Accessed via the Edit icon at the bottom, the Edit Panel is a new addition and is available for the latest Syntronik 2 presets. It allows much deeper editing of the underlying sound generation. With real time visual feedback, extensive editable modulation and access to four oscillators and two sub oscillators there’s lots to keep you busy.

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Finally, to make MIDI CC and DAW automation assignments right click on the desired parameter control. Here you’ll find the Learn option as well as a list view of existing assignments where you can also adjust the required parameter range.