Synth 101: All You Need to Know to Choose Your First Synth

Описание: You're buying your first synthesizer. Where do you begin? Dive into the magical world of synths. You'll learn the history of synths, useful terminology, the difference between analog and digital, and how each kind of synth works. Gabe goes beyond simply listing what synth to buy: these tips will help you consider which is right for you.

Monophonic Synthesizers
Novation Bass Station II Monophonic Analog Synthesizer: http://bit.ly/457jL0j
Korg MS-20 Mini - Monophonic Analog Synthesizer: https://bhpho.to/3GPCBQe
Moog Messenger Monophonic Analog Synthesizer: https://bhpho.to/4eQ6CvU

Polyphonic Synthesizers
Oberheim TEO-5 Analog Synthesizer Keyboard: https://bhpho.to/44MYnfu
Dreadbox Nymphes 6-Voice Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer: https://bhpho.to/3GS7jIt
Arturia MiniFreak 6-Voice Spontaneous Algorithmic Synthesizer: https://bhpho.to/44xwqcO
Korg Multi/Poly Analog-Modeling Synthesizer: https://bhpho.to/4lHwMUf

Pocket Synthesizers
Korg Volca Keys Analog Loop Synthesizer: https://bhpho.to/4lzL616
Korg Volca Nubass Vacuum Tube Synthesizer with 16-Step Sequencer: https://bhpho.to/3GIopss
Cre8audio East Beast Analog East-Coast-Style Semimodular Synthesizer: https://bhpho.to/3Ive6sd
teenage engineering OP-1 Field Portable Synthesizer Workstation: https://bhpho.to/46gjSI8
teenage engineering OP-XY Dynamic Performance Sequencer, Synthesizer, and Sampling Workstation: https://bhpho.to/3Izo1gd

Semi-Modular Synthesizers
Moog Labyrinth Parallel Generative Analog Synthesizer (60 HP) https://bhpho.to/4kOlJHD
Moog Spectravox Semi-Modular Analog Spectral Processor: https://bhpho.to/3IuX2Cv
Pittsburgh Modular Taiga Analog Desktop Paraphonic Semimodular Synthesizer with Eurorack Compatibility: https://bhpho.to/4nQAMDm

Flagship Synthseizers
MELBOURNE INSTRUMENTS NINA 12-Voice Analog Polyphonic Multitimbral Synthesizer with Motorized Controls: https://bhpho.to/46RVVH4
EXPRESSIVE E Osmose 49-Key Synthesizer and MPE Controller: https://bhpho.to/4eSxtHH
Arturia PolyBrute 12 MPE Analog Synthesizer: https://bhpho.to/40XRpTE

Modular Setup
intellijel Quadrax Quad Function/Burst Generator/LFO with CV Matrix Eurorack Module (14 HP) https://bhpho.to/4535z8B
Erica Synths Black VCO2 Eurorack Module (12 HP) https://bhpho.to/3IyTtLG
Erica Synths Black Quad VCA2 4-Channel VCA Eurorack Module (10 HP) https://bhpho.to/3IzphzX
Erica Synths Pico Sequencer Eurorack Module (3 HP) https://bhpho.to/4m2Byf0
Tiptop Forbidden Planet Analog Multimode Filter Eurorack Module (8 HP, Black) https://bhpho.to/46ecEEv
Tiptop Z5000 Multi-Effects Processor Eurorack Module (8 HP, Black) https://bhpho.to/44Htxoo
4ms Listen IO Eurorack Module: https://bhpho.to/4lUKfYr
4ms Pod64X Powered Eurorack Case (64 HP) https://bhpho.to/3IrCXxb

Software Synths
Arturia Pigments 6: https://bhpho.to/44K6hHX
Arturia V Collection 11 Pro License: https://bhpho.to/4lrHs9r
Native Instruments Massive X Synthesizer Virtual Instrument: https://bhpho.to/4kBvzMN

0:00 In This Video
0:29 A Synth Interlude
2:08 History of Synths
5:11 Synth Terminology
8:29 Analog vs. Digital
11:23 Hybrid Synths
11:53 Semi-Modular & Modular Synths
12:40 Software Synths
13:20 What to Consider Before Buying
16:08 What is MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression)?
18:16 Hardware Synth Line Up
23:30 Software Synth Line Up
24:11 Before You Make Your Final Choice (Some Tips)
26:08 Final Thoughts

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