Donner Essential L1 Analog Synth + KB-32M 32-Key Keyboard USB MIDI Bundle

Donner Essential L1 Analog Synthesizer with KB-32M 32-Key Keyboard Controller Pack
This Donner Essential bundle pairs the Essential L1 analog monophonic synthesizer with the KB-32M 32-key synth-action keyboard, giving you a complete Snap2Connect (S2C) performance rig straight out of the box. Magnetically dock the KB-32M to the L1 for a classic SH-101 style instrument, or separate them for flexible desktop and live setups with powerful MIDI and hardware connectivity.

Complete Essential L1 synth rig
The Essential L1 delivers punchy analog basses, leads and sequences with a 3340 VCO, 3109 low-pass filter and 662 VCA, while the KB-32M provides a responsive 32-key synth-action keyboard with pitch and modulation touch strips, octave controls and a clear OLED display. Together they form a compact but powerful monosynth that is ready for everything from electronic and synthwave to film scoring and live performance.

Magnetic Snap2Connect ecosystem
Thanks to Donner's Snap2Connect (S2C) magnetic system, the KB-32M docks directly onto the Essential L1, passing power and MIDI without extra cables. The result is a unified front panel with the synth engine and controls on top and the keyboard below, with a feel reminiscent of classic 80s monosynths. As Donner releases more Essential series modules, the KB-32M can move between them, giving you an expandable and modular hardware ecosystem.

Analog tone with modern control
The Essential L1's 3340 oscillator offers saw, pulse, triangle, sub-oscillator and noise sources that can be mixed to create everything from solid bass foundations to bright, cutting leads. The 4-pole 3109 low-pass filter provides smooth sweeps and characterful resonance, while dual ADSR envelopes, a versatile LFO and DRONE mode open up deep sound design options. A built-in 64-step sequencer and performance arpeggiator let you sketch and perform patterns without a computer, making the kit ideal for DAWless setups.

Standalone MIDI controller and synth module
When you want a different layout, you can separate the two units and use them independently. The KB-32M becomes a compact USB and TRS MIDI controller for your DAW, soft synths and hardware modules, with 32 synth-action keys, four velocity curves and a dedicated hold pedal input. The Essential L1 works as a desktop synth module with MIDI over USB-C and 3.5 mm TRS, plus CV, gate and sync connections for modular and semi-modular rigs.

Flexible connectivity for studio and live setups
The L1 and KB-32M combination drops easily into almost any studio or stage layout. Use USB-C for MIDI to your computer, sequence the L1 from external gear, or run other instruments through the L1's external audio input to take advantage of its analog filter and VCA. With main and headphone outputs, MIDI I/O, CV and gate out, sync I/O and hold pedal support, this kit is equally at home on a crowded desk or in a live performance case.

Features:

• Bundle includes Donner Essential L1 analog monophonic synthesizer and KB-32M 32-key synth-action keyboard
• Snap2Connect (S2C) magnetic dock for cable-free power and MIDI between keyboard and synth
• 3340 VCO with saw, pulse, triangle, sub-oscillator and noise waveforms for classic analog tones
• 3109 4-pole low-pass filter with self-oscillation for punchy basses and expressive leads
• 662 analog VCA plus two ADSR envelopes and a powerful LFO for detailed sound shaping
• Built-in 64-step sequencer with pattern and song memory, plus performance arpeggiator
• KB-32M keyboard with 32 synth-action keys, four velocity curves and three sensitivity levels
• Dual touch strips on KB-32M for pitch bend and modulation, plus SHIFT, OCTAVE ± and HOLD controls
• USB-C MIDI on both units for easy integration with computers, tablets and phones
• 3.5 mm TRS MIDI output on KB-32M for controlling hardware synths and the L1 as a separate module
• External audio input on L1 for processing other instruments through its analog filter and VCA
• CV and gate outs, sync in/out, main and headphone outputs for hardware and modular rigs
• Includes Cubase and Melodics software bundle to get you started with recording and practice

What's in the box:

• Donner Essential L1 analog monophonic synthesizer module
• Donner KB-32M 32-key synth-action keyboard controller
• Power adapter for Essential L1
• USB-C cable (for MIDI connection to computer or mobile device)
• Quick start documentation and software bundle information