Prophet 5 & 10 vs Oberheim OB-X8 🎛️ Shootout Comparison & Tutorial

video upload by Urban Sound Studio - Todd

"Want to learn the differences in the workflow and sound of the Prophet and OB-X8, this video is for you. We dive deep into the oscillators, filters, layout, and differences of each synth. For more specifics on the Prophet, make sure to check out my 3 part series that takes you from the beginning to pro level sound design: [posted here - also see Oberheim OB-X8 The Mysterious Paddle Box 🎁 Modulation and Arpeggiator]

🎥 Video Chapters:
0:00 - Introducing the Sequential Prophet and Oberheim OB-X8
1:20 - Tuning and Basic Init Patch
2:19 - The Mixer
3:15 - Setting OSC Frequency
3:58 - Comparing Oscillators
9:09 - Creating a Polysaw
10:37 - OSC Sync
12:48 - X-Mod and Filter Envelope to Freq
14:00 - Envelopes and the Vintage Knob
15:18 - The Filters!"

Oberheim OB-X8 vs Sequential OB6 - Which Should You Choose?

video upload by Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech

"The incredible new Oberheim OB-X8 Desktop version is here and it's time to compare it with the older OB-6! Both synths offer that unmistakeable Oberheim flavour but they have some key differences that set them apart!"

⏰ Timestamps ⏰
» 0:00 Introducing the Synths!
» 1:40 The Differences!
» 3:33 The OB-X8 Filters!
» 8:35 The Reduced Size?
» 10:00 The OB-6 Filter
» 12:29 Modulation and Poly Mod/X-Mod
» 19:05 The Effects?
» 20:50 Arpeggiators & Sequencers?
» 22:30 Poly Chain, Voices & Multi-Timbral?
» 23:30 Which One to Choose?
» 24:40 Thanks For Watching!

Modular Morphing (filters)

video upload by George B.

Referenced OB-X8 vs OB-6 video just posted here.

"A proof of concept exercise transitioning filter outputs using the Gate Math 4 step sequence, 4 Envelope Generators and 4 VCA's. Inspired by the Dave Smith OB-6 with it's State Variable type filter that can morph between filter types."

0:00 Intro
0:22 Andertons Synths video clip
0:46 Method explained
1:29 Sound Examples
2:57 Conclusions
3:30 Outro

Oberheim OB-X8 The Mysterious Paddle Box 🎁 Modulation and Arpeggiator

video upload by Urban Sound Studio - Todd

"The Oberheim OB-X8 paddle-box is a tightly source for creative inspiration. But are you fully aware of how to use it? We will explore the mod section, transposition, arpeggiator, and sequencing features of this synth."

0:00 - Introducing the OB-X8 Paddle-Box
0:55 - The Mod Section
5:15 - Split Mode With Mod Section
7:00 - Transpose Buttons and Pitch Bend Paddles
10:59 - The Arp Section
16:13 - Split Mode and the Arp Section

Oberheim OB-X8 SN 01768 w/ Blue Stripe Overlay

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"I am a music hobbyist, a bassist in fact, and this synth belongs in the hands of a professional keyboard player or producer ... or anyone with more talent than me. I'm sure someday soon I'll regret selling it. But frankly though, I bought it because I couldn't wait for the Behringer UB-Xa any longer. But now that I have the UB, which in no way sounds as beautiful as the OB-X8, I'm selling the OB.

Now that I have the two to compare, the most immediate difference is the build quality of the OB so completely outshines the UB. Next is the tone. The lows and especially the lo-mids are tight and clear on the OB. The UB is a bit boomy or mushy in comparison with a tendency to overdrive without adjustment on the board. The OB also has more preset storage, 128 more locations. However, given my lack of skills, musical and financial needs, I've got to sell the OB. My loss is your benefit."

See this previous post for build quality on the UB-Xa.

