A portable analog synthesizer powerhouse
With an all-analog audio path and dual oscillators with continuously variable waveforms, the IK Multimedia UNO Synth is capable of conjuring up truly massive sounds. Designed with synth maker Soundmachines, the UNO Synth is the result of decades of experience in hardware and software synth design. Shape sounds with its multimode filter, LFO, two envelopes and effects. Compose quickly with its built-in sequencer, complete with a 27-note keyboard and 13 scale options. With all of this packed into a completely portable design and connectivity to the rest of your music production gear, the IK Multimedia UNO Synth is a highly capable synthesizer for modern producers.
Powerful built-in arpeggiator and sequencer
Whether you're in your studio or on the train, the IK Multimedia UNO Synth's built-in sequencer means you can create and capture your musical ideas anywhere. Record in real time with the 27-note keyboard or use step editing to program each of the 16 steps individually. The keyboard defaults to the chromatic scale, and you can select from 13 preset scales for quick musical results. Featuring the 10-mode, four-octave arpeggiator, the UNO Synth is capable of evocative arp sequences, flowing basslines, lively grooves and much more.
Analog signal path with digital convenience
From its dual oscillators (with continuously variable waveforms) to its OTA-based multimode filter, the UNO Synth's analog signal path promises sonic superiority. And its analog strengths are reinforced with digital conveniences like the ability to instantly save and recall presets. It's also self-tuning, so you know your oscillators will never go out of tune with the rest of your instruments.
Complete connectivity for any workflow
The UNO Synth can be powered via USB or four AA batteries, and its portable nature is enhanced with versatile connectivity. We appreciate the MIDI I/O ports, allowing you to sequence other modules or control the UNO Synth from an external sequencer or controller. All parameters — even the MIDI clock — can be controlled via MIDI CC. An audio input lets you chain other devices together, and its high-quality audio output is ready to connect to your mixer or recording device. Best of all, its USB connection is your gateway to the UNO Synth editor/librarian software for Mac and PC, making it easy to create and save your custom sounds.
Characteristics
- Portable monophonic analog synthesizer;
- Full analog signal path with self-tuning oscillators;
- 2 independent analog oscillators with saw, triangle and pulse waves;
- Oscillator waveforms are continuously variable;
- The Osc section also includes pulse width modulation and white noise generation;
- The 2-pole multimode resonant filter offers LPF, HPF and BPF modes;
- AD envelope for filter, AR envelope for amplitude and full ADSR control via MIDI CC or software editor;
- LFO with sawtooth, square, triangle, sine, random, and sample-and-hold waveforms for pitch, filter, or amp modulation;
- 40 controls at your fingertips, with 4 encoders combined with function buttons;
- 27-note chromatic multitouch keyboard with 13 selectable scale modes;
- Built-in delay effect plus 5 performance effects;
- 10-mode, 4-octave arpeggiator;
- 16-step sequencer with real-time recording and step editing
- Audio input for chaining other synthesizer modules, drum machines, etc.;
- Software editor/librarian for Mac/PC makes it easy to create and save custom sounds;
- Full MIDI implementation — all parameters and clocks can be controlled via external MIDI CC;
- Powered via USB or 4 AA batteries.
Specifications
- Type: desktop synthesizer and sequencer;
- Digital Analog: Analog;
- Keys Type: 27 x Keyboards;
- Polyphony: monophonic;
- Presets: 100 presets (20 non-factory-writable, 80 user-writable);
- Oscillators: 2 x analog VCO;
- Waveforms: saw, triangle, pulse with variable pulse width;
- Noise generator: yes;
- Envelope generator: 2 x EG (filter, amplitude);
- LFO: sine, triangle, square, saw up, saw down, random, sample & hold;
- Filter: 2-pole resonant multimode filter;
- Effect types: Sync Delay, Dive, Scoop, Vibrato, Wah, Tremolo;
- Arpeggiator: 10 Mode, 4-oct;
- Sequencer: 16-step sequencer, real-time step recording with parameter recording;
- Analog Inputs: 1 x 1/8 in. (audio input);
- Analog Outputs: 1 x 1/8 in. (audio output);
- MIDI I/O: 2 x 1/8 in. type A (input, output);
- USB: 1 x Type Micro-B;
- Programs: Editor/Librarian (Mac/PC);
- Power source: powered by USB bus or 4 AA batteries;
- Dimensions: 25.7 x 22.6 x 4.9cm;
- Weight: 399.7g.