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Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, but product is in excellent condition and in perfect working order***


Reissued version of one of Dreadbox's back catalogue synths, the Erebus is a paraphonic design with two VCOs, a characterful low-pass filter, built-in delay and updated snappy envelopes.

Supplier's Notes:
Dreadbox's most unique sounding analogue synthesizer is finally back, warmer and snappier than ever!

All you synth lovers, the time has come to dive into the Erebus...

All Analogue Paraphonic Synthesizer
Faithful Reproduction of the Erebus V1
2 Oscillators with 2 Waveforms each
Separate Glide controls and Hard Sync function
2-pole Low Pass pre-fed Filter
1 ADSR envelope and a AR Amp Envelope
Snappier than the V1

OTA VCA
Lo-Fi Delay effect
Wide Range LFO
15 patch points for an astonishing and spectacular modular experience
Compact, USB powered, Eurorack Format (42HP)

Ethereal & Dreamy

Warm sounding Oscillators
Classic Dreadbox Filter
Snappy Envelope Generators
Lo-Fi Delay effect to expand your sound
CV outputs: Envelope, LFO, Mod Wheel, Gate, CV1, CV2
CV inputs: Osc1, Osc2, Echo, Cutoff, CV, Gate, LFO Rate, PW, VCA

Specifications & Connections

USB powered (1.5 Watts)
50 Playing hours with 20,000mA portable power bank
MIDI IN via DIN5
14 MONO TS Jack Out

Dimensions: 21.5 x 13 x 6.5 cm
Weight: 1 kg

Requirements:

USB-A Adapter (5v) with 1000mA or more
MIDI device or keyboard that is equipped with DIN5 midi output
Monitor, Amp or Headphones

Included in the box:

Erebus Eurorack module
42 HP case
1x DIN5 to 3.5mm adapter
1x Ribbon cable

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, product in perfect working order***


Typhon has been developed with ultimate care and love, so as to be a great-sounding, portable and affordable synthesizer. It has a complex modulation routing, 256 preset memory, a 32 note sequencer, and powerful stereo effects developed by Sinevibes.

Since it is packed in a compact USB powered box, it can be carried everywhere you go!

Specifications & Connections:

USB powered (at least 500mA)
60 Playing hours with 20,000mA portable power bank
MIDI Din IN and OUT
1/4 in Stereo Out
1/8 in Headphone Out
1/8 in Mono Audio In (for routing via Typhon FX)

Dimensions: 23 x 13 x 6 cm
Weight: 1kg

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, product in perfect working order***


Typhon has been developed with ultimate care and love, so as to be a great-sounding, portable and affordable synthesizer. It has a complex modulation routing, 256 preset memory, a 32 note sequencer, and powerful stereo effects developed by Sinevibes.

Since it is packed in a compact USB powered box, it can be carried everywhere you go!

Specifications & Connections:

USB powered (at least 500mA)
60 Playing hours with 20,000mA portable power bank
MIDI Din IN and OUT
1/4 in Stereo Out
1/8 in Headphone Out
1/8 in Mono Audio In (for routing via Typhon FX)

Dimensions: 23 x 13 x 6 cm
Weight: 1kg

Notes: Desktop module incarnation of Electrosmith's customisable DSP platform, designed with plenty of audio, MIDI and CV connectivity to allow you to create your own synths, drum machines and sequencers.

Supplier's Notes:
Create a mono-synth, drum machine, or MIDI sequencer with the Field! It works as a great development tool, or handy small-form synth to take with you on the go. Comes with Daisy installed and 9V power adapter.

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, product in perfect working order***


Desktop module incarnation of Electrosmith's customisable DSP platform, designed with plenty of audio, MIDI and CV connectivity to allow you to create your own synths, drum machines and sequencers.

Supplier's Notes:
Create a mono-synth, drum machine, or MIDI sequencer with the Field! It works as a great development tool, or handy small-form synth to take with you on the go. Comes with Daisy installed and 9V power adapter.

Notes: The idea of the Polivoks Mini analog synthesiser came into mind in 1990, as the junior version of its older brother - the well known Polivoks full synth. The aim was to develop a simpler and lighter device that has less components, offers the same broad capabilities, and removes possible flows of the Polivoks full synth. As a result of this research, a new minimalistic schematic appeared. It has fewer controls that are compensated by greater functionality. For example, in the Modulator section the Form switch has been replaced by the controller with triangular oscillation in the middle position and sawtooth shape oscillation smoothly falling in the extreme positions.

The controller for the envelope filter input is set to zero in the middle position and its value increases by turning the knob clockwise, while turning the knob counter-clockwise increases inverse voltage of the envelope generator. The main synthesizer sections, such as generator, famous Polivoks filter and multimode envelope generator, are essentially the same as the Polivoks, and have this unique sound. In addition, the main generator of the Polivoks Mini doesn't require any thermal stabilization or adjustment.

In general, the simplified schematic delivers the sound appreciated by a wide range of musicians with minimal means but new capabilities. The Polivoks Mini is a keyboardless version with integrated USB and MIDI interfaces. The overall design of the Polivoks Mini is made in collaboration with Ms. Olympiada Kuzmina, Polivoks full synth concept designer.

Notes: SOLAR 42 is a unique experimental electro-music instrument, an analogue microtonal ambient drone machine. It will inspire you to find a new and spontaneous approach to composing music. It gives you the ability to create a multi-layered, massive sound. The instrument is oriented for live performances, creating film soundtracks, theatre soundtracks, atmospheric sounds, microtonal and background music. It is an improved version of the older SOLAR 50 model. The instrument was inspired by early electronic musical instruments of the 1920s and 1950s, notably Leo Theremin's "Harmonium" instrument, as well as science fiction film soundtracks.

Solar 42 does not look like a classic synthesiser, which may confuse the user as it looks very complicated. In fact, it is easy to use. It has 8 voices as separate blocks, a mixer with pan and double effector, and various CV blocks.

Features

-Two v/octave VCO voices with different waveform variations, morphing and touch sensitive keypad controller for volt octave voices
-Six drone voices with separate push-button keypad
-Two white noise generators
-Two S&H generators
-Five LFO generators
-5 step sequencer
- Joystick
-Preamp for contact mic + envelope follower
-Stereo mixer with panoramic left and right channels
-Dual analogue 12 dB POLIVOKS filter
-Dual cartridge effector-combiner with CV control
Now you can load a different effect on each channel
-Stereo audio output. Dry audio outputs volt octave voices. External audio input

SOLARs 42 Set

- SOLAR 42
- cartridge kit (12 cartridges) + 1 card OCHRE NEW
- DC 12V 2A power supply
- User manual
- 5 minijack patches
- Sticker pack
- size BOX 67x42x10 cm
- WEIGHT BOX 7 kg

Specifications

-VCO out 10 V ( -5V - +5V)
-EG 0 .... + 8 V
-ENV OUT VOICES 1,2,3,6,7,8 -10 V - + 10 V
-LFOs 0 .. +10V
-Pulser out -10V...+10V
-ENV FOLLOWER 0...+10V, GATE 0...+8V
-JOYSTICK out -10V...+10V
-10...-5...0 left
-5...0...+5 middle
0...+5...+10 right
-S&H -5V...+5V
-VOICE3, 5 modulator out 0....+12V
-5 step seq
CV out 0...+5V
GATE out 0...+10V

Power supply: DC 12V 1A...2A
Weight: 5,4 KG (11,9 lb)
Size: length 49,5 cm x depth 32 cm x height 2,9 cm (5,6 cm height including potentiometer knobs)

Notes: SOLAR 42 is an analogue microtonal ambient drone machine.

It is an improved model of the SOLAR 50.

On board:

Four drone voices as in SOLAR 50
Two new drone voices, totally different from SOLAR 50. To create space sound
effects
Two white noise generators.
Two Samples and Holds
Two volt octave VCO voices with different waveform variations, including
morphing.
Two LFOs as in SOLAR 50.
5 step analogue sequencer
Preamp for contact mic.
Envelope follower
Stereo mixer with panoramic left and right channels
Dual polyvox stereo filter
Dual cartridge effector combiner with CV control. Now you can load a different
effect on each channel.
Stereo audio output
Dry audio outputs volt octave voices
External audio input.
Joystick
Separate push-button keypad for six drone voices
Touch sensitive keypad controller for volt octave voices.
Power supply unit no longer needs to be reset.
Reduced output noise compared to SOLAR 50.

Size: 49,5 x 32 x 2,9 cm
Weight: 5,5 kg
Designed and engineered by Arseniy Tokarev
Elta Music

TOUCH SENSITIVE CONTROLLER settings

Behaviour:
- single: 12 key mode
- twin*: 2x6 key mode, the parameters are the same for both sides
- split*: 2x6 key mode, but with separate parameters for both sides (e. g.: you can have an arpeggiator on one side, but a basic keyboard controller on the other side)
* in twin and split modes the pressure output acts as the note CV output, therefore pressure parameters (output, rise and fall) have no effect

Arpeggiator state:
- off: the module acts as a keyboard controller
- on: enables arpeggiator

Arpeggiator hold:
- off: the arpeggiator will play only while the keys are held
- on: the arpeggiator will continue to play the last progression after the keys are released

Arpeggiator clock:
- sets the clock multiplication/division ratio for the arpeggiator

Arpeggiator direction:
- forward
- backward
- ping-pong
- random

Arpeggiator variation: when enabled the arpeggiated progression will be played again transposed by the selected interval.
- OFF
- x1
- x2
- x3
Arpeggiator variation interval: 1 - 12 semitones

Arpeggiator rhythm: an eight step trigger sequencer placed between the arpeggiators virtual clock input and clock source, applies a rhythmic pattern to the arpeggio. - turn steps on/off

Arpeggiator rhythm length: sets the length of the rhythm sequencer. 1 - 8 steps

Portamento: creates slew limiting effect on the CV output, sets the speed of gliding (ie: how much time it takes to transition from one pitch to the next). 0 - 255

Legato:
- off: portamento is always on
- on: gliding happens only when two or more note plates are touched simultaneously (this parameter has no effect when arpeggiator is enabled)

Vibrato speed: sets the speed of the LFO that's modulating the note CV output. 0 - 127

Vibrato depth: sets the modulation amount. 0 - 127

Vibrato delay: specifies a time delay before vibrato begins to apply until it reaches the full strength specified by the depth parameter. 0 - 127

Vibrato pressure control: when enabled, the modulation amount is altered by the pressure applied to keys.
- off
- on

Pressure output:
- pressure: voltage on the pressure output will continuously follow the pressure applied to key plates
- ASR: attack/sustain/release envelope generator
- AD: attack/decay envelope generator
- LOOP: looped AD envelope generator
- random: outputs a random voltage

Rise: creates slew limiting effect on rising edge in pressure and random modes, sets attack time in envelope modes. 0 - 255

Fall: creates slew limiting effect on falling edge in pressure and random modes, sets decay/release time in envelope modes. 0 - 255

Scale editor: turn notes on/off of the scale applied by the note quantiser, when all notes are disabled the module works as a microtonal keyboard.

Load scale: select and load a preset scale/mode.
- Semitones
- Ionian
- Dorian
- Phrygian
- Lydian
- Mixolydian
- Aeolian
- Locrian
- Blues major
- Blues minor
- Pentatonic major
- Pentatonic minor
-Folk
-Japanese
-Gamelan
-Gypsy
-Arabian
-Flamenco
-Whole Tone

Root note: sets the root note of the scale applied by the note quantiser. C - H

Notes: The WCS-1 is a MIDI synthesizer module that utilizes a digital oscillator followed by all discrete analog circuits in order to produce unusual and 'fat' sounds.The exclusive wave addition resource together witha dual input.

