Doctor Mix Answers: "Roland, Korg, or Yamaha?"

[@teedot]

I don't know about anyone else, but I like that Rhodes more than anything. Such a great and classic sound, especially with the effects. But as for the question posed... for me it would be Yamaha & Korg

[@TucsonHippy]

No matter how down in the dumps I am. After watching Dr Mix I find myself in a much better place. Thanks for that. As for which keyboard is best, each manufacturer makes certain sounds better than anyone else. Thats why I have multiple makes. Gets expensive but Id rather have a sy7nth habit than a drug habit. Cheers Dr Mix and keep bringing the goods.

[@thefantompianist4165]

Synths better than drugs anyway....😏

[@MikeA0110]

Well, to be honest, I started buying synths so I couldmake druggy sounds while stoned, so there's that

[@arnjohnsonmusic]

Dude. So agreed.

[@aliross8744]

Yamaha, Korg, Roland and others worked on midi as one - arguably the biggest single gift to us electro freaks ever - not a single sound, just data. They all deserve their credit and fame. Will we ever see a technology leap forward as massive as that? I doubt it! P.S. Found a gem of a track for you to work over - Lonely Boy by Andrew Gold - classic mid eighties US pop but with all sorts of polyrhythmic elements to explore.

[@szezoli]

Thanks Doc! I need to refer my wife to Your hint: "Having a midi controller, a laptop and an interface is not the same as having a big flagship synthesizer." ;-)

[@crohno]

0:59 that's my comment!!! thank you for taking our feedback into consideration. I can't wait for the video :D

[@tonylancer7367]

16:36 James Ingram - Hundred Ways on Quincy Jones's 1981 album "The Dude". That album got some funky stuff in it. That's one beautiful song.

[@johnaina8649]

Thanks Tony

[@FelipeMartins14]

Thanksssssssss man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

[@EphemeralProductions]

5:50! 😂. That “next” was funny! The next one was even funnier! Claudio you are a silly boy. :)

[@johnaina8649]

When you pulled out the Casio VL-Tone a flood of memories came back! My dad bought one back in the early 80's. I can still remember some of the preset songs on there.

[@ScottsSynthStuff]

The bass coming from your Moog is just soul-destroying...because I don't have anything that can create sounds like that. It's not overpowering, but it's SOLID and cuts through. Love it!

[@ryananthony4840]

I've been pretty happy with the Behringer WASP clone bass.... Especially for $200 lol...... Seems close to the Moog to me, just has 1 less osc

[@lukeimontv7086]

I think Korg is killin’ it right now with the Minilogue XD, Wavestate, OpSix, and now the Modwave

[@stevenburns989]

is that luke from korg?

[@moneydoctor]

Don’t forget the MicroKorg

[@FIXTREME]

Dont forget the PA series workstation keyboards 😳 They are taking over South America

[@ErraticFaith]

Opsix is basically a childs toy. Use EssenceFM. Thats 300 voices. 16multimbral. An easier touch UI. Modular and on and on. Compared to Korgs laughable specs and barely more than Korgs original asking price. kodamo.org/ Modwave outspecs Hydra in places. But on the bench the UI and lack of minute detail, as well as crappy build quality. Hydra basically wrecks it. If you have the module as well - bye bye Modwave. In use the difference is vast. www.ashunsoundmachines.com/ Wavestate, ugh what a trainwreck. Again applied to the 37 key pi. You can't actually apply it all that easily sonically and the wavestation is far in excess of it and its ...old. Really old. There is something coming out that is basically similar - but ten times the power for a similar price. Can't really say what since theres embargo/NDA. Keep a look out q4 or early next year for these minor companies. Much better value and support/effort.

[@GMCorchestra]

korg is the only one of the three that actually keeps innovating. roland just keep on recreating their old synths

[@OriginalRaveParty]

You went full Vangelis at 10:00. I love the sound pallette you had set up across those synthesisers. The layered style reminded me of 80s and early 90s documentary music.

[@Synth2000]

Roland, korg and Yamaha is the answer. Plus some Waldorf, a Kurzweil, couple of Nords, Oberheim and a little army of vintage samplers.

