Tags: Desktop synthesisers

Notes: The Korg Volca Keys is an ideal introductory synthesizer, with a simple, yet powerful polyphonic analog sound engine and loop sequencer.

The Volca Keys is a long awaited synthesizer that adds a new chapter to the long and storied history of Korg's analog synthesizers. This 27 key analog lead synth delivers unbelievably powerful sound in a compact body. Starting with a filter section that uses the circuitry of the legendary miniKORG700S (1974), it delivers astonishing sound that takes full advantage of Korg's half-century of know-how in circuit design.

With a simple structure that includes delay effect and a sequencer, it's also an ideal choice for a first analog synth. It offers the richly expressive sounds that are distinctive of analog, providing the enjoyment of simple yet deep sound-creation. The possibilities are endless; you can use the three oscillators to play chords, use them in unison with detune to produce solid lead lines, or apply ring modulation to create far-out metallic sounds.

The Voicing function makes it easy to specify how the three oscillators will be combined. Choose between poly, unison, octave, fifth, unison ring or poly ring simply by turning a dial. Easy for those taking thier first steps into synthesisers, the Volca's simple design makes it easy to obtain a wide variety of sounds.

Record phrases as you play them with the Volca Keys using the loop sequencer. With up to 16 steps, it's easy to create phrases as they come to mind. Use the overdub recording function to produce complex loops, with up to 8 sequence patterns able to be stored in internal memory. Craft your loops with the motion seqence function, apply time varying changes to your sound to enhance loops and add originality to your life performances.

Skip a step during sequence playback with active step, a function that creates effects similar to a short loop or unexpectedly irregular rhythms. This allows you to create a dynamic performance just as though you were performing the sequence itself. Flux function lets you play back the phrase without quantizing the steps, producing a loop with a distinctive sense of groove.

A useful self-tuning function constantly tunes the oscillators, so you never need to tune during a performance or wait for the pitch to stabilise after turning the power on.

Connect the Volca Keys with the rest of the Volca Series or a Monotribe using the sync jack. A MIDI in connector lets you synchronise with other devices, play the Volca from any MIDI keyboard and send note messages from your DAW.

The Volca Keys analogue loop synth has a compact size and a built-in speaker, easily playable anytime, anywhere. The ideal starter-synth.

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Notes: *** Synthesizer comes with a free copy of The Waldorf Edition software, including D Pole Filter Module, PPG Wave 2.V & Attack ***

Waldorf are back in the game. With the Blofeld. this synthesizer offers all the unique qualities that made Waldorf a truly legendary brand.

The engine inside the heavy duty, full metal chassis of the Blofeld delivers the same fat and rich sound that so many Waldorf users worldwide love when they play their Pulse, Q, Q+, Micro Q, Microwave, Microwave II/XT, or even the flagship Wave.

Yes, you've heard it right. The Blofeld is not only capable of producing these warm, organic analog sounds known from the Q synthesizer line, it also sports a wavetable engine like its predecessors with Wave in their names.

This unique synthesis system is based upon the revolutionary PPG Wave synthesizers of the early 80s. So when you listen to the Blofeld for the first time, you will instantly recognize those edgy, hard-hitting and bell-like timbres that have been an integral part of so many world hits from the PPG era on, and become increasingly popular once more.

In fact it is amazing to realize that nowadays this complex technology fits into such a slim and elegant device. And for a price no-one would have imagined a couple of years ago.

Notes: Streichfett combines the best of the now extinct species of String Synthesizers of the 70s and early 80s. Its dual sound engine features a fully polyphonic strings section and a monophonic solo section, which is essential for recreating how adult movies sounded thirty years ago. The Ensemble Effect handles lubrication of the String Section, while the Effects section adds adjustable Phaser or Reverb. Alternatively, the Effect section can be used to animate the strings registration, allowing spectacular sound morphs.

The Solo Section offset presets named Bass, E-Piano or Clavi, and just like in your typical string machine, the sound has little to do with that name. Instead, these are shimmering and slightly percussive sounds that blend well with the string section.

Although the User Interface is simple and easy to comprehend, it controls a rather complex sound engine which is capable to delivers rich and creamy pads unlike any other instrument.

Twelve patches can be stored and selected in the Memory section, USB and MIDI are of course on board.

Notes: Pulse 2 Analog Synthesizer is proof positive that good things can come to those that wait. For ever since this high-quality synthesizer developer discontinued its original rack-mountable Pulse and Pulse+ programmable analogue monosynths boasting ballsy bass tones and legendary leads beyond compare, those Nineties electronic musicdominating sounds have been severely sought after by those in the know. Which was exactly what drove us into development overdrive to produce an all-new Pulse fit for the 21st Century.

As an all-new, all-analogue synthesizer design, Pulse 2 flawlessly delivers exactly what synth connoisseurs around the world have been truly craving for quite some time - three analogue oscillators living in perfect harmony with a VCF (VoltageControlled Filter), yet we did not stop there: the fresh filter circuits in the Pulse 2 now offer 12dB Highpass and Bandpass modes in addition to 24dB/12dB Lowpass for strengthened sound-sculpting flexibility, while we added analogue Filter FM, two Overdrive circuits, and Ring Modulation from OSC 3, together with Paraphonic and Unison modes allowing up to eight-voice chords - a fantastic feature found on our recently-released Rocket Synthesizer.

Pulse 2 is housed in a sturdy metal desktop casing. Alongside its generous 128x64-character backlit LCD, eight eye-catching stainless steel knobs are available to nimbly navigate through the parameter matrix - logically laid out across the front panel for all to see at all times, set the master Volume, and easily edit display-accessible parameters.

Connectivity comes well catered for courtesy of USB, MIDI In, MIDI Out, Ext In (external analogue signal input), line OUT, and headphone output - not forgetting, of course, CV Out (supporting both the V/octave and Hz/V standards) and Gate Out (V-Trigger- and S-Trigger-compatible), allowing a myriad of suitably equipped older (or newer) synths to be connected to the Pulse 2 to mirror whatever MIDI 'note' information is being played by the Pulse 2, including the output of its powerful ARP (arpeggiator). And if that's not enough to be getting on with, the CV Out can even be modulated in the eight-slot modulation Matrix, making for even more tantalising tone colours and performance possibilities!

Alongside analogue must-haves like a noise generator, Pulsewidth modulation, and hard Sync, other notable features include an Alternating Pulsewidth Modulation mode new to the Pulse 2 (offering a dense PWM sound without affecting perceived loudness), and an XOR Osc mode (that is a binary XOR combination of two PWM oscillators with two distinct output levels - high and low only - capable of producing inharmonic spectra unlike anything associated with any analogue synthesizer other than the original Pulse) - all of which, of course, contribute to kickstarting those still soughtafter sounds right here, right now in the 21st Century. Speaking of which, 500 onboard sound programs should be more than
enough to keep the most diehard synthesist smiling! What's more, all are backwards-compatible with the original Pulseseries, so original Pulse owners can quickly transfer their favourite sounds to their new Pulse 2 via MIDI (dump).

Notes: The Meng Qi Wingie Mk2 is a handheld stereo resonator with built-in microphones and stereo line iput.

Version 2 now also offers MIDI input (via 3,5mm TRS jack), an aluminium case, and a better user interface including 3 switches, 26 buttons, 3 sliders and 2 RGB LEDs that indicates the current mode.

There is a USB-Type C jack for power and convenient data transfer. Wingie can also run on a power bank.

To make sure you always have the most up-to-date capabilities, the USB serial chip can be updated easily.

Power supply via USB (Type C)

Dimensions: 116 x 100 x 33mm including switches

Notes: A whooooole lot of synth power for the money, building on the original Minilogue's analogue platform with a load of added digital features. Hard to think of many more versatile synth modules.

Supplier notes:
Minilogue XD module is the new desktop module version of Minilogue XD, the four-voice polyphonic analogue synthesiser with a customizable digital multi-engine and built-in stereo digital effects.

The desktop module is equipped with the same controllers as the keyboard version, making it a great choice not only as an additional sound module for your keyboard or DAW but also providing excellent performability, giving you an easy way to include an analogue polyphonic synth in your setup. It's also equipped with a poly-chain function that lets you connect it with another Minilogue XD or Minilogue XD module so that the two units can operate as a polysynth with a total of up to eight voices in your studio or on stage.

Add the sounds of the Minilogue XD to your setup or system!

Equipped with an analogue synthesiser circuit and a digital multi-engine:

Voice structure of Minilogue XD is 2VCO + MULTI ENGINE, 1VCF, 2EG, 1VCA, and 1LFO. In addition to the distinctive circuits found in the series, such as wave shaping to shape the overtones of the oscillator and a sync/ring switch, there's also cross modulation, a two-pole filter that can be both sharp and fat, and a drive switch that adds thickness and drives signal into Minilogue XD's filter. Every parameter has been tuned in detail based on what musicians want out of their synth. The sounds range from the warm pads typical of analogue to fat basses and crisp lead sounds, covering every situation.

The additional sound design possibilities of digital sound are delivered by the multi-engine: the third oscillator in addition to the two analogue VCOs. This engine, which is equipped with three different types of sound generator (noise, VPM, and open-source user oscillators) lets you take advantage of a sonic character that's different than analogue, and use it at the same time as the analogue engine, infinitely expanding XD module's potential through hybrid sound design.

High-quality digital effects:

Minilogue XD's high-quality digital effects use 32-bit floating point DSP processing, adding a finishing touch to its deep sound design platform. The three types (modulation effects, reverb, and delay) can be used simultaneously, letting you choose from a wide range of variations including chorus, ensemble, warm tape delay, and a diverse variety of reverb. The user effect slots allow you to load your own effect programs that you've created.

User customization brings out infinite potential:

The Minilogue XD features a customizable open-source environment. The unit comes with 16 user oscillator slots and 16 user effect slots that you can customize. Oscillators and user programs that you've created with the SDK (Software Development Kit) can be loaded into the Minilogue XD via the dedicated librarian software, as well as oscillators other users share online.

What sounds can you create using the fusion of expanded digital oscillators with analogue synthesis? Create original programs, share code, and participate in the user community. KORG even provides sample code to get you started.

Polyphonic Step Sequencer:

One of the major features of the Minilogue XD series is its 16-step step sequencer. Each of the factory-preset programs has an embedded sequence pattern created with performance in mind.

The step sequencer provides 16 steps, and supports both realtime recording and step recording. You can use the 16 step buttons to select a step directly, allowing quick editing to replace the pitch of a step or to mute it, or even improvisatory performances. Motion sequence lets you record the movements of up to four knobs, adding time-varying change to the sound, and you can record not only smooth changes in value but also values that change precisely at each step. You can use this to have different parameter values at each step; for example, you might create a drum pattern or sound effect from just a single program. This allows countless ideas to be unleashed.

Poly chain support:

The Minilogue XD module can be used in conjunction with another unit in the Minilogue XD series for poly assignment settings. Specify one unit as the master and the other as the slave, and they will play as an eight-voice polyphonic synthesiser. This supports a variety of uses, such as a voice-expansion module for the Minilogue XD or as a sound module for a DAW-based production system.

Free bundle of music software:

The Minilogue XD module comes with a diverse variety of music software from Izotope including "Ozone Elements" which lets you not only create songs but also master them using AI, "Skoove" which will help you improve your keyboard playing skills, "Reason Lite" DAW software, as well as software synths from KORG and other brands.

