Produced from the fruitful collaboration of Chris Huggett (Gnat, WASP, OSCar) and PWM (Paul Whittington), the Mantis Synthesizer is a duophonic hybrid analog and digital synthesizer, which like the famous WASP, sports two digital oscillators and one sub-oscillator per voice but takes things significantly further with one completely analog, multimode, state-variable VCF (based on the OSCar) per voice, multiple VCA gain stages, and two fully independent ADSR envelopes that sport a unique Sustain Fall feature. Not only is this synthesizer a joy to hear, it is a dream to play as well, with 37 full-sized, semiweighted keys that sport both velocity sensitivity and channel aftertouch for maximum expressivity.
This feature-rich synth is absolutely packed with useful functions for making the most of your musical creativity, whether live or in the studio, such as two LFOs with four waveshapes, a sophisticated mixer section with noise and ring modulation, a powerful modulation matrix, programmable glide and oscillator drift, a multifunctional joystick, six arpeggiator types with MIDI and USB sync, and digital effects including reverb and chorus, just to name a few. With connections for MIDI, USB (which can provide bus power), stereo line outputs, as well separate sustain and expression pedal inputs, you get a fully realized instrument that can handle any usage scenario and any style of music. The Mantis includes a 9V power supply and a USB-C cable to get you started.
The Best of Both Worlds
Produced from the fruitful collaboration of Chris Huggett (Gnat, WASP, OSCar) and PWM (Paul Whittington), the Mantis Synthesizer is a duophonic hybrid analog and digital synthesizer, which like the famous WASP, sports two digital oscillators and one sub-oscillator per voice but takes things significantly further with one completely analog, multimode, state-variable VCF (based on the OSCar) per voice, multiple VCA gain stages, and two fully independent ADSR envelopes that sport a unique Sustain Fall feature. Not only is this synthesizer a joy to hear, it is a dream to play as well, with 37 full-sized, semiweighted keys that sport both velocity sensitivity and channel aftertouch for maximum expressivity.
This feature-rich synth is absolutely packed with useful functions for making the most of your musical creativity, whether live or in the studio, such as two LFOs with four waveshapes, a sophisticated mixer section with noise and ring modulation, a powerful modulation matrix, programmable glide and oscillator drift, a multifunctional joystick, six arpeggiator types with MIDI and USB sync, and digital effects including reverb and chorus, just to name a few. With connections for MIDI, USB (which can provide bus power), stereo line outputs, as well separate sustain and expression pedal inputs, you get a fully realized instrument that can handle any usage scenario and any style of music. The Mantis includes a 9V power supply and a USB-C cable to get you started.
Oscillators, Inspired by the WASP
Two Analog Voltage-Controlled Filters
Dedicated Envelopes and Modulation
Built-In FX
Pro-Quality Keyboard and Controls
Fully Connected
Finally, the Mantis has enough connections to handle most stage or studio applications. With versatile MIDI functionality, USB connectivity, and full-fledged pedal support, you will be performing expressive synthesizer licks in no time.
- 1/4 mono or stereo line output
- Separate sustain (switched) and expression (continuous) pedal inputs
- Powerful 1/4 headphone output for silent playing and programming
- 5-pin DIN MIDI input, output, and thru connectors
- USB-C port for host connection, MIDI sync, and optional bus power
- Kensignton security slot keeps your keyboard safe during a gig
PWM PWM Mantis Specs
| Item Type | Keyboard Synth |
| Sound Generation | Analog/Digital Hybrid |
| Keyboard | 37 Full-Size Keys with Semi-Weighted Action |
| Aftertouch | Channel/Mono Aftertouch |
| Expression Controls | 1 x Joystick |
| Display | None |
Sounds
| Number of Sounds, Kits, or Samples | 100 x Factory Sound Preset 100 x User Sound Preset |
| Number of Song Presets | None |
| Maximum Polyphony | Duophonic |
| Multitimbrality | 1-Part (Monotimbral) |
| Built-In Effects | 3 x Reverb: Reverb (Standard), Reverb (), Reverb () 1 x Modulation: Chorus |
| Performance Functions | Arpeggiator, Octave Shift, Tuning Adjustment |
| Built-In Speakers | None |
Synthesis
| Oscillators | 2 x Variable (Sawtooth, Sine, Square, Triangle) 1 x Fixed Sub |
| Mixer | Oscillator, Noise, Ring Modulation (Level, Panning, Filter Routing) |
| Envelopes | 2 x Assignable Envelope Generator per Voice: Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release (Loopable) |
| Filters | Number of Filters: 2 per Patch Characteristic: Analog SSI 2164 Chip Type: Multi-Filter Slope: 2-Pole/12 dB (LPF) / 2-Pole/12 dB (HPF) / 2-Pole/12 dB (BPF) / 4-Pole/24 dB (LPF) / 4-Pole/24 dB (HPF) / 4-Pole/24 dB (BPF) Key Tracking: Yes Controls: Cutoff, Resonance, Drive, FM |
| LFOs | Number of LFOs: 2 Controls/Modes: Clock Sync, Rate/Frequency, Fade Time |
| Modulation Matrix | 6-Slot per Voice (6 Sources / 6 Destinations) |
| Glide/Portamento | Yes |
Sequencing & Recording
| Sequencer | None |
Connectivity
| Audio I/O | 2 x 1/4" Line Output (1 Stereo Pair) 1 x 1/4" TRS Stereo Headphone Output |
| Pedal Support | 1 x 1/4" Footswitch/Sustain (Pedal Not Included) 1 x 1/4" Expression (Pedal Not Included) |
| MIDI I/O | 1 x DIN 5-Pin Input 1 x DIN 5-Pin Output 1 x DIN 5-Pin Thru |
| CV/Gate I/O | None |
| Patch Points | None |
| Sync I/O | None |
| Network I/O | None |
| USB | 1 x USB-C (Bus Power, Host Connection, MIDI) |
| Media/Memory Card Slot | None |
| Bluetooth | No |
Compatibility
| Included Software | None |
| Mobile App Compatible | No *As of May, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
| Required Hardware | USB Cable |
| Internet Connection | Required for Registration |
Power
| Power Requirements | AC/DC Power Adapter (Included), USB Bus Power |
| AC/DC Power Adapter | 9 VDC at 600 mA (Included) |
| Current Consumption | 600 mA (AC Power Adapter) |
Physical
| Color | Green and Black |
| Included Accessories | USB Cable |
| Anti-Theft Features | Kensington Security Slot |
| Dimensions | 24.4 x 12.6 x 4.3" / 62 x 32 x 11 cm |
| Weight | 11.7 lb / 5.3 kg |
In the Box
- PWM Mantis Duophonic Hybrid Analog/Digital Synthesizer
- 9V Power Supply
- USB-C Cable
- 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
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