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The Power Duo: Synclavier REGEN & KNOB Bring Vintage Innovation to Modern Sound Design
Apr
The Power Duo: Synclavier REGEN & KNOB Bring Vintage Innovation to Modern Sound Design
In the ever-evolving world of synthesizers, few names carry as much legendary weight as Synclavier – a pioneer of digital synthesis since the 1980s. Today, that legacy is reborn and reimagined with the Synclavier Music REGEN desktop synthesizer and its ultimate sidekick, the Synclavier Music KNOB. Together, they deliver a hands-on, intuitive workflow that seamlessly blends the best of vintage technology with today’s creative demands.
INSTRUMENTS
REGEN: A Modern Synthesizer Rooted in History
At its core, the Synclavier REGEN is a digital FM powerhouse built on the DSP engine of the original Synclavier II—only now, enhanced for a modern, portable desktop format. Whether you’re composing film scores, designing intricate soundscapes, or building wild new tones from scratch, REGEN offers immense creative control.
With additive, subtractive, and sample-based synthesis available across up to 12 partials per patch, REGEN opens the door to deep sound design possibilities. Add over 550 factory presets, 2000+ royalty-free samples, MPE support, multi-effects per track, and a dual high-resolution display – this synth is a dream machine for sonic explorers.
KNOB: The Tactile Interface You Didn’t Know You Needed
While REGEN’s touch interface is fluid and futuristic, the optional Synclavier KNOB takes things to another level – especially for purists and those who value tactile feedback in their workflow. Inspired by the original Synclavier II rate-of-change dial, this 2-inch aluminum control wheel is precision-milled, spring-balanced, and designed for expressive parameter control.
When mounted to your REGEN (mounting bracket included), the KNOB offers a deeply satisfying, muscle-memory-driven interface. It keeps your creative flow uninterrupted, allowing you to tweak settings by feel, not menus. The software interface and hysteresis algorithm are taken directly from the original Synclavier II, offering vintage authenticity with modern functionality.
Made for Each Other – Designed for You
Individually, REGEN and the KNOB are impressive tools. But together? They’re a match made in synth heaven. Whether you’re in the studio or on the road, this pairing gives you a compact, rugged, and truly expressive digital synthesizer experience unlike any other on the market.
Whether you’re a longtime fan of Synclavier’s rich heritage or just discovering its cutting-edge capabilities, the REGEN and KNOB combo puts creative power at your fingertips – literally.