Torso Electronics S-4 Sculpting Sampler Audio Instrument

At a Glance

Audio Engine

• 4 parallel stereo audio tracks
• Tape player with live looping capabilities
• Polyphonic sample player
• Live granular processing with time-warping and pitch-shifting algorithms
• Morphing resonator (48-band filter bank)
• Bit crushing, drive, and compression
• Combined reverb and delay with pitch-shifting and shimmer

Modulation

• 4 modulators per track
• Modulate any parameter of the audio engine
• Modulator types:
  • Complex LFOs
  • Generative sequencing tools
  • Envelopes

Hardware

• Quad-core 1.5 GHz processor
• 4 GB flash memory (sample pool)
• 24-bit / 48 kHz stereo audio in and out

I/O

• 2 line-inputs
• 2 line-outputs
• Built-in microphone
• Stereo headphone output
• MIDI in/out
• Analog sync in/out
• USB-C

Miscellaneous

• WiFi � Ableton Link
• Class-compliant USB audio interface
• Expandable number of inputs/outputs with class-compliant USB interfaces

User Interface

• High-resolution LCD color display, 3.5"
• 21 tactile RGB buttons
• 9 high-quality endless encoders

Audio Engine

Push the creative boundaries and transform audio into uncharted depths. S-4 has four parallel stereo tracks, each of which contains a chain of five audio devices tailored to cover specific sonic areas and applications. Create everything from glittering textures to broken soundscapes or evolving synth sounds.

Together, the devices form a playful toolbox for sculpting sample material and live audio.

• Material: Stereo tape and sample players with live audio and looping capabilities.
• Granular: Live granular processing with time-warping and pitch-shifting algorithms.
• Filter: Morphing resonator: 48-band tuned filter bank with animation, tonal control, and classic filter functions.
• Color: Collection of destructive effects including bit crushing, drive, and compression.
• Space: Combined reverb and delay with pitch-shifting and shimmer.

Modulation System

Animate and bring life to any parameter using the rich and unique modulation system. Each track has four configurable modulators that can be mapped to any parameter with unlimited mapping destinations. It is even possible to do cross-modulation between modulators. Choose between a range of different modulators from complex LFOs and generative sequencers to envelopes.

Capture Your Surroundings

Utilize the built-in microphone to record sounds, sample and loop your external gear with the stereo line input, resample the internal tracks, or effortlessly load samples from the S-4's flash memory or an external drive

Versatile Powerhouse

The S-4 is designed with durable RGB buttons offering tactile feedback and a high-quality 3.5-inch LCD display ensuring all the visual feedback you need. It features USB connectivity for seamless connection to class-compliant devices and effortless file transfers to and from your laptop. Moreover, it can function as an audio interface when you require a simplified setup. You can also expand the number of inputs and outputs by connecting a class-compliant external USB interface.

Use Cases

The S-4 is a versatile powerhouse, capable of serving as an effects processor, transformative sound designer, tape machine, live looper, classic sample player, or textural synthesizer.

• Tape machine: Capture your surroundings. Use S-4 as a transformative four-track tape machine.
• Effect processor: Manipulate live audio, and add color and textures to your beats, melodies, and sounds
• MIDI-controlled sampler: Hook up a MIDI keyboard or sequencer and use S-4 as a powerful textural synthesizer and sample player.

Torso Electronics S-4Specs

Sound Generation	Digital
Number of Pads	No
Internal Memory	4 GB
Audio I/O	2x 1/4" TRS Balanced or Unbalanced Stereo Line Input 2x 1/4" TRS Balanced or Unbalanced Stereo Line Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Stereo Headphone Output
MIDI I/O	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Input 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Output
USB I/O	1x USB-C (Class-Compliant USB 2.0, Audio Record, Audio/Media Playback, Bus Power, Host Connection, MIDI, USB Audio Output, Update)
Media/Memory Card Slot	No

Sound Generation	Digital
Number of Pads	No
Expression Controls	8x Knob 21x RGB Backlit Button
Transport Controls	Yes
Display	Main Display: 3.5" / 88.9 mm Color LCD
Internal CPU	1.5 GHz Quad-Core
AD/DA Conversion	24-Bit / 48 kHz
Standalone Operation	Yes

Set Lists & Kit Chaining	Yes
Internal Memory	4 GB
Sampling Formats	WAV - 48 kHz / 24-Bit
Built-In Effects	3x Modulation Distortion/Drive Reverb Delay: Pitch Shift
Built-In Speaker	No

Sequencer	No
Number of Recorder Tracks	4x Audio
Audio Recording Formats	WAV: 48 kHz / 24-Bit

Audio I/O	2x 1/4" TRS Balanced or Unbalanced Stereo Line Input 2x 1/4" TRS Balanced or Unbalanced Stereo Line Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Stereo Headphone Output
Trigger Device & Pedal Inputs	No
MIDI I/O	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Input 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Output
CV/Gate I/O	No
Sync I/O	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Clock Input 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Clock Output
Network I/O	No
USB I/O	1x USB-C (Class-Compliant USB 2.0, Audio Record, Audio/Media Playback, Bus Power, Host Connection, MIDI, USB Audio Output, Update)
Media/Memory Card Slot	No
Internal Drive Bays	No
Wireless	Wi-Fi *Built-In

Included Software	No
Mobile App Compatible	No

Power Requirements

USB Bus Power

Color	Black
Included Accessories	No
Dimensions	9.5 x 6.1 x 1.5" / 24.1 x 15.5 x 3.8 cm
Weight	1.8 lb / 0.8 kg

Package Weight	2.585 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	11.5 x 7.2 x 3.5"