I was WRONG about the Waldorf Iridium

[@JamesGiannoni]

The editing and delivery on that intro was hilarious. Well done haha

[@fumarolas]

It's crazy Waldorf isn't sending you the keyboard, your patches for the iridium are some of the most inspiring out there.

[@JasonCova]

This was a great video. Fantastic intro! Love how the synths were floating and moving and not just static. Seems like a great synth.

[@stephencoakley]

I find that the Iridium's "jack of all trades, master of none" approach is actually kind of a strength in and of itself -- it encourages you to pick entirely different synthesis engines for each oscillator and mash them together into something totally unique, which is always a pleasant surprise. Being able to combine totally different things into one is what I love most about my Iridium.

[@JamesonNathanJones]

Absolutely agree

[@ambioticfluid294]

@@JamesonNathanJones "Master of none"??. Its an ambient monster king, its just unique at producing certain types of ambient

[@JamesonNathanJones]

Not to speak for him, but I believe he was referring to the various synth engines - all of which are very good but none of which are top of class on their own - rather than suggesting that it wasn’t extremely good at a certain style. It’s a “the results are greater than the sum of its parts” kind of machine.

[@saulocisneros]

I feel exactly the same way about the Elektron Analog Keys. As an analog synth, without effects, the sounds are kind of "meh", when compared to another analog synths it lacks weight. But when used along other gear it always fits in the mix without overpowering anything. It is also a great controller for other gear, makes for an amazing analog drum machine, sequencer and CV sequencer! ... it also acts as an interface when connected through USB and as a FilterBank with its two inputs. It is the only modern hardware synth that I've kept. The Iridium of course is on a whole other level, nonetheless, I get exactly what you mean with ""jack of all trades, master of none" approach is actually kind of a strength in and of itself"

[@randomtopology]

the full quote is jack of all trades, master of none but still better than a master of one

[@WilliamBelote]

I love your videos and your humor! Keep on - also, I think you're very smart and balanced about this music tech we love so much. I just purchased an Iridium and couldn't be happier.

[@Sypher474]

One thing I learned a while ago was when I get the urge to sell something; put it on a shelf for a month and pretend it's already gone. Inevitably, if it's something I'm destined to keep, after a few weeks I find myself longing for it and will start a renewed relationship. That timeframe may be different for you, depending on how active you are, but generally the concept seems to work for friends I've mentioned it to.

[@huggybeats]

I had the same experience with the Hydrasynth. It was so much fun exploring new sounds and playing with it. But when moving I thought that I'd maybe be better to sell it, because it safes space and I already have Massive, Massive X and all kinds of other softsynth to replace it. So I sold it and had some extra bucks for the move, which was nice to have of course... but since I sold it I am almost every month at the point to buy it again, because I cant get the same feeling, sitting in front of a PC with a Mouse. I was more creative with the hydra than I was with more powerful software programs.

[@agerven]

i´d like to hear a sequel on this, because ASM launched, already a while back, the´de Luxe´ version for the original price the first Hydrasynth was.

[@Dangerousdaze]

I purchased the Iridium Keyboard a week ago and it's scarily compelling. I made a patch on Monday morning that is legit terrifying to listen to, and I love it. :) The awesome FATAR poly aftertouch keyboard really sealed the deal.

[@samplidium]

I like the begining, well done! Ending with white screen crash would be hilarous!

[@thejuice1254]

I'm glad you got through it man. That sounds like a really difficult time that you went through and i'm glad you took the time to really process how you shouldn't have sold that synth and then subsequently bought it again. Its really brave of you man. So brave.

[@0072gldnfngr]

When you say that the synths you purchased in place of the Iridium sort of masters the synth type that they’re unique to, what do you mean exactly? Are you saying that from a sound design/ quality perspective or specifically the workflow/ knob per function aspect?

[@wendelynmusic]

I love this video. I know how you feel. I had a desktop version of the Hydrasynth. I loved it. I didn't really like the pads but the sound engine, beautiful. but I had several emergencies happen all at once and I had to sell it again just when I was really starting to understand it. I missed it. a lot. I tried a couple smaller and cheaper pieces to replace it and they were bad. Well , a couple weeks ago I got to the point where I could get another one. On top of that the Explorer had come out at a lower price point, so it has a smaller footprint which I prefer, and a keyboard instead of the pads which I hadn't liked. I am so happy to have it back! the last couple weeks it has been so inspiring. So I do feel your pain, and your joy.

