The 'absolute effort' you're putting into these videos; for your subscribers, is 100% not going unnoticed, Jonas. 💙 Every new video that pops up is guaranteed to be a 'no-nonsense, golden lesson' from yourself. You receive a lot of POSITIVITY. That is, without doubt, because your contribution to Trance/Dance music is 'flawless' and 'everlasting'. 💙
Thanks a lot :) Its totally worth it. I love the reactions. There is this really nice creative feedback loop going on. Should have started doing videos about making music a lot sooner :)
@@Estuera I thought I was already subbed, I found this video and went to your channel and KNEW from the thumbnails of certain videos, that I'd seen your channel before & enjoyed it (made SURE I was good and subbed right away this time!) I was so happy to see a song making video on 80s music! Can't wait to see that one next!
The Tx81z is the best bass synth ever made imo. Deep rich bass & subs are there. The strings & piano are excellent. Crazy synths. It's still at the center of my studio after 30 years. The truth is that there are some patches that never seem to die & have become standard in music. Many are in the TX81Z. It's a good box to buy to give your sound kits some essential classic tones to put along side the crazy stuff you make on a day to day basis.
I bought mine just for the lately bass. I have an approximation of that bass sound on the Dx7 but it's not quite the same though it's good too. But it's great for so many other things as well.
Most synth channels just skip through presets and add a bunch of reverb to it. I found anything can sound fine that way. Your approach helps to understand much better what a synth is really capable of. Congratz
I remember when the TX81Z came out. I had a DX7 FD (Mk 2) at the time and didn't really understand for see the need to get the rack mount 81Z. And I was young, very impatient and ended up switching to guitar because I just wanted to play. I didn't want to fiddle with programming and tweaking. So typical for a 20 year old me. Now at 52 I'm getting back into keys and trying to get my chops back to produce trance and ambient music. Taking the time to tweak and programme is more fun now that I'm older. I can appreciate it. Another awesome video Jonas! Thank you so much for the time and effort you put into these videos 🤟🏻
I’ve owned a number of synths through the decades from the mid 70’s to current. I’m in my senior years now and seriously considering getting one of these for the first time. They’re selling for just over $200 now. Your videos are a proving treasure. Thank you. P.S. - How to get the editor?
The editor used in the video can be found at ctrlr.org/yamaha-tx81z/. There are also several hardware controllers available. I got a stereoping controller for example.
Used to have 2 16 rack space racks full of gear (~1990) and a lot of synths (TX81Z, U110, MKS-50, Matrix 1000, etc,). I used TX81Z the least because I had a D-50 as my keyboard controller which was my favorite synth at the time followed by the Oberheim Matrix 1000. But after watching this video I realize the TX81Z had more in it than I realized/used. It sounds really good here.
I have a V50, which is essentially two TX81Zs in keyboard form, set up as a workstation with a sequencer and RX era type drums and an effects unit. I'm pretty sure it can pull in TX81Z patches. Interestingly enough it has the nicest feeling keyboard I've played on... not that tried tons... anyway, definitely worth checking out if you think you're interested in what the TX81Z offers. To top it off, I picked it up for about $60 USD!
I bought my tx81z new. A while ago 😃 Now I work mainly "in the box" but it's still here in the rack, plugged, connected & ready to use when I want a shot of nostalgy.
Yes, I'm also quite interested in this machine. Especially because I already encountered it in other studios years ago but never really dived into creating new patches. I'm starting to run out of space here though :D And I'm not sure if I would be able to let the alpha juno go again once I got my hands on it.
Not sure if anyone has mentioned yet, but you can solve the midi buffer problem by adding 50ms latency to the midi commands. Did it with my bcr2000 and can tweak the tx81z with no problems. Great videos !
I say definitely. I don't really think we've even scratched the surface of all we can do with Yamaha's FM synthesis, and definitely not with the TX81z's non-sine wave operators. Besides, I'm always of the belief that any instrument is useful, no matter its age, if you use it. If it gets you the sound you want, it's useful.
That's a really cool vibe and composition - liked it a lot! Was also not familiar with this synth, so it's a nice new acquaintance. Keep up the good work with these videos!
Thanks and my pleasure :) The synth itself has been under the radar quite long but I'm sure you did hear its sounds (especially preset C15) a lot more than you might realize.
Cool, I used to have one, sold on ebay, alas. I really like the electric piano patch. The complexity of tweaking any parameters on it via the buttons was crazy.
Loving your videos. We share a love of old gear and it's much more helpful to hear someone use it to make music than just demo factory presets. Loving your accent, too.
