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Notes: This synthesizer will make any desktop proud! The TI Desktop features an all-metal enclosure with a wooden strip on the front. Loads of knobs and buttons give direct access to the most important sound shaping parameters.

This range of instant access hands-on control will delight those who don't like menu diving. Like all other Virus TI synthesizers, a stereo analogue input offers the power to process external signals through the Virus' sound engine.

An optional 19" rack mounting kit is available for purchase.

There are not many modern synthesizers which can claim to have shaped the sound of music -- from electronica to soundtrack -- as much as the Virus line of synthesizers has. The Virus is known as much for its flexibility and powerful sound as for Total Integration, our award winning way to interconnect a hardware synthesizer with your DAW.

The first Virus was released in 1997 and each new iteration has added more features more powerful hardware, and greater musical potential. That evolution explains why the Virus TI series is so sought after and why it receives such praise from owners, press, and fans all over the world.

Artists including Depeche Mode, Madonna, Linkin Park and The Prodigy tour with a Virus-based setup. Producers such as Sasha, Pete Tong, Roger Sanchez and Dr. Dre consider the Virus a core part of their studios. Composers such as Hans Zimmer, James Newton Howard, John Powell and Mark Isham are enthusiastic Virus users, utilising its signature sound for their Hollywood blockbuster soundtracks.

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

This synthesizer will make any desktop proud! The TI Desktop features an all-metal enclosure with a wooden strip on the front. Loads of knobs and buttons give direct access to the most important sound shaping parameters.

This range of instant access hands-on control will delight those who don't like menu diving. Like all other Virus TI synthesizers, a stereo analogue input offers the power to process external signals through the Virus' sound engine.

An optional 19" rack mounting kit is available for purchase.

There are not many modern synthesizers which can claim to have shaped the sound of music -- from electronica to soundtrack -- as much as the Virus line of synthesizers has. The Virus is known as much for its flexibility and powerful sound as for Total Integration, our award winning way to interconnect a hardware synthesizer with your DAW.

The first Virus was released in 1997 and each new iteration has added more features more powerful hardware, and greater musical potential. That evolution explains why the Virus TI series is so sought after and why it receives such praise from owners, press, and fans all over the world.

Artists including Depeche Mode, Madonna, Linkin Park and The Prodigy tour with a Virus-based setup. Producers such as Sasha, Pete Tong, Roger Sanchez and Dr. Dre consider the Virus a core part of their studios. Composers such as Hans Zimmer, James Newton Howard, John Powell and Mark Isham are enthusiastic Virus users, utilising its signature sound for their Hollywood blockbuster soundtracks.

Notes: There are not many modern synthesizers which can claim to have shaped the sound of music -- from electronica to soundtrack -- as much as the Virus line of synthesizers has. The Virus is known as much for its flexibility and powerful sound as for Total Integration, our award winning way to interconnect a hardware synthesizer with your DAW.

The first Virus was released in 1997 and each new iteration has added more features more powerful hardware, and greater musical potential. That evolution explains why the Virus TI series is so sought after and why it receives such praise from owners, press, and fans all over the world.

Artists including Depeche Mode, Madonna, Linkin Park and The Prodigy tour with a Virus-based setup. Producers such as Sasha, Pete Tong, Roger Sanchez and Dr. Dre consider the Virus a core part of their studios. Composers such as Hans Zimmer, James Newton Howard, John Powell and Mark Isham are enthusiastic Virus users, utilising its signature sound for their Hollywood blockbuster soundtracks.

The Virus TI line of synthesizers includes 4 different variations: two keyboard models and two desktop versions. The great news is that all of these instruments produce the same award-winning sound. In this way, Access offer you a choice of formats without compromising the most important aspect of any instrument: how well it performs musically.

Designed as the ideal companion to any DJ or project studio, this 37-key model is not only compact but also stunningly beautiful. The side panels are a mix of wood and pure aluminium, while the white LEDs add class and style. The sound engine is exactly that used in the powerful and versatile TI Desktop and Keyboard models.

Even though the Virus is truly multi-talented instrument with great range, you still instantly know it when you hear a it in a production. That's because Access really "get" synthesizer basics: outstanding oscillators, amazing filters and breathtaking effects.

Every part, even in multi-mode, comes with its own chain of independent effects (including reverb and delay). The massive voice count makes it possible to stack even complex sounds for the first time without breaking a sweat.

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


There are not many modern synthesizers which can claim to have shaped the sound of music -- from electronica to soundtrack -- as much as the Virus line of synthesizers has. The Virus is known as much for its flexibility and powerful sound as for Total Integration, our award winning way to interconnect a hardware synthesizer with your DAW.

The first Virus was released in 1997 and each new iteration has added more features more powerful hardware, and greater musical potential. That evolution explains why the Virus TI series is so sought after and why it receives such praise from owners, press, and fans all over the world.

Artists including Depeche Mode, Madonna, Linkin Park and The Prodigy tour with a Virus-based setup. Producers such as Sasha, Pete Tong, Roger Sanchez and Dr. Dre consider the Virus a core part of their studios. Composers such as Hans Zimmer, James Newton Howard, John Powell and Mark Isham are enthusiastic Virus users, utilising its signature sound for their Hollywood blockbuster soundtracks.

The Virus TI line of synthesizers includes 4 different variations: two keyboard models and two desktop versions. The great news is that all of these instruments produce the same award-winning sound. In this way, Access offer you a choice of formats without compromising the most important aspect of any instrument: how well it performs musically.

Designed as the ideal companion to any DJ or project studio, this 37-key model is not only compact but also stunningly beautiful. The side panels are a mix of wood and pure aluminium, while the white LEDs add class and style. The sound engine is exactly that used in the powerful and versatile TI Desktop and Keyboard models.

Even though the Virus is truly multi-talented instrument with great range, you still instantly know it when you hear a it in a production. That's because Access really "get" synthesizer basics: outstanding oscillators, amazing filters and breathtaking effects.

Every part, even in multi-mode, comes with its own chain of independent effects (including reverb and delay). The massive voice count makes it possible to stack even complex sounds for the first time without breaking a sweat.

Notes: The Access Virus TI2 Keyboard Synthesizer uses innovative technology to greatly expand the VIRUS Synthesizer, resulting in an advanced stage/standalone instrument, while simultaneously extending the product capabilities with a suite of compelling studio integration features.

The Access Virus TI2 Keyboard include greatly increased polyphony, 2 new oscillator types, a per-patch programmable arpeggiator, 16×2 delay/reverb fx, embedded singles in multi mode and much more.

The Access Virus TI2 Keyboard can link to your computer with "VIRUSControl". A companion software program which ports the hardware synth into a host sequencer, to use as a sample-accurate VST/AU instrument. Simultaneously offering 2-way audio and MIDI connectivity, control surface functionality, editor and librarian functions and more.

Notes: There are not many modern synthesizers which can claim to have shaped the sound of music -- from electronica to soundtrack -- as much as the Virus line of synthesizers has. The Virus is known as much for its flexibility and powerful sound as for Total Integration, our award winning way to interconnect a hardware synthesizer with your DAW.

The first Virus was released in 1997 and each new iteration has added more features more powerful hardware, and greater musical potential. That evolution explains why the Virus TI series is so sought after and why it receives such praise from owners, press, and fans all over the world.

Artists including Depeche Mode, Madonna, Linkin Park and The Prodigy tour with a Virus-based setup. Producers such as Sasha, Pete Tong, Roger Sanchez and Dr. Dre consider the Virus a core part of their studios. Composers such as Hans Zimmer, James Newton Howard, John Powell and Mark Isham are enthusiastic Virus users, utilising its signature sound for their Hollywood blockbuster soundtracks.

The Virus TI line of synthesizers includes 4 different variations: two keyboard models and two desktop versions. The great news is that all of these instruments produce the same award-winning sound. In this way, Access offer you a choice of formats without compromising the most important aspect of any instrument: how well it performs musically.

Designed as the ideal companion to any DJ or project studio, this 37-key model is not only compact but also stunningly beautiful. The side panels are a mix of wood and pure aluminium, while the white LEDs add class and style. The sound engine is exactly that used in the powerful and versatile TI Desktop and Keyboard models.

Even though the Virus is truly multi-talented instrument with great range, you still instantly know it when you hear a it in a production. That's because Access really "get" synthesizer basics: outstanding oscillators, amazing filters and breathtaking effects.

Every part, even in multi-mode, comes with its own chain of independent effects (including reverb and delay). The massive voice count makes it possible to stack even complex sounds for the first time without breaking a sweat.

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


There are not many modern synthesizers which can claim to have shaped the sound of music -- from electronica to soundtrack -- as much as the Virus line of synthesizers has. The Virus is known as much for its flexibility and powerful sound as for Total Integration, our award winning way to interconnect a hardware synthesizer with your DAW.

The first Virus was released in 1997 and each new iteration has added more features more powerful hardware, and greater musical potential. That evolution explains why the Virus TI series is so sought after and why it receives such praise from owners, press, and fans all over the world.

Artists including Depeche Mode, Madonna, Linkin Park and The Prodigy tour with a Virus-based setup. Producers such as Sasha, Pete Tong, Roger Sanchez and Dr. Dre consider the Virus a core part of their studios. Composers such as Hans Zimmer, James Newton Howard, John Powell and Mark Isham are enthusiastic Virus users, utilising its signature sound for their Hollywood blockbuster soundtracks.

The Virus TI line of synthesizers includes 4 different variations: two keyboard models and two desktop versions. The great news is that all of these instruments produce the same award-winning sound. In this way, Access offer you a choice of formats without compromising the most important aspect of any instrument: how well it performs musically.

Designed as the ideal companion to any DJ or project studio, this 37-key model is not only compact but also stunningly beautiful. The side panels are a mix of wood and pure aluminium, while the white LEDs add class and style. The sound engine is exactly that used in the powerful and versatile TI Desktop and Keyboard models.

Even though the Virus is truly multi-talented instrument with great range, you still instantly know it when you hear a it in a production. That's because Access really "get" synthesizer basics: outstanding oscillators, amazing filters and breathtaking effects.

Every part, even in multi-mode, comes with its own chain of independent effects (including reverb and delay). The massive voice count makes it possible to stack even complex sounds for the first time without breaking a sweat.

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


There are not many modern synthesizers which can claim to have shaped the sound of music -- from electronica to soundtrack -- as much as the Virus line of synthesizers has. The Virus is known as much for its flexibility and powerful sound as for Total Integration, our award winning way to interconnect a hardware synthesizer with your DAW.

The first Virus was released in 1997 and each new iteration has added more features more powerful hardware, and greater musical potential. That evolution explains why the Virus TI series is so sought after and why it receives such praise from owners, press, and fans all over the world.

Artists including Depeche Mode, Madonna, Linkin Park and The Prodigy tour with a Virus-based setup. Producers such as Sasha, Pete Tong, Roger Sanchez and Dr. Dre consider the Virus a core part of their studios. Composers such as Hans Zimmer, James Newton Howard, John Powell and Mark Isham are enthusiastic Virus users, utilising its signature sound for their Hollywood blockbuster soundtracks.

The Virus TI line of synthesizers includes 4 different variations: two keyboard models and two desktop versions. The great news is that all of these instruments produce the same award-winning sound. In this way, Access offer you a choice of formats without compromising the most important aspect of any instrument: how well it performs musically.

Designed as the ideal companion to any DJ or project studio, this 37-key model is not only compact but also stunningly beautiful. The side panels are a mix of wood and pure aluminium, while the white LEDs add class and style. The sound engine is exactly that used in the powerful and versatile TI Desktop and Keyboard models.

Even though the Virus is truly multi-talented instrument with great range, you still instantly know it when you hear a it in a production. That's because Access really "get" synthesizer basics: outstanding oscillators, amazing filters and breathtaking effects.

Every part, even in multi-mode, comes with its own chain of independent effects (including reverb and delay). The massive voice count makes it possible to stack even complex sounds for the first time without breaking a sweat.

Notes: Beautiful complete modular system from Berlin-based Audiophile Circuits League. Based around two contrasting VCOs and a ladder filter, but with massive depth beyond the basics.

Supplier notes:
With System II Audiophile Circuits League presents a powerful modular Synthesizer with two full-featured Oscillators and an extremely musical Lowpass filter. Based on the Multifunction Discrete VCO and the Variable Sync VCO, System II serves with an unbelievably vast sound spectrum, from thick basses to aggressive Leads. The new VC Dual Amp provides a crystal clear sound, which can be perfectly integrated in the studio thanks to the high quality Audio Interface.

System II is a beautiful compact system, suitable for all situations.

System 2 is a modular instrument built entirely from ACL components. The search for a microcomputer in this system would be in vain because all modules are analog and for the most part discrete.

The whole thing comes in a metal case with oak side panels. A KAZU power supply is also included. - However, not as a module, but discreetly installed inside. This leaves four partial units for personal additions. The KAZU power supply is characterized by minimal interference and voltage peaks. The same applies to the built-in EVE 1 bus board. The result: extremely clear high-end sound.

Included modules:
Multifunction Discrete VCO
2 x Oktave
Variable Sync VCO
Discrete Core Ladder VCF
Gate Mix
2 x Multi II
Envelope X3
2 x QLFO
2 x VC Dual Amp
Audio Interface
EVZ1-Gehause 6U 84TE (incl. Kazu PSU, EVE1 Busboard, AC Adapter 15V - 3.34 A)

Notes: Fully configured and ready to go

In response to demand AJH Synth are now offering a range of ready built systems! With each size of system, AJH Synth have selected the best combination of modules to give maximum versatility - of course the full configuration has been fully tested and designed for maximum productivity and reliability so that you can concentrate on the most important part of using any modular system - making music!

Putting together a complete Eurorack system from scratch can be quite a daunting prospect, so AJH Synth have taken the pain out of it for you. Trying to choose the best mix of modules for maximum versatility and arranging them so that there is no unused space is often just the start of the process. We also need to find the power consumption of each module, and then calculate total power draw per rail for the chosen case to ensure the PSU can provide sufficient power without being overloaded. There is also the problem of having audible noise on the power rails from a noisy power supply, which can range from barely noticeable to unacceptable. On top of that, there's the it takes to put it all together, then fully testing everything to make sure it is all working as it should.

6U Full system

This is AJH Synth's 'starter' system of two-rows (6U), built around a complete MiniMod voice and additional modules. This is a great, straight-forward instrument to use, learn and understand. It is however deceptively capable, and with it's 3 VCOs, 2 sub-bass generators, mixers, 2 LFOs, 3 envelopes, and 2 VCAs, the following examples are possible:

One huge, single Minimoog-style, 3-VCO monosynth/voice, with 2 additional sub-octaves.
As above, but using the Gemini 2412 as a stereo filter with the 2 VCAs.
Three different sounds using separate filters, sharing VCO & noise, using Muting Mixer to switch each sound on and off.
A simple, single-VCO, 2 voice polyphonic patch with matching filters (Gemini 1 & 2).
Two completely separate monosynths - a 2-VCO synth similar to a Prodigy or Odyssey, AND a single-VCO synth with 2 sub-basses, similar to an early Roland SH101 or Micromoog, but with 2 sub-octaves and multiple mixable waveforms.
The Precision Voltages additionally adds (among other things) the ability to immediately and accurately shift the pitch of the VCOs in relation to an incoming CV signal from a keyboard or sequencer. Having all of this power and flexibility, in a single box with a single plug, is an excellent entry into the MiniMod world of unrivalled, rich analogue sounds.



