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{{Short description|Monophonic analogue synthesizer}}
{{Infobox synthesizer
{{Infobox synthesizer
| image = Moog Slim Phatty.jpg
| image = Moog Slim Phatty.jpg
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| synth_manufacturer = [[Moog Music]]
| synth_manufacturer = [[Moog Music]]
| synthesis_type = [[analog synthesizer|Analog]] [[subtractive synthesis|subtractive]]
| synthesis_type = [[analog synthesizer|Analog]] [[subtractive synthesis|subtractive]]
| polyphony = Monophonic<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/mar11/articles/moog-slim-phatty.htm|title=Moog Slim Phatty|work=Sound On Sound|date=March 2011|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20140915090813/http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/mar11/articles/moog-slim-phatty.htm|archivedate=15 September 2014}}</ref>
| polyphony = Monophonic
| timbrality =
| timbrality =
| oscillator = 2
| oscillator = 2
| filter = 1 selectable 6, 12, 18 or 24dB/octave <br>[[low-pass filter|low-pass]]
| filter = 1 selectable 6, 12, 18 or 24dB/octave <br>[[low-pass filter|low-pass]]
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| aftertouch = no
| aftertouch = no
| keyboard = no
| keyboard = no
| left_control =
| left_control =
| ext_control = [[MIDI]], [[Control voltage|CV/Gate]], [[USB]]
| ext_control = [[MIDI]], [[Control voltage|CV/Gate]], [[USB]]
| memory = 100 patches
| memory = 100 patches
| fx = none
| fx = none
| dates = 2011-Present
| dates = 2011- 2014
| price = $849
| price = $849
}}
}}


The '''Slim Phatty''' is a [[monophonic (synthesizers)|monophonic]] [[analog synthesizer]] manufactured by [[Moog Music]] since 2011. It is considered to be an entry-level synthesizer in the Moog family. Its design is based on the [[Little Phatty]], which in turn is a more modernized version of the [[Minimoog Voyager]]. It is among the first synthesizers created and produced following the death of [[Moog synthesizer|Moog]] founder [[Robert Moog]] in 2005. The Slim Phatty is also the first Moog (beside the Little Phatty) that is capable of USB connectivity. It was inferred that Moog would be releasing a new and possibly more stripped down synthesizer when reports surfaced that Moog had registered a trademark for the name "Slim Phatty".
The '''Slim Phatty''' is a [[monophonic (synthesizers)|monophonic]] [[analog synthesizer]] manufactured by [[Moog Music]] from 2011–2014. It is considered to be an entry-level synthesizer in the Moog family. Its design is based on the [[Little Phatty]], which in turn is a more modernized version of the [[Minimoog Voyager]]. It is among the first synthesizers created and produced following the death of [[Moog synthesizer|Moog]] founder [[Robert Moog]] in 2005. The Slim Phatty is also the first Moog (beside the Little Phatty) that is capable of [[USB]] connectivity. It was inferred that Moog would be releasing a new and possibly more stripped down synthesizer when reports surfaced that Moog had registered a trademark for the name "Slim Phatty".


== Features ==
== Features ==


The Slim Phatty is able to make use of MIDI controller integration via out, in, and "thru" channels. The only other Moog synthesizers that can boast this capability are the Little Phatty, Minimoog Voyager, and the early [[Memorymoog|Memorymoog+]]. It also features two robust oscillators, diverse tuning controls, and the patented “Moog Ladder” filters. Also included are a large number of [[patch (synthesizer)|patches]] or preset sound settings. Unlike many synthesizers, it does not possess a keyboard, so a MIDI or other sound input is required in order to create sound to modulate or filter. It is also small in size, and weighing in at roughly 5.5&nbsp;lbs. For these reasons, the Slim Phatty is useful in both studio recording and live playing.
The Slim Phatty is able to make use of [[MIDI]] controller integration via out, in, and "thru" channels. The only other Moog synthesizers that can boast this capability are the Little Phatty, Minimoog Voyager, and the early [[Memorymoog|Memorymoog+]]. It also features two robust oscillators, diverse tuning controls, and the patented “Moog Ladder” filters. Also included are a large number of [[patch (synthesizer)|patches]] or preset sound settings. Unlike many synthesizers, it does not possess a keyboard, so a MIDI or other sound input is required in order to create sound to modulate or filter. It is also small in size, and weighing in at roughly 5.5&nbsp;lbs. For these reasons, the Slim Phatty is useful in both studio recording and live playing.


