Lethal v1 - User Manual

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USER MANUAL
© 2020 Lethal Audio Co Pty Ltd | www.lethalaudio.com

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CONTENTS
1.0 Introduction
2.0 Lethal Installation, Activation & Removing

2.1 Installing Lethal, Core Library & Expansion Libraries
2.2 Activating & Deactivating Lethal
2.3 Updating Lethal
2.4 Removal
3.0 Menu Buttons

3.1 Library
3.2 Arp
3.3 TranceGate
3.4 FX
3.5 Source
3.6 System
3.7 Midi Learn
4.0 Modulation Source

4.1 Amp Modulation
4.2 Filter Modulation
4.3 Pitch Modulation
5.0 Core Functions & Core FX

5.1 Noise
5.2 Unison
5.3 Vibrato
5.4 Stereo Expand
5.5 Drive
5.6 Shine
5.7 Chord
5.8 Direction
5.9 Main Out
6.0 Glide & Poly
7.0 Saving Presets & Parameters
8.0 Support & Troubleshooting

8.1 Tutorials
8.2 Downloads
9.0 Error FAQ & Troubleshooting
10.0 EULA

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Lethal is a powerful synthesiser, with a simple yet comprehensive interface to suit every type of producer
and genre.
Beautifully designed and solid instruments, with an easy to use dynamic interface, is what makes Lethal a
must have for any producer.
In this modern age, time is precious. Lethal makes your music creation process less time consuming and as
simple as possible, yet offering the sophistication and quality you require. Find the sounds you want quickly,
and get back to actually making music.
We know you will enjoy Lethal as much as we do.
For 24/7 assistance, email us at support@lethalaudio.com.

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2.0 LETHAL INSTALLATION, ACTIVATION & REMOVING
2.1 INSTALLING
Lethal is packaged with 2 installers (Lethal Synth & Core Library).

Install the desired VST/AU/AAX Lethal Synth installer, install the Core Library installer, then install any
expansions.
Windows:
Extract the zip files completely, then run the *.msi installer files.
Libraries on Windows (such as Core library & Expansions) are installed to c:\programdata\. You can select a
custom location for the libraries of your choice, however, make sure each library have their own directory.
You cannot install all sounds into the ONE directory, as it will result in read errors within Lethal. We
recommend keeping the stock library naming, but any location is perfectly acceptable. (eg. If you are
wanting to install the Core Library to “E:\LETHAL\”, then make sure to install to “E:\LETHAL\CORE
LIBRARY\”)
Note: Extract the zip file completely BEFORE installing. Running the *.msi installer from within the zip will
not work because the installer cannot read the cab files.
MAC:
Run the package files. If there is an alert on install, command+click (or right click) on the package -> click
open -> proceed with install.
Libraries on Mac (such as Core library & Expansions) are installed to ~/Library/Application Support/
Lethal/. You can select a custom location for the libraries of your choice, however, make sure each library
have their own directory. You cannot install all sounds into the ONE directory, as it will result in read errors
within Lethal. We recommend keeping the stock library naming, but any location is perfectly acceptable.
(eg. If you are wanting to install the Core Library to “E:\LETHAL\”, then make sure to install to “E:
\LETHAL\CORE LIBRARY\”)

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2.2 ACTIVATING AND DEACTIVATING
Activating
You will need your license key. This is shown in your account at www.lethalaudio.com.
Be sure to have an active internet connection.
Once you open Lethal in your host DAW software for the first time, you will be prompted to enter your
license key. Copy and paste your license key (as shown in your account on our site) or type it in manually,
then press OK.
On some DAWs, you may be prompted to enter your license key during the host DAW’s start up scan of
new plugins.
Potential errors on activation: (these are also covered in section 9.0 - Error FAQ & Troubleshooting)
- Activation failed. Connection to the server failed
First thing to check is that you have an active internet connection. Retry activating.
If you are using Windows, and have an active internet connection, then it is most probably a network
adapter issue. It is likely there are network adapters on your system that are disabled.
To make sure they are enabled:

Go to Network Connections.
Search 'Network Connections' at search bar and click 'View network connections'.

