Modal Argon 8M Desktop / Rack Wavetable Synthesizer w/ the OG Box
Modal Argon 8M Desktop / Rack Wavetable Synthesizer w/ the OG Box
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For sale: Modal Electronics Argon 8M desktop / rack wavetable synthesizer in excellent condition. Includes the original box and all original materials, including the rack ears, USB cable, power supply, and quick start guide. The synthesizer itself is exceptionally clean, with only very minor rack rash on the rack ears (see photo 14) that would be hidden if the unit were mounted in a rack again.
Details below:
Includes the original box, rack ears, USB cable, power supply, and quick start guide.
Excellent cosmetic condition and perfect working order.
All encoders, buttons, and controls function as intended.
Unit has been cleaned and carefully inspected prior to listing.
Very minor rack rash on the rack ears (see photo 14). This would be hidden if the unit were mounted in a rack.
The Modal Argon 8M is an 8-voice wavetable synthesizer that combines a deep synthesis engine with an approachable interface. When paired with the Modal app, patch management, modulation routing, and firmware updates become fast and intuitive. The Argon excels at evolving pads, shimmering textures, digital soundscapes, punchy basses, and expressive leads while remaining easy to navigate and program.
Sale includes the synthesizer, original box, rack ears, USB cable, power supply, quick start guide, and free shipping to the continental US.
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- Voices & Engine: 8-voice polyphonic wavetable synthesizer based on Modal’s advanced wavetable engine, designed for modern digital sound design and evolving textures
- Oscillators: Two wavetable oscillators per voice with 120 carefully curated wavetables and multiple morphable waveforms, plus sub-oscillator and noise source for added depth and weight
- Modes: Polyphonic, monophonic, unison, and chord modes with adjustable voice stacking and detune
- Modulation Matrix: Extensive modulation matrix with multiple sources and destinations, allowing deep routing between envelopes, LFOs, oscillators, filters, and effects
- Envelopes & LFOs: Three ADSR envelopes (amp, filter, and mod) and two audio-rate LFOs per voice, plus additional global modulation options
- Filter: Programmable 4-pole morphable filter with low-pass, band-pass, high-pass, and notch responses, plus drive for added character
- Effects: Onboard stereo effects including chorus, phaser, flanger, delay, reverb, distortion, and compressor, fully modulatable via the matrix
- Sequencer & Arpeggiator: Built-in real-time step sequencer with parameter automation and a flexible arpeggiator for rhythmic and melodic pattern creation
- Memory: 500 patch memory locations (factory and user), with full patch management via the Modal app
- Controls: Hands-on front-panel control with 29 encoders, buttons, and OLED display optimized for desktop use
- Connectivity: MIDI In/Out (DIN), USB MIDI, stereo audio outputs, headphone output, sustain input, and external clock sync
- Form Factor: Compact metal desktop module designed for studio setups, portable rigs, and live performance environments
- Use Cases: Wavetable synthesis, evolving pads, complex digital textures, basses, leads, and compact live or studio rigs

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