Uranograph is an electronic musical instrument that merges the expressive depth of classical instruments with the limitless possibilities of synthesis. A complete, self-contained world designed for live experimental performance, where every gesture, touch, and modulation is sculpted in real time.Its capacitive tactile keys and instant note articulation encourage musicians to develop a deep connection with its behavior, refine their technique, and master its nuances.With its ability to effortlessly reproduce microtonal notes, Uranograph is well-suited for exploring diverse musical expressions and cultural scales.Its unique digital engine blends additive phase distortion with west-coast shaping, creating textures that feel raw, ancient, alien — like melodies echoing across a desert, or resonating in a distorted future city. Uranograph integrates an extensive 5-voice synthesis core, FX processing (both for internal and external sources), and a 2-reel looper into a seamless creative tool. Performance Keyboard Uranograph's note keyboard serves as more than just an input device- it is the expressive heart of the instrument, providing a deeply responsive and flexible interface for performance and exploration of alternative tunings.From the lightest tap to the deepest press, every gesture becomes sound. Bend, swell, brighten, or fade a note using only your fingers — just like on an acoustic instrument.The keyboard becomes an extension of your expression — not just a controller, but your primary instrument. Microtonal flexibility With a harmonic aliasing system, each keyplate can trigger up to three voices in harmony, following custom intervals.Create per-key chords, shifting textures, or stacked harmonics with modulatable density. Play full chords from a single key Each key can be easily assigned to any pitch or pure frequency, providing complete flexibility in keyboard layout design and tuning. Whether adhering to traditional Western tuning, exploring Arabic maqams, Indian ragas, or experimental microtonal divisions, Uranograph provides an extensive range of tonal possibilities.An ideal instrument for non-standard tuning, enabling deep engagement with diverse musical traditions and avant-garde soundscapes. Controlkeyboard Uranograph features a dedicated control keyboard designed for dynamic, hands-on sound transformation. Unlike traditional mod wheels or faders, this touch-based control surface enables real-time interaction with synthesis parameters, allowing for expressive, gestural modulation. The control keyboard is divided into three functional sections: Articulation, Octave Shift / Pitch bend, and ModKeys. Advanced phrasing techniques Three articulation plates provide instant access to canonical articulations found in stringed instruments: glissando (smooth pitch slides between consecutive notes) trillo (alternates between notes) staccato (different envelope engine that shortens note duration and create percussive attack) Real-time modulation Two ModKeys plate dynamically responds to pressure, enabling simultaneous control over multiple parameters. By integrating expressive modulation gestures with the performance keyboard, players can shape fluid, evolving textures that respond organically to touch—enhancing expressivity and immediacy in synthesis. Synthesis Core Uranograph’s digital engine is rooted in additive and phase-morphing synthesis, offering a unique and expressive way to shape its five oscillators. At its core lies a sine wave oscillator, which serves as the foundation for tone sculpting. Through three key parameters — Size, Tilt, and Fold — this pure waveform can be bent, skewed, and folded into a wide range of timbres.By manipulating phase rather than filtering harmonics, Uranograph produces sounds that evolve organically — from warm, bell-like tones to sharp, metallic textures. A dedicated sub-oscillator reinforces the low end, adding weight and depth.Staying true to West Coast synthesis traditions, Uranograph also includes a secondary oscillator, which can operate as an additional sound source or as a modulator at both audio and low frequencies — expanding the instrument’s potential for complex, cross-modulated timbres. Stereo morphing delay Uranograph’s delay is designed for polyrhythmic textures and spectral shaping, merging classic echo behavior with Karplus-Strong-inspired resonation.It morphs smoothly between rhythmic repetition and tonal reinforcement, becoming both a time-based effect and a sonic enhancer. Diffuse From tight, reflective rooms to vast, enveloping ambient clouds, Uranograph’s reverb gives you full spatial control with a single knob. Whether you’re adding subtle presence or immersing your sound in cinematic atmosphere, the transition is seamless and expressive — making space an integral part of your performance. Two reel tape looper At the heart of Uranograph’s sonic capabilities is its dual-reel tape looper, built for advanced real-time recording, overdubbing, and layering.Main features: One‑shot mode – Waits for audio, then records a fixed-length loop. Continuous mode– Inspired by Frippertronics, it records endlessly, evolving with each pass. Re-Pitch: loops can be repitched and triggered melodically from the keyboard—turning captured sound into a playable instrument. The two reels are time and volume-independent and capture the post-effect mix. Specifications Dual-CPU digital instrument with 24-bit codec Precision CNC-machined from a solid aluminum block, anodized and laser-engraved for durability 350 × 360 mm dimensions Stainless steel capacitive touch plates, offering long-lasting life Touch-bend surfaces crafted from special opaline black plexiglass VESA 75x75 M6 screws on the back 50 Keyboard layouts 3x Oscillators synthesis core 2x Additional aliasing oscillators 1x Complex assignable LFO External input with XLR/6,3mm combo input with preamp and phantom power Stereo morphing delay Single knob diffuse control Two-reel performative tape looper Performative save and recall with a capacity of 96 presets Metronome for live performance, routed only to the headphones High-quality headphones output via a 3.5mm jack, featuring a dedicated level control Dual balanced line-level TRS outputs 1x combo 3,5mm analog clock IN/MIDI clock in 1x assignable CV in 1x 3,5mm analog clock OUT Power: 15V center-positive DC adapter.
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