Here's a breakdown of the modules, case and power supply used in this system:

Glide Noise Glide / Noise Module - Glide up and down, CV buffering and splitting, White, Pink and Red Noise Source
3 x MiniMod VCO - The best sounding Analogue VCO based on the early RA Moog circuitry.
MiniMod Transistor Ladder Filter - An absolute legend, based on the early MiniMoog filter.
Dual Contour Generator - two independant envelopes using Model D transistor circuitry
Discrete Cascaded VCA - two stage VCA using early MiniMoog circuitry
Precision Voltages Module - Transpose and mix pitch CV's wth sufficient accuracy to keep everything perfectly in tune
Dual LFO with VCA - Provides two multi waveform LFO's along with a DC coupled VCA for extra level control
Ring SM - AJH Synth's award winning Ring Modulator, Dual Sub Bass generator and five channel CP3 based discrete transistor mixer
Gemini 2412 - Hugely versatile Dual Multimode VCF based on the vintage Oberheim SEM circuitry
Gain Switch Multi - Control Overdrive of the MiniMod VCF and VCO, and passive multi
DH-ADSR Envelope - Envelope with Delay, Hold and invert features, this also allows the system to be configured as two voices
Muting Mixer and VCA - Both a mixer and a Linear / Exponential VCA
Case - Doepfer A100 LC6V Vintage Black case, 6U with two rows of 84HP for a total of 168HP of rack space.
Power supply - Doepfer PSU3 extra low noise power supply and distribution rails, suitable for 230V or 115V operation

Specifications

Dimensions: 44.5 cm x 27.5 cm x 16 cm

6U with 2 rows of 84HP, total of 168HP rack space.

Weight: 6.5 kg

Voltage: 100V to 240V, auto sensing

Notes on patch cables for 6U system:

Patch cables are a very personal choice, so these systems are supplied without these, however here is a suggestion of suitable sizes to get started:

10 of 25-30cm,

5 of 50-60cm,

2 of 80-90 cm

The 2 longest cables will be useful for connecting the CV & Gate outputs of a controller or sequencer to the CV IN of the Glide + Noise and the GATE inputs of either contour/envelope generator module. The medium-length cables will comfortably reach from one side of the case to the other, whilst the short cables will be most useful for connecting VCOs & noise to the Ring SM or filters, and the envelope generators to VCAs or filter frequency inputs - since these are mostly in close proximity to each other, it will reduce cable overhang.

Notes: Fully configured and ready to go
In response to deman, AJH Synth are now offering a range of ready built systems! With each size of system, AJH have selected the best combination of modules to give maximum versatility - of course the full configuration has been fully tested and designed for maximum productivity and reliability so that you can concentrate on the most important part of using any modular system - making music!

Putting together a complete Eurorack system from scratch can be quite a daunting prospect, so the pain has been taken out of it for you. Trying to choose the best mix of modules for maximum versatility and arranging them so that there is no unused space is often just the start of the process. We also need to find the power consumption of each module, and then calculate total power draw per rail for the chosen case to ensure the PSU can provide sufficient power without being overloaded. There is also the problem of having audible noise on the power rails from a noisy power supply, which can range from barely noticeable to unacceptable. On top of that, there is also the time it takes to put it all together, then fully testing everything to make sure it is all working as it should.

9U Full system

Building on the 6U system, this case offers 3 rows (9U), adding an extra VCO, VCF, VCA, and even more modulation. This system also features a complete MiniMod voice, but with enough modules to add an additional, distinctly different voice to play along side it. It can do everything the 6U system can do, but with the Wave Swarm's dual waveform animators, wave-folding diode filter, and 'clockable' multi-waveform, voltage-controlled LFO, this system offers a huge increase in capability. Such configurations might include:

A 2-voice polysynth, with each voice featuring 2-VCOs, 2 envelopes, and their own matching waveform animator/multiplier (Wave Swarm), LFO, VCF and VCA.

Two huge sounding 2-VCO monosynths, each with distinctly different characteristics and voice architecture. One serving as a lead synth, the other controlled by a sequencer with syncopated filter modulation (Tap Tempo VC-LFO).

Three modest, completely separate mono voices, with their own modulation, all melodically controlled, or perhaps one providing a clocked percussive beat or sound effects.

One ridiculously huge sounding, 4 VCO and 2 sub-octave monosynth! Or perhaps, in order to preserve the structure of nearby architecture, patching a range of variations of the sound sources through the various filters and Wave Swarm, then bringing them together via the Muting Mixer, so that multiple sounds could be selected during a performance.

This system is a real powerhouse, with an absolutely huge range of sonic and performance possibilities.

Here's a breakdown of the modules, case and power supply used in this system:

Glide Noise Glide / Noise Module - Glide up and down, CV buffereing and splitting, White, Pink and Red Noise Source
4 x MiniMod VCO - The best sounding Analogue VCO based on the early RA Moog circuitry.
MiniMod Transistor Ladder Filter - An absolute legend, based on the early MiniMoog filter.
Dual Contour Generator - two independant envelopes using Model D transistor circuitry
2 x Discrete Cascaded VCA - two stage VCA using early MiniMoog circuitry
Dual LFO with VCA - Provides two multi waveform LFO's along with a DC coupled VCA forextra level control
CV Mixer with VCA - mix, invert, amplify and attenuate CV voltages
Ring SM - AJH's award winning Ring Modulator, Dual Sub Bass generator and five channel CP3 discrete transistor mixer
Sonic XV - Vintage style Diode Ladder filter and Wavefolder
Tap Tempo LFO - Amazing Voltage Controlled LFO with Tap Tempo, 16 waveforms and VCA
Precision Voltages Module - Transpose and mix pitch CV's wth sufficient accuracy to keep everything perfectly in tune
Muting Mixer and VCA - Both a mixer and a Linear / Exponential VCA
WaveSwarm - 6 x 2 channel Waveform animators, make 1 VCO sound like twelve!
Gemini 2412 - Hugely versatile Dual Multimode VCF based on the vintage Oberheim SEM circuitry
Gain Switch Multi - Control Overdrive of the MiniMod VCF and VCO, and passive multi
2 x DH-ADSR Envelope - Envelope with Delay, Hold and invert features, this also allows the system to be configured as two voices
Case - Doepfer A100 LC9V Vintage Black case, 9U with three rows of 84HP for a total of 252HP of rack space
Power supply - Doepfer PSU3 extra low noise power supply and distribution rails, suitable for 230V or 115V operation

Specifications

Dimensions: 44.5 cm x 42 cm x 16 cm
9U with 3 rows of 84HP, total of 252HP rack space.
Weight: 9.0 kg
Voltage: 100V to 240V, auto sensing

Notes on patch cables for 9U system:

Patch cables are a very personal choice, so AJH supply these systems without these, however here is a suggestion of suitable sizes to get started:

10 of 25-30cm,

10 of 50-60cm,

4 of 80-90 cm

9. Special appendix: sound effects 1. Table tennis (1:00) 2. Helicopter (0:30) 3. Racing car (0:30) 4. Steam locomotive (0: 30) 5. Truck (0:30).

Side B includes two Japanese Jazz standards as well as other recordings to test your settings.

Notes: Based on AJH's excellent Eurorack clones of classic Minimoog circuits, the MiniMod KeyZ is a hugely capable synth, packed with vintage character and modern build quality.

Supplier's Notes:
The timeless Model D, reinvented in Eurorack

The AJHSynth MiniMod Keyz synth is an exciting new modular monosynth featuring the much acclaimed MiniMod modules, which recreate the vintage circuitry and sound of the early RA Moog Model D in Eurorack modular format. It functions as a standalone keyboard synthesiser, or can be expanded even further by patching it to other Eurorack modules, with excellent connectivity. These are partnered with the feature-packed Cre8audio Niftykeyz controller keyboard, which has been given a vintage makeover with custom-designed, American Walnut end cheeks. It has a huge specification, including a full size 49 note keybed that outputs Pitch CV's, gate CV's, Velocity and Aftertouch CV, along with a multi mode arpeggiator to give you total control over expression and sound.

MiniMod Modules

The MiniMod Keyz is an absolute powerhouse of a monosynth, with three VCO's, two Shaped sine Sub bass generators, classic 24dB vintage Ladder filter, 6dB & 12dB High Pass VCF, Dual Cascaded VCA, Dual Contour generators, Glide Noise module, Ring modulator, Tap-Tempo VC-LFO and onboard second multi-function modulation LFO.

Glide Noise

Glide with added Up/Both/Down function, including correct glide slope profile, along with Hold function that recreates the "Glide only when key is depressed" behaviour. Noise generator with White, Pink and DC Red noise CV modulation source.

Discrete Transistor VCO x 3

Three Discrete Transistor Core VCO's, much acclaimed analogue design featuring the circuitry of the early and very rare RA Moog oscillator which is often acknowledged as the fattest analogue VCO in Eurorack.

Ring SM

AJH Synth's hugely versatile three-in-one module, with fantastic sounding ring modulator based on the EMS VCS3 discrete transistor design, two Sub bass generators with unique, shaped sine waveforms to add -1 and -2 octave waveforms, and last but not least, a five channel DC coupled vintage Moog CP3 transistor mixer.

Transistor Ladder Filter

The Moog Ladder Filter is renowned for its beautiful creamy sound, and the Transistor ladder Filter from the early Model D was the pinnacle in terms of sound, with its unique overdriven circuitry and roll off of resonance at low frequencies. It has featured on countless recordings over the last 50 years or so.

Low Fat Filter

Voltage controlled High Pass filter with 6dB and 12dB slopes. It can be used standalone, or can be combined with the MiniMod Ladder Filter to create a fully customisable band pass filter, allowing the range of passbands to be cherry-picked rather than fixed.

Discrete Cascaded VCA

The Model D cascaded VCA is an essential part of creating the classic MiniMoog sound, because in addition to it's VCA function, it adds harmonic distortion and further character to the sound. There were three different gain configurations used in Model D, with the very early RA Moog and Musonics models having the highest distortion and most sought after sound, so this is the circuitry that we use here. It is actually two VCA's in series, hence the cascaded label. The second VCA is normally unused, however by patching to the Master IN we can use this second VCA here to control Velocity from the keyboard.

Dual Contour generator

The contour generators play a larger part in the sound of the Model D than many people realise. There are two factors that make them unique, firstly the exponential slope when it's used in conjunction with the (near) linear slope of the original VCA, which is responsible for the famous Model D "punch". Secondly, the re-trigger behaviour is quite unique, as multiple re-triggering increases the output level. AJH Synth have faithfully reproduced all of these essential characteristics in the MiniMod Contour Generators.

Tap Tempo VC-LFO

A considerable limitation of the Model D was the lack of any LFO's for modulation, so VCO 3 had to be switched from Audio to LFO mode to provide modulation. As the MiniMod synth benefits from a full open modular architecture AJH Synth have added two LFO's, the first being the onboard LFO that is hard wired to the Modulation wheel, and the second and much more powerful addition being the Tap Tempo VC-LFO. Its huge specification includes built in VCA for CV control of modulation amount, tap tempo and CV control of LFO rate, 16 different modulation and random voltage waveforms, each with a unique PWM style twist function. Clock in and out, and CV control of all parameters.

NiftyKeyz controller Keyboard

By combining these MiniMod modules with the Niftykeyz keyboard controller AJH Synth have created a stand alone MiniMod system that gives the huge, rich AJHSynth sound in a stand alone instrument with unrivalled performance capability. The open architecture of the Eurorack system already allows unlimited onboard patching and easy expansion by patching to other external Eurorack cases and modules, but now we can just as easily connect to a DAW, other Midi synths and pro audio equipment. It can also be used as a master controller for a DAW or other Midi sound modules. Needless to say, it lends itself very well to live performance as a standalone monosynth. Here is a list of the main features of this very versatile keyboard controller:

High quality full size 49 key synth action keybed with CV outputs for both Velocity and aftertouch.
Five mode arpeggiator, including swing control, latch and sequencer mode. Range control allows Arpeggiator span to be varied from one to four octaves.
Two mode modulation wheel that can output either a variable CV voltage or control the level of the LFO 1 waveforms.
Internal LFO 1 that can generate Ramp, Saw, Triangle, Square or Random waveforms
Front panel octave switch -1/ 0 / +1 octaves
Transpose up or down in semitones by up to one octave.
Selectable pitch bend range, either +/- 2 semitones or +/- 1 octave.
Clock input and output
Two active multi's for splitting CV and audio signals
Switchable between Gate retrigger or legato (no retrigger when second note is pressed) modes.
Dual outputs, each with 2 x mix jacks, so four signals can be routed to outputs
Aftertouch and expression pedal smoothing adds a glide to slowly increase the effect with time, selectable from 0 to 5 seconds.
Four Pitch CV outs and 4 Gate outs allows four voice modular polyphonic control and keyboard can be split into two zones.
Autochord function

Connectivity:

Works as a fully featured polyphonic Midi controller for DAW or other Midi instruments, with 5 pin Din and class compliant USB sockets
Sustain Pedal input triggers arpeggiator latch function
Expression pedal input, this generates either a 0 to +5V or 0 to +10V range to the Expression CV jack.
Two outputs, both with 1/4" and 3.5mm jacks, and output level controls
Headphone output to full size stereo 1/4" jack, with separate headphone level control.
Midi In with 5 pin Din socket and class compliant USB socket. Incoming Midi Velocity and Aftertouch dataCV jacks, and CC#1 is routed to Modulation CV
Midi out over USB and 5 pin Din allows it to be used as a polyphonic midi controller keyboard fro your DAW or otherMmidi synths, with local off capability.
Generates midi clock from internal arpeggiator and recieves Midi clock in.

Notes: *** Introducing MPC Stems- March 2024 ***

Akai Professional now introduces the next chapter of sampling innovation and production powered by the groundbreaking MPC Stems bringing sampling into a new chapter.

With MPC Stems, you can access the raw building blocks of any sample or vinyl record, isolating the DNA of any record. Producers can now manipulate the Drums, Bass, Music, and Vocals, opening new creative possibilities.

Akai Professional introduces the ultimate creative workflow with Stems Separation seamlessly integrated into the leading MPC series, powered by MPC 2 Desktop Software.

With MPC Stems, producers and beat-makers can now unlock unmatched sampling creativity by easily isolating drums, bass, music, and vocals from any audio, vinyl recording, or sample revolutionizing the art of sampling.
Experience lightning-fast workflow with superior sound quality, keeping you inspired throughout the creative process.

Slice and isolate samples while maintaining chop regions across each of the four stem layers.

Take complete control with direct manipulation of stem layers from the pads, adjusting volume, pitch, pan, start, and end points with instant responsiveness.

MPC Stems requires MPC 2 Desktop Software running 2.14 or higher, compatible with MPC Live, MPC Live 2, MPC One, MPC One +, MPC X, MPC XSE, MPC Key 37, MPC Key 61, MPC Studio Mk 2 in Controller Mode.


The Power of Sound

Introducing the Akai Professional MPC Key 61, the revolutionary new standalone production synthesizer keyboard powering the next chapter of the MPC legacy. Building on the history of powerful sequencing and revolutionary sampling, MPC Key 61 adds the most advanced next-generation virtual instruments and effects to MPC, adding to its arsenal of industry-leading music production tools. And now, with the addition of a 61-key semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch, the MPC experience ascends to an unprecedented level of creative interaction and expression, delivering the world's most powerful and complete standalone workflow.

Breaking Sound Barriers

Inside MPC Key 61, experience a new dimension of sound like never before. Powered by 25 plugin instrument engines at your fingertips, and with over 6000 cutting-edge presets, MPC Key 61 delivers the most modern-day sound pallet ever programmed in a production synthesizer. Each plugin instrument features advanced synthesis, deep parameter editing, and modern effects developed for a truly inspiring musical experience-all designed with a fast and vibrant touch interface for an intuitive and compelling workflow. Immerse yourself in a world of sound.

Keys to Expression

The MPC Key 61 features an incredibly expressive and playable semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch to drive its world-class sounds with dynamic responsive control. With players and producers in mind, technology and artisanship were combined to breathe inspiration into every performance. The MPC Key 61's keybed is designed to deliver the highest performance experience possible connecting the dots between sound and feel. The 16-velocity sensitive RGB pads on MPC Key 61 are the same award-winning pads as the MPC One. In addition to the iconic MPC pads are the renowned Time Correct, Swing, and Quantize features of MPC that continue to endure as mainstays of modern music production.

Plugin to a World of Effects

MPC Key 61 includes over 100 state-of-the-art effects ready to load across your music productions for mixing and mastering. Insert lush and spacious Reverb & Delay effects to your tracks, add bounce and punch to your drums and mix using modern or vintage style compressors and limiters. Experience plugin FX like never before only inside MPC Key 61. MPC Key 61 is the world's first production synthesizer incorporating modern day vocal FX plugins which can also be used for the most creative sound design.

