Matrix 1000 is a synthesizer module built on the basis of Matrix 6 (6R) architecture. Unlike the “6" models it doesn’t have external controls for tuning the sound; instead, there is a selection of 1000 preset patches, including 195 keys, 118 string, 130...
Juno-60 followed Juno-6 featuring a 61-note keyboard that same year (1982). The monotimbral instrument offers a 6-voice polyphony and one digitally controlled oscillator per voice. The oscillator generates pulse, saw and square. The main spec which...
The successor of Matrix series, however, has a feature that strongly distinguishes Matrix-6 from its predecessors: the synthesizer's voices use digitally controlled oscillators (DCO). To build the voices Oberhiem used a specialized chip CEM3396 which...
The AKAI AX 80 is a vintage analog synthesizer released in 1984 by the Japanese electronics company Akai. It was designed to be a more affordable alternative to the popular Yamaha DX7 synthesizer. It features 8 voices of polyphony, two digitally...
The Korg Poly-61 is a classic analog synthesizer released by Korg in 1982. It has two oscillators, a low-pass filter, and two envelope generators. It is known for its warm, thick sound and is still popular today among synth enthusiasts.
The Korg Poly-61M is a vintage analog synthesizer released by Korg in 1985. It features two DCOs (digitally controlled oscillators) and two VCFs (voltage-controlled filters) for creating rich and complex sounds. It also has a built-in arpeggiator and a...
The Korg PolySix is a polyphonic analog synthesizer released by Korg in 1981. It was one of the first synthesizers to feature programmable memory, allowing users to store and recall their own sounds. The PolySix also featured a built-in chorus effect, as...
Juno-6 is a 6-voice polyphonic synthesizer launched by Roland in 1982. The starter of the hit series which brought on the market affordable Roland synths of good quality. The synthesis is DCO based though digital control of the analog sound delivers good...
The AKAI AX 60 is a vintage analog synthesizer released in 1985 by the Japanese company Akai. It is a 6-voice polyphonic synthesizer with two oscillators per voice, two low-pass filters, two envelope generators, and an arpeggiator. The AX 60 was designed...
Juno-106 is Juno-6 and Juno-60 successor. Though unlike its ancestors, it features 128 presets that can be saved and offer a quick switch between them – that might have determined its popularity. This synthesizer supports MIDI control and responds to...