A powerful VCF and a lightning fast VCA makes for powerful sound generation capabilities- an ideal instrument for electronic music perfection.

To make use of the WCS-1, you need a MIDI controller keyboard or anthing else with a MIDI OUT port e.g. MIDI pad controllers, bass pedals, or a computer with a MIDI connection.

The WCS-1 has a 1/4" (P-10) mono jack on the back panel in order to be connected to a sound mixer, computer audio interface, or directly to an amplifier.

Notes: The EML-200 recreation is an old idea that has been in the works for 12 years, and several approaches and circuits have been tested during this time. The first attempt was to create a similar synth that resembles the 200 but with several different modules and circuits.

In 2011, with the growth of the EMW initiative and a few years without focusing on the project, it was embraced again, but now with no more surprises.

The raw and powerful vibration that represents the heart and the root of the analog sound, particualrly from the EML-200 and EML-300, was a key inspiration when creating the EMW-200 and EMW-300.

Notes: The EML-300 was released as a controller or an expansion for the EML-200. It carries an aditional oscillator and have very interesting features that vastly expands the sound creation and controlling of the model 200. Although the original EML-300 has not been designed as a stand-alone instrument, it can do a pretty good job in several situations..
The good news is that our EMW-300 received an extra strenght that allows it to be a more atractive machine in many cases, thats because we implemented an automatic trigger to the Voltage Generator that turns this module on a 16-steps analog sequencer.

Notes: The Shuttle System is a versatile modular setup, capable of generating classical as well as experimental sounds. It comes with a cover and adhesive strip for protecting the system from dust and to carry it around.

The synthesiser is composed of two Buchla style oscillators plus Waveshaper, two function generators, which can be used as envelopes, LFOs or additional VCOs, two filters respectively low pass gates with eight modes of operation and an effects processor.

Furthermore, a mono/stereo mixer with inserts and ducking compressor, utility circuits and a tune section are included. To control all those components, the instrument features an extensively equipped MIDI CV interface. Consequently, the Shuttle System is able to create an extremely wide range of high quality sounds.

The following modules are included in the Shuttle System:

Endorphin.es Cockpit:
The Cockpit is a performance mixer with 4 stereo channels, two channels of send and return to use iOS devices for signal processing (via a 4-pin TRRS cable) and also comes with an integrated compressor with sidechain input.

Endorphin.es Furthrrrr Generator:
The Furthrrrr Generator is a complex, completely analog oscillator inspired by the Buchla 259.

Endorphin.es Gateway:
Gateway is an expander for Endorhin.es Terminal which expands the envelope possibilities, with an integrated autotune-function for VCOs.

Endorphin.es Grand Terminal:
The Grand Terminal is a digital multipurpose module. Its two function generators can be used as envelopes, LFOs or VCOs. The 2 filter channels individually offer 8 modes of operation, and combined with its mixing and routing capabilities and a multi effects unit, it is not only a complete back end of a synth voice, but can also be used as a synthesiser voice, stereo filter bank or general purpose sound effects processor.

Endorphin.es Shuttle Control:
Shuttle Control is a freely configurable converter from USB-MIDI to CV/gate/clock with16 outputs. Use the USB sockets to connect a USB keyboard and the "to device" micro USB connector to hook up a tablet or PC/Mac with controller software which doesn't have to be capable of MIDI. Furthermore it can be used as power supply and distribution and internal MIDI/CV-bus for a small modular system.

Decksaver for Shuttle System:
- Closes patched
- Fits any screws
- Fits any Frap Tools 2x Plus (84 hp) cases with customs Shuttle sides (available as a kit as well)
- Secured with adhesive strip

Notes: Endorphin.es Full Shuttle System, featuring the following modules;

Endorphin.es Cockpit:
The Cockpit is a performance mixer with 4 stereo channels, two channels of send and return to use iOS devices for signal processing (via a 4-pin TRRS cable) and also comes with an integrated compressor with sidechain input.

Endorphin.es Furthrrrr Generator:
The Furthrrrr Generator is a complex, completely analog oscillator inspired by the Buchla 259.

Endorphin.es Gateway:
Gateway is an expander for Endorhin.es Terminal which expands the envelope possibilities, with an integrated autotune-function for VCOs.

Endorphin.es Grand Terminal:
The Grand Terminal is a digital multipurpose module. Its two function generators can be used as envelopes, LFOs or VCOs. The 2 filter channels individually offer 8 modes of operation, and combined with its mixing and routing capabilities and a multi effects unit, it is not only a complete back end of a synth voice, but can also be used as a synthesiser voice, stereo filter bank or general purpose sound effects processor.

Endorphin.es Shuttle Control:
Shuttle Control is a freely configurable converter from USB-MIDI to CV/gate/clock with16 outputs. Use the USB sockets to connect a USB keyboard and the "to device" micro USB connector to hook up a tablet or PC/Mac with controller software which doesn't have to be capable of MIDI. Furthermore it can be used as power supply and distribution and internal MIDI/CV-bus for a small modular system.

Please note: Comes with 2 Pin European Power Supply and may require 2 Pin to 3 Pin Converter Plug.

Notes: Eowave's new analogue duophonic ribbon synthesizer.

Eowave are rethinking instruments from the past with smart sensor technology. The result is a new innovative instrument with real analogue oscillators, a duophonic ribbon, 100% compatible with the computer environment with a USB I/O, MIDI I/O and 4 CV out.

Sensor technology now enables to recreate controls like ribbons with a new accuracy and a new duophonic process. The ribbon enables to play glissando like on a Theremin, les Ondes Martenots or a Trautonium. The addition of 1 x oscillator takes all its dimension with the new duophonic ribbon which extends the instrument sonorities spectral to play simple chords, but also enables numberless modulations, e.g. FM of one oscillator on the second one.

The Persephone markII has 2 x analogue oscillators with a waveform from triangle to saw, going from 1Hz to more than 20000Hz. An analogue resonant 12dB low-pass filter inspired from the filters from the 70s-80s enables to shape the sound. With its entire analogue audio signal path, the Persephone markII can generate notes with a continuous variable range up to 10 x octaves to create deep and resonant cello tones on the lowest notes to ultrasonic frequencies on the highest pitches. An optical modulation key will transmit the slightest vibration for expressive modulations.

16 x routing presets enable to select different routing architectures between the sound parameters and the 7 controls available (ribbon pressure, ribbon position1 & 2, key, pedals 1 & 2, LFO) for 8 destinations (lo pitch, hi pitch, filter, VCA lo, VCA hi, filter mod1, filter mod2 and VCA). 8 x presets are fixed and 8 are editable users presets configurable thru a free software. Users routing presets will be stored in the Persephone2 internal memory. This new section significantly increases the instrument control and modulation possibilities.

The A/D conversion is made with Eowave ESS DSP. This process assures a 12 bits resolution (4096 values) conversion for an accurate musical gesture. It's 100% MIDI compatible and uses USB full speed 12 MB/s. This makes the Persephone2 compatible with all MIDI compatible softwares whilst the latency is reduced at less than 1.5ms.

With a complete I/O section featuring 4 x CV outputs, 2 x pedals inputs, MIDI in & out, audio out, USB (MIDI), the Persephone markII can be turned into a powerful and unique controller to control most of your analogue or digital synths.

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Notes: The Quandrantid Swarm is a digital synthesizer that features a percussive element to give it a unique sound. It contains a two-pole analogue filter, an LFO with eight waveforms, and a spring reverb. The eight touch keys can be used as a mono keyboard, polyphonic keyboard or an eight-step sequencer. The Quandrantid Swarm has MIDI and CV/Trig connectivity. Its normalized pre-patching allows you start creating immediately, but its semi-modular design allows you to use patch cables to explore the potential of this instrument.

Eowave Quandrantid Swarm Features:

Triangle wave OSC with spread fold
Percussion element with frequency
Two pole filter, filter one high/low pass 12db, filter two low pass 12db
AD envelope
One LFO with eight waveforms
Slew limiter
Spring reverb
Eight touch keys with Three modes - mono, poly and sequencer
MIDI in, CV/Trig in, Clock in/Reset in to communicate with other devices
VCA

Notes: The Ribbon MK2 is a tactile instrument which is sensitive to position and pressure. At the same time a 12 -bit synth and a USB and CV/Gate controller, it can be used in many different ways - as a solo instrument, to control virtual instruments and iOS or to control analog/modular systems and CV/gate devices. The Ribbon comes with a software editor, which allows you to choose from 9 oscillator sources, LFO and FM modulation and delay and downsampling effects. 16 Presets can be stored and recalled on the fly using the two buttons on the Ribbon.

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, product in perfect working order***


The Quadrantid Swarm is a versatile, unique instrument for sound designers and musicians looking to explore exquisite and unfamiliar timbres that range from subtle to outrageous, nebulous to shimmering. It is comprised of a digital synthesizer voice with a percussive element, 2 pole analogue filter, an LFO with 8 waveforms, and a spring reverb.

The 8 touch keys can be used as a mono keyboard, polyphonic keyboard or an 8-step sequencer. The QS interfaces with other instruments via MIDI, and CV/Trig inputs. Pre-patching allows you to get hands on immediately, but you can and should use patch cables to fully explore the potential of this instrument.

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box damaged, product in perfect working order***


Kickstarter-funded hybrid weirdo from synth experimentalists Eowave. Digital oscillator meets analogue filters with spring reverb, touch keys and built-in sequencer. Gnarly.

Supplier notes:
The Quadrantid Swarm is a versatile, unique instrument for sound designers and musicians looking to explore exquisite and unfamiliar timbres that range from subtle to outrageous, nebulous to shimmering. It is comprised of a digital synthesizer voice with a percussive element, 2 pole analogue filter, an LFO with 8 waveforms, and a spring reverb.

The 8 touch keys can be used as a mono keyboard, polyphonic keyboard or an 8-step sequencer. The QS interfaces with other instruments via MIDI, and CV/Trig inputs. Pre-patching allows you to get hands on immediately, but you can and should use patch cables to fully explore the potential of this instrument.

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Item refurbished, repaired and in perfect working order.***


Kickstarter-funded hybrid weirdo from synth experimentalists Eowave. Digital oscillator meets analogue filters with spring reverb, touch keys and built-in sequencer. Gnarly.

Supplier notes:
The Quadrantid Swarm is a versatile, unique instrument for sound designers and musicians looking to explore exquisite and unfamiliar timbres that range from subtle to outrageous, nebulous to shimmering. It is comprised of a digital synthesizer voice with a percussive element, 2 pole analogue filter, an LFO with 8 waveforms, and a spring reverb.

The 8 touch keys can be used as a mono keyboard, polyphonic keyboard or an 8-step sequencer. The QS interfaces with other instruments via MIDI, and CV/Trig inputs. Pre-patching allows you to get hands on immediately, but you can and should use patch cables to fully explore the potential of this instrument.

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, product in perfect working order***


Kickstarter-funded hybrid weirdo from synth experimentalists Eowave. Digital oscillator meets analogue filters with spring reverb, touch keys and built-in sequencer. Gnarly.