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: As a stand-alone instrument, Mavis is a straightforward analogue synthesizer with patchable modular utilities and the unmistakable Moog sound and quality. Easily remove Mavis from its case and it becomes a 24-point CV controllable module (44hp) ready to be installed into your Eurorack system or alongside Moog's other semi-modular instruments.

Mixing the familiar with the exotic, Mavis features Moog's legendary oscillator and filter circuits alongside a diode wavefolder - the first analogue wavefolder to appear on a Moog instrument. Combining traditional subtractive synthesis with additive wavefolding and oozing with personality, Mavis' clever presentation of synthesis modules and utilities ensure deep creative synergy and musical connection.

Mavis is a powerful, fun, and low-cost Moog that makes learning synthesis or expanding an already-advanced studio setup approachable for anyone looking to explore classic analogue sound in a new way.

Get closer to the circuits at the heart of Mavis and come away with a Moog analogue synthesizer that is uniquely "yours". No soldering is required and can be completed by any skill level in an afternoon.

A powerhouse on its own, Mavis was also designed to enhance any interconnected Moog semi-modular setup or Eurorack system. In 44HP, the synthesizer offers incredible value with two oscillators, full ADSR, ladder filter, sample and hold, wavefolding, attenuators, mixer, mults, and much more for more complex musical arrangements.

Mavis is eager to play along with other voltage-controlled devices (especially with Moog's other semi-modular instruments), and its useful collection of utilities and flexible control voltage routing allows for intricate dialogue between them.

Built-in keyboard with Glide and KB scaling

As a standalone instrument or as a 44HP Eurorack module, Mavis adds an expressive 1 v/o controller to any setup with the flexibility to dial in experimental new pitch relationships via the KB scale knob and explore musical intervals that go beyond the established standards.

Full Range Analog Oscillator

A Voltage Controllable Oscillator with PWM (Pulse Width Modulation), Waveform mixing, and Mod Source mixing, delivers rich harmonic character and motion.

Voltage Controlled Filter

Sculpt your sound with the -24-dB Moog Low Pass Ladder Filter, delivering the sonic power behind the distinct sounds of Moog basslines and leads.

Audio Rate LFO and 4-Stage Envelope Generator

Mavis uses crossfaders in its modulation routing instead of switches, allowing you to blend between a variable shape LFO and four stage envelope generators for interesting and unusual modulation contours.

Wavefolding and Modular Utilities

Mavis features Moog's first-ever wavefolding circuit, allowing for additive synthesis to sit alongside traditional subtractive synthesis, unlocking sounds not heard from a Moog before. Mavis also features a broad modular utility section complete with attenuators, offsets, mults, and a flexible DC-coupled mixer providing the tools needed for creative patching and sound design.

Patchable Sample and Hold (S+H) circuit:

Generates a random CV pattern that can be patched to modulate other parameters, including setting Mavis into a "random sequencing" mode of performance.

24-Point Patch Bay

Mavis is eager to play along with other voltage-controlled devices (especially with Moog's other semi-modular instruments), and its useful collection of utilities and flexible control voltage routing allow for intricate dialogue between them.

Protective Cover

Mavis includes a fitted protective cover for use during studio downtime or taking your instrument on the go.

Specs

Type: Semi Modular Analog Synthesizer - Operate standalone or as 44hp Eurorack module
Polyphony: Monophonic
Keypad: 1 Octave Keypad w/ Glide and Scaling
Sound sources: Analogue Voltage Controlled Oscillator (Mixable Saw/Square)
Filter: Analogue -24dB Moog Low Pass Ladder Filter
Envelope: 4-stage Analog EG (Envelope Generator)
Wavefolder: Diode Wavefolder
LFO: Analogue LFO (Mixable Triangle / Square)
Modular utilities: Sample and Hold, Attenuators, Offsets, Mults, and a flexible DC-Coupled Mixer
Patch bay: 24-Point Patch Bay (3.5 mm)
Accessories: Protective Cover, Patch Cables, Calibration Tool, and Nut Driver Included

Notes: Boutique analogue goodness inspired by chthonic demi-goddesses. Obviously. Six-voice synth engine with fully analogue signal path plus digital reverb. Compact and powerful with a lush, distinctive sound.

Supplier's Notes:
Nymph(e)s are chthonic demi-goddesses who not only personify nature but are regularly associated with the wild.

They inhabit rivers, springs, woods, groves, fields, caves, mountains and valleys.

They preside over fountains, sacred wells and fresh water.

The Polyphonic Synthesizer N Y M P H E S was developed during the obscure pandemic times and we really hope that it will bring a pinch of happiness on your face. Dreadbox have attempted to condense an ambitious idea in a small and compact box, without any compromise in the quality of the final instrument.
The result is stunning and ethereal ...

Features per Voice

1x VCO with Wave Forming
1x Sub Oscillator
Noise generator
1x LFO per voice with: Key track, Fade In and Fade out, 5 waveforms and wide frequency (into the FM range)
2x Envelope Generators
24dB/octave Low Pass Resonant Filter with accurate tracking
6dB/octave High Pass Non-Resonant Filter

Common

Voice Features

1x common LFO (named LFO2) that can target any and multiple parameters with different amount to each one at the same time , with: Key track, Fade In and Fade out, 5 waveforms and Wide Frequency (into the FM range)
7x active Chords that you can edit, modulate and store on each preset
Modulation wheel, Velocity and Aftertouch (monophonic) can target any and multiple parameters with different amount to each one at the same time

Specifications & Connections:

USB powered (1.5 Watts)
50 Playing hours with 20,000mA portable power bank
MIDI IN via USB or DIN5
1/4 MONO TS Jack Out
1/8 Headphones Out

Dimensions: 24 x 12.5 x 3.8 cm
Weight: 0.85 kg

Requirements

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

Included in the box

USB cable (A to B)
DIN5 to 3.5mm adapter (specs as found at midi.org)
Quick Start Guide
Menu Map

IMPORTANT NOTE:
True power consumption is at 310mA. Some computers cannot deliver that much current. Please make sure that your device has sufficient current for Nymphes before connecting it- otherwise if you want to connect it with a computer, you will need a USB splitter or a powered USB hub.
When using a USB adapter, always make sure it can deliver 1000mA or more.

Notes: Offspring from a noble house, the little synthesizer machine with the big and evil sound.

Waldorf is back in the game. With the Blofeld.

This synthesizer offers all the unique qualities that made Waldorf a truly legendary brand.

The engine inside the heavy duty, full metal chassis of the Blofeld delivers the same fat and rich sound that so many Waldorf users worldwide love when they play their pulse, Q, Q+, micro Q, microwave, microwave II/XT, or even the flagship wave.

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: 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: A standalone instrument to get you into the world of analogue synthesis. Hand-built, simple to use and capable of some excellent drones and tones. Just add headphones.

Supplier's Notes:
OVUM is where you start: a standalone all-analogue tool for exploratory sound synthesis - all you need to start creating is headphones.

OVUM is designed for exploring pure tones, drones, and microtonal sound textures. Five independently controlled triangle-core oscillators give you five lush voices to layer and evolve. Each voice has a separate control for volume, pitch, and tone, and can be switched between a bright square wave and a crisp triangle wave.

OVUM is hand-built from 100% analogue circuitry, with no digital components, screens, quantization, or key-combinations to memorize - everything is immediate and at your fingertips.

OVUM is enclosed in a beautiful and sturdy wood and aluminum case that feels as good in your hands as it looks on your tabletop.

OVUM has a USB-C port for power, and a single 3.5mm audio output jack for headphones or line-out to connect to an amplifier, audio interface, or effects.

To reduce waste, by default OVUM comes with just the instrument and a USB to USB-C power cable. If you don't have a spare USB power supply, they can be added to your purchase at checkout. OVUM is portable, but does not contain a battery. It can be powered by any USB powerbank.

Notes: Somewhere between an analogue drum synth and a dub siren, the DS71 is a uniquely creative little box. Properly versatile, experimental stuff.

Supplier's Notes:
The DS71 is a synthesizer designed to easily create many different dub siren tones at your fingertips. It combines analog synth voicing circuitry with a powerful digital LFO that allows for quick access to different sounds at the press of a button. Inspired by the classic analog drum-synth modules and re-interpreted as dub siren.

Audio output: impedance balanced 1/4" TRS Jack

Trigger input: impedance balanced 1/4" TRS Jack

DC Input: 12VDC, 500mA, centre positive, 2.1mm x 5,5mm barrel type connector

Dimensions: 145mm x 130mm x 60mm

12VDC 1A power supply included.

Notes: Welcome to the world of sound of LYRA-8, the unique organismic analogue synthesizer designed by Vlad Kreimer. "Organismic" means that LYRA uses some principles that lie in the base of living organisms. The way how LYRA's modules interacting between each other and the behaviour of the instrument resembles a live conversation.

LYRA-8 is based on eight generators, which will be referred to as voices. Their design is not like a traditional subtractive synthesis VCO. Instead of having a linear or logarithmic dependency on control voltage, they resemble the tone generators in old electric organs. Hence the use of the term "voices" instead of "VCOs". Lyra uses non-linearity a lot, and the voices are constructed in such a way that allows for non-linearity to express itself.

The voices are divided into four pairs (12, 34, 56, 78). All the pairs are divided in two groups, with two pairs in each (1234, 5678), creating tree-like structure.

The voices can function either in an electric organ mode or in an FM synthesis mode with each of the voices and its envelope acting as a separate FM operator. The voice's impact on FM synthesis will decrease along with the decay of its envelope.

LYRA-8 also has the next blocks:

The HYPER LFO is a complex low-frequency generator, whose waveform is synthesized from two simple LFOs by summation or multiplication of their frequencies. It also has a sync mode. The LFO can modulate the selected pairs of voices and the MOD DELAY.

The MOD DELAY consists of two lines of delay with cross-feedback and a special architecture that enables resonance between the two lines. Each line's delay time can be individually modulated from various sources, including external ones. The delay has a unique possibility of self-modulation where the output signal modulates the delay sample rate, creating cool effects.

The DISTORTION is last in the chain, after the delay. It enables the delay to also influence the distortion.

For all its experimental character, LYRA is a professional instrument. Its output dynamics and frequency response are balanced and ready for a live performance or studio recording without any additional processing.

Notes: Brilliantly unusual synth based on eight analogue tone generators, functioning more like an electric organ or FM synth than a conventional subtractive architecture. Unique sound.

Supplier notes:
Welcome to the world of sound of LYRA-8, the unique organismic analogue synthesizer designed by Vlad Kreimer. "Organismic" means that LYRA uses some principles that lie in the base of living organisms. The way how LYRA's modules interacting between each other and the behaviour of the instrument resembles a live conversation.

LYRA-8 is based on eight generators, which will be referred to as voices. Their design is not like a traditional subtractive synthesis VCO. Instead of having a linear or logarithmic dependency on control voltage, they resemble the tone generators in old electric organs. Hence the use of the term "voices" instead of VCOs. Lyra uses non-linearity a lot, and the voices are constructed in such a way that allows for non-linearity to express itself.

The voices are divided into four pairs (12, 34, 56, 78). All the pairs are divided in two groups, with two pairs in each (1234, 5678), creating tree-like structure.

The voices can function either in an electric organ mode or in an FM synthesis mode with each of the voices and its envelope acting as a separate FM operator. The voice's impact on FM synthesis will decrease along with the decay of its envelope.