De la pure F.M !!! Comme j'aime ! Of course yes, this Yamaha expandeur can still used for music production today ! Thank you one more time Jonas, for this excellent title which took me back to a not so distant time (the 90's). : )
Great tune with only an old fm synth, so its always what you do with the synth and not the synth itself although the tx is a classic one for some reason, wirh this video you are asking your self why they only used the 'lately bass" patch only in so many productions of the past. Well done Jonas.
This is so awesome. I have the 4op DX100 and have been making drum sounds on it too. 4op fm can yield some realistic results. Great job as always. Greetings from Barbados
It's not exactly the same chip though. The TX81Z has the YM2414B while the soundblaster has the YM3812 inside. They are most certainly related though :)
I was never aware of this synth. Love that bass sound so much and a great song youve made as well. I mostly use an Elektron Digitakt so maybe I can get samples of the presets to use. If you start a patreon you should definitely put together some sample packs.
i have recreated lately bass in dexed as well as many other fatt bass sounds. i love fm synths they re the best for bass, bells, certain type pads and percussive sounds
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The 'absolute effort' you're putting into these videos; for your subscribers, is 100% not going unnoticed, Jonas. 💙 Every new video that pops up is guaranteed to be a 'no-nonsense, golden lesson' from yourself. You receive a lot of POSITIVITY. That is, without doubt, because your contribution to Trance/Dance music is 'flawless' and 'everlasting'. 💙
Thanks a lot :) Its totally worth it. I love the reactions. There is this really nice creative feedback loop going on. Should have started doing videos about making music a lot sooner :)
agreed 💯
@@Estuera I thought I was already subbed, I found this video and went to your channel and KNEW from the thumbnails of certain videos, that I'd seen your channel before & enjoyed it (made SURE I was good and subbed right away this time!)
I was so happy to see a song making video on 80s music! Can't wait to see that one next!
The Tx81z is the best bass synth ever made imo. Deep rich bass & subs are there. The strings & piano are excellent. Crazy synths. It's still at the center of my studio after 30 years. The truth is that there are some patches that never seem to die & have become standard in music. Many are in the TX81Z. It's a good box to buy to give your sound kits some essential classic tones to put along side the crazy stuff you make on a day to day basis.
I bought mine just for the lately bass. I have an approximation of that bass sound on the Dx7 but it's not quite the same though it's good too. But it's great for so many other things as well.
Lately rules
Nice ‘after hours’ track. Love FM. I never can get enough latelybass.
Most synth channels just skip through presets and add a bunch of reverb to it. I found anything can sound fine that way. Your approach helps to understand much better what a synth is really capable of. Congratz
Thanks. The process of getting from a raw sound to finished track is where all the fun is. Glad its appreciated :)
Good example of how it’s possible to get useful sounds out of any old module if you put the time and effort in - thanks!
sounds awesome. nice work!
Wow.... What an amazing end-result. I love it so much 💜
Thanks for creating this wonderful video!
I remember when the TX81Z came out. I had a DX7 FD (Mk 2) at the time and didn't really understand for see the need to get the rack mount 81Z. And I was young, very impatient and ended up switching to guitar because I just wanted to play. I didn't want to fiddle with programming and tweaking. So typical for a 20 year old me. Now at 52 I'm getting back into keys and trying to get my chops back to produce trance and ambient music. Taking the time to tweak and programme is more fun now that I'm older. I can appreciate it. Another awesome video Jonas! Thank you so much for the time and effort you put into these videos 🤟🏻
My pleasure :)
Lovely chords, and that Tune Bells patch is pure mellow goodness. So appropriate for a dreamscape such as this one.
I’ve owned a number of synths through the decades from the mid 70’s to current. I’m in my senior years now and seriously considering getting one of these for the first time. They’re selling for just over $200 now. Your videos are a proving treasure. Thank you. P.S. - How to get the editor?
The editor used in the video can be found at ctrlr.org/yamaha-tx81z/.
There are also several hardware controllers available. I got a stereoping controller for example.
my favourite bass since early 90's ❤❤❤
Demo track you made was really nice.
I think this little module sounds great, and your video is awesome!
Any instrument is useful in the right hands, no matter how old is it )
Thank you so much for this video. The 90's are back!
11:05 - What a boss. Love it. 👏🏼👏🏼
Used to have 2 16 rack space racks full of gear (~1990) and a lot of synths (TX81Z, U110, MKS-50, Matrix 1000, etc,). I used TX81Z the least because I had a D-50 as my keyboard controller which was my favorite synth at the time followed by the Oberheim Matrix 1000. But after watching this video I realize the TX81Z had more in it than I realized/used. It sounds really good here.
You have talent, that's for sure. The track at the end is very nice.