[@huggybeats]

is the experience of the explorer similar to the desktop? i had the desktop as well and sold it. regret this so much. I was a bit hesitate to get the explorer because of the less buttons, that I cant get the same tactile feel of the desktop version. How did you feel the transition overall?

[@dangerbird64]

Nice, glad you got it back, James Nathan Jones. Keep up the good work!

[@VINYLCRATE]

The experience of sitting down and just making sounds was something I did yesterday. Your sentiments are definitely heard.

[@septembersoul5938]

I just got an open box/new keyboard version, for under 3k before taxes. I've been wanting an Iridium since I first seen one, and planned to get the module, but luckily I found a good deal for the keys version. I have a Hydrasynth 49, so I probably could have used it as a controller, but I obviously preferred the keys version. I also ordered a Squarp Hapax, and I'm looking forward to hear what a Hapax, Iridium and Hydrasynth sounds like sequenced together. I'm looking to upgrade my gear, but due to the prices for premium gear, I'm super indecisive. It's crazy how fast things add up. I'm thinking about selling some things. I have an Opsix, which I feel like could be obsolete in my setup, due to having the Hydrasynth and Iridium now. The Opsix is still simple, and sounds great for a lower costing synth. I got it for a great price new, so I may just keep it.. I'm currently on the fence on what I should focus on next. I hate my current layout. I have multiple desks, and one synth stand, and it's cluttered. I'm trying to figure out if I want a Jaspers or BlackPanther Systems setup, or if I should get a large desk, or both... The unfortunate part for me, is I would rather spend the money on gear, but having gear, when it's cluttered, takes away my inspiration. I wish there were some stand makers like Jaspers in the U.S.. It's crazy that the U.S. has such a limited stand market. I'm not trying to give customs 10%.. I've only ordered from overseas a few times, and luckily things like the Deluge don't have customs charges. I don't really know how customs charges work, from one country to another. From what I understand, is they don't charge if it's under a certain dollar amount, but I'm not sure if I fully understand. Sorry for steering off topic, I'm just trying to streamline my gear, and I'm looking for help/opinions on what stands and desks are best for a hardware synth/sampler/etc.. setup. Without having to spend $2k usd. I would like to spend $1.5k max for the entire setup, which would preferably include a new quality/comfortable desk chair.

I had the exact same case with my Novation Peak - luckily, I came to my senses and, after a year, it's back :)

[@edgardvera3132]

Great video, even though there was not a single note played, I found myself watching the whole thing, this was a cool synth video because many, I’m sure, can relate to what you express. And your style of humor is quite unique for this KZbin synth culture we dwell on.

[@claireika]

Have you experimented with theIridium's MPE capabilities? I recently purchased a ROLI Rise 2 and it adds some great possibilties connected to the Iridium.

[@AngelWildBlue]

About the comparisons with other synths, how does the Iridium's wavetable capabilities compare to say a Waldorf XT or M? I've hear some comparisons and while I do hear that the M is basically more old school sounding, harsher, more dirt...surely the Iridium can go downright dirty too?

[@N0B0DY_SP3C14L]

Sometimes an instrument just does that to you. I have had and still have some instruments of that nature. My Microwave 1 and Q Rack are a couple that fit that bill, along with my Evolver and Mopho. Some of my modules, like Reflex LiveLoop and Graphic VCO are growing to be that way as well. It happens, and it is a blessing when it does. Most instruments don't do that for me. For now, the ones that do, tend to be a little menu dive'y, but that's ok, because in a lot of cases, that's where the seeds of magic can often be found. I say "seeds" because ultimately, they have to be nurtured and cultivated to allow their distinct personalities to emerge. Glad you found that in the Iridium.

