Weight: 32.5 lbs. And the new OB-X8 offers greater functionality and presumably comparable quality. We have your details and will be in contact soon. But even more, were proud that weve been able to, Oberheim to restart manufacturing and global supply of legendary synthesizers. SPECIFICATIONS. ppl with weird retro fetish that want to play jump? In May, 2022, the Oberheim OB-X8, a new 8-voice analog synthesizer with the voice architecture and filters of three classic Oberheim models: the OB-X, OB-Xa, and OB-8, along with functionality and features . OB-X8 sound demo by INHALT. Waste of space. 8-voice, pure-analog polyphony with sine, saw, square, triangle, and noise Two discrete SEM/OB-X-lineage VCOs per voice deliver classic punchy Oberheim tone Discrete SEM-lineage VCFs deliver authentic OB-X-style tone and presence Genuine Curtis filters add bold OB-Xa/OB-8 . Its ironic that if ASM would build a midi keyboard with polyAT and touch strip it will cost more or less like their synths, the engine sounds cheap, there are free vsts that sound thicker. 2 discrete OB-X/SEM-lineage VCOs per voice and discrete SEM-lineage VCFs deliver that vintage Oberheim tone and punch. In fact, its more complex than most VSTs. However, if I was even in the market for such a synth, Id wait for the Behringer, without any (possibly faulty) prediction of eventual resale value affecting my decision. maybe in the future but still, made in china product are usually lower quality because the aim is large quantities mass produced, the larger the quantities the more shortcoming and the harder it is to qa. its been fixed. In the last decade or lets say two decades how many synths had Tom released? Ive got several old-school synths, and they are WAY fucking better than their modern knockoffs in terms of sound, feel, mojo and being fun to play. Yes, but Telle-Tubbies, Moon Rocks, and Cabbage Patch Kids sold very well, but where are they today? Release date: June. Living in an area of music desolation in southwest Florida, I generally dont get to play things I dont own (and I havent been to NAMM in over 15 years). This clearly is one of the best synth ever made. Though I do like the polyphonic aftertouch feature of the UB-Xa. I scrimp and save to buy well priced used gear when it goes up for sale nearby. For the Orchestra? I would buy one if I could. trentpmcd Wiggling with Experience Posts: 452 Joined: Fri Mar 20, 2015 9:00 pm Location: NH. The 4-stage (attack, decay, sustain, release) filter and volume envelopes give shape to the harmonics and loudness of OB-X8 sounds. Still a little hung over Hack? Listen to starskys OB6 X8 comparison, you can start to see why people would be skeptical of the massive price difference. People complaining about the price of an Oberheim should understand that there are a lot of musicians that actually have the discipline to save the money they need to buy a nice piece of gear. It offers 400-plus factory programs, including the full set of factory sounds for the OB-X, OB-SX, OB-Xa, and OB-8. . name the bands using these giant analogs on stage. Just before he announced he was done, I found one on Reverb for 3,200 and go to find out it was built by Tom himself. Now that hes given everyone what they wanted in a Prophet 5/10 reissue and Tom has given his new OBX8 synth, everyone can shut up.at least I hope they can..I dont want to see a Pro One reissue or Prophet VS reissue and I seriously hope Dave isnt mulling over that idea. Oberheim OB-X8 leaks. its not the oscillator compensation that fixes it, its the deep tuning capability that they opened up to the public. Duh, Im an idiot. When you say that the only memorable music produced by Oberheims was Jump, and a few Prince hits, it indicates that you have an extremely shallow understanding of them, which is startling from someone that says that they have owned four. Imagine an OB-X8 covered in Volcas like Christmas tree lights. Upon closer inspection the scotch turns out to be tequila. Any music gear discussions that don't fit into one of the other forums. Violins for professionals in orchestra plus their bows often cost over $10,000 (sometimes thats just the cost of the bow). Oberheim Electronics, one of the most venerated names in synthesizer design, has announced its return to operation to meet the rising global demand for its instruments.Today, the company is launching its first new product, the OB-X8: an eight-voice polyphonic analog synth that they say combines all of the key features of the legendary OB-X, OB-Xa, and OB-8 products from the 1980s - including . 