An arpeggiator is essentially a step sequencer that plays each note of a chord individually in an ascending or descending pattern across one or more octaves.
Like all other controls in the Program section, P-10 includes an independent arpeggiator for each layer.
On- Enables and disables the arpeggiator.
Pattern- Defines the order in which the notes of the chord are played. The modes are as follows:
Up- Plays the notes in order from lowest to highest.
Down- Plays the notes in order from highest to lowest.
Up/Down- Plays notes from lowest to highest then back to lowest again.
Random- Plays held notes in random order.
Sync- Engaging the Sync button locks arpeggio timing to master tempo. When engaged, the Frequency knob snaps to note values ranging from 1/64th note triplet to 8 beats. Sync mode locks to the tempo in the top toolbar when using the P-10 standalone version or the current project tempo when the plug-in version is used in a DAW.
Frequency- Sets the pattern speed playback speed from 0.25 to 30 Hz. The LED flashes to indicate the current speed.
Range- Selects how many octaves the pattern will play before repeating.
Hold- When engaged, arpeggios continue to run without having to continuously hold down keys. This allows you to play a series of chords without the arpeggiator stopping as keys are released. Be aware that it will not stop until you disengage the button again. Mapping this to a sustain pedal or button on a MIDI controller can be useful for conveniently toggling arpeggio playback on and off.