Synthesizers
01 Super Gemini is a 20-voice polyphonic, bitimbral analog-hybrid dream synth. Employing an unprecedented dual-layer design, this bi-timbral instrument gifts players with immediate control over both timbral layers. Allowing you to tweak, mold and transform your performances in real time on a synth with unparalleled sonic possibilities.
Super Gemini
Another Level.
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Overview
Stacked with up to 20 voices of polyphony, each performance is an entire spectrum of sonic opportunity in which voices and timbres can be split, dualled, sequenced all at the touch of a single control. Unique spectrally rich digital hardware oscillators, with expansive tonal features such as wave morphing, cross & ring modulation, bi-directional sync and more, feed into an all-analog signal path inspired by the classic instruments of our past.
Matching sonic innovation with tactility, the Super Gemini is equipped with a 61-note semi-weighted keybed with polyphonic aftertouch, in addition to a custom engineered ribbon sensor for individual note articulation and a gestural way to explore your sound. With 128 performance and 256 patch slots, 32 interchangeable waveforms and 16 sequences, you can safely store and edit your sounds without concern.
As the second synth in the ‘Super’ series, the Gemini represents a quantum leap in UDO’s technology – building on the acclaimed rich sound pioneered by George Hearn and the Super 6. Adopting a true-stereo Binaural signal path with dual FPGAs and twin effects processors, Gemini will take you on an adventure of spectral dynamics, of glittering frequency and shattering subharmonics, of comfort and discord, expectations and surprises.
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Key Features
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Duality in Control
Equipped with dual synth-control levels, the Super Gemini gifts you with comprehensive and immediate control over multiple patches / timbral layers, calling out for you to tweak, mold and transform your performances in an unprecedented real-time form. This is a synth that opens new heights of powerful and immediate play.
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The Power of Play
With a total of 20 voices, the option to split and stack patches, each with its own individual arpeggio or sequence, paired with an uncompromisingly powerful sound engine, the Super Gemini allows you to push sonic boundaries and to explore the acclaimed UDO sound to the fullest.
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Binaural Analog Signal Path
In Binaural mode, Super Gemini features a true stereo signal path in which the instrument’s 20 voices are twinned to form 10 stereo ‘super’ voices. Consequently, the left and right channels — and each of the player’s ears — are assigned their own complete synthesizer voice. Parameters for both channels of each super voice may be independently controlled, facilitating rich and unique stereo images. The effect ranges from subtle to extreme stereo movement, creating an enhanced sense of spatial positioning relative to “conventional” monaural signal-chains panned at their output.
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Inspired by The Classics
Built For Today
Super Gemini fuses a state-of-the-art FPGA digital architecture with archetypal voltage-controlled synthesizer technology. This harmonious marriage of old and new encompasses all that is great from the era of classic analog polyphonic synthesizers, yet in an unparalleled form factor which is immensely powerful, flexible, and reliable.
Sound. Engineering. Design
Super Gemini. Another Level.
Super Gemini brings together deep control, a cutting-edge unique stereo signal architecture, and an exceptionally powerful hybrid sound engine, into an instrument designed for real, hands-on exploration and play. Layer patches, shape evolving textures and soundscapes, or experiment with epic 3D width in Binaural mode. It is our answer to the question: what is the true dream-synth? An instrument designed without compromise and the most complete realisation of the UDO ethos: The Power of Play.
20 Voice
10 Voice in binaural mode
2-part multitimbral
2 complete independent synths
dual control sets
binaural analog signal path
super-wave oscillators
fpga powered
delay and multi-mode chorus
multi-mode arpeggiator
with smart hold
61-keys with poly aftertouch
expressive ribbon controller
intelligent pitch control
highest quality components
zero compromise
rugged build quality
instruments for life
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Explainers
What Does It All Mean?
FPGA Digital Oscillators
Super Gemini leverages the power of ultra-precision FPGA digital oscillators for a direct and alias-free sound source. This cutting-edge technology combined with archetypal analog components and sound sources provides a rich and flexible sonic canvas that can be sculpted for warm basses, expansive pads, and sparkling leads.
Binaural Analog Signal Path
Binaural refers to the twin synthesizer signal paths. In Binaural mode, each channel (ear) has a complete synthesizer voice. You can detune and de-phase the left and right oscillators, amplitude and filter (and indeed other parameters) relative to each-other. Ranging from subtle to extreme, this unique feature allows for experimenting with the 'width' of the sound and creates an improved sense of 3D positioning. It has in this sense one “super voices” for every two “conventional” voices.
20 Polyphonic Voices
Gemini employs a massive 20 voices in standard mode, with the option of twinning them to create 10 voices in Binaural mode. In this mode, the synthesizer offers 10 'super' voices, compared to the full 20 in standard mode, allowing for rich spatial effects while maintaining polyphonic performance.
2-Part Multitimbral
Multitimbral refers to a synthesizer's ability to play two or more different sounds (or timbres) simultaneously. This means you can split the keyboard to play one sound on the left and another on the right, or layer two sounds together for a richer, more complex tone. Multitimbrality offers more creative flexibility, especially for live performance or complex sound design.
Polyphonic Aftertouch
Polyphonic aftertouch allows you to apply different aftertouch pressures on individual notes as opposed to a single value for all held notes. This opens up a new world of expression, allowing the player to accentuate and flourish individual parts of a held chord or arpeggiated sound.
No-Compromise Build
An instrument is cherished not just for the way it sounds but for the way it feels to play. We build our instruments to the highest standards, with precision engineering alongside premium materials and components. Every detail is designed for durability, reliability, and a truly hands-on experience.
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Tech Spec
Super Gemini Technical Specifications
Overview
20-voice polyphonic, bi-timbral hybrid synthesizer with real-time controls for both layers.
True stereo signal path for binaural modulations and spatially enhanced sounds.
Two FPGA-based oscillators featuring classic analog waveforms, capable of cross and ring modulation.
First oscillator with ‘super mode’ and up to 64 user definable waveforms.
Second oscillator with two sub oscillator options and hard sync.
Analog filters (low-pass and high-pass) and VCAs.
Two LFOs, two envelope generators and an 8x8 modulation matrix per layer.
Arpeggiator and 64-step sequencer per layer.
Two 24-bit stereo effects (chorus and delay) per layer.
Various voice assign options for polyphonic, monophonic and unison modes.
Memory: 512 performances, 512 patches, 64 alternative waveforms, 16 sequences.
MPE support.
61-note, semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive Fatar keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch.
Custom-designed ribbon controller for expressive modulation control.
Folded aluminium and steel construction and high-quality mechanical controls.