Synthesizers - Technology Directory

  1. Alesis DM5 Drum ModuleLos Angeles, CA: Alesis Corporation; 19963630 Holdgren Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90016, 310-558-4530, 800-525-3747, Fax: 310-836-9192.
    Rec #: 1094
    Call Number: Updated 1996; information provided by publisher
    Notes: Cost: $449.00
    Abstract:
    Building on the immense popularity of the D4, the DM5 18 Bit High Sample Rate Drum Module offers enhanced performance features and an excellent selection of drum, percussion and special effect samples. The DM5 puts over 540 all-new and classic Alesis studio drum sounds into a single rack space, many recorded true stereo and with ambient effects. Plus, its Expanded Dynamic Articulation feature allows drum sounds to change volume, tone and pitch depending on how hard they're hit -- just like real drums. And the new random smaple feature brings new life to static tracks by realistically varying the sound of the drum as you play.

     

  2. Alesis QS6 64 Voice Expandable SynthesizerLos Angeles, CA: Alesis Corporation; 19963630 Holdgren Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90016, 310-558-4530, 800-525-3747, Fax: 310-836-9192.
    Rec #: 1095
    Call Number: Updated 1996; information obtained from publisher
    Notes: Cost: $1099.00
    Abstract:
    The Alesis QS6 64 Voice Expandable Synthesizer was designed to provide an all-around synthesis solution for keyboard players, music composers, and multimedia authors alike. The QS6 starts with a powerful 64 voice synth engine for your most complex MIDI sequences, powered by 8MB of sound ROM. The QS6's sound library is expandable to 16MB, either thorugh Alesis QuadraCards or blankflash RAM cards for use with our Sound Bridge sample transfer software. The QS6 has 640 great sounding programs and 500 multitimbral mixes, including a complete bank of sounds in the General MIDI format for authoring nd playback of multimedia sounds.

     

  3. Alesis QS8 64 Voice Expanable Master SynthesizerLos Angeles, CA: Alesis Corporation; 19963630 Holdgren Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90016, 310-558-4530, 800-525-3747, Fax: 310-836-9192.
    Rec #: 1096
    Call Number: Updated 1996; information obtained from publisher
    Notes: Cost: $1999.00
    Abstract:
    The QS8 64 Voice 88 Key Expanable Master Synthesizer is the new flagship of the Alesis keyboard line. By combining all the advantages of an incredibly powerful, full-size master controller with a highly-advanced synthesis engine, the QS8 offers the performance you expect from a professional-quality keyboard instrument. It features an 88-key weighted hammer-action keyboard, offering the expressive feel that can only be compared to a fine acoustic piano. The QS8 incorporates 16MB of onboard sound ROM, featuring a new phase-accurate stereo grand piano as well as a full complement of organs, strings, drum, percussion, brass, woodwinds, rhythmic/sonic loops and several banks of both new and classic synth textures. The QS8 offers 640 great-sounding, very usable programs and 500multi-timbral mixes, which may be expanded to 1792 programs and 1400 mixes (32MB of ROM) using its 2 PCMCIA sound card slots and Alesis QuadraCards.

     

  4. Allen MDS-Expander II ModuleMacungie, PA: Allen Organ Company; 1995150 Locust St., PO Box 36, Macungie, PA 18062-0036, 610-966-2202, Fax: 610-965-3098.
    Rec #: 1097
    Call Number: Updated 1998; information provided by publisher.
    Abstract:
    Synthsizer expander module, specifically designed for use with church organs. User-friendly and intuitive design lends to ease of use by those not familiar with synthesizers. Can be used with MIDI devices. Version II expanded to 100 voices.

     

  5. E-Prime [Macintosh/ IBM]. Malvern, PA: Ensoniq Corp.; 1997155 Great Valley Parkway, PO Box 3035, Malvern, PA 19355-0735, 610-647-3930.
    Rec #: 1098
    Call Number: Updated 1997; information provided by publisher
    Notes: Cost: $1995.00
    Abstract:
    This 76-key weighted action workstation keyboard is desinged for the performing musician. Whether you are performing live in a band, leading a choir, or playing in a house of worship, E-Prime has what it takes to get the job done. The E-Prime keyboard has 308 sounds instantly available (including a full GM soundset) at all times. You can instantly transpose whatever you are playing or split the keyboard so it has different sounds on different keys (great for playsing bass and piano at the same time). If you like to add or change the sounds in E-Prime, you can edit them on the keyboard, or use the computer editing software that is included with E-Prime. The software works on both the PC and Macintosh platforms.

     

  6. i5SMelville, NY: Korg USA Inc.; 1995316 S Service Rd., Melville, NY 11740, 516-333-9100.
    Rec #: 1099
    Call Number: Updated 1996; information provided by publisher
    Abstract:
    The i55 interactive workstation has a new feature called Interactive Composition that automatically adds an accompaniment including chords as soon as you play a melody. The i55 is general MIDI compatible, reads and writes standard MIDI files, has a built-in computer interface and built-in speakers.

     

  7. MR-RackMalvern, PA: Ensoniq Corp.; 1996155 Great Valley Parkway, PO Box 3035, Malvern, PA 19355-0735, 610-647-3930.
    Rec #: 1102
    Call Number: Updated 1997; information provided by publisher
    Notes: Cost: $1695.00
    Abstract:
    The MR-Rack is a 64-voice expandable rack mount synthesizer. It offers 12 MB of 44.1KHz wave ROM and room for 3 expansion boards, each capable of holding up to 24MB of wavedata for a total of up to 84 MB. Up to 521 sounds, 160 performances, PCMCIA card slot, new ESP-2-based effect architecture, 16 part mutitimbral, and GM compatible.

     

  8. ProphecyMelville, NY: Korg USA Inc.; 1995316 S Service Rd., Melville, NY 11740, 516-333-9100.
    Rec #: 1104
    Call Number: Updated 1996; information provided by publisher
    Abstract:
    The Prophecy is a monophonic synthesizer which uses 5 different synthesis methods that are based on mathematical simulations including analog, variable phase modulation, and physical modeling synthesis. The analog waveforms simulated include saw, pulse, and ramp. The unit is equipped with 2 multi-mode resonant filters and a ribbon controller.

     

  9. WavedrumMelville, NY: Korg USA Inc.; 1995316 S Service Rd., Melville, NY 11740, 516-333-9100.
    Rec #: 1111
    Call Number: Updated 1996; information provided by publisher
    Abstract:
    The wavedrum is a percussion synthesizer that incorporates electro-acoustical engineering and physical modeling synthesis. It has a microphone that is housed under a standard 10-inch drum head and the drum head can be played with hands or sticks. The unit offers both traditional percussion sounds as well as futuristic ones.

     

  10. X5Melville, NY: Korg USA Inc.; 1995316 S Service Rd., Melville, NY 11740, 516-333-9100.
    Rec #: 1110
    Call Number: Updated 1996; information provided by publisher
    Notes: Cost: $1100.00
    Abstract:
    Weighing in at just over 10 pounds, the X5 is Korg's most copact, portable keyboard. The X5 offers a 61-note keyboard that is fully general MIDI compatible and has a built-in computer interface.