[@mpmi7588]

1. This was funny how is was put together. 2. I was on the fence about getting this when it 1st came out and then your video made me want to actually buy it but I didn't because i wanted to hold out for something. Got the mpc keyboard which at the time of the iridium release was only a spec sheet floating around 3. You returning yours didn't help me decide on whether I should still get one or not. 4. This video made me feel like I Knew I should have gotten one. Congrats on getting it back. I cant see me getting anymore sampler/synths at this point. I've reached my gear goal 5. I did the same thing as far as getting rid of 1 particular gear (twice) and getting it back. Which was the Ensoniq ASR-10 Keyboard. Primitive compared to today's gear including the Iridium, but I will not get rid of it again as I always somehow go back to it for the sound it produces.

[@lorenzorisonanza6934]

It's been a while, but can I ask you how satisfied you are with the MPC keyboard? I have the iridium on my wish list, but I'm also looking for a manageable centrepiece for my hardware setup - and that's where the MPC keyboard comes into play for me too. I would therefore be very interested in your opinion and experience.

[@TheSoulSynthesis]

Oh man you made my day. I love your sense of humor. I can't afford an iridium at the moment, but I'll gladly pick up a trick or two from you until I can. Cheers!

[@AlexCBrandon]

I still have my Iridium and am not planning on parting with it. It'll be like a trip into deep space when I really dive into it. A universe of possibilities.

[@argon]

I miss my virus TI that i used for nearly a decade. Me wanting it back has me looking into this synth. Thanks for the videos.

[@VINYLCRATE]

Are there any specific settings that I'm missing when it comes to getting audio out of the jacks and into Ableton? After hours and digging around, I'm only able to get audio from the headphone jack directly.

[@krazywabbit]

I feel this pain. Happened when I parted ways with the Nanokey Studio. It found its way back into my heart and joy returned. Stay safe.

[@Marty-Joe]

Awesome intro!! Great video...I appreciate your work.

[@JamesonNathanJones]

Thanks Martin!

[@CleanConnections]

I’m currently stuck trying to choose between the iridium and a subsequent 37? They are so different. I record to tape so no daw, figure this maybe my gateway. Not really into tweaking things with a mouse and will just get lost in a sea of plugins Only decent synth I have is the ensoniq esq1 (digital waveforms analog rest) oh and a doepfer dark energy, plenty of effects pedals What do you think? Ultra futuristic or tried and tested classic 🤔

[@randomtopology]

I have it for 2y, bough to learn sound design, got overwhelmed and kind of abandon it. Then saw your thumbnail on the other video but somehow ended here. Thank you for the context, will give it another try

[@MichaelBlueMusic]

Glad you’re back. I love that you made this video, and how you formatted it. (I wondered if those justifications for selling were going to stand the test of time). Looking forward to what you do with it. 👍

[@rhampton1914]

This was a nice video..i really enjoyed this a lot. Editing was superb...i'm actually considering getting one

[@markzentaiofficial]

You're totally sick, bro hahaha! That intro killed me, keep it up!

[@VinylWave11]

I had an instant connection to both my Iridium keyboard and my MOOG Matriarch. While I have many software synths they just do not keep me inspired to create or keep going. The Iridium could keep me going without sleep for days

[@PiotrstrashcanŚmietnikPiotra]

The music in the background - was it made using the Waldorf Iridium?

[@leNotstrom]

The Iridium has some very special sound.

[@crybo]

Haha I love this. I just bought a Pro 3 today……. which I sold 2 years ago to fund an Iridium! Thought about a Take 5 but I already have the Iridium, Peak and Super 6 so back to a super mono! Your Pro 3 videos helped in the decision in buying the Pro 3 again!

[@audioartisan]

I had the same experience between the Opsix & Modwave. Thats why the Opsix is in the studio, and the Modwave is not. The Modwave sounds great, but IMO the Opsix UI is superior. And dare I say the best hardware UI of any FM synth ever. You're making me want to try the Iridium though.

[@Gianluccazz]

I saw loopop's video , but you can confirm that abput modwave i notice that it is so menu diving right ? to do any parameters tweaks , or to acces to certain controls ? . In opsix review video i saw also a thing so close , but i think that is more intuitive way to deal with. Haven't got any one of them , i'm so interested in purchase the opsix . I already have elektron digitone , i never before worked so deep with fm sintesis ( well when i was coursing a grade in sound technician we usually take sometimes ni fm7 but that's another historie ) but now i understand more things about sintesis than before. For me digitone it"s so extreme restricted in fm modulation and operation in general if you want to program complex things , Its fun sometimes but maybe its not a synth for me.

