I could see it! It does basically everything, does it well, and in a small package with great battery life. If you're keeping only one piece of gear, this is definitely one of the most well-rounded options for sure.
@@michaelayassa6930Yeah, I thought so at first, since I prefered the the step sequencer concept of the OP-Z for faster results and wilder jamming at first. I was about to put up my field for sale to get the XY, then I jammed with it for a few hours, and fell in love all over again. And its quirky and unique tape core clicked with me more than ever before. So, while the XY might be TE‘s best product yet, my heart‘s with the field. So, I won‘t sell, and won‘t purchase. OP-1 remains my 1 and only :D
Not gonna lie, I'm about to do the same I think! I plan to keep both for a while and see how I feel after using them side by side for a year or so maybe and then go from there. I picture making beats on the XY and then live jamming on top with the OP-1 - maybe - probably haha.
The OP-1 cost what it cost, in hardware and software development. If someone says its expensive for what it is, then there needs to be an equivalent that exist at a much lower cost in the market. But there isn't, so its only an expense to someone that can't afford it. If you own this for 10 years then sell it for 30-40% of what you paid for it (1,999 + tax) you are paying $170 per year to lease it. People pay more than $14 a month to lease a smartphone. So yeah, the OP-1 is one of the cheapest electronic gadget that you can own.
Exactly! It's really not that bad, especially when factoring in resale. Honestly that's partly why I don't mind buying anything in the music gear space. I take such good care of my things that I'm always able to sell pieces on after trying them out and I barely lose anything - especially if you're able to get a good deal or buy during a sale. Most music gear really holds its value.
It's interesting that nobody sets out to clone the op-1. It seems completely doable from a software standpoint to reproduce the strict tape emulation workflow, but no other company wants to adopt the inherent limitations that come with tape. It makes sense, because on paper devices like the MPC One are strictly superior from the production angle. I just think tape has a fun factor that makes op-1 uniquely enjoyable to use
@@Me-ne5uu lol it is kinda funny but if you think about it, you're pretty safe to try out anything in the music gear space without much risk - the most risk I've faced is buying something expensive and then realizing you can't live without it haha - and then you own it for real 😅
I sold my OP-1 primarily due to the lack of DIN MIDI. Then I heard about the OP-1 Field, and still no DIN... this machine would be so much more attractive with 2 MIDI ports
Totally! It's really hard to believe they didn't add that. I think partly due to this issue I'm always going to just sample the OP into something else - which I'm liking ok so far, but there are so many reasons why having midi on board would helpful/useful. Oh wellll.
@@Gummo22 Thank you! Going to be putting out a bit more varied content in the new year, looking forward to seeing where that takes the channel - keeps things interesting for me too =)
The og OP-1 was the most I’ve connected with an instrument, and the most productive I’ve been…. But the lack of undo, unwanted noise, and reliability made me get rid of it. Had my screen go out, cost $200 and it was gone for 3 months. But man I want the new field, just worried about the reliability still.
Mannn I feel your pain on the lack of UNDO, I've definitely been burned by that too many times. This one is missing the noise issues for sure, which some consider a drawback haha. I think I'm happy with what I've got since adding noise is a lot easier than removing haha. Reliability wise I've been good so far, knock on wood. Being out of service for 3 months sucks though, one would hope they're better at that sort of thing now and/or the screens are more reliable - preferably both haha.
Reliability and support are the only reason I don't commit to an OP1f. I briefly owned one and really loved it, but it seemed less durable than the original OP1. I could afford to buy one but not replace one if it broke and TE isn't known for having good support unfortunately.
@@james.tupper Interesting that it seemed less durable to you - why was that? I've never owned an OG so I'm genuinely curious what areas feel downgraded
@@Duskmos The main reason is that the keys are raised above the edge of the device and it's easier for them to get caught on something. The keys are seemingly a bit thinner and the switches feel more delicate (that part could be my imagination, but the OG just feels a bit more robust). Additionally, because it's made of anodized aluminum, it's more scratch prone than the OG which has a pretty durable hard painted coating. Don't get me wrong, it feels nice and premium, but it feels more like a piece of jewelry that you have to be careful with rather than a fun tool you can just toss into a bag. I'm sure the price has a lot to do with that. Aside from that, it's a pretty amazing instrument and I'd still love to own one if I can get it at the right price.
1000% different way of working. I did an extensive video on that too, and while I think it’s amazing for what it is, the M8 is just def not for me. I wanted to love it though haha.
It does have a high price tag but it does almost everything - so there’s not really any competitors doing exactly what this does. You can spend $10,000 on a rack mount EQ if you want to. For what all the OP-1 crams in, I’d argue it’s actually a good value, but I hear you.
The field is my favorite music device I’ve ever owned. If I could only keep one device it would be this.
I could see it! It does basically everything, does it well, and in a small package with great battery life. If you're keeping only one piece of gear, this is definitely one of the most well-rounded options for sure.
