Based on the vintage circuitry of classic Moog synthesizer modules.
Capable of creating rich evolving chord patterns immediately with “no patching required”, Matriarch invites access to an abundance of inspiring textures, new sounds, and an endless supply of happy accidents through its 90 modular patch points. Based on the vintage circuitry of classic Moog synthesizer modules, Matriarch is a catalyst for creative ideas and a medium for multidimensional expression.
The pinnacle of Moog’s semi-modular family of synthesizers, Matriarch’s patchable architecture and classic Moog circuits reward open exploration with endless sonic possibilities and unparalleled analog sound. Matriarch’s 4 analog VCOs can be split into 4 notes of paraphony that can be sequenced, shifted, and stored with the instrument’s intuitive 256 step sequencer, or stacked in unison to create a massive 4 oscillator mono synth.
With a deep assortment of synthesis modules based on Bob Moog’s original circuit designs, Matriarch’s 100% analog signal path spans a dynamic sonic vocabulary – from overdriven monophonic bass to gently evolving paraphonic plucks that cycle through waveshapes into a wash of infinite delay trails. Coupling the power of vintage-designed stereo ladder filters, dual Envelope Generators, stereo Analog Delays, and stereo VCAs, Matriarch delivers a multi-dimensional sound that empowers the sonic exploration of both space and time.
Though Matriarch’s semi-modular design requires absolutely no patching, 90 modular patch points are easily accessible throughout the panel via the included 3.5mm patch cables. This powerful electronic instrument is a highly-versatile addition to any stage or studio that can effortlessly transform from a performance keyboard into a fully modular analog synthesizer at a moment’s notice.
In addition to its standalone function, Matriarch is also an ideal processor of external sound sources and a powerful keyboard front-end for expanding a DFAM, Mother-32, Grandmother, or Eurorack modular system.
Key Features
- VOICE MODE
Mono, duo, and 4-note paraphonic playability - ANALOG DELAY
Stereo analog delay w/ up to 700ms of MIDI sync-able stereo or ping/pong style repeats - SEQUENCER
256 step sequencer w/ up to 4 notes per step and 12 stored patterns. Can be decoupled from Matriarch to independently sequence external gear. - ARPEGGIATOR
Arpeggiator with selectable modes (Order, Forward/Backward, Random). - SEMI-MODULAR DESIGN
Semi-modular analog synthesizer - no patching required. - CLOSE MODULAR CAPABILITIES
90 modular patch points for endless exploration - KEYBOARD
Expressive 49-note Fatar keyboard w/ patchable velocity and aftertouch. - ANALOG OSCILLATORS
4 analog oscillators w/ selectable waveshape and hard sync per-oscillator. - LFO
Full-range analog LFO with 6 selectable waveshapes. - LADDER FILTERS
Dual analog filters with parallel (HP/LP), stereo (LP/LP), and series (HP/LP) modes available. - ENVELOPE GENERATORS
Dual analog ADSR envelopes.
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Mono, duo, and 4-note paraphonic playability
Stereo analog delay w/ up to 700ms of MIDI sync-able stereo or ping/pong style repeats
256 step sequencer w/ up to 4 notes per step and 12 stored patterns. (Can be decoupled from Matriarch to independently sequence external gear)
Arpeggiator with selectable modes (Order, Forward/Backward, Random)
Semi-modular analog synthesizer - no patching required
90 modular patch points for endless exploration
Oscillators based on the Minimoog
Mixer based on the classic CP3 module
ilters based on the classic 904A ??module
Envelopes based on the classic 911 module
VCAs based on the classic 902 module
Analog Delay based on the MF-104M and 500 Series effects
Expressive 49-note Fatar keyboard w/ patchable velocity and aftertouch
4 analog oscillators w/ selectable waveshape and hard sync per-oscillator
Full-range analog LFO with 6 selectable waveshapes
Dual analog filters with parallel (HP/LP), stereo (LP/LP), and series (HP/LP) modes available
Dual analog ADSR envelopes
Dual analog VCAs
3x bipolar voltage controlled attenuators with ring mod capability
2x4 parallel wired unbuffered multis
Additional simple analog LFO useful for adding modulation to delay, filters and VCAs
1/4“ external audio input for processing guitars, drum machines, and more throughMatriarch’s analog circuits
Stereo ¼” and 3.5mm Eurorack level audio outputs
Number of keys: 49 Full-Size Keys
Type of keys: Velocity-sensing with Aftertouch (Velocity and Aftertouch are nothard-wired – available via MIDI, KBD VEL OUT and KB AT OUT jacks)
Other controllers: Pitch Bend, Mod Wheel, Variable Glide, Expression pedal into CV out, and Sustain Pedal in
Polyphony: Monophonic, 2-Note Paraphonic, and 4-Note Paraphonic
Sound sources: 4x Analog Oscillators with Selectable Waveforms (Oscillators 2, 3,and 4 support Hard Sync), White Noise Generator, External Input jack
Mixer: 6 input (5 eurorack level and 1 instrument level) DC coupled discrete mixer with asymmetrical clipping behaviour
Filters: 24dB/Octave Low Pass Filter with Resonance, 24dB/Octave switchable LowPass/High Pass Filter with Resonance. Configurable in parallel (HP/LP), stereo (LP/LP),and series (HP/LP)
Mod sources: Analog Modulation Oscillator with selectable and patchable output(Sine, Saw, Ramp, Square, Stepped Triangle, Smoothed Random, Sample and Hold,Noise). Additional LFO (Tri, Square)
Envelopes: 2x Four-Stage ADSR with End of Envelope gate outputs
Attenuators: 3x Bipolar Voltage Controlled Attenuators with Ring Mod capabilities
Mults: 2x4 Parallel-wired Non-buffered Patch Points
VCAs: 2x discrete analog VCAs routed in stereo
Effects: Stereo Analog Delay with Ping/Pong, MIDI and CV clock sync, voltage controlled Mix, and independent L/R delay times, feedback, and I/O
Arpeggiator / Step sequencer: 256 Steps with up to 4 notes per step; 12Sequence locations
Patch points: 90 x 3.5mm front and rear panels, 49 Inputs, 33 Outputs, 2x4Parallel-wired Mults.
Pedal inputs: 1/4” Sustain, 1/4” Expression
Audio inputs: 1/4” TS jack (Rear Panel)
Audio outputs: 2x 1/4” TS jacks for line level output (Rear Panel), 1/4” Headphone jack with dedicated level knob (rear panel), 2x 3.5mm Eurorack level outputs, 2x 3.5mmDelay outputs
MIDI I/O: 5-pin DIN In, Out, Thru; plus MIDI over USB (Rear Panel)
Dimensions: 32” (81.28cm) Wide x 14 1/4” (36.19cm) Deep x 5 1/2” (13.97cm) High
Power: Included Power Adapter 12V DC (positive tip), 2A, 100 to 240 Volts AC,50/60Hz with screw-on barrel connector.
Weight: 24lbs. / 10.89kg