[levicole]

I'd say, if you find joy in soldering and DIY electronics, something like this could be great. It's hard to say without hearing it...

I really think a first synth (I know you already have one, but it seems like you're unhappy with it...), should be a polyphonic one. I went a similar route as you, but with a Behringer Neutron, and it was fun, but I immediately wanted something more.

Anyway, If you've got the itch for a new instrument, get a Microfreak, or a Minifreak from Arturia instead of either of these. Microfreak is paraphonic, so not full polyphony, but you can play chords, and when I use mine I don't miss having 1 filter per voice.

[semi-extrinsic]

Thanks, this is useful input.

I do have a Keystep 37 that I'm happy with, so I'd prefer a desktop synth. The new Behringer Pro 800 does look tempting.

I also have a TD-3 and a Pocket Operator Tonic, both of those are tons of fun to play with, and I can sync them.

[levicole]

I love my TD-3 and my KO pocket operator. The comment below suggests the minifreak, and I kind of agree with them.

Behringer Pro 800 looks pretty great too, same price, analog, but fewer sound options.

Also, I'd like to say, if you're looking for a nice community for this stuff, look up EZBOT on youtube, and join his discord. It's a great group of people and they'll talk all day about this stuff with you :). And say "hi" if you join.

[notmypenguin]

Get the mini freak. I returned a micro due to the menu diving and minimal controls. Great sound engine on both. (Same)