[@sumchi3690]

With the mod wave: 64 waves ( table resolution ) makes it to harsh. I wouldn’t get one.

[@JL-vg9tx]

Best synth comedian out there, love your sense of humor

[@hkjetil]

Supercool video! :-) I had high expectations before I bought the Iridium (keyboard version) and I got some 3rd party libraries to hear what this beast was capable of. I thought that he Iridium was good, but I didn't have the same positive experience as I did with for example the Korg Wavestate (definitely recommended for ambient stuff). So in a way, I was a little disappointed. I have many software synths that I was using instead of the Iridium in my music. BUT: when I started to make my own patches with the Iridium this beast became my new best friend! Making patches with the Iridium is pure joy and very inspiring. Both deep, complex and easy. My impression of the Iridium is so much better now and I will use it a lot in the future. Looking forward to see all your forthcoming Iridium videos and patches! :-)

[@HammyHavoc]

I have a very nice computer, but chewing over whether VSTs make more sense than the Iridium. The interface is admittedly very nice.

[@DoctorJRx]

Iridium is on another level !! Now on my desk ..front and center !!

[@neuzethmusic131]

GRAS is hard on you 😂 Besides my modular, the only two synths I want to own in some point in the future are the Novation Peak and... the Iridium. I guess these three synths are all I need.

[@JamesonNathanJones]

Solid choices 👍

[@neuzethmusic131]

@@JamesonNathanJones Okay, and if I've got the money, that Korg Arp 2600 Mini 🤷🏻🙈

[@doctorauxiliary]

haha!! that gRas totally flared up on this one. mmm hmm...

[@donleino]

this video is a timeless ode to gas. the intro is GOLD. im selling a buncha stuff for a iridium KB. love your channel m8

[@christdolphin69]

I did this with the Waldorf M. I am such an idiot for selling that. The best sounding synth I’ve ever owned, including full analog vcos polys. And it feels so good to program and play. Need to get that back someday

[@RaquelFoster]

OMG I love the stock photo podium.

[@DubFreakuencies]

Love your videos and your music.

[@samborn7120]

The extra work you put in on this one was totally worth it 😂👌

[@davidb_bitsbobs]

You know the old saying about not fully appreciating something/one until it's gone, well that's the root behind GRAS. Clearly that's your experience with the Waldorf Iridium. Your passionate reunion gave me a moment of GAS (I'm easily influenced) until I discovered the price of the Iridium. I have the Waldorf Streichfett but that's more of a glorified strings pedal than a full-on synth module. I was put off Waldorf when considering the Blofeld. It has too many technical issues (apparently), which made me lose faith in the Waldorf brand. I'm glad the Iridium in back in your life, given how inspiring you find it. Oh, and I'm thoroughly enjoying your videos! Just commenting for the sake of the algorithm, and practicing my 'waffling old man' skills. They're coming along nicely, as you can see! 😁

[@baconcow]

As a teenager, I sold video game games and consoles and I truly regret it. I stopped selling almost everything as I have phases and I take my time when I buy something. If it doesn't click, I just put it aside until later.

[@dovepaige]

The opsix and the iridium are the two things I am working towards having in my setup I run a very lean ship as far as what I use and because of this I put a TON of research on the pros and cons of any device I consider adding to the mix and everything I have seen about both is that they are perfect for people like me who are really interested in sound design...I just wish the iridium was more affordable

[@scoopicman]

I've did a similar thing with the Access Virus. Based on reviews, I bought the Virus C. It was delivered, and I started playing. It was not what I thought it was (actually, it was a lot more, as I would later understand). I played with it for a few months, then sold it. Then I realized that I really missed it! When the TI came out, I hopped on it, and all was well again.

[@Officialfilter]

This is funny as hell!! Keep it funny. Love this.

[@JamesonNathanJones]

Haha thanks man!

