Yamaha CS-5 Monophonic Analog Synthesizer w/ Pulse Width Modulation – Old-School Analog Tone with PWM Magic!

Step back into the golden era of analog synthesis with the Yamaha CS-5, a monophonic marvel from 1978 that continues to captivate musicians and sound designers alike. This compact yet powerful synthesizer boasts a 37-key keyboard and a single Voltage-Controlled Oscillator (VCO) offering sawtooth and pulse waveforms, as well as a noise generator. Its straightforward design makes it an excellent choice for both beginners delving into synthesis and seasoned professionals seeking that authentic vintage tone.

One standout feature of the CS-5 is its Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) capability, allowing you to dynamically alter the character of the pulse waveform for rich and evolving textures. The synthesizer is equipped with a versatile 12 dB/octave multi-mode resonant filter, providing high-pass, low-pass, and band-pass options to sculpt your sound precisely. Additionally, the Low-Frequency Oscillator (LFO) includes sine, sawtooth, and sample-and-hold waveforms, enabling a wide range of modulation effects from subtle vibrato to chaotic randomness.

For those looking to integrate external sounds, the CS-5 offers an external audio input that can be routed through its filter and amplifier sections, infusing external audio sources with its distinctive analog warmth. While it lacks modern amenities like patch memory and MIDI, its Control Voltage (CV) and Gate inputs/outputs ensure seamless connectivity with other vintage gear. This unit comes complete with the original manual, providing valuable insights and guidance to help you fully explore the depths of this classic instrument.

At Tone House, we're not just sellers, we're passionate musicians, gear aficionados, and seasoned professionals dedicated to the craft of making music. We take pride in our curated music collection. We love giving these vintage and rare pieces new life through maintenance and upkeep. Our goal is for these units to be at their optimal performance before going to their new homes.  Every item you acquire from us undergoes a meticulous inspection process conducted by our team of enthusiasts, studio engineers, and live performers. With full-time technicians on staff, rest assured that each piece is thoroughly examined and tested before being professionally packed.

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