LYRA-8 also has the next blocks:

The HYPER LFO is a complex low-frequency generator, whose waveform is synthesized from two simple LFOs by summation or multiplication of their frequencies. It also has a sync mode. The LFO can modulate the selected pairs of voices and the MOD DELAY.

The MOD DELAY consists of two lines of delay with cross-feedback and a special architecture that enables resonance between the two lines. Each line's delay time can be individually modulated from various sources, including external ones. The delay has a unique possibility of self-modulation where the output signal modulates the delay sample rate, creating cool effects.

The DISTORTION is last in the chain, after the delay. It enables the delay to also influence the distortion.

For all its experimental character, LYRA is a professional instrument. Its output dynamics and frequency response are balanced and ready for a live performance or studio recording without any additional processing.

Specifications:

Max output voltage: 2 v 0-to-peak
Output connector: mono 6.3 mm TS or TRS (balanced) jack
Output resistance: 100 Ohm
EXT IN: 1 v 0-to-peak
EXT IN connector: 6.3 mm TS jack
HOLD GATE: full HOLD volume +5 V
HOLD GATE connector: 6.3 mm TS jack
CV DELAY : unipolar, range of 0 to +5 volt
CV DELAY connector: 6.3 mm TS jack
CV VOICES: unipolar, range of 0 to +5 volt
CV VOICES connector: 6.3 mm TS jack
Power supply: stabilised, +12 V, 0.2 A, centre positive
Power Consumption: 2 watt
Dimensions: 266 x 266 x 62 mm
Weight (without power supply and packaging): 2.5 kg

Notes: Mono Lancet '15 might be small-sized device, despite it is a bona fide analogue synthesizer.

Two oscillators and a noise generator are the foundation for its sound. Together with the musical lowpass filter and VCA it's capable of producing warm and precious sounds full of character.

Beside its audio qualities Mono Lancet '15 has a dead simple and intuitive user interface. Each parameter has its own control. We are absolutely convinced that you will quickly learn how to realize your sounds with Mono Lancet '15 without thinking about what you do.

Expandable with Modular Dock:
Mono Lancet '15's functionality can even be enhanced using the optional Modular Dock eurorack module. It offers various in- and out-connections to the individual sections of the synthesizer. With just a few additional modules you can multiply the strong sound base of Mono Lancet '15.

Mono Lancet '15 is manufactured in our Elektroakustischen Manufaktur in historical Vogtland. For us it is not only a piece of high-quality analogue technology but rather a musical instrument, handmade with love and passion.

Ships with UK 3-pin power supply.

For audio demos, please visit - http://www.vermona.com/en/products/synthesizer/product/mono-lancet-15/

Notes: Desktop version of the mega Hydrasynth. The same amazing synth engine, paired with polyphonic, pressure-sensitive touchpads, making it an interesting creative alternative to the keyboard version.

*** New 2.0 Firmware update for all Hydrasynth models - March 2023 ***

This is a free of charge update for all current and new users of Hydrasynth. The biggest news in this update includes:
Expanded memory to 8 banks (Keyboard, Desktop, and Explorer only)
NEW modulation source: VOICE MODULATOR
OSC Bit reducer
LFO quantizer
ENV quantizer
LFO Step Advance
Global FX bypass
Increased Vibrato resolution
New Sustain pedal options including Sostenuto
More LED options
Glissando in glide options
Arp Range goes to 6 octaves
Arp Step Offset parameter
More Rand/Init shortcuts (all STEP LFO steps, Wavescan waves, Voice mod offsets)
Local On/Off saved
......And more!
This is the first major update to the Hydrasynth family in a little, which adds a tonne of new features.


Supplier's notes:
The HYDRASYNTH Desktop / Rack has the same great sound engine as the HYDRASYNTH Keyboard. The sound engine is a sound designers dream synth as well as a performing musicians ideal. The sound engine is designed for maximum flexibility. At the same time, we designed the user interface in a way to allow you to edit the patch quickly with a minimal amount of paging and many workflow shortcuts.

Utilizing an advanced wavetable synthesis engine, 3 Oscillators, dual Wave Mutators and 2 filters that can be configured in series or parallel, the tone generating capabilities are unmatched.

As for the performance capabilities, The Hydrasynth Desktop / Rack has 24 polyphonic pressure touch pads so that you can play the unit without needing to connect a keyboard or other controller. Using multiple pad layout modes as well as quick to access scale modes, the Hydrasynth Desktop / Rack is easy to make music on.

The Hydrasynth Desktop / Rack comes with rack ears so that you can mount it in a standard 19" rack.

Notes: Latest incarnation of Buchla's legendary modular synth. Massively creative with incredible sound and history stretching all the way back to the 1960s.

Supplier notes:
The evolution of the legendary modular analog synthesizer by Don Buchla. The Buchla Easel Command is the newly updated 208C in a standalone desktop form with MIDI and CV control.

Buchla's own Joel Davel led the charge to create a new version of the legendary Music Easel instrument with more modular flexibility and independence, while also providing the means to easily interface with more devices, such as the various DAWs like Ableton and MIDI controllers, including the very expressive Sensel Morph. It's still fully analog in its default configuration and provides the unique and exquisite Buchla experience with greater functionality at a lower cost.

Notes: A beautifully realised instrument drawing on West coast and East coast synthesis concepts to create something new and beguiling. Three oscillators, smooth filter and Buchla-style dynamics controller.

Supplier's Notes:
Taiga Paraphonic Modular Synthesizer

Taiga is a complete, modern, modular instrument that allows us to explore beyond the boundaries of a traditional analog synthesizer. The sound of Taiga can be attributed to three uniquely Pittsburgh innovations. A trio of huge analog oscillators, the unmistakably smooth sound of the Pittsburgh Filter, and the warmth of the unique Dynamics Controller. These enable you to not only create sounds that would be traditionally expected from an analog synthesizer, but also to explore new sonic textures and performance possibilities.

Taiga oscillators

Waveforms generated by the three Taiga oscillators stretch beyond the basic geometric shapes and sounds associated with analog synthesis. Taiga waveforms pass through up to three proprietary, cascading waveshapers designed to precisely manipulate their symmetry and harmonic content. In addition, each oscillator includes a robust six-stage wave folder to add even more complexity and depth to the diverse sonic palate of Taiga.

The Pittsburgh Filter

The Pittsburgh filter has defined the sound of Pittsburgh Modular from the moment it was introduced. A signature gummy and relaxed sound with no dead spots that has been tweaked to perfection. It offers a warm, smooth sweep through the full frequency range and a sweet resonance that does not roll off the low end. This generation of the Pittsburgh filter is specifically designed to ensure a remarkable interplay with Taiga's oscillators.

Pittsburgh Dynamics Controller

Pittsburgh's new Dynamics technology imparts Taiga with a uniquely organic depth and presence. By simultaneously managing both amplitude and harmonic content, the Pittsburgh Dynamics Controller expands beyond the one-dimensional VCA found in other synthesizers. It does this by utilizing new advancements from traditional low pass gates to add additional definition and dimension to the voice of Taiga.

When used in low pass gate mode, sounds shed harmonic content and become warmer as they decrease in volume. This mimics how sound waves react to their environment. Because of this connection, the Taiga sounds more natural or complex compared to other instruments.

Analogue Echoes

Echos is a beautifully dark analog delay tuned to enhance the source material by repeating it over and over. Echos utilize a pair of bucket brigade delay chips to produce a classic voltage-controllable analog delay effect that helps to place the sounds of Taiga in a simulated environment.

Open Architecture

Taiga has an internally defined signal path. Patch cables are not necessary to begin exploring. Attach a midi keyboard and plug the output into a speaker or DAW and Taiga is ready to go with a robust but familiar workflow. When your ideas grow beyond the pre-defined signal path, a 60 point patch bay opens up a fully modular instrument with access to an even deeper set of features and tools.

Complete Set of Modular Tools

Taiga includes a host of fully modular, analog, and digital synthesis tools to support and enhance its core functionality. Analog tools include a flexible dual mixer, a pair of plucky four-stage envelope generators, noise, and sample and hold. Digital tools cover external MIDI, arpeggiator, clock sync'd modulation tools, and a robust collection of random generators. The Taiga toolset is deep enough for any type of sonic exploration.

Taiga features and other info:

Paraphonic synthesizer with unique additive elements

Fully patchable - use Taiga's components as separate modules with external devices or reroute its internal patching.
Controllable via MIDI, CV, and integrated pseudo random sequencing mode
Clock-synced arpeggiator
3x Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizer developed 100% analog oscillators
Oscillator waveforms - sine, triangle, and saw - Waveforms can be combined
3x Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizer 6 stage wave folder/shaper circuit - folds inputted waves back onto themselves to increase harmonic content
Oscillators include frequency modulation (FM)
Noise generator - pitched somewhere between pure white and pink noise. Perfect for percussion or adding a bit of edge to a sound.
Variable state, multi-mode "Pittsburgh No-Dead-Spots" filter (lowpass, bandpass, highpass, modes can be combined)
Sample & Hold circuit
2x Analog ADSR / envelope generators
Pittsburgh dynamics section - an alternative to an envelope generator and a VCA, the dynamics controller is a Pittsburgh Modular invention that adds a dimension of control over a vactrol-less lowpass gate circuit, adding release time. (read more on this in the user guide)
Dual range analog LFO with square and triangle wave outputs.
LFO Range High: 2 Hz to 500 Hz Low: 41 seconds to 5 Hz
Dual Channel Mixer - 2 channel mixer and a 3 channel mixer joined together, capable of mixing both audio or control voltages.

Notes: Waldorf draw on their proud history with a new wavetable synth building on the classic Microwave 1 and modern Microwave II/XT. Serious synth power from this eight-voice monster.

Supplier's Notes:
M's musical heart is an eight-voice polyphonic, four-part multitimbral WAVETABLE SYNTHESIZER - as boldly blazoned in red across its full-metal blue- coloured casing, itself hinting at its illustrious Microwave heritage - are two wavetable oscillators with independent wavetable-generating Classic Microwave 1 and Modern Microwave II/XT modes, meaning that the wavetable oscillators behave differently in both of those modes (accessible by pressing the Mode button beside the helpful high-resolution graphic display with four endless encoders for yet more hands-on control).

With M, Waldorf are musically returning to their roots by bringing back classic Microwave and 'modern' Microwave II tone generation as a new-generation classic hybrid wavetable synthesizer with an analogue lowpass 24 dB/Oct VCF - SSI 2144 Improved Ladder Type - with resonance and analogue saturation feature, true stereo analogue VCA with panning option, and much more to explore in a desktop-friendly form factor featuring a wide range of unique sounds. Plentiful presets - totalling 2,048 sound programs (divided into 16 banks, each with 128 sounds) - professionally programmed by world- renowned sound designers also include all of the classic Microwave sound sets, such as MW1 Factory Sound Set, MW1 Soundpool 1-5, the fat-sounding Analogue and Bassco, as well as PPG Wave 2.3 sounds cleverly converted for the original Microwave. Moreover, it also features freshly-programmed sounds utilising M's myriad new features - from true hard Sync (when working in its Modern Microwave II/XT mode) to the ARP (arpeggiator) and MIDI-syncable global LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator).

