Technics SH-E5

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The Technics SH-E5 is an iconic synthesizer designed and manufactured by the Japanese audio company, Panasonic (formerly known as Matsushita). Released in 1982, this analog synthesizer featured two oscillators, ring modulation, a low-pass filter, envelope generators for filter and amplifier, and several other modulation sources. It also had a unique matrix-based architecture that allowed for complex patching and modulation of its various parameters. The SH-E5 was known for its rich and warm analog sound, as well as its versatility and ease of use, making it a popular choice among musicians and producers in the 80s and beyond. It has been widely used and featured in a variety of music genres, including synthpop, new wave, and electronic dance music (EDM). Today, original units of the Technics SH-E5 continue to be highly sought after by collectors and musicians alike, and the design and sound of this legendary synthesizer remains a major influence on modern synthesizer technology.