[@timbray4788]

One Hundred Ways, probably my favourite song of all time! I love the groove, the chord structure and James Ingram’s voice.

[@portraitsoftracy]

10:23 THAT BASSLIINNNNNNEEE OMG

[@joonglegamer9898]

Also - the MASSIVE sound a flagship synth has is, well - an experience that has to be heard and even felt. They're often built for moving around a lot, built like a tank, they come with a keyboard that will last you for 25+ years with you hammering on them like you were building a house. There are some downsides, such as being expensive and MASSIVELY COMPLEX. The flagships today like Yamaha Montage + Roland Fantom is like having a ton of synthesizers in one box, but you're gonna do menu diving like no tomorrow, I have a Montage and there's literally 100's of sub-menues, imagine the 18 filters alone with their own set of sub-menues (Imagine those guitar filters everyone buys for their setup, imagine 18 of those in one box), you're gonna spend the rest of your life setting it up, it's complex - but you'll never complain about lack of sounds - ever.

[@MatiasBFD]

That was the smoothest transition to an ad I've seen in my life. You're wiping the floor with Half as Interesting hahaha

[@ironspike171]

Ciao Claudio! Why was that a great video? The Rhodes part! Because it was YOUR setting and setup and you mastered it. Unlike plqying a preset (any preset) and a modern flagship. I dont mean you wouldn’t master those instruments, but you can hardly explain (because is SO complicated and complex) how you get the sound. In your beatiful Rhodes Moog tandem you know ll the bits and bobs of the sound chain. YOUR chain, your sound! Keep on doing THAT kind of stuff! Thnks too for Da Da Da😂

[@esphilee]

That DX7 is definitely the sound of the 80s.

[@gwsound]

One Hundreds ways, to break somebody s heart. James Ingram. Love it

[@budgetguitarist]

I get so much joy from these videos. Sincerely, thank you so much!

[@caracciologuanipa1786]

Man your content n u vibe is amazing, I really enjoy this channel, keep going

[@claytoncollins1624]

Thanks DOC! That Jam maid my Week! Keep up the good work! Also I love that you had that dx next to you for this vid where it belongs!

[@LEXPIX]

Good stuff. Love your enthusiasm and knowledge. Keep up the good work.

[@jtf2dan]

DSI Sequential Prophet X, Roland Fantom are my favourites so far.....love that you have fun while answering questions!

[@jtf2dan]

and loved the improvised jam with all the synths.....so cool that you can layer the sounds together tastefullly....

[@Pablo668]

Cool vid once again. I was quite surprised with how much I enjoy playing my M1. I was particularly happy with the way the pitch/mod joystick plays, very intuitive.

[@dussie920]

Roland, Korg or Yamaha? Yes!.... A 909 4/4 beat with a M1 Piano chord riff and a TX81z LatelyBass bassline.

[@Echochamber79]

Great stuff as always Doctor Mix!

[@derekfernandez7701]

Love you Claudio! Thank you for all that you share - your knowledge and experience are so incredible! 💙

[@ahojahojish]

Rhodes with the chorus effect, moog for bass and a great song (one hundred ways) that was epic!

[@special_circumstancs]

Syntorial is the best way to learn subtractive synthesis that I've found. It's a really cool software program/video tutorial in one package.

[@pshimmons]

Such good times listening to you play! Thanks YOU for sharing!1!!!!

[@rickymartinis8530]

nice work man....pure eargasm

[@AngusClarkGTR]

They had a Moog Model 12 (modular synth) at USC when I was there (85-89). I learned so much from that thing.

[@frankliebe]

great entertainment AGAIN mr. doctor mix ;) thank you for your time, work and your skill.

[@gregglynn4801]

Once again a great informative video. Glad to see you have your Nord up on the top shelf of the rack.