But beating at M's musical heart as an eight-voice polyphonic, four-part multitimbral WAVETABLE SYNTHESIZER - as boldly blazoned in red across its full-metal blue- coloured casing, itself hinting at its illustrious Microwave heritage - are two wavetable oscillators with independent wavetable-generating Classic Microwave 1 and Modern Microwave II/XT modes, meaning that the wavetable oscillators behave differently in both of those modes (accessible by pressing the Mode button beside the helpful high-resolution graphic display with four endless encoders for yet more hands-on control). Consequently, there is no hard Sync or ring modulation available in the Classic Microwave I mode, where 16-bit wavetables are bit-reduced to 8-bit and a 240 kHz non-anti-aliased sample rate is offered, whereas the Modern Microwave II/XT mode offers a 40 kHz sample rate with band-limited wavetables, although both oscillators - OSC 1 and OSC 2 - offer the same panel parameters.

Two LFOs are generating a periodic waveform with adjustable frequency Rate and Shape that can be used for modulation purposes, are also always at hand. However, unlike other Waldorf synthesizers, there is no modulation matrix in M. Making a conscious design decision to set up M's modulation facilities directly on the corresponding display page, to paying tribute to the 1989-vintage Microwave.

Back in the here and now, M takes performance to a whole new level, thanks to that advanced ARP with 16 preset patterns, chord mode, and an ability to synchronise to MIDI clock. Furthermore, four programmable ENVELOPES allow adventurous users to manipulate sound parameters via rate or timed modulations.

Musically making a connection to the outside world is important to any synthesizer, so M offers six (rear panel-positioned) stereo analogue outputs - arranged as MAIN OUT (L/Mono and R) and AUX OUT (A, B, C, and D), the latter of which can be used to route each of the four Multi (multitimbral) parts to different outputs, if desired; a stereo headphone output (with an associated Volume knob in addition to the topside Master Volume knob); 5-pin MIDI IN, OUT, and THRU DIN connectors, complimented by a USB 2.0 MIDI port (for computer connection to transmit and receive MIDI data); an SD Card slot (for updating M's firmware, importing/saving sound patches, and importing/saving M-specific data, such as user wavetables); and - last but not least - a Kensington compatible security lock slot.

Notes: A unique approach to FM synthesis in this updated version of Kodamo's ludicrously powerful EssenceFM. Up to 300 voice polyphony, hugely powerful touchscreen editing and stereo effects.

Supplier notes:
The EssenceFM is a powerful and easy to use FM synthesiser, allowing you to explore the endless soundscapes offered by FM synthesis. With a super-responsive touchscreen, assignable knobs and workflow optimized for sound design, creating rich and unique sounds is easier than on any other FM synthesiser.

The EssenceFM engine allows to create ridiculously powerful sounds made of more than 6 operators. That's why it's been given 300 voices of polyphony, you get the easy-to-program 6 op FM synthesis and the ability to layer many voices to create huge, rich-souding instruments.

There are 1800 operators and 4200 envelopes running at the same time, more than you will ever need.

This synth is the result of Kodamo's efforts to create the best user interface to interact with FM synthesis. No endless menus, no weird key combinations, no complex structure to remember. Everything is displayed on screen, every element is editable by pressing on it.It requires some trial and error to find the perfect sound, and that exploration process is fun only when the interface doesn't work against you. The EssenceFM is full of small details that makes workflow better: 1024 undo/redo steps while editing, copy/paste on every element, clear navigation using 4 modes and a breadcrumb, real-time envelope level display on the operators and much more. All that makes for a powerful and enjoyable synthesiser.

What you can do with it:
Create your own FM algorithms by drag and dropping operators on the touch screen. An almost infinite number of configurations is possible
Layer up to 128 voices per patch, each consisting of 6 operators, for incredibly rich sounds
Draw your custom waveforms on the touch screen to use them as oscillators or LFOs
Thicken the sound with the built-in effects
Take advantage of its 16 part/300 voice multi-timbrality to create full songs with it
Use it to make analog-like sounds with the built-in resonant filter
Connect it to your audio recording gear and effect modules in many different ways with the four balanced stereo outputs
Explore FM synthesis in the most convenient way possible with the Undo-Redo buttons, allowing for any action to be undone
Try microtunings, layer splits, round robin, MPE, and many other advanced features.

Package Contents:

EssenceFM synthesizer (MKII version)
Printed user manual
2x 3U 19" rack mount brackets
4x screws
Universal (100-240V) AC adapter
IEC power cable
2x rubber strip

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: Flagship model in IK's Uno Synth range, the Pro X adds extra synth power to the three-oscillator analogue design, with plenty of hands-on control and sequencing power.

Supplier's Notes:
Freedom of sound

Paraphonic dual filter analogue synthesiser

Embark on a liberating sonic adventure with UNO Synth PRO X, a powerful analogue synthesizer that'll ignite your creativity and elevate your music to new dimensions. Prepare to be inspired as you explore a world of infinite possibilities, where technology meets the timeless allure of analogue warmth.

Get creative

Featuring three discrete wave-morphing oscillators, the UNO Synth PRO X invites you to explore a vast sonic landscape. Unleash your imagination with PWM, sync, FM, and ring modulation capabilities: Your sonic palette knows no bounds.

Unrivalled sound sculpting

Discover a new realm of sonic possibilities with the UNO Synth PRO X's dual-filter design, combining classic OTA and SSI-chip-based filters. Immerse yourself in the moment as you weave intricate textures and shape your sound to perfection. Dive deeper into sonic exploration with the 16-slot modulation matrix enabling you to create intricate and evolving textures.

Sound connection

Take complete control over your music with over 30 hands-on controls, providing immediate access to your sound-shaping tools. With USB, MIDI, CV and Gate in/out options, integrating the UNO Synth PRO X into your setup is effortless.

4 kinds of effects

With 10 studio-quality FX in three slots and an analogue drive, your music will further come to life with warmth and character.

3 effects slots + analogue drive
Vintage chorus and uni-vibe
5 different delays
Hall, plate and shimmer reverbs

From sequencing to arranging

Unleash your creative potential, easily creating complex ever-evolving sequences. Try the 10-mode arpeggiator, equipped with a pattern designer to bring your melodies to life. New horizons are just around the corner with the Bassline mode, along with legato, mono and paraphonic modes, offering unprecedented expression of your musical ideas.

Advanced paraphonic 64-step sequencer
Per-step parameter recording with up to 48 parameters
Sequence randomizer that follows the scale you select
Parameter automation per step and real-time
10-mode arpeggiator with pattern designer
New Bassline mode plus legato, mono and paraphonic modes

Seamless DAW integration

With 256 user-editable presets the UNO Synth PRO X is a playground for sonic fun and exploration. Effortlessly sculpt save and recall your own custom sounds recapturing every moment of your creativity. And with the included Editor/Librarian software providing seamless control from your Mac or PC anything becomes possible. The Editor works as both a standalone application and as a plug-in inside your favourite DAW. This means you can program and play the UNO Synth PRO X just like a virtual instrument.

Designed for portability
The UNO Synth PRO X is not only a fun sound-design partner but also the perfect musical companion on the go, adapting to any environment. From backpack to mainstage, new sonic destinations will always be within reach.
Ultralight and ultraportable
PSU or USB battery pack power supply
Balanced stereo and headphone outputs

Custom travel bag available

Whether you're a seasoned sound designer or on the way to becoming one, UNO Synth PRO X is here to travel physically and sonically wherever you go.

UNO Synth PRO X Specifications

Sound generation
3 discrete wave-morphing oscillators
3 super-fast envelopes with loop and retrigger options
PWM, sync, FM and ring modulation
Dual-filter design, OTA and SSI-chip based
12 studio-quality FX in 3 slots + analogue drive

Performance tools
Advanced paraphonic 64-step sequencer
10-mode arpeggiator with pattern designer
New Bassline mode plus legato, mono, paraphonic
Audio input to filters and FXs or pass-through

Complete controls
Over 30 hands-on controls
16-slot modulation matrix
256 user editable presets
USB / MIDI / CV / Gate in/out
Backlight control and onboard factory preset restore
Advanced software control for Mac/PC

Ready for travel
Ultralight and ultraportable
PSU or USB battery pack power supply
Balanced stereo and headphone outputs
Editor/Librarian included
Optional gig bag available

Dimensions
Size (W x D x H): 33.3 x 15 x 5 cm, 13.11 x 5.91 x 1.96 in.
Enclosure: Plastic
Weight: 800 g, 1.76 lb
Power: iRig PSU-3A (included) or USB (5V/1.5A, 7.5W or above)

Package includes
UNO Synth PRO X
1x USB-C to USB-C Cable - 60 cm, 23.6 in.
Power Supply Unit
Quick start guide
Registration card

NOTE: USB power has inherent ground noise, so when connecting the UNO Synth directly to your computer via USB, you may hear more noise and interference than when the synth is connected to a USB wall charger or running via batteries. With the direct computer connection, you can reduce the USB ground noise and other interference by either using a USB isolator or a custom TRS cable into a balanced input on your preamp or audio interface where the ground is not connected at the balanced input side.

UNO Synth Pro Editor Compatibility

Computers
64-bit application. Requires a 64 bit CPU and Operating System.

Macr (64-bits)
Minimal: macOS 10.15 or later.

Windowsr (64-bits)
Minimal: Windows 8 or late

Notes: 12-voice version of Waldorf's Iridium Core, a compact synth from the same range as the Quantum. Running on the Waldorf OS, the Iridium features a versatile selection of Wavetable, Multi- & Granular-Sampling, Waveform, Kernel FM and Resonator synth engines.

Supplier's Notes:
The Core

Iridium Core provides the core synthesis engine of the Quantum / Iridium platform. It is the heart of Waldorf's most advanced hardware-based synthesis. The essence of forward-looking sound. The Core.

Sonic Explorer

Iridium Core contains 5 synthesis engines: Wavetable, Multi- & Granular-Sampling, Waveform, Kernel FM and Resonator. Combined with a broad selection of digital filter and processing options Iridium Core lets you explore a huge sonic universe of electronic sound. Iridium Core's intuitive and easy graphical interface helps you to keep your flow of creativity.

Wave Traveller

The compact form factor makes Iridium Core an ideal companion to travel with you to all your sonic explorations and performances. It fits well into laptop size bags and in carry on-baggage it leaves enough space to all your other devices you need for your performances.

Driven by Inspiration

Iridium Core comes with a huge collection of more than 1700 factory presets and samples to drive your sonic Wanderlust. Get inspired what the broad and diverse array of sound designers have created to fuel your musical endeavours.

Team Player

Iridium Core integrates into various live performance and studio setups. Its connects with your modular synths, drum machines, sequencers and computers. The compact form factor fits well into your tabletop or space limited setups.

Family Member

Iridium Core shares the same software platform like Quantum, Iridium Desktop & Iridium Keyboard. All instruments are powered by the Waldorf synthesiser OS and will receive joint updates. Thus, the whole family participates from future enhancements and developments.

