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Moog Minimoog Model D User Manual

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  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    —Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Please note that any changes or modifications made to this product not expressly approved by Moog Music Inc. could void the user’s authority granted by the FCC to operate the equipment.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION A Brief History New Features Overview GETTING STARTED Contents Setup & Connections Audio Monitoring CREATING SOUND FEATURES & CONTROLS Overview Oscillator Bank Controllers Left-Hand Keyboard Panel Mixer & Noise Modifiers Output Keyboard Top Patch Panel PERFORMANCE TIPS & TECHNIQUES Processing External Audio Enhancing a Keyboard Performance Creating FM Effects...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    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.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Registration card SETUP & CONNECTIONS The front panel of the Minimoog Model D is hinged, so use caution and avoid grasping the top of the panel when lifting or moving the instrument. Place the Minimoog Model D on a stable surface such as a table or keyboard stand. Be sure the instrument is placed at a comfortable playing height.

  • Page 9: Audio Monitoring

    5. Now turn on the monitoring system, and raise the levels to an appropriate audio level. NOTE: Because the Minimoog Model D is an analog instrument, please allow it to warm up for 10-20 minutes before use. This will best ensure the most stable performance.

  • Page 10: Creating Sound

    Minimoog Model D, and to allow it to interface with other voltage-controlled equipment. SOUND EXPERIMENTS If you are not familiar with analog subtractive synthesis or with the Minimoog Model D, here are some quick experiments to introduce you to the main sound-creation components and their functions. Begin by setting the Minimoog Model D front panel controls as shown below.

  • Page 11: Features & Controls

    And like its modular ancestors, the Minimoog Model D is constructed of independent synthesizer circuits connected by audio pathways and control lines. In place of patch cables, the Minimoog Model D uses color-coded rocker switches to establish connections between these circuit elements, or modules.

  • Page 12: Oscillator Bank

    OSCILLATOR BANK Oscillators are the primary source of sound in an analog synthesizer. The Minimoog Model D OSCILLATOR BANK contains three nearly identical Oscillators. This arrangement means each key can sound up to three oscillators—each with its own Waveform, Octave, and Pitch setting—creating a deep or complex sound.

  • Page 13: Controllers

    The Minimoog Model D contains a number of modulation sources that can affect the pitch of the Oscillators or the Cutoff Frequency of the Filter. In this regard, the Minimoog Model D has been modified from its original design, and two black rocker switches have been added to the CONTROLLERS section.

  • Page 14: Left-Hand Keyboard Panel

    The zero position for the PITCH Wheel is in the center, allowing the pitch to be bent either sharp or flat. NOTE: The PITCH Wheel on the Minimoog Model D does not have a spring-loaded return, but does have a center-detent.

  • Page 15: Mixer & Noise

    Frequency will lower at the rate set using the DECAY TIME knobs in the MODIFIERS section. (Page 16). MIXER & NOISE The MIXER sets the levels of all five of the Minimoog Model D audio sources—3 Oscillators, Noise Generator, and External Audio Input. The combined output of the Mixer next passes through the Filter and finally arrives at the audio output.

  • Page 16: Modifiers

    FILTER CONTROLS CUTOFF FREQUENCY KNOB The Minimoog Model D is equipped with a traditional Moog Ladder Filter with 10Hz-32kHz frequency response. This is a critical component to the thick, punchy and powerful Minimoog Model D sound. When a note is played, harmonic content occurring above the filter Cutoff Frequency is reduced by the filter at a rate of 24dB/Octave.
  • Page 17 MODIFIERS (Continued) COUNTOUR CONTROLS Contour controls provide a way to add articulation to the sound of the synthesizer. The Minimoog Model D features two Contour, or Envelope Generators. One provides a signal to change the Filter Cutoff Frequency over time. The second provides a signal to change the Loudness over time. In both cases, the Contour contains three main controls: ATTACK TIME, DECAY TIME, and SUSTAIN LEVEL.

  • Page 18: Output

    Even though the Minimoog Model D is monophonic, the PHONES jack is a 1/4” TRS Stereo jack, delivering the same signal to both ears. TIP: Mute the Main Output and use a pair of headphones to monitor the Minimoog Model D in order to prepare the next sound or to check the tuning.