Touch Strip and Hands-on Control

The onboard assignable Touch Strip Controller is a catalyst for new ways to control, create and interact with your own signature sounds. Dedicated Pitch Bend and Modulation Wheels mean an added touch of expression to elevate your compositions. Bend the notes of your synth and lead sounds in Fabric XL, add gentle vibrato to your stringed instruments in Session Strings, or dial in the speed of the Organ's rotary Leslie cabinet and hear your parts swell with a wide chorused tremolo.

Specifications

Keys: 61 semi-weighted, full-size keys with aftertouch

Pads: (16) velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB-backlit, (8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons

Knobs + Performance Controls: (4) 360- touch-sensitive Q-Link knobs for parameter adjustment, (1) Touch Strip multi-function 5.5" (140 mm) touch-capacitive controller with LED indicators 360- encoder for display navigation and selection via push, (2) Pitch Bend and Mod Wheel, (3) 270- knobs for gain, mix & level adjustment

Buttons: (44) dedicated-function buttons

Display: 6.9" / 176 mm (diagonal), 5.9" x 3.7" / 150 x 93 mm (width x height), Full-colour LED-backlit display with touch interface

Memory: RAM 4 GB, Storage 32 GB (user storage, 13 GB pre-installed content), 4 GB (MPC operating system), 15+ GB free-space for user storage expandable via SATA connections

Power: Via IEC (Included), Auto Switching Internal Power Supply (100-240v)

Connections: (2) XLR+1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS inputs (Input 1/2) (w/ XLR Mic Preamps), (4) 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS outputs (2 stereo pairs), 1/4" (6.35 mm) stereo headphone output, (1) 5-pin MIDI input, (1) 5-pin MIDI output, (1) 5-pin MIDI thru, (8) 1/8" (3.5 mm) CV/Gate outputs, Ethernet Network port, USB Type-A ports, (1) USB Type-B port

Other Controls: (2) Line | Instrument switches +48v Phantom Power switch 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS Footswitch jacks (Sustain + FS2) (Variable and switch compatible) 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS Expression Pedal input

Notes: Brilliant new complete system based around ALM classics like Pamela's New Workout, Squid Salmple and Quaid Megaslope. Brilliantly creative setup. Full review coming soon.

Supplier's notes:
The system coupe is a modern modular groove box combing both digital and analog technologies. It features various sound sources, innovative pattern creation and sequencing, modulation, sampling, processing and integration with external equipment.

Use the Coupe as a creative tool to sketch new original musical ideas and phrases, an enjoyable persuit to take on travels, a flexible instrument for live sets or imaginative first, or ongoing steps into modern modular synthesis. The System Coupe works great on its own or in partnership with your existing set up.

The Coupe consists of a powered case populated with a curated set of ALM modules - some new, some staples, some proven classics - all very functional and fun. All the modules are special editions, with grey panels, white screens, magenta and blue knobs and a custom powered compact aluminium 84hp case.

At the core of the system is the Squid Salmple, a powerful sampler capable of the recording and playback of up to 8 channels of both audio and CV. It can be used simply as a percussive voice but is extremely flexible as a sampler. Take advantage of its flexibitliy to create polyphonic voices, a super controlled delay or even a CV sequencer.

The Squid Salmple comes with an extensive royalty free sound library of over 700 carefully curated samples created specifically for the module.

The system's VCO is the small but mighty MCO, a morphing wavetable oscillator with 3 simultaneous outputs. It features a normal wave output, octave down sub oscillator output and a special pulse width modultion wavetable output. There are 4 PWM types which can be applied to all 10 wave shapes.

The four transparent & clean summed VCAs of the Tangle Quartet allow you to mix, shape and route audio from these sources. The MCF multi mode filter allows for further sculpting with 3 simultaneous outputs under full voltage control.

The Coupe features 3 new modules available for the first time as part of the system; the Milton, the MCF, and a basic mult, all designed primarily with the Coupe in mind.

The Milton is a utility module that provides amplication for external line level sources, a 1 in 3 out buffered mult, an attenuator and 4 input fixed gain mixer. It was designed specifically for the Coupe system - providing some very useful functionality on a small space.

The MCF is a classic analog multimode filter with resonance featuring hi, band and low pass outputs wth voltage control of both frequency and resonance. It can be used as a sine wave oscillator at higher resonance settings with v/oct tracking over pitch.

The basic mult allows signals to be duplicated to multiple destinations.

The classic Pamelas NEW Workout & Quaid Megaslope provide numerous sequencing and endless modulation oppertunities.

Pam is a staple in the Eurorack world. Use for synced triggers, gates, envelopes and quantised CV sequences all rythimcally synced to a core BPM. Patterns can be based on euclidean rules, then looped on beats for a repeating structure or not, if preferred.

The Megaslope can be used as an advanced multi stage envelope, an LFO and step sequencer with programmable slides. The sequencer is limited to 5 stages but when combined with Pam's flexible CV and gate outputs it is capable of great variation. Unlike many sequencers, the level of each step and slide times may be voltage controlled.

The mmMidi and expander provide the means for more convenetial Midi sequencing and can fully drive the system with multiple CV, gate and trigger outputs.

The adventurous types may even want to sample CV patterns into the Squid Salmple for playback and saving to the USB memory.

Included modules:

ALM023 / mmMidi & mmT expander
ALM017 / Pamela's NEW Workout
ALM020 / QUAID MEGASLOPE
ALM027 / MULT NEW!
ALM022 / SQUID SALMPLE
ALM024 / Milton NEW!
ALM021 / MCO
ALM025 / MCF NEW!
ALM009 / Tangle Quartet
ALM019 / HPO

Notes: Inspired by the early 80s Synton Syrinx, the SER-2020 is a semi-modular monster, featuring an excellent formant filter section, unique Touch 'N Bend Control and MPE-compatible MIDI interface.

Supplier's Notes:
The SER-2020 is a monophonic semi-modular analog synthesizer with an formant filter section, designed to use as standalone synthesizer or in combination with Eurorack modules. Inspired by the Synton Syrinx *(1) added the flexibility of an MS-20. Its filter design features a combination of a 24dB/octave VC Low Pass Filter, and two independent Resonant VC Peak Filters for precise and dynamic sound shaping. The sound is ranging from solid bass sounds to articulated formant effects. Other features on the SER-2020 are the Touch 'N Bend Control together with the MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) capabilities makes the SER-2020 a special instrument which response to its player. The flexible routing makes the SER-2020 a versatile machine for sound effects.

Key Specifications:
2 VCO's (CEM3340 based)
1 Sub-Oscillator
Ring Modulator
Noise Generator
Audio Mixer
Multi-Mode Sync & Sync D-Tune
3 VCF's (CEM3350 based)
2 ADSR's
2 LFO's with Reset & Shaper Modes
Auto-Glide
Multiple Triggering
Touch 'N Bend Pad
Bend Assign
Sample and Hold
Semi Modular Setup - CV inputs and outputs
Signal and Headphone output.
MIDI interface
USB MIDI interface
MPE compatible - Sensitive for; Strike (note-on velocity), Press (aftertouch), Glide (pitch bend), Slide (brightness) and Lift (note-of velocity).

The SER-2020 consist of two VCO's and one sub-oscillator, driven by VCO 1. Both VCO's deliver a triangle, sawtooth, square wave and pulse signal, which can be selected. A rich spectrum can be obtained with Pulse Width Modulation of VCO 1 and VCO 2. The LFO 1 and 2 signals can be feed to the pulse width modulation section introducing phase shift effects and Doppler frequency shifts. Since the both VCO's have a separate LFO for PWM, chorus-like effects can be obtained by controlling both pulses with different LFO speeds. VCO 2 can be synchronized to VCO 1 in different modes. Synchronization is applied when two or more VCO's have to produce exactly the same pitches, without phase shift or beat effects. When VCO 2 is detuned from VCO 1 another effect occurs, which will result in quite dramatic tone colors.
Each VCO has an individual output, also the noise generator and sub-oscillator has individual outputs.

The most important sections of this synthesizer is the filter. The SER-2020 features a very extensive filtering system, which consists of the standard 24 dB/octave low pass filter and two independent band pass filters, which together form the Voltage Controlled Formant filter.
Both band pass filters have a frequency control and a resonance control for setting the selective amplification in the pass band. The bandpass filters are equipped with a control voltage mixer for LFO, ADSR and key range voltages. The LFO control can be used for the external modulation input.
The low pass filter is an standard 24 dB/octave roll-off. It has a frequency control and a modulated CV mixer from several sources like LFO, ADSR and the key range. The LFO control can be used for the external modulation input. Also the resonance of the low pass filter can be controlled.

The SER-2020 has two ADSR generators, of which one is used to control the internal VCA, and the other one to control the filter section. The control signal can be inverted by means of the ADSR controls in the filter section, so that the filters can be swept in opposite directions.
ADSR 1 and 2 have a positive and negative (inverted) direct output available on the patch panel.

The SER-2020 has two independent Low Frequency Oscillators (LFO's) of which the rate can be controlled, and for LFO 2 also the wave shape.

LFO 1 generates a triangle wave which exclusively is routed to the pulse width modulation control input of VCO2. LFO 1 also generates a square wave and a pulse wave. The square wave is available as direct output on the patch panel. The pulse wave of LFO 1 is internally routed to the sample and hold generator as clock source.

LFO 2 is more versatile and can be used for the modulation of the VCO's and the filters. Moreover LFO 2 can be used as a one shot generator which means that a signal is generated much alike an Attack/Release generated function. Except for the LFO 2 rate control with the preset knob, it also can be controlled dynamically with the pad.

Several sections in the synthesizer can be controlled with the bend pad, by pressing it with the left hand index and middle finger. The pressure sensitivity for the VCO, VCF and VCA can be adjusted. The touch 'N bend pad also reacts on the MIDI modulation control and the MIDI brightness (CC#74) control for MPE compatibility.
Also the speed of the rise/decay mode of the LFO 2 is possible. Pressing the UP pad will result in a shorter cycle, and pressing the DN pad in a longer cycle.

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: ***B-STOCK: Dent on the side, product in perfect working order***


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: Second-generation Fusebox is a serious analogue masterpiece, featuring a built-in step sequencer, patchable semi-modular options and powerful, old-school sound.

Supplier's Notes:
Tri-phonic mode (3 note poly).

More Jacks! Some rocker switches replaces with jack socket for more patchability.

The Interval Generator and Patternator pots replaced with precision type.

440Hz tuner tone.

Interval Generator clock input - allows automatic transposition in a variety of ways.

Bar1 / Note0 trigger outputs - versatile alternative ways to trigger the Patternator and Interval Generator

Arpeggiator replaced with mini step sequencer.

Many internal performance tweaks.

Notes: Third-gen take on the classic Leipzig monosynth, now updated and improved. Vintage synth fatness by the bucketload here, with a resolutely old-school analogue approach.

Supplier's Notes:
Leipzig-v3 is a 100% analogue synth using circuits that date back to the 1970s and 1980s - these give Leipzig a really old sound that is rich and full of character.

The circuits are not stabilised and sanitised by CPUs and the controls are not read by CPUs and quantised.

Leipzig has a huge sound, especially when used for bass (something it excels at!) The mixer / filter can be really overdriven if required giving the synth a really hard sound. This can be toned down of course and nice soft synth sounds are possible too - and everything in between.

Though a master at big bass sounds, Leipzig is exceptionally good at making electronic percussion. Not just the sounds, but also percussive loops by using the on board step sequencer. Patterns can quickly be produced, then either easily sync'ed to your DAW, or sampled in.

As well as bass and percussion, Leipzig will produce leads, effects, modular style and other sounds equally well.

Leipzig is extremely powerful. Don't be worried by the 'complex' looking front panel. The synth has been designed to be easy to use, ideal for beginners, but still have the depth and versatility to enable many years of superb sounds.

There are many modulation choices on the rotary select switches. All signal choices have been carefully chosen.

Leipzig was designed by a musician of electronic music, and a popular choice by known music professionals.

The on board analogue sequencer is not just for making simple melodies or percussive loops. Think of it also as a modulation source. Each step can be used to drastically change the sounds. This makes it also serve as a simple way of making 'presets'. Just step to get the next sound. The sequencer can control the pitch of either VCO, and also the filter cut-off.

Leipzig also has a 16 note digital sequencer too, for playing back melodies, that can then be manually transposed using your keyboard or DAW.

Sync'ing the sequencer to a MIDI sequencer or DAW couldn't be easier. Sync is easy by sending it MIDI Note 000. That way you can clock the sequencer at any tempo, divide the tempo down (relative to your DAW's tempo), stop it, start it, mute, etc, all from your DAW - something that you cannot do with MIDI Sync.

So Leipzig is ideal for both beginners, and more advanced synthesists and musicians. Use anywhere you want big analogue sounds that have a true vintage sounds. Ideal also if you have the budget for just one analogue synth since this synth covers so many bases (and basses!).

Notes: The ARP 2600 is arguably the most iconic and recognizable synthesizer of all time. Having been used in countless records, film scores, TV shows and game soundtracks since its appearance from the 70's through to today, the ARP 2600's sound remains an essential part of the music world.

The new ARP 2600 M delivers the sound admired around the world, in a more compact and portable format and including added features that make it the ideal incarnation of this historic synth.

When the ARP 2600 FS was announced in January 2020, it quickly became a phenomenal success with musicians all over the world recognizing the faithfulness to the original ARP 2600.

The ARP 2600 M is around 60% the original size, making it lighter, more portable and easier to place and use in a studio. It integrates the same analogue circuitry and components as the ARP 2600 FS, thus faithfully reproducing the characteristic ARP sound.

The ARP 2600 M is built in Japan with the same care and extraordinary quality standard as the ARP 2600 FS, and uses the same analogue components to accurately reproduce the sound and feel of the original.

The Spring Reverb has been re-engineered and adapted to the new size body to the same lush effect.

The ARP 2600 M comes with a dedicated Carry Case that not only protects your instrument, but also makes it easier to transport, thanks to its custom casters with special anti-shock damping technology.

There is also enough space to carry other gear together, like your favourite volca, SQ-64 or MIDI controller!

It is not by chance that the ARP 2600 has been so extremely popular to this day.

More than a synthesizer, the ARP 2600 M is a complete sound design studio. Even today, the ARP 2600 stands as a bridge between the individual elements of modular synthesis and the immediacy of a production / performance instrument. Included are an ample supply of oscillators, envelopes, a filter and amplifier - all of the building blocks of analogue synthesis. But the ARP 2600 M goes even further, with a spring reverb tank and even a pair of built-in monitor speakers. Also present is much of the versatility of a vintage modular system, including a ring modulation, lag and voltage processors, an envelope follower, audio preamp, a clock-able switch, noise source, a sample-and-hold module, signal inverters, an auxiliary mixer, and even a set of parallel-wired/multi jacks.

The new ARP 2600 M is not only faithful to the original, it also includes an array of added features that will make it even easier to use:

Plug and play: Connect any class compliant MIDI controller such as a KORG microKeys, nanokeys or SQ-64 to one of the ARP 2600 M's USB ports (USB-A and USB-B) and automatically get full control of your instrument!

Resized: The new size makes it easier to visualize your patch and also allows you to use shorter patch cables

Filter Choice: Two types of filters from two versions of the original ARP 2600(4012 type, 4072 type)

More MIDI: 5-Pin DIN plug MIDI IN added

Modern Control: Pitch-bend, Modulation, Portamento ON/OFF and Portamento ON/OFF can be controlled through MIDI CC messages (USB/DIN MIDI)

Normalized voltage: The threshold of the trigger signal required to activate the ADSR through the S/H GATE JACK has been reduced from 10V to 5V, making it much easier to use in combination with other gear such as volcas or Eurorack modules

Tweaked Parameters: Improved Attack and Release time ratios

Easy Connections: L/R Stereo Output Jack (instead of XLR)

Speakers turn automatically off when using headphones- improved, smoother sliders

Celebrating the rebirth of this iconic synth, the first 1000 units will come with a special colour road case, as well as a KORG microKEY2-37 so you can start playing right away!

The ARP 2600 FS 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.

In other words, the moment you get your hands on this synthesizer you'll have a variety of tools to help you take your music to the next level.

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


The ARP 2600 is arguably the most iconic and recognizable synthesizer of all time. Having been used in countless records, film scores, TV shows and game soundtracks since its appearance from the 70's through to today, the ARP 2600's sound remains an essential part of the music world.

