Modal Electronics Introduces the SKULPTsynth SE

Modal Electronics · SKULPTsynth SE Sound Demos

"New Modal SKULPTsynth SE announced

– 4-voice portable virtual-analogue synthesiser with MPE support for creative music production anywhere –

Bristol, UK • 20th May 2021 Modal Electronics, a leading global synthesiser manufacturer, is proud to release SKULPTsynth SE. Based on the heritage of the original SKUPTsynthesiser, it inherits a slim form factor, but comes with traditionally coloured, black and white touch keypads, easier to read front panel descriptors and improved built quality.

Equipped with 127 high energising patches, SKULPT SE provides a wide range of highly sought-after sounds for modern music productions and live performances. With its light-weight design, a massive synth engine and MPE support plus patch and polychain compatibility with its predecessor, SKULPTsynth SE is a comprehensive synthesiser for musicians and producers to get creative anywhere they want.

Two WAVE groups per voice with four oscillators each allow to craft carefully flavourful sonic fundaments and sweep smoothly between multiple waveforms. Additional oscillator modulation unveils an unmatched potential for sound customisation. SKULPT SE’s state-variable 2-pole filters morph from low pass through to bandpass and through to high pass. With its resonance feature, it picks out rich harmonics at high resonance levels. Three envelopes give excessive control of the dynamics and expression. Two LFOs, one global and one polyphonic, can be synced to internal or external tempo. The integrated delay and distortion effects give more options to polish the sound.

SKULPT SE supports MPE and offers musicians creative new musical ways to perform with synthesiser sounds, and therefore, SKULPT SE the most affordable MPE hardware synthesiser available today. The integrated real-time sequencer and arpeggiator are acclaimed performance features and invite to immersive jam sessions. Up to 4 SKULPT or SKULPT SE can be poly-chained to form a massive 16-voice virtual-analogue sound engine.

With 127 brand-new patches, SKULPT SE offers a vast library of contemporary sounds that uplift every track. Fully backward compatible, SKULPT SE users can load any patch from the original SKULPT available from Modal’s website and 3rd party sound designers. Using the free MODALapp, available from our website, sound editing and sound management is easy and straightforward. MODALapp runs on all major computer and mobile platforms and offers integration in AU and VST3 DAW environments, respectively.

SKULPTsynth SE will be available by mid May 2021 through a wide network of authorised Modal retailers around the world. Suggested retail prices are £169.99 (UK, incl. VAT), 199.99 € (incl. 20% VAT) and $199.99 (US excl. VAT)."

Modal Electronics SKULPT synthesiser Intro

Published on Dec 19, 2018 Modal Electronics

"Modal Electronics are proud to announce the latest in its line of innovative Machines For Musicians - the Modal SKULPT synthesiser

Packing a huge range of synthesis power in a highly portable package, Modal SKULPT is ready to help you take your creativity to the next level wherever and whenever you want."

Modal SKULPTsynth SE Now Shipping

Suggested retail prices are £169.99 (UK, incl. VAT), 199.99 € (incl. 20% VAT) and $199.99 (US MAP).

Check with the dealers on the right for availability.

And the press release:

Modal SKULPTsynth SE is Shipping Internationally

– 4-voice, go-anywhere virtual-analogue synthesiser with MPE support is now available from Modal Electronics stockists globally –

Bristol, UK • 10th May 2021. Modal Electronics, a leading global synthesiser manufacturer, has just confirmed the immediate availability of the SKULPTsynth SE from all Modal resellers internationally. Fusing a slim form factor with traditionally coloured, black and white touch keypads, easier to read front panel descriptors and improved built quality, SKULPTsynth SE provides the ultimate platform to create without limitation, wherever your creativity takes you.

Under the hood, SKULPTsynth SE features a next-generation synth engine powered by dual WAVE groups per voice, each with four oscillators (a total of 8 oscillators per voice) that allow users to meticulously craft flavourful sonic fundamentals. Timbre adjustment is a breeze thanks to SKULPT SE’s state-variable 2-pole filters that morph from low pass through to bandpass and high pass. With its resonance feature, it picks out rich harmonics at high resonance levels. Shape your sound for optimum articulation with three envelopes that provide extensive control of the dynamics and expressive output of the sound. Finally, two LFOs, one global and one polyphonic, can be synced to internal or external tempo, and the integrated delay and distortion effects give even more options to craft your signature sound.

