DISC Moog Minimoog Model D Analog Synthesizer, Walnut

Full Description

Hand-Crafted Walnut Finish

One of the most unique and prominent features of the Minimoog Model D is the meticulously hand-crafted design which is crafted by skilled technicians at the Moog Factory. The exterior wood housing is constructed from premium-grade walnut, which is then reinforced with an aluminium chassis for structural integrity and a sleek aesthetic finish.

Classic Sound Meets Modern Innovations

The Minimoog Model D features the same internal circuitry and signal path as its predecessor, providing you with that signature Moog sound with the added bonus of modern enhancements. The premium Fatar keyboard is a new addition to the Model D's design, featuring expressive controls such as velocity and after pressure sensitivity for natural and fluid playability. This allows you to create any sound you desire from atmospheric pads to cutting-edge leads.

New Modifications

Whilst this re-issue stays true to the original design, it also features a range of upgrades and modifications. The trilogy of vintage Moog oscillators acts as the heart of the synthesizer, with military spec precision resistors. Modifications have been made to the CV, Modulation and Overload sections. The CV modifications are comprised of new outputs added for Pitch, Aftertouch, Velocity and Gate. The Modulation now includes an analog Triangle/Square wave LFO and Filter Envelope added as modulation sources. The output of the Minimoog Model D is scaled and fed back to the External Audio Input, allowing you to deliver overdrive. The circuit board connectors have also been improved for touring reliability.

The Origin Of The Minimoog

This re-issue of the classic synthesizer retains all the functionality and the same design as the original. The original was first released in the 1970s and set a benchmark for analog synthesis, being used in a wide range of songs. It set a precedent for synthesizers, combining the sound of Moog's large-format modular synths with the convenience and accessibility of pre-wired modules. The Minimoog Model D has been used by artists such as Dr. Dre, Gary Numan, Herbie Hancock, Trent Reznor and more. No changes have been made to this re-issue, retaining the original sound engine and audio signal path, capturing the essence of the vintage-sound.

Pristine Analog Circuitry

The analog circuit boards have been faithfully recreated using the original design blueprints and component placements. This captures the warmth and grit of the original analog design, using custom reissued transistors to deliver the exceptional sound quality and tonal character. The design has been slightly improved upon, with new features such as the premium-grade Fatar keyboard with velocity and Aftertouch. MIDI integration is also included, bringing the Model D into the modern day. This allows you to use your synth with MIDI compatible devices such as audio interfaces and DAWs, incorporating your synth into your music productions.

Features

• Limited-edition walnut finish
• 3 vintage Moog oscillators
• Classic Moog low pass ladder filter with resonance
• Analog circuit boards recreated using original designs and component placement
• Custom reissued transistors critical to sound quality and character
• Military spec precision resistors
• Precision Linear System matched JFETs in oscillators
• Classic thermoset, knurled pitch and mod wheels
• CV Modifications: outputs added for Pitch, Aftertouch, Velocity and Gate (Aftertouch and Velocity have dedicated output level attenuators)
• Modulation Modifications: analog Triangle/Square wave LFO and Filter Envelope added as modulation sources, as well as an External Modulation CV input
• Overload Modification: the output of the Minimoog Model D is automatically scaled and fed back to the External Audio Input for instantly available overdrive
• Improved circuit board connectors for touring reliability
• Fatar TP-9 keybed with velocity and aftertouch
• MIDI in, out and thru

Specifications

Sound Sources (5)

• Oscillators x 3
• Noise Generator
• External Input

OSCILLATORS

• Frequency Range: 0.1 to 20 kHz (In Six Overlapping Ranges)
• Oscillator Stability (short term) > 0.25
• Waveforms: Triangle, Triangle-Sawtooth (Oscillator–1, Oscillator–2), Reverse Sawtooth (Oscillator–3), Sawtooth, Rectangle, Wide Pulse, Narrow Pulse

Noise Generators

• White
• Pink

LFO

Rate: 0.05Hz to 200 Hz Waveform: Triangle (knob down); Square (knob up)

External Input

• Input Range: +10 millivolts to +2 volts
• Input Impedance: 1MEG Ohms

Filter

• Filter Type: Voltage Controlled Low Pass (Moog Ladder Filter)
• Cutoff Frequency Range: 10 Hz to 20 kHz
• Filter Slope: 24 dB per Octave
• Filter Resonance: At Cutoff Frequency

Contour Generators

• Attack Time: 1 millisecond to 10 seconds
• Decay Time: 4 milliseconds to >35 seconds
• Sustain Level: 0 to 100 of Contour peak
• Filter Contour Width: 0 to 4 Octaves

Voltage Controlled Amplifiers (VCA)

• Loudness Contour Dynamic Range: 80 dB

Audio Input Levels

• 1/4inch External Signal Input Voltage : +10 millivolts (min); +10 volt (max.) Nominal Input Impedance: 1000K Ohms