  • Page 19: Top Patch Panel

    SysEx commands. MIDI OUT The Minimoog Model D can send MIDI Note, Velocity, and Pitch Bend information, as well as Aftertouch. MIDI THRU This jack rebroadcasts the signal arriving at the MIDI IN jack, and passes it along to other MIDI equipment.

  • Page 20: Audio Outputs

    AUDIO INPUT An external audio source can be introduced into the Minimoog Model D via this input jack. The signal appears at the EXTERNAL INPUT switch and VOLUME knob in the MIXER panel. This allows an external audio signal to be processed, gated, and filtered by the Minimoog Model D.

  • Page 21: Performance Tips & Techniques

    Even with its streamlined control panel, the Minimoog Model D remains a deep and versatile instrument for audio synthesis. Here are just a few examples of how the Minimoog Model D may be used in interesting and perhaps unexpected ways.

  • Page 22: Enhancing A Keyboard Performance

    Wheel, as well as the Range, Frequency, and Waveform settings of Oscillator–3. CREATIVE SWITCHING With a little forethought, the blue and orange rocker switches on the Minimoog Model D can be used to quickly introduce new elements to your performance. For example, by tuning Oscillator–2 and Oscillator–3 to specific intervals in regards to Oscillator–1, extra harmonies or chords can be added to...

  • Page 23: Global Settings

    Power-On Commands. These Commands can only be activated one at a time, but their effect is cumulative. Power-On Commands are retained by the Minimoog Model D, even when the power has been turned off.
  • Page 24 KEYBOARD TUNING ERROR POWER-ON COMMAND The Pratt-Read keyboard on the original Minimoog Model D used a fixed resistor network on each key to set the pitch. This feature can recreate the tuning errors caused by variations in the resistor values to add a more vintage sound and feel to the instrument.
  • Page 25 TIP: By transposing the MIDI note output, you can command a slave MIDI synthesizer to play in parallel harmony with the Minimoog Model D. Additionally, by setting MIDI Local to Off and transposing the MIDI note output, you can play in any key while using normal fingering.

  • Page 26: Oscillator Tuning Procedure

    MINIMOOG MODEL D OSCILLATOR TUNING PROCEDURE From time to time the analog circuitry in your Minimoog Model D may require tuning to ensure peak performance. This tuning procedure should only be performed by a qualified technician. Please follow the procedure carefully and complete each step before advancing to the next step.
  • Page 27 MINIMOOG MODEL D OSCILLATOR TUNING PROCEDURE (Continued) SCALE RANGE OSC 1 OSC 2 OSC 3 A440 OSC 1 RANGE AND SCALE BOARD 1 NOTE: the following procedure uses headphones for the oscillator tuning. An audio amplification system can be used for this instead of the headphones.

  • Page 28: Specifications

    Input Range: +10 millivolts to +2 volts Input Impedance: 1MEG Ohms FILTER Filter Type: Voltage Controlled Low Pass (Moog Ladder Filter) Cutoff Frequency Range: 10 Hz to 20 kHz Filter Slope: 24 dB per Octave Filter Resonance: At Cutoff Frequency...
  • Page 29 SPECIFICATIONS (Continued) AUDIO OUTPUT LEVELS High Level Output Typical Voltage: 0.5 volts Maximum Voltage: 4.2 volts (peak-to-peak) Nominal Output Impedance: 3K Ohms Low Level Output (30 dB below High level) Typical Voltage: 15 millivolts Nominal Output Impedance: 1K Ohms Headphone Output (stereo) Maximum Voltage: 0.3 volts Output Impedance: 8 Ohms KEYBOARD...
  • Page 30 CONTROL VOLTAGE INPUTS Loudness: 1/4” TRS 0 to +5 volts; +5 volts = Unity Gain Ring connector allows pedal control via Moog EP-3 Expression Pedal Filter (Cutoff Frequency): 1/4” TRS 1 volt per octave of change Ring connector allows pedal control via Moog EP-3 Expression Pedal Oscillators (Pitch): 1/4”...

