Michigan Synth WorksSyncussion SY-1 Analog Drum Synthesizer + MIDI I/O (Gray)

Michigan Synth Works Syncussion SY-1

The SY-1 Drum Synth from Michigan Synth Works is a faithful reproduction of the highly sought after Pearl Syncussion, delivering classic percussion tones with a sound and form-factor that perfectly recreates the original device. With two dual-oscillator voices, each with six modes providing a variety of classic tones, the SY-1 offers new flavors to your percussion section that will continue to inspire after countless sessions.

With expanded I/O including both analog voltage control and MIDI, its easier than ever to get the most out of this classic synth in any set up. Whether you're using it as a simple two-drum percussion instrument, sequencing both voices as melodic monosynths, or going for the classic application as an extension to your acoustic drum set, the SY-1 is ready to rock with powerful bass drums and toms, snappy snares, sizzling cymbals, and classic monosynth tones.

Sculpting sounds on the SY-1 starts with selecting one of six modes, including single oscillator voices for pure kicks and toms, FM tones for cymbals and bells, a noise source for classic snares, and more. From here, each voice features controls for tuning, envelope decay, a pitch sweep, LFO, and a sample and hold. With CV control things can get even more interesting, as the SY-1 is designed to respond dynamically to triggers between 0-8V, adding musical variations which give an organic feel to drum parts. For classic drum synth tones with modern control, the SY-1 from Michigan Synth Works is a powerful percussive companion in any studio.

Syncussion SY-1 Features

• Faithful reproduction of the Pearl Syncussion Drum Synth with expanded CV/MIDI control
• Two voices each with two oscillators and six modes
• Oscillator modes: single oscillator, 2 oscillator FM, 2 oscillator mix, 2 oscillator mix + sweep, 2 oscillator FM + noise, and noise
• Tune, envelope, sweep, LFO, sample and hold, and level controls for each voice
• CV control over pitch (1v/oct)
• Trigger inputs respond dynamically to triggers between 0-8V
• MIDI control over pitch, pitchbend, velocity, VCF frequency, and triggers
• MIDI learn functionality