Modal COBALT8M 8-Voice Virtual Analog Synthesizer Module with Advanced Filters

The Modal COBALT8M 8-Voice Virtual Analog Synthesizer Module with Advanced Filters delivers rich, expressive sound design possibilities with two independent oscillator groups featuring up to 4 oscillators each. These generate not only powerful virtual-analogue tones but also offer 40 unique complex algorithms like Sync, Ring Modulation, Waveform Morphing, and more to expand creative potential for modern synth sounds. Each algorithm includes a simple-to-use pair of controls tailored to its character, giving musicians the flexibility of traditionally complex modulation processes in an intuitive and spontaneous way.

Filter Extravaganza

COBALT8M’s filter section contains a wide selection of over 30 different filter types to tastefully tailor the sonic content of the algorithms mix. Our advanced morphable 2-Pole-State Variable Filters and 4-Pole Ladder Filters provide incredible flexibility for unconventional as well as classic synth sounds. Various Lowpass, Bandpass and Highpass Ladder Filters with drive, combinations of traditional filter types with Notch characteristics, and much more unlock even more classic tones and expand COBALT8M’s experimental capabilities with the more complex filter outputs to create sounds that no one could imagine before.

Shape your Sound

Three flexible audio-rate (2 x polyphonic) LFOs can be routed to a massive amount of destinations using the modulation matrix and sync to internal or external tempo. Three dedicated envelopes for the filter, amp and modulation allow excessive control over dynamics and expression. Switchable envelope types provide greater options to tailor the envelopes for specific sound purposes. COBALT8M’s sophisticated 12-slot modulation matrix supports easy assignments of complex modulation routes to keep the sound evolving. Four common modulation routings are pre-set here to free up space for more exciting ideas.

Next-generation Sequencer and Arp

The integrated 512-note Realtime / Step Sequencer with four powerful Animation Lanes invites you to compose massive and complex melodic patterns. The polyphonic step sequencer mode enables easy step input for note and animation values. Multiple sequencer trigger modes, coupled with the powerful onboard arpeggiator (programmable up to 32 steps) and features such as Chord Hold, Inversions, Transpose, and Sustain Latch, unleash powerful moving patterns for live and studio performances.

Desktop or 19" Rack

COBALT8M’s rugged steel and aluminium enclosure underlines the synth’s professional approach. The desktop design fits on every producer’s table, and Included brackets help to mount COBALT8M into a live or studio rack. For direct access of the parameters, COBALT8M features 13 switched encoders, 13 encoders, 9 buttons and an X/Y joystick for pitch or modulation. MPE support offers new ways of creative expression for sophisticated performers.

Studio-grade FX included

Polish your sounds with the onboard stereo effects engine. COBALT8M comes with a 3-slot FX engine with in-depth FX programming. To round up your synth tone, 26 studio-grade FX algorithms add character and depth, including rich Reverbs, warm Chorus effects, swirling Phasers and Flangers, Tremolo, LoFi, Rotary, wide Delays, Equaliser, Compressor and more.

Looking to connect

Set to be played in any synth environment, COBALT8M comes with all physical connections required. Control the synth using USB, monitor with headphones or using the dedicated line outputs, sync with external gear using the full-size MIDI in and out or the 3.5 mm Sync in or outputs and take control of your sound using the built-in Sustain and Expression inputs. By poly-chaining any two COBALT8 devices, the amount of voices is easily doubled to 16 voices and 128 oscillators.

Product Specifications:

Polyphony: 8 Voices

Presets: 500 user, 300 factory

Oscillators: 8 x VCO per voice

Waveforms: Sine, Triangle, Saw, Pulse

LFO: 3 x LFO (polyphonic/global mode)

Filter: 4-pole Ladder Filter

Other Controllers: Assignable Joystick

Envelope Generator: 3 x EG (attack, decay, sustain, release)

Arpeggiator: Yes

Sequencer: Real-time 512-note

Analog Inputs: 1 x 1/8" TRS (audio input)

Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" TS (L/mono, R)

Headphones: 1 x 1/4" TRS

MIDI I/O: In/Out/USB, MIDI Polyphonic Expression

Other I/O: 2 x 1/8" TS (clock sync)

Pedal Inputs: 1 x 1/4" TRS (expression), 1 x 1/4" TS (sustain)

USB: 1 x Type B

OS Requirements - Mac: OS X 10.10 or later, iOS 12 later

OS Requirements - PC: Windows 8 or later, Android 6.0 or later

Power Supply: 9V DC power supply (included)

Effects Types: 100 FX presets (chorus, phaser, flanger, tremolo, lo-fi, rotary, delay, reverb)

Shipping Weight: 5 lbs.

Shipping Dimensions: 18 x 8 x 5"