Three higher res pics in via Liquid Sky Berlin along with their press release. Be sure to see the original announcement post here for a video and additional details.
"The Legendary PPG 1002 Returns – Limited Reissue Now Available
The Liquid Sky artistcollective and Hamburg based developer Cornel Hecht proudly announce the reissue of the PPG 1002, one of the rarest and most iconic analog synthesizers in electronic music history. Originally developed by Wolfgang Palm in the late 1970s, the PPG 1002 laid the groundwork for legendary instruments like the Wave 2 and Wave 2.2.
Now rebuilt as a handcrafted, strictly limited reissue of only 102 units worldwide, the PPG 1002 is more than a synthesizer: it is a tribute to electronic innovation and a commitment to ecological responsibility.
A significant part of the profits will go toward land acquisition for the Liquid Sky reforestation project in southern Portugal.
The PPG 1002 will be demonstrated live at Superbooth Berlin
→ Friday and Saturday at 14:00
→ At the Native Instruments booth"
"The PPG 1002, one of the rarest and most sought-after synthesizers in music history, is back as a original PPG hardware synthesizer. The PPG 1002 was, alongside the modular synthesizers, one of the last fully analog PPG synthesizer. It laid the foundation for later digital milestones such as the PPG 360, the Wave 2, and the Wave 2.2."
The PPG 1002, one of the rarest and most sought-after synthesizers in music history, is back as a original PPG hardware synthesizer.
The PPG 1002 was, alongside the modular synthesizers, one of the last fully analog PPG synthesizer. It laid the foundation for later digital milestones such as the PPG 360, the Wave 2, and the Wave 2.2.
The PPG 1002 reissue is now available for preorder and is strictly limited to only 102 units. The PPG 1002 is more than just a synthesizer – it represents a symbiosis of technology and ecological responsibility.
Based on Wolfgang Palm's original handwritten drawings, the PPG 1002 returns as an exclusive reissue – meticulously reconstructed and crafted with the highest precision.
This limited edition preserves the authentic analog circuitry of the original, bringing the legendary PPG sound to a new generation of musicians and collectors.
Unlike the original keyboard version, the reissue appears in the classic console-style housing, staying true to the design of the original 1002.
The PPG 1002 is an exclusive reissue of the legendary analog synthesizer designed by Wolfgang Palm in 1975.
The total price is 9,999 Euros excluding shipping costs.
Production begins after your pre-order and a deposit of €4999.
The remaining €5000 is due before delivery."
SPECS
- 2 analog oscillators with transpose switches and mixable waveforms from triangle to saw
- Oscillator 2 also offers square wave and a sub-oscillator
- Oscillator 2 can be synchronized
- Noise generator for audio and modulation
- A ring modulator can be switched on instead of the noise generator
- Routable LFO with pulse and triangle waveforms
- 24dB low-pass filter with resonance
- Voltage-controlled amplifier
- 2 easy edit envelopes
- Switchable modulators for each module, allowing for an almost modular-like routing
- CV and MIDI inputs
- external precision low noise power supply
- Download the manual [pdf captured as images below]
You can find previous posts featuring the original PPG 1002 here.
"THE PPG STORY In 1975, Wolfgang Palm made synthesizer history with the PPG 1002. An early prototype featured retractable patch cables, but in the final production model, these were replaced with rotary switches for more versatile modulation. A key advantage of the 1002 over its competitors was its temperature-compensated VCO circuit, now further refined in this reissue, preserving its iconic sound.
The PPG 1020 (1977) introduced digital oscillators, paving the way for the 360 Wavecomputer in 1979, which marked the beginning of wavetable synthesis. This was followed by milestones such as the PPG Wave 2.3 (1984) with MIDI and the PPG Waveterm B (1985).
After PPG was dissolved in 1987, Wolfgang Palm collaborated with Steinberg and later co-developed the Waldorf Microwave (1989). In the 2000s, he released software synthesizers under his own name, including the PPG Wavegenerator, Wavemapper, Infinite Pro, and Phonem. In 2020, Palm transferred the PPG technologies to Brainworx, which became part of Native Instruments in 2023.
At the same time, Cornel Hecht, part of the PPG team since 2012, reviewed Wolfgang Palm’s original handwritten schematics of the PPG 1002. His mission: to faithfully bring the analog circuitry of 1975 into the present. The first prototype impressed Native Instruments, laying the foundation for this exclusive reissue. Wolfgang Palm: "What's labeled PPG should also be PPG inside! That was and still is my motto. The new edition of the PPG 1002 is based on the original PPG circuitry."
