We have 2 alesis andromeda a6 manuals available for free pdf download. Confidential alesis service manual 8310089c alesis a6 andromeda a6 service manual pn. Alesis a6 andromeda real analog synthesizer alesis encyclotronic. Alesis proprietary dsp analog alesis proprietary dsp analog modeling modeling polyphonic voices. Power up while holding function soft button 1 forces a6 to load default program and mix. The andromeda a6 is a true analog synthesizer using two analog oscillators per voice. The following chart is taken from the a6 user manual. The a6 andromeda from alesis, commonly known as just a6 by its fans and admirers, is a beast of a machine. This hybrid, polyphonic synth is built with a true analog signal path and a lot of the internal architecture is further enhanced by digital control. The alesis andromeda a6 is a 16 voice multitimbral analog synthesizer. Alesis andromeda a6 we need to share our excitement and tell you that we recently brought a new friend home which have permanently moved into the luftrum sound lab, an alesis andromeda a6.
Tech notes online is a weekly column covering all aspects of todays music, from stage to studio. Andromeda a6 reference manual 29 chapter andromesa when oh, the sequencer will play a the a6 s voice s when a note or chord is played. So does that mean all of the graphics are handled by the 87c52 too. Per the service manual, the 87c52 processor handles the lcd. It is known to have been used by solar fields specifications. Updating the os is a very simple and straightforward task. Alesis a6 andromeda 61key polyphonic analog synthesizer reverb. The alesis melody 61 mkii keyboard has 61 pianostyle keys, builtin speakers, and 300 builtin sounds covering a wide variety of instrumentspianos, strings, brass, woodwinds, percussion, mallets, guitars, synths, even sound effects. In a world filled with almostanalog and sortofanalog synthesizers, andromeda is the real deal. Alesis a6 andromeda 61key polyphonic analog synthesizer. Specifications sound engine sound engine sound generation. Rob papen provides a bank of 128 andromeda patches available for download. The studio quality digital effects include reverb, chorus, echo, and a builtin analog distortion circuit.
This symbol warns the user of uninsulated voltage within the unit that can cause dangerous electric shocks. Search youtube for the alesis a6 andromeda real analog synthesizer. The attention to detail applied as alesis engineering researched the great analog synths of the past has paid off in producing an instrument that has the worldclass analog sound, complete with every nuance. Alesis andromeda a6 os update instructions synth manuals. Our first product in the line was our a6 andromeda, a true analog synth considered by many to be the most powerful nonmodular analog synthesizer ever made. This gives you the freedom to set up effects sets zndromeda work well for a single programs, then create other effects sets that are appropriate for split or layered mixes. It has a pcmcia slot for saving patches to an sram card. Alesis has taken the time to explain the hows and whys of analog synthesis and how it works before they begin explaining how to utilize the power of the andromeda itself. Get instant access to the worlds best private pro audio classifieds for. On paper, the characteristics and 16 voice polyphony can impress.
The information in this document contains privileged and confidential information. The andromeda a6 is a true analog synthesizer using two analog oscillators per voice, suboscillators, hard and soft sync and more. In turn, the manual does a great job at explaining how to use all the in depth functions within the andromeda. Follow this product to see new listings in your feed. Andromeda a6 is a 61note velocity sensitive keyboard with aftertouch. Reference manual, instruction and program chart, instructions and program charts. Huge 61 keys synthesizer with 2 oscillator per voice and multimode filter.
Important safety instructions andromeda a6 reference manual 7 important safety instructions safety symbols used in this product this symbol alerts the user that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit. Jun 15, 2019 alesis andromeda a6 owners manual modulation and envelopes nvelopes an envelope is used when you want to make changes in the level or the frequency of a destination over a period of time which can be mere fractions of a second. Alesis qs8 manuals and user guides, electronic keyboard. Manuals for guitar effects, synthesizers, and midi devices. View and download alesis andromeda a6 service manual online. Together with the a6 reference manual, this document provides a complete description of the functionality and serviceability of the a6. In his introduction to the excellent user s manual, dave bertovic writes, simply stated, this box has. A users group for owners and fans of the alesis andromeda a6.
As described in the opening, ive had the a6 for a while but only recently got it up and mostly running again. Get manuals, specifications, and demos for the alesis andromeda a6 synthesizer. This is alesis andromeda a6 polyphonic analog with extras in excellent working condition. Alesis andromeda a6 alesis andromeda a6, polyphony. Be sure to register your ion at the alesis website. Andromeda comes with 256 breathtaking preset patches plus 128 user. A6 product overview the andromeda sales brochure pdf. When received, the a6 will respond to this message with a 128 midi program dumps 00 from the user bank, 128 midi mix dumps 04 from the user bank, and a global data dump 08, for a total of. The alesis andromeda a6 is a 16voice, 16channel multitimbral analog synthesizer by alesis which was released in 2000 and discontinued in 2010. For delivery in 2004 alesis andromeda a6 comes in a cardboard double blind very being protected with a sustain pedal. It contains useful information for troubleshooting. At alesis, while our products range from keyboards, synthesizers, hard disk recorders, ipod recording and playback devices, electronic drums, mixers, signal processors, effects units, amplifiers and speakers one thing remains consistent. This gives you the freedom to set up effects sets zndromeda work well for a single programs, then create other. If so, then in theory, shouldnt the 87c52 processor be able to display something without being connected to the main board.