Supplier notes:
The Quadrantid Swarm is a versatile, unique instrument for sound designers and musicians looking to explore exquisite and unfamiliar timbres that range from subtle to outrageous, nebulous to shimmering. It is comprised of a digital synthesizer voice with a percussive element, 2 pole analogue filter, an LFO with 8 waveforms, and a spring reverb.

The 8 touch keys can be used as a mono keyboard, polyphonic keyboard or an 8-step sequencer. The QS interfaces with other instruments via MIDI, and CV/Trig inputs. Pre-patching allows you to get hands on immediately, but you can and should use patch cables to fully explore the potential of this instrument.

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Product has light surface marks/scratches, but otherwise in perfect working condition***


Kickstarter-funded hybrid weirdo from synth experimentalists Eowave. Digital oscillator meets analogue filters with spring reverb, touch keys and built-in sequencer. Gnarly.

Supplier notes:
The Quadrantid Swarm is a versatile, unique instrument for sound designers and musicians looking to explore exquisite and unfamiliar timbres that range from subtle to outrageous, nebulous to shimmering. It is comprised of a digital synthesizer voice with a percussive element, 2 pole analogue filter, an LFO with 8 waveforms, and a spring reverb.

The 8 touch keys can be used as a mono keyboard, polyphonic keyboard or an 8-step sequencer. The QS interfaces with other instruments via MIDI, and CV/Trig inputs. Pre-patching allows you to get hands on immediately, but you can and should use patch cables to fully explore the potential of this instrument.

Notes: Inspired by the legendary EMS Synthi AKS, this is easily one of Erica's most impressive releases to date. Proper experimental analogue brilliance developed in conjunction with Riga Technical University.

Supplier's Notes:
Since its beginnings Erica Synths has promoted experimental electronic music and has developed instruments that enable musicians to explore it.

When it comes to standalone instruments, one of the most encouraging instruments in experimental music was Synthi AKS, so Erica Synths have teamed up with engineers from Riga Technical University to develop a synthesizer with a user interface inspired by Synthi AKS.

SYNTRX [sintrex] is developed from scratch all analogue synthesizer (no part of schematics is cloned from Synthi AKS) with digitally controlled patch matrix. Unlike most of patch matrixes around, that mechanically connect signals, our 16x16 matrix utilizes 32 (!!!) 16 channel analogue switch ICs AS16M1 (made in Latvia, Alfa RPAR) and is a mixer/buffered multiple with 3 level attenuation (gain 1, 0,6 and 0,3) in connection points. It has 256 patch memory, automatic patch switching in performance mode or via MIDI messages.

SYNTRX has 3 highly accurate VCOs that track great over 8 octaves, noise generator with "colour" filter, resonant VCF, ring modulator, spring reverb, looping envelope generator, joystick controller, input amplifier with adjustable gain for microphone to line level signals, 3 VCAs, output signal filter, analogue CV/audio signal level indicator and built in speakers. Extra features, not found on Synthi AKS, are Sample & Hold circuit with individual clock, octave switch for VCO1, synchronization of VCO2, AD mode on the envelope generator, as well as MIDI that accepts CV, Gate, Modulation wheel messages and program change messages for the matrix control. The SYNTRX comes in aluminium enclosure with ash tree side panels.

SYNTRX will inspire users to explore the space and travel to previously undiscovered audible realms.

Notes: The world's smallest modular synth. Serious options in a compact setup via a carefully chosen selection of Erica's tiny Pico modules: sequencing, synths, drums, effects and more.

Supplier's Notes:
Erica Synths Pico System II is the world's smallest modular synthesizer.

In its functionality this system is as good as the Pico System I, however, as there have been several additions to the Pico Series, for example, the significant Pico Voice, we decided to upgrade the Pico System to make it even more multifarious. There are two new modules in the system: the Pico Voice - a sound source, which gives quite a big timbral diversity, and the Pico Modulator, which replaces the Pico EG and the Pico VCA. That gives us a 3HP free space which we have filled with one more Pico A MIX for more handy control of the sound sources in live performances. Pico System II comes with external PSU, Pico Drum Programmer, wrench key and 20 patch cables.

Pico modules included in the system are:

SEQ - powerful 16 step sequencer with 16 pattern memory

VCO - 32 custom waves in 2 banks, great 1V/oct tracking and LFO mode

VOICE - sound source with 8 sound generation algorithms

VCF1 - Polivoks-inspired LP/BP VCF, ideal for acid-like basslines

TRIGG - 4 trigger pattern generator that also serves as a master clock for the system. Web-based pattern designer app allows user to upload own patterns

2xDRUMS - 64 sample player with 3 adjustable parameters and CV control over them. Web-based app and Pico Programmer (included) allows the user to upload their own sound samples

MULTI - buffered audio/CV/clock signal splitter

RND - sine/pulse LFO and random events (random trigger, S&H and noise) generator

MOD - lin/log ASR envelope generator and linear VCA

2xA MIX - 3 input audio mixer

DSP - stereo effects processor with 8 great sounding custom effects

OUTPUT - stereo output module with headphone amplifier


Technical specifications:
Dimensions (WxDxH): 240mmx140mmx80mm
Power supply: universal 110-240VAC - 12VDC adapter
Power consumption 500mA
Mass : 1,35 kg excluding PSU,
1,85 kg with PSU and patch cables

Notes: Erica's brilliant valve-based Fusion modules bundled together into a complete system. Unique sound and features. Includes skiff case, patch cables and everything you need to get started.

Supplier's Notes:
Vacuum tube based eurorack modular synthesizer for sounds of unprecedented pressure.

Erica Synths is one of the few manufacturers that use vacuum tubes in eurorack modules, and those, who are familiar with tube-based modules, know that tubes can push the sound to extremes or turn it deep, saturated and complete.

Erica Synths have come up with three new Fusion series modules - Fusion VCF3, Fusion Modulator (already available) and Fusion VCA/Waveshaper/Ringmodulator - to create the Erica Synths Fusion System II - a modular synthesiser for sounds of unprecedented pressure, unconventional modulations and creativity-inspiring patching. A 104HP system has 63 patchpoints for extensive experiments in sound design, all analogue signal and CV path; it's a system for those, who take sound design seriously.

Fusion System II includes:

Two Fusion VCO2s - fully analogue sound source with three simultaneously available waveforms, transistor-based suboscillator and detune function - two BBD delay lines that make frequency shifter that is mixed back to the principal oscillator in order to emulate two detuned VCOs. Tube crunch - distinct tube overdrive - is added on the top of the mix.

Fusion VCF3 - resonant 24dB/oct lowpass filter of unique design that combines vacuum tubes and vactrols, providing distinct, soft filtering. For more versatility a CV recorder, that records motion of the potentiometer, is incorporated in the module, so you can design advanced modulation patterns.

Fusion Modulator - complex, all analogue CV source that consists of several blocks - two EMS Synthi functionality inspired looping envelope generators with simultaneous unipolar (0V-10V) and bipolar (-5V-+5V), VCA, Noise generator and Sample&Hold.

Fusion VCA/Waveshaper/Ringmodulator - a modulation source based on two miniature pentodes that operates as VCA, waveshaper and ringmodulator. With two CVs applied simultaneously to different stages of the VCA, audio rate modulations, using ringmodulator as a waveshaper it becomes surprisingly versatile sound shaping module.

Fusion Delay/Flanger/Vintage Ensemble - a distinct multifunctional analogue effects module that combines BBD chip based effects with an adjustable tube overdrive in the delay output and a feedback path for extra thickness of the sound.

104HP One Row Skiff case (with or without a lid)

20 patch cables

Notes: From basslines and rave sounds to massive drones and drums - the Erica Synths Bassline DB-01 synthesizer lets you explore new territories of sound and performance techniques and go from a melody to noise and back in no time. The DB-01 packs an analogue Erica Synths signature sound engine with an advanced sequencer on top of it.

Features:
All analogue sound engine
Aggresive acidbox filter design
One knob overdrive for even more destructive sound
Transistor based sub-oscillator
Independent amplitude, filter cutoff and pitch envelopes
BBD based detune for massive swarm sound
Syncable LFO with multiple waveforms for FM and VCF modulation
Noise source
Intuitive, easy to use sequencer for up to 64 step patterns
Sequence transposing
Pattern randomization
Arpeggiator
Modulation track with VCF cutoff automation
Built in and user defined scales with micro tonal possibilities
Analogue clock in and out
CV/Gate output/input
MIDI IN and THRU - play it with a keyboard!
8 banks of 16 pattern memory
Compact, durable aluminium enclosure

Notes: Erica Synths Pico System III is affordable, compact, yet powerful sounding, full analogue modular system.

Features

2-3-4 step sequencer
2x VCOs
VCO controller/VCA module
several mixers that work both with CV and audio signals
Modulator (syncable LFO, random CV and noise source)
2x voltage controlled ASR envelope generators
2x resonant lowpass gates
BBD delay

Pico System III brings modular synthesis back to the basics - the system has multi functional (instead of single-function, like Pico Drums or Pico Trigger in the Pico System II) analogue modules and is intended to encourage creativity in modular patching.
The system has 31 inputs and 20 outputs (master output is duplicated) + 7 switches; if you have enough patch cables at your disposal, you can patch the system in 121000931215044250740178662400 or 1.21x1029 variations (we ignored the possibility to adjust potentiometers here). Even though only 0,0001% of all patches will sound more-less enjoyable, you and all your future generations can spend a lifetime only patching the Pico System III.
Voice-cards with preset patches set it apart from other eurorack systems - they allow user to change patches instantly and radically, which makes the system well suited for experimental live performances. The system comes with 5 great sounding "factory preset" voice-cards, and 5 DIY voice-cards that are empty and users can develop their own patches. More voice-cards will be available from Erica Synths shop.
Pico System III comes both as a desktop unit and a eurorack module. It features a set of modules for advanced sound design, experiments in modular patching and educational purposes.

What do you get?
Desktop unit: 20 patch cables, 1 Hosa stackable cable, PSU, 5 factory preset & 5 DIY voice-cards, user manual and patch note sheets

Technical specifications:

Audio signal levels: 10Vptp
CV signal levels (full span): -5V - +5V
Sequencer CV output range: 0 - +5V
VCO tune range: C0 - E7
LFO rate: 0.21Hz - 20Hz
VC EG attack time: 0...3''
VC EG release time: 0...4.2''
Max BBD delay time : 400ms
Panel width: 42 HP
Power consumption: 175mA@+12V, 112mA@-12V

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, product in perfect working order***


Eurorack innovators Erica Synths pack as much as possible into a compact case with their Pico system. Huge sonic potential and clever card-based patch preset system.

Supplier notes:
Pico System III brings modular synthesis back to the basics - the system has multi functional (instead of single-function, like Pico Drums or Pico Trigger in the Pico System II) analogue modules and is intended to encourage creativity in modular patching.

The system has 31 inputs and 20 outputs (master output is duplicated) + 7 switches; if you have enough patch cables at your disposal, you can patch the system in 121000931215044250740178662400 or 1.21x1029 variations (we ignored the possibility to adjust potentiometers here). Even though only 0,0001% of all patches will sound more-less enjoyable, you and all your future generations can spend a lifetime only patching the Pico System III.

Voice-cards with preset patches set it apart from other eurorack systems - they allow user to change patches instantly and radically, which makes the system well suited for experimental live performances. The system comes with 5 great sounding "factory preset" voicecards, and 5 DIY voicecards that are empty and users can develop their own patches. More voicecards will be available from Erica Synths shop.

