Waldorf Iridium Core Advanced Hardware Desktop Synthesizer

The all-new Waldorf Iridium Core is the same processor that provides the foundational synthesis engine of the Quantum and Iridium models. It is the very backbone of Waldorf's most sophisticated hardware-based synthesis. The essence of cutting-edge. The Core.

Sonic Explorer

Equipped with 5 powerful synthesis engines: Wavetable, Multi- & Granular-Sampling, Waveform, Kernel FM and Resonator, Iridium Core also offers a vast range of digital filter and processing options that allow you to discover a new sonic world of electronic sound. With an intuitive and easy-to-read graphical user interface, you can keep your mind focused on creativity.

Wave Traveller - Boasting a compact design, Iridium Core is the ultimate travel companion. Fitting effortlessly into laptop bags, and small enough to take as carry-on baggage, Iridium Core leaves plenty of real-estate for any other devices you need for your performances.

Driven by Inspiration - Featuring a massive library of over 1700 factory presets and samples to fuel your creations, Iridium Core inspires you to create and discover.

Team Player - Integrating seamlessly into existing live performance and studio setups, Iridium Core connects with modular synths, drum machines, sequencers, and computers for endless sonic possibilities. The compact form factor fits perfectly into places with limited space.

Family Member - Sharing the same software platform as the flagship Quantum, Iridium Desktop and Iridium Keyboard models, each instrument inside Iridium Core is powered by the Waldorf synthesizer OS.

Specifications

• Software: Waldorf Synthesis Platform OS
• Oscillators
  • Wavetable
  • Waveform (VA)
  • Particle (Sampling and Granular Sampling)
  • Resonator
  • Kernels (up to 6 sub-oscillators which can be interlinked through FM, AM or Wavetable-position at audio rate)
• Dual Stereo Filters per Voice
  • 12/24dB LP/HP/BP in All Combinations
  • Nave, Largo, PPG, Quantum and StateVariable models
  • Analyzer Displayed in Filter view
  • Filter Curve Animation when Modulated (optional)
  • Sophisticated Filter Routing Options with Modulatable Panning and Levels
• Digital Former
  • Filter models like State Variable
  • Waldorf Nave
  • Largo and PPG in HP/LP/BP/Notch
  • Comb filters, Bit-Crusher, various Drives, Ring-Modulation
• Modulators
  • 6 Envelopes
  • 6 LFOs
  • Komplex Modulator (LFO/Envelope Combination with User-Definable Shape and Morphing)
• Mod Matrix
  • 40 Slots
  • Fast Assign Mode
  • One Additional Control Amount per Slot
  • Identical Sources and Destinations can be Used Multiple Times until the Matrix is Full
• Effects
  • 5 slots per layer
  • Various parallel and sequential routing options
  • Reverb, Delay, Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Drive, EQ, Compressor, Tremolo
• Performance Features
  • Advanced Arpeggiator
  • Step-sequencer with up to 64 steps for notes and parameters
  • 2x 4 button pads assignable to notes or chords
  • 4 user-assignable potentiometers
  • 6 user-configurable macro buttons
  • Favourites screen for quick patch recall
  • XY control on touchscreen
  • Wheels touchscreen for MIDI controls like mod wheel, pitch bend, aftertouch and velocity
  • MPE capable
• Screen
  • Industrial-Grade highly responsive touch screen with Brightness control
  • 1024x600 pixels
• Voices
  • 12 voice polyphony
  • Duo-timbral
  • Mono, Legato and Unisono modes
• Patches
  • Over 1700 factory patches
  • Capacity of 7000 patch memory slots (numbers 0000-9999 can be used)
  • Patches from Quantum and other Iridium variants can be loaded and vice-versa
  • Category filter for patch list
  • 2.6 GB sample flash memory preloaded with 2 GB factory samples
• Connections
  • Stereo Audio Out: 2x TS jacks
  • Stereo Audio In: 2x TS jacks
  • Headphones TRS output with level control
  • DIN MIDI IN & Out, mini-TRS Type A (two adapters to DIN MIDI sockets included)
  • USB Type B (device) for MIDI connection to computer
  • USB Type A (host) for storage media and MIDI devices
  • MicroSD slot
  • 2 high-resolution CV Inputs which can be used as modulation sources in the Mod-Matrix
  • Analog clock In & Out with clock divider settings
• What’s In the Box?
  • Iridium Core Synthesizer
  • Two MIDI adapters: mini TRS to DIN sockets
  • Power Supply
  • Printed Quick Start Guide
• External Power Supply
  • Input 100-240 V/AC 50-60 Hz
  • Output 12V DC / 3A
• Dimensions:
  • 346mm (W) x 200mm (D) x 64mm (H)
  • 2.2kg