The PolyChainer distributes incoming midi notes to it’s both MIDI OUT jacks – one after the other. The position of the switch labeled POLY / LAYER determines whether it should double the POLYphony or LAYER the sounds of 2 connected synthesizers.
Originally it was designed for enabling the Synth Programmer to use the GROUP mode with two Matrix (1000 or 6/6R or even mixed) for doubling polyphony. Without the PolyChainer this is not possible for two reasons:
- the Matrix 6 does not offer the GROUP mode at all
- the Matrix 1000 seems to have a little bug: Midi Parameter Change SysEx-data being forwarded on it’s MIDI THRU jack is destroyed, parameter changes therefore can not be forwarded to the 2nd Matrix.
The PolyChainer solved this by not using the M1000’s own Group mode. Instead it distributes the notes alternately to the connected synthesizers. Further it allows to select which one of the synths will be provided with parameter-change data. This even works with two Matrix 6 or 1000 mixed in all combinations.
Now with precious flat handles. 3D-printed case with 4 high-gloss finish on main sides ("QuadGloss"). 4 colors available: glittery red (PLA), sallow thorn (recycling-PLA) or matte black (PLA). Cat's gold currently sold out.
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Article number: 1310
Manufacturer: Gregor Zoll Musikelektronik, Hermann-Voss-Str. 21, 49872 Meschede Deutschland, Email: shop@stereoping.com