The new ARP 2600 M delivers the sound admired around the world, in a more compact and portable format and including added features that make it the ideal incarnation of this historic synth.

When the ARP 2600 FS was announced in January 2020, it quickly became a phenomenal success with musicians all over the world recognizing the faithfulness to the original ARP 2600.

The ARP 2600 M is around 60% the original size, making it lighter, more portable and easier to place and use in a studio. It integrates the same analogue circuitry and components as the ARP 2600 FS, thus faithfully reproducing the characteristic ARP sound.

The ARP 2600 M is built in Japan with the same care and extraordinary quality standard as the ARP 2600 FS, and uses the same analogue components to accurately reproduce the sound and feel of the original.

The Spring Reverb has been re-engineered and adapted to the new size body to the same lush effect.

The ARP 2600 M comes with a dedicated Carry Case that not only protects your instrument, but also makes it easier to transport, thanks to its custom casters with special anti-shock damping technology.

There is also enough space to carry other gear together, like your favourite volca, SQ-64 or MIDI controller!

It is not by chance that the ARP 2600 has been so extremely popular to this day.

More than a synthesizer, the ARP 2600 M is a complete sound design studio. Even today, the ARP 2600 stands as a bridge between the individual elements of modular synthesis and the immediacy of a production / performance instrument. Included are an ample supply of oscillators, envelopes, a filter and amplifier - all of the building blocks of analogue synthesis. But the ARP 2600 M goes even further, with a spring reverb tank and even a pair of built-in monitor speakers. Also present is much of the versatility of a vintage modular system, including a ring modulation, lag and voltage processors, an envelope follower, audio preamp, a clock-able switch, noise source, a sample-and-hold module, signal inverters, an auxiliary mixer, and even a set of parallel-wired/multi jacks.

The new ARP 2600 M is not only faithful to the original, it also includes an array of added features that will make it even easier to use:

Plug and play: Connect any class compliant MIDI controller such as a KORG microKeys, nanokeys or SQ-64 to one of the ARP 2600 M's USB ports (USB-A and USB-B) and automatically get full control of your instrument!

Resized: The new size makes it easier to visualize your patch and also allows you to use shorter patch cables

Filter Choice: Two types of filters from two versions of the original ARP 2600(4012 type, 4072 type)

More MIDI: 5-Pin DIN plug MIDI IN added

Modern Control: Pitch-bend, Modulation, Portamento ON/OFF and Portamento ON/OFF can be controlled through MIDI CC messages (USB/DIN MIDI)

Normalized voltage: The threshold of the trigger signal required to activate the ADSR through the S/H GATE JACK has been reduced from 10V to 5V, making it much easier to use in combination with other gear such as volcas or Eurorack modules

Tweaked Parameters: Improved Attack and Release time ratios

Easy Connections: L/R Stereo Output Jack (instead of XLR)

Speakers turn automatically off when using headphones- improved, smoother sliders

Celebrating the rebirth of this iconic synth, the first 1000 units will come with a special colour road case, as well as a KORG microKEY2-37 so you can start playing right away!

The ARP 2600 FS 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.

In other words, the moment you get your hands on this synthesizer you'll have a variety of tools to help you take your music to the next level.

Notes: AstroLab is the culmination of 25 years of passion, innovation, and commitment to the pursuit of unhindered musical exploration. From must-have performance instruments that respond to every keystroke just like the originals do, to iconic keyboards and futuristic synth textures - instantly find that perfect sound, stay in the zone and set your creative flow on a flight path beyond space and time.

For many musicians and producers who utilize a plethora of tools, instruments and custom sounds in their home or studio setup, recreating this for a live performance is not always straightforward. This is where AstroLab comes in, offering both a robust, minimalist design and workflow-focused technology that lets you integrate all your sounds effortlessly.

A universe of iconic sounds?

AstroLab comes with over 1300 onboard presets brought to life with 10 in-built sound engines, from Virtual Analog to Wavetable and Granular. Instantly access an unparalleled library of sounds as well as the ability to integrate your own - expandable through the Sound Store and companion software.

A performance keyboard you can trust

AstroLab lets you travel from the stage, to the studio, and back, without ever needing to compromise on sound quality and playability. Every aspect of AstroLab has been designed with the live musician in mind.

Produce, rehearse, perform

Focus on performance with AstroLab's simple yet powerful controls. Featuring quick sound selection, 4 multi-purpose macros, customisable FX knobs and innovative play modes to help you stay in key and inspire new ideas.

On-the-go control

Customize and organize sounds on-the-go via AstroLab's mobile app which brings the convenience of mobile technology to your performance workflow. Edit your playlists and explore new sounds with the sound store, all completely independent from your DAW or computer.

Professional software included

Fine-tune, record and curate custom sounds for AstroLab using its counterpart software, Analog Lab Pro, extending the sonic range and power of AstroLab to suit your every need.

Features

61-note semi-weighted keyboard
10 sound engines
Virtual Analog
Samples
Wavetable
FM
Granular
Physical modelling
Vector Synthesis
Harmonic
Phase distortion
Vocoder
Piano-size keys
Over 1300 in-built sounds from Arturia instruments
Up to 10.000 sounds via Arturia software
Navigation wheel & screen for easy browsing
10 Preset Buttons for quick sound access
4 macro controls for quick editing
17 insert FX & dedicated Delay/Reverb
4 dedicated knobs to control FX
Multis/Keyboard Split
MIDI i/o, audio input, and control pedal I/o
USB-C connection and USB-A host
Bluetooth audio and WiFi for wireless control
Arpeggiator, Looper, Chord & Scale modes

I/O on offer:

Stereo Audio input
Four control inputs
Stereo audio outputs
Dedicated headphone out
USB MIDI Host
USB C Connection to host computer
Locking DC power input

Included software

Make use of AstroLab's software ecosystem which enhances ease-of-use when on the road and offers greater control, customisation and an even greater range sounds:

AstroLab Connect (iOS + Android)
Analog Lab Pro
Compatible with V Collection and Pigments (not included)

Box Content

Quickstart
Registration card
USB Cable (C/A)
User Manual
Power Supply

Notes: MatrixBrute is arguably the most powerful analog monophonic synthesizer ever! As flexible as a modular system but offering presets, MatrixBrute is a dream machine for everyone interested in creating a sound palette of their own.

MatrixBrute is an outstanding analog synthesizer. Offering three Brute oscillators, a Steiner-Parker filter and a ladder filter, five analog effects, and the incredible modulation matrix. It is a massive sonic beast.

Power beyond the matrix:

The heart of the MatrixBrute is its unique modulation matrix that allows you to create your own routings. You can invent a sound palette of your own that will be sure to be heard in any mix!
The matrix can also be used to recall your presets. So, go on stage and select any of the 256 presets instantly! No menus or awkward selection screens, everything is at your fingertips.

As if it was not enough, the matrix is also made to program and play sequences. This is no ordinary step-sequencer. With its ability to also be used as a modulation source, sounds evolve in melody and texture, just the way you want.

Sound beyond the power:

Offering an audio signal path that is 100% analogue, MatrixBrute also features true analogue effects. The MatrixBrute gives you the sonic quality and power of a vast modular synthesizer but with the flexibility of presets along with a great arpeggiator and an advanced sequencer.
MatrixBrute is a truly empowering instrument!! It offers tons of connections so you can work in any set-up. It brings a quality keybed and a solid chassis.

No endless menus or screens to navigate or multi-function buttons to remember. Forget about connectivity issues. This is you in control. This is you inventing sounds. This is analog avant-garde.

Hands-On Heaven:

Forget about tiny LCD screens, being lost in menus and sub-menus, and trying to remember double functions and complex procedures. MatrixBrute brings back the fun and the immediate hands-on experience of synthesis.
When you want things to shake, grab the Sub Osc slider and bring it on. When you want it to sizzle, grab the filter knob and open it up. And when it's time to unleash the beast, grab the Brute Factor knob and turn it loose! It's that easy.

Notes: Limited-edition black version of Arturia's top-of-the-range monophonic Brute. Ultra-creative matrix-based analogue synth engine with dual multi-mode filters.

Supplier's Notes:
MatrixBrute

Analogue Avant-Garde

MatrixBrute is arguably the most powerful analogue monophonic synthesizer ever! As flexible as a modular system but offering presets, MatrixBrute is a dream machine for everyone interested in creating a sound palette of their own.

When was the last time you felt your heart beating faster?

When was the last time you heard sounds you had never heard before?

When was the last time you met an instrument that truly inspired pleasure and creativity?

MatrixBrute is an outstanding analogue synthesizer. Offering three Brute oscillators, a Steiner-Parker filter and a ladder filter, five analogue effects, and the incredible modulation matrix, it is a massive sonic beast.

Distinction in design

The heart of the MatrixBrute is its unique modulation matrix that allows you to create your own routings. You can invent a sound palette of your own that will be sure to be heard in any mix!

The matrix can also be used to recall your presets. So go on stage, and select any of the 256 presets instantly! No menus or awkward selection screens, everything is at your fingertips.

As if it was not enough, the matrix is also made to program and play sequences. This is no ordinary step-sequencer. With its ability to also be used as a modulation source, sounds evolve in melody and texture, Just the way you want.

Hands-On Heaven

The digital brain for MatrixBrute's analogue heart

The Matrix is where MatrixBrute's analog reactivity and digital precision collide - an advanced architecture unlike any synth before it.

Sound beyond the power
Offering a audio signal path that is 100% analogue, MatrixBrute also features true analogue effects. The MatrixBrute gives you the sonic quality and power of a vast modular synthesizer but with the flexibility of presets along with a great arpeggiator and an advanced sequencer.

What's in the box

Box content:
MatrixBrute unit
Power cable
Instrument dimensions
Size : 33.8 x 17 x 4.2 inches (860 x 432 x 107mm)
Weight : 44lbs (20kg)

Main Features
Analogue Matrix Synthesizer
256 Preset memory locations
Two Analog Exponential VCO's
Saw + UltraSaw
Square + Pulse width
Triangle + Metalizer

Sub
One Analog Linear VCO/LFO
Saw, Square, Triangle, Sine waveforms
LFO time divisions

Key track
VCO 2>1 Hard Sync

Audio Mod
VCO1>2
VCO1 < VCO3> VCO2
VCF 1 < VCO3> VCF 2
VCF1 < Noise> VCF2

Noise Generator
White; Pink ; Red ; Blue noise types
5 input Audio Mixer with Filter routing
Steiner Parker filter with 12+24 db per octave modes
Drive; Brute factor; Low Pass, High Pass, Band Pass, Notch
Ladder filter with 12+24 db per octave modes
Drive ; Brute factor; Low Pass, High Pass, Band Pass

Two LFO's
Sine, Tri, Square, Ramp, Saw, Random, S&H

Three Envelope Generators
Two Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release
One Delay, Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release

External Audio In
16x16 Matrix modulation panel

64 step sequencer
STEP enable, Slide, Accent, Modulation
Save and recall sequence patterns on the fly

Analogue Effects
Stereo delay, Delay, Flanger, Chorus, Analog Reverberator

Arpeggiator
12 CV / Gate Inputs/Outputs

Audio Input, Line or Instrument level

Stereo audio output
MIDI and USB I/O
Pedal inputs for Expression and Sustain

Notes: The killer MatrixBrute gets a moody makeover for this limited edition take on Arturia's flagship monosynth. Same ultra-versatile analogue synth engine, new look. Welcome to the dark side.

Supplier's Notes:
The Arturia MatrixBrute Noir is a hugely versatile analog synth that features three Brute oscillators, two output filters, five analog effects, and a vast modulation matrix. Take the flexibility of an analog modular system and add the convenience of digital controls for a complete sound design machine. MatrixBrute Noir is a sleek looking Black Edition of the popular MatrixBrute.

Analog sound, digital brain

MatrixBrute Noir features the best aspects of both worlds. Pure analog sound creation and shaping, with comprehensive digital mapping and preset storage behind the scenes.

Feel right at home sitting at MatrixBrute's control panel; with access to Arturia's trademark sawtooth, pulse, and triangle waves, as well as the unique Brute waveshapers.

MatrixBrute Noir also features two superb filters: Arturia's acidic Steiner-Parker, and a creamy ladder filter based on Bob Moog's legendary design.

The power of the matrix

The possibilities expand almost infinitely when you start integrating the modulation matrix.

Letting you virtually patch hundreds of points, you'll discover sounds you never thought possible. The matrix has many different functions, and also lets you save and recall presets, and acts as an advanced step-sequencer.

Macro magic

So many knobs to tweak, so many sounds to shape. With such a limitless array of possibilities, you'll quickly realize the downside of only having one pair of hands.

Fortunately, MatrixBrute Noir features 4 macro encoders that let you stack several parameters into one knob, putting you in full control of your performance.

The key to performance

49 full sized keys feature velocity and aftertouch for an expressive performance.

The true analog effects section adds that sparkle to the sound, keeping it all in the analog domain for that extra grit. Widen up the pads with the stereo chorus, mono and stereo delays to add space and repetition, a classic vintage style flanger, and a touch of reverb for the finishing touches.

Stag-ready design

With instant preset recall, true invention in a live setting awaits at your fingertips. Choose from an expanded sonic palette of presets, 256 of which can be stored on the MatrixBrute at any time, and let the ride begin. Combined with an impressive arpeggiator and sequencer, you can evolve your melodies and textures with power and deep originality.

Included Software:

Arturia
MIDI
Control
Center

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


Premium synth action from Arturia. Six-voice analogue design with all the bells and whistles: dual filter section, modulation matrix, sequencer, effects and unique Morphee expression controller.

*** Firmware update - December 2021 ***

New Effects

Add an additional final EQ stage with 7 shapes to choose from, plus a vintage-style Ensemble effect for massive stereo width.

Synth Accuracy

You can now adjust the accuracy of controls like OSC pulse width, filter settings, unquantized LFO rate and more for a humanized feel.

Chord Mode

Simply hold 'Polyphony' and play up to 6 notes to set your chord voicing, allowing you to play chords with a single note on the keyboard.

Duophonic Aftertouch

Configure Aftertouch to only apply to the last note or group of notes you press, leaving previously held notes unchanged.

LFO 3 Curve Enhancements

Set PolyBrute's third LFO curve to respond differently for further modulation control within your patch - rise or fall, exponential or logarithmic.

Real-time Display Feedback

PolyBrute's screen now displays parameter names and values in real-time, so you can stay on top of every little sonic tweak.

Expanded preset library

Explore 64 additional factory presets designed by world-class sound designers, expanding PolyBrute's sonic vocabulary.

Supplier's Notes:
Imagine using 6 analog voices to craft a sound that's powerful, raw, and entirely yours. Imagine a sound existing in two states simultaneously in a single preset, with seamless morphing between them. Imagine multi-axis performance controls offering next-generation musical expression. Imagine instant and limitless modulation at your fingertips. Imagine a polysynth made by musicians, for musicians.

Raw, powerful, organic. The analog Brute voice is an unmistakable sonic force to be reckoned with - how about six at once?

PolyBrute's six-voice power starts with two Brute waveshaping oscillators. With sprawling timbral versatility from delicate airy pads to snarling stacked bass, these are six voices you can count on to excel in every application.

The tactile and reactive nature of analog synthesis is right at the heart of PolyBrute's architecture. Tame or animate the oscillators with an expanded array of multiple filters, envelopes and LFOs for absolute control over the analog domain. Once you've harnessed its sound sources, PolyBrute is your vessel for an inspiring voyage into sound.

PolyBrute's morphing abilities let you perform, compose, and explore sound without boundaries.

Imagine being able to sweep all the parameter settings between two different patches all at once. PolyBrute goes even further with its groundbreaking ability to gradually morph between two completely different states within any patch.

For morphing to work, hands-on control is essential - PolyBrutes takes it to another level. The all-new Morphee three-dimensional performance touchpad ensures that intricate morphing expression is always right at your fingertips. Manipulate any facet of PolyBrute's sound, from delicate morphing to extreme dynamic shifts, across the X, Y and Z axis in an instant.

It doesn't end there; PolyBrute is armed to the teeth with articulate controllers to give your performances and compositions the elusive human touch.

