Modal

Sweden, est. 2011 · 9 products across 1 categories

9
Total Products
1
Categories
$822
Avg Price
$596
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About Modal

Modal emerged in the early 2010s with a focus on innovative, polyphonic analog synthesizers. The company quickly gained recognition for its unique, often unconventional, synthesis architectures and a commitment to hands-on control. Modal’s instruments have carved a niche for themselves amongst musicians seeking a fresh approach to analog sound design.

Founded
2011
Country
Sweden
Segment
Mid-range
Target
Modal is best suited for musicians and sound designers who appreciate unique ana
Known For
Argon Series (polyphonic analog) Cobalt Series (wavetable analog) Carbon Series (unique synthesis engine) Real-time modulation matrix Compact, portable design
PROS
  • • Unique synthesis architecture offers fresh sonic palettes
  • • Excellent build quality and tactile controls
  • • Intuitive interface for complex modulation
  • • Compact footprint, ideal for studio and stage
  • • Warm, rich analog sound character
CONS
  • • Learning curve can be steep for new users
  • • Limited polyphony compared to some competitors
  • • Can be perceived as unconventional by traditionalists
  • • Proprietary technology limits third-party plugin support

Modal Products

Modal Element One - Synthesizers

Modal Element One

Synthesizers

$732
Weight 4.5 kg Keys 37 keys
Virtual Analog Synthesizer, 8 voice polyphonic, Keyboard: 37 keys, velocity sensitive with...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Modal Carbon8M - Sound Modules

Modal Carbon8M

Sound Modules

$881
Weight 2.1 kg
Digital Desktop Synthesizer, 8-Voice polyphony, 2 independent oscillators with 56 cores per oscillator,...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Modal Carbon8 - Synthesizers

Modal Carbon8

Synthesizers

$916
Weight 5.6 kg Keys 37 keys
Digital Synthesizer, 8-Voice polyphonic, Touch-sensitive FATAR keyboard with 37 keys and channel...
4.3 AudioFu Score
Modal Cobalt8X - Synthesizers

Modal Cobalt8X

Synthesizers

$911
Weight 9 kg
Virtual Analog Synthesizer, 8-Voice polyphony, 61-Key keyboard with velocity sensitivity (FATAR TP9 /...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Modal Cobalt8 - Synthesizers

Modal Cobalt8

Synthesizers

$744
Virtual Analog Synthesizer, 8-Voice polyphonic, Velocity sensitive 37 key keyboard with aftertouch...
4.3 AudioFu Score
Modal Argon8M - Sound Modules

Modal Argon8M

Sound Modules

$596
Desktop Wavetable Synthesiser, 8-Voice polyphonic, 120 Wavetables divided into 24 banks of 5 morphable...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Modal Argon8 - Synthesizers

Modal Argon8

Synthesizers

$711
Wavetable synthesiser, 8-Voice polyphonic, 37-Key velocity sensitive keyboard (FATAR TP9 / S) with...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Modal Carbon8X - Synthesizers

Modal Carbon8X

Synthesizers

$1,294
Weight 9 kg Keys 61 keys
Digital Synthesizer, 8-voice polyphony, FATAR TP9/S keyboard with 61 keys, 16 oscillators with 56 core...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Modal Cobalt8M - Sound Modules

Modal Cobalt8M

Sound Modules

$610
Virtual Analog Desktop Synthesizer, 8-Voice polyphony, 24 Buttons, Lockable four-axis joystick, OLED...
4.6 AudioFu Score

Frequently Asked Questions About Modal

Modal instruments are designed in Sweden but manufactured in China, allowing them to offer a premium-priced product while maintaining competitive pricing.

While the modulation matrix is powerful, the initial learning curve can be steeper than simpler synths; however, the hands-on design encourages experimentation.

Currently, Modal does not offer dedicated software editors or plugins, relying primarily on the hardware’s intuitive interface for sound design.

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