Polymath is a classic representative of semi modular synthesizers and, in this case, it has more functionality options than many fixed modular systems do, and of course the cost corresponds the capabilities. This paraphonic keyboardless synthesizer, i.e....
In 2016 AKAI decided to "refresh" the old version of MPC Studio, and present its successor - MPC Studio Black. The interface was no different. Major updates affected the housing of the device, which was turned black, improved pads - now they get thicker...
In 2013 AKAI brand released the 2nd controller from the new MPC series called MPC Studio. Like the predecessor MPC Renaissance, it uses the same software, which is now managed with a more compact and portable controller. The housing of MPC Studio is made...
In 2003, MC-909 was released by Roland. Its sound core is based on a series of synthesizer modules "XV", and the internal memory is limited to 272 MB. The professional device includes 800 patches, 693 waveforms, and a "SRX" expansion. Among its...
This year Nord announced the imminent release of a new percussion synthesizer called Nord Drum 3 (which will be released along with Nord Drum 3P). The red box comprised a few new features: the effects of reverb and delay, as well as a set of sound banks....
In 2009 Tom Oberheim decided to revive SEM module which was released in 1974 becoming a real classic. In the modern edition almost all functional blocks have been preserved without any introduction: Two discrete voltage controlled oscillators (VCO)...
Reconstructed and prepared to work in modern conditions, an analog monophonic synthesizer module. Signal path, comparing to the original module of 1974 year of production, remained almost unchanged. Several details that are no longer available have been...
The older model in the line of modern SEM modules, combines all the additional options. For interaction with modular systems there are 21 CV inputs/outputs (3.5 mm jacks). There’s a MIDI-CV converter so that it could work with MIDI equipment. It is based...
In 1984 Oberheim tried to assemble a modular system in a relatively small housing with the ability to quickly and easily integrate with other devices. The result was Xpander which combines the flexibility of a modular system with the ease of controlling...
In the 70s Tom Oberheim became famous as a talented inventor of guitar effects. Its ring modulator and phase shifter, produced under the Maestro brand, were real bestsellers. At the same time, Tom was the official dealer of ARP synthesizers in Los...
