Very impressed by this young man and his vision. A unique interface that also appears to be logical and well thought out. Will be following the develop and can't wait to hear some audio!
This is wild! I do hope Jacob Brashears will bring this concept to fruition without burning out. His enthusiasm is inspiring and he clearly has a lot of love for both the synthesizer tech and the associated lore.
Thank you for the video, happy to see this guy again. Love his enthusiasm and ideas. Can't wait to see more of his stuff out in the real world someday.
That's a beautiful Beast of a synth. I really hope he does well, however I seriously doubt I'd be able to afford this beauty from the look of it. Truly gorgeous.
The form factor is totally it’s own thing, which is very cool. It would not be an Oberheim experience because of this. Great layout, but would have been great to hear it.
Finally someone with a new modern vision for user interfaces. original thinking coupled with a clear love for Oberheim and analogue sound ( although I'm a sim dude ). This persons "SHEAR" enthusiasm is to be lauded. Please cover this in depth on the podcast! this vid is a breath of fresh air. The only thing I'd add is the such a panel might just as well be used with a good ( GFORCE?) plugin behind it. Controllerism FTW!
Look at the description to get the tldr, but this is a real fascinating concept. With the amount of care and thought put out into this, I’m glad it’s as original as it is inspired by Oberheim. I’m really interested in the future of this project, because you can tell the amount of passion the designer has for it. Best of luck Jacob. If nothing else, your ambition and vision should motivate us all,
I personally love that his dream is coming to fruition. The concept is beautifully a piece of functional art. BEAUTIFUL AND BRILLIANT. I can't wait to hear this.
Like the design or not, I'm glad to see the kid back! I think it looks amazing, though user control over the color scheme would be nice. It would have been nice to hear, but for me it's really cool to see this young designer develop and learn. It seems like an interesting cross between an OB-X and an Xpander. I can't wait to hear it and again hope that he gets these into production. I can't imagine they will be cheap, but hopefully he's also learning how to make them cheaper through design and layout while not compromising the sound.
I think that speaker back there is an old Polk Audio M7 Series Monitor. My Dad had a pair of those. I just remember him blasting Steely Dan and The Ozark Mountain Daredevils through them. Dude was a hippy. Miss him.
This kid gives me hope for future of music tech. I like the chonkiness of this device and the delivery of the presentation / cut of his jib. It has a quite utilitarian aesthetic, something from perhaps Aliens movie in the heli or gunhed.
Agree it’s disappointing not to hear it but if you check out the videos of the relic 6 - it sounds insane. Things price is gonna be in orbit though I reckon
To repeat and expand on someone else’s comment - I truly hope this guy can scale his company. His enthusiasm reminds me of a young Dave Smith. I would buy this synth in a heartbeat. We have found a new synth messiah! If he doesn’t get an opportunity to run his business, sequential should hire him quick sharp
I remember seeing this kid back in the day. It's amazing to see what he's accomplished, truly impressive. I really hope this project does well and I have high hopes for his future endeavors.
Ok sure looks great he's very enthusiastic and obviously studied his selling techniques but we just need to use our ears and get a proper listen before salivating to much.. I do hope it sounds fantastic! and if it does I wish him great success.
This is a beautiful synth with a very nice interface. However, I don't think I will be able to afford this at $6500. Honestly if this was available right now and I could afford it, I would definitely buy it. I thought about selling a TR808 to buy an OB-X8. Perhaps this would be a nice alternative, although it will cost a little more...okay...a LOT more. I'd just have to save a little more to afford it. With that said, I'm really impressed with this young guy, his vast knowledge, and his passion for building synthesizers. He truly is amazing and took rhe concept of a classic Oberheim synthesizer and made it highly advanced and innovative by designing it with a modern interface and implementing advanced features. Hopefully, I will actually be able to hear what it sounds like someday. I hope this synth becomes a very successful product once it is finally released and starts to ship. BTW, I remember this guy several years ago when he was really young and unveiled a similar prototype synth and always wondered what happened to him and the synth he developed. I was very proud of him and now I'm so glad to see him back again with again with something even bigger!!!
Awesome, Jacob! Is there any way to implement a round robin mode where each voice can be a distinct patch and they are rotated through with each key press?
Sure. It would fill up 8 addresses in patch memory, say 700-707. You could do it with bitimbral layering as well. Lower layer would use 700A-703A, Upper layer would use 704B-707B. Any ideas for a name we could give for this mode?
@@jacobbrashears “Round robin” is the most common term for this. I’ve seen terms like “alternate assign” (old Yamaha FM synths like TX-802 and TX-81Z) and “wave cycle” (Yamaha Motif). Thanks so much for considering this feature and best of luck with all of your projects!