Specifications

Compatible with the Waldorf Quantum synth engine
Software: Waldorf Synthesis Platform OS

Oscillators
3 Oscillators each capable of 5 synthesis modes:
Wavetable
Waveform (VA)
Particle (Sampling and Granular Sampling)
Resonator
Kernels (up to 6 sub-oscillators which can be interlinked through FM, AM or Wavetable-position at audio rate)

Dual Stereo Filters per voice
True stereo path Dual Digital Filter with independent modes:
12/24dB LP/HP/BP in all combinations
Nave, Largo, PPG, Quantum and StateVariable models
Analyzer displayed in Filter view
Filter curve animation when modulated (optional)
Sophisticated filter routing options with modulatable panning and levels

Digital Former
Filter models like State Variable, Waldorf Nave, Largo and PPG in HP/LP/BP/Notch
Comb filters, Bit-Crusher, various Drives, Ring-Modulation

Modulators
6 Envelopes
6 LFO
Komplex Modulator (LFO/Envelope combination with user-definable shape and morphing)

Mod Matrix
40 slots
Fast assign mode
One additional control amount per slot
Identical Sources and Destinations can be used multiple times until the matrix is full

Effects
5 slots per layer
Various parallel and sequential routing options
Reverb, Delay, Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Drive, EQ, Compressor, Tremolo

Performance features
Advanced Arpeggiator
Step-sequencer with up to 64 steps for notes and parameters
2x4 button pads assignable to notes or chords
4 user-assignable potentiometers
6 user-configurable macro buttons
Favourites screen for quick patch recall
XY control on touchscreen
Wheels touchscreen for MIDI controls like mod wheel, pitch bend, aftertouch and velocity
MPE capable

Screen
Industrial-grade highly responsive touch screen with Brightness control
1024x600 pixels

Voices
12 voice polyphony
Duo-timbral
Mono, Legato and Unisono modes

Patches
Over 1700 factory patches
Capacity of 7000 patch memory slots (numbers 0000-9999 can be used)
Patches from Quantum and other Iridium variants can be loaded and vice-versa
Category filter for patch list
2.6 GB sample flash memory preloaded with 2 GB factory samples

Connections
Stereo Audio Out: 2x TS jacks
Stereo Audio In: 2x TS jacks
Headphones TRS output with level control
DIN MIDI IN & Out, mini-TRS Type A (two adapters to DIN MIDI sockets included)
USB Type B (device) for MIDI connection to computer
USB Type A (host) for storage media and MIDI devices
MicroSD slot
2 high-resolution CV Inputs which can be used as modulation sources in the Mod-Matrix
Analogue clock In & Out with clock divider settings

Overall
Sturdy metal case
Dimensions: 346 mm wide by 200 mm depth by 64 mm height (including controls)
Weight: 2.2 kg
External Power Supply: Input 100-240 V / AC 50-60 Hz, Output 12 V DC / 3 A

What's In the Box?
Iridium Core Synthesizer
Two MIDI adapters: mini TRS to DIN sockets
Power Supply
Printed Quick Start Guide

Notes: A massive semi-modular system in a small case with the footprint of a laptop. Cascadia has MIDI in/out/thru/USB, Eurorack compatible signal levels and pro-level audio I/O to interface with the rest of your studio or get your studio started.

Modern Analogue Architecture

Cascadia is packed with a mix of classic East and West Coast synthesizer blocks. Normalized connections let you get straight to the sounds inside. Or, let your imagination run wild and patch any of the modules together however you choose. Make small tweaks to the architecture, or re-route the entire synth to your liking- the choice is yours!

Two Precision Analogue VCOs
VCO A is Thru-zero FM-ready with a dedicated Index VCA, Sub Oscillator, PWM and Soft/hard sync.
VCO B is a combo VCO/LFO with 4 simultaneous outputs
Six Channel Waveform Mixer
Two patchable (normalled) inputs
Noise generator with multiple algorithms.
Optional asymmetric soft clipping on the mix output.
Liquid-Sounding, Cascaded 4-Pole Multimode Filter
Eight Modes: LP1, LP2, LP4, BP2, BP4, HP4, NT2, Phazor.
Additional dedicated outputs for LP4 and HP4.
Input Level Knob for fine control of filter input and resonance balance and added drive.
Multiple FM inputs and a QM input, all with attenuators.
Wavefolder Circuit
West Coast-style parallel wavefolder.
Normalled into the auxiliary input on the VCA in parallel with the filter.
Dual Digital Envelopes
ENV A is a versatile east coast style ADSR / AHDSR envelope generator with a hold function and dynamic level/time control. Normalled to the VCA to instantly shape your sound.
ENV B is a complex, multimode function generator with a West Coast style AR/ASR/Cycling AR, a beat syncable LFO, Burst generator modes, and the Entropic Sequence Generator (added in 1.3). Normalled to the filter for instant FM without patching.
VCA A and Output Path
VCA A is a linear VCA with auxiliary input.
Global Output Mixer with overdrive circuit and bypassable asymmetric soft clipping.

Expansive Utilities Sections
Cascadia also features a whole host of utilities for getting the most out of your patches.

The Utility Row
Sample and hold circuit with white noise normalled to the input.
Slew/Envelope follower.
Attenuverter/Mixer with multiple outputs.
Triple triangle LFO with rate control, rate input and divided outputs.
Triple buffered multiple.
Precision adder.
Signal inverter.
Bi-polar > Unity level shifter.
Expression level control for modulation the TRS expression input on an FX pedal.
Ring Modulator.
VCA B / LPF (LPG) - Auxiliary VCA and 4-Pole Diode Ladder VCF combination for additional dynamics.
The Top Row
Easy to access Pitch, Gate, and Velocity CV inputs.
Pedal Send and Return FX loop with Wet/Dry control, phase inverter and Line/Pedal level switches.
Output Mixer with Overdrive.
Eurorack Level Main output with level control for interfacing with other modular gear.

The Outside world - MIDI, Pedal and Audio I/O
Cascadia is equipped with a ton of I/O to get it connected to the rest of your gear.

Rear Panel

1/4" Stereo Headphone jack.
1/4" Balanced Output Jack.
1/4" Balanced Input routed to a slider and output on the main panel for patching anywhere into Cascadia.
1/4" TS Pedal FX Send Return and 14" TRS Expression Out.
MIDI DIN In/Out/Thru and USB-MIDI all routed to the MIDI > CV Interface on the top panel.
MIDI > CV Interface
Deeper MIDI configuration is available with the Intelljel Config App (link below). MPE Support has been added in v1.4 and supports the Ableton Live 12 Tuning systems. Dual Mono mode (added in 1.3) allows an additional channel to send its own Pitch/Gate signal on the CC/MOD outputs. All modes support MIDI Portamento.

MIDI Pitch / Velocity Outputs and Learn Button
MIDI Gate / Trig Outputs
MIDI CC / Mod - Learnable and assignable to any CC or Channel Pressure
MIDI LFO - Multimode LFO synced with MIDI or Tap Clock
MIDI CLK - Dividable MIDI clock with alternate Tap Clock functionality.
Cascadia comes ready to play.

The normalization behind the panel allows for a ton of exploration without ever adding a patch cable; there is years of material to explore in Cascadia and years more when you start patching. There is everything you need to get started: 14 assorted patch cables, USB-A to USB-C cable, and an international power supply.

Expand and Customize

In addition to additional patch cables, there are additional options for swapping the wooden cheeks for metal side cheeks or a rackmount kit with a storage tray - great for an effects pedal or patch cables.

Specs

In the Box: Cascadia Semi-modular Synthesizer
14 Patch cables - 4×10cm, 4×15cm, 4×30cm, 2×45cm
USB-C to A cable
Intellijel cable tie
15V/1.2A AC Adaptor (Euro/American prongs included)

Height: 66mm (from rubber foot to top of knobs)
Width: 348mm (including wood end cheeks)
Depth: 246mm (front to rear jacks).
Power: 15V DC/1.0 A (minimum), centre-pin-positive.

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: The MSW-810 is a faithful recreation of the CMU-810 Monosynth which was designed as a synth expander for the 1983 CMU-800 computer music production system. At its core however, is the tone generator of the MC-202.

Specifications:

VCO
AS3340 Based
Range: 16'/8'/4'/2'
Pulse Width Modulation: 50% to Min
PWM Mode: ENV/Manual/LFO
Modulation Depth
Tune

Sound Mixer
Level Control Sliders: Square, Saw, Sub-OSC, Noise
Sub-OSC Waveforms: 1 oct down, 2 oct down, 2 oct down PWM

VCF
AS3109 Based
Cutoff Frequency: 10Hz to 20kHz
Resonance: 0- Self Oscillation
ENV Depth
Modulation Depth
CV Follow: 0-100%

VCA
Gate or Envelope

Envelope
Attack time: 1.5 ms to 2 s
Decay time: 2 ms to 10 s
Sustain Level: 0-100%
Release Time: 2 ms to 10 s

LFO
Rate: 0.1Hz to 20 kHz
Delay Time: 20 ms to 0.7s
Rate Indicator

VCA + Mixer
Level Control Sliders: Synthesizer, Input 1, Input 2, Output
VCA Bypass Switch
VCA Response: Lin/Exp

Jacks
Synth CV in: 1V/Oct, 0-7V, 3.5mm TS
Synth Gate in: 0-12V, On>2.5V, 3.5mm TS
VCA CV In: Lin 0.83 to 5V, Exp 0.83-4.58V, 3.5mm TS
Input 1: Unbalanced 1/4" TS
Input 2: Unbalanced 1/4" TS
Synth Out: Max -6 dBm, Unbalanced 1/4" TS
Mix Out: Max -10 dBm, Unbalanced 1/4" TS
Headphone Out: Stereo, 9-150 ohm, 3.5mm TRS
Accent In: 0-5V, 3.5mm TS

MIDI

USB C
TRS MIDI Universal

Power
9V DC, 500 mA, Tip positive. 120-240V Included

Dimensions
13"x2.5"x8"

Includes: Universal power supply, MSW-810 Synthesizer

Notes: Great value from this curious little semi-modular FM synth. Two carriers, two modulators and virtual analogue delay give you plenty of creative power. Ideal for drones, weirdo synth parts and special FX.

Supplier's Notes:
The Mystic is an experimental FM synth with 2 carrier frequencies, 2 modulators, and an analogue-style delay. All of the synth parameters are controllable via cv as well as time control in the delay section.

The Mystic generates colossal waves that swirl, echo, ascend, and plunge into an ever-changing, sonic playground. Transcend reality and let the mystic guide the way!

Powering Tip

The Mystic uses a 9VDC, negative-tip, 200ma power supply. It is a standard Boss-style power supply used for most effects pedals. The power supply is sold separately.

Once plugged in, the Mystic is powered up and ready to go. Simply unplug it from the wall when not in use.

Output: line level

A note about the output level

The Mystic runs at line level, to be used with pedals and other devices that also run at line level. If using with Eurorack, the output level needs to be converted, just as you would with any guitar pedal.

There are several Eurorack modules that do this, but the one Recovery use and recommend is the Strymon AA.1.

Output jack

The Mystic requires a 3.5mm cable to connect the audio output to other devices.

Latching switch

Use this to latch the sound on and off. Up is on, and down is off.

Controls

Carrier frequency controls

Each carrier works together to build a waveform. Usually it's CF2 that responds to pitch tracking, but that can vary depending on the setting. Think of CF1 and CF2 as 2 sign waves being folded in various ways. Sending independent CV into each one will not get traditional 1 v/oct pitch results, but a combination of pitch, texture and tone.

Modulator controls

These are used to shape the tone and texture of the folded waveform you've created with CF1 and CF2. Modulation rate will control the speed of the modulation texture.


Momentary button

Use this to momentarily turn sound on and off. The momentary Button only functions when the Latching Switch is in the off (down) position.

Latching switch

Use this to latch the sound on and off. Up is on, and down is off.

Delay time controls

Controls the delay / echo time.

