Waldorf Iridium Synthesizer

Full Description

Superior sound engine technology

The Waldorf Iridium takes the same sound engine used within the Quantum, housing it with a compact desktop synth. The powerful engine offers infinite possibilities in sound production. With a range of controls and effects, you can experiment with endless sound variations. Featuring eight voices with speech and spectrum functionality. You can simultaneously play several notes. Adding incredible depth and character to your sound.

At the core is 3 digital oscillators that can run 1 of 4 synthesis algorithms independently of one another. The first algorithm, which utilises wavetable synthesis, allows you to sweep through wavetables to create sound. While the second is waveform mode. This offers all your traditional subtractive waves such as sine and square wave

Powerful and versatile sound design options

The Iridium is jam packed with LFOs, envelopes and complex modulation options which allow you to create any sound you can imagine. With six envelopes and six low frequency oscillators, the synth can create powerful and hard-hitting sounds with the tweak of a few knobs. The unique Modulation Matrix provides you with 40 slots which you can incorporate various sources such as envelopes and LFOs for in-depth control.

A unique feature is the ability to create additional envelopes or LFOs utilising the Komplex Modulator. You can use the custom Modulator to create new parameters to expand your sound design palette. There is also a wide range of filtering options including both 12 and 24dB LP/HP/Bandpass filters to sculpting and texturising oscillators. There are a variety of filters which are modelled on famous synth including the Waldorf Nave, Largo and more. You can also use the Dual Filter mode to control each of the filter separately or simultaneously.

Ergonomic layout for creating with ease

In spite of the large and varied controls, the Iridium makes it easier than ever to create sounds on the fly. The logic-based layout features dedicated knobs for major controls. It also features a touchscreen display which you can use to easily navigate settings and parameters. The streamlined workflow and wide variety of connectivity allows you to use the Iridium for everything from sound design to live performances.

Features

• Five different synth modes for each of the three oscillators:
  • Wavetable
  • Waveform (Virtual Analog)
  • Particle (Sampling and Granular Sampling)
  • Resonator
  • Kernels
• Over 100 factory sounds
• 2GB user sample flash memory
• 3x3 silicon pad matrix with RGB backlights
• Arpeggiator and step sequencer
• 16-voice polyphony, duo-timbral
• Compatible with the Waldorf Quantum synth engine
• Quantum 2.0 OS kernel mode
• Save up to 7000 patches
• 12 or 24dB and Lowpass/Highpass/Bandpass with optional saturation or dirtiness
• Various filter models are available including those from Waldorf Nave, Largo and PPG 3V
• Dual Filter section can be controlled independently or together in several different link modes
• Digital Former offers all the filter types and models from the Dual Filter plus unusual models like Comb, Drive, Bitcrusher and more in addition
• Large colour touch screen for hands on control
• Komplex Modulator curves can be drawn with your finger
• Envelopes show at which point the voices currently are
• Wavetables are displayed in comprehensive view modes
• VU meters show which voices are used and the individual voice levels
• Different Analysers show the audio signal at different points

Specifications

• Dimensions: 440 (W) x 305 (D) x 85mm (H)
• Weight: 5.4kg