Sequential Prophet Rev2

The Sequential Prophet Rev2 is sold in both an 8-voice and a 16-voice version, with the 16-voice allowing for fuller polyphonic pads and more layered sounds. The 8-voice model can be upgraded to 16 voices using a user-installable expansion board sold by Sequential. Both versions share identical features, filters, and modulation capabilities — only the polyphony differs.

The Rev2 is a direct evolution of the Prophet '08, using the same analog signal path with two DCOs and a low-pass filter per voice. However, the Rev2 adds significant improvements including a second high-pass filter per voice, built-in effects, expanded modulation matrix, and wavetable oscillator shapes. Many players consider the Rev2 capable of reproducing Prophet '08 tones while offering considerably more sound-design flexibility.

Yes, the Prophet Rev2 transmits MIDI over both USB and traditional 5-pin MIDI ports, allowing it to control other hardware synthesizers or software instruments. It has a full-size, semi-weighted keybed with velocity and aftertouch response. The Rev2 also receives MIDI, meaning patches can be automated and controlled from a DAW.

The Prophet Rev2 includes both a 16-step polyphonic sequencer and a dedicated arpeggiator, both of which can sync to external MIDI clock. The sequencer stores note, velocity, and parameter changes per step, making it useful for evolving patterns. These features were notable additions over the original Prophet '08, which had a more basic arpeggiator and no full sequencer.