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Description

A beast for bass lovers, now in a custom white finish.

With Moog's Minitaur, you don't have to traverse a labyrinth to create analog bass sounds of mythical proportions. Part of the Taurus family of Moog instruments, this compact analog bass synthesizer provides you with all the growl, snarl and low end its siblings are known for in an uncomplicated one knob per function format. Whether you're using it as part of your live rig or as extra weapon in your studio arsenal, the Minotaur, unlike it's legendary namesake, has a small footprint, measuring a mere 8.5" x 5.25".

This rugged synthesizer features two oscillators with Sawtooth and Square wave-shapes for each VCO so you can recreate the sounds of the original Taurus, create new sounds with square waves or do a combination of both. There is also a Moog Ladder Filter with adjustable resonance for old-school bass with impact, 2 Minimoog-style ASDSR Envelope Generators for VCF and VCA, MIDI-syncable LFO with control for Rate, VCO LFO and VCF LFO amount. It also comes with DIN MIDI and MIDI over USB for even more control options, as well as external audio input so you can process your own external audio through it's mixer and filters for even crazier bass combinations.

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Features and functionality

  • The Minitaur has patch storage and a decent editor with CC, enabling automation inside a DAW.

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  • The Moog Minitaur integrates seamlessly with DAWs, offering robust automation capabilities not always found in other synths at its price point.

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Comparisons

  • The Minitaur's oscillator sync feature creates a unique "magical" sound, unlike the Behringer Model D, which lacks this feature.

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  • The Minitaur is noted for its focused sound that fits well in mixes, requiring less EQ cutting than the Grandmother or Behringer Model D.

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  • The Moog Minitaur's bass depth surpasses the Behringer Minimoog clone, especially in the lower frequencies.

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  • The Minitaur, despite lacking its own keyboard, is favored for its ability to deliver superior bass, making it a preferred choice for bass/arp duties over other inexpensive Moogs.

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Use cases and applications

  • The Minitaur's bass is described as focused and syrupy, maintaining clarity even on small speakers.

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  • Owners find the Minitaur ideal for dedicated analog bass, offering a physical, sculptural sound quality.

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  • Ideal for bass-focused compositions, the Minitaur excels in providing deep, powerful bass tones suitable for electronic and dance music genres.

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  • The Minitaur is considered a "secret weapon" for enhancing the richness and depth of the low end in a mix when triggered via a DAW.

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  • The Minitaur is praised for its role in pop music, where its unique tonal qualities are a staple in bass and lead sections, defying concerns about its fit in modern genres.

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User experience

  • It’s praised for its expressiveness, with mod wheel patches allowing users to “scan” for different timbres.

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  • Users appreciate the Minitaur's simple interface, which facilitates quick sound design and experimentation without being overwhelmed by too many features.

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  • Owners emphasize the instant gratification and ease of dialing in sounds, enhancing the creative process compared to using software synths.

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  • Analog synths, like the Minitaur, bring a "life" to the sound that many users find missing in software equivalents, described as more "alive" and "3D."

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Value and pricing

  • Despite its higher price, the Minitaur's ability to maintain value over time is noted, especially given its premium brand status and sound quality.

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Critic Reviews

Moog Minitaur

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Moog's Minitaur Bass Synthesizer impresses with its compact design and classic Moog sound. While its focus on bass might seem limiting, it excels in delivering punchy, deep tones and even surprises with versatility through hidden parameters accessed via MIDI. The inclusion of MIDI CCs and an editor software enhances its capabilities, though the need for these to unlock full potential could be cumbersome. Minor gripes include unclear documentation and some noise issues with certain setups. Despite these, the Minitaur proves to be a robust, affordable option for bass enthusiasts, offering much more than its size suggests.

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See how Thomas DeLonge uses Moog Minitaur Bass Synthesizer with Custom White Finish

Thomas DeLonge

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Tom can be seen with a Moog Minitaur Limited Edition White in his studio. Moog logo is in the top left of the synthesizer,while the synthesizer is in the bottom right of the picture.

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Attack of the Clones y'all! Working on old back ups and setting up new ones. Getting ready for the upcoming dates. We hope to see you somewhere in the universe.

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Ela Minus

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She doesn't talk about the Minitaur but you can see it at 1:30 and 3:06.

It's also in her gear list at https://tomtommag.com/2015/12/gear-diary-gabriela-jimeno/

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Erik Norlander

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Last in Line

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Erik Norlander is confirmed to use a Moog Minitaur Bass Synthesizer, as evidenced by a photo available at https://eriknorlander.com/equipment. Located left of the Oberheim OB-Xa.

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