Sound designers and synthesizer aficionados will rejoice over the Waldorf M, a four-part, eight-voice hybrid wavetable synthesizer that hails back to the original Microwave synthesizer—complete with analog filters.

The dual oscillator synthesizer features classic Microwave and modern Microwave II/XT sound generation modes with a total of 2048 patches, broken up into 16 banks of 128 sounds. Each sound set was produced by renown sound designers and includes the classic Microwave sound sets, such as MW1 Factory Sound Set, MW1 Soundpool 1-5, the fat-sounding Analogue and Bassco, as well as PPG Wave 2.3 sounds cleverly converted for the original Microwave. The M features an analog lowpass 24 dB/Oct voltage-controlled filter (VCF is the SSI 2144 improved ladder type) with resonance and analog saturation, as well as a true stereo analogue VCA with panning options. Modulation is available from four advanced envelope generators and two LFOs.

The rear panel features a 1/4" stereo headphone output, two 1/4" stereo main outputs, plus four 1/4" aux outputs. The full-sized 5-pin DIN MIDI connectors provide in, out, and thru. Additionally, the instrument features USB MIDI from the Type-B connector that works directly with your computer. An SD-card slot is available for system upgrades and backups of all your favorite patches.

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Classic Microwave Sound Generation    Modern Microwave II Sound Generation    24 dB Analog Filter with Saturation    True Stereo Analog VCA with Panning    16 Banks of 128 Sound (2048 Total)    LCD Display with 4 Endless Encoders    Main Stereo Output + Four Aux Outputs    Four Enveloped and Two LFOs    5-Pin DIN MIDI In, Out, Thru + USB MIDI    SD-Card Slot for Upgrades and Backup

• Oscillators: 2 wavetable oscillators with independent wavetables and two different tone generation models—classic Waldorf Microwave I model and modern Waldorf Microwave II model. There are 96 Factory Wavetables + 32 slots for User Wavetables
• Filter: Analog low-pass 24 dB/oct VCF (SSI 2144 improved ladder type) with saturation
• Amplifier: Analog stereo VCA for each voice
• Envelopes: 4 envelope generators; 8 point loopable time/level wave envelope generator, VCF and VCA ADSR envelopes and a free assignable loopable 4 points time/level envelope
• LFOs: 2 LFOs with different waveforms
• Arpeggiator with 16 preset patterns, chord mode and the ability to synchronize to MIDI clock
• Sound storage: 2048 Sound programs + 128 Multi programs
• Polyphony: 8/16 voices polyphony (16 voices available with the expansion board installed)
• Multitimbrality: 4 parts, which can be assigned to 4 individual stereo outputs
• MIDI: USB 2.0 and DIN (5-pin DIN connector with in/out/thru)
• Compatible with classic Waldorf Microwave I sysex messages (sound bank transfer / sound transfer)
• SD card for loading / storing user content as soundbanks and wavetables

M offers two oscillators with independent wavetable generators. A wavetable is a table consisting of single waveforms. Each waveform is classified by its own special sound character. 

The main difference of wavetable synthesis in comparison with other sound-generation principles is the ability to not only to play one waveform per oscillator but also to step through the wavetable via different modulations, thereby creating wavetable sweeps. The results can be dramatic—much more so than most sample playback-based systems can produce. 

This principle offers powerful capabilities. To give some examples: 

• The wave envelope can modulate the position within the wavetable. 
• Each note on a keyboard can access a different wave of a wavetable. 
• An LFO can modulate the position within the wavetable. You can create subtle to drastic sound changes. 
• User-selected controllers, such as the Mod wheel, can change the position within the wavetable. When you turn the wheel while playing a chord, each note’s wave will be modified instantly.

In the Oscillator Mixer section, you control the volumes of both oscillators and the Noise generator. If an oscillator volume dial is turned fully counterclockwise, no signal is passed. The Ring Modulator is available, if the Modern Microwave II mode is active.

M offers an analog low-pass filter with 24 dB/oct and resonance. This is a SSI 2144 ladder type with saturation.

M offers an a true stereo analog VCA with panning option. Right beside the VCA section, a glide function can be found.

