ARP Chroma Polaris

The ARP Chroma Polaris is a synthesizer released in 1984 by ARP Instruments, following the company's acquisition by CBS. It is a hybrid analog-digital synthesizer, combining analog oscillators and filters with digital control and modulation capabilities. Designed as a more affordable and compact version of the ARP Chroma, the Polaris was aimed at musicians seeking a versatile and expressive instrument. Despite its innovative features, the Polaris was overshadowed by the rise of fully digital synthesizers in the mid-1980s, leading to its relatively short production run. Today, it is appreciated by enthusiasts for its unique sound and historical significance in the evolution of synthesizer technology.