Sequential Pro 3 SE Multi-Filter Synthesizer Overview
This is the ultimate incarnation of Sequential’s universally acclaimed Pro 3, which is their latest attempt at designing the greatest monosynth the world has ever seen. Internally, the Pro 3 Special Edition (or SE) is identical to its sibling, with the same rich VCOs, multiple analogue filters & powerful sequencing. Externally is where this model earns its “SE” moniker, featuring luxurious wooden sides and a tiltable panel.
Special Edition
The Sequential Pro 3 SE boasts exterior upgrades that aren’t found on the standard version, providing it with a more organic, vintage-style aesthetic and an old-school workflow. The SE is adorned with gorgeous Walnut trim, including a brassy Sequential logo across the front, and features a Minimoog-esque three-position control panel. Not only does this give the Pro3 SE a premium, sophisticated look, it also allows you to ergonomically adapt the SE’s intuitive controls to your playing style.
If you need a more affordable, compact and lighter alternative to the SE, the standard Pro 3 is also available.
Brand New Wavetables
As part of their quest to make the Pro 3 the creative and inspiring mono synth in your arsenal, Sequential have released a new enhancement for it - completely free. Click here and you can download a new set of 32 high-quality wavetables for your Pro 3 as well as a fresh bank of 128 patches that use them. Each new patch features a unique sequence to give the sound context.
These wavetables are a major expansion to the Pro 3’s sound palette and are derived from a wide range of sources, including a boutique Frequency Shifter, the legendary Fairlight IIx, Sequential’s own TOM drum machine, the human voice and more. The new wavetables load into the user wavetable slots, so you don’t have to worry about messing up your patches that use ones from the factory.
Sequential’s Pro 3 SE effortlessly combines the raw power & warmth of analogue with the versatility & scope of digital to create one of the most exciting synths to come out in recent times. It’s a truly inspiring instrument that will bolster your music creation for years to come.
<<Click here to learn more about the Pro 3’s features!
- Two analog, voltage-controlled oscillators
- One DSP-based digital oscillator
- Analog oscillators produce three classic wave shapes: (triangle, saw, pulse) with variable shape modulation/pulse width on each
- Digital oscillator produce 32 digital wavetables of 16 waves each with wave morphing, plus classic wave shapes (sine, triangle, saw, variable-width pulse) and super saw
- Digital oscillator 3 can function as an LFO for complex wavetable-based modulation
- White noise generator
- Hard sync, per-oscillator Glide, Oscillator Slop
- 3-voice paraphonic mode with individually-gated envelopes per oscillator
- Three classic filter types
- Filter 1 is a 4-pole, 24 dB per-octave, Prophet-6™ low-pass filter
- Filter 2 is a classic, 4-pole, 24 dB per-octave, transistor ladder filter with optional resonance compensation
- Filter 3 is a 2-pole, 12 db per-octave, OB-6™ state-variable filter. It can be continuously varied between low-pass, notch, and high-pass operation, with an optional band-pass mode.
- Three syncable LFOs with phase offset and slew per LFO
- Five waveshapes: triangle, saw, reverse saw, square, and S&H
- Four ADSR envelopes with delay (Filter, VCA, and two Auxiliary envelopes)
- Envelopes freely assignable to multiple modulation destinations
- All envelopes can repeat/loop
- Dual digital effects
- Stereo delay, BBD delay, chorus, flanger, phaser, ring mod, vintage rotating speaker, distortion, high-pass filter, super plate reverb
- Tuned feedback with Grunge for extra-aggressive tonal destruction
- Programmable analog distortion
- 32 slot modulation matrix with over 46 mod sources and over 171 mod destinations
- Modulation assignment buttons enable quick and easy modulation routing
- Mod Matrix runs at audio rates
- Four control voltage (CV) inputs and outputs for interfacing with modular synths and other CV-compatible devices
- Parameters that can be sent to CV outputs include oscillators, LFOs, envelopes, sequencer tracks and any other source within the modulation matrix. Runs at audio rates.
- Gate Out for triggering external CV-compatible devices. Any CV in can be used as a gate input.
- Advanced sequencer with three modes: normal, gated, and trigger
- 16 tracks and 4 linkable 16-step phrases
- Per-step ratcheting, duration, and velocity
- Multiple playback modes: forward, reverse, forward/reverse, random
- Supports real-time/step input, rests, and variable-length sequences
- Syncs to MIDI clock and external audio and CV input
- Sequences freely assignable to any modulation destination
- Sophisticated arpeggiator with up, down, up+down, random, assign modes
- Syncs to MIDI clock and external audio and CV inputs
- Re-latching arpeggiation
- Runs concurrent with Sequencer for arpeggiated patterns with parameter automation
- Over 60 knobs and 70 buttons enable deep, comprehensive editing with minimal menu diving
- Backlit pitch and mod wheels are easily visible in low-light situations and have a smooth, precise response.
- Independently adjustable upper and lower pitch wheel range
- Position-sensitive latchable touch slider for enhanced interactivity and control
- Full-sized, three-octave, semi-weighted keyboard with velocity and aftertouch
- 512 user and 512 factory programs
- Playlist mode for generating easily accessible set lists of your favorite programs
- 1 MIDI In, 1 MIDI Out, and 1 MIDI Thru/Out 2 port
- USB port for bidirectional MIDI communication
- 4 CV inputs (4 x 1/8″ jack) with -10v to +10v voltage range
- 4 CV outputs (4 x 1/8″ jack) with -10v to +10v voltage range
- 1 Gate Out (1/8″ jack)
- 1 Sustain/footswitch input
- 1 Expression pedal input
- 1 External audio input (1/4″ phone jack)
- Main stereo output (2 x 1/4″ phone jack)
- Headphone out (stereo 1/4″ phone jack)
- 1 universal IEC AC power inlet for internal power supply
- Operates worldwide on voltages between 100-240v, 50-60Hz, 30 watts maximum power consumption
- Premium, 3-octave, semi-weighted Fatar keyboard
- 27″ L x 14.6″ W x 5.07″ H (68.6 cm x 37 cm x 12.8 cm)
- Weight: 27 lbs (12.25 kg)
- Multi-angle tilt-up panel
- Premium-grade walnut trim