MOOG Theremini Wavetable Theremin

Moog Theremini

Moog’s Theremini is based on their oldest design: the theremin. The theremin is an instrument played solely by using hand gestures and distance in order to control volume and pitch parameters. One handy feature of the Theremini is the onboard tuner, which lets users see what notes they are playing. Not hitting the correct note? Fear not, the unit also features a dedicated pitch correction knob, which automatically keeps the sound in tune with a scale or root-note predetermined by the user.

The Theremini features 32 wavetable-based sounds, with dedicated buttons for selecting both the root note and scale, controls governing the playing range, and a variable ping pong delay effect for generating extra spooky vibes. In terms of connectivity, the unit features a 1/8” headphone out, internal speaker (which is disengaged when headphones are connected), two 1/4” outs for true stereo operation, a Pitch/CV output (useful for manipulating external sequencers and synthesizers), and a USB Mini port for precise DAW synchronization.

If all this wasn’t enough, the Theremini also includes dedicated editing software that grants unprecedented access to the unit’s synthesizer engine, giving users the ability to create entirely new sounds, alter existing presets, and upload the fruits of their labor to share with a network of other users.

Theremini Features

• Volume Knob
• Controls headphone output volume or built-in speaker volume depending on whether headphones are connected
• Pitch Bias Knob
• Determines the amount of pitch correction applied from 0% to 100%
• Scale Button
• Selects from a list of pre-programmed scales
• Root Button
• Selects the root note to be used in a scale
• Setup Button
• Provides access to the setup menu so that the device’s functions can be calibrated and doubles as a shift key
• Delay Length Button
• Selects the length of the delay from short, medium, long, and off
• Delay Amount Knob
• Controls the amount of delay mixed with the unprocessed signal
• Preset Knob
• Selects the preset to be played from the built-in collection of 32 Wavetable presets
• Pitch Correction with Selectable Scales
• Built-In Tuner For Learning Pitch
• 32 Wavetable-Based Presets
• Built-In Speaker and Two 1/4″ Outputs
• Single-Pitch CV Output W/ Range
• Adjustable Stereo Ping-Pong Delay
• User-Selectable Scale and Root Note
• User-Selectable Range: High and Low Note
• Removable Pitch Antenna
• 3/8″ Mic Stand and Camera Stand Adapter
• Theremini Advanced Software Editor included