[@watchaddicts1213]

Great show

[@sK3LeTvM1]

Maybe you were not mistaking. Honestly? I Bought it and returned it to the shop after 1 week!. Plethora of possibilities, but the sound lacks dynamics, grit, bite, nastiness. Ok for cinematics but that's about it. Furthermore, no digital I/O and no audio over USB ?? And more people who sell their Iridium have the similar complaints about rather average sound... I think for 2.5K, there a more 'real' synths out there. And I didn't even mention bugs and screens falling off... Just put Omnisphere on and BANG, DYNAMICS !

[@agerven]

Now that was a most enjoyable video! i'll try to respect your feelings in this matter but also suggest you go on as a happy person from this point. You learned a valuable lesson. We sometimes do make decisions too fast, realizing the consequences too late. And as long as it doesn't concern something living or irreplaceable, your fellow humans should understand that and not shoe you (i.e. throw footwear at you to leave the stage). Since you ask, here comes my confession: Many years ago i gave away my EMS Synthi A, my Roland Jupiter 8 and my Korg Sigma, on the same day, to the same person. Drove about 100 kilometers single distance to do that. Financially speaking a very bad decision. That person gave me a PPG 2.3 and the PKF (88 keys PPG modified steinway keyboard) in return. Financially still a rather unbalanced exchange. Why did i do that? Because i had lots, too many, other synths and did not use these 3 very much anymore. Was it a success? Yes, for a short moment at the guys home, where the PPG proved working i was happy as a child on Christmas. After driving the 100 kilometers back home, it didn't work anymore. Now that, in short, is the issue with collecting vintage originals. Given my background i should have been able to repair it easily but diminished eye and hand functions prevented me from doing that. Aftermath? My final regrets are only about the EMS Synthi A, since i loved that and was very proud of it. Given today's availability of amazing synths there is really no need for the Synthi A anymore. So i only regret the 14.000 Euros it was worth at that time, which otherwise would have been available for my family. i learned a lesson: Appreciate what you have, and what links to your heart. No need to replace that or acquire more. Is there a synth that i will never ever part with? Yes, my Roland D50 / PG1000 combination. It's cool, it's in my heart, soul, and muscle memory.

[@erkydi]

whats the biggest diff between iridium and virus ti2? thinkin bout one of those

[@khajub]

🤣 love the introduction , Thank you for sharing

[@DoitYHWH]

I’m dead lol you even got the reverb on point

[@JamesonNathanJones]

I might’ve spent entirely too much time on it 🥹

[@Matt-Horizon]

Haha love the video! I experienced exactly the same thing. Sold the Arp odyssey ones but really started to miss the sound and it's so easy to program. I've bought the Barp 2600 but to get the sounds i wanted, i was better off buying the odyssey again. So i did. And i payed to much for the Rev 1, but i just love how it looks and how it makes me feel. Some people buy drugs. We buy synthesizers. Enjoy your Iridium man

[@Matt-Horizon]

Same thing was almost about to happen with the sub 37 last week

[@JamesonNathanJones]

Hang on to that 37 man…. it’s not worth it…. Haha

[@sjfarrell2.03]

The intro was hilarious 😃

[@LaymensLament]

honestly i think one can learn 2 things from this, its super hard to know what synth to get unless you try them and good reasons are often not good reasons for decisions like that

[@lalalalalala8147]

My Iridium keyboard is on order.

[@RaquelFoster]

I'd never heard of the Iridium till I saw this. Just the Waldorf Rocket, String-whatever, and Dr. No. But now I'm wondering if this track I keep listening to ... Ocralab's Iridium (Dublicator Remix) ... one of my favorite ambient-y dub techno-y things ... I mean, that was probably made on an Iridium. Cuz producers think they're so clever. Umek has a track Distinct Operator. And I suppose that's an Ableton joke. What an eye-roller!

[@tonyrapa-tonyrapa]

I think we've all been there. I have bought and sold loads of gear and then regretted it later. And I just wish I could stop doing that. I think there comes a point when you just need to be content with what you have. In no particular order: Strymon Mobius, Strymon Volante, Boss SY-300 and Arturia KeyLab 49 MkII are some of the gear that I regret letting go of.