[@killerdoxen]

5:50 The question of the workstations vs computers and vst’s. I like the computer, keyboard and vst’s for pretty much instantaneous plug and play. Mainly noodling around with an iRig keys Pro. My Kronos workstation is something I mess with if I want better sound as it blows my computer out of the water, sound wise, but it does take a bit of time to boot up. (20-30 seconds as I have extra banks that need to load as well.) Just need my Bose Companion 20 speakers and I’m good to go. That question of “only one synth” had me thinking of my Kronos (yes, I like the dang thing) then you mentioned the Modx being light. Definitely got me there as my 61 key Kronos is not a light unit. (31lbs/14kg) The 88 key one is 53 lbs (24kg) Got the Gator hard and soft cases for it and I like them.

[@adamgh0]

I've gigged with all three brands. I mainly use Roland (Juno Di and Ds) for live use because the menus are a little quicker to navigate and I'm just more familiar with them.

[@dandimusc]

🎹🎹🎹 There is no brand, the search never ends, because our desire for musical creation yearns to transform our hands and ears into the same thing. A hybrid human instrument. Being able to express and listen to our infinite imagination. 🎹🎹🎹

[@lachlanlau]

❤️ that DX7 intro!!!

[@cresshead]

Love that M1 Bass.

[@nicospanatos6605]

Thanks for that episode... Just came home from a vacation trip and hey, nice tunes and lots of answers ;) One thing I would love to know, when will You be on tour in germany ? Thanks and keep on going with such great videos...

[@ironfistentertainmentptylt3846]

I have and Ensoniq SD1 32Voice and a Korg Triton Studio 61. Both from different eras. I'm looking for a Roland next. Dope and informative video.

[@davidknight754]

I had an SD1 32 back in the day. It was a VFX SD with an upgraded board in it.

[@philipgilligan_art]

My first kbd was a vl tone back in 1983 shortly followed by a yamaha cs5…….. now I have a juno ds and am fighting off flexing the plastic for a hydrasynth haha Dr Mix, Claudio…… i watch video and photo production vids on youtube BUT only ever watch yours all the way through as they are the most relevant to my interests MUSEEEEQ thankyou (keep em coming Sir)

[@JordzDazza]

Just touching on the questions about "Why would you buy a new synth when you can use a MIDI controller and VSTs".. These keyboards have lasted decades and sure they may need a tune up or fix messy pots. However, software gets outdated. When was the last time you used software from the 80s or 90s. Having a huge keyboard collection takes time, trust the process. Get to you know your existing gear really really well. At least for now, buy a keyboard that can load samples or better yet, create your own sounds

[@JordzDazza]

@@lucadipaolo1997 Exactly right. Plus it really doesn't look as authentic watching someone fiddle around with their laptop between sets. At least in my head, I'm wondering whether they're actually playing or using a backing track or MIDI.

[@FlipOfficial]

The Yakoland thing, super cute! Used to do the same when I was little, I had the name Gender (gibson/fender)..........I was 9yo, don''t judge xD

[@EphemeralProductions]

Hey Claudio. Got a question since you’re a pianist. What suggestions do you have for a beginner keyboardist ? About what to learn first, practicing, etc. any pointers? I know you already answered that kind of to the other guys question but just wondering if you had anything else you could throw in. Plus…what do you think about Casio, in terms of quality of their instruments?

[@croggen]

Yes, duet with Matt Johnson!!!

[@gcoudert]

Oh yes!

[@croggen]

Really, we all love him and we all love you 🔥❤️

[@en3970]

Nice D50 M1 Jam.

[@808music3]

Good on you dr mix. With these difficult times, it’s always better to see the other side of the spectrum than following what the media portrays. Any synth is better providing it gives you the goosebumps, and the ability to write/produce material! Stay blessed ddddddrrrrrr miiiiiiiiiix🙏👍

[@Imalogike]

Man you are great! You are my best friend!

[@FrankFurankisanBall]

Phaser on the Rhodes? wow. Thank you so much for that tip. As usual your videos are the best.

[@danandrews5207]

Big up Dr Mix, love your vids bro

[@ChrisCebelenski]

Q: K, Y, or R? A: Yes please! People ask me why I have so many synths, and really beyond the obvious "Because it's cool!" the real answer is that each brings something new, even if it's just a learning experience. Even if I wind up not using something much, I've learned that and learned something about my music style.