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Right click on each adapter and click 'Enable'
Contact us at support@lethalaudio.com for any further assistance.
Deactivating
Simply click on ‘System’ menu in Lethal.
Click ‘Deactivate’, and make sure to tick the box that says ‘Erase existing product key’.
Click ‘Yes’.
You can also manage all your activated systems in your account at www.lethalaudio.com.
Your Lethal license allows 2 activated systems. If you haven’t deactivated Lethal on previous systems, and
you are installing on a new system, you may come across this error:
Log in to your account and scroll down to ‘Activations’. Here you can manage and remove activated
systems. Delete desired activated system and retry activating on the new system.

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2.3 UPDATING LETHAL
Updated versions of Lethal are available from your account.
On Windows, uninstall Lethal before installing the new one.
On Mac, you can install over the existing version.
2.4 REMOVAL
Windows:
Simply uninstall from add/remove programs.
Mac:
We recommend backing up the "/Library/Preferences/com.lethalaudio.Lethal.plist" file first.
Located at: /Library/Preferences/
STEP 1.
Open Terminal.
(Located at Applications/Utilities/, or Launchpad -> Other, or use the keyboard shortcut Command + Space
to bring up Spotlight search, and type Terminal)
STEP 2.
In Terminal, type: defaults read /Library/Preferences/com.lethalaudio.Lethal.plist
Press Return/Enter.

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The installed libraries on your system will be displayed. This is an example of a system with Core Library,
Demo Library and Hip Hop library installed:
STEP 3.
In this example, we are going to remove the ‘DEMO LIBRARY’. Type the exact name inside the " “ of the
library you wish to remove that is shown in the list in step 2.
In terminal, type: sudo defaults delete /Library/Preferences/com.lethalaudio.Lethal “DEMO LIBRARY"
(If you wish to remove other libraries, simply replace ‘Demo Library’ with any other library names listed)

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STEP 4.
You will also need to remove the library. Locate where the library is located (from step 3).
In this example, it is located at /Library/Application Support/Lethal/DEMO LIBRARY.
Delete the "~/Library/Application Support/Lethal/Demo Library" folder.

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3.0 MENU BUTTONS
Lethal’s menu buttons are located bottom-centre of the synth.
3.1 LIBRARY
The Library is where all the presets are located. This section is organised into 3 columns, Library, Category &
Preset. Lethal’s core content and expansions appear in Library.
• Double clicking the desired preset name will load the sound.
• If you create a sound that you would like to save, double click the preset name on bottom bar, type the
desired name, then press the save button.
• Press the star next to the preset title to add to favourites.

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3.2 ARP
Lethal features a simple, yet effective arp that also functions as an automatic arpeggio, pattern and
sequence player depending on the selected mode.
Click+drag on block left/right/up/down to adjust duration/position

Shift+click on block up/down to fine tune position
Right click / Control+click on block to delete
Alt+click / Option+click on velocity layer up/down (blue block behind white block) to adjust arp velocity
Modes:
Up (ascending notes playback in order, starting with the lowest note)
Down (descending notes playback in order, starting with the highest note)
Up/Down (ascending then descending note order)
Random (notes playback in random order)
Poly (plays all held notes)
On / Off
Rate (sets the sync rate) Size

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Octave (sets the arpeggiator cycle to to be transposed up to 4 octaves)

Transpose (determines the pitch of each note in sequence determined by the MIDI notes triggered)
Length (Length adjustment for the note)
Shuffle (affects the time position)
Strum (delays the onset of notes)
Sequences: The Arp features arp presets and sequences to add to your sounds. Use these to generate an
automatic pattern loop on playback.
3.3 TRANCEGATE
Left click on block to add

Right click / Control+click on block to delete
Rate (selects the rate at which the gate pattern plays)

Stereo (in this mode, the 2 rows of gate blocks are arranged and left and right channels can be switched
independently)
Size, Delay, Fade In, Mix, Width, Contour, Shuffle

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3.4 FX
To add an effect, simply right click / control+click on the desired position ( + ) and select an effect.

