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You’ve discovered the synth industry’s best-kept secret: the 3rd Wave 8M — bringing Groove Synthesis’ award-winning wavetable technology to more studios, stages, and creative spaces than ever before. This isn’t a watered-down version. This is 8 voices and 2 parts of pure, uncompromised 3rd Wave DNA in a more accessible, compact package. Same premium sound engine. Same analog filters. Same innovative synthesis. Just more accessible to more producers and musicians.
ACCESS ALL AREAS
The performance-oriented control set featuring a generous 7” display with six encoders gives you the confidence to create the sounds you’ve always envisioned.
COMPLETE SYNTHESIS TOOLKIT
Choose from wavetable synthesis, analog-style synthesis, FM, and sampling for each of the three oscillators to create rich and expansive soundscapes.
- 8 Voices of full 3rd Wave sound engine with complete patch compatibility
- Bi-timbral operation with two independent parts
- Premium analog filters and output stages—identical to our flagship models
- Multiple synthesis types: wavetable, analog-style, FM, and sampling
- Streamlined interface with larger, more intuitive display
- Compact desktop format that fits your creative space
- Rackmountable and ships with 19″ rack ears for mounting
CLASSIC LEGACY – MODERN SOUND
While the 3rd Wave has roots in the classic digital wavetable synths of the past, it takes that concept into the 21st century with a lush, expansive sound that’s a product of its expanded wavetables and warm, organic analog filters.
It boasts not only a punchy, Dave Rossum-designed 2140 analog low-pass filter with variable saturation, but a second, SEM-style state-variable filter (low-pass, high-pass, notch, and band-pass) for additional tone-sculpting. Run both filters in series for harmonically complex textures.
| Product Name | Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8 Voice Wavetable Desktop Module |
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| Brand | Groove Synthesis |
| MPN | 3RDWAVE8m |
| UPC | 0198715364231 |
What's in the Box?
- Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8 Voice Wavetable Desktop Module
- Rack Ears
Features |
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| NUMBER OF VOICES (without part layering) | 8 Voices |
| MULTITIMBRAL | 2 Part Multitimbral |
Sound Engine |
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3 High-resolution Digital Oscillators Per Voice 64 total user wavetable positions with 48 wavetables that contain 64 waveforms per table (32 legacy PPG waves with room for another 16 of this type) 32 original 8-bit wavetables from the PPG 2 series instruments with room for 16 more user-created 8-bit wavetables 7 high-resolution modeled analog waveforms (sine, saw, triangle, supersaw, pulse, white noise, pink noise) VCO sync Linear FM 6-stage wave envelope per oscillator with variable time and position that can be looped Optional wave flow section that allows for no wavetable as well as no waveform interpolation Upper wavetable mode as with the original PPG 2 series Unison mode and chord mode with variable voice count |
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Filter |
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1 Analog Low-pass Filter (Dave Rossum designed, classic, 2140 low-pass resonant filter) 24 dB per octave slope Variable saturation amount Optional resonance compensation 1 State-Variable Filter 12 dB per octave slope Continuously variable between low-pass, notch, and high-pass, operation with optional band-pass mode |
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Envelopes |
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4 ADSR+ Delay Envelopes (Filter, Amplifier, plus 2 additional envelopes switchable between exponential and vintage PPG-style response) Freely assignable to multiple modulation destinations |
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LFOs |
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4 Low-Frequency Oscillators Shapes: Triangle, sawtooth, reverse sawtooth, square, pulse 1, pulse 2, pulse 3, and random (S&H) Variable delay, Note reset Syncable to master clock BPM |
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Effects |
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2 digital effects per part: BBD, stereo delay, tape delay, chorus, phaser, flanger, distortion pedal, rotating speaker, ring mod, room reverb, hall reverb, super plate reverb (most modeled on famous hardware devices) Syncable to master clock BPM Parameters modulatable via mod matrix |
