MOOG Subharmonicon

semi-modular analogue
polyrhythmic synthesizer Meet the Subharmonicon! Moog’s latest innovation is a semi-modular Polyrhythmic Analogue Synthesizer and the most recent addition to Moog’s famous semi-modular family. Featuring 2x VCO’s, 4x Subharmonic Generators, 2x sequencers and 4x Rhythm Generators, the Subharmonicon delivers a rich harmonic kaleidoscope that divides into itself until everything that is up becomes down!

Since the original's inception in 2018 as an ultra-limited edition build-it-yourself kit (limited to 120 units worldwide!), the Subharmonicon has been one of the most requested public releases from the Moog synthesizer community.

At a glance • Updated design of the highly sought after 2018 Moogfest Engineering Workshop Instrument.
• Use as a standalone synth with included +12V DC power supply or simply remove the front panel to install into any Eurorack system.
• Two 4-step sequencers capable of triggering polyrhythmic patterns
• 6-tone chord generation via two oscillators and four subharmonic oscillators
• 32 patch points with 3.5mm MIDI Input (MIDI Type A adapter included for converting DIN to 3.5mm)

32-point 3.5mm patchbay Animating Subharmonicon’s distinctive chord shapes is done through a polyrhythmic pair of 4-Step Sequencers. Each sequencer is clocked by any or all of four Rhythm Generators that output mathematical divisions of the master tempo. Layer multiple Rhythm Generators on top of each other to create complex polyrhythms and discover inspiring new patterns and styles. Delve into Subharmonicon’s dual Envelope Generators, Moog Ladder Filter, and analogue VCA to call up dynamic articulations ranging from lush pads and blurred edges to percussive plosives and ritualistic rhythms.

Although no patching is required to start creating, exploring Subharmonicon’s modular patchbay unlocks worlds of possibilities as you make novel connections and plug into new ideas. The 32-point 3.5mm patchbay can be patched into itself, expanding Subharmonicon’s onboard capabilities, or interfaced with Mother-32, DFAM, and other external Eurorack-compatible gear.

composed entirely on SubharmoniconElectronic music pioneer Suzanne Ciani and multidisciplinary visual artist Scott Kiernan invite you to reimagine conventional ideas of music, sound, and expression through a delicate balance of mystery and order in this experimental piece composed entirely with the new Moog Subharmonicon synthesizer and analog video synthesis techniques.

The film’s visuals and narration offer a deeper understanding of the instrument, drawing inspiration from the language and illustrations found in Bob Moog’s old copy of Joseph Schillinger’s book “The Mathematical Basis of the Arts.” Engage your imagination as the rhythmic ping-ponging of Ciani’s score meets Kiernan’s depiction of the evolving shapes, forms, and textures Subharmonicon’s sound creates.