ION analog-modeling sound engine in a compact package.
You'll be amazed at how the Alesis Micron Analog Modeling Synth can be so sophisticated, yet so affordable. It delivers 8 voices, each with 3 oscillators, 2 multimode filters, 3 envelope generators, 2 LFOs, sample and hold, and tracking generator. 4 multitimbral parts. Programmable step sequencer and arpeggiator. Programmable rhythm sequencer for drum kits. Dynamic realtime phrase sequencer. Stereo bus effects, including reverb and 40-band vocoder. Provides 1/4" balanced stereo analog outputs and inputs with 24-bit conversion. A 37-key synth-action keyboard with velocity sensitivity allows comfortable, expressive playing. Controls include 3 continuously rotational 12-bit parameter knobs, 2 assignable modulation sliders, pitch wheel, and expression and sustain pedal inputs. Unit compatible with ION programs.
Alesis Micron Analog Modeling Synth Features:
Industry-leading ION analog-modeling sound engine in a compact package
8 voices, each with 3 oscillators, 2 multimode filters, 3 envelope generators, 2 LFOs, sample and hold, and tracking generator
4 multitimbral parts capability
Programmable step sequencer and arpeggiator
Programmable rhythm sequencer for drum kits
Dynamic realtime phrase sequencer
Stereo buss effects, including reverb and 40-band vocoder
1/4" balanced stereo analog outputs and inputs with 24-bit conversion
Posted by Tyler Bell from saginaw, michigan on Aug 20, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: former active, now internet musician
Reviewer's Play Style: disco house, electro, ghetto tech, shoe gaze.
if you are looking at this synth and the microkorg, don't be fooled into buying for the name korg. the microkorg doesn't do half of what this does, yet its the same price. this thing is amazing and i'm very relaxed to know i'll be using this every day.
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Large Variety For Little Money.
Posted by GFD from Atlanta, GA on Jul 8, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Active Musician
Reviewer's Play Style: Funk, Blues, Rockabilly, Surf, Folk
There are hundreds of interesting sounds. This will please a lot of very different musicians. There are sounds that will work well with funk, psych rock, certainly techno, hip-hop, and the more ambient music.
Since it is so versatile, you will probably be scrolling through dozens of sounds that you will not like. This is a small and understandable inconvenience. You are bound to find several precious sounds.
The vocoder was disappointing, but that did not apply to me at all. Also, the editing options are very basic, but most settings are fine the way they are.
I have become more interested in vintage keyboards, but I still come back to this for the newer sounds.
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Great Synth for a Budget!
Posted by ClockWerkKeys from Southern Indiana on May 21, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Long time musician
Reviewer's Play Style: Classic Rock, Ambient, Trance and Dance
If your like me and on a budget, this is the Hands-Down pick for a versatile, great sounding Synth! I'm currently in two bands. One is Classic Rock and the other is Ambient. I've found something on this board for both styles. The Pads are SUPER, the Basses BOOM. Vocoder is lacking, but I didn't buy this board for that anyway. With a little tweaking, this thing goes from great to Excellent! Be warned...there is a learning curve with these controls, but nothing alittle time and practice won't fix. The quality in this piece isn't great. {For example, the main control knob on mine spins off-axis.} But hey, for the price it can't be beat. I have no qualms recommending this board for anyone from beginner to pro.
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Alesis Micron
Posted by Killamonkeee from The SF Bay Area on Apr 22, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Studio and Live Mucisian
Reviewer's Play Style: Dancecore, Hardcore, Hyphy
An amazing synth geared for all genres! The controls are easy to master and turns this synth with complex features simple and fun. The Micron also looks great, especially the lights! The pitch wheel shines brighter as you turn it further either way, and the octave control buttons shine brighter or dimmer depending on how high or low the octave is. This is a wonder synth for beginners, or pros.
Reviewer's Play Style: Industrial, electro, indie, trance
This is the god of cheap synths. If you are thinking about getting a microkorg consider this. It comes with more patches, better quality sounds, easy editing and the ability to create full songs. Plus it has lots of room to save your own presets.
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