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Wavemaker Tool |
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Built-In Custom Wavetable Maker "Sample-to-wave" functionality (audio input or USB file import) Accepts pitched or un-pitched material as input 96 kHz sampling rate 16-bit resolution 1024 cycles per waveform Flexible wave-sampling length Imports Serum™ wavetables Stores up to 32 custom wavetables with 64 waveforms per wavetable |
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Sequencer |
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Performs both Note and Parameter Sequencing 2 parts per sequence 24 sequences per preset Up to 32 measures per sequence Variable quantization (32nd to whole notes or off) settable in real time Variable swing |
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Arpeggiator |
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1 Arp per Multi-part Modes: Up, down, up/down, assign Range: 1, 2, or 3 octaves |
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Mod Matrix |
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16-slot Modulation Matrix Per Multi-Part 27 mod sources and 114 mod destinations 12 additional fixed-source mod paths Quick modulation assignment via dedicated buttons Runs at audio rates Sequencer can record/play mod parameter changes in real time |
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Controls |
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24 knobs and 36 buttons 7 inch (17.75 cm) display |
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Programs |
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| 451 factory programs. User rewritable | |
In/Out |
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2 Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo outputs (2x 1/4″ phone jack per part) Headphone out (stereo 1/4″ phone jack) MIDI In, MIDI Out, MIDI Thru USB for bidirectional MIDI 1/4″ Audio Input (for wavetable creation or routing through synth path) Sustain/footswitch input Volume pedal input Expression pedal input |
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Power |
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| External universal input power supply (100–240V), 15V, 45W | |
Dimensions |
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| Shipping Box Dimensions (Imperial) | 21" x 12" x 8" |
| Shipping Box Dimensions (Metric) | 53 cm x 29 cm x 20 cm |
| Shipping Weight (Imperial) | 10.5 lbs |
| Shipping Weight (Metric) | 4.8 kg |
| Rack Mountable | Yes, Rack Ears Included |
Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8 Voice Wavetable Desktop Module
You’ve discovered the synth industry’s best-kept secret: the 3rd Wave 8M — bringing Groove Synthesis’ award-winning wavetable technology to more studios, stages, and creative spaces than ever before. This isn’t a watered-down version. This is 8 voices and 2 parts of pure, uncompromised 3rd Wave DNA in a more accessible, compact package. Same premium sound engine. Same analog filters. Same innovative synthesis. Just more accessible to more producers and musicians.
ACCESS ALL AREAS
The performance-oriented control set featuring a generous 7” display with six encoders gives you the confidence to create the sounds you’ve always envisioned.
COMPLETE SYNTHESIS TOOLKIT
Choose from wavetable synthesis, analog-style synthesis, FM, and sampling for each of the three oscillators to create rich and expansive soundscapes.
- 8 Voices of full 3rd Wave sound engine with complete patch compatibility
- Bi-timbral operation with two independent parts
- Premium analog filters and output stages—identical to our flagship models
- Multiple synthesis types: wavetable, analog-style, FM, and sampling
- Streamlined interface with larger, more intuitive display
- Compact desktop format that fits your creative space
- Rackmountable and ships with 19″ rack ears for mounting
CLASSIC LEGACY – MODERN SOUND
While the 3rd Wave has roots in the classic digital wavetable synths of the past, it takes that concept into the 21st century with a lush, expansive sound that’s a product of its expanded wavetables and warm, organic analog filters.
It boasts not only a punchy, Dave Rossum-designed 2140 analog low-pass filter with variable saturation, but a second, SEM-style state-variable filter (low-pass, high-pass, notch, and band-pass) for additional tone-sculpting. Run both filters in series for harmonically complex textures.
| Product Name | Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8 Voice Wavetable Desktop Module |
|---|---|
| Brand | Groove Synthesis |
| MPN | 3RDWAVE8m |
| UPC | 0198715364231 |
What's in the Box?
- Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8 Voice Wavetable Desktop Module
- Rack Ears
Features |
|
|---|---|
| NUMBER OF VOICES (without part layering) | 8 Voices |
| MULTITIMBRAL | 2 Part Multitimbral |
Sound Engine |
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3 High-resolution Digital Oscillators Per Voice 64 total user wavetable positions with 48 wavetables that contain 64 waveforms per table (32 legacy PPG waves with room for another 16 of this type) 32 original 8-bit wavetables from the PPG 2 series instruments with room for 16 more user-created 8-bit wavetables 7 high-resolution modeled analog waveforms (sine, saw, triangle, supersaw, pulse, white noise, pink noise) VCO sync Linear FM 6-stage wave envelope per oscillator with variable time and position that can be looped Optional wave flow section that allows for no wavetable as well as no waveform interpolation Upper wavetable mode as with the original PPG 2 series Unison mode and chord mode with variable voice count |
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Filter |
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1 Analog Low-pass Filter (Dave Rossum designed, classic, 2140 low-pass resonant filter) 24 dB per octave slope Variable saturation amount Optional resonance compensation 1 State-Variable Filter 12 dB per octave slope Continuously variable between low-pass, notch, and high-pass, operation with optional band-pass mode |
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Envelopes |
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4 ADSR+ Delay Envelopes (Filter, Amplifier, plus 2 additional envelopes switchable between exponential and vintage PPG-style response) Freely assignable to multiple modulation destinations |
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LFOs |
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4 Low-Frequency Oscillators Shapes: Triangle, sawtooth, reverse sawtooth, square, pulse 1, pulse 2, pulse 3, and random (S&H) Variable delay, Note reset Syncable to master clock BPM |
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Effects |
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2 digital effects per part: BBD, stereo delay, tape delay, chorus, phaser, flanger, distortion pedal, rotating speaker, ring mod, room reverb, hall reverb, super plate reverb (most modeled on famous hardware devices) Syncable to master clock BPM Parameters modulatable via mod matrix |
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Wavemaker Tool |
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Built-In Custom Wavetable Maker "Sample-to-wave" functionality (audio input or USB file import) Accepts pitched or un-pitched material as input 96 kHz sampling rate 16-bit resolution 1024 cycles per waveform Flexible wave-sampling length Imports Serum™ wavetables Stores up to 32 custom wavetables with 64 waveforms per wavetable |
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Sequencer |
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Performs both Note and Parameter Sequencing 2 parts per sequence 24 sequences per preset Up to 32 measures per sequence Variable quantization (32nd to whole notes or off) settable in real time Variable swing |
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Arpeggiator |
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1 Arp per Multi-part Modes: Up, down, up/down, assign Range: 1, 2, or 3 octaves |
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Mod Matrix |
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16-slot Modulation Matrix Per Multi-Part 27 mod sources and 114 mod destinations 12 additional fixed-source mod paths Quick modulation assignment via dedicated buttons Runs at audio rates Sequencer can record/play mod parameter changes in real time |
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Controls |
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24 knobs and 36 buttons 7 inch (17.75 cm) display |
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Programs |
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| 451 factory programs. User rewritable | |
In/Out |
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2 Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo outputs (2x 1/4″ phone jack per part) Headphone out (stereo 1/4″ phone jack) MIDI In, MIDI Out, MIDI Thru USB for bidirectional MIDI 1/4″ Audio Input (for wavetable creation or routing through synth path) Sustain/footswitch input Volume pedal input Expression pedal input |
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Power |
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| External universal input power supply (100–240V), 15V, 45W | |
Dimensions |
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| Shipping Box Dimensions (Imperial) | 21" x 12" x 8" |
| Shipping Box Dimensions (Metric) | 53 cm x 29 cm x 20 cm |
| Shipping Weight (Imperial) | 10.5 lbs |
| Shipping Weight (Metric) | 4.8 kg |
| Rack Mountable | Yes, Rack Ears Included |
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