Anticipation

Sacred Synthesis · « **on:** January 21, 2016, 12:15:40 PM »

Now that I think about it, that "Portamento" hint that Chris gave us was an excellent choice. It signaled an outside influence on DSI. We actually were getting close to an Oberheim-ish conclusion.

It's early, but I won't hesitate to say I'm onboard for this one. I'm very impressed with the sound. Dave said it himself: "It sounds completely different than a Prophet 6".

dslsynth · « **Reply #1 on:** January 21, 2016, 12:26:37 PM »

The sound is indeed very very nice. Just imagine what a four pole state variable multi-mode filter could bring to the table when combined with modern modulation features. There are lots of sonic potential in these classic circuit designs.

I have the feeling that some people reacted with loud wows at the announcement of Prophet-6 whereas OB-6 sounds almost better but is a now well established concept and hence not as new. Wonder if OB-6 will get more or less press attention than Prophet-6 got?

Anyway, I really like the sound of OB-6. Certainly sold but not buying!

Sacred Synthesis · « **Reply #2 on:** January 21, 2016, 12:34:20 PM »

That's what it comes down to. If some one is wondering what's the big difference between the Prophet-6 and the OB-6, it's primarily the sound. I think there's a more substantial tonal difference between the P-6 and the OB-6 than between the P-6 and the P'08. I mean, I've only heard two videos so far, but already the difference is clear to my ears. Surely, this will effect P6 sales.

dslsynth · « **Reply #3 on:** January 21, 2016, 12:38:36 PM »

The sonic impact of state variable filters. Simple as that! We need more advanced filters in modern day synthesizers.

Sacred Synthesis · « **Reply #4 on:** January 21, 2016, 01:10:17 PM »

Your point is proven. But I've never used an Oberheim filter, so I've got some learning to do.

dslsynth · « **Reply #5 on:** January 21, 2016, 01:49:56 PM »

What we all have been waiting for: https://youtu.be/yUb5FO4jO90?t=14s

eXode · « **Reply #6 on:** January 21, 2016, 01:55:15 PM »

Just heard this little demo: https://soundcloud.com/davesmithinstruments/ob-6-filter-delight

Amazing, it has a completely different sheen and air to it compared to the Prophet-6. Really luxurious sound.

Sacred Synthesis · « **Reply #7 on:** January 21, 2016, 01:55:27 PM »

Shipping next month.

dslsynth · « **Reply #8 on:** January 21, 2016, 01:59:47 PM »

Gotta save up fast! ;-)

DavidDever · « **Reply #9 on:** January 21, 2016, 02:18:52 PM »

Great thing is - if you've got a Pro-2, you get both filters (SEM from OB-6 and SSM-style from Prophet-6) - which is itself prescient!

eXode · « **Reply #10 on:** January 21, 2016, 02:37:48 PM »

Was this posted already? It's magical to me anyway.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bdnh0C3UpRQ

DavidDever · « **Reply #11 on:** January 21, 2016, 03:01:33 PM »

The look does remind me of the Access Matrix programmer, in a not-so-subtle way:

danx · « **Reply #12 on:** January 21, 2016, 03:23:22 PM »

Don't need the keyboard at all so I'll wait for the module.

Paul Dither · « **Reply #13 on:** January 21, 2016, 07:13:54 PM »

Dunno if that is of any help, but since there have been various comments on here and elsewhere about the relationship between the Prophet-6 and the OB-6, I created a table based on the specs.

chysn · « **Reply #14 on:** January 21, 2016, 07:44:54 PM »

Quote from: Paul Dither on January 21, 2016, 07:13:54 PM

Dunno if that is of any help, but since there have been various comments on here and elsewhere about the relationship between the Prophet-6 and the OB-6, I created a table based on the specs.

This is great work, thank you.

Filter mode as a modulation destination is nifty.

Sacred Synthesis · « **Reply #15 on:** January 21, 2016, 10:03:35 PM »

Quote from: Paul Dither on January 21, 2016, 07:13:54 PM

Dunno if that is of any help, but since there have been various comments on here and elsewhere about the relationship between the Prophet-6 and the OB-6, I created a table based on the specs.

Great work, Paul. I haven't had a chance to study the specs. Now I can print this out and go through them. Thanks very much.

Paul Dither · « **Reply #16 on:** January 22, 2016, 07:11:30 AM »

Glad to be of help.

Here's another video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drhV9H47ZJI

vinnyburns1@mac.com · « **Reply #17 on:** January 22, 2016, 09:34:09 AM »

I think it sounds and looks brilliant. But yet again, I see they scrimped on the keyboard length. Why not 61 keys? I don't buy the 'easily portable' nonsense. :-(
Always a fly in the ointment. Also, they should have done an 8 voice. The first person to recreate an OBX-a or OB-8 will clean up Although, this does sound excellent and I think will sell better than the Pro 6.
If this was 8 voice and 61 key, I would be getting it. No doubt about it.
Hope this 'form factor' does not hinder every synth they put out from now on.
I didn't want to be negative, it just seems such a waste that they worked together on this and limited themselves to the pro 6 form factor and voice count.

BobTheDog · « **Reply #18 on:** January 22, 2016, 11:21:44 AM »

i'd be more worried about the lack of modulation rather then the lack of keys.

BobTheDog · « **Reply #19 on:** January 22, 2016, 11:22:19 AM »

Although it does sound rather nice.

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