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Featured FX:
Reverb, Delay, Phaser, Chorus, EQ, Distortion, Bitcrusher
Each added affect can be moved to a specific position on the chain by dragging and dropping.
To turn on and off the effect chain, click the main FX power button.
To bypass a specific effect, click the effect and press ‘BYPASS’
To remove, right click and REMOVE.

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3.5 SOURCE
Amp Source, Filter Source and Pitch Source
These are an option for mod wheel or pressure (aftertouch) linking to the corresponding LFOs.
Pitch Bend range (0 - 4800c = equal to 4 octaves)
Shift / Tune (pitch shifts by semi tone or tune by cents)
Max Poly (sets the amount of notes played at one time) - reduce number of voices on older machines to
save CPU usage.
3.6 SYSTEM
• Displays installed libraries and path of libraries

• Deactivate button
3.7 MIDI LEARN
Right click / control+click on any parameter to enable Midi Learn.

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4.0 MODULATION
Amp Modulation, Filter Modulation and Pitch Modulation
There are 3 interactive displays on the left side of Lethal that control all modulation. Each display has menu
buttons (ENV, LFO, CRV) that you can toggle through to reach the desired parameters.

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4.1 AMP MODULATION
Amp Envelope (ENV)
Attack (Time it takes the envelope to rise)

Decay (Time it takes the envelope to fall from the attack
level to sustain level)
Sustain (The level the sound sustains at after the decay
envelope has ended)
Release (Time it takes the envelope to drop to 0 after the
note has been released)
Velocity (The intensity of velocity sensitivity which determines the strength of the envelope)
Amp (Amp volume)
Amp LFO (LFO)
Sync (When activated, the LFO cycle starts at the beginning

of each note. When off, the LFO will start at a phase
determined by the free running LFO wave)
Beat (When on, Syncs the LFO to the hosts tempo. When
off, the rate is expressed in hertz set by the user)
Wave (Generated wave types: Triangle, Sine, Saw, Square,
Exponent. This is the wave shape that the LFO will play at)
Rate (LFO rate)
Amount (Strength of the generated modulation pulse. LFO wave type can be reversed by a selecting a
negative amount)
Position (Wave cycle start of the LFO)
Fade In (Time before LFO reaches its maximum amplitude. Use this to achieve a fade-in or reverse style
effect in the modulation)
Amp Curve (CRV)
Choose the curve type for each envelope stage by

dragging the curve.

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4.2 FILTER MODULATION
Filter (FIL)
Cutoff (Cutoff frequency of filter)

Resonance (Resonance amount)
Drive (Boosts or dampens signal through the filter type)
Filter Types:
Off (Filter off)

Low Pass (Frequencies below the cut off frequency are suppressed)
High Pass (Frequencies above the cut off frequency are suppressed)
Band Pass (Frequencies below and above the cut off frequency are suppressed)
Notch (Frequencies around the cutoff frequency are suppressed. the resonance parameter will regulate the
width of the filter)
Low/High Shelf (Increases or reduces frequencies below/above the shelf frequency. The gain is controlled
by the drive parameter)
Peak (Makes a peak or dip in the frequency response. The resonance parameter controls the width of the
filter and the drive parameter for the gain)
All Pass (Passes through all frequencies unchanged, but changes the phase of the signal - controlled by
resonance and drive)
Slope (Switchable between 6/12/24db response slope)
Filter Envelope (ENV)

envelope has ended)
Keytrack (When enabled, the filter cutoff frequency follows the midi note, both in positive or negative
values)
Amount (This knob is linked to the FIL tab parameters (eg. cutoff). Use this knob to shape the amount of the
generated modulation pulse as defined by the FIL tab parameters)

