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Subject: Polysix vs Mono/Poly: Frequency Content

From: "chipaudette" <chipaudette@yahoo.com>
Date: 2013-02-17

Hi All,

I own both a Mono/Poly and Polysix. I had the Mono/Poly first and, given that the two synths are of the same vintage and share much of their circuit design, I got the Polysix assuming that it would be a poly synth that sounded very similar, which is what I wanted.

When i got the Polysix, I found certain small (but important!) differences in sound. I've started to quantify the differences in the output of the two synths. If you're interested in frequency analyses and whatnot, you might choose to check out my figures and discussion...

http://synthhacker.blogspot.com/2013/02/high-frequencies-polysix-vs-monopoly.html

I'm definitely interested in any comments that you might have. The boost in treble frequencies relative to the ideal sawtooth is of particular interest to me. Any theories?

Thanks,

Chip