Waldorf QUANTUM-MK2 Digital Hybrid Synthesizer with Analog and Multitouch Display

The Waldorf QUANTUM-MK2 Digital Hybrid Synthesizer with Analog and Multitouch Display is designed for musicians, producers, and sound designers looking for a powerful hybrid synthesizer. The Quantum MKII is the company’s flagship polyphonic analog/digital hybrid synthesizer, combining the raw power of classic digital and analog synthesis with futuristic sounds only possible with today’s intensely programmable soft-synths. Its sleek, accessible interface features a multitouch display with an on-screen spectrum analyzer and oscilloscope for deep, visualized editing.

The MKII introduces several upgrades, including a new FATAR TP/8SK keyboard with 61 semiweighted keys and polyphonic aftertouch, plus a new Kernel synthesis algorithm offering a wide range of possibilities from classic 6-operator FM to innovative audio-rate wavetable modulation. Expanded sample storage memory (59GB) further enhances its creative potential.

The instrument offers 8 voices with analog filter, up to 16 voices with digital filters. Each voice utilizes three digital oscillators and two analog filters. For even more versatility, the voices can be split or layered multitimbrally between two parts, while the two sets of stereo outputs (main and aux) were designed specifically for use in multitimbral mode. Additionally, there are five master effect slots for each timbre, providing the full breadth of sound design options. Each oscillator is capable of five synthesis algorithms including Wavetable, Waveform, Particle, and Resonator, and Kernel. What's more, the instrument can generate custom wavetables using audio that can either be routed into the Quantum’s audio input or loaded from the internal memory or removable sample memory.

The Quantum MKII has a massive modulation section with six LFOs, six multistage envelopes that are loopable, an onscreen step sequencer, an arpeggiator, and a chord play mode with hold and latch. Additional features include an SD-card slot for importing and exporting samples and sounds, and performing software updates. Also onboard is a USB-B computer connector and a USB-A controller connector for further expansion and control. The Quantum has an integrated power supply unit and includes a standard IEC power cord.

Product Description:

Analog/Digital: Hybrid

Number of Keys: 61

Type of Keys: Semi-weighted

Aftertouch: Yes

Velocity Sensitive: Yes

Pads: 16 x Onscreen Pads

Polyphony: 16-voice

Oscillators: 3 x Digital Oscillators

LFO: 6 x LFO (polyphonic/global mode)

Filter: 8 x Analog, 8 x Multi-mode

Envelope Generator: 6 x Loopable

Effects Types: Phaser, Flanger, Chorus, Reverb, Drive, EQ

Sequencer: 32 step Sequencer

Sampling: Yes

Audio Recording: Real time

Audio Playback: WAV, AIFF/AIFC

Memory: 59GM

Storage: Internal Flash, SD Card Slot

Audio Inputs: 2 x 1/4" (aux)

Audio Outputs: 4 x 1/4" (main, aux)

Headphones: 1 x 1/4" TRS

USB: 1 x Type B, 1 x Type A

MIDI I/O: In/Out/Thru/USB

Pedal Inputs: 2 x 1/4" (sustain, control)

Mod Matrix: 40 Slots

Waveforms: square, sawtooth, triangle, sine, wavetables, samples

Number of Presets: 4 GB (presets and wavetables), 59GB (samples)

Power Source: Standard IEC AC cable

Other Controllers: 2 x Mod Wheels, Chord and Latch Buttons

Shipping Weight: 39 lbs.

Shipping Dimensions (LxWxH): 44 x 22 x 9"