Overview
TOMiC Drum Synth User Manual
Welcome to the official documentation for TOMiC Drum Synth — a professional, next-generation 8-channel (expandable to 16 channels) drum synthesizer built in Rust and operating as a VST3, CLAP plugin, and Standalone application.
📚 Table of Contents
Chapter
Title
Description
Chapter 01
Introduction & Architecture
Overview of capabilities, design philosophy, initial setup, and main interface.
Chapter 02
Synthesis Engine & Layer Morphing
Dual Layer (A/B) architecture, 11 synthesis architectures, oscillators, Braids, Plaits, Harmonics, and Granular.
Chapter 03
Noise Generators & Sampler
12 noise types, Karplus-Strong physical modeling, sample player, Round Robin, and slicing editor.
Chapter 04
Modulation Matrix
LFO, ModEnv, Marbles, Markov, Lorenz, Cellular, Tidal, Orbital, Chladni, CvGranular, HandMade, XY Pad, and Macro Knobs.
Chapter 05
Per-Channel FX Chain
12 filter models, up to 8 filters per chain, 8 distortion algorithms, Spectral Gate, Reverb, Delay, and more.
Chapter 06
Step Sequencer & Song Mode
13 pattern slots (12 lettered banks A-L + FILL), 64 steps, Euclidean patterns, TrigConditions, MIDI export, and Song Mode.
Chapter 07
Mixer Console, Master, AI & Artchemy
Mixer console, faders & meters, Pattern Lock (PAT), Master FX/Filter, Presets, AI generator, and Artchemy visual bridge.
Chapter 08
Specifications & MIDI Chart
MIDI note mapping, MIDI CC Learn, keyboard shortcuts, and technical specifications.
🎨 Main Interface Overview (GUI)
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TOMiC Interface Overview
Figure 0.1: Main user interface view of TOMiC Drum Synth.
💡 Portal Features & Navigation
🔍 Instant Search (
Cmd+K / /): Search topics across all chapters with live keyword highlights.🖼️ HD Lightbox Viewer: Click any screenshot or diagram to view full high-resolution interface images.
🌐 Dual Language (EN / PL): Switch between English and Polish instantly using the header toggle.
📌 Interactive Sidebar & Progress: Auto-highlighted Table of Contents (ScrollSpy) and reading progress tracking.