Sequential - 'Prophet Rev2 Desktop' 16-Voice Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer
Sequential - 'Prophet Rev2 Desktop' 16-Voice Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer, Waveshape modulation, 16 voices
16-Voice Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer
Sequential - 'Prophet Rev2 Desktop'
A Reinvented Modern ClassicThe Prophet Rev2 Desktop module is just as powerful and easy to use as its counterpart, the Prophet Rev2 keyboard. The module has the same controls with the same the same ease of use as the keyboard version. Best of all, it sounds just as awesome, because it’s exactly the same on the inside — Dave Smith’s reimagining of his now-classic Prophet ’08 poly synth.
The Prophet Rev2 Desktop includes all the key features of the Prophet ’08 but taken up a notch. With twice the polyphony, twice the mod matrix, waveshape modulation on all waveforms, digital effects per layer in stacked or split voice mode, a polyphonic step sequencer per layer, and more.
The result is a powerful true analog monster. You can also download any of the wide range of existing libraries found in the Prophet ’08 sounds which will sound identical, then you can enhance them with the new features of the Rev2 Desktop.
512User Programs
2 Per VoiceOscillators
512Factory Programs
Amazing Features
• Waveshape modulation allows you to alter the pulse width for any of the four waveforms
• You can manually dial your ideal waveshape width or use an LFO or other mod source
• Multiple Effects built in, including reverb, delays, chorus, phase shifter, ring modulation, and distortion
• Create up to 4 different sequences for diverse modulation
16-Voice Polyphony
Huge Tones & TexturesYou get 16 voices to play with and the ability to allocate them as you like. Play two handed chords and stack two 16-voice sounds for huge, complex textures.
An 8-voice version is also available where you can split the controller into two completely individual 8-voice instruments, which can later be expanded to 16-voices with the Expander Kit if you wish.
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Big Bold Sounds
Classic FiltersThe bold, punchy sound of the Prophet Rev2 Desktop comes from its 2/4 pole, low-pass, resonant Curtis filters per voice.
The same filters are used in the Prophet ’08 and in many of the classic instruments of the 70’s and 80’s.
A separate Audio Mod control gives additional harmonic complexity and movement.
Waveshape Modulation
Powerful & UniqueOne of the new features of the Prophet Rev2 Desktop is the powerful and unique waveshape modulation. This allows you edit the “pulse width” of any of the four waveforms (sawtooth, saw+tri, triangle, square).
You can manually create a desired waveshape width using the Shape Mod control or use an LFO or other mod source for continuously shifting timbre.
Single-oscillator sounds also take on new depth and dimension. The tonal possibilities of the Rev2 Desktop are immense.
Effects Per Layer
Additional CharacteristicsThe effects section gives you reverb, delays (standard and BBD), chorus, phase shifter, ring modulation, and distortion.
In stacked or split voice mode, you can add a different effect to each layer. Effects parameters can be modulated using the Mod Matrix.
Poly Step Sequencing
Complex ModulationThe polyphonic step sequencer delivers up to 64 steps and up to 6 notes per step. You can make a different sequence for each layer when you are working in stacked or split voice mode. This makes it an incredibly powerful tool for composition or performance.
The sequencer also works as a modulation source in gated mode, which allows you to create up to 4 different 16-step sequences for complex modulation. Sequences allow ties and rests, and can sync to an external MIDI clock. The arpeggiator features note repeats, re-latching, and can also be synced to external MIDI clock.
Extended Mod Matrix
Now Twice As BigLike the one found in its predecessor, the Prophet Rev2 Desktop includes an easy-to-assign Mod Matrix, which is now twice as big, with 8 individual slots and many more sources/destinations. Providing endless amounts of fun for any sound designer.
Per-Knob Programmability
Instant AccessThe knob-per-function front panel gives you instant access to Prophet Rev2 functions. Included are 512 permanent factory programs and 512 rewritable user programs.
Eminently Playable
Perfect Live Or In The StudioAll of this polyphonic tone is built into a compact desktop module with an integrated power supply, USB support, and a crisp OLED display. Ideal for gigging or recording, it’s a unique analog powerhouse.
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The Tech Spec
| Features | Specification | Oscillators | 2 digitally controlled analog oscillators (DCOs) per voice (plus sub octave on oscillator 1) with selectable sawtooth, triangle, saw/triangle mix, and pulse waves (with pulse-width modulation) Glide (portamento): separate rates per oscillator White noise generator Analog VCAs Hard sync |
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| Filters | 1 analog Curtis low-pass filter per voice, selectable 2- and 4-pole operation (self-resonating in 4-pole mode) |
| Envelopes | 3 envelope generators: filter, VCA, and assignable (four-stage ADSR + delay); Envelope 3 can loop |
| Sequencer | Polyphonic step sequencer with up to 64 steps (6 notes per step), and ties and rests. Separate 16 x 4 gated step sequencer. Each layer can have a separate sequence |
| LFOs | 4 LFO’s with key sync per LFO |
| Modulation | 8-slot modulation matrix 22 sources 53 destinations 5 additional dedicated sources: pressure, velocity, breath controller, footswitch |
| Arpeggiator | Programmable arpeggiator with up, down, up+down, random, assign modes Selectable note value: 16th note, 8th note triplet, 8th note, dotted 8th note, quarter note One, two, or three octave range Re-latching arpeggiation Note repeat |
| Controls | 55 knobs and 35 buttons enable deep and comprehensive editing with little to no menu diving |
| Memory | 512 Factory Programs (4 banks of 128) and 512 fully editable User Programs with 2 layers (2 separate sounds) in each Program |
| In/Out | MIDI In, Out, Thru Main stereo audio output: 1/4″ unbalanced Output B stereo audio output: 1/4″ unbalanced Sustain pedal input: accepts normally on or normally off momentary footswitch Pedal/CV input: responds to expression pedals or control voltages ranging from 0 to 5 VDC (protected against higher or negative voltages) Headphone output: 1/4″ stereo phone jack |
| Power | IEC AC power inlet for internal power supply Operates worldwide on voltages between 100 and 240 volts at 50 to 60 Hz Power consumption: 22 watts maximum (17 watts for 8-voice configuration; 22 watts for 16-voice configuration) |
| Physical Specs | Oiled African mahogany wood end panels Dimensions: 7.9″ (20 cm) W x 21.6″ (54.8 cm) L x 3.3″ (8.4 cm) H Weight: 7.5 lbs. (3.4 kg) |
