MOOG RME Details
Pictured above with Rack Rails
INTRODUCING VOYAGER V3.0
Moog Music is pleased to announce a significant enhancement to their Voyager synthesizer line - Version 3.0 (V3.0). This enhancement requires an upgrade to both your Voyager hardware as well as the new V3.0 software. V3.0 adds the following capabilities to the Voyager:
· V3.0 extends the current single Bank of 128 Presets to 7 Banks of 128 Presets for a total of 896 user accessible presets: 768 will be pre-loaded with factory presets (still user-accessible) and 128 blank, user-definable.
· The External Mixer knob (just right of the display panel) has a dual function that allows you to rapidly change presets as opposed to continuously punching the cursor buttons.
· MIDI Enhancements (allow better interface with older MIDI gear):
· Allows you to send either 7 or 14 bit resolution from the Control Wheels
·Optionally reduces the amount of MIDI data being sent from the Touch Surface.
The MiniMoog Voyager is now available in a new 19" Rack Mount Edition. The Rack Mount Edition (RME) is five units high and, with optional wood sides, doubles as a tabletop synth. The backlit front panel includes all of the front panel controls of the Voyager (with the exception of the touch surface). Presets from the Voyager are useable in the Rack Mount Edition. Multiple RMEs can be chained together with MIDI to achieve polyphony.
The RME's rear panel delivers all of the same input/output resources that are available on the Voyager via its MIDI IN, THRU, and OUT connectors, four audio input and output jacks, and two accessory port connectors. The output accessory port connects the RME's 21 control and gate outputs to the VX-351 Voyager CV Output Expander, while the input accessory port connects the 18 control and gate inputs to the VX-352 Voyager CV Input Expander (available soon).
The RME features audio outputs that are switchable between -2dBm unbalanced (musical instrument) and +4dBm balanced 600 Ohm (professional audio) configurations.
The MINIMOOG® VOYAGER Synthesizer is a monophonic (one note at a time) analog performance synthesizer. It incorporates virtually all of the sound resources and functions of the original Model D Minimoog, which was produced by Moog Music, Inc. from 1970 to 1982. It has many new additional features, including a three dimensional touch surface, MIDI IN and MIDI OUT implementation, extensive patching facilities, and a large number of new panel features.
The signal path starts with a bank of three wide-range, high-stability voltage controlled oscillators, one noise source, and one audio preamplifier for externally-applied audio signals. The sound modifiers are two Moog filters and one stereo VCA (Voltage Controlled Amplifier). Modulation sources are two ADSR (Attack Decay Sustain Release) envelope generators and one multiwaveform LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator).Control devices include a 44-key keyboard with velocity and afterpressure outputs, pitch bend and modulation wheels, a three dimensional touch surface, and many control/pedal input jacks.
The MINIMOOG® VOYAGER has a hinged, multi-position panel and a solid hardwood cabinet. The power supply accepts any power voltage from 100 volts to 240 volts.
Oscillators Module
Three wide-range, high stability VCO's (Voltage Controlled Oscillators) with continuously-variable waveforms.
* FREQUENCY controls (2) vary the frequencies of Oscillators #2 and #3 over a +/-7 semitone range with respect to Oscillator #1.
* OCTAVE selectors (3) set the frequency ranges of the oscillators in six octave steps.
* WAVE controls (3) provide continuous control over the waveforms of the oscillators, from triangular, to sawtooth, to square, to narrow rectangular.
* 1-2 SYNC switch synchronizes the Oscillator #2 waveform to the frequency of Oscillator #1, for dramatic timbral effects.
* 3-1 FM switch provides linear frequency modulation of Oscillator #1 by Oscillator #3.
* 3 KB CONT switch disconnects Oscillator #3 from control by the keyboard, thereby enabling it to function as a drone.
* 3 FREQ switch lowers the frequency of Oscillator #3 into the sub-audio range, thereby enabling it to function as a low frequency audio or modulating oscillator.
Mixer Module
Five-input mixer for combining the audio sources prior to filtering.
* Input Level controls (5) adjust the relative levels of the oscillator, noise, and external audio input signals.
* Input switches (5) enable the player to quickly switch individual audio signals in and out.
* External Level LED enables the player to set the correct external audio signal level.
Filters Module
Dual mode filter module includes dual lowpass and highpass-lowpass filtering. Dual lowpass mode consists of two Moog lowpass-resonant filters in parallel, one per output channel. Highpass-lowpass mode consists of Moog lowpass filter in series with a highpass filter.
* CUTOFF control sweeps the frequencies of both filters throughout the audio range.
* SPACING control sets the spacing between the frequencies of the two filters, over a +/-3 octave range.
* RESONANCE control adjusts the resonance of both filters, from none (pure lowpass response) to filter oscillation.
* KB CONT AMOUNT control sets how much the filters open and close as the player presses different keys on the keyboard.
