These sections can be assigned to two different regions of the keyboard independently, and the Trident also offers a flanger effect along with a joystick for pitch bending and modulation.

[2][3] In 1982, the enhanced MkII version was introduced, offering additional memory, improved stability, and an extra ADSR envelope.

It includes an octave split function, allowing these sections to be assigned to upper, lower, or both ranges of the keyboard.

This setup allows each part to be individually routed to external effects or different mixer channels for separate sound processing such as volume and panning.

There are modulation inputs for expression, allowing for volume control of the three sections through a foot pedal or external CV source.

This model also addressed thermal issues with improved heat-sinking and a more robust power supply, leading to greater stability without altering the sound character.