But this reissue is more than just a synthesizer, it’s a fusion of technology and ecological responsibility. The PPG 1002 is produced CO₂-neutral, and every purchase supports sustainable environmental projects, such as Liquid Sky’s reforestation initiative in Portugal. This way, the future of sound remains not only authentic, but also green."
You might recall the upcoming PPG w2.2x4 eurorack module from the announcment post here. That post featured a couple of renders, one in classic PPG blue and one in a limited edition black.
Here are a couple of pictures of the blue model in the flesh, in via Liquid Sky.
"PPG Wave 2.3 Digital Sythesizer for sale in excellent condition and perfect working order.
Serviced and freshly checked over by James Walker and playing beautifully. In very good condition. Commission sale on behalf of the owner.
It has been maintained for the owner by James Walker and he's just completed a fresh checkover and assessment:
The synth is all working well, there are no noisy pots and all the front panel controls work flawlessly. The original LCD has been changed to a high brightness VFD which gives better performance and contrast. It also negates the need for a high frequency power supply for the old LCD backlight which was removed with the original LCD.
All the voice cards are working and the filters sound matched as much as is possible.
Some of the keyboard j-wire contacts show signs of requiring alignment and cleaning which will be completed before shipping so the synth is working completely without any issues."
Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.
VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.
"PPG Synthesizer 1002 for sale serviced an comes with fligtcase Had this for almost 6 years and serviced by Stefan Hubner who has a deep understanding of PPG systems. Some things to observe, one underside key broken but doesn't affect play..these are originals. Jacks for CV, Gate and filter modulation have been added and adjusted to 1V/oct. 'The mains wiring has been re-done according to current safety expectations (not to say standards) including a 'pig tail' cable with an IEC male plug for easier connection. CV and Gate were never standard on the 1002 so the ones having it were all more or less hacks, especially when it comes to oscillator CV. One would expect 1V/octave with 0 volts at a defined note usually. For the 1002 without my modification this means you set the potentiometer on the back that usually came with CV in to track 1V per octave but then had to add an offset of something around 2 volts to reach the lowest C. My approach disconnects the keyboard instead of adding some external voltage somewhere and simulates exactly what the keyboard delivers starting at 0 volts for the lowest C. The connection is being made by a relay actuated by the contacts in the CV jack. By simulating the keyboard, all panel functions remain active on the external CV (glide, tune, modulation) Trigger/Gate is a voltage input (V-Trig) working from 5V up. The filter input only modulates the filter setting and is not intended to make the filter track, for this purpose you should rather use the panel knob that attaches the cutoff control to the keyboard CV.' No second chance listing on this."
"We are proud to introduce the Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D - A tribute to Progressive Rock’s legacy featuring a custom satin red finish, hot-rodded VCA circuit, modern MIDI integration, an exclusive red translucent 10 in vinyl EP, and more. This release offers musicians and fans the opportunity to own a synthesizer inspired by Geddy Lee’s legendary artistry and enduring legacy.
Watch as Geddy Lee reflects on this new synthesizer, sharing his thoughts on its craftsmanship, sonic character, and how Moog’s legendary sound has played a role in shaping iconic @rush tracks like "Xanadu", "Tom Sawyer", and "Subdivisions".
Rush icon Geddy Lee—synthesist, bassist, and singer for the rock legends—has teamed up with Moog to release the Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D, available for sale exclusively in the US and Canada right here on Reverb.
Video includes excerpts from Rush songs 'Xanadu', 'Tom Sawyer', 'The Trees'."
Press release follows:
GEDDY LEE MINIMOOG MODEL D
Combining the legendary analog sound of Moog with a distinctive aesthetic that honors Rush’s iconic legacy.
The Model D in the hands of Geddy Lee has delivered legendary basses, melodic leads, and rich analog tones that are iconic and indicative of the Minimoog’s creative influence on musicians. Musicians and Rush fans can now tap into a piece of music history that was instrumental in shaping the band's signature sound.
Hand-signed by Geddy Lee and individually numbered, each Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D is a collector’s item to be cherished for decades to come.
"It’s a thrill to see the Minimoog Model D in that stunning red, so representative of one of the most fertile periods in Rush’s creative history.” —Geddy Lee
ICONIC SOUND QUALITY Originally released in 1970, Minimoog Model D was the world’s first portable synthesizer and served as the archetype for all electronic keyboards that followed.
It was quickly embraced by a diverse roster of performers, including Rush frontman Geddy Lee who enraptured generations with his and the band's unique style of prog rock.
CLASSIC ELECTRONICS WITH MODERN TOUCHES In addition to Geddy’s signature red finish, this model of the Minimoog offers a hot-rodded VCA circuit, dedicated LFO controls, top panel CV jacks, spring loaded pitch wheel and MIDI integration.
