Ensoniq Electronic instrument

Everything you'd need in one place. The only knock to me is minited amount of tracks in the sequencer. 8 tracks plus 8 song tracks. Price paid 1,500 in 1997 UTILIZATION The interface is limited but it easily gets the job done. It took me a minute to learn it because it was my first instrument but after you get the hang it's a breeze. The manual has all the answers It's built like a tank, very solid. I haven't had any problems with the keys/buttons. SOUNDS The sound is great, it also has a lot of editing possibilities. Resampling at a lower rate, onboard effects, etc. OVERALL OPINION I tried to sell it once but I got my mind right, It's definitely a classic. My kids will be playing it, I'm keeping mine. Originally posted on FutureProducers.com Posted by: Unknown ( 7-, 2003)

No onboard effects, and not may other "features" per se but the filters are great. Once again, one of a kind classic sound that you hear on many of the records that are considered classic today. Make sure to max your peice out and you will be happy. I have the 4x RAM and the 8 out and am very pleased. UTILIZATION I don't care what anyone says, the sequencer is a breeze. VERY easy to create sequences and link them in song mode. The interface is small but it is all business. No graphics, but it gets your ears in shape (like they should be!).. Once again Very easy to use. I had a few bangers before I even cracked the manual which is also written very straight forward. SOUNDS Very warm sound. Crunchy snares, strong kicks. It has that 12 bit sound to it although I would say it is somehow warmer and cleaner than say an Sp-1200..The sound is uniqe, once you become familiar with it you will hear it i=on many classic hip-hop records. OVERALL OPINION Tough to say... This peice is built to last, but it is getting a little buggy. Factoring in the fact that this thing has literally been being used since it's original purchase in '88 I think it's held up like a thorobred! I can't imagine a project studio without one! The sound, the ease of use and the sentimental factors make this one something I can't be without. Ensoniq por vida! Originally posted on FutureProducers.com Posted by: Crest One ( 4-, 2006)

A larger screen. Better timing for muting tracks in and out during play. Price paid: $700 UTILIZATION Takes some practice. Not one of those "hook and go" machines. The sequencer also takes some time to learn. SOUNDS Sounds good. Can sample clean and crisp or gritty and grimy. Gives kicks and snares nice punch. The default drum kits sound really nice as well. OVERALL OPINION The buttons are sensitive. After 2 years they don't function as well. The seq freezes sometimes. May have to send it in for repair. Had it for 6 years. Love the portability of it. Love the red color. I really appreciate the effects. Love the filters. Very powerful machine. Excellent if used w/outside sequencer. Originally posted on FutureProducers.com Posted by: basixxx ( 8-, 2005)