Moog Subsequent 37: Analog Mono Synth with Sub 37 Legacy
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Moog Subsequent 37: analog mono/duo synthesizer with two oscillators, selectable filter, aftertouch keyboard, and 256 patch memory slots for your own sounds.
The Moog Subsequent 37 is an analog synthesizer that Moog Music introduced in August 2017 as the successor to the Sub 37. It operates monophonically or duophonically based on the principle of subtractive synthesis and is aimed at anyone looking for rich basslines and raw analog leads, rather than relying on presets.
At a glance
- Analog mono/duo synthesizer, successor to the Moog Sub 37
- Two oscillators and two LFOs, subtractive sound generation
- Selectable low-pass filter with 6, 12, 18 or 24 dB/octave
- 256 memory slots, MIDI as well as CV/Gate connections
Sound Generation: Two Oscillators, a Versatile Filter
At the core of the Subsequent 37, two analog oscillators work together with two LFOs. The centerpiece is the low-pass filter, which can be switched between 6, 12, 18, and 24 dB per octave, giving the instrument an unusually wide sound range – from lean, biting basslines to softly filtered pads.
Keyboard, Memory, and Expression
The 37 keys respond to velocity and aftertouch, making the Subsequent 37 interesting for expressive lead lines in live performance. 256 internal memory slots store your own sounds. The device has no built-in effects – if you need delay, reverb, or distortion, you'll have to use external gear or your mixer.
Interfaces: MIDI, CV, and the Limited CV Version
In addition to MIDI, the Subsequent 37 features CV/Gate inputs, allowing it to be integrated into modular setups. A special limited edition of 2,000 units, the Subsequent 37 CV, went a step further: it added four freely assignable CV outputs and two gate outputs, which are missing from the regular Subsequent 37.
Technical Specifications
| Type | Analog Mono/Duo Synthesizer |
|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2017, successor to the Sub 37 |
| Oscillators | 2, plus 2 LFOs |
| Filter | Low-pass, selectable 6/12/18/24 dB/octave |
| Keyboard | 37 keys, velocity and aftertouch |
| Memory | 256 patches |
| Effects | no built-in effects |
| Interfaces | MIDI, CV/Gate inputs |
FAQ
Can the Moog Subsequent 37 be played polyphonically?
No. It is designed as a monophonic or duophonic synthesizer, meaning it plays a maximum of two voices simultaneously – classic for analog bass and lead machines of this type.
What distinguishes the Subsequent 37 from the CV version?
The limited Subsequent 37 CV additionally offers four assignable CV outputs and two gate outputs for use in modular systems, which are missing from the standard version. If you're programming your own sounds, you'll find relevant basics in the article on harmonic mixing or in our overview of current Dark Techno releases, where analog basses of this type often set the tone.
Source: Wikipedia, Moog Subsequent 37.
