Arturia TAE ORIGIN User manual

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PRODUCT AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT:
Frédéric Brun
PROGRAMMING:
Philippe Wicker (Lead Developper) Bruno Pillet
Vincent ravaglini Cristian Kreindler
Fabrice Bourgeois Kevin Molcard
ELECTRONICS:
Jérôme Dumas (Wave Idea) Laurent Baret
DESIGN:
Axel Hartmann (Design Box) Frank Rüffel (Rüffel)
Klaus Weber Morgan Perrier
SOUND DESIGN:
Jean-Michel Blanchet (Lead 1) Menno Meijer
homas Koot (Lead 2) Kevin Lamb
Glen Darcey Ruff & Jam
asmodia Katsunori Ujiie
Richard Devine
INDUSTRIALIZATION:
Antoine Back Francesco d’Abramo (Asteel-Flash)
Loïc Biarez (AV rade) Gérard Buracchini
MANUAL:
Jean-Michel Blanchet homas Koot
Houston Haynes Antoine Back
SPECIAL THANKS TO:
Charles Malka, Carl Conrad, Francis Martin (OSEO-ANVAR), Philippe Girard-Buttoz, Gilles
Benhamou (Asteel-Flash), Cédric Veslot (AVNE ), Christian Faure (Jessica), Denis Labrecque
(Analog Devices), Frank Orlich, Athan Billias (Yamaha), Benoît Widemann, Christophe Martin
de Montagu, Pierre Cossard, Gavin Burke, Mickael Le Goff, Emilie de Fouchecour, Amélie
Serpolet, Dapeng Hou, Guillaume Piolat, Guillaume onck, Nicolas Bronnec, Bruno Minatchy,
Julian McDole, Damien Vandenbeyvanghe, Olivier Mary, Raphaël Loyet, Florent Balestrieri,
Joffrey Saboukoulou, hierry Duquesnes, Benjamin Gross, Jean-Philippe Rykiel, Celmar
Engel, Bryan Borcherds.

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TABLE OF CONTENT
1Special Message Section ....................................................................................9
1.1 Generalities ...............................................................................................9
1.2 Precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:......................................9
2Introduction................................................................................................. 11
2.1 Origin overview ......................................................................................... 11
2.2 Check the latest update!.............................................................................. 11
2.3 AE®...................................................................................................... 12
2.3.1 Aliasing-free oscillators ............................................................................ 12
2.3.2 A better reproduction of analog oscillator waveforms ....................................... 12
2.3.3 Direct filter circuit modeling ..................................................................... 13
3Hardware settings ......................................................................................... 15
3.1 How to put the Origin synthesizer in a rack. ...................................................... 15
3.2 How to set the screen orientation. ................................................................. 15
4Origin's user interface..................................................................................... 16
4.1 Front panel .............................................................................................. 16
4.1.1 Output section....................................................................................... 16
4.1.2 Input section ......................................................................................... 16
4.1.3 Joystick section ..................................................................................... 16
4.1.4 “Analog” section .................................................................................... 17
4.1.4.1 Oscillator section............................................................................. 17
4.1.4.2 Filter section .................................................................................. 17
4.1.4.3 LFO section .................................................................................... 17
4.1.4.4 Envelope section ............................................................................. 17
4.1.5 “Screen” section .................................................................................... 17
4.1.6 [Sound Select] section ............................................................................. 18
4.1.7 [Mixer] section....................................................................................... 18
4.1.8 [Effects] section..................................................................................... 18
4.1.9 [Sequencer] section ................................................................................ 19
4.2 Rear panel ............................................................................................... 19
5Connections................................................................................................. 21
5.1 Connecting the AC/DC power supply ............................................................... 21
5.2 Connecting Origin to headphones ................................................................... 22
5.3 Connecting the Origin’s analog outputs to external audio equipment ....................... 22
5.3.1 [Main Outputs]....................................................................................... 22
5.3.2 [Auxiliary Outputs].................................................................................. 22
5.4 Connecting Origin to digital audio equipment .................................................... 22
5.5 Connecting pedals and switches ..................................................................... 22
5.6 Connecting external MIDI equipment ............................................................... 23
5.6.1 Using Origin as a sound module .................................................................. 23
5.6.2 Using Origin as a MIDI controller ................................................................. 23
5.6.3 MIDI channel settings – Getting ready to play.................................................. 23