14:59 filters I am looking forward to us buying insanely priced virtual analogues and workstations when we start missing the 90s in a coupe of years. Eight-voice analog polysynth. The Oberheim OB-X8 combines the three different voice architectures of the classic OB-X, OB-Xa, and OB-8 synths into a single instrument. I thought that was what the Jupiter X was for looks good, robust, all the sounds you need for a main-stage band. Today it would be worth almost 27k. it made sense in the 70s because huge arena bands were playing huge analog synths REALLY well. In 1978, there wasnt any meaningful competition. They arent created for everyone to buy, only those very serious about the tone and feel of how they play. Its not right unless it uses a this chip or that chip or a corn chip.yeeeze. If so, thats the greatest synth he designed. I prefer complexity and unique features. You bet. im not bitter at all. These synths are responsible for some of the most iconic synth sounds of all time, from Van Halen's "Jump," Rush's "Tom Sawyer," Prince's "1999," and . Now I know why I do not venture into these comment groups very often. Either way, ignoring reality makes your perspective look foolish. I agree it seems like it should be $4k, but considering its 8 voices maybe not that far off the mark. Stringed physical instruments sound changes with time. this thing looks great, even though it is a bit disappointing in terms of specs. I was just watching J3PO's "Why I love my OB-Xa" then jumped over here to find this announcement. What reality? Again, I think that the synth is crazy good, its just overpriced and I wont be buying one (i.e., even though I can afford to buy one, I think my money would be better served buying something else). While you try to find sense in it they will sell more than the Prophet rev4. Considering the inflation from the 70-80s until now its actually cheap. Visit oberheim.com for more info.The OB-X8 combines the three different voice a. You want fresh, buy a Prophet X, Hydrasynth, Modal, Eurorack modular, etc etc. Outside from subtle aesthetics, the only thing that differentiates them is price and the name that is stenciled on their faces. The OB-X was the first Oberheim synthesizer based on a single printed circuit board called a "voice card" (still using mostly discrete components) rather than the earlier SEM (Synthesizer Expander Module) used in Oberheim semi-modular systems, which had required multiple modules to achieve polyphony. Its a credit card and payments that buys a nice piece of gear.. The original OB-Xa 8-voice carried a list price of $5595 in 1980. The Tim Showbridge video wasnt on the last update. In this regard, of course the OB-X8 is worth what they are charging for it because people are purchasing it at that price. The OB-X was used in popular music by Rush (on Moving Pictures and Signals), Nena, Styx member Dennis DeYoung (used frequently from late 1979 to 1984), Queen (their first synthesizer on an album), Madonna for her debut album, Prince,[5] and Jean-Michel Jarre who used it for its "brass" sounds. But cheap electronics have definitely led to budget analog synths like the Monotron, Volcas, Minilogue, Uno, Werkstatt, various designs from b-company, etc.. by stickman Thu May 05, 2022 8:20 am, Post For many people, inexpensive soft-synths or even free soft-synths are more than what they would need as a hobbyist or for a gigging musician. SO for all you fan boys who still live in the basement of mom house, better get an second job cause once these are released they are going to go quick and the value all Tom Oberheim synths ( not matrix) will be a great investment. . Just stick to your Blehringers en TE gear boys and leave the big toys for the big boys. About This Listing. by quadrupole Thu May 05, 2022 10:43 am, Post Just about when the total in that account had exceeded $8k, two things happened that soured me on even considering the Moog One. I think Tims point was that it was the oscillator compensation algorithm that broke it. Moog One is the most complex analogue synth ever created. Nord certainly had a role like that for a while. By musicians I was referring to established artists, particularly in the EDM realm and I dont expect them to tour with such an instrument either. But that doesnt not mean a product is automatically worth what it sells for. 27:43 chord mode The Oberheim OB-X8 is a new synth design, in the same family as classic synths like the OB-X, OB-Xa and OB-8. Then again, theres a market and maybe its easier to produce and market a reissue rather than promote something innovative. This would also sound nice with the Crystalline plugin, Seems to feature a lot of things I believe that the Prophet 5/10 reissues should have included (stereo signal, arpeggiator, more than 200 memory slots, etc). Some fans have been waiting more than 40 years for this legendary analog synth sound to return, but the OB-XE . Are you trying to say that in the 2010s, tiny bands play tiny analog synths really poorly and therefore we dont need good instruments?! Large plastic cases are not economically feasible unless youre making tens of thousands of units. To be fair, Oberheim synths have always been on the expensive side. That said, there is also a boutique aspect to this product; because of the price, it will not sell tens of thousands of units like the Korg volca series. The electronics are considerably cheaper than they once were. But the OB-XA, OB-8, OV-X are some of the greatest of all time. Ive never actually ever played one. Update: Official details are now available for the Oberheim OB-X8. Also why is it as soon as a synth is released its a classic, the way people use that term, everything is a classic. I think it is a good retro synth! Its an 8-voice analog design, with discrete SEM/OB-X VCOs, Curtis filters and envelopes based on the originals. Oh dear. Release