Synths, Samplers, Keyboards

Jan 16, 2007 5:23 PM

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CYNDUSTRIES BENARES PROGRAMMER MODULE
The new Cynthia programmer/sequencer module is a limited-edition re-creation of a design originally published as a D.I.Y. construction project by Arpad Benares in the March 1977 issue of Synapse electronic music magazine. This improved version also makes a great little 4x5 analog sequencer, and is indispensible for the creation of user presets when performing live on analog modular synthesizers. Price: $789.
310/573-1936
www.Cyndustries.com

FUTURE RETRO XS
The XS is a true analog semi-modular synthesizer in both desktop and rack formats. Weighing in at just four pounds with 46 controls, seven inputs and 15 outputs, the XS is designed for musicians on the go. The XS provides two ultrastable wide-range oscillators, sub-oscillator, ring modulator, white-noise source, multi-mode resonant filter with overdrive, amplifier, LFO with MIDI sync, two unique envelope generators and MIDI-to-CV conversion. NAMM booth: #1785.
785/827-9278
www.future-retro.com

KURZWEIL PC3
Designed for studio or live performance, the PC3 offers an 88-note weighted keyboard, 128-note polyphony, 16-track sequencing, four independent arpeggiators onboard effects, USB and Flash card ports, nine sliders/drawbars and hundreds of sounds including Kurzweil's renowned Triple Strike Grand Piano, basses, drums, guitars, vintage key sounds and 250 pro orchestral and string programs. NAMM booth #303.
www.kurzweilmusicsystems.com

MOOG LITTLE PHATTY SYNTHESIZER STAGE EDITION
Moog continues to innovate and fuse uncompromising sound quality and craftsmanship with new technology. The Little Phatty Stage Edition puts the performer in control of a 100-percent analog signal path with Real Analog Control (RACTM), two ultrastable voltage-controlled oscillators and one voltage-controlled filter, among other versatile features such as CV inputs, KB gate and full MIDI I/O control. Shipping begins in February 2007. Price: $1,375. NAMM booth #6014.
828/251-0090
www.moogmusic.com

MUSE RESEARCH RECEPTOR PRO JR.
Receptor PRO Jr. is the top-of-the-line version of the Receptor hardware plug-in player and matches the Receptor PRO in all regards except for the Jr.'s 400GB hard drive (instead of the Pro's 750GB hard drive). Receptor is your ultimate synth, sampler and sound module, used by the world's biggest bands, best engineers and busiest composers. Price: $2.499. NAMM booth #6729.
650/326-5400
www.museresearch.com

NOVATION XIOSYNTH 49
Novation's XioSynth 49 has 200 hard-hitting patches, optional filter distortion for a greater range of sounds and a new X-Gator 32-step sequencer/patch programming facility where varying levels of each step can create interesting rhythmic patterns, without having to rely on an external sequencer. It also features semi-weighted keys, full MIDI/USB computer interfacing, AA battery operation for portability and mic input with phantom power. NAMM booth #6474.
www.novationmusic.com

WALDORF BLOFELD
The Blofeld desktop synthesizer module sports the newest generation of Waldorf's legendary analog modeling technology. Housed in a sleek chassis dotted with solid aluminum knobs, Blofeld is loaded with 1,000 classic Waldorf sounds. The unit features an easy-to-read display and a control matrix that affords instant access to all key parameters. A USB interface allows for advanced sound editing and preset management. As an added bonus, Waldorf MicroQ sounds can be loaded and played. Shipping Q2/07. Price: TBA. NAMM booth: #1105.

WALDORF STROMBERG
The Stromberg keyboard is the latest evolution of the legendary hybrid analog/digital technology that has made Waldorf synthesizers among the most sought after in the world! Stromberg's feature set only hints at its extraordinary power: Up to 100-voice polyphony; multiple filters, including exclusive PPG, comb, cascade and "A-filter" 16-way analog filter bank; "Valve" tube saturation; on-board effects; 5.1 surround capabilities, and more. All this set in a gorgeous hardware unit with a superb user interface. Shipping Q3/07. Price: TBA. NAMM booth: #1105.
Dist. by QuireTec
877/784-7383
www.quiretec.com

YAMAHA DISKLAVIER 2
Yamaha Disklavier 2 offers a host of innovative technological and entertainment enhancements to the world’s most advanced performance reproducing pianos. Disklavier Music Store enables users to access the Internet directly from the piano’s pocket or tablet remote controllers—without the use of a computer—to download songs directly to their instrument. Disklavier Radio offers a range of online MIDI music stations that will stream PianoMusicSoft™ selections 24/7 to Internet-connected Disklavier Mark IVs worldwide. Prices: $40,995; upgrade, free. NAMM booth: #100.
714/522-9011
www.yamaha.com








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