A
monophonic analog synthesizer with a 44-note
keyboard. Manufactured between
1977 and the early
80s.
Like the
CS-15, the CS-30 features two
signal paths, but offers lots of
routing possibilities between the two parts by semi-
patching (using
switches).
The synth features 2
VCOs with
individual outputs and
FM, 2
resonant VCFs, 2
VCAs with a
ring modulator plus 3
ADSR envelope generators (2 of which are
invertable).
The
LFO can be
modulated by any of the EGs, and the
oscillators can modulate eachother.
Other features include a
primitive 8-step
sequencer with sync
clock output, plus an
external audio input which can be used as a sound/modulation
source and for
triggering. A
CV/gate interface is available for external control.
Known problems and limitations with the
unit include severely
unstable tuning, no
self-oscillation on the VCF's
resonance and the CV/gate using
Hz/voltage instead of the volt/octave
standard.
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