Moog Matriarch Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer and Step Sequencer Moog

Matriarch

Matriarch is a patchable 4-note paraphonic analog synthesizer with a built-in Sequencer, Arpeggiator, stereo Ladder Filters, and stereo Analog Delay.

The Pinnacle of Moog’s Semi-Modular Family of Analog Synthesizers.

Moog Matriarch is a patchable 4-note paraphonic analog synthesizer with a built-in Sequencer, Arpeggiator, stereo Ladder Filters, and stereo Analog Delay. Create rich evolving chord patterns immediately with “no patching required”, then tap into an abundance of inspiring textures, new sounds, and an endless supply of happy accidents through Matriarch’s 90 modular patch points. Based on the vintage circuitry of classic Moog synthesizer modules, Matriarch is a catalyst for creative ideas and a medium for multidimensional expression.

Matriarch is available in two distinct styles: original multi-colored front panel artwork and all-black Dark Series edition.

PARAPHONIC PLAYABILITY

Sequence and perform in mono, duo, and 4-note paraphonic modes.

STEREO ANALOG DELAY

Classic and ping-pong style repeats with lush infinite delay trails.

90 MODULAR PATCH POINTS

Create, mangle and explore the endless expanse of sound with 90 modular patch points.

Matriarch is an analog synthesizer with an emphasis on imagination. The pinnacle of Moog’s semi-modular family of synthesizers, Matriarch’s patchable architecture and vintage Moog circuits reward open exploration with endless sonic possibilities and unparalleled analog sound. 

Easily create rich harmonic shapes with up to 4 notes of paraphony that can be sequenced, saved, and shifted with Matriarch’s intuitive 256 step sequencer, or stack the analog VCOs to play on a massive 4 oscillator mono synth.

With a deep assortment of synthesis modules based on Bob Moog’s original circuit designs, Matriarch’s 100% analog signal path spans a dynamic sonic vocabulary – from overdriven monophonic bass to gently evolving paraphonic plucks that cycle through waveshapes into a wash of infinite delay trails. Coupling the power of vintage stereo ladder filters, dual Envelope Generators, stereo Analog Delays, and stereo VCAs, Matriarch delivers a multidimensional sound that empowers the sonic exploration of space and time.

Though Matriarch’s semi-modular design requires absolutely no patching, 90 modular patch points are easily accessible throughout the panel via the included 3.5mm patch cables. This powerful electronic instrument is a highly-versatile addition to any stage or studio that can effortlessly transform from a performance keyboard to a fully modular analog synthesizer at a moment’s notice. 

In addition to its standalone function, Matriarch is also an ideal processor of external sound sources and a powerful keyboard front-end for expanding a DFAM, Mother-32, Grandmother, or Eurorack modular system. 

Matriarch: Place / Time / Memory

Exploring the Moog Matriarch synthesizer from their personal home studios, multi-instrumentalist Lisa Bella Donna, Ghostly Intl. electronic producer Max Ravitz (Patricia), Anthem / Call of Duty / AssassinsCreed composer Sarah Schachner, and Paris Strother of Grammy-nominated R&B duo We Are KING express four unique sonic perspectives on the new instrument within the context of their own creative environments.

Matriarch: Place / Time / Memory illuminates the interconnectedness between one’s sense of place, our perceptions of sound organized in time, and the impressions they leave behind.

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Features

• VOICE MODE

  Mono, duo, and 4-note paraphonic playability

• ANALOG DELAY

  Stereo analog delay w/ up to 700ms of MIDI sync-able stereo or ping/pong style repeats

• SEQUENCER

  256 step sequencer w/ up to 4 notes per step and 12 stored patterns. Can be decoupled from Matriarch to independently sequence external gear.

• ARPEGGIATOR

  Arpeggiator with selectable modes (Order, Forward/Backward, Random).

• SEMI-MODULAR DESIGN

  Semi-modular analog synthesizer – no patching required.

• MODULAR CAPABILITIES

  90 modular patch points for endless exploration

• KEYBOARD

  Expressive 49-note Fatar keyboard w/ patchable velocity and aftertouch.

