Waldorf Rocket analogue synthesizer module
Waldorf
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Specifications
Product features
- 19-inch rack size
- Not applicable
- Number of keys
- None
- Arpeggiator/sequencer
- Arpeggiator
- Control
- Other
- Synthesizer inputs
- Line in
- Sound source
- Analogue
- MIDI & other
- MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI over USB
- Synthesizer outputs
- Line out jack, headphone
- Type of keys
- Not applicable
- Synthesizer type
- Desktop module
Weight and dimensions including packaging
- Weight
- 1,4 kg
- Dimensions
- 31,8 x 22,8 x 11,0 cm
Product specifications
- Waldorf Rocket analogue synthesizer module
- multimode filter (VCF) with low pass/band pass/high pass
- filter keytrack
- filter responds to aftertouch
- VCF input
- oscillator section with sawtooth, square wave, pulse width modulation and hard sync
- monophonic in essence
- up to 8 oscillators in unison for chords or high-density sawtooth
- low-frequency oscillator (LFO)
- envelopes for VCA, VCF and sync
- booster for an aggressive sound
- arpeggiator with various rhythm patterns
- glide (portamento)
- USB-powered
- MIDI in and out
- comprehensive control panel
- MIDI and USB controllable
- MIDI clock sync
- line output
- headphone output (loud)
- launch key for easy pre-listening
- made in Germany
- dimensions: 185 x 185 x 65 mm
- weight: 900 grams
No alternatives found
Specifications
Product features
- 19-inch rack size
- Not applicable
- Number of keys
- None
- Arpeggiator/sequencer
- Arpeggiator
- Control
- Other
- Synthesizer inputs
- Line in
- Sound source
- Analogue
- MIDI & other
- MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI over USB
- Synthesizer outputs
- Line out jack, headphone
- Type of keys
- Not applicable
- Synthesizer type
- Desktop module
Weight and dimensions including packaging
- Weight
- 1,4 kg
- Dimensions
- 31,8 x 22,8 x 11,0 cm
Product specifications
- Waldorf Rocket analogue synthesizer module
- multimode filter (VCF) with low pass/band pass/high pass
- filter keytrack
- filter responds to aftertouch
- VCF input
- oscillator section with sawtooth, square wave, pulse width modulation and hard sync
- monophonic in essence
- up to 8 oscillators in unison for chords or high-density sawtooth
- low-frequency oscillator (LFO)
- envelopes for VCA, VCF and sync
- booster for an aggressive sound
- arpeggiator with various rhythm patterns
- glide (portamento)
- USB-powered
- MIDI in and out
- comprehensive control panel
- MIDI and USB controllable
- MIDI clock sync
- line output
- headphone output (loud)
- launch key for easy pre-listening
- made in Germany
- dimensions: 185 x 185 x 65 mm
- weight: 900 grams
Product information
Product no: 9000-0005-3878
General
The Waldorf Rocket is an attractively priced analogue synthesizer module, designed by none other than Axel Hartmann, an award-winning synthesis expert. Spend some time with the Rocket and you’ll soon notice that the powerful sound of this synth cuts through any mix. That’s right, this rugged Rocket’s got attitude.
Ready? Launch!
Don’t be fooled by its moderate control panel - with only ten knobs and eight switches, this Waldorf synth module can do more than you’d expect at first glance. Although it’s essentially monophonic, the Rocket allows you to create a powerful unison sawtooth with up to eight oscillators. Under certain conditions, chords are also an option, lending a semi-polyphonic quality to the synth. The Rocket features a multimode filter with keytrack and resonance, and there’s even a booster that adds warmth to your signal after the filter. True synth freaks will know what to do with that! An LFO and an arpeggiator are also at your disposal. Of course a rocket wouldn’t be of any use without a launch option. The Waldorf Rocket’s launch button produces a tone for you - ideal for pre-listening if you don’t have a keyboard at hand.
Who benefits from the Waldorf Rocket?
If you have any experience with sound synthesis, this synth module offers plenty to keep you occupied for some time. However, as it excels at generating extreme, direct sounds, the Rocket is likely to be particularly popular among DJs and electro musicians. Real fans might even consider combining a number of Rockets in their (live) setup - the price is certainly no objection. An analogue synthesizer with such a range of parameters is definitely a deal worth considering!
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Service promise
Bax Music Warranty This product comes with a 3-year warranty.
This product comes with a 3-year warranty.
Reviews (8)
Rating
Reviews from other countries
Waldorf Rocket analogue synthesizer module
Le rocket est un module simple et direct, on branche à un controleur midi (le keystep d'arturia lui va à ravir) et on laisse aller direct son inspiration ! C'est simple et efficace.
On tourne deux trois potard et on sort tout de suite quelque chose d'exploitable de la basse aux leads sans problème !
Ca sonne super, pour moi il y a un grain assez vintage entre basse agressive, acid sans problème aux leads aériens.
Le filtre analo est très bon on n'a pas l'impression d'avoir un son numérique.
Le mode 8 voice en paraphonie est assez cool bien que limité pour sortir des bons petits dub techno chords ou un petit pads simple.
Le LFO lui aussi limité reste bien ainsi que le mode arpégio qui avec le glide permet de faire pas mal de cool sons. Dommage que l'on ne puisse pas utiliser le LFO et l'arpégio en même temps.
Le petit drive fait la job aussi, moins sur le mode para-phonique je trouve, mais quand on envois pas mal de résonance sur une séquence acid ça réagi bien.
L'enveloppe est un peux trop limité aussi mais sur des séquences simple c'est suffisant.
Et surtout pas de réglage de volume global !!! En studio c'est moins grave mais c'est chiant en live.
Bref malgré ses limitations sus-nommées j'adore ce petit synthé qui est un super module de base inspirant pour commencer un morceau, une simple machine avec un super son, très bon rapport qualité prix à mon sens !
Waldorf Rocket analogue synthesizer module
Major drawback, audio output is mono. I use a splitter to port it to stereo channel.
I use an Arturia Keystep, and combined with the Rocket Arp it creates very nice bass loops.
The MIDI OUT seems to be useless. I connected it to an old DR-3 drummer MIDI channel 1, but no avail. The MIDI set button hole at the rear doesn't set the OUT I guess. The default MIDI channel number is a mystery. The manual says nothing. Bummer.
For the sound I definitely recommend this machine. My 5 stars given.
Waldorf Rocket analogue synthesizer module
Sluit er een sequencer op aan en zet hem in de Arp stand en je kan hele aparte en zeer ritmische basslijntjes te voorschijn toveren.
De module heeft - net zoals de Streichfett - zijn sonische beperkingen, maar het is zeker geen one trick pony.
nadelen: ruis op de headphone uitgang, geen attack knop
Waldorf Rocket analogue synthesizer module
-she's ugly
-no cv/gate
-no ADSR
-no master out volume
-noisy headphone out
Pros:
-Awesome sound
-Beautiful sound
-Versatility
-Fun factor
-Sonic capability (unbelievable actually)
-No ADSR :) :)
The Rocket kicks the shit out of the microbrute,
I mean it's more like the volca bass wich has alredy kicked the shit out of the rest for this money.
Buy it.
Waldorf Rocket analogue synthesizer module
Waldorf Rocket analogue synthesizer module
Waldorf Rocket analogue synthesizer module
Output via 1x6,35mm jack.
Headphone out via 3,5mm jack met volume regeling.
Kort samengevat: Makkelijk, licht, vet analoog geluid, iets beperkt in mogelijkheden.
Ik ben aangenaam verrast door en zeer tevreden over deze synth.
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