Prophet X Boasts New OS and Robust Third-Party Support

via Sequential

San Francisco, CA—Feb 13, 2020 — Sequential today announced several developments that have enhanced their flagship hybrid samples+synthesis keyboard, the Prophet X. These include a new OS, two full-featured third-party sample editing applications, and several add-on sample libraries from 8Dio and other sound developers.

The new 2.2 OS adds several user-requested features including 24 additional User Sample Groups, support for crossfades on forward-backward loops, and the capability to modulate between tempo-synced LFO values. The new features build on an already-powerful foundation of sound shaping tools and the fusion of samples and synthesis. The new OS is designed for both the Prophet X and Prophet XL and can be downloaded from the Prophet X/ XL support page on Sequential’s website.

Another significant development for the synthesizer, which supports up to 50 GB of user-created sample content, is the availability of two powerful third-party sample creation/editing tools. The first, PXToolkit, is a free application from developer ThinkerSnacks which offers drag and drop file creation with automatic extraction of pitch and loop metadata from .WAV files, as well as support for multi-sampled instruments, multiple velocity layers per key, and round-robin sample selection and playback. The software can be downloaded free of charge from the ThinkerSnack website.

The second tool, SAMPLEROBOT Pro 6.5 from Skylife, brings Prophet X support to their popular and highly-acclaimed auto-sampling and sample editing application. It supports multi-sampled instruments, multiple velocity layers per key and powerful looping and editing tools. The software is available for purchase from Skylife’s website.

Also noteworthy is the abundance of third-party add-on sample packs that can be imported into the Prophet X and manipulated as part of its hybid sound engine. The most prolific among the various sound developers creating content for the synthesizer is 8Dio, with eight Prophet X-specific products to date. These include deep-sampled versions of vintage instruments such as the Yamaha CP70, ARP 2600, Oberheim OB-X, Sequential Prophet-5 and T-8, Roland Jupiter 4, and Moog Prodigy and Minimoog Model D synths.

Add-On packs from other developers include:
- Replicants from Modulatable Synthesis (samples of the Deckard’s Dream poly synth)
- The 9000 Foot Piano from Pianobook (samples of a renowned Yamaha grand piano)
- BlueWave from Goldbaby (samples of the PPG Wave 2.2)
- VCO Pack from ThinkerSnacks VCO samples from the Neutron, OB-6, Dreadbox Erebus, and Moog Voyager)

“We’re excited about the support that the Prophet X is getting from third-party developers. Clearly they feel, as we do, that it’s a hugely powerful synth with incredible potential,” commented Dave Smith. “Having access to these new editing tools and add-on sample packs makes an already-awesome musical tool even more versatile. ”

The Prophet X has garnered critical acclaim for its sonic versatility and sound design capabilities through its substantial internal library of 150 GB of sample content as well as its ability to import up to 50 GB of additional user samples and add-on content from sound developers.

All sample content can be manipulated by the Prophet X sound engine, which powers two simultaneous sample-based instruments plus two high-resolution digital oscillators, with a full complement of traditional synthesis tools, all processed through analog filters. Dual digital effects and a 64-step polyphonic sequencer round out the package. In standard performance mode, the instrument provides bi-timbral, 8-voice stereo, or 16-voice mono operation. Thirty-two-voice performance mode allows paraphonic filter operation when using a single sampled instrument and oscillator.

https://www.sequential.com/updating-prophet-x-os/

SP1200 Collection - Sample Pack by Goldbaby

Published on Nov 18, 2019 GoldbabySamples

For more audio demos and info: http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/sp1200c.html

"Return of the Boom bap. The SP1200 and SP12 are legendary 12 bit samplers that were pivotal to the development of Hip Hop production. Their gritty warm sound is still sought after today.

As with the new MPC60 Collection I have gathered all the samples from the old SP1200 Vol 1 and 2. Many of these have been re-tuned and remastered. Plus I have added a whole heap of fresh new samples, dirty warm drums, tasty synths, FX and instruments. You get drum machines, real drums and percussion, vinyl style drums, synth FX, synth keys, synth chords and hits, vox sounds and more... the SPs were hungry so I took them to an all you can eat buffet!

It's time to get skilled in the trade of that old boom bap!

4140 x 24 bit samples recorded from the SP1200 and SP12 through high end studio gear. With kits for Maschine, Battery, Kontakt, Ableton Live, EXS24 and Geist. Also available as 16 bit wav for some hardware samples.

