Desktop Monophonic Synthesizer
The Malekko Manther Monosynth Groovebox is a compact and portable monophonic synthesizer with an analog signal path. The desktop design is ideal for both studio and live performances. At the heart of the Manther Groovebox is the renowned CEM 3340-based VCO IC chip, complete with an analog filter based on the SSM2044 chip. This captures the essence of analog warmth and grit, resulting in a powerful yet refined sound. The integrated keyboard features transpose controls for switching between octaves and key ranges. It features a wide range of waveforms including Square, Saw, Triangle, Sub and Noise for optimal versatility. The Source Mixer allows you to blend between the waveforms, providing individual outputs for the Square, Saw and Triangle waveforms.
64-Step Digital Sequencer
The powerful and innovative onboard sequencer, provides you with 64 steps in total, more than enough to create complex sequences and more. Each step of the sequencer can be automated and saved within a total of 64 presets. This gives you the ability to create and recall sound sculpting and sequence creations at the touch of a button. The sequencer allows you to quickly and easily build up songs by selecting different presets to play in any order you please. You can use the onboard keyboard to quickly program notes, and the sequencer also boasts Repeat and Probability functions per steps for gate pattern formation.
In-Depth Modulation Control
The Manther employs a large number of retro-style sliders/faders for optimal precision when dialling in your parameter levels. The VCF section features Frequency, Resonance, Envelope, Modulation and Key parameters with dedicated sliders for optimal flexibility. The voltage controlled amplifier section features a single level slider with a two-position switch for toggling between waveform modes. The envelope section includes individual sliders for Attack, Delay, Sustain & Release. Encoders are also included for Morphin, Glide, Tempo, Menu and overall Volume. The onboard delay features its own encoders for dialling in the Time, Amount and Regeneration. An LFO Sync button is included toward the bottom as well as Shift and Transpose controls.
Design & Connectivity
The built-in LED display provides you with all the information you require for your settings, parameters and controls. It comes complete with its own Menu encoder for scrolling through settings and more. It also features a wide range of connectivity including a headphone output for private monitoring. Also included is a LFO Output, MIDI I/O and CV inputs for VC, VCF and VCA. The robust and compact design features a rugged metal enclosure, designed for optimal durability and life on the road.
How much is my shipping?
Shipping is automatically calculated before you submit your payment information. Simply add items to your cart and proceed to the checkout page, where you'll be offered shipping options and their prices. In the UK it's normally around £4 for order values under £150, and free above that. Shipping to mainland EU is typically between £7 and £20, depending on the shipping method and the size and weight of the order.
Do you ship to my country?
Almost certainly - the site will give you an estimate of shipping costs if you add an item to the cart and then enter your country and postcode. If you have specific requirements (such as if you prefer UPS over FedEx, for example) then let us know in advance and we'll try to work something out for you.
Shipping methods
We use a combination of Parcelforce, DPD, Royal Mail and UPS for the UK, and for international orders it's either Royal Mail, UPS, DHL or FedEx depending on where you are in the world. If you have a particular preference then try to let us know BEFORE you order so we can look into it for you. Please note that there may occasionally be additional shipping charges if you live in a remote area, depending on what surcharges are applied by the shipper. We'll get in touch to discuss this with you in such cases.
Dispatch times
For UK orders, we normally dispatch the same working day if we get the order before 15:00. If you have a really urgent situation then of course drop us an email before ordering and we'll always do our absolute best to accommodate you.
For international orders, we normally dispatch the same day if we get the order before 13:00 but again, occasionally it might be the next day before we can send it out, and sometimes FedEx or UPS may come a little earlier than scheduled which would also push an order into the next day.
Shipping times
Since April 2020 the couriers we use have suspended guarantees for shipping times, so even though we're paying them for priority services - 24-48 hours for most of the world - in practice it's often an extra day on top and sometimes it can be longer.
There is absolutely nothing we can do about this unfortunately. If you are outside the UK and it's a life-or-death situation where you absolutely MUST have that passive mult for the next day then... it may be better to find a local supplier.
Saturday shipping
If you're in the UK and you order before 15:30 on a Friday then we can send something for a Saturday delivery (NB: this applies to UK mainland addresses only). The success rate with DPD is about 95% so it's worth a punt most of the time. Please note that if you select Saturday shipping on an order placed earlier in the week, we'll wait until Friday to ship it.
Pre-orders
If a product is listed as a pre-order, it means we've ordered it from the supplier but it's not physically in stock yet. The product listing will include an estimated shipping date based on the best information we have from the supplier, but do bear in mind this is subject to change and is not a guaranteed date.
If you place an order containing a mixture of in-stock and pre-order items, we'll normally hold off on shipping anything until the pre-order item(s) have arrived, rather than splitting it into multiple shipments. If you need the in-stock items sooner, we'd recommend placing separate orders. As always, please get in touch if you have questions.
