The Quasimidi Quasar, released in 1993, represents an ambitious German approach to synthesizer design during the early nineties. This 2U rack-mounted module distinguishes itself by claiming to be an all-in-one synthesis solution, incorporating analogue,...
The Waldorf Pulse is a 2U rackmount analog monosynth that delivers authentic vintage analog sound without the reliability issues of aging vintage equipment. With its distinctive Toblerone-like depth and classic Waldorf grey chassis with white/orange...
The E-mu ESi32 represented in 1994 a significant shift in E-mu's product strategy, bringing their renowned high-end sampling technology to a much more affordable price point. Traditionally focused on premium "powerhouse" samplers like the Emulator...
The S2800 is part of Akai's S3000 lineage. It's a 2U rackmount sampler that maintains the high quality and reliability Akai is known for while introducing significant improvements over previous models like the S900/ S950 and S1000/ S1100. The S2800...
Akai S2000 Sampler Overview The Akai S2000 is a 16-bit sampler that offers impressive capabilities at an affordable price point. Closely related to the higher-end S3000/ S3000XL machines, it provides both mono and stereo sampling functionality with 2MB of...
The Akai S3000XL sampler shares its physical appearance with the S2800 rather than the S3000. The front panel features a power switch, headphone socket, and display contrast control that doubles as a backlight switch. Eight mode buttons control basic...
The difference between the Akai S2800 and S2800i is the IB-301S SCSI card expansion and an HDD built-in.
The Akai S612 represented in its time a breakthrough in affordable digital sampling technology, combining three of the music industry's hottest buzzwords - "digital," "MIDI," and "sampling" - into one compact unit. Designed as a 2U high, 19"...
The Akai Z8 and Z4 samplers represent Akai's response to the rising dominance of software samplers in modern music production. These new units offer unprecedented levels of computer integration while maintaining the reliability and tactile experience...
The Akai Z4 represented the entry-level option in Akai's Z series samplers, offering many of the same high-end capabilities as its bigger brother (the Z8) but in a more economical package with fewer standard features. Core Features The Z4 delivers...
