Waldorf Iridium

Description

Waldorf Iridium

With Iridium, Waldorf has made the impossible possible. Quantum's powerful synthesis engine is now available in a compact desktop format.

The combination of the powerful synthesis engine with incredible flexibility and detailed modeling structures offers endless sonic possibilities. Additionally, the beautiful, ergonomic, and intuitive control panel allows for quick sound programming.

The sturdy metal chassis, inspired by that used in Quantum, makes Iridium perfect for conquering studios and stages worldwide.

The 3 oscillators present offer five synthesis algorithms each:

· Waldorf-style Wavetables – Waldorf-style Wavetables with implementations found in Nave, including vocal synthesis and wavetable generation from audio.

· Classic Synthesizer Waveforms – Classic waveforms with multiple waves for an ultra-fat sound

· Granular Sampler – Granular sampler with multi-sample and traditional sampling

· Resonator – For virtual sound sculpting

· Kernel – The kernel mode was introduced with Quantum's OS 2.0. This massive update allows you to transform an oscillator into up to six sub-oscillators

Iridium can store up to 7000 patches. Sounds created for Quantum can be loaded into Iridium and vice-versa.

Iridium features three digital filters per voice – two in the Dual Filter section and another in Digital Former, each with:

· Lowpass/Highpass/Bandpass filters with 24 or 12 dB slope and optional saturation/dirtiness.

· Additional digital algorithms in the style of Nave, Largo, and PPG.

· Creative effects like Comb, Bitcrusher, Drive, RingMod, State Variable, and more.

The Dual Filter section can be controlled independently or together in link mode.

All three filters maintain the stereo signal throughout the path.

PAD SECTION

Integrated into the front panel, a 4x4 silicone pad matrix is ideal for playing notes, chords, arpeggios, and sequences with up to 32 steps of notes and parameters. Direct access to parameters is guaranteed by the seven encoders to the left and right of the touchscreen.

INTUITIVE CONTROL PANEL

To facilitate functional correlations between knobs, each rotary element is individually illuminated by a multi-color LED. During editing, all correlated parameters are illuminated by the same color to be quickly identified and allow efficient parameter modification even in the case of complex settings or intricate modulations.

With the help of the splendid central display, precise modifications can be performed with the same user experience as a tablet or a latest-generation computer.

Iridium was designed and developed in Germany by a dedicated Waldorf team. All main components were designed, manufactured, and assembled in Germany. This allowed Iridium to be produced with unparalleled build quality.

Specifications

 16-voice polyphony

· Two-part multi-timbral

· Sound engine compatible with Waldorf Quantum

· 3 stereo digital oscillators each with five synthesis algorithms (Wavetable – Waveform – Particle – Resonator – Kernel)

· 3 stereo filters per voice (two in the Dual Filter section and another in Digital Former)

· Dual Digital Filter: two independent LP/HP/BP filters with 12/24dB slope and models from Nave, Largo, PPG, Quantum and StateVariable

· Digital Former: HP/LP/BP/Notch filters based on Nave, Largo and PPG. Comb filter, Bitcrusher, Drive, RingMod effects and more

· Flexible routing for the order of analog filters and digital formers and individual oscillator routing

· Modulators: 6 envelopes, 6 LFOs, Komplex (LFO modulator / multi-stage envelope)

· Extensive modulation matrix with 40 slots and quick parameter assignment

· 16 silicone pads with RGB illumination ideal for playing notes, chords, arpeggios and sequences

· Arpeggiator

· 32-step step sequencer for notes and parameters

· Intuitive modulation assignment via panel elements and display

· More accurate sound visualization and editing thanks to the capacitive multi-touch display

· 1000 factory sounds with the possibility to store up to 7000 patches. Patches organized by banks, attributes, authors and number

· Patches fully compatible with Quantum

· 2 GB of flash memory dedicated to user samples

· 2 TS outputs

· 2 TS inputs

· Headphone output with volume control

· MIDI In/Out/Thru

· MIDI via USB*

· USB host type A port for connecting a MIDI controller

· MicroSD slot

· 4 CV inputs plus Gate In, Trigger In, Clock In, Clock Out

· Durable metal chassis with aluminum knobs

· Dimensions: 440 x 305 x 85 mm

· Weight: 5.4 Kg

· 19” rack mounts available later