Sequential Take 5 Compact Poly Synthesizer

Product Description

The Sequential Take 5 is a compact and portable five-voice VCO/VCF-based poly synth designed with both synth newcomers and space-conscious pros in mind. A full-featured subtractive synthesizer, the Take 5 sports two VCOs and a sub oscillator per voice, a classic 4-pole, resonant analog filter from the Prophet-5 Rev 4 design, 44 full-size keys, and a premium Fatar keybed. Its clever key-split feature gives players access to a wider playable range than many other compact synths by enabling players to divide the 3.5 octave keyboard into two separate performance zones. Dual Digital effects and a dedicated overdrive, continuously variable wave shaping, and front-panel access to analog FM ensure the Take 5 can cover a wide range of sonic territory, from vintage to modern.

The Take 5's versatility comes its sound engine. Two voltage-controlled oscillators provide traditional sine, saw, and pulse waves with waveshaping, while simple analog FM adds harmonically complex, bell-like FM timbres at need. The Prophet-5-lineage 4-pole analog filter shapes the sound of the oscillators and sub-oscillator in classic fashion while a Drive control provides additional punch. For still more warmth, a Vintage knob adds micro variations to oscillator, filter, and envelope behavior from voice to voice.

The Take 5 feature set is rounded out with two LFOs (1 global, and 1 per-voice LFO), ADSR+delay envelopes, dual digital effects (a dedicated reverb and a suite of time-delay and other effects) a separate additional overdrive effect, and extensive modulation possibilities. A 64-step polyphonic sequencer and multimode arpeggiator complete the picture.

Sequential CEO David Gibbons summed up the Take 5 this way: "For players that have wanted to get into analog poly synths but have been put off by price or complexity, the Take 5 is the perfect gateway to subtractive synthesis and the creative power of Sequential’s best synths. It is pure Sequential sound and quality at a price that’s within reach of almost anyone. Portability is also a huge plus — you can transport it from studio to stage without breaking a sweat or leaving any features or playability behind."

POLY CHAIN OS UPDATE

Poly Chain is a free update for all owners. With Poly Chain, you can now link two Take 5s to create a fully integrated 10-voice instrument. That means bigger chords and more complex parts without worrying about voice stealing. The arpeggiator also gets a serious boost with 10 new patterns, including inventive modes like Spiral and Leapfrog — perfect for adding movement and variation to your sequences. And be sure to check out the wild new Whiplash timing mode that dynamically changes note values based on the number keys held.

This update builds on everything musicians love about the Take 5: classic Prophet-5 tone, a compact footprint, and an intuitive layout that feels great to play. Now, with poly chain and new arp modes, along with a few other key enhancements, the Take 5 is even more full featured and fun. Whether you're in the studio or on stage, this is your Take 5 to the power of 10.

• Poly chain two Take 5s for 10 voices of polyphony — perfect for bigger chords and complex arrangements
• Adds 10 new arpeggiator patterns for fresh rhythmic and melodic ideas
• Whiplash arp timing mode dynamically adjusts note values based on how many keys you hold
• Violet noise added for expanded sound design texture