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Behringer UB-Xa - OB-X8 Fifth Swell Pad.

video upload by Scott McAuley Sounds

"Patches will be available at https://www.orano.co.uk/shop or http://www.synthsounds.co.uk

In this Video, it is a little homage to Jim's OB-X8 Demo [previously posted here], the Fifth Swell Patch at the start of Jim's demo is stunning. I thought I would try and see if I could get a similar sound from the UB-Xa, and although it can't get it exactly, it's certainly quite close!

Enjoy."

PlayFader PlayMates - Elektron Digitakt (drums!)

video upload by Play All Day

"Another example of the power of this pairing, left channel of PlayFader is laying beats while the other channel takes care of the bass."

Check out the PlayFader with the Oberheim OB-X8, and other demos here.

OBERHEIM OB-X8 -analog polysynth BEAST (MUSIC DEMO, no talking)

video upload by FutureMusic.es

"The great (and BIG!) Oberheim OB-X8 synth condenses the sonic power of the classics OB-X, OB-Xa and OB-8. This musical demo shows Zígor López at the controls..."

🔥🎹 ¡Sinte ANALÓGICO TOTAL! Oberheim OB-X8 - suma los clásicos OB-X, OB-Xa y OB-8 🎹🔥

video upload by FutureMusic.es

"Oberheim OB-X8 condensa la potencia sonora de los sintetizadores clásicos OB-X, OB-Xa y OB-8. Con Zígor López a los mandos, pregúntanos en vivo cuanto quieras..."

Googlish:

"Oberheim OB-X8 condenses the sonic power of the classic OB-X, OB-Xa and OB-8 synthesizers. With Zígor López at the controls, ask us live whatever you want..."

Oberheim OB-X8 - Selection of my patches (sounds only)

video upload by Default Corporation

"A little selection of my personal patches on Oberheim OB-X8"

Oberheim OB-X8 Desktop SN 00111 w/ Original Box

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Bach Prelude and Fugue in C Minor (Book 1) - Julian "J3PO" Pollack - Oberheim OB-X8

video upload by J3PO

"I love Bach and I love synths. The C minor prelude and fugue from Book 1 of J.S. Bach's 48 Preludes and Fugues is a standard for keyboardists, and is a lot of fun to play. In this video, I perform the piece on an Oberheim OB-X8, with original presets designed by myself. If you dig this, check out my performance of Bach's Prelude and Fugue in C sharp Major (Book 1), performed on a Prophet 10: [posted here]"

Kurzweil K2700 Rush / Tom Sawyer Sweep Sound

video upload by Barb

"Patch recreation, based on Oberheim OB-X8 preset called 'Rush Rezz'.
This patch needed to be recalibrate to match the original sound.
If you like it, you can download it on my studio page :

https://www.barbandco.com/studio-e.html"

P.S. You might recognize the Kurzweil VA1 at the end.

Oberheim OB-X8 Demos

video upload by Napotronix

"Playing a new patch on the Oberheim OB-X8 with Eventide SP2016 digital reverb and Korg SD200 analog delay."

Oberheim OB-X8 - Jnitpatch (No FX)

video upload by Napotronix

"Custom patch called 'Jnitpatch' on the Oberheim OB-X8 played without FX."

Oberheim OB-X8 - FEG Xmod with Korg SD200 analog delay

video upload by Napotronix

"The OB-X8 with a patch using the filter envelope generator as xmod source for a faux portamento effect. With some Korg SD200 analog delay."

Oberheim OB-X8 Videos by Adam Borseti

video uploads by Adam Borseti

The above playlist features a handful of Oberheim OB-X8 videos by Adam Borseti. Note the first few videos feature the custom OB-Xa style overlay (link below), followed by the stock OB-X style panel.

Playlist:

1. First Day of Summer! (Oberheim OB-X8)

Here's a fun little spur-of-the-moment jam over a song I've been working on. This is the direction I want the song to go in, but I'm probably going to re-record some of it. We'll see. You like the 80s style OB-Xa/OB-8 blue pin stripes for the OB-X8? I do to! They're made of semi-rigid plastic and can be applied or removed in less than 2 minutes with no adhesive. It's really cool to be able to switch between the late 70s OB-X look and the super-1980s OB-Xa and OB-8 look.