Okay but I'm always confused by the term "round robin". Since it always rotates thru the voices, whenever you're in polyphonic mode (i.e. not monophonic). So the difference is really "octotimbral vs bitimbral." We already have a "ones" register to instantly jump between 8 consecutive programs. We could call it "octopatch" mode (OPM). Or "octopus" mode (OPM), hahaha. I think I like "octopus mode" more.
@@jacobbrashears Yeah, the behavior of the OB Eight Voice is what I’m talking about, where each voice cycles sequentially and each can be programmed completely uniquely if desired. For example if you keep hitting the note C3, with each press it will trigger each voice in succession, making for beautifully kaleidoscopic textures if each voice is programmed differently, tuned to a different pitch or octave, etc
Just had a listen to his earlier 6 voice version and if it sounds as good as that, this is going to be a very unique instrument for people that can afford it. I don’t see how this won’t retail for $8k or more and tbh I’d probably take this over Moog One based on his enthusiasm and apparent knowledge alone.
Oh I remember this. Almost looks like some type of video mixer but that's a good thing. Probably fun to interact with. Aesthetically, it stands out. Musically? TBD.
“I think 4 envelopes is more than anybody needs..” reminds me of Bill Gates 640k quote. But hats off to this guy.. he seems to be a pioneer. I hope I’m around in twenty years to see what he’s making.
Looks like the bridge of the original Battlestar Galactica! Fitting for a synth of that era. This looks insanely boutique and expensive to realise. I hope he's really successful with it, but feel that it might only have very niche appeal. I do like the idea of taking a classic sound and putting it in a different interface and also something that is very stylised. More synths should look like sci-fi movie props.
I hope this sells enough so this company can keep going and design more synths.... it looks awesome - it should be chrome though, wasn't the earlier version of it chrome?
Phenomenal instrument and excited developer. Love seeing a younger guy knowing this level of detail and doing unique things like gain and filter slope control. But he shouldn't have given a number. He'll get 8 orders at any price point. Probably 20 honestly. But to take off as a business he needs an investor and scalability to get the first 100 units produced. It's tough to sell prototypes and do hand assembly. I hope he can find a mentor in the business who can help figure out a production possibility. The number seems high but at the same time, the 8 voice Moog One is 6999. Deckards dream is only 4k.
I’m really pulling for this kid to succeed. His enthusiasm and perseverance are outstanding!
yeah, and his parents pockets are very deep lol
Very impressed by this young man and his vision. A unique interface that also appears to be logical and well thought out. Will be following the develop and can't wait to hear some audio!
This is wild! I do hope Jacob Brashears will bring this concept to fruition without burning out. His enthusiasm is inspiring and he clearly has a lot of love for both the synthesizer tech and the associated lore.
I'd buy this just due to the creators enthusiasm. I really hope it works out for them. Best video I've seen for a new synth.
Tarantino's love child turned synth designer. This thing is absolutely wild, I really hope the sound lives up to that epic interface.
LoL
This seems literally true now that you mention it
Yeah this kids amazing
Tarantino meets.. Ben Shapiro. change my mind.
Find the old NAMM videos which demo the previous version. Sounded great.
love the design and the chunky computer style buttons
Thank you for the video, happy to see this guy again. Love his enthusiasm and ideas. Can't wait to see more of his stuff out in the real world someday.
Okay, now we need a musical demo.
I wish this guy a lot of luck because he has great enthusiasm for what he makes.
That interface looks like it's taken from an 80s sci-fi movie...right down to the fonts! Beautiful thing.
That's a beautiful Beast of a synth. I really hope he does well, however I seriously doubt I'd be able to afford this beauty from the look of it. Truly gorgeous.
Right on Jacob. Wishing you all the success that you deserve!!
Epic! What an inspiring person and a truly original approach to some of the most classic sounds.
I love this guys passion, and deep in the OB rabbit hole.
Man that kid never ceases to amaze me. Also, I want all of my gear to look like this!
Not just like this for looks sake, but the fact this is knob per functionality at its best. This is the best novel approach to keyboard functionality.
This thing looks absurd but so freaking cool.
Love it.
Has Retrofuturistic vibes to me.
The form factor is totally it’s own thing, which is very cool. It would not be an Oberheim experience because of this.
Great layout, but would have been great to hear it.
Finally someone with a new modern vision for user interfaces. original thinking coupled with a clear love for Oberheim and analogue sound ( although I'm a sim dude ). This persons "SHEAR" enthusiasm is to be lauded. Please cover this in depth on the podcast! this vid is a breath of fresh air. The only thing I'd add is the such a panel might just as well be used with a good ( GFORCE?) plugin behind it. Controllerism FTW!
Superb to see Jacob back with the Relic :D
This thing looks so wild, and this guy has all the enthusiasm I want from my synth builders. It's a yes from me. Cant wait to hear this thing!
Yes Jacob! Glad to see you again with this project...
