New UDO Super 8 Press Release & Pics

You've seen the SUPERBOOTH videos.

The official press release follows:

The UDO Super 8

The Super 8 is a 16-voice polyphonic, bi-timbral analog-hybrid performance synthesizer. Employing superior hands-on controls, an expressive 61-note weighted keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch and all the powerful, flexible and addictive sound of the UDO Audio family.

Overview

Introducing the next evolution in the Super series. At the core of the Super 8 is two independent binaural analog-hybrid synthesizer signal chains using UDO’s proprietary and proven synthesizer technology. With up to 16 voices of polyphony and two unique timbres each with their own independent effect chain, this instrument is analog reimagined. Like its larger sibling the Super Gemini, voices and timbral layers can be split, dualled, sequenced all at the touch of a single control.

Powered by complex FPGA digital oscillators, the Super 8 is decorated with expansive tonal features such as wave morphing, cross & ring modulation, bi-directional sync and an all-analog signal path to the output, inspired by the analog poysynth heavyweights of lore. Equipped with a 61-note semi-weighted keybed with polyphonic aftertouch, left hand performance controls and 256 performance and patch slots, 32 interchangeable waveforms and 16 sequences, the Super 8 balances power, playability and performance.

Sitting in between the Super 6 and the Super Gemini in size and power, the Super 8 puts the player first using high quality tactile control elements with our user-centric intuitive design philosophy that inspires exploration and sonic play. Adopting a similar true-stereo Binaural signal path with dual FPGAs and twin effects processors like the Gemini, and yet retaining the portability and road-friendly personality of the Super 6. The Super 8 will be a long time friend and partner in your adventures in sound.

Super. Evolved.

As the next evolution in the Super family, the 16-voice Super 8 sits confidently between the Super 6 and the Super Gemini. This synth is the distillation of the UDO philosophy of the power of play — with the dual cores and playability features of it’s bigger cousin, all in a more compact and simplified presentation — it’s the best of both worlds.


Duality in Sound

The Super 8 allows you to effortlessly transition between two independent synth layers, inspiring textural, deep and rich soundscapes at a touch. With UDO’s championed powerful, flexible and immediate sound, this synthesizer is designed to take you on a sonic journey.


Respected Tradition
Meets Cutting-Edge Innovation

Using the tried and tested UDO framework of state-of-the-art FPGA digital architecture with archetypal voltage-controlled synthesizer technology, the Super 8 is a harmonious meeting of old and new in ideas and techniques. All contained within a no-expense-spared build with the highest quality components, The Super 8 is an instrument for life.

At a Glance

Price (RRP)
€ 3,749
£ 2,995
$ 3,699

Availability
First units shipping July 2024

top-line spec
– 16 voices (8 voice in binaural mode)
– Bi-timbral
– Analog-hybrid
– 61 note semi-weighted polyphonic aftertouch keybed
– High quality control elements

Size and weight

Instrument
1040mm × 400mm × 95mm
13.4kg

Packaged
1150mm × 550mm × 230mm
18.1kg

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Checking out the UDO Super 8 Poly Synth at Superbooth 2024

video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

"Join me for a drop-in visit with UDO Audio. I'll go inside their bungalow at Superbooth 2024 to learn about the Super 6, Super 8 and Super Gemini synthesizers.

We focused on the Super 8 polyphonic synthesizer and I was really impressed with its sound, simple to understand front panel layout and features. Listen to the sounds and tell me what you think.

00:00 Titles & Preview
00:25 Intro from George Hearn, Director UDO Audio
00:54 UDO Super 6
01:19 UDO Super 8
01:35 UDO Super Gemini
02:26 Design Inspirations
03:19 Super 8 - Demonstration
09:40 Summary
10:23 Super 8 - Patch Breakdown
12:13 Manufacturing
12:37 Closing
12:52 Logo (theme music)
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https://www.anthonymarinellimusic.com

UDO Audio Super 8 Synthesizer - All Playing, No talking

video upload by Kraft Music

"Great bundle deals on UDO Super 8:
https://kraftmusic.com/collections/ud...

Adam B. from Kraft Music plays the UDO Audio Super 8 bi-timbral synthesizer, showing a variety of sounds.

