Sequential Prophet REV 2 Analog 8-Voice Module Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer (Dave Smith Instruments)

The Dave Smith Instruments Prophet Rev2 8-Voice Desktop, is identical in terms of internal circuitry, to the Prophet Rev2 8-Voice Keyboard. Get all the key features of the Prophet ’08, 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 true analog powerhouse!

FEATURES

You can download any of the many existing libraries of Prophet ’08 sounds and they will not only sound identical but can be enhanced with the new features.

• Bold Sound

• The Prophet Rev2 gets its bold, punchy sound from its 2/4 pole, low-pass, resonant Curtis filters per voice. These are the same filters used not only in the Prophet ’08, but in many classic instruments of the 70’s and 80’s. A separate Audio Mod control adds additional harmonic complexity and movement.

• Waveshape Modulation

• A powerful new feature unique to the Prophet Rev2 is waveshape modulation. You can now vary the “pulse width” of any of the four waveforms (sawtooth, saw+tri, triangle, square). Using the Shape Mod control, you can manually dial in a desired waveshape width or use an LFO or other mod source for continuously shifting timbre. Even single-oscillator sounds take on new depth and dimension. The tonal possibilities are vast.

• Effects Per Layer

• The effects section provides reverb, delays (standard and BBD), chorus, phase shifter, ring modulation, and distortion. In stacked or split voice mode, you can apply a different effect to each layer. Effects parameters can be modulated through the Mod Matrix.

• Extended Mod Matrix

• Also present from its predecessor is an easy-to-assign Mod Matrix, now twice as big, with 8 individual slots and many more sources/destinations. It’s a veritable sound designer’s playground.

• Poly Step Sequencing

• The polyphonic step sequencer allows up to 64 steps and up to 6 notes per step. You can create a different sequence for each layer when you are working in stacked or split voice mode, making it a powerful tool for composition or performance. The sequencer also functions as a modulation source in gated mode, allowing 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 be synced to external MIDI clock, as well.

• Per-Knob Programmability

• The knob-per-function front panel offers instant access to Prophet Rev2 functions. Included are 512 permanent factory programs and 512 rewritable user programs.

• Eminently Playable

• All of this polyphonic muscle is packed into a compact desktop module with an integrated power supply, USB support, and a crisp OLED display. Whether you’re gigging or recording, it’s an analog powerhouse like no other.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• 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

• 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: mod wheel, 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: 17 watts for 8-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)