The Sequential Prophet 5 is the epitome of classic synthesizers and a must-have for anyone who takes synths seriously. The Prophet 5 is considered by Dave Smith to be the best of all Prophet-5s and boasts five voices and two multi-waveform analog oscillators. This synthesizer is the combination of all the best features from the Rev1, Rev2, and Rev3 editions and offers nothing short of excellent performance.

Authentic Sound and Aesthetics

Sequential has gone to great lengths to ensure that the Prophet 5 retains its authentic sound and appearance. The synth features premium quality Curtis analog VCOs and filters, as well as all-new 2140 low-pass filters. The inclusion of a “Rev” switch allows you to alternate between the two filter designs, giving you even more versatility and control over your sound. The new vintage knob is a particularly noteworthy addition, allowing you to dial in the “perfect” amount of “imperfection” to achieve a seemingly infinite number of sounds.

Massive Sound Possibilities

With 200 factory presets and an additional 200 user-defined programs, the Prophet 5 offers a massive range of sound possibilities straight out of the box. The inclusion of the original 40 presets from the first Prophet released in 1978, which have been featured on many iconic albums and soundtracks, is a particularly nice touch. The Poly Mod, a key aspect of the original Prophet 5’s sound, is also present in this new iteration, providing even more modulation sources and destinations for greater expression and creativity.

Modern Additions for Greater Control

While Sequential’s mission was to create a synth that was as accurate and faithful to the original as possible, they couldn’t resist adding a few modern touches. The Prophet 5 features velocity sensitivity and aftertouch, allowing you to have greater control over filter sweeps, LFOs, and amplitude changes. The inclusion of the front panel and live-panel mode makes the synth incredibly easy to play and program, allowing you to dive right into your creativity.

Wide Range of Controls and Connectivity

The Prophet 5 offers a wide range of controls and connectivity, giving you the freedom to achieve great sounds. The synth features five full octaves and 61 semi-weighted Fatar keys, providing a massive scope for musical possibilities. With its wide range of controls, oscillators, and envelopes, the Prophet 5 is sure to propel your creativity and take your expression to new heights.

Features

Authentic CEM 3340 VCOs
Five full octaves and 61 semi-weighted Fatar keys
200 presets and 200 user-defined programs

Specifications

Two authentic CEM 3340 VCOs per voice
Selectable wave shapes: Oscillator A: sawtooth, pulse; Oscillator B: sawtooth, triangle, pulse
Low-pass filter with four-pole, resonant, low-pass filter per voice
Four-stage (ADSR) filter and amplifier envelopes
Three-wave shape low frequency oscillator
Poly Mod with filter envelope and oscillator B as sources
Vintage knob for recreating the characteristics of various Prophet-5 models.

Oscillators	Two authentic CEM 3340 VCOs per voice, simultaneously selectable wave shapes: Oscillator A: sawtooth, pulse, Oscillator B: sawtooth, triangle, pulse, Pulse width per oscillator, Hard sync: oscillator 1 syncs to oscillator 2, Low frequency mode (oscillator 2), Keyboard tracking on/off (oscillator 2)
Mixer	Oscillator 1 amount, Oscillator 2 amount, White noise amount
Low-Pass Filter	Four-pole, resonant, low-pass filter per voice, Switchable between authentic versions of the Prophet-5 Rev1/2 filter and Prophet-5 Rev3 filter, Rev1/2 filter is a Dave Rossum-designed 2140, the modern counterpart of the original 2040 filter found in the Prophet-5 Rev1 and Rev2, Rev3 filter is a Doug Curtis-designed CEM 3320, Filter can be driven into self-oscillation with the Resonance control, Keyboard tracking: off, half, full
Filter Envelope	Four-stage (ADSR) envelope generator, Velocity modulation of envelope amount
Amplifier Envelope	Four-stage (ADSR) envelope generator, Velocity modulation of envelope amount
Low Frequency Oscillator	Three wave shapes: sawtooth, triangle, square, All wave shapes can be engaged simultaneously, Both Initial Amount and mod wheel control, Mod destinations: oscillator A frequency, oscillator B frequency, oscillator A and B pulse width, filter cutoff
Poly Mod	On-board Poly Mod, Modulation sources in the form of oscillator B and a filter envelope, Modulation destinations include Oscillator A frequency and pulse width, as well as a low-pass filter
Vintage Knob	Recreates the characteristics of various Prophet-5 models by varying the behavior of oscillators, envelopes, amplifiers, and other parameters
Presets	200 factory presets and 200 user-defined programs, 40 original presets from the first Prophet released in 1978
Unison Mode	Adjustable voice count, Detune and glide
Velocity Sensitivity & Aftertouch	Contemporary developments for greater control over filter sweeps, LFOs, and amplitude changes
Programmability	Easy to play and program, Front panel access to immediate sound-shaping possibilities, Live-panel mode for unpredictable performance results
Connectivity & Controls	Five full octaves, 61 semi-weighted Fatar keys, Wide range of controls and connectivity

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