{"product_id":"42441","title":"KORG Mono\/Poly 4-Voice Analog Synthesizer w\/ModyPoly \u0026 HiRes Mods","description":"\n\u003ch1\u003eKORG Mono\/Poly 4-Voice Analog Synthesizer w\/ Tubbutec ModyPoly \u0026amp; HiRes Mods\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KORG Mono\/Poly remains one of the most distinctive and characterful analogue synthesizers to emerge from the early 1980s. Originally released as a four-VCO performance synthesizer with both monophonic and paraphonic capabilities, the Mono\/Poly developed a reputation for aggressive oscillator sync tones, animated arpeggiator patterns, and unusually flexible oscillator routing that still feels unique decades later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example has been upgraded with the Tubbutec ModyPoly and HiRes modifications, significantly expanding the original instrument's polyphonic behaviour, MIDI integration, sequencing capabilities, tuning precision, and live performance flexibility while preserving the unmistakable sound and immediacy of the original hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe core architecture remains deeply appealing: four analogue VCOs, dual envelopes, dual LFOs, onboard effects, CV\/Gate connectivity, and the famous arpeggiator capable of cycling through oscillators individually for complex animated sequences and shifting timbral movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs heard on records and performances by artists including \u003ca href=\"chatgpt:\/\/generic-entity?number=0\"\u003eMGMT\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"chatgpt:\/\/generic-entity?number=1\"\u003eChromeo\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"chatgpt:\/\/generic-entity?number=2\"\u003eLegowelt\u003c\/a\u003e, the Mono\/Poly occupies a space somewhere between classic polysynth, unstable monosynth, and experimental analogue performance instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOriginal Mono\/Poly Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour analogue VCOs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonophonic and paraphonic operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOscillator sync and cross modulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo LFOs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo envelope generators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in effects section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArpeggiator with oscillator cycling functionality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCV\/Gate and Trigger inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich, animated analogue tone with aggressive sync textures and layered detuning possibilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTubbutec ModyPoly Upgrade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe installed Tubbutec ModyPoly upgrade substantially modernises the Mono\/Poly while integrating tightly with the original panel controls and workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdded functionality includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMIDI input and output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSustain pedal input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional play modes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-voice mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-voice mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolychord mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended unison mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerarp arpeggiator\/sequencer functionality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample \u0026amp; Hold LFO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast triangle LFO for filter modulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMIDI clock synchronisation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArpeggiator triggering control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMIDI filter and pitch bend control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMIDI output for:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArpeggiator patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChords\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerarp sequences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull access to added functions directly from the front panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for live performance without menu-diving or external editors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHiRes Upgrade Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe additional HiRes modification further expands tuning precision and expressive control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully polyphonic portamento\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrotuning support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom tuning scales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh precision pitch bend via 16-bit DAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate pitch bend resolution of 0.2 cents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy The Mono\/Poly Still Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mono\/Poly occupies a very particular corner of analogue synthesis history. It is neither a conventional polysynth nor a straightforward monosynth. The interaction between its four oscillators, oscillator cycling arpeggiator, sync architecture, and paraphonic behaviour produces textures and movement that remain difficult to replicate convincingly with modern instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the addition of the Tubbutec upgrades, the instrument becomes substantially more flexible in modern studio and live environments while retaining the immediacy and instability that made the original so compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tubbutec.de\/modypoly\/\"\u003eTubbutec ModyPoly\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tubbutec.de\/modypoly-hires\/\"\u003eTubbutec ModyPoly HiRes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTubbutec ModyPoly MIDI upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"480\" height=\"270\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/GkpiOyTJRGM?rel=0\u0026amp;showinfo=0\u0026amp;modestbranding=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp\u003eVideo: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/GkpiOyTJRGM\"\u003ehttps:\/\/youtu.be\/GkpiOyTJRGM\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"itemspec\"\u003eProduct Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eItem Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 42441\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMake:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=vendor%3AKORG+AND+tag%3Avisible\"\u003eKORG\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Mono%2FPoly+AND+tag%3Avisible\"\u003eMono\/Poly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/gear-condition-key\" class=\"fs-product-condition fs-product-condition-excellent\"\u003eExcellent\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCategories:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=tag%3Akeyboards-and-synths+AND+tag%3Avisible\"\u003ekeyboards-and-synths\u003c\/a\u003e ⇒ \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=tag%3Aanalog-synths+AND+tag%3Avisible\"\u003eanalog-synths\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1980s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade In:\u003c\/b\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMPN:\u003c\/b\u003e 42441\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"KORG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47618876309740,"sku":"42441","price":4250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2604\/0858\/files\/KORG_Mono-Poly_sku_42441_MPN_1.jpg?v=1778554182","url":"https:\/\/foundsound.com.au\/products\/42441","provider":"Found Sound","version":"1.0","type":"link"}