both levers to the middle position, then press WRITE. $5,000 is very low compared to many stringed and other instruments. Over $4K and buyers lined up for miles. i didnt say anything about pianos, Probably all the synthpop bands do use synths on stage. Some wrote sentiments like, I really cant afford it but when buying a synth using a credit card.. what an odd thing to ask. The OB-X8 is the reincarnation of the extraordinary OB-series of polyphonic analogue synthesisers released in the mid 1980s, and combines the three different voice architectures of the OB-X, OB-Xa, and OB-8 into a single instrument. by syzygywell Thu May 05, 2022 9:57 am, Post Im nearing retirement from my day job, so Ill have more time to spend creating. Tom and Marcus are true gentlemen in an industry sorely lacking such. Please complete the details below to receive the latest news by email. Could the Oberheim OB-X8 the greatest synthesizer Tom Oberheim has ever designed? btw US $5K IS a lot of money for a synth no matter who makes it. As for the price, yes, it is overpriced, I would venture to say by at least $1k. The beautiful looking synth comes with a 61-key Fatar keyboard with channel aftertouch and check out those walnut end cheeks. No it can not, it wont run any computer games, Its a musical instrument, but you can play the theme of Crysis. Update: Official details are now available for the Oberheim OB-X8. The moon is very dry yet moon rocks actually contain tiny amounts of lunar water, verified by hydrogen isotopes; this was not evident a half century ago when instruments were not as sensitive. I am ok with that. Digital synths have largely turned into software, and many good software synths are cheap if not actually free, mirroring the computer/software revolution. Now, jump ahead 46 years and compare todays computer to todays polyphonic analog synthesizer in terms of how far theyve come. Its obvious i talk about my personal preference here not the people who ever that may be. And a new chapter is about to begin. I will absolutely be getting one of these! not worth 5000$ today. But it does sound gorgeous.. Until then, I will be continuing to seriously enjoy noodling with the Gforce OB synth plugin which is honestly absolutely incredible sounding. Please reread what I said, and please put it in context with everything else that I have said in this thread that was negative toward the OB-X8. I mean, anyone using Serum can only make music that sounds like its from 2014, right! I agree with Starsky, why on Earth not have some more buttons and knobs instead? 35:11 sound demos. Its like as a guitar player, why do I need a Les Paul when I can get a great know off for why cheap. "It's an extremely expensive bit of kit . by OurDarkness Thu May 05, 2022 6:16 am, Post There is always a tiny % of technical, high skilled, deep diving users that will say synth X is better than synth Y, but therye an exception. 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So although we feel these synths are obscenely expensive, they really are more affordable than ever. The Oberheim OB-X8 combines the three different voice architectures of the classic OB-X , OB-Xa, and OB-8 synths into a single instrument. They also say, Discrete SEM-lineage VCFs.. Even the 4-voice model was expensive at US$4,595. It will be perfect for people that are nostalgic about old-school synths, but dont want to invest in an old-school synth. Companies will continue to release outrageously priced pieces of equipment as long as consumers are dumb enough to purchase them when there are (or will be) more than acceptable alternatives available at much lower prices. The dual filters, plus access to hi-pass, bandpass, notch modes, and bi-timbrality really make it very attractive to me even though I own an original OBX.. Im in Lets try an experiment mode, which is quite undirected.The next stage is a flow state where Im just fiddling with things. Suggesting that this is because buyers are dumb indicates either profound ignorance or an over-inflated ego. The last update made the synth sing! Apples and oranges. Its musicians that have the discipline to make shit happen, instead of whining like little bitches. The point of each product is to do what it does well, not what another synth already can do. but to those it has meaning it is a wonderful gift for Tom and the team to reissue this with some modern enhancements. This is more of a vanity piece for a niche group of enthusiasts to show off to others within the niche group. The filter updates are really key imho. Some funky wealthy ppl from the 70s who play the keys well is where this goes! The synth is bi-timbral letting you play two presets at once for splits or layers. So, since you didnt specifically say do you have a Moog One and can you attest to the fact that the phase issue in the oscillator compensation demonstrated by Shoebridge in the video is, in fact, fixed? Use these to make the OB-X8 whisper, growl, or . The $39 soft-synth that I recently purchased not only sounds fantastic, it is far more versatile than those synths from back in the day. Im not a collector. I think people should be asking why that particular sound is in such high demand and why the used