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10 Best tabletop synthesizers in Canada
Best Choice01RolandRoland Tabletop Synthesizer (TR-8S)
Main highlights- The TR-8S has every sound from the most sought-after TR drum machines, with detailed circuit-models of the 808, 606, 909, 707, 727, and even several modified versions
- The TR-8S combines the best of its Roland heritage with modern production techniques and professional sound design
- Pull from the extensive collection of preset samples, or import your own mono or stereo sounds using the SD card slot
- Design Kits with Authentic TR Drums, Sampled Sounds, and Effects
- Adjust decay and tuning and alter sample start points, speed, and direction
9.8Exceptional
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- 02KORG
Korg minilogue xd Module Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer for Desktop or Rackmount w/ 16-step Sequencer, 4 Voices and OLED Oscilloscope (MINILOGUEXDM)
Main highlights- Visualize and tweak your sound in real-time with the bright OLED oscilloscope display, perfect for detailed sound shaping
- Utilize versatile voice modes such as POLY, UNISON, CHORD, and ARP/LATCH to suit various musical styles
- Enjoy a compact and portable design, making it easy to integrate into any studio or live performance setup
- Enhance your creations with a wide array of built-in effects, from modulation and reverb to delay, chorus, and more
- Achieve precise pitch adjustments with micro tuning capabilities, ensuring your sounds are always in tune
9.7Exceptional
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Value for Money03KORGKorg Volca Micro Modular Synthesizer
13% OffMain highlights- The compact body of this volca synth features eight modules and 50 patch points. While learning the basics of a modular synth, you can use popular features of the volca synthesizer line to control a unique and different flavor of analog sounds.
- The Korg Volca Modular Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer
9.6Exceptional
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- 04Donner
Analog Bass Synthesizer and Sequencer, Donner Essential B1 with Intuitive User Interface, 128 Patterns Memory, Saturation & Delay Effects, Make for Classic Acid Sound
Main highlights- 【Tips】For software downloads, we have compiled an Installation Manual (PDF) document, which is located at the Product guides and documents at the end of the listing. Please ask Donner Online Customer Team (US) through the Product Order Page if you have any questions!
- 【Silicon Haptic Pads】The modern silicon haptic pads with color changing backlights are more advantageous over the traditional keyboard design. Besides being a sequencer, the B1 synthesizer can also function as a MIDI controller, so you can play your bass synth lines live using the pads.
- 【Saturation and Delay Effects】The B1 sequencer allows you to dial in classic deep bass tones, such as distortion and type delay. It will give you the taste of being one of the famous EDMS, Hip-Hop DJs or producers.
- 【Multi-Sound Generator for Input and Out Sources】The 1/8” audio signal input enables to connect to multiple audio devices. The 1/4” TS mono main out is for the Master switch, and the 1/8” audio signal out is for the headphone monitoring mode.
- 【Modern Interface with Old School Functionality】The B1 controller features all the deep bass and acid synth sounds in the classic style. In addition, it revives a more intuitive format to provide you with the perfect combination of both the retro and the modern approach.
- 【MIDI and Multi-Device Connection Support】Though the USB-MIDI connection, the B1 synth can connect to your DAW and function as a MIDI controller. This easy access allows you to compose music more quickly and flexible to suit all your needs.
- 【Easy and User-Oriented Operation】The B1 synthesizer comes with presets of 128 electronic music genres, as well as 128 user-programmable presets, assisting you to compose your own unique music in a more intuitive way.
9.5Excellent
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- 05Stylophone
Dubreq Stylophone Retro Pocket Synth
9.4Excellent
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- 06MOOG
MOOG Mother-32 Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer
17% OffMain highlights- Semi-Modular Simplicity - No cables required for swift, inspired music creation and exploration; enter vast realms of modular synthesis to spawn a living, breathing organism with dynamic sound processing
- Powerful 32-Note Step Sequencer - Drive synchronized sound, craft new ideas and perform in two unique sequencer modes with up to 64 on-board sequences for live performance
- Exponentially Expandable - Combine multiple Mother-32s to unlock new realms of sound, imagination, and creativity
- Eurorack Flexibility - Use as a tabletop synthesizer or install as a 60HP module in an Eurorack system
- Endless Sonic Exploration - Expansive live performance and production synthesizer, providing experimental musicians and synthesists with a diverse array of creative tools to inspire new ideas
- Analog Signal Path - Raw and authentic sounds with an analog Voltage Controlled Oscillator, white noise generator, beloved MOOG ladder filter, and external audio input
9.3Excellent
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- 07MOOG
MOOG Subharmonicon Semi-Modular Analog Polyrhythmic Synthesizer
17% OffMain highlights- Two Sequencers - Each four-step sequencer can drive any combination of its associated VCO and subharmonic generators
- Six Tonal Sources - 2 Voltage Controlled Oscillators each with 2 subharmonic generators provide a dense harmonic bed of sound
- Four Rhythm Generators - Each rhythmic source can drive either sequencer (or both) for surprising and unexpected polyrhythms
- Exponentially Expandable - Combine with Labyrinth, Spectravox, Mother-32, or DFAM to unlock new realms of sound, imagination, and creativity
- Eurorack Flexibility - Use as a tabletop synthesizer or install as a 60HP module in an Eurorack system
- Endless Sonic Exploration - Expansive live performance and production synthesizer, providing experimental musicians and synthesists with a diverse array of creative tools to inspire new ideas
- Delve into Subharmonicon - Call up dynamic articulations ranging from lush pads and blurred edges to percussive plosives and ritualistic rhythms
9.2Excellent
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- 08Roland
Roland JD-08 Tabletop Sound Module Boutique Synthesizer – Compact, Lightweight, Modern with New Effects and Polyphonic Sequencer
Main highlights- Two-part, 64-step, eight-note (per part) polyphonic sequencer with motion recording, random pattern generator, and memory for 128 patterns
- Two-part multitimbral with expanded polyphony, up to 128 voices (depending on patch load)
- Includes the original 64 presets plus 21 new presets
- Authentic sound and behavior of the original JD-800 realized with advanced sound modeling
- 108 original waveforms for extensive patch design possibilities
9.0Excellent
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- 09Roland
Roland JX-08 Tabletop Sound Module Boutique Synthesizer – Compact, Lightweight, Portable, Onboard Speakers and Battery Operation
Main highlights- Two-part, 64-step, eight-note (per part) polyphonic sequencer with motion recording, random pattern generator, and memory for 128 patterns
- PG-800 programmer functions included
- Includes 32 presets from the original JX-8P plus 111 new presets
- Authentic JX-8P sound and behavior
- 17 new effect types including JUNO-106 chorus, SDD-320 reverb, lo-fi comp, super filter, pitch shifter, and more
8.8Very Good
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- 10IK Multimedia
IK Multimedia UNO Synth Pro Desktop (Black Edition) - Tabletop Synthesizer - 3 Oscillator, Dual-Filter, 256 Presets, 64-Step Sequencer
Main highlights- Sleek, new look for the UNO Synth Pro Desktop
- Dual-state variable filters with 24 modes
- Dual-filter paraphonic analog desktop synthesizer
- 3 discrete wave-morphing oscillators with PWN, synch, FM and ring mod
- 256-user editable presets and 64-step sequencer with 80+ parameters
8.5Good
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