Modal Electronics CARBON8M 8-Voice Experimental Desktop Synthesizer Module

CARBON8M

CARBON8M introduces radical new ways to create, experiment with and perform next-generation synth sounds. CARBON8M’s sound engine, twice as complex as in our acclaimed ARGON8 and COBALT8 series, embeds complex waveform algorithms and wavetables into an 8-voice superior synth engine with outstanding filter technology and exciting LFO capabilities.

To complement the innovative CARBON8M sound generation, we added unparalleled modulation options, an inspiring real-time / step sequencer, the energising arpeggiator, MPE, studio-quality effects and MODALapp integration. The compact form factor of CARBON8M makes it versatile, allowing you to place it directly on your desktop or mount it into a 19” rack using the included rackmount brackets. CARBON8M is the ideal synth for everyone who wants to leave everyday synth experiences and endeavor the raw and exciting world of contemporary sound dimensions.

Play next-generation digital synth sounds using CARBON8M’s Experimental Digital Synthesis, tailored to develop a new sonic palette for every contemporary music genre

Create your own signature sounds by harnessing the power of CARBON8M’s unique waveform architecture with more than 40 complex, sophisticated algorithms and Modal’s incredible Filter section
Bring performance to a new level with MPE support, the integrated 512-note Realtime/Step Sequencer, 32-step programmable Arpeggiator and powerful Animation Lanes

Use the included rack brackets to mount CARBON8M into a 19” rack or use the synth on your producer desktop thanks to it sleek tabletop design

Integrate CARBON8M into your production and live performances with the full-size MIDI connections and the 3.5mm Sync Ins and Outs

Access all synthesiser functions and update CARBON8M via the free MODALapp, available on macOS, Windows, iOS, iPadOS, Android and AU/VST3

Raw and Bold Sound Sources

CARBON8M provides two Oscillators with 56 Cores each. They generate 18 unique high-resolution algorithms or 38 wavetables for exceptional sounds that range from aggressive and bold to ear-pleasing soft and lush tones. Each patch can contain a combination of any two algorithms or wavetables. Only one parameter is required to contour sonic sweet spots for further sound explorations and shaping.

Mangle and Tweak

The XCore provides a wide range of exciting and sophisticated Oscillator Modifiers, such as Phase Distortion, Wavefolding, and Wave-Shaping, allowing sculpting characterful sound variations for new, innovative synth sounds to be dialled in to taste.

For Filter Gourmets

The massive filter section of CARBON8M contains a wide selection of 34 different filter types. The available collection includes reminiscences of vintage filter models and modern Modal filter adaptations to carve or boost the crucial frequencies in your patch. Some models also offer drive and morph parameters to rough up the spectral spectrum or mangle sound in the most peculiar and spectacular ways.

Reshape and Modulate

Three LFOs with variable pulses width LFOs, variable slope triangles, dual rate ramps and more highlight CARBON8M’s modulation section. Three Envelope Generators allow detailed editing to modulate pitch, filter and amp. Twelve modulation routes offer various ways to mangle the audio shapes and outputs.

Bring in some movement

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 Rack?

The CARBON8M’s robust steel and aluminum casing highlights its professional-grade design. Its compact desktop form factor fits seamlessly onto any producer’s workspace, while the included brackets make it easy to mount in a studio or live performance rack. For intuitive control, the CARBON8M is equipped with 13 switched encoders, 13 encoders, 9 buttons, and an X/Y joystick for pitch and modulation. Additionally, MPE support unlocks innovative creative possibilities for advanced performers.

Studio-grade FX included

Polish your sounds with the onboard stereo effects engine. CARBON8M 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

CARBON8M has all the physical connections required to embed the instrument in any studio, production or live performance environment. Control the synth using USB, monitor with headphones or 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 CARBON8 devices, the number of voices is easily doubled to 16.

Access all Areas

There is plenty of room to store patches, effects and sequence creations. Out of the box, 300 of the total 500 patches are filled with factory patch banks, carefully programmed by some of the most accomplished sound designers in the world. One hundred customised effects configurations and sequences can be stored as well to be applied to any sound while performing.