Modal electronics CARBON 8X

The Modal Electronics CARBON8X is designed for musicians, producers, and sound designers looking for a synthesizer capable of generating modern, versatile, and expressive sounds. Its advanced digital synthesis allows you to create everything from atmospheric textures to powerful bass lines and complex leads. With its 61-note FATAR keyboard featuring aftertouch and MPE compatibility, it offers exceptionally precise control over your playing. It’s an excellent choice for users who want to take their sound design to the next level without compromising on playing comfort.

Features

Powerful and Versatile Digital Synthesis

The Modal Electronics CARBON8X is based on an exclusive Core/XCore synthesis architecture that combines advanced digital algorithms and wavetables. Each voice features two high-resolution oscillators offering 56 different waveforms. This allows you to create classic, experimental, or entirely new sounds with rich harmonics and a distinctive sonic character.

8-voice polyphony for full arrangements

With its 8-voice polyphony, the CARBON8X lets you play complex chords, wide pads, and evolving sequences without note dropout. This capability is particularly valuable for modern electronic productions, soundtracks, or live performances requiring multiple layers of sound.

34 filters for precise sound shaping

The 34 resonant filter models offer a wide range of sonic colors. You can soften a digital sound, emphasize certain frequencies, or completely transform a texture. This flexibility makes it easy to adapt the synthesizer to different musical styles and your mixing preferences.

In-Depth Modulation and Complex Sound Movements

The three ADSR envelopes and three LFOs, operating up to audio frequencies, open up numerous modulation possibilities. You’ll achieve dynamic sounds, organic evolutions, and complex movements that bring more life and personality to your creations.

Built-in sequencer and arpeggiator

The polyphonic real-time or step sequencer lets you quickly build melodic and rhythmic patterns. The 32-step programmable arpeggiator makes it easy to create evolving sequences, ideal for electronic music, live performances, or rapid composition sessions.

Advanced expressive control

The FATAR TP9/S’s 61-note keyboard offers a comfortable and precise playing experience. Velocity, aftertouch, and MPE compatibility allow you to control numerous parameters directly from the keyboard. You gain greater expressiveness and can deliver more natural and nuanced performances.

Built-in Studio Effects

The three built-in stereo effects engines feature 26 different algorithms. Reverb, delay, modulation, and creative processing let you fine-tune your sounds directly from the instrument. You can quickly achieve professional results without always relying on external effects.

Full integration with MODALapp

The included MODALapp software makes it easy to edit, manage, and save presets. Compatible with Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, it provides quick access to all parameters from a computer, tablet, or smartphone to streamline your studio workflow.

What We Like / Good to Know

• A particularly rich digital synthesis architecture for advanced sound design.
• Two oscillators per voice with 56 available waveforms for a wide variety of timbres.
• MPE compatibility, ideal for using next-generation controllers and expressive playing techniques.
• 61-note FATAR keyboard with aftertouch, offering excellent playability for both live performance and studio use.
• Built-in polyphonic sequencer and arpeggiator for quickly developing musical ideas.
• Premium positioning aimed at users seeking extensive programming capabilities.

Who is this product for?

• Sound designers who want to explore complex digital textures and original sounds.
• Electronic music producers looking for a modern synthesizer capable of generating basses, leads, and evolving pads.
• Live keyboardists who need an expressive instrument with a high-quality 61-note keyboard.
• Composers working in film or video games who want access to a wide range of sounds.
• Intermediate and advanced users looking for a high-end digital synthesizer offering excellent sound-design potential.