This unparalleled sonic flexibility and expressivity is what earns PolyBrute its place in synthesizer history - a trailblazer of creativity.

The Matrix- the digital brain for PolyBrute's analog heart. The Matrix is where PolyBrute's analog reactivity and digital precision collide - an advanced architecture unlike any synth before it.

PolyBrute puts all that analog power right up front with dedicated knobs and switches, offering unmatched control and immediacy.

Almost everything you touch also generates MIDI, so you can capture your every move as part of your DAW productions. Need some instant attitude? Crank up the enhanced Steiner filter's Brute Factor. Want to change the cutoff on both filters at once? Grab the Master Cutoff knob. Time to move the floor beneath your feet? Dial in VCO 2's sub-oscillator. It's all right there in front of you.

Library management, parameter editing, and instant integration with your DAW..

Analog Morphing Synthesizer:
6 voices of Polyphony
Mono, Unison, Poly voicing
Single, Split, Layer modes

Two Analog VCOs:
Saw
Triangle + Metalizer
Square + Pulse Width
Sub
Linear FM
Hard Sync

Three LFOs:
LFO1 and LFO2 with waveform selection
LFO3 with waveform shaping using Shape and Symmetry
Rate control & Tempo Sync
Various retrig options

Three stereo digital effects:
Modulation FX : Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Ring Modulation, ...
Delay : 9 algorithms including BBD, Digital delay, ...
Reverb : 9 algorithms including Hall, Plate, Spring, Shimmer,

Box contents:
PolyBrute unit
Power cable

Instrument size : 38.3 x 14.9 x 4.4 inches (972 x 378 x 110mm)
Instrument weight : 44 lbs. (20 Kg)

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


Premium synth action from Arturia. Six-voice analogue design with all the bells and whistles: dual filter section, modulation matrix, sequencer, effects and unique Morphee expression controller.

*** Firmware update - December 2021 ***

New Effects

Add an additional final EQ stage with 7 shapes to choose from, plus a vintage-style Ensemble effect for massive stereo width.

Synth Accuracy

You can now adjust the accuracy of controls like OSC pulse width, filter settings, unquantized LFO rate and more for a humanized feel.

Chord Mode

Simply hold 'Polyphony' and play up to 6 notes to set your chord voicing, allowing you to play chords with a single note on the keyboard.

Duophonic Aftertouch

Configure Aftertouch to only apply to the last note or group of notes you press, leaving previously held notes unchanged.

LFO 3 Curve Enhancements

Set PolyBrute's third LFO curve to respond differently for further modulation control within your patch - rise or fall, exponential or logarithmic.

Real-time Display Feedback

PolyBrute's screen now displays parameter names and values in real-time, so you can stay on top of every little sonic tweak.

Expanded preset library

Explore 64 additional factory presets designed by world-class sound designers, expanding PolyBrute's sonic vocabulary.

Supplier's Notes:
Imagine using 6 analog voices to craft a sound that's powerful, raw, and entirely yours. Imagine a sound existing in two states simultaneously in a single preset, with seamless morphing between them. Imagine multi-axis performance controls offering next-generation musical expression. Imagine instant and limitless modulation at your fingertips. Imagine a polysynth made by musicians, for musicians.

Raw, powerful, organic. The analog Brute voice is an unmistakable sonic force to be reckoned with - how about six at once?

PolyBrute's six-voice power starts with two Brute waveshaping oscillators. With sprawling timbral versatility from delicate airy pads to snarling stacked bass, these are six voices you can count on to excel in every application.

The tactile and reactive nature of analog synthesis is right at the heart of PolyBrute's architecture. Tame or animate the oscillators with an expanded array of multiple filters, envelopes and LFOs for absolute control over the analog domain. Once you've harnessed its sound sources, PolyBrute is your vessel for an inspiring voyage into sound.

PolyBrute's morphing abilities let you perform, compose, and explore sound without boundaries.

Imagine being able to sweep all the parameter settings between two different patches all at once. PolyBrute goes even further with its groundbreaking ability to gradually morph between two completely different states within any patch.

For morphing to work, hands-on control is essential - PolyBrutes takes it to another level. The all-new Morphee three-dimensional performance touchpad ensures that intricate morphing expression is always right at your fingertips. Manipulate any facet of PolyBrute's sound, from delicate morphing to extreme dynamic shifts, across the X, Y and Z axis in an instant.

It doesn't end there; PolyBrute is armed to the teeth with articulate controllers to give your performances and compositions the elusive human touch.

This unparalleled sonic flexibility and expressivity is what earns PolyBrute its place in synthesizer history - a trailblazer of creativity.

The Matrix- the digital brain for PolyBrute's analog heart. The Matrix is where PolyBrute's analog reactivity and digital precision collide - an advanced architecture unlike any synth before it.

PolyBrute puts all that analog power right up front with dedicated knobs and switches, offering unmatched control and immediacy.

Almost everything you touch also generates MIDI, so you can capture your every move as part of your DAW productions. Need some instant attitude? Crank up the enhanced Steiner filter's Brute Factor. Want to change the cutoff on both filters at once? Grab the Master Cutoff knob. Time to move the floor beneath your feet? Dial in VCO 2's sub-oscillator. It's all right there in front of you.

Library management, parameter editing, and instant integration with your DAW..

Analog Morphing Synthesizer:
6 voices of Polyphony
Mono, Unison, Poly voicing
Single, Split, Layer modes

Two Analog VCOs:
Saw
Triangle + Metalizer
Square + Pulse Width
Sub
Linear FM
Hard Sync

Three LFOs:
LFO1 and LFO2 with waveform selection
LFO3 with waveform shaping using Shape and Symmetry
Rate control & Tempo Sync
Various retrig options

Three stereo digital effects:
Modulation FX : Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Ring Modulation, ...
Delay : 9 algorithms including BBD, Digital delay, ...
Reverb : 9 algorithms including Hall, Plate, Spring, Shimmer,

Box contents:
PolyBrute unit
Power cable

Instrument size : 38.3 x 14.9 x 4.4 inches (972 x 378 x 110mm)
Instrument weight : 44 lbs. (20 Kg)

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


Premium synth action from Arturia. Six-voice analogue design with all the bells and whistles: dual filter section, modulation matrix, sequencer, effects and unique Morphee expression controller.

*** Firmware update - December 2021 ***

New Effects

Add an additional final EQ stage with 7 shapes to choose from, plus a vintage-style Ensemble effect for massive stereo width.

Synth Accuracy

You can now adjust the accuracy of controls like OSC pulse width, filter settings, unquantized LFO rate and more for a humanized feel.

Chord Mode

Simply hold 'Polyphony' and play up to 6 notes to set your chord voicing, allowing you to play chords with a single note on the keyboard.

Duophonic Aftertouch

Configure Aftertouch to only apply to the last note or group of notes you press, leaving previously held notes unchanged.

LFO 3 Curve Enhancements

Set PolyBrute's third LFO curve to respond differently for further modulation control within your patch - rise or fall, exponential or logarithmic.

Real-time Display Feedback

PolyBrute's screen now displays parameter names and values in real-time, so you can stay on top of every little sonic tweak.

Expanded preset library

Explore 64 additional factory presets designed by world-class sound designers, expanding PolyBrute's sonic vocabulary.

Supplier's Notes:
Imagine using 6 analog voices to craft a sound that's powerful, raw, and entirely yours. Imagine a sound existing in two states simultaneously in a single preset, with seamless morphing between them. Imagine multi-axis performance controls offering next-generation musical expression. Imagine instant and limitless modulation at your fingertips. Imagine a polysynth made by musicians, for musicians.

Raw, powerful, organic. The analog Brute voice is an unmistakable sonic force to be reckoned with - how about six at once?

PolyBrute's six-voice power starts with two Brute waveshaping oscillators. With sprawling timbral versatility from delicate airy pads to snarling stacked bass, these are six voices you can count on to excel in every application.

The tactile and reactive nature of analog synthesis is right at the heart of PolyBrute's architecture. Tame or animate the oscillators with an expanded array of multiple filters, envelopes and LFOs for absolute control over the analog domain. Once you've harnessed its sound sources, PolyBrute is your vessel for an inspiring voyage into sound.

PolyBrute's morphing abilities let you perform, compose, and explore sound without boundaries.

Imagine being able to sweep all the parameter settings between two different patches all at once. PolyBrute goes even further with its groundbreaking ability to gradually morph between two completely different states within any patch.

For morphing to work, hands-on control is essential - PolyBrutes takes it to another level. The all-new Morphee three-dimensional performance touchpad ensures that intricate morphing expression is always right at your fingertips. Manipulate any facet of PolyBrute's sound, from delicate morphing to extreme dynamic shifts, across the X, Y and Z axis in an instant.

It doesn't end there; PolyBrute is armed to the teeth with articulate controllers to give your performances and compositions the elusive human touch.

This unparalleled sonic flexibility and expressivity is what earns PolyBrute its place in synthesizer history - a trailblazer of creativity.

The Matrix- the digital brain for PolyBrute's analog heart. The Matrix is where PolyBrute's analog reactivity and digital precision collide - an advanced architecture unlike any synth before it.

PolyBrute puts all that analog power right up front with dedicated knobs and switches, offering unmatched control and immediacy.

Almost everything you touch also generates MIDI, so you can capture your every move as part of your DAW productions. Need some instant attitude? Crank up the enhanced Steiner filter's Brute Factor. Want to change the cutoff on both filters at once? Grab the Master Cutoff knob. Time to move the floor beneath your feet? Dial in VCO 2's sub-oscillator. It's all right there in front of you.

Library management, parameter editing, and instant integration with your DAW..

Analog Morphing Synthesizer:
6 voices of Polyphony
Mono, Unison, Poly voicing
Single, Split, Layer modes

Two Analog VCOs:
Saw
Triangle + Metalizer
Square + Pulse Width
Sub
Linear FM
Hard Sync

Three LFOs:
LFO1 and LFO2 with waveform selection
LFO3 with waveform shaping using Shape and Symmetry
Rate control & Tempo Sync
Various retrig options

Three stereo digital effects:
Modulation FX : Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Ring Modulation, ...
Delay : 9 algorithms including BBD, Digital delay, ...
Reverb : 9 algorithms including Hall, Plate, Spring, Shimmer,

Box contents:
PolyBrute unit
Power cable

Instrument size : 38.3 x 14.9 x 4.4 inches (972 x 378 x 110mm)
Instrument weight : 44 lbs. (20 Kg)

Notes: Premium synth action from Arturia. Six-voice analogue design with all the bells and whistles: dual filter section, modulation matrix, sequencer, effects and unique Morphee expression controller.

*** Firmware update September 2023 ***

Arturia's PolyBrute goes deeper with firmware 3.0:

Explore new heights of Polyphonic sound with an array of embellishments, experimental features, and creative upgrades for PolyBrute:
New effects distortions
Effects Routing
New Tuning Options
New Layer Modes
Dive to new depths of coloration and customization with a free update that brings features, fixes, and fresh sounds to PolyBrute:

7 Distortion modes:

Add crunch, saturation, and pure sonic carnage with 7 modes of Distortion, accompanying PolyBrute's Modulation, Delay, Reverb, and EQ effects.

Flexible effects routing

Rewire PolyBrute's effects and signal chain to suit your sound design flow; both the Insert and Send modes can now be adjusted in terms of order.

Enhanced tuning:

Adjust PolyBrute's musical role in your projects with deeper individual oscillator tuning, transposing the keyboard by semitones, and more.

New Stereo Layer mode:

Allocate one voice to the left channel and one to the right to add increased natural width to PolyBrute's sounds.

Over 350 new presets:

A total rework of PolyBrute's library means hundreds of new presets, further exploring expressivity, analogue power, and new features like Distortion.

PolyBrute Connect:

Enjoy quicker, smoother communication between PolyBrute and its software counterpart, also accommodating other new features from firmware 3.0.

Workflow & expression improvements:

Reload your last saved preset on startup, send program changes, adjust LED brightness, and more.

Supplier's Notes:
Imagine using 6 analog voices to craft a sound that's powerful, raw, and entirely yours. Imagine a sound existing in two states simultaneously in a single preset, with seamless morphing between them. Imagine multi-axis performance controls offering next-generation musical expression. Imagine instant and limitless modulation at your fingertips. Imagine a polysynth made by musicians, for musicians.

Raw, powerful, organic. The analog Brute voice is an unmistakable sonic force to be reckoned with - how about six at once?

PolyBrute's six-voice power starts with two Brute waveshaping oscillators. With sprawling timbral versatility from delicate airy pads to snarling stacked bass, these are six voices you can count on to excel in every application.

The tactile and reactive nature of analog synthesis is right at the heart of PolyBrute's architecture. Tame or animate the oscillators with an expanded array of multiple filters, envelopes and LFOs for absolute control over the analog domain. Once you've harnessed its sound sources, PolyBrute is your vessel for an inspiring voyage into sound.

PolyBrute's morphing abilities let you perform, compose, and explore sound without boundaries.

Imagine being able to sweep all the parameter settings between two different patches all at once. PolyBrute goes even further with its groundbreaking ability to gradually morph between two completely different states within any patch.

For morphing to work, hands-on control is essential - PolyBrutes takes it to another level. The all-new Morphee three-dimensional performance touchpad ensures that intricate morphing expression is always right at your fingertips. Manipulate any facet of PolyBrute's sound, from delicate morphing to extreme dynamic shifts, across the X, Y and Z axis in an instant.

It doesn't end there; PolyBrute is armed to the teeth with articulate controllers to give your performances and compositions the elusive human touch.

This unparalleled sonic flexibility and expressivity is what earns PolyBrute its place in synthesizer history - a trailblazer of creativity.

The Matrix- the digital brain for PolyBrute's analog heart. The Matrix is where PolyBrute's analog reactivity and digital precision collide - an advanced architecture unlike any synth before it.

PolyBrute puts all that analog power right up front with dedicated knobs and switches, offering unmatched control and immediacy.

Almost everything you touch also generates MIDI, so you can capture your every move as part of your DAW productions. Need some instant attitude? Crank up the enhanced Steiner filter's Brute Factor. Want to change the cutoff on both filters at once? Grab the Master Cutoff knob. Time to move the floor beneath your feet? Dial in VCO 2's sub-oscillator. It's all right there in front of you.

Library management, parameter editing, and instant integration with your DAW..

Analog Morphing Synthesizer:
6 voices of Polyphony
Mono, Unison, Poly voicing
Single, Split, Layer modes

Two Analog VCOs:
Saw
Triangle + Metalizer
Square + Pulse Width
Sub
Linear FM
Hard Sync

Three LFOs:
LFO1 and LFO2 with waveform selection
LFO3 with waveform shaping using Shape and Symmetry
Rate control & Tempo Sync
Various retrig options

Three stereo digital effects:
Modulation FX : Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Ring Modulation, ...
Delay : 9 algorithms including BBD, Digital delay, ...
Reverb : 9 algorithms including Hall, Plate, Spring, Shimmer,

Box contents:
PolyBrute unit
Power cable

Instrument size : 38.3 x 14.9 x 4.4 inches (972 x 378 x 110mm)
Instrument weight : 44 lbs. (20 Kg)

Notes: Limited-edition murdered-out Noir version of Arturia's mega PolyBrute, with expressive multi-axis Morphee controller and Morph knob to blend between patches.

*** Firmware update September 2023 ***

Arturia's PolyBrute goes deeper with firmware 3.0:

Explore new heights of Polyphonic sound with an array of embellishments, experimental features, and creative upgrades for PolyBrute:
New effects distortions
Effects Routing
New Tuning Options
New Layer Modes
Dive to new depths of coloration and customization with a free update that brings features, fixes, and fresh sounds to PolyBrute:

7 Distortion modes:

Add crunch, saturation, and pure sonic carnage with 7 modes of Distortion, accompanying PolyBrute's Modulation, Delay, Reverb, and EQ effects.

Flexible effects routing

Rewire PolyBrute's effects and signal chain to suit your sound design flow; both the Insert and Send modes can now be adjusted in terms of order.

Enhanced tuning:

Adjust PolyBrute's musical role in your projects with deeper individual oscillator tuning, transposing the keyboard by semitones, and more.

New Stereo Layer mode:

Allocate one voice to the left channel and one to the right to add increased natural width to PolyBrute's sounds.

