Detail 01
16 × 16 patch matrix with three attenuation levels per point
Signals can be routed with three available depth settings at each matrix point.
Product detailSKU #1500000474620
Erica SynthsSYNTRX II Analog Synthesizer - USA Plug
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
SYNTRX II places a fully analog sound engine behind a 16 × 16 digitally controlled analog patch matrix, replacing patch cables with stored routing. Two audio-rate oscillators, a third oscillator that reaches audio range, ring modulation, sample and hold, and a looping trapezoid envelope provide the raw material for detailed experimentation. Recordable joystick movement, 256 patch memories, and the integrated 16-step piano-roll sequencer make it practical to capture and revisit evolving setups without rebuilding the routing each time.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recalling complex cable-free analog routings during a live improvisation set.
- Recording joystick motion and layering it with sequenced patch-matrix control.
- Processing external line, microphone, or DC-coupled signals with internal modulation.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Recordable joystick
Its two bipolar CV axes can be recorded, overdubbed, and replayed.
Detail 03
Piano-roll sequencer
The matrix supports sequences of up to 16 steps, with selectable directions and gate lengths.
Detail 04
External inputs
One line input includes an envelope follower; the second accepts DC-coupled line or microphone input with gain switching.
Detail 05
Filter self-oscillation
At high resonance, the multimode filter can produce a sine wave.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Use the supplied 12V DC center-positive power supply.
- 02The main audio outputs are two line-level connections.
- 03The model is specified with a USA plug.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How are patches routed on SYNTRX II?
Routing is handled by a 16 × 16 digitally controlled analog patch matrix, rather than conventional patch cables.
02How many patches can it store?
It has memory for up to 256 patches.
03Can it receive MIDI?
Yes. It has DIN5 MIDI In, MIDI Thru, USB MIDI, and MIDI control for note, velocity, pitch bend, mod wheel, and CC.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsSound
- Effect Automation
- Recordable time parameter motion
- Effects Types
- Delay and reverb
- Effects Processor
- DSP-based effects section
1 detailsPickups & controls
- MIDI Control
- MIDI note, velocity, pitch bend, mod wheel and CC control
1 detailsPlayability
- Neck Shape
- U
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
10 detailsConnections & power
- Headphone Output
- 6.3 mm stereo headphone output
- Scope Output
- Assignable audio or CV output
- Audio Input 1
- Line-level input with envelope follower
- Audio Input 2
- DC-coupled line or microphone input with gain switch
- Gate Input
- External gate input for envelope triggering
- Cv Input 1
- 1V per octave pitch CV input
- Cv Input 2
- Secondary pitch CV input for paraphonic control
- Power Supply
- 12V DC center-positive power supply
- MIDI Input
- DIN5 MIDI input
- Main Outputs
- 2 × line-level audio outputs
1 detailsSize & weight
- Gate Lengths
- 6 selectable gate length values
37 detailsOther
- Play Modes
- Forward, backward, ping-pong and random
- Patch Memory
- 256 patches
- Filter Modulation
- Audio-rate modulation supported
- Model
- SYNTRX II
- Synthesis Type
- Fully analog synthesis
- Oscillator 3 Range
- 0.05Hz–500Hz, extends into audio range
- MIDI Thru
- DIN5 MIDI thru
- Matrix Size
- 16 × 16 digitally controlled analog patch matrix
- Pitch Range
- 3-octave range per sequence
- Modulation Oscillator
- 1 modulation oscillator with variable waveforms
- Envelope Looping
- Switchable looping and gated operation
- Encoders
- Dual encoders for navigation and editing
- Joystick
- Recordable two-axis joystick with bipolar CV output
- Main Oscillators
- 2 audio-rate oscillators with CV-controlled waveforms
- Delay Time Range
- Short and long modes selectable
- Attenuation Levels
- Three levels per patch point
- Envelope Stages
- Attack, on, decay and off
- Ring Modulator
- Four-quadrant ring modulator
- Envelope Type
- Looping trapezoid envelope generator
- Oscillator 2 Waveforms
- Pulse and ramp with waveshaping
- Filter Type
- Resonant multimode filter with highpass and lowpass in series
- Vca
- Built-in voltage-controlled amplifier linked to envelope generator
- Filter Resonance
- Self-oscillation capable at high resonance settings
- Oscillator 1 Waveforms
- Sine and pulse with waveshaping
- Sample and Hold
- Built-in sample and hold circuit with rate control
- Oscillator Sync
- Oscillator 2 syncable to oscillator 1
- S and H Sources
- Selectable between oscillator 3 and external input
- Random Modulation
- Stepped control voltage generation
- Display
- LED matrix patch display and analog signal meter
- Filter Modes
- Highpass, lowpass and bandpass responses
- Joystick Range
- ±5V per axis
- Sequencer Type
- Piano-roll step sequencer integrated into patch matrix
- Steps per Sequence
- Up to 16 steps
- Patch Randomization
- Adjustable density and area
- Product Type
- Analog synthesizer
- Key Follow
- Selectable key follow for oscillator 3
- Noise Generator
- Zener diode-based noise generator with color control
