Moog Grandmother

The Grandmother is an analog semi modular, 32 key synthesizer[4] released by Moog Music Inc. incorporating circuits based on the Moog modular synthesizer Model 15, and the Minimoog.

Grandmother
Moog Grandmother
ManufacturerMoog Music Inc.
Dates2018[1]
Price£879.00
$899.00[2]
Technical specifications
PolyphonyMonophonic
Oscillator2 Analogue Oscillators
LFO3rd Analog Oscillator with knob range 0.1Hz-1.3kHz, range can be extended via patching
Synthesis typeAnalogue
Filter4-Pole 10Hz-20kHz Ladder filter Patchable 1-Pole High-pass filter,
AttenuatorAnalog ADSR Envelope Generator, KB Release Envelope Generator
Aftertouch expressionNo
Velocity expressionYes patchable from 3.5mm jack
Storage memory3 sequences, 256 notes each
EffectsHardware Spring Reverb
Input/output
Keyboard32 Fatar keyboard[3]
Left-hand controlPitch Wheel, Modulation Wheel, Arpeggiator, Sequencer, and Octave tact switch controls
External controlDIN MIDI In, Out, Thru, USB MIDI, 22 CV/Audio Inputs

The Grandmother allows people of any skill level to get involved with analogue synthesis. It requires no patching experience.[5] It features a built-in arpeggiator, sequencer and hardware spring reverb. It also features a reconfigurable front panel,[6] and is controllable via MIDI.[7] There are 41 individual patch points for sound programming, which allows the user the ability to customise their patches even further.[8]

Inputs

There is a 1/4” audio input for guitars, drum machines etc. All modules have 3.5mm Audio and CV inputs for patching.

Sounds

The synthesizer is capable of producing highly complex sounds[9] and modulation. It features sounds such as: basses, kick drums, lead sounds and sound effects.[10]

See also

Notes
  1. "Moog Debuts Grandmother Analog Synth". KeyboardMag. Retrieved 2018-07-26.
  2. "Moog's Grandmother is a retro-inspired synth for all skill levels". Engadget. Retrieved 2018-07-26.
  3. "Moog debut semi-modular Grandmother synth |". www.soundonsound.com. Retrieved 2018-07-26.
  4. "Introducing the sub-$1000 Moog Grandmother - Attack Magazine". Attack Magazine. 2018-05-14. Retrieved 2018-07-26.
  5. "Moog debut semi-modular Grandmother synth |". www.soundonsound.com. Retrieved 2018-07-26.
  6. "Moog Grandmother | The Inventory". The Inventory. Retrieved 2018-07-26.
  7. "Moog Grandmother". soundium.lt (in Lithuanian). Retrieved 2018-07-26.
  8. "Check out Moog's retro-styled semi-modular Grandmother synth". MusicTech. 2018-05-15. Retrieved 2018-07-26.
  9. "Moog Grandmother | The Inventory". The Inventory. Retrieved 2018-07-26.
  10. "Moog Grandmother review". MusicRadar. Retrieved 2018-07-26.

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