Pwm Mantis
ABOUT THE PRODUCT
The Mantis is a Duophonic Hybrid Synthesizer offered by the PWM brand.
The PWM Mantis hybrid duophonic synthesizer, designed by the late Chris Huggett and PWM (Paul Whittington), represents a revolution in the field of sound synthesis. By combining advanced algorithms, DSP stability, and precise analog control, this instrument offers an unparalleled musical experience.
Featuring two oscillators powered by a robust DSP chip and leveraging sophisticated mathematical calculations, the Mantis provides complete control over tone, thus preserving the unique PWM sound character. Additionally, its variable-state VCF filter with overdrive, built around the specially designed SSI2164 chip by Chris Huggett, delivers unmatched sonic qualities previously reserved for OSCar connoisseurs. With two filters in each analog signal path and width modulation controls, the possibilities for sound customization are endless, allowing you to create truly unique tones.
Inspired by the architectures of classic WASP and OSCar synthesizers, the Mantis offers an extensive sound palette, ideal for creating rich textures and massive sounds. Its premium semi-weighted keyboard, equipped with aftertouch and a 360-degree modulation joystick, ensures optimal musical expression. Furthermore, the integrated mixer and modulation matrix provide intuitive and in-depth control over sound design, making the Mantis an indispensable tool for musicians and producers seeking limitless creativity.
FEATURES
200 Patches:
All patches are in RAM and can thus be overwritten.
Bank A: 100 factory presets
Bank B: 100 user presets (all set to patch initial value)
Comparison function
Patch function initialization
Duophonic with 2 analog signal paths:
Mathematically generated oscillators designed by Chris Huggett
Analog signal path designed by Chris Huggett
2 oscillators plus one sub-oscillator per voice:
Sine / Triangle / Saw / Pulse plus additional waveform types
Shape control and shape modulation input (creates pulse width modulation on the pulse waveform with a perfect square at the center)
Pitch modulation control
Octave selection per oscillator
OSC 1 SUB follows oscillator 1 parameters
Oscillator Drift: creates random pitch variations between oscillators
Variable state multimode VCA filters with overdrive:
2 analog filters - 1 per signal path
Low-pass / Band-pass / High-pass in 12 dB and 24 dB configurations
Additional types WBAND (series) and WSTOP (parallel)
Filter cutoff
Filter cutoff modulation
Filter resonance
Filter width
Filter width modulation
Filter Keytrack
LFO (Low-Frequency Oscillator):
2 LFOs
4 waveform shapes per oscillator
Fade In / Fade Out parameter
SYNCable
Speed control
Envelopes:
2 independent envelopes
ENV 1 normalized to amplitude
ADSR
Sustain Fall parameter for shaping during key-down
Repeat which can be used to create looping envelopes
Positive and negative speed control
Mixer:
First mix: OSC1 and OSC2
Second mix: OSCillators and noise
Third mix: OSCillators + noise and ring modulator
Modulation routes:
Control - 6 modulation parameter choices
Source - 6 effector choices from envelopes and LFOs
Scale - choices of controls used to scale modulation effect
Glide:
Glide amount
Automatic glide mode
Indicators:
Two indicators per voice
LED for keyboard activity
Triggering:
ENV 1 Legato
ENV 2 Legato
LFO Keytrig
LFO Keytrig
Connections:
Main power switch
9V DC input
USBC
MIDI IN / OUT / THRU
Sustain pedal input (switch)
Pedal input (continuous)
Stereo 1/4" line outputs: L/Mono and R
Stereo 1/4" headphone output
Multifunction joystick:
Left / right for pitch bend
Achievable vibrato
Hold mode
Arpeggiator:
6 arpeggiator types (Up, Down, Up/Down 1, Up/Down 2, Played & Random)
Control of sync rates from 2nd to 32nd note
Tap tempo button
Swing, including positive and negative swing
Automatic clock sync (detects MIDI clock or USB-MIDI clock and syncs arpeggiator automatically)
Locking via HOLD joystick
6 Octave range
Duophonic mode control:
Duo mode
Duo mode with single filter
Pan control for duophonic mode
Digital effects:
Reverb time
Reverb level
Reverb High-pass filter
Reverb Low-pass filter
Chorus level
Chorus type
Keyboard control:
37 Full-size semi-weighted velocity-sensitive keys
Channel aftertouch
Octave shift
Dimensions: 320 x 320 x 110 mm
Weight: 5.3 kg
Euroguitar Reference : 111345
All patches are in RAM and can thus be overwritten.
Bank A: 100 factory presets
Bank B: 100 user presets (all set to patch initial value)
Comparison function
Patch function initialization
Duophonic with 2 analog signal paths:
Mathematically generated oscillators designed by Chris Huggett
Analog signal path designed by Chris Huggett
2 oscillators plus one sub-oscillator per voice:
Sine / Triangle / Saw / Pulse plus additional waveform types
Shape control and shape modulation input (creates pulse width modulation on the pulse waveform with a perfect square at the center)
Pitch modulation control
Octave selection per oscillator
OSC 1 SUB follows oscillator 1 parameters
Oscillator Drift: creates random pitch variations between oscillators
Variable state multimode VCA filters with overdrive:
2 analog filters - 1 per signal path
Low-pass / Band-pass / High-pass in 12 dB and 24 dB configurations
Additional types WBAND (series) and WSTOP (parallel)
Filter cutoff
Filter cutoff modulation
Filter resonance
Filter width
Filter width modulation
Filter Keytrack
LFO (Low-Frequency Oscillator):
2 LFOs
4 waveform shapes per oscillator
Fade In / Fade Out parameter
SYNCable
Speed control
Envelopes:
2 independent envelopes
ENV 1 normalized to amplitude
ADSR
Sustain Fall parameter for shaping during key-down
Repeat which can be used to create looping envelopes
Positive and negative speed control
Mixer:
First mix: OSC1 and OSC2
Second mix: OSCillators and noise
Third mix: OSCillators + noise and ring modulator
Modulation routes:
Control - 6 modulation parameter choices
Source - 6 effector choices from envelopes and LFOs
Scale - choices of controls used to scale modulation effect
Glide:
Glide amount
Automatic glide mode
Indicators:
Two indicators per voice
LED for keyboard activity
Triggering:
ENV 1 Legato
ENV 2 Legato
LFO Keytrig
LFO Keytrig
Connections:
Main power switch
9V DC input
USBC
MIDI IN / OUT / THRU
Sustain pedal input (switch)
Pedal input (continuous)
Stereo 1/4" line outputs: L/Mono and R
Stereo 1/4" headphone output
Multifunction joystick:
Left / right for pitch bend
Achievable vibrato
Hold mode
Arpeggiator:
6 arpeggiator types (Up, Down, Up/Down 1, Up/Down 2, Played & Random)
Control of sync rates from 2nd to 32nd note
Tap tempo button
Swing, including positive and negative swing
Automatic clock sync (detects MIDI clock or USB-MIDI clock and syncs arpeggiator automatically)
Locking via HOLD joystick
6 Octave range
Duophonic mode control:
Duo mode
Duo mode with single filter
Pan control for duophonic mode
Digital effects:
Reverb time
Reverb level
Reverb High-pass filter
Reverb Low-pass filter
Chorus level
Chorus type
Keyboard control:
37 Full-size semi-weighted velocity-sensitive keys
Channel aftertouch
Octave shift
Dimensions: 320 x 320 x 110 mm
Weight: 5.3 kg
Euroguitar Reference : 111345