Desktop unit includes: 20 patch cables, 1 Hosa stackable cable, PSU, 5 factory preset & 5 DIY voice-cards, user manual and patch note sheets.

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, product in perfect working order***


No prizes for guessing that the legendary TB-303 might have been a reference point here but Erica's take on the bassline synth is definitely not just another clone. Huge synth sound and a powerful built-in sequencer.

Supplier notes:
From basslines and rave sounds to massive drones and drums - the Erica Synths Bassline DB-01 synthesizer lets you explore new territories of sound and performance techniques and go from a melody to noise and back in no time. The DB-01 packs analogue Erica Synths signature sound engine with an advanced sequencer on top of it.

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, product in perfect working order***


No prizes for guessing that the legendary TB-303 might have been a reference point here but Erica's take on the bassline synth is definitely not just another clone. Huge synth sound and a powerful built-in sequencer.

Supplier notes:
From basslines and rave sounds to massive drones and drums - the Erica Synths Bassline DB-01 synthesizer lets you explore new territories of sound and performance techniques and go from a melody to noise and back in no time. The DB-01 packs analogue Erica Synths signature sound engine with an advanced sequencer on top of it.

Notes: Updated version of Erica's superb EMS-inspired synth, featuring a powerful dual oscillator synth architecture, piano roll sequencer, modulation matrix and recordable joystick.

Supplier's Notes:
Based on lessons learned from the SYNTRX, Erica Synths decided to create an instrument that would integrate even deeper into contemporary electronic and experimental music setups and cover sonic territory from daunting drones to powerful basslines and glitched noisescapes - the SYNTRX II is a new dark horse for experimental sonic rides.

The SYNTRX II is the culmination of Erica Synths' analogue sound design circuits - two perfectly stable main oscillators with waveshapers, a modulation oscillator with 1V/oct tracking, a versatile multimode filter, supercharged external instrument inputs with an envelope follower, a unique, great-sounding ring modulator, a recordable joystick, built-in piano roll sequencer and stepped modulation sources, all arranged around Erica Synths' signature matrix mixer and topped off with powerful FX on their new DSP platform.

"The SYNTRX 2 is awesome, a very different instrument from V1. My first synths were the VCS3 and the AKS and are still among my favorites today. The Syntrx 2 is pushing the boundaries of possibilities & experimentations much beyond the original analogue version. The Syntrx 2 is an instant classic". - Jean Michel Jarre

Features

Two perfectly stable main oscillators with CV-controlled waveforms
Modulation oscillator with variable waveforms
Highpass and Lowpass filters in series
Free running or gate synced sample and hold circuit
Multi-colour noise generator
DC coupled instrument inputs with signal inversion and envelope follower
Ring modulator of unique design
Looping trapezoid envelope generator and VCA
Two output VCAs
Signal meter with a dedicated audio/CV output
FX section with great sounding Delay and Reverb developed in collaboration with 112db.com
Recordable Joystick
Analogue patch matrix with 3 attenuation levels in each patch point
254 patch memory
Piano roll sequencer and two stepper modulation sources
DIN5 MIDI Input and MIDI Thru
Two assignable outputs
Headphone output
Dimensions: 309mm x 457mm x 115mm (with the joystick in centre position)
Weight: 3.9 kg

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, product in perfect working order***


Inspired by the legendary EMS Synthi AKS, this is easily one of Erica's most impressive releases to date. Proper experimental analogue brilliance developed in conjunction with Riga Technical University.

Supplier's Notes:
Since its beginnings Erica Synths has promoted experimental electronic music and has developed instruments that enable musicians to explore it.

When it comes to standalone instruments, one of the most encouraging instruments in experimental music was Synthi AKS, so Erica Synths have teamed up with engineers from Riga Technical University to develop a synthesizer with a user interface inspired by Synthi AKS.

SYNTRX [sintrex] is developed from scratch all analogue synthesizer (no part of schematics is cloned from Synthi AKS) with digitally controlled patch matrix. Unlike most of patch matrixes around, that mechanically connect signals, our 16x16 matrix utilizes 32 (!!!) 16 channel analogue switch ICs AS16M1 (made in Latvia, Alfa RPAR) and is a mixer/buffered multiple with 3 level attenuation (gain 1, 0,6 and 0,3) in connection points. It has 256 patch memory, automatic patch switching in performance mode or via MIDI messages.

SYNTRX has 3 highly accurate VCOs that track great over 8 octaves, noise generator with "colour" filter, resonant VCF, ring modulator, spring reverb, looping envelope generator, joystick controller, input amplifier with adjustable gain for microphone to line level signals, 3 VCAs, output signal filter, analogue CV/audio signal level indicator and built in speakers. Extra features, not found on Synthi AKS, are Sample & Hold circuit with individual clock, octave switch for VCO1, synchronization of VCO2, AD mode on the envelope generator, as well as MIDI that accepts CV, Gate, Modulation wheel messages and program change messages for the matrix control. The SYNTRX comes in aluminium enclosure with ash tree side panels.

SYNTRX will inspire users to explore the space and travel to previously undiscovered audible realms.

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, but product is in excellent condition and in perfect working order***


A collaborative effort between the techno icon and one of the best synth brands around, the Bullfrog is designed to encourage newcomers to analogue synths while secretly packing killer sound and some innovative features.

Supplier's Notes:
Introducing Erica Synths X Richie Hawtin Bullfrog

Learn. Produce. Perform

Created by Erica Synths & Richie Hawtin, Bullfrog is an educational electronic music instrument designed to captivate and inspire both youth and professionals alike. Bullfrog invites you to unlock musicality while combining the thrill of electronic music production with a comprehensive learning experience.
Bullfrog is a classical subtractive synthesiser - it consists of several "modules" for sound generation - VCO, NOISE GENERATOR - and treatment - VCF, VCA/DELAY, as well as "modules" that generate control and modulation signals to control them - ENVELOPE GENERATORS and SAMPLE & HOLD. The Bullfrog will not make the sound on its own unless it is patched - using eurorack patch cables to interconnect the "modules" or by inserting voice cards that create internal connections between the "modules" in a specific way and add extra functionality, like sampler/looper, sequencer, groovebox, etc. This approach better helps to understand functionality of a subtractive synthesizer and the principles of sound design with instruments like these.

In order to provide a well rounded understanding of the functionality of this synthesizer and sound synthesis in general, a comprehensive user manual is created to accompany the learning process.

Electronic music with its rich traditions and innate sense of exploration at core is ever popular, with artists and fans stretching around the globe. For me, one of the most exciting parts of creating electronic music is the playful exploration that leads one deep into their own imagination. Whether the intention to create completely imagined or real-life inspired sounds, the route one takes to create is always personal and often surprising. It is within these experiments where the beauty of synthesis really comes alive and which often unlocks a new sense of creativity and purpose.

Whether someone's experience with Bullfrog points them down a career in electronic music or not, the goal is to both nurture the love for electronically produced sounds and promote the accessibility of learning and understanding the basics of sound synthesis.

Erica Synths believe that the hands-on approach and problem solving that is innate to synthesis on a semi-modular synth like the Bullfrog, contains life lessons that go beyond what we can hear.

Bullfrog encapsulates the foundations of synthesis and is built with an immediate, intuitive design and a unique expandable architecture that grows and expands together with the user's imagination. This instrument feels at home anywhere - as an educational tool in music and physics classes, as an addition to your basement studio or even as a tool for performance on a stage.

What's included:

BULLFROG synthesizer
Universal 12VDC wall wart adapter
User manual
10 patch notes stencils
10 patch cables
3 pre-patched voice cards
3 DIY voice cards with adjustable offset
Delay effect with adjustable delay time and feedback amount
Two looping attack-sustain-release envelope generators (EG)
Sample & Hold circuit with an individual clock
Manual gate button
Voicecard slot
Built in speaker
DIN5 MIDI input
USB connector

What's included

BULLFROG synthesizer
Universal 12VDC wall wart adapter
User manual
10 patch notes stencils
10 patch cables
3 pre-patched voice cards
3 DIY voice cards

Notes: A collaborative effort between the techno icon and one of the best synth brands around, the Bullfrog is designed to encourage newcomers to analogue synths while secretly packing killer sound and some innovative features.

Supplier's Notes:
Introducing Erica Synths X Richie Hawtin Bullfrog

Learn. Produce. Perform

Created by Erica Synths & Richie Hawtin, Bullfrog is an educational electronic music instrument designed to captivate and inspire both youth and professionals alike. Bullfrog invites you to unlock musicality while combining the thrill of electronic music production with a comprehensive learning experience.
Bullfrog is a classical subtractive synthesiser - it consists of several "modules" for sound generation - VCO, NOISE GENERATOR - and treatment - VCF, VCA/DELAY, as well as "modules" that generate control and modulation signals to control them - ENVELOPE GENERATORS and SAMPLE & HOLD. The Bullfrog will not make the sound on its own unless it is patched - using eurorack patch cables to interconnect the "modules" or by inserting voice cards that create internal connections between the "modules" in a specific way and add extra functionality, like sampler/looper, sequencer, groovebox, etc. This approach better helps to understand functionality of a subtractive synthesizer and the principles of sound design with instruments like these.

In order to provide a well rounded understanding of the functionality of this synthesizer and sound synthesis in general, a comprehensive user manual is created to accompany the learning process.

Electronic music with its rich traditions and innate sense of exploration at core is ever popular, with artists and fans stretching around the globe. For me, one of the most exciting parts of creating electronic music is the playful exploration that leads one deep into their own imagination. Whether the intention to create completely imagined or real-life inspired sounds, the route one takes to create is always personal and often surprising. It is within these experiments where the beauty of synthesis really comes alive and which often unlocks a new sense of creativity and purpose.

Whether someone's experience with Bullfrog points them down a career in electronic music or not, the goal is to both nurture the love for electronically produced sounds and promote the accessibility of learning and understanding the basics of sound synthesis.

Erica Synths believe that the hands-on approach and problem solving that is innate to synthesis on a semi-modular synth like the Bullfrog, contains life lessons that go beyond what we can hear.

Bullfrog encapsulates the foundations of synthesis and is built with an immediate, intuitive design and a unique expandable architecture that grows and expands together with the user's imagination. This instrument feels at home anywhere - as an educational tool in music and physics classes, as an addition to your basement studio or even as a tool for performance on a stage.

What's included:

BULLFROG synthesizer
Universal 12VDC wall wart adapter
User manual
10 patch notes stencils
10 patch cables
3 pre-patched voice cards
3 DIY voice cards with adjustable offset
Delay effect with adjustable delay time and feedback amount
Two looping attack-sustain-release envelope generators (EG)
Sample & Hold circuit with an individual clock
Manual gate button
Voicecard slot
Built in speaker
DIN5 MIDI input
USB connector

What's included

BULLFROG synthesizer
Universal 12VDC wall wart adapter
User manual
10 patch notes stencils
10 patch cables
3 pre-patched voice cards
3 DIY voice cards

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, but product is in excellent condition and in perfect working order***


Updated version of Erica's superb EMS-inspired synth, featuring a powerful dual oscillator synth architecture, piano roll sequencer, modulation matrix and recordable joystick.

