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title: "Analog Bass Synthesizer and Sequencer, Donner Essential B1 with Intuitive User Interface, 128 Patterns Memory, Saturation & Delay Effects, Make for Classic Acid Sound"
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# USB Type-C & MIDI I/O color-changing haptic pads 128 pattern memory 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:** C$13026
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Classic Acid Bass, Modern Edge — Own the Analog Groove!

## 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?** C$13026 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- donner enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted donner brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Unleash 128 Presets:** Store and chain your music ideas effortlessly with extensive pattern memory and Song Mode.
- • **Authentic Analog Sound:** Classic acid bass with 1 VCO, 1 VCF, 1 VCA, and warm saturation & delay effects for that vintage vibe.
- • **Perform Live with Style:** Dynamic color-changing haptic pads and 8-mode arpeggiator let you jam basslines on the fly.
- • **Intuitive Step Sequencer:** Simplified programming means no headaches—just pure creative flow.
- • **Seamless Studio Integration:** USB Type-C MIDI controller plus full-size MIDI and Sync I/O for pro-level connectivity.

## Overview

The Donner Essential B1 is a compact analog bass synthesizer and sequencer designed for both beginners and pros. Featuring 128 pattern memory slots, intuitive step sequencing, and dynamic color-changing haptic pads, it delivers authentic acid bass sounds with built-in analog saturation and delay effects. Its versatile connectivity options, including USB Type-C and full-size MIDI I/O, make it a powerful tool for live performance and studio production—all at an unbeatable price point.

## Description

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Review: Low cost, well built 303 clone - It's a 303 clone, what else is there to say. The firmware update to add song mode is great, you can chain patterns, so up to 256 steps. The effects are just so-so. The distortion adds a lot of crunch, but the echo is a bit weak, even at full setting it is barely noticeable, it's there, but barely. Nice that it has midi in/out, a headphone stereo out and a mono line out. The sync in and out can be set for various other small instruments, pairs with my korg volcas. One big advantage I see over other clones is the free software, lets you download all the patterns, edit them and load them into the unit. With 128 patterns, you may not need more, but, it is nice to not have to do all the programming via the panel. All this for under $100 when on sale! I was skeptical of the Donnor brand based on other reviews, it's priced perfect to let me play around and I'm not disappointed.
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.

## 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 | #9,737 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #10 in Tabletop Synthesizers #3,233 in Music Recording Equipment |
| Body Material | Bass Wood |
| Connector Type | Usb Type C |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (157) |
| Date First Available | March 22, 2023 |
| Included Components | Bass Drum |
| Item Weight | 9.6 ounces |
| Item model number | Donner Essential B1 |
| Manufacturer | Donner |
| Material Type | Silicone |
| Number of Keyboard Keys | 61 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 2.2 x 4.72 x 2.2 inches |
| Set Name | Essential |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Donner
- **Item Weight:** 9.6 Ounces
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 2.2 x 4.72 x 2.2 inches
- **Material:** Silicone
- **Model Name:** Donner Essential B1

## Images

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## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Low cost, well built 303 clone
*by D***. on January 18, 2026*

It's a 303 clone, what else is there to say. The firmware update to add song mode is great, you can chain patterns, so up to 256 steps. The effects are just so-so. The distortion adds a lot of crunch, but the echo is a bit weak, even at full setting it is barely noticeable, it's there, but barely. Nice that it has midi in/out, a headphone stereo out and a mono line out. The sync in and out can be set for various other small instruments, pairs with my korg volcas. One big advantage I see over other clones is the free software, lets you download all the patterns, edit them and load them into the unit. With 128 patterns, you may not need more, but, it is nice to not have to do all the programming via the panel. All this for under $100 when on sale! I was skeptical of the Donnor brand based on other reviews, it's priced perfect to let me play around and I'm not disappointed.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sounds good, best value 303 clone available.
*by A***1 on September 19, 2025*

Sounds good. Fun to play. Lots of good preset patterns. The distortion is good. The built in delay not so much. I use an outboard delay pedal and it's much better. As other reviews have noted, it has a high noise floor. But for the money, the Donner 303 is a good purchase. Hard to justify buying the Roland boutique 303 that costs almost $500.

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