First BBD Resonator-Based Synth, Morphor ECHON 6, Now Available To Pre-Order
Morphor has announced that the ECHON 6 the world’s first polyphonic synthesizer based around BBD (Bucket-Brigade Delay) resonators — is now available to pre-order.
Each of its six voices features a discrete BBD delay-line resonator that tracks the keyboard, producing organic overtones and complex harmonic depth. The Morphor ECHON 6 will generate anything from plucked and bowed strings, to leads and basses, to big pads and evolving soundscapes.
Other features include comprehensive multi-timbral capabilities, a 9×32 modulation matrix, an analog signal path and a one-knob-per-function design.
Features:
- Feedback system with full analogue audio path
- 6-part multi-timbral architecture
- 6× Full analogue BBD resonators
- 6× True analogue VCO exciters
- 4× LFOs per voice (24 in total)
- 4× Random generators per voice (24 in total)
- Custom voice grouping (up to 6 groups)
- Comprehensive unison control
- Extensive modulation matrix (9 sources × 32 destination parameters)
- Global modulation attenuverters
- 216 user presets (6 × 6 × 6 structure)
- 1× 1/4″ mono jack external input
- 2× 1/4″ jack main outputs (L/R)
- 6× 1/4″ stereo jack voice outputs
- 1× 1/4″ stereo jack headphone output (independent level, pre-master monitoring)
- MIDI DIN In/Out/Thru ports
- MIDI USB-C (class-compliant device, no bus power)
- MIDI fully-remote controllable
- MIDI SysEx support
- Firmware update via USB-C
- 19″ rack-mountable (black aluminum rack ears included)
- VESA-mount compatible
- Kensington security slot
- No display — 100% tactile operation
Audio Demos:
The ECHON 6 is scheduled to ship in early February 2026; pre-orders are open for the first batch, with a MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) of €2,295.00 (including VAT).
