Chroma Polaris II

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"Rhodes Chroma Polaris II Analog Synthesizer! The Chroma Polaris was the second synthesizer made by Fender/Rhodes after they took over ARP, following their classic Rhodes Chroma. It has a classic analog ARP-like sound, kind-of tinny but also fat. Sounds can be layered up to 6 voices. It has typical analog synth controls including a cool 'sweep' knob for sweeping through the LFO or analog filter cutoff parameters. It also has a simple real-time sequencer and 132 memory patches.

There's also a nice and colorful layout with sliders similar to Roland Juno synths, membrane push-buttons and a large velocity sensitive 61-note keyboard making the Chroma Polaris a very nice synth. Fully MIDI-equipped, the Polaris will transmit and receive all its edit controls through MIDI as well as the ability to play up to three patches at once. This is the "II" version with improved MIDI implementation. The Polaris is rarity in itself. But for a "II" version to come along is truly a once in a blue moon phenomenon!"

Access Virus Indigo II

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--from the Access Music website---

If the original Indigo was a Virtual-Analog Roadster, this baby is a stunning Silver Speedster. The new Virus indigo-2 offers everything you need to produce high-octane sonic masterpieces in a compact package that’s built for comfort and speed. The original limited edition Indigo revamped an entire industry’s concept of supply and demand.

Now, equipped with a new front-panel and the engine of the Virus C, the indigo-2 is ready to do it again. Only this time, it’s got a souped-up transmission: a 3-octave keyboard with Aftertouch!

Ultra-cool… with aluminum side panels and even more blue LEDs, the indigo-2 packs power, portability and the legendary virus sound into a stunning presentation with the style and substance to take you anywhere and everywhere—all by itself. And you can’t imagine better handling, taking your creativity from zero to infinity in no time flat.