Softube : Model 82 Sequencing Mono Synth
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Gregory Blakeborough
Larry Beethbrof
Am I pretty much covered for mono synths with bx_oberhausen, or do I need this as well?
vitocorleone123
Senior Member
Geforce SEM is a better synth to me. But I'm partial to the SEM sound, as well. But, even excluding that aspect, it's just a more usable synth/tool overall. The SEM gets down to $35 or so on sale I thought but maybe that's a different one I'm thinking of.~ 63. usd for GeForce SEM. My seasoned ears say # Model 82 @ $19.
That said, 82 for $19 is quite nice (except like on the others, the noise feature is bad). The one to compare to is the TAL synth. To me, the 82 sounds better and more "analog" but the TAL has some really nice features that the Softube lacks. Because Softube, as we know, doesn't believe in features! Ha.
vitocorleone123
Senior Member
If you never use a mono synth, then you're covered.
My favorite mono synths in regular use include
* My SE-02 (hardware)
* Repro 1
* SEM
* Phoscyon 2
I have Model 82 but rarely use it as it has a more particular sound to my ears - so does Phoscyon 2, but I prefer it. I deleted Oberhausen as soon as I heard the SEM as it's far more authentic (Oberhausen has more features, like the TAL one does vs. Model 82).
Bee_Abney
How long have I been out?
I think you'll be better off with hardware. Buy a nice fuzz pedal, go on, go on!~ 63. usd for GeForce SEM. My seasoned ears say # Model 82 @ $19.
I don't like the Geforce SEM sound myself; though perhaps I will at some point. Mainly, I suspect that I may just not like the onboard reverb - which many love. I do like the bx_Oberhausen very much, though. Others do say that it is a less accurate emulation, which may matter for some purposes - especially if you've always loved the SEM sound and want that in particular.
From what I can tell, the Model 82 is probably much better for aggressive sounds. And if that is what you are after then, may I ask, are you feeling quite yourself?
sostenuto
AKA _ doubtingtom37
Ha ! bx_Oberhausen for long time, must revist and recalibrate my current values.
Nice sets of hardware pedals on both Prophet 5, and Trigon 6, yet 'limited' overdrive, distortion, fuzz, so far. You relate to those better, as guitarist ...... waaay on upper right is Mojomojo Overdrive -Paul Gilbert Edition ..... can get tiny bit 'aggressive'
Nice sets of hardware pedals on both Prophet 5, and Trigon 6, yet 'limited' overdrive, distortion, fuzz, so far. You relate to those better, as guitarist ...... waaay on upper right is Mojomojo Overdrive -Paul Gilbert Edition ..... can get tiny bit 'aggressive'
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Alchemedia
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There's no there there.
Bee_Abney
How long have I been out?
Hopefully that is a criticism of my grammar and not the synth!
Alchemedia
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...sez the comeback kid.
Bee_Abney
How long have I been out?
That looks amazing. I sort of want that Lilian pedal just for the picture on it...Ha ! bx_Oberhausen for long time, must revist and recalibrate my current values.
Nice sets of hardware pedals on both Prophet 5, and Trigon 6, yet 'limited' overdrive, distortion, fuzz, so far. You relate to those better, as guitarist ...... waaay on upper right is Mojomojo Overdrive -Paul Gilbert Edition ..... can get tiny bit 'aggressive'
Yes, overdrive can be a tricky thing on a synth. But a tube preamp might be better for adding just a bit of saturation. However, that will cost a lot more than the SEM!
Alchemedia
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Feb 6-13th.
Alchemedia
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sostenuto
AKA _ doubtingtom37
THX for wake-up call !!! Have UAFX - MAX pedal over on Trigon 6 setup. Got it for Comp tones, yet has 'Legendary UA 610 Tube Preamp' mentioned at end of Site Mktg info. Super cool comment to make me check, and learn !
kgdrum
āMaking a mess & calling it Art is where itās at!ā
1/2 baked? Eat em RAW!Half-baked and clearly obsessed with clams. Typical drummer.
Close your eyes and enjoy the slurp!
Alchemedia
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Moonie couldn't hold a Promuco to you!
Moonie couldn't hold a Promuco to you!
kgdrum
āMaking a mess & calling it Art is where itās at!ā
The Coil plugin might be worth checking out,itās not $19 but it sounds great!THX for wake-up call !!! Have UAFX - MAX pedal over on Trigon 6 setup. Got it for Comp tones, yet has 'Legendary UA 610 Tube Preamp' mentioned at end of Site Mktg info. Super cool comment to make me check, and learn !
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kgdrum
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wtf are you trying to say? Are you channeling @sostenuto ?
sostenuto
AKA _ doubtingtom37
Rad Link ! Got the Demo .... Woosh .... hardware is spendyThe Coil plugin might be worth checking out,itās not $19 but it sounds great!
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