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Waldorf

Quantum

The Quantum Shadow is a limited edition model commemorating Waldorf Music's 30th anniversary. Limited to 30 units. Quantum Shadow features black aluminium parts, black leather side parts and an all-black keyboard. Released December 4, 2019.

Awesome Synthesizer!!


https://waldorfmusic.com/en/quantum

Quantum Specifications

  • Digital-Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer

  • 61 Keys high-quality Fatar TP/8SK keyboard, channel aftertouch

  • 8 voices

  • Dual timbral: split or layered mode with separate stereo audio outputs

  • 3 stereo digital oscillators each capable of five synthesis algorithms

  • Wavetable: Waldorf style with latest additions from Nave including speech synthesis, wavetable generation from audio and new features

  • Waveform: Waveform with up to 8 simultaneous waves per Oscillator in detuned or chordal mode with hard-sync, warp & PWM as well as tunable noise

  • Particle: Sampler in traditional and granular mode using multi-samples or live input

  • Resonator: Exciter using multi-sampling plus filter bank sound model.

  • New Kernel synthesis with possibilities from classic 6 operator FM to innovative audio rate wavetable modulations

  • Two analogue lowpass filters per voice each in 24 or 12 dB configuration using innovative link modes

  • Digital former: Additional digital algorithms per voice like comb filter, high-pass, band-pass & notch filters (Nave, Largo or PPG models), bit-crusher, drive and more

  • Flexible routing system for order of analog filters & digital former and individual oscillator routings

  • 6 LFOs in poly and global mode with extensive parameter set

  • 6 loopable envelopes

  • Komplex: multistage LFO/envelope modulator

  • Extensive modulation matrix with 40 slots and easy via-controller assignments

  • Intuitive modulation assignment via panel elements and control LEDs

  • Master effect rack of 5 slots for each timbre choosing from FX like phaser, flanger, chorus, reverb, drive, eq and more.

  • Compressor for main output

  • Step sequencer with step recording, parameter automation and scale-based pitch quantization

  • Microtonal pitch configurations capable of importing Skala scl files

  • Capable of polyphonic aftertouch via external MIDI inputs

  • Chord and latch buttons

  • Unisono mode

  • Module-based preset system for effects, oscillators, step-sequenzer and Komplex modulator

  • Single-function potentiometer and encoder controls for intuitive editing

  • Visualisation and deeper sound editing via context-sensitive high-resolution capacitive multi-touch display

  • Spectrum Analyzer and Oscilloscope at various processing stages

  • Up to 10,000 sound patch capacity organized by banks, attributes, author and patch number.

  • Favourites lists for quick recall of sound patches like for set-lists etc.

  • Pre-loaded with wide variety of patches by acclaimed sound designers like Howard Scarr

  • MIDI output of local keyboard, wheels and assignable panel elements

  • Automation of sound parameters from MIDI inputs via MIDI CC learn function

  • Recording of samples from audio inputs or self-recording of audio outputs

  • 4 GB*) internal Flash memory for presets, samples and wavetables

  • Pre-loaded with approx. 2 GB sample data

  • On board audio file editor

  • Export & import of presets, sample & wavetable via SD card or USB drive

  • Import of Nave presets and selected legacy FM .syx files

  • Mod wheel can be assigned to any parameter which can be modulated in the matrix or via quick assign

  • Pitch wheel can be assigned to each oscillator individually

  • Weight: 17.8kg

  • Dimensions: 1006 x 401 x 131 mm

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