Future Retro Vectra Synthesizer
Introducing the Vectra, a revolutionary synthesizer that embodies both tradition and innovation, meticulously crafted for the discerning musician. Let’s delve deeper into its features:
- Oscillators: The Vectra boasts four digital oscillators, guaranteeing impeccable tuning stability. These oscillators can generate both virtual analog and digital waveforms. Key features include oscillator Sync, PWM, Phase Slice, Fade, independent glide times, constant beat detuning, and paraphonic voice modes. Additionally, they support FM, AM, and ring-modulation, supplemented with dedicated LFOs, envelopes, and VCAs. These specifications make the Vectra’s oscillators truly unparalleled.
- Sound Sources: In addition to the oscillators, Vectra provides white and pink noise sources, ensuring diverse soundscaping possibilities.
- Mixer: The unique four-channel mixer allows for a balanced mix of multiple sources, with manual joystick control, automated vector mixing, and mixer modulation capabilities.
- LFOs: Choose from over 500 waveforms with the five LFOs. Their versatility extends from sub-audio frequencies to audio ranges. They can sync, track keyboard notes, or even be frequency modulated, functioning as LFOs, complex envelopes, or even audio-rate oscillators.
- Envelopes: The six morphing envelopes are a game-changer. Each envelope supports a range of features, from initial Delay to Release, with ultra-precise timings. Notably, these envelopes can morph and modulate, providing two distinct values for each envelope stage.
- Filters: The analog multimode filter supports six primary types, with options to define self-resonance and mimic the unique EMS VCS filter modulation. It also tracks keyboard notes and has dedicated modulators.
- Analog VCA: Before the audio reaches you, it’s shaped by the analog VCA, which has its own dedicated morphing envelope.
Designed with inspiration from iconic synthesizers, the Vectra is not a mere imitation but a unique self-contained instrument. It spans a vast sonic range, from vintage analog tones to cutting-edge digital timbres, be it bass, leads, solos, percussion, or ambient sounds. With approximately 500 internal signal routings and 256 storable sound parameters, it’s like having a potent semi-modular synthesizer at your fingertips. Experience the future of sound with the Vectra!
Specifications
OSCILLATORS (1-4):
- Frequency Range: <0.01 Hz to 20.00 kHz
- Analog Modeled Waveforms: Sine, Triangle, Sawtooth, Square, Pulse Width Modulated
- Pulse Width Range: 1% to 99%
- Pulse Width Modulation Sources: Random1/2, Key1/2, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-Wheel, Stick X/Y, LFO, Envelope
- Digital Waveforms: 500
- Number of Digital Waveforms per Oscillator: 2
- Waveform Modulation Types: PWM, Slice, Fade
- Waveform Start: 0 to 255 samples
- Waveform Modulation Amount: 0 to 100
- Octave Range: -7 to +5
- Pitch Tuning: Semitones
- Fine Tuning: 128 steps per semitone
- Constant Beat Detuning: -/+5.00Hz
- Paraphonic Modes: 8 total
- Sync: Off/On, 0-360 degrees
- Glide Time per Oscillator: 0ms to 14.7 seconds
- Key Tracking: On/Off
OSCILLATOR FREQUENCY MODULATION (1-4):
- Modulation 1 Source: LFO
- Modulation 2 Source: Envelope
- Modulation 3: Random1/2, Key1/2, Velocity, Aftertouch, Mod-Wheel, Stick X/Y, Filter LFO, Filter Envelope, Amplifier Envelope
- Total Modulation Range: 0.5 to 10 octaves
- Individual Modulation Amounts: -99 to 100
LFO (1-4, Filter):
- Analog Modeled Waveforms: Sine, Triangle, Ramp, Sawtooth, Square, Random
- Digital Waveforms: 500
- Waveform Start: 0 to 255 samples
- Initial Frequency Range: 0.001 to 1001Hz (greater with key tracking and modulations)
- Fine Tuning: 128 steps per semitone
- Key Tracking: On/Off
- Sync: Off/On, 0-360 degrees
- Total Modulation Range: 1 to 10 octaves
- Modulation Amount: -99 to 100
ENVELOPES (1-4, Filter, Amplifier):
- Initial Envelope Stages: Delay, Attack, Hold, Decay, Sustain, Release, Repeat/Loop
- Modulated Envelope Stages: Delay, Attack, Hold, Decay, Sustain, Release, Repeat/Loop
- Normal Envelope Contours: 5
- One-Shot Envelope Contours: 4
- Looping: On/Off with repeat time
- Envelope Times per Stage: 0ms to 14.7 seconds
- Sustain Level: 0 to 100%
- Key Sync: on/off (retriggering)
- Attack Reset: Off/On
MIXER:
- Channels: 4
- Audio Sources: Oscillator (1-4), Oscillator (1-4) controlled by Envelope (1-4), Oscillator (1-4) controlled by LFO (1-4), Ring-Modulation of Osc 1&2, Osc 2&3, Osc 3&4, Osc 4&1, White-Noise, Pink-Noise
- Mixer Types: Manual, Envelope, One-Shot, Key-Synced, Free-Running, Modulated
- Automix X:Y Location Stages: 4
- Mod Mix X:Y Location Stages: 2
- Mod Mix Amount: 0 to 100
- Output Gain: 1.00x to 5.00x
ANALOG FILTER:
- Primary Filter Types: 4p low-pass, 2p low-pass, 1p low-pass, 2p band-pass, 2p high-pass, 2p notch
- Filter Frequency Range: approximately 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Resonance: 0 to 100
- Key Tracking: Off/On
- Individual Modulation Amounts: -99 to 100
ANALOG AMPLIFIER:
- Additional Envelope Type: Drone
KEYBOARD / SEQUENCER:
- Keys: 29
- Scales: 29
- Linear Transpose: -12 to +16
- Scale Transpose: -12 to +16 notes
- Octave Reiterations: -3 to +3
- Tempo: 10 to 250 BPM
- Swing: 50% to 75%
- Sequencer Modes: Play, Arpeggiate, Fill, Edit, Real-time, Auto
- Max Steps per Sequence: 16
- Time Signatures: 1-4, 2-4, 3-4, 4-4, 6-4, 8-4
- Directions: Down, Up/Down, Up, Random, (plus 25 complex directions)
- Loop Point: 1 to 16 steps
MEMORY:
- Max Number of Sounds and Sequences: 999
- Global Parameters Saved: Output level, MIDI Channel, Fine Tuning, Screen Saver Time, Last File
MIDI:
- Channels: 1-16
- MIDI Messages Supported: Note-Pitch, Note-On/Off, Velocity, Aftertouch, Pitch-Bend, Mod-Wheel, MIDI Sync: Clock, Start, Stop
OTHER:
- Input/output: 15V DC input, MIDI (IN/THRU/OUT), 1/4” unbalanced Audio Out
- Unit Dimensions: (width) 18.25” x (depth) 11.0” x (height) 3.5”
- Unit Weight: 5.0 lbs
- Power: 15V DC (center-pin positive) rated at 1 Amp current.
Experience unmatched creativity and sound with our state-of-the-art synthesizer, engineered for the true audiophile. Whether you are a professional or an enthusiast, this synthesizer will surely elevate your musical journey.