Delay feedback

Controls the number of delay / echo repeats.

Delay mix

Controls the volume of the delay / echo signal.

Volume

Controls the overall output volume of the Mystic.

CV controls

These will accept CV voltage of up to +5 volts. The parameter you are controlling should be at 12 0'clock to get the most effect from the voltage input.

Notes: The Analogue-only variant can ONLY be used via CV/Gate like the original CMU-810. MIDI is NOT available on this device.

Fully assembled and Calibrated.

The MSW-810 is a faithful recreation of the CMU-810 Monosynth which was designed as a synth expander for the 1983 CMU-800 computer music production system. At its core however, is the tone generator of the MC-202.

Specifications:

VCO

AS3340 Based
Range: 16'/8'/4'/2'
Pulse Width Modulation: 50% to Min
PWM Mode: ENV/Manual/LFO
Modulation Depth
Tune

Sound Mixer

Level Control Sliders: Square, Saw, Sub-OSC, Noise
Sub-OSC Waveforms: 1 oct down, 2 oct down, 2 oct down PWM

VCF

AS3109 Based
Cutoff Frequency: 10Hz to 20kHz
Resonance: 0- Self Oscillation
ENV Depth
Modulation Depth
CV Follow: 0-100%

VCA

Gate or Envelope

Envelope

Attack time: 1.5 ms to 2 s
Decay time: 2 ms to 10 s
Sustain Level: 0-100%
Release Time: 2 ms to 10 s

LFO

Rate: 0.1Hz to 20 kHz
Delay Time: 20 ms to 0.7s
Rate Indicator

VCA + Mixer

Level Control Sliders: Synthesizer, Input 1, Input 2, Output
VCA Bypass Switch
VCA Response: Lin/Exp

Jacks
Synth CV in: 1V/Oct, 0-7V, 3.5mm TS
Synth Gate in: 0-12V, On>2.5V, 3.5mm TS
VCA CV In: Lin 0.83 to 5V, Exp 0.83-4.58V, 3.5mm TS
Input 1: Unbalanced 1/4" TS
Input 2: Unbalanced 1/4" TS
Synth Out: Max -6 dBm, Unbalanced 1/4" TS
Mix Out: Max -10 dBm, Unbalanced 1/4" TS
Headphone Out: Stereo, 9-150 ohm, 3.5mm TRS
Accent In: 0-5V, 3.5mm TS

Power
9V DC, 500 mA, Tip positive. 120-240V Included

Dimensions
13"x2.5"x8"

Includes: Universal power supply, MSW-810 Synthesizer

Notes: The Skorn da Bask table top module is the same module as the eurorack version but in a hammond 1590BB enclosure and aluminium panel, it can be powered thru a 2,1mm negative pin power jack, compatible with Boss and Ibanez standard power supplies.

Thanks to their routing options, the VCOs can not only be used to generate audio signals, but for modulating the VCF's cutoff frequency as well. Besides processing internally produced saw tooth waves, the filter is also usable for editing sound coming from other modules. Typical Touell Skouarn, the Skorn da Bask distorts like hell. Primary application: The creation of dirty, experimental sound structures and abstract rhythms.

The front panel of Skorn da Bask shows three areas highlighted in red. These zones contain the connectors and control elements for the oscillators. Each VCO comes equipped with a pitch CV input, a tune potentiometer and two switches for defining the routing as well as the frequency range used. In detail, the oscillators can be connected to the audio or CV input of the filter. Thanks to their range switches, each VCO is able to work with audio or low frequency rates. The pitch input does not follow the standard 1v per octave.

After all, Skorn da Bask is not an ordinary oscillator module, but an experimental sound generator.

The low pass filter features a slope of 24 dB per octave. A potentiometer named FreqaNs regulates the circuit's cutoff parameter, Dasson sets the resonance. For processing external signals, there is an audio input. As long as a cable is plugged into this socket, the VCOs are disconnected from the filter's audio path. Third-company modules, like an envelope or LFO, can influence the VCF's frequency via a CV input. For damping modulation signals coming from the oscillators, there is an attenuator knob. The audio output is equipped with a level potentiometer. High settings lead to juicy overdrive effects.

Notes: Creative little desktop noise synth based on some unique ideas. Generate tones with conventional oscillator, noise source and oscillating delay feedback, then mix it all through a final delay.

Supplier's Notes:
Synamodecs Levitate is a desktop synthesizer that is made for noise and experimental music making.

It's divided into three blocks Legus, Neura and Nxpctd. Legus consists of two delays in series. Those delays offer time, level, feedback and dry/wet parameters. Due to it's layout it is capable of generating sounds without any input signals. The ouput of the first delay can modulate the delay time of both or just the other one. The Neura section is a sound and noise generator with frequency, texture and waveform controls and outputs on two different independent outputs. Last but not least the NXPCTD block is a third delay through which the Legus ad Neura pass through. It gives control over dry/wet, time and feedback control.

Additionally the Levitate offers an external audio input for extra fun.

All in all a fun little box for weird and crazy sound exploration. Dc power adapter included.

Dimensions: 20 × 30 × 10 cm

Notes: Astrogorus is an standalone compact synthesizer focused to harsh noise and drones. Huge sound with infinte possibilities. Easy to operate and built into alluminium case.

Compact synthesizer ideal for harsh noise and drones, three independent oscillators with rate control -a fourth oscillator is the sum of the three previous ones plus noise mixer of the four oscillators + noise

Six controls to select the type of noise on the fourth oscillator

Harmonics

Six band filter/eq
Feedback and level control

Distortion

Distortion level
Feedback
Two band tone control

Power supply

Transformer 24 v positive to the center (included with the device)
1/4" mono jack output

Notes: The Synadrone consists in four combined oscillators that create powerful and organic sounds.

The mix of the four oscillators as well as their arrangement can be varied by acting on the switches. Oscillators modulate each other in a complex way, but you can control the results of this modulation manually with the pots.

The oscillation section includes after the oscillation section a low pass filter with cutoff and resonance controls.

Cutoff and resonance allow to change from very powerful and "full" bass sounds to delicate and very refined highs.

It has the option to send the filter output signal to a delay, with repeat and level controls.

The Synadrone also incorporates a built-in LFO with rate and level controls to modulate the delay time.

Specifications:
Power supply +9v (center Positive)
4 oscimodulations
Filter - cutoff - resonance
LFO
Analogue delay

Notes: The iconic Synclavier brand returns with this digital powerhouse, based around FM synthesis but also offering additive and subtractive methods. Super versatile, with up to 98-voice polyphony and MPE support.

Supplier's Notes:
The new buck in the Synclavier stable

Synclavier Regen is the newest in an auspicious line of Digital FM synthesizers. Designed for desktop use, it contains the power of the Synclavier II DSP engine, enhanced and optimised. Full colour screen, liquid-like touch controls, high fidelity audio output coupled with a sound design powerhouse makes this the synth you always dreamed of.

Regen supports additive synthesis for full control of 24 harmonics. Synclavier have now added subtractive synthesis to the Synclavier synthesis engine, especially for Regen, allowing creation of super saws, PCM square waves, and noise generation. Or you can use samples for your carrier waveform.

And these different waveform generators can be mixed. You have up to 12 partials to use in your sound design creation with crossfades assignable to inputs such as velocity, pressure, mod wheel, and of course, keyboard.

Regen is loaded with content to get you inspired fast. There are over 550 timbre presets across 10 newly commissioned timbre libraries. On top of that, there are over 2000 royalty-free samples built-in, including over 350 selected original samples from the NED era and 2 exclusive artist sample libraries.

When you're done exploring the factory content, you'll have fun with the sound design possibilities. You can layer up to 12 partials with different sound generators (additive, subtractive, samples) then apply dynamic effects per partial. It's truly an expressive instrument, both to program and to play. Polyphonic aftertouch and MPE is fully supported and there's a sophisticated modulators section where you can apply responsive curves to properties driven by pressure, velocity, mod wheel position, and so on.

Synclavier Regen is a desktop unit measuring 310mm wide by 260mm tall and 42mm deep.

Housed in aluminium, finished with a sand-textured black and Synclavier red surround. It has rubberized plinths.

User interface consists of many silicone buttons with multi-colour backlighting, a virtual knob capacitive-touch slider with epoxy-coating. A VK display is included as well as a main modal display that shows current parameters, user settings, timbre library, etc.

Over 40 years of synth design has led to this product. It's a sound-designer's dream in a timeless desktop package.

Sound-design Capabilities

Advanced DSP synth engine, as used on Synclavier II, has been extended for Regen.
12 separate tracks of multi-timbrality, assignable to MIDI tracks and keyboard ranges.
Up to 98 simultaneous voices. Voice count is dependent on system load and is likely to be much higher in typical scenarios.
12 partials per timbre. Each partial can be 1 of 3 oscillator synth modes: additive, subtractive, or samples.
Additive mode supports coefficient and phase control of 24 harmonics.
In samples mode, up to 128 samples can be placed on the partial's patchlist.
Subtractive can have a noise generator or up to 9 de-tunable continuous sawtooth waveforms.
Hybrid (resynthesized samples)
Timbre-level effects, including:
Stereo reverb algorithm with pre-delay and library of presets.
Highly-optimised multi-mode filter with sophisticated filter envelope.
Bit-crusher (for use with additive, sample, and hybrid modes).
Frequency modulation (FM) controllable per partial (all modes) with envelope.
Sophisticated modulation system that allows many Regen parameters to be controlled via MIDI, LFOs (24 per timbre), or driven by envelopes (24 per timbre).
Approx 300MB of sample space in memory = 100 mins @ 48Khz 24-bit mono shared across all active tracks and partials.

Hardware

Balanced stereo output through XLR connections at pro-level 4dBu. Designed for studio and home use. These are DC-coupled for maximum bass impact.
Single-ended TS stereo outputs, also DC-coupled.
Convenient headphones TRS jack for monitoring master audio with independent volume
control. For headphones in range 32O - 300O.
DAC circuit is designed for ultra-low noise floor. 11dB of headroom over nominal level. A
measured 130dB of dynamic range. 24-bit, 50kHz sample rate, as per Synclavier II.
Hybrid sound design engine: original Synlcavier II hardware is modelled in software.
High quality audio components throughout, including a precision temperature compensated crystal oscillator for jitter-free digital audio.
Two glorious full-colour sunken displays.
Responsive silicon back-lit parameter buttons.
The vertical value swiper is touch accurate to 128 levels of resolution for precise control
of every parameter.
12 selector buttons are touch-sensitive and can handle gestures to quickly select
multiple partials or tracks.
SD Card reader for unlimited user timbre and sample libraries.
4 USB accessory ports for MIDI keyboards, sequencers, and audio interfaces. Plus 1 USB Host port for connecting to a computer for MIDI input from a DAW.
Take it on the road. Rugged, full metal enclosure.

Notes: White fog version of Intellijel's brilliant Cascadia, one of our favourite synths of recent years. A huge range of semi-modular circuits combine to create a hands-on instrument with its own distinctive character.

Supplier's Notes:
A massive semi-modular system in a small case with the footprint of a laptop. Cascadia has MIDI in/out/thru/USB, Eurorack compatible signal levels and pro-level audio I/O to interface with the rest of your studio or get your studio started.

Modern Analogue Architecture

Cascadia is packed with a mix of classic East and West Coast synthesizer blocks. Normalized connections let you get straight to the sounds inside. Or, let your imagination run wild and patch any of the modules together however you choose. Make small tweaks to the architecture, or re-route the entire synth to your liking- the choice is yours!

