Andrew John March, developer of the M0SS 101, is expanding its portfolio with a new range of compact one-knob MOSS synthesizers.
Last year, developer Andrew John March released the M0SS-101, a super-compact virtual-analog monosynth funded via Kickstarter. He raised CA$ 29490 for this project.
Following the success of the M0SS-101, the developer is now expanding its portfolio with three new MOSS synthesizers that you can support very soon on Kickstarter.
M0SS Synthesizers
The M0SS synthesizer lineup is based on the same very unique concept as the 201 from 2025. They are super compact, no screen, have a single knob, and many buttons for operating the comprehensive synth engine.
I must admit the concept wouldn’t be for me, but it’s different. Three new synthesizers will be released at once, forming an entire series.
The M0SS-201 is a “West-Coast” Synthesizer inspired by the legendary Buchla Easel. Like the 101, it is a modern, feature-rich monosynth designed for advanced synthesis experimentation.
It will feature a complex oscillator, an eight-stage wavefolder, and a custom random generator. Not all details are known yet, but I expect it will have more features.
Then, the M0SS-309 combines elements of classic polysynths from the 70s and 80s. Unlike the two previous synths, it’s a 9-voice polyphonic Synthesizer with 2 oscillators, a resonant filter, and two envelopes per voice.
Analog-style favorites like FM and hard sync are also onboard. It also houses a suite of master effects, including chorus, delay, and reverb.
Third and last of the new wave of announcements is the M0SS-416, a 6-operator FM Synthesizer based on the Yamaha DX7. Yes, it’s another DX-7-style FM synth, but there is something special.
The M0SS-416 has a labeled physical interface for each parameter, so you can design or modify sounds in real time without ever looking at a screen or diving into a menu system.
According to Andrew John March, it is fully compatible with Yamaha DX7 .sys files, so you can load any DX7 patch, using the included internal SD card, or over MIDI SYSEX.
There is no demo available yet for the three new synthesizers.
First Impression
At first glance, these are three interesting digital, portable synthesizers. I’m curious to hear how they sound. I’m not a fan of the operation concept, but that’s due to my way of working.
The first one was successful on Kickstarter, which tells us there’s enough interest, and we’re pretty sure these, as well as two of them, are polyphonic.
The new M0SS synthesizers will be launched on Kickstarter soon. Availability and price TBA. M0SS-101 was available at an early-bird price of CA$140; perhaps the others will be in the same range.
More information here: Kickstarter
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