• ANALOG OSCILLATORS

  4 analog oscillators w/ selectable waveshape and hard sync per-oscillator.

• LFO

  Full-range analog LFO with 6 selectable waveshapes.

• LADDER FILTERS

  Dual analog filters with parallel (HP/LP), stereo (LP/LP), and series (HP/LP) modes available.

• ENVELOPE GENERATORS

  Dual analog ADSR envelopes.

• VOLTAGE CONTROLLED AMPLIFIERS

  Dual analog VCAs.

• ATTENUATORS

  3x bipolar voltage controlled attenuators with ring mod capability.

• MULTIPLES

  2×4 parallel wired unbuffered mults.

• SECOND LFO

  Additional simple analog LFO useful for adding modulation to delay, filters and VCAs.

• EXTERNAL PROCESSING

  1/4“ external audio input for processing guitars, drum machines, and more through Matriarch’s analog circuits.

• OUTPUTS

  Stereo ¼” and 3.5mm Eurorack level audio outputs.

SPECIFICATIONS

• TYPE

  Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer

• SOUND ENGINE

  100% Analog

• NUMBER OF KEYS

  49 Full-Size Keys

• TYPE OF KEYS

  Velocity-sensing with Aftertouch (Velocity and Aftertouch are not hard-wired – available via MIDI, KBD VEL OUT and KB AT OUT jacks)

• OTHER CONTROLLERS

  Pitch Bend, Mod Wheel, Variable Glide, Expression pedal in to CV out, and Sustain Pedal in

• POLYPHONY

  Monophonic, 2-Note Paraphonic, and 4-Note Paraphonic

• SOUND SOURCES

  4x Analog Oscillators with Selectable Waveforms (Oscillators 2, 3, and 4 support Hard Sync), White Noise Generator, External Input jack.

• MIXER

  6 input (5 eurorack level and 1 instrument level) DC coupled discrete mixer with asymmetrical clipping behavior

• FILTERS

  24dB/Octave Low Pass Filter with Resonance, 24dB/Octave switchable Low Pass/High Pass Filter with Resonance. Configurable in parallel (HP/LP), stereo (LP/LP), and series (HP/LP).

• MOD SOURCES

  Analog Modulation Oscillator with selectable and patchable output (Sine, Saw, Ramp, Square, Stepped Triangle, Smoothed Random, Sample and Hold, Noise). Additional LFO (Tri, Square).

• ENVELOPES

  2x Four-Stage ADSR with End of Envelope gate outputs

• ATTENUATORS

  3x Bipolar Voltage Controlled Attenuators with Ring Mod capabilities

• MULTS

  2×4 Parallel-wired Non-buffered Patch Points

• VCAS

  2x discrete analog VCAs routed in stereo

• EFFECTS

  Stereo Analog Delay with Ping/Pong, MIDI and CV clock sync, voltage controlled Mix, and independent L/R delay times, feedback, and I/O

• ARPEGGIATOR / STEP SEQUENCER

  256 Steps with up to 4 notes per step; 12 Sequence locations

• PATCH POINTS

  90 x 3.5mm front and rear panels, 49 Inputs, 33 Outputs, 2×4 Parallel-wired Mults

• PEDAL INPUTS

  1/4” Sustain, 1/4” Expression

• AUDIO INPUT

  1/4” TS jack (Rear Panel)

• AUDIO OUTPUTS

  2x 1/4” TS jacks for line level output (Rear Panel), 1/4” Headphone jack with dedicated level knob (rear panel), 2x 3.5mm Eurorack level outputs, 2x 3.5mm Delay outputs

• MIDI I/O

  5-pin DIN In, Out, Thru; plus MIDI over USB (Rear Panel)

• DIMENSIONS

  32” (81.28cm) Wide x 14 1/4” (36.19cm) Deep x 5 1/2” (13.97cm) High

• POWER

  Included Power Adapter 12V DC (positive tip), 2A, 100 to 240 Volts AC, 50/60Hz with screw-on barrel connector

• WEIGHT

  24lbs. / 10.89kg