Those who already own the SP1200 Vol 1 and Vol 2 are entitled to a substantial discount. Each pack owned will get $15 off... so if you have bought both you can get the SP1200 Collection for only $9. Contact me with your proof of purchase via the contact page to get the discount."

Prophet X with PPG Wave 2.2 samples

Published on Jun 23, 2019 GoldbabySamples

"The Prophet X with PPG Wave 2.2 samples. Get them here: http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/bluewave.html
Play in HD for best sound quality."

BlueWave Synth

Published on May 22, 2019 GoldbabySamples

"Synth pack created with the PPG Wave 2.2 recorded through high end studio gear. http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/bluewave.html Lovely fizzy, warm synth sounds that only an 8 bit wavetable through analog filter could make! With patches for Ableton Live, EXS-24, Kontakt (with GUI) and TAL-Sampler."

Goldbaby BlueWave PPG Sample Pack Teaser

Published on Mar 3, 2019 GoldbabySamples

"BlueWave, a new sampled synth pack by Goldbaby. Coming soon..."

StompBox808

Published on Jun 25, 2018 GoldbabySamples

"This pack is available now: http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/stompbox808..."

"I have been using guitar pedals for sound design for many years. Distortion, fuzz, overdive, filtering, reverb, chorus, all manner of different pitch modulation, octave generators and Lofi FX. I don't know why I didn't think of this doing pack before... the 808 through these boxes is a sonic wonderland of drum goodness.

This pack contains a varied and useful palette of new 808 sounds. Not just full on distortion (although there is plenty) but also subtle saturation and new punchy, warm tones that you can only get through these wonderful little analog and digital stomp boxes. Also included are some crazy/weird drum sounds that you wouldn't even think came from an 808.

Chromatic kicks, congas and toms are mapped and tuned so you can play them on your keyboard (EXS-24, Kontakt and Maschine). All the samples are logically labeled and organised. With kits for Maschine, Geist, Battery, Kontakt and EXS-24. I have even created a PDF with all the kick and conga drum tuning info for those who don't have the software formats I have included."

Octatrack 808 & 909 Sample Pack Demo

Published on Apr 11, 2018 Synth & Sundry

"Octatrack sampler demoing the preloaded parts, patterns and scenes from Goldbaby's Caught on Tape 808+909 sample pack.
Really punchy and versatile drum sounds from Roland classic drum machines and the demo bank is a wonderful way to get a taste of the sonic potential of not just the samples but also the Octatrack itself.

https://www.elektron.se/soundpacks/ca..."

MPC60 Collection

Published on Mar 14, 2018 GoldbabySamples

http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/mpc60c.html

"I love the MPC60! Still get some of my most punchy drums from this beast! 12 bits of classic Akai sampling legend. Thousands of samples have passed through my beige wonder sampler, so it isn't surprising I had to revisit this drum machine again. I have collected all the samples from the MPC60 Vol 1 to 3 then re-tuned and remastered a lot of them. Plus I added a whole heap of fresh new samples, more warm and punchy drums, super tasty synths, useful FX and inspiring hits and chords.

2922 x 24 bit samples recorded from the MPC60 through high end studio gear. With kits for Maschine, Battery, Kontakt, Ableton Live, EXS24 and Geist. Also available as 16 bit wav for some hardware samples."

Big Little Tonic Sample Pack from Goldbaby

Published on Nov 23, 2017 GoldbabySamples

"Big Little Tonic sample pack. Available now here: http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/blt.html"

"It’s not a small calculator, it’s a huge drum machine! The PO32 is the amazing collaboration between Teenage Engineering and Sonic Charge. A hardware drum machine that, when paired with it’s older brother the legendary software MicroTonic, can create almost unlimited drum sounds. Once loaded on the PO32 these sounds are raw, punchy and have a unique character all their own!

At first I was developing a sample pack based on a collection of mini hardware drum machines. However it soon became apparent that the PO32 deserved it’s own pack!

775 x 24 bit wav samples including drums, FX and even a few synth and bass sounds. All recorded through various studio hardware in the Goldbaby studio: UBK Fatso, ez1073-500 Pre & EQ, Fat Bustard II Valve mixer, Elektron Analog Heat, Strymon Deco, EM-PEQ Pultec style EQ. I even recorded a few of the sounds directly from the tiny PO32 speaker.

With kits and patches for: NI Maschine, Ableton Live, Geist, Battery, Kontakt, Logic EXS24 and Reason.

