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The Ring Modulator
The ring modulator functions as its own sound source; its signal can bypass or be sent
into the filter, independent of Oscillators 1 and 2. Its volume can also be regulated.
Please note that both oscillators need to be switched on to use it.
The sound of the ring modulator is largely dependent on both of the oscillators, as it
modulates the output signals of both. Parameter changes, especially the tuning
relationships of each oscillator, have a direct effect on the sound of the ring modulator.
The individual volumes of the oscillators have no effect on the process of ring
modulation.
The ring modulator doesn’t have an On/Off button like the oscillators. It is activated by
clicking directly on the Ring Mod label itself. When switched on, the label is red and
when off, it’s gray.
Note: As the ring modulator needs the signals of both oscillators to produce its output,
the ring modulator is muted when one of the oscillators is switched off. If you want to
hear the ring modulator’s signal in isolation (in order to better judge your settings),
temporarily set the volume of both oscillators to 0.
The slider adjusts the output volume of the ring modulator. Volume can be modulated
by the sources found in the Mod and Via menus. For more information, see
“Modulation” on page 373.
Between the ring modulator and the Filter section you’ll find a signal flow switch that
controls the routing (filter bypass button). Repeated mouse clicks will send the signal
to the filter (filter bypass button turns red), or bypass the filter and send it directly to
the EQ section (filter bypass button remains gray). The direction of the arrow on the
filter bypass button illustrates the routing.
Note: The filter bypass button determines the signal flow. It doesn’t turn the ring
modulator on or off. Use the Ring Mod field for this (see above).