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The Moog Grandmother is a sonic playground inviting musicians of all skill levels to explore the rich world of analog synthesis. Its semi-modular architecture and user-friendly interface remove the intimidation often associated with modular gear.
Whether you're crafting complex soundscapes or laying down a simple bassline, this 32-note synthesizer provides an immediate, tactile experience centered on the joy of discovery and pure analog sound.
Inspired by Modular Roots
Inspired by classic Moog modular synthesizers, the Grandmother features a fully analog sound engine for pure, authentic tones. Its design encourages creativity, letting users reconfigure the signal path with patching or play instantly without any cables. Combining vintage character with modern usability, it’s a versatile tool for both studio work and live performances.
Dual Analog Oscillators: Two analog oscillators with selectable waveshapes and hard sync capabilities provide the raw, harmonically rich foundation for your sound design.
Classic Ladder Filter: The legendary 4-pole 10Hz-20kHz Ladder filter delivers the warm, punchy, and thick low-end response that has defined the Moog sound for decades.
Analog ADSR Envelope: A dedicated analog ADSR envelope generator allows for precise sculpting of your sound’s dynamics, from snappy percussive hits to long, evolving pads.
Creative Connectivity and Processing
While the Grandmother requires no patching to produce sound, its 41 patch points unlock an infinite expanse of auditory inspiration. The instrument functions as a powerful processor for external audio sources, allowing guitars, drum machines, and vocals to be reshaped by its analog circuitry. This connectivity also ensures seamless integration with other gear, such as the Mother-32, DFAM, or Eurorack modular systems.
Built-in Spring Reverb: A hardware spring reverb tank adds physical dimension and space to your sound and can process both internal synth tones and external audio signals.
External Audio Input: The 1/4” external input lets you route other instruments through the Grandmother’s filter, reverb, and modulation circuits for unique sonic processing.
Extensive Patch Points: With 21 inputs, 16 outputs, and a parallel-wired 4-jack mult, the semi-modular design allows for complex signal routing and full interaction with other modular equipment.
Performance-Ready Control
Designed for interaction, the Grandmother features a high-quality Fatar keybed and intuitive performance tools that bring your sequences to life. The onboard arpeggiator and sequencer offer programmable syncopation, making it easy to generate rhythmic patterns and melodic ideas on the fly. These features transform the synthesizer from a sound design tool into a dynamic performance instrument.
Fatar Keybed: The 32-note velocity-sensitive Fatar keyboard offers a responsive and expressive playing feel, ideal for capturing the nuances of your performance.
Sequencer and Arpeggiator: An easy-to-use sequencer stores up to three sequences with up to 256 notes each, while the arpeggiator adds instant movement and rhythm.
MIDI and USB Connectivity: Comprehensive DIN MIDI In/Out/Thru and USB MIDI ensure the Grandmother integrates effortlessly into modern DAW setups and hardware rigs.
A Gateway to Analog Discovery
The Moog Grandmother stands as a bridge between the past and future of synthesis, offering a hands-on experience that is both educational and deeply musical. It empowers users to understand the building blocks of sound while providing a professional-grade instrument capable of immeasurable beauty and power.
Moog Grandmother Features:
Hardware Spring Reverb can be used to process external sounds
1/4” External audio input for guitars, drum machines, and more
Semi-modular - no patching is required
Easy to use Arpeggiator and Sequencer
Store up to 3 sequences with up to 256 notes each
2 Analog Oscillators with selectable wave shape and hard sync
Classic 4-Pole 10Hz-20kHz Ladder filter
Patchable 1-Pole High Pass filter
Analog ADSR Envelope Generator
Analog LFO with audio-rate capabilities
32-note Fatar keyboard with velocity
All normalized connections can be interrupted for full modularity
DIN MIDI In/Out/Thru and USB MIDI
Patchable bipolar attenuator
Works with Mother-32, DFAM, Euro rack modular systems and more
41 patch points with 21 inputs, 16 outputs and a Parallel-Wired 4-jack Mult