Semi-modular

Semi-modular differs from modular in that there is a normalled signal path under the hood—like a traditional hard-wired synthesizer, it doesn’t require any patching to make sound. However, it is also fitted with patch points that allow the operator to go beyond the set audio signal and control path, opening the door to more creative and complex patches. The semi-modular synth may have many additional functions that can be accessed only by manual patching.