UDO Audio Super 8 is a 16-voice polyphonic, bi-timbral analog-hybrid performance synthesizer with superior hands-on controls, an expressive 61-note semi weighted keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch and all the powerful, flexible and addictive sound of the UDO Audio family. At the core of Super 8 are two independent binaural analog-hybrid synthesizer signal chains using UDO's proprietary and proven synthesizer technology. Balancing power, playability and performance, Super 8 and its user-centric intuitive design philosophy inspire exploration and sonic play.

Get more for your money with an exclusive UDO Audio Super 8 16-voice bi-timbral keyboard synthesizer bundle from Kraft Music. These package deals include the accessories you'll need to get the most out of your new synth, all for one low price. If you have any questions, please contact us. Our knowledgeable Sales Advisors will be happy to assist in choosing the bundle that's right for you!"

UDO Super Gemini / Super 8 Custom Patches // Sound Demo No Talking

video upload by Devin Belanger

"Buy these patches here, they will work for either UDO SUPER 8 or SUPER GEMINI: https://shop.milesawayofficial.com/pr...

Miles Away presents 64 Custom Performances for the UDO Super 8 and Super Gemini synthesizers. These 64 curated sounds are actually 128 total patches for your synth, as each performance is made up of 2 fully playable unique sounds that can be run in single, dual or split mode. This set contains warm analog pads, complex multitimbral patches, face melting basses, sensitive keys and more, this is the world's first custom patch collection for the Super 8 and Gemini.

Blade Runner, Stranger Things, Synthwave, Film Score, Ambient, Synthjam"

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SonicLAB: UDO Audio Super 8 Binaural Dual Layer Synthesizer Review

video upload by sonicstate

"We're looking at the UDO Audio Super 8, a finely-crafted 16-voice (8 in Binaural mode) polysynth with a polyphonic aftertouch keybed and dual/split synth functions. Priced at £3,000, the Super 8 is a strong contender for your flagship synth"

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

Key Moments:
00:00:00 start
00:00:06 Intro + hardware
00:02:06 sounds
00:06:27 DDS oscillators
00:13:50 Filter
00:18:36 looping envelope 1
00:19:51 Mod matrix
00:21:03 FX
00:22:39 Delay Freeze
00:24:18 Chorus
00:26:06 Mod Matrix
00:27:11 Performance Section
00:30:48 LFO 1 HF Mode
00:32:53 Memories
00:34:08 Dual + Split
00:38:07 Sequencer
00:39:34 Conclusions

Additional UDO Super 8 posts

SUPERBOOTH 2024: UDO - Super 8

video upload by sonicstate

"George from UDO Audio *showcased the latest addition to their lineup at Superbooth 2024, the *Super 8 synthesizer. Building on their previous releases, the Super 8 aims to strike a balance between power and portability, sitting comfortably between the Super 6 and the Gemini. With 16 voices and a focus on playability and performance, this new synth offers a versatile range of sounds and capabilities.

Featuring a dual-layer architecture with independent effects per layer, the Super 8 delivers a warm and analog feel with a touch-sensitive poly aftertouch keyboard."

Breath of the clouds | Peaceful ambient music with UDO Super 6

video upload by MIDERA

"Today I had a chance to test out a UDO Super 6 when a friend (Avery) visited. They wanted to check out my Jupiter 6 and borrow a friend's synth which was stowed away at my place for a while. They were kind enough to bring the Super 6 along for the ride.

So what did I think of the Super 6? It's a bit hard to say honestly, if only because it was in my studio for about an hour and I only really messed with it for about 20 minutes total, including playing this.

I found the naming convention similar to that of the DW8000 - where things were sort of not easy to understand right away - like MG for LFO (on the DW and I'm sure other Korg's of the era). Whatever, it's more on me for not understanding that aspect.

I did have this weird sort of thinking that... I actually think the System 8 held up really well - and strangely, I actually am starting to think maybe I like how my System 8 looks. How can this even happen... I don't know. I think once you start bonding with things, even if they don't look great they still are really unique in other ways.

That said, obviously the System 8 is sort of on a lower tier than the Super 6 in terms of build quality and everything else.

I will say that I could understand someone parting with a Jupiter 6, Juno 6/60/106, and System 8 in order to grab the Super 6. It really does a lot of those things well. I am actually wondering why not sell the Jupiter 6 for the Super 6.

So now that's point number 2 - how does the Jupiter 6 compare? Well... I think I'll need to sleep on that. Maybe I'll write something similar with the Jupiter 6 and see how I feel about it. I will say that there is an incredible amount of overlap on the two.

