Waldorf Music Waldorf M16 – 16-Voice Wavetable Synthesizer with Analog Filters & VCAs

OVERVIEW

The Waldorf Music Waldorf M16 expands on the legacy of Waldorf’s iconic wavetable instruments by delivering enhanced polyphony alongside a powerful hybrid architecture. Building on the original design, the M16 comes equipped with a full 16 voices, offering greater depth, layering capability, and expressive performance for demanding studio and live applications.

At the core of the instrument are two wavetable oscillators per voice, each capable of operating in either Classic Microwave 1 mode or Modern Microwave II/XT mode. These distinct modes provide fundamentally different sonic behaviours – ranging from raw, digital textures to smoother, more refined timbres – allowing users to explore a vast spectrum of sound design possibilities. Combined with four-part multitimbrality, the M16 is capable of producing complex, evolving arrangements within a single unit.

Complementing its digital engine is a true analog signal path, featuring analog filters and VCAs that add warmth, depth, and musical character to every sound. Housed in a robust full-metal chassis and equipped with a high-resolution display and hands-on controls, the Waldorf M16 seamlessly merges vintage inspiration with modern workflow, making it a versatile powerhouse for professional producers and sound designers.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Expanded 16-Voice Polyphony

Enhanced voice count allows for richer layering, complex chords, and more expressive performances.

Dual Wavetable Modes

Switch between Classic Microwave 1 and Modern Microwave II/XT modes for distinct tonal characteristics.

Analog Filters & VCAs

True analog components add warmth, depth, and dynamic response to digital wavetable synthesis.

Four-Part Multitimbral Engine

Create layered sounds and multi-part arrangements within a single instrument.

Hands-On Interface

High-resolution display and intuitive encoders provide immediate control over deep synthesis parameters.

FEATURES

• 16-voice polyphonic wavetable synthesizer
• Four-part multitimbral architecture
• Two wavetable oscillators per voice
• Classic Microwave 1 and Modern Microwave II/XT oscillator modes
• Analog filters for tonal shaping
• Analog VCAs for dynamic response
• High-resolution graphic display
• Four endless encoders for real-time control
• Full-metal chassis construction
• Expanded voice architecture (8-voice extension pre-installed)
• Designed for advanced sound design and performance

TECHNICAL SPECS

Form Factor: Synthesizer with analog filters and VCAs

Synthesis Type: Wavetable

Polyphony: 16 voices

Multitimbrality: 4-part

Oscillators: 2 wavetable oscillators per voice

Oscillator Modes:

• Classic Microwave 1
• Modern Microwave II/XT

Display: High-resolution graphic display

Controls: Four endless encoders

Construction: Full-metal chassis

Package Dimensions:

• Width — 58 cm
• Depth — 40 cm
• Height — 18 cm