Back in 2000, this rack-mounted modular system brought a fresh wave of analog innovation, blending dancefloor drive with avant-garde edge in a compact 19-inch frame that holds up to six 6U-high modules.
At its core, you'll find a classic analog VCO with phase modulation for twisting waveforms in real time, paired with the standout Waveform City that uses a digital ROM waveshaper on an analog oscillator for everything from gritty basses to ethereal pads. The Envelator delivers super-flexible envelopes, while the Sequantizer offers an 8-stage sequencer packed with clever tricks like CV-controllable stages. Controls are knob-dense with LEDs for visual feedback, using 3.5mm mini-jacks for patching plus back-panel jumpers for fixed routings, and the Borg Filter fuses Buchla low-pass gates with Korg-style multimode filtering at 12, 18, or 24dB/octave slopes. It's all pure analog signal path, compatible with other CV/Gate gear, and modules like Mixolator handle blending with precision.
Over the years, players have praised its audiophile sound quality and quirky personality—those exotic looks and unique functions like the Wogglebug's chaotic randomness keep it a cult favorite among modular enthusiasts, even as a discontinued gem.
