UDO AUDIO SUPER 8 | 16-voice Polyphonic Bi-timbral Analog-hybrid Performance Synthesizer

SUPER 8 

16-Voice Polyphonic Bi-Timbral Analog-Hybrid Performance Synthesizer

Designed to inspire exploration and sonic play, the UDO Super 8 is the next evolution in the Super series that sits between the Super 6 and the Super Gemini in size and power. At its core, the Super 8 features two independent binaural analog-hybrid synthesizer signal chains using UDO's proprietary and proven synthesizer technology. The instrument boasts up to 16 voices of polyphony and two unique timbres, each with their own independent effect chain. Like its larger sibling the Super Gemini, voices and timbral layers can be split, duelled, and sequenced, all at the touch of a single control.

The Super 8 balances power, playability, and performance. It is powered by complex FPGA digital oscillators and decorated with expansive tonal features such as wavemorphing, cross and ring modulation, bidirectional sync, and an all-analog signal path to the output. The instrument is equipped with a 61-note semiweighted keybed with polyphonic aftertouch, left hand performance controls, 256 performance and patch slots, 32 interchangeable waveforms, and 16 sequences.

• 61-Key Weighted Keyboard with Aftertouch
• 16-Voice Polyphony, Four Voicing Modes
• Two Digital Oscillators per Voice
• Analog VCF with 4-Pole LPF and HPF
• Analog VCA with Dynamics Control
• Binaural Audio Output, Stereo FX
• 3 Env (DADDSR, DADSR, ASR) Invert, Loop
• Comprehensive Mod Matrix, MPE Support
• 64-Step Sequencer + Arpeggiator
• 256 Performances, 256 Patches, 16 Seq

Super Evolved

As the next evolution in the Super family, the 16-voice Super 8 sits confidently between the Super 6 and the Super Gemini. This synth is the distillation of the UDO philosophy of the power of play, with dual cores and the same playability features of its bigger cousin, all in a more compact and simplified presentation. It's the best of both worlds.

Duality in Sound

The Super 8 allows you to effortlessly transition between two independent synth layers, inspiring textural, deep, and rich soundscapes at a touch. With UDO's championed powerful, flexible and immediate sound, this synthesizer is designed to take you on a sonic journey.

Respected Tradition Meets Cutting-Edge Innovation

Using the tried and tested UDO framework of state-of-the-art FPGA digital architecture with archetypal voltage-controlled synthesizer technology, the Super 8 is a harmonious meeting of old and new in ideas and techniques. All contained within a no-expense-spared build with the highest quality components, The Super 8 is an instrument for life.

What is Binaural?

Binaural refers to the twin synthesizer signal paths. In Binaural mode, each channel (ear) has a complete synthesizer voice. You can detune and de-phase the left and right oscillators or amplitude and filter (and indeed other parameters) relative to each other. Ranging from subtle to extreme, this unique feature allows for experimenting with the width of the sound and creates an improved sense of 3D positioning. It has in this sense one super voice for every two conventional voices.

FPGA Digital Oscillators

The Super Series instruments leverage the power of ultraprecision FPGA digital oscillators for a direct and alias-free sound source. This innovative technology combined with an archetypal analog signal path to the outputs provides a rich and flexible sound canvas that can be sculpted for warm basses, expansive pads, and sparkling leads.

Specifications

• Sound Generation
  • Analog/Digital Hybrid
• Keyboard
  • 61 Full-Size Keys with Semi-Weighted Action
• Touch Sensitivity
  • Yes
• Aftertouch
  • Polyphonic Aftertouch
• Expression Controls
  • 1x Pitch/Modulation
• Number of Sounds, Kits, or Samples
  • 256x Factory Sound Preset
  • 32x User Sample
• Number of Rhythm Pattern Presets
  • 16x User Pattern
• Maximum Polyphony
  • 8 Voice (Stereo) / 16 Voice (Mono)
• Multitimbrality
  • 2-Part (Monotimbral)
• Built-In Effects
  • 1x Modulation: Chorus (24-Bit / 192 kHz)
  • 1x Delay: 24-Bit / 192 kHz
• Performance Functions
  • Arpeggiator, Sequencer
• Oscillators
  • 2x Variable (Noise, PWM, Sawtooth, Sine, Square, Triangle, Wavetable)
  • 1x Fixed Sub (Sine, Square)
• Mixer
  • Oscillator, Oscillator 2, Sub-Oscillator 2 (Level, Panning)
• Amplifiers
  • 1x VCA per Voice
• Envelopes
  • 1x Assignable Envelope Generator per Voice: Delay, Attack, Hold, Decay, Sustain, Release (Loopable, Invertable)
  • 1x Assignable Envelope Generator per Voice: Attack, Hold, Decay, Sustain, Release
  • 1x VCA Envelope Generator per Voice: Attack, Sustain, Release
• Filters
  • Number of Filters: 2 per Voice
  • Characteristic: Analog Stereo Ladder (Modern)
  • Type: Low-Pass, High-Pass
  • Slope: 4-Pole/24 dB (LPF) / 1-Pole/6 dB (HPF)
  • Key Tracking: Yes (Off, Half, Full)
  • Controls: Cutoff, Resonance, Drive
• LFOs
  • Number of LFOs: 2x Polyphonic per Voice
  • Waveforms: Reverse Sawtooth, Square, Triangle, Sample & Hold
  • Key Tracking: Full
  • Controls/Modes: Clock Sync, Rate/Frequency, Fade Time
• Modulation Matrix
  • 16-Slot per Voice (8 Sources / 8 Destinations)
• Glide/Portamento
  • Yes, Portamento
• Sequencer
  • Number of Steps: 64x Step
  • Number of Step Buttons: 16
  • Number of Sequencer Patterns: 16x User
  • Pattern Chaining: Yes
  • Input/Record Modes: Step Record
  • Playback & Features: Accent, Active Step, Slide
• Arpeggiator
  • Yes
• Audio I/O
  • 4x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Summed-Mono Line Output (2 Stereo Pairs)
  • 1x 1/4" TRS Stereo Headphone Output
  • 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
• Pedal Support
  • 1x 1/4" TRS Expression
  • 1x 1/4" Volume
  • 2x 1/4" Sustain
  • 2x 1/4" Delay Freeze
• MIDI I/O
  • 1x DIN 5-Pin Input
  • 1x DIN 5-Pin Output
  • 1x DIN 5-Pin Thru
• USB I/O
  • 1x USB-B (MIDI, Update)
• OS Compatibility
  • Windows / macOS 
• Power Requirements
  • AC Input Power 90 to 250 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
• Color
  • White
• Dimensions
  • 40.9 x 15.7 x 3.7" / 104 x 40 x 9.5 cm
• Weight
  • 29.5 lb / 13.4 kg

In the Box

• UDO Audio Super 8 Polyphonic 16-Voice Bi-Timbral Analog-Hybrid Performance Synthesizer
• Power Cord
• Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty