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Best Sequential General Synthesizers 2025

Premium Sequential general synthesizers - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $50 Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Electronic For Pop For Rock For Ambient For Film Score For Sound Design
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Sequential OB-6 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Sequential OB-6

by Sequential
Sound Design Pop Electronic
Key Feature:
• Suitable for both studio and live use
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
✗ CONS
  • • May not excel at specific synthesis methods
  • • Can be overwhelming with too many options

Sequential OB-66-Voice Analogue Synthesiser49 Lightly weighted velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch500 Factory and...

⭐ 4.8/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 379718
$3,695
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sequential Prophet REV2-8 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Sequential Prophet REV2-8

by Sequential
Pop Sound Design Ambient
Key Feature:
• Good all-around synthesis capability
✓ PROS
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
  • • Good all-around synthesis capability
✗ CONS
  • • May not excel at specific synthesis methods
  • • Can be overwhelming with too many options

Sequential Prophet REV2-88-Voice Polyphonic Analogue SynthesiserExpandable to 16 voices with optional voice cardTwo...

⭐ 4.7/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 406556
$2,199
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sequential Prophet REV2-16 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Sequential Prophet REV2-16

by Sequential
Film Score Sound Design Ambient
Key Feature:
• Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Good all-around synthesis capability
✗ CONS
  • • May not excel at specific synthesis methods
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none

Sequential Prophet REV2-1616-Voice Polyphonic Analogue SynthesiserTwo digitally controlled oscillators per voice2/4...

⭐ 4.5/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 406553
$3,174
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sequential Pro 3 Special Edition - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Sequential Pro 3 Special Edition

by Sequential
Ambient Rock Electronic
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
✗ CONS
  • • Can be overwhelming with too many options
  • • May lack specialization in any one area

Sequential Pro 3 Special EditionMonophonic / 3-Voice Paraphonic SynthesisersSpecial edition with foldable control panel...

⭐ 5.0/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 482583
$2,899
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sequential Prophet 6 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Sequential Prophet 6

by Sequential
Film Score Sound Design Rock
Key Feature:
• Good all-around synthesis capability
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Good all-around synthesis capability
✗ CONS
  • • May lack specialization in any one area
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Sequential Prophet 6Synthesiser49 Semi-weightedvelocity-sensitive keys with after-touch6 Voice polyphonyAnalogue signal...

⭐ 4.9/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 357640
$3,724
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sequential Take 5 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Sequential Take 5

by Sequential
Electronic Ambient Rock
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
  • • Often includes preset banks
✗ CONS
  • • Can be overwhelming with too many options
  • • May lack specialization in any one area

Sequential Take 55-Voice Polyphonic Analogue SynthesizerTwo analogue VCOs per voiceA continuous crossfading waveforms...

⭐ 5.0/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 526435
$1,649
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sequential Prophet 5 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Sequential Prophet 5

by Sequential
Pop Ambient Electronic
Key Feature:
• Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
  • • Often includes preset banks
✗ CONS
  • • May not excel at specific synthesis methods
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none

Sequential Prophet 55-Voice polyphonic analog synthesizerVelocity sensitive 61-key Fatar keyboard with aftertouch200...

⭐ 4.9/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 504314
$3,911
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sequential Trigon-6 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Sequential Trigon-6

by Sequential
Pop Ambient Rock
Key Feature:
• Suitable for both studio and live use
✓ PROS
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
✗ CONS
  • • May lack specialization in any one area
  • • May not excel at specific synthesis methods

Sequential Trigon-6Analogue Synthesizer6-Voice polyphonic4 Octave semi-weighted keyboard with 49 keysvelocity sensitive...

⭐ 4.9/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 555076
$3,662
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sequential Prophet 6 Case Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Sequential Prophet 6 Case Set

by Sequential
Ambient Electronic Sound Design
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
✗ CONS
  • • May not excel at specific synthesis methods
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Sequential Prophet 6 Case Set*Bundle offer comprising*, Sequential Prophet 6*Synthesiser*49...

⭐ 4.5/5 (48 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 409401
$3,860
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sequential Prophet 10 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Sequential Prophet 10

by Sequential
Pop Electronic Film Score
Key Feature:
• Suitable for both studio and live use
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Good all-around synthesis capability
✗ CONS
  • • May lack specialization in any one area
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Sequential Prophet 1010-Voice Polyphonic Analog SynthesizerVelocity sensitive 61-key Fatar keyboard with aftertouch200...

⭐ 5.0/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 504345
$4,949
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sequential Prophet 5 Headphone Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Sequential Prophet 5 Headphone Bundle

by Sequential
Electronic Film Score Ambient
Key Feature:
• Suitable for both studio and live use
✓ PROS
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
  • • Often includes preset banks
✗ CONS
  • • May lack specialization in any one area
  • • May not excel at specific synthesis methods

Sequential Prophet 5 Headphone Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Sequential Prophet 5*5-Voice polyphonic analog...

⭐ 4.6/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 528369
$3,959
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sequential Prophet 10 Special Edition - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Sequential Prophet 10 Special Edition

by Sequential
Ambient Sound Design Film Score
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Suitable for both studio and live use
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
✗ CONS
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Sequential Prophet 10 Special Edition10-Voice Polyphonic Analogue SynthesizerLimited special version in lacewood...

⭐ 4.9/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 601188
$5,489
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sequential Pro 3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Sequential Pro 3

by Sequential
Rock Sound Design Pop
Key Feature:
• Good all-around synthesis capability
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
  • • Good all-around synthesis capability
✗ CONS
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none
  • • May lack specialization in any one area

Sequential Pro 3Monophonic / 3-Voice Paraphonic Synthesisers37-Key keyboard3 Classic analogue filters (Prophet-6OB-6...

⭐ 4.4/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 482582
$2,298
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best General Synthesizers

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced general synthesizers typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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