A UNIQUE COLLECTOR’S ITEM For musicians and collectors seeking both inspiration and history, the Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D combines the legendary analog sound of Moog instruments with a distinctive aesthetic that honors Rush’s iconic legacy. More than a collector’s piece, this powerful synth—celebrated for its playability and unique sonic character—features modern enhancements for today’s music creators.
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One of my favorite tracks from the early 80s.
Love System by The Twins from the album A Wild Romance (1983)
Featured the PPG Wave 2.2 Synthesizer and the Waveterm A for sampling and wave synthesis. All sounds from the PPG System, including drums.
This cover song series contains my own recreations of my favourite songs from the last 50 years. The original music from which I take inspiration belong to their respective owners. I recreate tracks only for personal passion and to pay homage to these tracks.
My intention is not to create covers that sound exactly like the original (if you want to hear identical sounds, please listen the original). It's more of an inspiration with my sounds from the old synthesizers from the past and of course the great appreciation for the original performers and producers."
"A look at the digital artefacts generated by the Behringer WAVE and Groove Synthesis 3rd WAVE and how they process the sounds. If I compared everything it would be 95% 3RD WAVE as it does so much more. So here I'm concentrating on the raw tone when using the 3rd Wave in 'PPG Mode' ie all the modern stuff turned off, and keeping it raw.
The Behringer WAVE is designed essentially to emulate the PPG almost exactly. Although it does have a few additions, overall it sticks rigidly to the PPG experience. The 3rd wave is a flexible studio centrepiece with a modern interface and comprehensive set of functions... which is reflected in the price!
I take a look at the wavetables, aliasing, imaging and a brief look at the envelopes."
The legendary German synthesizer brand PPG is making a comeback, thanks to the collaboration between Cornel Hecht (Hell Modular) and the Liquid Sky Artistcollective (Liquid Sky d-vices).
The first release in this revival is the W2.2x4 Eurorack module, a 3U dual wavetable oscillator featuring all the original wavetables from the iconic PPG Wave 2.2. Each oscillator is equipped with a sub-bass generator, overdrive, and a built-in VCA, delivering the classic PPG sound in a modern modular format.
The PPG W2.2x4 can sound extremely true to the original or introduce new sonic nuances through its VCA/overdrive section.
It is suitable for all genres of electronic music, including Techno, Synth Pop, Ambient, Industrial, Noise, Berliner Schule, and more.
The W2.2x4 module will be available in two editions:
Limited Edition: Black front panel, strictly limited to 127 units. Shipping begins this month.
Standard Edition: Blue front panel, unlimited production. Shipping starts before Superbooth.
Additionally, the Liquid Sky D-Vices GLITHc ExpendR is compatible with the PPG W2.2x4, transforming it into an experimental mini glitch/noise/wavetable remix lab.
With its unique sonic character and heritage, the W2.2x4 brings the spirit of PPG into the contemporary Eurorack world. Be among the first to experience this modern classic!
"PPG® is a trademark of the Native Instruments Group, used under license."
"Tangerine Dream has been one of the bands to use the PPG Wave System, as have more 80's synth-pop type bands. Whether you like synth-heavy prog rock or are more of a new wave fan, this is a great synthesizer to consider. Doris tells a little bit about the synthesizer, Wolfgang Palm (the maker of the synthesizer), the expansion options, and it's history. This ultramarine blue goodness is not to be missed!"
"Behringer has returned to NAMM after a 10 year absence, and it's brought with it the recently released Wave, a synthesizer based on the classic PPG Wave, an '80s instrument beloved by artists such as Depeche Mode and David Bowie. We caught up with Behringer on the NAMM show floor to hear it in action."
"Behringer are certainly making waves at Namm this year (dammit I tried so hard to avoid the pun) - here's what Jim Heywood produced from his first hands-on experience with the Wave |--------|"
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One of my favorite tracks from the 80s.
But Not Tonight by Depeche Mode from the album Black Celebration (1986)
Written by Martin L. Gore, produced by Gareth Jones and Daniel Miller
Featured the E-MU Emulator II sampling synthesizer, the Moog Source analog synthesizer and the PPG wave 2.2 wavetable synthesizer.
This cover song series contains my own recreations of my favourite songs from the last 50 years. The original music from which I take inspiration belong to their respective owners. I recreate tracks only for personal passion and to pay homage to these tracks.
My intention is not to create covers that sound exactly like the original (if you want to hear identical sounds, please listen the original). It's more of an inspiration with my sounds from the old synthesizers from the past and of course the great appreciation for the original performers and producers."
"The Legendary PPG 1002 Returns – Limited Reissue Now Available
