User`s guide

10—Effect Modulation
ENSONIQ DP/Pro Reference Manual 1
10—Effect Modulation
R e al- Tim e Ef f e c t Modulat ion
Every parameter of every algorithm (see Chapter 6) and every ESP mixer parameter (see Chapter 8)
can be manipulated in real time, providing for exceptionally dynamic effects. There are numerous way
to modulate parameters in real time:
• The DP/Pro contains two virtual Tweak knob controllers that allow real-time front-panel control
of effects; the Tweak knobs can also transmit MIDI data from the DP/Pro for recording in—and
eventual playback from—an external MIDI sequencer.
• The DP/Pro offers two special Mod LFOs that can automate a cyclical modulation of parameter
values.
• The DP/Pro supports the use of a stereo foot switch—such as the ENSONIQ SW-10—that can be
used as a parameter modulator.
• MIDI control data transmitted to the DP/Pro can alter parameter settings.
In any effect, ESP-A can support four separate real-time modulation tasks at a time, and ESP-B can
support four of its own.
Each type of modulator has its own characteristics and offers its own modulation opportunities—these
differences are discussed in “Getting to Know the DP/Pro Modulators” later in this chapter.
Ove r vie w of Se t t ing U p Re al- Tim e M odulat ion
There are two aspects to any effect modulation: the modulator, or modulation source, and the target
parameter whose setting is to be modulated. The DP/Pro also provides the ability to modulate a
parameter’s setting in different ways. The process of setting up modulation, then, includes three basic
tasks:
• First, choose and configure a modulation source.
• Second, choose the destination for the modulation—the parameter to be manipulated.
• Third, choose the method the manipulation will employ, and the limits you’d like to impose on
the manipulation.
Each ESP offers four complete sets of modulation parameters, numbered 1 through 4. All of these
parameters are accessed by pressing the appropriate Mod button for the ESP containing the parameter
you want to modulate—either the Mod A button or the Mod B button.
Routing
Algo B Params B Mod B Bypass B
Algo A Params A Mod A Bypass A
Edit
All of the modulation parameters are set by:
• pressing the Mod A or Mod B button.
• pressing the Next or Previous Page buttons until the parameter is displayed.
• using the Value knob to set the parameter as desired.
Tip: When you’ve altered a parameter’s value, you can press the Cancel button to undo your
edit. You can also double-click the Cancel button to quickly set a parameter to its default
value.