Also as a little bonus for those who own the Micro Tonic software I have included some of the patches I created while developing this sample pack."

New Tape Drum Machine Collection from Goldbaby

Goldbaby has a new sample pack out. Further below is a Flickr set containing pics of the actual drum machines used.

"55 drum machines recorded through real tape machines and hardware tape emulations in the Goldbaby studio. Vintage drum machines from the 70's, 80's and 90's and a few modern classics. Also some rare and unusual auto rhythm machines. A veritable smorgasbord of warm, punchy and interesting analog and digital drum machine sounds.

7000 x 24 bit wav samples and 325 x Auto Rhythm Drum Loops (Rex & Wav). With kits and instruments for Maschine, Geist, Battery, Logic Pro and Kontakt.

Check out this Flickr gallery for some photos of the drum machines I used for this pack

List of drum machines used: CR-78, 4 In The Floor, Acetone Rhythm Producer, Mam ADX-1, Dr Bohm, Combo Sideman, Conn Rhapsody, DDM-110, DDM-220, DDR30, DPM-48, DR-55, DR-110, DRM-15, DRM-16, DRM-32, Drumulator, DSM-1, ED-10, Super Spacedrum, Crash Pad, ER1, KPR-77, KR-55B, Linn LM1, Linn LM2, MBase01, MFB-522, MicroRhythmer, MPC-The Kit, MR-10, MRX-185,Olsen X-100, PB-300, PO-12, R-50e, R-50III, R-70, R-100, Rhythm-80, Ritmo-12, RPM-40, RX-5, RX-21L, RZ-1, Synsonic Pro, Tom, TR-55, TR-330, TR-505, TR-626, TR-707, TR-727, Volca Kick, XD-5, Various Rom808 and Rom909 sounds.

Discount Alert!

Those who have bought any of these packs in the past are entitled to a substantial discount: Tape Drum Machines Vol 1, Vol 2, Vol 3 and Analog AutoRhythms Vol 1. Each pack owned will get $11 off... so if you have bought all 4 you can get the TDMC for only $5. Contact me with your proof of purchase via the contact page to get the discount.

Many of the samples from these old packs have been remastered and tuned. Also new drum machines have been added.

For more info and audio demos of full pack: http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/tdmc.html"

12 Volt Punch - Modular Drums and FX

Published on Aug 17, 2016 GoldbabySamples

"Available now: http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/12voltpunch..."

"Modular synthesis is an amazing playground for sound design. I have collected an eclectic mix of modules: analog oscillators, filters, envelopes, LFOs, self contained drum modules, digital based modules and more. Made by exceptional manufacturers like: Audio Damage, Tip Top, Hexinverter, Doepher, Mutable Instruments, WMD, Studio Electronics, Circuit Abbey, Intellijel, Bastl, Steady State Fate and The Harvestman.

Using this lovely modular system I have created a tasty collection of punchy drums and inspiring and useful FX. All packed full of character and ready for your next beat. These sounds will feel equally at home making Techno, Future bass, Dub Step, Drum & Bass, Electro or any style of electronic music.

3913 x 24 bit wav samples, 290 x Percussion and FX Loops. With kits and instruments for Maschine, Ableton Live, Geist, Battery, Reason, Logic Pro and Kontakt.

Check out this Flickr gallery for some photos of the system I used for this pack"

MT40 Digital Dancehall Revolution promo

Published on Mar 14, 2016 GoldbabySamples

"The MT40 Digital Dancehall Revolution is available now: http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/mt40.html"

Casio MT-40s on eBay

"The Casio MT40 looks like a typical 80s home keyboard, however it has a remarkable history. It was used to create a song called Under Mi Sleng Teng... which kicked off the digital Dancehall revolution. The rock drum preset and bass accompaniment are unmistakable and have been used numerous times since.

The MT40 drums are lofi but surprisingly punchy. The Bass is warm and fuzzy and very distinctive. The keyboard instruments are based on 2 mixed variable pulse square waves, with digital envelopes and a low pass filter.

I have given this famous little keyboard the Goldbaby treatment. Using a studio full of tasty analog hardware to sample all the drum sounds as single drum hits and loops ( Rex, Apple and Wav). I have also sampled the bass sound with 4 different signal chains and lastly I multi-sampled 16 of the keyboard tones.

This sample pack pays homage to a very unexpectedly influential instrument. Had a fantastic time creating it and I think it sounds great!

