Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave Desktop Module
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Groove Synthesis
3rd Wave Desktop Module
Product Info
Article Number:
576463
Brand:
Groove Synthesis
Model:
3rd Wave Desktop Module
Category:
Sound Modules
Price:
$4,398.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The 3rd Wave is a serious contender for sound design heavyweights. It’s a hybrid powerhouse with a vintage PPG vibe but a modern, flexible workflow. Perfect for experimental musicians and producers seeking unparalleled wavetable manipulation and a truly unique sonic signature.
Product Description
- Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave Desktop Module
- Hybrider Wavetable Synthesizer
- 24-Voice polyphony
- 4-Part multitimbral
- 3 Digital oscillators per voice
- 64 User wavetable positions with 48 wavetables with 64 waveforms per table
- 32 Original 8-bit wavetables of the PPG2 instruments
- 7 Modelled analogue waveforms (Sine
- Triangle
- Supersaw
- Pulse
- White Noise
- Pink Noise)
- VCO sync
- Linear FM
- Analogue low-pass filter (Dave Rossum design)
- State-Variable Filter
- 4x ADSR+ delay envelopes
- 4x LF oscillators Triangle
- Sawtooth
- Reverse Sawtooth
- Square
- Pulse 1
- Pulse 2
- Pulse 3 and Random (S&H)
- 2 Digital effects processors (BBD
- Stereo Delay
- Tape Delay
- Chorus
- Phaser
- Flanger
- Distortion Pedal
- Rotating Speaker
- Ring Mod
- Room Reverb
- Hall Reverb
- Super Plate Reverb)
- Integrated Custom Wavetable Maker 16-bit / 96 kHz (sample-to-wave function)
- Sequencer (4 multi-part song per programme
- 24 sequences per song)
- Arpeggiator
- 16-Slot Modulation Matrix pro Multi-Part
- 41 Knobs and 43 buttons
- Pitch and Mod wheels
- 500 Presets (can be overwritten by user presets)
- Display
- Integrated power supply unit 100 - 240 V
- 50 - 60 Hz
- 65 Watt
- Dimensions (W x D x H): approx. 521 x 213 x 79 mm
- Weight: 4.63 kg
- *Connections: *
- 8 Line outputs: 6.3 mm jack (4x stereo L/R )
- Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
- MIDI In / Out / Thru
- USB MIDI
- Line Eingang: 6
- 3 mm Klinke
- Pedal input: 6.3 mm jack for sustain / foot switch
- Input for volume and expression pedal: 6.3 mm jack
PROS
- • Rossum filter design delivers exceptional warmth and dynamic response.
- • Extensive wavetable editing allows for truly unique sonic textures.
- • PPG2 wave tables provide a classic, instantly recognizable palette.
- • 4-part multitimbral capability unlocks complex, layered soundscapes.
CONS
- • The price point places it firmly in the high-end, professional category.
- • Steep learning curve for mastering the wavetable manipulation features.
- • Desktop module form factor limits portability compared to rackmount options.
Product Video
Key Features
Sounds
Hybrid wavetable synthesis combining digital oscillators with analogue filter shaping, delivering a rich, complex sonic character.
Polyphony
24-voice polyphony enables lush, layered textures and complex arrangements.
Effects
Two integrated digital effects processors offering a versatile range of BBD, tape, chorus, and reverb effects.
MIDI
Full MIDI implementation including velocity, aftertouch, and extensive parameter mapping for external control.
Connections
Comprehensive rear panel with multiple audio outputs, MIDI in/out/thru, and USB connectivity for computer integration.
Weight
Approximately 18 lbs – a substantial build quality indicates robust internal components.
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a distinct design; the Rossum filter emphasizes a smoother, more organic low-end response with a different resonance characteristic than Elektron's more aggressive filters.
Yes, the integrated wavetable editor allows for importing and manipulating custom wavetables, expanding its sonic possibilities significantly.
It's genuinely 4-part multitimbral; you can trigger and control four independent voices simultaneously, allowing for complex arrangements and sequencing capabilities.
