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Handcrafted in Asheville, NC, Moog's Mother-32 is their first-ever semi-modular synthesizer. The Mother-32 adds a distinctive raw analog sound, sequencing and extensive interconnectivity to any electronic or modular ecosystem. A great companion for the Moog Grandmother, DFAM or other lager Eurorack systems, the Mother-32 is meticulously designed to provide musicians with a diverse array of creative tools to inspire new music, unique sound and endless sonic exploration. Loaded with features, the Mother-32 is pure Moog sound throughout every component.

Pure analog power

Mother-32 is driven by a 100% analog sound engine with a semi-modular architecture that means its prewired for immediate use, but all of its internal wiring can also be interrupted using any of the 32 patch points. At the core of the Mother-32's structure is a single VCO with the choice between a sawtooth waveform and a square shape waveform with a variable pulse width control that can dial in a wide variety of tonal variations. There's also a switchable high pass and low pass classic Moog Ladder filter with its characteristically smooth 20Hz to 20kHz frequency response. The LFO on the Mother-32 can switch between sawtooth and triangle waveshapes with audio-rate modulation capability.

Built-in sequencer

One powerful feature on the Mother-32 is its voltage controlled 32-step sequencer with up to 64 sequence locations. There are two input methods available on the Mother-32 including a keyboard input where you can play in the note for each step with a connected MIDI keyboard controller, or you can use the 1-octave keypad that's built right into the Mother-32. In addition, you can program rest, tie, accent, gate length, glide on/off and ratchet count per step to create more complex and interesting patterns. 

Infinite expansion

Despite the fact that there is only a single oscillator inside the Mother-32, the 32-point patchbay provides an extensive amount of routing capabilities both internally and through external Eurorack compatible modules for an exponential expansion options. Mother-32 is the perfect companion for other Moog semi-modular synthesizers that have come along including the Grandmother and the DFAM. Try putting adding multiple Mother-32s or DFAMs into the optional 2- or 3-tier rack system, and create a wide range of rich harmonic textures.

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  • Voltage-controlled 32-step sequencer with 64 sequence locations
  • Low Pass & High Pass Moog Ladder Filter (20Hz–20KHz) with voltage controlled resonance
  • External audio input for processing outside sound sources
  • Definitive Moog oscillator with Pulse and Sawtooth wave outputs
  • 5-pin MIDI input and MIDI to CV converter
  • 32 Modular Patch Points (Includes 5 patch cables)
  • 2 Voltage controlled mixers
  • White Noise
  • Superb companion to Werkstatt 01, Minitaur and other synthesizers
  • Main module can be easily transferred into any Eurorack skiff
  • Mount 2 or 3 units vertically with optional 2 and 3 tier kits (sold separately

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Moog music warrants each instrument to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year after delivery to the retail purchaser. The warranty is void if the instrument has been modified in any manner other than in accordance with written instructions from Moog Music, Inc., of if the defect or failure is judged by Moog Music, Inc., to be caused by normal wear, accident, neglect, or conditions of operation other than those specified in the instruction manual.

This warranty is subject to verification by Moog Music, Inc., that a defect or failure exists and that the original purchaser complies with the following:
1. Warranty Registration Card must be returned by the purchaser to Moog Music, Inc., within 10 days of retail purchase.
2. Moog Music, Inc., must be notified by telephone, or in writing, of the problem to secure authorization to return the instrument to the factory or warranty center.
3. The instrument must be shipped prepaid. It will be returned with shipping charges prepaid by Moog Music, Inc.

MOOG MUSIC, INC., MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, EXCEEDING THE DURATION OF THE AFORESTATED OBLIGATIONS ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY. NORLIN SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Moog Music, Inc., authorizes no persons to assume for it any warranty or other liability in connection with the sale of Moog Music, Inc., instruments.

Moog Music, Inc., reserves the right to make changes in design at anytime without incurring any obligation to install same on units previously purchased.

