SynTesla 5U Systems
SynTesla’s 5U systems are a consumer version of the monumental ‘Giorgio III’ synthesiser that we built for Hans Zimmer’s 2025/2026 European tour.
SynTesla systems are available in three models:
- MegaHertz model (2025/2026)
- GigaHertz model (second half of 2026)
- TeraHertz model (2027)
Model shown : Megahertz – 2 voices synthesizer : This image is for marketing purposes only and is non-contractual. Final product may differ from the actual image in detailes and color.
The first model of the 5U systems available is the "MegaHertz" a 2 voices complete synthesizer.
5U Cabinets
The MegaHertz system cabinet represents a total of 42 MU (Moog Units) 3 x 5U x 14MU.
The cabinets are handcrafted in France, in accordance with cabinetmaking standards, and feature beautiful solid oak sides carved according to an original SynTesla design.
Each of the three 5U sections is enhanced with a precious wood divider for a high-end finish. The rest of the cabinet components feature stained wood finishes (dark oak and satin black).
The colours of the carved sides can be customised upon request.
These characteristics are common to all three systems offered.
Each cabinets is equipped with a power supply specifically designed for SynTesla modules (compatible with 110V/60Hz and 230V/50Hz), a particularly efficient power filter and a 32-slot distribution boards.
Features of the MegaHertz Synthesiser
This model includes :
- 2 VCOs
- 1 wavefolder
- 1 C.L.O. mixer with constant output level
- 1 diode ladder filter
- 1 6 to 24 dB low-pass filter
- 2 dual attenuators/boosters
- 2 dual VCAs
- 4 DADSR envelope generators
- 1 buffered multiplier
- 1 super-LFO + Xpander
- 1 triple logic module
- 1 quadruple attenuator/mixer
- 1 3-band resonator
- 1 4-2 mixer.
I love French ingenuity, imagination and synthesizers. They are not machines, but artists, designed with inspiring beauty and aesthetics. My friends P.J. from SynTesla and his electronic genius Yves have designed and handcrafted an instrument that not only has a revolutionary sound, but also the form and details of a sculpture.
The sound is strikingly beautiful and voluptuous. A synthesiser, an erotic experience.
Hans Zimmer
About the modules
VCO type Hz-OSC560
- Frequency range*: 15Hz-15Khz
- Controllable in 1V/Octave
- Stable over more than 9 octaves
- 6-position octave selector
- Frequency control via differential dial
- Fine tuning
- Individual outputs per waveform
– Saw
– Sine
– Triangle
– Square
– Pulse
– Internal mixer saw + tri + Pulse - PWM
- Through-zero Phase Mod. (TZPM)
- Through-zero Frequency Mod. (TZFM)
- Soft sync / Hard sync
*Value given for 1V
Hz-LFO516 Low Frequency Oscilator
Beyond its striking design with its needle dial, backlit potentiometers, and countless indicator lights,
the LFO516 is a comprehensive low-frequency oscillator designed to meet all modulation needs.
- Tap Tempo and Sync in / clock out
- Cycle time division and multiplication.
- 16 waveforms divided into 2 banks
- Waveshaper (distort)
- Smooth filter
- Waveform sequence
- Unipolar or bipolar selection on the fly
- CV on main parameters
- 2 direct outputs and 2 inverted outputs
- Dedicated CV and outputs expander
Hz-M542 4/2 Mixer
The Hz-542 has been designed to offer maximum flexibility in use. It has two independent signal paths, allowing you to mix audio or CV sources independently and simultaneously in various configurations: 1/3, 2/2, 3/2, etc.
- 4 inputs
- 2 X 2 outputs
- 2 independent signal paths (A and B)
- Signal indicators on each input
- Audio/CV selector on each input
- Mute on each input
- Path A or B selector on each input
- Master volume per signal path
- Output VU meter per signal path