Of course, it includes features we now take for granted, like velocity
and aftertouch. Add to that performance features like an arpeggiator,
gated 16 x 4 step sequencer, and the ability to split or stack sounds.
The modulation possibilities are much deeper than anything Sequential
ever produced, making it capable of producing sounds the "classics"
simply could not. Dave has always said that he is only interested in
moving forward. The Prophet '08 is the product of evolution, not
nostalgia.
Specifications
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The only affordable, full-featured polysynth with a 100% analog signal path.
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Classic, real analog sound—including legendary Curtis analog low-pass filters—married to a modern feature set.
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Compact size, huge sound.
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Tons of knobs for direct, real-time editing and performance.
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5-octave keyboard with semi-weighted action, velocity, and aftertouch.
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Spring-loaded pitch wheel and assignable mod wheel
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256 fully editable Programs (2 banks of 128) with 2 Layers (2 separate sounds) in each Program.
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16 x 4 gated step sequencer
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Arpeggiator
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2 digitally controlled analog oscillators (DCOs) per voice with
selectable sawtooth, triangle, saw/triangle mix, and pulse waves (with
pulse-width modulation), and hard sync.
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White noise generator
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1 Analog Curtis low-pass filter per voice, selectable 2- and 4-pole operation (self-resonating in 4-pole mode).
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3 Envelope Generators: filter, VCA, and assignable (four-stage ADSR + delay); Envelope 3 can loop.
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4 LFOs
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Glide (portamento): separate rates per oscillator.
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Analog VCAs
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Dimensions: 12.1" (30.73 cm) W x 34.8" (88.39 cm) L x 3.875" (9.84 cm)
H (2.25" at front edge; the feet account for 0.25" of the total height)
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Weight: ~22 lbs. (9.98 kg)
In's and Out's
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MIDI In, Out, Thru, and Poly Chain
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Main stereo audio output: 1/4" unbalanced
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Output B stereo audio output: 1/4" unbalanced
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Sustain pedal input: accepts normally on or normally off momentary footswitch.
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Pedal/CV input: responds to expression pedals or control voltages
ranging from 0 to 5 VDC (protected against higher or negative voltages).
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Headphone output: 1/4" stereo phone jack.
Includes power supply for 110V – 240V AC operation (13-15 VDC, 400 mA) and operation manual.