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Message: [QUOTE="Queen, post: 85868, member: 27"] Frap Tools just shipped a monster analog polysynth that drags modular-grade FM chaos into an eight-voice, play-it-now keyboard. What Magnolia actually is [LIST] [*]Frap Tools shipped Magnolia, an eight-voice analog polysynth. [*]Through-zero linear FM defines its core identity. [*]Leans toward complex oscillator territory. [*]Built for chords, not patch cables. [/LIST] Design intent and philosophy [LIST] [*]Created to translate modular sound into a direct instrument. [*]Focuses on immediacy and hands-on control. [*]Retains polyphony and raw analog behavior. [*]Prioritizes playability over menu diving. [/LIST] Sound engine basics [LIST] [*]Two oscillators per voice anchor the architecture. [*]One follows East Coast PWM traditions. [*]The other pushes west coast TZFM and wavefolding. [*]Filters deliver aggressive resonance and motion. [/LIST] Modulation and control depth [LIST] [*]The modulation matrix links 16 sources to 32 destinations. [*]Routing happens with buttons and knobs. [*]No screen-driven complexity involved. [*]Exploration feels fast and physical. [/LIST] Keyboard and performance focus [LIST] [*]Expressive Fatar keyboard drives the synth. [*]Polyphonic aftertouch is fully supported. [*]Velocity sensitivity includes adjustable curves. [*]Performance control feels central, not optional. [/LIST] Internal structure and components [LIST] [*]Every circuit was designed from scratch. [*]No stock ICs were used anywhere. [*]Essentially, shrunken Eurorack designs inside. [*]Analog character stays intact. [/LIST] Extra synthesis tools [LIST] [*]Wavefolders and analog distortion expand timbre. [*]Digital envelopes and LFOs add flexibility. [*]Arpeggiator and sequencer work per part. [*]Randomization source adds controlled unpredictability. [/LIST] Who it comes from [LIST] [*]Simone Fabbri leads design as founder. [*]Vision centers on expressive analog instruments. [*]Modular heritage clearly shapes Magnolia. [*]Philosophy favors sound over convenience features. [/LIST] Pricing and availability [LIST] [*]Magnolia is available immediately. [*]MSRP is €4,199 with VAT included. [*]Positioned firmly in flagship territory. [*]Aimed at serious synth players. [/LIST] [MEDIA=youtube]hxnEjurNkcg[/MEDIA] [/QUOTE]

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