Getting Started
Top Toolbar and Preset Browser
Bass Section
Strings Section
Poly Synthesizer Section
Lead Synthesizer Section
Output Mixer
Master Controls
LFO Section
Effects
Bender Controls
Arpeggiator
Touch Sensor
Using Quadra Multi Out Version
MIDI Controllers Setup and The MIDI Tab
QWERTY Musical Typing Keyboard (MTK)
Settings
An arpeggiator is a step sequencer that individually plays each note of a chord in an ascending or descending pattern across one or more octaves. The original ARP Quadra arpeggiator was misleadingly labeled "sequencer" and was a pretty basic affair. We've expanded it with additional modes and functionally.
The Arpeggiator only affects the Lead Synthesizer (hence the arrow and big orange box to remind you).
Sync- Engaging the Sync switch locks arpeggio timing to master tempo. When engaged, the Speed slider 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 Quadra standalone version or the current project tempo when the plug-in version is used in a DAW. Arpeggiator sync is especially useful when combined with the Echo section Sync switch - try setting the Arpeggiator rate to 1/16, and the Echo Time to 1/8 Dotted.
Speed- Sets the rate of arpeggiator play. The LED flashes at the current rate.
Range- Selects how many octaves the pattern will play before repeating.
Buttons
On/Off- Enables and disables the arpeggiator.
Pattern- Selects the order in which the notes of the chord will be played.
Down- Plays notes in order from highest to lowest.
Up- Plays notes in order from lowest to highest.
Up/Down- Plays notes from lowest to highest then back to lowest again (the highest and lowest note will be played twice in a row).
Random- Randomly cycles through notes.
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 to a sustain pedal or button on a MIDI controller can be useful for conveniently toggling Hold on and off.