User's Manual

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

This section offers an in-depth look at the Theremini’s front panel controls.

The LCD screen in the center is used to display the various selected

functions; during performance, the LCD also offers real-time information

from the built-in tuner.

HEADPHONE JACK

The Theremini is equipped with an 1/8” stereo Headphone Jack for private

practice. When the Headphone Jack is in use, the internal speaker is muted.

Use the VOLUME knob to adjust the headphone volume level.

VOLUME KNOB

There are three ways to enjoy listening to your Theremini: through the

internal speaker; using headphones; or by using the audio output jacks

to connect to an ampliﬁer, recording equipment, etc. The VOLUME knob

is used to control the listening volume of the built-in speaker and the

headphone jack only. An additional Master Volume setting can be

accessed from the SETUP Menu to set a maximum volume level.

PITCH CORRECTION KNOB

Unlike a guitar ﬁngerboard marked with frets, or a piano that uses separate

keys for each note, the Pitch antenna of the Theremini is an electromagnetic

rod, capable of creating huge continuous changes in pitch. By introducing

Pitch Correction, it is possible to create distinct steps that align perfectly

with the notes in a scale.

When the Pitch Correction knob is at its minimum setting, no pitch

correction is being applied, and the Theremini functions just as a traditional

Theremin. By setting the Pitch Correction knob to the middle position,

enough pitch correction is applied to assist in accurately locating notes,

while still allowing subtle hand gestures to create vibrato and pitch bend

effects. With the Pitch Correction knob set to its Maximum position, only

the notes within a selected scale can be played. This setting can be very

rewarding for beginners, but is also very useful as a live performance tool

or effect, opening up a whole new realm of musical capabilities not possible

on a traditional Theremin.