* Dual Lowpass/Highpass-Lowpass switch selects between dual lowpass operation or highpass-lowpass operation.
Envelopes Module
The Envelopes Module generates two wide-range ADSR (Attack Decay Sustain Release) envelopes. The Filter Envelope sweeps the filter and is available for modulation shaping. The Volume Envelope shapes the overall volume.
* ATTACK controls (2) determine the attack times of the envelopes.
* DECAY controls (2) determine the decay time constants of the envelopes.
* SUSTAIN controls (2) determine the sustain levels of the envelopes.
* RELEASE controls (2) determine the release time constants of the envelopes.
* AMOUNT TO FILTER control determines how much the filter envelope will open and close the filter, from full negative (inverted envelope) to full positive (non-inverted envelope).
* ENVELOPE GATE SWITCH selects whether the envelopes will be triggered by the keyboard, on , or by an externally-applied gate.
LFO Module
Low Frequency Oscillator generates triangular, square, Sample & Hold, and smoothed Sample & Hold waveforms for use as modulating signals.
* RATE control sets the LFO rate over the range 0.2 Hz (one cycle every five seconds) to 50 Hz (fifty times a second).
* SYNC selector selects LFO synchronization source to be from the keyboard gate, external envelope gate, external gate, or off (no synchronization).
* RATE LED provides visual indication of the LFO rate.
Modulation Busses Module
Selects the sources, destinations, and shaping signals for the MOD WHEEL bus and the EXT PEDAL/ON bus.
* SOURCE selectors (2) selects the modulation source from the LFO triangle or square waveforms, Oscillator# 3, sample and hold, the external modulation input (MOD2) or noise.
* DESTINATION selectors (2) selects the modulation destination from all the audio oscillators, just Oscillator #2, just Oscillator #3, the filter cutoff frequencies, the oscillator waveforms, or LFO Rate.
* SHAPING selectors (2) selects the key pressure signal, filter envelope, note-on velocity or on to shape the modulation signal on that bus.
* AMOUNT controls (2) sets the overall modulation amount for each bus.
Output Module
* MASTER VOLUME control sets the overall level of the instrument’s audio outputs.
* HEADPHONE VOLUME control sets the overall level of the headphone output.
* HEADPHONES jack: 1/4” tip-ring-sleeve phone jack for regular headphones.
Glide and Fine Tune Module
* GLIDE varies the speed at which the keyboard voltage changes, from instantaneous to several seconds.
* FINE TUNE adjusts the overall tuning of the instrument.
V 1.5 Software Capabilities
Voyager Software developed by Rudi Linhard of Lintronics.
Rudi is also responsible for the software development of the LAMM (Lintronics Advanced Memorymoog); the LMC (Lintronics MIDI Converter for minimoog and other vintager analog synthesizers); and the Ethervox MIDI theremin.
Lintronics website is www.lintronics.biz
* FRONT PANEL STORAGE AND RECALL: Except for the Fine Tuning control, the settings of all front panel controls, selectors, and switches are stored in the nonvolatile digital memory. A total of one hundred twenty eight front panel presets may be stored for instant recall.
* TRANSMISSION AND RECEPTION OF KEYBOARD DATA VIA MIDI: Polyphonic note-on and note-off with velocity can be transmitted (Note numbers 53-96).The Voyager responds to note-on (0-127) messages monophonically user defineable note priority. The Voyager's Front Panel Controls respond to MIDI CCs.
* UPLOADING AND DOWNLOADING OF BANKS OF SETTINGS VIA MIDI: Program banks may be uploaded and downloaded via MIDI System Exclusive. Individual Presets may also be transferred by this method.
* UPDATING OF OPERATING SOFTWARE VIA MIDI: The instrument's operating software can be updated via MIDI files (.syx Sysex files) which will be available on Moog Music's web site in the Support Docs and Software section.
Player Control Interfaces
* 44 KEY KEYBOARD produces Pitch, Gate, Velocity, and Pressure control outputs.
* WHEELS: Pitch Wheel bends pitch over a range of up to +/-1 octave. Mod wheel controls the gain of the MOD WHEEL bus.
* GLIDE and RELEASE switches provide real-time on-off control over the glide and release functions.
* THREE DIMENSIONALTOUCH SURFACE provides three continuously-variable control signals which are derived from the up-down and left-right position of the player's finger, and the amount of area with which the player makes contact to the surface.
Rear Jack Panel
Listed below:
Pedal/Control Inputs
These ten jacks have red nuts. They accept either expression pedals or control voltages, and control the following performance parameters:
* VOLUME
* PAN
* FILTER CUTOFF
* WAVEFORM
* PITCH
* MOD2 - EXTERNAL MODULATION SOURCE
* MOD1 - EXTERNAL CONTROL OF THE PEDAL MOD. BUS
* SAMPLE AND HOLD IN
* ENVELOPES RATE
* LFO RATE
Accessory Port
The Accessory port delivers
the Control Voltage and gate
signals generated inside the Voyager to a standard DB-25
connector. This is designed for use with the VX-351 Voyager CV Expander.
