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Sampler

Ensoniq EPS

Sampler

Classic digital sampling keyboard from 1988

Ensoniq EPS audio demos

Ensoniq EPS photos

Ensoniq EPS manual

eps_musicians_manualDownload

Ensoniq EPS specs

Year of release:1988
Polyphony:20 voices
Sound generation method:sampling
Preset memories8
MIDI:In, out, thru
Sampling16bit / 13bit, 40 selectable sample rates from 6.25kHz to 52.1kHz
Playback frequency20Hz to 20kHz
Sound expansion capabilities:sampling; diskettes
Sequenceryes, 8 polyphonic tracks
Arpeggiatorno
Velocityyes
Keyboard61-keys, with velocity and polyphonic aftertouch
Aftertouchyes, polyphonic aftertouch
AccessoriesSound disks, CV Pedal, 2-pedal piano-type footswitch, 8-output Expander box, 2x, 4x and 4x+SCSI memory expanders
Dimensions38 3/4″ (98cm) wide x 3 1/2″ (9cm) high x 13 1/2″ (34cm) deep
Weight29 pounds (13 kilograms)

Ensoniq EPS links

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ensoniq

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Effect Rack Multi-Effects Processor

Alesis QuadraVerb

20K Bandwidth Simultaneous Digital Effects Processor

Classic, programmable multi-effects processor from the late 1980s

Alesis QuadraVerb audio demos

Alesis QuadraVerb photos

Alesis QuadraVerb manual

quadraverb_manualDownload

Alesis QuadraVerb factory sysex

Quadraverb Factory PresetsDownload

Alesis QuadraVerb specs

Year of release1988
Frequency response16Hz to 20KHz
EffectsUp to 4 simultaneous effects
Sound generation methoddigital
MIDIin, thru/out
Number of programs100
EffectsReverb, Delay, Pitch Shift, Chorus, Flanger, Detune, Phase Shifter, Digital EQ
Controlsbuttons
Outputsstereo input & output 1/4″ pairs
DisplayLCD backlit orange

Alesis QuadraVerb links

https://www.alesis.com

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Patch Library

Angel City sound library for the Korg DW/EX-8000 volume 8

Sound patch library

Patch library for the Korg DW-8000 / EX-8000 from 1988.

Angel City sound library audio demos

Angel City sound library for the Korg DW-EX-8000 volume 8 docs and .wav file

Introductory ManualDownload
Volume 8Download
Volume 8Download

Angel City sound library for the Korg DW-EX-8000 volume 8 specs

Year of release:1988
Content:Documentation, cassette tape (now .wav file)
For synth:Korg DW-8000 / EX-8000
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Digital Polyphonic Synthesizer Synthesizer

Yamaha DX11

FM Synthesizer

FM synth with built-in effects

Yamaha DX11 audio demos

Factory presets:

Bank A

Bank B

Bank C

Bank D

Factory performances:

Yamaha DX11 photos

Yamaha DX11 specs

Year of release 1988
Polyphony 8-note
Sound generation methodFrequency Modulation (FM)
Keyboard61 keys
Preset memories 128 preset and 32 user
MIDI In, Out, Thru
Sound expansion capabilities No
Sequencer No
DisplayYes, backlit 16×2 LCD
Arpeggiator No
Effects Pan, Chord, Delay
VelocityYes
AftertouchYes
Dimensions901mm x 298mm x 63mm (35 1/2 x 11 3/4 x 2 1/2)
Weight7.0 kg (15 lbs 6 ozs)

Yamaha DX11 manual

DX11EDownload

Yamaha DX11 patches

DX11Download

Yamaha DX11 links

www.yamaha.com

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Digital Polyphonic Synthesizer Synthesizer

Roland D-10

 Multi Timbral Linear Synthesizer

Streamlined version of the classic D-50 series. Simplified synth engine but multitimbral, and still with many features, including effects and on-board PCM drum machine.

The Roland D-10 offers many classic L.A. (Linear Arithmetic) sounds, including excellent vox and string pads, organs, basses and FX.

Roland D-10 audio demos

Roland D-10 factory demo songs:

Roland D-10 Factory Patch Demos

Roland D-10 Factory Rhythm Demos

Roland D-10 manual

D-10_OMDownload

Roland D-10 factory patches in .mid

D10 20 ORIGDownload

Roland D-10 specs

Year of release1988
Polyphony32 (4 partials)
Sound generation methodL.A. synthesis / PCM
Preset memoriesPerformances, Patches, Tones
Keyboard61-key
MIDIin, out, thru
Sound expansion capabilitiescards
Sequencerno
Arpeggiatorno
Drum Machineyes
Velocityyes
Aftertouchyes
Dimensions 974mm (W) x 301mm (D) x 98mm (H)
38-3/8″ x 11-7/” x 3-7/8″
Weight 19 lb 7 oz
Options– Memory Card (RAM) M-256D, M-256E
– Carrying Case SHC-1
– Programmer PG-10
– Stereo Headphones RH-100
– Pedal Switch DP-2/DP-6
– MIDI/SYNC Cable MSC-07/15/25/50/100

Roland D-10 links

www.roland.com