Full Description

Classic sounds with early digital synthesis

Rediscover the iconic sounds of the 80s with WAVE’s digital wavetable synthesis. Featuring 30 factory wavetables and space for 64 user-defined ones, it’s perfect for crafting the uniquely characterful yet flexible tones of early digital synthesizers. Authentic 8 or 16-bit wavetable resolution brings a vintage feel and slightly degraded lo-fi sound that pairs incredibly well with the authentically analog VCF and VCA. Meanwhile, advanced oscillator modes and manual wavetable control provide precision over your soundscapes. Whether you’re layering or tweaking, the possibilities are endless.

Eight voices, infinite flexibility

Enjoy unmatched versatility with WAVE’s 8 voices, configurable in split, layer, and unison modes. This flexibility lets you layer sounds for complex textures or focus on monophonic power. Each voice has individual outputs, giving you detailed control over your mix. Perfect for both live performances and intricate studio setups.

Expressive playability at your fingertips

Designed for expressive musicians, the WAVE features 49 full-size keys with velocity sensitivity and aftertouch. Adjust parameters like filter cutoff or modulation depth dynamically, responding to your playing intensity. Polyphonic portamento adds smooth, gliding transitions, letting you shape your performance to perfection.

Performance-ready with built-in tools

The WAVE includes a polyphonic sequencer and dual arpeggiators, giving you hands-on control for live and studio use. Explore play modes like up, down, and random, or fine-tune your sequences with precision. With connectivity options like CV/Gate, MIDI, and expression pedal support, it integrates seamlessly into any setup.

Features

• Hybrid wavetable synthesizer recreating classic tones of early digital synthesis
• Eight-voice polyphony with bi-timbral split, layer, and unison modes
• Digital oscillators with analog filter and VCA in signal path for deep hybrid character
• Wavetable oscillators with selectable 8-bit and 16-bit resolution for authentic vintage sound
• 30 factory wavetables for instant sound generation
• 64 user-defined and importable wavetables, 64 waveforms with 32 individual transients
• SynthTribe computer connectivity allows for user wavetable and transient importing
• 200 user presets with polyphonic sequence per program
• Manual wavetable control with crossfading for smooth, evolving sounds
• Two ADSR envelopes for adjusting filter, amplifier, and wavetable position with additional AD modulation envelope for wavetable position or oscillator pitch
• Single LFO with a range of modulation capabilities: filter cutoff, resonance, oscillator pitch, and wavetable position
• Built-in polyphonic sequencer programmable per preset for instant song performances and studio tweaking
• Dual arpeggiator with up, down, up-down, and random modes
• 49 full-sized keys with velocity, aftertouch, and polyphonic portamento
• Stereo width control allows for a broad, dynamic and moving stereo field with control over each voice
• Individual audio outputs for each voice allowing for individual processing
• CV/Gate and Sync In/Out connectivity allows for control and pairing with external gear
• Support for expression and sustain pedals to achieve extra expression in playing
• Complete MIDI integration for use in any studio

Specifications

• Product Code: WAVE
• Synthesizer Architecture:
  • Type: Hybrid
  • Number Of Voices: 8
  • Type Of Oscillators: Wavetable
  • Number Of Oscillators: 16
  • Filter: 24 dB Lowpass
• Connectivity:
  • USB (MIDI): USB 2.0, Type B
  • MIDI In/Out/Thru: 5-Pin DIN/16 Channels
  • Main Output: 2 x 6.35 mm (1/4″) TS, Unbalanced, Max. +22 dBu
  • Impedance: 50 Ω
  • Channel Out: 8 x 6.35 mm (1/4″) TS, Unbalanced, Max. +22 dBu
  • Headphones: 1/4″ TRS, Stereo, Max 25 mW
  • Impedance: 8 Ω
  • Sync In: 6.35 mm (1/4″) TRS
  • Sync Out: 6.35 mm (1/4″) TRS
  • CV In: 6.35 mm (1/4″) TS
  • Gate In: 6.35 mm (1/4″) TS
  • Expression Pedal: 6.35 mm (1/4″) TRS – Voltage Send On Tip
  • Sustain Pedal: 6.35 mm (1/4″) TS
• USB:
  • Type: Class Compliant USB 2.0, Type B
  • Supported Operating Systems: Windows 7 Or Higher/Mac OS X 10.10 Or Higher
• Keyboard And Controls:
  • Keyboard: 49 Semi-Weighted, Full-Size Keys, Velocity And Aftertouch
  • Wheels: Pitch, Modulation
  • Controls: Octave Down / Up
  • LED: Octave -2/-1/0/1
• Volume Section:
  • Controls: Basis (Mono To Stereo), Master Volume
• LFO Section:
  • Controls: Delay, Waveshape: Triangle, Sawtooth, Ramp, Square, Rate
• ADSR Envelope 1 Section:
  • Controls: Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release
• Modifiers Section:
  • Controls: VCF Cutoff, VCF Emphasis, Waves Osc, Waves Sub
• AD Envelope 3 Section:
  • Controls: Attack 3, Decay 3, Env 3 Att
• ADSR Envelope 2 Section:
  • Controls: Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release
• Modifiers Controls:
  • Controls: ENV 1 VCF, ENV 2 Loudness, ENV 1 Waves
• Display And Controls:
  • Buttons: Program, Digital, Tuning, Analog, Group, Shift, Rest/Tie (Settings), Record (Append), Stop (Clear Last), Play/Pause (Restart)
  • Numeric Keypad: 0-9, Cursor Left, Cursor Right
  • Digital Encoder: Data Entry Encoder (Press To Enter)
  • Main Display: 2 x Line, 40-Digit LCD Display
  • Secondary Display: 2.5 cm x 1.5 cm OLED
  • LED: Group A / B
• Power Requirements:
  • Mains Connector: Standard IEC C13 Receptacle
  • Power Consumption: 20 W Max
  • Internal Switch-Mode PSU: Autorange 100-240 V, (50/60 Hz)
• Physical:
  • Standard Operating Temperature Range: 5°C – 45°C (41°F – 113°F)
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 112 x 796 x 257 mm (4.01 x 31.34 x 10.12″)
  • Weight: 7.26 kg (16.0 lbs)