Supplier's Notes:
Based on lessons learned from the SYNTRX, Erica Synths decided to create an instrument that would integrate even deeper into contemporary electronic and experimental music setups and cover sonic territory from daunting drones to powerful basslines and glitched noisescapes - the SYNTRX II is a new dark horse for experimental sonic rides.

The SYNTRX II is the culmination of Erica Synths' analogue sound design circuits - two perfectly stable main oscillators with waveshapers, a modulation oscillator with 1V/oct tracking, a versatile multimode filter, supercharged external instrument inputs with an envelope follower, a unique, great-sounding ring modulator, a recordable joystick, built-in piano roll sequencer and stepped modulation sources, all arranged around Erica Synths' signature matrix mixer and topped off with powerful FX on their new DSP platform.

"The SYNTRX 2 is awesome, a very different instrument from V1. My first synths were the VCS3 and the AKS and are still among my favorites today. The Syntrx 2 is pushing the boundaries of possibilities & experimentations much beyond the original analogue version. The Syntrx 2 is an instant classic". - Jean Michel Jarre

Features

Two perfectly stable main oscillators with CV-controlled waveforms
Modulation oscillator with variable waveforms
Highpass and Lowpass filters in series
Free running or gate synced sample and hold circuit
Multi-colour noise generator
DC coupled instrument inputs with signal inversion and envelope follower
Ring modulator of unique design
Looping trapezoid envelope generator and VCA
Two output VCAs
Signal meter with a dedicated audio/CV output
FX section with great sounding Delay and Reverb developed in collaboration with 112db.com
Recordable Joystick
Analogue patch matrix with 3 attenuation levels in each patch point
254 patch memory
Piano roll sequencer and two stepper modulation sources
DIN5 MIDI Input and MIDI Thru
Two assignable outputs
Headphone output
Dimensions: 309mm x 457mm x 115mm (with the joystick in centre position)
Weight: 3.9 kg

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, product in perfect working order***


Next-gen standalone expressive synthesizer. Add emotion & movement to your music with a simple touch.

Osmose is the new standard for musical expressivity. Use intuitive gestures to control this standalone synthesizer and upgrade your playing & production skills. Press, bend, shake, strum & more to interact with keyboards & electronic sounds in a new organic way. Whether you're a veteran keyboardist, a workflow-oriented producer, a daring sound designer, or anything in between, Osmose will take your musical journey to uncharted places.

Explore new ways to play

Behind the expressivity of Osmose lies a few natural gestures you already know well. Discover how they interact with Osmose and enhance your musicianship from the very first touch.

Design & build quality

Designed in France to stand the test of time and touring with style, Osmose is made of quality components and boasts a high repairability index.

A sound engine by Haken Audio

Made for expressivity by Haken Audio, the EaganMatrix sound engine is at home with FM, virtual analogue, and physical modeling synthesis, as well as everything in-between.

Fun to play

Easy-to-tweak presets, a playful interface, and an innovative keybed make for a fun & refreshing playing experience, for players of all levels.

Osmose's browser has been tailored to make it a hassle-free experience. It offers various filters and sub-filters based on both sound types and colours so you can find the sounds in your head quickly.

Main features:

49 Key MPE keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch
Full-size keys with 3-dimension MPE control
EaganMatrix sound engine by Haken Audio: a digital modular sandbox allowing subtractive, FM and different physical modeling synthesis
24 voices of polyphony
Assignable mod and pitch sliders
500 factory presets
128 user presets
Configuration modes: standalone synthesizer, MPE MIDI Controller, and classic MIDI Controller
Filters and sub-filters for browsing
Customisable sensitivity and velocity curves
Multi-mode MPE arpeggiator and innovative pressure glide feature
Digital stereo effects: select between reverb , mod delay, swept echo,analog echo or LPF and HPF delay
Large colour display
9 push encoders
2 Line outputs: Two 14" TS pseudo balanced line outputs
MIDI input, output, and MIDI-thru
USB MIDI
Separated 14" TRS headphone output on the front panel (with its dedicated volume knob)
2 continuous pedal inputs assignable to macro or sustain: 6.35 mm Jack
Power: External PSU with lockable connector, 12V, 1.5A, center positive
Dimensions (W x H x D): 894 x 316 x 87.5 mm / 35.2" x 12.4" x 3.4"
Weight: 8.3 kg / 18.4 lbs
Includes a software updater for new firmware and library versions
Includes a Mac/PC editor to create and edit sound

Notes: Next-gen standalone expressive synthesizer. Add emotion & movement to your music with a simple touch.

Osmose is the new standard for musical expressivity. Use intuitive gestures to control this standalone synthesizer and upgrade your playing & production skills. Press, bend, shake, strum & more to interact with keyboards & electronic sounds in a new organic way. Whether you're a veteran keyboardist, a workflow-oriented producer, a daring sound designer, or anything in between, Osmose will take your musical journey to uncharted places.

Explore new ways to play

Behind the expressivity of Osmose lies a few natural gestures you already know well. Discover how they interact with Osmose and enhance your musicianship from the very first touch.

Design & build quality

Designed in France to stand the test of time and touring with style, Osmose is made of quality components and boasts a high repairability index.

A sound engine by Haken Audio

Made for expressivity by Haken Audio, the EaganMatrix sound engine is at home with FM, virtual analogue, and physical modeling synthesis, as well as everything in-between.

Fun to play

Easy-to-tweak presets, a playful interface, and an innovative keybed make for a fun & refreshing playing experience, for players of all levels.

Osmose's browser has been tailored to make it a hassle-free experience. It offers various filters and sub-filters based on both sound types and colours so you can find the sounds in your head quickly.

Main features:

49 Key MPE keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch
Full-size keys with 3-dimension MPE control
EaganMatrix sound engine by Haken Audio: a digital modular sandbox allowing subtractive, FM and different physical modeling synthesis
24 voices of polyphony
Assignable mod and pitch sliders
500 factory presets
128 user presets
Configuration modes: standalone synthesizer, MPE MIDI Controller, and classic MIDI Controller
Filters and sub-filters for browsing
Customisable sensitivity and velocity curves
Multi-mode MPE arpeggiator and innovative pressure glide feature
Digital stereo effects: select between reverb , mod delay, swept echo,analog echo or LPF and HPF delay
Large colour display
9 push encoders
2 Line outputs: Two 14" TS pseudo balanced line outputs
MIDI input, output, and MIDI-thru
USB MIDI
Separated 14" TRS headphone output on the front panel (with its dedicated volume knob)
2 continuous pedal inputs assignable to macro or sustain: 6.35 mm Jack
Power: External PSU with lockable connector, 12V, 1.5A, center positive
Dimensions (W x H x D): 894 x 316 x 87.5 mm / 35.2" x 12.4" x 3.4"
Weight: 8.3 kg / 18.4 lbs
Includes a software updater for new firmware and library versions
Includes a Mac/PC editor to create and edit sound

Notes: Create live sequences with in-depth modulation. The Flame Maander Synthesizer & Sequencer is a four voice synthesizer featuring an onboard sequencer and analog filter bank.

The Flame Maander is a highly versatile desktop synth featuring wavetable sound synthesis including 4OX wavetables and individual filter/amp envelopes. This allows you to get in-depth with your sound design. Create real-time patterns and sequences on the fly using the live sequencer and take your performances to the next level.

The Maander Synthesizer also features USB/MIDI connectivity so you can use it in music production in your favourite DAW. You can even morph between filter types for unique sonic results.

Notes: The Resonant Garden is an electronic-acoustic hybrid instrument designed to create anything from beats and oddities to dense soundscapes.

The garden utilizes three Alter circuits each equipped with a mic pre-amp, and 4 sprout (stringed) panels for generating acoustics. By plucking, rubbing, tapping or even bowing, those micro-acoustic sounds become amplified and affected by the Alter in any number of ways. In essence, the garden is a large microphone designed to pick up vibrations.

Monolithic vs Discrete

A Monolithic version of the Resonant garden consists of a single faceplate for the entire instrument.

A Discrete version of the Resonant garden consists of 7 faceplates, three for each Alter module and four for the sprouts. The discrete version allows for individual sprout and Alter modules to be moved around or substituted with other modules. Keep in mind the power and audio distribution system is designed for the configuration shown here, but can easily be hand wired with standard cables (sold separately). The maximum depth for modules in the garden box is 33mm.

Effects

There are two Alter 1 units and one Alter 2 unit. Each Alter 1 has seven DSP effects which are selected by touching the copper hexagon:

1 - long delay (capable of near infinite feedback looping)
2 - notated granular delay
3 - plate reverb
4 - shimmering reverb
5 - distortion and multi-filter
6 - pitch delay
7 - stutter glitch

Alter 2 has the following effects:

1 - analogue delay
2 - reverb with infinite capture and lp + hp filters
3 - choral reverb
4 - palindrome reverse delay - backward/forward repeat
5 - time stretch
6 - pitch shift (notated semi-tones
7 - time stretch glitch

Control

On each of the Alter sections, the following is present:
- Control for the gain of the mic pre-amp or any incoming audio.
- Controls for Mix, X, Y and Sift as well as clock.
- All effects have a variation of a filter which may change effect to effect.
- X and Y control various rates.
- Clock control adjusts the rate which controls the DSP which can drastically change the effect. In doing so it does slightly lower the quality of the output signal but the results are fantastic. This clock is not for synchronization.
- Mix, X, Y and Sift all have CV control inputs.
- Each control level or CV input is visualized on the control panel.

Acoustics

Each garden panel is equipped with a contact mic. A contact mic is designed to pick up vibration. The mic pre-amp is specifically designed to deal with the frequencies of the contact mic by boosting certain frequencies and dulling others in order to optimize the sound quality. The mic pre-amp has a gain control so the level can be adjusted according to how you intend to play.

Routing

1/8" stereo inputs with separate level/gain control for right and left channels. These level controls can also act as mute as they can take the signal to 0. They can also add gain to a quiet signal.
In its natural state, each Alter utilizes the garden panel acoustics and each Alter outputs its own signal. By plugging in to the left input of any Alter, the mic amp is bypassed. This means that the signal can be chained from one alter to another, utilizing the single final output. This chain of effects can result in an incredibly broad range of sound.
- use all effects in parallel (3 sets of stereo output)
- use two in series and one in parallel (2 sets of stereo output)
- use all in series (single stereo output)
- peak level indicator for clipping levels at the input

Design

The box is constructed with Sapele African hardwood and a white birch bottom panel. It features anodized black aluminium rails for mounting the faceplates. Each sprout of strings is bolted in from the back and held in place with a backing panel under the main board.
Each box has unique wood grain patterns. The wood grain shown in the images will appear different for each instrument we ship.

Included
- Power Supply: 12v positive tip AC Adapter (included) - US - 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz 0.6A
- Printed manual
- Four (4) black 6" (15cm) 3.5mm TS mono patch cables
- Four (4) black 24" (60cm) 3.5mm TS mono patch cables

Dimensions
- 76 HP Total Width, Sprouts: 7 HP, Alters: 16HP
- Mounting Rails are 406.16mm long

Notes: Acoustic Electronic "synthesiser" and external audio effect processor with CV control. Little sister of the Resonant Garden.

The Nano Garden is an acoustic-electronic hybrid designed to create anything from beats and oddities to dense soundscapes. From its inception in 2006, the original garden has gone through many changes and refinements: micro garden, luminist garden and illuminist garden and finally this latest and likely final version of what is essentially an expanded micro garden.