Two Precision Analogue VCOs
VCO A is Thru-zero FM-ready with a dedicated Index VCA, Sub Oscillator, PWM and Soft/hard sync.
VCO B is a combo VCO/LFO with 4 simultaneous outputs
Six Channel Waveform Mixer
Two patchable (normalled) inputs
Noise generator with multiple algorithms.
Optional asymmetric soft clipping on the mix output.
Liquid-Sounding, Cascaded 4-Pole Multimode Filter
Eight Modes: LP1, LP2, LP4, BP2, BP4, HP4, NT2, Phazor.
Additional dedicated outputs for LP4 and HP4.
Input Level Knob for fine control of filter input and resonance balance and added drive.
Multiple FM inputs and a QM input, all with attenuators.

Wavefolder Circuit

West Coast-style parallel wavefolder.

Normalled into the auxiliary input on the VCA in parallel with the filter.

Dual Digital Envelopes

ENV A is a versatile east coast style ADSR / AHDSR envelope generator with a hold function and dynamic level/time control. Normalled to the VCA to instantly shape your sound.

ENV B is a complex, multimode function generator with a West Coast style AR/ASR/Cycling AR, a beat syncable LFO, Burst generator modes, and the Entropic Sequence Generator (added in 1.3). Normalled to the filter for instant FM without patching.

VCA A and Output Path

VCA A is a linear VCA with auxiliary input.
Global Output Mixer with overdrive circuit and bypassable asymmetric soft clipping.

Expansive Utilities Sections
Cascadia also features a whole host of utilities for getting the most out of your patches.

The Utility Row
Sample and hold circuit with white noise normalled to the input.

Slew/Envelope follower.
Attenuverter/Mixer with multiple outputs.

Triple triangle LFO with rate control, rate input and divided outputs.
Triple buffered multiple.

Precision adder.

Signal inverter.

Bi-polar > Unity level shifter.
Expression level control for modulation the TRS expression input on an FX pedal.

Ring Modulator.
VCA B / LPF (LPG) - Auxiliary VCA and 4-Pole Diode Ladder VCF combination for additional dynamics.

The Top Row
Easy to access Pitch, Gate, and Velocity CV inputs.
Pedal Send and Return FX loop with Wet/Dry control, phase inverter and Line/Pedal level switches.

Output Mixer with Overdrive.
Eurorack Level Main output with level control for interfacing with other modular gear.

The Outside world i MIDI, Pedal and Audio I/O
Cascadia is equipped with a ton of I/O to get it connected to the rest of your gear.

Rear Panel

1/4" Stereo Headphone jack.
1/4" Balanced Output Jack.
1/4" Balanced Input routed to a slider and output on the main panel for patching anywhere into Cascadia.
1/4" TS Pedal FX Send Return and 14" TRS Expression Out.
MIDI DIN In/Out/Thru and USB-MIDI all routed to the MIDI > CV Interface on the top panel.
MIDI > CV Interface
Deeper MIDI configuration is available with the Intelljel Config App. MPE Support has been added in v1.4 and supports the Ableton Live 12 Tuning systems. Dual Mono mode (added in 1.3) allows an additional channel to send it's own Pitch/Gate signal on the CC/MOD outputs. All modes support MIDI Portamento.

MIDI Pitch / Velocity Outputs and Learn Button
MIDI Gate / Trig Outputs
MIDI CC / Mod - Learnable and assignable to any CC or Channel Pressure
MIDI LFO - Multimode LFO synced with MIDI or Tap Clock
MIDI CLK - Dividable MIDI clock with alternate Tap Clock functionality.
Cascadia comes ready to play.
The normalization behind the panel allows for a ton of exploration without ever adding a patch cable; there is years of material to explore in Cascadia and years more when you start patching. Everything you need to get started is included: 14 assorted patch cables, USB-A to USB-C cable, and an international power supply.

Expand and Customize
In addition to additional patch cables, there are great additional options for swapping the wooden cheeks for metal side cheeks or a rackmount kit with a storage tray- great for an effects pedal or patch cables.

Specs

In the Box: Cascadia Semi-modular Synthesizer
14 Patch cables - 4×10cm, 4×15cm, 4×30cm, 2×45cm
USB-C to A cable
Intellijel cable tie
15V/1.2A AC Adaptor (Euro/American prongs included)

Height: 66mm (from rubber foot to top of knobs)
Width: 348mm (including wood end cheeks)
Depth: 246mm (front to rear jacks).
Power: 15V DC/1.0 A (minimum), centre-pin-positive.

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


Waldorf draw on their proud history with a new wavetable synth building on the classic Microwave 1 and modern Microwave II/XT. Serious synth power from this eight-voice monster.

Supplier's Notes:
M's musical heart is an eight-voice polyphonic, four-part multitimbral WAVETABLE SYNTHESIZER - as boldly blazoned in red across its full-metal blue- coloured casing, itself hinting at its illustrious Microwave heritage - are two wavetable oscillators with independent wavetable-generating Classic Microwave 1 and Modern Microwave II/XT modes, meaning that the wavetable oscillators behave differently in both of those modes (accessible by pressing the Mode button beside the helpful high-resolution graphic display with four endless encoders for yet more hands-on control).

With M, Waldorf are musically returning to their roots by bringing back classic Microwave and 'modern' Microwave II tone generation as a new-generation classic hybrid wavetable synthesizer with an analogue lowpass 24 dB/Oct VCF - SSI 2144 Improved Ladder Type - with resonance and analogue saturation feature, true stereo analogue VCA with panning option, and much more to explore in a desktop-friendly form factor featuring a wide range of unique sounds. Plentiful presets - totalling 2,048 sound programs (divided into 16 banks, each with 128 sounds) - professionally programmed by world- renowned sound designers also include all of the classic Microwave sound sets, such as MW1 Factory Sound Set, MW1 Soundpool 1-5, the fat-sounding Analogue and Bassco, as well as PPG Wave 2.3 sounds cleverly converted for the original Microwave. Moreover, it also features freshly-programmed sounds utilising M's myriad new features - from true hard Sync (when working in its Modern Microwave II/XT mode) to the ARP (arpeggiator) and MIDI-syncable global LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator).

But beating at M's musical heart as an eight-voice polyphonic, four-part multitimbral WAVETABLE SYNTHESIZER - as boldly blazoned in red across its full-metal blue- coloured casing, itself hinting at its illustrious Microwave heritage - are two wavetable oscillators with independent wavetable-generating Classic Microwave 1 and Modern Microwave II/XT modes, meaning that the wavetable oscillators behave differently in both of those modes (accessible by pressing the Mode button beside the helpful high-resolution graphic display with four endless encoders for yet more hands-on control). Consequently, there is no hard Sync or ring modulation available in the Classic Microwave I mode, where 16-bit wavetables are bit-reduced to 8-bit and a 240 kHz non-anti-aliased sample rate is offered, whereas the Modern Microwave II/XT mode offers a 40 kHz sample rate with band-limited wavetables, although both oscillators - OSC 1 and OSC 2 - offer the same panel parameters.

Two LFOs are generating a periodic waveform with adjustable frequency Rate and Shape that can be used for modulation purposes, are also always at hand. However, unlike other Waldorf synthesizers, there is no modulation matrix in M. Making a conscious design decision to set up M's modulation facilities directly on the corresponding display page, to paying tribute to the 1989-vintage Microwave.

Back in the here and now, M takes performance to a whole new level, thanks to that advanced ARP with 16 preset patterns, chord mode, and an ability to synchronise to MIDI clock. Furthermore, four programmable ENVELOPES allow adventurous users to manipulate sound parameters via rate or timed modulations.

Musically making a connection to the outside world is important to any synthesizer, so M offers six (rear panel-positioned) stereo analogue outputs - arranged as MAIN OUT (L/Mono and R) and AUX OUT (A, B, C, and D), the latter of which can be used to route each of the four Multi (multitimbral) parts to different outputs, if desired; a stereo headphone output (with an associated Volume knob in addition to the topside Master Volume knob); 5-pin MIDI IN, OUT, and THRU DIN connectors, complimented by a USB 2.0 MIDI port (for computer connection to transmit and receive MIDI data); an SD Card slot (for updating M's firmware, importing/saving sound patches, and importing/saving M-specific data, such as user wavetables); and - last but not least - a Kensington compatible security lock slot.

Notes: Like a greatest hits of recent Analogue Solutions synths, the Ample combines sound elements from the Fusebox with jack patch points, a patch pin matrix, plus sequencer and CV touch pads from the Generator, creating something new and unique.

Supplier's Notes:
Ample combines the best elements of several of Analogue Solutions' recent products.

The sound elements of Fusebox
Jack patch points of Concussor Eurorack
Patch pin matrix of Vostok
Echo from Dr Strangelove
Sequencer and CV touch pads of Generator

It shares all this yet still has its own sound!

Ample can be as complex or as simple as you want it to be

This synth has been given a large and diverse number of controls, that along side the patch sockets, will give even the best and experienced synthesist endless possibilities.

This synth presents the controls in a user friendly and familiar synth layout that, together with this manual and other resources, enable even the new guy to get great sounds.

Synth - Percussion - Audio Processor

Ample is a compact analogue synthesizer. Analogue - as in really analogue. Aside from the MIDI chip (which has to be digital), everything else is totally analogue using real transistors and op-amps. There are no CPU stabilised and quantised circuits, no DCOs, no digital LFOs and no digital EGs, as found on other so called analogue synths. The circuitry is based on designs dating back to the mid-1970s. So Ample has a genuine old sound.

Circuits included

3x Analogue Oscillators

There are three analogue VCOs - each providing a wealth of features and modulation choices. VCO3 can easily be utilised as a LFO.

2x Analogue Low Frequency Oscillator

LFO2(/Sync) has a triangle wave output. VCO3 can be used as an LFO and has Saw, Triangle and Square wave modulation signals.

Analogue Filter

Ample uses a four pole 24bB per octave low pass filter.

Analogue Amplifier

The VCA can be set to THRU so it is always 'open'. This allows Ample to be used as an effects processor.

2x Analogue Envelopes

There are two EGs - each having full control over ATTACK, DECAY, SUSTAIN, and RELEASE.

Modulation

Great thought has been placed into modulation route choices, allowing a wide range of sounds to be produced, including percussion and 'modular' sounds further extended by patching with the jack sockets and pin matrix.

MIDI

MIDI is intentionally kept simple - so you can concentrate on making new sounds and making music - not getting tied up with SYSEX programming.

You get the all important control over filter cut-off using MIDI Velocity.

Patchable External CV Control Sockets

Ample has many input and output audio and CV sockets - to allow the synth to be effectively re-wired to make new sounds.

The sockets also enable it to be easily used with Eurorack and other modular systems. They can be patched together.

Sequencer

Ample has a vintage style 16 step sequencer.

Touch Keys

There are 6 touch keys that each output a set voltage. Use this to play the pitch or as modulation signals. A great tool for inspiration!

Pin Matrix

A neat way to patch the synth.

Echo

Nice lo-fi echo / delay.

Notes: An absolute powerhouse of a synth with 16-voice polyphony, stereo architecture and a four-part multitimbral digital sound engine. Built-in sequencers, sample playback and effects make it a true all-rounder.