For extended expressive capability, SKULPT SE supports MPE and is the most affordable MPE hardware synthesiser available on the market today. For creators seeking new musical ways to perform with synthesiser sounds, this MPE support, fused with the integrated real-time sequencer and arpeggiator, are the perfect platforms for immersive, expressive jam sessions.

Packed with 127 all new expertly curated patches, SKULPT SE offers a vast library of contemporary sounds applicable to all genres. Moreover, it is fully backward compatible with the original SKULPTsynthesiser, providing access to the full back catalogue of patches available from Modal’s website and 3rd party sound designers. Managing and creating patches couldn’t be simpler courtesy of the MODALapp, available for all major computer and mobile platforms as a free download from the Modal website.

In tandem with the retail availability of SKULPTsynth SE, Modal Electronics are also releasing a SKULPTsynthesiser firmware update featuring a raft of workflow enhancements plus poly-chain support in mixed configurations with the SKULPTsynth SE.The new Firmware is available via MODALapp.

Powered by USB or 6 x AA batteries, SKULPTsynth SE is the ultimate synth weapon for music creation in every scenario, whether it is in the studio, DJ live sets, DAW-less jams or on the road.

SKULPTsynth SE is available immediately via wide network of authorised Modal retailers globally. Suggested retail prices are £169.99 (UK, incl. VAT), 199.99 € (incl. 20% VAT) and $199.99 (US MAP).

Modal Electronics SKULPT synthesiser Walk Through Tutorial

Published on Aug 2, 2018 Modal Electronics

"Introduction to the SKULPT synthesiser, the new virtual analogue polyphonic portable synth from Modal Electronics.

This walk through tutorial showcases SKULPT's many features and gives you an overview of the workflow and user interface of the synth.

00:17 - Presets
01:00 - Oscillators
03:20 - Filter
04:37 - Envelopes
06:53 - LFOs
08:48 - Keyboard
10:36 - Arpeggiator
11:25 - Delay
12:53 - Sequencer
14:11 - Modulation"

Modal Electronics SKULPT synthesiser Sequencer Demo

Published on Dec 21, 2018 Modal Electronics

"Short demo of the realtime sequencer built into the Modal Electronics SKULPT synthesiser"

Introducing the Modal Electronics SKULPTsynthesiser

Published on Jul 6, 2018 Modal Electronics

We saw the teasers here and here. Details are in. A new powerful mini sized synth from Modal Electronics.

"Modal Electronics are proud to announce the latest in its line of innovative Machines For Musicians - the Modal SKULPT synthesiser.

Packing a huge range of synthesis power in a highly portable package, Modal SKULPT is ready to help you take your creativity to the next level wherever and whenever you want."

"Launching 13th July 2018 on Kickstarter

4 voice – 32 oscillator virtual analogue synthesiser
8 oscillators per voice with 2 selectable morphable waveforms
Mixer stage for osc levels along with FM, PWM, tuning and Ring Modulation options
Monophonic, Duophonic and Polyphonic modes available
Multi option Unison / spread to detune the 32 oscillators for a huge sound
8 slot modulation matrix with 8 sources and 37 destinations
3 x envelope generators for Filter, Amplitude and Modulation
2 x audio rate LFOs, one global and one polyphonic
Realtime sequencer that will record up to 128 notes and up to 4 parameters.
Fully featured arpeggiator with division, direction, octave, swing and sustain controls.
Resonant filter that can be morphed from low pass, through band pass, to high pass
Delay and distortion (wavehsaping overdrive, not bitcrushing) effects
Optional MIDI clock sync for LFOs and Delay
128 patch and 64 sequence storage locations
16 key touch MIDI keyboard
MIDI DIN In and Out – Analogue clock sync In and Out connections
Class compliant MIDI provided over USB connection to host computer or tablet
Headphone and line output
Power by USB or 6 x AA batteries
Optional software editor available for MacOS, Windows, IOS and Android
Portable and compact design"

Modal SKULPT Firmware 2.0 Now Available

via Modal Electronics

– With new features and improvements, SKULPT is now more attractive for today’s sound designers and musicians, new MODALapp version available as well –

Bristol, UK – 7th July 2020 Modal Electronics, one of the leading synthesiser manufacturers, is proudly releasing Firmware 2.0 for its SKULPTsynthesisers to its users. With significant new functions and many improvements, Firmware 2.0 offers more sonic and functional versatility for creative musicians and sound designers alike. At the same time, a new release of the free MODALapp 2.5.0 becomes available for all supporting platforms, including macOS, Windows, iOS, iPadOS and Android, while the MODALapp plugin for AU and VST3 compatible DAWs was undergoing a refreshment, too.