  • Page 31: Warranty

    (828) 251-0090 to register your product. CARING FOR THE MINIMOOG MODEL D Clean the Minimoog Model D with a soft, dry cloth only – do not use solvents or abrasive detergents. Heed the safety warnings at the beginning of the manual. Don’t drop the unit.
  • Page 34 MIDNIGHT FUNK NOTES Adjust Filter Cutoff Frequency to taste. AIR BASS NOTES...
  • Page 35 SAWYER = BASS NOTES Adjust External Input Volume to taste. KRAFT BASS NOTES Adjust External Input Volume to taste. Use Mod Wheel to introduce Vibrato.
  • Page 36 DARK TOMS NOTES VOCAL-BOT NOTES...
  • Page 37 VERY BAD PLACE NOTES 70’s VIOLIN LEAD NOTES Use Mod Wheel to introduce Vibrato.
  • Page 38 ROOM SNARE NOTES Play up and down the keyboard. Adjust Filter Decay and Cutoff Frequency. Use Mod Wheel to add modulation. HI-HAT NOTES Adjust Loudness Decay Time to change behavior/hat tension.
  • Page 39 DRONING BRASS INTRO NOTES Turn Osc 2 Range to 32’ for added depth. BRIGHT & RUDE NOTES Reduce Filter Emphasis for less rudeness.
  • Page 40 STEEL WOUND NOTES FUZZ LEAD NOTES Use Mod Wheel to add Filter Modulation.
  • Page 41 TRI KICK -0.5 NOTES Increase Amount Of Contour to add punch. ABANDONED PLANET -4.5 NOTES...
  • Page 42 BUBBLE BASS 800M NOTES Hold Notes. Pull down Mod Wheel for variation. 3-SQUARE LEAD NOTES Slightly detune Osc 2 & 3. Add Vibrato with Mod Wheel.
  • Page 43 FREQY NOTES JURASSIC LOVE NOTES...
  • Page 44 TORNADUS NOTES OCTAVE OUROBORUS NOTES...
  • Page 45 LIGHT CYCLE NOTES Experiment with the position of the modulation selection switches in the CONTROLLERS section. MORE BOUNCE BASS NOTES Mod Wheel contols Vibrato amount.
  • Page 46 70’s FRENCH SCI FI MOVIE NOTES With Mod Wheel up, Osc 3 Frequency controls rate of “wobbly” modulated Filter. CLASSIC STANLEY NOTES Use Mod Wheel for seasick Vibrato.
  • Page 47 SUB BASS NOTES SYNC-STRIKE NOTES Ensure Osc. 3 tuning is exact for proper performance.
  • Page 48 NOTHIN’ LEAD NOTES Mod Wheel adds Vibrato. SMOOTH-E-P NOTES...
  • Page 49 60’S SPACE NOTES Use Osc 3 Frequency Knob to adjust modulation rate. SOFT REZ BASS NOTES...
  • Page 50 SINGING WIND NOTES SONIC 7 NOTES Beefy Square wave bass with Mod Wheel down. Crazy FX “ala Sonic 6” with Mod Wheel up.
  • Page 51 DESTITUTION NOTES LOOKING GLASS ROCK NOTES Try manipulating the Modulation Mix Control position.
  • Page 52 REZ HIT NOTES Play with the Mod Wheel for varied effect. SQUARE-MEOW NOTES...
  • Page 53 LEVEL-3 NOTES THE HAUNTING NOTES...
  • Page 54 THE JUMP NOTES BROKEN RADIO NOTES All Osc 3 controls, Filter Cutoff and Mod Wheel values can be changed or varied to create interesting effects. Having a long release time after striking notes allows both hands to change multiple knob values at once. Try changing Cutoff and Osc 3 Frequency simultaneously.
  • Page 55 WEST COAST GHOST LEAD -2.5 NOTES Using the A-440 Switch, press A2 on the Keyboard and tune the Cutoff Freq to A-440 (approx. 9 o’clock). OUTLAW NOTES Turn Osc 2 On/Off to introduce bass.
  • Page 56 PRESET NAME: NOTES PRESET NAME: NOTES Download additional patch sheets at moogmusic.com/model-d...
  • Page 57 The Moog Wordmark is a registered trademark of Moog Music Inc. The Moog Icon is a registered trademark of Moog Music Inc. All rights reserved to Moog Music Inc. on all text & graphics here within. Phone: 828.251.0090 Email: info@moogmusic.com Website: www.moogmusic.com...

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