STUDIOLOGIC SLEDGE 2.0 61-Key Synthesizer

61-key Synthesizer

STUDIOLOGIC SLEDGE 2.0 is a 61-key synthesizer with a semi-weighted keyboard featuring inverted keys and an even more consistent feel. The new modulation functions and the new sound mix of synthesis and sampling push the tonal possibilities of this fabulous instrument further than ever before. This new version introduces interesting technical and operational features that position this instrument above any competitor. The powerful synthesis system is now complemented by the ability to use samples, perfectly integrated with the user interface through extensive real-time controls and great immediacy. The new features further increase the sonic power and versatility of the instrument. The Studiologic and Waldorf Labs technical team has made STUDIOLOGIC SLEDGE 2.0 more versatile than a simple synthesizer, with the introduction of the DUAL function, sample loading (60 MB of internal Flash memory), and increased polyphony.
STUDIOLOGIC SLEDGE 2.0 can play two timbres simultaneously, thanks to the DUAL mode. This function is appropriately controlled by a new page in the GLOBAL mode, which allows for intuitive selection of SPLIT mode (split keyboard) or LAYER (two superimposed sounds), and the assigned sound. The combination of the two sounds can, of course, be stored in any of the 1,000 available locations.
The GLOBAL page allows enabling Pitch Bend and Hold independently for the UPPER and LOWER sounds selected in DUAL mode. This allows, for example, enabling Pitch Bend only on the UPPER sound for performing solo parts, while chords unaffected by Bending are played with the LOWER sound. Similarly, the HOLD pedal can act only on the LOWER part, for example, to maintain a DRUM GROOVE, or function as a DAMPER for a piano sound, or vice versa. Of course, HOLD can be enabled on the sounds of both the UPPER and LOWER sections.
The Reverb + Delay function allows combining both effects, maintaining the previous reverb settings, while the real-time controls (Time & Level) adjust the Delay parameters even when it is mixed with the reverb.
New sounds and samples can be loaded into the 60MB internal Flash memory and played by oscillator 1 (OSC1). The new samples can be edited directly from the control panel, with the possibility of adding other oscillators, filters, envelopes, effects, etc. This function creates an innovative combination of synthesis and sampling, allowing for further development of the instrument's sounds.
The number of simultaneous notes has now been increased to 24, providing better results when using the new operational features introduced with DUAL mode and sampling.
Sledge SPECTRE is a free application downloadable from the Studiologic website, which allows editing the main parameters of the samples: keyboard range, tuning, and more, and transmits them to SLEDGE 2.0 via the USB port. With this simple Editor, it is possible to load samples onto your computer and then download them to the instrument's memory.

Specifications

• Keyboard: 61 TP/9S semi-weighted keys, Balanced spring action, dual sensing system, Aftertouch
• Touch: Soft, Medium, Hard Fixed (programmable)
• Sound Generation
• Polyphony: Max 24 voices
• Multitimbrality: 2 Parts
• Modulations: LFO1, LFO2 (phase-synced), WHEEL (Mod Wheel and Aftertouch), adjustable modulation speed and depth. Waveforms: sawtooth, square, triangle, sine, sample & hold, ramp. Modulation destinations: OSC1, OSC2, OSC3, PWM / Wave / FM, Volume, Filter Cutoff
• Oscillators: 3: OSC1, OSC2, OSC3, range: from 61' to 1' with frequency adjustment controls for semitones and fine (detune). OSC1 with the 66 original PPG Wavetables + 60 MB memory as Sample Player. FM Synthesis: OSC2/3 modulation amplitude control, Hard Sync (OSC2 to OSC3).
• Mixer: Volume and On/Off switch for each oscillator
• Noise Generator: White/Pink, volume control
• Filter and Amplifier: Slope (24/12 db) - lowpass, highpass, bandpass
• Resonance with autoscillation, adjustable Keytrack and Drive, filter ADSR envelope, Amount control, amplifier ADSR envelope with Velocity control. Proportional filter and amplifier Velocity controls.
• Arpeggiator: Latch mode, synchronizable to MIDI clock, Directions: up, down, alternate, up to octaves range.
• Effects: 2 simultaneous FX; FX1: Chorus/Phaser/Flanger; FX2: Reverb/Delay/Reverb+Delay
• Sound: 999 User Programs (+13 Categories), quick selection via Keypad or Encoder. Auto Dual Mode - Split/Layer - programmable Split point for each Program.
• Global: Master tune - Transposer - Pitch/Bend range - Pedal functions (volume, mod wheel, cutoff) - Pot mode (snap/direct) - Display time - Pitch wheel, Hold pedal assignment.
• MIDI: MIDI Channel - Local On/Off - Clock control - Send/Receive controls
• Controls: Backlit 2x16 character LCD display; Pitch wheel; Modulation wheel; 35 Rotary potentiometers; 3 "chicken head" 7-position selectors; 1 Rotary encoder with "Push" function; Master volume (with panic and anti-thump circuits); Numeric Pad
• Connections: Audio OUT: 2 x 6.3 mm mono jack (L+R); Headphone: 2 x 6.3 mm stereo jack; Pedals: Hold, Expression; MIDI: In, Out; USB: USB to Host, MIDI
• Power Supply: AC IN: 110-240 V

Dimensions

• L x D x H: 970 x 405 x 110 mm
• Weight: 9.3 Kg