Modal Electronics Element One

Modal Electronics Element One – 8-Voice Virtual-Analog Synthesizer

The Modal Electronics Element One brings serious sound design into a portable, hands-on instrument. With 8 voices of virtual-analog synthesis, 37 full-size keys with aftertouch, and 17 dedicated knobs, it puts immediate, expressive control under your fingers.

Key Features

• 8-voice virtual-analog engine: 64 high-resolution oscillators (up to 8 per voice) for rich, polyphonic sounds
• Expressive 37-key keyboard: Full-size keys with aftertouch and a 4-axis joystick for nuanced playing
• 17 dedicated knobs & 4 assignable encoders: Hands-on tweaking without diving into menus
• 31 morphable filter types: From classic ladder to formant, with continuous morphing between variants
• Built-in studio FX: Pro-grade reverb, delay, and chorus with 100 FX presets included
• 32-step programmable arpeggiator: With keyboard modes — Mono, Poly, Unison (2/4/8), Stack (2/4)
• 500 patch memories: 300 factory programs plus 200 user slots and unlimited custom banks

Customer Benefits

Element One is designed for players who want to create, not just program. Three envelopes, three audio-rate LFOs, and deep modulation routing reward sound designers, while immediate top-panel controls and the joystick keep performers in flow. The free MODALapp editor (VST3/AU/standalone) extends the workflow into your DAW.

Quick Specs

• Polyphony: 8 voices, up to 8 oscillators per voice (64 oscillators total)
• Keyboard: 37 full-size keys with aftertouch
• Filter: 31 resonant filter types with morphing
• Modulation: 3 envelopes (AMP, MOD, FILTER) + 3 audio-rate LFOs with tempo sync
• Memory: 500 patches (300 factory + 200 user) and 100 FX presets
• Display: 1.54" OLED
• Controls: 17 endless encoders, 4 assignable encoders, 11 buttons, 4-axis joystick
• I/O: 2x 6.3 mm TS outputs (L/R), 6.3 mm headphones, 3.5 mm stereo audio in (with FX), sustain & expression pedal jacks, 3.5 mm analog clock sync, MIDI DIN in/out, USB-C MIDI
• Power: 9.0 V – 1.5 A center-positive DC
• Dimensions: 56.1 x 29.3 x 6.7 cm
• Weight: 4.5 kg

What's in the Box

• Modal Electronics Element One synthesizer
• Power supply
• USB-C cable
• Quick Start guide

Use Cases / Ideal For

Studio producers, live performers, and sound designers who need an expressive, portable virtual-analog synth that's equally at home as a primary controller, a desktop synth voice, or a stage workhorse.

Compatibility

Class-compliant USB-C MIDI works with macOS, Windows, iOS, iPadOS, and Android. The free MODALapp editor is available standalone and as VST3 / AU plug-ins for full DAW integration.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Eight-voice polyphony with deep, hands-on virtual-analog synthesis
• Full-size 37-key keybed with aftertouch is rare at this size and price
• 17 dedicated knobs plus joystick give immediate, performance-friendly control
• Free MODALapp editor and DAW plug-ins extend the workflow

⚠️ Cons:

• OLED display is compact compared with larger flagship synths
• Single colour option may not suit every studio aesthetic

Add expressive, hands-on virtual-analog synthesis to your studio with the Modal Electronics Element One.