[@camofilms]

Can we see a brand new introduction video for your new Waldorf please.. go Deeeeep in

[@Hysteric_Subjects]

It’s how I feel about Analog Four MKII. As mentioned in the last video I want one back and need to figure out how to fund; selling Syntakt doesn’t cover it quite :)

[@ErwinSchrodinger64]

My favorite synthesizer in my arsenal. I like it A Lot more than my Korg Kronos II, Hydrasynth, and Access Virus Ti2. I also have a Waldorf Kyra. I must say, I like that synthesizer as well. Overall, I feel that Waldorf has one of the best interfaces in the market. Hence, the reason why they're so enjoyable to play on.

[@sK3LeTvM1]

I sold my Iridium, but will keep my Kyra, Virus TI, Summit and many, many other synths.

[@ErwinSchrodinger64]

@@sK3LeTvM1 curious on why you sold it. The Kyra is an animal. Highly underrated and much easier to use than the Virus Ti2.

[@andreasoberg2021]

I have rhe Quantum MK2 and I had ao much fun with it. What is special with it is just how hou can combine things. Analog with waves with resonance with analog filters and crazy digital coam filters. They UI is rhe best I have seen so far and very fast to work with. The core is of course much cheaper and is 90% the same.

[@rayderrich]

Great, now I want this machine twice as bad. Great video by the way, had me chuckle during breakfast :)

[@Ast3rixMusic]

LOL tooo funny!!! I have re-purchased gear myself. It does make you feel weird when you get rid of something that seemed senseless. Then you either see the manufacturer do something to it or you did use it and find it was something you did need.

[@simontomalik1095]

Man I can't wait to be my very own. Good decision Bro

[@nobodys2358]

I love how you put it :)

[@unknownarchitecture7996]

i ended up feeling this way about my old MPC 1000. got caught up in the "its sound is so flat/boring/insert-adjective-here" rabbit hole and ditched it for a couple older drum machines. i hopped from almost every single MPC save for the 3000 and the 60 before i realized that it's what i made my favorite and most successful music on. bought another one to rebuild from the ground up alongside an Ensoniq EPS16+ and a 404MKII to keep as my main production hub and i couldn't be happier than my GAS is sated lol

[@Jay-ru3hx]

Stunning and brave

[@photosinferno6870]

Brilliant video , and really very cool words and advice . PS: I did the same with the Novation Peak lol

[@toussaintthomas8015]

This is hilarious, I love this channel.

[@ronboots8525]

I have had the same expirience and got one back a week ago!! Regretted selling it from day one!

[@McEnroe911]

I love your dry sense of humor. I actually bought an iridium keyboard after your last video. I had always been curious about it and your sounds were so good I thought why not... lets do it. I only had it two days and hated it more than any synth ever owned haha. Straight back in the box and re-purchased a UDO Super6... that I had sold the week before... Looking forward to your next Iridium videos.

[@JamesonNathanJones]

Haha that’s how it goes sometimes. I bought the Modwave after seeing Red Means Recording’s work with it, but it just didn’t click with me.

[@stephencoakley]

I got an Iridium myself just a couple months back and instantly fell in love with both the sound and the workflow, but not everything is for everyone, and I can see how the Iridium could be unpleasant to use for some people. It is kind of menu-driven as there's a *lot* of screens, but I wouldn't say it is menu-divey like some synths as most menus are only 1 or at most 2 steps from reach. But if you're not a fan of any kind of menu then yeah the Iridium is going to not be fun.

[@McEnroe911]

@@stephencoakley Yeah I mean its clearly a great synth, and I actually thought the interface was great. I just like simpler hardware synths. I doubt I would have programmed it to even 15% of its capability, and if im going use it mostly for presets its like a $3500 hardware Omnisphere. Maybe if I see a good deal on a used desktop model ill pick it up again.

[@stephencoakley]

@@McEnroe911 Yeah that's totally true, its a very deep rabbit hole of sound design, and not as much a performance instrument. For me, I enjoy the process of creating lots of complex patches, which the Iridium great for.

[@McEnroe911]

@@stephencoakley yeah it’s amazing for that. I forget the guys name, but there was one preset designer who has sounds in there that were just amazing. Incredible playable cinematic textures. I almost kept it just for his sounds. The Richard Devine patches were incredible too.