market for synths of that era still suggests that it cannot me replicated today. Yes, its expensive. Cost & space issues aside, VST and Eurorack heads take heed bcos this things gonna make those mediums seem almost toylike sonically folks. Oberheims have always been pricey because they are not mass produced. If you want an OBX sound from the original then plop down 10-15K and buy one. Overview of main functions I San Francisco, CA - July 25, 2022 - Oberheim today began shipping the OB-X8: an eight-voice polyphonic analog synth that combines the classic sound and key features of the legendary OB-X, OB-Xa, and OB-8 products from the 1980s - including all of the original presets that gave them their signature sounds. And I have to give credit to Sequential for introducing their own cheaper/smaller format Prophet-5 derivative in the form of the Take 5. 5000 dollars gets you a Kyma system Unless somebody here that actually has one has tested for that exact problem, Ill wait for Shoebridge to respond before I will be willing to give Moog the benefit of the doubt. TomO.s back around town kids, alive & well as well as his legacy nonetheless. 'Page 2' functions (plus new ones made . I agree. I dont understand you, your personal preference is not like mine, saying just not for me will not help you! Fully understand Mr Oberheim fulfilling his dream. decay, sustain, release) filter and volume envelopes give shape to the harmonics and . Its musicians that have the discipline to make @#$% happen, instead of whining like little &%$#@!*. Collectors and oldie fans yes! But neither to land nor anybody else seems to try. 400-plus factory programs, including the full set of factory sounds for the OB-X, OB-SX, Ob-Xa, and OB-8. Its an exciting day for Oberheim and for musicians that have been anxiously waiting for the OB-X8 since we first announced it, said company founder Tom Oberheim. And it saves me the money for an OBXa. Lots of musicians can afford high-end synths, and they sell, so theyre obviously worth it. This instrument literally has the potential to change how the power of analog sound is harnessed & perceived. OBERHEIM..When love of music just isnt enough.. The specs mention genuine Curtis filters. It is the artifact of providing a shoddy fix for their main problem (poor quality control) that made the correction worse (in some instances, like when the oscillators werent that far out of tune in the first place) than the problem it was supposed to solve. I was fortunate enough have owned the Oberheim Modular 8 Voice, OBXa and OB8. Due to the timing of the leak, it's entirely plausible that Oberheim will announce the synth in an official capacity at this week's Superbooth 2022 - more details on that to come. And of course dont forget the tech expense to keep it running. My problem with many of them (the OB-X8 probably being the most outrageous example) is the capitalization on personal or brand names as a basis for setting a price point. ^^ ARP 2600 FS reissue sold out. If you think about it, about the only memorable music produced by Oberheims was Jump, and a few Prince hits. What does it matter if theyre used on stage? For Obie vibe on the cheap, dont sleep on GForce OB-E! What does it mean? Also, even for the OB-6 (I have a Prophet 6, BTW), you are still talking about a contemporary synth which is still available new. Like with most mass produce far east product you get what you pay for, many features and big number but no quality and it does look like a knockoff of itself. LOL. A lot of whos this for comments here, and Ill tell you who its for: me. by TumeniKnobs Thu May 05, 2022 9:33 am, Post You are right it is an assumption that it is just a replica but i guess it will be that. On the other hand, how many genuine SSM2044s could possibly be left on earth? The 21st Century Oberheim? Its not dentists and collectors that buying Oberheims and Prophets and ARP 2600s. Either way for the folks with $$$. And clearly Mr Oberheim knows this. The criticism of the synth that I have continually stressed is its outrageous cost, and one that can only possibly be tolerated because of the name thats on it. Thats their crowd. Wonder what the lfos are like. No kidding, if were talking about actual moon rocks brought back by astronauts and spacecraft. Im always in one of three modes. It is a faithful recreation of all three of the classic OB-series synthesizers. What we get is a lovely big fat analogue 8 voice poly with many of the original features and character of those originals. Shame it's not discrete OTA filters like the original - I wonder how different they sound. Theyll sell out in no time and could conceivably charge whatever they wanted and it will still sell. Those that think its not worth its price, Im sure the knock-off version that Behringer will bring out will be acceptable for you. I have mixed feelings about this synthesiser and I will reserves judgement until I hear the instrument however I can say that I am disappointed with the design and aesthetics.That said, I could not be happier for Tom Oberheim and Marcus Ryle. by northerntao Thu May 05, 2022 6:46 am, Post Hello, McFly? oh now with polyphony. Cheers! 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