With the newly introduced MPE support SKULPT is compatible with MPE controllers. With MPE, every played note can be articulated individually and allows a more expressive performance. Because each MIDI note is assigned to its unique MIDI channel, every MIDI note can receive dedicated MIDI Channel-Expression commands. This feature delivers creative, next-level performance opportunities. SKULPT is now the most affordable MPE polyphonic hardware synth available on the market.

SKULPT’s integrated Arpeggiator offers the new mighty Sustain/Arp Latch Mode to expand the performance versatility. This function works like a classic arp hold that can also be used when the arpeggiator isn’t engaged.

The new Global Tune Setting ensures better integration of SKULPT into mixed setups with other, less accommodating equipment in studio and live applications, like analogue synthesisers or DJ turntables, which tend to be less precise in tuning.

Finally, a new global setting enables a MIDI-In Offset, that simplifies the integration of Skulpt as a desktop module with other synths. MIDI-In Offset allows the configuration of the correct pitch playing range of each individual patch without having to adjust the octave settings of the external controller.

SKULPTsynthesiser is available through selected retailers worldwide. To install the firmware upgrade, the free MODALapp, Modal’s universal editor and sound managing app is required.

Stimming reviews Modal Electronics' SKULPT and CRAFT 2.0 Synth (Electronic Beats TV)

Published on Jul 15, 2019 Telekom Electronic Beats

"Martin Stimming, Telekom Electronic Beats TV’s resident studio wizard, tests out the Modal Electronics Skulpt and Craft 2.0 Synthesizer. The Skulpt is a four-voice, virtual analogue synthesizer with 32 oscillators. And the Craft is a monophonic wavetable synth with 8 oscillators and 2 selectable waveforms. Stimming runs through their possibilities in this review here on Telekom Electronic Beats TV."

Modal Electronics Black SKULPT synthesiser - ORGANSMIC & GLITCHMOB

Published on Aug 9, 2018 Modal Electronics

Two new demos of the Modal Electronics SKULPT synthesizer.

DAWless Jam w/ Seq, Midimini V30, Delta CEP A, Craft Synth 2.0, Nyx v2, Alpha Base, Fusebox

Published on Dec 30, 2019 VCO USA

"A fun, live DAWless jam sequenced all on the Polyend Seq using: Studio Electronics V30, Modal Electronics Craft Synth 2.0, Radikal Technologies Delta CEP A, Dreadbox Nyx V2, Jomox Alpha Base, and Analogue Solutions Fusebox! No external FX used."

Dawless Jam: Midimini V30 | Jomox Alpha Base | Modal Skulpt | Polyend Seq

Published on Dec 26, 2019 VCO USA

"A short take of a DAW-less jam with the Studio Electronics Midimini V30, Jomox Alpha Base, and Modal Electronics Skulpt. Sequenced via the Polyend Seq !"

Modal Electronics SKULPT - Stranger Things Themed Patches

Published on Jul 3, 2019 Modal Electronics

"Is anyone else a little bit excited?

We can't wait. We created this teaser on a SKULPT to get you in the mood.

Download our free Stranger Things themed Patches and MIDI files for your SKULPT synthesiser below.

Update: new link for the patches here: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/6k6b1lsc0irs7ki/AAA2ciUvT3nOFO0fqh2E4-83a?dl=0

Modal Electronics Skulpt Polyphonic Synthesizer with Custom Knobs

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via this auction

"Model Electronics Skulpt in excellent condition with an Intellijel knob mod! The Skulpt is an amazing sounding poly synth with tons of capability and a great free editor. If you're looking for a fantastic poly synth that wont take up a lot of room and is fun to play, the Skulpt is a great choice!

BONUS: Intellijel knob upgrade
With the knob upgrade it makes navigating and understanding the layout way easier and intuitive, see the picture to see what I mean. The colors correspond to the different sections. The original black knobs will be included (of course), along with original box and manual card."

Modal Electronics Skulpt (Presets Bank 3)

Published on Jan 25, 2019 3rdStoreyChemist

3rdStoreyChemist Modal Electronics Skulpt videos.

