User Manual
Program Edit Mode
The Wiring Algorithm (ALG) Page
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Hold Until Decay
When on, this parameter causes all notes in the layer to sustain through all three attack
segments in their amplitude envelopes even if the notes have been released. Looped
amplitude envelopes will not loop, however, if the notes are released before reaching the end
of the nal attack segment. Notes will go into their normal releases if they are released after
the envelope has looped. When set to O, notes will release as soon as a Note O message is
generated.
The Wiring Algorithm (ALG) Page
Press the ALG soft button to call up the Wiring Algorithm (ALG) page. e top line of
the display gives you the usual mode reminder, and tells you which layer you’re looking at,
as well as how many layers are in the current program. You can view the ALG pages of any
other layers in the program by using the Channel/Zone buttons.
e basic denition: an algorithm is the “wiring” (signal path) of a sample to the audio
outputs, through a series of digital signal processing (DSP) functions that you select. e
Forte’s algorithms are the core of Variable Architecture Synthesis Technology. e DSP
functions are synthesis tools (lters, oscillators, etc). that you assign to the various stages of
the algorithm. e DSP functions you choose determine the type of synthesis you use.
e central portion of the page shows the algorithm for the currently selected layer. You see
the number of the algorithm and a graphic representation of the signal path, as well as the
currently selected DSP functions within the signal path.
To use a dierent algorithm, select the Algorithm parameter and use any data entry method
to select a dierent one. To change the DSP function within an algorithm, move the cursor
to the block you want to change, then use the Alpha Wheel or Previous-/Next+ buttons.
ere’s a staggering number of combinations of algorithms and DSP functions alone, not to
mention the numerous controls that can be used to modify the DSP functions.