--- product_id: 537187205 title: "Analog Bass Synthesizer and Sequencer, Donner Essential B1 with Intuitive User Interface, 128 Patterns Memory, Saturation & Delay Effects, Make for Classic Acid Sound" brand: "donner" price: "774.57 DT" currency: TND in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/537187205-analog-bass-synthesizer-and-sequencer-donner-essential-b1-with-intuitive store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # USB Type-C & MIDI connectivity Dynamic color-changing haptic pads 128 pattern memory presets Analog Bass Synthesizer and Sequencer, Donner Essential B1 with Intuitive User Interface, 128 Patterns Memory, Saturation & Delay Effects, Make for Classic Acid Sound **Brand:** donner **Price:** 774.57 DT **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Own the Acid Sound Revolution β€” Vintage Vibes, Modern Control! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Analog Bass Synthesizer and Sequencer, Donner Essential B1 with Intuitive User Interface, 128 Patterns Memory, Saturation & Delay Effects, Make for Classic Acid Sound by donner - **How much does it cost?** 774.57 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/537187205-analog-bass-synthesizer-and-sequencer-donner-essential-b1-with-intuitive) ## Best For - donner enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted donner brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Warm Analog Vibes:** Fully analog signal path with built-in saturation & delay effects for that classic acid warmth - β€’ **Perform Like a Pro:** Silicone haptic pads with vibrant backlights let you jam live with tactile precision - β€’ **Seamless Studio Integration:** USB-C MIDI and full-size 5-pin MIDI I/O for effortless DAW and hardware syncing - β€’ **Unleash Your Acid Basslines:** 128 onboard patterns + intuitive step sequencer for instant groove creation - β€’ **No Learning Curve, Just Play:** User-friendly interface and song mode chaining make complex sequences a breeze ## Overview The Donner Essential B1 is a compact analog bass synthesizer and sequencer designed for both beginners and pros craving authentic acid basslines. Featuring 128 pattern memory presets, dynamic color-changing haptic pads, and a straightforward step sequencer, it delivers classic analog warmth with built-in saturation and delay effects. Its versatile USB-C and MIDI connectivity ensure smooth integration into any studio setup, making it a powerful yet accessible tool for crafting iconic electronic music. ## Description Product description Review: Insanely high quality analog synth for this price point - You'd be surprised how nice this product is for the price point, but Donner delivers once again. All-in-all, this is a pretty basic bass synth, but it sounds nice through an amplifier, headphones, and speakers, and it's surprisingly premium-feeling for its budget price point. I haven't used all of the features this piece offers yet, but what I have used so far is extremely intuitive and honestly just fun, as a good synth should be. Add into the mix that the build quality is stellar and far above what you'd expect for such an inexpensive analog synth and it also just looks gorgeous that I'd say it's a synth that earns a spot on even a veteran rack with the fantastic experience and versatility it provides. I would certainly recommend. Review: For what it is.. you can't beat the price - I got the B1 last year during the Black Friday/Cyber Monday weekend and I'm glad I did. I got this on sale for $85 or so and love this thing!! On its own, its not as gritty as a $1000+ original Roland TB-303, nor as raw as the Behringer TD-3 or TD-3-MO, but for the price... With this you get easier programability and you can still get it to squeal pretty nicely by tweaking the accent and some of the other knobs on it. Pair this with different pedals, and it really comes alive. The build quality is sturdy though a little light in the weight department. The note keys are made of a nice material and they are not mushy at all (they remind me of the MPC one +'s pads). ## Features - Music Ideas Out of The Box-- Donner Essential B1 synthesizer offers 128 presets for storing your music ideas. If you are new to electronic music, you could also benefit from its factory contents. With the Song Mode added in firmware V1.1.0, you can chain patterns to make more complex music phrases - Innovative Haptic Pads-- The modern silicon haptic pads with dynamic color-changing backlights outperform the traditional tiny little buttons on the original 303. With these pads, you can perform synth basslines on the fly. You can also utilize the onboard 8-mode arpeggiator to jam your idea out - Intuitive Step Sequencer-- The sequencer is the key to the Essential B1. Instead of giving you one of the most complicated sequencers on the planet, we make it as intuitive as it can be. No need to be a headache while programming your idea anymore - Faithful To The Original-- There are also several live performance features while running patterns, to make the Essential B1 more playable. The synthesis engine on Essential B1 is straightforward. With only 1 VCO, 1 VCF, And 1 VCA, You can't get the wrong sound. To get the organic sound texture, we keep the signal path fully analog - Analog Built-In Effects-- The analog saturation and delay effects located at the end of the signal path make the sound of the Essential B1 more warm and fancy, helping you get the right sound from the get-go - Versatile Connectivity-- You can connect the Essential B1 to your DAW using the USB Type-C, serving as a MIDI controller to speed up your music production process. Two full-size 5-pin MIDI I/O and Sync I/O allow easier communication with other hardware devices - Tips-- We have compiled