Polyend Play+ - Overview

Overview
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Polyend Play+ Manual Rev 2
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Polyend Play+ is a 16 track sample and
synthesizer based groovebox with multitimbral
polyphonic sounds, stereo functionality and
audio over USB. Play+ takes the features and
experience of the original Play instrument to
new heights. Play+ is a complete musical
production and live performance instrument
using both stereo sample and synthesis
engine audio sources for creating beats and
building musical arrangements. Three
synthesizers can be congured from the four
available synthesis models. Three unique
analog emulations and one FM model are all
available as sound sources and can be used
for sequencing. Samples can also be used as
the sound source. Over 5000 stereo and mono
samples are provided to get started but you can
add your own using the supplied Micro SD
Card. Both the capacity to create complete
song arrangements and the skill to engage in
live improvisation are equally supported. The
freedom to mix, play and sequence tracks and
work both with synths, audio samples and control
external polyphonic MIDI devices balances the
‘in the box’ thinking with ‘out of the box’
integration. Play+ is ideal as the central element
in an integrated studio setup using the 8
Polyphonic MIDI / Synth tracks alongside the 8
audio tracks. A set of onboard effects including
delay, reverb and saturation spice up the entire
mix. Play+ has an expansive range of features
including audio over USB for even tighter
integration with other audio gear and digital
audio workstations. The objective is to create
and perform by coupling less traditional
techniques alongside familiar processes to
capture musical ideas and perform full song
arrangements. User experience is at the heart of
Play+ workow and follows simple processes
that enable almost instantaneous productions
and advanced audio design and music creation