Description
E-Mu System Xtreme Lead-1 64-Voice BPM Synthesizer, $399!
The E-Mu Xtreme Lead-1 is a rack-mounted sound module designed for electronic music production, particularly dance, techno, and trance genres. Part of E-Mu’s Proteus series, the Extreme Lead-1 features a robust synthesis engine, extensive modulation capabilities, and a large library of high-energy sounds. It is well-regarded for its powerful and dynamic sound design possibilities.
Key Features:
Sound Engine:
- Sample-Based Synthesis: Utilizes E-Mu’s Proteus sound engine, providing rich and detailed sample-based synthesis.
- Polyphony: 64-voice polyphony, allowing for complex, layered sounds without note dropouts.
- Multitimbrality: 16-part multitimbrality, enabling the use of multiple patches simultaneously for rich, layered textures and complex arrangements.
Presets and Sounds:
- Preset Library: Comes with over 1,024 presets specifically designed for dance, techno, trance, and electronic music. Includes basses, leads, pads, effects, and more.
- Beats and Grooves: Contains a wide variety of pre-programmed beats and grooves ready for use in productions.
- Expandable: Compatible with E-Mu’s Proteus expansion ROMs, allowing users to expand the sound library with additional ROMs. The Extreme Lead-1 has four ROM slots, each capable of holding up to 32 MB of sound data.
Filters and Effects:
- Z-Plane Filters: Includes E-Mu’s proprietary Z-Plane filters, offering a wide range of filter types and complex sound-shaping capabilities.
- Effects Processor: Built-in effects processor with reverb, chorus, delay, distortion, and more, allowing for further sound enhancement and customization.
Modulation and Control:
- Modulation Matrix: Extensive modulation matrix with numerous sources and destinations, enabling complex and dynamic sound modulation.
- Arpeggiator: Built-in programmable arpeggiator for creating rhythmic patterns and sequences.
- SuperBEATS Mode: A unique feature that allows triggering of rhythmic patterns and sequences in real-time using MIDI or the front panel controls.
Control Interface:
- Front Panel Controls: Intuitive front panel with a large backlit LCD display, navigation buttons, and a data entry dial for easy patch selection and parameter editing.
- MIDI Implementation: Full MIDI implementation, including MIDI In, Out, and Thru, for integration with other MIDI devices and external control.
Connectivity:
- Audio Outputs: 1/4″ TRS balanced/unbalanced audio outputs, providing flexible routing and mixing options.
- MIDI: MIDI In, Out, and Thru for external control and synchronization.
Sound Characteristics:
- High-Energy Electronic Sounds: Provides a wide range of high-quality samples and sounds specifically tailored for dance and electronic music.
- Versatile Sound Palette: Capable of producing everything from punchy basses and aggressive leads to lush pads and complex soundscapes.
Specifications:
- Sound Engine: Sample-based synthesis
- Polyphony: 64 voices
- Multitimbrality: 16 parts
- Presets: Over 1,024 presets focused on dance and electronic genres
- Expansion: Compatible with Proteus expansion ROMs (up to four ROM slots)
- Filters: Z-Plane filters
- Effects: Built-in effects processor
- Modulation: Extensive modulation matrix
- Arpeggiator: Built-in programmable arpeggiator
- SuperBEATS Mode: Real-time rhythmic pattern triggering
- Controls: Front panel with backlit LCD display, navigation buttons, data entry dial
- MIDI: MIDI In, Out, Thru
- Power Supply: Internal power supply with standard IEC connector
- Dimensions: Standard 19″ rack-mountable unit, 1U height
- Weight: Approximately 8 lbs (3.6 kg)
Country of Manufacture:
- USA: The E-Mu Xtreme Lead-1 was designed and manufactured by E-Mu Systems in the United States, known for their high standards of quality and innovative design.
Notable Features:
- High-quality sample-based synthesis with 64-voice polyphony
- Over 1,024 presets focused on dance and electronic genres
- Expandable with E-Mu Proteus ROMs (up to four ROM slots)
- Z-Plane filters for complex sound shaping
- Built-in effects processor
- Extensive modulation matrix and programmable arpeggiator
- SuperBEATS Mode for real-time rhythmic pattern triggering
- Full MIDI implementation
- Six balanced/unbalanced audio outputs and S/PDIF digital output
Notable Users:
- The Prodigy: Known for their aggressive electronic music, The Prodigy has used E-Mu sound modules, including the Extreme Lead-1, to shape their distinctive sound.
- BT (Brian Transeau): The electronic music producer and composer has utilized E-Mu gear for their dynamic and high-energy sounds.
- Sasha: The renowned DJ and producer has employed E-Mu sound modules in his progressive house and electronic music productions.
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