Introduced at NAMM 2020 as the portable evolution of the Sub Phatty, this paraphonic analog synth packs Moog's legendary ladder filter and upgraded headroom into a compact 25-key package that's equally at home on stage or your desk.
Its all-analog signal path centers on two stable VCOs, a square-wave sub oscillator for extra thump, and a noise generator, feeding into a versatile 20Hz-20kHz ladder lowpass filter with switchable 6/12/18/24dB slopes and self-oscillation. Two ADSR envelopes shape the amp and filter, while a multi-waveform LFO (triangle, square, saw, ramp, S&H) adds modulation depth; the standout Multidrive circuit blends OTA distortion and FET overdrive for everything from subtle warmth to aggressive grit. Hands-on control shines with one-knob-per-function layout—every knob sends MIDI CC—plus semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive keys, pitch/mod wheels, aftertouch, and extensive I/O including 4 CV/Gate inputs, USB/DIN MIDI, clock in/out, audio in/out, and headphones. At 14.8 x 20.3 x 6.8 inches and 16 pounds in a rugged black steel chassis with wood sides, it's built for mobility without sacrificing that classic Moog punch.
Players love its floor-shaking unison bass, creamy leads, and Duo Mode for two-note chords, praising the intuitive interface and preset blending for live sets, though some note its monophonic roots limit full polyphony.
