Prophet Rev2 8-Voice Analog Desktop Module

Ever since Dave Smith redefined poly analog synthesis with the Prophet '08, this desktop module version has kept that legacy alive in a compact, studio-friendly form—perfect for producers who want big sound without the keyboard bulk.

At its core, it packs two DCOs per voice with waveshape modulation on all waveforms, feeding into resonant Curtis lowpass filters (2/4-pole), analog VCAs, and three envelope generators, all supercharged by four LFOs and an eight-slot mod matrix for deep tweaking. The poly step sequencer shines with up to 64 steps and six notes per step, independent per layer in bi-timbral split or stacked modes, plus a programmable arpeggiator that syncs to MIDI clock. Hands-on knob-per-function control shines via the crisp OLED display, with dual stereo outputs, headphone jack, USB, MIDI I/O, and sustain/CV pedal inputs—all in a rugged 7.9" x 21.6" x 3.3" metal chassis weighing just 7.5 lbs. Layered programs (512 factory, 512 user) let you blend two full sounds, and per-layer effects like bucket-brigade delay, reverb, chorus, distortion, phaser, flanger, ring mod, or highpass filter add polish without external gear.

Players love its warm, versatile tones—from lush pads to punchy leads—and the intuitive workflow for live stacking or sequencing, though some note the filters can get a bit spitty at extreme resonance. It's a Sequential staple that punches way above its voice count in the analog poly world.