Ensoniq ESQ-1 Synthesizer

Ensoniq ESQ-1 by Cherry Audio is a virtual synthesizer that celebrates the 40th anniversary of the classic ESQ-1 polyphonic hybrid synthesizer. It features the original 32 waveforms, allowing for authentic recreation of the complex sounds from 1986. Incorporating modern enhancements, it offers extensive modulation options and rhythmic pattern generation, and it supports polyphonic aftertouch and MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE). The ESQ-1 also includes nearly 400 presets, encompassing both original factory sounds and new creations.

Cherry Audio has partnered with Creative Technology to officially license the original 32 waveforms of the ESQ-1. This release features a meticulous emulation of the legendary CEM3379 analog filter. We've accurately recreated its four digitally controllable amplifiers (DCAs), multistage envelopes, low-frequency oscillators (LFOs), and expanded the modulation system. The ESQ-1 software supports drag-and-drop import of patches from SysEx files or via MIDI from the hardware and can even export SysEx files compatible with the original device.

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