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Filter LFO (LFO)

Beat (When on, Syncs the LFO to the hosts tempo. When
off, the rate is expressed in hertz set by the user)
Rate (LFO rate)
Amount (This knob is linked to the FIL tab parameters (eg. Cutoff). Use this knob to shape the amount of
the generated modulation pulse as defined by the FIL tab parameters. LFO wave type can be reversed by a
selecting a negative amount)
Fade In (Time before LFO reaches its maximum amplitude. Use this to achieve a fade-in or reverse style
effect in the modulation)
Filter Curve (CRV):

dragging the curve.

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4.3 PITCH MODULATION
Pitch Envelope (ENV)

envelope has ended)
Keytrack (When enabled the filter cutoff frequency follows the midi note, both in positive or negative
values)
Amount (The amount is in cents. Use this knob to define the amount of the generated modulation pulse.
Range is 0 -> 4800 cents (4 octaves)
Tune
Pitch LFO (LFO)

Beat (When on, the LFO is synced to the hosts tempo.
When off, the rate is expressed in hertz set by the user)
Rate (LFO rate)
Amount (This parameter is linked to the Pitch ENV tab parameters. Use this knob to shape the amount of
the generated modulation pulse as defined by the Pitch ENV parameters. LFO wave type can be reversed
by a selecting a negative amount. Range is 0 -> 4800 cents (4 octaves))
Fade In (Time before LFO reaches its maximum amplitude. Use this to achieve a fade-in effect in the
modulation)

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Pitch Curve (CRV)

dragging the curve.

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5.0 CORE FUNCTIONS & CORE FX
5.1 NOISE
On/Off
Type (White, Blue, Pink)
Amount (Use this knob to adjust the strength of the noise)
5.2 UNISON
Default = 1 voice
Voices (Number of voices of the signal)
Detune (Detunes the voices)
5.3 VIBRATO
On/Off
Rate (The rate of the LFO expressed in hertz, hardcoded as a sine wave)
Depth (The amount of vibrato)
5.4 STEREO EXPAND
On/Off
Width (The width of the stereo effect)
Delay (The delay of each channel to create separation)
5.5 DRIVE
On/Off
Amount (Applies the amount of drive to the signal)

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5.6 SHINE
On/Off
Amount (Shines or dampens the signal)
5.7 CHORD
Note (Plays the single note)

1 octave (Plays current octave + simultaneously one octave up)
2 octave (Voices are distributed evenly between three octaves)
3 octave (Voices are distributed evenly between four octaves)
Fifth (Voices form a fifth)
Seventh (Voices form a seventh)
Cmaj (Voices form a major chord)
Cm (Voices form a minor chord)
Cmaj7 (Voices form a major seventh chord)
C7 (Voices form a major chord with a minor seventh)
Cmmaj7 (Voices form a minor chord with a minor seventh)
Cm7 (Voices form a minor chord with a major seventh)
5.8 DIRECTION
Forwards/Backwards (Plays the direction of the preset)
5.9 MAIN OUT
Level (Overall volume level)

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6.0 GLIDE & POLY
Poly
Type: Mono / Poly / Legato
Glide: Amount of slide from one note to another. (Note that the mono/
poly/legato modes apply different styles of glide)

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7.0 SAVING PRESETS & PARAMETERS
To save your own preset:
• Double click the preset title
• Rename
• Click the save button
Saved sounds will be in the User Presets category.
Saving your own preset will save the entire parameter settings along with the sound. You can also save your
own specific arp, trancegate, and effect patterns to load with any sound. (Double click the title, add your
own name, then press the save button)

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8.0 SUPPORT
8.1 TUTORIALS
Our website features some informative tutorials on how to use Lethal, along with tips and tricks. All tutorials
are available to view on the site.
There are also lot of user generated tutorials and demos on Youtube.
8.2 DOWNLOADS
All downloads are found within your account at www.lethalaudio.com.
Lethal is updated regularly and the latest version will automatically be updated in your account.
If on Windows, remember to extract the zip BEFORE running the *.msi installer.
For support, email us at support@lethalaudio.com. We will always help wherever we can, and as
quickly as possible.

