Joda, vi har skjønt at det var noe på gang. Vi skrev nylig en artikkel om at GForce hadde lagt ut en video på Youtube om den klassiske synthen Oberheim OB-1 fra 1978. Vi spekulerte i om det kunne tenkes at dette egentlig var en teaser for et kommende produkt. Det hadde vi rett i.
Nå er den altså her i software-utgave: hils på GForce Oberheim OB-1. Både historien bak og promovideo for GForce finner du nedenfor. GForce OB-1 er utviklet i samarbeid med Oberheim.
It’s incredible that the hardware Oberheim OB-1 has remained under the radar for so long. With the GForce OB-1 emulation, designed in collaboration with Oberheim, we’re bringing this classic synth to the fore. The GForce Oberheim OB-1 broadens the Oberheim sound palette in ways that we believe will see it become a big favourite among techno and electro producers and underground artists, as well as composers for its character and anyone cherishing vintage analogue tones. Its rich, aggressive sound and expansive feature set make it an essential hustler. ASTOUNDING, ANGRY, ALMIGHTY.
– GForce Software
Her er noen hovedpunkter:
- An authentic-sounding emulation of the 1978 Oberheim OB-1
- Developed in collaboration with Oberheim
- Unique 2-pole or 4-pole filter.
- Unique Waveshaping possibilities
- Vast modulation options via Force X-Modifiers
- Fully-scalable Ul
- Note Pan Modes
- Over 300 presets
- Powerful Preset Browser
- High-Pass Filter, Chorus, Delay and Reverb effects
- Four programmable Macros.
- Arpeggiator and Sequencer including macro4 automation
- Mono Unison, Legato and Poly Modes, up to 16 voices
- Programmable Velocity Response, Poly Aftertouch & Poly Pitchbend
Pluggen finnes for både macOS(Intel og Apple Silicon) og Windows, i flg. formater: VST, VST3, AAX og AU. Finnes og så som standalone app, så du trenger ikke å fyre opp DAW´en din for å bruke den.
GForce har benyttet de moderne mulighetene man har i dag til å gi sin nye synth noen kraftige forbedringer, fremfor «bare» å lage en hyllest til en klassiker. Her er hva de sier om dette:
Enhanced Signal Path: The OB-1 retains the authentic, rich tones of the original while benefiting from a new waveform alongside waveshape modulation, discreet level for the oscillators, sub and noise, LFO sync & retrig, Envelope looping, discreet key tracking, cross-mod, pan spread and more.
Polyphony up to 16 Voices and Unison: Unlike the monophonic original, we’ve added polyphony and mono unison.
X-Modifier: Unlocks unparalleled creative possibilities by enabling direct modulation of most parameters, transforming your sonic landscape with ease.
High Pass Filter: This addition allows for more precise control over the frequency spectrum, enabling cleaner mixes and more intricate sound design.
Chorus, Delay, and Reverb Effects: Integrated effects expand the sonic palette, allowing for lush, atmospheric, and dynamic soundscapes.
Four Versatile Macros: These provide real-time control over key parameters, enhancing expressive performance and sound customization. Macro4 can be modulated by the sequencer. This can get very creative.
Built-in Arpeggiator and Sequencer: These tools make it easy to create dynamic rhythmic and melodic patterns, adding depth and complexity to your music. The sequencer features individual step length and probability, as well as a track dedicated to sequencing Macro4.
Advanced Patch Browser: Quickly find and customize the perfect sound from a vast preset library, streamlining the creative process.
Introduksjonsprisen er £49.99, ordinær pris er £99.99. Det finnes en 7 dagers demo tilgjengelig (med litt begrenset utvalg patcher ca. 130 av 300).
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Historien bak Oberheim OB-1
