Sonicware ELZ_1 play

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Sonicware ELZ_1 play

Sonicware

ELZ_1 play

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Product Info

Article Number: 604368
Model: ELZ_1 play
Price: $768.90

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The ELZ_1 play is a seriously fun and creative little synth. It's perfect for experimental musicians, beatmakers, and anyone wanting a self-contained sound design playground that won’t break the bank. The sheer range of sounds and the built-in looper really make it a unique and inspiring instrument.

Product Description

  • Sonicware ELZ_1 play
  • Compact Synthesiser with Looper
  • 17 Synth engines
  • including low-bit
  • granular and physical modelling
  • 33 Integrated effects: Overdrive
  • reverb
  • tape echo
  • phaser and many more
  • 4-Track looper for easy recording
  • playback and overdubbing at the touch of a button
  • Built-in drum computer ‘STK Drummer’ with 5 drum kits and 100 rhythm patterns
  • 37-Key velocity-sensitive keyboard
  • High-quality stereo speakers in the side panels
  • USB audio and MIDI support
  • 512 Memory locations (128 x 4 banks) including 256 presets
  • Unique DNA Explorer engine for waveform creation from audio files
  • 128-Step sequencer with variable step length and micro timing option
  • Versatile voice modes: poly
  • mono
  • legato
  • unison
  • SD card slot for looper recordings and firmware updates
  • Operation via 9 V mains adapter (included) or 6 AA batteries (not included)
  • Dimensions: 399 x 131 x 50 mm
  • Weight: 1.12 kg
PROS
  • • Diverse synth engines offer surprising sonic textures, from gritty bit sounds to FM.
  • • The STK Drummer provides surprisingly usable and creative rhythmic foundations.
  • • DNA Explorer allows for genuinely unique sound design from audio samples.
  • • Compact size and built-in speakers make it a portable, self-contained performance unit.
CONS
  • • 37 velocity-sensitive keys feel cramped; better suited for sketching than serious playing.
  • • Sequencer, while powerful, has a less intuitive workflow than dedicated hardware.
  • • Limited polyphony in unison mode can feel restrictive with complex patches.

Product Video

Key Features

Keys 37
Key Type Velocity-Sensitive Mini Keys
Synthesis Type Low-Bit, FM, Granular, Physical Modeling, Wavetable, Sample-Based
Polyphony 16 (varies by engine; unison mode limited)
Effects 33 Integrated Effects (Overdrive, Reverb, Tape Echo, Phaser, etc.)
Connections USB Audio/MIDI, SD Card Slot, Stereo Outputs, Headphone Output
Weight Approximately 6.6 lbs (3 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s more about textural manipulation than precise sample playback; think granular processing and sonic sculpting, not pristine recreations.
Absolutely, the USB audio and MIDI functionality works seamlessly, making it a great companion for your existing software instruments and sequencing.
While it's fantastic for loops and ideas, its limited track count makes it better for building layers than recording entire song arrangements.

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