Waldorf Iridium Core Desktop Digital Synthesizer

The Iridium Core is a robust and compact digital synthesizer that is fully compatible with the powerful Waldorf Quantum synth engine. It offers a versatile sound design experience with its diverse synthesis capabilities and extensive modulation options. The Iridium Core runs on the Waldorf Synthesis Platform OS, ensuring a seamless and powerful user experience. With a durable metal case, this synthesizer is built for both studio and on-the-go use, weighing in at just 2.2 kg. It features a highly responsive, industrial-grade touch screen with a resolution of 1024x600 pixels, complete with brightness control for optimal viewing in any environment.

Key Features

• Flexible Sound Generation: The Iridium Core features three oscillators, each with five synthesis modes: Wavetable, Waveform (VA), Particle (Sampling and Granular Sampling), Resonator, and Kernels. It also has a Digital Former with various filter models and effects like Bit-Crusher and Ring-Modulation.
• Advanced Filters: A dual stereo filter system provides true stereo paths with independent modes, including 12/24dB LP/HP/BP and models like Nave, Largo, PPG, and Quantum. The filter view includes an analyzer and sophisticated routing options with modulatable panning and levels.
• Comprehensive Modulation: The Mod Matrix offers 40 slots for complex sound shaping. It features six envelopes, six LFOs, and a Komplex Modulator, which is a combination LFO/Envelope with user-definable shapes and morphing.
• Performance and Connectivity: Performance features include an advanced arpeggiator, a step-sequencer with up to 64 steps, and two sets of four assignable button pads for notes or chords. The Iridium Core is MPE capable and includes an XY control and wheels on the touchscreen for MIDI controls. Connections include DIN MIDI In & Out, USB Type B for computer connection, and USB Type A for storage media and MIDI devices.
• Extensive Patch Memory and Samples: The synthesizer comes with over 1700 factory patches and has a memory capacity of 7000 patch slots. Patches from Quantum and other Iridium variants can be loaded and saved, with a category filter available for the patch list. It also includes 2.6 GB of sample flash memory, preloaded with 2 GB of factory samples.

Specifications

• Voices: 12 voice polyphony, duo-timbral
• Dimensions: 346 mm wide x 200 mm depth x 64 mm height (13.6 in x 7.9 in x 2.5 in) including controls
• Weight: 2.2 kg (4.85 lbs)
• Screen: Industrial-grade highly responsive touch screen with 1024x600 pixel resolution and brightness control
• Connections:
  • Stereo Audio Out: 2x TS jacks
  • Stereo Audio In: 2x TS jacks
  • Headphones: TRS output with level control
  • MIDI: DIN MIDI IN & Out, mini-TRS Type A (two adapters included)
  • USB: USB Type B (device) and USB Type A (host)
  • Storage: MicroSD slot
  • CV/Clock: 2 high-resolution CV Inputs and Analog clock In & Out
• Power Supply: External Power Supply with Input 100-240 V / AC 50-60 Hz and Output 12 V DC/3 A

Package Contents

• Iridium Core Synthesizer
• Two MIDI adapters: mini TRS to DIN sockets
• Power Supply
• Printed Quick Start Guide