[@MatteoTenderini]

Ciao! Ti seguo da tempo, ma solo oggi, grazie a questo video (YAKOLAND, geniale!) ho scoperto che sei italiano! Mitico! Grazie per questi video fantastici... ;-)

[@J_Zeus_XXVII]

If this man gets his hands on a Korg Opsix Altered FM Synthesizer, my day will be made!!! :D

[@wmoecke]

I wish I knew how to jam as well as you do. Love you Claudio. You're truly a Renaissance man.

[@Lagrange_Point_6]

I'm a Roland kinda guy but probably because back in the day that was all I could afford! Shout out to the D10/D110 community! :-)

[@tomskley8864]

Yeaaaaah the Roland D10 is great! I bought mine a year ago, love it!

[@thefantompianist4165]

Yes! D10....my first keyboard. Awesome bit of kit.

[@tuftynuts]

I picked up a D-110 for a pittance a couple of years ago. That is a bonkers unit!

[@peaceyvibes]

Hi Claudio, brilliant video by the way. What patch were you using on the D50 when you were doing the vs segment on this video? It's a patch I have been searching for for months as Kerri Chandler used it on "Get it Off"

[@martenmanna]

Holy fuck you're good at keys!!

[@collinpople1076]

Great now I'm going to be dreaming of playing Yakoland synthesizers for the rest of life 😆🤣

[@matthewgaines10]

Nice that you have the complete trinity of digital synthesizers. DX7, D-50, and M1. Nice Rhoades too. What do your think about Kool & The Gang's "Summer Madness" on the Rhoades? Thanks for the information and entertainment.

[@chillwalker]

What a wonderful intro. You should do a complete Song out of this...something about Greatness or so....

[@RogerBrenon]

I bet your electric bill is approaching mortgage payment status LOL

[@Beauc4652]

That DX7 mellow electric piano sound. I can't get enough. Wish there was a perfect 1:1 patch for the Roland Fantom 8

[@audioartisan]

I dream of the day we have a "Yakoland" Synth :D

[@YoshixVR]

We love you too Doc! Let the music play! :)

[@robinsonramirez1324]

I Love Yamaha DX7

[@kaivrock]

The four keyboard Lyle Mays type demo and the Rhodes / Moog demo with the pedals was just incredible. I could live with the Rhodes/Moog setup and nothing else. How do you get the amazingly warm and spacious sound I'm hearing through my headphones?

[@edovlciak170]

YAY!!! I saw myself in the video!!! Here is my next question: Which one do you prefer, Analog or Digital synth?

[@chaton51]

Great part with d50 and m1 etc 😂

[@jurajjuhasz8848]

Thx for this. Any video on Rhodes vs. Hammond? Looking forwrd!

[@valinhosvideos]

i liked YAKOLAND ! hahaHAHA. No way to choose only one , all of them are awesome !

[@rickymartinis8530]

D-50 sounds magical

[@rosalindannwebb685]

Love both Yamaha and Roland both great keyboards .x❤️🎹🥁🪘🎷🎺🎸🎤🎼

[@maunlio]

James Ingram (Quincy Jones) one hundred ways...i am old Claudio 😂😂😂

[@ronparcke-wms2146]

Hello Dr Mix greetings from the less stressed Texas. What is that sound setting you're playing with left hand at 11:24? Thankyou ahead if you get to my question. 🇺🇸

[@norsevapour2478]

Hiya Claudio.. I have a few questions.. I have been dabling with producing music over the years, but as of late i am trying to find some upgrades to my recent setup.. Akai MK Mini and Novation Launchpad for on the go, but as i am not doing much of live shows, as this is primarily a hobby. I am curious to see what you can come up with for someone who likes to make music, but might not have the nescesary budget

[@KozmykJ]

Dat M1 Bass - Nice jam

[@ziggy_zagged]

Claudio you're the best! Lots of penguins :)

[@rtxbeats6660]

Bro can you figure out the bass and E. Piano used in Michael Jackson's Smooth Criminal.

[@mycartoons2276]

I think E. Piano sound is from DX7

[@enriqueolmos7198]

My favorite is the Korg T3

[@jpaul2559]

Mini Moog too yesssssss :-)

[@MADnLIVID]

@ 21:08 he sounds like he is saying "would you like to do a duet with my Johnson."