Product Overview
Desktop Monophonic Synthesizer
The Malekko Manther Monosynth Groovebox is a compact and portable monophonic synthesizer with an analog signal path. The desktop design is ideal for both studio and live performances. At the heart of the Manther Groovebox is the renowned CEM 3340-based VCO IC chip, complete with an analog filter based on the SSM2044 chip. This captures the essence of analog warmth and grit, resulting in a powerful yet refined sound. The integrated keyboard features transpose controls for switching between octaves and key ranges. It features a wide range of waveforms including Square, Saw, Triangle, Sub and Noise for optimal versatility. The Source Mixer allows you to blend between the waveforms, providing individual outputs for the Square, Saw and Triangle waveforms.
64-Step Digital Sequencer
The powerful and innovative onboard sequencer, provides you with 64 steps in total, more than enough to create complex sequences and more. Each step of the sequencer can be automated and saved within a total of 64 presets. This gives you the ability to create and recall sound sculpting and sequence creations at the touch of a button. The sequencer allows you to quickly and easily build up songs by selecting different presets to play in any order you please. You can use the onboard keyboard to quickly program notes, and the sequencer also boasts Repeat and Probability functions per steps for gate pattern formation.
In-Depth Modulation Control
The Manther employs a large number of retro-style sliders/faders for optimal precision when dialling in your parameter levels. The VCF section features Frequency, Resonance, Envelope, Modulation and Key parameters with dedicated sliders for optimal flexibility. The voltage controlled amplifier section features a single level slider with a two-position switch for toggling between waveform modes. The envelope section includes individual sliders for Attack, Delay, Sustain & Release. Encoders are also included for Morphin, Glide, Tempo, Menu and overall Volume. The onboard delay features its own encoders for dialling in the Time, Amount and Regeneration. An LFO Sync button is included toward the bottom as well as Shift and Transpose controls.
Design & Connectivity
The built-in LED display provides you with all the information you require for your settings, parameters and controls. It comes complete with its own Menu encoder for scrolling through settings and more. It also features a wide range of connectivity including a headphone output for private monitoring. Also included is a LFO Output, MIDI I/O and CV inputs for VC, VCF and VCA. The robust and compact design features a rugged metal enclosure, designed for optimal durability and life on the road.
Technical Specs
Shipping Details
How much is my shipping?
Shipping is automatically calculated before you submit your payment information. Simply add items to your cart and proceed to the checkout page, where you'll be offered shipping options and their prices. In the UK it's normally around £4 for order values under £150, and free above that. Shipping to mainland EU is typically between £7 and £20, depending on the shipping method and the size and weight of the order.
Do you ship to my country?
Almost certainly - the site will give you an estimate of shipping costs if you add an item to the cart and then enter your country and postcode. If you have specific requirements (such as if you prefer UPS over FedEx, for example) then let us know in advance and we'll try to work something out for you.
Shipping methods
We use a combination of Parcelforce, DPD, Royal Mail and UPS for the UK, and for international orders it's either Royal Mail, UPS, DHL or FedEx depending on where you are in the world. If you have a particular preference then try to let us know BEFORE you order so we can look into it for you. Please note that there may occasionally be additional shipping charges if you live in a remote area, depending on what surcharges are applied by the shipper. We'll get in touch to discuss this with you in such cases.
Dispatch times
For UK orders, we normally dispatch the same working day if we get the order before 15:00. If you have a really urgent situation then of course drop us an email before ordering and we'll always do our absolute best to accommodate you.
For international orders, we normally dispatch the same day if we get the order before 13:00 but again, occasionally it might be the next day before we can send it out, and sometimes FedEx or UPS may come a little earlier than scheduled which would also push an order into the next day.
Shipping times
Since April 2020 the couriers we use have suspended guarantees for shipping times, so even though we're paying them for priority services - 24-48 hours for most of the world - in practice it's often an extra day on top and sometimes it can be longer.
There is absolutely nothing we can do about this unfortunately. If you are outside the UK and it's a life-or-death situation where you absolutely MUST have that passive mult for the next day then... it may be better to find a local supplier.
Saturday shipping
If you're in the UK and you order before 15:30 on a Friday then we can send something for a Saturday delivery (NB: this applies to UK mainland addresses only). The success rate with DPD is about 95% so it's worth a punt most of the time. Please note that if you select Saturday shipping on an order placed earlier in the week, we'll wait until Friday to ship it.
Pre-orders
If a product is listed as a pre-order, it means we've ordered it from the supplier but it's not physically in stock yet. The product listing will include an estimated shipping date based on the best information we have from the supplier, but do bear in mind this is subject to change and is not a guaranteed date.
If you place an order containing a mixture of in-stock and pre-order items, we'll normally hold off on shipping anything until the pre-order item(s) have arrived, rather than splitting it into multiple shipments. If you need the in-stock items sooner, we'd recommend placing separate orders. As always, please get in touch if you have questions.
