Item Location

This item is available for Collection or Delivery from:
Cash Generator Middleton, 14 Middleton Gardens, Manchester, M24 4DF
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 01616435173

Item Condition

Condition: Pre-Owned: Grade B
pre owned item in good condition and in full working order tested instore

Item Description

The Donner Essential B1 is an analog bass synthesizer and sequencer designed for intuitive operation and classic acid sounds. This compact device offers 128 genre presets for electronic music and 128 user-programmable slots for custom sound creation. The interface integrates modern silicone touchpads with backlighting as an alternative to traditional keyboard layouts, enabling both sequencer and live performance capabilities. Built-in saturation and delay effects allow for deep bass sound shaping with classic distortion and echo characteristics. The synthesizer provides extensive connectivity with USB-MIDI compatibility for DAW integration and functions as a MIDI controller. Audio connections include a 3.5mm audio signal input for multiple device connections, a 6.35mm mono output for master switching, and a 3.5mm audio output for headphone monitoring. The device measures approximately 30 cm in width, 15 cm in depth, and 5 cm in height, weighing around 1.2 kg. The design combines modern interface elements with classic synth functionality, offering both retro-inspired sounds and contemporary workflow benefits. The Essential B1 operates with standard power supply requirements and maintains stable analog signal processing across its parameter ranges. The construction features durable materials with precise knobs and responsive touch surfaces. This synthesizer serves as a versatile tool for electronic music production, live performances, and studio applications, providing direct access to classic bass synthesis while remaining compatible with modern music production setups.

• Theremin: No
• Drum Machine: No
• Sound Generation Type: Analog
• Highlighted Sound Parameters: 1 VCO
• Highlighted Features: Sequencer
• Sampling Capability: No
• Sequencer: Yes
• Sequencer Type: Step Sequencer
• Number of Sequencer Steps: 128
• Real-time Recording: Yes (Real-time performance)
• Step Recording: Yes
• Connector Type: full-size 5-pin MIDI I/O, 3.5mm TRS (headphones), DC input connector, Sync I/O, USB-C
• MIDI Connectivity: Yes, USB MIDI
• USB Connectivity: Yes
• Wireless Connectivity: No
• Control Type: Haptic Pads
• Number of Keys: Two-octave, 26-note
• Highlighted Controls: Haptic Pads
• Keyboard Type: Silicone Tactile Keyboard
• Number of Knobs/Faders: 7 (SATURATION, DRIVE, TONE, DELAY, LEVEL, TIME, FEEDBACK)
• Included Accessories: Bass Drum
• Design Type: Synthesizer, Analog Bass Synthesizer, Analog Bass Synthesizer & Sequencer
• Design Highlights: Won the 2022 Red Dot Design Award
• Portability: Portable
• Dimensions: 32.5*12*5.6 cm
• Color: altro
• Weight: 0.62 kg
• Material: silicon (haptic pads)
• Audio Inputs: Yes
• Polyphony: Monophonic
• Number of Presets: 128
• Number of User Patches: 128 (user-programmable presets)
• Power Source: DC input connector
• Internal Storage: 128-slot pattern memory (for sequencer)
• MIDI Sync: Yes
• USB Sync: Yes
• Clock Sync: Sync I/O
• Built-in Effects: Yes
• Effects Type: Built-in
• Highlighted Effects: Delay
• Number of Effects: Two (saturation and delay)
• Number of Filters: 1
• Number of Oscillators: 1
• Filter Type: low pass
• Audio Output Type: Headphones (3.5mm TRS), Line output (1/4' TRS)
• Audio Output Channels: Mono (main out)
• With Screen: Yes
• Backlit Display: dynamic color-changing backlights (haptic pads)
• Display Size: 1 in
• Display Type: LED Display
• Touchscreen Display: No
• Skill Level: New to electronic music
• Top Use Cases: Live performance
• Operating System: Win 7 or higher, Mac OS X 10.6.8 or higher