Linplug CrX4 Manuel d'utilisateur

CrX4User ManualCopyright LinPlug Virtual Instruments GmbH, 2012.All rights reserved.

Operation / ControlsThe LinPlug CrX4 dials and sliders are operated in a linear manner, so just move your mouse up/down to modify a control. Holding d

User Interface SectionsThe user interface of the CrX4 is a major overhaul from its predecessor CronoX 3. It has been redesigned in order to make using

GeneratorThe Generator section is located on the upper left of the instrument’s Main There are two controls, which affect both the upper and lower Gen

The Generator ControlsThe upper and lower part in this section are apart from the just mentioned two controls absolutely identical. The respective con

The Volume dial is used to set the output level of the Generator. If the Generator is being used for either AM or FM then this parameter controls the

Time Sampler GeneratorThe Time Sampler Generator is one of the key features of the CrX4. In some ways, the Time Sampler Generator is like a convention

Next is the Sample Name display, which not only indicates the name of the used sample, but also has a color coding: When written in white, the sample

Wavetable GeneratorThe CrX4's Wavetable Generator module uses a sample to generate a wavetable. This Generator works “best” with samples which ar

The Root control enables you to set the unity note of the loaded sample. If, for example, you set Center to C2 and play a C3 the sample will be played

which is looped. These three parameters can also be adjusted in the Waveform Display window allowing you to actually see these parameters right on the

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Settings in the Waveform DisplayThe Waveform Display window shows the currently selected sample as well as the sample's start point marker (a gre

dynamically to MIDI input. If you overlap the velocity ranges (for example, sample 1 is triggered in the 1 to 80 velocity range while sample 2 is trig

The Loop-Mod determines the degree to which the Loop Start and Loop End can be modulated from the Matrix. In the Matrix Loop Start is labeled “Aux Mod

Oscillator GeneratorThe Oscillator Generator is a not-sample-based source of sounds which allows a blend between sawtooth and pulse waveform with a nu

Noise OscillatorA new oscillator in version 4 of CronoX is the Noise Oscillator. It is pretty versatile combining a noise source with two filters (rig

FiltersThe CrX4 contains two independent multi-mode filters. The controls for Filters 1 and 2 are located in the middle of the GUI near the top. The f

indicators for low-pass , band-pass, high-pass and band-reject. This special filter operates as a single type or a mix of two types, depending on the

The Filter Envelope section is located below the just described filter parameters and is working just like any other envelope (see chapter Modulation

The Main SectionIn the Main section you find a couple of global settings: The Chord Memory, Velocity to Amplitude modulation, Precision, polyphony (Vo

Velocity to Main VolumeThe Velo (Velocity) dial is used to control the degree to which the played notes Velocity influences the patch volume. If turne

WelcomeThank you for purchasing a CrX4 license or trying the CrX4 demo.The CrX4 is a sample-based software synthesizer, but no sampler (more on this s

GlideThe Glide (or Portamento) section allows you to set the CrX4's portamento parameters. Glide continuously changes the pitch from one note to

EffectsThe CrX4 has 6 independent, simultaneously-available stereo effects modules. Effects modules 1 and 2 can be set to one of 12 different effects,

DelayThe Delay effect can be used to create echoes and other related effects. The Time slider is used for setting the delay time (in milliseconds). Th

St (Stereo) DelayThe Stereo delay works like the delay, but offers separate times for the left and right echo.The Time Left and Time Right sliders are

Ping Pong (Delay)The Ping Pong Delay lets the signal move from left to right and back, a bit like a game of ping pongThe Ping Pong (Delay) funct

ChorusThe Chorus effect can be used to thicken a single sound creating the impression that it contains multiple voices. The Chorus works by mixing del

PhaserThe CrX4’s Phaser can be used to create swirling dynamic movement in sounds. The Phaser effect is created by automatically sweeping a series of

FilterThe Drive slider (Saturation) enables you to set the amount of filter drive or distortion. This can be used to create a warmer, fatter sound.The

ReverbThe Reverb effect is used to add ambiance to sounds. The Roomsize slider is used to set the size of the simulated room. The Roomsize varies from

FlangerThe CrX4’s Flanger can be used to create the classic flange effect produced by using two analog tape machines playing back the same signal but

Table of ContentsWelcome... 3Installation...

