Discussion about the Korg PolySix synthesizer

I also own both. Difficult question. To me a Mono/Poly definitively has a 
unique character worth to keep it. Although I always would prefer my old 
CS-40M over the MoPo just by the warmth of its sound, it has distinct 
possibilities some other synths and a P6 in special cannot deliver - just 
look at the detuning of 4 Oscs and the cross-modulation possibilities, two 
envelopes, two LFOs.

However, the basic sound to me is not comparable at all. The MoPo steps a 
bit far in a "plastic" area to my ears. Might have to do with the fact, 
that the P6 has discrete Oscillators as the MoPo uses SSM-ICs for that job, 
if I remember that right. I also find the MoPo a bit "colder", perhaps more 
agressive, maybe a bit more of that Arpish-style. But this could have to do 
with the P6's nice effect-section. Perhaps one should keep in mind that 
MoPo and P6 were designed to do completely different jobs. And in the 
Monosynth-business the MoPo has a distinct punch and competes well at least 
with some Rolands.

My solution: I put the MoPo aside a few weeks ago but am still sometimes 
playing the P6. However, I would never sell that instrument - although 
ebay-prices ranged between 460 and 650 Euros the last 1 1/2 years.

Regards


Stefan


>I just purchased a polysix. I have a monopoly and think i really no
>longer need it. What do you think? Does the polysix have similar
>character?







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