Categories: Synthesizers

The Voyetra 8 Analog Polysynth c. 1982

Perhaps the most advanced analog polysynth ever offered, the Octave-Plateau Corp.’s Voyetra 8 was introduced in 1982 and offered incredible digital control over an 8-voice analog synth with a pretty deep sequencer. I’ve uncovered a few period adverts for this beast and I’ve posted them below. Anyone using of these nowadays? How does it compare to (X)? BTW, I love how the somewhat coarse ‘industrial’ styling of the device is mirrored in the very prosaic graphic design of the adverts; there is no attempt to use any ‘trendy’ or (god-forbid) ‘sexxy’ symbolism to promote this product. THIS IS A SERIOUS FKKN SYNTHESIZER.

chris

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John L says:

03/09/2022 at 9:09 pm

Yes, it was a beauty (especially loaded with all those SSM chips). However, in the end I couldn’t get on with it as the programming is VERY counter-intuitive. Mine was the latest REV with all of the documentation, etc.
Would’ve been nice to keep but I like to use these beasts to make music so if they’re not working out in that regard… goodbye.