I think the Jupiter 6 looks cooler though :P

And something that I tried to hide (because it showed up at the beginning and I removed it) and did hear somewhat throughout this video... I could hear clicking when I pressed the keys even when the attack was set to very slow. I wonder what that's about or if it's some weird thing with the delay? I don't know."

U.D.O. SUPER GEMINI & SUPER 6 live performance

video upload by synthlegends

"Live Performance of the U.D.O. Super Gemini in Split mode (first tune) and Dual mode (second tune) plus the Super 6. So I played live three sounds.

The first tune is a 90 ies style rave track with super saw arpeggio and fat octabass sound on Super Gemini plus reso sweep sound on the super 6.

The second tune is a layered piano acompaning with the super 6 arpeggio."

UDO SUPER GEMINI custom performances - no talking

video upload by synthlegends

"In this video I demonstrate my own programmed presets and also one or two factory presets. I played them mainly in DUAL MODE, so I used two presets and layered them. I recorded them via both output pairs for upper and lower sound directly in the audio interface without additional processing or FX. The SUPER GEMINI is a very flexible and great sounding hybrid synthesiser with a lot of insane performance and live tweaking possibilities. You can use up to 8 pedals, the touch strip and a poly aftertouch keyboard for multiple routings. Thanks for watching this video, hope till the ende, because it is quite long."

SUPERBOOTH24: UDO Audio Super 8

video upload by Sound On Sound magazine

"UDO Audio showed us a keyboard upgrade and limited edition desktop version of the Super 6, as well as the brand new Super 8 synthesizer which sits in the middle ground between the Super 6 and the Super Gemini."

00:00 - Intro
00:19 - Super 6 Firmware & Keyboard Upgrade
00:54 - Super 8
02:45 - Super 8 SOUND DEMO

UDO Super 8 - Hazel Mills' First Impressions

video upload by UDO Audio

"Hazel Meets The Super 8

We sent Hazel one of our prototype builds of our new instrument, the Super 8. We wanted her to capture her first impressions of the synth, and take a little dive into the sonic possibilities, and I think we can all agree the sounds she built from scratch are nothing short of outstanding.

More from Hazel here:
https://www.hazelmills.com/"

UDO Super 8 - Resonance self-oscillation

video upload by UDO Audio

"Welcome back for another useful UDO hack! This time, Hazel is demonstrating how you can use the filter as an oscillator on your UDO instrument.

Hazel expertly demonstrates this on our new Super 8, but it’s also possible on any of our 'Super Series' synthesizers using the same method—give it a try!

More from Hazel here:
https://www.hazelmills.com/"

UDO Super 8 // Sounding Lush

video upload by Starsky Carr

"A sounds only demo of the UDO Synthesizers Super 8 Synth. It sits between the Super 6 and the Super Gemini in the line-up, having a few extras to the Super 6 but without the additional set of controls we get on the Super Gemini.

All 3 synths use effectively the same engine with a few minor tweaks (I've a demo coming this week so keep an eye out for it).. so all of them can create all these tones."

Which one is for you? UDO Super6 or Super8 .. or Gemini?

video upload by Starsky Carr

"While I've got these 2 UDO synths 2 in the studio I thought I'd put them together. Thy are very similar. The Super 6 costs less, has 4 octaves but longer sliders. The Super 8 has an amazing keyboard, more voices and a couple of extras.

i thought sonically they would be the same, but the filter is different. It's more resonant on the Super 8 and the modulation amount is much greater ... much more like my Jupiter6. Something I noticed when I put the Super6 and the Jupiter 6 together was less mod. This has been improved... loads better!

My overall takehome is -- if you're a keyboard player (not tweaker) it's the Super8 all day long. The Super 6 fits neater on my rack, and still has the poly aftertouch with the upgraded keyboard. I'm so fickle the Super 8 caught my eye as it looks more like my Jupiter 6 - the dimensions have a real classic feel. Being practical I should keep the Super 6, but who's lead by their head not their heart? ;)"

NAMM 2025: UDO Super 8 - Sounds Only

video upload by sonicstate

"Jim Heywood from Earmonkey Music explores the UDO Super 8 on the show floor"

This Synth's Movement is NEXT LEVEL - UDO Audio Super 8 in Action!

video upload by Hand in Hand Distribution

"The @udo_audio Super 8 proudly upholds the prestigious legacy set by its predecessors—the mind-blowing Super Gemini and the iconic Super 6.

