Promega 2
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using the PROMEGA - comparison to a Grand Piano
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Features
Technology
Through its intuitive and innovative user interface, the new Promega2 brings
you the power and flexibility of GEM’s DRAKE (Dsp-Risc-Advanced-Keyboard-Engine)
technology, as already featured in the Promega3: the reference standard in
the professional digital piano field. Thanks to DRAKE, one of the most advanced
dedicated musical DSPs in the world, GEM has been able to implement complex
sound generation algorithms in this instrument like the real-time manipulation
of physical models.
Control
The Promega2 has the same innovative user interface already applauded by many
of the world’s top professional keyboardists from the Promega3, offering
the type of simple and logical panel layout found in many renowned vintage
instruments, where every function was controlled by a single dedicated button
or knob. Thus the Promega2’s vast array of dedicated controls: 4 faders,
5 virtual pots, 6 separate LCD displays and 4 EQ-bars , offering instant access
and total control over every feature.
Realtime physical modelling
The Promega2 offers 3 completely independent sound generating sections: pianos,
vintage keys and bass/orchestra, for a total of 45 sounds with 160 voices
of polyphony. The PCM sound database (64MB) contains a number of stunningly
realistic acoustic piano samples including the astonishing Fazioli™
F308, while the real-time physical modeling system reproduces classic electro
mechanical instruments like Rhodes™, Wurlitzer™ and Clavinet™
with a degree of realism never before experienced in a digital instrument.
Physical models and effects
All of the acoustic piano sounds incorporate GEM’s patented physical
modeling algorithms like damper physical model, natural string resonance,
advanced release technology and FADE (Filter Algorithm Dynamic Emulation).
Plus, the sound of each section can be further enhanced with the internal
DSP effects, offering 15 different reverbs and 15 different Pro-FX; all completely
programmable and with independent sends from each section. At the final output
stage is a programmable 4-band digital EQ, allowing you to tailor the overall
sound of the Promega2 to suit your personal taste.
Presets and Master functions
With the Promega2 you can program up to 64 presets which allow you to instantly
recall any combination of sounds, levels, effect and control settings, while
the pitch and modulation wheels offer an impressive array of MIDI control
functions, making the Promega2 a powerful and efficient MIDI controller keyboard.
Connections
The Promega2 offers both balanced and unbalanced audio connections for optimum
flexibility in any performance environment, live or studio.
Sound Chart
| Prog | Pianos | Vintage | Bass/Other |
| 1 | STEREO GRAND 1 |
RHOD 1 |
ACOUSTIC BASS |
| 2 | STEREO GRAND 2 |
RHOD 2 |
ELECTRIC BASS |
| 3 | PRO 2 |
RHOD 3 |
F.LESS |
| 4 | JAZZ |
RHOD 4 |
B. RIDE |
| 5 | POP |
WURL 1 |
CHOIR |
| 6 | ROCK |
WURL 2 |
SYNTH VOX |
| 7 | UPRIGHT |
HYBRID 1 |
WARM PAD |
| 8 | CP GRAND |
HYBRID 2 |
SLOWSTR PAD |
| 9 | NEW AGE |
FMDX 1 |
HOLLOWPAD |
| 10 | HONKY |
FMDX 2 |
STRING 1 |
| 11 | TECHNO |
CLAVI 1 |
STRING 2 |
| 12 | DANCE |
CLAVI 2 |
LEGATO |
| 13 | FUNKY |
HARPSI |
JAZZ ORG |
| 14 | GRAND 1 |
VIBES |
ROCK ORG |
| 15 | GRAND 2 |
MARIMBA |
CHURCH ORG |
Technical Details
Keyboard: 88 keys with Hammer Action
Polyphony: 160 notes max
Sounds: 45 PCM (64 MB Stereo/Mono samples), physical modelling
sounds
Performances: 64 Factory + 64 User
Modes: 3 sections: Pianos, Vintage Keys, Bass/Orchestra;
Single, Split (programmable), Layer
Controls: Volume, Input Volume, 2 Wheels (pitch bend, modulation),
4 Faders, 5 Virtual Pots, 4 EQ Bars, Transpose, Tune
Touch: 3 levels + user
Digital Effects: 15 Reverbs + 15 PRO Effect (programmable),
with separate sends, 4 band graphic digital equalizer
Physical Models: Stereo Damper Physical Model, Natural String
Resonance, Advanced Release Technology, FFT Merge, Amp Simulation, FADE
Display: 2 x 16 LCD (backlit), 5 x 3 digits LED
MIDI: In/Out/Thru
Pedals: 3 programmable pedals
Connections: Stereo Out (balanced TRS), 2 Aux Out, Stereo
In (with Gain control), Computer host (PC1, PC2, Mac), 2 Headphones
Extra: Upgradable operating system
Dimensions: 1281mm x 146mm x 420mm / 50.4" x 5.7"
x 16.5"
Weight: 25Kg / 55 lbs.