Me too 👍🏻👍🏻
Wait to see the op xy 😏
@@michaelayassa6930Yeah, I thought so at first, since I prefered the the step sequencer concept of the OP-Z for faster results and wilder jamming at first. I was about to put up my field for sale to get the XY, then I jammed with it for a few hours, and fell in love all over again. And its quirky and unique tape core clicked with me more than ever before. So, while the XY might be TE‘s best product yet, my heart‘s with the field. So, I won‘t sell, and won‘t purchase.
OP-1 remains my 1 and only :D
Me too
I’m going to have a big purge of gear I’m not using to fund an OP-XY. I love the OP-1F and the OP-Z is my favorite midi sequencer of all time.
Not gonna lie, I'm about to do the same I think! I plan to keep both for a while and see how I feel after using them side by side for a year or so maybe and then go from there. I picture making beats on the XY and then live jamming on top with the OP-1 - maybe - probably haha.
OP-XY SPOTTED!
Haha it’s so timely! Gah I’m just getting the hang of the OP-1F 😅
YESSSSSS
The OP-1 cost what it cost, in hardware and software development. If someone says its expensive for what it is, then there needs to be an equivalent that exist at a much lower cost in the market.
But there isn't, so its only an expense to someone that can't afford it. If you own this for 10 years then sell it for 30-40% of what you paid for it (1,999 + tax) you are paying $170 per year to lease it.
People pay more than $14 a month to lease a smartphone. So yeah, the OP-1 is one of the cheapest electronic gadget that you can own.
Exactly! It's really not that bad, especially when factoring in resale. Honestly that's partly why I don't mind buying anything in the music gear space. I take such good care of my things that I'm always able to sell pieces on after trying them out and I barely lose anything - especially if you're able to get a good deal or buy during a sale. Most music gear really holds its value.
It's interesting that nobody sets out to clone the op-1. It seems completely doable from a software standpoint to reproduce the strict tape emulation workflow, but no other company wants to adopt the inherent limitations that come with tape. It makes sense, because on paper devices like the MPC One are strictly superior from the production angle. I just think tape has a fun factor that makes op-1 uniquely enjoyable to use
@@orrin-manning Agree on both accounts!
Breaking it down to “leasing” and monthly payments is hilarious. 😆
@@Me-ne5uu lol it is kinda funny but if you think about it, you're pretty safe to try out anything in the music gear space without much risk - the most risk I've faced is buying something expensive and then realizing you can't live without it haha - and then you own it for real 😅
I sold my OP-1 primarily due to the lack of DIN MIDI. Then I heard about the OP-1 Field, and still no DIN... this machine would be so much more attractive with 2 MIDI ports
or just an IN would have done it for me
Totally! It's really hard to believe they didn't add that. I think partly due to this issue I'm always going to just sample the OP into something else - which I'm liking ok so far, but there are so many reasons why having midi on board would helpful/useful. Oh wellll.
@@Duskmos indeed. Different work flow for different folks. Great content as always!
@@Gummo22 Thank you! Going to be putting out a bit more varied content in the new year, looking forward to seeing where that takes the channel - keeps things interesting for me too =)
Does it not have TRS MIDI?
The og OP-1 was the most I’ve connected with an instrument, and the most productive I’ve been…. But the lack of undo, unwanted noise, and reliability made me get rid of it. Had my screen go out, cost $200 and it was gone for 3 months.
But man I want the new field, just worried about the reliability still.
Mannn I feel your pain on the lack of UNDO, I've definitely been burned by that too many times. This one is missing the noise issues for sure, which some consider a drawback haha. I think I'm happy with what I've got since adding noise is a lot easier than removing haha. Reliability wise I've been good so far, knock on wood. Being out of service for 3 months sucks though, one would hope they're better at that sort of thing now and/or the screens are more reliable - preferably both haha.
Reliability and support are the only reason I don't commit to an OP1f. I briefly owned one and really loved it, but it seemed less durable than the original OP1. I could afford to buy one but not replace one if it broke and TE isn't known for having good support unfortunately.
@@james.tupper Interesting that it seemed less durable to you - why was that? I've never owned an OG so I'm genuinely curious what areas feel downgraded
@@Duskmos The main reason is that the keys are raised above the edge of the device and it's easier for them to get caught on something. The keys are seemingly a bit thinner and the switches feel more delicate (that part could be my imagination, but the OG just feels a bit more robust). Additionally, because it's made of anodized aluminum, it's more scratch prone than the OG which has a pretty durable hard painted coating.
Don't get me wrong, it feels nice and premium, but it feels more like a piece of jewelry that you have to be careful with rather than a fun tool you can just toss into a bag. I'm sure the price has a lot to do with that.
Aside from that, it's a pretty amazing instrument and I'd still love to own one if I can get it at the right price.
Is one of the touted 100 differences the price tag? Sorry you didn't get along with the very capable M8, I guess it's a completely different mindset.
1000% different way of working. I did an extensive video on that too, and while I think it’s amazing for what it is, the M8 is just def not for me. I wanted to love it though haha.
Too expensive.
It does have a high price tag but it does almost everything - so there’s not really any competitors doing exactly what this does. You can spend $10,000 on a rack mount EQ if you want to. For what all the OP-1 crams in, I’d argue it’s actually a good value, but I hear you.