LFO Sync
A footswitch or gateapplied to this input will reset the LFO waveform to the beginning of its cycle.
Envelopes Gate
A footswitch or gate applied to this input will start the envelopes.
Sample and Hold Gate
A gate signal applied to this jack will trigger a new sample and hold voltage.
Release
foot switch plugged into this jack will have the same effect as depressing the corresponding switch on the left hand controller panel.
Mixer Ext In
Plug any instrument-level or line-level audio signal in this jack to combine with the oscillator and noise signals prior to filtering.
Mix Out/Filter Audio In
The output of the audio mixer appears here, before being fed to the filter. Normally, the Mixer output is bridged directly to the filter input. If you plug something into this jack, that breaks the normal connection. Using a standard insert cable (1/4" TRS plug to two 1/4" TS plugs) this jack can be used as an effects loop for external processing of the Mix before it goes to the filter.
Left(Mono) and Right Audio Outputs
The audio outputs are 1/4 " unbalanced outputs. The two output channels are summed to mono when only the left(mono) output is used.
12V Lamp
The BNC Lamp Socket provides 12VDC for a gooseneck lamp.
MIDI In, Thru, and Out Connectors
Standard MIDI connectors for interfacing with other MIDI gear.
Power Input
The Voyager's power input accepts a standard power cable. The Voyager works from 100-250 VAC, 50-60 Hz.
Dimensions and Weight
30 1/2" Wide X 18" Deep X 3" High (when flat) 12" High when fully upright.
40 lbs.
Who's using it?
Musicians worldwide are revelling in the sonic luxury of the Minimoog Voyager.
Here's a short list of some notable users -
Air
Jerome Rodgers (w/ George Clinton)
The Cure
David Rosenthal (Billy Joel)
Chad Hugo - The Neptunes, n.e.r.d.
Richard "Jah" Ace
Page McConnell
Keith Emerson
Herbie Hancock
Rick Wakeman
Jamie Muhoberac - Ace session musician
Fred Wreck - hip hop producer (Snoop Dogg)
Khari Simmons - India.arie
Nick Rhodes - Duran Duran
Larry Dunn - Earth, Wind and Fire
Paul Simon
John Fogerty
Charlie Clouser
Aron Magner - the Disco Biscuits
John Herndon - Isotope 217, Tortoise
Leroy Bach - Wilco
Kevin Antunes - Musical director for Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake tours
John Frusciante - Red Hot Chili Peppers
Hans Zimmer - Film composer extraordinaire
Brian Kehew - 1/2 of Moog Cookbook
Darrell Diaz - Solo artist, works with Herbie Hancock
Bernie Worrell
Gabrial McNair - No Doubt, Oslo
Thursday
Deftones
John Medeski - Medeski Martin and Wood
Thelonius Moog
Printz Board - Black Eyed Peas
Randy Cantor
Jordan Rudess - Dream Theater
DJ Logic
Don Preston
James Lumb - Electric Skychurch
Nellee Hooper
Jeffrey Keezer - Christian McBride Band
Anthony “Fu” Valcic
Morcheeba
Frank Lucas
Al Schneier - Moe
Roger Manning Jr.- The other 1/2 of the Moog Cookbook, keyboards for Beck and many more...
Gary Carolla
Chris Cox
Darian Sahanaja - Heart
Vince Wilburn
Mark Linkous - Sparklehorse
Skip Dorsey
Jason Epperson - Nelly
Steve Lindsey
Patrick Moraz - Yes, Moody Blues
Manfred Mann
Stevie Wonder
Goffrey Downs - Asia
Kenna
Roger Powell - Todd Rundging
Onree Gill - Alicia Keys, John Mayer
Ricky Peterson - Dave Sanborn
Mike Farrell - Morrissey, Macy Gray
Brandon Bush - Train
Doug Fieger - The Knack
Money Mark
Stereolab
Ray Angry - Kellis
Jesse Carmichael - Maroon 5
Kern Brantley - Musical Director for Beyonce, Mary J Blige
Silk - Multi Grammy Winner
Drew Neumann
Zac Baird - Everlast, Maimou
John Delay - Dido
Ginger Fish - Marilyn Manson
Nuno Bettencourt - Extreme, Population1
Rhett Lawrence - Producer for Black Eyed Peas, Kelly Clarkson, Mariah Carey
Ben Wilson - Blues Traveler
Fernando Permdomo - Cristian Castro
Ryan Peak - Nickleback
Mike McKnight - Musical Director for Madonna
Herman Jackson - Session Player
John Hawken - The Strawbs
Steve Molitz - Particle
Randy Cantor
Ricky Martin
Shaggy
Scott Storch
Myron Dove
Santana
Ken Jordan
The Crystal Method
Todd Tamanend Clark
and many more....
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