With 16 voices, dual layers, and the unmatched playability of its bigger brother, the Super 8 delivers all of this in a sleek, more compact form.

It effortlessly sculpts sound, pulling you into a creative flow so immersive, you’ll lose track of time. Before long, hours will vanish, and you’ll find yourself grinning ear to ear.

That’s the magic of the UDO sound.

We highly suggest wearing headphones for the best experience."

UDO Super Gemini - A modern classic synthesizer...

video upload by RJ Thompson

"The UDO Super Gemini came into my life in 2024, and it has firmly found its place as my favourite instrument in my studio.

So much so that James (keys player) and I thought we'd put together a short demo... the first we've ever done for any instrument.

I've created a bunch of custom patches, nostalgic and cinematic, for the Gemini (also compatible with the Super 8). I'll be releasing them as a preset pack soon. All patches are only utilising a SINGLE layer of the Gemini... imagine what can be achieved by combining patches on both layers.

I'm not affiliated with UDO and I don't get any financial benefit from demoing this synth, but if you're interested in buying one, here are some links below..."

UDO Super 8 - Hazel's Evolving Sounds

video upload by UDO Audio

"Ready to take your sound design to another level? With a powerful bi-timbral sound engine, the Super 8 and Super Gemini let you trigger two separate sound layers at once — opening up endless possibilities for layered, complex performances. Plug in and join Hazel alongside this latest video as she shows you how to create these epic sounds!

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
01:19 - Overview: Main Components
02:39 - Perf 1: Lower Layer Breakdown
04:10 - Perf 1: Upper Layer Breakdown
07:23 - Perf 1: Demo
08:49 - Perf 2: Demo
09:37 - Perf 2: Lower Layer Breakdown
11:25 - Perf 2: Upper Layer Breakdown
12:43 - More Sounds: Improvisations
16:12 - Outro

More from Hazel here:
https://www.hazelmills.com/"

UDO Super 8 - The Sequencer

video upload by UDO Audio

"One of the standout features of both the Super 8 and Super Gemini is how seamlessly you can blend their layers to create rich, complex sounds and performances. A great way to explore this potential is by using the built-in sequencer, as Hazel skillfully demonstrates in this video. By playing the layers against each other and tweaking how they interact using controls like clock division and the keyboard’s split function, you can discover just how expressive, powerful, and enjoyable these instruments are to play.

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:38 Recording a Sequence
01:56 Playing over a Sequence
02:46 Arpeggiator over a Sequence
03:47 Getting More out of your Sequence
04:49 Unpredictable Sequence Programming
06:16 Manipulating Dual Layers
08:32 Reprogramming Sequences During Performance
12:13 Transposing in Real Time
13:28 Dual Sequence Transposing

More from Hazel here:
https://www.hazelmills.com/"

UDO Super 6 | Haze Bloom | Patch Set

video upload by Zeeshan Tariq

"64 Custom Patches for the UDO Super 6 Hybrid Synthesizer

👉🏽Download the Haze Bloom Patch Set here:
https://zeeshantar1q.gumroad.com/l/ud...

Crafted for ambient, cinematic, and electronic compositions, the Haze Bloom Patch Set harnesses the unique sonic character of the UDO Super 6, shaping its hybrid analog-digital architecture into a palette of warmth, depth, and haze.

Let the bloom rise!

Video Patch List:-

0:00 - Chimey Grimey
0:27 - PTV_Drama
1:08 - Jhoolay
1:51 - Makhlookiat
2:31 - Mehekma E Junglaat
2:59 - Nuqsanpura
3:54 - Lohaar Bazaar
4:36 - Winter's Sun
5:22 - Touch_Play
6:01 - Blue Tine Sky
6:38 - Buckle Downtown
7:01 - Tim Tim A
7:42 - Khalaai
8:36 - Rim Jhim Star
9:06 - Hijrat
9:53 - Muddat"

A Chat With Cuckoo - And A Synth Jam With UDO Super Gemini and Super 8

video upload by sonicstate

Dragons & fireflies.

"We had a visit from ‪@truecuckoo‬ who's in town for the Elevator Sound Machina Bristronica Show this weekend where he is both performing and speaking. As we were lucky enough to have a pair of ‪@udo_audio‬ synths in, the Super Gemini and the Super 8, we put them back to back and had a chat and a noodle."