Jomox Mod FM 8 Voice 4 OP FM Synth User Guide

June 15, 2024
JOMOX

Jomox Mod FM 8 Voice 4 OP FM Synth

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Product Information

Specifications:

  • Model: Analog Bass 1 012
  • Mode: Single / Multi
  • MIDI: Yes
  • Reverb: Yes
  • Delay: Yes
  • Display: Left-hand display, Right-hand display
  • Audio outs: Yes
  • CV/Gate inputs: Yes

Product Usage Instructions

Menu Overview:
The menu consists of various options and settings for the Analog Bass 1 012. The menu can be accessed using the menu buttons.

Single Mode:
In single mode, you can select and edit individual sounds. Use the cursor buttons to navigate through the available sounds. Press the “< >” buttons to select a sound.

Multi-Mode:
In multi-mode, you can create and edit multi-layered sounds. Use the cursor buttons to navigate through the available layers. Press the “< >” buttons to select a layer.

MIDI Setup:
The MIDI setup options allow you to configure the MIDI settings for the Analog Bass 1 012. You can set the MIDI input channel, MIDI output channel, and other MIDI-related parameters.

Reverb:
The reverb feature allows you to add reverb effects to your sounds. You can adjust parameters such as level, size, low-pass filter, and high-pass filter.

Delay:
The delay feature allows you to add delay effects to your sounds. You can adjust parameters such as tempo, level, sync, and feedback.

Store:
The store function allows you to save your edited sounds to a specific location. Use the name edit function to enter a name for your sound. Press the right “>” button to store the sound or the left “<” button to cancel.

Edit Name:

  • The edit name function allows you to change the name of a sound.
  • Use the right “>” button to move the cursor and edit the name.
  • Use the left “<” button to cancel.

Change MIDI In Channel:
You can change the MIDI input channel for the Analog Bass 1 012. Use the menu buttons to navigate to the MIDI setup options. Select “RxCh” and use the knob to change the MIDI input channel.

Change Presets:
You can change presets on the Analog Bass 1 012. Use the menu buttons to navigate to the preset options. Use the cursor buttons to select a preset and press the “< >” buttons to change presets.

Matrix:
The matrix knobs allow you to edit various parameters and settings. Use the matrix knobs to select different functions and adjust their values.

LFO:
The LFO (Low-Frequency Oscillator) allows you to modulate parameters with a low-frequency signal. You can adjust parameters such as frequency, mix, and waveform.

Filter:
The filter section allows you to shape the sound by adjusting parameters such as cutoff, resonance, amplitude, and more.

Editing Parameters:
You can edit parameters using the parameter knobs. The left display shows the current parameter value, and the right display shows additional information or options. Use the parameter knobs to change the value of the selected parameter.

Matrix Menu (Selection of Functions):
The matrix menu allows you to select various functions and settings. Each function is assigned to a specific knob or button. Use the knobs or buttons to access and adjust the corresponding parameters.

FAQ

  • Q: How do I change the MIDI output channel?
    A: Use the menu buttons to navigate to the MIDI setup options. Select “TxCh” and use the knob to change the MIDI output channel.

  • Q: Can I use external control for operator envelopes?
    A: Yes, you can use the sockets and menu buttons for external control of operator envelopes. Refer to the user manual for more information on how to set it up.

  • Q: How do I calibrate the input for FM modulation?
    A: Remove FM cables and press the “SET FM” button to calibrate the input for FM modulation.

  • Use Menue buttons and < / > Cursor to open/change Menue pages.
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Change MIDI In Chnl

  • Hit Midi menu button
  • Select MIDI In Chnl with Para 1 knob.

Change Presets

  • Use / Cursor every time to change the current preset.

Panel Overview

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Editing Parameters

Example left Display

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Sometimes both “Para”- and “Matrix” knobs are used to access parameters shown in the two displays.

Example right Display

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Matrix Menue Selection of Functions

Controls the FM engine

Display Content Value Knob/Button Function
C1/M1 to C4/M4 000 – 127 OP1 / OP 2 / OP 3 / OP4 Operator Pitch
  000 – 127 Amt XY (12x) Operator Mod Depth
TUN 000 – 127 Para 1 Tuning entire FM Engine
OVT 0 – 6 Para 2 Overtone Mode
AL 00 – 26 Para 3 Algorithm
VOL 000 – 127 Para 4 Volume entire FM Engine

Algorithm Menue Selection of Functions

Selects FM Algorithm

Algorithm 2:

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Depending on which operator modulation paths are used by the particular algorithm, only some specific of the 12 Amt XY knobs are active.

Operator Envelopes Selection of Functions

Each of the four operators provides a pair of ADSR envelope generators. One controls the volume curve, the other the pitch curve of its operator.

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Filter/VCA Menue Selection of Functions

Controls filter, filter envelope and VCA envelope as well as modulation dephts of both.

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Display Content Value Knob/Button Function
CU 000 – 127 Matrix Knob 1 / Row 1 Cutoff Frequency
RS 000 – 127 Matrix Knob 2 / Row 1 Resonance
AM 000 – 127 Matrix Knob 3 / Row 1 Envelope Amount
TK 000 – 127 Matrix Knob 4 / Row 1 Keyboard Tracking
Filter Envelope Graphic Graphic Matrix Knobs 1 – 4 / Row 2 Filter Envelope

Shape (ADSR)
Volume Envelope Graphic| Graphic| Matrix Knobs 1 – 4 / Row 3| Volume Envelope Shape (ADSR)

FX Menue Selection of Functions

Controls on-board reverb effect and two delay effects via Para 1-4 knobs.

Reverb

Display Content Value Knob Function
LEV 000 – 127 Para 1 Level Reverb Signal
SIZ 000 – 127 Para 2 Reverb Decay Time
LP 000 – 127 Para 3 Hi Cut
HP 000 – 127 Para 4 Lo Cut

Delay 1, 2

Display Content Value Knob Function
LEV 000 – 127 Para 1 Level Delay Signal
DLY/128/1/2 000 – 127/1/2 – 1/64T Para 2 Delay Time
SLO/SYN SLO/MED/FAST/SYN Para 3 Delay Time Range/MIDI Sync
FBK 000 – 127 Para 4 Delay Feedback

Random and Reset Functions

  • Randomise FM Matrix
    • Enter the Matrix menu (Matrix button).
    • Press and hold the < Cursor button for at least 3 seconds.
  • Initialise FM Matrix
    • Enter the Matrix menu (Matrix button).
    • Press and hold the Matrix button for at least 3 seconds.
  • Randomise Filter
    • Enter the Filter menu (Filter button).
    • Press and hold the < Cursor button for at least 3 seconds.
  • Initialise Single Preset
    • Press and hold the Sing/Mul button for at least 3 seconds.

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