Look at the description to get the tldr, but this is a real fascinating concept. With the amount of care and thought put out into this, I’m glad it’s as original as it is inspired by Oberheim. I’m really interested in the future of this project, because you can tell the amount of passion the designer has for it. Best of luck Jacob. If nothing else, your ambition and vision should motivate us all,
Looks like a sweet system, look forward to hearing its creativity.
This is the apex of synthworld, one person's esoteric passion expressed without compromise. Couldn't love it more ❤️
I love the looks! can’t wait to hear it! I’m in love with this synth!
I personally love that his dream is coming to fruition. The concept is beautifully a piece of functional art. BEAUTIFUL AND BRILLIANT. I can't wait to hear this.
Like the design or not, I'm glad to see the kid back! I think it looks amazing, though user control over the color scheme would be nice. It would have been nice to hear, but for me it's really cool to see this young designer develop and learn. It seems like an interesting cross between an OB-X and an Xpander. I can't wait to hear it and again hope that he gets these into production. I can't imagine they will be cheap, but hopefully he's also learning how to make them cheaper through design and layout while not compromising the sound.
Wow what a beast. We need more innovative kids like this. What a nerd with a vision. Love it!
I think that speaker back there is an old Polk Audio M7 Series Monitor. My Dad had a pair of those. I just remember him blasting Steely Dan and The Ozark Mountain Daredevils through them. Dude was a hippy. Miss him.
such an amazing product. so excited.
Will follow this with interest and see where it goes.
Incredible interface! Would love to see this come to market!
This kid gives me hope for future of music tech. I like the chonkiness of this device and the delivery of the presentation / cut of his jib. It has a quite utilitarian aesthetic, something from perhaps Aliens movie in the heli or gunhed.
Love this man! That's a machine and a half!!
happy to know that it goes up to eleven!
I looks absolutely fantastic. I love the interface design and concept. We need to hear it though.
Synthplex 2022 rocked! Definitely attending next year!
I love the passion here.
Beautiful. Someone is taking up the mantle of Roger Linn, Dave Smith, Craig Anderston and the other innovation legends.
Agree it’s disappointing not to hear it but if you check out the videos of the relic 6 - it sounds insane. Things price is gonna be in orbit though I reckon
To repeat and expand on someone else’s comment - I truly hope this guy can scale his company. His enthusiasm reminds me of a young Dave Smith. I would buy this synth in a heartbeat. We have found a new synth messiah! If he doesn’t get an opportunity to run his business, sequential should hire him quick sharp
First few minutes of watching this and I haven't even finished what a well thought out synth
very smart guy
Does it make a sound?
Man, Jacob is the guy to watch!
This guy is so amazing!
Cocaines a helluva drug
the voice is THE voice
@@annother3350 Sure is but its not at play here, Jacob is a one off and very enthusiastic about his machine (quite rightly)
@@annother3350 or just not taking his Thorazine is enough..
@@sonicstate I take it all back
4:02 yes let's talk about the mini-bar. From where does it dispense the 🍸?
I remember seeing this kid back in the day. It's amazing to see what he's accomplished, truly impressive. I really hope this project does well and I have high hopes for his future endeavors.
That is really impressive! Hope it makes it to production!
Ok sure looks great he's very enthusiastic and obviously studied his selling techniques but we just need to use our ears and get a proper listen before salivating to much..
I do hope it sounds fantastic! and if it does I wish him great success.
you can listen to the old Relic-6 prototype in the meantime, I doubt it sounds any worse now - it's basically an OB-X under the hood
@@Wagoo ok thanks I will.
This is a beautiful synth with a very nice interface. However, I don't think I will be able to afford this at $6500. Honestly if this was available right now and I could afford it, I would definitely buy it. I thought about selling a TR808 to buy an OB-X8. Perhaps this would be a nice alternative, although it will cost a little more...okay...a LOT more. I'd just have to save a little more to afford it.
With that said, I'm really impressed with this young guy, his vast knowledge, and his passion for building synthesizers. He truly is amazing and took rhe concept of a classic Oberheim synthesizer and made it highly advanced and innovative by designing it with a modern interface and implementing advanced features. Hopefully, I will actually be able to hear what it sounds like someday. I hope this synth becomes a very successful product once it is finally released and starts to ship.
BTW, I remember this guy several years ago when he was really young and unveiled a similar prototype synth and always wondered what happened to him and the synth he developed. I was very proud of him and now I'm so glad to see him back again with again with something even bigger!!!
Glad to see him back. I think he was in school continuing his education! Support him when you can.
I love this guy, he’s a genius.
And what about his GORGEOUS creation……… I want it. Period
I trust him 1000%.
I hope it lives up to the hype. It is impressive as is
Awesome, Jacob! Is there any way to implement a round robin mode where each voice can be a distinct patch and they are rotated through with each key press?
Sure.
