Introduction - Moog Minimoog Model D User Manual

INTRODUCTION

A BRIEF HISTORY
Created in 1970, the Minimoog Model D is the instrument that brought the synthesizer out of
the university laboratories and recording studios and placed it in the hands of on-stage musicians
around the world. Unlike the larger modular synthesizers of the day, the Minimoog Model D could be
played instantly, with no cable-patching between modules. Everything the performer needed was
right there on the panel. In fact, the true genius of the Minimoog Model D was the front panel design.
By grouping together related components—Controllers, Oscillators, Modifiers, etc.—the front panel
became a flowchart that made audio synthesis simple to understand. The Minimoog Model D was
quickly embraced by a diverse roster of performers touching nearly every genre of music. In just over
a decade, well over 10,000 Minimoog Model D synthesizers were sold worldwide. Today, the Minimoog
Model D remains one of the most coveted of all synthesizers.
NEW FEATURES OVERVIEW
Each of these features are discussed in depth at the appropriate place in the manual.
KEYBOARD
A Fatar TP-9 keyboard has been implemented with the ability to transmit both After-Pressure and
Velocity control voltages. While these signals are not hard wired to any specific parameter, the
expanded Top Patch Panel allows Velocity and After Pressure signals to modify the Filter Cutoff
Frequency, Loudness and Oscillator Pitch.
DEDICATED LFO (LOW FREQUENCY OSCILLATOR)
Traditionally, OSCILLATOR-3 could operate independently of the keyboard and be used as an LFO.
Now, a dedicated LFO has been added to the Left-Hand Keyboard panel. In addition, Filter Contour
(FILTER EG) is now also available as a modulation source.
EXPANDED PATCH BAY
CONTROL OUTPUTS
• V-TRIGGER/GATE
• PITCH
• VELOCITY
• AFTER-PRESSURE
POWER-ON COMMANDS
By holding down specific keys as the Minimoog Model D is turned on, you can select a MIDI Channel,
transpose the instrument, choose the note priority, and set other global functions.
MIDI
Five-pin DIN MIDI In, MIDI Out, and MIDI Thru jacks have been added to provide basic MIDI connectivity.
EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY
The Minimoog Model D now features a universal (100~240 VAC; 50/60 Hz) external power supply,
reducing the weight and heat created by the internal power supply, and improving stability of the
instrument. This also makes it easier to travel with your Minimoog Model D.
CONTROL INPUTS
• V-TRIGGER/GATE
• OSCILLATOR
• FILTER
• LOUDNESS
• EXTERNAL MODULATION SOURCE
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