Uno synth is the ultimate portable, monophonic, true analog synthesizer and ik multimedias entry in the hardware synthesizer world. We plan to have additional program banks there as well. I like to know if theres a vst or preferably better, an au based synth that has the same type of sounds and programming that would be very similar to the andromeda a6. The alesis a6 andromeda real analog polyphonic synthesizer. It was first released in 2001 and, not for the first time, was discontinued in 2010, amidst speculations as to whether another run will be.
It can be considered a hybrid of older and newer technologies, but its entire signal path is purely analogue. With the andromeda, youll find a huge range of tonal possibilities. The alesis andromeda a6 is a 16voice, 16channel multitimbral analog synthesizer by alesis which was released in 2000 and discontinued in 2010. Many of the synths more esoteric functions are not. Alesis andromeda a6 analog synthesizer step sequencer.
Each voice has 2 oscillators, 2 resonating filters, hard and soft sync, and a suboscillator. Updating the os is a very simple and straightforward task. The philosophy behind the development of this synth was fairly simple. Uno synth by ikmultimedia ik multimedia free listening on. However, building a real analog synth is expensive and takes a lot more research and development since many of the core components of vintage analog synthesizers are no longer available. They produced a number of small intros and demos in the mid1990s for the pc, most notably counterfactual winner of the first greek demo party ever, the gardening 1995 and beyond placed 4th in the gardening 1996. Asd was quiet for the following years until 2001, when they presented.
In his press release, the developer calls syntronik the most perfect collection of vintage synthesizers available today. I dont know how a batch of bad chips got by the automated test fixture. Uno synth glitchy demo by ikmultimedia ik multimedia free. See the real videos, hear the mp3s of this beast in action the specs are awesome, and its definitely sounding very very analogue. Alesis evidently sell enough each month to continue production. Ik multimedia torrent source for free download quality software. I did some research and found out that this andromeda thing was supposed to originally be a roland synth, but alesis somehow got the manufacturing rights and called it andromeda. Alesis a6 andromeda real analog synthesizer alesis encyclotronic. The alesis andromeda is a 16 voice polyphonic analog monster of a synthesizer. You will experience the andromeda as a totally new synthesizer with this editor, trust me. Using alesis proprietary analog asic technology it delivers classic true analog sound, combined with stateoftheart digital and analog effects.
In the zip file you will find a standard mididump and a midiox syx file. Among them are such legendary instruments as minimoog model d, arp 2600, oberheim sem, yamaha cs80, alesis andromeda, roland juno60 and roland jupiter8. Alesis a6 andromeda 61key polyphonic analog synthesizer reverb. Assembly summer 2018 demo competition entry, 2nd place. Classic tones and modern technology create a showstopper. Full text of alesis andromeda6 faq internet archive. As much as we love this instruments design overall, the. Sixteen awesome voices with two types of filters, a vast modulation system, and enough bells and whistles to make the andromeda a6 the most highly featured analog polysynth in existence. What you get for your money is a twooscillator per voice synth with two filters, three envelopes, ring modulator, three lfos and sample and tracking generators. The andromeda is a deep synth with near limitless modulation routing capabilities, and a user interface that can be at times inspiring but also frustrating. The andromeda a6 is a true analog synthesizer with full midi implementation and is 16channel multitimbral. We combined our two decades of experience in software and hardware development with the expertise of italian boutique synthmaker soundmachines, and iks synth guru erik norlander one of the brains behind. I feel like a crime has been committed against the 90s.
September 12, 2009 synthhead keyboard synthesizers alesis, alesis andromeda a6, analog synthesizer, andromeda, demo video. With andromeda you can get read more alesis andromeda a6 analog synthesizer. Reverb is a marketplace bringing together a widespanning community to buy, sell, and discuss all things music gear. Alesis a6 andromeda 61key polyphonic analog synthesizer. In real life, what to do with all these sources and modulation destinations, especially since it is difficult to have a clear vision. First let me say im a mac guy and i like to use logic pro x, but it does not prevent me from using windows based vsts in my production. In fact, you can make both wheels pitch or both vibrato. Uno synth is the ultimate portable, monophonic, true analog synthesizer and ik multimedias entry in the hardware synthesizer world we combined our two decades of experience in software and hardware development with the expertise of italian boutique synthmaker soundmachines and iks synth guru, erik norlander one of the brains behind. Uno synth by ikmultimedia ik multimedia free listening. Jan 30, 2010 alesis made synthesis history when they released their alesis andromeda a6, an analog polysynth bred with new technology and classic analog sound. We combined our two decades of experience in software and hardware development with the expertise of italian boutique synthmaker soundmachines and iks synth guru, erik norlander one of the brains behind acclaimed synths like the alesis andromeda. They produced a number of small intros and demos in.
