The Ensoniq MR-61 is a 61-key digital synthesizer released by Ensoniq in 1990. It features a 16-bit sampling engine, a built-in sequencer, and a variety of onboard effects. It is capable of producing a wide range of sounds, from realistic acoustic instruments to complex synthesized sounds.
Novation, along with KS4, released a synthesizer with an extended keyboard - Novation KS5. Compared to its "brother", its semi-weighted keyboard included 5 octaves (61 keys), and got aftertouch. Anyway, KS5 took everything else from K-Station. The...
DX is a lighter, and therefore cheaper, DMX version. It sounds a little bit "thinner" than its older brother. DX uses the same 8-bit samples DMX does, but they’re decreased in number - 18. The drum machine doesn’t contain voice cards, and all EPROM chips...
The Ensoniq KS-32 Weighted Action MIDI Studio represents a sophisticated synthesizer designed primarily for pianists and keyboard players who prioritize playing experience over programming complexity. Released in 1992, this instrument distinguished...
Taurus II is a Moog Rogue version adapted for foot play. The synthesizer is divided into two blocks: a desktop synthesizer module with all controls and a foot pedalboard. The synthesizer was less popular than its predecessor (Taurus I) due to the less flexible settings and the lack of presets.