Moog Music Slim Phatty - Manual (Page 4)

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Slim Phatty User’s Manual - The Basics
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Slim Phatty User’s Manual - The Basics
The Setup and Connections section explains how to unpack, setup and connect the Slim Phatty, and provides
a quick start to get you up and running with your new synthesizer.
The Components section offers detailed explanations of the components that create and modify sound.
First time users should check out the Tutorial in Appendix E, where you will find an explanation of sound
and subtractive synthesis.
For those interested MIDI interface specifics, see the section titled How the SP handles MIDI (page 54), as
well as the MIDI Implementation Chart, which appears in Appendix F.
Throughout the manual you will see icons that point out additional information:
This icon indicates an important note concerning the operation of the Slim Phatty.
This icon indicates a useful performance or programming tip.
This icon indicates technical information for the advanced user or the technically curious.
For those of you who can’t wait to play your new Slim Phatty, the following should get you set up and run-
ning quickly.
NOTE: We encourage you to read the entire manual at some point to learn more about the
instrument and gain a better understanding of what you can do with the Slim Phatty.
Check the contents in the shipping carton
The Slim Phatty is shipped with the following items:
1. The Slim Phatty Synthesizer
2. Power cord
3. CD-ROM containing this User’s Manual & extras
4. Warranty registration card
What you will need
In addition to the Slim Phatty and provided accessories, you will need:
1. A sturdy surface to support the Slim Phatty
2. A MIDI keyboard or MIDI controller
3. A MIDI cable
4. A USB cable to connect the Slim Phatty to a host computer for using USB MIDI
5. A 1⁄4” instrument cable and amplifier, or a pair of headphones
How to Use this Manual
Setup and Connections
THE BASICS