WALDORF / Crema

Crema is a compact polyphonic string and pad synthesizer. It carries on the iconic sound of Waldorf’s legendary “Streichfett”—which was discontinued to much regret—while adding new expressive capabilities unique to digital synthesis.

■ From Classic Strings to Modern Pads

WALDORF Crema is a polyphonic synthesizer that combines string ensembles, wavetables, FM, and virtual analog.

It covers a wide range of sounds, from warm tones reminiscent of 1970s string machines to digital pads evoking the 1980s and 1990s, all the way to modern synth sounds.

■ Two Sound Engines: “Texture” and “Lines”

Crema features two independent synth engines.

[Texture]
Includes 24 sounds based on strings, wavetables, and FM.

・Fully polyphonic strings derived from the Waldorf Streichfett
・Classic and new wavetables unique to Waldorf
・4-operator FM with 6 algorithms
・Streichfett Ensemble effect
・Morphing between sounds

Ideal for creating rich strings, pads, and textures that evolve over time.

[Lines]
An 8-voice polyphonic virtual analog synth equipped with two detunable oscillators.

In addition to pulse and sawtooth waves, it supports stereo tremolo, vibrato, PWM, and more. You can create well-defined synth sounds, such as bass and lead tones.

Texture and Lines can be layered, or played separately.

■ Dual-Timbre Support

Supports a two-timbre configuration combining Texture and Lines.

Since you can set layer and split configurations using note range and MIDI channels, you can play with a combination of two different sounds.

■ 2 Effects + Shimmer Reverb

Equipped with two effect slots, supporting serial and parallel routing.

FX1:
・Chorus
・Phaser
・Flanger
・Drive
・Tremolo
・Delay

FX2:
・Reverb
・Shimmer

It features everything from chorus, which adds width to strings and pads, to Shimmer Reverb, which creates a dreamlike, spacious atmosphere.

■ Add Organic Fluctuations with the Flavour Knob

Simply turning the Flavour knob allows you to introduce subtle variations in pitch and wavetable position.

This reduces the uniformity typical of digital synths, transforming the sound into an organic one with subtle fluctuations and warmth.

■ Over 130 Factory Sounds

Includes over 130 factory patches created by sound designers such as Christian Kleine and LimbicBits.

It features a total of 360 patch memory slots.

Using the free “Chutney Librarian” app, compatible with macOS and Windows, you can save, organize, and transfer patches between the Crema and your computer.

■ Built-in Arpeggiator and Step Sequencer

In addition to an advanced arpeggiator, it features a step sequencer with up to 32 steps.

You can assign it to either Texture or Lines—or both.

It also supports MPE and MIDI CC Learn.

■ Compact Design with Comprehensive Connectivity

Supports USB-C power delivery and USB MIDI.

It also features MIDI IN/OUT, stereo audio output, and a headphone output.

With a compact design weighing approximately 0.9 kg, it’s the perfect size to integrate into everything from desktop production setups to live performances.

■ Key Specifications

・Product Type: Synthesizer / Sound Module
・Sound Engine: Texture / Lines
・Texture: Strings / Wavetable / FM, 24 sounds
・Lines: 8-voice virtual analog
・Texture Strings: Full polyphonic
・Texture Wavetable / FM: Up to 12 voices
・FM: 4 operators / 6 algorithms
・Effects: 2 slots
・Arpeggiator: Built-in
・Step sequencer: Up to 32 steps
・MPE: Supported
・Factory patches: Over 130
・Patch Memory: 360
・Audio Output: 6.35mm Stereo Output
・Headphone Output: mini-TRS
・MIDI: MIDI IN / OUT
・USB: USB Type-C, USB MIDI / Power Delivery
・Dimensions: 252 × 170 × 48mm
・Weight: 0.9kg