Supplier's Notes:
MD900 is a polyphonic desktop synthesizer, multitimbral with 4 parts. A polyphony of up to 16 voices are shared by the 4 multi-timbral parts. All of these 4 parts have their own effect stack [Mod-Delay (flanger, chorus, vibrato), Reverb, Tube-AMP, EQ, LP-Filter, DYNAMIC (Limiter) , Stereo Delay ...].

The overall audio path is stereo. Rationally, the oscillator, mixer filter, amps and effects are all in stereo.

Four independent arpeggiator und step sequenzer assigned to each of the four synth parts. The trigger sequencer may trigger the built in transient sample player (Drum Kit .wav) or send triggers to MIDI-Out (USB-DIN or USB-MIDI)

The housing is made of aluminum with real walnut wood on the front and back.

All components are industrial grade. On the operator panel we use precision potentiometer with aluminum covered knobs.

For some parameter entries we use endless encoder without rest.

This kind of encoders feels like a potentiometer.

All of this feels very valuable and it feels great to work with.

The MD900 XVA engine is patch compatible with the M800-R2 synthesizer.

Overview Firmware OS:

The XVA-Sound Engine of the MD900 runs on top of a Linux OS with real time extensions. The overall boot time is < 30 sec.

All contents like Wavetable-, Sample-files, preset and sub-preset files are stored on the internal filesystem.

The filesystem is accessible over ethernet (USB-Lan Adapter).

Managing presets, samples, wavetables configurations & updates are possible and easy to handle.

Operation Panel:

The operation panel gives you real time control to the major voice parameters with a dedicated knob. All parameters are accessible via touch-display and the endless rotary encoders. The part (timbre) has to be selected to alter the parameter on the dependent timbre.

The module specific info display gives the necessary detailed feedback on the parameter changes.

Specifications

Dimensions: 460mm x 295mm x 65mm
Power: External 15V DC power brick 50W
Audio In : 6.3mm stereo jack
Audio Out: Left 6.3mm mono jack, right/left 6.3mm stereo jack
Headphone: 6.3mm stereo jack
MIDI DIN: 1x Midi Input, 1x Midi Output, 1x Midi through
USB 2.0: 2x Hot connect for USB/Ethernet, USB-Midi Host
Pedal SW: 1x Pedal switch input 6.3mm jack
Volume pedal: 1x Standard expression pedal
TFT Display: 5" 800x 480 Colour (24bit) capacitive touch display.
Frontpanel: 37x Potentiometer, 12x linear slider, 12x endless encoder, 30x switches, 42x Leds

Notes: Welcome to the world of sound of LYRA-8, the unique organismic analogue synthesiser designed by Vlad Kreimer. "Organismic" means that LYRA uses some principles that lie in the base of living organisms. The way how LYRA's modules interacting between each other and the behaviour of the instrument resembles a live conversation.

LYRA-8 is based on eight generators, which will be referred to as voices. Their design is not like a traditional subtractive synthesis VCO. Instead of having a linear or logarithmic dependency on control voltage, they resemble the tone generators in old electric organs. Hence the use of the term "voices" instead of "VCOs". Lyra uses non-linearity a lot, and the voices are constructed in such a way that allows for non-linearity to express itself.

The voices are divided into four pairs (12, 34, 56, 78). All the pairs are divided in two groups, with two pairs in each (1234, 5678), creating tree-like structure.

The voices can function either in an electric organ mode or in an FM synthesis mode with each of the voices and its envelope acting as a separate FM operator. The voice's impact on FM synthesis will decrease along with the decay of its envelope.

LYRA-8 also has the next blocks:

The HYPER LFO is a complex low-frequency generator, whose waveform is synthesized from two simple LFOs by summation or multiplication of their frequencies. It also has a sync mode. The LFO can modulate the selected pairs of voices and the MOD DELAY.

The MOD DELAY consists of two lines of delay with cross-feedback and a special architecture that enables resonance between the two lines. Each line's delay time can be individually modulated from various sources, including external ones. The delay has a unique possibility of self-modulation where the output signal modulates the delay sample rate, creating cool effects.

The DISTORTION is last in the chain, after the delay. It enables the delay to also influence the distortion.

For all its experimental character, LYRA is a professional instrument. Its output dynamics and frequency response are balanced and ready for a live performance or studio recording without any additional processing.

Notes: Welcome to the world of sound of LYRA-8, the unique organismic analogue synthesiser designed by Vlad Kreimer. "Organismic" means that LYRA uses some principles that lie in the base of living organisms. The way how LYRA's modules interacting between each other and the behaviour of the instrument resembles a live conversation.

LYRA-8 is based on eight generators, which will be referred to as voices. Their design is not like a traditional subtractive synthesis VCO. Instead of having a linear or logarithmic dependency on control voltage, they resemble the tone generators in old electric organs. Hence the use of the term "voices" instead of "VCOs". Lyra uses non-linearity a lot, and the voices are constructed in such a way that allows for non-linearity to express itself.

The voices are divided into four pairs (12, 34, 56, 78). All the pairs are divided in two groups, with two pairs in each (1234, 5678), creating tree-like structure.

The voices can function either in an electric organ mode or in an FM synthesis mode with each of the voices and its envelope acting as a separate FM operator. The voice's impact on FM synthesis will decrease along with the decay of its envelope.

LYRA-8 also has the next blocks:

The HYPER LFO is a complex low-frequency generator, whose waveform is synthesized from two simple LFOs by summation or multiplication of their frequencies. It also has a sync mode. The LFO can modulate the selected pairs of voices and the MOD DELAY.

The MOD DELAY consists of two lines of delay with cross-feedback and a special architecture that enables resonance between the two lines. Each line's delay time can be individually modulated from various sources, including external ones. The delay has a unique possibility of self-modulation where the output signal modulates the delay sample rate, creating cool effects.

The DISTORTION is last in the chain, after the delay. It enables the delay to also influence the distortion.

For all its experimental character, LYRA is a professional instrument. Its output dynamics and frequency response are balanced and ready for a live performance or studio recording without any additional processing.

Specifications:

Max output voltage: 2 v 0-to-peak
Output connector: mono 6.3 mm TS or TRS (balanced) jack
Output resistance: 100 Ohm
EXT IN: 1 v 0-to-peak
EXT IN connector: 6.3 mm TS jack
HOLD GATE: full HOLD volume +5 V
HOLD GATE connector: 6.3 mm TS jack
CV DELAY : unipolar, range of 0 to +5 volt
CV DELAY connector: 6.3 mm TS jack
CV VOICES: unipolar, range of 0 to +5 volt
CV VOICES connector: 6.3 mm TS jack
Power supply: stabilised, +12 V, 0.2 A, centre positive
Power Consumption: 2 watt
Dimensions: 266 x 266 x 62 mm
Weight (without power supply and packaging): 2.5 kg

Notes: Reinventing the virtual analogue synth for the 21st century, the Vibes is a digital demon. True stereo signal path, resonant oscillators, Serum-compatible wavetables and heaps of creative potential.

Supplier's Notes:
Small form, big heart

True Stereophonic Digital Synthesiser with 24 Stereo Voices

With its 24 stereo voices, powerful XVA Engine, full Audio Mixer, improved Clip Launcher, comprehensive Drum Engine and the new Resonator Oscillator, Vibes becomes a new class of synthesizer, that helps you to reach your full creative potential.

True stereo

The true stereo signal path allows for sounds, that have never been possible before.

Oscillators that resonate

The new Resonator Oscillator together with the existing Wavetable Oscillator open up a new world of sonic potential.

Sketching, writing performing

The only synthesiser you need for writing and performing your compositions.

Mix it all together!

Mix internal sounds and stereo input with the Digital Audio Mixer integrated into the Vibes!

One preset, eight different flavours

Store your ideas and recall them in an instant with Variants

Engine specs

Based on Mayer EMI's powerful XVA Audio Engine the Vibes is preset compatible with the MD900 and comes with the following feature set:

24 shared Stereo Voices
4 Synth-Parts + 14 Drum Instruments

Stereo structure per voice

2x Oscillator with 3 different models

Algorithm Oscillator

8 different Waveforms (PD_SIN, VA_SWEEP, and more)
Morphing and Modulation capabilities

Wavetable Oscillator

More than 50 preset wavetables
Wavetables consisting of up to 256 single-cycle waveforms with 2048 samples per cycle (Serum format compatible)
Spectral effects (spectral morph, harmonic shift, ... and more)
Up to 4x stereo unison

Resonator (physical modelling)

64 bands
Attack/Decay based exciter
Different Algorithms to define Band Profile

1x Sample / Noise Oscillator
Configurable loop modes and loop points
Single- or Multi-Samples

2x Stereo Multimode Filter with more than 10 different Models
4x ADSR Envelopes
3x LFOs (MIDI synchronized, standard & user defined shapes)
1x Waveform Shaper with different Algorithms
Modulation Matrix with 24 slots (25 source and 40 destination options)
Oscillator Mix and Filter Routing

ARPEGGIATOR and STEP SEQUENCER per Synth Part

Clip launcher

7 tracks (4 Synth-Parts, Drum Track, 2 Midi Tracks for external Instruments) with up to 8 clips per track
Polyphonic MIDI Sequencer with recording and quantization capabilities
Drum Pattern and Sequence Editor
Support of external Performance Controllers (e.g. Launchpad, APKmini) via USB

Synth and live effect stacks

4x Stereo Multi Effect Stack (1x for each Synth Part)
2x Stereo Live Multi Effect Stack in the Audio Mixer
Reverb, Stereo Delay (midi synchronized), Compressor, JChorus6, ... and more)

Digital audio mixer

19 Stereo Input Channels, 2 Stereo Output Channels
Bus, Headphone and Effect Send
Balance, Pan, Limiter functionality

MIDI connectivity

MIDI Control, Note On-Off, Pitchwheel, Polyphonic Aftertouch
Transport Send/Receive
Clock Send/Receive

Webinterface

Up-/ Download of user defined Presets, Performances, Wavetables, Samples, Sequences
Accessible via Wi-Fi or Ethernet

Others

14 GB internal Memory available for Presets, Wavetables, Samples, Performances and MIDI Sequences

Hardware specs

Control elements

5" Colour capacitive Touch-Screen (Resolution 800×480 pixel)
4 display related and 1 Main Encoder
20 Navigation and Menu Buttons
One Knob Section (morphing of multiple parameters together)
3 Synth-Part related Macro Encoder (Multicolour LED Rings)
3 Filter related Encoder (Multicolour LED Rings for Filter CutOff, Resonance and Amount)

Housing

Size (W x D x H): 322mm x 174mm x 76mm
Weight: 2kg
Metal Housing with walnut wood front and back
75mm x 75mm VESA Mount

Inputs/outputs

Power Switch
Power In 12VDC, 2.5A
3x USB-A Port (max. 500mA)
Ethernet (100Mbit)
Sustain Pedal-In: 6,3 mm TR Jack
Expression Pedal In: 6,3 mm TR Jack
DIN MIDI In / Through / Out
Stereo Line-In: 6,3 mm TRS Jack (24bit, 48Khz)
Stereo Line-Out: 6,3mm TRS Jack (24bit, 48Khz)
Stereo Headphone Out: 6,3 mm TRS Jack (16bit, 48Khz)
2,4/5GHz Wifi

Package contents

Vibes MD850
Power Supply 12VDC (including Plugs for EU, UK, US, AUS)
Quick Start Manual