Modal electronics CARBON 8X
The Modal Electronics CARBON8X is a next-generation polyphonic digital synthesizer designed for musicians, producers, and sound designers seeking innovative sonic textures. Featuring a powerful, proprietary synthesis engine, it combines advanced digital algorithms, wavetables, deep modulation, and expressive control to push the boundaries of sound creation. Its 61-note FATAR keyboard with aftertouch, built-in studio-quality effects, and MPE compatibility make it an instrument that performs equally well in the studio and on stage.
Key Features
Advanced digital synthesis with proprietary Core / XCore architecture
8-voice polyphony with 2 high-resolution oscillators per voice
56 Core waveforms per oscillator (18 algorithms + 38 wavetables)
34 resonant filter types
3 ADSR envelopes and 3 audio-rate LFOs
Real-time / step polyphonic sequencer
Programmable 32-step arpeggiator
MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) compatibility
3 stereo effects engines with 26 algorithms
61-note FATAR TP9/S keyboard with velocity and aftertouch
MODALapp software included (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android)
Type: Polyphonic digital synthesizer
Polyphony: 8 voices
Oscillators: 2 digital oscillators per voice
Total oscillators: 16
56 Core waveforms per oscillator
18 digital algorithms
38 wavetables
XCore engine featuring:
Wave Shaping
Wave Folding
Phase Distortion
Cross-Modulation
Vintage and Oscillator Drift parameters
Oscillator Free Run
Filters
34 resonant filter types
Morphable and static filters
Drive and Resonance control
Advanced keyboard tracking modes
Modulation
3 dedicated ADSR envelopes (Amp, Filter, Mod)
3 tempo-syncable audio-rate LFOs
Over 15 LFO waveforms
8 assignable modulation slots
12 modulation sources
55 modulation destinations
Sequencer & Arpeggiator
Real-time polyphonic sequencer
Up to 512 notes
4 parameter automation tracks
64-step sequencer
Up to 8 notes per step
32-step programmable arpeggiator
Rest function and multiple playback modes
Effects
3 independent stereo effect engines
26 algorithms:
Reverb
Delay
Ping-Pong Delay
Chorus
Phaser
Flanger
Tremolo
Rotary
LoFi
Drive
and more
Memory
500 user slots
300 factory presets
100 sequencer presets
100 FX presets
8 Quick Recall slots
Keyboard & Control
FATAR TP9/S keyboard
61 keys
Velocity-sensitive
Channel aftertouch
Assignable 4-axis joystick
29 endless encoders
24 dedicated buttons
Mono, Poly, Unison, and Stack modes
Connectivity
L/R 6.35mm (1/4") jack audio outputs
6.35mm (1/4") jack headphone output
3.5mm mini-jack stereo audio input MIDI In/Out (DIN)
USB MIDI
Clock Sync In/Out
Expression pedal input
Sustain pedal input
MPE compatible
Software
MODALapp included
Full sound editing
Preset management
DAW integration
Compatible with Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
Construction
Aluminum and steel chassis
OLED display
Dimensions: 885 × 300 × 100 mm
Weight: 9 kg
Power supply: 9V DC / 1.5 A
Box contents
Modal Electronics CARBON8X
Power adapter
User documentation
Ref. Euroguitar : 121829