[@AudioLemon]

Your patches sounded better on the Iridium. You trusted your ears.

[@willmcelroy6376]

Lol! Hilarious! Well done, well directed!

[@ModePhaser]

GRAS is so shitty. I feel you though. Great content as always. Your channel always provides me with many chuckles and also reminds me I'm not alone when it comes to the thoughts and emotions that we all deal with in this hobby. Now I hope I can avoid adding a new Moog to my already ridiculous set up because I miss my Sub Phatty so much. LMAO!

[@davlippo7]

I had a tear in my eye for a moment but then wiped it away quickly before anyone noticed. Forget that pathetic poly aftertouch and get the Osmose which is insane for only $1799. I do however also have the Iridium paired with the Osmose in MPE mode but don't tell anyone.

[@doctorauxiliary]

real good stuff.

[@lifelies]

Iridium Keyboard is the most advanced current synth and even I play mostly Polybrute this Iridium monster is always connected and in slave mode whiile esily accessible on my right side. Yep I love Iridium

[@alan-nf4qx]

Is the background music Iridium?

[@JamesonNathanJones]

It is!

[@EZWest-om4nu]

Yeah the iridium is a Gem! 💎I wish I had one but I don't want to spend that much on a synth again. I'm enforcing a 2K limit on myself.

[@istvantoth7431]

I think the apology is accepted by Waldorf.

[@TheForestmonk]

as a synth nerd this is soooo good

[@MadPropzBaller]

This may be a random question, but is the song playing at 0:20 in this video yours: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4C4iGlni797nrs If so, I would truly like to know the name and where I could listen to it or purchase it? Thank you!

[@RikMaxSpeed]

I recently,sold my Iridium, I hope I won’t regret it! I disagree that it’s a master of none: the granular synth and the comb filter are truly excellent and it it in a class of its own (not to mention the UI which you won’t hear on a track).

[@JamesonNathanJones]

Master of none might have been a little harsh, but I would still probably reach for other things if I were looking for any of the individual synth engines on their own (apart from the wavetable engine). The granular engine has relatively low grain count/resolution compared to something like the GR-1, but it’s definitely amazing that it’s all packed into one package. That digital former is absolutely gold 👍 It’s really an inspiring synth for sure.

[@analogsynthtim8823]

Sold a lot of stuff to get the Iridium and the M. It was the best decision I ever made. The Iridium is one of the most powerful Synths on earth and the sound of the M ist absolute fantastic and outstanding. The sound quality of both machines is first class and hard to beat.

[@LostStylus]

M?

[@analogsynthtim8823]

@@LostStylus the Waldorf M. Fantastic Wavetable Synth with a anlog Filter and Amp. Incredible sounding machine

[@analogsynthtim8823]

@@LostStylus kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmjFc2mmd5aGepY

[@analogsynthtim8823]

@@LostStylus here a great video where you can listen to it in multimode. If you sit in front of these two you can get lost for hours

[@khajub]

Iradium Desktop or Keyboard ??

[@MrDeeKayTV]

This video is awesome... got an iridium also. Very funny video. You are a genius.

[@JamesonNathanJones]

I wouldn’t go that far, but I really appreciate the kind words man!

[@neilloughran4437]

Just bought a keyboard version a week ago... been playing keys almost 40 years now, owned Oberheims, Minimoogs, ARPs, Prophets and this is vying for my favourite off all time... seriously... it's so addictive and easy to use for anyone that's been in the game a while... hate 99% of the presets and all the sample fodder included.. but import some wavetables and add subtle modulations, panning, filtering and fx and it's like crack for my brain... so many sound engines.. I would not feel as inspired sitting at Pigments...

[@JamesonNathanJones]

Agree completely. It’s incredible if you enjoy making patches and sound design. 🙌

[@davidmgonzalez9122]

Going through the manual of the Desktop Iridium and it seems to have Poly aftertouch. You need to play with the Mod Matrix. I have not tried using it yet But I will experiment with this.

[@JamesonNathanJones]

I believe it is capable, I just don’t have a poly aftertouch controller unfortunately 😭

[@TheForestmonk]

bought a yamaha montage 6 and sold it ... eventually picked up a montage 7 i feel you

[@zetterstroemaudio]

i bought the blofeld 3 times before keeping it :D .... and selling it again and switching to largo

[@prospectnyc]

GRAS is real!