M’s envelopes allow you to manipulate sound parameters via rate or timed modulations. M offers four independent programmable envelopes for every sound program:

• VCF Envelope: This envelope is designed to control the VCF but can also be used for other modulations.
• VCA Envelope: This envelope is designed to control the sound volume but can also be used for other modulations.
• Wave Envelope: This envelope with 8 different times and levels (multisegment envelope) is designed to control the wave scanning for a wavetable, but can also be used for other modulations.
• Free Envelope: This envelope with 4 different times and levels (multisegment envelope) can be used freely to perform additional modulations on any module.

An envelope is started by pressing a key. It ascends to its maximum value at the rate determined by the Attack parameter. It then descends at the rate determined by the Decay value until it reaches the predetermined Sustain value. It remains at this value until the key is released. The envelope then descends to zero at the rate determined by the Release parameter.

In addition to the main oscillators, M is equipped with two low-frequency oscillators (LFOs) that can be used for modulation purposes. Each LFO generates a periodic waveform with adjustable frequency and shape.

A modulation can be described as a signal-generating unit's influence upon a sound parameter. The terms used in this context are Source and Destination. There is no Modulation matrix as in our other Waldorf synthesizers. We made a conscious decision to set up the modulation facilities directly on the corresponding display page, i.e. in the respective sections as Oscillators, VCF or VCA.

An arpeggiator is a device that splits an incoming chord into its individual notes and repeats them rhythmically. Different play modes can be defined for the arpeggiator to cover a wide range of applications.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Could you tell me please what's the difference between this head and Z1 ? Thanks

A: Compared to B&H #ARZ1DPQSP, which is the Monoball Z1, the Z1g+ has Dual 360 Panning Axes. It is also slightly taller at 5.3 compared to 4.7 on the Z1.

Q: 2. There is some incomplete information on both the listing and the Q&A. Can you please provide the full maximum dimensions of supported devices? i.e Width x Height?

A: Hopefully this will solve and make this question more clear. The Glide Gear Face-2-Face Interview Periscope is compatible with phone and tablets with a width no greater than 18 cm or 7 inches.

Q: 3. Is it waterproof?

A: The FLM CP30-M5 is not fully waterproof, but can be used in shallower depths without issues. Regular maintenance and cleaning/rinsing to remove sediments are recommended if submersed or if used in saltwater.

Q: 4. What are the LED panel lights in the video? Or what would be recommended?

A: Here is a list of LED panel lights similar to the ones in the video: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/products/On-Camera-Lights/ci/2026/N/3907816526?filters=fct_a_features_3047%3Adimmable%2Cfct_mount-type_3046%3A1-4-20-thread%2Cfct_power-connection-source_3044%3Aproprietary-battery-pack%2Cfct_technology_3042%3Aled

Q: 5. Is this Z1+?

A: I have the z1 sp and it looks the same as the one you have. I understand that the z1+ is a more recent version of the z1 with double panning capability. It is marked with the z1+ designation on the same side of the head as the one you show, so I would think that yours is not the z1+ version. No doubt there would be a price premium for the z1+ version.

Q: 6. Can I adapt this lens to EF Mount to use with Ursa Mini Pro?

A: Not sure sorry

Q: 7. Would these binoculars be be good for boating in open water? Thanks

A: While the stabilization system in the ZEISS 20x60 Classic S Image Stabilization Binoculars would work well on a boat, the 20x magnification is not considered a good magnification for nautical use. The 7x50 binoculars are considered best for boating and because they are only 7x magnification, a stabilizer is not needed. I would recommend this Steiner 7x50: https://bhpho.to/3otqVti

Q: 8. Does this come with a case?

A: Yes, the Glide Gear Face-2-Face Interview Periscope & Teleprompter Hybrid comes with included carry case.

Q: 9. How much do the binoculars alone weigh?

A: The ZEISS 20x60 Classic S Image Stabilization Binoculars weight approximately 3.7 pounds or 1.7 kilograms.

Q: 10. What are the differences between the Deluxe and Standard versions?

A: With the Deluxe, 2 x GG160 LED Lights and 2 x 7 Friction Arms are included.