E-mu Systems
American music technology company / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about E-mu Systems?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
E-mu Systems was a software synthesizer, audio interface, MIDI interface, and MIDI keyboard manufacturer. Founded in 1971 as a synthesizer maker, E-mu was a pioneer in samplers, sample-based drum machines and low-cost digital sampling music workstations.
This article needs additional citations for verification. (February 2013) |
Quick Facts Company type, Industry ...
Company type | Subsidiary |
---|---|
Industry | Computer software Computer hardware |
Founded | 1971 |
Defunct | 2002 |
Fate | Acquired by Creative Technology in 1993 and merged with Ensoniq, now dissolved |
Headquarters | , |
Products | DSPs |
Parent | Creative Technology |
Website | www |
Close
After its acquisition in 1993, E-mu Systems was a wholly owned subsidiary of Creative Technology, Ltd.[1] In 1998, E-mu was combined with Ensoniq, another synthesizer and sampler manufacturer previously acquired by Creative Technology.[2] E-mu was last based in Scotts Valley, California, on the outskirts of Silicon Valley.[1]