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5.7 Connecting your computer............................................................................ 23
5.8 Connecting the audio inputs – INPU jacks ........................................................ 23
6he Origin structure....................................................................................... 24
6.1 Overview of the global structure of Origin ........................................................ 24
6.2 he program preset .................................................................................... 24
6.3 he Multi preset ........................................................................................ 26
7Quick Start .................................................................................................. 27
7.1 urning on the power and adjusting the volume ................................................. 27
7.2 Adjusting the volume .................................................................................. 28
7.3 Demo playback.......................................................................................... 28
7.4 Playing Program presets............................................................................... 29
7.5 Editing the preset ...................................................................................... 30
7.6 Saving your Program ................................................................................... 31
7.7 Add a module to your preset ......................................................................... 32
7.8 Using the Minimoog template ........................................................................ 33
7.9 he [MUL I] mode...................................................................................... 37
7.10 Using the step sequencer ............................................................................. 38
7.11 Adding modulation with the Galaxy module....................................................... 41
7.12 he effects section..................................................................................... 41
7.12.1 he chorus............................................................................................ 42
7.12.2 he delay ............................................................................................. 42
8Editing pages ............................................................................................... 44
8.1 [Home] page............................................................................................. 44
8.1.1 Overview.............................................................................................. 44
8.1.2 [MAIN] tab ............................................................................................ 45
8.1.3 [Demo] tab ........................................................................................... 46
8.1.4 he [SYS EM] tabs .................................................................................. 47
8.1.4.1 he [MIDI] tab ................................................................................. 48
8.1.4.2 he global [SE ING] tab ................................................................... 48
8.1.4.3 [Reset] button ................................................................................ 50
8.1.4.4 [SYS EM/HOME] button ..................................................................... 50
8.2 Preset page .............................................................................................. 50
8.2.1 Overview.............................................................................................. 50
8.2.2 he three types of presets – Program, Multi and New........................................ 51
8.2.2.1 [Program] Preset ............................................................................. 52
8.2.2.2 [MUL I] Preset ................................................................................ 52
8.2.2.3 [NEW] Preset .................................................................................. 53
8.2.2.4 Factory and User Presets.................................................................... 54
8.2.3 Loading a Preset..................................................................................... 54
8.2.4 Program and Multi Filters.......................................................................... 55
8.2.4.1 Program filtering ............................................................................. 55
8.2.4.2 Multi filtering ................................................................................. 56
8.2.4.3 Delete a preset ............................................................................... 56
8.3 [Program] page ......................................................................................... 57
8.3.1 Overview.............................................................................................. 57
8.3.2 Audio and Fx [Mixer]............................................................................... 58
8.3.2.1 [Parallel] routing ............................................................................. 58
8.3.2.2 [Serial] routing................................................................................ 59
8.3.3 [2D Env] tab .......................................................................................... 60
8.3.4 Galaxy tab ............................................................................................ 62
8.3.5 LFO tabs .............................................................................................. 64
8.3.6 Common section..................................................................................... 65
8.3.6.1 [Mode] (Performance mode) ............................................................... 66
8.3.6.2 Common parameters......................................................................... 66
8.4 [Edit] page............................................................................................... 67
8.4.1 [Rack] View .......................................................................................... 67

