{"product_id":"waldorf-quantum-mkii","title":"Waldorf Quantum MKII 61-Key Polyphonic Digital\/Analog Synthesizer","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen Waldorf introduced the Quantum in 2018, it immediately found its way into the studios and hearts of the most acclaimed film composers, producers, musicians, and sound designers. Now five years later, the \u003cstrong\u003eWaldorf Quantum MK2 \u003c\/strong\u003efurther expands upon this incredibly powerful platform. Quantum MK2 adds 61-key polyphonic aftertouch from Fatar, increased sampling storage, and improved mechanical design and display. The new 3.0 firmware allows for up to 16 digital filters, or up to 8 analog + 8 digital.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_0\"\u003ePOLYPHONIC AFTERTOUCH\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Quantum MK2 is the first instrument with a Fatar TP8\/SK polyphonic aftertouch keybed. With increased possibilities for musical and gestural expression the keybed the Quantum synthesis engine can be more deeply modulated and texturally explored. The polyphonic aftertouch is highly customizable in multiple dimensions globally as well as for individual keys. The high-resolution graphical display supports visual feedback and control for the customization process. In addition to its internal poly aftertouch keybed, the Quantum MK2 can be controlled by any MPE capable controller by directly connecting to Quantum’s USB host port.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_1\"\u003e16 VOICES OF POLYPHONY\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBased on an 8-voice analog dual-filter architecture, the Quantum MKII delivers 16 voices of polyphony in any combination of using digital dual multi-mode filters with the 8 analog ones. Moreover, the combination of analog with digital filter opens new sonic possibilities of what Waldorf Music stands for since its beginning: Hybrid digital and analog synthesis. A new set of allocation modes gives the musician an easy control.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_2\"\u003e59GB Sampling Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAnother cornerstone of Quantum MK2 is its increased internal sampling storage from a few GB to 59 GB. The Quantum has quickly become the instrument of choice for modern advanced sampling capabilities for sound enthusiasts and cinematic composers from Berlin to Los Angeles. From firmware 1.0 to 3.0 Waldorf Music has listened to the requests and needs of musicians to extend it polyphonic granular sampling engine as well its traditional multi-sample engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_3\"\u003eDESIGN AND DISPLAY\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe updated mechanical design and a classy naval blue presents the musician an instrument of beauty and inspiration. The improved mounting of the high-resolution touch display provides wider viewing angles and an intuitive way of controlling the more advanced features of the Quantum synthesis engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_4\"\u003eSOUNDS AND SAMPLES\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eHighly acclaimed sound designers from all over the world have contributed to the huge library of factory presets and initial sample content of 2GB. Waldorf Music is proud to have sounds from designers like Richard Devine, Howard Scarr, Reinhold Heil, BT, Matt Johnson, Joerg Huettner, Kevin Schroeder, Sascha Dikiciyan, Kurt Ader, Mike Huckaby, Thorsten Quaeschning and many more. All sounds are compatible with Waldorf’s Iridium instruments in both directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_5\"\u003eSYNTHESIS PLATFORM\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWaldorf Music has updated and improved its Quantum firmware continuously adding new synthesis capabilities and many feature requests by musicians. The Quantum firmware builds together with the Iridium firmware a \"Waldorf Synthesis Platform.“\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_6\"\u003eFEATURES:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGENERAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDigital-Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e61 Keys high-quality Fatar TP\/8SK keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e16 voices of polyphony\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDual timbral: split or layered mode with separate stereo audio outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e3 stereo digital oscillators each capable of five synthesis algorithms\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSYNTH ARCHITECTURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eWavetable: Waldorf style with latest additions from Nave including speech synthesis, wavetable generation from audio and new features\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eWaveform: Waveform with up to 8 simultaneous waves per Oscillator in detuned or chordal mode with hard-sync, warp \u0026amp; 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