The Nano Garden essentially utilizes a single Alter circuit with 7 effects selected specifically for this instrument. Each is also equipped with a mic pre-amp, and 2 garden (stringed) panels for generating acoustics. By plucking, rubbing, tapping or even bowing, those micro-acoustic sounds become amplified and effected by the Alter in any number of ways. In essence, the garden is a large microphone designed to pick up vibrations. Aside from the internal mic, the nano can be used to process external signals with any of the internal effects as well.

Effects

There is a single Alter in the Nano which has seven different DSP effects, selected by touching the copper hexagon. The effect list is different than either Alter 1 or 2 - these are selected specifically for the Nano (this selection is subject to change):

1 - long delay (capable of near infinite feedback looping)
2 - notated granular delay
3 - plate reverb
4 - choral reverb
5 - palindrome reverse delay - backward/forward repeat
6 - pitch delay
7 - time stretch/glitch

Control

- Control for the gain of the mic pre-amp or any incoming audio.
- Controls for Mix, X, Y and Sift as well as clock.
- All effects have a variation of a filter which may change effect to effect.
- X and Y control various rates.
- Clock control adjusts the rate which controls the DSP which can drastically change the effect. In doing so it does slightly lower the quality of the output signal but the results are fantastic. This clock is not for synchronization.
- Mix, X, Y and Sift all have CV control inputs.
- Each control level or cv input is visualized on the control panel.


Acoustics

Each sprout panel is equipped with a contact mic. A contact mic is designed to pick up vibration. The mic pre-amp is specifically designed to deal with the frequencies of the contact mic by boosting certain frequencies and dulling others in order to optimize the sound quality. The mic pre-amp has a gain control so the level can be adjusted according to how you intend to play.

Design

The box is constructed with Sapele African hardwood and a white birch bottom panel. It features anodized black aluminium rails for mounting the faceplates. Each sprout of strings is bolted in from the back and held in place with a backing panel under the main board.

Each box has unique wood grain patterns. The wood grain shown in the images will appear different for each instrument Folktek ship.

Included

- Power Supply: 12V positive tip AC Adapter (included) - US - 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz 0.6A
- Four (4) black 24" (60cm) 3.5mm TS mono patch cables

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Box opened, but product is in excellent condition and in perfect working order***


Digital 12-bit oscillators meet analogue filters in this creative little synth module. Six-voice polyphony, preset storage and MIDI control make for a compelling instrument with its own distinctive sound.

Supplier's Notes:
The Tooro is Fred's Lab's new 6-voice 4-part hybrid "digilog" polysynth.

Including the latest discoveries in mixed electronics, the original FL A847 analog filters, this is the perfect module for demanding sound designers and every musician seeking distinctive tones with a strong personality, in a very compact form factor.

Each voice offers 2 complex digital oscillators with waveform morphing, 2-operator linear phase modulation and self-sync features plus a noise source, a ring modulator, the unique FL A847 lowpass filter accompanied by a digital shaper, 2 advanced LFOs and 2 ADSR envelopes.

A modulation matrix with 8 slots allow the animation of most of synthesis parameters.

A master stereo digital FX offering various modulated delays is also included.

Tooro is shipped with a printed version of the QuickStart Guide (in English) and a 1 meter black USB cable.

Technical aspects:

All Fred's Lab instruments are produced and manually assembled locally in Germany.

The Tooro is a polyphonic and multitimbral synthesizer module with 6 voices, 4 parts, per voice analog filters and a stereo signal path.

Sound Engine

Per voice

Oscillators:
Two 12bit digital oscillators with:
waveform morphing
additional sine modulator (for linear through zero phase modulation)
auto-sync feature - hardsync

Filter:
A single FL A847 12dB/Octave low-pass filter with auto-oscillation and saturation features.

Shaper:
A selection of digital filters algorithms from Fred's Lab.

Noise:
A regular white noise source.

Ring modulator:
An audio rate multiplication of osc1 output by osc2 output.

Envelopes:
Two ADSR envelopes with hold stage and multiple triggering options.

LFOs:
Two complex LFOs with various waveforms and their own AD envelope.

DCA:
A digitally controlled attenuator with volume and panning control.
Per part
MIDI channel selection, overall part volume and panning.

A syncable arpeggiator with multiple modes is included.
Global
Multi-FX
A 12bit digital multi-FX module with various modulated delays.

Instrument:
Memory
The Tooro can store:
100 sound presets
10 multis

Connectivity:
2 line-level unbalanced 6.35mm jacks (mix left & right)
2 instrument-level 3.5mm jacks for separate voice outputs (for voice 1-4 only)
1 DIN5 MIDI-IN
1 DIN5 MIDI-OUT (OUT + smart THRU)
1 USB 1.1 B compatible port (for power and MIDI over USB)
1 power switch

UI:
4 high-quality metal encoders
14 tactile switches
dual digit 7-segment hexadecimal display
12 leds

Mechanics:
aluminum industrial enclosure
quality rubber feet
170 x 120 x 45 mm
550 grams

Notes: ZeKit is a 4 voice paraphonic microsynth, featuring a simple step sequencer, various digital waveforms, an analog VCF, VCA and two AR analog envelopes.

The instrument can be controlled using MIDI (notes & clock) and has both a sync and audio inputs. External audio sources can be mixed in or be processed through the VCF / VCA.

ZeKit is available in fully assembled version

This comes with the high quality aluminium case.

A universal power adapter is available as an option.

Please reuse any compatible 5V to 9V DC adapter you already have.

All Fred's Lab instruments are manually assembled in Germany.

ZeKit is an ultra-compact paraphonic monotimbral hybrid synth with 4 voices.

These are the detailed technical specifications of the machine.

Sound Engine
Digital part
Additive sawtooth synthesis
8 mono waveforms / 8 para waveforms
Filter tracking and glide modes
16bit / 250 kHz DAC

Analog part

12dB / Oct low & band-pass VCF
2 resonance level chill / acid
Optocoupler VCA
Analog A/D & A/R envelopes
Envelope looping and re-triggering

Sequencer

96 step sequencer, with up to 4 notes per step
External sync - MIDI clock or Sync (+ start / stop) over 3.5mm jack
16 user programmable patterns
Live pitch transposition and transition of the patterns

Controls

6 knobs - Cutoff, Attack, Decay, Accent, Release and Level
3 toggles - LP/BP, CHILL/ACID, VCF/MIX
7 switches - Wave, Options, Motifs, Sequencer controls

Connectivity

MIDI input - DIN5
Power input - 2.1mm jack 5V to 9V DC
Line / Headphones output - 6.35mm TRS jack
Clock & Sync input - 3.5mm TRS jack
Audio input - 3.5mm TRS jack

Mechanics

Dimensions: 127 x 92 x 56 mm - (w x d x h)
Weight: 315 grams
Power: 350 mW
AAA Battery holder (optional)

Notes: One of the most affordable polyphonic hardware synths available. Versatile 16-voice digital sound engine with a range of synthesis types, filter options and built-in effects.

Supplier's Notes:
The Buzzzy is an advanced 16 voice digital polysynth capable of a broad and beautiful range of tones. It is fast and immediate, ideal for use onstage and for instant music production.

The instrument is 4 part multitimbral and features 4 distinctive sound engines (Pulse, FM, Waves & Noise), 9 quality FX (reverbs, delays and filters) and an arpeggiator per part. USB provides both power and MIDI. A fullsize MIDI IN DIN5 socket is also included.

Buzzzy! is shipped with a printed version of the QuickStart Guide (in English) and a 1 meter black USB cable.

Technical aspects:

All Fred's Lab instruments are produced and manually assembled locally in Germany.

Engine
- Pulse: square, pulses, pwm ...
- FM: 2 operator phase modulation with sinus, triangle and saw as carriers & modulators
- Waves: a collection of 16 low resolution waveforms
- Noise: a selection of 6 downsampled and filtered noises
- Space: Fort, Reservoir and Abyss reverbs
- Delay: Mono, Ping-Pong and Chorus/Flanger effects
- Filter: Lowpass, Bandpass and Highpass 24dB/octave filters

All calculations are done in 32bit float & fixed-point maths.

Memory
- 16 multi slots

Audio
- Stereo 24bit 48kHz (100dB dynamic)
- 2 x 6.35mm mono line jacks
- 1 x 3.5mm stereo headphone jack

UI
- 4 potentiometers (10 bits)
- 8 switches
- 14 leds

Mechanics
- MDF lacked wood case
- Aluminum frontpanel
- Screwed rubber feet
- 148 x 68 x 65mm (width x depth x height)
- 350 grams

Notes: Digital 12-bit oscillators meet analogue filters in this creative little synth module. Six-voice polyphony, preset storage and MIDI control make for a compelling instrument with its own distinctive sound.

Supplier's Notes:
The Tooro is Fred's Lab's new 6-voice 4-part hybrid "digilog" polysynth.

Including the latest discoveries in mixed electronics, the original FL A847 analog filters, this is the perfect module for demanding sound designers and every musician seeking distinctive tones with a strong personality, in a very compact form factor.

Each voice offers 2 complex digital oscillators with waveform morphing, 2-operator linear phase modulation and self-sync features plus a noise source, a ring modulator, the unique FL A847 lowpass filter accompanied by a digital shaper, 2 advanced LFOs and 2 ADSR envelopes.

A modulation matrix with 8 slots allow the animation of most of synthesis parameters.

A master stereo digital FX offering various modulated delays is also included.

Tooro is shipped with a printed version of the QuickStart Guide (in English) and a 1 meter black USB cable.

Technical aspects:

All Fred's Lab instruments are produced and manually assembled locally in Germany.

The Tooro is a polyphonic and multitimbral synthesizer module with 6 voices, 4 parts, per voice analog filters and a stereo signal path.

Sound Engine

Per voice

Oscillators:
Two 12bit digital oscillators with:
waveform morphing
additional sine modulator (for linear through zero phase modulation)
auto-sync feature - hardsync

Filter:
A single FL A847 12dB/Octave low-pass filter with auto-oscillation and saturation features.

Shaper:
A selection of digital filters algorithms from Fred's Lab.

Noise:
A regular white noise source.

Ring modulator:
An audio rate multiplication of osc1 output by osc2 output.

Envelopes:
Two ADSR envelopes with hold stage and multiple triggering options.

LFOs:
Two complex LFOs with various waveforms and their own AD envelope.

DCA:
A digitally controlled attenuator with volume and panning control.
Per part
MIDI channel selection, overall part volume and panning.

A syncable arpeggiator with multiple modes is included.
Global
Multi-FX
A 12bit digital multi-FX module with various modulated delays.

Instrument:
Memory
The Tooro can store:
100 sound presets
10 multis

Connectivity:
2 line-level unbalanced 6.35mm jacks (mix left & right)
2 instrument-level 3.5mm jacks for separate voice outputs (for voice 1-4 only)
1 DIN5 MIDI-IN
1 DIN5 MIDI-OUT (OUT + smart THRU)
1 USB 1.1 B compatible port (for power and MIDI over USB)
1 power switch

UI:
4 high-quality metal encoders
14 tactile switches
dual digit 7-segment hexadecimal display
12 leds

Mechanics:
aluminum industrial enclosure
quality rubber feet
170 x 120 x 45 mm
550 grams

Notes: Future Retro's unique modern take on vector synthesis takes full advantage of an impressive hybrid synth engine. Digital oscillators, ring modulation and complex envelopes meet a multi-mode analogue filter with paraphonic capabilities. Quirky and flexible.

