Real analog. Really intense. The ultimate polyphonic analog synth
In a world filled with
almost-analog and
sort-of-analog
synthesizers, Andromeda is the real deal: a high-performance instrument
fueled by true analog synth technology. In a single, powerful package
you'll find a huge range of tonal possibilities: searing leads, warm
pads, fat bass lines, extreme sound effects and more. With Andromeda
you can get all these sounds simultaneously, while enjoying the
creative control to reach out, grab knobs and instantly reshape
Andromeda's mind-blowing sonics.
Real Analog Powerhouse
Andromeda's
fully analog signal path is controlled by a high-speed Motorola
Coldfire microprocessor, offering 16-voice polyphony with 16-part
multitimbral capability. Andromeda features two analog oscillators per
voice, with standard waveforms (available simultaneously),
suboscillators, hard and soft sync, and more. It provides two analog
filters per voice: these 2-pole (multimode) and 4-pole (lowpass)
resonating filters are classically-derived designs, and offer you an
astounding range of sonic variability.
Andromeda also provides
external audio inputs that allow you to route any signal through its
filters. Andromeda has three LFOs, each with six waveforms and many
powerful features. It also has three 7-stage, 3-level envelopes capable
of functions never before found in any analog synthesizer. An extensive
mod matrix offers you an enormous freedom in configuring Andromeda's
sonic firepower, adding to its monstrous capabilities.
In-Depth Control of Your Sound
Andromeda's
61-note synth-weighted keypad features velocity and aftertouch
sensitivity, and its ribbon controlled offers multiple, assignable
functions. A distinctive, futuristic front panel features 72 knobs and
114 buttons (the majority are single function), optimally arranged for
rapid-fire tweaking and in-depth experimentation. Andromeda's large,
backlit LCD display provides real-world values of parameters (time,
frequency, BPM, etc.) and high-resolution graphics. No other synth has
ever offered such a sophisticated, informative control panel for
creating analog pyrotechnics.
Extensive features
In
addition to its real analog synth engine and hands-on interface,
Andromeda provides a wide range of performance features, including
multiple keyboard modes, portamento with nine slopes, and legato
functions. For added grins, Andromeda provides a built-in arpeggiator
and analog-style sequencer with MIDI sync, high quality digital effects
Z(reverb, chorus, echo and more), and a nasty little analog distortion
circuit. Internal program memory features 256 preset and 128
user-defined programs. Andromeda also offers a PCMCIA-format memory
card slot for additional programs and mixes.
Specs:
Polyphony:
_ 16-voice, 16-channel multitimbral
Synthesis Method:
_ Real analog subtractive
Oscillators:
_ 2 oscillators (with subs) per voice, 5 waveforms available (sine, triangle, square, up saw, down saw)
Filters:
_ 32 total - 2-pole multimode resonating filter per voice, 4-pole lowpass resonating filter per voice
Program Memory:
_ 256 preset and 128 user-defined
Mix Memory:
_ 128 user-defined
Audio Outputs:
_16 mono outputs, one for each of 16 voices (eight 1/4" TRS jacks)
_Stereo main outputs (two 1/4" jacks)
_2 mono aux outputs (two 1/4" jacks)
_Stereo headphone output (1/4" TRS jack)
Audio Inputs:
_ Two 1/4" jacks
External Audio Filter Inputs:
_Three 1/4" jacks - one each for Voices 1-16, Voice 15, and Voice 16
Pedal Jacks:
_ Pedal/CV, Switch and Sustain - each with dedicated 1/4" jack
MIDI Connections:
_ MIDI In, Out, Thru
Memory Card Slot:
_PCMCIA-format