[@youtubevideos415]

You need a Line6 Helix (Rack) for your effects. Way easier to route it through just one unit than all those pedals. Plus you have a plethora of different effects and you can switch them by midi.

[@OhRaez]

I'm a total noob with music, but I absolutely love Korg.

[@datutturugang666]

their product lineup was top tier back then, sad thing they aren’t the same as they were, yet still being outstanding

[@OhRaez]

@@datutturugang666 Well I think some of their recent stuff lives up to their name still. The minilogue, KOAS, wavestate, volca sample (and ilk), the new modwave, etc.. All that, in addition to their older stuff (plus their solid remakes like the MS20)? I'm in love.

[@datutturugang666]

@@OhRaez exactly, their quality is still there. sadly, they’re not as big as they were before. other brands came out, such as Nord, arturia and novation, especially with their midi capabilities, but this, doesn’t mean that korg got bad by any mean, i love korg, as well as i love my nord stage 3

[@OhRaez]

@@datutturugang666 Ohh yea of course. The market has gotten so big in recent years, the focus on Korg (and other big brands) has spread more thin. Nord is amazing too. It's a shame I have to sell my left nut for a Nord Stage 3 though lmao

[@datutturugang666]

@@OhRaez it’s true, they cost a shitload, but damn they worth it

[@graemenelson7956]

When you play the Rhodes & Moog @ 15.40 awesome. Both sound good together but the moog sound to me is magic. Is that your moog sound?? I think the bass sounds better than the original song, (one hundred ways by J.I)

[@maurumsynthwave618]

Yeah. Yakoland!!! Matt y tu sería genial... Saludos

[@mauricioisaza9665]

Yakoland!!! Great escape... Just look around... how many keyboards has in every brand and maybe it could be a track ;)

[@cypher526]

That poor Jupiter-X just leaning up against the wall...

[@TheC0G]

Thought I would be a Roland house and started to become a Korg house. I also love my Yamaha MODX! Love all three manufacturers, they are all different!

[@onsesejoo2605]

Rhodes + the chorus = the soundscape of Saturday Night Fever, "How Deep Is Your Love", for example.

[@couchcamperTM]

Rhodes and the phaser: Led Zeppelin - No Quarter

[@wolfgangdevries127]

Hey Doctor, I have the old Roland sounds, but I need the sound of the intro of Cappella's U Got 2 Let The Music. The intro. Thanks in advance 🙏

[@robchuckle401]

I got for the Korg is fabalous! 100% ✅👍😎

[@tonyisyourpal]

As to Yakoland … how about the Korg Z3 guitar synth ? A Korg instrument with effectively a Yamaha TX81Z sound engine and a old-style Roland 24 pin guitar synth interface ?

[@stevenalbertbartlett2688]

ur vids r very inspiring..luv u & ur jams ...@76 play variety every day..Kurzweill 2000,cornet 1 handed wih keys & acomp. rythms on a Casio 273 got out of someone's garbarge..has "Fascinating Rhythms" which I control with Roland PK-5 13 note pedal board... old Hagstom Guit..like u bro .I'm having way 2 much fun..4 my age..enjoy ur singing ...would like 2 c u demo Korg PAX4 1 day..thnx bro..Ciao...

[@paul35ism]

Man… I’d just love a 1hr video of dr.mix playing Rhodes with chorus

[@titovalasques]

You and Matt Johnson in the same video would be insane!!!

[@mihaimalaescuofficial]

I must say I use to have an Yamaha DX25..it was so awful that I was pleased to sell it. And until they released the motif series I had bad thoughts about the digital. D50 sounded great for its time.. Im a big fan of Roland I must say, but they all sound good nowadays.

[@mrmayonaise2435]

Question: what's your thoughts and opinion about spatial audio mixing like dolby atmos and dts:x Have you ever done it and if you have the choice would you upgrade the monitor from stereo to 5.1.2

[@pusch-band]

Why haven't you made a video about the Korg Kronos yet? It's one of the flagships of its time. Or did I miss the video? By the way: Great work, great videos