Polyend Play+
Play+ is the next-level groovebox experience, combining modern innovation with the familiar Play form factor. With a revamped internal architecture, Play+ delivers rich stereo sounds, multitimbral polyphonic synthesis, seamless USB audio, and a range of exciting new features and enhancements.
Intuitive Interface with Advanced Capabilities
Play+ strikes the ideal balance between powerful sequencing options and easy-to-use controls, enabling the creation of intricate, evolving patterns. Its features include deep generative capabilities, randomization functions, track-specific swing, length, and speed adjustments. An innovative performance mode allows for the sequencing of every parameter on a per-step basis.
Multitimbral Synthesis
Play+ includes four unique built-in synth engines, each offering its own distinct character:
ACD: A recreation of iconic single-oscillator monophonic analog synths for lightning-fast synthesis.
FAT: A robust synth engine that captures the lush, vintage warmth of classic analog synthesizers.
VAP: A versatile virtual analog polysynth, perfect for crafting rich textures, lush pads, and distinctive sound effects.
WTFM: A unique 2-operator FM synth engine with WaveTable-based oscillators driven by a 3x feedback system.
Stereo Expansion
Play+ now supports stereo sample playback, expanding your sonic palette with deeper, more dynamic soundscapes.
Seamless USB Audio Integration
With Play+, you can send 14 stereo tracks directly into your DAW, offering precision and flexibility in post-production. This makes it simple to multi-track, apply effects, and mix and master your sessions with ease.
Play+, The Ultimate Groovebox
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, Play+ offers everything you need for electronic music creation and performance. With powerful synth engines, advanced sequencing features, and seamless USB integration, Play+ is the complete groovebox solution.
128x RGB Sequencer Silicone Pads
32x RGB Function Silicone Pads (Mute, Solo, Variation, Select)
Other Controls
15x Touch-Capacitive Potentiometers
1x Push Encoder
Sounds
Over 3000 Included Samples Organized by Music Genres
8-Voice Polyphony for Samples
8-Voice Polyphony for Synthesizers
Up to 8x5 MIDI Polyphony
Synthesizers
3 Synthesizer Slots (each slot can be assigned one of 5 built-in synthesizer models)
3 Analog Emulations
1 FM Operator-Based Synthesizer Model
1 Drum Synth (Percussion)
Each Synthesizer Can Be Operated Per Step with 6 Multimacros (Up to 5 Parameters per Multimacro)
Sequencer
Up to 16 Tracks (8 Internal Audio Tracks, 8 Polyphonic MIDI/Synthesizer Tracks)
64 Steps per Track, 128 Patterns
Over 30,000 Track Variations (128 Patterns with 16 Tracks, each track supporting 16 variations)
30+ Play Modes with Variants for Loop Playback
Sample Playback: WAV, 16-bit/44.1kHz, Stereo & Mono
Effects
Volume, Filters, Overdrive, Chance & Action Combo, Randomizer, Step Repeater, Chords & Bass, Smart Beat Fills
Master Effects: Reverb, Delay, Sound Enhancer, Limiter, Saturator
Live Performance Mode: Tuning, Filter Cutoff, Distortion, Rearrange, Repeat, Delay, Reverb, Loop
Outputs & MIDI
Analog Outputs: Stereo OUT/Headphones (3.5mm Mini-Jack)
MIDI I/O:
MIDI IN (Mini-Jack 3.5mm)
MIDI OUT (Mini-Jack 3.5mm)
MIDI Features
Independent MIDI CCs for Each Track
Live Recording of Notes and Chords
Effects Control: Panning, Filter Cutoff/Resonance, Sample Attack/Decay, Reverb/Delay Send, Overdrive/Bit Depth via CCs
Per-Step MIDI Channel Selection (for MIDI DIN & USB connections)
MIDI Program Control
Randomization Utility for Octave, Velocity, and Filter CC Changes
Other I/O
MIDI & Audio over USB (Type C)
No Bluetooth
No WiFi
Storage: 16GB MicroSD Card (Included)
Software: Polyend Firmware 1.0 or latest version from polyend.com
Power Supply
Power Adapter: 5V/1A (USB-A to USB-C, Included)
Power Bank (Not Included)
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 1.3 inches (3.3 cm) with Knobs
Width: 11.02 inches (28.2 cm)
Depth: 8.15 inches (20.7 cm)
Weight: 2.65 pounds (1.2 kg)
In the Box
Polyend Play+
Polyend Play+ Essential References Book
USB-A Power Adapter
2m USB-C Cable
Stereo Mini Jack 3.5mm to 2x Mono Jack 6.3mm Adapter
Mini-Jack 3.5mm to MIDI DIN Adapter (Type B)
16GB MicroSD Card
MicroSD to USB-A Adapter
Euroguitar Reference : 114675