With kits and instruments for Geist, Battery, Reason, Logic, Kontakt and Maschine."

Vintage Drum Machines Sound pack for Analog Rytm

Published on Mar 4, 2016 Elektron

"Goldbaby has made a sound pack featuring samples from vintage drum machines such as Linndrum, Boss DR220, SP1200, Drumulator, DMX and many more.
Listen to more examples at https://soundcloud.com/elektron/sets/..."

Goldbaby Releases SuperAnalog909 - TR-909 Sample Set

Published on Jan 19, 2016 GoldbabySamples

"The SuperAnalog909 is available now: http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/superanalog..."

"Super punchy, warm, analog drums with Round Robin Layering. Using high-end outboard and a compulsive attention to detail... this 909 sample set is pure analog drum heaven.

Why have I created another TR-909 sample set?

I thought I could offer something a little different. This sample pack has been recorded at a higher sampler rate and has extensive Round Robin treatment to recreate the feel and movement of an analog drum machine (Maschine can't utilise round robin yet). The Tape909 used tape to give it extra mojo... this time I have used some rather tasty outboard, including: The Thermionic Culture Fat bustard II valve mixer, ez1073-500 pre/eq, A-Design EM-PEQ, Moog 500 series ladder filter, DIYRE 500 series Colour Palette, SPL TwinTube, UBK Fatso. Plus various guitar pedals."

Unrealistic Vibrating Particles

Published on Sep 14, 2015 GoldbabySamples

Some nice synth spotting towards the end of this one.

"Sample pack available now: http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/uvp.html Watch at 720p or higher for better audio quality."

"Some of the gear used:

Synths: Wave PPG, SH-101, Juno-6, Prophet-6, Pro-2, Bass Station2, PERfourMER Mk2, Leipzig-S, MG-1, Vintage MS20, Shruthi-1, Analog Dub Siren, Reaktor and more...

Effects: Eventide H3500, Strymon TimeLine, BigSky, Mobius, Mutronics Mutator, UBK Fatso, Reaktor, Analog Damage plug-ins, Valhalla plug-ins and more..."

Korg Volca Sample vs Goldbaby samples

Published on Jul 6, 2015

"One lucky Goldbaby customer will be chosen randomly from all the Goldbaby sales in July 2015. They will receive this lovely Korg Volca Sample loaded with Goldbaby samples!"

http://www.goldbaby.co.nz

Ghetto Drum Samplers by Goldbaby

Published on Jul 1, 2015 GoldbabySamples

"For more info and audio demos: http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/ghettodrums..."

"Drums and FX created using 5 vintage drum samplers (RZ1, DDD1, ASRX Pro, ST224 and the ES1). These dope little samplers were used to sample a varied selection of sounds: 808, 909, DR110, DMX, ER1, TE PO12, vinyl, live drums, percussion and more! Those gritty, punchy sounds were then recorded through a couple of 1073-500 pres, a Fat Bustard II valve mixer and various other high end studio gear.

You get a tasty collection of original sounds with heaps of character. Whether you make Hip Hop, Bassline, Ghetto House, Garage, Dub Step or EDM, there is plenty of variety here for you to sink your beat making chops into.

With patches for Maschine (V2) & Mikro (V2), Battery 3, Kontakt 5, Geist, Reason 6 and Logic's EXS-24. The wav files can be used in other samplers as well.

You will need the full version of Kontakt 5 to use the Kontakt patches. The free player will only load them in demo mode."

Goldbaby Urban Cookbook Vol 3 & Free VolcaBeats vs MPC60 Sample Pack

Published on Jan 27, 2015 GoldbabySamples

Some synth spotting in this one.

"Sample pack available now: http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/urbancookbo..."

Free VolcaBeats vs MPC60 sample pack zip files:

Wav pack

Maschine version

Geist version

Meet The Drum Machines - Episode 2: Claptrap & Space Rockers

Published on Oct 1, 2014 GoldbabySamples

"A little video demonstrating the sounds of a couple of the drum machines used in Goldbaby's Thermionic Solid State Drums.

Check out the full product here: http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/tssd.html"

Meet The Drum Machines - Episode 1: Space Drum & Thunderclap

Published on Sep 13, 2014 GoldbabySamples

"A little video demonstrating the sounds of a couple of the drum machines used in Goldbaby's Thermionic Solid State Drums."

http://www.goldbaby.co.nz/

http://delptronics.com/thunderclap.php
http://www.synthrotek.com/