[@JamesonNathanJones]

And relentless 😅

[@prospectnyc]

@@JamesonNathanJones I'm on my fourth Matriarch. This time, it stays! Especially given all the price increases.

[@hostnik777]

Transcript: thank you all for coming this isn't easy for me and I certainly hope that's something that you'll remember and leave plenty of comments about how Brave this is for me to do as many of you know about a year ago I sold a synthesizer and that synthesizer was the Waldorf iridium approximately six months after that a video emerged please please let me finish now while I had several seemingly reasonable explanations for selling the synthesizer at the time the truth is I would still think about the Iridium often I tried therapy I tried lots of other synthesizers I tried to get my dad to hug me but I still feel empty like a piece is missing so I've come here today to stand before you my esteemed colleagues with a confession [Music] I bought another one [Music] [Applause] well it's back you know the rumors that you may have heard are true I bought another iridium ironically enough one of the most popular videos I put out on this channel was about selling the Iridium and I had a lot of great reasons for that at the time but I really just missed it it's right there by the way if I keep looking longingly in this Direction that's why I've been finishing up some music recently mixing and mastering a new album that heavily features the Iridium and I really like the sounds that I made on this machine I don't know how to quantify that really or explain it or put it into words that will come across on a KZbin video but I don't know if you've experienced this in the past yourself but sometimes you just have a connection with an instrument and I've recently had that with the matriarch as you may have noticed on the channel and the Pro 3 is another scent that I connected with immediately and the Iridium is really no different the only reason that I sold it is because it does do so many things and it's not really a specialist at any of them and I think I pointed out in that video that I wanted to try some other things like the Korg op6 and the mod wave which I did I found a real gem in the op6 as a matter of fact it really taught me a lot about FM synthesis didn't really get along with the mod wave all that well didn't really like the UI on that one and then because I used the granular engine a lot in the Iridium I picked up the gr1 and gave that a try as well and while all of those synthesizers do their own unique thing probably better than the Iridium does any of those individual things it's really the ability to mix and match all of those sound engines under one architecture that really makes this particular box really special for me I find it really inspiring to create patches on and that's another thing you just keep coming back to it you want create on it that's something that is really something maybe that you shouldn't give up so easily I think I'm learning so yeah it's absolutely true that you could get pigments or some other VST that does a lot of the similar things the Iridium does for much cheaper and a really nice computer for it to run on I was able to find a pretty good deal on a used iridium which is why I went ahead and got this one but I just really enjoy sitting down and making stuff with it even though I do pretty much all of my Music Creation in a Daw as far as arranging sometimes you just don't want to fire up your whole system just to create one patch or something and I love just sitting down with the Iridium and exploring sound design so that's basically it that's my reason I did look at the keyboard version I would love to have poly aftertouch but it's a little high for my price range at the moment still so Waldorf if you want to send me a iridium keyboard that'd be swell think that's going to happen but anyway if you find a scent that you really enjoy or an instrument that you really connect with and makes you want to create maybe keep it around you know [Music] a lesson that I'm continually trying to teach myself again there's really no way to explain that if you haven't experienced it if you have experienced it and you've gotten rid of something that you really found that you missed and had regrets over let me know down below I'm gonna put some iridium patches in my store soon as soon as I get a chance to really sit down and make some with it if you want to see me make some patches from scratch and things like that I do have those types of videos planned as soon as I have the time I will sit down and do those and then probably give those patches away to you for free like I've done for other synthesizers in the past if you want to see that be sure to hit subscribe and I think I'm gonna go make some patches with it now and I'm going to change out of the top half of the suit which I wore for the incredibly over the top intro for this video if you got anything out of the video give it a like got nothing out of the video and what these however many minutes of your life back give it a dislike really appreciate you hanging out with me listening to me ramble and to the very emotional statement that I gave at the beginning of the video it's tough you know [Applause] [Music] [Applause]

[@JamesonNathanJones]

This may have been more work than the actual video 👏😅

[@CleanConnections]

Hilarious intro 👏