Alesis andromeda a6 reference manual 280 pages 16voice real analog synthesizer. In real life, what to do with all these sources and modulation destinations, especially since it is difficult to have a clear vision. Chodan provides a forum for qs and nanosynth owners. Before contacting alesis technical support, we recommend searching our product support knowledge base to see if a solution to your particular problem has already been published. There were not many of them produced before neumark acquired alesis and discontinued production of this awesome analog synth. This is probably the best sr16 editor available on any platform.
Alesis andromeda a6 wav samples, pdf manuals cyborg studio. High resolution images of each a6 andromeda board not quite as sexy as when the boards are mounted inside the case, but here are some clinical, big and clear pictures of each board out of the a6, to aid others in visualization, troubleshooting, and reference. Find great deals on ebay for alesis andromeda a6 when you shop the largest online selection at. The a6 is a powerful instrument in the right hands and can fit any kind of song demanding a strong analog presence otherwise is a waste, probably the best analog synth ever build, we have to use lab instruments like oscilloscope frequency meters for compare with another. To update the operating system software of your alesis a6 andromeda, please follow these instructions. Each voice has 2 oscillators, 2 resonating filters, hard and soft sync, and a.
Andromeda a6 overview verview of the ndromeda heory anual hapter. The button 8 option seems the most mangling as it seems to overwrite native patches with your user ones. The andromeda a6 starts out with 16 of the most elaborate synthesizer voices to date, and these voices sound absolutely wonderful. Alesis a 6 andromeda 16 voice real analog synthesizer reference manual. Troubleshooting an alesis a6 andromeda no boot page 2. The andromeda a6 is a true analog synthesizer with full midi implementation and is 16channel multitimbral. In a world filled with almostanalog and sortofanalog synthesizers, andromeda is. User manuals, guides and specifications for your alesis qs8 electronic keyboard, music equipment, synthesizer. With the andromeda, youll find a huge range of tonal possibilities. Are your user patches sacred because you can try other button sequences to get back to native programs perhaps. Manualalesis have made manuals and program charts for many of their. View and download alesis andromeda a6 reference manual online.
Im thinking about whether solaris can be expected to replace a number of my current synths. Andromeda a6 is a true analog synthesizer using two analog oscillators per voice, suboscillators, hard and soft sync and more. This page contains information about the owners manual for the andromeda a6 from alesis. The alesis sr16 16 bit drum machine is still available from musicians friend sr16 manual manual for the sr16 plus tips on keeping it in working condition.
Next came the alesis ion, praised as one of the most powerful and best sounding analog modeling synthesizers ever. Alesis a6 andromeda 61key polyphonic analog synthesizer w custom calzone ata case. The andromeda a6 was first released in 2000 by alesis studio electronics of u. Here at alesis, being the company responsible for producing the a6 andromeda, arguably the most powerful analog synthesizer ever released, we think were in the best position to produce an analog modeling synthesizer that most closely resembles the real thing.
The a6 has 256 preset and 128 user defined programs with a pcmcia memory card slot for additional programs and mixes. This symbol alerts the user that there are important operating and. A modern true real analog synthesizer that is no longer in production today. A6 reference manual the andromeda user operators manual for firmware version 1. The 16note polyphonic synthesizer comprises 2 oscillators per voice, includes sub oscillators, generates 5 waveforms among which there are sine, triangle, square, up saw, down saw offered. Database contains 3 alesis qs8 manuals available for free online viewing or downloading in pdf. A6 system exclusive message chart full list of midi commands that the andy responds to pdf.
Troubleshooting an alesis a6 andromeda no boot gearslutz. The specifications published this far look extremely promising. Alesis andromeda a6 supplementary manual pdf download. Troubleshooting an alesis a6 andromeda no boot page 9. The a6 is analog 16voice multitimbral mothership of a synthesizer from 2001. Unfollow alesis andromeda a6 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. It is intended only for the use of those authorized by alesis. Do not turn off power to your a6 while it is burning the flash, or you will have to do the whole process. The andromeda has analog oscillators and filters combined with modern digital control.
The andromeda a6 is a knobandbuttonladen twooscillator analog synthesizer. This page contains information about the os update instructions for the andromeda a6 from alesis. The alesis andromeda a6 is a real musical instrument i have to today day 37 different keyboard in storage and my studio. Appendix c of the a6 reference manual and familiarize yourself with it. Alesis andromeda a6 rare vintage polyphonic analog synthesizer. Overview of the andromeda a6 that are used to create the voices tonal identity. Confidential alesis service manual 8310089c preface this document is intended to assist the service technician in the operation, maintenance and repair of the a6 andromeda. Alesis andromeda a6 users group public group facebook. Alesis andromeda a6 2000 16 voices real analog synthesizer. In a single, powerful package youll find a huge range of tonal possibilities.
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