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Antonus 3620 Keyboard Controller Brings ARP 3620 Design Into A Modern MIDI/CV Instrument

September 10

The Antonus 3620 is a MIDI/CV keyboard, sequencer and controller inspired by the classic ARP 3620, with 37- and 49-key versions, velocity and aftertouch, split operation, an arpeggiator, step sequencer and expanded conne

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