I have a V50, which is essentially two TX81Zs in keyboard form, set up as a workstation with a sequencer and RX era type drums and an effects unit. I'm pretty sure it can pull in TX81Z patches. Interestingly enough it has the nicest feeling keyboard I've played on... not that tried tons... anyway, definitely worth checking out if you think you're interested in what the TX81Z offers. To top it off, I picked it up for about $60 USD!
That's good to know.
I bought my tx81z new. A while ago 😃
Now I work mainly "in the box" but it's still here in the rack, plugged, connected & ready to use when I want a shot of nostalgy.
You always find new things to do with those somewhat forgotten synths!. I have a TX81Z and now I see it with other eyes!
The king of the house dance music from 90s. Thank you!
Thank's. Great Job!! I love all of the old 4-OP FM Synths...like TQ5, YS100/200, FB-01, B200...and the 4-OP FM-Monster ...V50!!!
100% agreed
This is an absolute tune
Really enjoyed this one. Reminds me of the chill out Balearic style back in the days when trance was king
It certainly has those balearic vibes going on indeed. That was on my mind as well when relistening this track.
@@Estuera I'd love to see you tackle the Roland Alpha Juno and show us your hoover skills 👍😁
Yes, I'm also quite interested in this machine. Especially because I already encountered it in other studios years ago but never really dived into creating new patches.
I'm starting to run out of space here though :D And I'm not sure if I would be able to let the alpha juno go again once I got my hands on it.
Sounds really great!!!!!!!
Great video, and I love the track you got in the end!
Enjoyed this!, Lovely tune too ,Jonas!
Nice track!❤
I'm gonna save this one for later, this is exactly the type of nerdiness I wanna watch when I'm sound designing 👍
Hope it brings some inspiration :)
Thank you! ❤
My TX81Z arrived today!!
Thanks for your amazing tunes and vids man you are a massive inspiration to many! 😎
Have fun :) and feel free to share some music you made using it !
i still own a dx7, sy99, and recently got a FS1R. yamaha fm will always be relevant!
Sounds great. The final track is smooth.
Killer track dude.
I love your friendly opinions
Not sure if anyone has mentioned yet, but you can solve the midi buffer problem by adding 50ms latency to the midi commands. Did it with my bcr2000 and can tweak the tx81z with no problems.
Great videos !
And is this done on the 81z or on the sender's side?
@@dussie920 the latency was added on the controller, good luck!
I solved this myself by getting a Stereoping controller configured for the TX81Z. In the background its doing the same as you do with the bcr2000.
@@Estuera it also looks like it's a lot less confusing to work with. The behringer is a nice option on a lower budget though :)
Loved the composition and sounds you teased from the TX!
C15 LatelyBass FTW
Awesome. I have the TX81Z. Not fired it up for a while. One is inspired.
Great video
Hi,thanks for video! Can you send link for TX81z editor please?👍
ctrlr.org/yamaha-tx81z/
Impressive. Especially the drum groove.
I say definitely. I don't really think we've even scratched the surface of all we can do with Yamaha's FM synthesis, and definitely not with the TX81z's non-sine wave operators.
Besides, I'm always of the belief that any instrument is useful, no matter its age, if you use it. If it gets you the sound you want, it's useful.
beautiful stuff. I love my TX81z but after watching this I love it even more!
Stoked this was toward the top of my search results. Really great demo and info, earned a new subscriber.
Haven't used my TX81z in awhile. Thanks!
Short answer - YES, I have two and not planing to sell it.
That's a really cool vibe and composition - liked it a lot! Was also not familiar with this synth, so it's a nice new acquaintance. Keep up the good work with these videos!
Thanks and my pleasure :)
The synth itself has been under the radar quite long but I'm sure you did hear its sounds (especially preset C15) a lot more than you might realize.
i love the perc organ patch as well on this synth..
used it quite often for house and detroit kinda stuff..
Lovely! Has a bit of a Schiller feel to it
I've got a TX81z I've had from new in storage. I must get it out sometime!
Outstanding! Super informative video with a big fat gift at the end 🍻
Cool, I used to have one, sold on ebay, alas. I really like the electric piano patch. The complexity of tweaking any parameters on it via the buttons was crazy.
Love the track. Well done!
Loving your videos. We share a love of old gear and it's much more helpful to hear someone use it to make music than just demo factory presets. Loving your accent, too.
Thanks, my pleasure :)
And can't hide the dutch 😁
@@Estuera Why would you want to? 😊
Absolutely still useful! Honestly quite gorgeous!
Most excellent work good sir!
Thanks :)
Absolute phantastic
Did you mean FMtastic? :P
@@squishmusic YES
Great video once again. Wow awesome track so chilled. Amazing that all of this is from the TX81Z. Keep up the great work man.
