Original Sherman Filterbank (1997) – Rare Early Model, Fully Working

🔥 The analog filter that defined distortion and character for techno, hardcore and industrial.

For sale is an original Sherman Filterbank from 1997 — the first edition that established Sherman’s legendary reputation for raw, analog filtering and distortion.
This isn’t the later V2 or tabletop model, but the original beast — a cult classic known for its explosive resonance, extreme tone shaping, and organic, unpredictable drive.

The original Sherman Filterbank is highly desirable due to its unique, aggressive sound characterized by extreme distortion, filtering, and audio-rate modulation effects that create a "wild" and "unruly" sonic character, often described as a "triple espresso with a Jaeger Bomb". It is renowned for its ability to transform basslines and drums into powerful, chaotic textures, making it a favorite for genres like techno, industrial, and hardcore. Its value proposition, however, is considered less unique today due to the availability of numerous alternatives in both fixed-architecture and modular synthesizers.

Condition:

• Fully functional
• Good overall condition with only minor cosmetic wear
• One knob cap (frequency control) is missing
• Includes power supply

This is a private sale — sold as-is, no returns or guarantees.