Get yours here https://www.synthoverlays.com/product...

2. Random Improv Jam

3. Going places in DOUBLE MODE

Using the SEM filters in lowpass for the bottom layer and a delicious Notch filter on the upper layer pad.

4. OB-X8 - Left Hand Bass Exercises

Laying down bass lines thick and hard with lefty, following the lead of whatever chord righty is holding down. This was all improvised so forgive any chord meandering and weird transitions, mistakes and the like. Is what it is.

5. "Approaching Chaos" - Oberheim OB-X8

All sounds made with the Oberheim OB-X8 run through a Zoom MS-70CDR, with the drums from my Roland TR-626. Enjoy

6. Oberheim OB-X8 - Cinematic improvisation & Double Mode patch

Consider this some filler while I'm working on my next actual song. I'm almost done!

7. "Reflections" - Oberheim OB-X8

A new original tune of mine, the first in a good long while! Less time and more stress have resulted in less creativity haha, but I'm trying over here. :)

8. The Camera Eye - Oberheim OB-X8

I mean, it's THAT sound......

UBXa vs OBX8 // 2 modern takes on the OBXa

video upload by Starsky Carr

Note the OB-X8 actually has all three OB's, the OB-X, OB-Xa, and OB-8. So three in one that can be mixed and matched. See https://oberheim.com for more info.

"Behringer vs Oberheim - if you're looking for a modern recreation of the OBxa the cost difference between these 2 synths is quite something... but what about the sound? Functionally UBXa and OBX8 have different options. The Behringer has a Mod Matrix and sequencer, but the Oberheim has an OBX and cross mod for example.

But here, I'm concentrating on the raw OBXa sound emulation. ... and FYI:

Cambridge Dictionary meaning of emulation in English
'the process of copying something achieved by someone else and trying to do it as well as they have'

so yes I've called them emulations :)

For patches and samples:
https://starskycarr.com

Patches Samples and extras:
https://patreon.com/starskycarr"

Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave - Wavemaker Generates Tables from OB-X8

video upload by Scott McAuley Sounds

"Patches will be available at https://www.orano.co.uk/shop or http://www.synthsounds.co.uk"

Oberheim OB-8

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Thought it was interesting seeing the Sequential Circuits Inc. perfectly aligned in the shot as Sequential now makes the OB-X8 with Oberheim.

"This is a one owner Oberheim OB-8 with factory MIDI and Road Case (circa 1985/6) in good used condition. Purchased new from Swing City Music (St. Louis area). Road case needs new foam interior.

This OB-8 has not seen much playing since the early-90s and has lived in a climate controlled home studio environment since. Sounds Bad-Ass and Amazingly HUGE!!!

This belonged to my Uncle who is no longer with us. To the best of my knowledge it is all original. So, having it serviced is recommended due to the age of the capacitors, and components. Everything does seem to work and the only things worth mentioning are a couple red led lights on switches don't illuminate (switch does work), and one or two potentiometers should probably be replaced or rebuilt."

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Beautiful #Synth Horn on the OB-X8. Love that immense #analog warm sound! 🤩🤩 #oberheim

video upload by Kristopher Carter

Yorick LFE now has a Patch Librarian. Also: marking and moving Favourite Patches on OB-X8.

video upload by Steve Hunt

"The Low Frequency Expander from Yorick Tech now has a patch librarian so you can save blocks of patches from a synth and send them back to the synth in the same or a different location. A great way to organise and back up your patches.

You can also can now mark patches as Favourites, step backwards and forwards through Favourite patches, step through patches in a sound category, and step through just the Favourite patches in a category. It can also fetch the favourite patches from the synth, store them in the LFE as a SysEx file and then send them back to the synth in a block, rather than having them spread around different locations in the synth."