Thanks :)
Amazing overview and that final track is impressive! Makes me want to go dig deeper on mine. Cheers for the quality content man, keep it up
Thanks :) My pleasure
Nicely donne Jonas. I like the sounds and the vibe of the track.
Dude, you killed this! Love this walk through.
I have a Yamaha WT11 and it looks like it has the same YM FM chip ... hope to make similar music ... thank you for sharing your passion !
De la pure F.M !!! Comme j'aime !
Of course yes, this Yamaha expandeur can still used for music production today !
Thank you one more time Jonas, for this excellent title which took me back to a not so distant time (the 90's).
: )
The 90's are just a year ago ! Right ? ... right..
Merci ;)
@@Estuera All right !!! ; )
"It's not the synth, it's the Composition!", as my Zen master used to say. :-))
Interresting video. Many thanks. Nice song at the end. Well done!!!!!
Quite a nice sound! That bass has some range!
Killer track. I feel like pulling out my TX802. Yeah I know, different beast, but deserves some love.
Thanks :) And go for it !
I keep two of them. Awesome sounding and effects only make them better!
Another great video. Loved the track, so chillin'!
Bought mine in the 80s. Still have it :). Racked along with a JV 1080. Both very useful. BTW, I upgraded my firmware to 1.06.
Great tune with only an old fm synth, so its always what you do with the synth and not the synth itself although the tx is a classic one for some reason, wirh this video you are asking your self why they only used the 'lately bass" patch only in so many productions of the past. Well done Jonas.
Sounds like it's very capable still. Great track Jonas. Groetjes from Limburg!
Well done, great to hear how you managed to get drum sounds with limited envelopes!
This feels so... solid. I don't know why.
This is so awesome. I have the 4op DX100 and have been making drum sounds on it too. 4op fm can yield some realistic results. Great job as always. Greetings from Barbados
Thanks :)
And yes especially for percussive and bass sounds this synth is perfect.
Love those drum sounds! The editor really makes the TX so much nicer to work with, similar to something like Dexed with the original DX7.
It really helps unlock the true potential of this machine indeed !
Beautifull track
Thank you :)
That rhodes sound is so fire 🔥 dope track
Very nice track. I always hated all the techno produced with the lately base, but you use it well here.
Great vid. Thanks a lot for your work.
the good old soundblaster 16 and adlib gold soundcards are a bit of the same as this synth and the dx100 as well. they all have 4 operators
It's not exactly the same chip though. The TX81Z has the YM2414B while the soundblaster has the YM3812 inside. They are most certainly related though :)
You almost played Cheetahmen at 3:48 XD. I just got myself a MegaFM, and people compare it to this module. Thanks for the demo.
Bought mine today 😄 Guilty pleasure: obviously the Lately Bass but I also love that 6 Tease patch 🥳 Great video!
6 Tease is a classic as well indeed 👍
I was never aware of this synth. Love that bass sound so much and a great song youve made as well. I mostly use an Elektron Digitakt so maybe I can get samples of the presets to use. If you start a patreon you should definitely put together some sample packs.
i have recreated lately bass in dexed as well as many other fatt bass sounds. i love fm synths they re the best for bass, bells, certain type pads and percussive sounds
Can you share Dexed Lately Bass patch?
@@muco007 sure
@@muco007 here is the link www.mediafire.com/file/dd6u24uptw6p5ym/latelybass/file
May I also have a copy of a lately bass preset for dexed please?
@@winstonhulley626 sure see the link above
Some of my fav bass tracks come from this synth!
"Big Church" is an amazing patch. And many others... So hard!
Nice... !
- "a melodic techno track using this synth as only sound source."
This makes it all that much better.
Very talented, man! Great job! So warm sound
Thanks 😊
That break at the end tho! 🍭
really nice track
Great! You good at using it.
Great Demo! I am really surprised how good this old guy sounds.
And with some programming it can still be used in any modern (electronic) production. Also a great low end
Very interesting, thank you. Subbed.
I never realized it had other waveforms. I dug out my DX27 recently, I think I should put Solid Bass back to work.
Altijd tof om je op YT langs te zien komen :)
Thanks en goede tracks btw ! Echt heerlijke dark techno.
I love your videos man, Cool stuff
I've got one. AND I LOVE IT!!!!
Stop making videos, it costs me too much !!! (but it brings so much joy ;)
This is so wonderful! Крч, обалденный контент)
Спасибо :)
Оо, і Паша тут)) Привіт, земляк)
@@smoothstate привееет))
Very impressive. You got skillz.
Thank you :)