In a world filled with almostanalog and sortofanalog synthesizers, andromeda is the real deal. This unique synth has stunning features and a very powerfull sound. Andromeda software development asd type prodname platform release party release date avg popularity last comment. Uno synth glitchy demo by ikmultimedia ik multimedia.
A oneofakind synth monster, the alesis andromeda has been lavishly praised as the ultimate analog polysynth and judged to reside among the all time synthesizer greats. The andromeda has analog oscillators and filters combined with modern digital control. Nov 30, 2007 alesis claim that the andromeda also known as the a6 is a 16voice real analogue synthesizer. This is an ipad editor for the alesis andromeda a6. Refurbishing and thorough testing took approximately 10 hours. It has been used by bt, air, duran duran, depeche mode, nine inch nails, dj tiesto, and the pet shop boys.
Alesis a6 andromeda update instructions document version 1. Prophet 5 vs alesis andromeda vintage synth explorer forums. Alesis a6 andromeda 61key polyphonic analog synthesizer w custom calzone ata case. The same one that has been selecting working chips for years. Alesis andromeda a6 editor vst controller analog dessert. Synthesizer alesis andromeda a6 supplementary manual alesis andromeda a6 synths. For your love by andromeda software development youtube. Programming the alesis andromeda can be as simple as adjusting a filter setting, or highly complex. We may well add new features in later versions of the ions software. The 20 is a prettier, sturdier version of the sledge with some custom sample rom that sells for 20,000 euros. Prophet 5 vs alesis andromeda post by pflosi wed dec 17, 2014 12. Episode 3 in the series appears to be missing in action, at this point. Unfollow alesis andromeda to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The andromeda was a poorly managed project with years of scope creep.
Andromeda software development or simply asd is a greek demogroup. Alesis andromeda a6 rare vintage polyphonic analog synthesizer. All the profit alesis was earning from its popular adat line went to sustain the company while it was being bled to death from the a6 development. Please note that, unlike most of the other is the only portamento parameter that can be modulated. In a single, powerful package youll find a huge range of tonal possibilities. Andromeda software development abbreviated asd is a greek demogroup that was formed in 1992. Full text of alesis andromeda6 faq see other formats x\l a6 andromeda 16voice real analog synthesizer i iiir frequently asked questions the a lesisa6 andromeda real analog polyphonic synthesizer is ttie single most powerful polyphonic analog synthesizer ever built. Alesis andromeda synth sounds synthesizer vintage synth alesis the andromeda a6 is a true analog synthesizer using two analog oscillators per voice, suboscillators, hard and soft sync and more. Rupture andromeda software development pc demo the. This software resides in flash memory, and is upgradeable via midi. Links for the alesis andromeda a6 more synth gear best us prices on many current models. At alesis, while our products range from keyboards, synthesizers, hard disk recorders, ipod recording and playback devices, electronic drums, mixers, signal processors, effects units, amplifiers and speakers one thing remains consistent. Alesis andromeda a6 wav samples, pdf manuals cyborg studio. Visit als this site for a trail version of mark strijbos his a6 editorbanker.
On paper, the characteristics and 16 voice polyphony can impress. In a world filled with almostanalog and sortofanalog synthesizers, andromeda is. Over the course of time, alesis may make improvements to the operating system and make a new operating system available to andromeda owners. The andromeda a6 is a true analog synthesizer using two analog oscillators per voice, suboscillators, hard and soft sync and more. Alesis made synthesis history when they released their alesis andromeda a6, an analog polysynth bred with new technology and classic analog sound. The alesis andromeda a6 is a 16 voice multitimbral analog synthesizer. The series wraps up with a look at the alesis andromeda a6 ribbon controller. I hope that it does, because the company should be congratulated for stepping beyond the selfimposed boundaries of other synth manufacturers. As you can see from the photo of the display taken after tuning, this unit tunes properly. So alesis must be keeping their fingers crossed that the andromeda will attract enough people to justify the time, effort and cost expended in its development. However, with time and patience i have begun to understand more about how the alesis andromeda a6 and its workflow operate, and am glad i made the investment financially and timewise. The greatest polyphonic analogue synth ever made was 1981s roland jupiter 8, and nyahnyahnyah, i have one. As you delve deeper, youll find that some programming sections have no top panel knobs, and their buttons serve only to call the appropriate menus. Next thing you know youll be unchaining our wallets and reducing our pant legs to only twice the appropriate size of pant legs.