Over 350 new presets:

A total rework of PolyBrute's library means hundreds of new presets, further exploring expressivity, analogue power, and new features like Distortion.

PolyBrute Connect:

Enjoy quicker, smoother communication between PolyBrute and its software counterpart, also accommodating other new features from firmware 3.0.

Workflow & expression improvements:

Reload your last saved preset on startup, send program changes, adjust LED brightness, and more.

Supplier's Notes:
PolyBrute Noir is a 61-note polyphonic analogue keyboard, uniting unparalleled expressivity and sound design flexibility with 6 fearsome Brute voices, complete with a limited-edition stealthy black finish. The result is an instrument that lets musicians perform fearlessly, compose with fluidity, and explore sound in perpetual motion.

Limited Noir Edition

A true dark horse in any setup, PolyBrute Noir stylishly conceals its enormous creative potential within a slick black exterior, complete with colorful accents, luxurious dark wooden appointments, and signature ionized parts that'll make anyone look twice.

Massive analogue polyphony

Harness the raw power of analogue with 6 powerful analogue Brute voices, comprising seamless waveshaping VCOS, dual filters, and a tactile array of modulation. Split, layer, and stack PolyBrute's voices for every flavor of analogue polyphony - from beauty to beast.

Morphing: sounds within sounds

Explore sound between the lines with 2 distinct sonic states within each preset, yours to seamlessly morph and navigate between. With a single sweep of the multi-axis Morphee controller and Morph knob, discover endless sweet spots in every patch.

Perform, express

Freely express your musical style and bring your creative ideas to life with PolyBrute's hands-on controls, flexible interface, and premium velocity-sensitive keybed with aftertouch. From the Morphee to the responsive ribbon controller, every aspect of PolyBrute ensures that your sound is an extension of yourself.

Your sound to infinity

Built to satisfy your inner sound explorer, this polysynth comes fully equipped for perpetual patch discovery and sound design. Quickly create modulation connections with the Matrix, color your patch with 3 digital stereo FX engines, and instantly animate any idea with musical sequencing and effortless arpeggiation.

Included Software:

PolyBrute Connect

Arturia MIDI Control Center

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


Limited-edition murdered-out Noir version of Arturia's mega PolyBrute, with expressive multi-axis Morphee controller and Morph knob to blend between patches.

Supplier's Notes:
PolyBrute Noir is a 61-note polyphonic analogue keyboard, uniting unparalleled expressivity and sound design flexibility with 6 fearsome Brute voices, complete with a limited-edition stealthy black finish. The result is an instrument that lets musicians perform fearlessly, compose with fluidity, and explore sound in perpetual motion.

Limited Noir Edition

A true dark horse in any setup, PolyBrute Noir stylishly conceals its enormous creative potential within a slick black exterior, complete with colorful accents, luxurious dark wooden appointments, and signature ionized parts that'll make anyone look twice.

Massive analogue polyphony

Harness the raw power of analogue with 6 powerful analogue Brute voices, comprising seamless waveshaping VCOS, dual filters, and a tactile array of modulation. Split, layer, and stack PolyBrute's voices for every flavor of analogue polyphony - from beauty to beast.

Morphing: sounds within sounds

Explore sound between the lines with 2 distinct sonic states within each preset, yours to seamlessly morph and navigate between. With a single sweep of the multi-axis Morphee controller and Morph knob, discover endless sweet spots in every patch.

Perform, express

Freely express your musical style and bring your creative ideas to life with PolyBrute's hands-on controls, flexible interface, and premium velocity-sensitive keybed with aftertouch. From the Morphee to the responsive ribbon controller, every aspect of PolyBrute ensures that your sound is an extension of yourself.

Your sound to infinity

Built to satisfy your inner sound explorer, this polysynth comes fully equipped for perpetual patch discovery and sound design. Quickly create modulation connections with the Matrix, color your patch with 3 digital stereo FX engines, and instantly animate any idea with musical sequencing and effortless arpeggiation.

Included Software:

PolyBrute Connect

Arturia MIDI Control Center

Notes: One of the most exciting new synths of 2020. Extremely high-quality wavetable synth engine with great expressive features like a CS80-style ribbon controller and polyphonic aftertouch. Powerful.

*** 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 notes:
The HYDRASYNTH keyboard is both 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 keyboard has our proprietary Polytouch keybed that offers polyphonic aftertouch over each note, giving you the type of expressive control found only in certain vintage synths.

Add to this a 4 octave ribbon controller and ergonomically designed pitch and mod wheels and you have expression and control that is not equaled in any other hardware synthesizer on the market.

The new ASM Polytouchr keybed allows not only the standard velocity and aftertouch found on other keybeds but it also supports fully polyphonic aftertouch.

In recent years companies have been trying to find ways to give the keyboard musician more ways to better express themselves. The problem is that their solution is almost never a keyboard, so you have to learn a new technique to play them.

The Polytouch keybed features a high quality, standard sized keys, so you can start playing it instantly.

The tone generation capability is the heart of any synthesizer.

The 3 oscillators allow you to choose from a selection of 219 single cycle waveforms.

Wavemorphing is a feature usually found on synths with preset wave tables. Creating user wavetables is arduous or downright impossible. Unlike most wavetable synths, the oscillators 1 & 2 have our WAVELIST mode.

This mode allows you to pick and choose 8 waves, from the bank of 219, arrange them in the order you want, and then morph from one to another.

Oscillators 1 & 2 are routed into our MUTATORS. The Mutators allow you to modulate, bend and sculpt the sound in new (and old) ways.

Each MUTANT allows you to choose from the following processes:

FM-Linear - for making classic FM sounds. Choose multiple FM sources, including external inputs.

Wavestack- creates 5 copies of the incoming sound and allows you to set a detune amount.

Hard Sync - This gives you those classic hard sync sounds. Try hard syncing a morphing wavetable for some fun.

Pulse Width - This will pulse width modulate ANY input sound.

PW - Squeeze - This is a different form of pulse width mod that creates a smoother sound.

PW-ASM - this mode divides the incoming wave into 8 slices and allows you to set how much pulse width mod will happen in each section.

Harmonic Sweep - this will sweep the harmonics of the incoming sound.

The Mutant's can also generate its own waveforms in both FM and Sync modes so that you do not have use another oscillator....Of course the routing is flexible so you can choose the other oscillators as mod sources if you like.

The 3 Oscillators are fed into a mixer along with the Noise generator and Ring Modulator.

The Mixer allows you to mix levels as well as pan the input source.

There is a balance control that allows you to choose how much signal of each source is routed to filters 1 and 2.

The filters can be set to be parallel or series for ultimate flexibility.

If oscillators and tone generators are the heart of a synthesizer, the filters are the soul.

The Hydrasynth has two filters that can be configured in series or parallel.

The first filter has 11 different filter models, giving you multiple options for tailoring your sound.

The second filter is a 12db per octave has a continuous sweep from Low pass to bandpass to high pass, similar to the way the classic SEM filter worked.

5 DAHDSR Envelopes.

An advanced sound engine needs plenty of modulation sources. Our 6 stage envelopes feature Delay, Attack, Hold, Decay, Sustain and Release stages.

The time settings for the stage can be set in seconds or in time divisions, giving you envelopes that play in
sync to your song.

You can also loop the envelopes to create LFO's whose shape can be voltage controlled in the modulation matrix.

The modulation capabilities on the Hydrasynth are endless.

With 32 user definable modulation routings, you will have plenty of ways to use the 29 modulation sources and 155 modulation destinations.

Almost everything in the synth engine can be a modulation destination including the effects and arpeggiator.

The Modulation matrix points themselves can also become modulation destinations.

Notes: The top dog of the Hydrasynth range, featuring a dual synth engine offering 16 voices (double the standard model) and a larger six-octave keyboard. Serious synth power with great wavetable sound.

*** 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 ASM Hydrasynth Deluxe is the new flagship Hydrasynth. Offering a dual-engine setup with a total of 16 voices plus an all new 73-note keybed featuring ASM's much sought after PolyTouchr polyphonic aftertouch functionality, clearly in a class of its own. With essentially two Hydrasynths in one instrument, KeySplit and Dual voice mode patches with 8 independent voices each are possible. You also have separate balanced stereo audio outputs for each of the two parts. The easily accessible 4 octave ribbon controller adds for truly expressive playing. The Hydrasynth Deluxe of course offers CV/GATE I/O for interfacing to modular and other voltage controlled synths. There's a ton of potential for sound creation, using ASM's WaveScan oscillators together with the Mutator waveshaping section and user configurable filters. A plethora of LFO's and Envelope's plus Insert and Master Effects makes this a dream sound creation tool and quite possibly the ultimate synthesizer and controller combo for your rig.

Tech Specs

Type: Polyphonic Wave Morphing Synthesizer
Sound Engine Type(s): Wavescan
Analog/Digital: Digital
Number of Keys: 73
Type of Keys: ASM POLYTOUCH Polyphonic Aftertouch Keyboard, On/Off Velocity-sensitive
Other Controllers: Ribbon Controller, Pitch Bend, Mod Wheel
Polyphony: 16 voices (Full/Layer/Split)
Number of Presets: 1024 Single Programs, 1280 Programs in Multi (Upper/Lower)
Number of Multis: 640 Programs
Oscillators: 3 x Wavescan oscillators (219 Waveforms), 4 x Mutator wave shapers (8 Types), Noise (7 Types)
Mutators: 8 Types (FM-Lin, WaveStack, PW-Orig, PW-Squeeze, PW-ASM, Harmonic Sweep, Hard Sync, PhazDiff)
Noise: 7 Types (White, Pink, Brown, Red, Blue, Violet, Grey)
LFO: 5 per Voice (Sine, Triangle, Saw Up, Saw Down, Square, Pulse27%, Pulse13%, S&H, Noise, Random, Step), Tempo syncable, Semitone Lock
Envelopes: 5 per voice, Tempo syncable, Variable trigger sources
Filter Types: 1 Multimode Filter (16 types) and 1 Variable LP-BP/Notch-HP filter, series or parallel routing
Filters: Filter 1 (LP Ldr12, LP Ldr24, LP Fat12, LP Fat24, LP Gate, LP MS20, HP MS20, LP 3-Ler, BP 3-Ler, HP 3-Ler, LP Stn12, BP Stn12, HP Stn12, LP 1 Pole, LP 8 Pole, Vowel), Filter 2 (LP-BP-HP, LP-Notch-HP)
Effects: 9 Insert Effects, 5 Delays, 4 Reverbs
Effects Types: Chorus, Flanger, Rotary, Phaser, Lo-Fi, Tremolo, EQ, Compressor, Distortion, Delay, Reverb
Arpeggiator: 8 types (Up, Down, Up&Down, Up/Down, Order, Random, Chord, Phrase)
Other: Mod Matrix (32 slots), Macro Controllers (8), Favorites (32), Randomizer (Patch and Module), MPE Compatibility, Warm Mode, Microtuning
Audio Outputs: 4 x 1/4" Balanced (L/Mono Upper, R Upper, L Lower, R Lower)
Headphones: 1 x 1/4", 1 x 1/8", Separate volume control
USB: 1 x Type B
MIDI I/O: In/Out/Thru
Pedal Inputs: 2 x 1/4" (expression, sustain)
Other I/O: 2 x 1/8" Inputs (Mod 1, Mod2), 5 x 1/8" Outputs (CV, Gate, Mod1, Mod2, Clock)
Power Supply: 12V DC switchable power supply
Additional: Utility shelf
Height: 3.62" / 9.2cm
Width: 44.45" / 112.9cm
Depth: 13.62" / 34.6cm
Weight: 29.33lbs / 13.3kg
MPN: HSLX

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


The top dog of the Hydrasynth range, featuring a dual synth engine offering 16 voices (double the standard model) and a larger six-octave keyboard. Serious synth power with great wavetable sound.

Supplier's Notes:
The ASM Hydrasynth Deluxe is the new flagship Hydrasynth. Offering a dual-engine setup with a total of 16 voices plus an all new 73-note keybed featuring ASM's much sought after PolyTouchr polyphonic aftertouch functionality, clearly in a class of its own. With essentially two Hydrasynths in one instrument, KeySplit and Dual voice mode patches with 8 independent voices each are possible. You also have separate balanced stereo audio outputs for each of the two parts. The easily accessible 4 octave ribbon controller adds for truly expressive playing. The Hydrasynth Deluxe of course offers CV/GATE I/O for interfacing to modular and other voltage controlled synths. There's a ton of potential for sound creation, using ASM's WaveScan oscillators together with the Mutator waveshaping section and user configurable filters. A plethora of LFO's and Envelope's plus Insert and Master Effects makes this a dream sound creation tool and quite possibly the ultimate synthesizer and controller combo for your rig.

Tech Specs

Type: Polyphonic Wave Morphing Synthesizer
Sound Engine Type(s): Wavescan
Analog/Digital: Digital
Number of Keys: 73
Type of Keys: ASM POLYTOUCH Polyphonic Aftertouch Keyboard, On/Off Velocity-sensitive
Other Controllers: Ribbon Controller, Pitch Bend, Mod Wheel
Polyphony: 16 voices (Full/Layer/Split)
Number of Presets: 1024 Single Programs, 1280 Programs in Multi (Upper/Lower)
Number of Multis: 640 Programs
Oscillators: 3 x Wavescan oscillators (219 Waveforms), 4 x Mutator wave shapers (8 Types), Noise (7 Types)
Mutators: 8 Types (FM-Lin, WaveStack, PW-Orig, PW-Squeeze, PW-ASM, Harmonic Sweep, Hard Sync, PhazDiff)
Noise: 7 Types (White, Pink, Brown, Red, Blue, Violet, Grey)
LFO: 5 per Voice (Sine, Triangle, Saw Up, Saw Down, Square, Pulse27%, Pulse13%, S&H, Noise, Random, Step), Tempo syncable, Semitone Lock
Envelopes: 5 per voice, Tempo syncable, Variable trigger sources
Filter Types: 1 Multimode Filter (16 types) and 1 Variable LP-BP/Notch-HP filter, series or parallel routing
Filters: Filter 1 (LP Ldr12, LP Ldr24, LP Fat12, LP Fat24, LP Gate, LP MS20, HP MS20, LP 3-Ler, BP 3-Ler, HP 3-Ler, LP Stn12, BP Stn12, HP Stn12, LP 1 Pole, LP 8 Pole, Vowel), Filter 2 (LP-BP-HP, LP-Notch-HP)
Effects: 9 Insert Effects, 5 Delays, 4 Reverbs
Effects Types: Chorus, Flanger, Rotary, Phaser, Lo-Fi, Tremolo, EQ, Compressor, Distortion, Delay, Reverb
Arpeggiator: 8 types (Up, Down, Up&Down, Up/Down, Order, Random, Chord, Phrase)
Other: Mod Matrix (32 slots), Macro Controllers (8), Favorites (32), Randomizer (Patch and Module), MPE Compatibility, Warm Mode, Microtuning
Audio Outputs: 4 x 1/4" Balanced (L/Mono Upper, R Upper, L Lower, R Lower)
Headphones: 1 x 1/4", 1 x 1/8", Separate volume control
USB: 1 x Type B
MIDI I/O: In/Out/Thru
Pedal Inputs: 2 x 1/4" (expression, sustain)
Other I/O: 2 x 1/8" Inputs (Mod 1, Mod2), 5 x 1/8" Outputs (CV, Gate, Mod1, Mod2, Clock)
Power Supply: 12V DC switchable power supply
Additional: Utility shelf
Height: 3.62" / 9.2cm
Width: 44.45" / 112.9cm
Depth: 13.62" / 34.6cm
Weight: 29.33lbs / 13.3kg
MPN: HSLX

Notes: Updated and improved version of one of the best synths on the market. Incredible eight-voice analogue powerhouse based on the legendary Yamaha CS-80. "All those moments will be lost in time..."

Supplier's Notes:
Deckard's Dream, or DDRM, features eight voices, each with two identical layered parts consisting of a 100% analog voltage controlled oscillator made with discrete waveshapers, analog lowpass and highpass filter (each with their own cutoff and resonance settings,) noise generator, unique multi-segment filter envelope, and VCA + ADSR envelope. Each layer also features its own independent programming section for MPE-based velocity and polyphonic aftertouch control of its filter cutoff and amplifier settings.

