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Waldorf

Germany, est. 1980s · 21 products across 2 categories

21
Total Products
2
Categories
$1,676
Avg Price
$371
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About Waldorf

Waldorf is a pioneering German manufacturer renowned for its innovative and often unconventional approach to synthesis. Emerging from the ashes of the Fairlight Computer Music division, the company quickly established a reputation for pushing boundaries with wavetable synthesis and unique modulation capabilities. Waldorf instruments are highly sought after by discerning musicians and sound designers seeking expressive and powerful sonic tools.

Founded
1980s
Country
Germany
Segment
Premium
Target
Waldorf instruments are ideal for experienced musicians, sound designers, and pr
Known For
Wavetable Synthesis (Blofeld, Xtar series) Velocity-sensitive filters (Microwave) Unique modulation matrix Hybrid analog/digital architecture String Resonator effect
PROS
  • • Exceptional sound quality and character
  • • Deep and flexible modulation options
  • • Innovative synthesis techniques
  • • Solid build quality and reliability
  • • Highly expressive performance capabilities
CONS
  • • Complex user interface, steep learning curve
  • • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility
  • • Can be resource-intensive for live performance
  • • Menu diving can be frustrating for some users
  • • Limited polyphony on older models

Waldorf Products

Waldorf Iridium Desktop MK2 - Sound Modules

Waldorf Iridium Desktop MK2

Sound Modules

$2,744
Weight 4.8 kg
16-Voice Synthesizer, Three digital oscillators per voice, Four multi-timbral layer,...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Waldorf Protein - Sound Modules

Waldorf Protein

Sound Modules

$371
Weight 0.75 kg
Wavetable Synthesizer, 8-voice polyphony, 4-part multitimbral, 2 wavetable oscillators based on the...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Waldorf M 16Voice - Sound Modules

Waldorf M 16Voice

Sound Modules

$2,269
Weight 5.7 kg
16-Voice Polyphonic Wavetable Synthesiser, Quadruple multitimbral (4 parts can be assigned to 4...
4.3 AudioFu Score
Waldorf Iridium Core - Sound Modules

Waldorf Iridium Core

Sound Modules

$1,862
Weight 2.2 kg
12 Voice Desktop Synthesizer, 3 Digital oscillators per voice, Selection of the following sound...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Waldorf Iridium Keyboard - Synthesizers

Waldorf Iridium Keyboard

Synthesizers

$2,956
Weight 12 kg
16-Voice Synthesiser, 49 Light-weight keys with velocity and polyphonic aftertouch (Fatar...
4.3 AudioFu Score
Waldorf M - Sound Modules

Waldorf M

Sound Modules

$1,664
Weight 5.7 kg
8-Voice Polyphonic Wavetable Synthesizer, Quadruple multitimbral (4 parts can be assigned to 4 individual...
4.3 AudioFu Score
Waldorf STVC - Synthesizers

Waldorf STVC

Synthesizers

$961
Keys 49 keys
String Synthesizer with Vocoder, 49 Keys with aftertouch and velocity, Keyboard Transpose in +/- 24...
4.9 AudioFu Score
Waldorf Blofeld Black - Sound Modules

Waldorf Blofeld Black

Sound Modules

$581
Weight 1.3 kg
Desktop Synthesiser, Up to 25 voice polyphony, 16-Part multitimbral, 3 Oscillators per voice,...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Waldorf Largo 2 - Synth

Waldorf Largo 2

Synth

$30
 A fully-fledged Waldorf synthesizer for your virtual rack. The UI has been redesigned and now enables continuous...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Waldorf PPG Wave 3.0 Version 2 - Synth

Waldorf PPG Wave 3.0 Version 2

Synth

$30
Waldorf PPG Wave 3.V is the reincarnation of the legendary PPG Wave Synthesizer, which no doubt is considered one of...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Waldorf Lector - Vocoder

Waldorf Lector

Vocoder

$169
Lector is a vocoder with superior intelligibility and performance. The 100 band stereo vocoder core is flanked by a...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Waldorf Blofeld License SL - Expansion Packs

Waldorf Blofeld License SL

Expansion Packs

$114
Please Note: For Blofeld Desktop only! Blofeld Keyboard has License SL pre-installed License SL is the Sample Play...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Waldorf PPG Wave 3.V Version 2 - Update - Synth

Waldorf PPG Wave 3.V Version 2 - Update

Synth

$51
Please note: This is an update product for owners of PPG Wave 3.V Version 1. With the new Update 2.0 of the PPG Wave...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Waldorf Blofeld - Synth

Waldorf Blofeld

Synth

$156
Blofeld expands its power! The versatile and most popular Waldorf synthesizer classic Blofeld is now also available as...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Waldorf Microwave 1 - Synth

Waldorf Microwave 1

Synth

$156
Microwave 1 35 years ago Waldorf released their first instrument, the Microwave, which took the hearts of the...
4.9 AudioFu Score
Waldorf Streichfett - Synth

Waldorf Streichfett

Synth

$114
The String Machine as a Plug-In  The sound engine of the legendary Waldorf Streichfett hardware is now available as a...
4.9 AudioFu Score
Waldorf Largo 2 - Synth

Waldorf Largo 2

Synth

$156
LARGO 2 has been redesigned and now offers a scalable user interface for use on modern 5K or FHD laptop monitors and is...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Waldorf Attack 3 - Synth

Waldorf Attack 3

Synth

$104
With Attack 3, Waldorf presents the next evolution of one of its most iconic and longest-running instruments....
4.6 AudioFu Score
Waldorf PPG Wave 3.V Version 2 - Synth

Waldorf PPG Wave 3.V Version 2

Synth

$156
With the new Update 2.0 of the PPG Wave 3.V plugin, Waldorf builds a bridge between the past and present of wavetable...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Waldorf Waldorf Edition 2 - Complete Collection

Waldorf Waldorf Edition 2

Complete Collection

$75
Tellingly, the classic Waldorf Edition has had a visual makeover, but its core values remain unchanged and...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Waldorf Nave - Synth

Waldorf Nave

Synth

$72
The award-winning Nave has succeeded in changing perceptions of what a serious iOS instrument can be, thanks to unique...
4.3 AudioFu Score

Frequently Asked Questions About Waldorf

Waldorf instruments are primarily manufactured in Germany, with some components sourced internationally. Final assembly and quality control are performed in their German facilities.

While Waldorf synthesizers offer incredible depth, their interface can be complex and requires dedication to master. However, the rewards in sonic creativity are substantial.

Waldorf frequently blends analog and digital technologies, leveraging the strengths of both to create unique and powerful synthesis engines. They're known for creatively integrating digital processing with analog filters and oscillators.

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