Waldorf Waldorf M 16Voice

The Waldorf M 16Voice synthesizer is a love letter to classic wavetable synthesis, reimagined for modern sound designers. With 16-voice polyphony and four-part multitimbral capability, it delivers rich, evolving textures powered by dual wavetable oscillators—each offering Classic Microwave I and Modern Microwave II/XT modes for distinct tonal flavors. An analog 24 dB/oct lowpass VCF with the SSI 2144 Improved Ladder Type filter adds warmth and character, while a true stereo VCA with panning brings depth and motion. With 1,024 expertly crafted presets and full compatibility with legacy Microwave sound sets, the M 16Voice blends vintage soul with modern power in a compact, inspiring package.

Waldorf M 16Voice With Classic and Modern Wavetable Oscillators

At the heart of the M 16Voice are two wavetable oscillators with distinct character modes: Classic Microwave I and Modern Microwave II/XT. Classic mode emulates vintage grit with 8-bit resolution and a 240 kHz sample rate, while Modern mode delivers clean, band-limited waves at 40 kHz. Each oscillator supports hard sync, ring modulation and deep shaping parameters, giving you a wide range of sonic options—from lo-fi nostalgia to contemporary clarity.

Analog Filtering With Warmth and Saturation

Shaping your tone starts with the M's analog lowpass filter, built on the SSI 2144 Improved Ladder Type design. This 24 dB/oct filter offers rich resonance and saturation, letting you dial in everything from subtle harmonic boosts to full-throttle distortion. It's the kind of analog flavor that makes digital textures feel organic, helping bridge the gap between old-school soul and modern edge.

Performance-Driven Features for Creative Control

The M 16Voice gives you the tools to shape, modulate and move your sound in real time. A 16-pattern arpeggiator with chord mode keeps ideas flowing, while four envelopes and two LFOs offer deep modulation. All parameters are streamlined into dedicated display pages for intuitive editing. It's built to inspire—from shaping ambient pads to building intricate rhythmic sequences with ease.

Studio-Ready Connectivity for Complex Setups

This synthesizer is ready for full integration. With five stereo outputs—including MAIN OUT and four AUX OUTs—you can route each multitimbral part independently. DIN MIDI IN/OUT/THRU and USB 2.0 MIDI ensure solid communication with your rig, while the SD card slot handles firmware updates, patch storage and custom wavetable loading. Bonus: It's VESA-mountable for ergonomic studio placement.

Compact Desktop Synth With Legendary Roots

The Waldorf M 16Voice builds on the legacy of the Microwave series with updated sound design tools and a modern workflow. It's compact enough for desktop setups, but powerful enough to become the center of your rig. From classic tones to future-facing textures, this synth gives you iconic sound with room to push your ideas forward.