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March
2004 Radikal’s brandnew Spectralis Synth provides the advantages of analog, subtractive Synthesis together with modern DSP based Sound Generation as well as a pattern based Sequencer which features traditional sequencing via realtime Input, as well as Drum-Grid Programming and Step sequencing. Using the Stepsequencer and the Filterbank together makes it possible to create previously unheard dynamic sound progressions, which exceed by far what can normally be expected from a subtractive Synthesizer. The Analog Filtering Technique truly shows off its enormous advantages compared to DSP based Systems.
It doesn’t end there though! In addition the Spectralis’ DSP Sound Engine delivers complementary polyphonic tracks and drum sounds. The Spectralis has an open DSP System, which means additional Synthesis Algorithms can be added via Software Upgrades. Due to the ability to store up to 96 Mbytes of the User’s own samples, maximum possibilities for personal soundcreation are available.
The Operating Surface of the Spectralis makes it easy to take advantage
of all the fantastic features inside. All of the encoders of the Spectralis
have a push button function which calls up additional parameters directly
to the display for easy editing. Numerous Operating Macros provide the
User with shortcuts to perform dramatic Sound Changes with just one
encoder. The Sequencer has been optimized for ”realtime” operation.
Accordingly this allows for making adjustments and changes to sequenced
patterns during LIVE playback and to change drum grooves or sequencer
lines ”on the fly”. It is also possible to recall synth configurations
at the push of a button – no matter how complex – thus surprise your
audience with never before heard sound structures.
The Spectron with creator Jorg Schaaf Jorg spills the beans RealPlayer DSL More videos... | get RealPlayer Tucked away at the back of hall 5.1, you wouldn't say that this new synth was making a big splash at the Messe. In fact, we nearly missed it. If it wasn't for the interesting sounds emanating from the stand populated with the nifty SAC control surfaces, it wouldn't have had a second glance. Its not as if the new Spectron synthesizer from Radikal Technologies isn't eye catching. We figure it's around 5-6 units high! At present (this is still
a prototype), it's a monosynth 3 osc with a 32 track high resolution sequencer,
10 (or possibly more) BPF (Band Pass Filters) plus a multimode 24dB/oct
filter. The Sequencer will be able to trigger envelopes and fade between
steps giving minutes of possible sound evolution. Jorg Schaaf, is no newcomer
to synth design, formerly of the sadly defunct Quasimidi. As we say this
machine is till under development but should be making an appearance later
on in the year in it's final form. |