DDRM's performance section features global pitch control with coarse & fine-tuning sliders, layer 2 detune slider, independent keyboard range control for each layer, mix balancing between layer 1 and layer 2, global filter cutoff and resonance offsets, and a global LFO to control both layers' filter/pitch/amplifiers simultaneously.

DDRM was created with full expressive performance control in mind, and boasts programming sections for global MPE-based control over LFO parameters + pitch bend, as well as global key tracking control over the filter and amplifier settings of both layers. Finally, there is a global portamento/glissando slider affecting both layers simultaneously. The level of expressive control these parameters give over a performance is something found in very few synthesizers, and the result are stunning!

DDRM features full MIDI control and the ability to store 128 presets per bank across 10 banks, integrating this classic synth concept seamlessly into the future of your modern studio needs.

Deckard's Dream MK2 delivers everything the previous versions of DDRM in a new thin and light tabletop format with wood sides or rack-ears (both included). It also brings additional controls over Sustain modes and time.

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


Updated and improved version of one of the best synths on the market. Incredible eight-voice analogue powerhouse based on the legendary Yamaha CS-80. "All those moments will be lost in time..."

Supplier's Notes:
Deckard's Dream MkII is an eight-voice polyphonic analog synthesizer in desktop format. It is inspired by a certain cinematic sound from the late 1970s and early 1980s.

The synth features a fully analog signal path with two independent layers per voice. Discrete waveshapers help to reproduce the oddities of the original waveforms, especially the sawtooth glitch, which is a big part of the CS-80 sound. An autotune function assures that all 16 VCOs are tracking perfectly. It even offers detune and microtuning settings for a more vintage feel. With the addition of MIDI implementation, 256 presets (which can be managed on the integrated OLED display) and an upcoming software editor provided by Spektro Audio, this vintage inspired poly synth is at home in any modern studio.

For each layer, the synth offers a VCO with square, saw and sine waveforms, discrete 12 dB HP and LP filters with separate resonance controls, an ADSR for the filter with adjustable initial and attack levels, and an ADSR dedicated to the VCA. The synth also provides velocity and aftertouch controls for filter brilliance and volume levels.

Furthermore, polyphonic aftertouch gives Deckard's Dream expression that has only been possible on a very small number of synthesizers. MPE technology (using controllers by ROLI, LinnStrument, Haken) takes this even further with the addition of polyphonic pitch bend.
The Deckard's Dream MkII delivers everything the previous version did, in a new thin and light tabletop format with woodsides or rack-ears (both included). It also brings additional controls over Sustain modes and timing.

The synth is build in Japan, Tokyo, using only high quality electronic components.

Notes: Based on the legendary Roland Jupiter-8, the ISE-NIN is a synth with the attention to detail we've come to expect from Black Corporation. Eight voices, fully analogue, with MPE support. Beautiful.

Supplier's Notes:
ISE-NIN (pronounced ee-seh-nin) features eight voices, each consisting of 100% analogue voltage controlled oscillators, analogue lowpass and highpass filter, noise generator, two ADSR envelopes and a VCA. 2 different presets can be layered, making richer sounds, but limiting voices amount to 4 per layer. Each layer has its own fully assignable velocity and poly-aftertouch controls and global MPE settings.

Furthermore the synth offers full MIDI/USB control and the ability to store 128 presets per bank across 10 banks. Sophisticated microtuning with a support of ODDSound MTS-ESP and a signature arpeggiator integrates this classic synth concept seamlessly into the future of your modern studio needs.

Design: 19" / 4U
Polyphony: 8
Sound Generation: Analogue
MIDI interface: 1x In, 1x Out/Thru
Storage Medium: Internal
USB-port: Yes
Effects: No
Arpeggiator: Yes
Number of Analogue Outputs: 2
Digital Output: No
Display: Yes

Notes: Long-awaited analogue monster from Japan's Black Corporation, inspired by the rare RSF Polykobol II keyboard. Raw synth power with eight-voice analogue-based architecture. Stunning.

Supplier notes:
The unique architecture of KIJIMI features smoothly variable waveforms on each fully analog oscillator, a rich SSI2144 lowpass filter, and a wealth of deeply programmable modulators, making it one of the most powerful polyphonic analog synthesizers ever made.

KIJIMI features eight voices, each with two oscillators + one suboscillator, a lowpass filter, VCA, 6 envelopes, and 16 LFOs. A deeply programmable modulation matrix along with velocity and polyphonic aftertouch route these modulators into a variety of destinations to create anything from subtle movements in bass lines to complex, organically evolving soundscapes. Polyphonic aftertouch introduces another level of touch- controlled modulation independent to each voice, making KIJIMI a truly powerful performance tool.

Variable wave shaping of its analog oscillators is a feature unique to KIJIMI's synthesizer design. Rather than selecting a single waveform KIJIMI offers a range of waveforms from Triangle through Saw to Pulse waves, passing smoothly through every shape in between. Using modulation sources to control the oscillator waveform brings a new dimension to the sound sculpting process. Each oscillator can be modulated independently, detuned in semitone intervals and synced to each other, VCO2 can even be used to FM VCO and filter, bringing rich harmonic content to the initial tone.

KIJIMI's SSI2144-based lowpass filter is an updated version of a legendary design found in some of the most powerful analog synthesizers throughout history. Apart from being a gorgeous, rich lowpass filter for typical duties, a powerful feature found in the KIJIMI is the ability to FM the filter via VCO2, resulting in sounds ranging from atonal clangorous FX to aggressive vocal-sounding formants. The filter cutoff and resonance can be independently modulated, providing a filter section, which is far more complex than most analogue polyphonic synthesizers.

KIJIMI's two envelopes are set up in typical ADSR mode by default, but a CYCLE button can be switched on to enter a cycling trapezoidal mode reminiscent of the function generator found in the EMS Synthi. In this mode, the 4 parameters are instead used to control Rise, Time On, Fall, and Time Off, resulting in a uniquely controllable cyclic function. Each envelope also features 3 switchable speed modes ranging from fast, medium, or slow.

By default, KIJIMI features two powerful LFOs - Each with many selectable waveforms, rate, and a dedicated A/D envelope for modulating its rate on each new trigger. This means that each LFO can have its speed modulated on each new note independently of any other modulators across the synthesizer.

The modulation matrix in KIJIMI is what makes this instrument truly special: 8 destinations for each LFO, and 4 destinations for ADSR2, each with its own button to switch between Unipolar (+/-) or Bipolar modulation. Furthermore, the new firmware introduces the ability to assign different LFO settings (rate, waveform, EG and depth) to EACH individual destination. Below the Modulation Matrix are the performance modulators: Velocity and MPE- based polyphonic aftertouch which can be routed to 6 simultaneous destinations, each with its own bipolar level setting. With the ability to control filter, VCA, pitchbend, sub oscillator level, and 2 LFOs each modulating up to 8 destinations independently on each voice through your aftertouch performance, the expressive possibilities are truly limitless.

KIJIMI features full MIDI control and 10 preset banks with 128 slots including a Factory Bank and 9 user banks for storing and recalling settings.

Notes: Updated version of Black Corp's analogue monster. Dual-oscillator design with eight-voice polyphony, full MPE support, stereo analogue chorus and a glorious multi-mode filter.

Supplier's Notes:
XERXES delivers an unmatchable level of warmth through its two digitally controlled analogue oscillators. A multimode analogue filter, white and pink noise generator, 2 ADSR envelopes, 2 sync-able LFOs, unique analogue BBD chorus with 3 modes, full MPE-based polyphonic aftertouch, and complete MIDI control including polyphonic aftertouch and MPE work together to bring a classic analogue sound ready to integrate into modern times. MK2 features an updated VCA section, balanced outputs and high quality audio via USB conversion.

Xerxes produces triangle, saw, square, and PWM waveforms with variable drift controls from each oscillator, sync with variable phase shifting, and ring modulation allowing for complex cross-modulation effects. Each oscillator features an octave switch, bipolar transpose potentiometer +/-7 semitones, a master tuning pot affecting both oscillators, and a detune knob for subtly detuning Oscillator 2 to Oscillator 1. Portamento/Glissando or Glide can be programmed to affect Oscillator 1, 2, or both.

The analogue multimode filter on XERXES offers 24db/oct low pass, 12db/oct high pass modes and a band pass filter mode switchable between 6db/oct & 12db/oct for all kinds of filter characteristics. The filter can also be modulated by the dedicated ADSR envelope, LFO, velocity, and aftertouch (MPE and Polyphonic Aftertouch) allowing for incredibly expressive performance and programming.

XERXES features 6 LFO waveforms: Sine, triangle, saw, ramp, square, and random, plus a dedicated delay control to fade the LFO to the full amount set by the depth knob. Two LFOs are selectable with an A/B switch, each of which can be used to control multiple parameters set by the button switches to control oscillator tuning (A/B/Both) filter cutoff, and amplifier levels (VCF/VCA/Both.) Each of these LFOs also includes a Sync on/off switch.

XERXES features a beautiful, fully-analogue BBD-based chorus with 3 selectable modes, similar to the chorus effect found on the vintage Elka Synthex synthesizer. XERXES MK2 is equipped with stereo 1/4" balanced outputs to take full advantage of the stereo chorusing effect.

Finally, XERXES features full MIDI control and ability to store 128 user presets per bank across 11 banks (Factory, Vintage and 9 user banks) integrating this classic synth concept seamlessly into any studio setup.

Main features:

8-voice polyphonic analogue synthesizer
2 discrete logic DCOs per voice
analogue HP/BP/LP filter
2 LFOs
2 ADSRs
polyphonic velocity and aftertouch
full MPE (MIDI polyphonic expression) support
analogue BBD stereo chorus
4U rack size with detachable rack ears and wood side panels
10 preset banks (x128)

New in Version 2: Updated VCA section, balanced outputs and high quality audio via USB conversion using high resolution DACs.

Notes: Wow! Stunning analogue polysynth inspired by the classic early 80s Elka Synthex, renowned for amazing strings and pads. Painstakingly developed by the company behind the Deckard's Dream. Beautiful.

Supplier's notes:
Xerxes is an eight-voice polyphonic analog Synthesizer that features two discrete logic DCO's per voice. Each DCO section offers four waveforms (triangle, saw, square, pulse), octave switch, transpose, oscillator PWM, PAM, ring mod, pulse width, and a volume knob. It offers an analog multimode filter (HP/BP/LP) as well as two LFO's and 2 ADSR envelopes. Furthermore there is an analog BBD stereo chorus.

The synth is heavily inspired by the well-known Elka Synthex Synthesizer from the past but it is not a replica. It's a completely new development that has many modern and clever new features. The interface was not taken from the vintage Synthex but is also heavily inspired without cloning it.

Notes: It starts with a dream

We are all fans of synthesizers, their vintage sound, classic and modern at the same time, their ability to mix several timbres. We love the musical journey that transports us while listening to each new presets.

We also like guitar and bass. Standing or sitting, in your studio or on stage, playing on guitar or bass is this tremendous energy, this way in which the intensity of the playing is in total connection with the music you want to create. A sweet ballad, a melodious arpeggio, a hell of a bass line, a stratospheric lead, an awesome riff.

What if we could express all that but with a great synth sound?

The dream came true, and even more!

A modern synth played like a guitar or a bass

Elyra is played with the typical gestures of playing guitar and bass and all the energy that comes from it. You play with your whole body.

There are two strumming aera for strings, one dedicated to back and forth and another dedicated to bass and arpeggios.

Elyra is designed to be played by both right-handed and left-handed people.

You can also play it placed on a table or on your knees like a groove box.

A powerful and unique composition tool

With up to 16 voices polyphony, spread across 16 instruments/layers and with is powerful sequencer, Elyra is more than a groovebox, it is a composition tool.
You can have one instrument with 16 voices or 16 instruments with one voice and everything in between.

Because Elyra is battery powered, you can carry it anywhere with you and play for several hours.

You can play and sequence all your other instruments via MIDI port.

A sound engine is made for this instrument by Kodamo.

At the core of Elyra there is a powerful and beautiful sound engine created for by Kodamo.

It is a virtual analogue engine based on subtractive synthesis with just enough FM synthesis to offer a vast sound territory.

It has many parameters to sculpt and create a unique sound.

Electronics and wood

Elyra is made of electronics and wood.

The electronic parts are designed in France and comply with environmental standards and in particular RoHS.

The body of the instrument is made of wood. It is cut and assembled in France. The wood is only chosen from sustainable or recycled sources.

Elyra is built to last.

Raised touch buttons

All Elyra buttons are touch sensitive pads made up of a slightly raised area allowing the user to feel physical feedback.

This is capacitive sensor technology which offers an extremely fast response time of 2 ms.

There are 5 distinct areas on the main panel:

the fretboard composed of 4 * 12 pads
the strumming area separated into two types, A and B
two assignable sliders
an OLED screen with its wheel and its 8 contextual buttons

Guitar/bass mode

At first you need a double trig to play a note in Guitar or Bass mode: the hand on the fretboard selects the note to be played, and the other hand uses one of the two strumming areas.

Each one of the four strings has its own two strumming areas.

The strumming area A, is made of a long and very thin relief pad. It is ideal for playing back and forth on one or more strings.

The strumming area B, is a double pad surrounded by holes in the main layer, it allows both bass type playing and is ideal for playing arpeggios.

Elyra retains the essential subtleties of guitar playing, when a note has just been played you can also, like in guitar, slide to another note, or do a Pull-off or a Hammer-on without using the strumming area again.

You can use the slider with your thumb to bend the notes.

Elyra can be tuned according to your needs. there are basic tunings, like the first 4 strings of a guitar E, A, D, G, or any open tuning, or like a Ukulele.

You choose the root notes of each string, and the choice is specific to each track in one project.

Specifications

Fretboard: 12*4 capacitive pads (2ms latency)
Sound Engine: Virtual analogue + FM
Polyphony: 16 voices shared by all tracks
Multitimbrality: up to 16 instruments/layers
Presets: 256 factory presets
1024 user presets
16 presets per project
Oscillators: 15 waveforms including sine, triangle, saw, pulse and noise
Pitch envelope
Amp envelope ADSR + delay
FM: envelope modulator (osc 2) + feedback level
Filter: filter type : HPF, LPF
Filter slope: 2 poles -12dB/oct, 4 poles -24d B/Oct
Envelope ADSR
LFO: 2 LFOs, 5 waveform, speed depth, delay, retrig position, sync to BPM
Effects: 3 master effects with individual send by tracks
Effect 1: distortion/overdrive
Effect 2: bitcruch or chorus
Effect 3: stereo delay or reverb
Sequencer: a pattern = up to 256 steps per track, 128 patterns per project
max 999 project by SD card
Power Supply: 5v USB bus power supply
Memory: SD card

Size and Weight

Width: 435 mm - 17 - 1/8 inches
Depth: 170 mm - 6 - 11/16 inches
Height: 40 mm - 1 - 37/64 inches
Weight: 1.2 kg / 2 lbs 12,3 oz

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


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


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


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


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: Celebrating the 50th anniversary of this truly iconic synth, the 'modern' take on the classic Buchla Music Easel doesn't mess with a winning formula, paring the 208C sound source with 218e touch-sensitive keyboard.

Supplier's Notes:
The Buchla Music Easel was one of the first truly portable electronic music instruments. Fifty years ago, in 1973, only a few dozen were made. Unlike many iconic technologies, the influence was not grown through force of scale, but rather the force of the ideas. The Music Easel made available virtually every musical dimension: timbre, melody, rhythm, and time; how these dimensions intersected was no longer the court of acoustics and material, but signals and voltage. The 208 Stored Program Sound Source engendered "a new functional organization [with a] particularly rapid system of patching and program storage via plug-in cards."

Taking cues from the then-recent discipline of cybernetics, the 218 touch plate was for "real-time communication" to help realize the "potential vocabulary" of the Easel, rather than exploiting existing modes of musical virtuosity. The Stored Program Cards ensured rapid repeatability and repertoire on its own terms. The battery terminals made sure the music was as portable as any acoustic instrument. And the name let you know it was designed for art rather than science.

