Experience the cutting edge of sound design with the Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 24-Voice 61-Key Wavetable Synthesizer. This synthesizer seamlessly blends the nostalgia of classic wavetable synthesis with contemporary advancements, offering musicians and producers a robust platform for creativity. It houses 24 voices of polyphony and three high-resolution digital oscillators per voice, empowering you to craft complex, multi-layered sounds. Whether you're a performing artist, a studio producer, or a sound designer, the 3rd Wave provides the flexibility and depth to explore new sonic landscapes.

Each of the four independent parts offers a unique palette of sounds, thanks to its multitimbral capabilities, complete with individual stereo outputs, panning, and volume controls. The modulation matrix, with its 16 assignable slots, enables intricate sound shaping, allowing for unparalleled modulation possibilities. Dive into the vast array of features designed to inspire, from the customizable Wavemaker Tool to the high-definition analog and digital filters conceived by industry legend Dave Rossum.

The intuitive interface, featuring 77 knobs and 39 buttons, ensures that your creative process is uninterrupted by cumbersome menus, keeping every parameter at your fingertips. With its state-of-the-art sequencer and arpeggiator, the 3rd Wave becomes not just an instrument, but a comprehensive solution for complex rhythmic and melodic compositions.

Key Features:

• 24-voice polyphonic with 4-part multitimbrality
• Three high-resolution digital oscillators per voice
• 64 user wavetable positions with 48 wavetables and 64 waveforms per table
• Dave Rossum-designed 2140 analog low-pass resonant filter with variable saturation
• SEM-style state-variable filter with low-pass, high-pass, band-pass, and notch options
• 16-slot modulation matrix with 27 sources and 114 destinations
• Built-in Wavemaker Tool for creating custom wavetables
• Comprehensive I/O including MIDI in/out/thru, USB, and multi-part stereo outputs
• 61-key semi-weighted Fatar keyboard with velocity and polyphonic aftertouch
• Onboard dual effects, sequencer, and arpeggiator with extensive rhythmic capabilities

Product specs

FAQs

What type of synthesis does the Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave use?

The Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave utilizes wavetable synthesis, combining digital sound generation with analog filters to create a versatile range of sounds.

How many voices of polyphony does the Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave offer?

The Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave provides 24 voices of polyphony, allowing for complex and layered soundscapes.

Are the keys on the Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave velocity-sensitive and do they feature aftertouch?

Yes, the 61 semi-weighted keys on the Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave are both velocity-sensitive and equipped with aftertouch, enhancing expressive playability.

What are some of the sound modulation options available on the Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave?

The Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave features a robust modulation matrix with 16 assignable slots and 12 fixed-source slots, offering 27 sources and 114 destinations for extensive sound shaping.

Does the Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave have built-in effects?

Yes, the Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave includes a variety of built-in effects such as BBD, stereo/tape delay, chorus, phaser, flanger, distortion, and reverb.

What kind of connectivity options does the Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave offer?

The Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave offers comprehensive connectivity with MIDI I/O (including USB), multiple audio outputs, and pedal inputs for sustain, volume, and expression control.