Oberheim TEO-5 Synth Jam | Percussive FM Arp & Ambient Textures

video upload by Sidetrack Walker

"A pure synth journey with the Oberheim TEO-5 – no talking, no overlays, just evolving textures and raw sonic movement.

This live synthesizer jam explores the rhythmic and textural possibilities of through-zero FM, snappy envelopes, and sample & hold (S&H) modulation. Starting with a tight percussive arpeggiator patch, the track moves into ambient territory midway, using the TEO-5’s built-in BBD delay with endless feedback and rich stereo reverb before returning to its rhythmic roots.

Whether you’re here for synth inspiration, immersive listening, or just want to experience the TEO-5 in action, this one’s for you.

🎧 Headphones recommended!

PS: Apologies for the less-than-ideal lighting — let’s call them lo-fi vibes by accident. The jam deserved to be shared regardless. 😉

🔍 Key patch features (for the synth community):
• Through-zero FM
• Per-step S&H mod oscillator tuning
• Percussive envelope settings
• Stereo voice spread
• BBD delay in feedback loop
• Internal reverb for lush ambience

Thanks for listening!"

Oberheim TEO-5 Bass Tip | Cancel Out Your Low End for Clean Pads!

video upload by Sidetrack Walker

"Unlock a simple phase cancellation trick on the Oberheim TEO-5 to control the low end (bass region) of your patches. In this quick, voice-over tutorial, I use a lush FM pad to demonstrate how combining triangle & square waveforms thins out the bass. Use this on pads to prevent mud, or avoid it when you want a solid low-end for bass lines.

🎧 Use headphones to hear the difference.

What you’ll see & hear:
• Phase cancellation demo on a TEO-5 FM pad
• Waveform switching to show low-end attenuation
• Why this trick helps pads sit cleanly in the mix
• Why you should avoid it for bass patches
• No external FX—just the TEO-5’s raw sound with mild limiting

Whether you’re into sound design, mixing tips, or simply love the TEO-5’s character, this quick tip will add a new tool to your synthesis workflow."

Oberheim TEO-5 | No-Talk Synth Jam & Feature Rundown & Sound Demo

video upload by Sidetrack Walker

"Looking for a no-talking synth performance & demo that’s atmospheric as well as educational? This Oberheim TEO-5 jam blends musical flow with a hands-on, captioned overview of the synth’s most compelling features.

Whether you’re here to explore the TEO-5’s sound design potential, discover its quirks and character, or just vibe to evolving textures, this video’s got you covered.

🎧 Headphones recommended. Recorded live with no external FX (except light limiting for loudness).

🔍 What’s featured in the jam:
• Continuous arpeggiator in random mode
• On-the-fly envelope shaping
• SEM-style filter-state morphing (LP to notch)
• Through-zero FM (two intervals)
• Oscillator & waveform blending
• LFO modulation of filter & pulse width
• Internal BBD delay & reverb (w/ note on digital clicks)
• Overdrive for added bite
• And more—all woven into one hypnotic, plucky improvisation.

Captions highlight what’s happening as you listen—no talking, no cacti or cats, just sound and context."