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8.4.2 [Patch] View ......................................................................................... 68
8.4.3 Editing Functions .................................................................................... 69
8.4.3.1 [Add]............................................................................................ 69
8.4.3.2 Open/Edit/Close a module ................................................................. 71
8.4.3.3 [Change] module ............................................................................. 71
8.4.3.4 [Move] .......................................................................................... 72
8.4.3.5 [Remove]....................................................................................... 73
8.4.3.6 [View] .......................................................................................... 74
8.4.3.7 CPU Percentage............................................................................... 74
8.4.4 Save a Program preset ............................................................................. 74
8.4.4.1 Save as / name a new Program preset ................................................... 75
8.5 [MUL I] page ............................................................................................ 76
8.5.1 Overview.............................................................................................. 76
8.5.2 Creating a [MUL I] preset ......................................................................... 77
8.5.3 Adding programs (presets 0000 - 0999) to a multi ............................................ 78
8.5.4 Multi mixer functions............................................................................... 79
8.5.5 he different uses of the Multi ................................................................... 79
8.5.5.1 Layering ........................................................................................ 79
8.5.5.2 Split ............................................................................................. 80
8.5.5.3 MIDI multitimbral mode ..................................................................... 80
8.5.6 Volume and front panel mixer in Multi mode .................................................. 80
8.5.7 Editing Programs from the [MUL I] page ....................................................... 81
8.5.8 Saving a Multi ........................................................................................ 81
8.5.9 Saving a Multi as… .................................................................................. 82
8.5.10 he Step Sequencer ................................................................................ 83
8.5.10.1 he sequencer’s hardware real time controllers.................................... 84
8.5.10.2 Edit a sequence ........................................................................... 85
8.5.10.3 Edit a sub-sequence ...................................................................... 86
8.5.10.4 he [Global] settings of the sequencer ............................................... 88
8.5.10.5 [Save] and [Save as] a sequence ....................................................... 89
8.5.10.6 he [Swap] option ........................................................................ 90
8.5.10.7 Delete a sequence pattern .............................................................. 90
8.5.11 he Arpeggiator ..................................................................................... 90
8.6 Effects [FX] page ....................................................................................... 91
8.6.1 Overview.............................................................................................. 91
8.6.2 FX page layout, navigation and general control ............................................... 92
8.6.3 Effects modules in detail .......................................................................... 93
8.6.3.1 Chorus .......................................................................................... 93
8.6.3.2 Delay............................................................................................ 94
8.6.3.3 Reverb .......................................................................................... 94
8.6.3.4 Distortion ...................................................................................... 95
8.6.3.5 Dual Phaser .................................................................................... 95
8.7 Live page................................................................................................. 96
8.7.1 Overview.............................................................................................. 96
8.7.2 he [Live] tab........................................................................................ 97
8.7.3 Macro Edit tabs ...................................................................................... 98
8.7.3.1 Overview ....................................................................................... 98
8.7.3.2 [Oscillator] ab ............................................................................... 98
8.7.3.3 [Filter] ab .................................................................................... 98
8.7.3.4 [LFO] ab ...................................................................................... 99
8.7.3.5 [ENV] ab ...................................................................................... 99
8.7.3.6 [MIDI] EDI ....................................................................................100
8.7.4 Advanced Joystick .................................................................................100
8.7.4.1 Overview ......................................................................................100
8.7.4.2 [Modes 1/2/3]................................................................................101
8.7.4.3 Selecting and configuring control destinations ........................................101
8.7.5 Encoders .............................................................................................102
8.7.5.1 Overview ......................................................................................102
8.7.5.2 Assigning Live Encoders from the front panel ..........................................102

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9Modules .....................................................................................................104
9.1 Modular synthesis modules ..........................................................................105
9.1.1 he sound modules ................................................................................105
9.1.1.1 Oscillators ....................................................................................105
9.1.1.1.1 Minimoog oscillator ............................................................................. 105
9.1.1.1.2 ARP 2600 oscillator.............................................................................. 107
9.1.1.1.3 CS-80 oscillator .................................................................................. 109
9.1.1.1.4 Jupiter-8 oscillator.............................................................................. 110
9.1.1.1.5 Origin oscillator ................................................................................. 112
9.1.1.1.6 Wavetable Oscillator............................................................................ 113
9.1.1.2 Filters..........................................................................................114
9.1.1.2.1 Minimoog filter .................................................................................. 115
9.1.1.2.2 ARP 2600 filter................................................................................... 116
9.1.1.2.3 CS-80 filter ....................................................................................... 117
9.1.1.2.4 Jupiter-8 filter................................................................................... 118
9.1.1.2.5 Origin filter ...................................................................................... 119
9.1.1.3 Output (amplifiers) .........................................................................120
9.1.1.4 Minimixer .....................................................................................120
9.1.2 he modulation modules .........................................................................121
9.1.2.1 Keyboard following..........................................................................121
9.1.2.2 Envelope ......................................................................................122
9.1.2.3 LFO.............................................................................................123
9.1.2.4 Ring modulator...............................................................................124
9.1.2.5 Bode Frequency shifter.....................................................................125
9.1.2.6 Joymixer ......................................................................................126
10 he Minimoog template .................................................................................128
10.1 What is a template?...................................................................................128
10.2 Minimoog story.........................................................................................128
10.3 Using the Minimoog template .......................................................................128
10.3.1 Minimoog structure ................................................................................129
10.3.2 he interface .......................................................................................130
10.3.2.1 Oscillator Bank ...........................................................................131
10.3.2.2 Mixer .......................................................................................132
10.3.2.3 Filter / Modifiers (envelopes)..........................................................133
10.3.2.4 Output (VCA amplifier)..................................................................134
10.3.2.5 Controllers ................................................................................134
10.3.2.6 Keyboard section.........................................................................135
10.3.2.7 Modulation matrix .......................................................................135
10.3.2.8 LFO .........................................................................................136
11 he basics of subtractive synthesis....................................................................138
11.1 he three main elements of the sound............................................................138
11.1.1 he Oscillator or VCO .............................................................................138
11.1.1.1 he Pitch ..................................................................................139
11.1.1.2 he Waveform ............................................................................139
11.1.1.3 Synchronization ..........................................................................141
11.1.1.4 Frequency modulation ..................................................................142
11.1.2 he Mixer ............................................................................................142
11.1.3 he filter or VCF ...................................................................................143
11.1.3.1 he filter types...........................................................................144
11.1.3.2 Resonance .................................................................................145
11.1.4 he amplifier or VCA ..............................................................................146
11.2 Other modules .........................................................................................147
11.2.1 he keyboard .......................................................................................147
11.2.2 he envelope generator ..........................................................................147
11.2.3 he low frequency oscillator.....................................................................148

