Flagship rackmount sampling and synthesis workstation module derived from the legendary Kurzweil 250 series, combining advanced digital sampling, sequencing, and performance control capabilities aimed at professional studio and film scoring environments.
Type
Rackmount Digital Sampling Workstation / Synthesizer Module
Model
250 RMX
Manufacturer
Kurzweil
Country of Manufacture
USA
Era
1980s
Year of Introduction
1988
Controls
Master sliders, assignment sliders, numeric keypad, transport controls, sequencing controls, editing controls, transpose controls, MIDI/media controls, LCD display interface
Input
MIDI In, SMPTE/Sync connections, pedal/control inputs, computer interface connections
Output
Stereo audio outputs, MIDI Out/Thru, synchronization outputs
Power Supply
Internal AC power supply
Notable Features
- Rackmount version of the high-end Kurzweil 250 workstation system
- Advanced digital sampling and additive synthesis architecture
- Built-in sequencer and composition tools
- Extensive MIDI implementation for professional studio integration
- Multi-slider real-time performance control section
- Large library and orchestral-focused sound capability
- Used heavily in film scoring and high-end studio production environments
- Early professional workstation with deep editing and layering capabilities
- Designed for integration with external keyboards and computer systems
- Known for detailed acoustic instrument emulations and sophisticated dynamic response
- Rare and expensive flagship system from the late 1980s professional synthesizer market