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Note: Within the parameter description sections, you will often find information about
the use of parameters as modulation targets or sources. This underlines one of the ES2’s
greatest strengths—namely, the vast modulation possibilities it offers. It is recommended
that you read through the chapter, and return to these “modulation information sections
(see below) when, and if, you need to refer to them. Descriptions on the use of all
modulation and control options, including reference tables, are covered in Working with
Modulation in the ES2.
Getting to Know the ES2 interface
Before you take a look at the individual parameters and functions of the ES2, this section
will familiarize you with the various elements of the ES2’s graphical interface, which is
broken down into the following main areas.
Random parameters
Oscillator section
Click here to display the
Vector Envelope.
Macro Sound
parameters
Effect section
Global parameters
Filter section
Amplifier parameters
Planar Pad
Modulation controls and
parameters
Global parameters
Modulation router
Oscillator section: The oscillator parameters are shown at the upper left of the
ES2 interface. The Triangle is used to set the mix relationships between the three
oscillators. See Using the ES2 Oscillators.
Global parameters: A number of related global parameters that directly influence the
overall output of the ES2—such as Tune—are found to the left of the oscillators, and
above the amplifier and filter parameters. See Using the ES2’s Global Parameters.
Filter section: The circular Filter area, including the Drive and Filter FM parameters. See
Using the ES2 Filters.
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