1 more thing, the DSI evolver is not paraphonic.
And I’ll jump in with these short reviews.
Future Retro XS
Used :$1000
Great synth for snappy basses, really fast envelopes, nice filter (reminds me a little bit of the MS-20 filter but with less grit- not in a bad way-) Lot’s of modulation routings and semi modular. Can be controlled by both Midi and CV so it pairs well with OT and A4. Additionally, A4 can also make use of a lot of it’s modular patch points- individual osc outs, filter and osc mod inputs etc… This is my current “Go to” synth. Super quick to dial in, good range of timbres , and almost always sounds great.
DSI Desktop Evolver
Used $465
Very unique synth, great for strange noises, evolving sequences, interesting sounds etc… Has 4 onboard sequencers that can be used to modulate almost anything and that sync to external clock. The sequencers are similar to Elektron’s P-locks in that they can allow almost all parameters of the synth to change on every step. Overall has a very gritty digital biting texture to most of what comes out of it. (Reminds me a lot of early skinny puppy). Not as good at doing “normal” synth sounds. Filters are ok but not great, envelopes are a little slow. Overall, it’s great if you use it towards it strengths- but not the best “all rounder”.
Feel free to edit or cut these down as desired.
hope this is what you were sort of looking for.