Oberheim introduces the TEO-5 Desktop Module version of its 5-voice polyphonic analog synthesizer. Here's how the manufacturer describes this synthesizer: "TEO-5 is a modern instrument, crafted with classic analog soul, yet sleek and powerful for today's sonic journeys".
The new model retains all the features of the original TEO-5, except for the keyboard and LFO (Mono/Poly) functionality. These features are now combined into one section instead of two separate ones. Like the full-size synth, the module boasts analog VCOs and VCFs. The two VCOs offer selectable waveforms, hard sync, and X-Mod settings. It also has a vintage control, effects section, arpeggiator, sequencer, and more.
Oberheim TEO-5 Desktop Module Specs:
5-voice, 2x VCOs with saw, square/pulse, triangle, and noise
Oscillator hard sync and X-Mod with linear through-zero FM
Simultaneously selectable wave shapes plus sub-oscillator
Discrete SEM-lineage VCF delivers authentic Oberheim tone and presence
Filter State knob morphs from low-pass to high-pass through notch, with selectable band-pass mode
Poly and Mono LFOs with 5 wave shapes and tempo sync
Meticulously modeled envelope responses based on OB-8
Modulation matrix with 19 slots x 19 sources x 64 destinations in a flexible design where almost any mod route is possible, including audio rate sources and destinations.
Enhanced unison allows variable voice stacking from 1-5 voices
Polyphonic portamento
Vintage knob recreates vintage synth characteristics by adding voice-to voice variations in component behavior
Full-featured arpeggiator
Polyphonic step sequencer with up to 64 steps
One dedicated reverb effect with damping, pre-delay, decay and tone
One multi-effect with stereo delay, BBD delay, tape delay, chorus, flanger, Oberheim phase shifter and ring modulator emulations, vintage rotating speaker, distortion, high-pass filter and Lo-Fi
Dedicated overdrive effect
256 factory programs in classic and modern styles, with storage space for 256 more custom user programs
Direct program access, including single-button access to the current set of 16 programs
Velocity sensitivity adds expressiveness to volume and filter
Hold switch latches held notes on
Manual switch: when on, the front panel is live; what you see is what you hear
Integral, fanless, heatsink-free power supply
High-resolution OLED display enables patch management and easy access to advanced features
Desktop Module Weight: 6.8 lbs. Dimensions: 21” L x 7” W x 3.5” H
Ins & Outs: Right, Left and Headphone outputs | Footswitch sustain and expression pedal inputs | 5-pin DIN MIDI In, Out, Thru | USB MIDI
The Oberheim TEO-5 Desktop Module will be available for purchase at an estimated price of around $1,500. Visit the official Oberheim website for more information about this synthesizer.
