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MOOG DFAM Semi-Modular Analog Percussion Synthesizer with 8 Step Sequencer, 24-Point Patch Bay

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  • Fully Analog Synthesizer: Flexible sound engine with two analog Voltage Controlled Oscillators, a white noise generator, and the beloved Moog ladder filter
  • Semi-Modular Simplicity: No cables required for esoteric music creation and exploration; enter vast unexplored realms of modular synthesis
  • Eurorack Flexibility: Use as a tabletop synthesizer or install as a 60HP module in an Eurorack system
  • Exponentially Expandable: Combine with Labyrinth, Spectravox, Mother-32, or Subharmonicon to unlock new realms of sound, imagination, and creativity
  • Endless Sonic Exploration: Expansive live performance and production synthesizer, providing experimental musicians and synthesists with a diverse array of creative tools to inspire new ideas
  • Rhythmic Creation Without Rules: Begin synthesyzing unique rhythmic compositions on the spot, no experience necessary



4.5 out of 5 stars Best Sellers Rank
  • #8,960 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
  • #6 in Tabletop Synthesizers
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer No Date First Available March 23, 2018 Color Name black Material Type Wood Size DFAM

Drummer From Another Mother (DFAM) is a highly-interactive, Semi-Modular Analog Percussion Synthesizer and a vibrant deviation from the traditional drum machine. As an addition to the Mother-32 family of Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizers, DFAM presents a uniquely expressive hands-on approach to percussive pattern creation. It requires no patching, and absolutely no experience is needed for human-beings of any age to quickly begin synthesizing new and unique rhythmic compositions. DFAM behaves much like a living organism, with three analog envelopes working dynamically with an 8-step sequencer to ensure that tribal toms breathe, industrial impacts evolve, and cacophonous chaos can be spawned or subdued at the turn of a knob. Each DFAM ships with a package of Moog patch cables that unlock access to the 24-point modular patchbay. Use it to create new sounds or bizarre behaviors, synchronize an unlimited number of DFAM and Moog Semi-Modular units together, or fully integrate your analog instrument into a modular Eurorack production environment.