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4.82

22 Reviews

94%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Moog Music keep's Bob's creative legacy thriving

This is my latest Moog purchase in a 40 year history beginning with the purchase of a 70's minimoog D, Taurus 1, Moog source, Radio Schack Moog MG 1, & Little Phatty. There are other companies making fine analog synths, but if you want a Moog, I recommend you happily invest the money. The Mother 32 is hand made by Moog employee-owners in North Carolina, with love for their craft & their love for Bob Moog. I use Moog instruments in a few classic rock & soul bands on a weekly basis. The Mother 32 builds on the same routing & tone shaping principles navigated with other wonderful Moog gear. The sequencer & noise generator are useful for dramatic effects live, the oscillator can be directed by other MIDI keyboards to act as a 3d oscillator with the Moog Phatty, for example, or another voice along with another MIDI keyboard. I have read negative comments about complexities of getting the Mother 32 to respond to MIDI commands from other keyboards; I don't find that to be a problem. after playing a minimoog live, on purpose, for 40 years of live mishaps, mis-shapes, mysteries & moogsical mayhem, I would honestly say the Mother 32 is just fine how it is. while the obsessive compulsive are waiting for optimization & clamoring for better musical amenities, such as self synchronous MIDI clocks, me, the Mother & the other Moogs will be resonating analog soundscapes in unexpected places in a songlist somewhere in the Sonoran desert on a given Friday or Saturday night. Thanks, Musicians Friend and thanks to the beautiful souls at MOOG MUSIC! love love love!

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

To cheaply made.

It sounds really good but Im afraid that if it fell off my desk it would explode. All of the controls are mounted onto the circuit board and not bolted to the faceplate. The patch point jacks are already wiggling and it not even a month old. The tempo knob wont adjust to slower tempos. Not the quality I expected.

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  1. Electronic Music13
  2. MIDI8
  3. Learning6
  4. Accompaniment3
  5. Concerts3
Cons
  1. Difficult to Use3
  2. No Speakers2
  3. Limited Sound Selection1
  4. Poor Instructions1
  5. None1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced11
  2. Professional Musician4
  3. Novice2
Pros
  1. Portable11
  2. Easy to Use10
  3. Responsive / Good Action5
  4. Good Audio3
  5. Touch Sensitive Keys2

Reviewed by 22 customers

  • #sweepstakes Mother-32

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byKirk

    fromMpls mn

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Great sounds, fun to use!

  • Great tool for creating

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byCreateMusic

    fromMidwest

    Great tool for sound design and integrating with other modular gear.

  • Moog Music keep's Bob's creative legacy thriving

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byPete

    fromPhoenix, AZ

    This is my latest Moog purchase in a 40 year history beginning with the purchase of a 70's minimoog D, Taurus 1, Moog source, Radio Schack Moog MG 1, & Little Phatty. There are other companies making fine analog synths, but if you want a Moog, I recommend you happily invest the money. The Mother 32 is hand made by Moog employee-owners in North Carolina, with love for their craft & their love for Bob Moog. I use Moog instruments in a few classic rock & soul bands on a weekly basis. The Mother 32 builds on the same routing & tone shaping principles navigated with other wonderful Moog gear. The sequencer & noise generator are useful for dramatic effects live, the oscillator can be directed by other MIDI keyboards to act as a 3d oscillator with the Moog Phatty, for example, or another voice along with another MIDI keyboard. I have read negative comments about complexities of getting the Mother 32 to respond to MIDI commands from other keyboards; I don't find that to be a problem. after playing a minimoog live, on purpose, for 40 years of live mishaps, mis-shapes, mysteries & moogsical mayhem, I would honestly say the Mother 32 is just fine how it is. while the obsessive compulsive are waiting for optimization & clamoring for better musical amenities, such as self synchronous MIDI clocks, me, the Mother & the other Moogs will be resonating analog soundscapes in unexpected places in a songlist somewhere in the Sonoran desert on a given Friday or Saturday night. Thanks, Musicians Friend and thanks to the beautiful souls at MOOG MUSIC! love love love!

  • Great synth

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byAl

    fromOK

    Great synth.

  • Mother-32 rocks!

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byJdroecker

    fromGreeley, CO

    The gateway drug to modular synthesis... perfect mate for my DFAM.

  • For a first modular synth its pretty cool.

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byRobert

    fromundisclosed

    This is my first modular synthesizer and there is somewhat of a learning curve getting it to produce sounds that I like; plus I bought this thing to work with a Moog Subsequent 37 CV synth too, and I haven't found the sweet spot of connecting them yet. It is solidly made, and I like the layout, and the documentation is pretty good. I was very happy with it being on sale when I bought it, if I'm allowed to say that.

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  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byK1

    fromLos Angeles, CA

    I would like to know is this synth good for bass, or should I go with the mini taurus

    I would like to know is this synth good for bass, or should I go with the mini taurus

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