Description
The Stylophone GENX-2 builds upon the charm and functionality of the much-loved GENX-1, delivering an enhanced sonic experience for both beginners and seasoned musicians. With a two-octave stylus-played keyboard, expanded control options, and professional-grade connectivity, the GENX-2 bridges the gap between portable creativity and serious studio performance. Its newly added octave selection switch, multi-function expression strip, and comprehensive CV and Gate integration offer an unprecedented level of control. You can now link it effortlessly to a full-size keyboard, sequencer, or modular system, enabling fresh performance possibilities. The GENX-2 can be both an expressive instrument in your hands and a central control hub for other synthesisers. Whether crafting punchy bass lines, soaring leads, or experimental bleeps and bloops, it delivers inspiring results. Designed for versatility, it is equally at home in a recording setup or thrown into a bag for music-making on the move. With its range of filters, effects, modulation options, and sound-shaping tools, the Stylophone GENX-2 is truly the next generation of a classic instrument.
Key Features:
- Expanded Connectivity:
Seven 3.5mm jack sockets for CV, Gate, and audio, allowing control from external gear and the ability to operate other synthesisers. - Multi-Function Expression Strip:
Blend wah, pitch bend, and vibrato effects into your performance with intuitive touch-based control for expressive sound design. - Two Octave Stylus Keyboard:
Classic Stylophone playability combined with octave selection and suboctave layers for a rich and dynamic tonal range.
Creative Control and Playability:
The GENX-2 retains the distinctive stylus-based interface of the Stylophone while introducing new ways to interact with your sound. The two-octave keyboard offers flexible note range selection, while the addition of suboctaves provides added depth. The tactile playability ensures a hands-on connection to your music, and the expression strip allows for real-time shaping of notes and textures. Whether you are playing melodies, bass lines, or experimental sequences, the GENX-2 encourages creative exploration.
Studio and Live Integration:
With its comprehensive CV and Gate capabilities, the GENX-2 can easily integrate into a studio or live performance setup. It can be controlled by external devices such as full-size keyboards, sequencers, or modular rigs, and in turn, it can also send control signals to other instruments. This opens up new workflow options, making it equally effective as both an instrument and a control hub. Musicians can enjoy seamless synchronisation with other hardware, ensuring the GENX-2 becomes an integral part of any production environment.
Sound Shaping and Effects:
The onboard synthesis features provide an impressive range of sound-shaping tools. An envelope with attack, pitch, and decay settings allows for precise control over note articulation. The low-frequency oscillator delivers a wide array of modulation effects, while the low-pass filter sculpts tone and texture. Pulse width modulation and adjustable delay effects add depth and movement to sounds, enabling the creation of everything from vintage-style tones to futuristic sonic landscapes. This versatility makes the GENX-2 a powerful tool for sound designers and performers alike.
Specifications:
- Two octave stylus-played keyboard
- Octave selection switch
- Seven 3.5mm jack sockets for CV, Gate, and audio
- Multi-function expression strip with wah, pitch bend, and vibrato
- Envelope with attack, pitch, and decay controls
- Low-frequency oscillator with full modulation range
- Low-pass filter
- Pulse width modulation
- Two additional suboctaves
- Adjustable delay effects
- 2 x 3.5mm line in / out mini jack sockets
- Tuning pitch dial
- Powered by 4 AA batteries