Javier
Reviewed in Mexico on January 18, 2025
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Roland Dunbar
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2024
I'm happy that they are releasing more synths. It's disappointing they are no longer assembled in the USA but 600 bucks for a filter bank/ vocoder thing is a ton of money for a module w a voice...so I'm sure if they made it here who knows what they would have to charge I guess...idk. I really hope the Labyrinth synth comes out quickly.....I like weird things but I can understand this may not be for everyone. Simply it's good for somebody that has a ton of other things like me, but I would not want this to be my only instrument. It would be awful.
G. Wicklund
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2024
It was a little jarring to see the “MADE IN TAIWAN” label on the back and no reference made to Asheville at all. Maybe Apple has the exclusive rights to the phrase “Designed by… Made in…”? But there’s no point in complaining about the country of origin; of course this is the cost of globalization. This should mean more Moogs in the hands of people who want them. But one would think the new-and-improved manufacturing process would have some effect over the price. I think the asking price is a little extreme if you want to compare it with other mass-produced noise-making toys.The concept of the Spectravox is very interesting. The overall design is truly unique. Having all those envelope followers, a filter bank, myriad patching options…I mean seriously, go watch the videos on this thing and you’ll have a hard time not wanting one of your own to play with!But it certainly has its downfalls. And most of these are related to the price and the value that I’ve come to expect from Moog.First: Where’s the freaking manual?!? It doesn’t ship with the usual black-bound, attractive Moog-branded manual. It comes with a quick start guide (and, of course, a sticker…and five 30cm patch cables) but the manual is only available for download on Moog’s website. Print it out yourself, I guess?There’s no onboard sequencer. There’s also no MIDI input. But there’s only so many options you can cram into 60hp for $600. If you’re buying this, you’re probably already pretty deep into volt-per-octave and gate CVs. But it doesn’t really exist as a standalone instrument unless you enjoy playing a pitch knob like a theremin.It has Moog’s desktop skiff typical square/sine oscillator with PWM. I always keep my fingers crossed for a second oscillator and sync option or variable wave shape, but there’s only so many options you can cram into 60hp for $600.The decay envelope seems like kind of a corner-cutting feature, but there’s only so many options you can cram into 60hp for $600.As vocoders go, this thing is very basic. If you’re trying to synthesize speech, there’s way better options that’ll yield way better results. But paired with a drum machine (or a DFAM) and this thing can actually do some fun stuff in vocoder mode.I’m disappointed that the filter frequencies are not printed on the panel and instead are just numbered 1-10.I’ll touch again on this thing not being a standalone instrument. Yeah, out of the box you can make weird and cool sounds with it. But unlike pretty much every other offering that Moog has released, the Spectravox would be sort of disappointing if it was your FIRST Moog. The onboard oscillator is what allows it to be considered an “instrument” rather than a “module”, and it’s easy to get pulled into the what-if game. (“What if this thing wasn’t larping as a standalone synthesizer and instead was an impeccably-designed 60hp filter bank on steroids? That’d be so awesome…”)It plays well with others. But Moog hasn’t given us the usual playbook of patching ideas that’s been so endemic to the previous Sound Studio releases. Maybe this is a good thing and it makes you experiment harder? Maybe this thing was rushed to market?It’s hard to totally hate the Spectravox. But it seems like it’s trying to do too much and ends up being mediocre at most of its endeavors. I guess there’s only so many options you can cram into 60hp for $600.
Scott Alexander
Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2024
This thing is wild. It will take you places musically that you wouldn’t have gone otherwise. This is a generative music machine. My only complaint is that it needs better MIDI in and out.
Rob
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 8, 2024
Really easy to assemble and create your Moog Studio 3, the power junction box is also super useful to save plug space... However, I do have a few things to whinge about.The stand itself isn't that chunky, which is probably a good thing as you don't want it too heavy. But I am struggling to see why it's priced so high. I get that the brand is premium and I love the synths, but I'm convinced you could get a nicer stand for less price on Etsy.The cables that come with it are cheap and aren't shielded... I also suspect that the audio quality from the junction box might be a little suspect and eventually I'll only use it for power. If you try to tuck all the cables under and around the back you just get a tonne of noise... All off to the side it's fine.I'm going to keep it as I've (finally) managed to assemble a studio and I've wanted one for a while, but I can see eventually moving to something else.If I got another synth or two to complement - I'll be going to Etsy instead.
Elektronik Bastl Wastl
Reviewed in Germany on October 28, 2024
Trotz einiger Hinweise, dieses Stativ wäre nicht so stabil muss ich sagen dass es perfekt und wackelfrei steht. Die Montage ist innovativ und intelligent gemacht: Man kann / muss die Holz-Seitenteile der Synthesizer nicht nur dranlassen, man muss auch nur auf jeder Seite 2 der 4 Schrauben lösen. Dadurch verschiebt sich nichts und die Montage läuft im Handumdrehen. Dieses Original Moog Equipment passt perfekt und sieht stylisch aus. Für den einfachen Aufbau und den stabilen Stand gibt es bei mir die volle Punktzahl. Der mitgelieferte Strom- und Audioverteiler hat 4 Mono Eingänge oder zwei Stereo Eingänge (umschaltbar) und lässt sich ebenfalls einfach verbinden, da alle Kabel mit dabei sind.
john h.
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2023
A great noodle machine!
Abimael
Reviewed in Mexico on July 4, 2023
Lo califico con 5 estrellas xq lo q hace lo hace excelente! Genera baterías, lineas d bajo y efectos bien diferenciados del mother -32 o subharmonicon. Aun el Edge de Behringer q hace lo mismo no tiene el encanto del DFAM, lo cual es solo opinion personal por su tamaño, estética y cariño a moog.
Eric
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2023
Finally got my hands on a DFAM, the sounds you can create are just so unique and analog rich, the versatility is unlimited. although I do recommend googling and buying a MAFD by sonoclast so you can hook up midi controller and record in DAW with ease. definitely not a cheap piece of gear but the quality you get with MOOG is unbeatable.Also big up to the seller Austin Bazaar! great service
Eric Morello
Reviewed in Canada on November 9, 2021
As always with Moog, you get a quality instrument with great sound in awesome packaging. Not unlike for their DFAM, Moog seemed like they were trying to create a unique synth that stands out from the rest and the Subharmonicon does not disappoint.
Joshua Lauer
Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2020
The unique approach to generating tones and rhythms with subharmonics is refreshing. It might not be for everyone, but it’s very inspiring and fun to play with.
Martin M.
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2020
This is an unique piece of kit. If you are a sound designer / groovester, this is as must have. Its not a synth, not a drum box... but at the same time , it is both. Watch youtube vids of the sound, and you'll b see why. This is one purchase I'll never regret, not get rid of. More manufacturers should stop trying to recreate old things, and do it all workstations, and let us hand things like the DFAM.
Dan Rockwell
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2018
Amazing synth. I know jack about synths and this is my first moog- exceptional goodness. Totally delivers- you'll want two!!
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