three guide documents (PDF) for software installation, use, and troubleshooting, which are located in the part of the "Product guides and documents" ( After the part of the "Product information"). Please ask the Donner Online Customer Team (US) through the Product Order Page if you have any questions ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0BZ772G4B | | Best Sellers Rank | #4,987 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #7 in Tabletop Synthesizers #1,769 in Music Recording Equipment | | Body Material | Bass Wood | | Brand | Donner | | Brand Name | Donner | | Color | black | | Connector Type | Usb Type C | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 184 Reviews | | Finish Type | Glossy (body), Matte (keyboard) | | Included Components | Bass Drum | | Item Dimensions | 2.2 x 4.72 x 2.2 inches | | Item Type Name | Synthesizer | | Item Weight | 9.6 Ounces | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 2.2 x 4.72 x 2.2 inches | | Manufacturer | Donner | | Material | Silicone | | Model Name | Donner Essential B1 | | Model Number | Donner Essential B1 | | Part Number | Donner Essential B1 | | Set Name | Essential | | Sound Profile | Warm, Rich, Lower Frequencies Emphasized | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 1 year. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Donner - **Color:** black - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 2.2 x 4.72 x 2.2 inches - **Material:** Silicone - **Model Name:** Donner Essential B1 ## Images ![Analog Bass Synthesizer and Sequencer, Donner Essential B1 with Intuitive User Interface, 128 Patterns Memory, Saturation & Delay Effects, Make for Classic Acid Sound - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61lPecDR57L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: How do i sync this with other gear? specifically, im looking to connect it with the roland aira compact series instruments, and play them together..** A: It has both MIDI in/out ports on the back, and there there is the analog clock output (sync) up on the front panel that can be used to easily connect to other analog or CV controlled devices like Eurorack gear. Im pretty sure the Roland Aria units have both sync in and midi. I personally prefer the MIDI route this connection by default will send or receive a clock signal! Hope that helps **Q: Does this have preloaded patterns out of the box or does it require software from a computer to work?** A: Don’t know why seller said you need a computer? Not true. Comes with preset patterns you can just plug it into speakers and go to town **Q: Does it really click so loudly, as in the video? (detent clicks) And are there other genres of sounds or is this specifically a 303/acid-type device?** A: Dear customer,Yes, it can be that clicky, depends on the DEPTH and ACCENT knobs' position. You might notice that in the video, these two parameters are quite high, as a result, the sound is more punchy.The Essential B1 is perfect for 303 / acid type of sound. But with the built-in effects and arpeggiator and stuffs, it is more versatile and is able to fit in many genres. Thank you. **Q: I am using 3.5 mm audio cables to connect my roland airas. how can i connect the b1 to the aira series and hear sound? not just midi data. thanks** A: Dear customer, both Donner B1 and Roland Aira Compact have external audio input jacks. So depending on which device you want to plug your headphones into, let’s say you want to hear the output from Aira Compact, you should connect the HEADPHONE OUT on B1 and the MIX IN on Aira Compact via a 3.5mm TRS cable.If you want to plug your headphones in B1, you should connect MIX OUT on Aira Compact and AUX IN on B1 via a 3.5mm TRS cable.Hope this can solve your problem.If you have any other questions, please contact us via Amazon message, and we will try our best to help you. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Insanely high quality analog synth for this price point *by R***E on September 2, 2025* You'd be surprised how nice this product is for the price point, but Donner delivers once again. All-in-all, this is a pretty basic bass synth, but it sounds nice through an amplifier, headphones, and speakers, and it's surprisingly premium-feeling for its budget price point. I haven't used all of the features this piece offers yet, but what I have used so far is extremely intuitive and honestly just fun, as a good synth should be. Add into the mix that the build quality is stellar and far above what you'd expect for such an inexpensive analog synth and it also just looks gorgeous that I'd say it's a synth that earns a spot on even a veteran rack with the fantastic experience and versatility it provides. I would certainly recommend. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ For what it is.. you can't beat the price *by S***E on May 14, 2026* I got the B1 last year during the Black Friday/Cyber Monday weekend and I'm glad I did. I got this on sale for $85 or so and love this thing!! On its own, its not as gritty as a $1000+ original Roland TB-303, nor as raw as the Behringer TD-3 or TD-3-MO, but for the price... With this you get easier programability and you can still get it to squeal pretty nicely by tweaking the accent and some of the other knobs on it. Pair this with different pedals, and it really comes alive. The build quality is sturdy though a little light in the weight department. The note keys are made of a nice material and they are not mushy at all (they remind me of the MPC one +'s pads). ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great sounds and Tweaks and Easy to Use *by L***N on February 20, 2026* A great and easy to use Acid Beat machine. 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