Supplier's Notes:
The Vectra is a unique hybrid synthesizer with a flexible architecture that allows many different forms of synthesis to be realized. It's the best of both worlds... The Vectra utilizes digital oscillators, ring modulators, noise sources, vector mixer, LFO's, complex envelopes, and modulation routings providing many capabilities that would be very difficult to produce with analogue circuitry alone. This allows for accurate tuning, repeatability of complex patches, and patch storage. The Vectra also provides a multi-mode analogue filter, VCA, and final output, as these provide the best sonic qualities.

The Vectra includes a powerful and fun sequencer and arpeggiator, with many new capabilities. Although the Vectra is a self contained instrument, MIDI can be used to interface with other devices.

The Vectra provides four oscillators, white and pink noise sources, four ring modulators, a four-channel mixer, five LFO's, six morphing envelopes, six primary multimode analogue filter types, a main analogue VCA, and numerous internal modulation routings and VCA's controlling modulation amounts.

It really is like having a powerful self-contained semi-modular synthesizer with approximately 500 internal signal routings, and around 256 storable sound parameters.

The synthesizer architecture is designed to allow the greatest flexibility in recreating multiple synthesis techniques of the past while introducing several new innovations. The sound section has been inspired by features of the greatest synthesizers ever made, while not focusing specifically on recreating any instrument in particular. The Vectra is in fact it's own unique self-contained instrument.

The oscillators are digital as this provides the highest degree of tuning stability, while allowing both virtual analogue and digital waveform generations. With features like oscillator Sync, PWM, the new waveform Phase Slice, and Fade features, independent glide times per oscillator, constant beat detuning, and paraphonic voice modes, not to mention FM, AM, ring-modulation, and dedicated LFO's, envelopes, and VCA's per oscillator really make these oscillators a power house.
The four-channel mixer is unique in that it provides an even balance when mixing multiple sources, either manually with the joystick, or applying automated vector mixing, or mixer modulation.

The five LFO's provide 500+ waveforms to choose from, with their frequency spanning from sub-audio into the audio range. Their frequency can be stationary or track keyboard notes with glide. Waveforms can sync to any waveform phase at a note-on, and they can be frequency modulated as well. In short they can be used as LFO's, complex envelopes, or audio rate oscillators.

OSCILLATORS (1-4)
Frequency Range: <0.01 Hz to 20.00 kHz
Analogue Modelled Waveforms: Sine, Triangle, Sawtooth, Square, Pulse Width Modulated
Pulse Width Range: 1% to 99%
Pulse Width Modulation Sources: Random1/2, Key1/2, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-Wheel, Stick X/Y,
LFO, Envelope
Digital Waveforms: 500
Number of Digital Waveforms per Oscillator: 2
Waveform Modulation Types: PWM, Slice, Fade
Waveform Start: 0 to 255 samples
Waveform Modulation Sources: Random1/2, Key1/2, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-Wheel, Stick X/Y,
LFO, Envelope
Waveform Modulation Amount: 0 to 100
Octave Range: -7 to +5
Pitch Tuning: Semitones
Fine Tuning: 128 steps per semitone
Constant Beat Detuning: -/+5.00Hz
Paraphonic Modes: 8 total
Sync: Off/On, 0-360 degrees
Glide Time per Oscillator: 0ms to 14.7 seconds
Key Tracking: On/Off

OSCILLATOR FREQUENCY MODULATION (1-4)
Modulation 1 Source: LFO
Modulation 1 Control: Off, Random1/2, Key1/2, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-Wheel, Stick X/Y, LFO,
Envelope
Modulation 2 Source: Envelope
Modulation 2 Control: Off, Randon1/2, Key1/2, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-Wheel, Stick X/Y, LFO,
Envelope

Modulation 3: Randon1/2, Key1/2, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-Wheel, Stick X/Y, Filter LFO, Filter Envelope, Amplifier Envelope

Total Modulation Range: 0.5 to 10 octaves
Individual Modulation Amounts: -99 to 100

LFO (1-4, Filter)
Analog Modelled Waveforms: Sine, Triangle, Ramp, Sawtooth, Square, Random
Digital Waveforms: 500
Waveform Start: 0 to 255 samples
Initial Frequency Range: 0.001 to 1001Hz (greater with key tracking and modulations)
Fine Tuning: 128 steps per semitone
Key Tracking: On/Off
Sync: Off/On, 0-360 degrees
Frequency Modulation Sources: Random1/2, Key1/2, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-Wheel, Stick X/Y,
LFO, Envelope, Filter LFO
Total Modulation Range: 1 to 10 octaves
Modulation Amount: -99 to 100

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ENVELOPES (1-4, Filter, Amplifier)
Initial Envelope Stages: Delay, Attack, Hold, Decay, Sustain, Release, Repeat/Loop
Modulated Envelope Stages: Delay, Attack, Hold, Decay, Sustain, Release, Repeat/Loop
Normal Envelope Contours: 5
One-Shot Envelope Contours: 4
Looping: On/Off with repeat time
Envelope Times per Stage: 0ms to 14.7 seconds
Sustain Level: 0 to 100%
Key Sync: on/off (retriggering)
Attack Reset: Off/On
Time Modulation Sources: Off, Random1, Key1/2, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-Wheel, Stick X/Y

MIXER
Channels: 4
Audio Sources:
Oscillator (1-4)
Oscillator (1-4) controlled by Envelope (1-4)
Oscillator (1-4) controlled by LFO (1-4)
Ring-Modulation of Osc 1&2, Osc 2&3, Osc 3&4, Osc 4&1
White-Noise
White-Noise controlled by Envelope (1-4)
Pink-Noise
Pink-Noise controlled by Envelope (1-4)
Mixer Types: Manual, Envelope, One-Shot, Key-Synced, Free-Running, Modulated
Automix X:Y Location Stages: 4
Automix Stage Times: 0ms to 14.7 seconds
Mod Mix X:Y Location Stages: 2
Mod Mix Control Sources: Off, Random1/2, Key1/2, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-Wheel, Stick X/Y,
LFO, Envelope
Mod Mix Sources: Random1/2, Key1/2, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-Wheel, Stick X/Y, LFO, Envelope,
Filter Envelope
Mod Mix Amount: 0 to 100
Output Gain: 1.00x to 5.00x

ANALOG FILTER
Primary Filter Types: 4p low-pass, 2p low-pass, 1p low-pass, 2p band-pass, 2p high-pass, 2p notch
Filter Frequency Range: approximately 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Resonance: 0 to 100
Key Tracking: Off/On
Modulation 1 Source: LFO
Modulation 1 Control: Off, Random1/2, Key1/2, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-Wheel, Stick X/Y, LFO-4,
Filter Envelope
Modulation 2 Source: Envelope
Modulation 2 Control: Off, Randon1/2, Key1/2, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-Wheel, Stick X/Y, LFO-4,
Envelope-4
Modulation 3: Randon1/2, Key1, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-Wheel, Stick X/Y, DC+, Mix-1, Mix-2,
Mix-3, Mix-4, LFO-1, Env-1, Amplifier Envelope
Individual Modulation Amounts: -99 to 100
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ANALOGUE AMPLIFIER (see also Envelope parameters)
Additional Envelope Type: Drone

Envelope Amplitude Modulation Control: Off, Random1/2, Key1/2, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-
Wheel, Stick X/Y, LFO-4, Envelope-4

KEYBOARD / SEQUENCER
Keys: 29
Scales: 29
Linear Transpose: -12 to +16
Scale Transpose: -12 to +16 notes
Octave Reiterations: -3 to +3
Tempo: 10 to 250 BPM
Swing: 50% to 75%
Sequencer Modes: Play, Arpeggiate, Fill, Edit, Real-time, Auto
Max Steps per Sequence: 16
Sequencer Parts: Pitch, Velocity, Rhythm (Note-On/Off, Glide, Sustain)
Time Signatures: 1-4, 2-4, 3-4, 4-4, 6-4, 8-4
Directions: Down, Up/Down, Up, Random, (plus 25 complex directions)
Loop Point: 1 to 16 steps

MEMORY
Max Number of Sounds and Sequences: 999
Global Parameters Saved: Output level, MIDI Channel, Fine Tuning, Screen Saver Time, Last File

MIDI
Channels: 1-16
MIDI Messages Supported: Note-Pitch, Note-On/Off, Velocity, Aftertouch, Pitch-Bend, Mod-Wheel,
MIDI Sync: Clock, Start, Stop

OTHER
Input/output: 15V DC input, MIDI (IN/THRU/OUT), 1/4" unbalanced Audio Out
Unit Dimensions: (width) 18.25" x (depth) 11.0" x (height) 3.5"
Unit Weight: 5.0 lbs
Power: 15V DC (centre-pin positive) rated at 1 Amp current.

Notes: Grendel Drone Commander Classic Pedal is a unique synthesizer that delivers thick drone tones with the convenient size of an FX pedal stompbox. It brings back the same true analog oscillators and filter from the sought-after original ammo can model that was made between 2008-2014.

The LFO section delivers rhythmic sweeping modulations that animate the filter. It operates the same way as the original, but with a wider frequency range. The Drone Commander's LFO modulations are based on a slow ramp waveform that sweeps the filter. The ramp can be set for rising or falling slope, and the SHAPE knob crossfades the ramp modulation with a simple 'blip' at the end of every LFO cycle. The other half of the LFO section is a unique phase-locked loop (PLL) that tracks the LFO, generating a pulse wave that automatically synchronizes at a frequency of 2x, 4x, 8x, or 16x. The PULSE knob adjusts the depth of filter modulation by this waveform.

The stomp switch brings the sound in and out with a selectable fade or mute effect, allowing hands-free convenience when adding analog drone tones to specific parts of your performance.

Get new sound effects by processing external audio signals through Grendel Drone Commander's filter and LFO, via its 3.5mm monophonic line input jack.

This analog synthesizer fits conveniently into a pedalboard and can be powered with a daisy-chain cable from a standard 9VDC effects pedal power supply, as well as its internal 9V battery.

So it's just like an FX pedal?

No, because it creates its own sounds, and it's not intended to be patched in the middle of a chain of FX pedals. There isn't a dry signal path from Audio In to Audio Out. It can process audio like an effect, but please see the user guide for how to do that best. Also, the stomp switch isn't a wet/dry bypass switch. Instead, the stomp switch is used to mute/un-mute the output and trigger fade-ins and fade-outs.

Why doesn't it have a 14" input and a straight-through wet/bypass switching like an effect pedal? The simple answer is that Grendel Drone Commander wasn't developed as a guitar effect, and Grendel agreed that it doesn't particularly shine in that role. Nevertheless, to satisfy the curious and experimentally savvy, this model has an Audio In, and it is possible to pipe a guitar signal through it with simple audio adapters.

How to connect it

This model works well as a tabletop synth connected to a mixer line input. Or instead, there are several ways to incorporate it in your pedalboard.

If your amplifier has two inputs, simply connect the Drone Commander to an unused input on your amp. Patch in some extra effects for it along the way. Use the Drone Commander's stomp switch to bring its sound in and out when you like.

If your amp has one input, you might want to use an A/B switch to select between guitar and Drone Commander. Hit the A/B switch to select Drone Commander during specific sections, or as a fill-in while taking a tuning break.