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9.0 ERROR FAQ & TROUBLESHOOTING
_______________________________________________________________________________________
ERROR LIST
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- Activation failed. Connection to the server failed.
First thing to check is that you have an active internet connection.

Retry activating.
If you are using Windows, and have an active internet connection, then
it is most probably a network adapter issue. It is likely there are
network adapters on your system that are disabled.
To make sure they are enabled:

Go to Network Connections.
Search 'Network Connections' at search bar and click 'View network

connections’.
Right click on each adapter and click 'Enable'
If this still doesn't work, there are other ways that our support team can run through with you. Please
contact us at support@lethalaudio.com with the subject 'Activation Failed', and we will help you get it
working.

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_______________________________________________________________________________________
- Activation failed: The product key has already been activated with the maximum number
of computers.
You will need to remove an activated system in order to activate Lethal. You can manage all activations from
within your account.
• Log in to your account.
• Scroll down to 'Activations'.
• Delete the appropriate activated system.
• Now retry activating Lethal on your system.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
- Product not resolved.
When installing libraries while Lethal is open, you may come across a load error when selecting sounds:
This issue can be easily solved by deactivating Lethal and reactivating.
Please follow these steps:
1. Make sure to update to the latest Lethal synth installer from your account.
2. Select 'System' in Lethal.

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3. Click 'Deactivate', and also make sure to tick the box that says 'Erase existing product key'.
4. Click Yes.
5. Close Lethal. Reopen and enter license key.
The libraries will now be activated.
You can also manage/remove activations within your account. Simply scroll down to Activations, where you
will see all activated systems.
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ERROR CODE 4 - Connection to server has failed.
You are on a non-networked machine, or the system has blocked the DAW (and thus Lethal) from the
network. You will need an internet connection to activate Lethal first time running. Open/enabled
networking and then activate your license.
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ERROR CODE 5 - Product has been activated with the maximum number of computers.
You can manage and remove activations in your account at www.lethalaudio.com. See section 2.2.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
ERROR CODE 6 - Product key revoked.
Please contact us at support@lethalaudio.com.
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ERROR CODE 28 - There are network adapters on the system that are disabled.
Enable network adapters and re-try activation.

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10.0 EULA
End User License Agreement
PREFACE: This End-User License Agreement ("EULA") is a legal agreement between you and Lethal Audio Co
Pty Ltd (“LA”) for the LA product accompanying this EULA, which includes computer software and may include
associated media, printed and/or other materials, and "online" or electronic documentation ("SOFTWARE"). By
installing, copying, or using the SOFTWARE, you agree to be bound by the terms of this EULA. If you do not
agree to the terms of this EULA, you may not use the SOFTWARE.
The SOFTWARE is protected by copyright laws and international copyright treaties, as well as other
intellectual property laws and treaties. The SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold.
LICENSE: You may install and use a copy of the current version of the SOFTWARE, or in its place, any prior
version, on 2 (two) machines as long as you are the only user of those DAWs. If other users use the software,
you must buy an additional licence for each user.
RESTRICTIONS: You may not transfer, modify, rent, lease, loan, resell, distribute, network, electronically
transmit or merge the SOFTWARE. You may not reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble the SOFTWARE,
or otherwise attempt to discover the SOFTWARE source code. You are not permitted to copy the SOFTWARE
or any of the accompanying documentation.
COPYRIGHTS: All title and copyrights in and to the SOFTWARE (including but not limited to any images,
photographs, animations, video, audio, music, text, and "applets" incorporated into the SOFTWARE), the
accompanying printed materials, and any copies of the SOFTWARE are owned and/or licensed by Lethal
Audio Co Pty Ltd. The SOFTWARE is protected by copyright laws and international treaty provisions.
Unauthorised reproduction or distribution of the SOFTWARE or documentation is subject to civil and criminal
penalties.
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY: The SOFTWARE is provided "AS IS" and without warranty of any kind. The entire
risk arising out of the use or performance of the SOFTWARE and documentation remains with user. To the
maximum extent permitted by applicable law, LA further disclaims all warranties, either express or implied,
including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, with
regard to the SOFTWARE, and any accompanying hardware. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable
law, in no event shall LA be liable for any consequential, incidental, direct, indirect, special, punitive, or other
damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business profits, business interruption,
loss of business information, or other pecuniary loss) arising out of this EULA or the use of or inability to use
the SOFTWARE, even if LA has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
MISCELLANEOUS: This EULA is governed by Australian law. Should you have any questions, contact us at
support@lethalaudio.com.
Lethal Audio Co Pty Ltd
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© 2020 Lethal Audio Co Pty Ltd | www.lethalaudio.com