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11.3 Complements to Wavetable Synthesis .............................................................149
12 Origin Connection – User’s manual ....................................................................151
12.1 Introduction ............................................................................................151
12.1.1 Preset storage and management ................................................................151
12.1.2 Origin Update .......................................................................................152
12.2 Interface Description .................................................................................152
12.2.1 Main panel...........................................................................................152
12.2.2 Origin panel .........................................................................................153
12.2.3 Computer panel ....................................................................................154
12.3 Uses cases and menus ................................................................................155
12.3.1 Introduction .........................................................................................155
12.3.2 New sound banks ...................................................................................155
12.3.3 Backup ...............................................................................................155
12.3.3.1 Creating new Backup ....................................................................155
12.3.3.2 Reloading Existing Backups.............................................................156
12.3.4 Preset transfer......................................................................................157
12.3.5 Origin to Computer transfer .....................................................................157
12.3.6 Computer to Computer transfer.................................................................158
12.3.7 Origin to Origin transfer ..........................................................................158
12.3.8 Computer to Origin transfer .....................................................................158
12.4 Preset erase ............................................................................................158
12.5 Origin update...........................................................................................159
13 AR URIA ORIGIN SOF WARE – LEGAL INFORMA ION ................................................160
13.1 SOF WARE LICENSE AGREEMEN ....................................................................160
13.2 FCC INFORMA ION (USA) .............................................................................162
13.3 CANADA .................................................................................................162
13.4 EUROPE..................................................................................................162
14 Appendix ...................................................................................................163
14.1 General Specifications................................................................................163
14.2 MIDI implementation chart ..........................................................................164

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1SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION
1.1 Generali ies
his device uses an external power adapter. Do not connect this product with any power supply or
adapter than the one described in this manual, specially recommended by AR URIA.
WARNING:
Do not place this product in a place or position where one might walk on, trip over or roll anything
over the power or connecting cords.
he use of an extension cord is not recommended! If you must use one, make sure that the cord has
the ability to handle maximum current needed by this product. Please consult a local electrician for
more information on your power requirements.
his product should be used only with the components supplied or recommended by AR URIA. When
used with any components, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the
accessory products.
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:
he information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing. However,
AR URIA reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications without notice or
obligation to update existing units.
IMPORTANT:
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even
death from electrical shock, damages, fire or other risks.
he product used either alone or in combination with an amplifier, headphones or speakers, may be
able to produce sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. DO NO operate for long
periods of time at a high level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you encounter any hearing loss
or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist.
NOTICE:
Service charge incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to how a function or feature works
(when the unit is operating as designed) are not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and are
therefore the owner’s responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer
before requesting service.
1.2 Precau ions include, bu are no limi ed o, he following:
1. Read and understand all the instructions.
2. Always follow the instructions on the instrument.

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3. Before cleaning the instrument, always remove the electrical plug from the outlet, as well
as the USB cable. When cleaning, use a soft and dry cloth. Do not use gasoline, alcohol,
acetone, turpentine or any other organic solutions; do not use liquid cleaner, spray or a too
wet cloth.
4. Do not use the instrument near water or moisture, such as a bathtub, sink, swimming pool,
or similar place.
5. Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.
6. Do not place heavy objects on the instrument. Do not block sinks or holes of the instrument;
those locations are used for air circulation to prevent the instrument from overheating. Do
not place the instrument near a heat sink or any place of poor air circulation.
7. Only use the recommended specified AC/DC adaptor.
8. Make sure the line voltage in your location matches the input voltage specified on the
AC/DC power adaptor.
9. Do not open and insert anything on the instrument, which may cause fire or electrical
shock.
10. Do not splash any kind of liquid onto the instrument.
11. Always take the instrument to a qualified service center. You will invalidate your warranty
if you open and remove the cover, and improper assembly may cause electrical shock or
other malfunction.
12. Do not use the instrument with thunder and lightening present; otherwise it may cause long
distance electrical shock.
13. Do not expose the instrument to hot sunlight.
14. Do not use the instrument when there is a gas leak nearby.
15. AR URIA is not responsible for any damage or data loss caused by improper operation of the
instrument.
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