Waldorf Iridium MK2 Desktop Synthesizer

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Embark on a sonic journey with the Waldorf Iridium MK2, an incredibly powerful desktop synthesizer with dynamic sound generation abilities.

Overview

Iridium Desktop MK2 - Based on the legendary multi-engine design of the Quantum and Iridium product line, this generation innovates even further, fitting perfectly into Waldorf's forward-looking synthesizer design philosophy. The MK2 features a new design and an upgraded CPU board with expanded RAM and flash storage, allowing for larger sample capacity and opening a whole new world of synthesis capabilities.

Features:

- More Memory, More Layers: With increased memory, up to 4 multi-timbral layers are now possible. In addition to layered and split modes, round-robin and random-robin modes allow the creation of rich, complex sonic landscapes, perfect for sound designers, sonic explorers, and cinematic artists.
- "Seeds": The Sixth Synthesis Sense: Extra RAM enables a sixth synthesis method per oscillator. Inspired by wavetable synthesis, in which each wavetable represents a timbral journey, Waldorf has found a way to base these timbral journeys not only on static waveforms but also to dynamically synthesize each waypoint from sub-oscillators called "Seeds".
- "Flavour" Knob: Introduced with Protein, it adds sonic liveliness via micro-variations in timing, timbre, pitch, and other parameters.
- Per-Note Parameter Locks (ft. Aphex Twin): As a new special feature resulting from a collaboration with Aphex Twin, each of 128 notes can have up to 16 individual parameter variations, including the synthesis mode of oscillators and effect parameters. Changes are saved per patch and… read more editable on a dedicated page.
- Compatible with the Waldorf Quantum synth engine

Specs

- Software: Waldorf Synthesis Platform OS 4.0 or later
- Oscillators:
- 3 Oscillators each capable of 6 synthesis modes:
- Wavetable
- Waveform
- Particle in Multi-Sampling and Granular mode with extended Sample RAM
- Resonator
- Kernels (up to 6 sub-oscillators which can be interlinked through FM, AM or Wavetable-position at audio rate)
- Seeds: Waypoint synthesis providing timbral journeys using sub-oscillators based on various methods like Ring Modulation, FM, Wavetable, Partials and various Noise/Dirt Types.
- Dual Stereo Filters per voice:
- True stereo path Dual Digital Filter with independent modes:
- 12/24dB LP/HP/BP in all combinations
- Nave, Largo, PPG, Quantum and StateVariable models
- Analyzer displayed in Filter view
- Filter curve animation when modulated (optional)
- Sophisticated filter routing options with modulatable panning and levels
- Digital Former:
- Filter models like State Variable, Raiser, Waldorf Nave, Largo and PPG in HP/LP/BP/Notch
- Comb filters, Bit-Crusher, various Drives, Ring-Modulation, Formant Filters
- Modulators:
- 6 Envelopes
- 6 LFOs
- Komplex Modulator (LFO/Envelope combination with user-definable shape and morphing)
- Per-Note-Parameter-Locks, allowing individual parameter variations per note inspired by
- Aphex Twin: 'Flavour' control for micro-variations in timing, pitch, and timbre
- Mod Matrix:
- 40 slots
- Fast assign mode
- One additional control amount per slot
- Identical Sources and Destinations can be used multiple times until the matrix is full
- Effects:
- 5 slots per layer
- Various parallel and sequential routing options
- Reverb, Delay, Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Drive, EQ, Compressor, Tremolo
- Performance Features:
- Advanced Arpeggiator
- New polyphonic Arpeggiator modes
- Step-sequencer with up to 64 steps for notes and parameters
- 4-silicon pad matrix with RGB backlights assignable to notes, scales or chords
- Favourites screen for quick patch recall
- XY control on touchscreen
- Wheels touchscreen for MIDI controls like mod wheel, pitch bend, aftertouch and velocity
- MPE capable
- Screen:
- Industrial-grade highly responsive touch screen with Brightness control
- 1024x600 pixels
- Voices:
- 16 voice polyphony
- Multi-Timbral with 4 layers
- Advanced multi-timbral modes such as round-robin and random-robin
- Mono, Legato and Unisono
- Patches:
- Over 1750 factory patches
- Capacity of 7000 patch memory slots (numbers 0000-9999 can be used)
- Patches from Quantum and other Iridium variants can be loaded and vice-versa
- Category filter for patch list
- 4 GB sample flash memory preloaded with 2 GB factory samples
- 'Mutator' patch randomizer
- Connections:
- Stereo Audio Out: 2x TS jacks
- Stereo Audio In: 2x TS jacks
- Headphones TRS output with level control
- DIN MIDI In, Out & Thru
- USB Type B (device) for MIDI connection to computer
- USB Type A (host) for storage media and MIDI devices
- MIDI 2.0 compatible
- MicroSD slot
- 4 high-resolution CV Inputs which can be used as modulation sources in the Mod-Matrix
- Analog clock In & Out with clock divider settings
- Analog gate and start inputs
- Kensington compatible lock
- Overall:
- Sturdy metal case with aluminum knobs
- Dimensions: 440 mm wide by 305 mm depth by 85 mm height (including controls)
- Weight: 4.8 kg
- VESA 75 recepticle on the bottom (mountable on monitor stand using the VESA standard)
- 19" rack assembly parts available
- External Power Supply: Input 100-240 V / AC 50-60 Hz, Output 12 V DC / 3 A
- Includes: Iridium Desktop MK2 Synthesizer, Power Supply, Printed Quick Start Guide