It would fill up 8 addresses in patch memory, say 700-707.
You could do it with bitimbral layering as well.
Lower layer would use 700A-703A,
Upper layer would use 704B-707B.
Any ideas for a name we could give for this mode?
@@jacobbrashears
“Round robin” is the most common term for this. I’ve seen terms like “alternate assign” (old Yamaha FM synths like TX-802 and TX-81Z) and “wave cycle” (Yamaha Motif). Thanks so much for considering this feature and best of luck with all of your projects!
Also- I think the OB Xpander had a sort of round robin mode called “rotate”….?
Okay but I'm always confused by the term "round robin".
Since it always rotates thru the voices, whenever you're in polyphonic mode (i.e. not monophonic).
So the difference is really "octotimbral vs bitimbral."
We already have a "ones" register to instantly jump between 8 consecutive programs.
We could call it "octopatch" mode (OPM).
Or "octopus" mode (OPM), hahaha.
I think I like "octopus mode" more.
@@jacobbrashears
Yeah, the behavior of the OB Eight Voice is what I’m talking about, where each voice cycles sequentially and each can be programmed completely uniquely if desired. For example if you keep hitting the note C3, with each press it will trigger each voice in succession, making for beautifully kaleidoscopic textures if each voice is programmed differently, tuned to a different pitch or octave, etc
One of the best presenters i ever encountered
thank you
I love the look and the interface functionality. I want it just based on how it looks. Still waiting to hear it…
Looks like a SciFi movie of the eighties.
Glad to see this guy again with the Relic. Good luck!
Just had a listen to his earlier 6 voice version and if it sounds as good as that, this is going to be a very unique instrument for people that can afford it. I don’t see how this won’t retail for $8k or more and tbh I’d probably take this over Moog One based on his enthusiasm and apparent knowledge alone.
It would have great to hear it.
I HAVE a question why did you not play the damn instrument!!!
Looks cool. One of the coolest interfaces I e seen in an instrument.
I like mini bars!
Looks brilliant
Cool man and very impressive interface. Thnx!
Oh I remember this. Almost looks like some type of video mixer but that's a good thing. Probably fun to interact with. Aesthetically, it stands out. Musically? TBD.
“I think 4 envelopes is more than anybody needs..” reminds me of Bill Gates 640k quote.
But hats off to this guy.. he seems to be a pioneer. I hope I’m around in twenty years to see what he’s making.
love it and love the passion!
wow no sound so keen
Let's hear it and let the sound speak for itself.
I love it and it’s big
What a fun interface!
is there a little wooden ship; in the gibbet knocker?
I was playing cyber punk a few weeks ago and made sure to look at the synths in some of the clubs. This almost looks like one lol
I love the interface so much! Beautiful design! (the light reminds me of Kit from Knight Rider)
Looks like the bridge of the original Battlestar Galactica! Fitting for a synth of that era. This looks insanely boutique and expensive to realise. I hope he's really successful with it, but feel that it might only have very niche appeal. I do like the idea of taking a classic sound and putting it in a different interface and also something that is very stylised. More synths should look like sci-fi movie props.
DAMN... that is something else.. love his enthusiasm.
Is there a demo of sound patches?
Check "relic 6" on TH-cam, sounds crazy good... and this will be better!
Thing looks awesome, I hope they would consider a keyboard version. Of course we have to hear it first.
WHAT?! He's back!
sounds great^^
Does it have patches?
I hope this sells enough so this company can keep going and design more synths.... it looks awesome - it should be chrome though, wasn't the earlier version of it chrome?
He a winner for those nervously delivered superlatives. 😃
Very nice, but why didn't I hear a single sound here? Pointless if you ask me.
probably good we didn't ask you then
Looks cool
Logarithmic scale... w00t! 😍
legend
Looks great ! Can't wait to hear what it's capable of... Any idea of how much it's gonna cost ?
Probably $6500+ given the price of components right now - it's mentioned in the video near the end
It physically reminds me of the oberheim expander. Maybe that could be the next synth on the cards
No sound examples?
He’s back!!!!!!!
He's definitely selling it!
Is it November 1st or APRIL 1st?
Looks like a lighting board for playhouses or a video switcher. Some wood ends might sexy it up a bit.
Wood ends are overplayed. It doesn’t need it.
So is this basically an Xpander with OBX architecture?
Phenomenal instrument and excited developer. Love seeing a younger guy knowing this level of detail and doing unique things like gain and filter slope control. But he shouldn't have given a number. He'll get 8 orders at any price point. Probably 20 honestly. But to take off as a business he needs an investor and scalability to get the first 100 units produced. It's tough to sell prototypes and do hand assembly. I hope he can find a mentor in the business who can help figure out a production possibility. The number seems high but at the same time, the 8 voice Moog One is 6999. Deckards dream is only 4k.
Best of luck
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