2.0 Lethal Installation, Activation & Removing

3.0 Menu Buttons

4.0 Modulation Source

5.0 Core Functions & Core FX

6.0 Glide & Poly

7.0 Saving Presets & Parameters

8.0 Support & Troubleshooting

9.0 Error FAQ & Troubleshooting

© 2020 Lethal Audio Co Pty Ltd | www.lethalaudio.com

We know you will enjoy Lethal as much as we do.

For 24/7 assistance, email us at support@lethalaudio.com.

© 2020 Lethal Audio Co Pty Ltd | www.lethalaudio.com

2.0 LETHAL INSTALLATION, ACTIVATION & REMOVING

Lethal is packaged with 2 installers (Lethal Synth & Core Library).

© 2020 Lethal Audio Co Pty Ltd | www.lethalaudio.com

2.2 ACTIVATING AND DEACTIVATING

Be sure to have an active internet connection.

- Activation failed. Connection to the server failed

To make sure they are enabled:

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Right click on each adapter and click 'Enable'

Contact us at support@lethalaudio.com for any further assistance.

Simply click on ‘System’ menu in Lethal.

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2.3 UPDATING LETHAL

Updated versions of Lethal are available from your account.

On Windows, uninstall Lethal before installing the new one.

On Mac, you can install over the existing version.

Simply uninstall from add/remove programs.

We recommend backing up the "/Library/Preferences/com.lethalaudio.Lethal.plist" file first.

Located at: /Library/Preferences/

In Terminal, type: defaults read /Library/Preferences/com.lethalaudio.Lethal.plist

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In terminal, type: sudo defaults delete /Library/Preferences/com.lethalaudio.Lethal “DEMO LIBRARY"

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In this example, it is located at /Library/Application Support/Lethal/DEMO LIBRARY.

Delete the "~/Library/Application Support/Lethal/Demo Library" folder.

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3.0 MENU BUTTONS

Lethal’s menu buttons are located bottom-centre of the synth.

• Press the star next to the preset title to add to favourites.

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Click+drag on block left/right/up/down to adjust duration/position

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Octave (sets the arpeggiator cycle to to be transposed up to 4 octaves)

Left click on block to add

Rate (selects the rate at which the gate pattern plays)

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Reverb, Delay, Phaser, Chorus, EQ, Distortion, Bitcrusher

To bypass a specific effect, click the effect and press ‘BYPASS’

To remove, right click and REMOVE.

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Amp Source, Filter Source and Pitch Source

Shift / Tune (pitch shifts by semi tone or tune by cents)

• Displays installed libraries and path of libraries

3.7 MIDI LEARN

Right click / control+click on any parameter to enable Midi Learn.

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Amp Modulation, Filter Modulation and Pitch Modulation

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4.1 AMP MODULATION