Modal Skulpt SE - Whats the Difference? Sonic LAB Review

video by sonicstate

"Modal Electronics Skulpt has proven to be quite a popular little digital desktop synth. With four voices, each with two oscillators that can be up to four spread each (total 32 Oscillators across 4 voices) a morphing 2 pole digital filer, three envelopes, three LFOs and Delay and a distortion.

It was actually launched successfully by 300% on Kickstarter, and now due to manufacturer scale is available as the Skulpt SE which is priced at £169 (original price £269) an impressive price reduction."

Also see: Modal Skulpt - 4 Voice Virtual Analog Synthesizer Review - Sonic LAB

Modal SKULPT synthesiser Sequence Quantise - SKULPT firmware V1.7

Published on Apr 5, 2019 Modal Electronics

"Modal Electronics is delighted to announce the release of V1.7 of the Modal SKULPTsynthesiser firmware and V2.0.5 of the MODALapp editor for the Modal SKULPT and CRAFT range. In addition to a range of fixes and improvements, the new SKULPTsynthesiser firmware and app bring several new features, requested by users around the World.

One of the major new features V1.7 brings to Modal's portable powerhouse synth is quantisation of notes input to the sequencer. Users can select from 32nd, 16th or 8th note quantise.

MODALapp 2.0.5 brings additional controls for the quantise feature, in addition to the ability to import and export SKULPTsynthesiser patches from desktop versions of MODALapp, meaning you can backup, archive, or share your patches however you want!"

Cover Blade Runner "End titles"

Published on Feb 17, 2019 FM74

"This cover is not intended to be a true copy of Vangélis' work, it is only made to show Skulpt's sound creations on a composition known to all.

Ce cover n'a pas la vocation d'être une copie conforme de l'oeuvre de Vangélis, il est seulement réalisé afin de montrer les possibilités de créations sonore du Skulpt sur une composition connue de tous"

Follow-up to cover blade runner With only the SKULPT Modal

Modal Electronics Skulpt played with Quasimidi Cyber 6 midi keyboard controller.

Modal Electronics SKULPT synthesiser Sequencer Tutorial

Published on Mar 4, 2019 Modal Electronics

"Here’s a short walkthrough of the SKULPT sequencer where you can learn how to operate and master this performance tool in just 2 minutes."

Modal Electronics SKULPT synthesiser Patch Demos

Published on Aug 7, 2018 Modal Electronics

"Preview of some of the sounds that can be made from our new synth SKULPT available now on Kickstarter - http://kck.st/2us3HE3"

Model Electronics SKULPT Synthesiser Livestream Overview

Premiered 48 minutes ago Matthew Hodson

"This is a quick run down of the NEW #SKULPT #synthesiser by #Modal #Electronics. Here I give an overview and a run down of the main features while trying out some of the built in presets. This is a livestream so this is unedited, so apologies for any quirks or rambling 😁

🎼 The track I composed using only this synth can be heard here:"



"UK based artist and synth enthusiast Matthew Hodson was one of the first to get his hands on a prototype of the Modal SKULPT synthesiser. He produced this banging demo track showcasing some of the sonic capabilities our new portable polyphonic synth can dish out.

One half of the Knighstown outfit, Matthew is a busy performer and music producer who has worked in some of the best studios up and down of the UK. Just signed to the legendary FatCat Records, his future sonic excursions will see Matthew produce his own brand of psychedelic techno characterised for his controlled fusion of both ambient and aggressive electronica. His latest album ‘DETACH’ builds on layers of rhythms and melody, drenched in arrhythmic delays and swashes of reverb, which masterfully play with song structure, provoking the listener with familiarity and yet disconnection - is out now via his own label Solitude. Recent performances by Hodson include opening for Wire, supporting the likes of Alex Banks (Monkeytown Records), Ulrich Schnauss, Rival Consoles (Erased Tapes) and also working with the original BBC Radiophonic Workshop on their new material at Peter Gabriel’s Realworld studios.

WEBSITE : www.matthewhodson.com/"

SKULPT Modal ; Introduction a MODALapp

Published on Jan 5, 2019 Synth4you

"Partie 1 de l'introduction a MODALapp

La page Editor

- Les oscillateurs
- Le filtre
- La fonction détune du générateur 2
- La fonction Spread"

Modal Electronics SKULPT software editor demo.
Optional software editor available for macOS, Windows, iOS and Android.

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