Ensoniq

Ensoniq built a strong reputation in the 1980s and 1990s for creating innovative digital instruments that were powerful yet affordable. They are best known for iconic products like the ESQ-1 synthesizer, SQ-80 hybrid synth, ASR-10 sampler workstation, and VFX series, which combined sequencing, sampling, and synthesis in one unit. These instruments became studio staples for producers and live performers alike, valued for their warm sound, hands-on workflow, and reliability.