Buchla is ecstatic to revive the Music Easel for its third run in 50 years. Buchla first released the updated 208 Stored Program Sound Source, dubbed the Easel Command, with expanded MIDI and USB capability. Next came the update of the Easel Program Manager - a complete kit for storing and recalling sounds sources, even more rapidly than imagined in 1973. The new 218 Touch Activated Voltage Source provides the optimal input facility, as originally envisioned. It is now all together in a rugged case and the advanced EMBIO module that unifies all the audio and control inputs and outputs for integration with the rest of your musical world.

More than a retro novelty, the Music Easel still speaks to a future we strive for. A technology that invites conversation, not chats, and controls that engage expression, not work. There are many new worlds to explore in this instrument created at the crossroads of the jazz and computer ages. Designed as "an integrated assemblage of functions", rather than a collection of modules, the Music Easel's colour coding, comfortable access to controls, and solid patch connections allow for satisfying sessions of sonic discovery.

The Music Easel is available for pre-order starting June 16 at Buchla.com and your favourite Buchla Dealer. Delivery of the Music Easel (modern) is expected fall 2023.

Stored Program Sound Source Model 208C

The sound source of the Music Easel is the 208C, which includes a complex oscillator and a modulation oscillator (which can also serve as another voice), each with independent switchable waveforms, as well as a noise generator, allowing for rich and intricate sound design. The 208C also features a five-stage sequencer, envelope generator, pulser and modulation source - with switchable triggers - allowing for complex patterns and evolving textures. The dual low pass gate provides dynamic control over the tone and amplitude of the sound, as well as natural-sounding decay and sustain. The 208C has a number of modulation sources, including a random voltage generator, the envelope generator, modulation oscillator, and an envelope detector. These sources can be used to modulate various parameters via the extensive patchfield - creating movement, texture, and complexity. The 208C also includes a mixer section with spring reverb.

Touch Activated Voltage Source Model 218e (v3)

The first design appeared in the 1973 release of the Buchla Music Easel and named for the spacecraft that delivered astronauts to the moon. Providing the familiar piano key layout for this early mobile music machine, the additional controls and capabilities were an interface for exploring uncharted musical territory. With the new version 3, it's been elevated with a new foundation of stable, modern electronics with incredible sensitivity and accuracy - the lightest touch will produce triggers and control voltages. The adjustable sensor has the dynamic range and durability to handle your playing. The new texture not only improves the sensing, but provides a satisfying tactile experience. As always, pressure is an expressive output, adding an extra dimension to the control. MIDI outputs velocity and polyphony, as well as channel pressure, making the 218e a uniquely expressive controller. The 218e includes portamento and an arpeggiator, which can be driven by external inputs and are allowed to interact with the automated notes to make patterns more complex. Additional controls allow you to blend different patterns and randomness to easily change from the expected to the surprising. The classic preset voltage knobs offer several possible ways to shift your sounds into new territory. Not only can the knobs be used for quick access to voltages for your patch, they can control arpeggiation modes and octave shifting. Pads output pulses for additional control. The 218e also gives you a unique interface to playing your existing MIDI gear and soft synths. Each touch outputs note name, channel pressure, and velocity for every note, along with sustain controls from a pedal. Polyphonic MIDI mode lets you play chords. The touchstrip can act as a pitch bend control, or as a mod wheel for additional expressive control. Easily configured using the front panel controls, you can send notes and controls on any MIDI channel.

Electric Music Box Input/Output (EMBIO)

Maintaining the spirit, sound, and process from the original, the new Music Easel adds a variety of new features. Buchla's latest renditions of the Stored Program Sound Source and Touch Activated Voltage Source are tied together with the Electric Music Box Input/Output (EMBIO) module. This of course provides MIDI out (mini jack and USB) and CV out from the 218, MIDI in to the 208, and the audio out from the 208C. Additional creative control comes from the Audio Mixer, for integration with other Buchla modules and systems, and the CV conditioners and controls. The slew control can turn your sequencer into a wavy modulator, or soften up a square LFO. The attenuator and crossfader gives you the opportunity to find new levels and combinations of voltages from existing ones. The pulse converter offers new rhythms to trigger. And a simple LFO provides another valuable modulator when you just can't quite let yourself flip that Mod Osc switch from "high" to "low."

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


Celebrating the 50th anniversary of this truly iconic synth, the 'modern' take on the classic Buchla Music Easel doesn't mess with a winning formula, paring the 208C sound source with 218e touch-sensitive keyboard.

Supplier's Notes:
The Buchla Music Easel was one of the first truly portable electronic music instruments. Fifty years ago, in 1973, only a few dozen were made. Unlike many iconic technologies, the influence was not grown through force of scale, but rather the force of the ideas. The Music Easel made available virtually every musical dimension: timbre, melody, rhythm, and time; how these dimensions intersected was no longer the court of acoustics and material, but signals and voltage. The 208 Stored Program Sound Source engendered "a new functional organization [with a] particularly rapid system of patching and program storage via plug-in cards."

Taking cues from the then-recent discipline of cybernetics, the 218 touch plate was for "real-time communication" to help realize the "potential vocabulary" of the Easel, rather than exploiting existing modes of musical virtuosity. The Stored Program Cards ensured rapid repeatability and repertoire on its own terms. The battery terminals made sure the music was as portable as any acoustic instrument. And the name let you know it was designed for art rather than science.

Buchla is ecstatic to revive the Music Easel for its third run in 50 years. Buchla first released the updated 208 Stored Program Sound Source, dubbed the Easel Command, with expanded MIDI and USB capability. Next came the update of the Easel Program Manager - a complete kit for storing and recalling sounds sources, even more rapidly than imagined in 1973. The new 218 Touch Activated Voltage Source provides the optimal input facility, as originally envisioned. It is now all together in a rugged case and the advanced EMBIO module that unifies all the audio and control inputs and outputs for integration with the rest of your musical world.

More than a retro novelty, the Music Easel still speaks to a future we strive for. A technology that invites conversation, not chats, and controls that engage expression, not work. There are many new worlds to explore in this instrument created at the crossroads of the jazz and computer ages. Designed as "an integrated assemblage of functions", rather than a collection of modules, the Music Easel's colour coding, comfortable access to controls, and solid patch connections allow for satisfying sessions of sonic discovery.

The Music Easel is available for pre-order starting June 16 at Buchla.com and your favourite Buchla Dealer. Delivery of the Music Easel (modern) is expected fall 2023.

Stored Program Sound Source Model 208C

The sound source of the Music Easel is the 208C, which includes a complex oscillator and a modulation oscillator (which can also serve as another voice), each with independent switchable waveforms, as well as a noise generator, allowing for rich and intricate sound design. The 208C also features a five-stage sequencer, envelope generator, pulser and modulation source - with switchable triggers - allowing for complex patterns and evolving textures. The dual low pass gate provides dynamic control over the tone and amplitude of the sound, as well as natural-sounding decay and sustain. The 208C has a number of modulation sources, including a random voltage generator, the envelope generator, modulation oscillator, and an envelope detector. These sources can be used to modulate various parameters via the extensive patchfield - creating movement, texture, and complexity. The 208C also includes a mixer section with spring reverb.

Touch Activated Voltage Source Model 218e (v3)

The first design appeared in the 1973 release of the Buchla Music Easel and named for the spacecraft that delivered astronauts to the moon. Providing the familiar piano key layout for this early mobile music machine, the additional controls and capabilities were an interface for exploring uncharted musical territory. With the new version 3, it's been elevated with a new foundation of stable, modern electronics with incredible sensitivity and accuracy - the lightest touch will produce triggers and control voltages. The adjustable sensor has the dynamic range and durability to handle your playing. The new texture not only improves the sensing, but provides a satisfying tactile experience. As always, pressure is an expressive output, adding an extra dimension to the control. MIDI outputs velocity and polyphony, as well as channel pressure, making the 218e a uniquely expressive controller. The 218e includes portamento and an arpeggiator, which can be driven by external inputs and are allowed to interact with the automated notes to make patterns more complex. Additional controls allow you to blend different patterns and randomness to easily change from the expected to the surprising. The classic preset voltage knobs offer several possible ways to shift your sounds into new territory. Not only can the knobs be used for quick access to voltages for your patch, they can control arpeggiation modes and octave shifting. Pads output pulses for additional control. The 218e also gives you a unique interface to playing your existing MIDI gear and soft synths. Each touch outputs note name, channel pressure, and velocity for every note, along with sustain controls from a pedal. Polyphonic MIDI mode lets you play chords. The touchstrip can act as a pitch bend control, or as a mod wheel for additional expressive control. Easily configured using the front panel controls, you can send notes and controls on any MIDI channel.

Electric Music Box Input/Output (EMBIO)

Maintaining the spirit, sound, and process from the original, the new Music Easel adds a variety of new features. Buchla's latest renditions of the Stored Program Sound Source and Touch Activated Voltage Source are tied together with the Electric Music Box Input/Output (EMBIO) module. This of course provides MIDI out (mini jack and USB) and CV out from the 218, MIDI in to the 208, and the audio out from the 208C. Additional creative control comes from the Audio Mixer, for integration with other Buchla modules and systems, and the CV conditioners and controls. The slew control can turn your sequencer into a wavy modulator, or soften up a square LFO. The attenuator and crossfader gives you the opportunity to find new levels and combinations of voltages from existing ones. The pulse converter offers new rhythms to trigger. And a simple LFO provides another valuable modulator when you just can't quite let yourself flip that Mod Osc switch from "high" to "low."

Notes: The Buchla Music Easel was one of the first truly portable electronic music instruments. Fifty years ago, in 1973, only a few dozen were made. Unlike many iconic technologies, the influence was not grown through force of scale, but rather the force of the ideas. The Music Easel made available virtually every musical dimension: timbre, melody, rhythm, and time; how these dimensions intersected was no longer the court of acoustics and material, but signals and voltage. The 208 Stored Program Sound Source engendered "a new functional organization [with a] particularly rapid system of patching and program storage via plug-in cards."

Taking cues from the then-recent discipline of cybernetics, the 218 touch plate was for "real-time communication" to help realize the "potential vocabulary" of the Easel, rather than exploiting existing modes of musical virtuosity. The Stored Program Cards ensured rapid repeatability and repertoire on its own terms. The battery terminals made sure the music was as portable as any acoustic instrument. And the name let you know it was designed for art rather than science.

Buchla is ecstatic to revive the Music Easel for its third run in 50 years. Buchla first released the updated 208 Stored Program Sound Source, dubbed the Easel Command, with expanded MIDI and USB capability. Next came the update of the Easel Program Manager - a complete kit for storing and recalling sounds sources, even more rapidly than imagined in 1973. The new 218 Touch Activated Voltage Source provides the optimal input facility, as originally envisioned. It is now all together in a rugged case and the advanced EMBIO module that unifies all the audio and control inputs and outputs for integration with the rest of your musical world.

More than a retro novelty, the Music Easel still speaks to a future we strive for. A technology that invites conversation, not chats, and controls that engage expression, not work. There are many new worlds to explore in this instrument created at the crossroads of the jazz and computer ages. Designed as "an integrated assemblage of functions", rather than a collection of modules, the Music Easel's colour coding, comfortable access to controls, and solid patch connections allow for satisfying sessions of sonic discovery.

The Music Easel (retro) is available for pre-order starting in June 16 at Buchla.com and your favorite Buchla Dealer with delivery expected in winter 2023.

Stored Program Sound Source Model 208C

The sound source of the Music Easel is the 208C, which includes a complex oscillator and a modulation oscillator (which can also serve as another voice), each with independent switchable waveforms, as well as a noise generator, allowing for rich and intricate sound design. The 208C also features a five-stage sequencer, envelope generator, pulser and modulation source - with switchable triggers - allowing for complex patterns and evolving textures. The dual low pass gate provides dynamic control over the tone and amplitude of the sound, as well as natural-sounding decay and sustain. The 208C has a number of modulation sources, including a random voltage generator, the envelope generator, modulation oscillator, and an envelope detector. These sources can be used to modulate various parameters via the extensive patchfield - creating movement, texture, and complexity. The 208C also includes a mixer section with spring reverb.

Touch Activated Voltage Source Model 218e (v3)

The first design appeared in the 1973 release of the Buchla Music Easel and named for the spacecraft that delivered astronauts to the moon. Providing the familiar piano key layout for this early mobile music machine, the additional controls and capabilities were an interface for exploring uncharted musical territory. With the new version 3, it's been elevated with a new foundation of stable, modern electronics with incredible sensitivity and accuracy - the lightest touch will produce triggers and control voltages. The adjustable sensor has the dynamic range and durability to handle your playing. The new texture not only improves the sensing, but provides a satisfying tactile experience. As always, pressure is an expressive output, adding an extra dimension to the control. MIDI outputs velocity and polyphony, as well as channel pressure, making the 218e a uniquely expressive controller. The 218e includes portamento and an arpeggiator, which can be driven by external inputs and are allowed to interact with the automated notes to make patterns more complex. Additional controls allow you to blend different patterns and randomness to easily change from the expected to the surprising. The classic preset voltage knobs offer several possible ways to shift your sounds into new territory. Not only can the knobs be used for quick access to voltages for your patch, they can control arpeggiation modes and octave shifting. Pads output pulses for additional control. The 218e also gives you a unique interface to playing your existing MIDI gear and soft synths. Each touch outputs note name, channel pressure, and velocity for every note, along with sustain controls from a pedal. Polyphonic MIDI mode lets you play chords. The touchstrip can act as a pitch bend control, or as a mod wheel for additional expressive control. Easily configured using the front panel controls, you can send notes and controls on any MIDI channel.

Electric Music Box Input/Output (EMBIO)

Maintaining the spirit, sound, and process from the original, the new Music Easel adds a variety of new features. Buchla's latest renditions of the Stored Program Sound Source and Touch Activated Voltage Source are tied together with the Electric Music Box Input/Output (EMBIO) module. This of course provides MIDI out (mini jack and USB) and CV out from the 218, MIDI in to the 208, and the audio out from the 208C. Additional creative control comes from the Audio Mixer, for integration with other Buchla modules and systems, and the CV conditioners and controls. The slew control can turn your sequencer into a wavy modulator, or soften up a square LFO. The attenuator and crossfader gives you the opportunity to find new levels and combinations of voltages from existing ones. The pulse converter offers new rhythms to trigger. And a simple LFO provides another valuable modulator when you just can't quite let yourself flip that Mod Osc switch from "high" to "low."

Notes: The new basic system 3 from Doepfer is a return to Dieter Doepfer's original vision of analogue modular synthesis. Modules can be connected via front panel audio and CV connectors and used in infinite combinations. The Basic System 3 is an easily accessible and well-structured system that can be used by enthusiasts and beginners alike. It can be used as a base for exploring sound synthesis and electronic sounds, or as a supplement to delve deeper into different types of synthesis. For example, it is possible to create 4-part paraphonic patches or create complex sounds using the ring modulator. Percussion and drum sounds can also be created in a variety of ways alongside the classic synth sounds. The system's two filters can also be set to self-resonance to provide additional sound sources. The Waveshaper can be used to modify simple sounds and change their overall timbre. As each user's personal requirements are different, blank panels are installed that can be replaced with modules. This means there is no need to buy a new cabinet.

The following modules are included in the basic system 3:

1x A-108 6/12/24/48dB Low Pass Filter
2x A-110-1 Standard VCO
1x A-118 Noise / Random
1x A-121-2 Multimode Filter
1x A-131 VCA exponential
1x A-132-3 Dual linear/exponential VCA
1x A-137-1 Wave Multiplier I
1x A-138j Inverting/Interrupting Mixer (Janus Mixer)
1x A-138b Mixer logarithm.
1x A-138s Mini Stereo Mixer
1x A-140 ADSR Envelope Generator
1x A-140-2 Dual Mini-ADSR
1x A-147-4 Dual VCLFO
1x A-151 Quad Sequential Switch
1x A-160-2 Clock Divider II
1x A-171-2 VC Slew Processor / Generator
2x A-180-2 Multiples 1
1x A-184-1 Ring Modulator/S+H/T+H/Slew Limiter
5x Blind Panel 4HP

The following Patch cables are included:

5x A-100C15 Cable 15cm yellow
10x A-100C30 Cable 30cm black
15x A-100C50 Cable 50cm grey
5x A-100C80 Cable 80cm red