=== Comparison to Little Phatty ===
=== Comparison to Little Phatty ===
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* [http://www.moogmusic.com/products/phattys/slim-phatty/ Slim Phatty] from Moog Music site
* [http://www.moogmusic.com/products/phattys/slim-phatty/ Slim Phatty] from Moog Music site
* [http://www.synthgear.com/2010/synthesizers/moog-slim-phatty/ Synthgear.com] Trademark rumors
* [http://www.synthgear.com/2010/synthesizers/moog-slim-phatty/ Synthgear.com] Trademark rumors
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* [http://www.musicradar.com/gear/all/keys-synths/synthesizers-compact-synthesizers/compact-synthesizers/slim-phatty-355242/review/ MusicRadar.com] Gear Review
* [http://www.musicradar.com/gear/all/keys-synths/synthesizers-compact-synthesizers/compact-synthesizers/slim-phatty-355242/review/ MusicRadar.com] Gear Review
* [http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/PhattySlim/ Sweetwater.com] Technical Specs
* [http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/PhattySlim/ Sweetwater.com] Technical Specs
* [https://www.moogmusic.com/news/so-long-slim] Discontinuation Announcement from Moog Music site

{{Moog Music}}


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Latest revision as of 04:37, 22 July 2023

Slim Phatty
Slim Phatty
ManufacturerMoog Music
Dates2011- 2014
Price$849
Technical specifications
PolyphonyMonophonic[1]
Oscillator2
LFO1
Synthesis typeAnalog subtractive
Filter1 selectable 6, 12, 18 or 24dB/octave
low-pass
AttenuatorADSR
Aftertouch expressionno
Velocity expressionfilter cutoff only
Storage memory100 patches
Effectsnone
Input/output
Keyboardno
External controlMIDI, CV/Gate, USB

The Slim Phatty is a monophonic analog synthesizer manufactured by Moog Music from 2011–2014. It is considered to be an entry-level synthesizer in the Moog family. Its design is based on the Little Phatty, which in turn is a more modernized version of the Minimoog Voyager. It is among the first synthesizers created and produced following the death of Moog founder Robert Moog in 2005. The Slim Phatty is also the first Moog (beside the Little Phatty) that is capable of USB connectivity. It was inferred that Moog would be releasing a new and possibly more stripped down synthesizer when reports surfaced that Moog had registered a trademark for the name "Slim Phatty".

Features

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The Slim Phatty is able to make use of MIDI controller integration via out, in, and "thru" channels. The only other Moog synthesizers that can boast this capability are the Little Phatty, Minimoog Voyager, and the early Memorymoog+. It also features two robust oscillators, diverse tuning controls, and the patented “Moog Ladder” filters. Also included are a large number of patches or preset sound settings. Unlike many synthesizers, it does not possess a keyboard, so a MIDI or other sound input is required in order to create sound to modulate or filter. It is also small in size, and weighing in at roughly 5.5 lbs. For these reasons, the Slim Phatty is useful in both studio recording and live playing.

Comparison to Little Phatty

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As noted above, the Slim Phatty is essentially a stripped down version of Moog's Little Phatty. Moog removed the keyboard, as well as the pitch and modulator wheels, and compacted the entire setup into a unit that is only seventeen inches wide. For these reasons, many may find the control panel a little cluttered, although the use of smaller knobs and buttons helps alleviate this issue. Like its counterpart, the Slim Phatty possesses an "Overload" control, which acts a filter drive that "supercharges" the filter and sound. It also shares firmware versions with the Little Phatty, which gives it more flexibility - such as integration with the Little Phatty in polyphonic mode. Its lightweight and small size also give it an edge in regards to portability.

Little Phatty Stage Edition (2006-)

References

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  1. ^ "Moog Slim Phatty". Sound On Sound. March 2011. Archived from the original on 15 September 2014.


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