GatorGator effect is a step-controlled audio gate that can be used to create rhythmic, stuttering and pulsing effects. The effect is unique in that it

Stereo EnhancerThe CrX4’s Stereo Enhancer can be used to increase the width of the instrument’s stereo image. The Stereo Enhancer’s Room parameter ope

CrusherThe CrX4’s Crusher is a distortion effect that combines bit-depth and sample-rate reduction with “smoothing” algorithms allowing the resolution

The Divider Mode popup menu determines how the output sample value is created from the input samples. Three options are available: – AVG” (Average) op

ModulationOne of the key features of the CrX4 are its sophisticated modulation capabilities. The instrument contains 6 independent ADSFR envelopes, 4

The Envelopes are positioned in each Filter, the Main Section and the Modulation Section (Gen/Mod Envelope). All six envelopes are exactly the same. T

somewhat a bit similar to applying a compressor. The range is again 0 millisecond to 10 seconds.DecayThe Decay dial setting determines the time it tak

LFOThe CrX4’s LFO (“Low Frequency Oscillator”) modules are located on the lower left of the instrument’s user interface, above the Arpeggiator.An LFO

In M (Mono) mode one LFO is applied to all synth voices simultaneously, so all voices share one permanently running LFO. Moreover the LFO is synced to

Modulation MatrixThe CrX4's Modulation Matrix allows you to create 10 user-defined modulation routings. 56 modulation destinations are available

Ping Pong (Delay)... 34Chorus...

ArpeggiatorThe CrX4's Arpeggiator allows you to create user-defined arpeggios. Arpeggios are chords that are played as separate successive notes

§ Random: In this mode the notes of the chord are played in a random, arbitrary order.§ Chord: In this mode the Arpeggiator does not play the chord as

Also note that the arpeggio will vary so that when it returns to step one it will now play an E with velocity of 127 and 1/16th duration; that's

Preset BrowserThe Preset Browser section is located on the bottom center of the main panel. It consists of several separate controls: The Bank/Preset

preset the user interface returns to normal.Note that the currently loaded bank or preset is displayed in a different color in the bank or preset list

To use the CrX4’s ECS feature, proceed as follows. Click on the ECS button and then select “Learn” from the popup menu. Select a CrX4 parameter with t

SetupThe CrX4’s Setup panel can be accessed by clicking on the Setup button at the lower right of the instrument. The Setup panel contains various con

Library Location / Startup PatchWhen you install CronoX the Library (presets consisting of the parameter settings and the samples) are placed in a def

OptionsThe Options are located in the upper right of the Settings panel Master Tune is used to set the overall tuning of the CrX4 if no microtuning fi

The “Allow Host Program Change” is similar, but allows or suppresses the host to change a program (patch) in CrX4. The default is again On.Auto Close

InstallationInstallation on MacAfter downloading the LinPlug CrX4 for Mac you will find a file named "CrX4 Installer nnn.dmg&q

GlossaryAM: AM or Amplitude Modulation is a process where the amplitude of one oscillator (the carrier) is controlled by another (the modulator). When

LFO: An LFO or Low Frequency Oscillator is a periodic signal source (usually below audio frequency range) used to modulate another modu

MIDI Implementation ChartProduct: LinPlug CronoX Version 4.x Date: 5.June 2012 Manufacturer LinPlug Virtual Instruments GmbHFunction Transmitted Reco

Appendix A: Tempo Sync SettingsTempo Sync is available Off, 1/2, 1/2T, 1/4*, 1/4, 1/4T, 1/8*, 1/8, 1/8T, 1/16*, 1/16, 1/16T, 1/32*, 1/32, 1/32T.Note:

Appendix B: Modulation Matrix SourcesTwo types of modulation source are available: unipolar and bipolar. Unipolar modulation sources increase the modu

Expression Contr. MIDI CC 11 (unipolar).LFO 1 LFO 1 (bipolar).LFO 2 LFO 2 (bipolar).LFO 3 LFO 3 (bipolar).LFO 4 LFO 4 (bipolar).GenEnvelope 1, 2 The e

Appendix C: Modulation Matrix Destinations “---“ No modulation destination is selected.Note: All 4 Generators offer the same modulation destinations i

Note: The Filters 1 and 2 offer the same modulation optionsFilter Saturation The Amount of Saturation which is applied at the filter input.Filter Cuto

LFO Speed Speed of one of the four LFOs, this allows tempo changes of the LFO to be modulated by in example another LFO, Envelope or MIDI controller.

Appendix D: Using TUN files in the CrX4By Jacky LigonAbout Microtuning Microtuning makes it possible for musicians and composers to change the underly

Common to Mac and PCThe first time the LinPlug CrX4 is started a Serial Number edit box will be visible on the Setup page. It reads &quo

required for microtuning a wide range of hardware and software synthesizers and samplers. Scala may also be used to create the TUN format microtuning

various Delays, Chorus, Phaser, Filter, Reverb, Flanger, Gator, Stereo Enhancer, Parametric EQ and Crusher.§ Mono/Polyphonic Portamento/Glide featurin

output of filter 1 is send to filter 2 and the output of filter 2 is sent to the effect 1.Following the Filter section is the CrX4's Effects sect