The VOCODER VC340 recreates the classic vocoder effect that turns a vocal input into a synthesizer-driven, robotic-sounding voice, a signature sound across decades of electronic and pop music. Its analog-style circuitry aims for that authentic, characterful vocoder tone rather than a sterile digital emulation. The VC340 brings a genuinely iconic effect to any performance or production setup. Features: Authentic analog vocoder, human voice and strings sounds from the ’80s Vocoder sounds that wrote musical history and inspired some of the most famous artists and bands Microphone input to modulate any audio signal Multistage chorus based on legendary BBD (bucket-brigade delay) technology 37 full-size, semi-weighted keys featuring velocity sensitivity 32 sliders and switches provide direct, real-time access to all important parameters Comprehensive USB/MIDI implementation for connection to keyboard/sequencers