Or, depending on the scenario, you might simply patch the Drone Commander pedal to an input channel on the PA system mixing board. Connecting it through a DI box may improve the results in an on-stage situation.

CV connections (3.5mm mono)

Clock out: Synchronize external gear with the Drone Commander's pulses. This port sends a square wave analog clock output.

Filter CV in: Modulate the Drone Commander's filter with an external LFO, Envelope, etc. (not 1v/octave)

Gate in: Has the same function as the stomp switch. Bring the sound in and out automatically from an external controller, LFO, sequencer, etc. Or self-patch Clock Out to Gate In for an automatic loud-quiet-loud effect.

Audio in: Patching to this port mutes the internal oscillators, and substitutes external audio. The external signal passes through the Drone Commander's filter, LFO, and Gate effects. Typically for best results, use a signal with constant dynamics, such as the raw waveform output from a VCO module. Or, experiment by connecting other instruments to it. See the user guide for more info on patching the Audio In jack.

Dimensions:

Width: 10.5cm
Height: 5.5cm
Length: 16cm

Notes: In the spirit of sonic exploration and musical evolution, Grendel bring you the RA-99 Grenadier, an all-analog synthesizer with an original and unique tone palette. It implements parallel formant synthesis with a bank of three voltage controlled filters to generate tones inspired by the human voice, without being limited by the conventional boundaries of speech modeling. Twenty patch points give you extensive self-patching options plus creative compatibility with analog modulars, sequencers and keyboard controllers.

Oscillator

The RA-99 sound engine is based on an accurate voltage controlled oscillator with variable wave shape. The VCO has multiple CV (control voltage) inputs for creative stacking of the various CV sources available in your studio. There are two 1 volt per octave inputs for melody. It also has a 5 volts per octave input that is ideal for creating octave modulations from an LFO with 5V output. Finally, the 15 volts per octave input is suited to narrow pitch modulations like vibrato and pitch bend. The CV inputs of the RA-99 VCO have wide response bandwidth, allowing FM with audio frequency waveforms.

A subharmonic square wave is generated at a frequency 1 octave below the VCO. Activating the SUB switch mixes this with the VCO output. Raw subharmonic waveform is available from the SUB OUT jack.

Noise Source

A pink noise generator is included to add complexity to the sound. Pink noise is mixed with the VCO at the input to the filter bank. Pink noise volume is adjustable with the knob labeled P-NOISE, and by CV input to the NOISE CV jack. The noise source also adds a subtle amount of jitter to the VCO waveform.

Modulation

The RA-99 modulation section contains a pair of multifunction waveform generators called MOD1 and MOD2. They can provide (1) gated attack-release envelope, (2) triggered decay envelope, (3) pulse LFO with variable pulse width, or (4) saw-triangle LFO with variable symmetry. In envelope mode, the output is a true exponential slope. In addition, RA-99's MODs can create time delayed gate events, serve as low-frequency audio VCOs (with limitations), or act as frequency dividers. Both MODs have variable output level that is sweepable from normal to inverted polarity. Either MOD1 or MOD2 can serve as the main volume envelope.

Filter Bank

The Grenadier RA-99 filter bank combines one low pass and two band pass filters to produce full-bodied tones with resonant character of vowels. The filter bank has three control parameters: ALPHA, BETA, and FILTERS. These parameters are also fully controllable with CV inputs.

Power Input

This unit requires 12 volts DC and draws a maximum current of 100 mA. Polarity of the AC adapter connector does not matter. It can be tip positive or tip negative.

* Grenadier RA-99 will also operate from 9 volts DC, but please note that the pink noise source will be unavailable in this situation, and distortion may be heard in the output.

The unit is protected against over-voltage with a built-in self-resetting fuse.

It is OK to use a daisy-chain cable to share power with other 12V gear from a single AC adapter, provided the total current demand (mA) does not exceed the AC adapter's rating.

Power Switch?

For simplicity, this unit does not have a power switch. It is on whenever its AC adapter is connected to mains power. It is recommended that you plug its AC adapter to a power strip with on-off switch built in.

Main Audio Output

Use a common 1/4" shielded audio instrument cable (mono, TS type) to connect the synth's output to a line input of a mixing board, computer sound interface, keyboard amplifier, or effect processor.

The output impedance is 220 ohms, so it is unnecessary to connect it to a high impedance (HI-Z) input.

You may plug headphones in to this jack, but you'll only hear sound on one side.

A DI Box may be necessary on stage to connect to a PA system.

Patch Points

VCO: 1V/oct (x 2), 5V/oct, 15V/oct, Timbre CV In (controls wave shape)
MOD1: Gate In, Rate CV In, Vari Out, Gate Out
MOD2: Gate In, Rate CV In, Vari Out, Gate Out
Filter Bank: Alpha CV In, Beta CV In, Filter CV In
Audio: Subharmonic Out, VCF audio In, Mix audio In, Noise VCA CV

Compatibility

CV-Gate In: 1 V/oct, +5V Gate
Patch cables: 3.5 mm mono
Audio output: 1/4" analogue unbalanced
CV output range: 0 to +5 volts
MIDI: Not included
Polyphony: Monophonic

Specifications:

Power Input: 12 VDC @ 1.2 Watt
Dimensions: 30 x 10 x 6 cm
Mass: 0.53 kg
Case Material: Anodized aluminum
RoHS-Compliant: YES
Lead-free: YES

Notes: A serious, serious synth. PPG-esque wavetable synthesis with huge 24-voice polyphony, dual analogue filters and four-part multitimbrality. Incredible sound, incredible versatility.

Supplier's Notes:
The 3rd Wave is a powerhouse wavetable synth with 24-voice polyphony and 4-part multi-timbral capability that's like having four independent synthesizers at your fingerprints.

Each of its 3 oscillators per voice can be:

A classic PPG-era wavetable
A high-resolution complex wavetable
An analogue-modelled waveform
Create up to 64 custom wavetables of your own using the built-in Wavemaker. With sample-to-wavetable capability, you can connect an audio source to the audio input and generate a wavetable at the touch of a button.

Classic legacy; modern sound

While the 3rd Wave has roots in the classic digital wavetable synths of the past, it takes that concept into the 21st century with a lush, expansive sound that's a product of its expanded wavetables and warm, organic-sounding analogue filters

It boasts not only a punchy, Dave Rossum-designed 2140 analogue low-pass filter with variable saturation, but a second, SEM-style state-variable filter (low-pass, high-pass, notch, and band-pass) for additional tone-sculpting. Run both filters in series for harmonically complex textures.

4-part; multi-timbral

With 24-voices, the 3rd Wave has enough power for the most note-intensive performances.

And that polyphony really comes into play with its ability to layer up to 4 independent parts or split zones - each with a completely different sound, sequence, and dual effect.

Each stereo part has independent panning, volume, and a dedicated stereo physical output.

Modulation Matrix

The secret weapon of any synth is its mod matrix, and the 3rd Wave doesn't disappoint.

With 16 assignable slots, 12 additional fixed-source slots, 27 sources, and 114 destinations, it has the flexibility of a modular.

And all of this power is per multipart. That means up to 4 independent layers of sound, each with its own mod matrix.

Sequence notes; songs & params

The 3rd Wave's sequencer is an inspiring tool for both composers and sound designers because it is pattern-based and can sequence notes, songs, and parameter changes.

For composing and performing, enter notes and chords in real time with or without quantization for maximum groove and arrange up to 24 patterns of up to 32 measures in length into songs just as easily.

Specs

Sound Engine

3 High-resolution Digital Oscillators Per Voice
64 total user wavetable positions with 48 wavetables that contain 64 waveforms per table (32 legacy PPG waves with room for another 16 of this type)
32 original 8 bit wavetables from the PPG 2 series instruments with room for 16 more user created 8 bit wavetables
7 high-resolution modelled analogue waveforms (sine, saw, triangle, supersaw, pulse, white noise, pink noise)

VCO sync

Linear FM
6-stage wave envelope per oscillator with variable time and position that can be looped
Optional wave flow section that allows for no wavetable as well as no waveform interpolation
Upper wavetable mode as with the original PPG 2 series
Unison mode and chord mode with variable voice count

1 Analogue Low-pass Filter

Dave Rossum designed, classic, 2140 low-pass resonant filter
24 db per octave slope
variable saturation amount
optional resonance compensation

1 State-Variable Filter

12 db per octave slope
Continuously variable between low-pass, notch, and high-pass, operation with optional band-pass mode

4 ADSR+ Delay Envelopes

Filter, Amplifier, plus 2 additional envelopes switchable between exponential and vintage PPG-style response
Freely assignable to multiple modulation destinations

4 Low-Frequency Oscillators

Triangle, sawtooth, reverse sawtooth, square, pulse 1, pulse 2, pulse 3, and random (S&H)
Variable delay
Note reset
Syncable to master clock BPM

2 Digital Effects

BBD, stereo delay, tape delay, chorus, phaser, flanger, distortion pedal, rotating speaker, ring mod, room reverb, hall reverb, super plate reverb - most modelled on famous hardware devices
Syncable to master clock BPM
Parameters modulatable via mod matrix

Wavemaker Tool: Built-In Custom Wavetable Maker

"Sample-to-wave" functionality. Connect an audio source to the 3rd Wave's Audio In port, press "Make Waves" and the synth samples the audio to create a custom wavetable
Samples to convert can also be brought in as a 96 kHz wav file through USB
Store up to 32 custom wavetables
64 waveforms per wavetable
Accepts pitched or un-pitched material as input
96 kHz sampling rate
16-bit resolution
1024 cycles per waveform, converted automatically to cover entire keyboard range
Flexible wave-sampling length
Imports Serum wavetables

Sequencer: Performs both Note and Parameter Sequencing

4 parts per sequence
24 sequences per preset
Up to 32 measures per sequence
Variable quantization resolution per sequence (32nd, 16th, 8th, quarter, half, whole note, or quantization off), that is settable in real time
Variable swing

Arpeggiator: 1 Arp per Multi-part
Up, down, up/down, and assign modes
Variable range (1, 2, or 3 octaves)

Mod Matrix: 16-slot Modulation Matrix Per Multi-Part

16 slot modulation matrix with 27 mod sources and 114 mod destinations
12 additional fixed-source mod paths
Modulation assignment buttons enable quick and easy modulation routing
Mod Matrix runs at audio rates
Sequencer can record and play mod parameter changes in real time

Controls

77 knobs and 39 buttons enable deep, comprehensive editing with minimal menu diving
Pitch and Mod Wheels
Full-sized, five-octave, semi-weighted, premium Fatar keyboard with velocity and aftertouch

Programs

500 factory programs. User rewritable

In/out

4 Stereo outputs (2x 1/4" phone jack per part)
Headphone out (stereo 1/4" phone jack)
MIDI In, MIDI Out, and MIDI Thru
USB port for bidirectional MIDI communication
Audio Input for creating user wavetables from external audio source (1/4" phone jack)
Audio Input can also route audio through the filters, output chain, and effects
Sustain/footswitch input
Volume pedal input
Expression pedal input

Power

1 universal IEC AC power inlet for internal power supply
Operates worldwide on voltages between 100-240v, 50-60 Hz, 65 watts maximum power consumption

Dimensions

Shipping Box Dimensions: 44 x 20 x 13 inches, 35 lbs
Synth Dimensions: 38.5 x 14.25 x 5 inches, 27 lbs