Modor NF-1 Polyphonic Analog Modeling Synthesizer
Modor NF-1 Polyphonic Analog Modeling Synthesizer
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For sale: Modor NF-1. This compact 8-voice polyphonic synth is a distinctive gem, blending virtual analog warmth with unconventional digital synthesis techniques. Its standout feature is the formant filter, which imparts vocal-like qualities to sounds, alongside a versatile oscillator section capable of producing everything from classic waveforms to gritty, experimental timbres. The deep modulation matrix allows for intricate sound sculpting, making it ideal for crafting unique pads, leads, and evolving textures that stand out in any mix. The delay is also fantastic, and fully capable of going into overdrive by maxing out the mix and feedback settings, giving you insane delay tails (tons of fun, don't blow your speakers folks!). The interface is intuitive, with hands-on knobs and a clear display for effortless tweaking. This unit is in great condition, well-maintained, and perfect for musicians seeking a boutique synth with a bold, unconventional character for studio or live use.
Updated to the latest OS (18) and the default patch library has been loaded.
All new caps from Belgium for the pots and encoder are nice and white (the previous set were yellowed and not responding to whitening techniques).
Includes the wood sides + rack mount kit. Some people (myself included) like the desktop look better without the wood sides (see photo 24 / this is a stock photo). Looks glorious in a rack as well :)
This unit is stable running OS 18, but you must disable either CtrlChangeTx (send) or CtrlChangeRx (receive) to keep the unit from crashing when certain buttons are pressed. We have been in touch with Marcel over at Modor, and he's expecting to fix this in a future update (we are the first to report the issue). That said, the unit works fine. We prefer to disable CtrlChangeTx (current setting) so things like filter sweeps can still be sent via CC when tracking, but you can switch between so long as both aren't active when you return to editing patches / pressing buttons on the synth.
A scuff in the original finish has been touched up. While not perfect, it hides better than the scuff. See photos 19-20.
Sale includes the synth, power supply, wood sides, rack mount kit, original manual, and a few stickers that came with the new caps.
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The Modor NF-1 is a polyphonic virtual analog synth known for experimental tone shaping and real-time control. Great for studio sound design. - Brand: Modor - Model: NF-1 - Type: Polyphonic Analog Modeling Synthesizer - Condition: Used - Features: Virtual analog synthesis, real-time controls - Use Case: Studio music production, experimental sound design
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- Synthesis Type: Digital, with subtractive, FM, formant-based FM (FBFM), and additive synthesis.
- Polyphony: 8 voices; monophonic/legato modes; not multitimbral.
- Oscillators: 3 per voice:
- Waveforms: Sawtooth, triangle, square (PWM), additive (10 harmonics), FM, FBFM, Karplus-Strong, noise, vocal formants.
- FM/FBFM: Adjustable carrier/modulator ratios via dedicated buttons.
- Osc sync; Osc 2 modulates Osc 1; Osc 3 independent tuning/level.
- Formant synthesis: Vocal-like timbres, adjustable formant shift/spread.
- Filters: 1 resonant multimode filter per voice:
- Modes: Lowpass, highpass, bandpass (12dB/octave); comb filter (added in OS003).
- Formant filter: 3 morphing vowels (10 presets) for vocal effects.
- Filter envelope: ADSTR, modulates cutoff, resonance, or FM amount.
- Effects: DSP effects chain:
- Chorus/Flanger: Adjustable rate/depth; MIDI-syncable flanger.
- Phaser: Classic, swirling modulation.
- Delay: MIDI-syncable, adjustable time/feedback.
- Reverb: Adjustable size/decay for ambient depth.
- Routing: Fixed serial (chorus/flanger/phaser → delay → reverb).
- Modulation:
- Mod Matrix: 3 slots, sources (LFOs, envelopes, velocity, mod wheel) to destinations (e.g., filter, FM, pitch).
- 3 LFOs: Triangle, saw, square, S&H; free-running or MIDI-syncable.
- 2 ADSTR Envelopes: Filter (cutoff, FM, pitch); amplitude (volume).
- Velocity/Aftertouch: Modulates osc mix, filter, effects parameters.
- Memory (OS 011): 448 patches (7 banks, A-G, 64 patches each); factory presets (75.1kB SysEx) at modormusic.com/downloads.
- Arpeggiator: Programmable, Up/Down/Random/Chord modes, 1–4 octaves, MIDI-syncable, adjustable speed/gate/swing.
- Control & Interface: 42 knobs, 20 switches, 1 encoder, LCD; dedicated Waveform, FM Carrier, FM Modulator buttons; hands-on design.
- Connectivity:
- Outputs: Stereo 1/4” (unbalanced), 24-bit D/A.
- Inputs: None (no external processing).
- MIDI: In, Out, Thru (5-pin DIN); SysEx for patches/firmware.
- Pedal: Sustain, volume/modulation (1/4” jacks).
- Physical Design: White steel chassis, wooden end cheeks, rack ears; 440 x 267 x 80 mm; ~3.5 kg.
- Additional Features:
- Unison Mode: Stacks voices (1–4 voices).
- Formant Sequencer: Programmable vocal-like patterns.
- OS 011: Adds envelope looping, polyphonic aftertouch, MPE support.
- Sound: Bright digital to warm analog-like tones, ideal for techno/ambient.
- Limitations: No USB port; SysEx-only firmware updates; fixed effects routing; no external input.
























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